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I'm AJ Gentile, creator of The Why Files. Ask me anything!
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I’m AJ Gentile, creator of The Why Files. Ask me anything!


Hi folks. I'm AJ Gentile, creator of The Why Files, a show about mysteries, myths and legends (and UFOs, UAPs, aliens, abductions, experiences, etc). I co-host the show with a wisecracking goldfish with an attitude and a heart of gold. (Hecklefish made me put that last part in) I try to make strange stories entertaining and accessible to "normies". 

I think my fomat is what makes the show stand out, but also gets me in occasional hot water. The first 2/3 of each episode, I tell the story as commonly known. The last 1/3 of the episode, I break down what we *know* to be true and we *know* to be false. But, I don't always get things right. (Sorry about that)

Next year, I'll be hosting "The Basement" where I'll sit down with the interesting people behind the stories I tell. Always looking for guest suggestions, so feel free to drop them here.

Currently on YouTube but coming (back) to all major streaming platforms soon.

Links:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhyFiles (main channel)

https://www.thewhyfiles.com (official site)

u/OMGTheWhyFiles (FB, IG, X)

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Audit the Fed and Ask me anything!

EDIT: I just bought Tesla and the Pyramid. Thanks for that!

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  1. tmosh on

    Question from: u/ImDeepState

    What a subject that you covered from your show that you didn’t believe before that you are now 100% sure is real? Also, love the show.

  2. Paragonbliss on

    Don’t got a question just wanna say I love your show, your energy, and it has helped me through rough times in my life

  3. tmosh on

    Question from: u/Gobble_Gobble

    Hey AJ – thanks for all of your work covering this topic and others. Love the show!

    You’ve previously said on podcasts that, “If you’re cleared by the DoD – if you still hold clearances and are still working for the DoD – you’re not a whistleblower, you’re doing PR.”

    I’m curious how you see the situation of people inside government who believe they have information relevant to the public interest – whether about this topic, or more broadly pertaining to waste, fraud or abuse.

    In your view, what is the responsible, lawful path for someone in that position to share concerns with the public without violating their legal obligations or putting themselves at risk? Do you see the current whistleblowing and pre-publication systems (like DOPSR) as fundamentally inadequate for that purpose, or do you believe they can function effectively when used in good faith?

    Put another way: is it possible that some individuals choose to work through official channels because they’re trying to release as much information as they’re legally allowed, rather than intentionally serving as “PR”? How do you distinguish between good-faith attempts to navigate the system and situations where you feel the public is being managed or mislead?

  5. tmosh on

    Question from: A_Sarchasm

    If you could get the answer to any one question about a topic you’ve covered, what would it be?

  6. tmosh on

    Question from: u/one_dalmatian

    What’s your take on the ongoing “drone” incursions in the US and Europe? Love the show, keep it up.

  7. tmosh on

    Question from: u/NoMansHaloDadCraft

    Hi AJ, love the show. Have you ever been told you’re asking too many questions about a certain subject, and if so, what was it?

  12. High_Function_Props on

    Thanks for doing this, AJ. Been watching TWF for years.

    Given the release of “The Age of Disclosure” and many of your prior stated viewpoints on Lue Elizondo and UAPs, has the film changed your stance at all regarding either?

    Also, do you plan on doing an episode concerning the recent Sphinx findings or Peruvian Tridactyls in the future?

  13. Individual_Change365 on

    I guess this has been asked before but.

    Have you ever experienced something that made you question reality? Or… at least something paranormal.

  16. Bong-Hits-For-Jesus on

    Hey AJ! In literature we are taught that every protagonist should have a antagonist, but yet Heckefish goes uncontested. Why is that?

  17. stoyo889 on

    Will you consider another sequel to Operation highjump and have you read Dr Joseph Farrells books Reich of the black sun and Nazi International? These books along with Henry Stevens ones are very forensic and scientific. They open the door for a huge follow up to your operation highjump video!

  18. karbaayen on

    Hey AJ, looking at the upward trajectories of AI progression and UAP sightings, do you feel they are related? Are you in agreement that something major will occur in or around 2027, as this date seems to be mentioned in both fields.

  19. CollarFullz on

    Hey AJ love your work you’re going to go down as a legend man. What’s your thoughts on the TR3-B you know the classic triangle UAP/Ufo. Ours or theirs?

  21. Sad-Resist-4513 on

    I don’t have a question for you. I’m an average Joe who just really appreciates the kind of content you cover. Your format is unique which adds a nice dimension. Thank you for contributing to everyone through publicly available show.

  23. JoebaccaWookiee on

    Question: Are there any stories you have chickened out on because you were afraid of the repercussions?

    Also-hope you and all involved are feeling better. We ❤️ Hecklefish!

  24. Informal_Tie_5370 on

    Do you have any personal stories of sightings or witnessing something hard to explain? Thanks!

  25. tmosh on

    Question from: u/lovelettersto

    Hi. At the end of the episode on Kozyrev Mirrors, you suggested, maybe outright stated, that you were going to get the materials and make one yourself. Did anything come of that? Did you get sidetracked, or did you actually try and it ended up doing nothing?

  26. outpost1992 on

    Hey AJ, what do you make of the *Tesla and the Pyramid* story? There seems to be an endless amount of bizarre prophecies in the book, from the Cybertruck Vegas UAP bomber, to what’s under the pyramids, to Kubrick’s monolith, to CIA knowing about the upcoming pole shift reset, etc. Many align with WF episodes.

  27. Fun-Court-2669 on

    AJ – I love your show!!!
    I’ve always thought we look at the solar system in reverse. Like Mercury was old Venus. Venus was the old earth (think earth but way hotter and volcanos going off) and it moved closer to the sun or the sun got bigger. Earth was like Mars, Mars was like Jupiter (yes that big ball of gas is forming a planet. Etc etc)

    My question is.. have you heard anything fascinating about Venus and signs of old structures or old life that is long gone?

  29. AStrowger on

    I thought we were supposed to post in the other thread in r/UFOs but this is what I posted there:

    Hey A.J., have you heard of or done any videos on John Hutchison and/or the Hutchison Effect? Personally I would like to see more videos about that sort of thing (antigravity, forbidden/fringe technology, etc.) and maybe a bit less scary stuff. When I watch your videos I do so to learn about things that would not be talked about in the mainstream media, but not so much to be scared or horrified. Thanks.

    Also please keep Hecklefish, unless doing so would cause you real issues with your voice or in some other way!

  30. LeggSalad on

    What is the most intriguing aspect of UAP that you are familiar with that isn’t known about in the community?

  31. tmosh on

    Question from: u/20_thousand_leauges

    Hi AJ, thanks in advance for taking this question. We heard from Grusch that the vague definition of Special Nuclear Material in Sec. 51 of the Atomic Energy act of 1954 is a way to transclassify NHI craft as a nuclear secret. From [this ’08 DOL doc](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/owcp/energy/regs/compliance/PolicyandProcedures/finalcircularhtml/EEOICPACircular08-06) it confirms past AEC -> DOE ownership of A51 and mention of Naval involvement.
    Similar to Grusch, [Jacques Vallee has claimed the Manhattan Project played a key role in the RE program prior to the AEC](https://reddit.com/r/UFOs/comments/1eccnhc/look_past_the_noise_everyone_is_backing_up_bob/?share_id=u9QH61zm4lEzBvZ5Whqe7). A51 and specifically the Papoose Lake area would fall under the region specified by the ‘08 DOL doc as it is part of the NTS.
    Considering Bob Lazar mentioned Edward Teller put in a word for his recruitment into the RE program near the Papoose area, it would appear to add up. There are also clearly dirt roads going south and east of the landing strip at A51 to Papoose Lake.
    Danny Sheehan seems convinced Bob Lazar’s S4 is real. Do you know others who have confirmed legitimacy to this same location Bob has mentioned, mid east off the Papoose dry lake bed?

  32. Effective-Ad-6460 on

    AJ your show has been a blessing.

    I came across the WhyFiles at a time when my autoimmune disease was horrific ..

    0 treatments – 0 medications and 50 symptoms.

    Your show was able to distract my mind to a point where I felt a sense of relief.

    I have no questions .. just a message of genuine appreciation for all that you do. You put your heart and soul into WhyFiles, and we, as the listeners, thank you for it all.

    Keep on doing You 👍🙏 .. Respect

  33. tmosh on

    Question from: u/SomniferousSleep

    Hi AJ! My husband and I love your show, and we very often listen to the livestream while falling asleep. We want to know, are you a lizzid person? Is your whole channel is a psyop to steer us away from the real truth?