American Alchemy

Fake ‘Alien Signals’ Drove Him Insane... (ft. Greg Bishop)

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Jul 5, 2025
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Greg Bishop
Greg Bishop, a UFO journalist and author, dives deep into the bizarre case of Paul Bennewitz, whose encounters with the Air Force's disinformation led him into paranoia. They explore Kirtland Air Force Base's hidden role in UFO mythology and the mental toll on witnesses. The conversation highlights Richard Doty's controversial actions and the dangers of misinformation. They also touch on governmental secrecy, the implications of anti-gravity technology, and the persistent allure of UFO phenomenon in popular culture.
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ANECDOTE

Bennewitz's UFO Obsession and Decline

  • Paul Bennewitz was an electronics engineer who lived near Kirtland Air Force Base and became obsessed with UFOs.
  • The Air Force monitored and manipulated him through disinformation and staged events, leading to his mental decline.
INSIGHT

UFOs as Intelligence Tools

  • UFO phenomena have been used by intelligence agencies as tools for counterintelligence and misinformation.
  • This strategy helped track, mislead, and control people interested in UFOs, including researchers and potential spies.
ANECDOTE

False Alien Signals to Bennewitz

  • Bennewitz built advanced equipment to intercept transmissions he believed were alien signals.
  • The Air Force fed him false signals decoded as alien messages, deepening his belief and paranoia.
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