What happens when satire hits too close to home?

In this episode, Lola and Mamuna dive into the HBO film Mountainhead—a dark, eerily accurate commentary on tech culture, ambition, and the moral compromises made in pursuit of power. The conversation unpacks the film’s portrayal of founders, intellectual elitism, and the ethical line (or lack thereof) in Silicon Valley’s highest ranks.

They reflect on:

• The cult of tech genius and how timing often trumps talent

• The dangers of unchecked ambition and performative ethics

• The “locker room energy” dominating tech leadership and VC culture

• Why some leaders mistake prosperity for progress—and who really pays the price

Whether you’ve seen Mountainhead or not, this episode will leave you questioning how we measure success, who we idolize in tech, and what it actually means to build for the greater good.

📽️ Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27cN2_k0JF0

Watch, listen, and ask yourself: Would you fall for it too?