Category: Gail’s Tesla Podcast

Robert Scoble and Gail Alfar in Austin, Texas.

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 9 Part I and II

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How did Robert Scoble end up on Gail’s Tesla Podcast?

(Austin, Texas) What started as an idea turned into a reality when Gail contacted Robert Scoble the first time, he let her know his schedule while in Austin was fully booked and that, maybe, he’d be back in October and could come on the podcast then. But Gail is a realist and when things don’t quite make sense she has to press restart. She let Robert know she’d not only come to him, and pick him up, but that the time spent would probably be around 30 minutes max.

He said yes.

Meet Robert: Robert Scoble is a tech luminary and spatial computing visionary. With two influential books under his belt, Robert is known for his pioneering work in AI, AR, and robotics. As a former Microsoft technology evangelist and Fast Company video blogger, he's been at the forefront of tech innovation. Currently curating an AI-focused account on X and affiliated with @InfiniteRetina, Robert continues to shape the tech landscape.

How I do my Podcast

A lot of folks get confused when I invite them to my podcast. My podcast is (for now) in a car instead of a studio. Not only that, but during the time we are talking, the car is driving on Tesla’s FSD beta software!

My podcast with Robert Scoble is a treat, and it takes place in two enjoyable parts!

Part I with Robert Scoble in Austin

In this first part, experience Robert’s insight on Tesla autonomy as we go from a small neighborhood with intricate turns and obstacles to the heart of the UT Campus.

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Part II with Robert Scoble in Austin

In Part two, we continue along Ausitn’s charming streets on FSD beta, while I ask Robert to talk about some of his favorite artists in the realm of AI. He has great suggestions and is one of the most enthusiastic people I have ever met in the AI space!

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Robert Scoble and Gail Alfar in Austin, Texas.
Robert Scoble and Gail Alfar in Austin, Texas.

If you have not yet created an account on X, you might enjoy doing so. Gail would love to see you there! Find her at @GailAlfarATX on X. Find Robert on X at @Scobleizer

David loves to take his Tesla to the Mountains.
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Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on Earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 8 featuring: Austin Airport

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(Austin, Texas) Come along on this March day to the Austin, Texas airport on Tesla FSD beta version 11. We are starting at the congested Guadalupe Street at UT Austin. We’ll make turns, and enter the 35 Freeway, all while supervising the Model Y. This is a successful drive using the software and many people are using this software. Tesla’s fleet is over 1M cars.

Enjoy the drive and my spicey reactions!

Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on Earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

Tesla Model Y in Iceland. Image Courtesy Arash Malek/Scentwedge

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 7

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(Austin, Texas) Meet special guest, Minimal Duck aka Arash Malek. Arash is an artist at heart with an eye for clean, elegant, minimalistic design. When I first tried his scentwedge pine scented natural wood product (Mountain Forest) in my Model Y, I was instantly enchanted with the peaceful, non-overpowering scent. As a fine perfume customer and collector of Chanel, Dior, nYc, Burnt Hair by Singed and many more fragrances, I believe that to leave the house without wearing a scent, you are leaving the house partially undressed.

Likewise, you are driving your Tesla without the full benefit of an extraordinary scent if you pull out of the driveway without a scentwedge in your Tesla. I loved hearing Arash explain his business model during our podcast, all the while driving with me on FSD beta in Austin. Our conversation went beyond scentwedge.

We also talk about Austin jobs, Elon Musk, and the Tesla community. Hope you enjoy!

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Tesla Model 3. Image Courtesy Arash Malek/Scentwedge
Tesla Model 3. Image Courtesy Arash Malek/Scentwedge

Try Arash’s “Collective” He says, “Experience everything we have to offer and explore the scents you love. This kit is about a 3 month supply of Scentwedge. Includes a 2-week supply of every scent we have to offer. Scents Included are: Valencia, Grounded, Big Sur, Coastal Forest, Mountain Forest, and The Summit.”

Tesla Model Y in Iceland. Image Courtesy Arash Malek/Scentwedge
Tesla Model Y in Iceland. Image Courtesy Arash Malek/Scentwedge

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Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on Earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 6

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Let your Tesla take you to the Hair Salon | Enjoy this fun drive through Austin’s suburbs and I’ll share a few hacks with you! | Special sponsor is ATX Auto Finishes!

We’ll go to the Hair Salon together, followed by a short trip to see inside of ATX Auto Finishes! Our 10-minute video is just for you!

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Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on Earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 5

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Join Gail to go get groceries at HEB. We’ll drive through Austin’s streets together following the ice storm that hit Austin and most of Texas in February, 2023. Gail will show you some fun ways to relax while using FSD beta to get around town. Enjoy the podcast!

Join me on the X App for this video!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 4

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Ash Martian with Cybertruck
Ash Martian with Cybertruck

(Austin, Texas) In this episode, Guest Ash Martian, a Tesla investor, computer engineer, FSD beta tester, and friend, comes along to explain details about the importance of attentiveness while using FSD beta.

FSD on the Freeway at Night

Using FSD beta on freeway journeys means increased safety. Enjoy the Podcast with this special guest, who has a passion for going to Mars one day. Find Ash on the X app at https://x.com/1stMarsColonist

Gail’s 4th Podcast Episode. Welcome!

Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on Earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

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Photo by Spencer Davis on Unsplash
Photo by Spencer Davis on Unsplash

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 3

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(Austin, Texas) On this amazing drive, Gail shows you how smooth Tesla FSD beta runs in busy downtown East Austin. The car confidently slows as a person runs into the street. Gail also takes us through a high-crash intersection. This interesting thing about using FSD beta, as demonstrated in this episode, is that if the vehicle cannot (this may happen for many reasons) make a turn exactly where it should in order to reach a destination, then it will automatically correct itself. In this case, the car corrected itself by turning into a shopping center parking lot, moving through it, going back onto public streets, and then finding its way to the destination. This is how a human driving (who knew the area well) would do it. Unfortunately, as humans, we do not know every area of every city well. However, using FSD beta overcomes that obstacle. Enjoy the podcast!

Join Gail in her Model Y on the Podcast!

Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on Earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 2

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FSD beta works well on curvy roads.

In this episode, Gail explains how easy it is to engage FSD beta on very curvy roads in a suburban area. She shows how easy and accurate the innovative software is and demonstrates its safety. Enjoy the podcast.

FSD beta takes on some curvy roads in Austin.

Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla. All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

Gail’s Tesla Podcast Episode No. 1

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast #1 shows how you can start using Tesla FSD.

In 10 minutes, learn how to start FSD and go around corners and other hacks, including how to enjoy different colors for your Tesla on the vehicle’s screen!

Join me on the X App. for this first video!

We’ll go get burgers together! Our first 10 minute video for you!

Gail Alfar, author. Exclusive to What’s Up Tesla – All Rights Reserved. My goal as an author and podcaster is to support Tesla (the most American vehicle manufacturer) and Elon Musk in both making life better on earth for humans and becoming a space-fairing civilization.

Tesla Model Y 7 Seater
Tesla Model Y 7 Seater