Tesla
Mentioned in 726 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major electric vehicle manufacturer and central component of Elon Musk's corporate portfolio, discussed across podcasts for its autonomous driving technology development, humanoid robot (Optimus) production competing with Chinese manufacturers, and manufacturing process innovations. Recent podcast mentions highlight significant business transitions, including a reported 46% profit decline, discontinuation of Model S and X vehicles, and a strategic pivot toward autonomy and AI infrastructure investment ($20B CapEx increase). The company is frequently referenced in discussions of Musk's broader corporate consolidation strategy and competitive positioning in AI-driven robotics.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
This Week in Startups · Jun 1, 2026
This Startup Fused Human Brain Cells with Silicon Chips | E2295
“Electric vehicle company cited as example of successful hardware-software integration”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · May 29, 2026
Pope vs AI, Anthropic's Digital God, AI Job Loss Narrative Flips, Open Source Crackdown Coming?
“Elon Musk mentioned for rewriting training infrastructure in C for efficiency gains”
This Week in Startups · May 29, 2026
How to Raise a Seed Round in 2026: Ask Jason | E2294
“Referenced for Roadster pricing strategy and early adopter premium pricing model”
Letters from an American · May 22, 2026
Blocking the Slush Fund
“Trump sold at least $220 million in Tesla stock while making policy decisions affecting the company's value”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 21, 2026
5/21/26: Iran Stuns Trump With Red Line, Trump Indicts Cuba's Castro, Bezos Speaks Against Taxes
“Referenced as example of company that no longer wants EV tax credits because it's too large to need them”
Prof G Markets · May 21, 2026
SpaceX Just Filed to IPO — The Numbers Are Ugly
“Referenced as precedent for Elon Musk's tech stack rebuilding pattern; mentioned in context of XAI technology overhaul”
The Joe Rogan Experience · May 19, 2026
#2501 - Marc Andreessen
“Elon Musk's company developing self-driving cars and Optimus robots; canceling Model S/X to prioritize robot production”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 19, 2026
5/19/26: Trump $1.8 Billion Slush Fund For Allies, Students Boo AI At Graduation, Kars4Kids Scandal Erupts
“Elon Musk's company; context of his AI development trajectory and business practices”
Pivot · May 19, 2026
Elon's Big Loss, Trump's Stock Trades, and OpenAI vs. Apple
“Example of Musk's concentrated control and recent loss of focus despite meme stock status maintaining share prices”
Pod Save America · May 19, 2026
The Bruised Hand in the Cookie Jar
“Included in Trump's high-volume trading activity in Q1 2026”
REAL AF with Andy Frisella · May 19, 2026
1028. Andy & DJ CTI: Trump Posts Wild Image Of Alien Arrest, Two Navy Jets Crash & 3 Teens Arrested For Random Shootings
“Mentioned in context of autonomous vehicle safety concerns and reckless driving behavior”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 18, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Trump’s Leverage Over Xi Jinping EXPLAINED
“Referenced through Elon Musk's satellite launches exceeding European combined capacity”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 18, 2026
5/18/26: Thomas Massie Rips Israel Lobby, US Preps Cuba War, Trump Pumps Stocks
“Trump made stock transactions in Tesla during Q1 2026”
The Daily · May 18, 2026
The Courtroom Showdown Between Elon Musk and Sam Altman
“Company Musk was running while funding OpenAI; proposed as potential home for OpenAI incubation”
Modern Wisdom · May 18, 2026
Birth Rate Debate: Why Is No One Having Kids? - #1099
“Referenced as example of Elon Musk's technology focus aligned with pronatalist long-term thinking”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · May 16, 2026
Ep 1348 | No Pay for Politicians During Shutdowns, Republicans to Gain Seats After Redistricting, and Advice to Go Debt-Free | Ron Simmons
“CEO Elon Musk included in Trump's China delegation despite past disagreements; demonstrates Trump's pragmatic approach”
Digital Social Hour · May 15, 2026
He Quit His Job With 3 Airbnbs... | Michael Elefante | DSH #1965
“Referenced as example of asset-backed borrowing strategy used by Elon Musk for wealth building without selling stock”
The Megyn Kelly Show · May 15, 2026
Colbert's Hissy Fit Farewell Tour, Xi's Ominous Comment, and Murdaugh's New Trial, with Glenn Greenwald | Ep. 1318
“Example of US firm dependent on China for production and labor costs”
Pivot · May 15, 2026
Trump’s China Summit, Inflation Shock, and Silicon Valley’s Midterm Money
“Elon Musk's company; relevant to his involvement in OpenAI founding and current litigation”
Prof G Markets · May 15, 2026
The AI Boom Is Headed For A Reckoning — ft. Aswath Damodaran
“Mentioned in context of Elon Musk's involvement in OpenAI lawsuit regarding nonprofit-to-for-profit conversion”
Galaxy Brain · May 15, 2026
Chris Hayes on Calibrating Your AI Anxiety
“Associated with Elon Musk's AI ventures and Grok model development”
Now You Know Podcasts · May 14, 2026
What Does Elon Get If There’s a Mars City?? | Tesla Time News 623
“Full Self-Driving accessibility features for disabled drivers; Elon Musk's involvement as CEO and SpaceX board member”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 14, 2026
5/14/26: Trump Glazes Xi At China Summit, Fox News Shocked By China Tech, China Plans Arms Sales To Iran
“Discussed as example of US design capability outsourced to Chinese manufacturing, with China now surpassing Tesla in EV technology and market dominance”
Macrodosing: Arian Foster and PFT Commenter · May 14, 2026
Elon Musk Vs. OpenAI (ft. Zac) | May 14, 2026
“Musk allegedly wanted to merge OpenAI with Tesla and take CEO role, which concerned OpenAI board”
Morning Brew Daily · May 14, 2026
Billionaires' Boys Trip to China with Trump & Americans Aren’t Talking to Their Neighbors Anymore
“CEO Elon Musk attended Trump's China trip as part of billionaire delegation for trade and geopolitical discussions”
Up First from NPR · May 14, 2026
Trump Meets With China's Xi, Asia's View Of Summit, Trump Targets Law Firms
“CEO Elon Musk traveled with Trump on Air Force One as part of corporate delegation to China summit”
Rich Habits Podcast · May 14, 2026
Q&A: $1.3M IRA, Aging Parents & SpaceX's IPO
“Referenced as example of volatile post-IPO stock performance and capital rotation dynamics”
Your Undivided Attention · May 14, 2026
Anthropic’s Mythos Has Changed Cybersecurity Forever. What Now?
“Used as example of modern digital infrastructure (autonomous vehicles) vulnerable to AI-discovered exploits”
Prof G Markets · May 14, 2026
AI Skeptic: This Business Makes No Sense
“CEO Elon Musk attended Trump's Beijing summit; gave up data center to Anthropic; subject to China trade negotiations”
All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · May 14, 2026
Intelligent Machines 870: Meet Me In Alaska
“Model Y first car to meet NHTSA autonomous vehicle safety benchmark; Elon Musk's competing interests in AI and vehicles”
The Tucker Carlson Show · May 14, 2026
DEBATE: Tucker vs Kevin O’Leary on the Dystopian AI Future Devouring American Energy and Jobs
“Mentioned as potential data center tenant; Elon Musk referenced in context of AI development competition”
TBPN · May 13, 2026
Trump-Xi Summit, Space Data Center Debate, Inflation Up | Diet TBPN
“Elon Musk attended Trump-Xi summit as business leader representative”
The Journal. · May 13, 2026
Trump and Xi to Meet at High-Stakes Summit
“CEO Elon Musk included in U.S. business delegation to summit, signaling tech sector priority in negotiations”
The Joe Rogan Experience · May 13, 2026
#2498 - Brendan Schaub
“Electric vehicle manufacturer; discussed Model S cancellation, tire wear issues, and autonomous features like kill switches”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 13, 2026
5/13/26: GOP Midterm Bloodbath, Trump's Oligarch Trip To China, Prof Pape On China Advancing Rapidly
“Elon Musk attending summit; company competing with Chinese EV manufacturers; discussed as potential licensing/technology partner”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 13, 2026
5/13/26: Trump Says He Doesn't Care About Americans Finances, Male Employment Craters, Israel Most Hated Country On Earth In New Poll
“Elon Musk traveling to China on Air Force One as part of Trump's trade negotiation delegation”
PBD Podcast · May 13, 2026
Trump-Xi Summit + Iran’s $10 Trillion Threat | PBD #798
“Elon Musk attending China summit; worth ~$850B; represents US tech power in negotiations”
Spike's Car Radio · May 13, 2026
We Bought the Lowest Mileage Early Porsche 911 IN THE WORLD!
“Model Y mentioned as Uber vehicle and comparison point for EV design and Elon Musk criticism”
Morning Brew Daily · May 13, 2026
Inflation Hits 3-Year High & Harvard Cracks Down on A Grades
“Mentioned in OpenAI trial as company Elon Musk wanted to fold OpenAI into during early years.”
The a16z Show · May 13, 2026
Energy, Minerals, and the Physical Stack Behind AI
“Referenced as template for American industrial dynamism; both founders built Megapack, 4680 battery, and mineral supply chain there”
The Clark Howard Podcast · May 13, 2026
05.13.26 The True Cost Of 401(k) Loans / A New Era in Auto Sales
“Referenced as exemplar of direct-to-consumer vehicle sales with transparent pricing and streamlined 5-minute pickup process”
Better Offline · May 13, 2026
The Insanity of the Markets with Ben & Emil
“Subject of Cathie Wood's successful billion-dollar bet; now focus of speculative narratives about Optimus robots and cyber cabs”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 12, 2026
VDH: California’s Peak Dystopia, LA’s Mayoral Chaos, and New York’s Toxic Empathy
“Referenced as example of billionaire-created value through useful product; contrasted with progressive critique of wealth accumulation”
Pivot · May 12, 2026
Midterm Map Wars, AirPods Revamp, and Trump Phone Grift
“Will benefit from SpaceX's TeraFab chip manufacturing facility for AI applications”
Pod Save America · May 12, 2026
AOC vs. Bezos
“Elon Musk accompanying Trump to China summit as part of billionaire delegation”
The Determined Society with Shawn French · May 11, 2026
From Broke to Biohacked: Anthony & TereZa Lolli on Health, Wealth, and Rebuilding Everything
“Referenced for autonomous vehicle technology and future robot cooking capabilities integrated with health wearables”
The School of Greatness · May 11, 2026
Stop Living by Your Preferences and Start Living Your Vision | Brendon Burchard
“Referenced as example of company taking on complex problem (electric vehicles) that traditional competitors avoided”
TBPN · May 9, 2026
Apple-Intel Chip Deal, U.S Adds 115K Jobs, DeepSeek Eyes $50B Valuation | Diet TBPN
“Mentioned in context of Elon's chip sourcing strategy with Samsung for various Tesla chips”
This Week in Startups · May 9, 2026
5,000+ Tech Workers Laid Off This Week. It's Just The Beginning. | E2286
“Elon Musk company; host predicts will rocket to top Mag-7 position alongside SpaceX post-AI adoption”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · May 8, 2026
Elon's Anthropic Deal, The Next AI Monopoly?, "FDA for AI" Panic, Trading the AI Boom
“Elon's manufacturing company; data centers are essentially factories; power walls and battery deployment enable distributed compute infrastructure”