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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.

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 ...

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.

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...

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.

Dark Bible Stories reveals the hidden, unsettling, and lesser-known tales from the Bible. From ancient betrayals and supernatural events to dramatic battles and divine justice, each episode explores the darker side of scripture. Engaging, mysterious, and eye-opening — this podcast brings biblical history to life like you’ve never heard before.

During a séance in 1924, Houdini―the greatest entertainer in the world―was cursed by a vengeful spirit, who said his days were numbered. Houdini laughed. He believed talking to the dead was impossible. By 1926, Houdini was dead. This is the untold story of the last performance of Harry Houdini, who―inspired by his hero Abraham Lincoln―devotes himself full-time to a personal crusade against Spiritualism, the practice of speaking to the dead.

What started as late-night conversations about haunted places, unsolved mysteries, and eerie folklore turned into a podcast where we dive headfirst into the weirdest corners of the world—and the human mindEach week, we bring our curiosity (and a healthy dose of skepticism) to stories that chill, fascinate, and sometimes disturb . From ghost towns to conspiracy theories, true crime to urban legends, we explore it all with open minds and a touch of dark humourWhether you’re a believer, a sceptic, or just here for the stories, you’re welcome around our fire.

Join me as we unlock the dark pages of history.Why you ask?Because the Dark Matters!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dark Web explores the real stories behind the internet's most chilling urban legends — from Slender Man and Momo to The Backrooms and the Max Headroom broadcast hack. Each episode peels back digital folklore to uncover how online myths begin, why they spread, and the surprising moments when fiction bleeds into reality. Enter the corners of the internet where imagination, fear, and truth collide. For more uniquely immersive and engaging podcasts, visit:https://www.quietperiodplease.com/

We dig into the stories they don't teach in school: classified experiments, forgotten disappearances, fringe science, and eerie legends that slip through the cracks. Every episode of Dark Dive is a journey into humanity's darkest corners, where we unpack unsettling mysteries with curiosity, critical thinking, and just enough wit to keep you hooked. We don't just spin theories; we dissect them. We balance immersive storytelling with investigative analysis. If you question mainstream narratives, crave the unexplained, and can't resist a good "what if," you're in the right place.

The essence of true crime. The heart of every case. Dark Dialogue: Distilled is the short-form companion to the critically acclaimed Dark Dialogue podcast series. These condensed episodes cut through the noise, delivering the most vital details, key theories, and unforgettable moments from the original long-form investigations — all in under an hour. Hosted by investigative expert John and co-host Angela, Distilled offers a focused, high-impact experience for listeners who crave clarity, not clutter. Whether you’re revisiting a case or diving in for the first time, this series brings you ...

The fields of folklore have never been more popular—a recent resurgence of interest in traditional beliefs and customs, coupled with morbid curiosities in folk horror, historic witchcraft cases and our superstitious past, have led to an intersection of ideas that is driving people to seek out more information. Tracey Norman (author of the acclaimed play WITCH) and Mark Norman (creator of The Folklore Podcast) lead you on an exploration of those more salubrious facets of our past.

Dark Crime Files pulls you into the shadows of the most chilling, twisted, and unsolved crimes. From cold cases and notorious serial killers to disappearances and criminal conspiracies, each episode unearths the dark truths lurking beneath the surface. If you think you've heard it all think again. Some mysteries refuse to stay buried.

Written during the last decade of her life, Light in the Dark represents the culmination of Gloria E. Anzaldúa's mature thought and the most comprehensive presentation of her philosophy. Throughout, Anzaldúa weaves personal narratives into deeply engaging theoretical readings to comment on numerous contemporary issues—including the September 11 attacks, neocolonial practices in the art world, and coalitional politics.

The Dark Line is a weekly paranormal podcast, releasing every Wednesday, where we invite listeners to share their true—and truly chilling—experiences with Ghostly Calls, Cryptid Sightings, Unanswered Mysteries, and the Unexplained. Each episode features three voicemails from people who've witnessed something they can't explain. Some are terrified. Others are skeptical. But all are haunting. Hosted by Sophia Thompson, a psychology-minded medical student, and Wylder Graves, a believer in ancient mysteries and the paranormal, the show unpacks each story from two distinct ...

A female thief, with four husbands, a lover, and, reportedly, over 12 children, is arrested and tried for the murder of her stepson in 1872, turning the small village of West Auckland in County Durham upside down. Other bodies are exhumed, and when they are found to contain arsenic, she is suspected of their murder as well. The perpetrator, Mary Ann Cotton, was tried and found guilty and later hanged on 24 March 1873 in Durham Gaol. It is claimed she murdered over 20 people and was the first female serial killer in England.

Welcome to Fireside Mysteries, the podcast that pulls you into the world of UFO sightings, uap encounters, high strangeness, conspiracies, alien abduction and cultural myths. Each week, we dive deep into the cases that blur the line between fact and the unexplained — from legendary UFO sightings, uap encounters and alien abduction stories to conspiracies, high strangeness, and the mysteries of cultural myths. If you’ve ever wondered whether the Battle of Los Angeles UFO incident connects to the Pentagon’s UAP videos, or if the Mothman Prophecy was a warning from something beyond human ...

Blending performing arts and history, LUOTD delves into what it means to represent the Holocaust onstage. Co-hosting from London and New York, theatre historian Samantha Mitschke and actor Alexandra Gellner discuss all things Holocaust-theatre. Bringing their perspectives as Holocaust educators, the pair look at how theatre can help with teaching and learning about the Holocaust as they offer fresh and thought-provoking insights.

A short true crime podcast detailing the stories of solved and unsolved cases for the true crime enthusiast to get a quick fix of true crime!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dark-deeds--6216218/support.