Dark Matter & UAPs: The Cosmic Connection with Prof. Matthew Szydagis | Merged Podcast EP 8

We're back! Join us as Ryan Graves engages in a profound conversation with Associate Professor Matthew Szydagis. Explore the bond between Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena and the quest to unravel the secrets of dark matter. From rigorous theories to compelling observations, this episode will propel you into the depths of scientific inquiry. Watch now and embrace a paradigm-shifting exploration of the ideas, technologies, and groups dedicated to furthering our understanding of UAP.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Radiation Detection and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomenon
00:02:50 - The Search for Dark Matter and Astroparticle Physics
00:05:28 - The Hints of Dark Matter Yet to be Fully Understood
00:07:53 - Linking the Small and Large in Cosmology
00:10:27 - Detecting Dark Matter with Direct Detectors
00:13:04 - Dark Matter Interactions and Assumptions
00:15:50 - The Influence of Childhood Experiences and Science Fiction on Interest in UFOs
00:18:29 - From Star Trek to UAP: How Pop Culture Inspires Science
00:21:05 - The Expertise of Radiation Detection
00:23:41 - Searching for Anomalous Radiation
00:26:19 - Detecting Super Radioactive Particles
00:27:25 - The focus of UAP research
00:28:08 - Figuring out what UAP are
00:29:07 - Expanding Sensor Capabilities for UAP Detection
00:31:48 - Collaborating and Merging for Scientific Discoveries
00:33:25 - Analyzing Data from the First UAPX Expedition
00:34:19 - Progress Towards Publishing our Findings
00:36:51 - Investigating a Potential Anomaly
00:39:42 - The Importance of Critical Analysis and Avoiding Jumping to Conclusions
00:42:24 - The Temptation of Finding Alien Spacecraft
00:44:52 - Analyzing the Movie Scene and Potential Publication Options
00:47:32 - The Advantages of Galler Project
00:49:45 - Expanding Our Understanding Beyond the Sky
00:50:11 - Testing Crazy Ideas
00:53:09 - Overcoming Stigma in UFO Research
00:56:05 - The Progression of Humanity and Open-mindedness
00:58:45 - Bridging the Gap in UAP Study Funding and Academia
01:01:25 - The Importance of Academic Freedom and Tenure
01:04:00 - The Future of Tenure and UAP Research
01:05:00 - The Possibility of Intelligent Life in the Universe
01:06:41 - The Drake Equation: Estimating the number of intelligent civilizations
01:09:09 - Possibility of Interstellar Travel
01:11:53 - The Threat to Ontological Security
01:14:25 - Addressing the Potential Existence of Extraterrestrials
01:16:55 - Conversations about our place in the universe
01:19:40 - Accepting the Existence of Aliens
01:22:13 - The Importance of Film Evidence and Data in UAP Research
01:24:46 - The Need for Open Science and Resources to Investigate UAP
01:27:06 - Challenges and Criticisms in the UFO Field
01:29:34 - The Importance of Studying Unknown Phenomena

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Matthew Szydagis is an Associate Professor of Physics with a deep passion for scientific exploration. He obtained his bachelor's, master's, and PhD degrees from the University of Chicago before joining the faculty at the University at Albany, SUNY, where he has been a dedicated professor for over nine years. Matthew's research focuses on the detection of dark matter and Weakly Interacting Massive Particles (WIMPs). With his expertise in astroparticle physics, he brings a unique perspective to the study of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).

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[gerryjamesedwards]

You ask the perfect questions, Ryan, even about the science. Really impressed with this series, and this guy is one of the best!

[davidreid]

It's so good that intelligent conversations are being had about this subject by truly credible people. It adds so much credence to the subject. It has been needed for such a long time, and I truly believe that future historians will look back on this and realise just how wrong the mainstream scientific community were about our so-called current understanding of the universe.

[paulman]

one of the best UAP pod casts out there - feels great to see you back

[Grimaldo]

This is the kind of stuff I like and why I like this podcast. This gets into the science of UAP phenomenon without the wild speculation and mythos.

[Auxik]

Absolutely love this man's enthusiasm. He and his partner Kevin are treasures.

[matthewnolen]

This might be the best podcast I've ever listened to. This is to the core of the conversation on what is being withheld from us.

[salameb]

Thanks to you Ryan and Dr Szydagis for this amazing interview. I applaud Mr Szydagis for its involvment in the UAP topic 👍

[PlaneOfChaos]

Ryan Graves is so dedicated in all he does. 😲💪 Great technical setup and clearly dug into how to be an excellent interviewer. He’s a highly skilled pilot not a journalist or reporter. Thanks for your dedication Ryan 🙂

[YDuran-leeb]

if all your future episodes are like this one, they are well worth the wait! What an awe inspiring discussion... thank you Ryan for your podcast and your unique take in this realm!

[Mina]

There is hope we will get answers. Thanks for this podcast. It is very positive and informative. And very good.

[brendenwwbstwe-wirg]

Matthew and his colleague Kevin Knuth are some smart cookies and are very serious about busting through the stigma of UFO/uap science research. Love the SCU!!!!

What a great choice of guest!! Y'all are doing great work at merged podcast!

[harryseldon]

I'm really enjoying Professor Matthew Szydagis and his attitude and honesty. He doesn't bad mouth anything, doesn't hype anything and is open to anything. Great guest! Thanks for posting this.

[onebylandtwoifbysearunifby]

Everytime i hear Dr. Matt talk it's after he just drank a jumbo expresso! He's so excited to get the science out, even when he speaks slowly.

[GFXMOD]

Don't give up Ryan! Keep this up, we're all loving it!

[MrFeanor]

Thank you Ryan Graves, for bringing great expertise and insights to the UAP topic! Great interview

[LordTempist]

Excellent interview. Thank you so much for your dedication and hard work of keeping this topic on the minds of our People.

[weerawanchantanavanich]

Frankly, this guy is the MOST INSPIRING i ever heard about the topic!!!!

[westlakedon]

Love this guy and his enthusiasm. Is it just me or does he sound exactly like George McFly from the first back to the future?

[onebylandtwoifbysearunifby]

This guy's brilliant, I've heard several of his DM presentations. Good resource to have on UAP.

[timbrown]

Been checking everyday for awhile to see something new glad your back