
Need 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 | Twice weekly | Episodes | 88 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsSociety & Culture | |||

In this episode, Bryce Zabel offers his perspective on Disclosure Day not simply as a movie, but as a cultural milestone in the UFO conversation. He examines how Steven Spielberg approaches the subject, what the film gets right, where it takes creati... more
In this special Need to Know episode, producer Tyler Stevens returns from Contact in the Desert 2026 with a firsthand look at the biggest UFO conference in the world. Tyler and Bryce Zabel explore the atmosphere of the event, the excitement surroundi... more
In this episode of Need to Know, Bryce Zabel and Richard Dolan tackle one of the most important questions in the UFO conversation: what do we actually mean when we say "disclosure"? With Steven Spielberg's upcoming film Disclosure Day reigniting publ... more
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
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I completely agree with you Bryce, NDT has been nothing but contemptuous and dismissive all these years towards the entire UFO/UAP conversation. I can’t even bring myself to listen to his recent interviews: a Johnny-come-lately to sell his book. Thank you for calling him out.
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I fully enjoy these guys. Great voices and credible stories. I look forward to continued listening.
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.
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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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Recent guests on Need To Know include:
1. Tyler Stevens
2. Brent Friedman
3. Jason Guillemette
4. Ryan Robbins
5. Don Schmitt
6. Richard Dolan
7. Lue Elizondo
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