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Did you know that most of the United States' nuclear arsenal has passed through Texas? Whether it's the assembly of a nuclear weapon, the disassembly of one that's being retired, or just routine maintenance, the Pantex plant outside of Amarillo handles it all.

Pantex was built during World War II, but since the Cold War, its mission has focused primarily on nuclear weapons. Plant historian Katie Paul walks us through its history, Dylan Spaulding of the Union of Concerned Scientists explains what workers at the plant do with nuclear weapons, and Amarillo-based economist Karr Ingham highlights Pantex's impact on the community.

Did you know that most of the United States' nuclear arsenal has passed through Texas? Whether it's the assembly of a nuclear weapon, the disassembly of one that's being retired, or just routine maintenance, the <a href="https://pantex.energy.gov/">Pantex plant</a> outside of Amarillo handles it all.
Pantex was built during World War II, but since the Cold War, its mission has focused primarily on nuclear weapons. Plant historian Katie Paul walks us through its history, <a href="https://www.ucsusa.org/about/people/dylan-spaulding">Dylan Spaulding</a> of the <a href="https://www.ucsusa.org/">Union of Concerned Scientists</a> explains what workers at the plant do with nuclear weapons, and Amarillo-based economist <a href="https://texasalliance.org/staff/karr-ingham/">Karr Ingham</a> highlights Pantex's impact on the community.

From the news that impacts us every day, like education and politics, to lighter topics like hidden gems around the state and unique holiday traditions, Texas Wants to Know explores news and stories from all over our great state. Host Baylee Friday talks to lawmakers, educators, business owners, and everyone in between to get the full story behind stories like why the Pegasus is associated with the city of Dallas or what the future of marijuana legislation is in Texas. New episodes are released every Thursday.

From the news that impacts us every day, like education and politics, to lighter topics like hidden gems around the state and unique holiday traditions, Texas Wants to Know explores news and stories from all over our great state. Host Baylee Friday talks to lawmakers, educators, business owners, and everyone in between to get the full story behind stories like why the Pegasus is associated with the city of Dallas or what the future of marijuana legislation is in Texas. New episodes are released every Thursday.

Texas Wants to Know

From the news that impacts us every day, like education and politics, to lighter topics like hidden gems around the state and unique holiday traditions, Texas Wants to Know explores news and stories from all over our great state. Host Baylee Friday talks to lawmakers, educators, business owners, and everyone in between to get the full story behind stories like why the Pegasus is associated with the city of Dallas or what the future of marijuana legislation is in Texas. New episodes are released every Thursday.

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