Mothers for Nuclear on Heretic Happy Hour: Is Nuclear Power Safe?

Mothers for Nuclear Co-Founder Heather Hoff recently joined the Heretic Happy Hour podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about nuclear energy, safety, and the role nuclear power can play in a clean energy future.

Drawing from her 23 years of experience at Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant, Heather shared her journey from nuclear skeptic to advocate and explained how nuclear energy generates reliable, carbon-free electricity.

A key part of the discussion focused on safety. Heather encouraged listeners to think about safety in context, noting that no energy source is entirely risk-free and that nuclear power has one of the strongest safety records of any major form of electricity generation.

The episode also featured Paris Ortiz-Wines, Executive Director of Stand Up for Nuclear, who offered her perspective on nuclear energy's environmental benefits and importance in meeting growing energy needs.

Whether you're new to nuclear energy or simply curious about the questions people ask most often, this episode provides an approachable introduction to the topic.

Listen to the full conversation here!

Ella Rose is the President of the Colorado Nuclear Alliance, a registered professional engineer, entrepreneur, and clean energy advocate. With a background in electric grid engineering and renewable energy development, Ella works to advance a diverse energy future where nuclear and renewables work together to build a cleaner, more reliable grid. She is also the founder of Rose Energy, where she specializes in renewable energy development.

Madison Hilly is the Managing Director at Radiant Energy Group, a research and advisory organization focused on accelerating the transition to a clean energy future by advancing nuclear energy. Madi has dedicated her work to supporting the preservation and expansion of nuclear energy and helping strengthen the global nuclear movement.

Paris Ortiz-Wines is the Executive Director of Stand Up for Nuclear, a global movement working to grow public support for nuclear energy through grassroots advocacy, education, and community engagement. Paris focuses on expanding the nuclear movement worldwide and connecting advocates to highlight nuclear energy’s role in securing a clean energy future.