Somewhere In The Skies

On episode 154 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is joined once again by author and journalist, Mike Damante. They discuss the current global pandemic and then dive in to several articles over at Damante's website, PunkRockandUFOs.com. It's a laid back conversation in a stressful time for humanity. So sit back, relax, and let's talk UFOs!  Watch the video version of this episode right now on the YouTube channel!  Ryan will be tentatively speaking at Contact in the Desert this Spring. (Pending COVID-19 guidelines) For tickets, CLICK HERE Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @SomewhereSkies Instagram: @SomewhereSkiesPod Watch Mysteries Decoded for free at www.CWseed.com SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES is edited by Jane Palomera Moore Opening Theme Song, "Ephemeral Reign" by Per Kiilstofte SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES is part of the eOne podcast network. To learn more, CLICK HERE Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/so

On this bonus episode of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, we hear from podcasters, researchers, listeners, and friends from across the United States and abroad as they share their personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences through the COVID-19 pandemic. Many find themselves out of work, self-quarantined, and even on city or state-wide lockdowns. How do they pass the time? What are they working on in terms of podcasting and researching? But most importantly, how can we lift each other up when we've been knocked down by these uncertain times? I hope you enjoy this compilation of stories and insights as we move forward here on the ground and continue looking up, somewhere in the skies. Sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to this episode. And special thanks to everyone who has stayed with us through all of this. Please be kind, be safe, and be well.  Ryan will be tentatively speaking at Contact in the Desert this Spring. (Pending COVID-19 guidelines) For tickets, CLICK HERE Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewheresk

On episode 153 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, we are joined by UFO and cryptid researcher, Chris Holm. Chris hosts the Conspire a Theory podcast which covers such topics as the paranormal, skeptical insights, fandom, and hot topic comedy.  Chris discusses what got him interested in UFOs and the paranormal, some of his personal experiences, and then he and Ryan dig deep in to Chris's approaches to interviewing witnesses and the value of stories. Featured Image by Chris Holm Subscribe to the Conspire a Theory podcast by CLICKING HERE Ryan will be tentatively speaking at Contact in the Desert this Spring. (Pending COVID-19 guidelines) For tickets, CLICK HERE Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @SomewhereSkies Instagram: @SomewhereSkiesPod Watch Mysteries Decoded for free at www.CWseed.com Opening Theme Song, "Ephemeral Reign" by Per Kiilstofte SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES is part of the eOne podcast network. To learn mo

On episode 152 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan speaks with filmmaker, Seth Breedlove, and investigator and podcast host, Shannon LeGro about their new docu-series, On the Trail of UFOs.  On the Trail of UFOs takes an in-depth look at the current state of unidentified flying objects and America's constantly-evolving relationship with the subject. With UFOs being written and talked about in major news outlets and behind closed doors in Washington D.C., Breedlove and series host Shannon Legro set out to document what is by far the most tumultuous point in the history of "flying saucers". The series takes viewers from the gates of Area 51 itself to the snow-capped White Mountains of New Hampshire. Filming took place across the United States, including New York City, Phoenix, Sedona, Los Angeles, Orlando, and Las Vegas. The team interviewed numerous witnesses and investigators of unknown aerial phenomena, including those who claim to have been abducted and experimented upon by real aliens. No stone was left unturn

On episode 151 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is joined in-studio by Leslie Kean and Mike Anthony to talk all about their extensive work looking in to a subject many refuse to think about; death. What happens when we die? Our body ceases to function, but what about that unknown force within us? Is it consciousness or a soul. Are they different or one in the same? Have we lived many lives before and can we remember them? And most importantly, can we survive death? Returning this week is investigative journalist and New York Times Best-Selling author, Leslie Kean. Her most recent book, Surviving Death: A Journalist Investigates Evidence for an Afterlife tackles the very questions I just asked and so much more. Mike Anthony is an actor in New York City. Several years ago, his father died unexpectedly. Then, something extraordinary occurred. Something Mike didn’t believe was possible. And ever since, he's been on a personal journey to find out if his father ended with his body, or continues on in ways we once th

On episode 150 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan welcomes first-time guest, Leslie Kean, and past guest, Diana Walsh Pasulka to the podcast. The UFO topic has gone mainstream like never before, and these two individuals were at the forefront of that huge cultural shift. Leslie Kean is the author of the New York Times Best-Selling book, UFOs: Generals, Pilots, and Government Officials Go on the Record. She also co-authored the 2017 bombshell New York Times article, Glowing Auras and ‘Black Money’: The Pentagon’s Mysterious U.F.O. Program. This article immediately went viral and showed the world that the Pentagon, against all public knowledge and statements, were investigating UFOs. Diana Walsh Pasulka, a professor of religious studies, is the author of the groundbreaking book, American Cosmic: UFOs, Religion, Technology, which follows several high tech entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley who are deeply entrenched in the UFO topic and are spending a lot of time and money investigating the Phenomenon. The book also

On episode 149 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is joined by science writer, Sarah Scoles, to discuss her upcoming book, They Are Already Here: UFO Culture and Why We See Saucers. The book is an anthropological look at the UFO community, told through first-person experiences with researchers in their element as they pursue what they see as a solvable mystery―both terrestrial and cosmic. In the book, and in this conversation, we meet the bigwigs, the scrappy upstarts, the field investigators, the rational people, and the unhinged kooks of this sprawling community. How do they interact with each other? How do they interact with “anomalous phenomena”? And how do they reflect the politics and culture of the larger world around them? Guest Bio: Sarah Scoles is a science writer whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, Slate, Smithsonian, The Washington Post, Scientific American, Popular Science, Discover, New Scientist, Aeon, and Wired. A former editor at Astronomy Magazine, Scoles worked at the National Radio Astr

On episode 148 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, we bring together a collection of UFO sightings and encounters from listeners, culminating it yet another powerful volume of Witness Accounts. Stretching across continents, time, and space, we hear the extraordinary stories of those who have come face-to-face with the mysteries that lay somewhere in the skies. Ryan would like to thank each and every person who shared their story. Without you, these episodes would never exist. Each story has value, and brings us one step closer to finding answers. If you'd like to share your own UFO story on the show, use the contact tab on the website to discuss further. Ryan will be speaking at Contact in the Desert this Spring! For tickets, CLICK HERE Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @SomewhereSkies Instagram: @SomewhereSkiesPod Watch Mysteries Decoded for free at www.CWseed.com Opening Theme Song, "Ephemeral Reign" by Per Kiil

On episode 147 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, MJ Banias returns for a special volume of Somewhere in the Whiskey! We hear all about MJ's recent trip to the highly secretive and mysterious Skinwalker Ranch. How did he gain full access and what did he see, hear, and learn while exploring the property? Then MJ and Ryan discuss the possible alien materials that TTSA and the U.S. Army are now in possession of, and then they go down the cultural rabbit-hole that is Ufology. It's a wide-ranging discussion fueled by some smooth bourbon and rye!  Read MJ's VICE articles at: https://www.vice.com/en_us/contributor/mj-banias Follow him on Twitter @MJBanias For tickets to Contact in the Desert, use the promo code: CLICK HERE Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @SomewhereSkies Instagram: @SomewhereSkiesPod Watch Mysteries Decoded for free at www.CWseed.com Opening Theme Song, "Ephemeral Reign" by Per Kiilstofte SOMEWHERE IN

On episode 146 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, we continue our Project Blue Book conversations with the creator and writer of the titular television series on the History Channel, David O'Leary. He returns to give us the inside scoop on what to expect in season 2 of this hit show. How is J. Allen Hynek involved with the Roswell incident? What brings he and his partner to Area 51? And where is the Project Blue Book team heading throughout this explosive new season? This and much more as we dive in to the world of television and how it portrays our "UFO Dad". Featured image for this episode was originally designed by Karen Kelson. Follow her on Instagram @kkartts Watch Project Blue Book every Tuesday at 10pm ET/PT on the History Channel. To learn more, CLICK HERE Follow David O'Leary on Twitter @davideoleary For tickets to Contact in the Desert, use the promo code: CLICK HERE Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @S

On episode 145 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is joined by filmmaker, Project Blue Book consultant, and professor, Paul Hynek. In this conversation, Paul talks about what it was like growing up in a home where UFOs were everyday conversation over the dinner table. We then hear all about his father's experiences working with the U.S. Air Force in their official investigation of UFOs; Project Blue Book. What does Paul think of how the History Channel television series has treated his father's life and career? And what memorable moments does he have from his father's extensive look in to some of the most famous UFO cases of all time? This and much more as we dive into the life of our "UFO Dad" from one of his actual sons!  Guest Bio: Paul Hynek has worked in tech and entertainment and is currently a business consultant. Paul is also a former adjunct professor at Pepperdine University, and is presently a consultant for HISTORY’s TV series, Project Blue Book, based on a real project to investigate UFOs from 1952

On episode 144 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, the entire Rogue Planet crew is tackling the often under-reported, but fascinating theories and experiences of astronauts pertaining to the UFO and alien topics. Inspired by recent remarks on aliens from the first ever British astronaut, Helen Sharman, the crew talks about similar remarks by Edgar Mitchell, Gordon Cooper, Story Musgrave, and Scott Kelly. Then they talk about the "Russian Cosmic-Power Couple", Pavel and Marina Popovich and their long careers as astronauts, pilots, and UFO researchers. It's a journey through space to tackle the UFO mystery back here on Earth and beyond!  This discussion originally aired on Unknown: A UFO Podcast through the Rogue Planet network. To learn more, visit: www.rogueplanet.tv For exclusive discount tickets to Contact in the Desert, use the promo code: CITDEXTEND and CLICK HERE Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @SomewhereSk

On episode 143 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Shannon LeGro returns to talk all about her new book, Beyond the Fray: Bigfoot, which features personal eyewitness accounts and terrifying encounters with Bigfoot and several other mysterious creatures. Most were taken from the transcripts of Shannon's popular podcast, Into the Fray. After hearing several of Shannon's favorite stories from the book, we move on to her other major project of 2020 which is hosting the upcoming Small Town Monsters docu-series, On the Trail of UFOs. We hear about her travels across America to interview witnesses and researchers of the ever-elusive UFO phenomenon. Order Beyond the Fray Bigfoot by CLICKING HERE Pre-order Beyond the Fray: Paramalgamation by CLICKING HERE Subscribe to Into the Fray on all podcast platforms or visit: www.intothefrayradio.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @SomewhereSkies Instagram: @SomewhereSkiesPod

On episode 142 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, we go back to 1974 in Jacksonville, Florida. Terri Betz, the son of Antoine and Gerri Betz, stumbles upon a strange metal sphere in the woods near their home. Upon bringing it back to their house, it began to exhibit unusual behavior. Soon, the press comes to interview the family and all Hell breaks loose. Within months, the U.S. Navy, Marines, and prominent scientists and UFO researchers flock to Florida to figure out just what exactly these sphere may be. In this audio documentary, we look at the media reports, investigations, and sinister doings that followed before the sphere completely disappeared from public view for nearly fifty years. This episode was written by Rob Morphy. For more information, please visit: www.cryptonautpodcast.com This episode also includes voiceover contributions by Jamie Lamchick, Roman Alec Trevino, and Conor J. Nolan Special Thanks to Scott Philbrook and Forrest Burgess for contributing audio to this episode. Be sure to listen to the A

On episode 141 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, the entire Rogue Planet crew is in attendance. As the year comes to a close, Jason McClellan, Maureen Elsberry, Shane Hurd, and Ryan run down the top 10 UFO-related stories from the past decade. Gary McKinnon Frank Kimbler Homeland Security UFO Area 51 “Declassified” Citizen Hearing Roswell Slides Hillary Clinton Commercial Flights & UFOs AATIP/TTSA Storm Area 51 Links to some things mentioned in this episode: Edge of Reality (Lee Speigel’s podcast) Citizen Hearing videos Patreon: www.patreon.com/somewhereskies YouTube Channel: CLICK HERE Official Store: CLICK HERE Order Ryan's Book by CLICKING HERE Twitter: @SomewhereSkies Instagram: @SomewhereSkiesPod Watch Mysteries Decoded for free at www.CWseed.com Opening Theme Song, "Ephemeral Reign" by Per Kiilstofte SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES is part of the eOne podcast network. To learn more, CLICK HERE SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES is sponsored by HelloFresh. To receive 50% off your first order, use promo code: SOMEWHERE at

On episode 140 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is the guest as Jim Perry, host of the Euphomet Podcast arrives in New York City to conduct one of the most personal interviews Ryan has ever taken part in. Recorded across Queens and Manhattan, the two discuss Ryan's experiences as a playwright and artist, his growing interest and initiation in to the harsh realms of the paranormal, and why he continues to look for answers somewhere in the skies. Originally broadcast on Euphomet, this deeply personal interview gives a rare glimpse into Ryan's life outside of the UFO world, his life in the theater, and his hopes of merging these worlds together. He also shares stories and experiences that have led him to where he is today. This is Somewhere in the Skies like you've never heard before. To watch the companion film to this interview, CLICK HERE Subscribe to Euphomet wherever you get your podcasts and visit the official website at: www.euphomet.com Additional background music, "Carol of the Bells" by Lindsey Sti

On episode 139 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, we tackle one of the most well-known and well documented UFO events of all time; The Rendlesham Forest UFO incident. Often dubbed "Britain's Roswell", this event took place over three consecutive nights in a forest between two joint military bases in Suffolk, England in December of 1980.  Set amongst the backdrop of the Cold War, US Forces were stationed in England in case of a Soviet attack. Unbeknownst to British forces, the US were secretly housing nuclear weapons on the base as well, completely against nuclear treaty at the time. Early during the Christmas holiday, strange lights were witnessed on radar and in person over RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge. But not only lights... a solid craft was said to have landed in Rendlesham Forest which ran between the joint bases. Officers were sent out to investigate, and what they experienced would become one of the most incredible close encounter UFO stories ever recorded. Backed up by official military documents, audio

On episode 138 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is joined by Greg Newkirk and Connor J. Randall, members of the investigative team and executive producers of HELLIER an independent paranormal documentary series. They discuss the highly anticipated second season that digs deeper in to the mysteries surrounding Hellier and beyond. In 2012, Greg Newkirk received an email from a man calling himself David Christie, who claimed that he and his family were being terrorized by unearthly creatures by night. After exchanging emails, David disappeared. For the next five years, the case only got stranger, as more connections and mysterious emails came in. Then, in 2017, Greg and a team of researchers traveled to rural Kentucky, not knowing what they would uncover, or how deep they would discover the case might go. ​But the Hellier project didn't stop there. Despite spending hundreds of hours in the editing bay and releasing season one to much acclaim in January of 2019, the team continued to research and explore, and the

On episode 137 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is joined by Bryce Johnson and Ronny LeBlanc of the new Travel Channel television series, Expedition Bigfoot. We hear all about how they got involved in the world of Bigfoot, their thoughts and theories on just what Bigfoot might be, and then then give us some hints at what's to come in the eight-part series premiering December 8th!  Official Synopsis: An elite team of Sasquatch specialists journey into the unforgiving Oregon wilderness in search of Bigfoot. The three-week expedition, based on science and expertise, may finally pull the elusive beast out of the pages of legend and lore and into reality. Guest Bios: Bryce Johnson is an actor/producer as well as creator and host of the popular podcast Bigfoot Collectors Club. Bryce has been obsessed with Bigfoot ever since he was a young boy. Although acting is his profession, researching the strange and unexplained along with crypto-zoological creatures is his passion. Those two pursuits converged in 2013 when Bry

On episode 136 of SOMEWHERE IN THE SKIES, Ryan is joined by Jason McClellan and Maureen Elsberry, both of Rogue Planet's UNKNOWN podcast, to discuss the latest news in UFO material acquisition. What exactly is the new partnership between Tom DeLonge's To the Stars Academy and the U.S. Army? What materials does the academy have, how did they obtain them, and what exactly does the army hope to do with this possible game-changing technology? The three discuss their own experiences with claimed UFO materials, how challenging it is to actually scientifically test these materials, and what happens when belief clouds the rigor of science? Guest Bios: Jason McClellan is a podcaster, author, TV personality, and journalist with a proclivity for all sorts of geekery including UFOs, space, science, technology, and geek culture. He had the unique experience of serving as a full-time UFO researcher and journalist for more than six years, having co-organized the largest annual UFO conference in the world. As a founding memb