Podcast UFO

For those of you who may have an interest in art: Robert K. Wittman had a remarkable career as an FBI agent for 20 years, from 1988 to 2008. Specializing in art theft and cultural property crime, Robert became the FBI’s go-to expert for these types of cases. His impressive work undercover led to the recovery of over $300 billion worth of stolen art and property across 20 different countries. His extensive undercover operations are detailed in his book, Priceless: How I Went Undercover to Rescue the World’s Stolen Treasures. He has fascinating stories.https://www.robertwittmaninc.com/ In 2008, after 20 years with the FBI, Robert Wittman retired from the Bureau and brought his expertise to the private sector. He sought to create a Security and Recovery Consulting firm that would draw on his unique investigative experience to protect its clients from losses related to theft, fraud or forgery. Since its inception, Robert Wittman Inc. has grown far beyond its original vision, providing protection and recovery services to more than 100 public and private collections worldwide. Robert Wittman Inc. continues to proudly serve a diverse portfolio of institutions, auction houses, collectors, galleries, insurance companies and Nations committed to protecting their cultural assets.

Join us for an intriguing discussion with guest DR ROGER STANKOVIC as we delve into the mysterious "Havana Effect" on UFO witnesses. The Havana Syndrome, initially discovered affecting US diplomats and intelligence staff at the former U.S. embassy in Havana, Cuba in November 2016, has since been reported globally.Also featured in this episode, LES VELEZ, founder of the Organization for Paranormal Understanding and Support (OPUS), shares insights into this non-profit organization, which was established in 1994 to provide support and education for individuals experiencing unusual, paranormal, or anomalous phenomena.Additionally, JEREMY RAY recounts his incredible UFO encounter and shares his experiences working for Bigelow Aerospace Advanced Space Studies (BAASS). This fascinating interview is one you won't want to miss!SHOW NOTES

This week, join MUFON UFO researchers, filmmaker Ron James, along with Bob Spearing, as they delve into the case of a purported UFO crash in Oregon. Discover how the internet's many eyes quickly demystified the image as something other than. We'll also preview what to expect at the upcoming MUFON Symposium in Dallas, including discussions on alleged UFO crash debris, purported metamaterials, and unique UFO encounters. Plus, get insights into the fascinating speakers and lectures lined up for the event.SHOW NOTES

Award-winning author Linda Zimmermann presents a compelling exploration of over a century of UFO sightings in the Hudson Valley, New York, as well as northern New Jersey and western Connecticut. Her comprehensive research, combining eyewitness accounts and archival material, reveals startling patterns and events. The book covers mysterious airships of the early 1900s, various UFO shapes, abductions, the 1980s sighting wave, and Pine Bush, the UFO Capital of the Northeast. Zimmermann also investigates how animals react during UFO encounters, often alerting witnesses with their unusual behavior. This intriguing perspective suggests that animals worldwide share similar reactions to UFO phenomena, offering new insights for future research.SHOW NOTES

On December 17, 1969, a news release from the Office of Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs) announced the termination of Project Blue Book. According to the document, Secretary of the Air Force Robert C. Seamans Jr. stated in a memo to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. John D. Ryan that “the continuation of Project Blue Book cannot be justified either on the ground of national security or in the interest of science.” An early indication that this was coming was Dr. J. Allen Hynek, a scientific consultant for Project Blue Book for the entirety of its existence and Projects Sign and Grudge before it, finding out that there was nothing for him in the budget for the upcoming year. Of course, not everyone agreed with the Air Force’s decision and people continued seeing UFOs, but they no longer had an official organization prepared to take reports. Read more →

EVERYTHING ELSE SHOW: In this episode, I'm joined by true crime podcaster, Kate from Nightmare Houses as she discusses her podcast episodes that include homes that one should feel safe in, but sometimes terrible things happen, from hauntings, to all kinds of twisted crimes, murders and mysteries. In particular, we delve into the Karen Read murder trial. Karen Read stands accused of murdering her boyfriend, Officer John O'Keefe, at 34 Fairview Road in Canton, Mass on January 29, 2022, but she insists it's a cover-up which would include Canton Police officers. Outside the Norfolk Superior Courthouse, Read's supporters, dressed in pink, passionately claim her innocence. Meanwhile, prosecutors argue that the evidence clearly indicates a relationship gone wrong. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on this controversial case.Show Notes

Guest Mike Fiorito, author of "For All We Know." Through compelling narrative and storytelling, his book intricately weaves together themes from philosophy of mind, cosmology, parapsychology, psychedelics, and ufology. Listen in while Martin & Mike get into a great discussion about little talked about philosophical thoughts about what the UFO phenomena may be.SHOW NOTES

In last week’s blog, we looked at UFO reports by Pennsylvania citizens that made their way from various agencies, including local police, to the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, which recently released records of these. On February 2, 2024, an article by Millie Emmett headlined “UFOs reported to Essex Police highlighted in data” was posted on the Daily Gazette website that describes sightings found in a list of UFO reports released by the Essex Police. This week, we’ll look at some of the sightings described there as well as others in the Essex area. Read more →

In this engaging conversation, David Jones, a dedicated expert who invested over a year deciphering the Ramey Memo linked to the Roswell UFO crash, shares his groundbreaking insights. He reveals the intriguing discovery of the word "Wreck" and challenges the prevailing Mogul Balloon theory. The discussion dives into the complexities of historical documents, AI's potential role in uncovering hidden meanings, and personal anecdotes from those who believe they hold evidence about the incident. Can this really be the smoking gun we've been waiting for?

From June 01, 2016 The listener can review of what was said then and where we are now. Martin Willis was the first to interview former DoD insider, Chris Mellon. Chris talks about where he ventured with interests in the UFO topic when he was on the inside. What access levels government officials may or may not have, including the US president and why he joined UFOData, as well as the goals they hope to achieve. Chris Mellon's background: Chris graduated from Yale with a Master’s Degree in International Relations, he worked for many years for the US Department of Defense as the Deputy Assistant Secretary, Security & Information Operations as well as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Minority Staff Director of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. His responsibilities included review and oversight of intelligence activities, which included Area 51and other sensitive governmental locations. He also spent over a decade on the Senate Intelligence Committee, involved in oversight of NRO, CIA, NSA and other intelligence organizations. He became the first Congressional official to review all of the NSA’s compartmented programs. Chris is the recipient of numerous awards, including the National Reconnaissance Office Gold Medal and the Defense Intelligence Agency Director’s Medal. Chris has had a lifetime fascination with UFOs, and has recently became a Board Member of UFODATA, UFO Detection & Tracking as he believe the topic needs serious scientific investigation and is putting his efforts forward.