Richard Dolan Show - Jinwoo You Interview Notes

Introduction

• Richard Dolan welcomes listeners to the show, focusing on UFO and UAP phenomena.
• Discussion on the global perspective of UFO research.
• Jinwoo You from the Korean UAP Society is the guest.

Importance of Global Perspective

• Emphasis on the need to understand UFO phenomena beyond Western perspectives.
• Jinwoo stresses that UFO sightings and research are not limited to the U.S. and Europe.

UFO Research in Korea

• Information available in Korea about UFOs is quite limited compared to the West.
• Cultural attitudes in Korea lead to neglect of UFO issues in media.
• Jinwoo highlights notable historical UFO incidents in Korea.

Historical UFO Sightings

The 1609 Incident

• Oldest record of UFO sighting in Korea from 1609, documented in the journal of Prince Gwanghae.
  • Described as a cone-shaped object making loud sounds.
  • Observed in the eastern province of Korea, with reports from two cities 30 miles apart.
  • Objects left behind smoke and made thunder-like noises.

UFO Sightings During Korean War (1950-1953)

• 42 incidents reported by military personnel during the Korean War.
• Noteworthy case from 1951 involving American soldiers and a glowing saucer-shaped UFO that retaliated when fired upon.
  • Soldiers reported physical effects, including burns and memory loss.

Significant Cases in Modern History

1973 Mass Sighting in Boryeong

• First mass sighting in Korea; approximately 50 witnesses, including a teacher and 22 students.
  • Details include a bright silver UFO observed at low altitude, which was later reported to have landed.
  • Students drew similar pictures of the UFO.

1976 UFO Incident Above the Blue House

• Multiple UFOs hovered over the Blue House, leading to military response.
  • Warning shots were fired, resulting in civilian casualties.
  • Government initially blamed a commercial airliner, which was widely criticized.

1980 UFO Sighting by Fighter Pilots

• Credible and convincing case involving four fighter pilot witnesses during a military training exercise.
  • UFO observed emitting blue and red lights; able to perform 90-degree turns at high altitude.
  • Report submitted to U.S. Air Force; they acknowledged receiving similar sightings.

Current UFO Activity in Korea

• Jinwoo reports 50-60 sightings per year through KUFOS, a Korean UFO reporting site.
• Types of reports include triangular, cylindrical, and cigar-shaped UFOs.
• Emphasis on the need for more investigation into North Korea's UFO activity due to nuclear capabilities.

Organizational Efforts

• Jinwoo's group, the Korean UAP Society, aims to increase awareness of UAP topics in Korea.
• A conference scheduled to discuss recent U.S. congressional hearings on UFOs.
• Jinwoo emphasizes the importance of involving younger generations in UFO research.

Conclusion

• Richard and Jinwoo reflect on the global nature of the UFO phenomenon and the need for broader awareness.
• Jinwoo offers to share more information and updates on ongoing research and cases.
• Links to Jinwoo's website (uapkorea.com), YouTube channel (X-Line), and KUFOS reporting site provided for further engagement.