Topic: Artifacts

Artifacts comes up in 18 chapters across 15 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from February 2012 to October 2025.

February 2012 October 2025

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Dr. Heather Lynn | The Anunnaki Revelation, Elite Ritual Contact, & The Palladium Rite
• 2:51 - 6:41

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Anunnaki Revelation, Elite Ritual Contact, & The Palladium Rite

Archaeological Gatekeeping, Iraq Excavations and Information Bottlenecks

Dr. Heather Lynn describes her transition from traditional archaeology to investigating the Anunnaki after encountering information bottlenecks during a Sumerian excavation in Iraq. She recounts being ghosted by lead archaeologists from the University of Manchester after asking questions about Stargates and artifacts on behalf of her blog audience. Local Iraqis reportedly contacted her for help as artifacts were being removed from the country under questionable circumstances.

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Free Plus Show: Dr. Gregory L. Little | Origins Of The Gods, Sentient Plasma, & Shamanic Contact
• 50:25 - 53:47

Free Plus Show: Dr. Gregory L. Little | Origins Of The Gods, Sentient Plasma, & Shamanic Contact

Qesem Cave Shamanism and the Origins of the Ark

Andrew Collins traces shamanic activity back 400,000 years to Qesem Cave in Israel, where artifacts like swan wings suggest ancient ritual use. The discussion links these ancient practices to Mount Gerizim and the construction of the Ark of the Covenant. The Ark is theorized to be a portable communication device that allowed users to maintain a connection to the mountain's specific plasma-generating properties.

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Shannon Taggart | Spiritualist History, Seance Photography, & Ectoplasm
• 24:40 - 29:55

Shannon Taggart | Spiritualist History, Seance Photography, & Ectoplasm

Fraud as a Feature of Paranormal Phenomena

Shannon Taggart proposes that fraud might be an inherent "feature" of paranormal events rather than a reason to dismiss them entirely. Citing psychologist Kenneth Batcheldor, she explains the theory of "artifact induction," where fraudulent actions might actually lower psychological barriers and allow genuine "psi" to manifest. The discussion covers how reality seems to protect itself by framing participants as frauds when consensus reality is challenged. Examples include the Enfield Poltergeist case, where children admitted to faking some events despite investigators witnessing genuine anomalies.

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Analog | The Accidental Awakening, Anomalous America, & Pyramid Bunkers
• 42:28 - 48:56

Analog | The Accidental Awakening, Anomalous America, & Pyramid Bunkers

Mr. Waldron's Temple, 1880 Missouri Discovery

An 1880 newspaper report details a granite temple discovered by a farmer named Mr. Waldron on his land in Missouri. The structure featured polished granite columns, an elliptical arch, and a limestone room containing a granite altar with scattered ashes. Artifacts found at the site included a bronze hatchet and a piece of horn with alphabetical characters resembling Phoenician script.

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Jason Quitt | Entity Interaction Dynamics, Astral Genesis, & Stonegate Portals
• 56:53 - 58:28

Jason Quitt | Entity Interaction Dynamics, Astral Genesis, & Stonegate Portals

Tower of Babel, Unified Global Language

The hosts compare the evidence of a unified ancient knowledge system to the biblical story of the Tower of Babel. Jason Quitt suggests that the discovery of identical motifs and measurements across disparate continents supports the idea that humanity once spoke a single "language" of science and spirituality. The subsequent spreading of populations led to the loss of this unified understanding, leaving only fragmented remnants in mythology.

Dr. Richard Alan Miller | Mind Portals, Cosmobiology, & Surfing The Holographic Universe
• 37:24 - 39:40

Dr. Richard Alan Miller | Mind Portals, Cosmobiology, & Surfing The Holographic Universe

Mankind Research Unlimited and the Florida Everglades Artifact

Miller recounts his time as the Northwest Regional Director for Mankind Research Unlimited (MRU), where he investigated paranormal phenomena at China Lake and Groom Lake. He describes testing a mysterious artifact found in the Florida Everglades that was ten times harder than diamond. The object exhibited electrophoretic properties, allowing it to collapse under impact and slowly return to its original shape.

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Dr. Gregory L. Little | Denisonvan Origins: The Giants, The Mounds, & The Path of Souls
• 52:55 - 56:34

Dr. Gregory L. Little | Denisonvan Origins: The Giants, The Mounds, & The Path of Souls

Deciphering the Southeastern Ceremonial Complex Symbols

Archaeologists have identified a recurring set of symbols across mound builder artifacts, including the eye-in-hand, the feathered serpent, and ornate raptor birds. For decades, researchers cataloged these items without understanding their meaning, often dismissing indigenous mythology. It was only after 1990 that a shift in archaeological focus toward ethnography allowed for the decoding of these complex religious icons.

Dr. Diana Pasulka | American Cosmic: UFOs, Religion, & Technology
• 15:37 - 19:08

Dr. Diana Pasulka | American Cosmic: UFOs, Religion, & Technology

Tyler and James, Elite Scientists Studying Alien Artifacts

Two primary contacts within the secret research community, pseudonymously named Tyler and James, represent the intersection of elite science and UFO belief. Tyler, a scientist with ties to the space program, claims to receive experimental ideas from mysterious memories and works in facilities designed to shield unknown signals. These individuals possess significant wealth and influence, operating with a belief system centered on the inspiration derived from purported alien artifacts.

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Dr. Diana Pasulka | American Cosmic: UFOs, Religion, & Technology
• 19:08 - 27:00

Dr. Diana Pasulka | American Cosmic: UFOs, Religion, & Technology

New Mexico Desert Expedition and Metallic Frog Skin Artifacts

A research trip to a remote location in New Mexico required participants to be blindfolded to protect the site's coordinates. Accompanied by the scientist James, the group used specialized metal detectors to recover physical artifacts buried deep beneath the surface. One recovered item was described as having a texture similar to "metallic frog skin," while others appeared to be threaded with unknown materials currently undergoing scientific analysis.

Joshua Cutchin | Paranormal Kidnappings, Changelings, & Fairyland
• 42:16 - 44:47

Joshua Cutchin | Paranormal Kidnappings, Changelings, & Fairyland

Psychological Archetypes and Physical Traces of the Otherworld

The discussion explores the theory that paranormal entities represent the "shadow self" or unconscious archetypes manifesting in reality. Patrick Harper’s work is cited to suggest that while these encounters may be tied to human psychology, they often leave physical traces like "fairy artifacts" or biological marks. This suggests a form of psi-phenomena that is internalized yet capable of impacting the material environment.

Max Igan | Ancient Mysteries, The Control Grid, Social Credits, & Finding Freedom
• 3:21 - 6:22

Max Igan | Ancient Mysteries, The Control Grid, Social Credits, & Finding Freedom

Historical Revisionism, Earth's Forbidden Secrets

Max Egan discusses his 2005 book, Earth's Forbidden Secrets, arguing that mainstream history is largely fabricated by a ruling class to maintain control. He suggests that the human story has been intentionally obscured through indoctrination, hiding a past of potential unity and advanced understanding.

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Max Igan | Ancient Mysteries, The Control Grid, Social Credits, & Finding Freedom
• 6:23 - 10:19

Max Igan | Ancient Mysteries, The Control Grid, Social Credits, & Finding Freedom

Anomalous Artifacts, European Mud Flood Evidence

Evidence of a massive mud flood across Europe and Russia during the 1600s is presented, with descriptions of buildings in Holland and Italy featuring buried lower floors. Egan cites anomalous artifacts, such as gold chains found in coal and items embedded in solid granite, as proof that the linear progression of history taught in schools is incorrect.

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Shamangineer | Earth Alchemy, Plant Spirits, & Engineered Abundance
• 1:13:02 - 1:16:55

Shamangineer | Earth Alchemy, Plant Spirits, & Engineered Abundance

Plus Show Preview, Travel Ban Prediction and Closing Credits

The host previews the second hour of the show for Plus members, which covers the Philosopher's Stone, Egyptian alchemy, and the "strategy of tension" within the deep state. He notes that the guest accurately predicted upcoming "Muslim laws" before the Trump travel ban controversy. The episode concludes with the show's theme song and a final call to action against "secret science suppressors."

Sylvie Ivanova | Mysterious Megaliths & Hidden History
• 1:05:37 - 1:09:38

Sylvie Ivanova | Mysterious Megaliths & Hidden History

Siberian Dwarves and the Severing of Diplomatic Ties

Local Siberian legends and Russian university reports describe the "Chut" tribes, a race of dwarves who lived in tunnels and practiced magic. Diplomatic and trade relations between these dwarves and humans reportedly ended in the 18th century as humanity shifted toward modern technology. While mainstream books dismiss them as normal ancestors, local people maintain they were a distinct, often hostile, non-human race.

Nick Redfern | Biblical ETs, Ancient Otherworldly Manipulation, & Alien Demons
• 29:35 - 32:44

Nick Redfern | Biblical ETs, Ancient Otherworldly Manipulation, & Alien Demons

Iraq Invasion, Anunnaki Technology, Life Extension

Conspiracy theories regarding the 2003 invasion of Iraq suggest the military operation was partly motivated by a search for ancient Anunnaki technology. These theories posit that the elite sought artifacts related to extreme life extension and immortality hidden within Iraq. The looting of the National Museum of Iraq is viewed by some as a cover for specialized units to retrieve specific items from the museum's basement.

Nick Redfern | Biblical ETs, Ancient Otherworldly Manipulation, & Alien Demons
• 40:34 - 43:47

Nick Redfern | Biblical ETs, Ancient Otherworldly Manipulation, & Alien Demons

Museum Looting, Nazi Artifacts, Vatican Vaults

The looting of the Baghdad Museum is compared to the systematic theft of art and artifacts by the Nazi regime during World War II. Rumors persist that priceless items and occult artifacts were siphoned through the Vatican or hidden in underground installations and train tunnels. These historical precedents suggest that modern conflicts often serve as opportunities for covert groups to secure ancient treasures under the guise of wartime chaos.

Crrow777 | Skywatching Anomalies & The Lunar Wave
• 35:40 - 42:27

Crrow777 | Skywatching Anomalies & The Lunar Wave

Discovery of the Lunar Wave Anomaly

Crow777 details his 2012 discovery of the "Lunar Wave," a transparent line that sweeps across the moon's surface. He explains how a camera pan proved the wave was a filmed event rather than a digital glitch or equipment failure. Further analysis using find-edge filters revealed an energy pulse hitting the lower left limb of the moon immediately before the wave begins, suggesting an artificial reset of a projected image.

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THC 16: Bob Hansen & Paul Herrmann | UFOs, Government Lies, & The $5 Footlong
• 25:21 - 27:42

THC 16: Bob Hansen & Paul Herrmann | UFOs, Government Lies, & The $5 Footlong

Star People, Catholic School and Ancient Flight Artifacts

The group compares the "Star People" legends of the Hopi and Mayan cultures to modern religious upbringing in Catholic schools. They question how primitive cultures could imagine flying vehicles without prior contact with advanced technology. They reference ancient artifacts that, when scaled up, have been proven by engineers to be aerodynamically sound for flight.