Topic: Baphomet

Baphomet comes up in 35 chapters across 22 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from April 2013 to September 2026.

April 2013 September 2026

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The Best Of Gordon White On THC: Remembering The Dark Prince of Chaos Magic
• 48:23 - 51:07

The Best Of Gordon White On THC: Remembering The Dark Prince of Chaos Magic

Modern Magic and the Risks of Ritual

The discussion shifts to the casual practice of magic in modern life, with White arguing that many people are practicing magic without realizing it. He dismisses the warnings of traditionalists who claim certain rituals are too dangerous, suggesting that such fear-mongering is often a recruitment tactic for magical orders. White jokingly suggests that a Ouija board and "criminal trespass" in an abandoned hospital are effective ways to realize the universe is weird.

Matthew J. Bell | Bankers Trust, Nicholas Roerich, & The Mystic Stone From Sirius
• 43:46 - 45:51

Matthew J. Bell | Bankers Trust, Nicholas Roerich, & The Mystic Stone From Sirius

Alchemical Androgyny, The Rebis and Transgenderism

Ancient alchemical traditions emphasize the "Rebis" or the divine androgyne as a union of opposites. This concept, found in Plato’s Symposium and the iconography of Baphomet, suggests that primordial humanity was hermaphroditic. The segment posits that modern transgenderism and surgical transitions may be the literal instantiation of these ancient alchemical symbols through pharmaceutical and medical technology.

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Ancient Entropy Equation, Ritual Sex Magic, & The Broker Class
• 22:18 - 27:28

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Ancient Entropy Equation, Ritual Sex Magic, & The Broker Class

Secret Societies, Templar Finance and the Power of Measurement

The Knights Templar are described as powerful financial intermediaries who guarded mathematical and architectural formulas acquired from the Islamic world. Dr. Lynn asserts that the inner structure of secret societies like the Freemasons and the Royal Society is mathematical rather than purely spiritual. The ability to measure and define value—such as the "foot of the king"—is identified as the ultimate source of godlike predictive power and social control.

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Anunnaki Revelation, Elite Ritual Contact, & The Palladium Rite
• 46:32 - 50:11

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

Chaos Magic, The Vatican and Tracy Twyman's Legacy

The use of chaos magic by power brokers is explored as a tool for intentional destabilization to bring about new systems. Dr. Lynn discusses the Vatican's role as a geopolitical actor rather than just a religious institution. She reflects on the mysterious circumstances surrounding Tracy Twyman's death, suggesting Twyman was investigating dangerous links between Baphomet, bloodlines, and global politics.

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Anunnaki Revelation, Elite Ritual Contact, & The Palladium Rite
• 50:11 - 55:34

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

Baphomet, The Taxil Hoax and Androgynous Freemasonry

Dr. Lynn re-examines the Leo Taxil hoax, which historically claimed Freemasons worshipped Baphomet. While occultist Edward Waite dismissed the "Palladian Rite" as a fabrication, Lynn's research into pre-hoax Masonic encyclopedias suggests that an androgynous, non-accepted branch of Freemasonry did exist in France. This order allegedly emphasized the blending of genders and the use of chaos for magical purposes.

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Gary Fraughen | Occult Control, Constructed Culture, & Hidden Codes Of The Power Pyramid
• 24:37 - 26:16

Gary Fraughen | Occult Control, Constructed Culture, & Hidden Codes Of The Power Pyramid

Blue Origin Space Flight and Occult Mission Patches

The recent Blue Origin space flight is criticized for appearing to use low-quality CGI and phallic rocket designs. Gary Fraun points out that the mission patch resembles an upside-down goat head or Baphomet, suggesting occult symbolism is embedded in the project. He notes that the public is becoming increasingly skeptical of space-related media and is no longer taking these events at face value.

Free Plus Show: Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun
• 4:10 - 6:41

Free Plus Show: Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun

Tracy Twyman, Ritual Meanings of Secret Cults

Author Tracy Twyman returns to the program to discuss her latest work regarding the rituals and symbolic meanings of elite secret cults. The conversation introduces her first novel, Genuflect, which utilizes fiction to explore deep-level disclosures concerning ritualistic activities and ancient bloodlines. Twyman previously appeared to discuss her books Clock Shavings and Baphomet: The Temple Mystery Unveiled.

Free Plus Show: Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun
• 1:03:48 - 1:09:35

Free Plus Show: Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun

Power Dynamics, Gender Neutrality in Ancient Cults

The conversation explores the rejection of traditional gender roles within the cults of Cybele and Mithras. Twyman notes that Cybele was often depicted as a hermaphrodite who despised traditional sex roles, while the Mithras cult was an all-male, potentially homosexual or ascetic order. She argues these traditions were less about sexual orientation and more about achieving power through the subversion of natural biological norms.

Free Plus Show: Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun
• 1:09:35 - 1:14:22

Free Plus Show: Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun

Baphomet Symbolism, The Castrated Hermaphrodite

Twyman offers a revised interpretation of Eliphas Levi's Baphomet, suggesting the figure represents a castrated hermaphrodite rather than a functional one. She links this to the iconography of the god Attis and the crossed-legged effigies of Templar knights found in European churches. This symbolism is presented as a hidden reference to the ritual castration practiced by the ancient priesthoods.

Dr. Heather Lynn | Censoring Human Origins, Magic, Baphomet, & The Academic Blockade
• 4:52 - 7:55

Dr. Heather Lynn | Censoring Human Origins, Magic, Baphomet, & The Academic Blockade

Dr. Heather Lynn, Esoteric History and Ancient Wisdom

Dr. Heather Lynn, an esoteric historian and symbologist with a background in archaeology and anthropology, joins the program to discuss hidden aspects of history. Her research focuses on decoding ancient wisdom, Sumerian gods, and the search for lost civilizations. She is the author of several books including The Anunnaki Connection and Baphomet Revealed, and she hosts the Midnight Academy podcast.

Dr. Heather Lynn | Censoring Human Origins, Magic, Baphomet, & The Academic Blockade
• 1:01:43 - 1:06:05

Dr. Heather Lynn | Censoring Human Origins, Magic, Baphomet, & The Academic Blockade

Baphomet Origins and the Knights Templar History

The second hour of the interview explores the history of Baphomet, a symbol often misunderstood as inherently evil. The image was originally created by a Catholic priest for meditation, and the name may have been a corruption of "Mohammed" stemming from Templar interactions with the Assassins. The discussion also covers Eliphas Levi, the unification of opposites, and the potential weaponization of these symbols in modern progressivism.

Miguel Conner |  The Gnostic Orientation, Simulated Realities, & The Occult Elvis
• 34:19 - 41:04

Miguel Conner | The Gnostic Orientation, Simulated Realities, & The Occult Elvis

Magic, Shamanism, and the Baptism of Sophia

The distinction between religion for the masses and magic for the individual is discussed, with a focus on the Knights Templar and the figure of Baphomet. Referencing Tracy Twyman's work, Miguel Conner suggests Baphomet represents the "baptism of Sophia" rather than a demonic entity. Gnostic magic is defined as a shamanistic practice involving altered states of consciousness to navigate higher dimensions, receive healing, and bypass the "Archons" controlling the stars.

Dr. DC Ammon Hillman | Sex, Drugs, Jesus, & Snake Venom Assassins Of Antiquity
• 47:01 - 53:39

Dr. DC Ammon Hillman | Sex, Drugs, Jesus, & Snake Venom Assassins Of Antiquity

Gemini, Purple Trade, and the Ophite Christian Sect

The origins of the term "Gemini" and the "purple trade" are linked to organized crime consortiums in the ancient Mediterranean, including the Phoenicians. Dr. Hillman discusses the "Ophite" Christians, a sect that reportedly incorporated the consumption of semen into their rituals to transfer power. He also connects these practices to the Knights Templar and the worship of Baphomet, suggesting a continuity of "baptism" as a chemical dyeing and initiation process.

George P. Hansen | The Trickster, The UFO, & The Taboo
• 12:20 - 15:48

George P. Hansen | The Trickster, The UFO, & The Taboo

Gender Studies, Transgender Shamans and Boundary Blurring

George P. Hansen explores the connection between the trickster archetype and the modern cultural focus on gender. He notes that historically, transgender individuals have held prominent roles as shamans and mediums across various cultures. The discussion highlights a significant crossover between the transgender community and interest in paranormal or occult topics, citing the symbol of Baphomet as a representation of blurred binaries.

Chance Gardner & Brad Klausen | Magical Egypt: Consciousness, Contact, Kundalini, & The Secret Door In Your Head
• 1:07:45 - 1:13:39

Chance Gardner & Brad Klausen | Magical Egypt: Consciousness, Contact, Kundalini, & The Secret Door In Your Head

Series Four Plans and the Baphomet Brain Schematic

The guests announce that Magical Egypt Series 4 will focus on operative magic and feature guests like Peter Mark Adams and Gordon White. They discuss a recent discovery showing that the Baphomet figure drawn by Eliphas Levi is an exact schematic of a cross-section of the human brain. This revelation is intended to reframe the Baphomet as a biological map of consciousness rather than a symbol of evil.

KJ Ozborne | The Beast System, The Spiritual Battle, & The Old Plan For New Man
• 53:52 - 57:04

KJ Ozborne | The Beast System, The Spiritual Battle, & The Old Plan For New Man

Obama Antichrist Theories, Baphomet Imagery and Social Empathy

KJ Osborne discusses theories identifying Barack Obama as a potential Antichrist figure, citing specific biblical imagery used during his public appearances. The conversation touches on the "Baphomet motif" in modern culture and the potential for chemical influences on human reproduction and sexuality. Greg Carlwood emphasizes the need for empathy toward individuals affected by these cultural shifts while remaining critical of the overarching agenda.

Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun
• 0:05 - 2:28

Tracy Twyman | Ancient Esoteric Cults, Elite Beliefs, & Conquering The Sun

Tracy Twyman Returns to Discuss Occult Rituals, Secret Societies

Host Greg Carlwood introduces returning guest Tracy Twyman to discuss her research into elite secret cults and arcane traditions. The conversation references Twyman's previous work on Baphomet, the Knights Templar, and the CIA's involvement in mind control. Twyman's new novel, Genuflect, serves as the primary vehicle for discussing deep-level disclosures regarding ritualistic activities among the global elite.

Isaac Weishaupt | Star Wars, Occult Themes, & Disney
• 19:37 - 22:12

Isaac Weishaupt | Star Wars, Occult Themes, & Disney

Balancing the Force, Alchemy, and Reconciliation of Opposites

The Star Wars narrative focuses on balancing the Force, which aligns with the alchemical concept of the reconciliation of opposites. This philosophy suggests that there is no absolute light or dark, but rather an equilibrium of both. The character arc of Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader serves to make the audience sympathize with the dark side, challenging traditional notions of good and evil.

Isaac Weishaupt | Star Wars, Occult Themes, & Disney
• 51:45 - 58:34

Isaac Weishaupt | Star Wars, Occult Themes, & Disney

Beauty and the Beast, Aleister Crowley, and Satanic Symbolism

The 2017 remake of Beauty and the Beast is analyzed for its symbolic language, including the portrayal of the Beast as a "fallen hero" similar to Satanic archetypes. Connections are made between the Beast's appearance and Aleister Crowley's descriptions of demonic entities. The character Lumiere is identified as a "light-bringer" or Luciferian figure, contributing to the subconscious delivery of occult belief systems.

Michael Joseph | The Occult Religion of the Elite & Its Influence
• 12:16 - 15:31

Michael Joseph | The Occult Religion of the Elite & Its Influence

Neil deGrasse Tyson and the Mystery Religion of Science

Public figures like Neil deGrasse Tyson are framed as initiators who transition the public from traditional religion to a "mystery religion" version of science. From an occult perspective, atheists are viewed as "profane" but are being used to attack the enemies of Freemasonry. This process is described as a slow indoctrination where the divine intellect of Prometheus is given to the masses to create a new divine order through alchemy.