35. CIA Mind Control: The Origin of MK Ultra (Ep 1)
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Mind Control in the Cold War
This chapter investigates the CIA's intense focus on mind control techniques during the early Cold War, driven by fears of Soviet advancements. It examines ethically questionable experiments, including the use of hypnosis and drugs, often on unwilling subjects, in a climate of paranoia and urgency. Through figures like Sid Gottlieb and various controversial projects, the narrative sheds light on the complex intersection of ethics, science, and covert operations in intelligence efforts.
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