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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 78: FIRST drive on Tesla FSD 12.5 is fantastic!

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(Austin, Texas)

Pod 78 on 𝕏 is dedicated to the widespread rollout of Tesla FSD v12.5.

FSd 12.5 is a new widely released version of Tesla autonomy that costs $99/month for a subscription, making it so touching the steering is OPTIONAL and not required for driving. Watch me explain more about this in the video.

This is a day for the history books.

Truly, up to now, we have never been closer to solving real-world AI. Watch the video and you will see how amazing it is to use Tesla 12.5.

Click on the link to view the video on X.

This will affect all humanity in a very positive way.

The SAFETY factor for folks using Tesla autonomy is increased.

The chances of having an accident are significantly reduced!

Thanks to Elon Musk we are at an amazing crossroads in AI and safety!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 75: FSD relaxing drive at night under the stars.

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(Austin) Join me for a very relaxing ride in a Model Y where FSD (full self driving) is used the whole trip so we can just decompress from a long day. We can talk, look out at the scenery, etc.

This truly is the essence of maximizing the overall happiness of the general population of people. Elon Musk has talked about his overarching goal. Put simply (very simply), Elon really does want the whole of humanity to be happier.

I hope this podcast will portray to you, the viewer, the happiness I want to share.

When the Tesla saw a woman with her pet, it slowed and stopped for her as demonstrated in this video.

BONUS TREAT: The above short video was given a rare and exclusive LIKE from Elon Musk. I hope you will like it as much as he did!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 74: The Prez talks about driving Cybertruck across the USA.

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(Austin, Texas) When Joseph Jefferson received an exclusive invite to the Tesla 2024 Sharholder’s meeting, he knew he would drive his Cybertruck across the USA to the big event at Gigafacotry Texas in Austin.

He is a light packer, bringing only the essentials: a great attitude, and a big smile. He is an approachable man who goes by “The PREZ,” as he’s the leader of a Tesla Club known as TOSJV. San Joaquin Valley is the home of the famous Tesla Megapack Factory in Lathrop.

Joseph has a broad knowledge of all things Tesla. He has a wild sense of humor and a lot of natural charisma. In this video, Podcast 74, you’ll get to know him a little better. Enjoy the podcast!

SIDENOTE: Elon Musk gave an exclusive like to this iconic post (below). Elon approved, Prez approved, we are looking good!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 73: John Stringer of TOSV

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(Austin, Texas) There are times when you are exhausted, and it’s easy to procrastinate and put things off. This is not John Stringer. Despite jet lag and exhaustion, he had the energy to take a red-eye flight to Austin, Texas for the Tesla Shareholder Meeting 2024 at Giga Texas. If that was not enough, he also had the extra energy to join my Podcast for episode 73. We met with Joseph Jefferson and Tony Chung (as cameraman for me). Both John and Joseph also volunteer as Presidents of local Tesla Clubs in California. John is the president of Tesla Owners Silicon Valley (Joseph founded Tesla Owners San Joaquin Valley).

In this video, we meet exclusively with John and talk about Elon Musk’s Tesla compensation package. We also tested FSD around the busy Austin Airport area during the conversation and the software is exceptionally smooth, this is what enables me to be so relaxed while conducting a short podcast simultaneously while being responsible for the car. Enjoy Podcast Episode 73.

In upcoming episodes we will meet Tony Chung and Joseph Jefferson.

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 72: Four Amazing Interviews at Starbase, Texas!

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Sit back and relax with this podcast episode. It has four amazing interviews in it.

First we will talk with the man behind the giant Elon Musk mural which is a massive meme in tribute to Elon’s ability to make humble jokes even about himself. Known as ElonRWA on X, and hailing from France, we will talk with the creator and get the inside story.

Second, you will meet a rocket expert named Grandpa Joe from Baton Rogue. As we stand right at the base of Starship, we discuss Elon Musk and trust me, the vibe is OUT OF THIS WORLD!

Third, meet a really sincere young man who owns a Cybertruck (now for rent) and a property rental startup where every place you stay can give you a view of the rocket factory at Starbase, Texas. You’ll love Starbnb.

Jessica Tetreau talks about SpaceX in Texas

Saving the BEST for last, we will hear the amazing Jessica Tetreau talk about the early days of SpaceX. This is truly a great woman who cares deeply about the people of Brownsville.

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 71: Julia Love and Starship Launch

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(Texas) You can go to many places in your Tesla, but it’s rare to go to a Starship Launch. Julia Love and I made a plan. We planned to let my blue Saphire Tesla Model Y (using FSD) take us to see the fourth launch. We also planned to car-camp.

We were in for a super memorable time down at Starbase, Texas.

Come along with us on this drive as we approach the launchpad, you’ll also feel the sheer wonder of getting so close to a big f*cking rocket factory! We’ll experience the launch together!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 70: FSD in the French Quarter

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(New Orleans) Always an exciting, dynamic, pulsating vibe: that’s the New Orleans French Quarter. No other place on earth like it. But can Tesla FSD work there? This podcast demonstrates, for the first time, the power of FSD crossing Bourbon Street!

What a lovely place to try the autonomous software at! Join Johnna Crider and enjoy the ride today!

Saphire loves the French Quarter

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 69: FSD to an Alligator Swamp Tour

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When you plan to visit Louisiana, make time for a boat tour of the large bayou where the alligators dwell. There are over 2 million alligators in the state. In this podcast, Tesla FSD takes us from Baton Rouge to McGee’s Swamp Tours! This way, I could relax, plan, talk and generally enjoy my holiday!

As a special treat, Johnna Crider is a guest on this podcast and she also shares her wisdom at about 4 minutes into the podcast! Enjoy!

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 67: Across Austin on Tesla v12

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Austin, Texas

Imagine merely supervising your car while it literally takes you where you tell it to go. This is the Tesla life.

In this very short (maybe the shortest podcast of all) podcast we head to a store called Sea of Beads. We’ll enter a freeway and exit, all on full self driving. Tesla makes the safest cars in the world.

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Gail’s Tesla Podcast on 𝕏 Episode No. 64: FSD (Supervised) to the Zilker Park Botanical Gardens

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Welcome to a great podcast where we let the Tesla computer on FSD V12 drive us through some of the prettiest areas of East Austin. We will glide dreamily down Lakeshore Drive and Riverside Drive.

In a moment of technological magic, FSD sees two sweet people waiting, and waiting, to cross the street. No one stops. Then (you guessed it) our Tesla Model Y sees them and it stops for them.

Not to be outdone, V12 then proceeds to the lovely Zilker Park Botanical Gardens. I will take you on an abridged walk around the grounds and for fun, we will try out a “fitness dragon.”

Try Out A Fitness Dragon

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