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Media Control, Second Edition The Spectacular Achievements of Propaganda (Open Media Series)

Noam Chomsky

Noam Chomsky’s backpocket classic on wartime propaganda and opinion control begins by asserting two models of democracy—one in which the public actively participates, and one in which the public is manipulated and controlled. According to Chomsky, "propaganda is to democracy as the bludgeon is to a...

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Behind the Bastards

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Behind the Bastards

It was discussed as Bernays's first book, detailing his ideology of manipulating the masses' habits and opinions, which he saw as a positive element in a democratic society. This was compared to Alex Jones's beliefs about the world, but Bernays believed he was the good guy.

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The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in a democratic society Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society cons...

— Episode: Part Two: Edward Bernays: The Founding F...

Episode: Part Two: Edward Bernays: The Founding Father of L...

It was discussed as Bernays's first book, detailing his ideology of manipulating the masses' habits and opinions, which he saw as a positive element in a democratic society. This was compared to Alex Jones's beliefs about the world, but Bernays believed he was the good guy.

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The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in a democratic society Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society constitute an invisible government Which is the true ruling power of our country?

We are governed our minds are molded our tastes formed and our ideas suggested largely by men We have never heard of it is they who pull the wires that control the public mind

Episode: Part Two: Edward Bernays: The Founding Father of L...

It was discussed as a book written by Bernays in 1928, where he detailed his views on manipulating the masses, which he saw as a positive force for society, despite it being used by others for harmful purposes.

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The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in a democratic society

Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society constitute an invisible government Which is the true ruling power of our country?

We are governed our minds are molded our tastes formed and our ideas suggested largely by men We have never heard of it is they who pull the wires that control the public mind

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

It was mentioned as a classic book about propaganda, and the speaker seemed to believe everyone should read it.

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And also I would say maybe even first read Propaganda.

— Episode: CLASSIC: What is media manipulation?

Episode: CLASSIC: What is media manipulation?

It was mentioned as a classic book about propaganda, and the speaker seemed to believe everyone should read it.

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And also I would say maybe even first read Propaganda.

ah yes, Propaganda, the wow, what a great book, I, I had a copy of that somewhere.

Episode: CLASSIC: What is media manipulation?

It was recommended as a good book to read if you want to delve into the strange world of media manipulation.

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And also I would say maybe even first read Propaganda

ah yes propaganda the wow what a great book I I had a copy of that somewhere

Episode: My Momma Told Me, With Langston Kerman and David G...

The podcast hosts discussed this book, mentioning its availability online and describing it as a great place to start learning about Edward Bernays, its author, and his work in public relations and advertising. The book was described as relevant to a discussion on capitalism and consumer culture.

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The book Propaganda, available online.

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