Naturally Off Topic
This week on Naturally Off Topic, Megan dives headfirst into the spine-tingling world of the Russian Sleep Experiment—one of the most infamous creepypastas to ever hit the internet. But behind the horror story lies a trail of real science, Cold War paranoia, and government experiments that blur the line between truth and terror.
Explore the full episode breakdown, packed with:
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The internet origins of the Russian Sleep Experiment
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Why the story feels so real despite being fiction
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Real-life sleep deprivation cases and psychological effects
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Military fatigue studies and ethical boundaries
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A deep look at MKUltra, the Mitrokhin Archive, and CIA mind-control programs
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And the shocking truth about sleep deprivation as a method of torture
Ready to fall down the rabbit hole?
👁️🗨️ Read the original documents, research links, and referenced materials right here:
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And if you’re brave enough… 🎧 Listen below.
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