#206 Pt 2 – Hot Takes: Is Elon Musk Really That Bad? Buying Twitter & Creating X, SpaceX, Batteries & Billionaires With Matt of Bust Builders

This episode is the second part of the first in a new series “Hot Takes” where Mike & Matt discuss opinions that could be considered controversial and for the premiere episode, Elon Musk is the topic!

This week, in part 2, Matt goes into detail about Musk’s buying of Twitter (now X), including the purchase itself, the mass firings and his potential mindset. Matt then delves deeper into Musk’s businesses, including SpaceX and Musk’s “Australian battery”, as well as Musk’s “failures”. The conversation then finishes with Matt talking about his new business; Bust Builders!

Last week was part 1 where Matt first explains why he is interested in Elon Musk and why there is such controversy surrounding him. Matt then confirms Elon’s “credentials” and personal life, before delving into his work ethic and expectations of when working for Musk, his appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience and the Twitter/X buyout, his chosen lack of privacy and more.

Please note this conversation was recorded in early July, so anything of note since then would not have been considered!

Find Bust Builders on Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/bustbuilders – or on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/bustbuilders.co.uk

Check out episodes 202 & 203 for an introduction to Matt, his immigration from Australia to the UK, his 3-month-long hike in America and more!

Check out each episode of Mike’s weekly Ahsoka discussion shows – listen on the feed of Comics In Motion or watch the video version on YouTube; https://pod.fo/e/1ec253 & https://youtu.be/5FmaU6BFcvw  

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To support Mike, as well as rating/reviewing, you can share the show on social media or support financially! You can give a one-off payment/donation at ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/genuinechitchat  or you can subscribe monthly at ⁠⁠https://Patreon.com/GenuineChitChat ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- either option will give you access to the exclusive “Afterthoughts” episodes. Patreons get access to weekly episodes plus every past episode (even when paying £1 a month) while Ko-fi tippers will be able to choose some episodes, depending on how much they give – any and all support of this nature is hugely appreciated!

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The last full episode of GCC was a Patreon special about Mike & Megan’s time in Somerset. The last standard episode was ep 205, where Mike spoke with Nada Maktari; poster illustrator, cosplayer and architecture student! In detail, Nada & Mike discuss how Nada met Temuera Morrison, before delving into the variety of movie posters Nada has made. Nada then talks about why she started studying architecture at university and what studying architecture actually entails, how that impacted her poster creation and more. Towards the end, Mike & Nada talk about Nada’s cosplay and how & why she started cosplaying, plus going to filmed locations and more!

MORE FREE CONTENT:

5 episodes of Mike, Maff & Dave’s show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, so listen to their thoughts on seasons 1, 2, 3 & 4 and a bonus prediction/wrap-up episode, all found on any podcast app and on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/1defffhttps://youtu.be/BrZrvENUlTM

Mike spoke with Thomas Rochester of Reckless Rebellion to talk about the 3 Thrawn book trilogies: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/1df29c⁠

Mike also appeared on Star Wars Timeline to talk about Ahsoka, as part of the #RoadToAhsoka: https://youtu.be/-qo3tVHyC1U 

Mike was the judge on a recent Comics On Trial where Tony Farina & Scott Weatherly each give their stance on whether or not Indiana Jones & The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull deserves to be held in the same regard as the original trilogy, listen or watch here: https://pod.fo/e/187e09https://youtu.be/8bPSFoOJ4yc

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-136 are out now; 136 is the final Dark Horse High Republic Phase 2 comics while 135 is the last of the Phase 2 High Republic Marvel comics and in ep 134 Mike tackles the one-shot: Quest Of The Jedi! Previous episodes include the Hidden Empire crossovers, every canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion     

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#206 Pt 1 – Hot Takes: Is Elon Musk That Bad? His “Credentials”, Twitter, X, Vector Images & His Work Ethic With Matt of Bust Builders

This episode is the first in a new series “Hot Takes” where Mike & Matt discuss opinions that could be considered controversial and for the premiere episode, Elon Musk is the topic!

In more detail, Matt first explains why he is interested in Elon Musk and why there is such controversy surrounding him. Matt then confirms Elon’s “credentials” and personal life, before delving into his work ethic and expectations of when working for Musk, his appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience and the Twitter/X buyout, his chosen lack of privacy and more.

In part 2, Matt goes into detail about Musk’s buying of Twitter (now X), including the purchase itself, the mass firings and his potential mindset. Matt then delves deeper into Musk’s businesses, including SpaceX and Musk’s “Australian battery”, as well as Musk’s “failures”. The conversation then finishes with Matt talking about his new business; Bust Builders!

Please note this conversation was recorded in early July, so anything of note since then would not have been considered!

Find Bust Builders on Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/bustbuilders – or on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/bustbuilders.co.uk

Check out episodes 202 & 203 for an introduction to Matt, his immigration from Australia to the UK, his 3-month-long hike in America and more!

Be sure to check out the first two episodes in Mike’s weekly discussion show for the new Star Wars series; Ahsoka – listen on the feed of Comics In Motion or watch the video version on YouTube; https://pod.fo/e/1e8f75 & https://youtu.be/62k2DEV3uxs   

If you want FREE BONUS CONTENT, please screenshot your reviews & ratings of the show and send them to Mike via social media or email and he’ll send you an episode of Afterthoughts of your choosing!

To support Mike, as well as rating/reviewing, you can share the show on social media or support financially! You can give a one-off payment/donation at ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/genuinechitchat or you can subscribe monthly at ⁠⁠https://Patreon.com/GenuineChitChat ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- either option will give you access to the exclusive “Afterthoughts” episodes. Patreons get access to weekly episodes plus every past episode (even when paying £1 a month) while Ko-fi tippers will be able to choose some episodes, depending on how much they give – any and all support of this nature is hugely appreciated!

Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: https://pccnewsletter.com  

The last episode of GCC was a Patreon special about Mike & Megan’s time in Somerset. The last standard episode was ep 205, where Mike spoke with Nada Maktari; poster illustrator, cosplayer and architecture student! In detail, Nada & Mike discuss how Nada met Temuera Morrison, before delving into the variety of movie posters Nada has made. Nada then talks about why she started studying architecture at university and what studying architecture actually entails, how that impacted her poster creation and more. Towards the end, Mike & Nada talk about Nada’s cosplay and how & why she started cosplaying, plus going to filmed locations and more!

MORE FREE CONTENT:

5 episodes of Mike, Maff & Dave’s show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, so listen to their thoughts on seasons 1, 2, 3 & 4 and a bonus prediction/wrap-up episode, all found on any podcast app and on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/1defffhttps://youtu.be/BrZrvENUlTM

Mike spoke with Thomas Rochester of Reckless Rebellion to talk about the 3 Thrawn book trilogies: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/1df29c⁠

Mike also appeared on Star Wars Timeline to talk about Ahsoka, as part of the #RoadToAhsoka: https://youtu.be/-qo3tVHyC1U 

Mike was the judge on a recent Comics On Trial where Tony Farina & Scott Weatherly each give their stance on whether or not Indiana Jones & The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull deserves to be held in the same regard as the original trilogy, listen or watch here: https://pod.fo/e/187e09https://youtu.be/8bPSFoOJ4yc

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0- 135 are out now; 135 is the second volume of Phase 2 High Republic comics, in ep 134 Mike tackles the one-shot: Quest Of The Jedi, then in 133 Mike delved into the Nameless Terror Dark Horse comics! Previous episodes include the Hidden Empire crossovers, every canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion   

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#203 – A 3 Month Hike In The USA: The Pacific Crest Trail, Food Packing & Bust Builders With Matt

For ep 203, it’s another in-person conversation with Matt but this time they talk about Matt’s time hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, his new business and more!

This week is technically the second part of their conversation – Mike & Matt’s discussion on Australia continues with food; how Australia has adopted food culture from both the UK & the USA and some snacks. The conversation then delves into Matt’s 3 month long hike in America with his friend Cody; Matt talks food, packing, sores, washing, hitchhiking and more. Towards the end, Matt talks about his new business Bust Builders, where he makes & sells concrete busts of controversial figures!

Last week (ep 202), Matt explains how and why he moved away from Australia, including the difficulties with immigration and living with his partner & her mum during the COVID lockdown. They then discuss the variance in dialects between Australia & the UK and the other differences in culture including hobbies, money, property and the education system, including history. The duo also discuss Australia’s relationship with the British Monarchy, spiders & snakes, and more!

Find Bust Builders on Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/bustbuilders – or on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/bustbuilders.co.uk

If you want FREE BONUS CONTENT, please screenshot your reviews & ratings of the show and send them to Mike via social media or email and he’ll send you an episode of Afterthoughts of your choosing!

To support Mike, as well as rating/reviewing, you can share the show on social media or support financially You can give a one-off payment/donation at ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/genuinechitchat  or you can subscribe monthly at ⁠⁠https://Patreon.com/GenuineChitChat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – either option will give you access to the exclusive “Afterthoughts” episodes. Patreons get access to weekly episodes plus every past episode (even when paying £1 a month) while Ko-fi tippers will be able to choose some episodes, depending on how much they give – any and all support of this nature is hugely appreciated!

Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Dan, Mike & Ria’s many releases: https://pccnewsletter.com    

The last episode without Matt was ep 201, where M&M spoke with Jenna to talk about her experience with breast cancer and how video games helped her get through it! Jenna delves into her cancer story; the diagnosis process, the treatment itself and what was going on in the world when this happened. Jenna explains what radio & chemo therapy feels like, the results of the treatment and her life following, including how video games helped her through the post-cancer isolation during the COVID lockdowns.

MORE FREE CONTENT:

2 episodes of Mike, Maff & Dave’s show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, so listen to their thoughts on seasons 1 & 2 (as we get nearer to the Ahsoka series for the #RoadToAhsoka) on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/186b55https://youtu.be/Kk99oyK06ho  

Mike also appeared on Star Wars Timeline to talk about Ahsoka, as part of the #RoadToAhsoka: https://youtu.be/-qo3tVHyC1U  

Mike was the judge on a recent Comics On Trial where Tony Farina & Scott Weatherly each give their stance on whether or not Indiana Jones & The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull deserves to be held in the same regard as the original trilogy, listen or watch here: https://pod.fo/e/187e09https://youtu.be/8bPSFoOJ4yc

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-133 are out now; in 133 Mike delved into the Nameless Terror Dark horse comics, the week prior was a review of Quest For Planet X and the week before that 132 featured volume 1 of Phase 2’s High Republic comics featuring Maz Kanata & Sav Malagán! Previous episodes include the Hidden Empire crossovers, every canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion   

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