I recently attended a talk by Elizondo, and I wanted to share my impressions.
One major takeaway: as someone in my mid-30s, I was surprised by how many gray-haired individuals filled the front rows of the audience. I had invested quite a bit, essentially purchasing a whole table to be front and center, yet I felt like I was among people who might be closer to a nursing home than to the topic of disclosure.
I hold no judgment against those with gray hair; it’s just not what I anticipated. I couldn’t help but wonder if many of them were investors, affluent individuals, or long-time enthusiasts with personal stories or experiences related to the phenomenon.
It was a thought-provoking realization that the audience may not be primarily in the 20-55 age range.
I’ve been following this topic for quite some time and have seen Lue on virtually every podcast, TV show, or documentary you can think of. During the Q&A session, a few audience members posed insightful questions, but Lue often redirected his answers, repeating information he had shared previously. At one point, I shared a knowing glance with the person next to me, and we ended up sharing a good laugh over it.
After the talk, Lue took the time to meet with everyone in the audience, which I thought was fantastic. Unfortunately, I forgot to bring my book for him to sign, but I did manage to snap a few photos and even got a hug from him. He struck me as genuinely sincere. I was a bit surprised that he didn’t have copies of his book for sale or charge for photos or autographs, which I think speaks volumes about his intentions.
As for his presentation, it was more of a UAP 101, which wasn’t necessarily aimed at those of us with more experience in the field. Nonetheless, I enjoyed my evening out downtown, savored some good food at the venue, and had the chance to meet him! A big thank you to the City Winery staff for hosting such a well-organized event and providing excellent service!
If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and I’ll do my best to answer. In hindsight, I wish I had gathered some questions from the community to pose to him during the event.
Thanks for sharing your impressions from the Elizondo talk! It’s really interesting to hear about the demographic of the audience. It seems like there’s a deep connection to this phenomenon across generations, even if it’s surprising to see so many older faces up front.
I can relate to your experience with the Q&A session. Sometimes it feels like you’re hearing the same answers repeated, which can be a bit underwhelming when you’re hoping for new insights. But it’s great to hear that you managed to find humor in that moment with your neighbor!
It sounds like your interactions with Lue were really positive. It’s nice to see someone in his position being approachable and genuine. The fact that he wasn’t charging for autographs or book sales does add to that authentic vibe, and it’s refreshing in today’s world where so many public figures monetize every interaction.
And hey, a night out with good food and the chance to meet someone you admire is a win in my book! It’s a shame you didn’t get to ask some more tailored questions, but maybe next time you can gather some from the community. Thanks again for sharing your experience! What were some of the standout questions that you heard during the Q&A?