If Books Could Kill Elon Musk Part 2
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Dec 18, 2025 In this follow-up discussion, the hosts dive into Elon Musk's dramatic mini-submarine stunt during the Thai cave rescue and the consequential legal drama with Vernon Unsworth. They explore Musk's erratic tweets about Tesla going private, his strained public image following the Joe Rogan incident, and his controversial COVID remarks. The conversation touches on Musk’s political pivot, his motives for acquiring Twitter, and the ensuing chaos of verification changes. They critique his governance style and offer a humorous look at his most awkward public moments.
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Savior Complex Over Expertise
- The Thai cave episode exposed Elon Musk's savior complex and impulsive technological fixes.
- His submarine idea was unnecessary and showed poor problem understanding.
Pedo Guy Defamation Fallout
- Elon publicly called cave rescuer Vernon Unsworth "pedo guy" and wagered a signed dollar on it.
- Unsworth sued for defamation and the episode damaged Musk's image.
When Jokes Meet Securities Law
- Musk's $420 "funding secured" tweet blurred truth and risked securities fraud.
- The SEC settlement forced him to accept restrictions he initially rejected.