Last Podcast On The Left Episode 483: MK Ultra Part II - No Shirt, No Bodies, No Problem
Feb 11, 2022
Dive deep into the bizarre world of MK Ultra, where the CIA played mind games with LSD and bizarre drug experiments. Laugh while uncovering the absurdity of Cold War conspiracies and questionable ethical practices. Discover the quirky personality of Sidney Gottlieb, blending gardening with covert operations, and explore the chilling legacy of Project Artichoke that left lasting psychological scars. Amid dark humor, the chaotic history of government-sanctioned mind control tactics reveals shocking truths about human rights and psychological manipulation.
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CIA's Mind Control Beginnings
- The CIA began mind control research fearing Soviet advances, though no such Soviet drug existed.
- Early methods were primitive, focusing on stress positions and harsh interrogations rather than drugs.
The Accidental LSD Discovery
- Albert Hoffman's accidental LSD discovery happened during a bike ride, revealing intense psychoactive effects.
- His firsthand experience led to recognizing LSD's potential for mental health treatment.
Biological Warfare Field Tests
- The CIA tested bio-weapons covertly on populations, as seen in San Francisco, causing real harm.
- These tests showed potential for mass hysteria and panic as tools of conquest without bloodshed.