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Does anyone know who Mel Fabregas is? Does he have a history in Ufology circles?

I actually discovered his "Veritas Show" before The Paracast. His programs are interesting, and I like the production value, but he clearly shies away from challenging his guests. His interview with John Lear is a great example of that.

Thanks!
 
I've never heard of this guy, just checked out his website.

Yet another person who seems to lack any sort of professional background - who is he? I dunno, did you read the "About Us" on his site? Nice looking wife, nothing on who he is, where he comes from or what he's about. Well, there is the tagline that he seems to have ripped off from us - "I don't want to believe, I want to know". Yeah, that's original, all right. Oh, wait, I see he says he's ripping that off from Carl Sagan. That's funny, I've never heard that attributed to Sagan, maybe that's where I get it from. I'll call Carl's son and ask him.

More BS from a wannabe "entertainer".

dB
 
Crap, I didn't know Sagan said that. I used to say it a lot when people asked me what I believe. I wasn't ripping off him.

I'm not familiar with the guy (Mel F.) I don't think. Haven't checked his site out yet, but maybe that will ring a bell. Doubt it though.
 
Yet another person who seems to lack any sort of professional background - who is he? I dunno, did you read the "About Us" on his site?dB

Here are some of my favorite nuggets from "About Us":

"'I am an ordinary man pursuing extraordinary knowledge.' That basically sums it up."

That basically sums it up????? Well, I have a pulse, and there's still evidence of brain activity. Maybe I'll start my own show, too ... :rolleyes:

"... I created this show: To find the experts and ask those questions that can help us get closer and closer to the truth."

And those "experts" who are going to lead us into the bliss of "Veritas" are the likes of John Lear, Stephen Bassett, and Clifford Stone, who are a few of Mr. Fabregas's past guests.

"... the truth will set you free."

He not only ripped off David and Gene, he ripped off Jesus (John 8:32)!!!

"I would rather have a mind open by wonder than one closed by belief."

Just over the last few months, I've gradually been learning more and more about the topics addressed by The Paracast, and I'm so glad that we have the Internet to make so much information accessible to the average person, like me. And I'm so grateful that Gene and David chose to make their broadcast archive free to those who wish to download them!

But one thing that I've noticed as I've surfed, listened, and read, is that there seems to be great hostility among many students of the paranormal towards traditional religious faith. And Mr. Fabregas's above statements are examples of that. It's the attitude that, if you affirm religion, you negate reason.

I am a practicing Catholic. I love the Church, and my family and I struggle every day to try to live out the Christian faith. I won't go into that, but I want to say that any truth about ourselves, our world, our universe, etc. is not a threat to our faith insofar as it is TRUTH. Faith has NOT closed my mind!

And I would never belittle or insult someone who researches and reports on these topics. I'm hoping Gene, David, and their guests can help shed some light on some of the mysteries we encounter in this world!
 
"'I am an ordinary man pursuing extraordinary knowledge.' That basically sums it up."

Jordan Maxwell has been using this exact phrase as a tag line forever, and is a great example of what can happen when ordinary men pursue extraordinary knowledge. It isn't pretty.
 
Wasn't he the guy that almost invented fibreglass? Ok, bad joke. I went through the site and the guy seems like a tool. I think it is safe to chalk him up as a worthless POS. Look at it this way, at least he is coming out of the gate exposing his toolness. I like that better that slowly going all tooly over time.
 
I decided to do a podcast, but not anything paranormal, or even political. I just want to entertain people, and have fun doing it.

The notion that people who have no background or experience in UFOlogy, isn't necessarily a bad thing. I mean, what kinds of backgrounds do the so called experiencer crowd come from?

I'm of the mind that anyone can ask questions. Take a look at John Stewart and what he did to Jim Cramer. John isn't what you would call a full time journalist. In fact, everyone calls him a comedian, pretending to be a newscaster. I hate to say it, but I'd take John Stewart's word over a lot of people in the Mainstream any day, and the reason is simple. He actually is concerned with the truth, as well as the welfare of others. That sets him apart from all the other so called media pundits.

As far as this guy you're talking about goes, I agree he's an assclown who has an interest in UFO's. I have an interest in UFO's too. My background isn't what I could call credible, or quantifiable, as my being qualified to truly speak on anything, yet I myself am interested in the truth.

I have a lot of different qualifications, and an arrayed history, but would I say that I'm a true researcher? Nope. Would I say I'm a guy who you should listen to? Nope. Neither should this clown.

At least he's honest about one thing. Being an average guy asking average questions. Meaning Nothing new or original, let alone groundbreaking. If you want to feel smarter or better about yourself, listen to this guy's show. If you want to be challenged to think, listen to the paracast.
 
I decided to do a podcast, but not anything paranormal, or even political. I just want to entertain people, and have fun doing it.

The notion that people who have no background or experience in UFOlogy, isn't necessarily a bad thing. I mean, what kinds of backgrounds do the so called experiencer crowd come from?

I'm of the mind that anyone can ask questions. Take a look at John Stewart and what he did to Jim Cramer. John isn't what you would call a full time journalist. In fact, everyone calls him a comedian, pretending to be a newscaster. I hate to say it, but I'd take John Stewart's word over a lot of people in the Mainstream any day, and the reason is simple. He actually is concerned with the truth, as well as the welfare of others. That sets him apart from all the other so called media pundits.

As far as this guy you're talking about goes, I agree he's an assclown who has an interest in UFO's. I have an interest in UFO's too. My background isn't what I could call credible, or quantifiable, as my being qualified to truly speak on anything, yet I myself am interested in the truth.

I have a lot of different qualifications, and an arrayed history, but would I say that I'm a true researcher? Nope. Would I say I'm a guy who you should listen to? Nope. Neither should this clown.

At least he's honest about one thing. Being an average guy asking average questions. Meaning Nothing new or original, let alone groundbreaking. If you want to feel smarter or better about yourself, listen to this guy's show. If you want to be challenged to think, listen to the paracast.

Yes, it's hard to get degrees in ufology. And not many jobs for it either, if that is what David meant by professional background.

If you're serious about the podcast let us know when it starts and link it please.
 
Wasn't he the guy that almost invented fibreglass?

Nah, he invented those fancy-ass decorated eggs :D


My impression of the man is that he sounds robotic. I actually wasn't sure at first that it really was a person talking and not a computer vocalizing text.
 
Wasn't he the guy that almost invented fibreglass? Ok, bad joke.

Just wanted to say VERY cool avatar, Ron Collins! It's always such a darn long wait between January and summer training camp. I can't wait to get over to Lambeau again to spend the day and have a walk-through. That helps tide a guy over a little bit during the off season.

Now, I PROMISE this will be the LAST time I bring up organized sports in this forum.
 
Hello everyone. Mel Fabregas here. I'm so glad I found this forum and the thread. It allows me to interact with those of you who have questions and it gives me the privilege to interact with you directly. I'll be delighted to elaborate.

I DON'T WANT TO BELIEVE. I WANT TO KNOW. Great words from Carl Sagan. These words inspired me to create the show. I don't want to believe anymore. I want to know. I just listened to your show two weeks ago for the first time. I like it.

And since when did you have to be an expert in Ufology to start a podcast? I hope you're not insinuating that you have to have a PhD in order to have high quality guests. Last time I checked, there is not one single university that offers a degree in UFOlogy. Someone said I don't challenge my guests? If your show only had 90 days of longevity, perhaps you would think hard to alienate guests so quickly. Different shows, different styles. Those who listen seem to be perfectly fine with that.

I am honored that someone would even mention my name. I believe The Paracast has been around for quite a long time. Congratulations! I have been doing this for 90 days. Prior to starting this show, I had never conducted an interview in my entire life. In these 90 days I have interviewed Richard Dolan, Stanton Friedman, Michael Salla, Nick Pope, Grant Cameron, Edgar Mitchell, Stephen Bassett, John Lear, Milton Torres and others. Coming soon? Timothy Good, Bob Emenegger, David Wilcock, etc. I am not condecending to my guests nor to my audience. I like to learn from my guests.

To find me, you don't need to ask third persons at a forum. Simply Google my name. It will take you directly to my website, where you can contact me directly and I'd be glad to respond. I don't hide behind the show. I like to interact with everyone.

I have never claimed to be an expert on anything. My expertise is in business, not in Ufology, the paranormal, etc. I'm just a curious person who one day decided that calling shows to ask questions was not enough. My curiosity and desire to talk to the people I listened at other shows was strong enough that one morning in December 2008 I saw Milton Torres (perhaps you know who he is) all over the television. I was channel surfing and almost every news channel had him on. However, they only had him for about 5 minutes. Here is a decorated US Air Force fighter pilot who is now telling his UFO encounter story, AFTER the British Ministry of Defense declassified his file. This is not the traditional military person who tells a story. He waited over 50 years to go public. So I was able to track him down. How would he talk to me? I'm sure he'll talk to me if I say I'm calling from a show. That's how Veritas was born. I needed a name for the show. I called him and he accepted to be interviewed. After that, I contacted Stephen Bassett who wanted to make contact with Dr. Torres, and while I was giving him the contact information I asked him if I could interview him too, and he accepted. 90 days later, that's where I am.

I created the show to have a platform that would allow me to ask the questions I always wanted to ask. As simple as that. So far, we have had people from 102 countries listen and I don't make any false claims. I don't have any broadcasting nor journalism experience. I'm not even a newbie. A newbie on radio usually has training. And yes, someone quoted what is written on my ABOUT section. I made it as simple as possible. The WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN AND WHY. Honestly, I don't like to talk about myself that much. The show is not about me; it is about the guests I bring.

You are welcome to contact me directly at [email protected] or simply visit my Web site: Veritas Show Listen to a show or two. Give it a try. Read the guest book.

The mere fact someone is asking about who I am is a huge compliment. There are others in the field who are experts. My hat's off to them. I am not. I believe that is why in 90 days the show has attracted enough people to consider it an international show.

I hope this clear out any confusion about who I am. Do you really want to know about my time in Asia and my business experience and travels? No. That is boring. And no, you will not find any accolades, awards, honors, etc., about my 90 days on the cyber-air. Actualy, we're on the radio as of 3 weeks ago too. We haven't advertised anywhere, nor have we pushed to be known. It has been the listeners who have spread the word. And for that, I thank them. And I thank you for having this forum here, which allows me to introduce myself to your audience.

If you want to learn more about me and have some time to spare? Listen to my show. I trust you won't be disappointed. I wish you continued success with The Paracast! Oh, and thanks for noticing my nice looking wife. I'm a lucky guy, indeed!

In Veritas,

Mel Fabregas
 
I've never heard of this guy, just checked out his website.

Yet another person who seems to lack any sort of professional background - who is he? I dunno, did you read the "About Us" on his site? Nice looking wife, nothing on who he is, where he comes from or what he's about. Well, there is the tagline that he seems to have ripped off from us - "I don't want to believe, I want to know". Yeah, that's original, all right. Oh, wait, I see he says he's ripping that off from Carl Sagan. That's funny, I've never heard that attributed to Sagan, maybe that's where I get it from. I'll call Carl's son and ask him.

More BS from a wannabe "entertainer".

dB

Hello David. Of course, you've never heard about me. The show started 90 days ago. I guess it took 90 days for us to make contact. Oh, and you were the one who noticed my nice looking wife. Thank you. Yes, call Carl's son on the phrase. You and I seem to enjoy using it.

Best,
Mel
 
Does anyone know who Mel Fabregas is? Does he have a history in Ufology circles?

I actually discovered his "Veritas Show" before The Paracast. His programs are interesting, and I like the production value, but he clearly shies away from challenging his guests. His interview with John Lear is a great example of that.

Thanks!
Hello JPW,

Are you saying you discovered my show before the long established Paracast? If that is not the biggest compliment anyone has given me, I don't know what else is. Don't worry about challenging the guests. One day I'll tell you why. I want as much proof as the next person.

Let me be honest. Can I challenge my guests? I probably could. But when you are so new that no one knows you, why would a guest like Richard Dolan or Stanton Friedman agree to "waste" their time with an unknown? Usually our shows are scheduled for one hour. These guests agreed to go on for almost 3 hours. Unless the essence of the show is not worth it, why would they stay on the air with me? My point is I don't believe I should challenge my guests when as a new show I should welcome them and be appreciative for being part of it. Perhaps in the future, when we are better known, we may be able to challenge them. In the meantime, I challenge them in my own way.

How, if you have listened to the show, you will see there is lots of research that goes in and the questions are not light. Even John Lear told me perhaps he talked too much about certain things he shouldn't have? Why? Because I asked with my own style. Some believe that challenging a guest is to be like Bill O'Reilly. I tend to disagree. There are ways to approach a guest and extract as much information as possible without aggravating them. Please listen to a few of my shows and you will see what I mean. Thank you.

But if you start challenging your guests right when you start your show, future guests will shy away. Give me some time and thank for listening. I appreciate that very much.

Mel
 
Crap, I didn't know Sagan said that. I used to say it a lot when people asked me what I believe. I wasn't ripping off him.

I'm not familiar with the guy (Mel F.) I don't think. Haven't checked his site out yet, but maybe that will ring a bell. Doubt it though.

Hello Stillborn. Yes, check it out. Give me a chance. I don't hide behind the show. I engage my audience and respond, like here, for example. Hey, don't feel bad, we all love the phrase. I say that at the beginning of the show:

"Welcome to the Veritas Show, where you listen because you don't want to believe. You listen because you want to know."


Mel
 
Here are some of my favorite nuggets from "About Us":

"'I am an ordinary man pursuing extraordinary knowledge.' That basically sums it up."

That basically sums it up????? Well, I have a pulse, and there's still evidence of brain activity. Maybe I'll start my own show, too ... :rolleyes:

"... I created this show: To find the experts and ask those questions that can help us get closer and closer to the truth."

And those "experts" who are going to lead us into the bliss of "Veritas" are the likes of John Lear, Stephen Bassett, and Clifford Stone, who are a few of Mr. Fabregas's past guests.

"... the truth will set you free."

He not only ripped off David and Gene, he ripped off Jesus (John 8:32)!!!

"I would rather have a mind open by wonder than one closed by belief."

Just over the last few months, I've gradually been learning more and more about the topics addressed by The Paracast, and I'm so glad that we have the Internet to make so much information accessible to the average person, like me. And I'm so grateful that Gene and David chose to make their broadcast archive free to those who wish to download them!

But one thing that I've noticed as I've surfed, listened, and read, is that there seems to be great hostility among many students of the paranormal towards traditional religious faith. And Mr. Fabregas's above statements are examples of that. It's the attitude that, if you affirm religion, you negate reason.

I am a practicing Catholic. I love the Church, and my family and I struggle every day to try to live out the Christian faith. I won't go into that, but I want to say that any truth about ourselves, our world, our universe, etc. is not a threat to our faith insofar as it is TRUTH. Faith has NOT closed my mind!

And I would never belittle or insult someone who researches and reports on these topics. I'm hoping Gene, David, and their guests can help shed some light on some of the mysteries we encounter in this world!

Hello again JP,

I wonder if we've interacted before. Actually, we did. You e-mailed me and asked about religion and the fact some of my guests don't subscribe to your point of view. I offered the most detailed response I have given any of my listeners. You were even surprised of the detailed response. I was going to share it here but decided not to, since it's a long e-mail, isn't it? You are welcome to post it if you wish. I talked about me, my origins/background, how I created this show, etc. Enough to thoroughly answer the "Who is Mel Fabregas?" question. Now, if the question is, who else knows me. I can assure you not that many. In just 90 days it is highly improbable. However, I'm fortunate that we interacted.

For the rest, I grew up a Catholic. I went to Catholic school all my life. My father almost became a priest before he married my mother. I have Jews in my family and everyone is happy with each other. I grew up eating Middle Eastern food. I enjoy being surrounded by different religions and cultures. I have had some guests who have a different opinion (i.e., Edgar Mitchell, Milton Torres, Robert Morning Sky); however, those are their opinions, not mine. I'm in the process of contacting Gabriel Funez, the director of the Vatican Observatory. We can find truth everywhere. We just need to ask, and believe me, a PhD is not necessary, just an overly-developed sense of wonder.

Oh, and J.P., if you find anywhere in any of my shows where I have insulted any religion, please let me know. I have listeners of every faith/race/creed write to me. I am simply saying that most of my questions cannot be answered by religion. I am, in no way, responsible for what the guests say. That is their opinion. When I questioned a priest in school about certain things, the response was always the same: BECAUSE GOD SAYS SO, now, go to the principal's office. Well, as I grew up and matured, I decided that if that is the answer to my question, I needed to find a different way to find them. And that's exactly what I did.

Nice to hear from you again!

Mel

P.S. Oh, and by the way, neither the hosts of The Paracast nor I are ripping anyone off. Those quotes are in existence for a reason. So that we can use them. Jesus, Carl Sagan, Jordan Maxwell and more. It's a compliment to all of them that we keep using them.
 
Jordan Maxwell has been using this exact phrase as a tag line forever, and is a great example of what can happen when ordinary men pursue extraordinary knowledge. It isn't pretty.

That's right Gen. And I actually say I'm borrowing that phrase from Jordan Maxwell. The truth is not free and it comes with a price.
 
Hello Manticore(or Mel),

So here is the deal. Sure, anyone can have a podcast and anyone can choose to do it however they desire. Where I have a problem is in your guest list and approach to them.

Let me demonstrate.
1 - Clifford Stone = Grand High Tool. Any research at all will prove this. You approached him as if he was actually credible. Thus, you either don't care that he is full of shit and choose to give him a sounding board in which to spew his trash or you suck at research.
2 - Robert Morningsky = see above
3 - Michael Salla = See above

Come on, you have to be able to see the difference between these jackasses and someone like Friedman. I listened to 6 of the 13 shows on your site. I was giving you the benefit of the doubt. Seeing if you would eventually start to call some of these dipshits out. Yet you choose to give them equal footing with quality guests. Thus, you are in this for entertainment NOT the enlightenment you want us all to belive you are here for. Thus, I labeled you as a tool. Was I wrong? If so, then why?
 
You e-mailed me and asked about religion and the fact some of my guests don't subscribe to your point of view.

I wouldn't put it quite that way. That makes it sound like I'm whining over the fact that everyone else's thoughts don't match up with mine on questions of religion. However, the thing I'm actually taking issue with is the seemingly constant trashing of certain religiously informed points of view by so many individuals that this audience represents. I hoped I might learn something, but at each turn I can't help feeling like I just don't belong in this. Here's another example of what I'm talking about taken from your post ...

When I questions a priest in school about certain things, the response was always the same: BECAUSE GOD SAYS SO, now, go to the principal's office.

That strikes me as so stereotypical, unfair, exaggerated, and unproductive. How the chaplain at your high school may have responded to questions of yours really isn't relevant to the questions of the content being explored.

Anyway, I've decided to give up on all that. It's getting nobody anywhere ... but speaking of being unfair, I owe you an apology.

I shot my mouth off here while, in the same breath, I said I would "never belittle or insult someone who researches and reports on these topics". But that's exactly what I did after you had been nothing but cordial toward me. And for that, I apologize.
 
I shot my mouth off here while, in the same breath, I said I would "never belittle or insult someone who researches and reports on these topics". But that's exactly what I did after you had been nothing but cordial toward me. And for that, I apologize.

Apology accepted, my brother.
 
Hello Manticore(or Mel),

So here is the deal. Sure, anyone can have a podcast and anyone can choose to do it however they desire. Where I have a problem is in your guest list and approach to them.
If I have a problem with a show, I just don't listen to it. Although I do my best with what I have, I don't expect to satisfy everyone either. However, I'm quite happy with the response I've gotten so far. I always wanted to interview one of the astronauts who walked on the Moon and feel privileged to have done just that in just one month since I created the show. You say anyone can start a Podcast. I welcome you to do so and let me know when you do. I'd be happy to listen.

Just like anyone who would disagree with The Paracast show format or any other. The door is always open from the inside. You can't please everyone!

Best,

Mel
 
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