Elon Musk’s mother, Maye Musk, is known for attending his business meetings, defending him on X, and delivering speeches about raising him, the world’s wealthiest individual. Recently, a program explored the life of Maye Musk, a model, influencer, and author, while examining her latest visit to China and her potentially significant impact on international politics.
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During the podcast, Michael Calore, Zoë Schiffer, and Lauren Goode engaged in a dialogue concerning nicknames and names. Zoë Schiffer avoided sharing her nickname, fearing it might affect her credibility. Michael Calore shared that his parents addressed him as Michael, with rare instances of using his full name, Michael Seth. Lauren Goode mused on how Seth could also have been a suitable first name for Michael.
