Rad Future

The Untold Story of Nuclear Electricity and How It Will Save the World

De: Isabelle Boemeke

Narrado por: Isabelle Boemeke

We’re running out of time. Fossil fuels are choking the planet and renewable energy isn’t cutting it. The solution has been hiding in plain sight all along.

Nuclear.

When most people hear that word, they go to a very bad place: bombs, Chernobyl, hazmat suits, radioactive fallout… the stuff of nightmares. But what if everything you think you know about nuclear is wrong?

In Rad Future, science influencer Isabelle Boemeke shatters the fear and misinformation surrounding this technology and shows how the actual science tells a different story. It turns out that nuclear-generated electricity—nuclear electricity—is our best option for ensuring the future of the planet. Nuclear can power cities, desalinate water, create carbon-free fertilizer, and heat homes, all with the smallest environmental footprint of any energy source.

Boemeke exposes how decades of fearmongering, a few dramatic (but preventable) disasters, and relentless bad PR have convinced the world that nuclear is dangerous when it’s actually the key to an affordable, sustainable future. We’ve fumbled the bag on the cleanest, most powerful energy source we have, and it’s time to fix that.

This isn’t your typical science book. Boemeke’s signature mix of humor, sass, and deep research makes Rad Future a wild ride through the science, history, and future of nuclear electricity. From Cold War politics to Hollywood-fueled paranoia to cutting-edge reactor designs, she details exactly how nuclear works and why it’s our best shot at ending the climate crisis and creating a future of radical abundance. Rad Future is the first truly accessible breakdown of nuclear electricity, and it will leave you feeling stoked about what’s possible.


* This audiobook edition includes a downloadable PDF containing graphs, other visuals, and a glossary from the book.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Rad Future connects the many dots in the story of nuclear electricity. A delight to read!" — Dr. Carolyn Porco, former leader of the Imaging Science team on the Cassini mission to Saturn

“Boemeke perfectly captures the surprising history of nuclear energy...Anyone who is concerned about how we will power our modern world must read this!”
— Simon Sinek, Optimist and New York Times Bestselling Author of Start with Why and The Infinite Game and host of the A Bit of Optimism podcast

“Tech that helps the planet? That’s hot ✨ Rad Future is smart, bold, and genuinely hopeful.”
— Paris Hilton, CEO 11:11 Media, Artist & Advocate

"A skillfully-crafted and fast-paced read on an essential subject." — Dr. Nick Touran, Ph.D., Nuclear Engineer

“With humor and heart, Boemeke tells the story of how nuclear electricity is crucial to the clean energy revolution. This is more than a book - it's an invitation to join a new generational movement.” — Michael Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg LP and Bloomberg Philanthropies and three-term mayor of New York

“If you’re nuclear-curious, or pro-nuclear, or anti-nuclear, you need to read this book!” — Dr. Rita Baranwal, former Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy, U.S. Department of Energy

"Isabelle belongs to a new era of thinkers that can grab people philosophically and put history into context, which matters for how we write the future. Nuclear is one of the most pivotal topics of our day — an obvious solution to a myriad of energy issues. Please read Rad Future to learn how we could be so much more." — Grimes, artist and highly advanced NPC

"Rad Future is fascinating, funny, and action-packed. Isabelle is a master explainer, taking readers on a whirlwind journey through the whole story of nuclear electricity—one of the most interesting and important topics of our time. A must-read for all curious minds." — Tim Urban, author and creator of Wait But Why

Wonderful overview on the current state of nuclear

Came here after listening to your interview with Rod Adams on his Atomic Insights podcast. This book is a wonderful overview on the current state of nuclear and advocacy.

Chapter 9: Vibe Shift
SMR project overview: Why did you overlook NuScale?

Otherwise, great book! I'd buy a dozen paperbacks to share with friends and family.

Fun narrative that dispels the nuclear myths

I learned about this book from Isabelle’s fun Isodope posts. She has that wonderful talent for clarifying science truth through edutainment that doesn’t require you to be an engineer. But I am an engineer and thoroughly enjoyed how neatly and accurately she dispels nuclear myths with compelling facts. She sets the record straight on everything from nuclear waste and radiation and nuclear safety to the truth about nuclear as the cleanest and safest of energies. Then she takes us through a fascinating walk through history that tackles the big questions about why we have so many misperceptions and so few new reactors. She talks about the rise of AI data centers and other trends that will drive us to nuclear power now more than over. And she introduces the advanced new designs, including my personal favorites- thorium fuel and molten salt reactors which I believe will bring positive changes in the near future. This fun and easy read is for everyone, and I recommend it. - Michael Lee Anderson, author of Thorium-Powered Abundance.

One way to fight global warming

Clear direct into the point that she writes this book is an amazing way to deliver the message of nuclear to the masses. Great book to recommend to someone concerned with global warming.

Transforming Fear into Hope: My Recommendation for a Rad Future.

Rad Future is a well-written book that helped me finally understand nuclear energy in a way that made sense. The author explained things clearly, which eased many of my fears about energy and gave me hope. Now, I can see how nuclear power can play a positive role, and I look forward to a brighter, safer future for my boys and future generations.