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Caught on camera: Mysterious orbs in the sky | Unreported

2026-05-20 News & Politics
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Some stories make headlines. Others get ignored. On "Unreported," Meagan Medick takes a deeper look at the stories others gloss over or blow off. In this episode, Meagan sits down with violin professor and UFO experiencer David Russell. He first experienced the phenomenon as a teenager in his family’s kitchen, where he saw an orb with the outline of a face. Together, they discuss and analyze videos of David's sightings, reconciling religion and experiences with the phenomena and why David believes they are seeking him out. Ultimately, he says, “I don’t think any of us know what we’re dealing with.” Watch Reality Check Q&A with Ross Coulthart and Meagan Medick here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6PrA6lo8rJLRExhMvX6wKyNzy0hr_QM3 Watch more episodes of Unreported here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6PrA6lo8rJKtTsTq9eAtpNdZzuyST-R- #UFOs #religion #phenomenon CREDITS Host: Meagan Medick Executive Producers: Andy Gipson, Meagan Medick Segment Producer: Christine Jenkinson Associate Producer: Will Tomasi Editor: Kanyon Lyons NewsNation`s Unreported with Meagan Medick is built on the idea that some of the most important stories are the ones that don`t make the headlines. A seasoned network executive producer, Meagan brings a rare behind-the-scenes perspective to the front of the camera, taking the reins on stories she believes deserves more attention while asking questions other outlets often overlook or ridicule. Through thoughtful conversations with creators, experts, and insiders, this show cuts through the noise to make complicated, viral, fringe or misunderstood topics actually make sense. Exploring stories ranging from government coverups to A.I. to paranormal phenomena, to explaining the origins of conspiracy theories and other enduring mysteries. New episodes will premiere every Wednesday, offering bold perspectives on interesting stories that continue to spark widespread intrigue. 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 Intro 2:46 Meet David Russell 5:00 When did Russell realize he was experiencing sightings? 8:25 Video of Russell’s sightings 9:35 Background on sighting 15:25 Why are phenomena interacting with people? 19:28 More video of Russell’s sightings 20:44 Russell explains the sighting 24:40 Russell shares sightings he had from all over the world 31:43 Corroborating David’s sightings 35:36 More video of Russell’s sightings 36:48 Discussion of sighting 40:32 Speaking to the phenomena 43:38 More video of Russell’s sightings 44:26 Reconciling religious beliefs 48:06 Does the phenomena seek out individuals? 50:12 More video of Russell’s sightings 51:45 Does the phenomena want to be acknowledged? 55:22 David’s childhood experiences 1:00:48 Is there a consciousness connection? 1:04:33 Final thoughts

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@producermeagan 2026-05-20

If an unexplained object appeared above you tonight and reacted to your presence… would you try to communicate with it? Why or why not?

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@SofiaChristine1111 2026-05-21

I had experiences with these orbs from 2021-2023. One night they came right at me and I went into the house very fast. I thought I intensely, "please don't scare me like that, please" I was very frightened. The next time I encountered them they sped towards me very fast but then at about 30 feet or so they became very slow...just floating up and down. I was still very frightened, but curious. I noticed they would come around when I would sweet talk to the animals around my home. I think I was putting a positive love energy out. The last time I saw them close they zoomed upon me and flew around my head, it felt like someone was cracking warm eggs on my head. I went inside the house and played piano 🎹 for several hours, my family was shocked and stunned as myself about my sudden musical ability as I am the tone deaf one and that is so true ! But did several hours that night I was Mozart. I was absolutely exhausted and fell asleep, when I woke up all the talent was gone. It was like they flipped a switch on my program that suddenly I was musical. I enjoyed it but at the same time the entire experience freaked me out. I feel like if I wanted to I could thought call them and there they'd be, but I don't want to, it actually really scares me. I do not ever see ghosts or aliens or anything. I'm a skeptic about most things. I'm not woo woo at all but I am grounded in Christianity and love Jesus. I don't know what these particular orbs, but what happened to me was real. I don't even like thinking about them too much. I still see them from time to time buzzing around the night skies. Perhaps they have always been with us and are just past of the sky ecosystem. I do not know but I think it's best to leave them be. Lions are beautiful but no matter how sweet also dangerous just because of what they are. Thank you for this video 🙏 God bless 🙏

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@JamisonMoore-n1w 2026-05-21

Truly some of your best work Megan. I really appreciate it. Thank you so much for all you do for us.

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@cynergie-c2v 2026-05-21

Love your show, Meagan! Terrific episode!

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@RickyisHere 2026-05-21

I see similar lights, everything started in 2023 after some rough times in my life, I have seen the with family members and friends…my daughters after seeing them they also see them very often, I end up making a diary of sightings…

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@BobPerrone 2026-05-21

What a marvelous interview. Thank you Megan.😊

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@sarah26443 2026-05-21

Wow what an amazing episode!!!! Really insightful guest 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷

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@elizabethgrant9833 2026-05-21

I saw something large in the sky, with many lights, not moving, back around 1988. It was so dramatic!

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@antonioZ-b3s 2026-05-21

David Russell looks like the commander of a mothership and yet, so humble. He is a wonderful soul and I am truly happy, listening to this great interview, it resonates so well with me. Thank you Meagan for having him on your podcast, do bring him back on again in 6 months' time, I am confident he will be loaded with more experiences. Brilliant interview indeed! Cheers!

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@Jvstforman 2026-05-21

This maybbe the best interview ive ever seen. crying and laughing. the bit with the wasp and Meagan says 'is that it?' 😂😂 funny. haven't even watched all of it yet. brilliant

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