In this fascinating episode of Curious Dimension, we welcome Erik Schlimmer— independent researcher, therapist, and UFO experiencer. The conversation begins with reflections on recent military UAP footage before diving into Eric’s own mysterious encounter with an orange orb during a solo backpacking trip in Colorado. Erik then unpacks his deep research into the 1977 wave of UFO sightings across California, including numerous close encounters near schools. These sightings featured unusual craft flying in close proximity to children and teachers, raising profound questions about intent, awareness, and contact. We also explore Eric’s work as a therapist supporting UFO experiencers — helping individuals process their encounters in a safe and nonjudgmental setting. From stigma to speculation, from childhood witnesses to cutting-edge technology, this episode offers a multi-layered look at the phenomenon. 🔍 Whether you're a seasoned researcher or just UFO-curious, you’ll find something thought-provoking in this wide-ranging discussion. Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & Common UFO Sightings00:50 – Meet Eric Ouellette: Background & Interests03:42 – Eric’s Orange Orb Encounter in Colorado16:12 – 1977 California UFO Wave: What Happened?25:29 – Global Patterns in UFO Sightings26:00 – The Impact of Close Encounters on Children27:44 – Elementary School UFO Sightings29:45 – Therapy for Experiencers: Creating Safe Spaces34:39 – Secrecy, Stigma & the UFO Taboo40:31 – Human Tech vs. Non-Human Tech48:41 – Speculations on Future Disclosure52:23 – Final Thoughts & Further Resources https://ufo1977.com/https://placenamedude.com/https://erikschlimmer.com/https://outcomecounseling.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------➡️ Email me at curiousdimension9@gmail.comto be a guest on the show➡️ https://curiousdimension.com/ Curious Dimension Instagram https://www.instagram.com/curious_dimension?igsh=cGhhaTU1dDF4eWZy&utm_source=qr Face Book Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094288914743 ▶️Curious Dimension YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@CuriousDimension?si=D-rT_maP31eh_oDE https://www.hollywooddisclosurealliance.org/ Make a Donation to Support the Curious Dimension Channel link below ➡️💸👇 https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/Curiousdimension?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US #curiousdimension #staycurious