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UAP hotspot Catalina Island: Alien bases under the ocean? | Reality Check

2025-12-30 News & Politics
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Tens of thousands of unidentified submersible objects (USOs) have been sighted off U.S. shorelines and in major bodies of water in recent years, with nearly 400 sightings reported off the coast of California alone. In this episode of "Reality Check," Ross Coulthart sits down with UAP researcher and author Richard Dolan. Dolan has been studying UAP and USO activity for decades, paying special attention to Catalina Island. The pair discuss Dolan's research, USO sightings, the existence of possible underwater bases and if there is a connection between nuclear weapons and these mysterious phenomena. #uap #uso #alien Credits: Host: Ross Coulthart Executive Producer: Andy Gipson Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson Associate Producer: Will Tomasi Editor: Allen Keefner On "Reality Check," NewsNation Special Correspondent Ross Coulthart takes a fact-based approach to tackle everything from unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to mysteries often missing from the headlines. More Reality Check: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcasts-newsnation/reality-check-with-ross-coulthart/ Email your questions to [email protected] NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on your screen: https://www.joinnn.com/ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 2:49 Meet Richard Dolan 3:09 Catalina Island and UAPs 8:54 Reports of USO sightings 10:40 Observables of USOs 13:58 USO Witness stories 16:21 Military activity linked to sightings? 18:00 U.S. government's efforts to maintain secrecy 23:47 “Missing time” cases 30:05 Is this phenomena a threat? 33:19 Breakaway civilizations 40:39 Physical structures detected underwater 43:42 Categorizing sightings 46:00 Nighttime sightings increasing 49:27 Military encounters 55:41 Link between nuclear weapons and sightings? 56:47 USO sightings throughout history 1:06:30 Final thoughts

Top Comments (10)

@jasonolinger7585 2025-12-30

Richard is one of my favorite people in the UFO space, and should be more known than he is. He deserves a tremendous amount of recognition in this space.

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@kemesty 2025-12-30

We live on the coast in San Clemente. We’ve witnessed phenomena over the ocean between us and Catalina island. Many Military helicopters were involved surrounding Iridescent orbs. We reported it to MUFON. There is definitely activity off our coast!

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@johnpeace23 2025-12-30

2 intelligent and down to earth guys talking about this subject with no bullshit! Keep up the good work guys.

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@keithfrazier8586 2025-12-31

I think that Richard is one of the most respected investigators of this phenomena. I listen when he gives his viewpoint.

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@mattapplegate7740 2025-12-30

Thank you for bringing the GREAT Richard Dolan back on! Level headed, methodical and trustworthy. If you scorn about the lack of definitive conclusions Richard has, that is exactly why he is so important. Nobody truly knows this phenomenon yet, but his studies paint some significant avenues of study.

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@englishwithzin 2025-12-30

These two are THE most credible investigative journalists along with George Knapp.

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@RealTuckered 2025-12-31

Richard is probably my favorite speaker on this topic. His deep state books are full of fascinating information and he’s always so grounded and insightful to listen to.

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@cgraham2134 2025-12-30

Another great discussion. Thanks Ross & Richard

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@chanblack6606 2025-12-31

Thank you for featuring Richard Dolan on your show. He has such a wealth of information and is fascinating to listen to. He’s been involved in this for many years and has an incredible grasp of this subject.

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@toronto_peter 2025-12-31

I see Richard bleepin’ Dolan, I click, I enjoy

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