
About this episode
The recent Pentagon releases of declassified files detailing sightings of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs) has piqued the interest of UFO enthusiasts and curious Americans alike. But despite increased transparency, a lack of hard evidence remains. Why do many of us want to believe there is intelligent life out there somewhere? And if scientists found that evidence, would we even accept it?
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Guest: Adam Frank, University of Rochester astrophysicist
Host: David Rind
Producer: Paola Ortiz
Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin
Photo by: Mario Tama/Getty Images
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