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You Were Manipulated. Here's the Proof. | Official Preview

2026-06-18 Education
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This is a PREVIEW of the upcoming episode of Change Agents. The full episode drops tomorrow at 5pm EST On this week's episode of Change Agents, Andy travels to Chase Hughes' new studio to break down how human behavior is manipulated at scale, from bot farms manufacturing fake consensus to the psychological framework Chase calls WOUND that explains why outrage, fear, and loneliness keep us glued to our phones. They dig into why Chase believes the algorithm is less a sinister mastermind and more an engine optimized purely for ad revenue, how think tanks may shape policy more than most people realize, and why Walter Cronkite and Julia Child both have far stranger backstories than anyone learned in school. Andy also gets a tour of Chase's new independent news studio, Station One, built to show audiences the psyops behind the headlines rather than just the headlines themselves. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Norwood Sawmills: Learn more about Norwood Sawmills and how you can start milling your own lumber at https://norwoodsawmills.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=ironclad&utm_campaign=ironclad Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/change-agents-with-andy-stumpf/id1677415740 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKmtN55V2AGbzHDo34DHI?si=5aefbba9abc844ed Master the skills that change lives — enroll in your free human behavior course today: https://nci.university/learn Please note that the content provided in this broadcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. No material in this communication establishes any form of professional relationship that is privileged or confidential. The insights and opinions expressed herein solely reflect the personal views of the speaker based on his extensive expertise and academic background in his field of study. These are purely personal opinions and should not be taken as direct statements of fact about any individuals, whether stated explicitly or implied. Any opinion shared in this broadcast is drawn from referenced material specific to this publication only. Remember, what's discussed here are perspectives—not claims of fact. Copyright and all rights reserved. SYNC ID: MB01JFEB1WYSMWK

Top Comments (10)

@MostAlpha 2026-06-18

1. If the government's involved, avoid it. 2. If the government supports it, reject it. 3. If the government says it's safe, it's not. 4. If the government says it's true, it's false. 5. If the government wants to help, it won't. 6. If the government says you need it, you don't. 7. If the government says it has no plans, it does. 8. If the government says it's free, it's not.

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@MrKemikem 2026-06-18

It’s fascinating because the modern algorithm isn’t even trying to dictate what we think anymore... it’s validating our deepest biases to map out our behavioral boundaries.

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@chasehughesofficial 2026-06-18

The full episode drops tomorrow at 5pm EST on IRONCLAD’S Channel: https://youtu.be/RxqAFTfp8IQ?si=usnCK1aibAlj6Tqa

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@johnroekoek12345 2026-06-18

My country (in the continent of Europe) wasn't polarized. We didn't know what our family, friends or neighbors voted. And we didn't care. The media today is pushing us to be left or right (and hate) while we have more than 10 parties.

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@teresahemingway4577 2026-06-18

I appreciate learning what's happening. I wish people on internet would report from a position of strength instead of fear and helplessness.

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@Neuroshiftdaily 2026-06-18

The most dangerous manipulation is the kind people think they chose for themselves. Awareness is the first step to getting your mind back. 🧠

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@OLDHEADMATT 2026-06-18

Once you start being able to spot these things happening in real time, it makes life terrifying! The fact people are so easily manipulated and mislead is the most terrifying thing off all!

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@cabster79 2026-06-19

You’re doing an awesome job Chase! This whole life is a freaking game of BS that we shouldn’t be worrying about.

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@marialuis5107 2026-06-18

I just got The Ellipsis Manual audio, can't wait to start listening to it 🎧 ☕☀️😁

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@ElephantPatronus 2026-06-19

Well, that was a cliffhanger. 😳

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