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Naked Nuclear Explores: Land Back Movement and Nuclear Advocacy with Doug SandridgeIn this episode of Naked Nuclear, the discussion pivots to the intersections between the Land Back movement and nuclear energy advocacy. Danielle and guest Doug Sandridge, Vice President of Fulcrum Energy Captial Funds, with 49 years in the oil and gas industry and now a nuclear advocate, delve into his evolving stance toward nuclear energy and efforts to save the Diablo Canyon Power Plant.

They explore how indigenous tribes, particularly the ytt (Northern Chumash), strive to reclaim their ancestral land in San Luis Obispo, California, amidst political and environmental challenges. Details from Doug’s Substack articles on the ytt tribe’s ongoing struggle highlight these themes.00:27 Real Life Landman and Oil Industry Insights01:55 Nuclear Advocacy Journey06:58 Land Back Movement and YTT Tribe11:31 Historical Context and Diablo Canyon14:46 Tribe's Efforts to Reclaim Land19:04 Intersection of Advocacy and Land Back20:34 Current Challenges and Future Hopes28:22 Rapid Fire Questions with Doug32:47 Conclusion and Season Preview

Read Part 1 of Doug's Article

And if you thought part 1 was great... Here's part 2

How to support ytt and their efforts

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Black History Month Spotlight: Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson - Pioneering Physicist and InnovatorWelcome to another special episode of Naked Nuclear for Black History Month! We spotlight the illustrious Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson, a groundbreaking physicist who broke barriers from MIT to Bell Labs and even the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Learn about her early life, groundbreaking research in condensed matter physics, and contributions to telecommunications technology like touch-tone phones and fiber optic cables. Her leadership in nuclear policy and academia has left an indelible mark on science and technology, inspiring future generations, especially women of color in STEM.

Tune in to discover the incredible legacy of Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson!00:00 Introduction to Naked Nuclear00:14 Spotlight on Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson00:45 Early Life and Education01:28 Challenges and Triumphs at MIT02:23 Understanding Condensed Matter Physics03:28 Contributions at Bell Labs04:07 Leadership at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission05:15 Academic Leadership and Legacy06:09 Inspiration and Impact06:56 Conclusion and Future Episodes

Read her bio in the National Women's Hall of Fame

More about Dr. Jackson from RPI

Watch Dr. Jackson on 'Finding Your Roots'