In this episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, former Navy pilot Ryan Graves sheds light on numerous sightings of mysterious aerial objects exhibiting capabilities beyond known technology. Graves recounts pilots reporting these objects executing extreme maneuvers at supersonic speeds, evading detection, and suppressing their signatures—a concerning phenomenon that demands serious attention.
The discussion explores various theories about the objects' origins, such as advanced foreign adversaries, extraterrestrial visitation, or secret U.S. military tech. Graves and Rogan scrutinize the official response, highlighting the lack of transparency and fragmented investigations. They underscore the profound impacts disclosure could have, from reshaping scientific understanding to catalyzing technological breakthroughs, while also touching on potential geopolitical implications.
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Ryan Graves, a Navy pilot, brings attention to numerous sightings of mysterious aerial objects exhibiting advanced capabilities beyond known technology. Pilots like Graves report these objects making extreme maneuvers at supersonic speeds, he says. Advanced sensors detect these objects, which seem to evade detection at times and suppress their signatures, displaying no infrared signatures like conventional aircraft.
The sightings occur across the U.S., particularly along the East Coast, often around military bases and cities. According to Graves and Joe Rogan, the objects' capabilities and historical consistency indicate a concerning phenomenon that warrants serious attention.
Graves and Rogan explore various theories on the objects' origins:
Graves and Rogan scrutinize the lack of clear information from authorities:
Potential reasons for reticence include avoiding public panic if adversary tech is involved, Rogan suggests, or protecting secret domestic programs with exotic technologies, Graves implies.
Disclosure on UAP's nature could profoundly impact society and technology:
Geopolitically, confirmation of a foreign power link could shift power balances and escalate tensions, according to Rogan and Graves. Conversely, suppressing info could negligently allow adversaries to gain an edge, Graves argues. He emphasizes the need for transparency and open study to maintain U.S. superiority.
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The discussion about unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), led by Ryan Graves and Joe Rogan, raises awareness of mysterious objects spotted by pilots and detected by various sensors, exhibiting advanced and anomalous capabilities.
Ryan Graves, an aerospace engineer and Navy fighter pilot, has brought attention to incidents that include UAP being observed around military installations and exhibiting unusual behaviors.
Pilots, such as Graves, have noted that some objects are capable of extraordinary maneuvers, such as high-G turns at low airspeeds, and moving at supersonic speeds, typically eastward over water. These objects demonstrate the ability to operate in ways that conventional aircraft cannot, such as being stationary, meandering at moderate speeds without formation, and executing sharp turns that suggest a significant power source.
Advanced radars have detected these objects, which were not picked up by older systems. However, they sometimes evade sophisticated detection methods, such as radar and infrared cameras, and suppress their signatures. For instance, the infrared signatures do not match those of conventional jets, suggesting these are not standard aircraft. Despite detection by some sensors, there have been instances when visual confirmation failed, as the objects were not visible upon close approach.
Graves discusses the presence of these objects primarily along the East Coast but notes instances across the United States from New ...
The Unidentified Aerial Phenomena and Sightings
Public figures including Ryan Graves and Joe Rogan explore various theories regarding the mysterious aerial objects, with discussions ranging from foreign tech to extraterrestrial origins.
Graves mentions the concerning idea that adversarial nations like Russia or China could be deploying unknown technologies on U.S. soil, which could be tantamount to a declaration of war. He speculates about these nations using criminal gangs to ensure deniability, observing U.S. response, and detecting gaps in homeland defense systems.
Rogan and Graves discuss the advanced technology and superior capabilities of the objects that have been evading detection. Considering the logistics and intentions behind these objects' presence—such as searching for missing radioactive material—is complex.
The idea of a foreign adversary like Iran, China, or Russia being capable of operating off the East Coast without detection is considered doubtful by Graves, considering the difficulty of being stealthy, launching drones from a ship, and establishing a point of origin. It's also considered strange that hundreds of such drones could operate without detection or failure.
Joe Rogan entertains the hypothesis that the objects may be of extraterrestrial or interdimensional origin, with discussions extending to the idea that they might have been observing humanity or ensuring we do not destroy ourselves.
Graves discusses the energy expenditure of the objects equating to multiple nuclear bombs, suggesting a technology beyond current human capabilities. Rogan speculates that these objects, with their incredible speeds and resilience, could have always been here or live in the ocean.
The idea that these phenomena might indicate Earth's entry into a wider community of intelligent life is discussed, with various notions about what these visitors would be like, such as advanced and enlightene ...
Theories and Speculation about the Origins and Nature of the Objects
The governmental and military response to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) is being scrutinized for its apparent reticence to provide clarity and comprehensive information on the topic. Graves and Rogan discuss the complex and sometimes paradoxical stance of authorities as they navigate the murky waters of UAP disclosure.
Graves suggests that the government may be as in the dark about these UAPs as the public, citing uncertainties among government officials regarding the origins or operations of the objects. Despite awareness among senior congressmen and Coast Guard personnel, there is a lack of clarity. Ryan Graves notes having conversations with people in Congress and the Executive Branch, hinting at an engagement with governmental representatives about the UAP issue. The discussion touches on a possible lack of transparency in government, mentioning whistleblowers from the executive branch, classified programs, and the difference between public assertions and private knowledge.
Graves details the cumbersome processes and bureaucratic hurdles that impact the investigation of UAPs, such as the need for a 120-page report to intercept signals or requests that must go all the way up to the secretary of defense. He suggests that such antiquated laws slow down the investigation. Additionally, the hosts discuss the executive order and the National Security Act, which allow for classified information creation and contribute to legal complexities that hamstring the investigation.
The conversation reflects concerns about the absence of a centralized effort within the U.S. government to address UAP sightings comprehensively. Graves criticizes the current structure within the Pentagon for handling UAP issues, suggesting it lacks effectiveness and may have conflicts of interest.
Graves emphasizes the need for a national priority and a high-level focus with senior White House figures like the Office of Science and Technology Policy. He calls for the involvement of the scientific and academic community and the removal of stigma surrounding UAP research, ...
The Governmental and Military Response (or Lack Thereof)
Joe Rogan and Ryan Graves discuss the unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) and speculate on the possible ramifications of disclosure regarding UAP's true nature, which could be transformative for society and geopolitics.
Rogan suggests that the government may be gradually introducing the concept of UAPs to avoid mass panic—indicating that disclosure could have significant societal effects. He believes that if humanity learned from these entities, it could lead to a radically enlightened state of existence for humans. This implies that disclosure could drastically change our understanding and trajectory as a species.
Rogan emphasizes that confirming we are part of a community of intelligent life would revolutionize our grasp on our place in the universe and inspire collaboration. Graves adds that this knowledge could revamp religious beliefs and academic fields, and knowing which technologies to pursue could result in a "positive nuclear bomb" level leap in capabilities.
Graves discusses how a full understanding of the technology associated with UAP could open new fields of knowledge and lead to breakthroughs in science and technology. Rogan echoes this, noting that confirmation of such technology would necessitate a global effort to understand and replicate it, potentially revolutionizing our technology.
If these objects were associated with a foreign power, Rogan hints at the potential geopolitical implications. He specifically points to the technological and strategic advantage this would represent and suggests that it could prompt heightened tensions and an arms race. The discussion indicates that whoever first develops certain technologies, like gravity-based propulsion systems, would have a significant competitive edge.
A foreign power's link to UAP could provide that nation with a major strategic edge, potentially shifting the balance of global power. Rogan alludes to the risk if a country like China has developed superior drone technology, which could disrupt international relations.
Rogan indicates that the public is tired of being kept in the dark, showing that disclosure could significantly impact public knowledge and perception. Graves underscores the seriousness of the unknown nature of UAP, implying that comprehending them could have consequential geopolitical outcomes.
Graves touches on the potential ramifications of withholding UAP information, particularly concerning ...
The Potential Implications and Impacts of the UAP
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