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Summary: Stanford’s star reporter takes on Silicon Valley’s ‘money-soaked’ startup culture Crunch

1. Theo Baker, a Stanford University senior, has gained fame for his investigative journalism, particularly uncovering research misconduct that led to the resignation of Stanford's president and winning the prestigious George Polk Award as a freshman.

2. His upcoming book, "How to Rule the World," set for release on May 19, promises an exposé on how venture capitalists exploit Stanford students by offering slush funds, shell companies, yacht parties, and funding before they have business ideas, in search of the next trillion-dollar founder.

3. Baker's career choice, focusing on accountability journalism despite the struggles faced by traditional journalism programs, represents a unique and possibly renewed interest in investigative reporting. His book is expected to attract college students and cause waves in Silicon Valley.
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Stanford senior Theo Baker, renowned for investigative journalism exposing research misconduct, is releasing a book "How to Rule the World" on May 19. The book alleges exploitation of Stanford students by venture capitalists through slush funds, shell companies, and yacht parties in search of the
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URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/11/stanfords-star-reporter-takes-on-silicon-valleys-money-soaked-startup-culture/#summary

Date: Dec. 12, 2025

Notes: 2025-12-12

Created: 2025/12/12 19:42

Updated: 2025/12/13 09:53

Last Read: 2025/12/13 09:53