Obsessed, United, and Not Giving Up: FOA’s Road Forward

In this super-sized, powerful, and deeply human episode of the Ocean Currents Podcast, Andrew Bock and Bill Spohn sit down with Cristian Fleming, president of the Fisker Owners Association (FOA), for a wide-ranging and insightful discussion. Cristian shares the origin story of the FOA, driven by a mix of injustice, obsession, and a desire to help a community left stranded after Fisker's collapse. He describes his background as a systems designer, how his hyperfocus became a superpower in this situation, and how he helped lead an improbable movement to take ownership, both figuratively and literally, of a struggling electric vehicle (EV) brand.

Cristian delves into the complexity of managing recalls, cloud-based software, community-sourced repairs, and the unique legal structures behind the FOA, Tsunami, Tidal Wave, and Undercurrent. He emphasizes transparency, shared responsibility, and the critical role of the community, not just in fixing cars but in supporting one another through a turbulent and uncharted journey. The episode also touches on the sometimes psychological toll of the situation, with poignant reflections on personal relationships and the need for regulation around EV software ownership.

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