The Truth of the Matter with Natasha Zouves
Emmy-winning journalist Natasha Zouves takes you on a gripping journey into the hidden stories that shape our world. In each episode, Natasha uncovers untold truths—whether it’s the chilling secrets of Area 51 veterans, the resilience of those who survived torture in Russian black sites, or the life-altering decisions of individuals who turned against Mexico’s most powerful drug cartels. Through personal, in-depth conversations, Natasha not only reveals the dark corners of our global landscape but also uncovers the powerful lessons in resilience, survival, and transformation that these extraordinary individuals have to share. These stories are more than just hidden truths—they’re blueprints for navigating our own lives, offering rare insights into the human experience.
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Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Jay Flores was just 8 years old when he became entangled in the cartel. His father took him and his twin brother to the border to help smuggle drugs for the first time, strategically using the boys to deceive the U.S. Border Patrol. By the time the twins reached adulthood, they had built a drug-smuggling empire. The pair successfully brought the cartel’s drugs to 15 major American cities, as well as Canada, profiting $4 million a month. Flores sits down with Natasha Zouves, host of “The Truth of the Matter.”
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Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Air Force Veteran Dave Crete says he served on a secretive range in the Nevada desert that encompasses Area 51, and now decades later, he and hundreds of his fellow veterans who were engaged in top-secret work are getting sick — developing serious health issues and deadly cancers. They tell Natasha Zouves that they can’t get the benefits and care they’re entitled to because the DOD won't acknowledge they were ever stationed on the range.
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