Dan Carlin's Hardcore History: Addendum EP29 The Handmaidens of the Apocalypse
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Apr 5, 2024 
Investigative journalist Annie Jacobsen joins the podcast to discuss the dire consequences of nuclear war as depicted in her new book. Topics include the horrors of nuclear conflict, the importance of space-based defense systems, presidential power in nuclear threats, the terrifying scale of nuclear weapons, the prospect of a rogue nuclear attack by North Korea, and reflections on warfare for positive change.
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Jacobsen's Sources
- Jacobsen's book draws upon interviews with over 100 individuals close to nuclear weapons secrets.
- This firsthand information enhances the book's realism and depth.
Bomb Power Comparison
- Modern thermonuclear bombs are vastly more powerful than Hiroshima's atomic bomb.
- A thermonuclear bomb uses an atomic bomb as a fuse, highlighting the immense power difference.
Nuclear Arms Race Madness
- The rapid increase in nuclear weapons production after initial testing reflects a concerning trend.
- The absence of a voice of reason to limit production led to an arsenal of over 30,000 weapons in the US.