Ep 27: Peter Lyons, Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Episode Content: Pete's start in the weapons testing and Star Wars Program at Los Alamos National Lab.   An in-depth look at the relationship between nuclear energy and nonproliferation.   Pete's work with Senator Domenici to craft legislation for essential nuclear programs.   A discussion of the Nuclear Cities and Lab to Lab Initiatives.    Efforts Pete spearheaded at the NRC.   The importance of mitigating Station Blackouts and implementing safety measures.   Catalyzing a wave of innovation efforts through investment in research and development.   Highlights about and the ingenuity of NuScale's small modular reactor design.   Reflections upon the importance of US nuclear leadership in the global sphere.