Listener Feedback: The ParaUFOlogist
Analysis Summary
Summary
The discussion involves Alan Greenfield, a para-ufologist, and feedback from listeners about his work. Kirk asks if Greenfield expressed interest in the magical or occult aspects of UFOs during his early career. The response notes that some of Greenfield's publications focused on philosophical topics rather than UFOs. The alternate horizons newsletter explored the alternate reality theory, which Greenfield described as an attempt to explain phenomena previously seen as mystical. Blackwolf comments on Greenfield's established persona by the 1970s, noting his humor and irreverence. The host previews upcoming episodes about Morris K. Jessup and the Philadelphia Experiment, indicating a complex history that may require multiple episodes to cover adequately.
Program Intelligence Analysis
The discussion revolves around Alan Greenfield's exploration of UFOs and the intersection of occultism and science in his writings. The upcoming episodes will delve into the complexities of the Philadelphia Experiment and related figures, highlighting the intricate narratives surrounding these topics.
Greenfield's alternate reality theory attempts to explain phenomena previously relegated to mysticism in objective scientific terms.
Alan Greenfield
“Many of the counts of contact or near contact seem to be true to the extent that they are reasonably accurate subjective accounts of actual experiences.”
Morris K. Jessup
Carl M. Allen / Carlos Allende
Managed by: Foundation for Philosophic Advancement
To explain phenomena previously relegated to mysticism in scientific terms
Alan Greenfield's publications included a focus on magical or occult topics, particularly in the 'Alternate Horizons' newsletter.
Greenfield's alternate reality theory attempts to explain phenomena previously relegated to mysticism in objective scientific terms.
The Philadelphia Experiment saga could be an entire podcast series due to its complexity and numerous theories.