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Unlock the secrets behind the rapid evolution of robotics with Anshuman Kumar, head of hardware at Matic Robots, as we dissect what makes a robot more than just a machine. Discover how modern marvels, from everyday tools to cutting-edge autonomous vehicles, are reshaping our lives. Anshuman shares the technological breakthroughs that are fueling this transformation, revealing the vital roles that GPUs, AI, and a blend of mechanics, electronics, and algorithms play in creating robots capable of perceiving and interacting with their surroundings like never before. Anshuman Kumar is the Head of Hardware at Matic Robots, where he pioneered the mechanical design for Matic - the world's first truly autonomous, private, and perceptive floor cleaning robot. Previously, he was a key engineer at Tesla Motors, resolving critical reliability and scaling challenges for the Model S and Model 3 traction inverters. With a Master's in Product Design from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Delhi, Anshuman also founded and led the Carnegie Mellon Hyperloop team to be awarded in the SpaceX Hyperloop competition.  In this episode, you'll hear about: Exploration of the robotics spectrum from simple tools to complex autonomous vehicles. Technological breakthroughs in AI, GPUs, and algorithms driving robotic advancements. The role of cameras and computer vision in enhancing home robotics and ensuring privacy. Matic Robots' innovative on-device processing to address privacy concerns in consumer robotics. Cultural and market dynamics explored through a roti-making appliance's success in the US. Importance of curiosity and tackling unglamorous problems in the startup and tech industry. Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anshuman-kumar/  Website - https://maticrobots.com/   Contact: anshuman@maticrobots.com ; anshumankumar.iitd@gmail.com Matic Website :  https://maticrobots.com/ Hardware Nation Episode : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoUnXZg0Wb0&t=249s&pp=ygUVaGFyZHdhcmUgbmF0aW9uIG1hdGlj Matic Privacy : https://maticrobots.com/blog/why-matic-is-the-most-private-and-secure-robot-vacuum/ Matic Mopping : https://maticrobots.com/blog/the-magic-behind-matics-mopping/ Matic Sweeping : https://maticrobots.com/blog/why-matic-brushroll-is-different/ Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 16: E-2 Visa for Founders and Employees Episode 19: Australian Visas Including E-3 Episode 20: TN Visas and Status for Canadian and Mexican Citizens Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook

This week, Dominic Bowen welcomes Dr. Shan Nair to The International Risk Podcast for an insightful discussion on navigating international business expansion amid shifting geopolitical and economic landscapes. Together, they explore how regulatory frameworks, tariffs, and evolving trade policies impact global business strategies. Dr. Nair shares his expertise on mitigating risks, seizing opportunities in international markets, and the increasing role of compliance and strategic foresight for CEOs and CFOs.Dr. Shan Nair is a renowned entrepreneur and management consultant specialising in international business expansion. He has worked with major companies, including Tesla Motors, and pioneered business support services for firms entering new markets. With a background in nuclear engineering and decades of experience advising multinational corporations, Dr. Nair provides a nuanced perspective on economic trends, the role of AI in finance, and the future of global business strategy.The International Risk Podcast is a must-listen for senior executives, board members, and risk advisors. This weekly podcast dives deep into international relations, emerging risks, and strategic opportunities. Hosted by Dominic Bowen, Head of Strategic Advisory at one of Europe's top risk consulting firms, the podcast brings together global experts to share insights and actionable strategies.Dominic's 20+ years of experience managing complex operations in high-risk environments, combined with his role as a public speaker and university lecturer, make him uniquely positioned to guide these conversations. From conflict zones to corporate boardrooms, he explores the risks shaping our world and how organisations can navigate them.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn for all our great updates.Tell us what you liked!

This is a preview of a Patreon-exclusive bonus episode. For complete access to this and all of our bonus content, plus ad-free versions of regular episodes, merch discounts, pre-sale tickets to live shows and more, become a Patreon supporter of The War on Cars. This is an excerpt from our interview with Ed Niedermeyer, the author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. Ed has been writing about Elon Musk for years, and he's been one of the billionaire's most astute critics since way back. We talked with Ed for our recent episode "Inside the Tesla Takedown Movement," about his involvement with the protest movement that has sprung up around the country at Tesla showrooms, targeting the destructive alliance between Musk and Donald Trump. Ed believes the protests are quite possibly the most effective tool we have right now to diminish Musk's influence and power, and to counter the Trump regime.  Subscribe on Patreon for access to the entire episode.    

Ed Niedermeyer is a journalist and author most known for his 2019 book "Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors". When it comes to the business of Tesla, he is one of the most well-respected and trusted voices. https://benbellabooks.com/shop/ludicrous/https://www.autonocast.com/ Recorded April 1, 2025 Get TWENTY PERCENT off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout. To listen to DRIVE with Jim Farley, just search for “DRIVE with Jim Farley” in your podcast app. https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST25 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. #cars #comedy #podcastTweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman Click here for the most honest car reviews out there: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

Since early February, a protest phenomenon has been building steadily across the United States, springing up at scores of Tesla dealerships from coast to coast. Organizers call it Tesla Takedown. It's remarkable in part because in today's United States, we have engineered an environment that prioritizes automotive convenience and speed—and in the process deadens civic life and makes protest difficult. So it's ironic that Tesla dealerships, many of them located in the worst kind of automotive sprawl, have emerged as crucial nodes in a decentralized network of resistance to Elon Musk and Donald Trump.  In this episode, we talk to participants and organizers about what is motivating them. We also caught up with journalist Ed Niedermeyer, return guest of The War on Cars and author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors, about what effect this could have on Tesla's bottom line, and why it's an effective tactic to weaken the hold that the world's richest man, Elon Musk, has on the United States government. Note: This episode was recorded before the huge Hands Off protests of April 5th, 2025. Clearly, American protesters are starting to find their voice, and their space. *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive exclusive access to ad-free versions of regular episodes, Patreon-only bonus content, Discord access, invitations to live events, merch discounts and free stickers! *** This episode was produced with the generous support of the Helen & William Mazer Foundation. This episode was also supported by Cleverhood. Listen to the episode for the latest discount on the best and most stylish rain gear for walking and cycling. Save 15% on the amazing Arclight Pedals and everything from Redshift Sports with code WARONCARS at checkout. LINKS: Find a #TeslaTakedown protest near you. Check out Ed Niedermeyer's Autonocast podcast. Read Ed's book, "Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors." Pick up official podcast tees and other merch in our online store.  Save 15% on everything from Redshift Sports, including the amazing Arclight Pedals, with code WARONCARS. This episode was edited by Ali Lemer. It was recorded by Justin Fernandez at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. Transcripts are by Russell Gragg.  TheWarOnCars.org  

Meghan and Miranda break down Michelle Obama's underwhelming podcast launch, Kim Kardashian's controversial Tesla Cybertruck photoshoot, and the rise of plastic surgery in political circles—especially in the Trump era. They also tackle the backlash over Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour prices and the Democratic Party's sinking favorability.

Paris Marx is joined by Ed Niedermeyer to discuss the trouble with Tesla's business model and how that makes Elon Musk's power vulnerable to protest and boycott.Ed Niedermeyer is the author Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors and a co-host of the Autonocast.Tech Won't Save Us offers a critical perspective on tech, its worldview, and wider society with the goal of inspiring people to demand better tech and a better world. Support the show on Patreon.The podcast is made in partnership with The Nation. Production is by Eric Wickham.Also mentioned in this episode:Find a Tesla Takedown protest in your area.Support the show

On this episode of Tech Won't Save Us, Paris Marx is joined by Ed Niedermeyer to discuss the trouble with Tesla's business model and how that makes Elon Musk's power vulnerable to protest and boycott.Ed Niedermeyer is the author Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors and a co-host of the Autonocast.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week Trevor is joined by guest Edward Niedermeyer to discuss  his book 'Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors'.  Edward is an American author, analyst, and critic who focuses on the automotive industry and mobility innovation. His writing has been published in The New York Times, The Truth About Cars, and The Wall Street Journal. Niedermeyer cohosts The Autonocast, a podcast about autonomous vehicles technology and its effects. Links in this episode can be found at: Ludiscours: The Unvarnished Story Of Tesla Motors - https://www.porchlightbooks.com/product/ludicrous-the-unvarnished-story-of-tesla-motors--edward-niedermeyer/isbn/9781948836128 The Autonocast - https://www.autonocast.com/

If you work across time zones, borders, and cultures, this is the show for you. This is your host Leonardo, welcome to the international business podcast.  Today we dive into the intricacies of global supply chains, factory relocations, personnel relocation, overseas payroll management and more. We do this with two experts. See their details below.Use the promo code 8D1E2 to get 50% off your first month on Patreon. This offer is valid until February 28th.Join Leonardo on Patreon for:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast Archive: 102 episodes (40+ hours).Podcast Bonus Episodes: New exclusive content.Early Access: Upcoming YouTube videos and newsletters.Thinking Process Journal: Insights into Leonardo's content preparation, including a curated reading list and personal reflections.Q&A: Submit questions for future episodes, and receive a shoutout when they are answered.With guests:Kimberly Kirkendall consults with multinational companies on international operations, supply chain, and trade through IRD. As a Beachhead Advisor for New Zealand Trade & Enterprise, she aids NZ companies in international trade and manufacturing. She hosts the podcast International Trade Resources, interviewing trade experts and providing training for startups. A frequent guest lecturer and speaker globally, she also supports US organizations in management training.As President of IRD for over 20 years, Kimberly has led thousands of projects to improve international operations. Their clients face complex cross-border trade challenges, including incorporation, supply chain optimization, and market development. Kimberly offers leadership during operational stress.IRD re-engineers processes across multiple countries, addressing issues like partnership structuring, VAT challenges, supply chain improvements, and employee management abroad.Kimberly began her career in China over 35 years ago and has lived in major cities worldwide. She combines her CPA expertise with extensive international business knowledge and has held roles as COO, CFO, and General Manager.Shan Nair is an entrepreneur and consultant on international expansion. He was the first to spot and develop the niche market of International Expansion Services (IES) which was previously fragmented. In the process he has worked with many companies in their early stages who have since become household names such as Tesla Motors, FaceTime and Sonus Networks. His role is to promote the services offered by Nucleus and to work with the management team to ensure a high level of technical excellence and client care is maintained at all times.Nucleus is unique in that it provides true one stop, multi-disciplinary, multi-country shopping for companies seeking international expansion or with international operations. A single experienced Client Services Director and an Accounting Manager will be your sole points of contact for all of your foreign consulting needs – you will not need to chase multiple accountants, lawyers and HR consultants in different geographies or have a single contact point with little expertise acting simply as a postbox. The Client Services team is backed by staff at senior and mid-management level each having more than a decade of experience in providing IES services.Shan has a doctorate in nuclear physics from the University of Oxford. He has received multiple recognitions for his contribution to business in the US, UK and India.If you work across time zones, borders, and cultures, come on the show to share your story. ⁠⁠⁠Connect with the host Leonardo Marra

Tesla is the most exciting car company in a generation . . . but can it live up to the hype?Tesla Motors and CEO Elon Musk have become household names, shaking up the staid auto industry by creating a set of innovative electric vehicles that have wowed the marketplace and defied conventional wisdom. The company's market valuation now rivals that of long-established automakers, and, to many industry observers, Tesla is defining the future of the industry.But behind the hype, Tesla has some serious deficiencies that raise questions about its sky-high valuation, and even its ultimate survival.Tesla's commitment to innovation has led it to reject the careful, zero-defects approach of other car manufacturers, even as it struggles to mass-produce cars reliably, and with minimal defects. While most car manufacturers struggle with the razor-thin margins of mid-priced sedans, Tesla's strategy requires that the Model 3 finally bring it to profitability, even as the high-priced Roadster and Model S both lost money. And Tesla's approach of continually focusing on the future, even as commitments and deadlines are repeatedly missed, may ultimately test the patience of all but its most devoted fans.In Ludicrous, journalist and auto industry analyst Edward Niedermeyer lays bare the disconnect between the popular perception of Tesla and the day-to-day realities of the company—and the cars it produces. Blending original reporting and never-before-published insider accounts with savvy industry analysis, Niedermeyer tells the story of Tesla as it's never been told before—with clear eyes, objectivity and insight.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

What does it take for a tech startup to successfully navigate international expansion? In today's episode, I welcome Dr. Shan Nair, a trailblazer in International Expansion Services (IES) and the president of Nucleus, to unpack the strategies and insights essential for businesses venturing into global markets. Dr. Nair's journey from nuclear physics at Oxford to consulting for some of the world's most recognizable tech names, including Tesla Motors and FaceTime, offers a fascinating perspective on the intersection of innovation and international business. During our conversation, we delve into the unique challenges that tech companies face when scaling internationally, from navigating complex regulatory frameworks in Asia-Pacific to addressing employment law risks in Europe and Latin America. Dr. Nair also explains how Nucleus provides a one-stop solution for companies, ensuring that international operations are managed seamlessly without the fragmentation of working with multiple service providers across geographies. As the landscape of global business evolves, Dr. Nair sheds light on what it takes to succeed—emphasizing the importance of experienced CFOs, realistic budgets, and a sustainable business model. We also discuss the emerging trends shaping the future of international business, including the rise of cryptocurrencies, small-scale nuclear power plants, and the shifting dynamics of global manufacturing strategies amidst rising protectionism. What are the critical steps for a startup looking to establish its first international hire? How can seasoned CFOs mitigate risks while maintaining sustainable growth? And how might the trends we discuss redefine global business in the coming years? Join us for this insightful episode, and as always, let us know your thoughts. What challenges do you think startups face the most when going global? Let's keep the conversation going.

This week Ed Niedermeyer joins us in the virtual blanket fort! He's the author behind Ludicrus: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors and boy oh boy do we have some stuff to talk about! You'll love this conversation, we know we did! We love you!

Ludicrous - The Unvarnished Story of Tesla MotorsSeptember 2Tesla is the most exciting car company in a generation . . . but can it live up to the hype?Tesla Motors and CEO Elon Musk have become household names, shaking up the staid auto industry by creating a set of innovative electric vehicles that have wowed the marketplace and defied conventional wisdom. The company's market valuation now rivals that of long-established automakers, and, to many industry observers, Tesla is defining the future of the industry.But behind the hype, Tesla has some serious deficiencies that raise questions about its sky-high valuation, and even its ultimate survival.Tesla's commitment to innovation has led it to reject the careful, zero-defects approach of other car manufacturers, even as it struggles to mass-produce cars reliably, and with minimal defects. While most car manufacturers struggle with the razor-thin margins of mid-priced sedans, Tesla's strategy requires that the Model 3 finally bring it to profitability, even as the high-priced Roadster and Model S both lost money. And Tesla's approach of continually focusing on the future, even as commitments and deadlines are repeatedly missed, may ultimately test the patience of all but its most devoted fans.In Ludicrous, journalist and auto industry analyst Edward Niedermeyer lays bare the disconnect between the popular perception of Tesla and the day-to-day realities of the company—and the cars it produces. Blending original reporting and never-before-published insider accounts with savvy industry analysis, Niedermeyer tells the story of Tesla as it's never been told before—with clear eyes, objectivity and insight.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

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As a pioneer in impact investing, Nancy has demonstrated the potential of venture capital to drive social change and environmental improvements. She is an active voice in the field, frequently writing and speaking on impact investing topics. Nancy serves on the boards of several companies, including Zola Electric, Bellwether Coffee, and Farmers Business Network, and has previously worked with Tesla Motors, SolarCity, and Pandora before their public offerings. Before founding DBL, she was a Managing Director in Venture Capital at JPMorgan and began her investment career at Hambrecht & Quist in 1984. Her diverse experience also includes roles at Intel Corporation, the State of California, Stanford University, and the Sierra Club. In 2024, Nancy received the Impact Leadership Award from Impact Capital Managers and was recognized in 2023 by Forbes and the San Francisco Business Times as one of the Bay Area's most influential business leaders. Her accolades include the 2022 Financial Woman of the Year and appearances on Fast Company's 2016 Most Creative People in Business list. A frequent lecturer at prestigious institutions such as Harvard and Stanford, she has held numerous leadership roles in organizations focused on clean energy and social impact. DBL Partners was formed with a “Double Bottom Line” investment strategy to invest in companies that can deliver top-tier venture capital returns (First Bottom Line), while working with our companies to enable social, environmental and economic improvement in the regions in which they operate (Second Bottom Line). DBL Partners uses venture capital to accelerate innovation in a way that positively affects an organization's social impact, as well as its financial success. We strongly believe these two drivers –positive social change and a healthy financial performance– are inherently connected. DBL invests in and helps nurture outstanding entrepreneurs and companies in Cleantech, Information Technology, Sustainable Products and Services, and Healthcare. Show Notes: [2:47] - Nancy shares a bit about her incredible career, and what she would title a book about her journey. [4:40] - Blending impact with finance can enhance both outcomes. [7:02] - Before founding DBL, Nancy was a Managing Director at JPMorgan. She shares the experience of breaking off with DBL during a time of uncertainty. [11:10] - Nancy describes her experience with Tesla and how the investment in strong talent benefits an entire organization. [13:12] - Start-ups are all about resilience and perseverance, especially during times of economic challenges. [14:32] - In this environment, it is difficult to stay positive and survive in the short term. [16:35] - A first-time fund investor is slightly different because of the risk involved. [18:01] - Nancy describes and explains venture capital and impact investing. [22:52] - Sustainability is a key interest of Nancy's and her colleagues. [26:29] - Nancy describes some of the challenges faced at Tesla in the beginning of her work there. [30:08] - Whatever the block is, you can make a difference. [31:57] - Initially, the car industry was not designed to support the development of electric vehicles. [34:42] - What is the difference between Founder mode and CEO mode? [38:07] - There are habits, including drinking coffee, that are “carbon habits”. [39:39] - The good news is that the list of talented and visionary entrepreneurs is getting longer, increasing impact. [42:18] - What are the soft skills that are valued at DBL and the VC world? [44:09] - At the founder level, there has to be an insatiable drive to change the world. [46:19] - Create several scenarios in your analysis and do some stress testing. [51:53] - There is a lot of uncertainty right now, especially when it comes to policies. [54:24] - Even with uncertainty, there are many things to like and be positive about with policy transitions. Links and Resources: DBL Partners

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The 2025 Ford Bronco Sport has received a significant upgrade with the introduction of the Sasquatch off-road package. Host Jack Nerad drove it just days ago and then discussed the vehicle's nuances with Bronco Sport Brand Manager Mike Weller at a special event outside Knoxville, Tennessee. We'll share that interview with you on America on the Road this week. As off-road fans know, the serious all-terrain Sasquatch package was previously exclusive to the larger Bronco, but Ford is now making it available for the Bronco Sport Badlands and Outer Banks models. It significantly enhances the vehicle's off-road capabilities with features like a twin-clutch rear-drive unit, locking rear differential, and large 29-inch Goodyear Territory All-Terrain tires, giving the likable crossover much greater off-pavement capabilities. The Bronco Sport's Sasquatch package exterior features modular steel bumpers, additional underbody protection, and revised wheel designs. Interior enhancements include an available grab handle and auxiliary switches. As Weller detailed in the exclusive interview, these updates make the Bronco Sport a more versatile small SUV that caters to outdoor enthusiasts seeking both capability and modern technology. And he'll share much more. In the news this week, Tesla Motors is returning to an old marketing scheme by offering cash for referrals. It could save you a substantial amount if you plan to buy an EV soon, and we'll have the details. There's crankiness in Detroit, as a union leader suggests that the CEO of a global automaker should resign in a dispute over the reopening of a factory. We'll tell the who's and why's on that one and what the future of the automaker might hold. The agonizingly slow rollout of the electric vehicle charging network is getting a lot of people hot under the collar. Now the federal government is poised to spend more than $500 million in that effort, and we'll tell you if it could mean you'll finally get some DC fast chargers at a convenient location near you. On a happier note, Hagerty is getting ready to display some full-size versions of classic Hot Wheels vehicles on the National Mall in Washington, DC. We'll tell you when that will happen and share some Hot Wheels stories, too. In our road tests this week, Co-Host Chris Teague got a very early chance to drive Infiniti's all-new full-size 2025 QX80. Does it have the goods to play in the big leagues of full-size luxury SUVs like the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator and Grand Wagoneer? Teague will share his opinion. Across the country, Jack Nerad spent the past week testing the enhanced Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S, a very appealing revamp of the battery-electric-powered U.S.-built compact crossover SUV. Delivering more miles on a charge, the Pro S version of the vehicle might be the best combination of range, performance, charging ability and value VW has ever offered. Nerad will have all the details coming up. In all, we have a ton of show this week. Thanks for joining us. America on the Road is brought to you by Driving Today.com, Mercury Insurance, and EMLandsea.com , the publisher of Nerad's latest book, Dance in the Dark, which is available HERE on Amazon.com

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A lo largo de la historia de la humanidad aparecen de vez en cuando figuras disruptivas. Son personas que cambian las normas establecidas. Ocurre tanto en la realidad como en la ciencia ficción. En el programa de hoy vamos a introducirnos en tres figuras disruptivas, dos reales, una del pasado cuya influencia sigue aún en nuestros días, otra del presente que ha cambiado y cambiará el panorama político y social en España, y una tercera de ficción, que cambió la sociedad establecida. Evidentemente existen muchas más, pero no da tiempo en el programa, aunque si os dejo algunas más de estas figuras disruptivas después del audio en la entrada la web. Figuras Disruptivas: Arquitectos de la Innovación Introducción En un mundo en constante evolución, donde el cambio es la única constante, las figuras disruptivas emergen como agentes del caos creativo. Estas personas, con su visión y audacia, alteran el statu quo, redefiniendo industrias y, a menudo, la sociedad en su conjunto. Pero, ¿quiénes son estas figuras disruptivas? ¿Qué motiva su espíritu innovador? En este artículo, exploraremos el concepto de disrupción a través de la vida y logros de individuos que, en su búsqueda por desafiar lo establecido, han dejado una huella imborrable en la historia. Definición de Disrupción El término "disrupción" proviene del latín *disruptio*, que significa “romper en pedazos”. En el contexto moderno, se refiere a la introducción de una innovación que transforma radicalmente un sector, desplazando las prácticas tradicionales. La disrupción puede manifestarse de diversas formas, desde avances tecnológicos hasta cambios en modelos de negocio, cultura y comportamiento social. La clave es que esta innovación no solo mejora un proceso existente, sino que lo reinventa completamente. Características de las Figuras Disruptivas Las figuras disruptivas comparten una serie de características comunes que las distinguen: 1. Visión Innovadora Tienen una capacidad excepcional para prever el potencial de nuevas ideas y tecnologías antes de que se conviertan en convencionales. No se conforman con mejorar lo que ya existe; buscan crear algo completamente nuevo. 2. Resiliencia El camino hacia la disrupción está plagado de obstáculos. Las figuras disruptivas enfrentan rechazo, escepticismo y fracaso, pero su perseverancia y convicción en su visión les permiten superar estos desafíos. 3. Pensamiento Crítico Cuestionan las normas y prácticas establecidas, no aceptando los supuestos convencionales sin un análisis profundo. Este enfoque crítico les permite identificar problemas y oportunidades que otros pasan por alto. 4. Capacidad de Ejecución No basta con tener ideas brillantes; las figuras disruptivas son capaces de llevar sus visiones a la práctica, creando estrategias y estructuras que convierten sus conceptos en realidades tangibles. Ejemplos Históricos de Figuras Disruptivas 1. Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) Tesla, un pionero de la electricidad y la electromecánica, desafió las ideas tradicionales de la energía con su desarrollo de la corriente alterna (CA). Su visión de un sistema eléctrico más eficiente y versátil revolucionó la industria energética, aunque fue ampliamente incomprendido y subestimado en su tiempo. 2. Marie Curie (1867-1934) Curie, la primera mujer en ganar un Premio Nobel, desafiò las normas de género y las fronteras de la ciencia con sus investigaciones sobre la radioactividad. Su descubrimiento de los elementos polonio y radio cambió fundamentalmente nuestra comprensión de la materia y la energía. 3. Steve Jobs (1955-2011) Cofundador de Apple Inc., Jobs revolucionó múltiples industrias, desde la computación personal hasta la música digital y la telefonía móvil. Su enfoque en el diseño, la experiencia del usuario y la integración de hardware y software estableció nuevos estándares en tecnología. 4. Elon Musk (1971-) Musk, a través de empresas como Tesla Motors, SpaceX y Neuralink, está transformando la industria automotriz, la exploración espacial y la interfaz cerebro-computadora. Su enfoque en la sostenibilidad y la innovación constante lo coloca en el epicentro de la disrupción tecnológica contemporánea. Impacto y Legado Las figuras disruptivas no solo transforman sectores específicos; su influencia se extiende a la cultura, la economía y la política. Al desafiar las normas establecidas, provocan una reevaluación de lo que es posible y de cómo deben gestionarse las instituciones y los recursos. Su legado es una sociedad más dinámica, adaptable y creativa, aunque no sin controversias y desafíos éticos. Innovación y Adaptación Las disrupciones fomentan una cultura de innovación continua. Las empresas y las organizaciones deben adaptarse rápidamente a los cambios tecnológicos y sociales para mantenerse relevantes. Esta presión puede llevar a avances significativos, aunque también puede causar inestabilidad y desafíos para quienes no pueden seguir el ritmo. Cambio Social Las figuras disruptivas también pueden ser agentes de cambio social. Al romper con las convenciones, abren nuevas posibilidades y paradigmas, desafiando la rigidez de estructuras tradicionales y promoviendo una mayor equidad y diversidad. Controversias y Retos Éticos La disrupción no está exenta de problemas. Las innovaciones pueden tener consecuencias no previstas, desde la pérdida de empleos hasta el impacto en la privacidad y la seguridad. Además, las figuras disruptivas a veces enfrentan críticas por su enfoque agresivo y la ruptura de normas establecidas. Conclusión Las figuras disruptivas son esenciales para el progreso humano. Su capacidad para imaginar un futuro diferente y su determinación para hacerlo realidad, a menudo a pesar de la oposición, impulsan avances que benefician a la sociedad en su conjunto. Sin embargo, es crucial abordar los desafíos que la disrupción trae consigo, garantizando que los beneficios de la innovación se distribuyan equitativamente y que los impactos negativos se mitiguen adecuadamente. A medida que navegamos por un siglo XXI caracterizado por cambios rápidos y profundos, el legado de estas figuras disruptivas ofrece lecciones valiosas. Su valentía, creatividad y resiliencia nos inspiran a no solo aceptar el cambio, sino a abrazarlo como una oportunidad para mejorar nuestro mundo. 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pWotD Episode 2610: Elon Musk Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of a popular Wikipedia page every day.With 121,853 views on Monday, 24 June 2024 our article of the day is Elon Musk.Elon Reeve Musk (; born June 28, 1971) is a businessman and investor known for his key roles in space company SpaceX and automotive company Tesla, Inc. Other involvements include ownership of X Corp., formerly Twitter, and his role in the founding of The Boring Company, xAI, Neuralink and OpenAI. He is one of the wealthiest people in the world; as of June 2024, Forbes estimates his net worth to be US$214 billion.Musk was born in Pretoria, a member of the South African Musk family, and briefly attended the University of Pretoria before immigrating to Canada at age 18, acquiring citizenship through his Canadian-born mother. Two years later, he matriculated at Queen's University at Kingston in Canada. Musk later transferred to the University of Pennsylvania and received bachelor's degrees in economics and physics. He moved to California in 1995 to attend Stanford University, but dropped out after two days and, with his brother Kimbal, co-founded online city guide software company Zip2. The startup was acquired by Compaq for $307 million in 1999. That same year, Musk co-founded X.com, a direct bank. X.com merged with Confinity in 2000 to form PayPal. In October 2002, eBay acquired PayPal for $1.5 billion. Using $100 million of the money he made from the sale of PayPal, Musk founded SpaceX, a spaceflight services company, in 2002. In 2004, Musk was an early investor in electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors, Inc. (later Tesla, Inc.). He became the company's chairman and product architect, assuming the position of CEO in 2008. In 2006, Musk helped create SolarCity, a solar-energy company that was acquired by Tesla in 2016 and became Tesla Energy. In 2013, he proposed a hyperloop high-speed vactrain transportation system. In 2015, he co-founded OpenAI, a nonprofit artificial intelligence research company. The following year, Musk co-founded Neuralink—a neurotechnology company developing brain–computer interfaces—and The Boring Company, a tunnel construction company. In 2018, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued Musk, alleging that he had falsely announced that he had secured funding for a private takeover of Tesla. To settle the case, Musk stepped down as the chairman of Tesla and paid a $20 million fine. In 2022, he acquired Twitter for $44 billion. He subsequently merged the company into newly created X Corp. and rebranded the service as X the following year. In March 2023, Musk founded xAI, an artificial intelligence company.Musk has expressed views that have made him a polarizing figure. He has been criticized for making unscientific and misleading statements, including COVID-19 misinformation and appearing to endorse antisemitic conspiracy theories, the latter of which he later apologized for. His ownership of Twitter has been similarly controversial, being marked by layoffs of large numbers of employees, an increase in hate speech, misinformation and disinformation posts on the website, and changes to Twitter Blue verification.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:19 UTC on Tuesday, 25 June 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Elon Musk on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Joanna Standard.

The 2024 Toyota 4Runner is the last of its generation, and all indications are it is going to be missed. This week, Host Jack Nerad got a special chance to say goodbye to the old and respected warrior as he took the wheel for the last time before an all-new 2025 model-year 4Runner arrives. While many are excited about the new 4Runner and its equally new turbocharged powerplant, a similar number seem wistful about the passing of the current generation SUV, which has proven itself tough as a month-old bag of jerky. Some of its toughness stems from its venerable normally aspirated V6 engine, which just seems to keep ticking and ticking no matter how old or what obstacles are thrown in its way. Nerad will tell us more about his last hurrah with the 4Runner in this episode. In our other road test this week, Co-Host Chris Teague will put the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek through its paces. While not as fully off-road capable as the 4Runner, it boasts some impressive off-road chops of its own. And despite its new body, it remains powered by the latest version of Subaru's famed boxer engines, another powerplant that has more than proven its worth. Teague will tell us more in the road test segment. This week our special guest is Matt DeLorenzo, author of How To Buy An Affordable Electric Car, a Tightwad's Guide to EV Ownership. An auto expert par excellence, DeLorenzo has been on the show several times before, and he always has an insightful point of view on individual cars and the car industry as a whole. Now, as electric vehicle sales have hit a lull, we'll talk with him about what is likely to end up in your driveway going forward. Will we have an all-electric future as so many have predicted? Or is an industry reset occurring before our eyes? DeLorenzo will give us his well-informed opinions. In the news this week, Jeep has confirmed it will re-launch its Renegade as a battery-electric vehicle for the 2027 model year. And it will have a base price of less than $25,000. We'll tell you more about Jeep's aggressive EV plans. Speaking of EVs, Tesla's Elon Musk will get his $56 billion pay package after all, at least if Tesla Motors' shareholders get their way. Musk has big plans for his Texas-based car company going forward, and we'll have more on that continuing saga. Another continuing saga isn't going nearly as well. Fisker Motors, an EV start-up helmed by car designer turned entrepreneur Henrik Fisker, has officially filed for bankruptcy. If everybody had an Ocean across the USA, then things would be different. But it looks like they won't. In more positive news, BMW has just pulled the curtain away from its all-new 2025 X3 small SUV. We'll have the details and our reactions to its new look. All that and more coming up this week on America on the Road. America on the Road is brought to you by Driving Today.com, Mercury Insurance, and EMLandsea.com , the publisher of Nerad's latest book, Dance in the Dark, which is available HERE on Amazon.com

Chapter 1:Summary of elon musk Book"Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future" by Ashlee Vance, published in 2015, is a biography that delves into the life and career of Elon Musk, one of the most intriguing and ambitious entrepreneurs and innovators of the 21st century. Known for his roles in founding or leading companies such as PayPal, SpaceX, Tesla Inc., and Neuralink, Musk has been a pivotal figure in pushing the boundaries of technology and industry.The book provides an in-depth look at Musk's early life, from his days as a child in South Africa to his emigration to the United States via Canada. It covers his educational journey, entrepreneurial ventures, and the personal challenges he faced along the way. Vance conducted numerous interviews with Musk himself, as well as with friends, family, and colleagues, to paint a detailed portrait of a relentless optimist driven by a vision for a better future.Key themes in the book include:1. Innovation and Vision: Musk's commitment to major problems facing humanity, like sustainable energy and space colonization, showcases his desire to work on projects that can fundamentally change our world.2. Challenges and Setbacks: The biography doesn't shy away from the numerous hurdles Musk faced, including conflicts at PayPal, Tesla's near failures, and SpaceX's rocket explosions. Each serves as a testament to his persistence and resilience.3. Leadership and Management Style: Musk is portrayed as a demanding but visionary leader, often expecting as much commitment from his employees as he devotes himself.4. Personal Life and Character: Insights into Musk's personal life, including his relationships and unique personal challenges, offer a comprehensive look at what drives him and affects his professional undertakings.Overall, "Elon Musk" by Ashlee Vance gives readers an intimate examination of a man tackling some of the most daunting challenges with a mix of intelligence, ambition, and a relentless pursuit that continues to capture public imagination. It's not just a tale of technological innovation, but a complex account of what it takes to disrupt deeply entrenched global industries.Chapter 2:the theme of elon musk Book"Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future" by Ashlee Vance, published in 2015, is a comprehensive biography of the tech mogul Elon Musk, detailing his childhood, personal evolution, and professional dynamics while discussing the development and impact of his major businesses—Tesla, SpaceX, and SolarCity. Key Plot Points:1. Early Life and Inspiration: The biography starts with Musk's early years in Pretoria, South Africa, detailing a tough childhood, an avid interest in reading, and early signs of extraordinary creativity and tenacity.2. Migration to North America: Musk's journey continues from South Africa to Canada and finally to the United States, driven by his dreams to make significant changes in technology and humanity's future.3. Zip2 and PayPal: Vance explores Musk's entry into the tech world with Zip2 and later PayPal, outlining how these experiences helped shape Musk's attitude towards business and his relentless pursuit of success.4. SpaceX: One of the central themes is Musk's founding of SpaceX with the dream of making space travel affordable and his ultimate goal of colonizing Mars. The trials and failures leading to successful rockets like the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, and Dragon spacecraft are crucial plot points.5. Tesla Motors: Musk's involvement with Tesla Motors, its struggles during the financial crisis of 2008, and its revolutionary impact on the automotive industry by focusing on electric cars form another critical plot point.6. SolarCity and Renewable Energy: Vance discusses Musk's vision of a sustainable energy economy, illustrated by his investment

Paris Marx is joined by Ed Niedermeyer to discuss Tesla's stagnation as an electric vehicle manufacturer and what that could mean for its future as competitors cut into their market share.Ed Niedermeyer is the author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors and co-host of the Autonocast.Tech Won't Save Us offers a critical perspective on tech, its worldview, and wider society with the goal of inspiring people to demand better tech and a better world. Support the show on Patreon.The podcast is made in partnership with The Nation. Production is by Eric Wickham. Transcripts are by Brigitte Pawliw-Fry.Also mentioned in this episode:Paris wrote about the problems facing Tesla, written before Musk began the mass layoffs.Ed wrote at the end of last year about the lies that underpinned Tesla's story being exposed.The Cybertruck is facing significant manufacturing issues in Austin, and recently they all had to be recalled for issues with the accelerator pedal, which caused the company to reveal that only 3,878 vehicles had been delivered to customers.Tesla is laying off a large number of staff, including the Supercharger and new vehicle teams.Elon Musk is doing mass layoffs to reestablish his power over the company, but it's destabilizing the actual business.Reuters reported that Musk cancelled plans for a low-cost car in favor of robotaxis.Automakers were warning they couldn't phase out Chinese minerals from the battery supply chain by 2025. After recording, the Biden administration announced some rules would be delayed until 2027.BYD has been looking to build a factory in Mexico.Support the Show.

On this week's episode of Tech Won't Save Us, Paris Marx is joined by Ed Niedermeyer to discuss Tesla's stagnation as an electric vehicle manufacturer and what that could mean for its future as competitors cut into their market share. Ed Niedermeyer is the author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors, and is the co-host of the Autonocast, a podcast on the future of transportation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Elon Musk's gigantic, stainless steel, 1980s sci fi movie–inspired Cybertruck is starting to show up on city streets. Perhaps you've had the misfortune of seeing one rolling through your neighborhood. If not, you've almost certainly seen some of the vehicle's many truly epic fails on the Internet. The Cybertruck might not work very well, but it still appears to be wildly popular. More than two million people have deposited $250 to get in line for the opportunity to buy one. Journalist Ed Niedermeyer is the author of “Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors.” In this episode, Ed joins us to analyze the Cybertruck as a cultural text and also just to revel in its overwhelming absurdity. What is the Cybertruck? And what does its apparent popularity say about who we are and where we are headed collectively? This is the Cybertruck launch event we've all been waiting for.  This episode was sponsored by Sheyd Bags and Cleverhood.  *** Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive access to ad-free versions of all our episodes, exclusive bonus content and stickers. *** LINKS: Buy Edward Niedermeyer's book, Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors from your friendly neighborhood bookshop. You can follow Ed Niedermeyer on Bluesky and Threads. The Cybertruck fails are being collected and shared on r/CyberStuck on Reddit. This week's big one? Cybertruck accelerator pedals are falling off. This, by journalist Victoria Scott is a good read: A Cultural Critique of the Tesla Cybertruck in Road & Track. If the audio clips in this episode weren't enough, you can watch Elon Musk's bizarre performance at the New York Times DealBook Summit. Buy t-shirts, stickers, hats and more in The War on Cars merch store. Find us on Bluesky, Mastodon, Instagram, Facebook and Threads. Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps people find us! This episode was recorded by Josh Wilcox at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio. It was edited by Yessenia Moreno. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. TheWarOnCars.org  

In this episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by britishvoiceover.co.uk, Philip Chryssikos joins Sam and Mark to talk about how context changes a character read completely, how e-learning can be peppy, informative, quirky or even all three and one fun fact is a Sweet Little Mystery.Our VO question this week is all about whether formal acting training is necessary to become a voice actor.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1But five years later, I met my fourth wife, had a slow and steady courtship, the longest I've ever had, and I married her a year later. She used to pull out the chair for me and let me go through doors first – she thought she was some sort of Regency ladykiller! And we were very happy. Until six years later, when she suddenly announced that she was utterly disgusted by my signature carbonara and in fact, had always been utterly disgusted by it!It turned out the carbonara wasn't the only issue.Script 2Italiano is a restaurant chain in transition.Company management has decided to effectively embed process- oriented management.Marcella is Head of Corporate Development at Italiano. She is now going to investigate what is required for process-oriented management and begins by looking at the status quo.She discovers that there is no uniform modelling of processes at Italiano – sometimes using PowerPoint, sometimes a modelling tool.**Listen to all of our podcasts here - you can also watch on YouTube, or say to your smart speaker "Play How Do You Say That?!"About our guest: Philip Chryssikos is an award-winning broadcaster, journalist, news reader and voiceover artist with more than 25 years' experience spanning BBC, commercial and online outlets.Philip's voice is trusted by blue chip names such as BASF, Daimler, Harley-Davidson, Tesla Motors and Virgin Atlantic.As an in-vision presenter Philip regularly hosts international corporate presentations for leading research and insight company Kantar Group and WPP, a British multi-national advertising and public relations company.Philip is also a music presenter on Smooth Radio across the UK. He's also been a newscaster on Classic FM, Gold, Heart, LBC, LBC News and Radio X. Philip's Website @PChryssikos on Twitter Philip on YouTube @philip_chryssikos on Instagram Philip's Facebook page Listen to Philip on Smooth Radio early mornings at the weekend here Resources:

Born and raised on Maui, Kaimalu Stanich is a proud holder of a Masters in Landscape Architecture as well as a bachelors in Environmental Design. Kaimalu is a founding member and was president (2021) of the Student Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. With a passion for indigenous flora and sustainable practices, Kaimalu can be found experimenting with new landscaping techniques and cutting-edge organic solutions. Raised in Honolulu, Christian is a graduate of Punahou School, the Richardson School of Law, and the Shidler College of Business where he graduated with a Juris Doctorate and a Masters in Business Administration. Christian has brought his knowledge of the electrical movement from his time working at Tesla Motors to help advance Lē'ahi Landscaping in the areas of automation and electrification. Christian is an avid waterman and can be found surfing poorly all around the island of Oahu.

India has a sizeable Middle-class population, and it is growing. Shahi Vyas, cofounder of SNEV, discusses his plans to build electric vehicles for a niche market—the super-rich in India. He also explores the prospect of retrofitting conventional cars into electric vehicles, emphasising the use of Tesla Motors in these conversions. Shashi explains the alternative storage technologies to lithium batteries and sodium batteries and the new world of supercapacitors.  Shashi is excited about the future choices of personal mobility and greener energy future.  Please join in to find more. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie Twitter @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie  

Whenever there is a newly updated Porsche to talk about, we celebrate, and that is certainly the case this week. The legendary German brand has ripped the wrapping paper off the heavily revamped 2024 Porsche Panamera sedan, and we'll have the important details. The third generation of the sporty luxury sedan emphasizes width both in its exterior shape and its even broader digital offering. (You see what we did there?) In the 2024 Panamera, Porsche is attempting to bridge the gap between comfort and sportiness. To further that valiant effort the carmaker is offering the most recent version of Porsche Active Ride suspension. The new Panamera will also offer improved E-Performance with more power and greater range. Tech heads will appreciate the car's enhanced roster of innovative driver assistance systems. We'll have more details. Also in the news, Elon Musk and Tesla Motors are under fire again after a Florida judge ruled that Musk knew the company's Autopilot system had defects but did nothing to stop the system from being used unsafely. And speaking of self-driving cars, the drama continues at General Motors as the company tries to re-boot its troubled Cruise self-driving effort. We'll give you the details and our take coming up. In our road tests this week, Co-Host Chris Teague will tell us what it is like to tool around Maine in the 2024 Genesis Electrified GV70. The slick, luxurious battery-powered EV is a North American Utility Vehicle of the Year finalist, and we'll discuss its chances of taking home the crown. Also, in the road test segment, Host Jack Nerad will be road-testing the 2023 Volvo V60 Cross Country B5 AWD Ultimate. For those of us who remember the terrific Volvo station wagons of the past, this provides a strong dose of nostalgia. Part of Nerad's test included a Thanksgiving weekend trip to his in-laws. How did that go? We'll have all the details for you. This week our special guest is Andrew Moir, a key member of the design team responsible for the all-new 2024 Hyundai Kona crossover SUV. Jack Nerad had the chance to talk with him at a recent event about the challenges of redesigning a very successful vehicle. We think you'll appreciate what he has to say, so stay tuned for that later in the show. America on the Road is brought to you by Driving Today.com, Mercury Insurance, YourTestDriver.com, and EMLandsea.com , the publisher of Nerad's latest book, Dance in the Dark, which is available HERE on Amazon.com

En este último episodio, contamos con un invitado estelar como John McNeill, former CEO de Tesla Motors. Queremos presentarles un enfoque sobre cómo alguien como él impulsaría el crecimiento de una empresa o negocio. Además, exploraremos cómo ustedes pueden aprovechar sus equipos, empresas o industrias en las que estén involucrados para impulsar un crecimiento significativo y entregar un nuevo potencial verdaderamente innovador y disruptivo.

Meghan welcomes New York Congressman George Santos into the studio for a very personal in-depth interview. He opens up about his marriage and how he met his husband, whether they want to have children, and how they've handled their lives changing so drastically. Meghan also gets the details about *that* drag pic and the real story about his life when he was young, wild, and free. You don't want to miss this wide ranging conversation about everything you've ever wanted to know about the most fascinating Congressman... ever! Disclaimer: As mentioned in the announcement of this podcast, the goal is to offer a safe environment for people of all backgrounds. While we may not agree with everything they say here or have done, we believe they should have the opportunity to share their side of the story. Plenty of reputable reporters and publications have interviewed controversial elected officials, even those with charges against them. We plan to do the same so we as listeners and critical thinkers have the chance to make our own choices on how to view them.

Welcome to episode 37 of our Get Real podcast, our guest today is Joost de Vries, CEO of DeLorean. Joost is an automotive industry pioneer with 35+ years of experience and has held esteemed positions at Mack Trucks and Tesla Motors, including VP of Sales Administration and first VP of Worldwide Service. Joost also founded Dramis International, specializing in 80-ton off-road mining trucks. Globally recognized as Karma Automotive's resurrector, he built the brand from the ground up before joining DeLorean. 

Jame Gross interviews Edward Niedermeyer, the author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. Nathan Robinson has suggested that there is "probably no greater expert on the career of Elon Musk and the development of Tesla [than Niedermeyer]." His insights regarding Tesla Autopilot in particular have been cited repeatedly. Chapters: 00:00 - 03:54 CPUC ruling on paid operations on L4 AVs in San Francisco 03:55 - 07:29 Will L4 AVs lead to much less traffic violence? 07:30 - 09:09 Teslas are not L4 AVs 09:10 - 21:03 Are urbanists are wrong about L4 AVs? 21:04 - 27:56 The L4 AV tech is very real and should push automakers to do more 27:57 - 35:50 Demos of different vision technology, regulation and safety marketing 35:51 - 38:10 AV technology is how we get out of car monopoly hell In August 2023, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) approved permits for Cruise and Waymo to charge fares for passenger service in San Francisco. The CPUC agreement for AVs to operate in San Francisco includes a number of safety and operational requirements that the companies must meet. These requirements include: The AVs must be equipped with a variety of sensors and cameras to detect and avoid obstacles. The AVs must be able to operate in a variety of weather conditions. The AVs must have a safety driver on board who can take control of the vehicle if necessary. The AVs must be operated in a safe and responsible manner. The approval of the CPUC agreement is a major milestone for the development and deployment of AVs in San Francisco. It is the first time that AVs have been allowed to operate without a safety driver on board in a major U.S. city. The agreement is expected to help to accelerate the development and commercialization of AVs, and it could lead to the widespread deployment of AVs in San Francisco and other cities in the future.

Ralph welcomes Sherry Turkle, Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology at MIT and an expert on culture and therapy, mobile technology, social networking, and sociable robotics to talk about our addictions to screens and how to break out of them. Plus, our resident constitutional scholar, Bruce Fein, opens the program with everything you need to know about the latest Trump indictment.Bruce Fein is a Constitutional scholar and an expert on international law.  Mr. Fein was Associate Deputy Attorney General under Ronald Reagan and he is the author of Constitutional Peril: The Life and Death Struggle for Our Constitution and Democracy, and American Empire: Before the Fall.I think it's important for the audience to recognize that 100% of the incriminating evidence was supplied by Trump appointees or supporters. No Democrat made a cameo appearance. There was no incriminating evidence from any opponent of Donald Trump. It's all his own people. And therefore, when you think about the indictment, the idea that it's a witch hunt by Trump's political enemies is facially lunatic.Bruce FeinThese expressions by Trump were not good-faith belief that there may have been a few blunders someplace or other. And [they demonstrate] that the whole goal was to defraud the American people out of the right to have a peaceful transition of power based upon a free and fair count of the electoral votes.Bruce FeinSherry Turkle is Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the founding director of the MIT Initiative on Technology and Self. Professor Turkle is a sociologist, a licensed clinical psychologist, and she is an expert on culture and therapy, mobile technology, social networking, and sociable robotics. She is the author of several books, including Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age, Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other, and The Empathy Diaries: A Memoir.That's really what you're fighting— this ethos that says, “When technology makes a problem, technology will solve that problem. In a friction-free manner. It will not involve changing capitalism, changing the structures of power, or saying that science and engineering need to be dethroned as the moral and cultural arbiters for the society we live in.” So, I think that the resistance movement has to come from politics and really has to come from political organization.Sherry Turkle[If I were king in this domain,] you absolutely have legislation that treats generative AI as though it were nuclear energy. In other words, do not say, “Well, there's kind of an analogy. Maybe there's an analogy because it's very powerful.” But to really say, “This is going to disrupt us, it's a national security threat, and it's certainly a threat to our elections…” So, it can wreak havoc— unless you're extremely vigilant and the thing is controlled— with every aspect of our democracy.Sherry TurkleThere's always a big-time gap between the damage of new technology and accountability catching up with it, or public awareness.Ralph NaderHi everybody, Steve Skrovan here. This is halfway between a shameless plug and some useful information. As some of you may know, I have my own Substack page called Bits & Pieces. It's mainly funny stories and essays. I wanted to alert you specifically to the last piece I wrote concerning the Writers' Guild Strike. It's funny but also packed with a lot of information for those of you who are interested. Some of you may think writers and actors striking is not a big deal, but our strike is emblematic of what is going on across many industries where the corporations are trying to turn us all into gig workers. On the RNRH, we have talked a lot about AI for instance, especially on the program you just heard. The writers and the actors have a chance to be the first entities to address regulating AI in a meaningful way. We are on the cutting edge of what people are calling the Hot Labor Summer. So, check it out at steveskrovan.substack.com. That's s-t-e-v-e-s-k-r-o-v-a-n dot substack dot com. We'll link to it on the RNRH page also. Feel free to subscribe. It's free! Thanks.In Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantis1. Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Bobby Scott announced that they have introduced a new bill to raise the minimum wage. To account for the rising cost of living, this new bill would raise the wage not to $15 per hour, but $17. Sanders and Scott note that “If the minimum wage had increased with productivity over the last 50 years, it would be $23 an hour today. If it had increased at the same rate that Wall Street…bonuses have increased, it would be more than $42 an hour.”2. USA Today reports that the Houston Independent School District in Texas has decided to “eliminate 28 school libraries,” and use at least some of those spaces as “discipline centers.”  This article further notes that “The Houston Independent School District is the largest district in Texas and serves more than 189,000 students at its 274 campuses…[and that] The once- independent district was recently taken over by the Texas Education Agency.”3. The Intercept reports that, amid the strikes roiling Hollywood, Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has introduced the Food Secure Strikers Act of 2023. This bill would “repeal a restriction on striking workers receiving SNAP benefits, protect food stamp eligibility for public-sector workers fired for striking, and clarify that any income-eligible household can receive SNAP benefits even if a member of that household is on strike.” This bill would provide a crucial lifeline to striking workers, particularly as the Hollywood bosses have made clear that they are willing to see workers lose their homes before coming back to the negotiating table.4. A new report in Reuters alleges that employees at Elon Musk's Tesla Motors “had been instructed to thwart any customers complaining about poor driving range from bringing their vehicles in for service.” The company even went so far as to create a “Diversion Team” with orders to “cancel as many range-related [service] appointments as possible,” in order to stifle consumer complaints that the automobiles range on a single charge was far below advertised. According to the report “some employees celebrated canceling service appointments by putting their phones on mute and striking a metal xylophone, triggering applause from coworkers who sometimes stood on desks.”5. Bloomberg reports that the Abraham Accords –  Trump's middle east peace plan which rested on inducing Arab states to recognize Israel by offering them money, weapons, or whatever else they desired – seem to be coming apart at the seams. The numbers are stark. While the agreements never enjoyed majority support in any Arab state, support has declined considerably – from 47% initially in the UAE, to just 27%, from 45% to 20% in Bahrain, and 40% to 20% in Saudi Arabia. This last drop is most significant, as the underlying purpose of the agreements were to align Israel and Saudi Arabia against Iran. The Saudis now plan to extract further concessions from the United States.6. Listeners may recall a story from North Carolina about Tricia Cotham, a Democratic state legislator from a safe blue seat who switched parties, giving Republicans a super-majority in the state House – and cast the deciding vote to override the Democratic Governor's veto and impose a 12-week abortion ban. Now, a New York Times report sheds light on why she made the switch: “Lacey Williams, a former advocacy director at the Charlotte-based Latin American Coalition who considered Ms. Cotham a friend for years, said Ms. Cotham “felt she did not get the gratitude or spotlight that she felt she deserved,” and added, “she was jealous that other Democrats were getting…adulation from the party.” This report also suggests that she was working hand-in-glove with Republican leadership prior to her election, suggesting that perhaps this was her plan all along.7. In Julian Assange's native Australia, political officials are calling on the U.S. to drop their efforts to extradite the publisher to the United States to stand trial under the espionage act. These officials include Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Democracy Now! reports that US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has rejected this demand, claiming that the WikiLeaks disclosures “risked very serious harm to our national security, to the benefit of our adversaries, and put named human sources at grave risk.” Australian lawmaker Andrew Wilkie,  co-chair of the Bring Julian Assange Home Parliamentary Group, called this “patent nonsense,” and told The Guardian, “Mr. Blinken would be well aware of the inquiries in both the U.S. and Australia which found that the relevant WikiLeaks disclosures did not result in harm to anyone.”8. Finally, former President Donald Trump has been indicted for the third time, this time on four counts related to trying to overturn the 2020 election. Yet, what is most striking about this indictment is that Trump is being charged under the Enforcement Act of 1870, originally intended to prevent Ku Klux Klan terror to deprive Black voters of their 13th, 14th and 15th amendment rights. Section 241 of this law deems criminal any attempt to “conspire to injure, oppress, threaten, or intimidate any person” exercising a right protected by the Constitution or federal law,” per the Washington Post. Charging Trump under the Klan act may seem a bit on the nose, but hey, if the hood fits. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Tesla sold a vision of how electric vehicles would work: just like gas-powered cars, but cleaner, better. But as a scandal about misrepresented battery life and driving range unfolds, and the price of their cars remains high, it increasingly looks like the transition will be anything but seamless—if it happens at all.  Guest: Edward Niedermeyer, author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. You can check out Reuters reporting on Tesla's range scandal here.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next TBD. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla sold a vision of how electric vehicles would work: just like gas-powered cars, but cleaner, better. But as a scandal about misrepresented battery life and driving range unfolds, and the price of their cars remains high, it increasingly looks like the transition will be anything but seamless—if it happens at all.  Guest: Edward Niedermeyer, author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. You can check out Reuters reporting on Tesla's range scandal here.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next TBD. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla sold a vision of how electric vehicles would work: just like gas-powered cars, but cleaner, better. But as a scandal about misrepresented battery life and driving range unfolds, and the price of their cars remains high, it increasingly looks like the transition will be anything but seamless—if it happens at all.  Guest: Edward Niedermeyer, author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. You can check out Reuters reporting on Tesla's range scandal here.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next TBD. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla sold a vision of how electric vehicles would work: just like gas-powered cars, but cleaner, better. But as a scandal about misrepresented battery life and driving range unfolds, and the price of their cars remains high, it increasingly looks like the transition will be anything but seamless—if it happens at all.  Guest: Edward Niedermeyer, author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. You can check out Reuters reporting on Tesla's range scandal here.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next TBD. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla sold a vision of how electric vehicles would work: just like gas-powered cars, but cleaner, better. But as a scandal about misrepresented battery life and driving range unfolds, and the price of their cars remains high, it increasingly looks like the transition will be anything but seamless—if it happens at all.  Guest: Edward Niedermeyer, author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. You can check out Reuters reporting on Tesla's range scandal here.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next TBD. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla sold a vision of how electric vehicles would work: just like gas-powered cars, but cleaner, better. But as a scandal about misrepresented battery life and driving range unfolds, and the price of their cars remains high, it increasingly looks like the transition will be anything but seamless—if it happens at all.  Guest: Edward Niedermeyer, author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. You can check out Reuters reporting on Tesla's range scandal here.  If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next TBD. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Niedermeyer - Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla MotorsTesla has a chance to revolutionise driving and increase sustainability with their electric cars. But with the hype comes a lot of doubt. Ed Niedermeyer, Author of "Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors" tells Ed Opperman about the disconnect between the public perception of Tesla through clever marketing and media manipulation and the harsher realities of what's actually going on behind the scenes.Website Wikipedia, The Drive, Bloomberg, LinkedInPodcast Autonocast,Twitter Ed NiedermeyerBook Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla MotorsThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/1198501/advertisement

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin sits down with Ali Javidan, the CEO and Founder of Range Energy. Range Energy is taking a unique approach to electrifying fleets by focusing on electrifying the trailer rather than the truck itself. Ali Javidan has an extensive background in the automotive industry, starting with his experience in Motorsport and later joining Tesla Motors in its early days. With his deep knowledge of electric vehicles and robotics, Ali recognized the potential in electrifying trailers, leading him to found Range Energy. Be sure to tune in to hear all about how this innovative concept is decarbonizing logistics. Learn more about Resonant Link here. Utilize our 3PL fulfillment services for all of your logistical needs. Email Kevin directly at kevin@thenewwarehouse.com Follow us on LinkedIn here for more content.Support the show

Gene Berdichevsky is the Co-Founder & CEO of Sila. Key topics in this conversation include: The importance of a battery technology that can be integrated into existing gigafactories The promise of silicon anodes, and how Sila has overcome the typical challenges faced by this technology Sila's entry into automotive scale with Mercedes-Benz How Sila is thinking about scaling manufacturing How Gene and Sila have navigated a few “false finishes” over their 12-year history Links: ● Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/geneberdichevsky ● Company Website: https://www.silanano.com ● Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sila-nanotechnologies-inc-/ ● Company Twitter: https://twitter.com/SilaNanotech ● Gene's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/berdichevsky/ Gene's Bio: Gene Berdichevsky is the Co-Founder & CEO of Sila. Prior to co-founding Sila, Gene was the seventh employee at Tesla Motors where he served as Principal Engineer on the Roadster battery, leading the development of the world's first, safe, mass-produced, automotive lithium-ion battery system. Gene holds two degrees from Stanford University; an MS in Engineering with a focus on energy and materials, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He has co-authored over 45 patents and academic publications. Gene has been named to the Forbes 30 under 30 list, the MIT Technology Review 35 Under 35, and was a recipient of the Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans. About Sila: Founded in 2011, Sila is a next-generation battery materials company with the mission to power the world's transition to clean energy. Sila shipped the world's first commercially available silicon anode for lithium-ion batteries in 2021. Sila's materials drive battery performance enhancements in consumer electronics devices and will power electric vehicles starting with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class series. Committed to American leadership in clean energy production, Sila is scaling its technology at its manufacturing facility in Moses Lake, Washington. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/

Marc Tarpenning, along with Martin Eberhard, was the cofounder of Tesla Motors back in 2003. But before that, Tarpenning and Eberhard were also the cofounders of NuvoMedia, which produced one of the world's first ebook devices, the rocket eBook. So, for the first part of the episode, Mark recounts the story of NuvoMedia and then about 25 minutes in we begin the founding of Tesla, in my opinion, perhaps the most amazing startup story of the last 20 years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While the U.S. government pushed automakers to make low-emission vehicles in the 1990s, consumers loved their gas-guzzling trucks and SUVs. But in 2003, Elon Musk's Tesla Motors arrives with environmentally friendly, high-performance cars that people actually want.Motor City smirks as Musk pilots Tesla through crushing financial crises, spectacular quality control disasters and his own shocking public displays of bad behavior. But his pricey cars are catching on. Detroit is taking notice. Musk and Tesla are on a path of disruption that will change the industry and put EVs on the map.Binge all episodes early and ad-free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App https://wondery.app.link/businesswars.Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 2010, Tesla Motors has already experienced tremendous highs and devastating lows. Elon Musk is a polarizing figure whose goal is to change the way the traditional auto industry works. It's been a struggle, but Detroit is finally bowing to the Tesla vision, moving electric vehicles to the top of production slates. But now Motor City wants to control the EV market. The limited run Tesla Roadster brought attention and kudos. Now ,Musk is pinning his hopes on the new Model S. But he still needs some place to actually make the cars. If he can't score a factory, the car is just a cool concept. Things have to come together quickly – or Tesla is toast.Binge all episodes early and ad-free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App https://wondery.app.link/businesswars.Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode of Macrodosing, the entire crew is back to talk the CEO of Tesla Motors, Elon Musk. Hear everything from the start of his career to his most recent $44B purchase of Twitter. Also, PFT and Billy go nuts over planes. You don't want to miss the longest episode in Macrodosing history. Episode 60!

In 2010, Tesla Motors has already experienced tremendous highs and devastating lows. Elon Musk is a polarizing figure whose goal is to change the way the traditional auto industry works. It's been a struggle, but Detroit is finally bowing to the Tesla vision, moving electric vehicles to the top of production slates. But now Motor City wants to control the EV market. The limited run Tesla Roadster brought attention and kudos. Now ,Musk is pinning his hopes on the new Model S. But he still needs some place to actually make the cars. If he can't score a factory, the car is just a cool concept. Things have to come together quickly – or Tesla is toast.Listen to new episodes 1 week early and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/businesswarsPlease support us by supporting our sponsors!ZIPRECRUITER - Try it for free at ziprecruiter.com/BWSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While the U.S. government pushed automakers to make low-emission vehicles in the 1990s, consumers loved their gas-guzzling trucks and SUVs. But in 2003, Elon Musk's Tesla Motors arrives with environmentally friendly, high-performance cars that people actually want.Motor City smirks as Musk pilots Tesla through crushing financial crises, spectacular quality control disasters and his own shocking public displays of bad behavior. But his pricey cars are catching on. Detroit is taking notice. Musk and Tesla are on a path of disruption that will change the industry and put EVs on the map.Listen to new episodes 1 week early and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/businesswarsPlease support us by supporting our sponsors!Podium - Get started for free at Podium.com/bw. Or sign up for a paid Podium account and get a free credit card reader. Restrictions apply.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.