UAP Developments: Elizondo's New Book, Grusch Interview, and CIA's Atlas Response
That UFO PodcastJanuary 13, 202623 min18,397 views
28 connectionsΒ·40 entities in this videoβLuis Elizondo's Upcoming Book 'Reckoning'
- π A new book by Luis Elizondo, titled "Reckoning: The Unspoken Truth about UFOs and the Urgency of Now," has been listed by its publisher, Harper Collins.
- ποΈ The book is scheduled for pre-order on May 29, 2026, with a release in late August 2026, and is positioned as a significant UAP development.
- π The publisher's blurb highlights that UAPs are real, the evidence is undeniable, and humanity's future depends on how we respond, drawing on undisclosed evidence, global history, and science.
- β οΈ Elizondo's previous book was a bestseller, and this new release is noted for its timing, appearing before another anticipated book by J. Stratton.
David Grusch on The Megyn Kelly Show
- π€ David Grusch discussed crash retrievals, deep-state dynamics, and misinformation during an interview on The Megyn Kelly Show.
- π£οΈ Grusch clarified he was not fully involved in the "Age of Disclosure" documentary, which filmed over several years prior to his public emergence.
- ποΈ He stated that presidents are briefed on UAP matters depending on the deep state's trust, and identified Dick Cheney as the closest figure to a singular leader in managing such information.
- π Grusch also called out James Clapper, former DNI, for being well aware of and managing the crash retrieval program and legacy UAP efforts.
- πΊπΈ Representative Anna Luna also appeared, emphasizing that Congress, meant to have oversight, is being denied access to information.
CIA Response to the Oumuamua Object
- π½ The CIA responded to a Freedom of Information Act request regarding the interstellar object 'Oumuamua with a "neither confirm nor deny" statement.
- π The agency stated that even the existence of records would be classified, a response that has raised eyebrows in the UAP community.
- π¬ While NASA and astronomers describe 'Oumuamua as a natural interstellar comet, the CIA's response has fueled speculation about potential classified assessments.
- π‘ Avi Loeb noted that intelligence agencies may assess low-probability, high-impact scenarios privately, even if an object appears natural.
Other UAP Community Developments
- π¬ Chris Bledsoe discussed his UFO encounter and subsequent experiences on "American Alchemy," with some commentary noting the narrative evolving into spiritual and consciousness-based aspects.
- π§ There's a discussion about discernment within the UAP topic, with concerns raised about absolutist claims and the perception of some narratives becoming cult-like.
- π’ James Fox has alluded to a significant announcement expected soon, possibly at a press club event, which appears separate from a forthcoming documentary on the Varginha incident by Brazilian journalist Ronny Verete.
- π° The podcast also touches on an interview with Ryan Perky about Donald H. Menzel, a key figure in UFO skepticism, and the history of skepticism in the UAP field.
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