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#253 Chase Hughes - Real MKUltra Documents, Alien Deception and Simulation Theory

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Nov 13, 2025

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Chase Hughes

Chase Hughes, a human behavior analyst and retired U.S. Navy chief, dives into the intricate world of psychological operations and influence. He defines the FATE model—Focus, Authority, Tribe, Emotion—highlighting how social media exploits human needs and fosters disengagement. Discussing topics like MKUltra experiments and modern mind control, Chase warns about perception management in current events. He also touches on the neuroscience behind persuasion and the implications of AI on trust, culminating in insights on psychedelics and consciousness.

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Definition Of A Psyop

A psyop is narrative-driven control of perception aimed at shaping behavior or identity rather than just ideas.
Repeated narratives can shift who people see themselves as and drive large-scale behavior change.

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Tribal Brain Still Drives Behavior

Humans evolved for small tribes (~150), so our brains expect limited social networks and fear social exile.
Social fear and tribal belonging remain powerful levers for controlling behavior today.

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Social Media Is A Connection Placebo

Social media acts as a placebo connection that confuses attention for real belonging and exploits social fear.
Platforms use emotional spikes and fractionation to deepen engagement and shape reactions.

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Definition of a PSYOP and narrative-driven control

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Human tribal wiring and social fear

06:03 • 3min

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Social media as a placebo for connection

08:37 • 3min

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FATE model: Focus, Authority, Tribe, Emotion

11:40 • 6min

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Are major world events engineered psyops?

18:04 • 6min

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Planning a psyop: target data collection

24:21 • 3min

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Six human needs used to influence behavior

27:29 • 4min

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Techniques of pre-suasion and commitment

31:07 • 4min

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How psyops scale from individuals to populations

Desired endstate: Break down and destabilization

53:25 • 5min

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Will people keep waking up or will authorities double down?

58:32 • 1min

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UAP/UFO reporting as perception management

59:34 • 3min

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Edward Bernays and modern propaganda origins

01:02:12 • 11min

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Milgram experiment and obedience to authority

01:13:00 • 3min

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How to spot you're in a psyop

01:15:40 • 4min

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Algorithms, bot farms, and manufactured tribalism

01:19:47 • 10min

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Socialize, Minimize, Rationalize, Project interrogation formula

01:30:03 • 10min

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How foreign actors provoke violence and give permission

01:40:24 • 3min

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Neuroscience of PSYOP: attention systems and reticular activation

01:43:30 • 3min

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Cults, brainwashing, and the FEAR model

01:46:02 • 2min

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Hypnosis: mechanisms, uses, and demonstrations

01:48:32 • 10min

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MKUltra history, experiments, and Manchurian candidates

01:58:23 • 17min

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Is modern mind-control still happening?

02:15:30 • 58sec

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AI, voice synthesis, and erosion of digital trust

02:16:28 • 22min

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Psychedelics, DMT experiences, and consciousness research

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Simulacra and simulation

Jean Baudrillard

In this 1981 philosophical treatise, Jean Baudrillard explores the relationships between reality, symbols, and society. He introduces the concept of simulacra, which are copies without an original, and discusses how these simulacra and simulations have replaced all reality and meaning with symbols and signs. Baudrillard argues that current society is saturated with these constructs, leading to a phenomenon he calls the 'precession of simulacra,' where the simulated copy supersedes the original object and meaning becomes infinitely mutable.

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Crystallizing Public Opinion

Edward L. Bernays

Crystallizing Public Opinion, published in 1923, is one of the first books to define and explain the field of public relations. It outlines principles for shaping public opinion through careful study of group psychology and strategic communication. Bernays discusses how public relations counselors can effectively influence public opinion by understanding and leveraging stereotypes, herd mentality, and emotional appeals.

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Influence

The Psychology of Persuasion

Robert Cialdini

In this highly acclaimed book, Dr. Robert B. Cialdini explains the psychology behind why people say yes and how to apply these insights ethically. The book outlines six universal principles of influence: Reciprocation, Commitment and Consistency, Social Proof, Liking, Authority, and Scarcity. The new and expanded edition includes a seventh principle, Unity, along with new research, insights, and examples. Cialdini uses memorable stories and relatable examples to make the subject accessible and easy to understand, helping readers become more skilled persuaders and defend themselves against unethical influence attempts.

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Pre-Suasion

A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade

Robert Cialdini

In this book, Robert Cialdini explains that optimal persuasion is achieved through optimal pre-suasion. He argues that the key to successful persuasion lies in the moment before the message is delivered, where the communicator must redirect the audience's focus of attention to make them receptive. Drawing from extensive research and various examples, including advertising, marketing campaigns, and historical events, Cialdini outlines techniques to prepare audiences and increase the likelihood of agreement. The book is praised for its scientific rigor and practical applicability, making it an essential tool for anyone serious about science-based business strategies.

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The Ellipsis Manual

Analysis And Engineering of Human Behaviour

Chase Hughes

Chase Hughes is a leading expert in human behavior analysis, influence, and persuasion, with over 20 years of experience as a U.S. Navy veteran.

He developed groundbreaking programs like the "Behavior Pilot Program" for HUMINT, "CuePrime" for interrogation behavior analysis, and the "Pre-Violence Indicators Index" for detecting pre-attack behaviors. Author of the bestselling "The Ellipsis Manual: Analysis and Engineering of Human Behavior," Hughes consults for law enforcement, the military, Fortune 500 executives, and more.

As a member of "The Behavior Panel" on YouTube, he educates on body language and deception detection. Internationally board-certified in clinical hypnotherapy, he advocates for ethical use of behavioral science in leadership, security, and personal development, drawing from his military background to create life-saving systems like "The Hostile Hospital" and "Tactical Psychology."

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