How safe are nuclear weapons?

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Published 2019-06-29
Considering the number of nuclear weapons that have been created since 1945, it is something of a miracle that up to now there hasn't been a major nuclear explosion involving them, so how safe are nuclear weapons?

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All Comments (21)
  • @raykehr1832
    Can you imagine being a guy that says yeah I lost a nuke one time.
  • @erickrcisneros
    Imagine telling your supervisor/superiors sir “I’ve lost the nuke”. That would not be so nice
  • @nightruler666
    Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start nukes explode
  • Overwrite the software with Windows Vista. It will never stop asking permission to detonate. Problem solved.
  • @1axmann
    Dude I love your channel... this is how documentaries should be made. Top 10s are overdone.
  • @thomasrowe2192
    y'know, scientists say that the maximum speed is that of light. they ain't seen my fingers when I get a curious droid notification.
  • Damn, can you imagine being one of the ordinance boys removing those bombs only to find out later they'd been armed the whole time, yikes!
  • @spearian
    A perfect example of how to give a presentation. Clear, concise information given at the perfect pace. A big thank you. Your videos are a pleasure to watch.
  • @pchiare
    Only Paul can deliver lines that imho kinda foreshadow the fiery end of mankind in such calm and soothing tones! Love the videos!
  • Watching again after nearly two years and this is still a superb video. The research that must've gone in to it and the accuracy of the information is first rate and extremely impressive. Awesome stuff!
  • @HaffyD.B.
    Theres something creepily interesting about all things nuclear.
  • YES! I have been waiting for your new video! It's always amazing! Great work!!
  • @Shaggyshadric
    “The problems of safety and security have been pretty much overcome.” Murphy’s Law: “Hold my beer” Dr. Ian Malcom: “Life.. Ahh.. Finds a way.”
  • @TheSovietWombat
    Never thought id come across a video titled "how safe are nukes"
  • One of my Favorite episodes to date as my Great Uncle was a Nuclear Physicist. Thanks for taking me back!!
  • @NomenNescio99
    Broken arrow was also the radio call used during the Vietnam War when US troops were surrounded by the VC and cutoff from other troops. Usually meant that a shit load of napalm was dropped from the sky shortly thereafter.
  • @vasiovasio
    Really great video man! Your videos are bold, interesting and well presented - you a smart, but yet modest presenter - Respect to you!
  • @stevangucu522
    Well, James May wanted to ignite Satan missile with cigarette lighter so I say there is more work to be done in that area.