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NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart digs into stories the media is supposedly not meant to tell, taking a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to other mysteries often missing from the headlines.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 1h 7min
What the Wall Street Journal isn't telling you about UFOs | Reality Check
In this episode of "Reality Check," Ross Coulthart sits down with former Air Force official Mario Woods and former Marine and UAP researcher Rob Heatherly. Woods had an NHI encounter in 1977 while on duty at Ellsworth Air Force Base, describing the craft he witnessed as the size of a Walmart. Heatherly has been researching many of the claims made in a recent article from The Wall Street Journal. Together, they dive into the supposed “bombshell” piece, rebutting and expanding upon the “explosive” claims. They also discuss disinformation campaigns, whistleblowers and the possibility that President Trump is being misled by the national security complex.
#WallStreetJournal #UFO #UAP
UFO whistleblower David Grusch: 'We are not alone' | Official Ross Coulthart NewsNation interview • UFO whistleblower David Grusch: 'We are no...
Chapter summary:
:00 Ross gives take on recent article from Wall Street Journal
9:48 Rob Heatherly gives take on WSJ article
14:05 Mario Woods discusses EMP claim in WSJ article
16:54 Rob Heatherly breaks down EMP claims
18:06 Malmstrom Air Force Base incident
23:07 Military secrecy and disinformation campaigns
27:22 Is it possible there was EMP test at Malmstrom?
31:37 Why is government engaged in disinformation campaigns?
39:25 Whistleblowers and congressional investigations
43:14 Is President Trump being misled?
44:01 Mario Woods describes UAP sighting & NHI encounter
52:41 Mario Woods shares feelings about government trying to discredit him
55:38 Mario Woods on struggle to get his medical records released
59:16 Are we at tipping point for disclosure?
Credits:
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Anthony Diasio
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Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 28min
How Ross Coulthart vetted UFO whistleblower Jake Barber's claims | Reality Check
In this episode of "Reality Check," Ross Coulthart invites you to watch his speeches and hear your questions from "Contact in the Desert." Retired Lt. Col. John Blitch returns to speak with Ross about his thoughts on abductions and the U.S. government as well as his personal experience with UAPs and helping UFO whistleblower Jake Barber be vetted for his bombshell NewsNation exclusive interview.
#whistleblower #JakeBarber #ufo
Link to Blitch interview: • Former nuclear officer, green beret says h...
Link to full Jake Barber interview: • UFO whistleblower Jake Barber would '100% ...
Link to Jon Paul Bales interview: • Why military veteran Don Paul Bales believ...
Link to Fred Baker interview: • Air Force veteran on working with UFO whis...
Link to Jake Barber full special with egg-shaped UFO: • Whistleblower reveals UAP retrieval progra...
Link to Hunting UFOs / Bob Thompson full special: • Watch the complete 'Hunting UFOs: The Dese...
Link to David Grusch special: • UFO whistleblower David Grusch: 'We are no... 0:00 - 1:26 - Intro
1:27-48:21 - Ross' speech
48:22-1:10:14 - Lt. Col. John Blitch
1:10:15-1:23:17 - Audience Q&A
1:23:18 Outro
Credits:
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: William Tomasi
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Jun 8, 2025 • 36min
Ross Coulthart Q&A: New source claims drone incursion was secret government program | Reality Check
Ross Coulthart explores untold stories using a fact-based approach to address various topics, from unidentified aerial phenomena to other mysteries that often go unreported. Now, he is turning to viewers, answering their pressing questions each week. In this week's episode, Coulthart tackles questions about potentially being silenced by the government, new information he's learned about the drone incursion and the rumors that something big is coming in 2027.
#Drone #UAP #UFO
Ross's Exclusive Greenland UAP video: • Exclusive: 'Incredible' UAP video captured...
CREDITS:
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Sarah Jackson
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
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CHAPTER SUMMARY:
00:28-2:58 Has Ross been silenced?
2:58-3:12 Ross reacts to AARO director acknowledging NIH
3:12-10:12 Ross reveals new information on the "drone" incursion
10:12-12:14 What's happening in 2027?
12:14-15:42 Is Greenland a UFO hotspot?
15:42-21:18 Do all humans have psychic ability?
21:18-25:20- What to do if you see a UFO
25:20-30:45 Ross's take on the new David Grusch lawsuit
30:45-31:19 Where to send your questions & goodbye
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
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Jun 2, 2025 • 45min
'Phoenix Lights' mass UAP sighting witness searching for answers | Reality Check
On March 13, 1997, people across the American southwest witnessed a series of objects in the skies in what came to be known as the "Phoenix Lights" phenomenon.
Ross Coulthart sits down with Dr. Lynne Kitei, who witnessed the Phoenix Lights, to discuss that night, what she says she saw beforehand and what she’s learned in the decades since.
Dr. Lynne Kitei's unique collection of Phoenix Lights photos and videos can be viewed at:
PHOENIX LIGHTS NETWORK https://thephoenixlights.net
CREDITS
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Irit Nayden
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
Email your questions to RealityCheck@NewsNationNow.com
NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
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CHAPTERS
0:00-2:04 The Phoenix Lights museum
2:04-8:34 Meet Dr. Lynne Kitei
8:34-14:10 After the mass sighting...
14:10-24:30 March 13, 1997
24:30-35:34 10-to-20,000 witnesses of The Phoenix Lights
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May 28, 2025 • 34min
Tom Dongo’s paranormal research at Bradshaw Ranch | Reality Check
As part of Ross Coulthart’s hunt for UFOs in the American desert, he meets up with Tom Dongo, author and UFO investigator, in Sedona, Arizona. Dongo shared his findings and photos, specifically around Bradshaw Ranch and beyond. The pair also discussed the possibility of secret underground military bases.
#UFO #BradshawRanch #TomDongo
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Hunting UFOs TV Special: • Watch the complete 'Hunting UFOs: The Dese...
Ross visits Bradshaw Ranch • 'Hunting UFOs': Radar reveals alleged unde...
Guest: Tom Dongo, Author & UFO Investigator
CREDITS
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: John Nock
Chapters
0:00 – Ross Coulthart introduces Tom Dongo
1:47 – Meet Tom Dongo, Author & UFO Investigator
4:14 – Tom Dongo shares photos from Bradshaw Ranch
9:59 – Tom Dongo: There are "absolutely" secret underground military bases in the desert
17:36 – Army Colonel investigates multiple UFO crashes
21:33 – Jet fighters escorting a UAP disc "Flux craft"
27:56 – Tom's friend investigating secret underground military base
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
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May 26, 2025 • 2h 16min
UFO video analysis: The Rubber Duck, La Bruja, The Cigar and more | Reality Check
As part of Ross Coulthart’s hunt for UFOs in the American desert, Coulthart sat down with scientists and researchers to examine famous videos and a newly leaked video from a former Border Patrol officer of a UAP called "The Cigar."
With help from Peter Reali, Matthew Szydagis and Rich Hoffman of the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU), the group does detailed video analysis of The Rubber Duck, La Bruja, The Apache, The A10 and The Cigar.
#UFO #RubberDuck #TheCigar
Hunting UFOs TV Special: • Watch the complete 'Hunting UFOs: The Dese...
Whistleblower Bob Thompson full interview: • UFOs at the border: Whistleblower's new vi...
Ross joins whistleblower to return to UFO locations: • Hunting UFOs: On the ground at famous sigh...
Ross' keynote address speech to SCU discussing the night which convinced him to investigate UFOs • Ross Coulthart reveals the night that conv...
Chapters
0:00 – Ross Coulthart arrives at conference for Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies
1:26 – Meet Peter Reali, Retired electrical engineer/SCU Member
4:39 – U.S.S. Nimitz UFO video and Rubber Duck UFO video
22:12 – Diagram of plane which recorded the Rubber Duck UFO video
29:17 – Peter's take on La Bruja UFO video
32:05 – Peter's take on The Cigar UFO video
36:20 – Meet Matthew Szydagis, Experimental physicist/SCU Member
43:51 – Matthew's take on The A10 UFO video
47:55 – Matthew's take on La Bruja UFO video
1:03:27 – Matthew's take on The Cigar UFO video
1:05:54 – Meet Rich Hoffman, SCU Executive Board Member
1:31:22 – Rich's take on The Apache video
1:36:38 – Rich's take on The A10 UFO video
1:41:28 – Rich's take on La Bruja UFO video
1:46:19 – Rich's take on Rubber Duck UFO video
1:49:42 – Rich's take on The Cigar UFO video
CREDITS:
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Allen Keefner
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
Email your questions to RealityCheck@NewsNationNow.com
NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
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May 25, 2025 • 29min
Ross Coulthart Q&A: Secret military tunnels, dark side of the moon and more | Reality Check
Ross Coulthart explores untold stories using a fact-based approach to address various topics, from unidentified aerial phenomena to other mysteries that often go unreported. Now, he is turning to viewers, answering their pressing questions each week. In this week's episode, Coulthart tackles questions about rare elements at Bradshaw Ranch, the 1966 Westall incident in Australia, and the dark side of the moon.
How the CIA worked with psychics on 'Project Stargate': • How the CIA worked with psychics on 'Proje...
CREDITS:
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Anthony Diasio
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
Email your questions to RealityCheck@NewsNationNow.com
NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/
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CHAPTER SUMMARY:
00:32 Making UAP videos/photos available to the public
1:43 Secret tunnels and bases under the Arizona desert
6:13 Is Uranium being mined under Bradshaw Ranch?
7:53 The dark side of the moon
9:57 Physical appearance of the TicTac craft
14:44 The Westall Australia incident
21:29 UAP space travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 2025 • 21min
Navajo ranger on hunting UFOs in tribal lands | Reality Check
As part of Ross Coulthart's hunt for UFOs in the American desert, he sets out with former Navajo Ranger John Dover. They discuss Native American lore, cave drawings and mysterious sightings Dover has investigated in his career on tribal lands.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Ross Coulthart introduces John Dover
1:57 Meet John Dover
5:52 The "portals" which rival Skinwalker Ranch
8:52 Secret underground military base?
11:31 Native American rock art and mythology
Watch the Hunting UFOs: The Desert Sky Mystery TV Special here: • Watch the complete 'Hunting UFOs: The Dese...
CREDITS
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Allen Keefner
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
Email your questions to RealityCheck@NewsNationNow.com
NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
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May 18, 2025 • 38min
Why won’t Border Patrol report UFOs, and will the new pope expose deep secrets? | Reality Check
Ross Coulthart explores untold stories using a fact-based approach to address various topics, from unidentified aerial phenomena to other mysteries that often go unreported. Now, he is turning to viewers, answering their pressing questions each week. In this week's episode, Coulthart speaks with NewsNation border correspondent Ali Bradley. She shares exclusive statements from Border Patrol agents on why they won't report possible UAP sightings. Coulthart also reacts to a new statement by the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office and tackles questions about Pope Leo XIV and Steven Spielberg.
#UAP #borderpatrol #popeleoxiv
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
Email your questions to RealityCheck@NewsNationNow.com
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Is Jesus an alien? Pope Francis' interest in UAPs explained: • Is Jesus an alien? Pope Francis’ interest ...
CREDITS:
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
Editor: Sarah Jackson & Vince Varacello
GUEST:
Ali Bradley, NewsNation Border Correspondent
Meagan Ourada, NewsNation Editorial Producer
CHAPTER SUMMARY:
00:19-12:59: Ali Bradley gives exclusive comments from Border Patrol agents on UAPs
12:59-17:59 Ross reacts to the new AARO statement
17:59-20:36 Will the new Pope get involved with UAPs
20:36-24:17 Ross reacts to questions about abductee Whitley Strieber
24:17-27:30 Would Ross interview Steven Spielberg?
27:30-30:34 Ross on animal psionic ability
30:34-33:23 Ross on Bob Lazar story
33:23-34:09 Where to send your questions, and Ross heading to the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 14, 2025 • 47min
'Hunting UFOs': Radar reveals alleged underground chasm in American Desert
NewsNation special correspondent Ross Coulthart sets out in search for UFOs in the American desert with UFO investigators Jeremiah Horstman & Alexandra Caldwell. Exclusive photos are shown of choppers allegedly escorting strange objects, a mysterious "soldier" who may have pursued them in the mountains, and what they believe could be the entrance to a deep underground military base. Australian treasure hunter Paul Duggan also maps out what he believes is a strange chasm underground.
#UFO #UAP #desert
'Hunting UFOs: The Desert Sky Mystery': • Watch the complete 'Hunting UFOs: The Dese...
Host: Ross Coulthart
Executive Producer: Andy Gipson
Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada
Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson
Associate Producer: Will Tomasi
On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines.
More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcast...
Email your questions to RealityCheck@NewsNationNow.com
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