Today’s episode takes a leap into the future of clean energy: Helion, a Washington-based fusion startup, just secured a lease from Chelan County PUD to build what could be the world’s first commercial fusion power plant. We break down what this means for Central Washington, local power supplies, and the global energy landscape.

Plus, before we get to the news, we’re introducing a new segment: Rotten Apples, our biweekly movie review. First up? Materialists, the latest romantic drama from director Celine Song.