# The Missing Scientists - Birth of a UFO Conspiracy Theory | MHP 04.20.26.

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Podcast: [The Micah Hanks Program](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-micah-hanks-program-504654)
Published: 2026-04-20T16:13:00+00:00
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In recent weeks, a growing number of news outlets have picked up the mysterious story of missing scientists, contractors, and government officials associated with some of the United States' most secretive technologies who have vanished or died under unusual circumstances. As the web of incidents continues to expand, current theories claim that nearly a dozen scientists may be involved, all with possible links to UFO secrets. So what is really going on? This week on The Micah Hanks Program , we examine the latest UFO conspiracy theory to gain traction in the mainstream media, which has even led to purported briefings at the White House. What does a closer examination of the situation reveal about these claims and the ideas driving such beliefs in the UFO community today? Want to advertise/sponsor The Micah Hanks Program ? We have partnered with the AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. If you would like to advertise with The Micah Hanks Program, all you have to do is click the link below to get started: AdvertiseCast: Advertise with The Micah Hanks Program Show Notes Below are links to stories and other content featured in this episode: NEWS: 'Resumption of hostilities': Seized ship, vessel attacks push U.S.-Iran ceasefire toward brink Major 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan, prompting tsunami alerts UFO DISCLOSURE UPDATE: Trump says UFO files will be released MISSING SCIENTISTS: Peter Doocey asks Karoline Leavitt about "missing scientists" Lawmaker Says Missing Scientists Looks like a "Foreign Operation" Trump is asked about 'missing scientists' during White House press event METRO: White House under pressure after 10 scientists vanish or die in mystery cases FLASHBACK: Sheriff's Office Issues Update on Missing USAF Official: Here's Eve…

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