Podcasts about calvert cliffs

If you're interested in having a meaningful EA career but your experience doesn't match the types of jobs that the typical white collar, intellectual EA community leans towards, then you're just like me. I have been earning to give as a nuclear power plant operator in Southern Maryland for the past few years, and I think it's a great opportunity for other EA's who want to make a difference but don't have a PhD in philosophy or public policy. Additionally, I have personal sway with Constellation Energy's Calvert Cliffs plant, so I can influence the hiring process to help any interested applicants. Here are a few reasons that I think this is such an ideal Earn to Give career: A high income job in a low cost of living area means you will be able to donate a significant portion of your paychecks and still live comfortably. [...] --- First published: April 17th, 2025 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/LeuLyJEXcjAkeB965/e2g-help-available --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.

Time to head back to the Miocene while visiting the Calvert Cliffs located in Maryland, USA.

Last week, I went to visit the rocky landscape of Moab, Utah, in pursuit of the state's oldest wineries. This is not a podcast about this experience, though the winemaker for the vintage in this episode, Evan Lewandowski, is based out of Utah, and features the state on his fantastic labels. Ruth Lewandowski Winery, named after the Book of Ruth from the Old Testament is a natural wine label that focuses upon minimum intervention in the cellar, and Evan tends to only use sulfites at the very end of fermentation. (Coming up soon will be a whole episode where we talk Natural Wines, so stay tuned). The operating philosophy of this winery is based on a cycle of death and redemption, both in physical and spiritual realms. After all, as Evan states: “Death is, indeed, the engine of life. Nothing that is alive today could be so without something having died first. This is the nature of our universe, of our planet, of our soils, plants, and ultimately you and I." With this philosophy in mind, I decided to take my bottle of the 2018 Dinos to Diamonds on vacation to Maryland with me last spring. The idea was to drink this bottle with my paleontologist friend John-Paul Hodnett, hopefully, to talk about deep ideas such as extinction, ecosystem rebirth, wine and deep time, and fossilization. Instead, this wine, a blend of 60% Sangiovese and 40% Merlot, proved to be a surprisingly perfect beach wine for the Calvert Cliffs. You won't hear much philosophy and paleontology in this podcast (if you want that instead, go check out the episode JP did in the Paleo Nerds podcast), but what you will hear is him, his wife, and me enjoying a good bottle of a vaguely Super-Tuscan wine by a beach while we are taking a break hunting for fossil shark teeth. Cheers!

Paul Murdoch is an amateur paleontologist, fossil hunting guide, ghost hunter, and certified Chesapeake Bay Storyteller operating out of Calvert County, Maryland on the bay's western shore. A highly engaging educator, Paul teaches us about the comet impact that formed the bay [35 million years ago] and why the Calvert Cliffs region is renowned for fossils of the Miocene epoch [8-22 million years ago] . We learn about long extinct, ancient whales, dolphins, sharks, and mollusks while getting some tips on how to read a fossil's story & fossil hunting etiquette. In the first of Paul's stories, he recounts his most significant find, the skull of an undiscovered species of squalodon [a shark toothed whale]. Then we switch gears from fossil hunting to ghost hunting!!! With a deep historical knowledge Paul talks about spending the night at haunted lighthouses and civil war prisoner camps. For his second tale, he shares a riveting & chilling archeological ghost story about his involvement digging up the bones of Irish railroad workers, bringing to light a malevolent, historical coverup. Wrapping up this excellent episode we hear about: how the dead can speak, banding monarch butterflies, and what to expect on one of Paul's guided hunts.  If you're in the Chesapeake Bay area check out Paul's guided fossil hunting trips: Chesapeake Heritage And Paleontology Tours.Follow Our Numinous Nature & my naturalist illustrations on InstagramCheck out my shop of shirts, prints, and books featuring my artContact: herbaceoushuman@gmail.com

Maria Korsnick is NEI’s president and chief executive officer. Drawing on her nuclear engineering background, hands-on experience in reactor operations and a deep knowledge of energy policy and regulatory issues, Korsnick aims to increase understanding of nuclear energy’s economic and environmental benefits among policymakers and the public. Before joining NEI, she was senior vice president of Northeast Operations for Exelon Corp., responsible for overseeing operation of the Calvert Cliffs 1 and 2, R.E. Ginna, and Nine Mile Point 1 and 2 nuclear power plants. The Nuclear Energy Institute is a member-based policy organization, promoting the use and growth of the leading clean energy source in the United States.

In this episode we discuss... Larry’s background in the Navy and personal journey in the nuclear space Differences between reactors on Navy submarines versus private sector Thermal fatigue monitoring program use in determining maximum cycles Different roles and responsibilities across plant operations The role of quality assurance within a nuclear plant and the responsibilities entailed Differences in QA between nuclear and other energy fields Safety features implemented at Calvert Cliffs Emergency preparedness levels, procedures, and simulations Environmental stewardship and the benefits of nuclear to climate A deep dive into inspections and licensing for nuclear plants

In this episode we discuss... Divittore’s background growing up near and working at Three Mile Island Dean’s work as Radiation Protection Manager at Exelon Radiation exposure levels of nuclear power plant workers ALARA versus linear thresholds for radiation exposure What is a Geiger counter and how is radiation measured? Areas of a power plant that have radioactive activity What are the sources of radiation shielding and how do they work? A deep dive into fuel defects Hot spots and how they form in a controlled environment Flushing and hydrolazing Use of robotics, cameras, drones, and VR in identifying leaks The planned shutdown of Three Mile Island in 2019

In this episode we discuss... Trace’s background in nuclear engineering at Penn State and his personal journey in the nuclear field Trace’s work and responsibilities as a reactor engineer at Calvert Cliffs Exelon’s mentorship and training program The processes behind planning and simulating for power maneuvers Spin fuel storage and the processes for managing it A deep dive into start-up testing and its purposes Updated Final Safety Analysis Report (UFSAR) Maintaining cooling during fuel changes The Special Nuclear Material Custodian role Improving disposal of nuclear waste materials

In this episode we discuss... Nicholas’ background in computer science and his introduction to nuclear through the Navy Nicholas’ work as a reactor engineer at Calvert Cliffs An electrician’s responsibilities on a Navy submarine Variables and strategies for planning where fuel is deployed and how often The Exelon-Constellation merger Power maneuvers and what prompts them A deep dive into peaking factors Additions and dilutions of boron for ongoing reactor maintenance The role and focus of PWR Nuclear advocacy in the community and improving public awareness and perception

In this episode we discuss... Dougherty’s background and what led him to the nuclear field A deep dive into the process of taking a submarine reactor critical for the first time Primary, secondary, and electrical subsystems Reactor coolant systems and the role of the relief valve Part 21 process to alert others of a defect or issue with a particular part in a production batch Environmental harmony of nuclear compared to fossil fuel production System future-proofing and general practices of preventive maintenance during outages Shift handoffs and operational flow of activity at a nuclear site How operational rigor of nuclear industry is being used to set best practices in other industries The importance of cross-functional input in making operational decision

In this episode we discuss...  Mark’s background and family history in the nuclear field Mark’s work as Site Vice President at Calvert Cliffs The origin and evolution of PRA (Probabilistic Risk Assessment) Differences between two-loop combustion reactors and two-loop Westinghouse reactors Commonalities in auxiliary systems between pressurized water and boiling water reactors Common challenges that occur in everyday plant operations Advantages and considerations around building power plants near natural water sources Fostering a culture of open dialogue and inclusion within the plant Strategies for lengthening time between outages and shortening overall outage time Regulation and deregulation within the nuclear industry Improving cost efficiency of nuclear power

00:00:00 - Abe, Bev, and Ryan went fossil hunting! This time they took a trip out to the shores of Chesapeake Bay, but first. What is the Chesapeake Bay, how did it get there, and what was the climate like when the fossils they ended up finding were forming? We chat about that, mostly informed by Roadside Geology of Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. and with a dramatic reading from Fossil Collecting in the Mid-Atlantic States: With Localities, Collecting Tips, and Illustrations. 00:19:11 - Listen, the fossils have been there for millions of years, they can wait until after you've had a beer. After some prompting, Bev decides to go first with a Réserve Ale from Ponysaurus Brewing Co. Ryan's up next with some Starfire from Crooked Run Brewing which reveals a deep love of passionfruit. And Abe finishes the lineup with a HOPness Monster IPA leading to some pretty terrible 'dad' jokes.  00:29:19 - Next up, we get to the actual fossil hunting grounds. Results at Calvert Cliffs State Park are suboptimal, but after a stop at a local brewery, we're given some tips for a better beach and head to Brownies for much-improved collecting. To end, we give a breakdown of what we found, some grades to each site, and some tips and tricks for future fossil hunters to use to improve their odds of getting the best haul! Check out some of the photos from our expedition below! 01:16:10 - PaleoPOWs are a lot like fossil collecting; you have to be patient to get something good. First things first, we plug the kickoff event for the newly organized DMV AWG happening later this month. Be there! Next, Abe has an e-mail for new patron Kay S., which has a lot of good info to inform her BSso thesis title, which is: The statistical effect of 5-star hotels on fossil diversity: a comparative study between La Brea Tar Pits and Ashfall fossil beds. Thanks, Kay! Next up, Bev has a new 5-star iTunes review from Kramkjk, which forces Bev to reveal a terrible secret. Finally, Ryan has an e-mail from Morgan B. about science-y things to do on an upcoming trip to Panama.  More cool rewards await you if you decide to support us on our Patreon! Music: Bayview - Isle Heart of Courage - Two Steps from Hell Passion Is Accurate - The Kills Pulling Teeth - Green Day

In this episode, we examine the supposed sighting of a gigantic shark in the waters off Annapolis, Maryland, some real shark encounters, visit the Calvert Cliffs, and hear of a strange religious vision the pastor who wrote the account of the monster shark had had previously.    Sources “10-foot shark in West River,” Baltimore Sun, August 19, 1918. “A pest of sharks,” Baltimore Sun, August 31, 1895. “Another appears off Annapolis,” Baltimore Sun, July 20, 1916. “Capture of a shark,” Baltimore Sun, August 19, 1895. “Man-eater near Easton,” Baltimore Sun, July 20, 1916. “Man-eating sharks invade Severn,” Baltimore Sun, August 13, 1920. “Mr. Smiley hears an angel at Annapolis singing 'peace on earth,' and awakes to find it all a dream,” Baltimore Sun, June 7, 1921. “Precaution against sharks,” Baltimore Evening Sun, July 14, 1910. “Sharks after rock fish,” Baltimore Sun, August 15, 1898. “Sharks in the Chesapeake,” Baltimore Sun, July 16, 1916. “Sharks in the Patapsco,” Baltimore Sun, August 15, 1904. “Submarines at Annapolis,” Baltimore Sun, March 21, 1907. “The prey of sharks' hunger,” Richmond Times, June 13, 1891. “Two sharks captured,” Baltimore Sun, August 7, 1903. “Was it a shark?” Baltimore Sun, August 10, 1895. A-7 (Submarine Torpedo Boat #8).  https://www.history.navy.mil/research/histories/ship-histories/danfs/a/a-7.html Anti-Vivisection Society of Maryland. Dawn: Denouncing the Pollution, and Advocating the Entire Suppression of Vivisection. Baltimore: Anti-Vivisection Society of Maryland, Incorporated, 1901-1908.  Hadwen, Walter R. “Claim Everything.” Journal of Zoöphily 23:11 (November 1914).  McLennan, Jeanne D. Miocene Sharks' Teeth of Calvert County. Maryland Geological Survey, 1971. Mellin, John. “Anne Arundel vignettes: mysterious authors II,” Annapolis Capital, March 19, 1987.

A team of Carnegie scientists have found “beautifully preserved” 15 million-year-old thin protein sheets in fossil shells from southern Maryland.  The team—John Nance, John Armstrong, George Cody, Marilyn Fogel, and Robert Hazen—collected samples from Calvert Cliffs, along the shoreline of the Chesapeake Bay, a popular fossil collecting area. They found fossilized shells of a snail-like mollusk called Ecphora that lived in the mid-Miocene era--between 8 and 18 million years ago.

Fukushima power outage timeline and potential consequences; Interview on maintaining health in the face of radiation with Kimberly Roberson, founder of Fukushima Fallout Awareness Network and author of Silence Deafening: Fukushima Fallout... A Mother's Response; SCE wants to restart San Onofre at full power despite likelihood of breakdown ; NRC denies license to Calvert Cliffs ; Caldicott Symposium smashing success w/online viewers in 650 cities worldwide; France wins Numnutz of the Week for hiding results of a worst-case-scenario study for six years, then redacting the text and gaming the numbers in full view of the world; and Dr. Catherine Euler of the LANL 6 gets the best community service "punishment" ever!

Fukushima power outage timeline and potential consequences; Interview on maintaining health in the face of radiation with Kimberly Roberson, founder of Fukushima Fallout Awareness Network and author of Silence Deafening: Fukushima Fallout... A Mother's Response; SCE wants to restart San Onofre at full power despite likelihood of breakdown ; NRC denies license to Calvert Cliffs ; Caldicott Symposium smashing success w/online viewers in 650 cities worldwide; France wins Numnutz of the Week for hiding results of a worst-case-scenario study for six years, then redacting the text and gaming the numbers in full view of the world; and Dr. Catherine Euler of the LANL 6 gets the best community service "punishment" ever!

Fukushima Diary blogger Iori Mochizuki on how he accidentally founded one of the world's most read anti-nuclear blogs; NRC denies license to Calvert Cliffs - only the second time in its history these rubberstampers have turned down a nuclear request!; San Onofre to get cost/benefit analysis to see if it makes sense to attempt to reopen it (CLUE: The answer is NO!); Dr. Michael Nobel of the Nobel Prize family focuses attention on radioactive contamination of US milk and water in Hawaii and west coast; and double the Nuclear Numnutz this week: Fukushima trying to attract Tokyo's high school students as tourists AND three cities in Saitama prefecture to recycle radioactive rubble from Fukushima as... cement . So much insanity, so little time...

Fukushima Diary blogger Iori Mochizuki on how he accidentally founded one of the world's most read anti-nuclear blogs; NRC denies license to Calvert Cliffs - only the second time in its history these rubberstampers have turned down a nuclear request!; San Onofre to get cost/benefit analysis to see if it makes sense to attempt to reopen it (CLUE: The answer is NO!); Dr. Michael Nobel of the Nobel Prize family focuses attention on radioactive contamination of US milk and water in Hawaii and west coast; and double the Nuclear Numnutz this week: Fukushima trying to attract Tokyo's high school students as tourists AND three cities in Saitama prefecture to recycle radioactive rubble from Fukushima as... cement . So much insanity, so little time...

On today’s Nuclear Hotseat Podcast: Interview w/Sean Bonner of Safecast on his work providing free on-the-ground radiation monitoring devices to groups in Japan; post-quake damage suspected at North Anna nuke plant in Virginia; post-Hurricane Irene “Unusual Event” at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland; Tweets and email from Japan reveal the devastating human toll of Fukushima, including...

Interview w/Sean Bonner of Safecast on providing free on-the-ground radiation monitoring devices to groups in Japan; post-quake damage suspected at North Anna in Virginia; post-Hurricane Irene "Unusual Event" at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland; "anecdotal" tweets and email from Japan reveal the devastating human toll of Fukushima; Activist opportunities in California, DC, Atlanta, Boston, Denver, Minneapolis; and a superfood for radiation detox that was used successfully on children after Chernobyl.

Interview w/Sean Bonner of Safecast on providing free on-the-ground radiation monitoring devices to groups in Japan; post-quake damage suspected at North Anna in Virginia; post-Hurricane Irene "Unusual Event" at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland; "anecdotal" tweets and email from Japan reveal the devastating human toll of Fukushima; Activist opportunities in California, DC, Atlanta, Boston, Denver, Minneapolis; and a superfood for radiation detox that was used successfully on children after Chernobyl.

Interview w/Sean Bonner of Safecast on providing free on-the-ground radiation monitoring devices to groups in Japan; post-quake damage suspected at North Anna in Virginia; post-Hurricane Irene "Unusual Event" at Calvert Cliffs in Maryland; "anecdotal" tweets and email from Japan reveal the devastating human toll of Fukushima; Activist opportunities in California, DC, Atlanta, Boston, Denver, Minneapolis; and a superfood for radiation detox that was used successfully on children after Chernobyl.