Greenland, Nuclear, & National Security

In this episode recorded on Thursday, February 20th, hosts Zane and Alex delve into the intricacies of the global nuclear energy landscape. They discuss the current state and future prospects of nuclear power, focusing on the U.S.'s slow buildout compared to nations like China and Japan. The conversation transitions to uranium supply chains, highlighting key sources like Canada, Australia, and Russia. They also touch upon the regulatory, technological, and geopolitical challenges facing nuclear energy expansion. The episode concludes with an analysis of the current state of fossil fuel markets, particularly natural gas and crude oil, and their potential future trends.

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Show Timeline

00:00 Introduction and Market Overview

00:42 Diving into Nuclear Energy

02:06 Global Nuclear Fleet Analysis

04:19 Uranium Supply Chain

13:28 Challenges in Nuclear Build-Out

15:09 Regulatory and Technological Hurdles

21:59 Future of Nuclear Energy

22:39 Exploring Small Modular Reactors

24:59 Greenland's Strategic Importance

28:42 Arctic Shipping Routes and Energy Security

35:31 Cold Weather Impact on Natural Gas

41:17 Crude Oil Inventory and Market Analysis

45:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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