Pilots, Astronauts & the Stigma of the Unexplained – with Dr. Iya Whiteley

Oct 10, 2025

In this episode of That UFO Podcast, Dr. Iya Whiteley, a seasoned aviation and space psychologist, shares her unique insights into human performance in extreme environments. The discussion spans her collaborations with the European Space Agency, the psychological challenges faced by astronauts and pilots, and the intriguing intersections of creativity, intuition, and consciousness. Dr. Whiteley also explores how notions of telepathy and childhood experiences can shape our perception of reality.