Best Alejandro Rojas Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 12 – The Power of Belief: Exploring the Psychological Mechanisms of the Placebo Effect w/ Dr. Luana Colloca 17:21

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In this episode, we discuss the power of belief, including the placebo effect and tricking the mind for good with Dr. Luana Colloca, a physician-scientist and professor at the University of Maryland. Together, we unravel everything from the nocebo effect to the ethics of using a placebo in a clinical situation.…

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Ep. 11 – The Mandela Effect: Exploring False Memories, Visual Distortions, and the Psychology of Collective Misremembering w/ Dr. Wilma Bainbridge 22:14

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In this episode, we discuss the Mandela effect, including discussions on false memories, visual distortions, and all the science within with Dr. Wilma Bainbridge, a cognitive neuroscientist and Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago. Together, we unravel everything from the key scientific ideas behind the Mandela effect to why people's be…

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Secret History of Area 51 "Whistleblower" 1:18:56

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Area 51, the most secretive facility in the US, became the most famous due to the claims of Bob Lazar. He said he worked at a lab near Area 51 where he saw crashed alien spacecraft and was told about alien beings. However, the full story of Lazar and his checkered past has not been fully told. In this episode, I tackle this wild tale of a man who h…

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Ep. 10 – The Psychology of Haunted Houses: Unpacking Fear, Perception, and the Paranormal w/ Dr. Christopher French 38:45

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In this episode, we discuss the psychology of haunted houses, including some of the key ideas behind why people might perceive some locations as haunted, with Dr. Christopher French, Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, and founder of the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit. Together, we unravel everything from som…

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UFO News with Jason McClellan 1:26:29

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Jason McClellan was the original co-host of Open Minds UFO News with Alejandro for over a decade. In this episode, we review recent UFO news while reminiscing about the past and taking a critical look at the current UFO research landscape, including recent bombastic claims. Jason's website: https://www.ufouapwtf.com/ Purchase Jason's book on Amazon…

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Ep. 9 – The Mystery of UAP: The Truth Behind Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena w/ Mr. Alejandro Rojas 26:00

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In this episode, we discuss the mystery of UAP, including the groundbreaking research and science behind Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, with Mr. Alejandro Rojas, the President and CEO of UAP Discovery and a prominent figure in UAP research. Together, we unravel everything from the scientific consensus on the existence and truth behind UAP to the…

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UAP: Where do we go from here? 1:17:58

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In this episode we discuss the state of UAP research and the best path forward. We also cover the latest UAP headlines and look at some recent UAP videos. Find credible UFO news and information at OpenMinds.tv: http://www.openminds.tv/ Open Minds UFO Radio podcast: http://www.openminds.tv/radio Check out Alejandro's articles on Den of Geek: https:/…

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Ep. 8 - The Sociology of Ghost Beliefs: Unveiling Social Influences on the Paranormal w/ Dr. Barry Markovsky 31:58

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In this episode, we discuss the sociology of ghost beliefs, including the research and science aiming to explain the paranormal with Dr. Barry Markovsky, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of South Carolina and former Chair of its Sociology Department. Together, we unravel everything from the key concepts contributing to misinterpret…

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Ep. 7 - The Worldwide Hum Phenomenon: The Mystery of Earth's Unexplained Noise w/ Dr. Glen MacPherson 28:56

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In this episode, we discuss the worldwide hum phenomenon, covering the mysterious noise worldwide with Dr. Glen Macpherson, the founder of the global Hum Map and Database. Together, we unravel everything from the reasons for the hum to the reality of how it’s been meddled up and confused with misinformation and pseudosciences.…

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Ep. 6 - The Wonders of Outer Space: Aliens, Intelligent Beings, and the Quest for Discovery w/ Dr. Avi Loeb 40:40

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In this episode, we discuss the state of civilisations beyond Earth, including aliens and intelligent beings with Dr. Avi Loeb, a widely-recognised theoretical physicist known as an expert on astrophysics and cosmology, as well as the leading figure behind research into extraterrestrial life. Together, we unravel everything from the state of Earth'…

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Ep. 5 - The Enigma of the Hessdalen Lights: A Scientific Investigation 2 w/ Dr. Erling Strand 35:06

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In this episode, we discuss some of the science and theories associated with the enigma of the Hessdalen lights with Dr. Erling Strand, a pioneer in the scientific study of unexplained atmospheric phenomena. Together, we unravel everything from the appearance of the Hessdalen lights to the theories behind the lights, backed by years and years of gr…

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Ep. 4 - The Enigma of the Hessdalen Lights: A Scientific Investigation w/ Dr. Massimo Teodorani 34:59

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In this episode, we discuss some of the science and research behind the enigma of the Hessdalen lights with Dr. Massimo Teodorani, an Italian astrophysicist with over 40 published scientific papers and research on high-energy astrophysical phenomena such as pulsars, supernovae, and gamma-ray bursts. Together, we unravel everything from the appearan…

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Ep. 3 - Sliding Rocks on Racetrack Playa: The Geophysical Effects of Nature w/ Dr. Richard Norris 25:09

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In this episode, we discuss the truth behind the sliding rocks on Racetrack Playa with Dr. Richard Norris, an expert in the scientific field who currently serves as the Curator of the Geological Collections at Scripps and the Academic Director of the UC San Diego Natural Reserve System. Together, we unravel everything from the truth behind the long…

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Ep. 2 - The Cuban Sonic Weapon: A Case of Mass Psychogenic Illness w/ Dr. Robert Bartholomew 19:58

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In this episode, we discuss the truth behind the Cuban sonic weapon with Dr. Robert Bartholomew, a leading expert on mass hysteria and mass psychogenic illness. Together, we unravel everything from the source of the high-pitched noise to the truth behind the dizziness and headache symptoms.By Jay Govindji

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Ep. 1 - Introductions 0:16

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Welcome- introductory episode to "The Science Behind Mysteries" podcast.By Jay Govindji

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SpaceX, Starlink and UAP: SpaceX spacecraft mistaken for UFOs 49:29

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SpaceX is deploying satellites at an unprecedented rate and using newly developed technology to do it. From lift-off to deployment to orbit, SpaceX satellites and rocket stages are producing spectacular views. It is no wonder even pilots are mystified by what they are looking at. In this video, I review many of the amazing UFO videos submitted to t…

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Skinwalker Ranch Update with Owner Brandon Fugal 30:52

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In this episode, we interview Brandon Fugal, owner of Skinwalker Ranch in Utah. The ranch is the focus of years of paranormal research and the History Channel show The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch. The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch Season 5 finale Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024 on The History Channel! The Official Skinwalker Ranch website: https://skinwalker-…

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UAP Analysis and Science with Dr. Doug Buettner 1:26:04

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In this episode we discuss UAP Analysis and Science with Dr. Doug Buettner, Deputy Chief Scientist at the Acquisition Innovation Research Center (AIRC). Dr. Buettner has recently joined the board of the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies and has been analyzing cases, including the NYC case we recently reviewed on this show. We also cover recent U…

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Ball Lightning Science with Dr. Karl Stephan 1:16:44

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In this episode we cover the latest news including the passing of Dr. Bruce Maccabee, UAP and Congress news, an interview on ball lightning with Dr. Karl Stephan, and we look at more UAP videos from Enigma Labs. Read more about Dr. Stephan’s work ENIGMA LABS UAP VIDEO ANALYSIS Link to Enigma Labs UAPs: Known object: https://enigmalabs.io/sighting/2…

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Covering UFOs with Journalist Sarah Scoles 1:05:18

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On today’s episode we discuss the latest UAP news, including updates from congress and former AARO chief Sean Kirkpatrick. We also discuss journalist Sarah Scoles’ experience coving UFOs over the last few years. Sarah Scoles’ website Link to our upcoming Twitter Spaces on the La Guardia NYC UAP case: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1gqxvQVQZmOJB/peek …

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John Greenewald of the Black Vault: Important Update on Alleged UFO Whistleblower 58:00

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In today’s episode: We talk to John Greenewald, founder of The Black Vault. For decades John has been using FOIA to get formerly classified documents from the government. Recently he received documents showing the correspondence between the DoD and alleged UFO whistleblower David Grusch. Grusch has claimed, including on the record during a congress…

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Open Minds UAP News: Space.com Managing Editor Brett Tingley 1:07:49

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In today’s episode: We talk to Brett Tingley, Managing Editor at Space.com who has covered UAP as a journalist on other outlets such as Scientific American, The War Zone, Popular Science, the History Channel, Science Discovery, and The Debrief. We also cover the latest UFO/UAP News and look at a couple weird videos from the Enigma app. PLUS…ENIGMA …

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The AARO UAP Historical Report and Special Guest Dr. Michael Masters on The Extratempestrial Model 1:08:21

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In today’s episode: We’ll look at more Enigma UAP video submissions, cover the latest news including the controversial report released this week from the Pentagon’s UAP research team. We also have a special guest, Dr. Michael Masters, professor of Biological Anthropology, to discuss an alternative to the Extraterrestrial hypothesis he calls The Ext…

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Open Minds UAP News: The State of UAP 45:15

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We are back! Open Minds UFO Radio is now Open Minds UAP News. It has been a wild ride the last few years for those interested in UFOs, or UAP? In this episode, we will talk about the difference. We'll also talk about how we got to this place of stagnation when it comes to UAP research, the players (The Pentagon, Congress, NASA, and the UFO Communit…

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Open Minds UFO Radio Newscast – 3/11/2021 – Special Guest: Martin Willis 1:11:12

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Join us as host Alejandro Rojas discusses the UFO news of the week with a guest. This week’s guest: Martin Willis. Items we discussed: Watch my interview with Dr. Avi Loeb: https://youtu.be/60ixc725nIQ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/open-minds-uap-news--6161161/support.…

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Interview with Astronomer Dr. Avi Loeb 48:51

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I interview Dr. Avi Loeb about the first interstellar object we have detected to enter our solar system and the potential that it was built by an advanced extraterrestrial civilization. Video interview can be seen here: https://youtu.be/60ixc725nIQ For more about Dr. Loeb, you can visit is Harvard website: https://www.cfa.harvard.edu/~loeb/ Become …

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Open Minds UFO Radio Newscast – 3/5/2021 – Special Guest: Martin Willis 1:12:28

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Join us as host Alejandro Rojas discusses the UFO news of the week with a guest. This week’s guest: Martin Willis. Items we discussed: Airliner Encountered Unidentified Fast-Moving Cylindrical Object Over New Mexico Virgin Galactic Announces Aerospace Systems and Engineering Leadership Appointments Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s…

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Open Minds UFO Radio Newscast – 2/19/2021 – Special Guest: Martin Willis 1:05:22

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Join us as host Alejandro Rojas discusses the UFO news of the week with a guest. This week’s guest: Martin Willis. Items we discussed: Alejandro's William Shatner Interview on its own (YouTube)The UFO Legend of Unknown “Metal Alloys” Housed in a Secret Las Vegas Warehouse (The Black Vault)Dr. Eric Davis on Open Minds UFO Radio: Investigating and Ex…

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Open Minds UFO Radio Newscast – 2/12/2021 – Special Guests: William Shatner and Martin Willis 1:35:16

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Join us as host Alejandro Rojas discusses the UFO news of the week with a guest. This week’s guests: William Shatner and Martin Willis. That's right! I will be playing a recording of an interview I did with William Shatner this week on Ancient Aliens and UFOs. Items we discussed: William Shatner On Looking For Ancient Aliens (Den of Geek)Pentagon A…

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Open Minds UFO Radio Newscast – 2/05/2021 – Special Guest: Martin Willis 1:40:20

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oin us as host Alejandro Rojas discusses the UFO news of the week with a guest. This week’s guest: Martin Willis. Items we discussed: Register for AlienCon UFO Panel FREE with Thursday, February 11 - 8:00 PM ET with me, Nick Pope, John Greenewald, and Chase KloetzkeAstronomer Avi Loeb Says Aliens Have Visited, and He’s Not KiddingThe Uncensored Gui…

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Open Minds UFO Radio Newscast – 1/29/2021 – Special Guest: Martin Willis 1:29:38

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Join us as host Alejandro Rojas discusses the UFO news of the week with a guest. This week’s guest: Martin Willis. Items we discussed: The Proof is Out There (History Channel)Resident Alien (SYFY) Robert Bigelow clears the air about Bob Lazar (Mystery Wire)The Big Phone Home (Unidentified Celebrity Review effort to call/message lawmakers and DoD re…