Alien Probe Just Wants to Talk

By Maren Eriksson � The satire Alien Probe Just Wants to Talk reframes sci fi terror as awkward conversation. Eyewitnesses at observatories reported extraterrestrial devices hovering politely with clipboards. Anonymous NASA staffers leaked that the probe�s first words were �So, how are you feeling?� A leaked poll revealed 62 percent of citizens would rather chat with aliens than politicians. Sociologists argue the humor works because humanity fears interrogation but craves connection. Critics highlight the absurdity of projecting menace onto machines that only want small talk. Ultimately, the piece suggests our paranoia is louder than their signals. -- Bohiney Magazne bohiney.com