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    • Podcast Advertising for UFO EnthusiastsLipson Ads' podcast advertising reached a large audience of UFO enthusiasts, boosting listenership after an interview with a controversial figure.

      Podcast advertising from Lipson Ads can help businesses reach a large and engaged audience, including those interested in UFOs and related topics. The discussion on the podcast highlights the success of an interview with a controversial figure in the UFO community, which led to a significant increase in listeners. The host also shares a personal experience that made him reflect on the potential impact of UFO disclosure, emphasizing the importance of sharing "need to know" information with the public. The podcast plans to explore the history of UFO investigations, specifically the "Estimate of the Situation" report from 1948, which concluded that extraterrestrial observation of Earth was occurring but attack was not imminent.

    • Significant UFO events in military historyA 1948 Defense Department study concluded interplanetary origins for UFOs, but findings were rejected and burned. The recent UAP hearing was seen as a mixed bag, with some finding it disappointing and others encouraging.

      Despite the Department of Defense's reluctance to discuss UFO history, there have been significant events that shed light on the issue. For instance, in 1948, a Defense Department study concluded that UFOs were interplanetary, but the findings were rejected and all copies were ordered to be burned. More recently, the UAP hearing in May 2022 was seen as a significant walkback from the UAP task force report, with some in the community finding it disappointing while others found it encouraging. It's important to note that the Director of National Intelligence, Avril Haines, previously suggested that extraterrestrial life could be a possible explanation for UFOs, adding an intriguing layer to the ongoing debate. Overall, the history of UFOs in the military and the recent UAP hearing highlight the need for continued investigation and transparency.

    • Possible Discrepancies in US Intelligence Regarding UAPRecent hearing revealed potential inconsistencies in US intelligence officials' statements about UAP, raising concerns about concealed evidence and downplaying significance.

      During a recent congressional hearing, a high-ranking US intelligence official hinted at the possibility of extraterrestrial life, but other officials present did not acknowledge this possibility. This discrepancy raised concerns about a potential "snow job" from the defense department, as some officials seemed to be downplaying the significance of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). The UAP task force report categorizes unexplained cases as "other," but some believe this category may be used to conceal potential evidence of non-human intelligence. During the hearing, a representative asked about wreckage, and the Navy representative responded that the UAP task force does not have any unexplained wreckage. However, the UAP task force is not in charge of crash wreckage, and the response seemed evasive, leading to further speculation. Overall, the inconsistencies and ambiguities in the officials' statements have fueled ongoing curiosity and debate about the nature and origin of UAP.

    • Congressional hearings on UAP avoided discussing extraterrestrial life or technologyWitnesses at UAP hearings emphasized unexplained phenomena weren't of known terrestrial origins but didn't acknowledge extraterrestrial possibilities, missing opportunities for transparency

      During the UAP hearings before Congress, there was a notable avoidance of acknowledging the possibility of extraterrestrial life or technology. Witnesses, including high-ranking intelligence officials, consistently emphasized that unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) could not be explained by known terrestrial origins, but stopped short of explicitly stating that they could be of extraterrestrial origin. Instead, they suggested that the phenomena could be drones or other natural phenomena. This reluctance to discuss the possibility of extraterrestrial life or technology was a common theme throughout the hearings, with representatives missing opportunities to press for clarification. Despite claims from some officials that they believe the US government may be in possession of anomalous technology, the hearings did not overtly acknowledge the possibility of extraterrestrial life. This reticence to discuss the possibility of extraterrestrial life or technology was a significant missed opportunity for transparency and could fuel continued speculation and intrigue.

    • Testimonies about UAP contradict drone explanationDespite some suggesting UAP could be drones, witnesses reported inconsistent flight characteristics and unusual shapes, raising doubts and requiring further investigation.

      During a recent hearing, witnesses testified about Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) or "UFOs" that have been encountered by the military. The witnesses suggested that these phenomena could be explained by drones. However, skepticism remains as there are reports of UAP exhibiting flight characteristics that do not align with known drone capabilities. For instance, some UAP have been reported to hover indefinitely and move at extreme speeds. Furthermore, some witnesses have reported observing UAP with shapes that do not resemble typical drones, such as triangular pyramids. These discrepancies raise questions about the accuracy of the drone explanation and highlight the need for further investigation. The public's understanding of this issue may be influenced by the way the information is presented, and it is crucial that all available evidence is considered to avoid being led astray. The committee's failure to delve deeper into the issue and explore alternative explanations may hinder our collective understanding of this phenomenon. The ongoing debate around UAP and their potential explanations underscores the importance of continued scientific inquiry and a willingness to explore the unknown.

    • Unidentified Aerial Phenomena: Old Mysteries and New ConcernsDespite Defense Department officials' claims, unexplained drone sightings near Navy vessels raise doubts and require further investigation, considering historical UFO reports and advanced observable characteristics.

      The explanation given by two Defense Department officials about mysterious drones buzzing US Navy vessels in 2019 raises serious questions and needs critical appraisal. The incident report concluded that commercially available drones were unlikely to have been involved due to their limited capabilities in terms of duration, distance, and speed. The officials' reassurances that it was just commercial drones were criticized as misleading, especially since the incident happened three years ago and the intelligence officials still have no definitive answer. The skepticism towards the drone explanation was further fueled by the fact that similar unexplained phenomena have been reported around Navy ships for decades, and the objects exhibited characteristics that seemed to demonstrate advanced technology. Therefore, any explanation for modern Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) must also account for historical UFO reports and the "5 Observables" that some of these objects have demonstrated.

    • UAP Phenomena: Unidentified Flying Objects Remain a MysteryWitnesses reported observing unexplained objects with seemingly impossible movements, Navy Intelligence couldn't identify a foreign adversary, drone explanation debunked, and lack of transparency fuels speculation.

      That the UAP phenomena, as described in the hearings, remain unexplained and raise serious questions. Witnesses have reported observing objects moving in seemingly impossible ways, with no discernible means of propulsion, and some suggesting the possibility of signature management or cloaking technology. Navy Intelligence acknowledged the intrigue, but couldn't identify any foreign adversary capable of such feats. The drone explanation has been debunked as implausible, and the ongoing refusal to release additional data, such as radar and thermal imagery, adds to the intrigue. Senators like Kirsten Gillibrand, known for their probing questions, are expected to demand more complete answers in future hearings. Overall, the UAP phenomenon remains a mystery, and the lack of transparency from the military only fuels the speculation.

    • US Defense Department officials questioned about UAP incidents at nuclear sitesDespite being high-ranking officials, Ronald Moultrie and Scott Bray appeared unfamiliar with key UAP incidents at nuclear sites like Malmstrom Air Force Base, raising concerns about transparency and preparation within the Defense Department.

      During the May 17th hearing, two high-ranking US Defense Department officials, Ronald Moultrie and Scott Bray, were questioned about Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) and their interactions with nuclear sites. However, they seemed unfamiliar with certain key incidents, such as the one at Malmstrom Air Force Base. This is surprising as these officials are considered the best of the best and should have been prepared for such questions. The Malmstrom incident involves reports of UAPs being sighted near nuclear weapons sites, which is a significant national security concern. The fact that these officials did not seem to know about this incident raises questions about the level of transparency and preparation within the Defense Department regarding UAPs and their potential interactions with sensitive military installations.

    • UFOs interfering with nuclear weapons sitesHistorical reports of UFOs disrupting nuclear weapons sites have been ignored by intelligence officials, despite potential dangers and documented evidence.

      There have been numerous reports of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) interfering with nuclear weapons sites throughout history. For instance, Robert Salas, a former military personnel, recounted an incident at Malmstrom Air Force Base in the 1970s where all 10 nuclear missiles in his silo went offline as a large, red UAP hovered overhead. Despite the significance of this event, there seems to be a lack of acknowledgement and awareness from key figures, including intelligence officials. The UK Condyne report, which acknowledged similar Russian incidents, further emphasizes the potential danger of UFOs interfering with nuclear weapons. It's concerning that two intelligence officials claimed ignorance of such incidents, especially when there is already a wealth of information available to the public about UFOs and nuclear weapons sites. The military and media have played a role in downplaying the significance of these reports, but the evidence speaks for itself. The US military itself has documented these incidents in various reports and books, making it essential that we take these accounts seriously.

    • UAPs and Nuclear Weapons: Unanswered QuestionsDespite reports of UAPs near nuclear facilities, top intelligence officials claim ignorance. Credible witnesses and intriguing documents, like the Wilson Davis memo, could provide insights. Congress should involve experts and witnesses for transparency and national security.

      Despite two top intelligence officials from the Department of Defense claiming they have no knowledge about UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) interacting with nuclear weapons, there have been numerous reports and incidents suggesting otherwise. Witnesses like Robert Salas have shared their experiences of UAPs hovering over nuclear facilities, yet these officials were not briefed about these incidents. The lack of transparency and willingness to engage in discussions about these phenomena at the recent congressional hearings left many feeling disheartened. An intriguing document, the Wilson Davis memo, which details notes taken by astrophysicist Dr. Eric Davis during a meeting with former Defense Intelligence Agency director Admiral Tom Wilson in 2002, has been largely overlooked by these officials. This memo could potentially shed light on the nature of these UAPs and their interest in nuclear weapons. It's crucial for Congress to bring in credible witnesses like Robert Salas and engage with experts to gain a better understanding of this phenomenon and ensure national security.

    • U.S. government crash retrieval program with extraterrestrial life and technologyNotes from a supposed conversation between Admiral Tom Wilson and Edgar Mitchell hint at a secretive defense department conspiracy involving the recovery of a craft with a life form. If authentic, these notes would have major implications, but their authenticity is uncertain. The challenge of disclosing such information in a world of distrust is significant.

      The alleged notes from a conversation between Admiral Tom Wilson and Edgar Mitchell, if authentic, suggest a U.S. government crash retrieval program involving extraterrestrial life and technology. The notes describe a secretive defense department conspiracy and the recovery of a craft with a life form. The authenticity of these notes is uncertain, but if true, they would have significant implications. The easiest way to address this issue would be to bring those involved before Congress and require them to swear an oath to tell the whole truth. The UFO issue and its connection to nuclear weapons is a matter of public interest, and the lack of transparency around this topic is frustrating. Despite this, there is optimism that ongoing congressional hearings will continue to reveal explosive information. A recent poll indicates that even with clear evidence, there is a significant portion of the population that would not believe it. The world we live in has made it difficult to trust information sources, making the challenge of disclosing such information all the more complex.

    • The complexity of UFOs and extraterrestrial lifeThe phenomena related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life may involve more than just extraterrestrial beings, including psychotronic weaponry, cognitive human interface, and anomalies in the space-time construct.

      The phenomena related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life might be more complex than what we currently understand. The speakers believe that the conclusions we will eventually reach about these phenomena may lie in a document called Slide 9, which suggests that what we're dealing with goes beyond extraterrestrial life and involves psychotronic weaponry, cognitive human interface, penetration of solid surfaces, and anomalies in the space-time construct, among other things. The speakers argue that the defense department has been evasive about the matter because they don't fully understand what they're dealing with. While they believe there might be an extraterrestrial component to the phenomena, they also think it's important to consider other explanations, such as quantum physics. Overall, they encourage people to stay informed and keep an open mind about the possibilities.

    Recent Episodes from Need To Know with Coulthart and Zabel

    Zero Doubt

    Zero Doubt
    In this episode, Ross Coulthart reports from an undisclosed location in the U.S., sharing insights from the SCU conference in Huntsville, which concentrated on scientific approaches to UAPs. He reflects on a recent interview with Colonel Karl Nell, discussing Nell’s remarks about long-standing interactions between non-human intelligence (NHI) and humanity. Meanwhile, Bryce Zabel in Los Angeles connects the 80th anniversary of D-Day to contemporary secrecy around UAPs, emphasizing the impact of such secrecy on public trust and innovation. They explore the skepticism about governmental transparency on UAPs and consider how the political landscape might influence the push for disclosure, especially with the upcoming elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Swagger and Secrets

    Swagger and Secrets
    In this episode, hosts Bryce Zabel and Ross Coulthart delve into the complexities of UAP investigations, spotlighting the AARO's dubious reporting and the Pentagon's evasion in acknowledging UAP incidents. They explore the recent Eglin Air Force Base encounter and the broader implications of drone sightings that challenge national security. The hosts critique the media's failure to engage deeply with these issues, emphasizing the need for greater transparency and investigative rigor in covering UAP and drone encounters. Featuring pilot testimonies and expert analysis, this episode uncovers the ongoing secrecy and the quest for truth in the increasingly convoluted field of ufology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    UAP Burnout

    UAP Burnout
    It's an issue that's touched many in the UAP community, and worthy of a long discussion: fatigue from covering UAP, interacting with the community, fending off the flamers and trying to stay grounded. Bryce shares the tale of his ten-year hiatus while Ross commends Curt Jaimungal's recent decision to 'step away' for a while. But there's also hope, says Ross, citing three members of Congress and their attempts to interview an Air Force pilot over his 2023 sighting - and the video he captured. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    More UFO Lies & Coverup

    More UFO Lies & Coverup
    Ross and Bryce take turns teeing off on the Defense Department's report that was supposed to chronicle the US government's history of dealing with the UFO/UAP issue. Among their conclusions about the reports "conclusions:" It's more Pentagon obfuscation to deter public attention; a kneejerk polemic against former AARO head Sean Kirkpatrick's critics; not a hint of historical review; and from a couple of lawmakers who talked to Ross: Congress is NOT letting this issue go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Adios, Voldemort

    Adios, Voldemort
    "Voldemort," in this podcast, is Bryce's new name for Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick, the now-former head of AARO, the Defense Department's "All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office." Bryce and Ross rip Kirkpatrick's exit statements, including his assertion that a soon to be released Pentagon report will say it's found no evidence of aliens, only allegations circulated repeatedly by UFO claim advocates. The other big event in the episode: "Need to Know," the song! Bryce explains the history of the song he co-composed - and we play it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Is This the Year?

    Is This the Year?
    Bryce and Ross begin 2024 with a quick look back at the big events of last year: David Grusch's revelations and the gutting of the Schumer Amendment to the Defense bill. Then they look ahead to this year and an upcoming House Oversight Committee hearing, Lue Elizondo's book and Grusch's op-ed piece on the heels of the US government slightly loosening what he's able to reveal. And Ross drops a big hint about what could be a very big story: new data from the James Webb Space Telescope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    UFO Gatekeepers Strike Back

    UFO Gatekeepers Strike Back
    Disappointment and some disagreements in this episode, as Ross and Bryce review the amended version of Sen. Chuck Schumer's disclosure language in the new Defense bill. Ross blames "lickspittle Congressmen" in the pockets of the aerospace companies for turning Schumer's disclosure proposals into a "flaccid limp lettuce leaf." The two set the table for a future discussion on what both believe would be a very bad idea: "catastrophic disclosure." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    JFK and UFOs?

    JFK and UFOs?
    Approaching the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, Bryce and Ross examine the similarities between the efforts to conceal the truth about the President's death and concealing the truth about UFO/UAP. Also: as predicted in the last episode, Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick is, indeed, leading AARO. So who will succeed him? And will that person bring a different opinion about whistleblower David Grusch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Same Old UFO Song

    Same Old UFO Song
    Ross and Bryce catch up on several developments of the past few weeks, including the latest report from AARO. Ross calls out what he labels "completely disingenuous" statements by the agency's head, Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick, downplaying the UAP reports the agency reviewed in the 2023 US Government fiscal year. Ross calls the report "The Big Yawn." Ross and Bryce disagree on whether private aerospace firms, who've spent millions of their own dollars on crash retrieval, should be forced to turn any physical evidence over to the government. And Bryce reviews the high points of 1948, a banner year that saw dozens of credible UFO/UAP sightings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    UFO Word Games

    UFO Word Games
    Ross and Bryce are back with tough words for what they call the "word games" being played by the Department of Defense, NASA and others in the US government about the evidence - or lack of evidence - regarding what we know about UAP and the possibility of non-human intelligence. Bryce scorches NASA Director Bill Nelson over his "lack of evidence" comments, and Ross takes an AP reporter to task for apparently not even reading a government report before questioning officials about that very report. And the hosts do a "lighting round" of comments on several other recent UAP developments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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