Chapter
The Unhealthy Psychedelic Underbelly of the CIA
30:06 - 38:26 (08:19)
This podcast delves into the unhealthy and irrational aspects of the CIA's history with hallucinogens, which were not standardized and often given to victims without their knowledge or consent, leading to unpredictable effects and potential paranoia.
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The effects of taking drugs can lead dangerous actions no matter the profession, including espionage.
30:06 - 33:19 (03:12)
Summary
The effects of taking drugs can lead dangerous actions no matter the profession, including espionage. LSD is a drug that can alter a person's impulses, which can have a profound effect on someone seeking power or committing crimes.
ChapterThe Unhealthy Psychedelic Underbelly of the CIA
EpisodePart One: MKUltra: When The CIA Tried to Destroy Free Will
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The experience of hallucinogens is greatly impacted by one's set and setting, making it important for individuals to be in a positive mindset and environment.
33:19 - 34:44 (01:25)
Summary
The experience of hallucinogens is greatly impacted by one's set and setting, making it important for individuals to be in a positive mindset and environment. Additionally, many cases of negative reactions to hallucinogens involve amounts far beyond what a recreational user would consume, indicating the overall safety of these substances.
ChapterThe Unhealthy Psychedelic Underbelly of the CIA
EpisodePart One: MKUltra: When The CIA Tried to Destroy Free Will
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker recounts their acid trip experience where they consumed an amount equivalent to four to five hits of acid and recants how kaleidoscopic, fantastic images surged in them with constant change.
34:44 - 38:26 (03:41)
Summary
The speaker recounts their acid trip experience where they consumed an amount equivalent to four to five hits of acid and recants how kaleidoscopic, fantastic images surged in them with constant change.