Decoder with Nilay Patel Recode Decode: Steven Levy
Feb 24, 2020
Steven Levy, a renowned technology journalist and Wired editor-at-large, shares insights from his latest book, "Facebook: The Inside Story." He discusses gaining unprecedented access to Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg, revealing how Zuckerberg has changed over the years. Levy addresses the challenges of journalism in a corporate climate and critiques Facebook's approach to privacy and accountability. He also reflects on Zuckerberg's past, including the destruction of his old diaries, and speculates on Facebook's future under increasing scrutiny.
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Zuckerberg's Nigeria Trip
- Steven Levy accompanied Mark Zuckerberg to Nigeria during peak Facebook, where he was treated like a national hero.
- One entrepreneur even proclaimed that life would be defined as "before Zuckerberg and after Zuckerberg."
Zuckerberg's Formative Years
- Mark Zuckerberg's early life reveals a consistent pattern of confidence and a charmed existence.
- This upbringing may explain his later brazenness and disregard for consequences at Facebook.
Winklevoss Project Interference
- Zuckerberg intentionally slowed down the Winklevoss project, evidenced by text messages.
- However, he did not admit this when questioned and only stated that he may not have communicated clearly.
