

Walter Isaacson: Shadowing Elon Musk
Oct 17, 2023
Biographer Walter Isaacson shares his experience shadowing Elon Musk for two years, discussing Musk's addiction to risk, determination to reach Mars in his lifetime, micromanaging tendencies, attention to detail, and the metaphorical meaning behind a failed rocket launch. The podcast raises important questions about human nature and features advertisements from the Kavli Foundation and Starbucks.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Elon Musk's Addiction to Risk
02:26 • 13min
Elon Musk's Determination to Reach Mars in His Lifetime
15:17 • 2min
Micromanaging and Secrets to Success
17:12 • 2min
Elon Musk's Intimate Knowledge and Attention to Detail
18:49 • 18min
The Failed Rocket Launch and the Hope of Starship
36:44 • 5min
Conclusion, Sponsor Thank You, and Season 23 Preview
41:55 • 2min
Tips for Improving Memory, Wine Advertisement, Bud Light Advertisement, and Ford Trucks Advertisement
44:13 • 2min