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NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart digs into stories the media is supposedly not meant to tell, taking a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to other mysteries often missing from the headlines.
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Jan 19, 2026 • 46min
EXCLUSIVE: 2026 UAP PRESS CONFERENCE PREVIEW WITH DIRECTOR JAMES FOX
Filmmaker James Fox, known for his work on UAP documentaries, discusses an upcoming press conference focused on the Varginha, Brazil incident. He delves into eyewitness accounts, including a former military officer's testimony about non-human beings. Fox urges for transparency, emphasizing the public's right to know the truth. He highlights surprising evidence, such as unusual tissue analysis linked to the incident, and calls for Congressional investigations. The conversation is aimed at igniting public interest and stimulating mainstream dialogue about UAP encounters.

Jan 18, 2026 • 37min
ROSS COULTHART Q&A: SECRET MILITARY TUNNELS, ROSS ROASTS A N.Y. POST EDITOR, & PHANTOM PREGNANCIES
Ross Coulthart explores untold stories using a fact-based approach to address various topics, from unidentified aerial phenomena to other mysteries that often go unreported. Now, he is turning to viewers, answering their pressing questions each week. In this week's episode, Coulthart tackles questions about legacy UAP programs, UAP secrets in the Vatican, and if there are secret structures on the moon.U.S. Marine 'forced into silence' over 1997 UAP incident at 29 Palms base | Reality CheckCHAPTER SUMMARY:1:04 Is Pete Hegseth part of legacy UAP programs?7:12 Locations of biologics12:11 Ross responds to Steven Greenstreet14:42 First contact and the Vatican18:35 Structures on the moon20:51 What are NHI using earth for?23:57 UAPs being shot downCREDITS:Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan MedickSegment Producer: Christine JenkinsonAssociate Producer: Will TomasiEditor: Anthony Diasio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 13, 2026 • 1h 13min
Former Whistleblower CIA Operative details his UAP encounter: What else is the CIA hiding?
Join John Kiriakou, a former CIA counter-terrorism officer and whistleblower, as he reveals gripping insights from his experiences in intelligence. He discusses the legality and strategy behind capturing Nicolás Maduro, weighing its geopolitical implications. Kiriakou also reflects on the failures of torture during interrogations, emphasizing the effectiveness of rapport over coercion. Additionally, he shares his childhood fascination with UAPs, questioning what secrets the CIA might still be concealing and urging potential whistleblowers to come forward with caution.

Jan 11, 2026 • 37min
ROSS COULTHART Q&A: CAN WE TRUST THE NEW NAZCA MUMMY VIDEO?
This discussion dives into the U.S. interest in purchasing Greenland, revealing its strategic importance for UAP activity and mineral resources. Ross examines a controversial debunking video of the Nazca mummies, urging for rigorous scientific scrutiny. The conversation shifts to New Jersey's push for independent UAP research amidst frustrations with federal responses. Insights into Mitch McConnell's alleged role in blocking UAP legislation and eerie reports from Catalina Island and Peru add spice, making for a riveting exploration of modern mysteries.

Jan 6, 2026 • 56min
400 USO SIGHTINGS IN CALIFORNIA: WHY ARE THEY MAKING THEMSELVES KNOWN?
Dr. Matthew Szydagis, an astroparticle physicist, and Ben Hansen, a former FBI agent turned UAP researcher, dive deep into the enigma of unidentified submersible objects (USOs) spotted off California's coast. They share astonishing findings from their Catalina Island expeditions, uncovering anomalous GPS malfunctions and strange device failures. The conversation highlights the stigma around UAP research, the significance of peer-reviewed studies, and the intriguing possibility of underwater bases. Could Catalina be a hub for non-human intelligence? Tune in to find out!

Dec 30, 2025 • 1h 17min
UAP HOTSPOT CATALINA ISLAND: ALIEN BASES UNDER THE OCEAN?
Tens of thousands of unidentified submersible objects (USOs) have been sighted off U.S. shorelines and in major bodies of water in recent years, with nearly 400 sightings reported off the coast of California alone. In this episode of Reality Check, Ross Coulthart sits down with UAP researcher and author Richard Dolan. Dolan has been studying UAP and USO activity for decades, paying special attention to Catalina Island. The pair discuss Dolan's research, USO sightings, the existence of possible underwater bases, and if there is a connection between nuclear weapons and these mysterious phenomena.
CHAPTER SUMMARY
:00 Intro
2:49 Meet Richard Dolan
3:09 Catalina Island and UAPs
8:54 Reports of USO sightings
10:40 Observables of USOs
13:58 USO Witness stories
16:21 Military activity linked to sightings?
18:00 U.S. government's efforts to maintain secrecy
23:47 “Missing time” cases
30:05 Is this phenomena a threat?
33:19 Breakaway civilizations
40:39 Physical structures detected underwater
43:42 Categorizing sightings
46:00 Nighttime sightings increasing
49:27 Military encounters
55:41 Link between nuclear weapons and sightings?
56:47 USO sightings throughout history
1:06:30 Final thoughts
CREDITS
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Allen Keefner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 23, 2025 • 38min
REP. TIM BURCHETT, R-TENN: IT'S ABOUT POWER, IT'S ABOUT CONTROL, IT'S ABOUT SECRECY
In this episode of Reality Check, Ross Coulthart sits down with Rep. Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., to discuss unidentified submerged objects (USOs). UAP reporting app Enigma labs says that since its launch in 2022, there have been 9,000 sightings within 10 miles of U.S. shorelines or major bodies of water. Burchett has been outspoken on the topic, citing conversations with former military officials about USOs moving at high speeds underwater, which current technology cannot match. “Over 55% of the population of the United States of America thinks that we're not alone, and I think it's about time we pull the covers off this thing,” he said.
Former Nellis nuclear security guard details anomalous events at base's Area 2 | Reality Check https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mmn5rxfvonUCHAPTER SUMMARY
2:04 How did Burchett’s become interested in USOs
5:27 Possible underwater bases
7:22 Burchett’s discussions with military officials
10:46 Burchett recalls the accounts of officials who have had UAP sightings
12:35 Concerns around sightings near military facilities
16:30 Reports of shadow figures
19:00 Is the U.S. government misleading the public?
21:16 Trump and UAPs
23:40 Attempts at legislation
28:53 Trump’s comments about disclosure
30:58 Religion and the UAP topic
32:23 Final thoughts
CREDITS
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
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Dec 21, 2025 • 43min
ROSS COULTHART Q&A: SKYWATCHER RUMORS & ‘DISCLOSURE DAY’
Ross Coulthart explores untold stories using a fact-based approach to address various topics, from unidentified aerial phenomena to other mysteries that often go unreported. Now, he is turning to viewers, answering their pressing questions each week. In this week's episode, Coulthart tackles questions about metallic spheres, gives an update on Skywatcher, and gives his reaction to the ‘Disclosure Day’ trailer.
CHAPTER SUMMARY::37 Reaction to the ‘Disclosure Day’ trailer6:26 Are metallic spheres aware we are observing them?10:08 What is the program ‘MARSUPIAL’ and was Elon Musk read in?14:10 Skywatcher update16:12 Competing narratives and interests of prominent UAP figures19:19 Ross’ thoughts on the 1997 alien interview23:38 Where can the public report anomalous experiences?25:04 Would Ross ever go back to Australian media?30:01 Ross’ outlook for 2026
CREDITS:Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan MedickSegment Producer: Christine JenkinsonAssociate Producer: Will TomasiEditor: Anthony Diasio
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Dec 16, 2025 • 1h 15min
METALLIC SPHERE HYPOTHESIS: ARE SPHERES SPYING ON US?
Thousands of metallic spheres have been spotted all over the globe. Many of those sightings remain unidentified. In this episode of Reality Check, Ross Coulthart sits down with author Patrick Jackson. Jackson, a paranormal researcher, has been studying this phenomena, which he calls the “sphere network.” The pair discuss Jackson’s theories, possible origins of the spheres, and if they are operated by human or non-human intelligence.
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CHAPTER SUMMARY
:00 Intro
2:18 Meet Patrick Jackson
7:15 England's “most haunted” house
15:13 The sphere network
24:06 Ross plays Jackson’s audio of paranormal digital signals
26:52 Analyzing and decrypting the transmissions
28:58 Spontaneous human combustion
31:40 Sphere network hypothesis model
37:19 Jackson on summoning spheres with a “dog whistle”
43:40 Sphere network in orbit
47:02 Detecting radiation
52:07 Do the spheres have ultra terrestrial origins?
54:25 Jackson breaks down sphere sightings and trends
58:39 Types of spheres
1:03:40 Motives of spheres
CREDITS
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
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Dec 9, 2025 • 59min
LUE ELIZONDO SENDS UAP LETTER TO PRES. TRUMP: DID HE READ IT?
In this episode of Reality Check, Ross Coulthart sits down with Former Pentagon insider, veteran, and investigator Luis "Lue" Elizondo. Together, they break down a letter Elizondo sent to President Trump on January 7, 2024. He calls on the president to investigate the UAP issue plaguing the world. Has President Trump read his memo?
Read Lue Elizondo's memo here: Drones over New Jersey: Crisis in our skies | NewsNation Special
Mysterious drones swarm New Jersey skies, military bases | Reality Check
CHAPTERS LIST
0:00 - INTRO
7:45 - DID PRES. TRUMP RECEIVE THIS MEMO?
9:45 - COMBINING DRONES & UAP IN THE MEMO
10:55 - THE DRONES MYSTERY
15:10 - IS THERE ACTION IN D.C.?
18:35 - WHY IS THE JOINT INTERAGENCY TASK FORCE INADEQUATE?22:10 - DOES LUE THINK THESE ARE DRONES?
25:49 - ARE INVESTIGATIONS OCCURING BEHIND THE SCENES IN D.C.?27:32 - IS PRES. TRUMP THINKING ABOUT DISCLOSURE?
29:32 - PRES. TRUMP HAS RECEIVED ELIZONDO'S LETTER
30:00 - MARCO RUBIO'S ROLE IN UAP INVESTIGATIONS
39:20 - HOW WOULD THE PUBLIC RESPOND TO CONFIDENTIALITY?41:15 - "THE TRUTH IS INDIGESTIBLE"
46:10 - WILL PRES. TRUMP MAKE A DISCLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE THE END OF THE YEAR?
47:52 - WHAT WOULD ELIZONDO DO IF HE WERE PRES. TRUMP?
50:20 - UAP IMPACT ON BANKING AND MARKETS
52:00 - ELIZONDO'S ROLE IN "AGE OF DISCLOSURE"
53:05 - OUTRO
CREDITS
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: William Tomasi
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