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Kenneth Arnold and the Birth of the Flying Saucer Era
Episode 460
Published 1 week, 3 days ago
Description
This episode delves into the 1947 Kenneth Arnold sighting that sparked the flying‑saucer myth—examining his testimony, the media frenzy, the Air Force’s response, and why this case still fuels debate over what counts as an explanation. It looks at competing theories, the role of secrecy, and the cultural legacy of a single pilot’s claim.
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