In a recent episode of his highly anticipated ‘WTF’ podcast, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath engaged in a captivating conversation with none other than Elon Musk. But here’s where it gets personal—and a bit controversial. When Kamath casually mentioned, ‘I don’t have kids,’ Musk’s instant response was, ‘Maybe you should.’ Is this a harmless suggestion or a deeper commentary on societal expectations? Let’s dive in.
Published on November 30, 2025, at 8:02 PM IST, this episode—now available on Kamath’s YouTube channel—covers a wide range of topics, from technology and entrepreneurship to innovation and personal reflections. However, it’s the candid exchange about parenthood that’s sparking conversations.
And this is the part most people miss: When Kamath admitted he doesn’t have children, Musk didn’t just brush it off. He said, ‘Well, it is maybe you should,’ adding, ‘You won’t regret it.’ Kamath, seemingly intrigued, asked, ‘What’s the best thing about having kids?’ Musk’s response was both heartfelt and thought-provoking. He described parenthood as a journey of witnessing ‘this little creature that loves you’ grow from a helpless baby into a thinking individual. ‘You kind of see the world through their eyes,’ Musk explained, emphasizing the joy and purpose it brings. But here’s the bold part: Musk concluded with a statement that’s bound to stir debate: ‘I think we fundamentally have to have kids or go extinct.’ Is this a call to action or an overstatement? We’ll let you decide.
The conversation took a lighter turn when Kamath complimented Musk’s physique, noting, ‘You’re a lot bigger, bulkier, muscular than I would have thought.’ Musk’s playful response—‘Oh stop, you’re making me blush’—added a touch of humor to the discussion.
Now, let’s talk about the bigger picture. The ‘WTF’ podcast isn’t just another talk show. Kamath describes it as a ‘knowledge ecosystem’ designed to foster learning, innovation, and contrarian thinking. Its mission? To help entrepreneurs scale from ‘zero to one’ by tackling complex topics through in-depth, fact-based analysis. But here’s the question: In an era of information overload, can platforms like ‘WTF’ truly cut through the noise and inspire meaningful change? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Whether you’re team Musk or team Kamath—or somewhere in between—this episode is a must-watch. Check out the video here and join the conversation. After all, isn’t it time we stopped skimming the surface and started diving deep?
