UFO+PSI Magazine - Issue 07 - 2000

Magazine Overview

Title: UFO + PSI Research Magazine
Issue: No 7
Date: January 2000

This issue of UFO + PSI Research Magazine, the seventh in its series, is written by Christian Pfeiler and marks the beginning of the new millennium. Pfeiler opens with a foreword reflecting on the Y2K computer bug and introduces the diverse articles within the magazine, highlighting an interview with Stanton T. Friedman and a piece on the 'Experiencer and the Sceptic' by David Colman.

Articles and Content

Foreword Christian Pfeiler welcomes readers to the seventh issue, noting the successful transition into the new millennium without major computer issues. He previews the articles, including an interview with Stanton T. Friedman and a piece by David Colman. He also mentions that articles on 'Chupacabras' and the Pascagoula abduction case, previously promised, will be in the February issue due to the abundance of material. Pfeiler also shares his critique of Dr. Donald H. Menzel's book, 'The UFO Enigma,' arguing that Menzel wrongly dismisses UFO witnesses and misinterprets evidence, particularly regarding the Kenneth Arnold sighting.

Contents of this issue The magazine features a comprehensive table of contents, including: 1. UFO related sentence of the month 2. Our group members 3. UFO dictionary 4. "Geheimsache UFO" - a critical view of Germany's most famous UFO book 5. UFO & The Bible 6. Missing time and strange dreams 7. Interview with Stanton T. Friedman 8. FBI document of the month 9. The Poltergeist phenomenon 10. UFO expert(s) of the year - winners and right answers 11. The Experiencer and the Sceptic 12. We have misunderstood Einstein's theory... (Part 2) 13. Website tip of the month 14. UFO photo of the month 15. MAIL Corner 16. Preview - in the next issue

UFO related sentence of the month A quote from a Papuan village counselor after a UFO sighting: "I know the moon and the stars, and I know shooting stars. I am not a young man. I have been born many years. I have been looking at the sky all my life. But I have never seen anything like this before. You are a white man. Can you tell me what it is?"

Our group members Written by Derek Pavely, this section introduces Derek, a 29-year-old from Southampton, England, who has been interested in UFOs for years. He describes his involvement in a UFO course that led to an A-level qualification in Ufology. He is a lecturer and a member of the UFO group TRUTH, which publishes the 'European Journal of UFO and Abduction Studies' (EJUFOAS). Derek's interests include ancient astronaut theory and alien abduction phenomena, and he believes the subject deserves scientific study.

UFO Dictionary Written by Christian Pfeiler, this section continues a UFO dictionary. It defines: * Condon Report: The controversial 1969 report from a University of Colorado UFO study led by Dr. Edward U. Condon, which led to the closure of Project Blue Book. Dr. J. Allen Hynek believed the study's conclusions and the Airforce's decision were wrong. * Close Encounter (CE): A classification system developed by Dr. J. Allen Hynek. CE 1 is a normal sighting, CE 2 involves a landing or ground contact with physical evidence, and CE 3 includes sightings of extraterrestrial beings. CE 4 is defined as abduction scenarios. * C.I.A.: Abbreviation for the Central Intelligence Agency, with claims of its involvement in UFO incident cover-ups and other illegal activities, as well as research into paranormal phenomena like remote viewing during the Cold War. * Cammo Dudes: An informal name for security guards at 'Area 51'/Groomlake Base in Nevada, employed by Wackenhut Corporation. * CAUS: Abbreviation for 'Citizens Against UFO Secrecy,' a US organization founded by lawyer Peter Gersten to reveal governmental UFO material. * Corona: A town in New Mexico, often mentioned with the Roswell incident. * Cutler-Twining memorandum: A 1954 memorandum found in the US National Archives that mentioned a secret project 'MJ-12,' which some believe is evidence of a UFO cover-up group. * "Chariots of the Gods?": A 1970 book by Erich von Däniken explaining alien influence on ancient human development. * Contactee: A person claiming contact with friendly extraterrestrials, though many such stories are considered hoaxes.

"Geheimsache UFO" - a critical view of Germany's most famous UFO book This article, written by Christian Pfeiler, critically reviews Michael Hesemann's book "Geheimsache UFO." Pfeiler argues that Hesemann, despite claiming to be Germany's best ufologist, exaggerates facts and presents UFO cases misleadingly, favoring "UFO believing" material without criticism. The book, with 27 chapters and over 520 pages, covers various aspects of the UFO phenomenon. However, Pfeiler criticizes Hesemann's style, unproven theories, and the photo material, which he believes often depicts reflections or misidentified objects. He also notes Hesemann's focus on contactee cases (like George Adamski and Billy Meier) over abduction topics and his uncritical acceptance of these stories, even calling Billy Meier a proven hoaxer. Pfeiler concludes that the book is only interesting for those with significant background knowledge to discern mistakes, and he would not recommend it to newcomers.

UFO & THE BIBLE Written by Dave F., this article addresses perceived errors in a previous article by Chris about UFOs and the Bible. Dave F. focuses on the creation of man as described in Genesis. He interprets Genesis 1:26-27 to suggest that God was speaking to a female counterpart or multiple beings, not just Jesus Christ, when saying "Let Us make man in our own image." He discusses the dual meaning of 'Yahweh' and references Zacheria Stitchen's 'Earth Chronicals' for theories on ancient creation stories originating from a single source. Dave F. emphasizes that religious texts, including the Bible, can indicate extraterrestrial influence and provide guidance for humanity, posing the question of whether knowing God as an extraterrestrial is more important than the faith system provided.

Missing time and strange dreams This section, written by Alex and translated by Christian Pfeiler, explores the question "Are my abduction experiences real or imagination?" Alex, who previously didn't believe in UFOs, recounts a personal experience on October 5, 1998, while driving near Nittenau, Germany. He describes a strange feeling, a deep humming sound, a disembodied male voice saying "It is eleven o'clock," and a significant gap in his memory, totaling about 30 minutes and 8 kilometers of unaccounted travel time. He also notes a peculiar chemical smell and a wet spot in his car the next morning. The article includes a note from Chris, who vouches for Alex's sincerity but cannot confirm the reality of his experiences, suggesting the possibility of screen memories or imagination.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores UFO phenomena, abduction experiences, and related mysteries. There's a clear interest in presenting diverse viewpoints, from researchers like Stanton T. Friedman to critical analyses of books and theories. The editorial stance, as reflected in Christian Pfeiler's foreword and reviews, appears to be one of open inquiry but with a critical eye towards unsubstantiated claims and exaggerated narratives, particularly evident in the review of Michael Hesemann's book. The inclusion of a UFO dictionary and discussions on the Bible and UFOs suggest an effort to provide context and explore interdisciplinary connections within the ufology field. The magazine also values reader contributions, as seen in the 'Mail Corner' and the collaborative nature of some articles.

This issue of "ET Magazine," identified as Volume 1, Issue 4, published in 1999, focuses on paranormal phenomena, particularly UFOs and poltergeists. The cover prominently features "The Poltergeist phenomenon" and includes a computer-generated image of a UFO.

Personal Account: Dreams and a UFO Sighting

The issue begins with a personal narrative from an individual identified as 'Alex,' detailing a series of unsettling experiences. Initially, Alex describes a strange event on the road at night, which he dismissed as imagination. This was followed by recurring, vivid, and often disturbing dreams, which he began to record. These dreams included hospital scenes with a bandaged head, a room with a doctor using red implements, a woman with brown hair, an insect-headed man, a mountain landscape, and a school building with a room labeled 'ROOM 37 EARTH.'

In late November 1998, Alex experienced an event he couldn't explain as a dream. Waking up at night, he saw a bright blue-white light with red lights in the sky, shaped like a triangle, about 100 meters away. The aftermath involved his belongings being scattered chaotically and a trace of blood found in a sock, suggesting a real event. Later, in March 1999, during a conversation about physics, Alex experienced a 'flashback' of the dream woman and a severe headache, followed by missing time.

Interview with Stanton T. Friedman

The magazine features an interview with nuclear physicist and UFO researcher Stanton T. Friedman, conducted by Dennis Kirstein. Friedman discusses his lifelong interest in UFOs, stemming from reading Captain Edward Ruppelt's book in 1958. He has given over 700 lectures and written numerous papers on the subject. Friedman firmly believes that some UFOs are intelligently controlled extraterrestrial spacecraft, emphasizing that his conclusions are based on facts, data, and evidence, not belief. He finds the Roswell case credible due to extensive research and high-quality military and civilian testimony. He dismisses the official 'Project Mogul' explanation for Roswell as 'bogus.' Friedman also touches upon the controversial MJ12 documents, suggesting that while some are genuine, others are fraudulent emulations. He believes a group similar to MJ12 likely exists today under a different name.

FBI Document of the Month: Twin Falls, Idaho Sighting

This section presents an FBI teletype document from August 20, 1947, detailing a significant UFO sighting in Twin Falls, Idaho. Multiple witnesses reported observing a flying saucer, followed by various groups of objects in triangular formations. The report notes that the objects were not identified as airplanes or shooting stars and that no sound was heard. The document suggests that continued unexplained appearances of such objects could lead to hysteria or panic, highlighting the USAF's strategy to deny UFO existence.

The Poltergeist Phenomenon

Christian Pfeiler explores the nature of poltergeist phenomena, differentiating them from typical ghost appearances. Poltergeists are characterized by their activities – moving objects, making noises, and causing other disturbances – and are usually associated with a person, often a child, rather than a place. The article discusses the modern parapsychological theory that poltergeists are a result of Recurrent Spontaneous Psychokinesis (RSPK), an uncontrolled psychokinetic activity originating from children. It mentions famous cases like the Enfield Poltergeist and notes that these activities often cease when the children grow up.

UFO Expert(s) of the Year

The issue concludes with the results of a competition asking readers to identify UFO experts. Derek Pavely from England is ranked first for answering all 12 questions correctly, and Dennis Kirstein from Germany is second with 11 correct answers. The correct answers to two questions are provided, identifying Dr. Edward Condon and mentioning the Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker abduction case examined by Dr. J. Allen Hynek.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores unexplained phenomena, with a strong focus on UFOs, alien encounters, and related topics like missing time and abductions. The editorial stance appears to be open to investigating these phenomena, presenting personal accounts, expert interviews, and historical documents. There is an underlying theme of questioning official explanations and seeking deeper understanding of the unknown. The inclusion of personal narratives alongside scientific and governmental reports suggests an effort to bridge the gap between subjective experience and objective evidence in the study of these subjects.

This issue of UFO DATA Magazine, dated 1997, is focused on UFO phenomena, skepticism, and theoretical physics, particularly Einstein's Theory of Relativity. The cover features Albert Einstein and the headline "WE HAVE MISUNDERSTOOD EINSTEIN'S THEORY OF RELATIVITY" with a subtitle suggesting this misunderstanding has prevented us from noticing extraterrestrial visitation.

Content Highlights

The magazine presents a series of questions and answers covering various UFO-related topics and historical cases. These include:

• The Pascagoula case: Identified as a famous abduction case named after the location where it occurred.
• Erich von Däniken: Recognized as an author and researcher from Switzerland famous for his theories on ancient astronauts.
• Foo Fighters: The term used by pilots in 1944-1945 to describe strange light objects seen following Allied airplanes over Germany, which were not secret Nazi weapons.
• Major Jesse A. Marcel: Identified as the man in a photograph, associated with the Roswell incident.
• The Hill case: The abduction of Betty and Barney Hill is noted as a famous abduction case, occurring on the night of September 19-20, 1961.
• Truman Bethurum: Identified as a contactee from 1952.
• Project MOGUL: Named as the secret balloon project responsible for the Roswell incident, according to the Airforce.
• Officer Lonnie Zamora: Identified as the UFO witness who saw a landed UFO on April 24, 1964, in Socorro, New Mexico.
• Jimmy Carter: The former US president who, as governor of Georgia, saw a UFO in October 1969.
• Dr. Donald H. Menzel: Identified as a famous UFO skeptic, writer, and astronomer who consulted for the NSA and was possibly a member of MJ-12.
• Robert (Bob) Lazar: Identified as the "scientist" who claimed to have worked at Area 51/Site 4 on back-engineering recovered UFOs.

The Experiencer and the Sceptic by D. Colman

This extensive article explores the nature of skepticism and the experiences of paranormal 'experiencers.' The author, D. Colman, identifies himself as both a skeptic and a believer, having personally witnessed and experienced paranormal phenomena. He criticizes the dogmatic approach of many skeptics who dismiss evidence without objective analysis, often resorting to personal insults and accusations of delusion or hallucination against experiencers. Colman recounts his own family's close encounter, which led to post-traumatic stress disorder, highlighting the psychological impact on witnesses. He argues that while experiencers face the challenge of accepting new, often frightening realities, skeptics often fail to prove their claims of non-existence and adopt an 'illusory high moral ground.' The article also touches upon the commercialization of ufology and the rise of 'celebrity ufologists' and 'media skeptics,' suggesting that many in these fields lack genuine experience or professional training.

Colman categorizes ufologists into three divisions: blind believers, blind disbelievers, and experiencers. He expresses concern over the lack of professional standards in ufology, which can lead to unethical practices and harm to witnesses. He emphasizes the need for open-mindedness and collaboration between skeptics and experiencers to understand the phenomenon.

We have misunderstood Einstein's Theory of Relativity (Part 2) by Roger Anderton

This article, the second part of a series, posits that modern physics has fundamentally misunderstood and misinterpreted Einstein's Theory of Relativity. Roger Anderton argues that the physics community, particularly after the 1930s, shifted away from Einstein's original theories, favoring the work of Niels Bohr and developing Quantum Field Theory, which contradicts General Relativity. Anderton suggests that the physics establishment has modified Einstein's theories to fit their own framework, leading to the false belief that interstellar travel is impossible. He implies that if Einstein's original theories were correctly understood, they would support the possibility of extraterrestrial visitation and that evidence for this may have been overlooked or suppressed.

The author criticizes the 'conspiracy' of skepticism, which he believes is used to create barriers to understanding. He challenges skeptics to explain why Einstein's true theories might have been hidden and questions their absolute certainty in denying the existence of UFOs. Anderton concludes by advocating for a more collaborative approach between experiencers and skeptics to uncover the truth about phenomena that may exist beyond current human understanding.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently champions the investigation of UFO phenomena and related mysteries, presenting evidence and arguments that challenge conventional scientific and skeptical viewpoints. There is a clear editorial stance favoring the validity of UFO experiencers' accounts and a critical perspective on mainstream skepticism, which is often portrayed as dogmatic and closed-minded. The issue also highlights the potential for scientific theories, like Einstein's Relativity, to be misinterpreted or manipulated, possibly to obscure evidence of extraterrestrial activity. The recurring theme is the exploration of the unknown and the questioning of established narratives, encouraging readers to consider possibilities beyond conventional understanding.

This issue of UFO Magazine, identified as Issue 7 and published on February 11, 2000, presents a controversial perspective on physics, skepticism, and UFO phenomena. The cover headline boldly states, 'Einstein's Theory of Physics is Wrong,' accompanied by a quote that defends the use of skepticism, even when applied to mainstream physics.

The Misuse of Skepticism and Einstein's Theory

The main article delves into the author's belief that skepticism is being misused to keep information from the public. The author, identifying as a skeptic, has turned this skepticism towards mainstream physics. A key argument is that Einstein's theory of physics might be incorrect, or at least misunderstood. The author claims to be able to prove Einstein's theory is right but states the article is too short to elaborate.

Regarding Einstein's Special Relativity, it's noted that the speed of light is constant under specific circumstances, but not in the complete theory, which has allegedly been modified from Einstein's original formulation.

The author recounts looking into anti-relativity books and finding that their authors are confused about the physics community's version of Relativity. This confusion stems from the physics community calling their version 'Einstein's Theory of Relativity,' leading anti-relativity authors to be confused about what they are opposing. The author believes that while these authors intuitively feel something is wrong with contemporary physics, they get lost in the confusion of attribution.

The Complications and Potential Alien Contact

From the deduction that Relativity is misunderstood, the author explores further consequences. This leads to an investigation into Nikola Tesla and the possibility of alien contact in the 19th century, potentially based on the article's perspective. However, alternative scenarios are proposed: a secret group might know about alien contact and keep it hidden, or they might use the UFO phenomenon as a 'false front' to fake alien contact for a secret purpose. The author speculates that these unknown individuals are likely working for the public's best interests.

The core issue highlighted is the failure to understand Einstein's Theory. This misunderstanding leads to the expectation that humanity should have been visited by aliens. If the secret group is unaware, it implies that aliens are watching from afar and have rarely interacted, a concept known as the 'Zoo Hypothesis,' analogous to Star Trek's 'Prime Directive.' The author suggests that perhaps 'real' aliens have left humanity alone, and the phenomenon might be a hoax.

The author expresses personal disinterest in the UFO mystery itself, stating a greater interest in physics, and views the UFO mystery as a hindrance to understanding physics. The author has also looked into biographies of Einstein and believes there was a conspiracy against him that corrupted science, based on a false statement attributed to Einstein.

Advertisements and the 'Advertising' of Ideas

The article draws a parallel between commercial advertising and the way scientific ideas are presented. Just as car salesmen use sophisticated methods, scientific ideas are 'fed' to the public with a mix of truth and lies. Some lies become widespread common knowledge, accepted as self-evident and not needing questioning. Challenging these widely accepted 'lies' can lead to dismissal.

The Common Practice of Misquoting Einstein

Einstein is presented as a prime example of someone who has been greatly misquoted, with these misquotes serving as 'advertisements' for modern physics. The average person accepts Einstein's statements as true without question, making challenges seem ridiculous. The article specifically addresses the misquote: 'Einstein says that the speed of light is a constant.' The author claims to have found no evidence of Einstein stating this directly in his writings, yet many believe he did.

The origin of this misquote is attributed to a conspiracy against Einstein, where his real words were replaced by what the establishment wanted people to believe. This 'advertising' was designed to promote a different physics than Einstein advocated. The misquotes, when translated into mathematics, yield the establishment's version of physics, not Einstein's. Physics students who notice this discrepancy are often convinced by tutors that Einstein was wrong and the establishment's version is correct.

Website Tip of the Month

Christian Pfeiler recommends the website UFOINFO.COM, which offers links to UFO organizations, magazines, and information on UFO events. It also directs users to 'UFO courses' and other related websites.

UFO Photo of the Month

This section features a photograph taken by Mr. Jefferson Villar of Union City on June 27, 1967. The photo captures a bright silver-colored, capsule-shaped object that passed over his head. Described as a cylindrical structure with rounded ends, it reflected sunlight like metal and made a strange noise. Villar estimated the object's altitude to be between 1,500 and 2,000 feet.

Mail Corner

The Mail Corner section includes correspondence from readers. Roger Anderton replies to a critic, reiterating his belief in a conspiracy against Einstein and the corruption of modern physics through misquotes and 'advertising slogans' that promote the establishment's version of physics rather than Einstein's. He notes that physics textbooks have taught different theories of relativity over decades, none of which were Einstein's original theory, and expresses disappointment with university physics as a false belief system.

Dave writes about errors in previous 'Bible' articles and shares information about a mysterious statue. He mentions acquiring a statue that no museum can identify, featuring a monk and an alien gray figure. He offers to send a picture for publication.

Vera shares her UFO sighting experience from about 7 years prior to the publication date (around 1993). While driving from Las Vegas to Anaheim, she and her sons saw a huge, oval-shaped white object flying low to the ground at high speed. She describes being very scared and unable to catch up with it.

Preview - In the Next Issue

The preview for the next issue (February issue) includes articles on 'Chupacabras,' 'Missing time and strange dreams (Part 2),' an analysis of the 'Alex' case (abduction or not?), and 'Kontakt,' a view of a famous German abduction book.

Closing Remarks

The issue concludes with thanks to readers for their comments and criticisms, encouraging them to share information about other interested people. The next issue is announced for publication on February 11, 2000.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the questioning of established scientific paradigms, particularly Einstein's theory of Relativity, and the exploration of UFO phenomena and potential alien influence. The editorial stance appears to be one of skepticism towards mainstream scientific consensus and an openness to alternative explanations, including conspiracy theories and the possibility of extraterrestrial interaction. There is a strong emphasis on the idea that information is being deliberately withheld or misrepresented by authorities or a 'physics establishment.' The magazine also promotes the idea that critical thinking and independent investigation are essential, even when challenging widely accepted beliefs.