theo baker podcast appearances and mentions

Theo Baker: Uncovering Power and Money at Stanford University

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 59:14

While just a freshman reporter at The Stanford Daily, Theo Baker reported on accusations about Stanford's president that culminated in his resignation. For his investigative reporting, he became the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious George Polk Award. Now, Baker comes to Commonwealth Club World Affairs to tell a story of money and power and excess for teenagers at Stanford—slush funds, shell companies, yacht parties. He arrived at Stanford impressed with the atmosphere—and the stratospheric level of academics. But he says he soon discovered a culture that embraced corner-cutting, access with few safeguards to catch bad behavior. He concluded that Stanford was less a school than a business and a training ground for Silicon Valley's global businesses; the school had an annual budget nearly twice that of Harvard or Yale and higher than those of 116 nations. And Baker says the Stanford students deemed the next trillion-dollar startup founders were the prime product; for them there were secret societies, “pre-idea” funding offers, and social calls from billionaires, all with the expectation that these young people would soon join the ruling elite. At the top of this operation was Stanford's president, and Baker will share how he learned about and pursued the story that would bring down the president of such an elite institution amid allegations of research misconduct. Join us to hear the entire gripping story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Universal Primary Care? / Theo Baker on Stanford / Berkeley Filmmaker's Latest

City Visions

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 51:47

A UCSF doctor's bold plan for universal primary care in CA; Theo Baker on his memoir about Stanford; Berkeley filmmaker Sara Dosa's "Time and Water."

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Theo Baker delves into power and corruption at Stanford in 'How to Rule the World'

NPR's Book of the Day

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 7:45

A few years ago, Theo Baker – then a student at Stanford University – joined the school newspaper and broke a story that forced the university president to resign. Marc Tessier-Lavigne, he uncovered, had overseen several labs in which researchers had falsified results. His new book How to Rule the World documents power and corruption at Stanford, colored by mansion parties, slush funds, and tech executives in competition to be the first to invest in young talent. In today's episode, Baker speaks with NPR's Steve Inskeep about his reporting.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

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The Secret Stanford Off-Campus Class for Tech's Next Titans - The Story

TechStuff

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 41:31 Transcription Available

Did your college have a secret society? Well, Stanford has a secret off-campus class training the next generation of Silicon Valley billionaires. And it's literally called "How to Rule the World." Theo Baker arrived at Stanford as an aspiring coder with dreams of building the future. Instead, he stumbled into the "Stanford-within-Stanford" — a hidden pipeline connecting a select few students directly to Silicon Valley CEOs, yacht parties, and venture capitalists offering millions before you even have an idea. Then he decided to write a book about it. In How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University, Theo traces his freshman year transformation from tech idealist to award-winning investigative journalist — including the reporting that brought down Stanford's own president. He joins us to talk power, secrecy, and what Silicon Valley is really teaching the next generation. Additional Reading: How to Rule the World by Theo Baker EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/techstuff Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Kid who Exposed Stanford's Fraud Pipeline

Scott Carney Investigates

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 51:22

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Something Rotten at Stanford

Death, Sex & Money

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 50:28

Theo Baker was seventeen when he enrolled at Stanford and stumbled into one of the biggest stories on campus: academic misconduct allegations against the university's president. His reporting eventually forced the president out. In this episode, Theo talks about breaking that story, navigating backlash from classmates and faculty, and what he's learned about the ways Silicon Valley's culture of ambition and power shapes college life.Theo's book is How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus.And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com.Need to set up your Slate Plus feed? If you subscribed through Slate.com, check out our FAQ at slate.com/podcastfaqs for easy instructions. Members subscribed via Apple Podcasts get automatic access—no setup required. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Death, Sex & Money - Something Rotten at Stanford

Slate Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 50:28

Theo Baker was seventeen when he enrolled at Stanford and stumbled into one of the biggest stories on campus: academic misconduct allegations against the university's president. His reporting eventually forced the president out. In this episode, Theo talks about breaking that story, navigating backlash from classmates and faculty, and what he's learned about the ways Silicon Valley's culture of ambition and power shapes college life.Theo's book is How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus.And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Death, Sex & Money - Something Rotten at Stanford

Slate Daily Feed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 50:28

Theo Baker was seventeen when he enrolled at Stanford and stumbled into one of the biggest stories on campus: academic misconduct allegations against the university's president. His reporting eventually forced the president out. In this episode, Theo talks about breaking that story, navigating backlash from classmates and faculty, and what he's learned about the ways Silicon Valley's culture of ambition and power shapes college life.Theo's book is How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus.And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Theo Baker Cracks Open Stanford's Faustian Bargain With Silicon Valley

On with Kara Swisher

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 57:24

Kara talks to Theo Baker, a Stanford University student journalist and the youngest-ever George Polk Award winner, about his new book, "How to Rule the World." In it, Baker unpacks his investigation into former Stanford president, Marc Tessier-Lavigne over research misconduct in labs he oversaw. He breaks down how the university reacted and what it says about power at Stanford and in the Valley Theo reveals the “Stanford inside Stanford” and the university's lucrative, no-boundaries relationship with Silicon Valley's tech entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. He and Kara discuss secret power networks, “builders” versus “wantapreneurs” and whether Stanford is a university or, as one professor put it, an “incubator with dorms.” Plus: Theo weighs in on the backlash against AI among young people. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Bluesky @onwithkaraswisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Stanford Pipeline That Turns College Students Into Silicon Valley Elites

KQED’s Forum

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 54:46

Theo Baker arrived at Stanford as an eager freshman planning to study computer science and maybe write occasionally for the student paper. But his reporting uncovered something much bigger, ultimately leading to the resignation of Stanford's president. In his new book, “How to Rule the World,” Baker argues the university functions less like a school and more like a pipeline to power, wealth and Silicon Valley influence. We'll talk with Baker about what the next generation of elites are really learning at Stanford. Guests: Theo Baker, investigative journalist and author, "How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Meeting Johnny Depp at 3am, Theo Baker's 47,000 Fan Nightmare & Are the Enhanced Games Actually Real?

Back Side

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 53:26

If you'd like to work with us, email the studio on workwithbackside@fellasstudios.comProduced by The Fellas Studios: https://fellasstudios.com/podcastsTheo: https://youtube.com/c/HiMalfoy https://youtube.com/c/TheoBakerVlogsOllie: https://youtube.com/c/reev https://youtube.com/c/OllieFletcherTom Garratt: https://www.youtube.com/@TomGarratt10Lewis: https://www.youtube.com/@lewisbowden1

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Meredith Shiner, Andrew Weissmann & Theo Baker

Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 78:15 Transcription Available

The New Republic’s Meredith Shiner stops by to talk about our ungovernable Congress not governing.MSNOW’s Andrew Weissmann joins us to discuss his new book, Liar’s Kingdom: How to Stop Trump’s Deceit and Save America.Plus, as a bonus, Theo Baker joins us to talk about his new book, How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Is Silicon Valley Corrupting Stanford?

The World Unpacked

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 57:25

Theo Baker is no ordinary college senior. His student newspaper articles brought down Stanford's president. Now he's written a book about the making of the young tech elite. How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University reveals the “Stanford within Stanford”—the unofficial pipeline linking Silicon Valley investors to top students. It's a pathway to power unlike any other, fueling the AI gold rush and remaking Stanford itself. Theo joins Jon Bateman on The World Unpacked to debate the deeper meaning of Stanford's tech ties. Is it a normal and necessary part of capitalism, or a devil's bargain corrupting education? And what does Stanford's story say about other civic institutions fighting for their souls as AI eats the world? Host: Follow Jon on X: https://x.com/JonKBateman Guest: Theo Baker: https://x.com/tab_delete

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'How to Rule the World' exposes Stanford's complex relationship with Silicon Valley power

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 8:53

While most college freshmen spend their first year shopping around courses and picking their majors, Theo Baker had a bit more on his plate. As a reporter for the Stanford Daily, he investigated research misconduct, leading to the resignation of President Marc Tessier-Lavigne. Baker sat down with Amna Nawaz to discuss his new book, "How to Rule the World." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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USAID cuts linked to violence, unexpected parallels between humans and bacteria, and how to rule the world

Science Magazine Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 41:21

First up on the podcast, Senior International Correspondent Richard Stone joins host Sarah Crespi to discuss the surprising commonalities between our immune systems and the tools bacteria use to defend themselves against viruses. These unexpected parallels have become rich ground for researchers investigating new molecular biology tools and model systems for immune research. Next on the show, Dominic Rohner, a professor of economics at the Geneva Graduate Institute and University of Lausanne, talks about the impact of cuts in international aid on violent conflict in Africa. His team harnessed the natural experiment of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) work stoppage ordered by the Trump administration in early 2025 to find links between the sudden withdrawal of high levels of aid to increases in conflict. See also Science's 2025 news series on the impact of USAID cuts on children. Finally, Valerie Thompson, Science's books and media editor, interviews undergraduate student and author Theo Baker. Baker wrote the book How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University, which covers the heavy involvement of Silicon Valley investors in Stanford University and his investigation of research misconduct by former Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne. See the full review here. This week's episode was produced with help from Podigy. About the Science Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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USAID cuts linked to violence, unexpected parallels between humans and bacteria, and how to rule the world

Science Signaling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 41:21

First up on the podcast, Senior International Correspondent Richard Stone joins host Sarah Crespi to discuss the surprising commonalities between our immune systems and the tools bacteria use to defend themselves against viruses. These unexpected parallels have become rich ground for researchers investigating new molecular biology tools and model systems for immune research. Next on the show, Dominic Rohner, a professor of economics at the Geneva Graduate Institute and University of Lausanne, talks about the impact of cuts in international aid on violent conflict in Africa. His team harnessed the natural experiment of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) work stoppage ordered by the Trump administration in early 2025 to find links between the sudden withdrawal of high levels of aid to increases in conflict. See also Science's 2025 news series on the impact of USAID cuts on children. Finally, Valerie Thompson, Science's books and media editor, interviews undergraduate student and author Theo Baker. Baker wrote the book How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University, which covers the heavy involvement of Silicon Valley investors in Stanford University and his investigation of research misconduct by former Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne. See the full review here. This week's episode was produced with help from Podigy. About the Science Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Theo Baker, "How to Rule the World"

Booknotes+

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 70:04

Theo Baker will graduate from Stanford University on June 14th, 2026. About one month prior, his first book, "How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University," is being published by Penguin Press. Praise for his book, gathered by Penguin Press, is plentiful. Author William D. Cohen writes: "[Theo Baker's] astounding reporting as a Stanford freshman led to the downfall of the university's president." Mr. Baker's parents are Susan Glasser of the New Yorker Magazine and Peter Baker of the New York Times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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BN+: Theo Baker, "How to Rule the World"

C-SPAN Bookshelf

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 70:04

Theo Baker will graduate from Stanford University on June 14th, 2026. About one month prior, his first book, "How to Rule the World: An Education in Power at Stanford University," is being published by Penguin Press. Praise for his book, gathered by Penguin Press, is plentiful. Author William D. Cohen writes: "[Theo Baker's] astounding reporting as a Stanford freshman led to the downfall of the university's president." Mr. Baker's parents are Susan Glasser of the New Yorker Magazine and Peter Baker of the New York Times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Don't Use Trolls As A Cop-Out with Zoe Tzanis

Good Game with Sarah Spain

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 41:31 Transcription Available

PhD candidate Zoe Tzanis joins Sarah to discuss their recent research on ESPN’s coverage of racial tension during the 2024 WNBA playoffs, why it’s important for traditional media to consider the impact of platforming social media content, and why trolls aren’t the ones creating public narratives. Plus, 40-and-counting, a super sweet 16, and stopping the skid. The updated NCAA softball bracket and schedule is here Read Zoe Tzanis’ research article on misogynoir in ESPN’s 2024 WNBA Playoffs coverage here Read Frankie de la Cretaz’s story for Xtra here, and their full interview with Zoe here Watch commencement speakers getting booed for talking AI here and here Read Stanford student Theo Baker’s opinion piece for the NY Times about how AI impacted his college class here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Why is Gen Z hates AI?

This Week in Startups

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 68:40

This Week In Startups is made possible by:Vanta - Vanta.com/TWISTSentry - Sentry.io/TWISTDeel - Deel.com/TWISTToday's show:AI is the villain of the 2026 commencement cycle, with business luminaries — including Eric Schmidt — booed for discussing or praising the technology. As students graduate into a job market forcibly reshaped by AI, increasingly negative public polling on the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on society is clearly not missing the mark.Jason and Alex then discussed The Information's reporting that Anthropic and OpenAI earn nearly 90% of all startup AI revenue, a Stanford student's viral essay regarding their time at the university in a post-ChatGPT world, Flock Safety's impressive (and worrying) web of cameras, and the upcoming Mark II AI bookmark. The episode closes with questions from our live audience!TWIST Links:Bounty website https://www.thisweekinstartups.com/bountySidebar bounty challenge https://www.notion.so/launch1/5K-Bounty-Create-Sidebar-App-for-Podcasts-34150ff313d280adbd8ed6204676513cAnnotated.com bounty challenge https://annotated.lovable.app/Timestamps:0:00 TWiST All-Stars summer lineup announcement2:43 Plaud: If your work depends on conversations — interviews, meetings, calls — you need a Plaud NotePin. You can check it out at https://Plaud.ai/twist and use code TWIST for 10% off!5:08 Eric Schmidt booed at University of Arizona commencement8:57 Why Gen Z feels "double-crossed" by AI leaders10:10 Deel - Founders scale faster on Deel. Set up payroll for any country in minutes, hire anyone anywhere, get visas handled fast, and get back to building. Visit https://deel.com/twist to learn more.15:22 Is this AI's Vietnam moment? The anti-war parallel18:04 Theo Baker's NYT essay on Stanford's AI cheating culture19:24 Sentry - New users can get $240 in free credits when they go to https://sentry.io/twist and use the code TWIST22:30 Why Jason says everyone should start a company28:59 Anthropic + OpenAI capture 89% of AI startup revenue30:17 Vanta: Get $1000 off your SOC 2 at https://www.vanta.com/twist31:57 Are token sales a duopoly? Negative gross margins debate35:17 Risk of building app-layer startups on top of foundation models38:22 Inside Tracker bounty update: AI sidebar + Annotated.com41:18 Mark II: the $159 AI bookmark Alex wants49:31 Flock Safety solves Austin shooting via Manor PD53:39 DeFlock map and the geography of surveillance in Texas1:03:42 Noti Gang: AI for filing patents1:05:45 Noti Gang: Running AI models locally on Mac StudiosSubscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.comCheck out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcpFollow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelmFollow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanisCheck out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarlandCheck out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanisFollow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.com

Why One Scandal Built YouTube, Lewis Helping The Police & ChrisMD's Theo Baker Tribute

Back Side

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 67:09

Produced by The Fellas Studios: https://fellasstudios.com/podcastsTheo:https://youtube.com/c/HiMalfoyhttps://youtube.com/c/TheoBakerVlogsOllie:https://youtube.com/c/reevhttps://youtube.com/c/OllieFletcherTom Garratt:https://www.youtube.com/@TomGarratt10Lewis:https://www.youtube.com/@lewisbowden1If you'd like to work with us, email the studio on workwithbackside@fellasstudios.comProduced by The Fellas Studios: https://fellasstudios.com/podcastsTheo:https://youtube.com/c/HiMalfoyhttps://youtube.com/c/TheoBakerVlogsOllie:https://youtube.com/c/reevhttps://youtube.com/c/OllieFletcherTom Garratt:https://www.youtube.com/@TomGarratt10Lewis Bowden:https://www.youtube.com/@lewisbowden1

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269. Theo Baker Reacts To AB Third Host, Getting His Bum Checked & Wins Award Over Famous Celeb…

The Fellas

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 90:07

Some might say he's the greatest podcaster of all time... Some may be absolutely sick of him at this point. We love him either way and he's BACK on the podcast with his extensive knowledge and wisdom...If you'd like to work with us, email the studio on workwithfellas@fellasstudios.comJoin Fellas Loaded: https://fellasloaded.com/explore/Get The Worlds Comfiest Hoodies - http://www.165thfloor.co.ukWatch The Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@thefellaspodclipsListen on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/xBCPUListen on Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/opIU0Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FellasPodcast Follow us on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thefellasinstaFollow us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefellaspod?lang=enCal: https://twitter.com/Calfreezy https://www.instagram.com/calfreezy/Chip: https://twitter.com/yungchip https://www.instagram.com/theburntchipAB: https://www.youtube.com/@ABvloggin https://www.instagram.com/alfiebuttle

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The Business of YouTube: Scaling & Strategy with Theo Baker & Ollie 'REEV' Fletcher | S3EP.05

Without Limits Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 105:13

This week on Without Limits, I sit down with two of the UK's most creative YouTubers, Theo Baker and Ollie “REEV” Fletcher. We dive into their journeys from Theo's early football content and Reev's pivot from university to building a full-time YouTube career and how they turned passion projects into a business with Pitch Side.We talk honestly about the highs and lows of creator life including burnout, delegation, and staying authentic while growing a channel. They share how they approach brand deals, scaling their content, and building long-term careers. We also touch on fitness, longevity, handling public scrutiny, and the support networks that keep them grounded.If you're curious about what it takes to succeed as a modern creator, how to balance content and business, or just want to hear a few stories from behind the camera, this conversation is packed with insight, strategy, and a lot of honesty.

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Theo Baker: Uncovering Power and Money at Stanford University

Universal Primary Care? / Theo Baker on Stanford / Berkeley Filmmaker's Latest

Theo Baker delves into power and corruption at Stanford in 'How to Rule the World'

The Secret Stanford Off-Campus Class for Tech's Next Titans - The Story

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Something Rotten at Stanford

Death, Sex & Money - Something Rotten at Stanford

Death, Sex & Money - Something Rotten at Stanford

Theo Baker Cracks Open Stanford's Faustian Bargain With Silicon Valley

The Stanford Pipeline That Turns College Students Into Silicon Valley Elites

Meeting Johnny Depp at 3am, Theo Baker's 47,000 Fan Nightmare & Are the Enhanced Games Actually Real?

Meredith Shiner, Andrew Weissmann & Theo Baker

Is Silicon Valley Corrupting Stanford?

'How to Rule the World' exposes Stanford's complex relationship with Silicon Valley power

USAID cuts linked to violence, unexpected parallels between humans and bacteria, and how to rule the world

USAID cuts linked to violence, unexpected parallels between humans and bacteria, and how to rule the world

Theo Baker, "How to Rule the World"

BN+: Theo Baker, "How to Rule the World"

Don't Use Trolls As A Cop-Out with Zoe Tzanis

Why is Gen Z hates AI?

Why One Scandal Built YouTube, Lewis Helping The Police & ChrisMD's Theo Baker Tribute

269. Theo Baker Reacts To AB Third Host, Getting His Bum Checked & Wins Award Over Famous Celeb…

The Business of YouTube: Scaling & Strategy with Theo Baker & Ollie 'REEV' Fletcher | S3EP.05

Goodbye...

S5 Ep58: HSTikkyTokky Ai Videos, 72 Hours with NO Food & The Inbetweeners RETURN!

S5 Ep57: HILARIOUS Fan Emails & Dilemmas Special, Naughty Messages & Terrible Advice

S5 Ep56: Moving to Australia, Doing Pilates & The Day of the Rapture

S5 Ep55: Laughing At The Wrong Moments, Movies That Changed Our Lives & Weller Reconnects With Family

S5 Ep54: How To Improve Your Life & Help Addiction With Neuroscientist TJ Power

S5 Ep53: Weller, Theo & Andy Go Back To School, CREEPY Teacher Stories & Joe's Done His ACL?!

S5 Ep51: Theo Baker's An IRON MAN & The Boys Address Wafflin' LEAKED Scandalous Pics

S5 Ep50: What's Next For Joe Weller?

S5 Ep49: Joe Weller Returns From Ayuaschsa Retreat & Questions Get Asked

S5 Ep48: AB HAT-TRICK! LA With Weller, Wafflin Vs Fellas & Ibiza Final Boss' PRIVATE JET

S5 Ep47: Theo's HILARIOUS Death Story! The Origin Of Aids, Curing Loneliness & Theo's TRAGIC Future

S5 Ep46: Joe Says Goodbye! Dream Holidays, Sober Festivals & Showing Off Your Talent

S5 Ep45: Hardest Geezer Reveals NEW ADVENTURE, Life At Home & RANKS His Toughest Challenge Yet!

S5 Ep44: The GOAT Of YOUTUBE, Our *Honest* Opinion On "The Brit Crew" & Weller & Andy Call Theo FAT?!

S5 Ep43: Weller's TRIP To Costa Rica, Drunk Vs Sober, Raw VLOGs & a *NEW* Moral Dilemma Game

S5 Ep42: What's Next For The Sidemen, DJ'ing At Tomorrowland & Becoming A Billionaire?!?

S5 Ep41: ChatGPT RATES Wafflin', Can Joe & Luke Do HYROX?! & Who Is The Youtube Top S******?

S5 Ep40: Joe Weller vs. ATHEIST Alex O'Connor & His Belief in God, Psychedelics & Faith

S5 Ep39: SCHOOL FRIEND SPECIAL! Who Really Runs The World? Toxic Traits & Growing Up with YouTubers

S5 Ep38: 6 Years of Wafflin'

S5 Ep37: Weller Going On LOVE ISLAND?! Luke FINALLY Does Stevie G Impression & Wafflin Lookalikes

S5 Ep36: WE'RE SO BACK! Joe Weller's Dying?! *HEATED* Luke & Theo Fight & Weller's BEEF with Tom Garratt

232. Cal Addresses VIRAL Neck Photo, Theo's Investment Success and Our New Out of Touch Moment...

S5 Ep35: AB & Chip JOIN Wafflin'

S5 Ep34: Joe Weller's MUDMANIA Story + The Most *CURSED* Ep Ever? Scams, Car Crashes & Joe Leaves The Show?!

223. Chip Wins SIDEMEN Charity Match & MAKES HISTORY!!!!

S5 Ep44: The GOAT Of YOUTUBE, Our Honest Opinion On "The Brit Crew" & Weller & Andy Call Theo FAT?!

S5 Ep43: Weller's TRIP To Costa Rica, Drunk Vs Sober, Raw VLOGs & a NEW Moral Dilemma Game

S5 Ep36: WE'RE SO BACK! Joe Weller's Dying?! HEATED Luke & Theo Fight & Weller's BEEF with Tom Garratt

S5 Ep34: Joe Weller's MUDMANIA Story + The Most CURSED Ep Ever? Scams, Car Crashes & Joe Leaves The Show?!