Bad Bets
The Wall Street JournalBad 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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 16 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | NewsBusiness | ||||
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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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I really enjoyed the two seasons. I actually looked up nikola and Milton before I listened the last two episodes. I almost didn’t finish the series knowing that there were no consequences to him or his wealth. And that the whistleblowers didn’t get paid out. But I think it’s important to keep in mind not him but the people that worked to bring him down.
Apple Podcasts5Trader Jenny
United States2 months ago - I enjoy every second of it.
This is a great work. I'll look forward to next episod, next senerio something worth to lesen and learn.
Apple Podcasts5pourashaUnited States3 months ago - Wow, amazing research!!!
This podcast was incredible, great great great work!!!
Apple Podcasts5VvzequeenUnited Statesa year ago - Great Pod
Loved the first two seasons. Really hope there’s an addendum season to Trevor Milton and a 3rd season.
Apple Podcasts5Phlo$United Statesa year ago - My Fav Podcast
Loved the first 2 seasons. I keep checking back for a 3rd! Please do it.
Apple Podcasts5WacoTown1234United Statesa year ago
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