The Splitting Atoms Podcast

What does it actually take to be the first—and to keep showing up as yourself while you do it? In my upcoming conversation with Tracy Primeau, Owner and Chief Consultant of Agile Bear Consulting, we explore that through a career shaped by stepping forward, even when the path wasn’t clearly defined. Tracy is someone who has built her reputation on authenticity, conviction, and a willingness to lead...

How do the relationships in our lives shape the direction of our careers? In this conversation with Rachna Clavero, President and CEO of Conexus, that question sits at the centre of her story. From a childhood community that helped her rebuild confidence after experiencing racism, to the influence of her father, her husband, and the mentors who saw potential in her early on, Rachna’s journey makes...

What does it actually look like to lead with empathy while still making clear, strategic decisions? In this conversation with Jessica Linthorne, President and CEO of the Nuclear Innovation Institute, that balance sits at the centre of her story. From early lessons in confidence and self-acceptance, to the influence of competitive sports, to pivotal career moments where emotion and strategy were bo...

What does it look like to align your actions with your values—and to stay true to that, even when it isn’t the easiest path forward? In this conversation with Darryl Spector, President of Promation, that question sits at the centre of his approach to leadership. Through his experiences, Darryl reflects on what it means to lead in a way that is consistent, intentional, and grounded in what you beli...

In this chapter, host Caitlin Stone delves into the Native Bat Conservation Program, a collaboration between the Nuclear Waste Management Organization and the Toronto Zoo. This initiative seeks to deepen our understanding of the challenges and threats facing native bat species in South Bruce Peninsula and to bolster conservation efforts to support these species. Conservation is a collective effort...

In this chapter, we discuss Canada's plan for safely and securely storing used fuel for today and tomorrow, as well as the relationships and exploratory work that goes into selecting communities to host our waste management facilities. Thank you to Laurie Swami, The Nuclear Waste Management Organization, and our chapter partners, PCL Nuclear. 

In Chapter One, we look at the overall state of nuclear within Canada. Our nation has always been a leader within the industry, and continues to lead the way into the future. We discuss how nuclear is delivering much needed consistent, cleaner, and affordable energy. We also look to new technologies that will allow nuclear to serve communities across the country, making clean, affordable, and cons...