Aliens, UFOs, UAPs, extra-terrestrials, whatever you call them, it's a fascinating topic for discussion and one that's come up on the Joe Rogan Experience multiple times with many insightful and interesting guests. Are we alone in this vast and infinite universe? Surely not... Here are some of the best episodes on aliens and UFOs.
1) Bob Lazar & Jeremy Corbell (JRE #1315)
Bob Lazar is a physicist who claims to have worked on reverse engineering extraterrestrial technology at a site called S-4 near Area 51. Jeremy Corbell is a documentary filmmaker who made a film about Lazar’s claims.
2) Rizwan Virk (JRE #2151)
Ready to explore the intersection between simulation theory and the UFO phenomenon? As the conversation delves into the realm of extraterrestrial life, Virk wonders whether the bizarre characteristics of UFO sightings could be explained by the idea that our reality is a simulation. He raises thought-provoking questions about the physical nature of these unidentified crafts and the intentions of the entities behind them. Are they truly visitors from other worlds, or could they be glitches in the matrix, avatars controlled by higher-dimensional beings, or even time travelers from our own future?
3) David Grusch (JRE #2065)
Dave Grusch, a former Air Force intelligence officer, drops bombshell revelations about the U.S. government's long history of studying UFOs. Could the origins of these mysterious crafts be extraterrestrial, interdimensional, or something even more mind-bending? Grusch pulls back the curtain on the secrecy surrounding alleged crash retrieval programs and reverse-engineering efforts, dating back nearly a century. As he pushes for transparency, the question remains: will the truth finally be revealed?
4) Diana Walsh (JRE #2091)
Professor Diana Walsh Pasulka dives deep into the enigmatic world of UFOs and the possibility of accessing otherworldly realms. From ancient religious art to the Shroud of Turin, Pasulka explores the tantalizing evidence that suggests humans have been tapping into these dimensions for centuries. Join her as she unravels the mysteries of interdimensional objects, advanced technologies, and encounters with the unknown, all while pondering the potential role of meditation, psychedelics, and near-death experiences in this fascinating journey.
5) Ryan Graves (JRE #1883)
Ryan Graves is a former US Navy Lieutenant who was the first active duty pilot to disclose information of UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon) also known as UFOs. He discusses what he saw during his time as a pilot, becoming a whistleblower and the lack of interest by the public and politician in UFOs.
6) Paul Stamets (JRE #1285)
Paul Stamets is a mycologist who studies fungi and their potential uses in medicine and other fields. In this episode, he discusses his theories about the possibility of extraterrestrial life being based on fungi.
7) Jeremy Corbell and George Knapp (JRE #2028)
As already mentioned Jeremy Corbell is an investigative film-maker and UFOlogist and George knapp is an investigatve reporter and TV host. They join Joe to discuss efforts to conceal evidence of crashed alien crafts that have landed on Earth and why there are efforts to keep it secret.
8) Travis Walton (JRE #1597)
Travis Walton’s personal story of alien abduction inspired the science-fiction film “Fire in the Sky”, and has been featured in multiple documentaries devoted to the subject of UFOs 12.
9) Eric Weinstein (JRE #1945)
Eric Weinstein is an American hedge fund director, podcast host, and former managing director for Thiel Capital who has a PhD in mathematical physics from Harvard University. He joined Joe to discuss a variety of alien-related subjects including the possibility of alien time travel.
10) Sean Carroll (JRE #1352)
Sean Carroll, a physicist, author and research Professor at the California Institute of Technology provides a scientific perspective on the existence of extraterrestrial life and the possibility of interstellar travel.
11) Christopher Mellon (JRE #1645)
Chris Mellon is a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence who worked under President Bush and President Clinton. He discusses his experiences and insights into unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) and classified materials he has seen on the matter.
12) Avi Loeb (JRE #1596)
Avi Loeb is an Israeli-American astrophysicist and a prominent figure in the field of astronomy and astrophysics known for his significant contributions to various areas of astrophysics, particularly in the study of black holes, the first stars, the search for extraterrestrial life. He spoke to Joe about his book that talks about Oumuamua, an object that passed through the Milky Way in 2017 and may have been a result of alien intelligence.
13) Reggie Watts (JRE #2048)
Comedian and musician Reggie Watts to talk about a variety of topics. In particular he recounts his own experience of alien abduction and what he believes the truth is about extra-terrestial life.
14) Graham Hancock (JRE #1284)
Graham Hancock is an author and journalist who has written extensively about ancient civilizations and lost civilizations. In this episode, he discusses his theories about the possibility of ancient civilizations having contact with extraterrestrial beings.
15) Tom DeLonge (JRE #1029)
Tom DeLonge is a musician and entrepreneur who founded the To The Stars Academy of Arts & Science, an organization that researches UFOs and extraterrestrial life.
16) Dan Aykroyd (JRE #1351)
Dan Aykroyd is an actor and comedian who has a long-standing interest in UFOs and extraterrestrial life. In this episode, he discusses his beliefs about the existence of extraterrestrial life and his experiences with UFO sightings.
FAQs about Aliens and UFOs
Here are some frequently asked questions about alien terminology and history.
What is a UAP?
UAP stands for unidentified aerial phenomenon. It refers to objects or phenomena observed in the sky that cannot be identified as aircraft or other known phenomena. The term is often used interchangeably with UFO (unidentified flying object), although some people use UAP instead of UFO to avoid the popular connotations associated with the term UFO, including the implication that they are alien spacecraft.
Does Joe Rogan believe in aliens?
Joe Rogan has expressed his interest in extraterrestrial life and UFOs on monay during different episodes of his podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience. In one of his episodes, he said that he is “100% convinced” that aliens have visited Earth. He has interviewed several guests, both amateur and expert who have shared their experiences and theories about extraterrestrial life.
What are some books about aliens?
Check out Area 51: An Uncensored History of America’s Top Secret Military Base by Annie Jacobsen, American Cosmic: UFOs, Religion, Technology by D.W. Pasulka, Passport to Magonia: On UFOs, Folklore, and Parallel Worlds by Jacques F. Vallée, Unacknowledged: An Expose Of The World’s Greatest Secret by Steven M. Greer, UFO & IFO: A Factual Report on Flying Saucers by Gardner Soule and The 37th Parallel: The Secret Truth Behind America’s UFO Highway by Ben Mezrich.
Best Joe Rogan UFO Podcasts
- Bob Lazar & Jeremy Corbell (JRE #1315)
- Rizwan Virk (JRE #2151)
- David Grusch (JRE #2065)
- Diana Walsh (JRE #2091)
- Ryan Graves (JRE #1883)
- Paul Stamets (JRE #1285)
- Jeremy Corbell and George Knapp (JRE #2028)
- Travis Walton (JRE #1597)
- Eric Weinstein (JRE #1945)
- Sean Carroll (JRE #1352)
- Christopher Mellon (JRE #1645)
- Avi Loeb (JRE #1596)
- Reggie Watts (JRE #2048)
- Graham Hancock (JRE #1284)
- Tom DeLonge (JRE #1029)
- Dan Aykroyd (JRE #1351)
