Travis Kalanick's Right-Hand Man Tells the Story of the Coup that Brought Them Down (w/Emil Michael)

In this episode of the Dead Cat podcast, Eric Newcomer and Tom Dotan interview Emil Michael, former chief business officer at Uber, about his time at the company, the Uber files, and the company's current state. Emil discusses Uber's rapid growth, fundraising strategies, and expansion into China, as well as controversies, media coverage, and his relationship with Travis Kalanick. The conversation covers Uber's regulatory battles, treatment of drivers, and internal culture, with Emil defending some of Uber's aggressive tactics while acknowledging mistakes. He also critiques the current leadership and strategic decisions, expressing his continued interest as a shareholder and advisor to other companies.