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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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.
“The Mission That Broke Me—And How I Came Back." Decorated Combat Pilot, Major Glenn Ignazio
The Truth of the Matter with Natasha Zouves
33 minutes 15 seconds
4 months ago
“The Mission That Broke Me—And How I Came Back." Decorated Combat Pilot, Major Glenn Ignazio
He served on the razor’s edge of danger, flying combat rescue missions to extract downed pilots and special forces deep behind enemy lines. But it was one failed mission that left a mark no medal could erase.
In this episode of The Truth of the Matter, host Natasha Zouves sits down with Major Glenn Ignazio for a gripping, unflinching conversation. Maj. Ignazio opens up about the moment he couldn’t save a life, the high-altitude accident that ended his flying career, and the silent battles he fought long after the missions were over — PTSD, addiction to prescription opioids, and the collapse of everything he once knew.
From the cockpit to the edge of despair and back again, Ignazio shares how he rebuilt his life from rock bottom, and how he's now leading a different kind of rescue mission: helping fellow veterans find purpose and healing.
This is a raw, powerful story about failure, redemption, and the unseen toll of service.
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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.
