February 26, 1997: Project S.T.R.A.T. UFO's - John Shepherd #124; Mel's Hole Update

John Shepherd , an electronics enthusiast from Michigan, discusses his remarkable Project STRAT (Special Telemetry Research and Tracking), a decades-long effort to make contact with UFOs using ultra-low frequency transmissions. Shepherd has converted his entire house into a massive transmitter array, believing that UFOs are attracted to electromagnetic frequencies similar to those used in power lines. His dedication to this project has consumed his life savings and transformed his home into what could be described as the world's most elaborate UFO beacon. The conversation explores the technical aspects of his equipment, the theoretical basis for his approach, and the personal sacrifices he has made in pursuit of extraterrestrial contact. Shepherd shares his observations about UFO behavior patterns and electromagnetic phenomena, drawing connections between reported sightings and electrical infrastructure. The program also features another update on Mel Waters and his mysterious hole, as interest continues to grow around this geological anomaly. The episode examines the intersection of amateur scientific research, UFO phenomena, and the lengths to which individuals will go in their quest to understand the unexplained.