Business Wars Flipping the Bird: Elon vs Twitter | Maximum Amazing | 1
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Jul 9, 2025 The podcast dives into the unexpected intersection of Elon Musk and Twitter during a critical transition. With Jack Dorsey stepping down, Musk’s acquisition sparks a mix of skepticism and intrigue among Twitter employees. The show also examines how Twitter thrived during the pandemic, yet faced challenges amid leadership changes and financial struggles. Musk's controversial stake in the platform and his unique approach to communication add layers to this unfolding saga. Tension mounts as discussions on free speech and content moderation take center stage.
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Secret Airbnb Board Meeting
- Brett Taylor and Parag Agrawal met Elon Musk at a rustic Airbnb to discuss Musk joining Twitter's board.
- This unusual setting was chosen for privacy amid Musk's stake buying ultimatum to the board.
Employee Reaction to Musk's Stake
- Jim Redmond learned of Musk's Twitter stake through Twitter itself and was initially uncertain about Musk's impact.
- He saw Musk neither as a hero nor a monster but as an interesting figure.
COVID Masked Twitter's Weaknesses
- Twitter's growth surged during COVID but papered over operational and profitability issues.
- Post-pandemic, growth slowed, layoffs loomed, and CEO Jack Dorsey appeared disengaged.