Sam Altman’s Nuclear Bet
Aug 24, 2024•30 min
Episode description
You probably know Sam Altman’s AI organization, but he’s also the chairman of Oklo, an advanced nuclear technology company. Ricky Mulvey caught up with Oklo’s CEO, Jake DeWitte, for a conversation about:
- Why the buildout of nuclear energy stagnated and why that could change.
- How Oklo is using old technology to develop new reactors.
- A recycled energy source that could fuel the entire United States.
Companies mentioned: OKLO
Host: Ricky Mulvey
Guest: Jake DeWitte
Producer: Mary Long
Engineers: Tim Sparks, Kyle Carrutherso
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