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Psicoactivo Podcast

A journalist's daily deep-dive into the world of UAP/UFO disclosure, analyzing recent events and hosting roundtable discussions with other community figures.

The brief

A high-cadence commentary show tracking the politics, personalities, and key events of the modern UAP disclosure movement. The host, Pavel Ibarra, acts as a journalist and aggregator, reacting to recent developments, playing clips from hearings or other podcasts, and providing his analysis. The show's format is a hybrid of solo-hosted news analysis and regular roundtable discussions with a recurring group of fellow UFO podcast creators.

Its near-daily production schedule sets it apart, offering immediate reactions to news that other shows might cover weekly. The format blends a solo journalistic digest with collaborative, cross-podcast roundtable discussions, making it a central node in a specific network of UAP content creators.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Psicoactivo is a bilingual podcast hosted by journalist Pavel Ibarra Meda from Tijuana, Mexico. Initially focused on consciousness and human potential, the show pivoted to Ufology after Ibarra's interest was piqued by the topic. The podcast now primarily offers daily analysis of news and events within the UFO/UAP disclosure community, often featuring commentary on clips from other sources and hosting collaborative discussions.

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Credentials & credits

  • Journalist with over 14 years of experience
  • Web Editor at Marca
  • Host of Psicoactivo Podcast

Other ventures

  • Contributor at The Big Thing Podcast
  • Contributor at Down to Earth with Kristian Harloff
  • Regular guest/co-host on "The Night Shift" and "Doomer Friday" collaborations
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Country
Mexico
Region
north america
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

AI-extracted picks + commentary · help us verify
  1. 01
    Doomer Friday: Dissecting the Disclosure Forum with Vanguard as the highlight - Psicoactivo Live 40

    Showcases the show's collaborative roundtable format ("The Night Shift") where the host and other creators analyze a community event in detail.

  2. 02
    Dr. Hal Puthoff discusses the reason he changed his mind on UFO Disclosure - Psicoactivo #1071

    A prime example of the show's main format: the host analyzing and commenting on significant clips from key figures in the Ufology field.

  3. 03
    Matthew Brown acknowledges abductees & experiencers at the Disclosure Forum - Psicoactivo #1070

    Highlights the host's focus on the 'human factor' and different facets of the disclosure movement, such as the role of experiencers.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How the host interviews

The show's interview format is primarily a multi-person roundtable discussion, not a traditional one-on-one. As a moderator in these 'Night Shift' segments, Pavel directs specific questions to participants to gather their unique perspectives on a central topic, such as a recent event like the 'Disclosure Forum'. The conversation is informal, allowing for crosstalk, debate, and humor among the recurring group of creators. He doesn't employ a standard set of recurring questions, but rather facilitates a timely, event-driven conversation.

The primary format is solo commentary by host Pavel Ibarra, who analyzes recent news and video clips. The show also features a regular roundtable discussion segment called "The Night Shift" or "Doomer Friday," which has its own distinct synth-heavy intro and brings together a recurring cast of co-hosts and guests for a more informal chat. Pavel often closes episodes with the catchphrase, "Remember, stay curious and inquisitive... always. Bye."

Questions the host keeps coming back to

3 catalogued

If you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.

controversy

1
  1. Q.01

    What was your take on [the recent event]?

    Used to open a discussion with co-hosts or guests about a major recent event in the UAP community.

process

1
  1. Q.01

    Can someone explain what [the event/organization] was intended to be?

    Asks for clarification to provide the audience with foundational context before a deeper critique.

personal

1
  1. Q.01

    How are you doing?

    A simple, personal check-in at the beginning of a roundtable discussion.

Signature segments

  • · Daily news analysis and commentary
  • · Closing catchphrase: "Remember, stay curious and inquisitive... always. Bye."
  • · "The Night Shift" / "Doomer Friday" roundtable segment
  • · Playing and reacting to clips from other sources
  • · Bilingual (Spanish/English) content

Topics covered repeatedly

UFO/UAP DisclosureWhistleblowersUfologyConsciousnessParanormal PhenomenaCrash RetrievalsNon-Human Intelligence (NHI)UAP Community PoliticsPsi PhenomenaAncient History
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

Guests are typically fellow content creators, podcasters, and researchers from within the UAP/UFO community who join for collaborative roundtable discussions rather than formal one-on-one interviews.

Recent guests
  • Andy McGrillen
    on Doomer Friday: Dissecting the Disclosure Forum with Vanguard as the highlight
  • Dr. Hal Puthoff
    on Dr. Hal Puthoff discusses the reason he changed his mind on UFO Disclosure - Psicoactivo #1071
  • Matthew Brown
    on Matthew Brown acknowledges abductees & experiencers at the Disclosure Forum - Psicoactivo #1070
  • Whitley Strieber
    on Matthew Brown acknowledges abductees & experiencers at the Disclosure Forum - Psicoactivo #1070
  • Dr. Andrew Gallimore
    on Dr. Andrew Gallimore's unique perspective on the alien abduction phenomenon - Psicoactivo #1069
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
52.4K
52,400
Avg views / video
12.6K
Trailing window
Total views
15.6M
15,612,531
Videos published
1,709
Sponsor readEstimated

The podcast features host-read ads for niche products relevant to the UAP/paranormal audience, such as a UAP tracking app (Look Up), 3D-printed UFO models (UFO Designs 3D), and themed card games (Anomalous Cards).

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
What is the real name of the host?
The host's name is Pavel Ibarra Meda.
What is the format of the show?
It's a hybrid show. Most episodes are solo commentary by the host on recent UAP news, but it also features regular roundtable discussions with other podcasters in a segment called "The Night Shift".
How often does the podcast release new episodes?
The podcast has a very high, near-daily cadence.
Is this an interview show?
Not in a traditional sense. While it has guests, they typically appear in a group roundtable format to discuss recent events, rather than for a one-on-one biographical interview.
Where is the host from?
The host, Pavel Ibarra Meda, is a journalist from Tijuana, Mexico.
What topics does the podcast cover?
The show focuses on UFOs/UAPs, the disclosure movement, consciousness, psi phenomena, and related news and politics within that community.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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  5. [05]George Knapp challenged for DISMISSING Dan Burisch's case in recent audio leak - Psicoactivo #468youtube.com
  6. [06]Episodes - TEAM NIGHT SHIFTnightshift.fm
  7. [07]Pavel Ibarra Meda on Living in Violent Mexican Area - YouTubeyoutube.com
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