Need To Know
Bryce ZabelNeed to Know is a smart, serious, and accessible podcast about the reality of UFOs/UAP and what the phenomenon may mean for all of us. Produced by Stellar Productions, the show is hosted by award-winning writer/producer and former CNN correspondent Bryce Zabel, who continues the signature UFO/UAP conversation format he helped pioneer: informed, evidence-driven, open-minded, and focused on what the... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 85 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsSociety & Culture | |||
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Neil deGrasse Tyson seems to be pivoting on UFOs. After years of mocking the subject, he's now saying that military witnesses, whistleblowers, and congressional testimony have elevated the conversation. But as Bryce Zabel points out, Tyson still can'... more
The Trump administration's first major UFO/UAP document release has triggered a worldwide media firestorm — with newly declassified files, Apollo-era astronaut reports, military encounters, intelligence documents, and unexplained aerial incidents dom... more
In this special Need to Know episode, Bryce Zabel, Richard Dolan, and producer Tyler Stevens react in real time to the Trump administration's first major UFO/UAP file release. The discussion covers the massive batch of documents, military ISR videos,... more
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I fully enjoy these guys. Great voices and credible stories. I look forward to continued listening.
Apple Podcasts5Tickrmvr
United States2 months ago - Great show / too many commercials
Been listening to this show for years and love it- but way too many commercial breaks - I get that content creators need to make $ and encourage it but 3 commercial breaks in 20 mins? Very annoying and constantly breaks the flow. Sometimes I have to listen to something else until I have built up some more patience for interruptions.
Apple Podcasts4ericralphUnited States7 months ago - Disappointed but still hopeful
I enjoyed the first incarnation of this podcast until Ross Coulthard damaged his own credibility with unverifiable reporting (mostly elsewhere) and was encouraged by the reboot with Richard Dolan as the new cohost. But after one initial rah rah launch promising big things, we get weeks of silence followed by a show that basically rehashes old cases that have been discussed over and over and are just stories. Hopefully more substantial episodes will follow.
There’s a clear opening for a UFO sho... more
Apple Podcasts2Martini Lotus 79United States8 months ago - Disappointed
It’s very unfortunate that Ross is no longer on the show. It’s now very very boring and you just keep repeating yourselves. How about you bring new material/content. You just keep going around in circles.
I doubt I’ll be listening much more
Apple Podcasts2Juzzy1919
Australia9 months ago - Thank you
Your country is run by a pedo. You hope for lies at best. It a shame because the great county of freedom has been corrupted and communist is what you ‘all will deserve.
Apple Podcasts1He’d beAustralia9 months ago
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A thoughtful, evidence-driven examination of UFOs/UAP, government disclosures, and the broader implications for society. Conversations blend historical context, credible witness accounts, and contemporary news, with occasional deep-dive formats like a book club and special episodes exploring fresh angles. Notable strengths include keeping a serious, accessible tone while balancing rigorous analysis with open-minded discussion, and a history of high-profile guests and investigative reporting. The show likely appeals to curious, analytically minded listeners who want context, transparency, and thoughtful critique around disclosure and the evolving UFO conversation.
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Need To Know launched 4 years ago and published 85 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Need To Know include:
1. Brent Friedman
2. Jason Guillemette
3. Ryan Robbins
4. Don Schmitt
5. Richard Dolan
6. Lue Elizondo
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