Welcome to a deep dive into "covert hypnosis," the idea that everything from our thoughts to our choices can be shaped by design, often with an underlying agenda. This podcast explores how two seemingly disparate sources—the clandestine world of the CIA's Project MKUltra and Edward Bernays' foundational text, Propaganda converge on the "chilling realization that much of what we perceive as reality, even our choices, can be shaped by forces we're... rarely aware of".
Discover how both highlight that our conscious awareness is often bypassed in the deliberate shaping of public thought and action, whether through unethical, covert means or through subtle, systemic influence that operates "right out in the open".
In a world where our choices and perceptions are constantly being shaped, this podcast empowers you to take control. Drawing lessons from the covert manipulation of Project MKUltra and the systemic influence articulated by Edward Bernays, we emphasize that "understanding how these systems work is the first most critical step in protecting ourselves from unwanted manipulation".
Learn to critically analyze messages, "questioning the source, the framing, the underlying motives," and recognizing the "agenda behind it all". This is your guide to proactive critical thinking, seeking out "diverse information" and challenging your own assumptions to navigate a "designed world" and make choices that are genuinely informed.
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