
077 Sam Gibson, Hadron Energy
05.12.2025 | 50 Min.
In this episode of the Fire to Fission podcast, host Mark Hinaman interviews Sam Gibson, founder and CEO of Hadron Energy. They discuss Hadron's mission to develop a light water microreactor, the challenges and opportunities in the nuclear energy sector, and Sam's journey from South Dakota to becoming a young entrepreneur in the energy industry. Sam shares insights into Hadron's strategy, the importance of community support for nuclear projects, and his vision for the future of clean energy.

076 Brennan, Andrew and Ryan on Financing
21.11.2025 | 1 Std. 17 Min.
In this episode of the Fire2Fission podcast, host Mark Hinaman is joined by Brennan Moore, Andrew Meehan, and Ryan Pickering to discuss the future of nuclear energy and financing. They explore the parallels between nuclear and other energy sectors, the importance of government support, and the challenges of nuclear waste management. The conversation highlights the potential for innovation in nuclear technology and the need for strategic investment and collaboration.

075 Steven Zhang, Nuclear is Clean Energy Columbia
14.11.2025 | 40 Min.
In this episode of the Fire to Fission podcast, host Mark Hinaman talks with Steven Zhang, a political science student at Columbia University and co-founder of the NiCE club Columbia Chapter. The discuss NiCE's impact in changing perceptions about nuclear energy, and the role of public-private partnerships in advancing nuclear projects. Steven shares insights into the challenges and opportunities in nuclear financing, the growth of the NiCE club, and the evolving landscape of energy policy.

074 F2F Interns, Nuclear Waste Discussion
06.11.2025 | 48 Min.
In this special episode, join Mark and the Fire2Fission interns as they tackle the myths and misconceptions surrounding nuclear waste, revealing its untapped energy potential and the realities of its management. We contrast this with the challenges of produced water in the oil and gas industry, highlighting innovative solutions and the importance of education in changing public perception. Join us to uncover the truth about nuclear waste, and find out how big (or small) the issue really is. Article: https://www.fire2fission.com/articles/a-matter-of-scale-what-nuclear-can-learn-from-oil-gas-waste-managementComic: https://what-if.xkcd.com/29/

073 Stephanie Fishman, Senior Associate and Nuclear Regulatory Attorney at Hogan-Lovells
30.10.2025 | 49 Min.
In this episode of the Fire2Fission podcast, host Mark Hinaman interviews Stephanie Fishman, a Senior Associate and nuclear regulatory attorney at Hogan-Lovells. They discuss Stephanie's journey from studying nuclear engineering to working in global nuclear security and eventually becoming a nuclear regulatory attorney. The conversation covers the challenges and opportunities in the nuclear industry, including regulatory changes, the role of nuclear energy in the energy transition, and the impact of international partnerships. Stephanie shares insights on the evolving landscape of nuclear law and the importance of advanced reactors in the future of energy.



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