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The Why Files: Operation Podcast

The Why Files: Operation Podcast

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The Why Files covers mysteries, myths and legends. We tell stories and seek the truth in a fun and lighthearted way. Our content is heavily researched; we don't release an episode unless we're sure we can bring something new to a topic. Biological Sciences Science Science Fiction Social Sciences
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  • 629: UFO Contact, Government Secrets and the CIA | Basement #004 Chris Bledsoe
    Feb 19 2026

    Chris Bledsoe is a UFO experiencer, author, and speaker whose 2007 encounter at the Cape Fear River became one of the most scrutinized contact cases in modern history. He reports that the experience cured a years-long battle with Crohn's disease and triggered a profound spiritual awakening that continues to this day.

    Since then, defense, intelligence, and military branches have investigated his claims. The CIA, NASA, and the Vatican have all shown direct interest in his case.

    Bledsoe reports ongoing phenomena at his home, speaks at events worldwide, and published his memoir UFO of God in 2023. Thousands of witnesses have observed orbs in his presence. He continues to be studied by researchers and scientists who cannot explain what they find.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYzXPxktcuM

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    2 hrs and 21 mins
  • 628: Templars, Atlantis, and the Ark of the Covenant | Basement #003 Tim Hogan
    Feb 15 2026

    Timothy Hogan is an author, lecturer, and esoteric researcher specializing in the Knights Templar, alchemy, Gnosticism, and Hermetic traditions. Introduced to the Templar tradition in childhood, he later pursued Rosicrucian and Masonic studies, attaining high degrees across several rites. He is the Grand Master of the Order of the Temple of the Secret Initiates and founded the Templar Collegia to teach Templar philosophy and symbolism.

    Hogan has written seven books exploring history, symbolism, and ancient wisdom traditions. He lectures internationally on cross-cultural symbolism and spiritual philosophy, and leads historical study tours through Egypt, Europe, and Mesoamerica. His work focuses on the transmission of esoteric knowledge, initiation traditions, and the deeper symbolism behind the Holy Grail and alchemy.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nr-zETVa8mY&t=3s

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    2 hrs and 41 mins
  • 627: The Basement #002 | Mike Bara - Kennedy Assassination, Moon Conspiracy and NASA's Lies
    Feb 6 2026

    Mike Bara spent 25 years in aerospace working on Boeing 757, 767, F-35, and classified military programs before co-authoring the New York Times bestseller Dark Mission: The Secret History of NASA with Richard C. Hoagland.

    A frequent Ancient Aliens contributor and author of seven books on suppressed space discoveries, Bara uses his aerospace engineering background to challenge official narratives about extraterrestrial artifacts and secret technology programs.

    Starting as a Boeing draftsman in 1979, he advanced through experience on compartmentalized black programs, giving him unique insight into defense contracting and classified operations. He connects Roswell, the JFK assassination, and current Congressional UFO hearings, arguing that anti-gravity technology has existed since the 1960s and ancient civilizations left engineering marvels across our solar system.

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    3 hrs and 29 mins
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Why files is a show covering stories that keep us awake at night, interesting, disturbing and intriguing stories. Somehow, AJ still manages to keep the mood light and the show always leaves me smiling. Operation podcast goes beyond the format of the show with deep dives into already seen topics.

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I love it, love the videos and just got onto the podcasts, listening at work 😃

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Love the show, the way it’s research and it’s presentation, and cheeky hecklefish is great combination x

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Keep em coming AJ. By far the most interesting channel out there. Every Friday you fill my brain with fascinating stories. I can't recommend The Why files enough.

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