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Ryan Purkey
Researcher and writer focused on the history of UFO skepticism and government involvement, known for investigative Substack work examining figures like Donald H. Menzel and Cold War-era records.
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Jan 8, 2026
• 42min
The Man Who Shaped UFO Skepticism | Donald Menzel Explained (Part 1)
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In a captivating discussion, researcher Ryan Purkey delves into the life of Donald H. Menzel, a Harvard astronomer and WWII naval intelligence officer pivotal in shaping UFO skepticism. They explore Menzel's prodigious academic rise and his wartime contributions to cryptography and radar. Purkey highlights Menzel’s role in Cold War intelligence and his connections to key UFO events like Roswell. The conversation links historical secrecy practices to today’s UFO cover-up narrative, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of skepticism's roots.
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