The Micah Hanks Program
The Micah Hanks Program is a weekly podcast covering science and the mysteries of our universe. The show takes a critically-minded approach to the study of our world, and each week Micah presents commentary and discussions with guests on subjects that include space and astronomy, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI), UFOs, myths and folklore, archaeology and ancient mysteries, artificial intelligence, futurism, cryptozoology, science fiction, and entertainment. Every week, we take our listeners to the boundaries of human knowledge, in search of the most fascinating and unusual topics our world has to offer.
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Monte Verde: Rebirth of an Archaeological Controversy | MHP 03.23.26.
03/23/2026
Monte Verde: Rebirth of an Archaeological Controversy | MHP 03.23.26.
One of the greatest controversies in American archaeology involves the debate over when the first people arrived in the New World, and long at the center of the debate has been the South American site of Monte Verde, where research that began decades ago produced evidence of a human presence there as early as 14,500 years ago. While marking the beginning of a major paradigm shift in the archaeological world, the site has remained at the heart of the debate over when the first Americans arrived, which has seen its latest challenge in a new paper published in the journal Science. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we examine the newest findings and weigh them against the body of data that argues the existence of a "Pre-Clovis" cultural presence in the Americas. Image Credit: Claudio Latorre. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: MYSTERY DRONES: ALIENS: MONTE VERDE: THE PAPER: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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The Disappearance of Maj. Gen. Neil McCasland | MHP 03.17.26.
03/17/2026
The Disappearance of Maj. Gen. Neil McCasland | MHP 03.17.26.
This week, authorities in New Mexico are continuing their investigation into the disappearance of retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. William “Neil” McCasland, and as the investigation enters its third week, officials say there have been no confirmed sightings of McCasland and few significant leads regarding his whereabouts. McCasland, 68, is a former commander of the Air Force Research Laboratory whose career placed him at the center of some of the U.S. military’s most sensitive science and technology programs. However, it was the missing official's brief associations with the rock guitarist Tom DeLonge beginning in 2016 that led to widespread speculations within the UFO community about what McCasland may have known about some of America's most intriguing secrets. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we examine what is currently known about McCasland's strange disappearance, as well as the significance of his past work in government involving oversight of America's most sensitive Special Access Programs. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: MIDDLE THEORY PODCAST: MAJ. GEN. McCASLAND: WIKILEAKS: DELONGE RESPONDS: THE LATEST: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Anomaly Over Illinois: The St. Clair Triangle UFO | MHP 03.10.26.
03/10/2026
Anomaly Over Illinois: The St. Clair Triangle UFO | MHP 03.10.26.
In the early morning hours of January 5, 2000, several law enforcement officers on duty in southern Illinois became witnesses to the uncanny. Shortly after 4:00 a.m., a local business owner reported seeing a "flying house" passing through the sky near Highland, Illinois, prompting several officers throughout the region to pursue what they described as a massive, slow-moving triangular UFO. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we delve into the story behind the St. Clair Triangle UFO Incident of 2000, and the remarkable circumstances involving one of recent history's most striking examples of unexplained aerial phenomena in our skies. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: BOOK: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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UAP at the Pentagon: UFO Transparency and National Defense | MHP 03.04.26.
03/04/2026
UAP at the Pentagon: UFO Transparency and National Defense | MHP 03.04.26.
As an escalating conflict between the United States and Iran continues to test American forces across the Middle East, renewed attention has been placed on the Pentagon’s handling of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and long-promised government disclosures. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently confirmed that officials are actively reviewing UFO-related records, noting that “our people are working on it right now,” while Pentagon press secretary Kingsley Wilson said the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) is coordinating aspects of the disclosure process. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we examine all of the latest UAP transparency developments, amid recent efforts that include an AARO-hosted workshop bringing together civilian researchers, universities, and government agencies, and a new report examining scientific perspectives on what future releases of UAP files may reveal. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: POPE LEO MESSAGE: PENTAGON UFOs: FLASHBACK: AARO INVOLVED: AARO WORKSHOP: THE REPORT: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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UFO Disclosure and the Trump Administration | MHP 02.24.26.
02/24/2026
UFO Disclosure and the Trump Administration | MHP 02.24.26.
Last Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced in a posting on his Truth Social website that he plans to "begin the process of identifying and releasing Government files related to alien and extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), and unidentified flying objects (UFOs)," and related information. Following the announcement, the internet has been buzzing with speculation about UFO disclosure and what such a historic release might potentially reveal. In this week's installment of The Micah Hanks Program, we break down the events leading up to the President's announcement, what any formal release of UFO documents would entail, but also why there is still a case for caution when it comes to our expectations regarding UFO disclosure under the Trump administration. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: EPSTEIN: TRUMP ON TRUTH SOCIAL: AUDIO: TRUMP’S PAST RECORD ON UFOS: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Incident Over El Paso: Laser Weapons, Drones, & UAP Claims | MHP 02.17.26.
02/17/2026
Incident Over El Paso: Laser Weapons, Drones, & UAP Claims | MHP 02.17.26.
This week, following an unusual situation that erupted in the skies over El Paso, Texas, last week that placed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on high alert, the U.S. Department of Defense revealed the recent testing of a new counter-drone laser weapon that was reportedly deployed to neutralize a security threat at the U.S. southern border. However, as further reporting has revealed, it seems there was more to this story... and of course, plenty of UAP speculation involving alleged sightings of aerial objects in American airspace. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we look at this alarming incident, what we know, and also its similarities to events in 2023 that resulted in the shoot-downs of several "unidentified aerial objects" over North America. Finally, what can we learn from a deeper look at the history of similar incidents involving alleged UFOs from over the decades? Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: OBAMA’S ALIENS: UPDATE: EL PASO: UFO SPECULATIONS: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Shadows of the UFO Legacy Program | MHP 02.09.26.
02/11/2026
Shadows of the UFO Legacy Program | MHP 02.09.26.
On an April afternoon in 1964, a police officer's observation of an unusual, landed aircraft in New Mexico would become one of ufology's most baffling cold cases. Decades later, two women's unnerving encounter with a strange aircraft over a Texas highway would leave them suffering from health effects that led them to believe they had witnessed a U.S. government test gone awry. But could these two famous UFO cases have more in common than most would ever think? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, our examination of some of America's most controversial UFO cases leads us to questions about a supposed "UFO legacy program," and what such a program—if it exists—might entail. Could some of history's most well-documented UFO cases point to something the U.S. government knows far more about than it's letting on? Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: SOCORRO: CASH-LANDRUM: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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The UAP Trail: Cold Case UFO Files Reopened | MHP 02.02.26.
02/03/2026
The UAP Trail: Cold Case UFO Files Reopened | MHP 02.02.26.
An early morning high-speed police chase involving a UFO... a military helicopter crew's encounter with something from out of this world... these are just a few examples of some of history's best-known and most credible UFO cases, both of which occurred in Ohio during the height of the Cold War. What were the objects these trained professionals observed, and what do their presence in the skies mean for U.S. National Security? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we cover a recent trip with the documentary team from "Small Town Monsters" into the heart of the Buckeye State in search of answers to the famous 1966 Portage County UFO Chase and the landmark 1973 Coyne UFO Incident. We also examine Cold War U.S. military history from the period, and why these famous Ohio UFO encounters remain some of the country's most compelling cases. . Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: PORTAGE CO. UFO: THE COYNE INCIDENT: SUPPORT STM: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Varginha: The Brazilian Roswell | MHP 1.26.26.
01/28/2026
Varginha: The Brazilian Roswell | MHP 1.26.26.
In January 1996, residents of the quiet Brazilian city of Varginha began reporting something unusual in the skies above their neighborhoods. Witnesses described a low-flying object—long, cylindrical, and trailing smoke—moving erratically over the city before disappearing from view. In the days that followed, the story took on a far stranger dimension, one that would transform a routine sighting into one of the most enduring and controversial UFO cases in modern history. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, following a recent press conference held in Washington, D.C., involving a UAP case with international significance, we examine the famous Brazilian "Varginha Incident" and the reports from local civilians at the time who claimed to have encountered a small, non-human creature. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: AI & LOST LANGUAGES: NASA BOOK: SAGAN 1962: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Ancient Signals Decoded: Lost Languages, Archaeology, and Alien Contact | MHP 01.20.26.
01/20/2026
Ancient Signals Decoded: Lost Languages, Archaeology, and Alien Contact | MHP 01.20.26.
Throughout history, scholars have sought ways to access the “lost knowledge” of the ancient world. In recent years, with the advent of artificial intelligence, major strides have been made toward decoding the mysteries kept within mysterious ancient texts like the famous “Voynich manuscript,” which was composed centuries ago in a mysterious language that remains undeciphered. The challenges that such texts present to scholars also raise a question: would we be any more successful in decoding messages sent to Earth from space by intelligent aliens? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we look at the efforts by scientists to unlock mysterious ancient texts, as well as the search for evidence of communication from intelligent extraterrestrials, and finally, how the intersection between archaeology and interstellar communication culminates in the debate about possible “Paleo-SETI” and the prospect that Earth may have been visited by extraterrestrial visitors in ancient times. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: AI & LOST LANGUAGES: NASA BOOK: SAGAN 1962: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Secret Arsenal: Sonic Weapons, Covert Aircraft, and ‘Black Budget’ Mysteries | MHP 01.12.26.
01/13/2026
Secret Arsenal: Sonic Weapons, Covert Aircraft, and ‘Black Budget’ Mysteries | MHP 01.12.26.
Is the United States in possession of a secretive new "sonic weapon," the existence of which has not yet been officially revealed to the public? This question has arisen recently amid rumors about a mysterious and devastating new U.S. capability, but what does science and available intelligence say about such futuristic warfare technologies? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we examine the recent sonic weapon claims, along with a look at other purported weapons and other capabilities comprising the alleged "secret arsenal" of the U.S. military. We also take a look further back in time at the beginnings of the world of "Black Projects" in the aftermath of World War II, the acquisition of secret German technologies, and how Cold War secrets and "UFO Mania" have all contributed to the public's ideas about the existence of secretive warfare capabilities. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: SONIC WEAPON? SOURCE: SECRET ARSENAL: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Lost Knowledge and Forgotten Technologies of the Past | MHP 01.07.26.
01/07/2026
Lost Knowledge and Forgotten Technologies of the Past | MHP 01.07.26.
The fabled Library of Alexandria, one of the greatest centers of learning in the ancient world, was home to vast collections of scrolls from across the Mediterranean and beyond. Despite the wonders it contained, by late antiquity, the library’s collections had disappeared, leaving questions about the depth of the ancient knowledge it once contained. But could such "lost knowledge" from the ancient past ever be recovered? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we explore the enigma of lost information from antiquity, as well as several of the most curious surviving ancient technologies that point to the existence of remarkable knowledge that was harnessed in the ancient world. From the famous 'Antikithera Mechanism,' to mysteries that include "Greek Fire," Damascus Steel, Roman Concrete, and the enigmatic "Visby Lenses," we examine echoes of a technological past on Earth that history has largely forgotten... or has it? Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: THE LIBRARY OF ALEXANDRIA: LOST KNOWLEDGE: ANCIENT TECHNOLOGY: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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UAP in 2025: Sightings, Discoveries, and Controversies | MHP 12.30.25.
12/30/2025
UAP in 2025: Sightings, Discoveries, and Controversies | MHP 12.30.25.
Throughout 2025, several new revelations have come to light involving the ever-controversial subject of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). From new whistleblowers coming forward to sensational claims about alleged secret programs, the last twelve months were at no loss for excitement as far as claims involving aerial mysteries, but what have this year's major revelations taught us, and how much can be verified? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, take a look at some of the major developments from 2025 involving UAP, from sighting reports to new revelations, and also controversies that have erupted around the subject. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Ancient Mysteries Unearthed: Incredible Archaeology Discoveries in 2025 | MHP 12.23.25.
12/23/2025
Ancient Mysteries Unearthed: Incredible Archaeology Discoveries in 2025 | MHP 12.23.25.
Our fascination with ancient mysteries was rewarded in 2025 with a host of incredible discoveries that are shedding light on the past. Curious findings throughout the year have pushed back the timescales on the beginnings of ancient structures in Europe and other parts of the world, unusual artifacts found in odd places, and in some cases, discoveries that are bridging the gap between ancient history and mythology. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we look at some of the most fascinating and unusual archaeological discoveries of the last twelve months, from curiosities of the ancient world to lost technologies, forgotten societies, and monumental structures that are reshaping our views on the lives of the ancients. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: ARCHAEOLOGY NEWS: MAJOR DISCOVERIES Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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All Will Be Disclosed: UFO Revelations and Deception in Popular Media | MHP 12.16.25.
12/16/2025
All Will Be Disclosed: UFO Revelations and Deception in Popular Media | MHP 12.16.25.
Residents of New York and Los Angeles were recently treated to an eye-grabbing display, with the sudden appearance of mysterious promotional billboards advertising a new project by legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg. The eerie imagery was accompanied solely by the words "ALL WILL BE DISCLOSED," along with Spielberg's name and the presumed premiere date of the forthcoming film, the official title of which currently remains unknown. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, along with speculations about the film and whether it could feature "real aliens" and other theories that have proliferated online, we dive into the history of alleged U.S. government disclosures of information about UFOs in films and popular media, as well as the use of such platforms for the dissemination of disinformation. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: DONATE: ALL WILL BE DISCLOSED: REAL ALIENS: UFO COVERUP: ‘ET’ IN REAL LIFE: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Revelations: An Insider’s Report on the DIA’s UAP Investigations | MHP 12.10.25.
12/10/2025
Revelations: An Insider’s Report on the DIA’s UAP Investigations | MHP 12.10.25.
From out of the shadows of the U.S. intelligence community, Dr. James T. Lacatski, a former Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) career intelligence officer and scientist, has emerged to become best known as the program manager who initiated and oversaw the Advanced Aerospace Weapon System Applications Program (AAWSAP). The program was, in short, the Pentagon’s most comprehensive—and at times most controversial—known inquiry into unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we take a look at Lacatski's contributions to the UAP research effort, as detailed in formerly classified files released through the Freedom of Information Act, as well as several books he has authored about his tenure with AAWSAP, the latest of which, Inside the U.S. Government Covert UFO Program: New Insights, details the secretive scientist's ongoing revelations about the DIA's investigations into the unexplained. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: AAWSAP CONTRACT UPDATE: LACATSKI’S NEWEST: VOL II: VOL I: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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UAPx: The University of Albany's New UAP Initiative | MHP 12.02.25.
12/02/2025
UAPx: The University of Albany's New UAP Initiative | MHP 12.02.25.
In a major development for the future of UAP science, physicists at the University of Albany, New York, have announced a new research initiative—dubbed UAlbany Project X—that marks the beginning of a long-term scientific study of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP). Joining us this week on The Micah Hanks Program to discuss the exciting news are two of the project's lead scientists, Dr. Kevin Knuth and Dr. Matthew Szydagis, who discuss the "rebirth" of the original UAPx initiative as a fully funded UAP investigation backed by the University of Albany. Where will the team's future studies of anomalous phenomena in our skies take us in the years ahead? Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: UPDATE: UALBANY PROJECT X: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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The Age of Disclosure | MHP 11.26.25.
11/26/2025
The Age of Disclosure | MHP 11.26.25.
For decades, the subject of UAP has hovered at the uneasy intersection of national security, scientific curiosity, and public trust. While bipartisan momentum in Washington has pushed for greater transparency, the federal government’s fragmented responses and long-standing culture of classification have only deepened questions about what is known—and what might remain hidden. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, following the release of the new documentary film "The Age of Disclosure" by Director Dan Farah, we offer a complete analysis involving the film and main takeaways, as well as the media responses and intriguing details that have emerged since its release. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: THE AGE OF DISCLOSURE: REVIEWS / MEDIA COVERAGE NYT: INDIEWIRE: HOLLYWOOD REPORTER: VATICAN OBSERVATORY: COLAVITO: EW: CONTEXT / HISTORY: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Invaders: 3I/ATLAS Overload and the 'Alien Invasion' Archetype | MHP 11.18.25.
11/19/2025
Invaders: 3I/ATLAS Overload and the 'Alien Invasion' Archetype | MHP 11.18.25.
Since the late 19th century, the concept of an "alien invasion" has been a recurring theme in literature, and also served as a kind of cultural pressure gauge—it reveals our fears about what might be lurking in the cosmos, as well as the everyday horrors of the human condition, forcing us to confront questions about our vulnerabilities, and our assumptions about intelligent life elsewhere in the universe. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we lead off with a bit of discussion about the persistent rumors about the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, and whether its presence could actually bring the discussion about alien visitation out of fiction and into reality. Then, we shift our attention to the discussion about what a real alien invasion might entail, and what it could mean for life on Earth if it were ever to occur; would humanity be up to the task of defending against a cosmic threat from beyond the stars? Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: 3I/ATLAS: INVADERS: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Riddle of the Lost Labyrinth: An Ancient Enigma Unearthed | MHP 11.11.25.
11/12/2025
Riddle of the Lost Labyrinth: An Ancient Enigma Unearthed | MHP 11.11.25.
Ancient Greek mythology tells of a daunting underground maze known as the labyrinth, which, according to legend, housed the fabled beast known as the minotaur. However, clues hidden in ancient writings through the centuries have suggested that there may be more to the tale than mere legend, and that there had in fact been more than one labyrinth that existed in the ancient world. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, a remarkable new discovery in Crete has reinvigorated debate over the origins behind one of ancient Greece’s most enduring legends, and it marks only the beginning of our search for answers to one of history's most enduring mysteries. Where were the locations of these massive underground complexes in antiquity, and could they indeed still exist into the present day? Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: ARCHAEOLOGY NEWS: THE LABYRINTH: THE GREEK LABYRINTH: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Unidentified in Earth's Oceans: The USO Controversy and 3I/ATLAS Update | MHP 11.03.25.
11/04/2025
Unidentified in Earth's Oceans: The USO Controversy and 3I/ATLAS Update | MHP 11.03.25.
For centuries, strange phenomena associated with our seas have been reported by credible observers, which include several Cold War-era sightings by personnel with the U.S. and Soviet militaries. But what are these strange oceanic counterparts to the UAP mystery, which many refer to as "unidentified submerged objects," or USOs? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, following an update on unusual behavior displayed by the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS during its recent nearest approach to the Sun, we shift our attention to the USO mystery, what contemporary data says, and also how several historical examples describe unusual phenomena encountered throughout the height of the Cold War. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: 3I/ATLAS UPDATE: NEWS: THE REPORT: PROJECT BLUE BOOK: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Transients: Objects of Unknown Origin and the Nuclear Connection | MHP 10.29.25.
10/29/2025
Transients: Objects of Unknown Origin and the Nuclear Connection | MHP 10.29.25.
Recently, striking correlations between mysterious flashes of light captured on 1950s astronomical plates, reports of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), and atmospheric nuclear weapons tests of the same era have been revealed in a pair of new peer-reviewed scientific papers. Analyzing more than 106,000 short-lived “transients” from the VASCO project archives, the team found that such flashes were 68% more likely to occur the day after a nuclear test, and increased further when UAP sightings were also reported. A companion study detected potential solar reflections from flat, highly reflective objects in orbit before the first human satellites launched, with one event coinciding with the famous 1952 Washington, D.C., UAP sightings. Joining us on The Micah Hanks Program to discuss the new research is Stephen Bruehl, Ph.D., a Vanderbilt University professor of anesthesiology, who discusses the statistical analysis of the data collected on these unusual "transients," and why at least one-third of these pre-satellite flashes may represent genuine objects in high orbit, challenging long-held assumptions that such points of light were photographic artifacts. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: TRANSIENTS: THE PAPERS: SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN: NUCLEAR CORRELATIONS: HISTORY: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Unknowns in Our Airspace: UAP & Aviation Safety Threats | MHP 10.21.25.
10/21/2025
Unknowns in Our Airspace: UAP & Aviation Safety Threats | MHP 10.21.25.
Recently, a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 en route from Denver to Los Angeles was forced to make an emergency landing in Salt Lake City after colliding with an unidentified object over Utah. The impact shattered the cockpit windshield, injuring one of the pilots and prompting the crew to announce that the aircraft had “collided with an object.” Early investigations seem to rule out space debris or meteors, and while investigators continue working to resolve the situation, a potential break in this unusual case may have now revealed what actually happened. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we examine the unnerving incident, along with the issue of potential dangers that unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) may represent to pilots, with a look at historic cases and similar incidents where possible collisions with unknown objects may have imperiled aircraft. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: UTAH COLLISION: UAP and AVIATION: NIGHT SHIP 282: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Incident at Area 51: A Crash Investigation Uncovers Material of 'Unknown Origin' | MHP 10.14.25.
10/14/2025
Incident at Area 51: A Crash Investigation Uncovers Material of 'Unknown Origin' | MHP 10.14.25.
In an odd turn of events, officials have revealed unusual new details about an aircraft crash that occurred near Area 51 in late September. The crash, initially described as minor and non-fatal, has since taken a strange turn after investigators reportedly discovered “tampering” at the site, which includes the discovery of objects that included an “inert training bomb body” and aircraft material of "unknown origin." This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we look at the latest news about the ongoing investigation, as well as the strange history involving several of the key players involved in the investigation into the mysterious crash near America’s most controversial high-security facility. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: AREA 51: RAID ON DREAMLAND RESORT: STATEMENT ON RAID: KNAPP REPORTS: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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3I/ATLAS: Arrival of an Interstellar Visitor | MHP 10.07.25.
10/07/2025
3I/ATLAS: Arrival of an Interstellar Visitor | MHP 10.07.25.
On July 1, 2025, a mysterious object was detected within our solar system. Soon afterward, it was confirmed by NASA as the third known interstellar object ever observed by astronomers, and given a formal name: 3I/ATLAS. Since that time, the object's unusual trajectory, massive size, and anomalous behavior have captured the fascination of the scientific community, leading to questions about whether it is indeed simply an interstellar comet bearing unusual traits or whether it could be something more complex. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we delve into the curious story behind 3I/ATLAS and look at what we know about the object, as well as why several experts have advanced theories involving extraterrestrial technologies in relation to the mysterious interstellar visitor coursing through our solar system. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: DENMARK DRONE UPDATE: MEANWHILE IN MUNICH: 3I/ATLAS: LOEB, HIBBARD, & CROWL: DAVENPORT, ET AL: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Unknown Down: An Area 51 Crash Retrieval and Mystery Drones Redux | MHP 09.30.25.
10/01/2025
Unknown Down: An Area 51 Crash Retrieval and Mystery Drones Redux | MHP 09.30.25.
Recently, the legendary Area 51 has been making headlines again, after a mysterious incident involving an aircraft crash in the desert near the famous and secretive high-security facility. Elsewhere, sightings of "mystery drones" over NATO member countries in Europe are raising concerns among officials, as questions remain over who may be behind the mysterious incursions. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we delve into what is known about the unusual incident involving a crash retrieval at Area 51, as well as the statements made by European officials regarding concerning mystery drones that led to a shutdown at Copenhagen Airport. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: SHUTDOWN: SCIENCE: AREA 51: MYSTERY DRONES: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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Lost Contact: The Mantell Incident and Post-War UFOs | MHP 09.23.25.
09/24/2025
Lost Contact: The Mantell Incident and Post-War UFOs | MHP 09.23.25.
In January 1948, Kentucky Air National Guard pilot Captain Thomas Mantell died while pursuing an unidentified flying object near Fort Knox, after his P-51 Mustang went into a fatal climb. The U.S. Air Force later suggested he had been chasing a high-altitude Skyhook balloon, but many still regard the Mantell incident as one of the first major UFO cases of the modern era. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we are joined by filmmaker Seth Breedlove, whose forthcoming documentary Lost Contact: UFOs After Wartime revisits one of the earliest controversies in the study of UFOs, involving the fatal plane crash that claimed the life of pilot Thomas Mantell in 1948. What does a fresh look at eyewitness testimony reveal about this classic of post-war ufology? Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: BREEDLOVE: LOST CONTACT: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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The Task Force Hearing on UAP Transparency | MHP 09.16.25.
09/17/2025
The Task Force Hearing on UAP Transparency | MHP 09.16.25.
Last week, the Task Force on the Disclosure of Federal Secrets held a hearing entitled “Restoring Public Trust Through UAP Transparency and Whistleblower Protection,” during which witnesses and members of Congress criticized government secrecy and dismissiveness around unidentified anomalous phenomena. With participation from military whistleblowers, some of whom expressed concerns over repercussions for speaking out, the hearing's participants argued that existing oversight bodies like AARO have failed to investigate reports adequately. In this episode of The Micah Hanks Program, we analyze the key takeaways from the recent hearing, along with a new UAP video that was revealed during the event, as we weigh the national security risks that participants say these unknown phenomena may represent. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: UAP HEARING: VIDEO: ANALYSIS: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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UAP and Myths of the Space Age | MHP 09.08.25.
09/05/2025
UAP and Myths of the Space Age | MHP 09.08.25.
On an unassuming evening in March 1997, thousands of witnesses in Arizona and surrounding states observed strange lights in the sky. The famous incident, known today as "The Phoenix Lights," remains a staple of modern UFO studies... but is there a deeper story behind this classic "best evidence" encounter? This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we take a careful look at the Phoenix Lights mystery, as well as recent sightings of "mystery drones," and how biased viewpoints that treat the subject either skeptically or entirely credulously often lead to the creation of "myths of the space age," where no real resolution results. Can such analysis be applied to UAP research in the future in ways that promote better research and more case resolutions? Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: PHOENIX LIGHTS: MYSTERY DRONES: THOMAS BULLARD: JOSHUA CUTCHIN: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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The Alien Paradox: ET Contact, Signals from Space, and Cosmic Hitchhikers | MHP 09.01.25.
09/02/2025
The Alien Paradox: ET Contact, Signals from Space, and Cosmic Hitchhikers | MHP 09.01.25.
Since the dawn of the space age, scientists have been scouring the universe for evidence of alien life and possible attempts at communication by intelligent civilizations in the far reaches of the cosmos. While frustratingly little evidence has been found supporting the existence of intelligent life on other worlds, a handful of strange incidents from over the years point to a tantalizing possibility: that attempts at contact have already been made. This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we examine the famous "Fermi Paradox," as well as possible cases involving messages sent toward Earth by extraterrestrial civilizations, and why some scientists haven't ruled out the search for alien technosignatures on mysterious interstellar objects like the unusual comet 3I/ATLAS. Have you had a UFO/UAP sighting? Please consider to the UAP Sightings Reporting System, a public resource for information about sightings of aerial phenomena. The story doesn't end here... and get access to even more weekly content and monthly specials. Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: SIGNALS FROM SPACE: SUTTER: MELLON: THE ‘WOW SIGNAL’: MORE SIGNALS? 3I/ATLAS: Sign up today and get access to the entire back catalog of The Micah Hanks Program, as well as “classic” episodes, weekly “additional editions” of the subscriber-only X Podcast, the monthly Enigmas specials, and much more. Like us on Follow on X. Keep up with Micah and his work at .
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