Get ready for an intriguing exploration of ambition, innovation, and controversy on the penultimate episode of season 2 of "The Big Con" podcast. Join Emily and Dale as they scrutinise the colossal failure of Essential Products, the brainchild of Android inventor, Andy Rubin. Journey behind the scenes of a company that had Silicon Valley's attention but ultimately crumbled under the weight of its promises. Emily and Dale dissect the key factors contributing to the company's demise, from an overambitious leader to an unwanted product, and a damaging scandal that left lasting shockwaves in the tech world. Trace the trajectory of high expectations at Essential’s launch to the unsettling allegations against Rubin, the story of the Essential Phone's rise and fall is an absorbing case study in the rollercoaster ride of tech entrepreneurship. Tune in to glean invaluable insights for your business ventures and learn about the hosts' imminent hiatus and plans for Season 3. Don't miss this captivating penultimate episode! 📕Show Menu - https://bit.ly/bcpshowmenu The Big Con Podcast: Emily and Dale dive into the wild world of business blunders and figure out where things went wrong (or right, but mostly wrong) and use the benefit of hindsight and a healthy dose of schadenfreude to look at where there was an impact on either their profit, their brand, or something much more dire. The Big Con examines the stories of businesses that refused to invest in strategy and where we can learn from their mistakes.