The Joe Rogan Experience #1645 - Christopher Mellon
May 5, 2021
Christopher Mellon, a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence, shares captivating insights into government UFO investigations. He discusses how childhood experiences fueled his passion for the phenomenon and the societal stigma surrounding it. Mellon examines the shift in Washington's attitude towards UFOs post-2017, explores significant incidents like Project Blue Book, and highlights the national security implications of rising sightings, especially near military sites. He also tackles the complexities of understanding UAPs, urging for greater transparency in military encounters.
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Early Interest
- Chris Mellon's interest in UFOs began at age seven after seeing a film of a golden disk UFO.
- The object seemed to disappear into a cloud, making it difficult to explain as a hoax.
Maui Space Optical Tracking Facility
- Mellon cautiously inquired about UFO sightings during a colleague's visit to Maui Space Optical Tracking Facility.
- The resulting unclassified video, played on Nightline, showed mystifying objects but yielded no official answers.
Political Risks of UFO Discussions
- Joe Rogan asks Mellon about the political risks of discussing UFOs in government.
- Mellon concealed his interest for years, confiding only in trusted friends due to the stigma.