{"id":2138,"date":"2025-03-10T09:57:02","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T09:57:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/10\/ufology-is-dead-and-critical-thinking-was-never-alive\/"},"modified":"2025-03-10T09:57:02","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T09:57:02","slug":"ufology-is-dead-and-critical-thinking-was-never-alive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/10\/ufology-is-dead-and-critical-thinking-was-never-alive\/","title":{"rendered":"UFOLOGY is Dead and critical thinking was never alive."},"content":{"rendered":"

The State of Ufology: A Call for Critical Thinking<\/strong><\/p>\n

Lately, I\u2019ve come to a hard realization: ufology is effectively dead, and the culture of critical thinking has yet to take root. As a modern polymath with a deep understanding of human behavior and technology, I’ve observed that this subreddit, among others, often perpetuates the problem.<\/p>\n

Instead of challenging the charlatans who exploit your passion for science and wonder, you seem to elevate them while dismissing those who apply logical scrutiny to their claims. Why are figures like Jeremy Corbell and George Knapp even given flair options here? If you truly care about ufology, you should question these individuals, not endorse them. The repeated mentions of Bob Lazar and Travis Walton highlight this issue; both have been criticized extensively, yet they continue to dominate discussions. And let\u2019s not even get started on the modern-day frauds that have emerged since 2017, who rely on outdated videos that some of us watched years ago on a dial-up connection.<\/p>\n

I believe that Stanton Friedman was the last genuine ufologist. Why? Because he was transparent and forthright, without any hidden agendas or dubious credentials. His authenticity shone through to the point that he even shared his personal phone number in his documentary, which I can attest to, having called it and spoken to him directly. That era of authenticity is long gone, replaced by sensationalism and a lack of critical analysis. <\/p>\n

I miss the days when journalists donned tin foil hats when discussing UFOs\u2014it at least showed skepticism! It\u2019s akin to discovering a hidden gem of a place you love, only to watch as it becomes swarmed by newcomers simply because it\u2019s now trendy. That\u2019s how I feel about ufology today. It\u2019s lost its charm and integrity as more people join in without a genuine interest in the subject.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s talk about element 115 for a moment. It was discussed in a science fiction book long before Bob Lazar’s famous 1989 interview, and I\u2019ve been fascinated with science since I was eight. The likes of Corbell, Knapp, and Lazar have appeared on platforms like Joe Rogan\u2019s podcast, making outlandish claims that go unchallenged by those who should know better. A quick five minutes of research on any of these figures reveals concerning details about their credibility.<\/p>\n

In my view, only two events\u2014Phoenix in 1997 and Stephenville, Texas, in 2008\u2014stand out as authentic. Since Stanton’s passing, the door has swung wide open for frauds to flourish without a credible scientist to hold them accountable. That\u2019s why ufology seems so defunct today: anyone with a military background can tell a story with zero evidence, and instead of rigorous inquiry, they\u2019re hailed as the next great authority.<\/p>\n

I apologize for this lengthy rant about ufology, but I know there are still a few genuine ufologists out there who share my frustration. This post is for you\u2014because I understand your disappointment. Here\u2019s to all of us who still care about the truth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\nThe State of Ufology: A Call for Critical Thinking Lately, I\u2019ve come to a hard realization: ufology is effectively dead, and the culture of critical thinking has yet to take root. As a modern polymath with a deep understanding of human behavior and technology, I’ve observed that this subreddit, among others, often perpetuates the problem.…\n<\/div>\n
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