
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know CLASSIC: Chemtrails Were Real -- At Least in the UK
Aug 12, 2025
Dive into the intriguing world of chemtrails versus contrails, where secrecy meets science. Explore the UK's geoengineering experiments and their environmental implications, alongside historical instances of government-sponsored chemical testing. Discover the amusing side of virtual setups while discussing how conspiracy theories often clash with scientific evidence. Uncover chilling tales of biological warfare tests and the ethical dilemmas they raise. Finally, reflect on the lasting impact of COVID-19 on youth and the importance of critical awareness in a world full of misinformation.
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UK High-Altitude Dispersals Exposed
- The UK conducted high-altitude dispersals using zinc cadmium sulfide to model wartime chemical spread.
- Researchers claimed harmless intent but the substance contains cadmium, a potential carcinogen.
Porton Down's Secret Human Tests
- Porton Down ran secret human and civilian aerosol experiments from the 1940s through 1979.
- Many tests used simulants or real agents and left veterans and families demanding public inquiries.
London Underground Dispersion Study
- The London Underground trials released Bacillus globigii to study aerosol travel through tunnels and trains.
- Scientists tested whether ventilation or train movement drove spread and found both contributed significantly.


