Tesla to Mars - The Podcast

We’ve got a special guest for Episode 50 — Roel Smelt joins Demian & Florian for one of our most philosophical deep dives yet.From meditation retreats to building mobile-first startups, Roel brings a unique perspective on technology, business, and humanity — and how it all ties into Elon Musk’s mission.Could surrendering to AI actually make us more human? And what does Elon’s vision of preserving consciousness really mean for our future?In this episode:🧠 Philosophy & ConsciousnessSpace, time & why humans are more than what they createGood vs. evil, common ground & why connection mattersThe role of love and surrender in solving conflict🤖 AI & GrokopediaElon’s plan to build a “truth-seeking” AIWhy getting humans out of the loop might be necessaryHow proactive AI could guide us toward purpose & meaning🚗 Tesla & DisruptionPolarization and why Elon attracts so much hateWhy Tesla, SpaceX & Starlink will be studied 100 years from nowThe deeper meaning behind Elon buying $1B in Tesla stock👶 Being Human AgainFalling birth rates, mental health, and rediscovering purposeWhy AI should help us live according to biology — not just optimize profitThe future of work, free time, and human connection🎙️ Reflections & Big QuestionsCan AI become a moral coach or even lead countries?What does it mean to “surrender” to AI — and should we?Why stories, purpose, and consciousness still matter👉 Subscribe for weekly deep dives into Tesla, SpaceX, AI, and Elon’s world-changing ideas.

Kees is back from the U.S. and has just completed a full-blown FSD marathon. In this episode, he breaks down his 7-week road trip across America using Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software — from Cybertruck to Model Y, from Michigan to San Francisco. How good is FSD *really* in the wild? And why is V13 such a leap over V12?We also dive into Tesla’s Master Plan Part 4, the future of robotrucking as a billion-dollar industry, and the AI talent war — where Elon recruits top engineers without even offering bonuses. The big question: is 2025 already shaping up to be as epic as predicted?In episode 48 we cover:🧠 Real-world FSDKees drives 30,000 km hands-offFSD V12 vs V13 — what’s changed?Why FSD sometimes drives better than you🚛 Robotrucking & HyperscalingThe business case for autonomous truckingWhy Tesla Semis could cut costs by 10xGiga Texas, convoys & infrastructure megaplans⚡ Master Plan Part 4The roadmap to sustainable abundanceAI hardware, energy, and factory evolutionWhy Tesla isn’t a car company anymore👨‍💼 Elon as Recruiter-in-ChiefHow he attracts elite AI engineers — without bonusesWhat is MacroHard, and how will it replace Microsoft?👉 Subscribe for weekly deep dives into Tesla, SpaceX, AI, and Elon’s world-changing ideas.Chapters00:00 – Kees is back from 7 weeks in the U.S.01:00 – Why Kenny left the podcast02:20 – Cybertruck meetups & FSD events05:45 – First hands-on with FSD V13 in Cybertruck09:00 – Driving FSD feels like piloting a video game12:00 – FSD V12 vs V13: What’s the real difference?16:30 – Ryzen vs Intel hardware performance in Teslas19:00 – FSD is now better than human drivers (sometimes)21:45 – Map bugs, speed limit weirdness & unsafe edge cases25:30 – Tesla’s robotrucking vision & convoys28:50 – Slipstreaming, energy savings & pricing potential33:00 – Why Tesla only builds if it’s 10x better36:00 – Master Plan Part 4: Full breakdown40:00 – AI, energy, batteries & production at scale44:00 – CyberCab design sneak peeks & Easter eggs47:30 – Is 2025 already living up to the hype?52:00 – Elon’s unique approach to recruiting55:30 – The AI war: $150M offers vs mission-driven hires58:00 – MacroHard vs Microsoft1:01:00 – Tesla’s rise as a utilitarian mega-company1:05:00 – Media narratives & FSD perception battle1:09:00 – Demographics, robotics & birth rate collapse1:14:00 – Elon = Arne Slot? The football analogy1:18:00 – Musk, momentum & the power of agency

We’re back with the full crew and diving straight into the latest from Austin’s Robotaxi rollout, Tesla’s Grok integration, and Elon’s mysterious promise of the most epic demo ever. From geo-expansion strategy to XAI satellites, this episode is packed.In episode 46 we discuss:🚖 Tesla’s rapid Robotaxi geo-expansion in Austin (and why it beats Waymo)🗺️ Mapping, Geofencing & why it’s still needed for Level 5 FSD🤖 Grok integration inside Teslas – what it unlocks for users📡 XAI, Starlink & why SpaceX just invested in AI💬 Should Tesla invest in XAI too?🛰️ The crazy idea of launching XAI satellites⚡ Q2 earnings expectations and what could shift Tesla’s narrative🚀 Elon’s teased “most epic demo ever” – Roadster? VTOL? Or something wilder?Plus: Optimus updates, satellite loops, and a new bombshell teased for next week.🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into Tesla, SpaceX, XAI & the future of mobility.

Tesla’s RoboTaxi fleet is no longer a future fantasy — they’re on the streets of Austin, and we’ve got boots on the ground. While the rest of the crew is back in Europe, Kees takes us deep into the heart of the Robotaxi test zone. From Cybertrucks and stealth parking lots to conversations with Uber drivers and Tesla insiders — this episode is a live-action Tesla thriller.In this episode we cover:🚖 Kees’ full Robotaxi safari in Austin — sightings, stealth tactics & livestreams📱 Behind the scenes of Tesla’s secret test fleet: no license plates, no stickers🚘 Waymo vs Tesla: The real-life experience and the coming disruption📉 What Bloomberg’s cost analysis means for Waymo’s future🤖 Robotaxi app: Will it launch inside Tesla, X, or both?⚡ X, Grok, and the future of in-car AI integrations🌍 The rise of the “shepherd class”: how Tesla owners could earn $275K/year🌆 Giga Texas secrets, possible launch events, and Elon’s Cybertruck at Circuit of the AmericasKees is on fire in Austin — dodging security, hunting for new hardware, and spotting up to 60 RoboTaxis in 30 minutes. Is the quiet launch already happening?👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly episodes breaking down Tesla, SpaceX, tech, and everything Elon.

In this episode of Tesla to Mars, Kees, Florian, and Demian take you on a wild ride through the latest in Tesla and SpaceX news — from surprising European sales spikes to the jaw-dropping scale of SpaceX’s Mars colonization timeline and the Kardashev scale.🔋 Tesla Talk:🚗 Tesla’s surprising 213% year-over-year growth in Norway despite recent downtrends.🇪🇺 What does this mean for the European market recovery?🤖 Robotaxi trademark battles and hints at a July launch.📉 Model Y Berlin ramp-up & demand insights.🧵 X discussions, FSD updates, and the expanding presence of Optimus.🌌 SpaceX Deep Dive:🚀 Starship’s latest test: What went wrong and what’s next?🛸 1000 Starships/year by 2033 – is Elon serious?🏙️ Mars colony vision, launch window science, and the role of Optimus bots.📡 How Starlink, reusability, and refueling in orbit will enable interplanetary transport.🎯 Bigger Picture:📺 Nearly 50% of our audience now watches Tesla to Mars on TV — are you one of them?🧠 Reflections on legacy media vs. direct communication.🧬 Why Elon's long-term thinking is reshaping humanity’s future — from Mars to Neuralink.👽 PLUS:Neuralink update tease.Is legacy media ignoring the biggest human story ever?And… what skill would YOU download first via Neuralink?👉 COMMENT ‘television’ if you're watching on the big screen.👉 LIKE if you believe humanity belongs on Mars.👉 SUBSCRIBE for weekly episodes breaking down Tesla, SpaceX, tech, and everything Elon.

In this episode, we dive deep into the future of Tesla, AI, energy, and the emerging age of abundance. With our usual co-hosts away, Demian & Kenny bring a thought-provoking, guest-free discussion loaded with big insights on Elon Musk’s next compensation package, Tesla's robotics strategy, global energy infrastructure, and the societal implications of AI-driven humanoid robots.We touch on:Why Elon's pay package matters and how it might be structured.How Tesla is leading the AI and robotics revolution through Optimus and FSD.The macro impact of AI on energy demand and geopolitics.The role of major tech leaders like Satya Nadella, Jensen Huang, and ‪@Scobleizer‬ in shaping the upcoming decade.What humans will do in a world where robots do all the work.💬 What would YOU do in an age of abundance, when Optimus handles your chores? Drop a comment below!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly insights on tech, innovation, and the future.

Welcome to Episode 34 of Tesla to Mars!This is the first in our Robotaxi Countdown Series, where we dive deep into Tesla's upcoming autonomous future with special guest Cern Basher.We explore the economics of Tesla’s Robotaxi network, the role of fleet operators, the dawn of abundance, and how humanoid robots fit into the picture. Expect practical insights, mind-expanding theories, and a hint of what’s coming next from the Elon empire.🎙 Hosted by Florian, with Demian, Kees, Kenny & Cern Basher as a guest.🚖 Countdown to Robotaxi in Austin: T-minus 60 days...