36. CIA Mind Control: Fighting Communism with LSD (Ep 2)
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The Dark Origins of LSD and CIA Mind Control
This chapter explores the intriguing history of LSD and its use by the CIA, starting from its synthesis in 1943 to its controversial application in covert operations. It discusses the agency's reckless experimentation with the drug, driven by Cold War tensions and the belief in its potential for psychological manipulation. The narrative highlights the ethical dilemmas and chaotic outcomes of these experiments, unveiling the troubling beginnings of the MKUltra program.
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