In this episode, “Truth of the Matter” host Natasha Zouves is joined by one of the most brilliant scientific minds of our time: Dr. Michio Kaku — renowned astrophysicist, futurist, and co-founder of string theory.

He explores Elon Musk’s bold timeline to settle Mars — and the extraordinary technologies that could make it possible, including satellites designed to melt the planet’s polar ice caps and create life-sustaining water, literally terraforming the red planet.

Professor Kaku also weighs in on the future of artificial intelligence — what excites him, and what he believes could become one of the greatest threats we face. He shares powerful insights into the rise of UAPs and what action he believes humanity must take in response.

And finally, we dive into one of the most provocative ideas in modern physics: the multiverse. Could there be countless versions of you, of all of us, running in parallel universes we may never touch? Dr. Kaku breaks down the science.

This is a conversation about the future — of space, technology, and the very nature of reality.

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NewsNation’s series “The Truth of the Matter goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories shaping our world.

These stories are more than just hidden truths—they’re blueprints for navigating our own lives, offering rare insights into the human experience and lessons learned. You can find “The Truth of the Matter” wherever you listen to your podcasts.

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Alef Aeronautics CEO Jim Dukhovny joins Natasha Zouves, host of “The Truth of the Matter,” for an electrifying deep dive into the future of the world’s first flying car. From concept to takeoff, Dukhovny breaks down how his team is rewriting the rules of transportation — and what it really takes to bring science fiction to life.

Will we be commuting through the skies in the next few years? How will flying cars reshape cities, commutes, and our every day realities?

This episode is essential listening for anyone fascinated by innovation, tech disruption, and the bold visionaries changing how we move through the world.

“The Truth of the Matter goes beyond the headlines to uncover the stories shaping our world. These stories are more than just hidden truths — they’re blueprints for navigating our lives, offering rare insights into the human experience and lessons in resilience, survival and the transformative power of a single decision. You can find “The Truth of the Matter” wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Connect with host Natasha Zouves

Women who were formerly incarcerated at FCI Dublin in California are telling their stories of surviving a federal prison so notorious for sexual abuse, it was called the “rape club.”

This conversation contains discussions of rape or sexual assault that may be disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, you can find help and discreet resources on the National Sexual Assault Hotline website or by calling 1-800-656-4673.

“The Truth of the Matter goes beyond the headlines to uncover the stories shaping our world. These stories are more than just hidden truths — they’re blueprints for navigating our lives, offering rare insights into the human experience and lessons in resilience, survival and the transformative power of a single decision. You can find “The Truth of the Matter” wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Connect with host Natasha Zouves