In this episode of Crime Time, Inc., we delve into the multifaceted history and impact of LSD. From its accidental discovery by Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann in 1938, to its use in psychiatry and controversial involvement in CIA experiments, LSD has had a complex journey. The discussion covers its potent psychological effects, risks like HPPD, and its role in the 1960s counterculture movement. We also explore theories connecting ergot poisoning to historical events like the Salem Witch Trials and touch upon LSD's potential therapeutic uses in treating mental health conditions. The episode concludes with speculation on the future of LSD research and its possible acceptance as a mainstream treatment.

00:00 Introduction to LSD and Its Historical Significance

00:36 The Discovery and Potency of LSD

01:46 Psychiatric Uses and Ethical Concerns

03:13 CIA's Secret Experiments with LSD

04:18 LSD in the 1960s Counterculture Movement

05:03 Ergot Poisoning and Historical Incidents

07:29 Modern Research and Therapeutic Potential

12:07 Personal Experiences and Future Prospects

13:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Season 5 of Crime Time Inc. broadens its reach across two sides of the Atlantic.

This season features cases from Scotland and across the wider UK — rooted in real investigative experience — alongside deep dives into some of the most infamous murder cases in American history.

Hosted by former detectives Simon and Tom, with experience in both the UK and the United States, including time working alongside the FBI, the show strips away sensationalism to explain how crime and justice really work.

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