In this episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. James Giordano, professor emeritus of neurology and biochemistry, and chair emeritus of the Neuroethics Studies Program at Georgetown University Medical Center, explores the rapidly evolving world of neuroscience, cognitive warfare, biowarfare, electromagnetic technologies, consciousness, and the ethical questions shaping the future.
In addition, Dr. Giordano served as the consulting neuroscientist on research into the original cases of Havana Syndrome... so this guy has ALL of the secrets! He also unpacks the history of covert CIA programs like MKUltra and Operation Artichoke, whose objectives included investigating whether people could be involuntarily controlled, hypnotized, or coerced into acting against their own will — including carrying out assassinations.
Dr. Giordano also breaks down:
Why he believes the threat of biowarfare deserves far more public attention
Examples of biological technologies that could potentially be used to target individuals
How sound waves can disorient the nervous system
The controversial discussion surrounding microplastics and electrical conductivity
Whether visual stimuli can disrupt neurological function
How Faraday cages may protect against certain electromagnetic energies
Beyond emerging technologies, the discussion explores one of today’s biggest questions: