Beyond Contact
Beyond Contact is a weekly podcast hosted by Captain Ron that features in-depth interviews with leading researchers and ufologists. The show asks hard questions in pursuit of a deeper, science-based understanding of the UFO phenomenon. New episodes are released on Fridays.
Episodes
Episode 125: UFOs & Hard Evidence with Patrick Armstrong
Patrick Armstrong of Vetted joins Captain Ron to break down the biggest UFO and UAP developments of 2026. They examine the new government releases, whistleblower protections, claims from Eric Davis and David Grusch, the search for hard evidence, and whether real UFO disclosure could finally be getting closer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 124: UFOs & The Cote Photo with Adam Pillion & Megan Woomer
Join Captain Ron as he welcomes documentary filmmakers Megan Woomer and Adam Pillion to discuss an incredibly clear photo of a UFO that was captured in 1971 during a government mapping flight over Lake Cote, Costa Rica.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 123: UFOs & ET Healing with Preston Dennett
Preston Dennett has been a UFO researcher since the 1980s, who specializes in ET contact cases. Preston shares how he’s gone from being an outside researcher, to a firsthand witness. He also surprises us with extraordinary experiencer cases, all of which include healing from ET beings. Has ET contact cured cancer?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 122: UFOs & The Hat Man with Heidi Hollis
Join Captain Ron and his guest Author Heidi Hollis as they discuss he lifelong exposure the world of UFOs, and her discovery of the truth about The Hat Man.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 121: UFOs with Chris Bledsoe
Chris Bledsoe is arguably the most iconic experiencer of the decade. Now, Captain Ron takes us beyond Chris’s extraordinary 2007 encounter to explore what has unfolded since, including the mysterious figure known only as The Lady, and how the phenomena has evolved for him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 119: UFOs & Light Beings with Susan Manewhich
Susan Manewhich is a unique experiencer who remembers coming into this world from her mother’s womb. Join her and Captain Ron as she shares insightful knowledge on the link between plasma beings and the UAP phenomena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 118: UFOs & the Air Force with Lenval Logan.
Lenval Logan joins Captain Ron to share an incredible sighting, the ongoing efforts for disclosure, and how you can be a part of the fight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 117: UFOs & How To Catch Them with David Dominguez Hooper
David Dominguez Hooper is a UFO detection system developer. He joins Captain Ron to dive into the incredible technology he built to capture UFOs, and the need to put this technology in the hands of the everyday Americans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 116: UFOs & Crash Retrievals with Dr. Eric W. Davis
Dr. Eric W. Davis joins Captain Ron to discuss his knowledge on confirmed UFO and UAP crash retrievals, bodies, and the locations in which they took place. He also shares the never ending road blocks he was up against while in AATIP (Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program) and the UAP Task Force.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 115: UFOs & Hidden History with Richard Dolan, Part 2
UFO Historian Richard Dolan joins Captain Ron as they dive back into the major disclosure efforts that have recently hit the UFO community, and discuss what they really mean underneith the surface.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 114: UFOs & Hidden History with Richard Dolan
Captain Ron is joined by UFO Historian Richard Dolan as they dive into the major disclosure efforts that have recently hit the UFO community, and what they really mean under the surface. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 113: The Captain's choice this week. Enjoy!!!
The Captain's choice this week. Enjoy!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 112: UFOs & Secret Bases Beneath Sedona with Melinda Leslie
Captain Ron is out participating in sky watches for show research but please enjoy this best of show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 111: UFOs with Dr. Jacques Vallée
Captain Ron and the legendary ufologist Jacques Vallée discuss UFOs, disclosure, and the deeper mysteries surrounding non-human intelligence. Dr. Vallée shares his unique perspective on what may really be behind the phenomenon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 110: UFOs & Experiences with Sev Tok
Captain Ron welcomes Sev Tok for a powerful conversation about lifelong ET contact and UFO personal encounters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 109: UFOs in Plain Sight with Scott Gearen
Captain Ron welcomes Scott Gearen, a U.S. Air Force Pararescueman and Special Tactics pioneer, for a candid conversation about his personal UFO encounters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 108: UFOs - Fact or Faked with Ben Hansen
Join Captain Ron and Ben Hansen as they discuss UFOs and disclosure. Ben will explain his investigations and what makes them so interesting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 107: The UFO Files with Stephen Bassett
Captain Ron talks to Stephen Bassett as Steve breaks down the latest release of UFO/UAP files and what they could mean for disclosure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 106: UFOs & S4 with Luigi Vendittelli
Join Captain Ron and Luigi Vendittelli as they discuss the mystery of Bob Lazar, Area 51, reverse-engineering alien technology, and the growing conversation surrounding UFO disclosure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 105: UFOs & Ancient Archaeology with James Keenan
Captain Ron sits down with James Keenan to explore the hidden connections between UFO phenomena and ancient archaeology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 104: UFOs & Missing Scientists
Captain Ron explores the mystery surrounding a recent wave of missing and deceased scientists, many connected to advanced and classified research. As questions grow, he examines whether these cases are isolated, or part of something far more deliberate. The conversation takes a deeper turn as he connects these incidents to UFOs. Are these scientists uncovering truths that someone doesn’t wan
Episode 103: UFOs & the UAP Task Force with Sarah Gamm
Captain Ron sits down with Sarah Gamm, former member of the Department of Defense’s UAP Task Force. Sara offers a rare, firsthand perspective on how the phenomenon is approached at the highest levels.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 102: UFOs & International Research with Rob Freeman and Mark McNabb
Captain Ron sits down with Rob Freeman and Mark McNabb for a deep dive into their firsthand experiences with UFO phenomena and the global journey that’s come with it. From unexpected sightings to boots-on-the-ground investigations, Rob and Mark share how their curiosity has taken them across continents in search of answers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 101: UFOs & The Why Files with Gino Gentile
Captain Ron sits down with Gino Gentile from The Why Files to break down UFO encounters, alien theories, and the mysteries that keep people questioning what’s really out there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 100: UFOs & The Moment of Contact with James Fox
Filmmaker James Fox joins Captain Ron as they discuss his new documentary 'Moment of Contact: New Revelations of Alien Encounters. They dive deep into the movie including the real-life things that inspired it. Listen as James shares behind-the-scenes insights from his investigations, the challenges of uncovering the truth, and what he believes this case reveals about global UFO encounters.See omny
Episode 99: RIP - In Memoriam of Nick Pope
On Monday, April 6th, we lost journalist and UFO investigator Nick Pope. Please enjoy this re-play as Captain Ron and Nick discuss the Rendlesham Forest Incident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 98: UFOs & Military Sightings with Jeffrey Nuccetelli
Captain Ron talks with whistelblower Jeffrey Nuccetelli about his personal UFO sightings and Military sightings. Drawing on firsthand experience, Nuccetelli shares what he witnessed during his time in service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 97: UFOs & Anomalous Phenomena with Dr. Simeon Hein.
Captain Ron & Dr. Simeon Hein discuss the intersection between UFOs, ball lightning, consciousness, and more! Dr. Hein also shares his evidence-based, analytical approach to the subject, and how it's often marginalized by conventional scientific inquiry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 96: UFOs & Dr. J. Allen Hynek with Paul Hynek
Captain Ron welcomes back Paul Hynek to discuss his father’s legacy and the UFO phenomenon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 95: UFOs & Project Blue Book with Mark Rodeghier
Mark Rodeghier has been President and Scientific Director of the J. Allen Hynek Center for UFO Studies since 1986. He shares what he has discovered and learned over the years investigating the UFO topic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 94: UFOs & The Afterlife with Joshua Cutchin
Author Joshua Cutchin dives into a layered conversation with Captain Ron about UFOs and ETs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 92: A UFO Perspective - Replay
Captain Ron discusses the importance of perspective when investigating the UFO phenomenon and answers questions that have been sent to him!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 93: Are Aliens Out There?
Join Captain Ron (often called the most skeptical believer) in a very special program as he examines the statistics and the possibility that ETs and UFOs are not only real but have visited Earth. His conclusions may surprise you!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 91: UFOs, Museums, & Roswell with Donald Schmitt
Captain Ron is joined by Donald Schmitt, The Lead Investigator for the world-famous International UFO Museum and Research Center. Don goes into depth about his decades-long investigation of the Roswell, New Mexico, UFO crash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 90: UFOs & Law Inforcement with Marianne Robb and Dave Rich
Marianne Robb and Dave Rich join Captain Ron to discuss how they used their decades-long experience in law enforcement to create UAP-PD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 89: UFOs & Science with Dr. Doug Buettner
Captain Ron is joined by Aerospace Systems Analyst and UFO Researcher Dr. Doug Buettner as they discuss his current work with SCU (the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies) and his work on a technology to help improve UFO data quality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 88: UFOs & Alien Implants with Steve Colbern
Enjoy this episode of Beyond Contact as Chemist and Material Scientist Steve Colbern joins Captain Ron to discuss his findings and analysis of several alien implants that Dr. Roger Leir extracted from his patients. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 87: UFOs & Advocacy with Kevin Wright
Captain Ron is joined by Advocate For UFO Transparency Kevin Wright as they discuss his support for whistleblowers, strengthening oversight, and advancing lawful disclosure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 86: UFOs & ETs with The Shaws
Join Captain Ron along with Leslie and Stephen Shaw as they discuss their take on the origins and answers to who and what ET and UFO encounters are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 85: Rendlesham Forest Incident with Nick Pope
Nick Pope joins Captain Ron to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of the December 1980 Rendlesham Forest Incident as they discuss one of the most well-documented UFO cases in history!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 84: UFOs & Britain's Roswell with Mark Christopher Lee
Documentary Filmmaker Mark Christopher Lee joins Captain Ron to discuss one of the most classic UFO cases of all time……….The Rendlesham UFO………The British Roswell. Mark will detail this case as well as relate the story of he and his friend visiting the site.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 83: UFOs with Byron Belitsos
Byron Belitsos joins Captain Ron to discuss The Urantia Book which is said to have been channeled from celestial beings. There is a case to be made that this is true since some of the information written in the book was not known to science at that time. Enjoy listening and make up your mind!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 82: UFOs & Nukes with David Schindele
Captain Ron is joined by Retired Air Force Captain, Author, and Aerospace Engineer David Schindele as they discuss the 1966 Incident at Minot Air Force Base!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 81: UFOs & Antarctica with Brad Olsen
Could the secrets of Antarctica be a larger cover-up than the UFO cover-up? Brad Olsen joins Captain Ron and argues that we would have UFO Disclosure if we were able to see what is hidden below the ice of Antarctica.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 80: UFOs & Bennie Foggins Part 2
Join Capt. Ron for the second of a 2 part series with Bennie Foggins. The pair will continue to chronologically guide us through Bennie's endless fight against censorship, control, and roadblocks by those in power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 79: UFOs & Bennie Foggins - Part 1
Join the Captain and Bennie Foggins; an ordinary man who came across a UFO that would leave something behind and change his life. This is the 1rst of a 2-part series highlighting a mysterious piece of metamaterial, and the serious name drops of who has been involved in this ongoing investigation for the truth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 78: UFOs & Edgar Cayce’s Legacy
CEO Christopher Naughton and Director of Legacy Education John Van Auken from Edgar Cayce’s Association for Research and Enlightenment join Captain Ron to shed light on how Edgar Cayce’s work was embedded in the UFO and non-human intelligence phenomenon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 77: UFOs & Hollywood with Tim Burke
Producer and Filmmaker Tim Burke joins Captain Ron to discuss Hollywood’s portrayal of the UFO phenomenon, UFO disclosure, and significant UFO cases in history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 76: UFOs & Neuroscience with Dr. Pascal Michael, PHD
Captain Ron is joined by Dr. Pascal Michael, PHD. as they discuss the relationship and similarities of ET encounters, UFOs, and Near-Death Experiences while under the influence of DMT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 75: UFOs & Multidimensional Realities with Dr. J.J. Hurtak & Dr. Desiree Hurtak
Join Captain Ron and the Hurtaks as they explore the theory of multidimensional realities, and the belief that ETs and NHI (non-human intelligence) live in different dimensions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 74: UFOs & Parapsychology with Lisa Puzo Strickland, PhD
Join Captain Ron and PhD Lisa Puzo Strickland as they discuss the link between human psychic abilities and the UFO phenomena. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 73: UFOs & Research with Greg Bishop
Enjoy this week's intriguing conversation about the importance of neutrality when it comes to the UFO topic. The Captain's guest will leave us with a heavy thought to ponder!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 72: UFOs & Making Contact with Alan Steinfield
Captain Ron is joined by author Alan Steinfeld for a conversation about the recent UFO hearings and humanity’s understanding of the phenomena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 71: UFOs & House Hearings with Stephen Bassett
This week, Captain Ron welcomes Disclosure Advocate Stephen Bassett and his take on the recent House Hearings. Stephen shares his insights on what was revealed, what it means for the push toward government transparency, and how these hearings fit into the broader path toward disclosure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 70: George Knapp Recounts his participation at the UFO Congressional Hearing
Join The Captain and George Knapp as George shares what it was like to testify in Congress. Mr. Knapp goes in depth about his feelings on disclosure, and discusses evidence he has seen and uncovered over the years that tells him the phenomena is real. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 69: UFO Regressions with Sarah Breskman Cosme
Sarah Breskman Cosme joins Captain Ron to dive into the data she has collected through her client's regressions that teaches us about extraterrestrials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 68: 50 Years Since the Travis Walton Abduction
With the 50th anniversary of the Travis Walton abduction approaching, Captain Ron is joined by Travis Walton and Filmmaker Jennifer Stein to reflect on the incident and explore how Travis’s life and perspective have evolved over the past five decadesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 67: UFOs & Theories with MICHAEL PHILLIPS
Captain Ron and Michael discuss alternative theories for what UFOs and extraterrestrial beings could be. Michael explores the concept of ancient and current esotericism and how the nature of consciousness controls our perception.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 66: Replay - The Global UFO Perspective with Vinnie Adams.
Captain Ron goes to the UK as he talks with Vinnie Adams of the Disclosure Team Podcast to discuss his insights on UFO sightings and drone activity across the globe. Vinnie also shares his thoughts on the different approaches to disclosure between the United Kingdom and the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 65: The Global UFO Perspective with Vinnie Adams
Captain Ron goes to the UK as he talks with Vinnie Adams of the Disclosure Team Podcast to discuss his insights on UFO sightings and drone activity across the globe. Vinnie also shares his thoughts on the different approaches to disclosure between the United Kingdom and the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 64: UFO s & Underground Military Bases with Jeremiah Horstman
Jeremiah Horstman joins Captain Ron to explain his latest investigations into the government’s involvement in deep underground Military Bases, UFOs, and Portals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 63: UFOs & Government Control with Walter Bosley
Walter Bosley joins Captain Ron to examine if recent videos and military encounters with off-world aircraft are being used to control who & what we believe regarding the UFO narrative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 62: UFOs & Culture with Dr. Stephen Finley
Check in with Captain Ron this week as he speaks with Dr. Stephen Finley, a professor in African American and Religious Studies at Louisiana State University, to gain a deeper understanding of UFOs through the lens of religion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 61: UFOs & Psionics with Hakim Isler
Join us this week as Captain Ron and Hakim Isler, the creator of The Psi Games, dive into evidence that ties Psionic abilities and the UFO fieldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 60: UFO's and Magic with Chris Ramsay
Join Captain Ron this week as he and Chris explore the intersection of perception and the UFO phenomenon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 59: UFOs & Roswell with Christopher Johnston
Join Captain Ron as he discusses his favorite UFO incident, the famous Roswell UFO Crash, with Roswell Author and Lawyer Christopher JohnstonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 58: Captain Ron and Kathleen Martin
Join us this week as Kathleen Marden, niece of Betty and Barney Hill, offers her unique insights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 57: Sedona, UFOs & Secret Bases with Melina Leslie
Captain Ron welcomes UFO Researcher Melinda Leslie who will share her ongoing investigation into an alleged underground military base beneath Sedona, Arizona.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 56: UFOs & The Road to Disclosure with Stephen Bassett
Join Captain Ron as he talks with Activist and Disclosure Advocate Stephen Bassett who gives us a timely update on the latest UFO Happenings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 55: UFOs & What We Know with Bryce Zabel
Captain Ron sits down with filmmaker and UFO researcher Bryce Zabel to reveal a series of stunning recent developments in the UFO community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 54: UFOs in 1945 with Paul Smith
Captain Ron welcomes Paul H. Smith who shares a remarkable death bed confession from Naval Aviator Roland Powell, detailing a 1945 UFO encounter near the Hanford Nuclear Plant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 53: The Legal Fight for UFO Disclosure with Daniel Sheehan
Join Captain Ron as he discusses all things UFO with attorney Daniel Sheehan, including how Daniel believes . UFO information is likely held within the government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 52: Expedition UFOs with Josh Gates
Captain Ron speaks with Expedition Unknown’s Josh Gates about his firsthand investigations into the most iconic UFO cases in history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 51: UFOs & Cattle Mutilations with Linda Moulton Howe
Captain Ron is joined by Investigative Journalist Linda Moulton Howe to discuss controversial aspects of the UFO phenomenon. Linda will also present information on her conversations with whistleblowers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 50: Tribute to Ufologist Earl Gray Anderson
On Sunday, April 27th, 2025 we lost MUFON State Director of Southern California Earl Gray Anderson. The following is our tribute to one of the leading researchers in the field of Ufology!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 49: UFOs & The Visitors with Whitley Strieber
Enjoy this episode as Captain Ron speaks with legendary Experiencer and Communion Author Whitley Strieber about his telepathic interactions with the Visitors. Whitley also shares insights from his latest book, The Fourth Mind, which explores the Visitors’ extraordinary abilities!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 48: UFOs & Eyewitnesses with Peter Robbins
Captain Ron’s guest this week is UFO Researcher Peter Robbins as they discuss Peter’s encounter with five UFOs alongside his sister in the 1960s. Peter will share his perspective on true disclosure as well as the degree of misinformation and disinformation in the field of Ufology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 47: UFOs & Crash Retrievals with Ross Coulthart
Captain Ron speaks with investigative journalist Ross Coulthart about his transformation from skeptic to firm believer in global UFO crash retrieval programs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 46: UFOs & Scientific Analysis with Richard Hoffman
Captain Ron sits down with veteran UFO investigator Richard Hoffman to explore six decades of UFO research and its impact on scientific inquiry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 45: UFOs & the Nature of Reality with Alexis Brooks
Enjoy this week's episode as Captain Ron sits down with Researcher and Author Alexis Brooks to explore the deeper connections between UFO phenomena and the true nature of reality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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