Conversations with Peter Boghossian Automation Will COMPLETELY DISRUPT the World w/ Farzad Mesbahi
Oct 18, 2025
Farzad Mesbahi, a technology commentator and Tesla expert, navigates the future of automation in this enlightening discussion. He dives into how robo-taxis will transform urban design and transport economics, positing that Tesla's advantage in data and manufacturing will disrupt ride-hailing giants like Uber. Farzad also forecasts rapid advancements in robotics for repetitive tasks, raising concerns about mass unemployment and the need for policymakers to adapt. With a focus on energy challenges and societal implications, this conversation offers a hopeful yet cautionary look at tomorrow.
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Cities Will Be Rebuilt For Autonomy
- Self-driving vehicles will force cities to be redesigned and optimized for autonomous mobility.
- Urban layouts, parking needs, and transit flows will change dramatically as robo-taxis scale.
Live Robo-Taxi Ride In Austin
- Peter and Farzad hail a Tesla robo-taxi in Austin and experience the app booking flow firsthand.
- The ride showed a 14-minute arrival with a safety rider present because the fleet is still in beta.
Robo-Taxis Threaten Ride-Hail Giants
- Tesla's robo-taxi could undercut Uber by offering cheaper, safer, and consistent rides at scale.
- If Tesla controls the fleet and network, incumbent ride-hail firms face near-zero survival odds.