MKUltra Cybernetics - Ep 26-292

Program Years What Happened Why It Matters Today MKUltra 1953-1973 CIA secretly experimented on Americans using LSD, hypnosis, sensory deprivation, and other methods without informed consent. If the government secretly drugged citizens in the name of national security, why should blind trust always be the default? Tuskegee Syphilis Study 1932-1972 The U.S. Public Health Service deliberately withheld treatment from Black men with syphilis to study disease progression. Explains why many African Americans remain skeptical of public health authorities. COVID debates often revived memories of Tuskegee. Operation Mockingbird 1950s-1970s CIA maintained relationships with journalists and media organizations to influence reporting overseas and, according to historical investigations, sometimes domestically. The scope remains debated, but congressional investigations confirmed extensive media relationships. Raises questions about media independence and government influence over narratives. COINTELPRO 1956-1971 FBI infiltrated, surveilled, and disrupted political groups including civil rights organizations, anti-war activists, Black nationalist groups, and others. Demonstrates government willingness to target domestic political movements in the name of security.     Kevin Jackson has been called, the "white-collar" Joe Rogan. Given their similar backgrounds in TV, comedy, and martial arts, it's easy to see why people enjoy Kevin's show so much. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.