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Bad Bets unravels big-business dramas that have had a big impact on our world. In Season 2, we delve into the story of Nikola founder Trevor Milton, who promised a future of zero-emission trucks but was taken down by a ragtag bunch of whistleblowers and short sellers. Season 2 is hosted by Ben Foldy.

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Trevor Milton assembled a high-powered legal team to defend himself against federal fraud charges. At the same time, whistleblowers and Nikola executives were ready to testify against him. In our season finale, we go inside Milton’s trial and speak t... more

As investors and General Motors bet on Trevor Milton’s vision, the short sellers at Hindenburg Research revealed that the company he founded, Nikola, wasn’t all that it seemed. The allegation that Nikola rolled its truck down a hill for a promotional... more

After it began trading in 2020, Nikola was a hot stock—and Trevor Milton was a newly minted billionaire. But in the background, people from Trevor’s past were finding each other and sharing their experiences. In this episode, we talk to the unlikely ... more

A jury has convicted Nikola founder Trevor Milton in his federal fraud trial. To better understand what led up to this moment, we hear from some of the engineers Nikola hired to help make Trevor’s idea of a zero-emissions semi truck a reality. In thi... more

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Wow, amazing research!!!

    This podcast was incredible, great great great work!!!

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    5
    Vvzequeen
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Pod

    Loved the first two seasons. Really hope there’s an addendum season to Trevor Milton and a 3rd season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phlo$
    United States8 months ago
  • My Fav Podcast

    Loved the first 2 seasons. I keep checking back for a 3rd! Please do it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WacoTown1234
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome

    Loved listening to these. Please do more soon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tnelly1
    United Statesa year ago
  • So well done!!

    Bravo - so well produced, excellent reporting and production !!

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    United Statesa year ago

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