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May 8, 2025 10 mins

What really happened on that fateful night in 1955 when a family in Kelly, Kentucky, encountered strange, humanoid creatures? Join host Simon Bown in episode 84 of the Alien UFO Podcast as he uncovers the chilling details of the infamous Kentucky Goblins case, a story that has captivated UFO enthusiasts and paranormal investigators alike. Drawing from Charles Lear's compelling book, The Flying Saucer Investigators, Bown brings to life the harrowing experiences of witnesses, including Benny Ray Taylor, who first reported seeing a silver flying saucer hovering ominously over their farmhouse.

As the night unfolds, the tension escalates with multiple sightings of small, metallic aliens, leading to frantic moments filled with fear and gunfire. What drove this family to take such drastic measures? The episode dives deep into the chaos that ensued, revealing how a simple rural setting became the backdrop for high strangeness phenomena that still baffle investigators today. Bown also sheds light on the police investigation that followed, highlighting the challenges faced in gathering concrete evidence of these bizarre occurrences.

But this episode is more than just a recounting of an extraordinary event; it serves as a lens through which we can explore the broader implications of UFO sightings and encounters in American folklore. How do these stories shape our understanding of extraterrestrial life? What can they teach us about the history of UFOs and the ongoing discussions within the UFO community? Bown encourages listeners to reflect on these questions as he navigates the complexities of alien visitation theories and the evidence of alien life that continues to elude us.

Listeners are invited to delve deeper into Lear's work for more insights into historic UFO cases and the ongoing investigation of extraterrestrial life. If you find yourself intrigued by alien abduction stories, UFO phenomena analysis, or even naval intelligence and UFOs, this episode is a must-listen.

Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, episode 84 promises to engage your imagination and spark discussions about the craft beyond human technology and the unexplained encounters that continue to shape our world. Tune in and join the conversation about the supernatural and the mysteries that lie just beyond the stars.

Bio

CHARLES LEAR has many interests, of which UFOs take up more than a little of his time. His main interests in the UFO subject are in the documented history the phenomenon has spawned and the people who investigate it, as this book reflects. Charles’ other interests are geology and paleontology and his familiarity with science and its disciplines informs his approach to the UFO subject. Having lived most of his life in New York City, where he made his living as a union stagehand and was involved in other aspects of theatre as a playwright, producer, director and Shakespearean actor, Charles now resides in New York, USA.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYY6M7JH

https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/

https://www.patreon.com/alienufopodcast

My book 'Verified Near Death Exeriences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

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