BIO: Robert Salas is a 1964 graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. He served seven years on active duty. He worked as a weapons controller, flew target drones, commanded intercontinental ballistic missiles as a launch officer, and a worked as an Air Force missile propulsion engineer on the Titan III program. From 1971â73 he worked as a safety and reliability engineer for Martin-Marietta Aerospace and Rockwell International on Space Shuttle design proposals. From 1974 until his retirement in 1995 he worked for the Federal Aviation Administration. In 2005 he published the book Faded Giant with coauthor James Klotz which details the UFO incident he witnessed in 1967. Mr. Salas has been publicly speaking about this incident at UFO conferences, on radio, and on television since 1996.
New Jersey, as everyone in UFO world is aware, was ground zero for a full-on flap involving what most witnesses reported as mysterious drones. Whatâs noteworthy is that this same region was where residents panicked during Orson Wellesâs radio production of The War of the Worlds in 1938. Itâs also the area where there were two flaps in 1966, one in January and another in October, with the most dramatic reports centered around the Wanaque Reservoir. In this blog, weâll focus on the January flap. At that time, several different investigators arrived on the scene, and as a result, there are several different versions of what happened.
In this episode, we sit down with historian, Dr. Rebecca Charbonneau to explore her fascinating new book, Mixed Signals. At the height of the Cold War, amidst nuclear brinkmanship and deep political divides, an unlikely collaboration emerged between the United States and the Soviet Union in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. Rebecca dives into the extraordinary partnership between Ukrainian astrophysicist Iosif Shklovsky and American astronomer Carl Sagan, whose groundbreaking work in radio astronomy brought the hunt for alien signals into the scientific mainstream. From bizarre experimentsâlike sending the sound of ballerinasâ movements into spaceâto navigating the political tightrope of Cold War diplomacy, this story is as thrilling as it is thought-provoking. Join us as Rebecca unpacks how the search for alien life not only opened up new frontiers in science but also fostered a unique philosophy of international collaboration, proving that even amidst earthly tensions, humanity could unite in its curiosity about the cosmos.
Simulcast on KGRA Digital Broadcasting, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter & Rumble | Tuesday, January 28, 2025 @ 7:00 PM EDT (-5GMT)
BIO: Rebecca Charbonneau is a historian at the American Institute of Physics, as well as an affiliate of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory and the St. Andrews SETI Post-Detection Hub. She holds an MSc in the history of science, medicine, and technology from the University of Oxford and a PhD in the history and philosophy of science from the University of Cambridge. Rebecca lives in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area with her husband, Jim, and their cat, Sputnik. đ Order Rebecca Charbonneauâs book, Mixed Signals.
*Note: I have a different opinion than Charles, but respect other peopleâs opinions, Martin
Jake Barber, Whistleblower
On Saturday, January 18, there was a much hyped exclusive on NewsNation, presented by Ross Coulthart. What was promised was testimony from a âwhistleblowerâ along with video to back it up that a government UFO crash retrieval program does indeed exist. There was much excitement on social media, but once the episode aired, there was much anger and disappointment, the main complaint being that the video was less than convincing. While there was a lot of focus on the video, there was another focus on what we believe should always be the first principle when examining claims of this nature, and that is: Consider the source. Read more →
Join Lue Elizondo, Kevin Wright, and Martin Willis as they dive into the latest updates in the world of UFO investigations. The discussion includes insights into a new whistleblower, Jake Barber, and an in-depth analysis of the video and claims recently featured on NewsNation. What does this mean for the UFO/UAP conversation? Are we closer to uncovering the truth? Tune in to hear opinions, thoughtful analysis, and the implications for the ongoing disclosure movement.
Simulcast on KGRA Digital Broadcasting, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter & Rumble | Tuesday, January 21, 2025 @ 7:00 PM EDT (-5GMT)
BIO: Luis âLueâ Elizondo is the former head of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), the Pentagon unit that researched UFOs, now known as Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). Prior to AATIP, Elizondo oversaw counterespionage and counterterrorism investigations worldwide for the Department of Defense, and also worked for the OďŹce of the National Counterintelligence Executive and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Elizondo is a proud Army veteran, and later served his country throughout the world including South Korea, Latin America, the Caribbean, Afghanistan, and other countries throughout the Middle East. Elizondo is a graduate of the University of Miami, where he studied microbiology and immunology.
BIO: Kevin Wright has 20+ years of experience in public relations, communications, and issue advocacy in Washington, DC. He founded Solve Advocacy, an issue advocacy and communications consulting firm dedicated to UAP and edge science issues. He advises the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studiesâ (SCU) Board of Directors on public affairs and public relations.
BIO: Martin Willis, has harbored a fascination with the subject of UFOs since his formative years. Initially wavering in his beliefs, his encounter with a UFO in Carmel Valley, CA, in 2007 served as an epiphany, solidifying his conviction in the existence of Unidentifiable Flying Objects. Since that transformative moment, Martin has attentively followed discussions surrounding the phenomenon, maintaining a stance of cautious skepticism tempered by an ever-open mind. With a firm belief that the truth behind UFOs/UAPs may forever elude us, including the enigmatic stance of governments such as the US, Martin regards the exploration of this mystery as one of paramount importance and unparalleled excitement. His interest in astronomy underscores his conviction that humanity is not alone in the universe, fueling a steadfast scientific curiosity regarding the vast cosmos. As a passionate advocate for the UFO community, Martin founded the acclaimed Podcast UFO in November 2011, conducting over 600 illuminating interviews on the subject (2024). His expertise and dedication have led to prestigious speaking engagements, including serving as the keynote speaker at the Pine Bush UFO Conference in 2022 and as a speaker at the Shag Harbour UFO Expo in in Nova Scotia, 2023. In 2024, he spoke at the Skywatchers Amateur Astronomers Club in South Carolina, had the role of Master of Ceremonies for the Annual MUFON International Symposium in Texas as well as the Shag Harbour UFO Expo in Nova Scotia (2024 & slated for 2025), further cementing his standing within the UFO community.
On Saturday, January 11, I paid a visit to David Marler at the new facility in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, housing the contents of the National UFO Historical Records Center. The NUFOHRC is a recently formed non-profit organization, and the facility consists of two buildings provided by Rio Rancho Public Schools on the campus of the Martin Luther King Elementary School. In one of the buildings is a treasure trove of, well, UFO Historical Records, including the case files of the big three in twentieth century UFO investigation: the National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena, the Center for UFO Studies, and the Aerial Phenomena Research Organization. The APRO files had been in private hands since APRO ceased being active in 1988, and I was particularly eager to see those, as well as see the facility and offer congratulations to David. Read more →
Special Edition Part B: An in-studio interview, with Ryan Graves, former Lt. US Navy and F/A-18F pilot, to discuss the recent drone sightings, and UFO phenomena. Ryan shares his firsthand accounts, including his squadronâs experience witnessing the âGimbalâ â the first UAP video declassified by the Department of Defense. This extraordinary sighting took place aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt off the coast of Jacksonville, FL, in 2015. We also explore recent reports of drone sightings and their connection to the ongoing investigation of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs). Are these drones part of advanced technology, or do they point to something even more mysterious?
Special Edition Part A: Film producer, Terri Randall on the making of PBS | NOVA | What Are UFOs. A discussion on how Terri put together this episode with NOVA’s science based format. Featuring both sides of witnesses, data, and the possibilities of conclusions.
Simulcast on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter & Rumble | Tuesday, January 17, 2025 @ 7:00 PM EDT (-5GMT)
Ryan Graves is known as the first active-duty military pilot to come forward about regular UFO sightings, paving the way for greater transparency and exploration of this fascinating subject.
RYAN GRAVES
Former Lt. U.S. Navy and F/A-18F Pilot
First active-duty pilot to come forward publicly about regular  sightings of UAPs
Ryan Graves is a former Lt. U.S. Navy and F/A-18F pilot who deployed twice in
support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Inherent Resolve. Graves
was the first active duty pilot to come forward publicly about regular sightings of
UAP and has been featured in â60 Minutes,â The New York Times, and The Joe
Rogan Experience.
Graves serves as co-founder and Executive Director of Americans for Safe
Aerospace (ASA), a military pilot led nonprofit dedicated to aerospace safety and
national security with focus on UAP.
Graves volunteers as the first Chair of the AIAA UAP Integration and Outreach
Committee (UAPIOC). The UAPIOC serves as a neutral, scientifically focused group
enabling greater aerospace safety.
Simulcast on KGRA Digital Broadcasting, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter & Rumble | FRIDAY, January 17, 2025 @ 7:00 PM EDT (-5GMT)
PBS | NOVA | What Are UFOs. A discussion on how Terri put together this episode with NOVA’s science based format. Featuring both sides of witnesses, data, and the possibilities of conclusions.
Premieres Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, at 9 p.m.ET/8 p.m. CT on PBS
The Cast includes:
Ryan Graves: Former F-18 Hornet Pilot (next interview)
Alejandro Rojas: A UFO journalist from Enigma Labs
Jacob Haqq-Misra: An astrobiologist from the Blue Marble Space Institute
Michael Wong: A planetary scientist from the Carnegie Institute for Science
Hakeem Oluysei: An astrophysicist from George Mason University
Mick West: A UAP/UFO investigator
Shelley Wright: A professor of astronomy and astrophysics at the University of California, San Diego
Matt Mountain: A member of the Association of Universities for Research and Astronomy
Joshua Semeter: A member of Boston University’s College of Engineering
Sean Kirkpatrick: A former director of the Pentagon office that decoded UAPs
BIO: Terri Randall studied painting and fine art photography in college, and it was her love of imagery that led her into filmmaking. She began by working as a researcher, finding photos and archival footage for historical documentaries. From researcher, to associate producer, to writer/producer sheâs works in every phase of production. In the early days of her career, there werenât many opportunities for female directors, so Terri created her own. She directed and narrated her 1998 independent documentary short Daughter of the Bride which was nominated for an Academy Award and aired on HBO. Another of her personal films, To Know Where They Are, tells the story of her trip to Poland with her father to uncover what happened to their family during the Holocaust. Funded by the Anti-Defamation League, itâs been used in schools across the country to teach students about the Holocaust.
Since 2008, Terri has directed more than a dozen documentaries for PBSâs NOVA series. Her 2022 documentary Ultimate Space Telescope, about the James Webb Space Telescope, was nominated for a News & Documentary Emmy.
Terri has also directed several short dramatic films for the History Channel, many of which are now permanently displayed at historical sites like George Washingtonâs Mount Vernon and Independence Hall in Philadelphia. These films follow the same approach she uses in her documentaries: letting compelling storytellers tell their own stories. One example is George and Martha Washington: A 40-Year Romance, which is based on Martha Washingtonâs letters to George, with Glenn Close as the voice of Martha Washington.