In this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories, Neal Girandola and Andrew Triana dive into The Friendship Case—one of the most mysterious and human alien contact stories of the last century. In 1950s Italy, locals reported decades of contact with the W56, benevolent beings who looked human, dressed in slacks and sweaters, and arrived not in saucers… but in cars. They shared exotic fruit, preached unity, and claimed to be here for humanity’s evolution. Joining the show is Sarah Starr, a Pleiadian s...
Aug 20, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 25
Project Serpo has fascinated alien truth seekers for decades. In this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories, we explore the alleged alien exchange program involving 12 U.S. military volunteers. We’re back with a brand-new season of Mostly True Alien Stories—and we’re launching with one of the strangest alien claims ever leaked: Project Serpo. Did the U.S. government really send 12 military volunteers on a one-way trip to an alien planet? Was there a secret exchange program with beings from Zeta R...
Aug 13, 2025•57 min•Ep. 24
Hey friends—Neal here with a quick update. There won’t be a new episode this Wednesday, and here’s why: we're shifting gears behind the scenes to create something better . This summer, Mostly True Alien Stories is moving to a monthly drop schedule for full episodes so we can focus on high-quality storytelling, deeper investigations, and more explosive content (like the Buga Sphere Special we’re cooking up 👀). We’re not going away—far from it. Shorts will still drop weekly, and we're using this ...
Jun 25, 2025•57 sec•Ep. 23
In 1989, Linda Napolitano said she was abducted by aliens from her NYC apartment… and that two men — possibly connected to the U.N. — watched it happen. Was it the most credible alien abduction in history… or one of the greatest hoaxes ever pulled? This week on Mostly True Alien Stories, we investigate the bizarre case that became known as The Manhattan Abduction — a story that blends government secrecy, hypnosis, and a legal war against Netflix. Hosts Neal Girandola and Andrew Triana dig into B...
Jun 18, 2025•33 min•Ep. 22
In 1964, Donald Shrum went bowhunting in the Tahoe National Forest… and came back with a story no one could believe. In this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories, hosts Neal Girandola and Andrew Triana break down the jaw-dropping case of the Cisco Grove Encounter — where Shrum claims he was stalked by two alien beings and a humanoid robot, forcing him to spend the entire night in a tree, fighting for his life. We explore the bizarre details of the encounter, from paralyzing gas to strange glowin...
Jun 11, 2025•31 min•Ep. 21
What happens when a Wyoming rancher claims aliens gave him a message… and he actually listens? In this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories, hosts Neal Girandola and Andrew Triana welcome guest David Ferrugio — host of the Dead Talks podcast — for an unforgettable conversation that blends UFOs, death, near-death experiences, and the question of what it all means. We dive into the mysterious case of Pat McGuire, a rancher who claimed contact with alien entities, witnessed cattle mutilations, and ...
Jun 04, 2025•43 min•Ep. 20
Oil rig workers off the coast of Tampico, Mexico, claim they saw not one—but two—UFOs hovering above the water. But that’s just the beginning. The region has long whispered about an underwater alien city called Amupac, said to protect the area from hurricanes and destruction. In this episode, Neal and Andrew dig into eyewitness reports, dissect the photos, and examine the cultural lore around one of Mexico’s most persistent alien legends. Is this just folklore— or a masked truth we weren’t meant...
May 28, 2025•27 min•Ep. 19
In 1980, a blinding light scorched the Texas sky—and left two women and a child with burns, radiation symptoms, and a lifetime of questions. This week on Mostly True Alien Stories, we investigate the Cash-Landrum Incident, one of the most disturbing and well-documented UFO cases in American history. Did a military UFO nearly kill three innocent people? Why did the U.S. government deny everything—despite medical records, legal action, and a pattern of cover-ups? Joining us is Raena Star, creator ...
May 21, 2025•46 min•Ep. 18
What happens when a retired British police officer snaps a photo of an alien in the middle of a foggy countryside… then wakes up miles away with no memory? This week on Mostly True Alien Stories, we’re joined by actor Garret Dillahunt (Deadwood, The Last of Us, Raising Hope) as we break down one of the UK’s most mysterious UFO encounters—the Ilkley Moor Incident of 1987. Along the way, Garret shares thoughts on aliens, Hollywood, and his role in the upcoming Green Lantern series. 👽 Was it an ab...
May 14, 2025•42 min•Ep. 17
On March 13, 1997, something massive and silent moved across the sky over Phoenix, Arizona—seen by thousands, captured on tape, and still unexplained to this day. In Episode 16 of Mostly True Alien Stories , hosts Neal and Andrew welcome special guest Don Sill (host of Donversations ) for an in-depth exploration of one of the most credible UFO sightings in American history. From military denials to witness testimonies—including a future governor—this episode unpacks the Phoenix Lights and asks: ...
May 07, 2025•42 min•Ep. 16
The Allagash Alien Abductions — four friends on a canoe trip... and a terrifying encounter that left them with missing time, hypnotic flashbacks, and an alien story still unexplained decades later. This week on Mostly True Alien Stories, we’re joined by special guest David Cone — host of the Crain & Company podcast — as we dive deep into the bizarre 1976 Allagash incident. Together, we break down the events, the eerie hypnosis revelations, the media explosion around the case, and whether thi...
Apr 30, 2025•57 min•Ep. 15
The Broad Haven Triangle – Wales' Strangest UFO Hotspot A playground. A silver-suited figure. A craft in the trees. In 1977, a group of schoolchildren in Broad Haven, Wales, reported seeing a UFO—and they weren’t the only ones. Over the next few weeks, sightings of strange lights, metallic beings, and hovering crafts swept across the region, catching the attention of military investigators and the British media. In this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories , we investigate the Broad Haven Triang...
Apr 23, 2025•31 min•Ep. 14
In October 1973, a small-town police chief in Alabama stepped into one of the weirdest close encounters ever recorded. In this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories, we investigate the strange case of the Falkville Metal Man — a humanoid figure reportedly clad in a reflective metallic suit, caught on camera by Chief Jeff Greenhaw. Was it a hoax, a secret military test, or something not of this Earth? Neal and Andrew walk through the chilling details of that eerie night, analyze the infamous Polar...
Apr 16, 2025•40 min•Ep. 13
In 1978, a Polish farmer claimed he was taken aboard a UFO by two green-skinned, human-like beings—and returned unharmed. The Emilcin Abduction is one of Europe’s strangest and most overlooked alien encounters… and this week, we’re diving into it. From slanted-eyed extraterrestrials and strange rural monuments to baffling lights in the sky, we explore why Jan Wolski’s story still sends chills through the UFO community. 🔍 Plus in this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories: California UFO sighting...
Apr 09, 2025•48 min•Ep. 12
MTAS Episode Summary: The Pascagoula Alien Abduction Two men. One riverbank. Zero explanation. In this gripping episode of Mostly True Alien Stories , we head to Pascagoula, Mississippi, where Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker claimed they were abducted by otherworldly beings while fishing on an ordinary October night in 1973. What followed was a bizarre tale of paralysis, levitation, and strange robotic creatures that would launch one of the most chilling alien abduction cases in U.S. history. ...
Apr 02, 2025•44 min•Ep. 11
MTAS Episode Summary: The Betty & Barney Hill Alien Abduction It's one of the most famous alien abduction stories of all time—the night Betty and Barney Hill were taken aboard a spacecraft and subjected to bizarre medical examinations. Was it a genuine encounter with extraterrestrial beings or just a vivid nightmare fueled by cultural paranoia? In this milestone 10th episode of Mostly True Alien Stories , we unravel the chilling details of the Hills' ordeal, from the mysterious lights that c...
Mar 26, 2025•48 min•Ep. 10
MTAS Episode Summary: The Kelly-Hopkinsville Alien Shootout Did a rural Kentucky family really have a gunfight with extraterrestrials, or were they just shooting at shadows? In 1955, the Sutton family claimed their farmhouse was under siege by strange, glowing creatures—setting off one of the most infamous alien encounters in history. Were they visited by beings from another world, or was it an alcohol-fueled case of mass hysteria? We break down the night’s events, the eerie details investigator...
Mar 19, 2025•48 min•Ep. 9
The Buff Ledge Camp Alien Abduction – A Summer Camp Close Encounter A quiet summer night. A peaceful lake. A UFO descending from the sky. What started as an ordinary evening at Buff Ledge Camp in 1968 turned into a terrifying case of missing time, telepathic beings, and memories so deeply buried they wouldn’t resurface for years. Teen camp workers Michael Lapp and Janet Cornell were watching the sunset over Lake Champlain when a bright light appeared in the sky. Within moments, it split into mul...
Mar 12, 2025•49 min•Ep. 8
Carl Higdon’s Alien Hunting Trip + Mick Jagger’s UFO Encounter & The Top Alien Tourist Destinations Pack your rifles and leave your collarbones at the door—because this week’s episode of Mostly True Alien Stories takes us deep into the Wyoming wilderness for one of the strangest abduction stories ever told. In 1974, Carl Higdon set out for a solo hunting trip , but instead of bringing home an elk, he ended up on a transparent spaceship with a floating cube, a time-traveling alien named Ausso...
Mar 05, 2025•56 min•Ep. 7
In 1957, a Brazilian farmer named Antonio Villas Boas claimed he was taken aboard a spacecraft, subjected to medical tests, and forced into an encounter with a humanoid being —one of the most controversial and bizarre alien abduction stories ever recorded. This week on Mostly True Alien Stories , we break down the strange details of his experience, the psychological and cultural impact of his claims, and what makes this case so enduring. Was he truly taken by extraterrestrials, or is there anoth...
Feb 26, 2025•54 min•Ep. 6
What happens when someone claims to have been abducted—not once, not twice, but 11 times ? This week on Mostly True Alien Stories , we unravel the bizarre and unsettling case of Fortunato Zanfretta , an Italian security guard who insisted he was taken by extraterrestrials over the course of several years. We break down the details of his encounters, the eyewitness accounts that add to the mystery, and the lasting impact of his claims. Were his experiences real, or is there another explanation? P...
Feb 20, 2025•43 min•Ep. 5
Episode 4: Michelle Hurd on Star Trek, Alien Abductions, and the Age of Disclosure This week on Mostly True Alien Stories , we welcome our first guest—acclaimed actress Michelle Hurd ( Star Trek: Picard ). Together, we take a deep dive into one of the most infamous alien abduction cases of all time: the Travis Walton incident . Was Walton truly taken aboard an extraterrestrial craft for five days, or is there another explanation? Michelle also shares her thoughts on the possibility of intelligen...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 4
What do schoolchildren, David Bowie, and government whistleblowers have in common? Apparently, aliens. This week on Mostly True Alien Stories , we’re diving into one of the strangest, most compelling UFO encounters of all time—the Ariel School Incident . In 1994, over 60 kids in Zimbabwe claimed to have seen an alien craft land near their school, complete with big-eyed beings and telepathic messages . Were they all in on an elaborate prank, or did extraterrestrials just really want to drop some ...
Feb 20, 2025•35 min•Ep. 3
Dive deep into the mystery of Mel’s Hole in this episode of Mostly True Alien Stories! From bottomless pits that swallow reality to inter-dimensional weirdness, we’re peeling back the layers of this bizarre tale that has haunted the curious and confounded skeptics alike. But that’s not all! We’ve got some juicy extraterrestrial gossip brewing. Rumor has it Steven Spielberg might be setting his sights on the Garden State for his next big alien blockbuster. Could New Jersey be the new hotspot for ...
Feb 20, 2025•35 min•Ep. 2
Did Frederick Valentich vanish into thin air—or was he taken by aliens? This week, we’re diving headfirst into one of the strangest unsolved aviation mysteries: the disappearance of Frederick Valentich. Picture this—an Australian pilot cruising over the Bass Strait in 1978 when he radios air traffic control about a UFO tailing him. Moments later, he’s gone without a trace. Was it aliens, human error, or something even wilder? We dissect the theories, from extraterrestrial abduction to accidental...
Feb 20, 2025•49 min•Ep. 1
