"We'll find evidence of ET before 2035": SETI scientist Seth Shostak on aliens, Pentagon's UFO files

How long before we finally chance upon a sign of alien life in the cosmos? It could be sooner than you think, believes Dr. Seth Shostak, an American astronomer and senior scientist at the SETI Institute. In a conversation with Starlust.org's Ankita Garkoti, Shostak shares his intriguing perspective on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, both on Earth and in space, using the latest technology. He is confident that within the next decade, we may find evidence of alien life, and it would change our understanding of our place in the universe. Shostak also discusses public perceptions of the declassified UFO files released by the Pentagon and connects it to pop culture. Addressing allegations that the U.S. government is hiding evidence of aliens from the people, Shostak explains why it would be impossible, drawing on his own experience as a former government employee. © 2026 Starlust. All rights reserved. This is an exclusive interview conducted and published by Starlust.org. No part of this video may be reproduced or republished without prior written permission from Starlust.org. For permission to use or share this content, please write to contact@starlust.org. #SETI #AlienLife #ExtraterrestrialLife #UFO #UAP #Pentagon #ExtraterrestrialIntelligence #SethShostak #Alien #SpaceExploration