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With a focus on scientific inquiry and a radically open-minded approach, we will examine the latest research and theories on UAP and listen to firsthand accounts from individuals who have observed them. Join us on this exciting quest to uncover the truth about UAP.
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- 18 Jan 2023
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- 8 Nov 2023
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8 Nov 2023
Vandenberg “Red Square” Witness Speaks for First Time - with Jeff Nuccetelli | Merged EP0119
Jeff Nuccetelli is a former Air Force security officer who responded to an incident in 2004 of a large ‘Red Square’ being reporting at Vandenberg Air Force Base. Jeff details the account, the records he preserved of the incident, and how his interactions with AARO did... or did not... reveal any truth.=== Chapters:00:00:00 - The Floating Square Object00:02:26 - Sharing UFO Experiences and Encouraging Others00:04:36 - Working at Vandenberg Air Force Base00:06:53 - The UFO Event at the Smoke Pit00:08:53 - Giant Red Square Floating over Launchpad00:11:09 - The Mysterious Red Square UFO Incident00:13:28 - Contractors and Base Security00:15:36 - Testing Technology on an Active Base00:19:44 - Notifications and Documentation Procedures00:21:49 - The Morning Situation00:24:02 - Guard Mount Briefing and the UFO Incident00:28:07 - Chaos and Mayhem at Slick Four00:30:23 - A Strange Object in the Sky00:32:41 - Investigating the Incident and Gathering Data00:34:41 - Investigating the Mysterious Incident00:36:47 - Sharing my UFO Encounter Story00:38:52 - The Devastating Loss of Records in a Flood00:45:34 - Arrow's Mandate and NDA Confusion00:47:57 - Missing Law Enforcement Data00:50:29 - The Challenge of Finding Historical Data00:52:45 - Strange Sightings in the Desert00:54:51 - The Perspective-changing Encounter00:57:13 - Public Recognition of UFO Encounters00:59:27 - The Significance of the DOD's Admission01:01:37 - The Shock of the Announcement01:03:46 - Sightings at Vanderberg Air Force Base01:05:55 - Closing Remarks ===Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
25 Oct 2023
UAP Research or SETI - Who Finds NHI First? - with Adam Frank | Merged EP0118
Dr. Adam Frank, a leading expert on star evolution and a passionate "evangelist of science." Based at the University of Rochester, his research group utilizes advanced supercomputers to study stellar formation and demise. Today, Frank takes us on a journey into the search for technosignatures and habitability in exoplanets. Frank also teases a NASA concept that aims to use the sun as a gigantic lens for magnifying distant exoplanets. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion on the future of astrobiology and space exploration. We'll also discuss UAP and whether he believes the field merits study.===Chapters:00:00:00 - The Age of Other Civilizations00:03:37 - Life taking over planets00:07:10 - Techno Signatures: Merging Two Fields00:10:24 - Techno Signature of Solar Panels00:13:29 - Building the Habitable World's Observatory00:16:41 - Using the Sun as a Giant Lens to Observe Exoplanets00:20:13 - Searching for Techno Signatures00:23:36 - Neutrinos and Gravity Waves in Communication00:27:02 - Technological Advances in Interstellar Travel00:30:29 - Balancing an Open Mind in Scientific Exploration00:33:50 - The Giggle Factor and the UFO Conversation00:36:56 - The Importance of the UFO Conversation00:40:13 - The Importance of Transparency in Scientific Research00:43:28 - Assessing the Origin of Unknown Objects in the Sky00:46:51 - Evaluating Data and Engaging in Science00:50:31 - Safety Risk and UAP00:53:58 - A Conversation with Adam===Adam Frank is an American physicist, astronomer, and writer. His scientific research has focused on computational astrophysics with an emphasis on star formation and late stages of stellar evolution. His work includes studies of exoplanet atmospheres and astrobiology.Adam's "The Little Book of Aliens" is available everywhere now. ===Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
11 Oct 2023
He interviewed every Senator about UFOs - What they revealed for the first time… | Merged EP0117
Matt Laslo fulfilled his mission of interviewing every single member of congress after the UAP hearings. We’ll discuss what he learned.===Chapters:00:00:00 - Rubio's Whistleblower Claims00:01:29 - The State of Your Government00:03:10 - Lack of Reporting to Congress00:04:29 - Unanswered Questions About Airspace Surveillance00:06:03 - Bipartisan Concerns and Lack of Congressional Action00:07:32 - Lack of Awareness in the Senate00:09:25 - David Shapiro's conversation with Senator Warner and Senator Rubio00:10:50 - Airspace Invasion and Whistleblowers00:12:20 - Protecting Those Who Serve00:13:52 - A Closer Look at Representative's Response00:15:11 - Senators' Engagement with Executive Branch00:16:41 - Lack of trust in the whistleblowing agency00:18:29 - Difficulties Faced by the Director and Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick in Communicating00:19:55 - The Silence on Biden00:21:36 - The Future of Legislative Hearings00:23:09 - Investigating the UFO Phenomenon00:24:50 - Your Questions Matter00:26:17 - Questions for Lawmakers and the Press Corps00:27:43 - Lawmakers' Questions and Concerns00:29:30 - Follow-up and Potential Legislation00:30:50 - Overwhelming Response in Congress00:32:05 - Lost in the Narrative of Hyper-Partisanship00:33:33 - Testing the Congress' Response00:34:59 - Pushing for More Answers===Based on Capitol Hill, veteran journalist Matt Laslo has been covering campaigns and every aspect of federal policy since 2006. He’s a WIRED magazine contributor, covering everything from data privacy and crypto to Big Tech and UFOs (aka UAPs). Over the years, Laslo’s also been a regular contributor with VICE News, VICE News Tonight (HBO), Rolling Stone, Raw Story, The Daily Beast and Playboy, et. His beats have included cannabis (including moderating Aspen Ideas Festival’s first-ever cannabis panel), coal, climate, oil and gas, Indian Country, gun violence, health care, mass incarceration, opioid crisis, horse racing, the intersection of music & politics, etc. At the Capitol, he operates The LCB (Laslo Congressional Bureau)—a wire service focused on serving political news deserts and assisting shrinking newsrooms nationwide. From 2010-2015, he was the political correspondent for WAMU (DC’s NPR station). While he’s been on assignment for NPR, The LCB has served 45+ local NPR Member Stations, local newspapers, alt-weeklies, He also founded Ask a Pol—an interactive Substack publication serving as everyday voters’ conduit to Congress.https://www.mattlaslo.com/ @mattlaslo and @ask_a_pol (or @askpols on Insta)===Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
27 Sept 2023
Admiral's Hunt for UFO's Goes Underwater - with Tim Gallaudet | Merged EP0116
In today's episode, we welcome Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet (Ret.), CEO of Ocean STL Consulting and former Assistant Secretary of Commerce and Deputy NOAA Administrator. We'll explore Admiral Gallaudet's role in the widely discussed GOFAST/GIMBAL incident and delve into his ongoing initiatives to advance UAP research in the underwater domain. With his extensive background, including serving as the Oceanographer of the Navy and a Research Associate for the Galileo Project, he brings unparalleled expertise to the dialogue.===Chapters:00:00:00 - Retired Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet's Navy Journey00:02:39 - Mapping the Sea Floor and Exploring the Oceans00:05:17 - The Scope of NOAA's Work00:07:59 - Exploration Vessels and Oceanographic Research00:10:42 - Exploring the U.S Exclusive Economic Zone00:13:21 - The Importance of Weather in Oceanic Operations00:16:06 - The Mysterious Email Incident00:19:01 - Unacknowledged Programs and the Lack of Accountability00:21:44 - Balancing Off-World Intelligence and Operational Demands00:24:28 - Lack of Transparency in UAP Hearing and Suppressed Information00:27:10 - The Progress and Challenges in UFO Research00:30:08 - The Immensity of the Universe and the Possibility of Extraterrestrial Life00:33:08 - Advanced Technology and Societal Maturity00:36:00 - Investigating UAP in the Ocean00:39:00 - Classification of Data and Undersea Pursuits00:41:34 - Support and Fulfillment of Duty00:44:37 - The Dunning-Kruger effect and the UAP critic Arena00:47:16 - Congressional Hearing Highlights and Potential Outcomes00:50:10 - Potential Safety Issues in UAP Sightings00:52:54 - Validation and Influence00:55:42 - Underwater Exploration and Unusual Discoveries00:58:31 - Unknown Underwater Feature01:01:27 - Unidentified Craft in the Ocean01:04:22 - The Link Between Consciousness and Phenomena01:07:10 - Evolution of Human Consciousness and UAP Observations01:10:07 - Avi's Expedition01:12:58 - Working with Americans for Safe Aerospace===The Honorable Tim Gallaudet, PhD, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (ret) is a career oceanographer and technology consultant. Formerly, he served as the acting Undersecretary and Assistant Secretary of Commerce,acting and Deputy Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and Oceanographer of the Navy.Currently, Gallaudet serves as a strategic advisor and board member for several startups, nonprofits, and research institutions in the ocean, weather, environment, and space sectors. Gallaudet has beeninterested in UAP since he was young, but his experience as the Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Observatory gave him a greater appreciation for their scientific validity. He now is a research affiliate for Harvard University’s Galileo Project, an Advisory Boardmember for Americans for Safe Aerospace, and will provide a keynote address at the Anomalous Aerospace Phenomena Conference hosted by the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies on July 30. === Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.org AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.org Twitter: @uncertainvector Connect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.com Merged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
13 Sept 2023
Listening for UFOs - The Galileo Project's Search for UAP - with Andy Mead | Merged EP0115
In this episode we dive into an intriguing exploration of scientific research, unidentified aerial phenomena, and the fascinating world of sound classification with Andy Mead, Co-Lead of the Galileo Project's Acoustics Division.The conversation takes us on a journey through the history of meteorite observation and the vital role of process in scientific projects. Delve into the development of a neural network model for sound classification, its applications in detecting different types of vehicles in our skies, and the team's vision to expand into real-time analysis. Andy's involvement with the Galileo project sheds light on their scientific approach to unexplained phenomena, and we gain insights into the instrumentation and data collection methods, from windscreen foam to ultrasonic microphones. As we uncover the challenges and aspirations of this groundbreaking project, we also get a glimpse into Andy's personal journey and how his father's influence sparked a lifelong passion for music and technology. Don't miss this captivating episode filled with intriguing research, cutting-edge technology, and the pursuit of the sounds of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP, UFO's)===Chapters:00:00:00 - The Burden of Proof in UFO Research00:03:44 - Falling in love with audio engineering00:07:54 - Entry into the Galileo Project00:11:48 - Avi Loeb and the Galileo Project00:15:54 - Employing the Scientific Method and Multiple Sensors00:19:35 - Understanding Aerial Signatures00:23:06 - Scaling the Audio System00:26:30 - Ultrasound and Infrasound Propagation Distance00:29:47 - Exploring Gravity Waves and Infrasound00:35:10 - Designing a Weatherized Microphone System for the Galileo Project00:36:48 - The Importance of a Bulletproof Process00:40:35 - The Importance of Funding in Scientific Research00:44:02 - The Importance of Studying Anomalous Phenomena00:47:28 - The Revolution of Scientific Paradigms00:51:03 - The Stigma of Unheard Sightings00:54:24 - Overview of Sensors and Equipment at Pigeon Run00:57:42 - Introduction and Background01:00:51 - On-the-Edge Processing and Data Efficiency01:03:38 - Triangulating Altitude and Sweetening Data01:07:15 - The Cooler and Infrasonic Sensor01:11:12 - Introducing Phase 1.5 of Development Process01:14:28 - Detection of Multiple Objects Simultaneously in Aviation01:18:12 - Exploring Data Management and Analysis01:21:33 - Acquisition Projects in Play===Based in Portland, ME, Andy Mead is a veteran audio engineer and a Partner at Novus Select, a production firm located in South Lake Tahoe, CA. His journey in the audio realm began with tinkering on his father’s Tascam PortaStudio 4-track recorder. From a mere hobby, it evolved into an unyielding passion, guiding him to pursue formal studies in audio engineering at Tufts University. Andy's professional audio repertoire includes recording, mixing, editing, and consultation services for notable clients like Apple, Google, Nikon, and Red Bull, among others.Additionally, Andy has been a core member of the Galileo Project Research Team since 2021, serving as the co-lead of the acoustics division. In this capacity, Andy oversees all acoustic instrumentation, computing, analysis, and system integration. He was lead author of “Multi-Band Acoustic Monitoring of Aerial Signatures,” published in the Journal of Astronomical instrumentation in May 2023. Check out the The Scientific Investigation of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) Using Multimodal Ground-Based Observatories paper from the Galileo Project that Andy References here: https://www.worldscientific.com/doi/10.1142/S2251171723400068===Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
30 Aug 2023
Pilots & Witnesses; Systematic UAP Reporting for Pilots - with Alex Dietrich | Merged EP0114
This episode is a pilot to pilot discussion with Lieutenant Commander Alex Dietrich (US Navy, Ret.). Join Alex and Ryan in conversation about post pilot life, the impacts of their experiences after publicly discussing the UAP (UFO) topic, and their aspirations for a systematic reporting process for pilots who may be having similar experiences. ===Chapters:00:00:00 - Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) encounter reporting and analysis00:02:15 - Transitioning from the Navy to Academia00:04:42 - Expectations and Memories Pre-9/1100:07:23 - Women in Combat Zones and on Boats00:09:54 - Relying on Others During a Flight00:12:54 - Key Flight Experiences00:15:30 - Scary Flights in Iraq and Afghanistan00:18:18 - Intercepting Radar Contact00:21:04 - An Unexpected Encounter on the Water00:23:51 - Encounter with Unknown Object00:26:57 - Unidentified Object in Air-to-Air Intercept00:29:18 - The Incident on the Ship00:32:32 - Standardizing and Analyzing UFO Experiences00:35:19 - Unpacking the UFO Phenomenon00:38:23 - Understanding the Root of the Issue00:40:58 - The Importance of Pilot Reporting00:43:30 - Responsible Data Collection and Analysis00:46:30 - The Reality of Harassment and Bullying00:48:56 - Harassment and Misinformation in the Media00:51:12 - Conversations with Representatives00:53:32 - Interest in Moving the Conversation Forward00:55:50 - Distinguishing Different Conversations on Aviation Safety and UAPs00:58:12 - Uncertainty in the Hearing01:00:26 - Thank You for Joining Us===Lieutenant Commander Alex Dietrich (US Navy, Ret.) served as one of the nation’s first female strike-fighter aviators as a F/A-18 pilot from 2001-2021. She flew in Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). She has since taught leadership, ethics, and critical thinking at the George Washington University, U.S. Naval Academy, and now serves on the faculty of the University of Colorado School of Engineering in Boulder. Alex is an advocate for Legacy Flight Academy, a foundation that promotes diversity in aviation, and Wings for Val, supporting women in aviation. Alex is also currently part of the Aircrew Leadership Council for Americans for Safe Aerospace.===Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
16 Aug 2023
The Scientific Approach to UAPs: An Insider Look with Dr. Michael Lembeck | Merged EP0113
In this episode, Dr. Michael Lembeck, discusses his role as the Co-Chair of the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA) Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Integration & Outreach Committee (UAPIOC). The UAPIOC’s mission is to improve aerospace safety by enhancing scientific knowledge of, and mitigating barriers to the study of, Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).[www.aiaauap.org](http://www.aiaaupa.org)Listen to the episode anywhere you get your podcasts here: https://omny.fm/shows/merged/an-open-minded-scientific-approach-to-uap-ufos-wit===TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00 - Overcoming Design Inertia in Space Engineering00:02:50 - From Peoria to JPL: My Journey in Aerospace00:05:35 - The Space Vacuum Epitaxi Center and Commercial Refrigeration Incubation Module00:08:23 - Developing Artificial Intelligence for Space Flight00:11:16 - Opening up the Commercial Space Industry00:14:09 - Advantages of Manufacturing in Space00:16:58 - Exploring the World Beyond Screens00:19:41 - The advantages of low orbit propulsion00:22:13 - The Controllability of Aircraft at High Altitudes00:25:08 - The Kessler Effect and the Cluttering of Space 00:30:36 - Propellant Mass vs Payload Mass00:33:56 - Developing a Pipeline of Students00:36:50 - Rocket Competitions and Graduate Research00:39:51 - Personal Experiences with Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP)00:43:09 - Investigating Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena00:46:41 - Formation of the UAP Integration Committee00:50:15 - Handicapped by Limited Data Access00:53:33 - Is it an engineering or science problem?00:56:48 - Creating New Institutions and Educational Frameworks for UAP Study00:59:56 - Observing Behaviors and Reinforcement Learning01:02:50 - The Potential of Event Cameras and AI Solutions01:06:01 - Support and Donations for AIAA UAP Integration Committee===Michael F. Lembeck (B.S. '80, M.S. '81, Ph.D., '91 UIUC) is a Clinical Associate Professor in Aerospace Engineering. Dr. Lembeck has led or worked on multiple government and commercial spaceflight programs, including JPL's Galileo Jupiter Orbiter, Space Industries, Inc.'s Wake Shield Facility, Orbital Sciences' OrbView/Warfighter commercial remote sensing programs, and the Northrop/Boeing CEV and Boeing commercial crew programs.As the Requirements Division Director for the Exploration Systems Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters, Dr. Lembeck participated in the formulation of President Bush's Vision for Space Exploration and managed the original development of requirements for the Constellation/Orion program. Dr. Lembeck is an Associate Fellow of the AIAA and the Director of the Laboratory for Advanced Space Systems at Illinois (LASSI).===Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
19 Jul 2023
The Future of UAP Studies in Aviation: An In-Depth Talk with Dr. Iya Whiteley | Merged EP 0112
Join us for an in depth discussion of aviation safety practices and how they have come to be, the opportunities ahead for the study of UAP (UFO) experiences by pilots, and Dr. Whiteley's efforts to enhance safety training for aviators encountering UAP.=== Dr Iya Whiteley is a space psychologist and cognitive engineer with a focus on improvement of human behavioral and cognitive performance through information presentation on displays and design of training.Iya has 17 years of Human Space Flight research and longer in Aviation Cockpit design, along with designing astronaut's training. Iya is the Director of the Centre of Space Medicine, University College London and has advised the UK Government as the chair of Space Environment Working Group (SEWG) advising the UK Space Agency and as a member of the UK Space Exploration Advisory Committee. If you are a pilot who has had a UAP experience and would like to participate in the upcoming Dr Whiteley's study please visit her website below for more information. If you are interested to fund, to fundraise for this study or to contribute in your own way, please also follow the link below.https://taplink.cc/driyawhiteley/p/extraordinary-experiences/===00:00:00 - The Long-lasting Stigma of Reporting00:01:09 - The Impact of Mental Health on Pilots00:02:15 - Interview with Dr. Ia Whiteley, Space Psychologist00:02:57 - Becoming a Space Psychologist and Understanding Human Performance00:06:11 - Understanding Extreme Environments and Decision-Making00:09:23 - Efficiency and Frustration in Space00:11:56 - Aviation Safety and Nuances00:14:43 - Understanding the Pilot's Thought Process00:17:22 - Cognitive Limitations in Pilots and the Use of Technology00:20:04 - Coordination in a Glass Cockpit00:22:46 - Intuition and the Ability to React Quickly in High Stress Environments00:25:52 - The Expertise of Machine Learning Algorithms00:28:55 - The Importance of Expertise in Decision-Making00:31:29 - Improving Displays and Cognitive Engineering for UAP Analysis00:34:30 - Exploring Tools to Assist in the Aviation Industry00:37:32 - Automation and Airplane Accidents00:40:30 - Human Error and Aircraft Accidents00:45:24 - The Impact of UAP Experiences on Pilots' Mental Capacity00:47:47 - The Consequences of Ignoring Pilot Safety Concerns00:50:24 - Back Channeling on Web Forums Among Pilots00:53:22 - Raising Awareness in Aviation00:56:28 - Pilots' Concerns and Experiences00:59:15 - The Importance of Sharing Experiences and Seeking Support01:01:54 - Understanding Thought Processes and Reactions01:04:58 - Enhancing Pilot Safety through Training and Simulation01:07:35 - Encouraging Collaboration and Funding for Training and Procedures01:10:13 - The Importance of Engaging Pilots in UFO Research === Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvector Connect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.com Merged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
6 Jul 2023
Cmdr. David Fravor: The True Story of a Pentagon-Verified UFO Encounter | Merged EP0111
===Cmdr. David Fravor is a graduate of the TOPGUN naval flight program. He was a commander of the F/A-18F squadron on the USS Nimitz when he experienced an Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP, UFO) during a routine training flight over the Pacific ocean in 2004. Video of a similar encounter has been released by the Pentagon and has been widely reported on including by the New York Times and 60 Minutes. ===Chapters:00:00:00 - UFOs and Bipartisan Support00:02:01 - David Fravor's Navy Journey00:02:41 - A Career in the Navy00:03:10 - Training at Top Gun00:04:50 - Standardizing Techniques in the Navy00:06:54 - The Importance of Top Gun Training in the Fleet00:09:01 - Training with Cruisers and Destroyers00:11:06 - Leading from the Front in the Squadron00:13:23 - Flight Training and Collaboration00:15:36 - Memories and Reflections on Leadership and Squadron Dynamics00:17:55 - The Value of Camaraderie00:20:05 - Change of Command Ceremony00:22:09 - Conversations with Senior Colleagues00:24:20 - The Mysterious Encounter Over the Coast of San Diego00:26:17 - A Mysterious Hovering Object00:28:16 - An Unexplained Encounter in the Sky00:30:29 - The Bleed Air Break Incident00:32:43 - More Experience Than Others00:35:07 - Tracking Objects in Space00:36:54 - The Mechanics of Orbit00:39:01 - FOIA Requests and Government Cover-ups00:41:01 - The Challenges of Paint Matching and FOIA Requests00:42:48 - The Importance of Handling Sensitive Information00:45:09 - The Role of Disclosure and Open Source Efforts in Understanding the Truth00:47:25 - The Importance of Protecting US Intellectual Leadership00:49:30 - The Dangers of Technology in the Wrong Hands00:51:37 - The Future of 3D Printing in Material Science00:53:37 - The Disadvantages of Capitalism and Bureaucracy00:55:45 - The Power of Capitalism and Neoliberalism00:57:32 - Government's Inability to Control Emerging Technologies01:00:00 - Whistleblower Protection and Classification Procedures01:04:13 - Increasing Reports of UAP Sightings01:06:35 - The Impact of Social Media on Information Sharing and Surveillance01:08:39 - The Inevitability of Disclosure01:10:49 - Submitting Whistleblower Statements to Safe Arrow Space01:13:07 - Defining My Identity01:15:26 - A Career of Accomplishments01:18:04 - Acts of Kindness01:20:00 - Enabling Others through Leadership01:22:19 - The Impact of Teaching Midshipmen01:24:21 - Influencing the Next Generation of Leaders01:26:31 - The Legacy of Kindness01:28:40 - The Impact of Good People01:30:45 - The Inevitability of Disclosure01:33:01 - The Importance of Aviation Safety and Training01:35:01 - Concerns about lowering academic standards===Ryan Graves:Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.orgAIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.com Merged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
21 Jun 2023
Looking to the Sky for Extraordinary Evidence of UAP (UFO's) - with Avi Loeb | Merged EP0110
Ryan Graves sits down with Professor Avi Loeb, a renowned scientist from Harvard University, to explore the fascinating world of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). As they delve into the profound implications of these mysterious phenomena, they discuss the need for a systematic survey of the sky, the potential technological nature of UAP, and the implications for our understanding of the universe. Join them on this enlightening journey as they probe the depths of UAP and its significance in shaping our perception of the cosmos. === Chapters: 00:07:53 - Finding Interstellar Partners and the Implications for Humanity 00:10:31 - Galileo Project and the Importance of Adapting to Reality 00:13:03 - The Search for Technological Neighbors in the Universe 00:16:23 - The Arrogance of Assuming We Are the Only Intelligent Species in the Universe 00:19:10 - Our Place in the Universe: A Reality Check 00:22:08 - Interstellar Objects and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life 00:25:20 - The Mystery of Interstellar Objects 00:28:08 - Could Interstellar Objects be Artificially Constructed? 00:31:13 - What was Oumuamua? 00:34:04 - Lessons Learned from Researching Dark Matter 00:37:13 - Searching for Interstellar Objects with the Galileo Project 00:40:01 - Mapping Interstellar Objects with the Webb Telescope 00:42:58 - The Galileo Project and Lifelong Dreams of Postdocs 00:45:50 - The Galileo Project and the Scientific Method for Collecting Data on Unidentified Objects Near Earth 00:48:36 - The Emperor's New Clothes: Challenging Mainstream Science with Anomalous Objects 00:51:08 - Implications of Interstellar Partnerships and the Concept of Panspermia 00:54:26 - Searching for Life on Mars 00:57:28 - Panspermia and the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Space Exploration 01:00:43 - Looking for Extraterrestrial Technology with AI Systems 01:03:53 - The Galileo Project and the Search for Unidentified Objects in the Sky 01:06:56 - Jumping into Philosophy from Military Service 01:10:32 - From Israel to Princeton: My Astrophysics Journey 01:13:25 - From Farming to Astrophysics: My Journey to Harvard and the Academic Establishment 01:16:21 - The Discovery of 2020SO as an Artificial Object 01:19:00 - The Galileo Project and Understanding UAP 01:21:38 - The Possibility of Extraterrestrial Objects and the Difficulty of Discovering New Physics 01:27:38 - Dark Objects in the Sky and the Importance of Reliable Data Collection 01:39:20 - Unprofessional Opposition to Considering Alien Life 01:42:22 - The Importance of Looking Sideways and Pursuing the Unknown 01:48:40 - Belief in Superstition and Scientific Hypotheses 02:00:45 - The Three Phases of Unraveling Truth in Science 02:18:45 - The Honor of Being Recognized by Another Civilization in a Billion Years === Professor Loeb received a PhD in plasma physics at age 24 from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (1986) and was subsequently a long-term member at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton (1988-1993), where he started to work in theoretical astrophysics. In 1993 he moved to Harvard University where he was tenured three years later. He is now the Frank B. Baird Jr. Professor of Science and former chair of the department. Professor Loeb also holds a visiting professorship at the Weizmann Institute of Science and a Senior Professorship by special appointment in the School of Physics and Astronomy at Tel Aviv University. Loeb has authored over 1000 research articles and 8 books. For full publications and biographies, visit his professional site. https://lweb.cfa.harvard.edu/~loeb/ === Ryan Graves: Americans for Safe Aerospace: https://www.safeaerospace.org AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.org Twitter: @uncertainvector Connect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.com Merged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
7 Jun 2023
Unlocking UAP Mysteries: Economics, Aliens, and The Great Filter | Merged EP 0109
Join us for a riveting conversation as Ryan Graves discusses theories, impacts, and the push for further inquiry and research in the UAP (UFO) space as part of this fascinating conversation with Associate Professor Robin Hanson. From “The Great Filter” to “Grabby Aliens” join us and embrace a paradigm-shifting exploration of the ideas, technologies, and groups dedicated to furthering our understanding of UAP.===Robin Hanson is associate professor of economics at George Mason University, and research associate at the Future of Humanity Institute of Oxford University. He has a doctorate in social science from California Institute of Technology, master's degrees in physics and philosophy from the University of Chicago, and nine years experience as a research programmer, at Lockheed and NASA.Robin has diverse research interests, with papers on spatial product competition, health incentive contracts, group insurance, product bans, evolutionary psychology and bioethics of health care, voter information incentives, incentives to fake expertise, Bayesian classification, agreeing to disagree, self-deception in disagreement, probability elicitation, wiretaps, image reconstruction, the history of science prizes, reversible computation, the origin of life, the survival of humanity, very long term economic growth, growth given machine intelligence, and interstellar colonization. He coined the phrase "The Great Filter", and has recently numerically estimated it via a model of "Grabby Aliens".See more at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Hanson.===Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
24 May 2023
Dark Matter & UAPs: The Cosmic Connection with Prof. Matthew Szydagis | Merged EP0108
Join us as Ryan Graves engages in a profound conversation with Associate Professor Matthew Szydagis. Explore the bond between Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena and the quest to unravel the secrets of dark matter. From rigorous theories to compelling observations, this episode will propel you into the depths of scientific inquiry. Watch now and embrace a paradigm-shifting exploration of the ideas, technologies, and groups dedicated to furthering our understanding of UAP.===Chapters:00:00:00 - Radiation Detection and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon00:02:50 - The Search for Dark Matter and Astroparticle Physics00:05:28 - The Hints of Dark Matter Yet to be Fully Understood00:07:53 - Linking the Small and Large in Cosmology00:10:27 - Detecting Dark Matter with Direct Detectors00:13:04 - Dark Matter Interactions and Assumptions00:15:50 - The Influence of Childhood Experiences and Science Fiction on Interest in UFOs00:18:29 - From Star Trek to UAP: How Pop Culture Inspires Science00:21:05 - The Expertise of Radiation Detection00:23:41 - Searching for Anomalous Radiation00:26:19 - Detecting Super Radioactive Particles00:27:25 - The focus of UAP research00:28:08 - Figuring out what UAP are00:29:07 - Expanding Sensor Capabilities for UAP Detection00:31:48 - Collaborating and Merging for Scientific Discoveries00:33:25 - Analyzing Data from the First UAPX Expedition00:34:19 - Progress Towards Publishing our Findings00:36:51 - Investigating a Potential Anomaly00:39:42 - The Importance of Critical Analysis and Avoiding Jumping to Conclusions00:42:24 - The Temptation of Finding Alien Spacecraft00:44:52 - Analyzing the Movie Scene and Potential Publication Options00:47:32 - The Advantages of Galler Project00:49:45 - Expanding Our Understanding Beyond the Sky00:50:11 - Testing Crazy Ideas00:53:09 - Overcoming Stigma in UFO Research00:56:05 - The Progression of Humanity and Open-mindedness00:58:45 - Bridging the Gap in UAP Study Funding and Academia01:01:25 - The Importance of Academic Freedom and Tenure01:04:00 - The Future of Tenure and UAP Research01:05:00 - The Possibility of Intelligent Life in the Universe01:06:41 - The Drake Equation: Estimating the number of intelligent civilizations01:09:09 - Possibility of Interstellar Travel01:11:53 - The Threat to Ontological Security01:14:25 - Addressing the Potential Existence of Extraterrestrials01:16:55 - Conversations about our place in the universe01:19:40 - Accepting the Existence of Aliens01:22:13 - The Importance of Film Evidence and Data in UAP Research01:24:46 - The Need for Open Science and Resources to Investigate UAP01:27:06 - Challenges and Criticisms in the UFO Field01:29:34 - The Importance of Studying Unknown Phenomena===Matthew Szydagis is an Associate Professor of Physics with a deep passion for scientific exploration. He obtained his bachelor's, master's, and PhD degrees from the University of Chicago before joining the faculty at the University at Albany, SUNY, where he has been a dedicated professor for over nine years. Matthew's research focuses on the detection of dark matter and Weakly Interacting Massive Particles (WIMPs). With his expertise in astroparticle physics, he brings a unique perspective to the study of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/merged_podcast
5 Apr 2023
Transcending Reality: Discussing the Science & Philosophy of UAPs - w/ Curt Jaimungal | Merged EP0107
Curt Jaimungal & Ryan Graves explore profound topics surrounding UAP (UFOs) and consciousness. Curt expands upon his view of reality, and explains why remaining open and inquisitive leads to deeper understandings of the universe. He also interviews Ryan on his personal encounters with UAP, and his thoughts as to how we can bring this topic into the mainstream. Curt and Ryan discuss contradictions and paradoxes that are present in the UAP conversation, clues pointing to UAP, and why it's important for scientists to begin studying this phenomena. Due to a technical issue, the audio for this episode was lost. But due to the advancements of modern technology, we were able to recover a lot of the episode. We have added subtitles to the episode to make it easier to understand. Big thanks and shoutout to Adobe Podcast "Enhance" for their assistance.===TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro2:16 Exploring the Theories of Everything18:39 Expanding Consciousness29:30 Opening up a Conversation around UAP51:26 Contradictions & Paradoxes1:06:30 Is Meditation ONLY a Spiritual Practice?1:09:42 Clues Pointing to UAP1:12:39 Steps for Moving This to the Mainstream1:20:03 Ryan Answers UAP Questions1:52:29 Conclusion===Curt Jaimungal is a Torontonian filmmaker who decided to pursue the lens while studying Mathematical Physics at the University of Toronto.As the host of Theories of Everything, Curt observes topics on theoretical physics (GUTs), consciousness, God, free will; all the profound questions we tend to outwardly ignore, but inwardly wrestle with. Theories of Everything, one of the fastest growing science and philosophy podcasts, analyzes the current state of TOEs: that is, it surveys the landscape of Theories of Everything (pros, cons, and relations of each such as Wolfram’s Physics model, Geometric Unity, String Theory, and even consciousness-based-TOEs). To be a part of the discussion, type Theories of Everything into YouTube, and subscribe to learn more about quantum paradoxes, free will, and consciousness.https://www.youtube.com/c/theoriesofeverythinghttps://theoriesofeverything.org===* Note: at 10:40, John Vervaeke the correct spelling of his name*===Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com
11 Mar 2023
Breaking the UAP Stigma: How the Galileo Project is Changing the Game - Abby White | Merged EP0106
Today on Merged Podcast with host Ryan Graves we get an inside look into the groundbreaking Galileo project, which is currently studying UAP (UFOs), through the eyes of research fellow Abby White. Abby explains how she integrated into the Galileo Project, her experience working on it, and the tools used to study UAP (UFOs). She shares her perspective on breaking stigma around the subject, and why validated scientific research matters in order to move the topic forward.She also reveals what it has been like to explain what she does for work to others, and what her peers think about the subject.===TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:00 Abby’s Educational Background12:35 Working on the Galileo Project20:03 Break Stigma & Paradigm Shifts28:29 Tools for Studying UAP (UFOs)39:21 Implications of Speaking out46:18 Continuation of Study47:59 Advice for Young People Getting Involved50:54 Galileo Project Today58:55 Conclusion===Abby White is a recent graduate of Wellesley College, and recent a Research Fellow in the Theoretical Astrophysics Division at the Harvard College Observatory. She is also a Pre Doctoral Fellow Copernicus Space Corporation, and is pursuing a PhD in astrophysics.===Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com
24 Feb 2023
Captured on Camera: Pilot & Photographers' Unexplained Images - Christiaan van Heijst | Merged EP0105
Host Ryan Gives interviews Christiaan van Heijst in this episode, exploring his vast decades of flying planes where he details several experiences of witnessing anomalies that he can't explain. Today, he explains those Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) sightings with us and the photos that he has captured of these unexplainable objects in the sky.Christiaan shares his story over working in aviation, finding passion in photography, and his curiosity with UAP (UFO) after having several strange encounters while flying. ===TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:36 Christiaan’s Military Aviation Background18:56 Current Aviation Work21:07 Photography as a Pilot 28:15 Discussing UAP (UFO)38:28 Tools for Determining Flight Threats40:54 Possible UAP Sightings53:38 Do Other Pilots See These?1:03:50 UAP (UFO) Encounters that Remain Mysterious 1:11:39 Bringing Awareness to this1:15:01 Christiaan’s Most Recent Sighting1:28:49 Conclusion===Christiaan van HeijstChristiaan is a Dutch airline pilot who's been flying since the age of fourteen. He started his career flying turboprops in Africa and Afghanistan, flew the Boeing 737 for four years and has been flying the Boeing 747 for the last twelve years. He's logged over 9,500 flight hours and is now a captain on the 747.Parallel to his flying career, he is an award-winning photographer specializing in photography from the flight deckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpcvanheijst/Website: https://jpcvanheijst.comhttp://www.ipaco.fr/page28.html===Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com
15 Feb 2023
Pilot Breaks the Silence on UAP Encounters - with Chris Van Voorhis | Merged EP0104
Pilot Chris Van Voorhis has been flying a plane since the age of 14, and has had decades of experience with over 30,000 flight hours. Today, he shares the many encounters he has had with UAP while flying, and reveals that many of the pilots he knows have also seen these objects. He shares why he believes airlines are attempting to silence pilots from speaking on this matter, and why this skepticism is holding us back. He also explains his perspective on what impact disclosure would have on humanity, and if we should consider this a safety threat.===TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:04 Becoming a Pilot at 147:20 First Encounter with a UAP 14:15 Airlines Silencing Witnesses22:25 How it Changed Me27:08 Recent Sightings 36:37 This will change humanity41:41 What UAP Look Like43:53 Safety Concerns - Is This a Threat?50:23 Is This Common?53:37 Ryan’s Experiences58:07 Conclusion ===Pilot Chris Van Voorhis:- At age 14 started flying with the Civil Air Patrol- Domestic and international commercial pilot with over 30,000 flight hours- Military contracted pilot for Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm- Airbus 330 Flight instructor- Former Police Officer===Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com
8 Feb 2023
Fastest Ejection in Naval History: Kegan Gill's Near-Death Experience & UAP Encounter | Merged EP0103
Kegan Gill’s life changed forever after narrowly surviving a jet crash in which he set the record for the fastest ejection in naval aviation history. Today, he shares his story of the accident, his miraculous physical recovery, and the extreme hardships he faced following the incident.He explains how a traumatic brain injury led him to a psych word, on psychiatric medication - and how he started his journey to healing, and supporting others to do the same. He also shares his experience with UAP, and his own personal encounter with this phenomena.===TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:44 Surviving a Jet Crash 23:35 Miraculous physical Recovery 37:00 Joining the Military Again39:08 UAP Encounter46:22 Experiencing Other Jet Crashes 54:39 Kegan’s memory of the crash 59:55 Mental & Trauma Recovery1:28:44 Healing w/ Psychedelics & Community 1:36:44 Conclusion===Kegan “SMURF” Gill is a former US Navy F/A-18E pilot. In 2014 he sustained devastating injuries from a high-speed ejection into the sound barrier, surviving the fastest ejection in the history of naval aviation. After over a dozen surgeries, two years of rehabilitation and weening himself off high dosage pain meds he returned to flying Super Hornets. Today he is an ultra-endurance athlete, motivational speaker, veteran advocate and completing his first book while raising a family. He is on a mission to heal mind, body and soul through alternative modalities.https://www.heroicheartsproject.org/http://defendersoffreedom.us/https://warriorangelsfoundation.org/===Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.com
1 Feb 2023
Pilot’s Shocking UAP Sightings & What This Means For Aviation - w/ Mark Hulsey | Merged EP0102
Pilot Mark Hulsey is a former F/A-18 Hornet turned commercial pilot who has encountered UAP multiple times in his 12,000 hours of flight time. Frustrated, Mark questions why these phenomena are not openly investigated and reflects on the backlash he has received, mysteriously missing radar footage, and why everyone has the right to know what’s happening. ===TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:50 Mark’s Military Background5:00 First UAP Encounter26:11 Mark’s Career Now28:40 Memorable UAP Sighting49:40 Backlash from skeptics52:22 Actual Radar Footage54:14 Steps to Expanding Our Understanding58:16 People have the Right to Know1:08:43 Gathering Data1:14:04 How Common This Is1:18:39 Conclusion ===Mark Hulsey: Mark Hulsey began his flying career learning to fly helicopters at only 16 years old. At 18, he enlisted in the Marine Corps and served as a meteorologist until 1992. Afterward, Mark flew helicopter tours in Hawaii until he left in 1995 to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. In 1998, Mark graduated with a bachelor's degree in aeronautical science and was commissioned in December 1998 as an Officer in the United States Marine Corps. Mark graduated top of his class in primary flight training and was assigned to VT-22 NAS Kingsville, Texas. After receiving his "Wings of Gold," Mark was assigned to Naval Air Station Lemoore to fly the F/A-18 Hornet. Mark retired from service in 2014. Today, he continues to fly helicopters and corporate jets for many leaders within the tech industry. Mark has accumulated over 12,000 hours of flight time and holds three Airline Transport Pilot ratings in single and multi-engine land, seaplane, and helicopters. He is a certified flight instructor in all three categories and a Designated Pilot Examiner for the Federal Aviation Administration.===Ryan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgTwitter: @uncertainvectorConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comPatreon: patreon.com/user?u=86919567
18 Jan 2023
Unlocking the Secrets of UFOs: How UAP Could Change Science Forever - with Garry Nolan | Merged EP0101
As news of UAP (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena) encounters begin to enter mainstream media, we are being encouraged as a collective to not look the other way any longer. On this first episode of the Merged Podcast, we explore the impact of UAP Sightings on the scientific community, and how we can study this technology to innovate our current systems on Earth.Garry Nolan discusses the path forward for studying and legitimizing UAP research, and why he sees this as a possible "commercial gold mine". He shares his perception of the impact this will have on society and the danger of continuing to keep this information secret from the public. JOIN PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=86919567===TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:28 Media Reaction to UAP Report5:07 Proving to the Scientific Community14:58 What We Can Learn From UAP33:52 Surprising UAP Sighting 37:39 Path forward for legitimizing research45:55 Copernicus & Space Travel 56:41 What We Need to Draw Conclusions 1:05:36 Trusting the Data 1:15:20 Will Disclosure Change Us?1:21:09 NASA’s & DOD’s UAP investigation 1:25:55 Danger of Keeping UAP Secret 1:31:54 How You can Get Involved 1:38:26 AI & Machine Learning1:42:00 It’s Okay to Wonder About UFOs1:48:08 Recent Pilots' UAP Sightings1:53:21 Conclusion===Dr. Garry Nolan:Dr. Nolan is the Rachford and Carlota A. Harris Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine. He trained with Leonard Herzenberg (for his Ph.D.) and Nobelist Dr. David Baltimore (for postdoctoral work for the first cloning/characterization of NF-κB p65/ RelA and the development of rapid retroviral production systems). He has published over 300 research articles and is the holder of 40 US patents, and has been honored as one of the top 25 inventors at Stanford University.Council Bluffs Research Paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0376042121000907===Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merged_podcast/?igshid=YWJhMjlhZTc%3DRyan Graves: AIAA UAP: https://www.aiaauap.orgConnect with Us: Website: http://www.mergedpodcast.comMerged Point: https://www.mergedpoint.comPatreon: patreon.com/user?u=86919567
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