That UFO Podcast Bryce Zabel on UFOs, Hollywood, and the Fight for Disclosure
Oct 3, 2025
Bryce Zabel, an award-winning TV producer and author known for creating 'Dark Skies' and co-hosting 'Need to Know,' shares his insights on UFOs, Hollywood, and government disclosure. He examines the latest congressional hearings and discusses the controversial 'Age of Disclosure' documentary. Bryce candidly explains his disagreements on UFO origins and updates on his podcast transitions. Diving into JFK records and UFO connections, he also explores the challenges of public attention on extraterrestrial topics. Expect intriguing storytelling and a big-picture hypothesis!
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From Local News To Hollywood
- Bryce Zabel moved from broadcast journalism to screenwriting after his wife suggested he read and try writing a screenplay.
- That first script sold and led to a long Hollywood career including Dark Skies and other genre projects.
Disagreement Can Improve Shows
- Bryce says disagreements between cohosts can strengthen a podcast by forcing critical thinking and variety of perspectives.
- He frames creative collaboration like Hollywood: the best idea wins, not personal agreement.
Disagree Without Burning Bridges
- Bryce disagreed with Ross Coulthart about the Tic Tac being Lockheed Martin tech and stressed healthy professional disagreement.
- He emphasizes sourcing matters and that differing informed views are normal in this field.
