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The Why Files: Operation Podcast

549: Subliminal Warfare | Mind Control and Invisible Influence

May 21, 2024
Discover the shocking truth about subliminal messages influencing minds, from marketing to warfare. Learn about subliminal technology in advertising and the military. Explore sonic weapons, mind control, conspiracy theories, and repetitive messaging tactics.
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Quick takeaways

  • Subliminal advertising shaped consumer behavior, like the promotion of cigarettes as 'torches of freedom'.
  • The U.S. military explored subliminal technology for psychological operations, raising ethical concerns.

Deep dives

Influencing Consumer Behavior through Subliminal Advertising

Companies like the American Tobacco Company and Sanco successfully manipulated consumer behavior using subliminal advertising techniques. For example, promoting cigarettes as 'torches of freedom' targeted at women led to a surge in cigarette sales. These tactics were eventually banned due to public backlash.

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