The Century of the Self: Engineering of Consent

Dive into the fascinating world of psychological manipulation that shaped modern America. This episode explores how Sigmund Freud's revolutionary theories were weaponized by his own family members and marketing pioneers to control the masses after World War II.

From Anna Freud's clinical work to Edward Bernays' revolutionary propaganda techniques, discover how psychoanalysis infiltrated every aspect of American life - transforming business advertising, political campaigns, and even Hollywood. Learn how figures like Ernest Dichter tapped into our unconscious desires and fears to influence what we buy, who we vote for, and how we see ourselves.

But at what cost? As these powerful techniques spread, they sparked intense debates about freedom, control, and the very nature of democracy. Join us for this eye-opening journey through the hidden forces that engineered American consent and forever changed the relationship between corporations, government, and the individual mind.