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Richard Dolan

Richard Dolan

Richard M. Dolan is a renowned historian and researcher whose work redefined the study of UFOs through a national security lens. Originally trained in Cold War strategy, diplomacy, and international affairs, Dolan became one of the first scholars to apply serious academic rigor to the UFO phenomenon. His groundbreaking series UFOs and the National Security State documents military encounters and government secrecy from 1941 onward, drawing from hundreds of declassified records and primary sources.

He approaches the UFO subject as a transformative challenge to mainstream narratives—one that demands critical thinking, openness, and historical context. His research spans military cover-ups, abduction phenomena, consciousness, and the theory of breakaway civilizations. Dolan views the UFO mystery as a key to understanding humanity’s past and preparing for its future. His work encourages viewers to confront the unknown, question official history, and expand their perception of reality.

Education B.A. in English and History from Alfred University and M.A. in History from the University of Rochester, with additional study in political theory at Exeter College, Oxford; former Rhodes Scholar finalist specializing in U.S. Cold War strategy, international diplomacy, and Soviet studies.

Career Historian and researcher specializing in UFOs, national security, and government secrecy; frequent speaker at global conferences; host of The Richard Dolan Show on KGRA Radio; creator of online courses and video series exploring intelligence operations, disclosure, and historical patterns behind the UFO phenomenon.

Publications Author of influential works including

  • "UFOs and the National Security State (Vol. I & II)",
  • A.D. After Disclosure (with Bryce Zabel)
  • UFOs for the 21st Century Mind, and The Alien Agendas;

Featured in media such as:

  • Ancient Aliens,
  • Hangar One,
  • Close Encounters,
  • Coast to Coast AM
  • False Flags and Open Minds on Gaia

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Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan examines evidence supporting an official document of the United States government from 1948. This invaluable text concludes that the extraterrestrial hypothesis was the best explanation for the countless UFO incidents and reports from that era.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan analyzes an official investigation into UFO phenomena carried out by the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) and reviews several valuable government documents.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan examines a special investigation into the myriad reported sightings of mysterious green fireballs, which were not considered meteorological in nature by astronomers.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan dissects the conspiracy surrounding the suspicious death of Forrestal, (the first United States Secretary of Defense), and his connection with UAP.
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Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan reveals information on a secret CIA memo from August 1952 outlining the incredible documentation of UFOs reaching amazing speeds. The CIA also documents the characteristics, shape, and sizes of these UFOs, some of which were said to be gigantic.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan explains the importance of the MJ-12 documents and the reality of crashed UFOs via statements from Dr. Eric Walker, the former President of Penn State University.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan describes how hundreds if not thousands of UFOs were sighted in the skies over the United States in 1952. This resulted in 1952 earning the title 'The Year of the Flying Saucer'.
Aerial Phenomena
In this episode, Richard Dolan reveals the relationship between CIA Director Roscoe Hillenkoetter and UFO investigative author Donald Keyhoe of the organization NICAP (National Investigations Committee On Aerial Phenomena).
Aerial Phenomena
What is the difference between contact and abduction, and do these modern occurrences have historical correlations? Richard Dolan explores strange contact cases from throughout the centuries.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan describes an unusual incident in 1959 that unfolded in New Guinea, when many witnesses (including well-known priest Reverend Gill) witnessed a disc shaped craft hovering in the sky.
Aerial Phenomena
Several documented military operations resulted in direct experiences with UAP. Richard Dolan describes the details of high-altitude nuclear detonation tests carried out by the U.S. military, known as 'Operation Dominic'.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan explores information on secret space programs, and their potential connections with UFOs.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan reveals information on the history of U.S. Senator Barry Goldwater's interest in the UFO phenomena.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan delves into President Truman's briefings on UFOs, as well as the government secrecy surrounding the subject.
Aerial Phenomena
Richard Dolan explains the possible reasons why it was a necessity for the United States government to maintain UFO secrecy. He also explores the significant cost involved to keep such information from the public hands.
Aerial Phenomena
Examining official US government documents on UFOs, Richard Dolan discusses the General Nathan Twining memo and other evidence in support of government investigations.