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This gripping book traces the evolution of brainwashing from its beginnings in torture and religious conversion into the age of neuroscience and social media. When Pavlov introduced scientific approaches, his research was enthusiastically supported by Lenin and Stalin, setting the stage for major breakthroughs in tools for social, political, and religious control.

This podcast is a conversartion in history and humanities as they relate to the African Diaspora with a heavy focus on Black American creative output. It is primarily a conversation between history scholar Dr. Neil Vaz and humanities scholar and artist Trent Tomengo.

In the Dark, hosted by Madeleine Baran, is an award-winning investigative-journalism podcast that started in 2016. Its first season looked at the mysterious abduction of Jacob Wetterling in rural Minnesota and the lack of accountability that sheriffs face when they fail to solve cases. Season 2 examined the case of Curtis Flowers, who was tried six times for the same crime. In 2020, In the Dark released a special report on the coronavirus pandemic in the Mississippi Delta. In 2023, In the Dark joined The New Yorker and in 2024, it released “The Runaway Princesses,” a four-part series that ...

Dark Shadows is a compelling portrait of Kazakhstan, a country that is little known in the West. Strategically located in the heart of Central Asia, sandwiched between Vladimir Putin's Russia, its former colonial ruler, and Xi Jinping's China, this vast oil-rich state is carving out its place in the world as it contends with its own complex past and present. Journalist Joanna Lillis paints a vibrant picture of this emerging nation through vivid reportage based on seventeen years of on-the-ground coverage.

Yet another brilliant entry in Kenemore’s zombie canon - Cap’n Hook meets the undead. Set in the Caribbean of the eighteenth century, the epicenter of piracy, voodoo, and the dark arts, The Code of the Zombie Pirate reveals all the secrets to selecting, customizing, and managing a motley crew of pirates-cum-zombies.

Mysteries in the DarkThe Curious Adventures of Luna Sparks and Omar TrekkerThe podcast where history whispers ... and we lean in to listen.Step into a world where curiosity never retires and adventure never gets old! Meet Luna Sparks and Omar Trekker—two lifelong friends who’ve been solving mysteries together since first grade… about sixty-five years ago! Now, they’re sharing their funniest, silliest, and most surprising stories from a lifetime of curious investigations.From haunted tea kettles and glittery footprints to donut-loving squirrels and mysteriously burping backpacks, Luna ...

In July 1995, San Jose Mercury-News reporter Gary Webb found the Big One - the blockbuster story every journalist secretly dreams about - without even looking for it. A simple phone call concerning an unexceptional pending drug trial turned into a massive conspiracy involving the Nicaraguan Contra rebels, L.A. and Bay Area crack cocaine dealers, and the Central Intelligence Agency.

Step into the archives, where history whispers through the cursed and the forgotten. Cursed Voices is a dark history podcast unearthing scary history from the shadowy corners of the past. From European folklore and unsolved mysteries to medieval history and cursed artifacts, we explore history's mysteries and dark stories that textbooks leave behind. If you crave spooky history deep-dives that blur the line between myth and chilling reality, you're so very welcome here. We drop new episodes every Thursday. Follow us... and let the past speak.

Once the world's bastion of liberal, democratic values, Europe is now having to confront demons it thought it had laid to rest. The old pathologies of anti-Semitism, populist nationalism, and territorial aggression are threatening to tear the European postwar consensus apart. Based on extensive firsthand reporting, this book is a provocative, disturbing look at a continent in unexpected crisis.

Ever wondered what the most dangerous, bizarre, or downright cursed places on Earth really are? Places dives into the weirdest corners of the planet—from deadly mountains and toxic lakes to abandoned cities, terrifying prisons, and locations that feel unreal.We explore dark history, extreme geography, forgotten civilizations, and real-world places that make you ask, why does this exist? If you’re into strange, unsettling, and unbelievable locations, hit subscribe and start exploring.

When the sun goes down, the real stories come out.Welcome to Sara After Dark, your midnight sanctuary for everything that goes bump in the night.Hosted by Sara—a lifelong spooky content creator and connoisseur of the macabre—this podcast dives deep into the corners of our world we can’t quite explain. Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal investigator or just someone who keeps the lights on after a horror movie, you’ve found your tribe.What’s Lurking in Our Episodes?Each week, we pull back the veil to explore:• Ghost Stories: Chilling firsthand accounts and legendary hauntings ...

Come and join me on a journey as I discuss the dark and paranormal tales of Oxfordshire with a lot of folklore and tales of mystery thrown in good measure.

The Unseen Chapters is more than a podcast — it’s a passage into the unknown. Every week, we open sealed files, uncover lost voices, and revisit the haunting beauty of stories long forgotten. From true crime to forgotten heroes, from love letters never sent to crimes never solved — this is where the hidden lives. Turn off the lights, and press play. https://linktr.ee/yakupgul

The Dark Side of Ancient History is a true crime and history podcast exploring the murders, conspiracies, betrayals, and hidden crimes that lurk beneath the surface of the ancient world.Behind every golden age, mighty empire, and legendary ruler lies a darker story—of assassinations, poison plots, court intrigues, ritual killings, political corruption, and crimes powerful people tried to erase.Each episode uncovers a real case from ancient history, telling the full story behind historical murders, political crimes, royal conspiracies, and acts of violence from Greece, Rome, Egypt, Persia, ...

From a star theoretical physicist, “a love letter to the wonderous universe we call home, and an urge to think critically about how we explore its depths” (Smithsonian Magazine) In The Disordered Cosmos, Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein shares her love for physics, from the Standard Model of...

Explore the weird, beautiful, and sometimes unsettling side of history. 🌚 Because the story of the past is also the story of us, of humanity. The videos are made by a small, very excited group within kurzgesagt, powered not by AI but by curiosity, craft, and a nightshift… or two. 😅 A true passion project, built with the same care you know from us.

Your search for good true crime podcasts ends here. Prepare to get chills as you journey into the eerie world of unsolved mysteries on the Dark Hearts with Stacy Lee podcast. Explore true crime stories that have baffled investigators. Crack murder mysteries. Explore the eerie world of cults, dark stories, and mysteries.Hosted by Stacy Lee, a skilled storyteller with a talent for crime analysis and solving criminal investigations, this podcast is ideal for anyone who loves the thrill of the unknown. From chilling American story cult tales to eerie spooky stories, the Dark Hearts podcast stands ...

Think of this as the anti-textbook. It pulls back the curtain on sanitized historical narratives to reveal the corrupt, tragic, and often blood-soaked reality underneath. From the twisted roots of medical practices to government cover-ups, the show investigates how yesterday’s horrors silently sculpted today’s world. It’s a deep dive into the messy, uncomfortable truths society tries to forget, blending research with a candid voice that asks: why didn't we learn this sooner? It is history with the lights turned off and the ugly secrets fully exposed.

Welcome to Dark Criminal Stories, where we delve into the most intriguing and shadowy crime cases from around the world. Each episode brings you captivating narratives, in-depth analyses, and the chilling truths behind the crimes. Join us on a journey through the dark corners of criminal history, uncovering mysteries and complexities of each case. Get ready for compelling storytelling and a deep dive into the world of crime.

Joseph Leslie 'Squizzy' Taylor was many things to many people: a kind and caring husband, father and stepfather, a reliable son and brother, a generous and considerate neighbour and patron. He was also a criminal willing to consider any type of crime, provided it supported his lifestyle and his ego. Squizzy graduated from teenage pickpocket to adult murderer, from organizing smash-and-grab raids on jewellers to corrupting juries and suborning witnesses.