Jun 24 2024 53 mins
In this shocking and insightful episode of The Oddcast Show, hosts Kunal and Suved Agarwal explore the chilling realities of biochemical warfare with guest Dr. Mrinmayee Bhushan, a policy analyst in biochemical warfare expert. They discuss the remote hacking of pacemakers, the historical use of chemical and biological weapons in World Wars, and the harrowing experiments conducted by the Japanese Imperial Army. But what about the future? Modern advancements such as synthetic biology and cognitive weapons, and evaluation of India's preparedness against biochemical threats is an eye-opening conversation. Raising awareness on a largely ignored yet critical subject, this episode is a wake-up call to the hidden dangers and ethical dilemmas of biochem warfare. Remember to Like, Share, and Subscribe. 00:00 Introduction 00:32 The Horrors of Bioweapon Development 00:46 Welcome to The Oddcast Show 01:42 Understanding Weapons of Mass Destruction 02:31 The History of Biochemical Weapons 03:41 Chemical Warfare in World Wars 04:39 The Overlooked Use of Chemical Weapons 05:17 The Geneva Protocol and Biological Arms Race 14:38 Japanese Innovations in Bioweapons 17:42 The Atrocities of Bioweapon Testing 27:24 The Umbrella Weapon Incident 28:16 Biochemical Attacks on India 29:05 Controversial Research Funding 31:52 Project Pacific and Migratory Birds 33:08 India's Preparedness Against Biochemical Threats 36:07 Theories on COVID-19 Origins 38:45 Synthetic Biology Explained 45:31 Cyber Biosecurity Threats 48:26 The Future of Warfare: Cognitive Weapons 50:30 Ethics and Morality in Weapon Development #oddcast #ai #bioweapon #mrinmayee #worldwar2 #hiroshima #nuclearwar #bomb #podcast #artifical #intelligence About Oddcast: Oddcast - Stuff That No One Talks About! Welcome to Oddcast, the podcast series that fearlessly discusses the taboo topics society often shies away from. Join our hosts, Kunal and Suved, as they unravel the complexities and mysteries surrounding unconventional relationships, alternative lifestyles, mental health struggles, societal prejudices, spirituality, and more. Each episode of Oddcast is divided into engaging segments such as "Odd Revelations," "Odd Facts," "Odd Advice," "Odd Laws," "Odd Myths," "Odd Traditions," "Odd Trivia," "Odd Challenges," "Odd Recommendations," and "Odd Futures." These segments spark candid conversations, challenge societal norms, and promote greater awareness and understanding. Meet Our Hosts: Kunal: A seasoned professional with a background in business and sports, Kunal is a TEDx speaker and advocate for the importance of sports. He has been instrumental in handling India's largest cold chain service and the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. Kunal is passionate about family, sports, and spirituality and brings insightful and engaging perspectives to the podcast. Suved: At 18 years old, Suved offers a fresh Gen-Z perspective on issues like atheism, anxiety, depression, and pessimism. Currently studying physics at Purdue University, Suved is passionate about football, spirituality, and reading. His unique experiences and viewpoints make him a compelling co-host. Join the Conversation: Subscribe now to Oddcast and prepare to have your preconceived notions shattered. Embrace the beauty of human diversity and let's talk about the stuff that no one else dares to discuss! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYkTuB76d7Uo4GdlfOzSsDw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oddcastshow?igsh=bHR6NGM4cnJpcWpl