Black Cat Report | UFOs, Cryptids, True Crime & Paranormal

117 | Matthew Roberts - Witnessing the Unexplainable: The Gimbal Footage and a Life of High Strangeness


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In this conversation, Matthew Roberts shares his experiences as a former Navy cryptologist, detailing his involvement with the infamous gimbal UFO event.

He discusses his decision to leave the Navy to speak freely about his experiences, the intense atmosphere aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt during the gimbal event, and the impact of witnessing the footage. 

Matthew also reflects on the paranoia he felt following the event and provides insights into the military's handling of UFO information and the flow of intelligence within the Navy.

In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of UFO encounters, the importance of witness accounts, and the personal impact of public disclosure on their identities.

They explore the philosophical implications of government secrecy and the quest for knowledge, leading to a journey into hermetic philosophy and the search for deeper truths.

In this segment of the conversation, Matthew Roberts shares his journey of searching for connection within the UFO community, his serendipitous encounter that led him to discover MUFON, and the series of coincidences that unfolded one fateful night.

He describes a terrifying experience that challenged his understanding of reality and the analytical mindset he held. The discussion delves into the high strangeness of his gas station encounter, the struggle between rationality and the unexplained, and ultimately, his embrace of the unknown as he navigates deeper experiences with the phenomenon.

Matthew also shares his profound experiences with UAPs and the psychological implications of these encounters. He reflects on his childhood, where strange occurrences shaped his understanding of reality, and discusses the tension between rationality and the high strangeness of his experiences.

Matthew emphasizes the importance of recognizing patterns in these phenomena and how they relate to philosophical thought throughout history. He concludes by highlighting the need for a psychological revolution to accompany technological advancements, advocating for a deeper understanding of human consciousness and its connection to the universe.


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Initiated by Matthew Roberts: https://www.amazon.com/Initiated-Depression-Delusions-Psychosis-Paralysis/dp/0578796589


TAGS:

#UAP #UFO #Gimbal #Experiencer #Navy #High-Strangeness #Gimbal-UFO-event #Navy-cryptologist #UAP-task-force #UFO-footage #USS-Theodore-Roosevelt

#Kabbalion #hermetic-philosophy


CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Matthew Roberts and the Gimbal Event

02:56 Leaving the Navy for Freedom of Speech

07:14 The Intense Atmosphere on the USS Theodore Roosevelt

11:34 Witnessing the Gimbal Footage

15:12 Paranoia and the Aftermath of the Gimbal Event

20:20 The Handling of the Gimbal Video

24:57 The Impact of Security Clearance on Information

30:17 The Broader Implications of the Gimbal Event

34:33 The New York Times Article and Its Aftermath

41:11 Philosophical Questions and Personal Reflections

47:55 Exploring the Kabbalion and Its Themes

01:01:46 Personal Experiences with High Strangeness

01:07:48 The Impact of Childhood Experiences on Beliefs

01:16:57 The Intersection of Technology and Psychology

01:26:54 The Path Forward: Understanding and Teaching Others

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