Review: “Elon’s Spies” Tortoise Media

Fiction podcasts are my speciality, but every now and then I’m asked to review something outside my usual genre that fully grabs my attention. This week, that podcast is “Elon’s Spies” an investigative journalism podcast by Tortoise Media.

“Elon’s Spies” uncovers the extreme lengths Elon Musk goes to, using his vast wealth to spy on others and shield his reputation for professional and personal gain. It details how he hires investigators to unearth damaging information on those who seek to expose or discredit him, brought to light by Reporter Alexi Mostrous.

Through watchdog journalism we enter the shadowy world of Elon Musk’s private investigators, revealing the narcissistic tendencies of a man who refuses to hear “no” or be slighted. Musk, widely known as one of the wealthiest individuals on the planet, and a staunch opponent of remote work, is at the centre of a three-part podcast that delves into the darker side of his influence.

In just three episodes, this podcast pulls you into a surreal Wild West world of mercenary investigators, ready to do anything for a paycheck. These investigative firms operate so far from their “financiers” that no connection can be traced. Remember, at the heart of this chaos are real people – innocent individuals, like the British cave diver Vernon Unsworth during the Tham Luang cave rescue wrongfully labelled a “paedo guy” by Musk, still grappling with the fallout from those harmful accusations.

IMO, even before listening, the Tesla boss always looks like he’s one step away from the complete Bond villain, brilliant, yet exudes serious rooftop sniper vibes. And it’s not just the smugness that he’s got the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow – you always knew something was going on behind that acentric facade.
In summary, this week’s podcast is insanely gripping, as the listener peers behind a curtain filled with accusations and whistleblower revelations. It’s a stark reminder that money, power, and influence can buy almost anything – even lies.

Podcast enthusiasts can binge the highly anticipated “Elon Spies” from Tortoise Media starting 8th October, or find it wherever you usually score your podcast fix.

Scores – “Elon’s Spies” 9.5/10

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Cheers, Kev.

Previous reviews

• Review: “Bunker 8” The Midnight Mystery
• Review: “The Lucan Obsession” BBC SOUNDS
• Review: “Elon’s Spies” Tortoise Media
• Review: “Dirt an Audio Drama” season 4
• Review: “Curious Matter – The Exile”

Credits

Reporter: Alexi Mostrous
Producer: Gary Marshall
Original Music & Sound Design: Tom Kinsella
Podcast artwork: Jon Hill
Executive producer: Ceri Thomas