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The Power Hour | Nuclear Energy for Space Travel (and much more) with Dr. James Howe

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The Power Hour is a weekly podcast that discusses the most interesting energy and environmental policy issues of the day with top national experts. Jack has a fascinating conversation about nuclear energy this week that you don’t want to miss. He talks with Dr. James Howe, a Coast Guard vet and leading expert on nuclear technology, policy, and industry. This wide-ranging discussion covers everything from challenges facing the nuclear industry to innovative uses for nuclear technology like space travel. Of course, Jack mentions his new book, Nuclear Revolution . Not to be outdone, Dr. Howe fires back with a discussion about his extremely interesting book, Red Crew: Fighting the War on Drugs with Reagan’s Coast Guard, which you can get here. Jack whole-heartedly recommends this book only if you like awesome books. Join the conversation at thepowerhour@heritage.org! Thank you for listening and please don’t forget to subscribe and help us to spread the word. And buy both books!