Episode Overview: In this insightful conversation, host Bill Nowicki welcomes back Andrea Garfield, CEO of the Awesome Institute and executive coach, to discuss how maintaining joy, playfulness, and personal interests makes for better leadership and more fulfilling...
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S1EP15 Mastering Nuclear Leadership: Insights from a Reactor Engineer, John Vukovics
In this episode of the Nuclear Leader Podcast, host Bill Nowicki interviews John Vukovics, a seasoned nuclear industry professional with over 28 years of reactor engineering experience at River Bend Station. The conversation delves into his journey, discussing the...
S1EP14 From Social Work to Nuclear Leadership: Lauren Burns’ Journey with Framatome
In this episode of the Nuclear Leader Podcast, host Bill Nowicki interviews Lauren Burns, a former social services professional who transitioned into the nuclear industry with Framatome. Lauren shares her experience of adapting to a highly technical and regulated...
S1EP13 Navigating Leadership in Nuclear Power: A Conversation with Keith Crissman
In this episode of the Nuclear Leader Podcast, host Bill Nowicki chats with his longtime friend and nuclear industry veteran, Keith Crissman. They revisit their early days at Calvert Cliffs and follow Keith’s remarkable career journey, including his roles at Waterford...
S1EP12 Empowering Change: Dr. Annaliese Piriano’s Journey in Nuclear Leadership
Dr. Annaliese Piriano transitioned from academia to the nuclear industry. Annaliese shares her experience integrating NeuroLeadership principles and innovative teaching methods to train nuclear leaders and operators at Beaver Valley. They discuss her strategies for...
S1EP11 Radiation Realities: An Insider’s Perspective with Michael Rennhack
In this episode of the Nuclear Leader Podcast, host Bill Nowicki introduces Michael Rennhack, a radiation technician with years of experience. Michael shares his journey from growing up in Benton Harbor, Michigan, to entering the nuclear industry through family...
S1EP10 Future of Nuclear Energy: Workforce Development with Lori Brady of NEI
In this special episode, Lori Brady, Senior Director of Human Resources and Workforce Development at the Nuclear Energy Institute, discusses critical strategies for promoting nuclear energy growth and workforce sustainability. Joined by her assistant, Anthony Brown,...
S1EP9 How to Build and Lead a Skilled Team in a Restarting Nuclear Plant, Ryan Smothers
In this episode, young supervisor Ryan Smothers from Palisades shares his insights on restarting a nuclear plant and building a cohesive, skilled team. Ryan discusses his approach to hiring, focusing on bringing in highly qualified candidates, even if they are...
S1EP8 Atomic Advocacy Down Under: Mark Schneider’s Nuclear Mission
In this episode, the focus is on Australia's journey in nuclear power, introduced by an American nuclear navy veteran, Mark Schneider. Schneider is working diligently to restart nuclear power in Australia by applying his extensive experience from the commercial...
