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MERGED is a platform to enable the mainstream exploration of UAP through the lens of pilots, scientists, and innovators. 
Ryan will host discussions on UAP that prioritize scientific inquiry and maintain an open-minded approach. In addition to exchanging ideas, MERGED will serve as a conduit for identifying technologies, companies, and individuals that can contribute to the ecosystem of UAP research and understanding.

Ryan Graves is a former pilot who flew the F-18 Super Hornet fighter jet. In 2014, he and his colleagues regularly encountered unidentified aerospace phenomena (UAP) off the coast of Virginia Beach. These sightings were so frequent that they had to cancel training missions. By 2021, there have been 11 documented near misses with UAP. The MERGED Podcast is here to explore this phenomenon and the efforts to understand it through the perspective of pilots, scientists, and innovators. Ryan believes that the UAP phenomenon is an engineering problem and that a rational, science-first approach is needed to explore it.

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  • DissidentDelver
    Informative and excellent conversations
    Ryan Graves is an incredible host. He asks the pointed questions to some very distinguished guests. I really enjoy his chill, low pressure demeanor. 10/10
  • Othellocop
    Handles like it needs to be…with facts
    A very enjoyable and informative show.
  • Johnnystrep
    Ryan’s The Man 🫡
    Whether he’s Lex Freidman’s long lost bro or an alien himself, Graves brings a grounded and needed perspective to this topic in the era of carney-esque showman like Corbell. Solid guests, interesting takes, and a slowly improving delivery / interview style. 5 stars ⭐️
  • 805 MM
    Truth
    I trust Ryan Graves, his guests and Merged. We need this information.
  • bposu1
    Love it!
    Great podcast with very insightful conversations. Keep up the good work!
  • jkat009
    Love it
    Love the work you are doing Ryan and for creating a system for pilots to report what they are seeing. This is exactly what we have needed! You have a lot of people supporting your efforts, thank you!
  • Chuckles Big Belt Buckles
    Excellent!
    Keep up the great work Sir! You are a true hero and spokesperson. I always look forward to the new episodes. I wish you all the best. Thanks for all your hard work and dedication.
  • gaidje ebebsie
    Outstanding Podcast
    I love the perspectives Ryan brings to this topic. I heard about this podcast on Weaponized and immediately downloaded several shows. I am 4 in and addicted! Great new show for me and my new obsession.
  • whatsreallygoingon?
    Long overdue
    Please continue to bring your valuable insights and knowledge. The more episodes the better. Top five
  • Tayfont21
    I was interested.
    But felt that all the “UHHHH’s” were driving me crazy. Sorry guys.
  • Pwhitma
    Former fighter pilot “risking” his reputation on The Phenomena
    This pod offers a fresh perspective of the phenomena as being told by an extremely experienced and trusted fighter pilot for our country (in the states anyway). He is literally one of the fields leading voices as he’s been around and observed these things “in the wild” as I like to say. I do remember seeking out interviews just to hear what he has to say on the matter before really knowing what he was all about. Having said that, I believe I found this pod in particular on verbal recommendations from Jeremy Corbell, George Knapp, Curt Jaimungal, Leslie Kean, That UFO podcast and many others… I highly recommend this pod for truly fresh and unique perspective. Ryan really seems to have our (civilization(s)) interests at the forefront and has become a very reliable source on many other pods/clips/interviews. Also, literally every single guest/episode brings something new to the table and personally it’s helped me wrap my mind around a couple of topics of discussion that I now feel I have a firm understanding of. Give it a listen, if you made it this far in my review your obviously in the right place!
  • PDFhappens
    Time
    It’s time! The military has been lying for one reason and one reason only and that’s to fold this technology over into the stream of the military. This is the only reason and the main reason for the secrecy and scare individuals into not telling their story. Let’s Go !
  • pohleece
    Merged
    Excellent show, well balanced and thoughtful. Ryan gives his guests plenty of time to talk without interrupting, but also manages to keep them on topic with insightful and focused questions. I look forward to every episode.
  • Jonnyvalerio
    Love this podcast
    I’ve been waiting for Ryan to make this podcast, does anyone know if he’s single?
  • HamletSkull356
    Insightful
    Great podcast documenting the achievements of UFO_Gangsta #1
  • JFO-rfc-3092
    Great interviews
    Really fantastic podcast. Great interviews where the guests are allowed to speak and the quality of the guests is amazing. The knowledge, experience and wonder really comes through and I cannot say enough good things about this podcast.
  • 450drew
    Cool
    Ryan is such an interesting and smart guy. Love this podcast and I’m looking forward to new episodes.
  • Cf5and6
    Cf, RN
    Best new podcast. Logical, insightful, interesting.
  • Philip Tripi
    Top Notch
    Ryan has great experience and credibility.
  • Dakari699
    An unbiased discussion of the UAP phenomenon
    MERGED, hosted by Ryan Graves provides those with an interest in UAP phenomenon with an unbiased and easy to follow podcast that does not jump to conclusions about what people are seeing in the skies. There’s no sensationalism; just frank discussions from aviation, military, and scientific professionals about their experiences and their opinions on how research on UAP should be conducted. It’s refreshing to have a podcast on UAP/UFO’s that does not place the topic into a box. Ryan’s guests express their views on what they believe it may be, but the main point of the podcast is that: 1. People are seeing things in the skies (and sometimes underwater) that are unfamiliar, 2. At this time there is no concrete explanation as to what they are, and 3. Through science and open dialogue, we, as a worldwide community, should work together to figure out what it may be. Ryan, through MERGED, provides an excellent forum to have that open discussion. It’s well worth the listen!
  • Akashi4098
    Open minded yet not unhinged
    I appreciate this podcast’s exploration of taboo topics among professionals without wading into coo coo territory. Thanks for your work.
  • Darren Campbell
    Fantastic!
    Great episodes and dialogue! Keep up the great work I look forward to more episodes.
  • Hidden fb
    Credibility to a perplexing topic
    Great interviews and very compelling episodes. Keep compiling the testimony so we can connect the dots.
  • Fruttrfhxc
    Awesome show
    Love the story’s and backgrounds people give on experience . Great listen
  • SPKsimbaaa
    Purrrrfect timing
    You launched this pod at just the right time!
  • Mr. S. Cruz
    Captivating
    Love this podcast. Thanks Astonishing Legends for the recommendation. Love the interviews with all the pilots. The first hand knowledge/experience on UAPs is great to hear. I feel like the dam is about to break on this subject and this podcast is the first trickle. I can’t wait to hear the next episode.
  • GZZ47
    Educational and Really Interesting
    Looking forward to hearing what pilots and scientists have to say! Well worth listening to!!
  • Johnny~C78
    Fascinating, Compelling and Intriguing
    My favorite new podcast from non other then first hand accounts of credible professionals!
  • Jeff fghg FDA ssff gfs huh
    Well done
    Excited to see where this goes!! Great information so far!!
  • JRA$$$
    Great podcast
    Looking forward to more episodes
  • Orbwanger
    I knew this was my new favorite podcast within the first 10 minutes
    Conversations like this are how we’re going to get full disclosure. Intelligent people with the background to ask the right questions having honest intellectual conversations about the phenomenon. This is what has been missing.
  • BonnieSK
    Searching for Facts and the truth!
    Finally a show about UAPs and a host who is intelligent and knowledgeable and willing to listen and ask hard questions to get to the truth, discover what is real and give those with real experiences a platform to share them as we search for scientific fact based answers. Ryan Graves is someone who knows how to listen and take in the information and examine all the different aspects and share that information, and the facts, without making false conclusions or assumptions, no matter what outcome we want it to be. I appreciate his willingness to listen and also speak candidly and to push back against making judgments or statements without having a solid basis in scientific facts and pushing forward to get to the truth and to share the truth, whatever it is or isn’t. Very interesting and looking forward to many more episodes! Thank you, Lt.
  • dtfhh HC judg
    Beyond my expectations
    First of all, I’m a bit stunned by what a natural interviewer Ryan Graves is on this, his first interview of his new podcast. Mind you, Gary Noland is a great first interview because of who he is and what he has accomplished. But also because Nolan’s is a natural and articulate speaker with a ton to say. Finally, he’s also a gracious guest who is willing to fill conversational holes with interesting stuff. Nonetheless, Graves holds his own in the conversation adding interesting points, frequently nudging the conversation further and in different directions. Nicely done! And by the way, the whole idea for this podcast is new and exciting. Ironically, that’s because it main-streams is the UFO conversation such that anybody can listen whether or not they have any technical knowledge, even if they have previously felt the jab of shaming from archaic attitudes about anything involving UFOs or aliens. The podcast itself, therefore, it is a step toward not only a broader understanding of the phenomenon but toward expanding the population of those who will openly seek to understand more. Good work, Lieutenant Graves! - DB
  • masavy
    Just what the UAP topic needed
    There’s a lot of UAP podcasts lately but a more mainstream, science based podcast is what has been missing. This has started off great and I look forward to future episodes.
  • DavidB_123
    5 Stars
    Lt. Ryan Graves is a terrific, forward-looking thinker and advocate, and I am enthusiastic about this podcast and its goals. The Debut episode with Dr. Garry Nolan is a success, both in terms of listening content and technical execution. We are all eager to hear from upcoming guests on the show! David Burstein, MD MS
  • Twaddleswaddles
    A must listen for UAP enthusiasts
    Im very excited about this podcast! The first episode was intriguing. I look forward to exploring UAPs from a more scientific perspective. Can’t wait for the next episode!
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