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UFO: The Inside Story of the U.S. Government's Search for Alien Life
The Michael Shermer Show
The Interwoven Narratives of UFOs and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
This chapter explores the history of UFOs and the connection between the kooky UFO phenomenon on Earth and the scientific quest for intelligent life in the universe. It delves into the evolving understanding of science, anxieties, and the geopolitical context that shaped the UFO phenomenon. The chapter also highlights the collapse of public trust in government, the rise of conspiracy theories, and the belief in UFOs as mythic creatures.
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