Bitcoin is not a hedge, it’s the solution with Parker Lewis

In this episode, Parker Lewis dives into why his bitcoin is not a hedge presentation was so successful, how he wrote Gradually, Then Suddenly, and the odds of bitcoin and the Dollar coexisting. He addresses common misconceptions, reflects on the evolution of his own writings about bitcoin, and explores why there’s nothing more American than bitcoin and nothing more un-American than the Dollar.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:51 “Bitcoin is not a hedge” presentation hits 250,000+ views
00:05:46 Presentation criticism - what is “printing” money?
00:08:44 Macro investors and bitcoin
00:10:31 What’s the best way to explain bitcoin?
00:19:17 Will bitcoin leave people behind?
00:21:07 Why write a book?
00:26:15 We’re probably not wrong about bitcoin.
00:31:08 Which essay did you need to update most?
00:34:08 Ordering your essays in the book
00:37:55 Objections to bitcoin are answered in Gradually Then Suddenly
00:39:30 Still reading Federal Reserve transcripts?
00:45:04 Do most people know the Dollar is designed to debase forever?
00:47:15 Unexpected symptoms of broken money?
00:50:44 Banning bitcoin
00:59:06 Will bitcoin and the dollar co-exist?
01:01:30 There’s nothing more American than bitcoin
01:07:34 What’s exciting about bitcoin payments?
01:13:04 Closing thoughts
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[@JoeBurnett27]

Bitcoin is the world's best money. Parker is fascinating to listen to. Glad I was able to chat with him!

[@mattiasmust]

The presentation took off, because the content was great and it was really shareable.
Shareable, because it's a great Bitcoin pitch, but it's not someone ranting in their room with a block clock behind them. It's a real lecture and a respected format. More palatable for no coiners.
I shared it with two friends (no coiners) and I was talking about it with one of them. I explained many things, but when I brought up that there are only 21 million BTC and something like 50 million USD millionaires, I saw his eyes light up and a big smile on his face as he realized the asymmetry here. He was curious to learn more and bought the Bitcoin Standard audio book right there.
Seeing the light bulb turn on in someone you care about is one the greatest things. Thank you, Parker and Unchained!

[@motopolak]

That’s awesome. I’ve only ever been able to get a decent convo going with one or two people I know, but I’ve never witnessed the “light bulb moment” in anyone else. Maybe one day!

[@Pummelpuffpuff]

To me, Parker is one of the most valuable voices in the Bitcoin space

[@jungshin87]

his original presentation is still the greatest bitcoin presentation of all time

[@FinancialCharles]

Which one? Was it also on this channel?

[@jungshin87]

@@FinancialCharles yes. "bitcoin isnt a hedge"

[@SamuelGriffin]

@@jungshin87 what are you talking about? The title of THIS video is "bitcoin isn't a hedge".

[@jungshin87]

@@SamuelGriffin all his vids are called that. But you should be able to figure out which one I'm talking about

[@motopolak]

Agreed. The original presentation (from October 2023 I believe) where he’s using a projector screen is amazing. I’ve watched it at least 5 or 6 times now.

[@iBuyBitcoin]

this guy is such a good speaker 🔥💯

[@colinpatricklindsay]

A great video as always! I ordered the book and cannot wait to read it.

[@promytv]

Great content!

[@matthewm3328]

Parker Lewis Can’t Lose

[@MrAshaw83]

I think the point regarding Macro investors is very true... they focus on a single point and can't see the forest for the trees. This is true with many parts of the modern world, because it's too complex (doesn't need to be, shouldn't be) and there are too many abstraction layers.

[@bitSimple]

...sell the chair for more bitcoin.... theres a few sats in that fine piece of antiquity

[@motopolak]

😆
That’s awesome. Is that a Saylor reference?

[@CC-ii9hg]

Audiobook, please. TY

[@briandillon8041]

I am download the app, but neither eBay or Amazon has I am download the app but neither eBay nor Amazon has your book. Where can I find it?. Where can I find you? Do you guys have a physical office office. I am in Texas.

[@bradynields9783]

16:45 Business owners don't like how money is created? What do they know that others don't?

[@iBuyBitcoin]

bitcoin needs to be adopted. it will empower everyone

[@Tom180cc]

Please translate the book in Dutch

[@John-wf5if]

How does Bitcoin appreciate in value to make it useable/useful to the global poor? Seems that BTC is running out of investors willing to continue stacking sats.

[@suunt12]

What a amazing show. Thank you both. 🫡🫡