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By popular demand, UFO researcher and Strange Paradigms host Christina Gomez returns to Here’s What We Know. Known for her creative reels and comedic alter egos, Christina has a knack for making the mysterious both accessible and unforgettable.

From the grind of researching cases while juggling three jobs to unpacking the fine line between skepticism and open-mindedness, this conversation dives deep. We explore Project Blue Book and its modern counterpart AARO, NASA’s lukewarm approach to UAPs, and why Bigelow Aerospace’s ties to Skinwalker Ranch still raise eyebrows.

We’re talking global sightings over nuclear sites, mysterious “drones” that defy easy explanation, and the tug-of-war between debunkers and truth seekers. Buckle up, the search for answers just got a whole lot more interesting.

In This Episode:

• Why “UFO” became “UAP” and how that shapes the conversation
• Congressional hearings, NASA briefings, and the private sector’s role in secrecy
• Historical sightings that predate modern technology
• The fine line between skepticism and open-minded inquiry
• Skinwalker Ranch phenomena and high strangeness connections

This episode is sponsored by:

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Bio:

Cristina Gomez is a UFO and Paranormal Researcher, Podcaster, Journalist, and Content Creator with a BA in Communication. She brings a young and fresh perspective to the UFO and Paranormal research fields. She is a proud ‘Gen Z’ Latina, being of Venezuelan heritage. She has produced and presented over 700 shows for her YouTube channel and podcast platform.

In 2021 the show, ‘Shifting the Paradigm’ became a regular weekly feature on KUNX Radio. Cristina interviews researchers, witnesses, and enthusiasts of the UFO and Paranormal topics. Notable guests have joined Cristina on her show, such as Harvard Professor Avi Loeb, Former DoD Director of the Government UFO program AATIP – Luis Elizondo, and the owner of Skinwalker Ranch Brandon Fugal, among many others.

Cristina presents several other weekly shows, including ‘Mysteries with a History’, co-hosted by veteran radio host Jimmy Church of Fade to Black Radio. Each week they examine a different theme related to unusual mysteries that have a distinct history. And each Friday, Cristina presents ‘Strangest News of the Week’, which focuses on covering recent news items related to the strange, mysterious, and paranormal.

Cristina Gomez has appeared on many talk shows and podcasts, such as Attwood Unleashed with Shaun Attwood, Need to Know with Ross Coulthart & Bryce Zabel, the Paranormal Podcast with Jim Harold, The Martin Willis Show, The Micah Hanks Program, and Fade To Black Radio with Jimmy Church, among many others.

Website: https://strangeparadigms.com/

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What does it really take to raise strong, grounded kids in a world full of noise and pressure?

This week on Here's What We Know, join us for a much-needed conversation with Richard R. Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission, mentor to at-risk youth, and champion of family reconciliation. We explore what it means to lead with love, humility, and emotional maturity as a parent.

Richard shares practical tools for breaking generational cycles, rebuilding trust, and guiding your children with confidence. If you're a parent, educator, or someone who works with families, this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped.

In This Episode:

• Why healing your own past is the key to becoming a stronger parent
• How to earn your child’s loyalty in a world full of distractions
• The quiet power of humility and modeling accountability
• What “preparation for separation” really means and why it matters
• Simple ways to build a lasting family legacy, starting today

This episode is sponsored by:

Dignity Memorial

Bio:

Richard is an author, speaker, and parent coach with over thirty years of experience in leadership development, family dynamics, and community building. He has made a significant national and international impact through his work with high-risk youth, parents, and families, creating safe, supportive environments for personal growth and community transformation. Richard has trained over 2,000 parent mentors through his innovative leadership curriculum and has authored several books, including Parents on a Mission and From the Margins to the Mainstream—Preparing Latino Youth for Leadership in the Twenty-First Century.

As a recognized expert in preventing community violence and fostering positive family environments, Richard brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional insight to his work. His passion for helping families navigate the challenges of stepparenting and build meaningful connections within their homes has reached communities across the globe. Through his coaching, training, and writing, Richard empowers individuals to lead with confidence and create lasting change in both their families and communities. His mission is clear: to help families not just survive but thrive in a world that demands resilience and connection.

Website: https://www.richardrramos.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomleadership/

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This week on Here's What We Know, join us for a captivating conversation with author Beth Castrodale to explore the creative life. Beth shares how her roots in journalism shaped her storytelling style, why ghost stories have always fascinated her, and what it really takes to finish a book.

Listen in as we go down the rabbit hole from haunted houses, World War I soldier journals, and audiobooks to cemetery lore and the bittersweet feeling of saying goodbye to beloved characters. Tune in now; you’re gonna love it!

In This Episode:

• The Path to Writing
• The Relationship Between Reading and Writing
• Running, Audiobooks, and Podcasts: Creative Consumption
• Beth Castrodale’s Books and the Audiobook Experience
• Crafting Character Voices: Writing and Narrating Multiple Points of View
• The Writing Process: Plotting, Pantsing, and Outlining
• Finding Endings and Letting Go
• Receiving Critique and the Role of Ego
• The Solitary Nature of Novel Writing
• Literary Influences and Early Reading Memories
• The Allure of Standalone Novels and Avoiding Sequels
• Research in Writing: Bringing Authenticity to Fiction
• Ghost Stories, the Paranormal, and the Challenge of Creepy
• The Process of Writing "The Inhabitants"
• The Winchester Mystery House
• Publicity, Promotion, and the Writer’s Life

This episode is sponsored by:

Dignity Memorial

Bio:

Beth Castrodale worked as a newspaper reporter until her love of books led her to the publishing field. She was a senior editor at Bedford/St. Martin’s and is the founding editor of the book-review website Small Press Picks. Her most recent novel, The Inhabitants, won the Horror categories of the Independent Publisher Book Awards, the National Indie Excellence Awards, and the Best Book Awards. It was a finalist in the Horror category of the Next Generation Indie Book Awards.

An excerpt from her second novel, In This Ground, was a shortlist finalist for a William Faulkner – William Wisdom Creative Writing Award. Her début novel, Marion Hatley, was a finalist for a Nilsen Prize for a First Novel from Southeast Missouri State University Press. Castrodale also received an artist grant from the Mass Cultural Council. Her stories and essays have appeared in multiple publications, including CrimeReads, Ars Medica, The Writing Disorder, and Writing and Wellness.

If you sign up for Beth’s monthly email newsletter, you’ll get a free copy of her novel Gold River.

Website: https://www.bethcastrodale.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-castrodale-a667b81/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethcastrodale/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beth.castrodale

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