
The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford | UAP & Politics
Join us on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford as we explore the frontiers of AI, UFO / UAP phenomena, emerging tech, and global politics. We dive into breaking developments in science, cryptocurrency, and national security with exclusive interviews, sharp investigations, and expert analysis.From unexplained aerial phenomena to the rise of artificial intelligence, we unpack how these forces are reshaping privacy, policy, and society.🎙️ Guests include Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, former Pentagon insider Lue Elizondo, ex–Deputy Undersecretary of Defense Christopher Mellon, and top voices from the science, tech, and crypto worlds.Subscribe for deep-dive discussions, behind-the-scenes intel, and what’s really happening in Washington and beyond.The Good Trouble Show:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShowPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShowTwitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShowInstagram: @goodtroubleshowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshowThreads: https://www.threads.net/@thegoodtroubleshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.
Latest episodes

Jul 2, 2025 • 1h 43min
Retired US Navy Rear Admiral: Why We Need UFO Legislation
Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, PhD, US Navy (ret), joins us to discuss why the public must act now and sign the UAP Disclosure Act petition. First introduced in 2023 by a coalition led by Senators Chuck Schumer and Mike Rounds, and supported by key members of the intelligence and armed services committees, the bill received unanimous Senate backing but was later stripped of core provisions in the House. It is now being reintroduced with renewed urgency in 2025.Admiral Gallaudet will also discuss the recent Wall Street Journal article on UAP / UFOs and how the Pentagon is using news outlets to push disinformation to the American public.The Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) Disclosure Act is historic bipartisan legislation aimed at restoring proper oversight of UAP programs, ensuring lawful disclosure, and granting the public and scientific community access to long-hidden government records.📢 Your voice matters. To push this legislation forward: 1. Call your Senators and Representatives to demand action. 2. Sign the petition at https://uapda.org/petition 3. Join a local UAP advocacy group or share this video to raise awareness.Segment Producer: Ali Travis Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShowLinks:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShowX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShowBlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 16min
International Space Station Scientist: We Can't Afford to Lose Space to China
In this episode, we explore the broader implications of the U.S.-China space race, particularly regarding the International Space Station (ISS) and its critical role in maintaining American leadership in space. Investigative journalist Matt Ford is joined by Dr. Donna Roberts and Anna Brady Estevez to discuss how abandoning the ISS could jeopardize U.S. dominance and impact national security. They analyze the rapid advancements in China’s space program and the political landscape, including tensions involving key figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk. This episode emphasizes the importance of U.S. investment in space science and technology amidst rising geopolitical challenges and the need for robust UAP research to secure the nation's position in the new space race.Matt Ford is joined by Dr. Donna Roberts, MD, Deputy Chief Scientist at the ISS National Laboratory, and Anna Brady Estevez of American DeepTech to discuss why continued U.S. investment in the ISS is critical to science, technology, and national security. From cutting-edge space science and international space policy to rising tensions in low Earth orbit, the future of American space leadership is on the line.The conversation also dives into political tensions here on Earth. Is the feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk putting U.S. space leadership at risk? As Congress debates the controversial “Big Beautiful Bill,” funding for space technology, the ISS, and national science priorities hangs in the balance.With Elon Musk threatening to pull SpaceX support and China accelerating its space strategy, Matt Ford asks the tough questions: Are we sleepwalking into a new space Cold War? Can America afford to cede the final frontier?Segment Producer: Ali Travis Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShowLinks:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShowX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShowBlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

Jun 20, 2025 • 2h 15min
UFO Debris and Nuclear Secrets: Cold War Whistleblower Insights
In this episode of The Good Trouble Show, we explore the mysterious connection between UFOs and nuclear events. Energy technologist Geoff Cruickshank shares groundbreaking insights on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) linked to Cold War nuclear incidents. We analyze the intriguing claims made by whistleblower Harald Malmgren about his firsthand experience with UFO debris tied to a pivotal nuclear test. Discover how such extraordinary testimonies challenge conventional narratives and influence national security discussions today. Join us for an engaging conversation that unpacks the political intrigue surrounding UFOs, military history, and the future of our understanding of UAP. Tune in for insightful commentary and updates on this ongoing phenomenon.Don't miss Geoff's detailed analysis here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/bluegill-booster-fireball-theory-flawed-argument-geoff-cruickshank-5wujc?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&utm_campaign=share_viaSegment Producer: Ali Travis Links:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShowX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShowBlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

Jun 18, 2025 • 2h 6min
UAP Cover-Ups & UFO Insights: Exposing Pentagon Misinformation with Robert Salas
In this engaging UAP / UFO current events episode of The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford, we delve into the secrets behind Pentagon UFO cover-ups and the implications of UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) allegations. Featuring whistleblower Robert Salas, and a statement from Pentagon whistleblower Lue Elizondo, we investigate critical insights shared in a controversial Wall Street Journal article, revealing government misinformation regarding UFO sightings near ICBM facilities. We also discuss how these unsettling revelations impact our understanding of extraterrestrial life and current events. Join us as host Matt Ford provides expert analysis, presenting unique clips and documentation that mainstream media often overlooks, shining a light on the hidden truths behind UAP phenomena and the political ramifications of governmental silence.Segment Producer: Ali Travis Links:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShowX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShowBlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

May 27, 2025 • 59min
The UAP Revolution: How Transparency Will Transform Our Future with Dr. Anna Brady-Estevez
In this exclusive episode of The Good Trouble Show, we delve into the UAP phenomenon with Dr. Anna Brady-Estevez, who is leading the charge for UAP transparency. Recorded at the groundbreaking UAP Disclosure Fund experts panel on May 1, 2025, in Washington, DC, this two-part interview features insights from lawmakers and experts on the evolving landscape of UFO research and national security. Learn how UAP realities intersect with fields like finance and technology as we explore the implications for future policies and societal change.Dr. Anna Brady-Estevez is a distinguished leader in deep technology investment, innovation policy, and science-driven entrepreneurship. She is the Founding Partner of American DeepTech, a deep technology investment firm dedicated to advancing transformative technologies across sectors such as space, energy, biotechnology, AI and secure digital systems.Anna is a Kauffman Fellow investor, ranked as the #7 woman globally, in the Kauffman Fellows Fund Returners Index (a ranking similar to Forbes Midas list).In her previous role as a Program Director at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), Dr. Brady-Estevez managed the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) portfolio, directing $250 million in grants to early-stage startups. She directed the commercial national portfolios in Energy, Space tech, Clean tech, Digital Assets & Blockchain and Chemical Technologies at NSF. Her early stage portfolio has achieved more than $8.5 billion in follow-on financing and over $17 billion in total company valuations for companies like Ascend Elements, Epirus, Stoke Space Technologies, and Syzygy Plasmonics. Dr. Brady-Estevez has also served as a Senior Investment Advisor and Venture Partner at the U.S. Small Business Administration's SBIC program, which invests over $5 billion annually in venture capital and private equity. Her government service includes co-chairing the U.S. Space Economy Interagency Working Group alongside NASA and the U.S. Digital Assets R&D Agenda alongside the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Segment Producer: Ali Travis Links:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShowX/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShowBlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

May 21, 2025 • 1h 9min
Dr. Jacques Vallee on UAP / UFOs & Steven Spielberg's New UFO Movie
Dr. Jacques Vallée, a distinguished computer scientist and astronomer known for his groundbreaking research on UFOs, sheds light on the enigma of UAPs and their cultural significance. He discusses his book, 'Forbidden Science 6,' and his pivotal role in creating a comprehensive UFO database. Vallée shares personal encounters and the psychological impacts of such phenomena, explores the challenges of government initiatives in UFO research, and highlights the importance of transparency over misinformation in shaping public understanding.

Apr 30, 2025 • 58min
The SHOCKING Truth About Wikipedia's Attacks on Public Figures
On this episode of The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford, one of America's most prominent trial attorneys, Todd McMurtry addresses the systematic targeting by an organized group of Wikipedia editors who defame or remove pages of public figures with whom they disagree. Organizations coordinate hundreds of Wikipedia editors to target Wikipedia pages related to pseudoscience, including UFOs / UAP.Former President George W. Bush economic advisor, Pippa Malmgren, her late father, Presidential Advisor and Diplomat Harald Malmgren, and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence Christopher Mellon had their Wikipedia pages deleted or altered by a senior Wikipedia editor due to the advocacy for UAP / UFO transparency by the government. Christopher Mellon's Wikipedia page was deleted entirely, while Ambassador Malmgren's page was significantly altered, and Pippa Malmgren's page has been nominated for deletion. Segment Producer Ali TravisThe Good Trouble Show:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshow Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShow BlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShow Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 39min
UAP / UFOs: What do the aliens want?
UAP / UFOs are flying in our skies. Are they piloted by aliens, and if so, why are they here, and what do they want? Reed Summers, the host of the new podcast "Emergent," discusses the possibilities.Reed Summers is an investigator and public speaker, host of the EMERGENT Podcast and a public advocate for human sovereignty and safe human interaction with non-human intelligence. He writes and speaks extensively on the UAP/UFO phenomenon and its disclosure to the public and presents a comprehensive and logical framework for understanding Contact and our human evolution in a universe of intelligent life. His work sheds light on the activities and behaviors of the non-human intelligence (NHI) present in our world. It seeks to expand our human capacity to understand their nature and origin as well as their motivations and intentions for involvement with the human species. His forthcoming book on the motive and intent of non-human intelligence will equip citizens with key information and practical methods to help them interpret and respond to the reality of NHI interacting with humanity in an informed and empowered way.You can find Reed's podcast at: https://www.reedsummers.com/podcast/Reed is offering further discussion on the topic at: https://www.reedsummers.com/course/On X: @reedsummers7 @emergentpodcastThe Good Trouble Show:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshow Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShow BlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShow Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

Mar 8, 2025 • 2h 43min
The Bizarre Case of New Jersey's Mystery Drones
In this month's news, Trump Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the mystery drones flown across New Jersey were "authorized to be flown by the FAA" in the first press briefing of the Trump administration. But are these really UAPs/ UFOs? Is the Trump Administration telling the truth?Last month, the UAP Disclosure Fund hosted a town hall to discuss the public safety concerns of these drones operating with impunity over American airspace. The panel from The UAP Disclosure Fund, including Yuan Fung, Chris Grooms, Richard Lang, and Gerry and John Tedesco brothers, joins us on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford to discuss the latest and how we must demand transparency from the Trump administration on this public safety issue. The Good Trouble Show: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshow Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646 Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShow BlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShowSegment Producer Ali TravisBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.

Feb 21, 2025 • 1h 59min
Pentagon Showdown: Congress Fights for UAP Truth with Matt Laslo
Washington, D.C. journalist Matt Laslo of Askapol will join us #live on The Good Trouble Show with Matt Ford to discuss the latest 2025 UAP News, including the Federal Secrets Task Force, which will investigate UFOs / UAP, the JFK assassination, and other national secrets. During our live stream, Matt Laslo will take your questions. With the release of the JFK files, Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna and Congressman James Comer, the Chair of the House Oversight Committee, announced the formation of the Federal Secrets Task Force. The task force will work to declassify files from the CIA and others related to UFOs / UAPs / USOs, as well as classified files on the JFK, RFK, and Martin Luther King Assassinations. Congress is gearing up for a Pentagon Showdown as they fight for the truth on UFOs/ UAP and other federal secrets.The Good Trouble Show: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thegoodtroubleshowPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheGoodTroubleShow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodTroubleShow Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodTroubleShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodtroubleshow/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goodtroubleshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Good-Trouble-Show-With-Matt-Ford-106009712211646Threads: @TheGoodTroubleShowBlueSky: @TheGoodTroubleShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-trouble-show-with-matt-ford-uap-politics--5808897/support.