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Episode 7: Body Snatchers

X Man: The Elon Musk Origin Story

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Panic and Perception: The Fear of Mind Control

This chapter examines the anxiety surrounding mind control in the 1950s, particularly due to fears of communism and brainwashing tactics observed during the Korean War. Through the harrowing experiences of individuals like Robert Vogler, it exposes the chilling implications of indoctrination and the societal impact of the brainwashing concept, further illustrated by cultural references such as the film 'Manchurian Candidate.'

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