Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber
Overview
This anthology series delves into pivotal moments that have reshaped the business landscape and influenced culture. The inaugural season focuses on Uber, a groundbreaking yet controversial force in Silicon Valley. It examines the rise of this tech giant, highlighting both its remarkable success and the tumultuous events that surrounded its ascent, ultimately revealing the complexities of innovation and ambition in the modern era.
Episodes
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1
Grow or Die
Travis Kalanick, the CEO of UberCab, is determined to secure a crucial partnership with influential venture capitalist Bill Gurley. However, financia...
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2
X to the X
Uber's engineers create innovative solutions to navigate their legal challenges as they aim to conquer their most formidable opponent yet: New York C...
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3
War
Gurley assigns a hesitant Travis and Emil to embark on a fundraising tour, but Travis has a different agenda for this financial round. As Lyft starts...
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4
Boober
Tensions rise in the boardroom as executives debate strategies to manage the rapidly expanding company. Simultaneously, the Uber team participates in...
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5
The Charm Offensive
Travis faces a critical trial at Apple HQ, where the future of Uber hangs in the balance. He outlines the company's tactics for combating fraud in Ch...
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6
Delete Uber
A sudden challenge shakes Travis’s self-assurance, prompting him and his team to seek answers. As his usual supporters abandon him, Travis turns to...
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7
Same Last Name
Gurley and his associates confront Travis with a life-altering ultimatum that threatens the future of the company. In response, Travis scours the city...
