Musk recommits to Tesla as profits tank. Can the company recover?

Apr. 24, 2025 Business & Economy

After reporting Tesla’s tanked first quarter profits, Elon Musk blames protests and vows to spend more time with the company. Will it be enough to turn things around?

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Credits

Guest:

Alan Ohnsman - senior editor at Forbes covering transportation and technology - @alanohnsman

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Stephen Gregory, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Robin Estrin, Jack Ross, Nihar Patel

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