The chapter explores Walter Isaacson's process of trying to understand and develop empathy for Elon Musk, highlighting his ability to switch between different modes and personalities. It discusses both the admirable and infuriating aspects of Musk and delves into his impact on electric vehicles, space travel, and Twitter.
Two years ago, Walter Isaacson, the legendary biographer who has written books about Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, Benjamin Franklin, and Leonardo da Vinci, began shadowing Elon Musk. "I started off with a guy who was one of the most popular people on the planet," Isaacson says, "and ended up with a guy who's the most controversial." Today on the show, Isaacson unpacks those controversies.