Stanford startup culture book sparks debate

A new book, "How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University," by Theo Baker, examines the intense startup culture at Stanford. The book details how venture capital is readily available to students, even before they have concrete ideas, and highlights the blurred lines between mentorship and exploitation. It suggests that the university has normalized students dropping out to pursue startups, often at the expense of personal relationships and traditional life milestones. The narrative draws parallels to "The Social Network," questioning whether such portrayals inspire ambition or serve as cautionary tales.