Mostly True Alien Stories is the first podcast that blends alien news, real encounters, and comedy—without the woo-woo. Each week, we dive into reported UFO phenomena, government leaks, and the stories that make you wonder: Is this one mostly true? With celebrity guests, experiencers, and just the right amount of skepticism, we keep it smart, funny, and a little bit unbelievable. New episodes every Wednesday.
All Episodes

Latest Episodes

All Episodes
#11

The "Pascagoula Alien Abduction" Episode

MTAS Episode Summary: The Pascagoula Alien AbductionTwo men. One riverbank. Zero explanation. In this gripping episode of Mostly True Alien Stories, we head to Pascagoula, Mississippi, where Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker claimed they were abducted by otherworldly beings while fishing on an ordinary October night in 1973. What followed was a bizarre tale of paralysis, levitation, and strange robotic creatures that would launch one of the most chilling alien abduction cases in U.S. history.Neal and Andrew unravel the eerie details of the encounter, play the haunting Hickson tapes, and explore how the incident became both a media storm and a cultural touchstone. Along the way, the episode dives into Alien News & Entertainment, including sightings in New York, updates from the Mars Rover, the mysterious Tic Tac UFOs, and a celebrity UFO experience from singer Kacy Musgraves. And in celebration of National Alien Abduction Day, we ask: Are we any closer to the truth—or just deeper in the mystery?As always, we close with our verdict: Was the Pascagoula event a mostly true alien story, or just a well-timed fish tale that reeled in global attention?Leave us a comment and don't forget to subscribe to our show!📍 Chapters:[00:00] Introduction to Mostly True Alien Stories[01:30] Latest Alien News and Sightings[03:23] UFOs and Cosmic Discoveries[04:07] UFO Sightings in New York[05:23] National Alien Abduction Day[06:51] Mars Rover and Tic Tac UFOs[07:39] Speculation and Government Secrecy[08:23] Celebrity UFO Sightings[10:02] Unexplained Sightings and Witness Accounts[10:54] Movie Recommendations and Cosmic Humor[12:16] The Pascagoula Alien Encounter Begins[12:47] Setting the Scene: Pascagoula, Mississippi[13:01] The Fishing Trip and the Mysterious Light[15:25] The Encounter with the Craft[18:24] Paralyzed by Fear: The Alien Beings[19:57] The Abduction Experience[23:32] The Aftermath and Reporting the Incident[27:37] The Chilling Hickson Tapes[29:26] Investigative Responses and Lack of Action[31:06] Public Reaction and Media Sensation[32:12] The Aftermath: Lives Affected[33:39] Debating the Truth: Alien or Hoax?[39:34] Conclusions and Speculations
#10

The "Betty & Barney Hill Alien Abduction" Episode

MTAS Episode Summary: The Betty & Barney Hill Alien AbductionIt's one of the most famous alien abduction stories of all time—the night Betty and Barney Hill were taken aboard a spacecraft and subjected to bizarre medical examinations. Was it a genuine encounter with extraterrestrial beings or just a vivid nightmare fueled by cultural paranoia? In this milestone 10th episode of Mostly True Alien Stories, we unravel the chilling details of the Hills' ordeal, from the mysterious lights that chased their car to the hypnosis sessions that uncovered their fragmented memories.We dig into the cultural significance of this groundbreaking case, how it shaped modern UFO lore, and why it remains the gold standard for alien abduction stories. Plus, we dive into Alien News & Entertainment with the latest from the Age of Disclosure documentary, a wild UFO sighting involving NFL star Aaron Rodgers, and a thought-provoking discussion on humanity's readiness for first contact.As always, we wrap up with our verdict: Was the Hill abduction a mostly true alien story, or just another case of dreams colliding with reality? Tune in for an episode that challenges perceptions and digs deep into the heart of one of UFO history's most enduring mysteries.📍 Chapters:[00:00] Alien Communicators and Motherships[00:50] The Betty and Barney Hill Incident[02:14] Latest in Alien News and Entertainment – Age of Disclosure documentary, Aaron Rodgers UFO sighting[06:48] Preparing for First Contact[09:43] The Age of Disclosure Documentary[13:19] Aaron Rodgers and Alien Connections[14:39] The College Sleepover and UFO Sighting[16:19] The Unidentified Object in the Sky[17:44] The Aftermath of the Sighting[18:38] Movie Recommendations and Critiques[23:31] The Betty and Barney Hill Abduction Story[36:23] The Initial Report and Project Blue Book[39:49] The Aftermath and Public Reaction[44:08] Assessing the Truth of the Abduction Story[46:53] Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement
#9

The "Kelly-Hopkinsville Alien Shootout" Episode

MTAS Episode Summary: The Kelly-Hopkinsville Alien ShootoutDid a rural Kentucky family really have a gunfight with extraterrestrials, or were they just shooting at shadows? In 1955, the Sutton family claimed their farmhouse was under siege by strange, glowing creatures—setting off one of the most infamous alien encounters in history. Were they visited by beings from another world, or was it an alcohol-fueled case of mass hysteria?We break down the night’s events, the eerie details investigators uncovered, and the lingering debate over what really happened. Plus, in Alien News & Entertainment, we dive into health issues reported by Area 51 veterans, the latest government UFO disclosures, and why Galaxy Quest might be the most honest alien movie ever made. As always, we wrap with a verdict: Was the Kelly-Hopkinsville encounter a mostly true alien story—or just a late-night overreaction with a shotgun?Chapters00:00 Creative Alien Call-In Skit00:38 TikTok and Audience Engagement02:52 The Kelly Hopkinsville Encounter05:06 CIA Declassifies UFO Documents08:34 Area 51 Veterans and Health Issues12:20 Australia's Skinwalker Ranch12:37 Galaxy Quest and Pop Culture References13:54 Dave Grohl and UFO Fascination16:58 Street Fights and Sanctioned Matches17:57 Musicians and UFO Experiences19:47 The Sutton Family Encounter31:06 The Aftermath and Investigation35:44 The Firefight and Project Blue Book38:16 The Sheriff’s Encounter and Community Reactions40:51 The Aftermath and Personal Accounts42:39 Analyzing the Incident: Hysteria or Reality?45:39 The Letter and Its Implications47:01 Final Thoughts: A Shared Conclusion
#8

The "Buff Ledge Camp Alien Abduction" Episode Final

The Buff Ledge Camp Alien Abduction – A Summer Camp Close EncounterA quiet summer night. A peaceful lake. A UFO descending from the sky. What started as an ordinary evening at Buff Ledge Camp in 1968 turned into a terrifying case of missing time, telepathic beings, and memories so deeply buried they wouldn’t resurface for years.Teen camp workers Michael Lapp and Janet Cornell were watching the sunset over Lake Champlain when a bright light appeared in the sky. Within moments, it split into multiple lights, descended over the water, and came straight for them. Their next memory? Coming to hours later—disoriented, confused, and with no explanation for what had happened.Years later, under hypnosis, both Michael and Janet recovered memories of being taken aboard a craft, examined by humanoid beings with large black eyes, and subjected to strange experiments. Their stories matched perfectly, despite not speaking to each other for years.Was this a genuine case of alien abduction, or was something else at play?In this episode, we break down:The events of that night and what Michael and Janet remembered under hypnosis.The eerie similarities between Buff Ledge and other abduction cases.Why this case remains one of the most compelling abduction stories in UFO history.But that’s not all—we’re also covering:Olivia Newton-John’s UFO encounter—Did the Grease star really see a spacecraft as a child?The Pentagon’s investigation into Jake Barber’s claims of an egg-shaped UFO—Is there truth behind this bizarre sighting?Our movie recommendation: A Quiet Place—What does a post-apocalyptic thriller have in common with alien lore?So get ready for a classic abduction story filled with eerie details, lost time, and a mystery that’s never been fully explained.Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major streaming platforms. Follow, rate, and let us know—Mostly True, or mostly something else?Chapters00:00 Cold Open Alien Abduction01:28 Finishing Each Others Sentence01:39 Show Tease & What's To Come02:39 Alien News & Entertainment02:50 Airforce Pilot Close Encounter 07:11 AARO Defense Report & NDA's12:04 Pentagon, Barber, & The Egg Shaped UFO Investigation16:27 Olivia Newton John & Her Alien Encounter19:59 Movie Recommendations and Personal Preferences24:53 The Buff Ledge Camp Abduction Story34:57 Andrew Weighs In42:34 Neal Weighs In47:57 Wrap Up & Sign Off#MostlyTrueAlienStories #BuffLedge #UFOs #AlienAbduction #LakeChamplain #UFOEncounters #OliviaNewtonJohn #ThePentagon #JakeBarber #UFOInvestigation #wearenotalone