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Levelland UFO Case

May 26, 2025 • Bob LeMent & Rob Howell • Season 1 • Episode 5

When electrical systems fail and glowing objects appear in the night, what explanation could suffice? This episode of Mondo Freako explores the mysterious events of November 1957 in Levelland, Texas, where multiple witnesses reported encounters with a strange, luminous egg-shaped object that caused vehicles to stall.

Join Rob and Bob as they investigate one of the most compelling mass UFO sighting cases in American history, question the official "ball lightning" explanation, and interview a self-proclaimed ball lightning expert with dubious credentials.

Key Topics & Segments:

[00:44] - Introduction to the Levelland UFO case of 1957
[04:05] - Mondo Freako Field Guide entry
[05:44] - The Mondo Freako Quiz reveals details about the incident
[16:17] - Timeline of witness accounts
[24:56] - Interview with retired "Ball Lightning expert" Darren Singebottom
[31:47] - Post expert interview discussion
[34:20] - Freakin' A or No Freakin' Way!
[36:04] - Mondo Freako Randomizer
[38:26] - Easter Eggs

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Relevant Links:

Project Blue Book: https://www.archives.gov/research/military/air-force/ufos
The Lubbock Lights (another famous Texas UFO case): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lubbock_Lights

The views and theories expressed in this episode are for entertainment purposes only. Listener discretion is advised.

This episode was researched and produced by Rob and Bob of Mondo Freako.

Note: Some of the content is speculative and based on anecdotal evidence.

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