The Mysterious Disappearance of Rudolph Diesel

In this podcast episode, the host introduces his upcoming nonfiction book about Rudolph Diesel, the inventor of the diesel engine. The book focuses on the mysterious disappearance of Diesel in 1913 while traveling on a ferry, sparking speculations of whether it was an accident, suicide, or murder. The episode discusses the potential suspects behind his disappearance, including Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and John Rockefeller, both threatened by the diesel engine's impact on naval power and the oil industry respectively. The book promises to provide a captivating insight into Diesel's life, solve the mystery of his disappearance, and shed light on the fascinating history surrounding this influential figure of the 20th century.