About this episode

The episode features a live event discussing Tacoma's Maury Island Incident and includes storytelling and historical context from various guests.

Join us Wednesday, June 3rd at the McMenamins Elks Temple in Tacoma Washington (Spanish Ballroom) for a live Rainy Day Rabbit Holes event exploring Tacoma’s own overlooked UFO story—the Maury Island Incident. Weeks before Roswell made headlines in 1947, Tacoma was already grappling with reports of flying saucers, mysterious Men in Black, and a federal investigation that raised more questions than answers. This special History Pub presentation features storytelling from Shea Drury and Jody Shaw, historical context from Chris Staudinger of Pretty Gritty Tours, and an in-depth look at the case from filmmaker Steve Edmiston, creator of The Maury Island Incident and founder of the Men in Black Birthday Bash. Join us for a meet and greet from 4:30–6pm before doors open at 6pm, with the show starting at 7. Patreon supporters—or anyone who signs up before the event—can stop by for a free thank-you gift (including some very adorable dog bandanas), and we’ll also have tote bags and t-shirts available. Find the show link at https://rainydayrabbitholes.com, and get your Men in Black Birthday Bash tickets at https://mibbbfest.squarespace.com. Support this podcast at —…

People in this episode

Guests: Shea Drury, Jody Shaw, Chris Staudinger, Steve Edmiston

Topics covered

• UFOs
• Maury Island Incident
• live event
• history
• storytelling

Keywords

• UFO
• Maury Island
• Tacoma
• live event
• Men in Black

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pretty Gritty Tours

Books & works: The Maury Island Incident

Places: Tacoma Washington, McMenamins Elks Temple

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