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The book was brought up when discussing the host's perspective on cryptocurrency, noting that the author, known as a “no‑coiner,” wrote it after a friend suggested he document his skepticism. It was explained that the original working title was “Why Bitcoin is Stupid,” and the final title was inspired by a classic film. The mention served to illustrate the author's critical stance on Bitcoin and blockchain.
Episode: S12: "A Death in Cryptoland" E6: The End Game
David Gerard said a friend suggested he write a book; he first considered the title Why Bitcoin is Stupid, but the project became the published book Attack of the 50-Foot Blockchain.
David Gerard is what crypto enthusiasts call a no-coiner. He'd been following the industry for years when a friend suggested he write a book. I went, that's a good idea.
Make it Why Bitcoin is Stupid. And that is how Attack of the 50-Foot Blockchain was born. It's named after the movie Attack of the 50-Foot Woman.