Topic: Batteries

Batteries comes up in 24 chapters across 20 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from October 2013 to January 2026.

October 2013 January 2026

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THC Book Report | Charged by Dr. Gerald Pollack
• 51:09 - 55:23

THC Book Report | Charged by Dr. Gerald Pollack

Earth as a Battery, Nighttime Atmospheric Differences

The Earth is described as a battery where solar energy separates charges, leaving the planet negatively charged and the atmosphere positive. This model accounts for various natural phenomena without the need for "dark matter" or complex mathematical placeholders used by NASA. The segment concludes by encouraging listeners to purchase Dr. Pollack's book, noting that its promotion was hindered by his health issues and its ranking on Amazon does not reflect its importance.

Aaron Murakami | Alternative Energy Invention Updates, The Multi Wave Oscillator, & Aether Physics
• 1:10:41 - 1:15:13

Aaron Murakami | Alternative Energy Invention Updates, The Multi Wave Oscillator, & Aether Physics

John Bedini, Battery Rejuvenation and Solar Charge Controllers

The segment covers the legacy of John Bedini and his specialized battery charging and rejuvenation technology. Murakami plans to reintroduce a universal unit that combines a solar charge controller, battery charger, and rejuvenator. This technology uses specific voltage pulses to reverse lead-acid battery chemistry to a "like-new" state, potentially extending the life of flooded cell batteries indefinitely and recovering units destined for the scrap heap.

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David Wechsler | Electroculture, Pyramid Power, & Ancient Energy Wisdom
• 17:19 - 20:58

David Wechsler | Electroculture, Pyramid Power, & Ancient Energy Wisdom

Engineering Electroculture with DC Power and Solar Cells

David Wetschler explains his decision to use active electrical components like electrodes and stainless steel rather than traditional copper coils. Drawing on his background in microchip design, he experimented with earth batteries, solar power, and even five-volt cell phone chargers to stimulate plant growth. He argues that modern sources of electricity allow for more precise control over current density than ancient large-plate methods.

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Matt Roeske | Electroculture, Copper, Etheric Energy, & Old World Secrets
• 13:16 - 16:15

Matt Roeske | Electroculture, Copper, Etheric Energy, & Old World Secrets

Nathan B. Stubblefield, Earth Batteries and Wireless Telephony

Nathan B. Stubblefield experimented with earth batteries that discharged static electricity to power devices. Stubblefield successfully created the first wireless telephone by sticking a copper rod into the earth, allowing communication without the need for high-power radio signals. These technologies are described as providing independence from centralized infrastructure, which led to their eventual disappearance from the public record.

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Free Plus Show: Harald Kautz Vella | Black Goo, Black Magick, Spider Beings, & The Elite
• 33:45 - 36:29

Free Plus Show: Harald Kautz Vella | Black Goo, Black Magick, Spider Beings, & The Elite

Ark of the Covenant, Pandora’s Box and Alien Batteries

The Ark of the Covenant is identified as being identical to the Box of Pandora from Greek mythology. Harold Kautz-Vella claims that multiple Arks have recently reappeared in Great Britain and elsewhere but are being suppressed by the shadow government. He describes these objects as ancient batteries brought to Earth alongside alien black goo to kickstart cycles of suffering and power the central "computer" of the invaders.

Richard Stanley | The Suppressed History of The Cathars, Mystic Montségur, & The Nazi Grail Quest
• 1:01:14 - 1:05:25

Richard Stanley | The Suppressed History of The Cathars, Mystic Montségur, & The Nazi Grail Quest

Underwater Cities, Ancient Technology and Cthulhu Manifestation

A treasure hunter reportedly discovered an unknown underwater city featuring geometric structures and artifacts resembling Baghdad batteries. Stanley discusses the potential for ancient high-technology societies that were suppressed by academic and religious institutions. He references H.P. Lovecraft's fiction as a potential framework for understanding the re-emergence of these lost civilizations and "Old Ones" in the modern era.

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Ashton Forbes | The MH370 Teleportation/Abduction Case, Orb Footage Analysis, & The Deeper Story
• 21:15 - 26:01

Ashton Forbes | The MH370 Teleportation/Abduction Case, Orb Footage Analysis, & The Deeper Story

Lithium-Ion Battery Fire and Emergency Flight Path Theory

A cargo fire involving 221 kilograms of lithium-ion batteries is proposed as the catalyst for the MH370 emergency. Witnesses, including an oil rig worker and local fishermen, reported seeing a burning plane flying at low altitudes, which suggests a depressurization event and an attempt to reach Penang or Langkawi International Airport. The theory suggests the pilot was attempting to save the passengers by flying below 10,000 feet before the plane headed toward the Nicobar Islands.

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Schwab | The Dirigible Deception, California Island, & The Electromagnetic Ecology
• 19:03 - 22:31

Schwab | The Dirigible Deception, California Island, & The Electromagnetic Ecology

Atomic dirigibles and the suppression of nuclear energy potential

Atomic-powered airships are proposed as a lost technology that could have enabled floating cities and year-long flights without refueling. The guest argues that nuclear energy has been unfairly attacked by a media-driven "anti-atomic lobby" masquerading as environmentalists. High-profile disasters like Chernobyl and Fukushima are characterized as media artifacts used to generate unnecessary hysteria and steer the public away from efficient power sources.

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Dean Henderson |  Royal Bloodline Wetiko, The Civilization Sin, & The Congo Conspiracy
• 1:16:49 - 1:21:11

Dean Henderson | Royal Bloodline Wetiko, The Civilization Sin, & The Congo Conspiracy

African Slavery Realities, Cobalt Mines and Woke Hypocrisy

The host discusses the ongoing exploitation in African mines, contrasting it with modern American debates over reparations. A clip from the "Bad Friends" podcast featuring Bobby Lee is used to illustrate how little the public knows about the global history of slavery. Carlwood points out the hypocrisy of activists using devices powered by modern-day African slave labor to criticize historical sins, urging a focus on current human rights abuses in the tech supply chain.

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Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade
• 22:17 - 26:41

Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade

Solar Heat Collection, Thermal Mass Storage, and Battery Limitations

The discussion shifts to the inefficiencies of standard electrical solar panels compared to solar heat collectors, which can reach 90% efficiency. Jeremiah Ferwerda proposes storing energy in thermal mass—such as water, dirt, or sand—rather than expensive and environmentally damaging batteries. This method acts like a capacitor, absorbing energy quickly and providing a fail-proof storage solution that avoids the planned obsolescence of the battery industry.

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Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade
• 28:15 - 30:29

Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade

Solar Secrets, John Bedini, and Battery Rejuvenation

Aaron Murakami discusses "Solar Secrets," a resource by Peter Lindeman that exposes myths in the solar industry. He details the work of the late John Bedini, who developed solar charge controllers and rejuvenators capable of giving lead-acid batteries a theoretically infinite lifespan. The segment highlights how the industry prioritizes recurring income over durable technology that could last decades.

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Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade
• 30:29 - 34:28

Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade

Battery Chemistry, Sulfation Reversal, and Voltage Plateaus

Aaron Murakami explains the technical process of rejuvenating lead-acid batteries by reaching specific voltage plateaus to dissolve sulfation. He describes how a slight voltage drop in the 15-volt range indicates that impedance has decreased and the chemistry has returned to a like-new state. This method allows for the recovery of approximately 80% of discarded batteries, bringing them back to or above their original manufacturer's rating.

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Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade
• 34:28 - 36:49

Aaron Murakami & Jeremiah Ferwerda | The Tesla Turbine, Suppressed Energy Science, & Breaking The Blockade

Planned Obsolescence in Car Batteries and Scrapyard Recovery

The discussion covers how standard car alternators fail to fully charge batteries, leading to premature failure due to sulfation. Aaron Murakami explains that the primary difference between short-term and long-term batteries is often just the physical space at the bottom for debris to collect before shorting the cells. By using proper charging methods, consumers can extend battery life to over ten years and salvage functional units from scrapyards.

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Deborah Tavares | Weather Weapons, Resource Restrictions, & The Control Agenda
• 42:53 - 46:00

Deborah Tavares | Weather Weapons, Resource Restrictions, & The Control Agenda

Smart Meter Weapons, Lithium-Ion Hazards, Micro Grids

Tavares describes smart meters as a weapon system attached to homes, capable of throttling energy usage based on Climate Action Plan quotas. She warns about the fire hazards of the lithium-ion batteries within these meters and the difficulty of opting out for a true analog meter. The segment also introduces "micro grids" as a way to further control and isolate energy distribution.

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Jared Murphy | Advanced Ancestors, Hidden History, & Megalithic Mysteries
• 44:32 - 47:47

Jared Murphy | Advanced Ancestors, Hidden History, & Megalithic Mysteries

Aluminum Artifacts and Cymatic Patterns in Textiles

A machined piece of aluminum found undisturbed beneath mastodon bones suggests industrial technology existed at least 700 years before the modern invention of aluminum. Additionally, the work of Hans Jenny in cymatics shows that the "Aum" symbol matches the physical vibration pattern of the sound, indicating ancient knowledge of frequency visualization.

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Eileen Day McKusick | Biofield Tuning, The Electric Universe, & Ether Physics
• 42:04 - 45:06

Eileen Day McKusick | Biofield Tuning, The Electric Universe, & Ether Physics

Electric Health, Battery Management and Autoimmune Disorders

The concept of "Electric Health" posits that autoimmune issues, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue result from a low internal battery. This depletion occurs when individuals spend more time discharging energy through stress and social accommodation than they do recharging through rest and authenticity. Healing involves policing one's own energy and honoring the need for rest to bring the "company" of the body back to full operational power.

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Dr. Gerald Pollack | The 4th Phase of Water in Nature, Health, & Energy
• 32:21 - 43:06

Dr. Gerald Pollack | The 4th Phase of Water in Nature, Health, & Energy

Infrared Energy, EZ Water Battery Mechanism

Research at Dr. Pollack's lab revealed that infrared light is the primary energy source for building the exclusion zone (EZ) in water. This process functions similarly to the first step of photosynthesis, where light energy splits water into positive and negative charges, creating a natural battery. The discovery was prompted by a student's accidental observation that a gooseneck lamp caused the EZ to expand significantly.

Aaron Murakami | Aether Physics 101, Open Systems, & Free Energy Devices
• 52:36 - 55:59

Aaron Murakami | Aether Physics 101, Open Systems, & Free Energy Devices

The Ferris Wheel Energizer and Idaho Conferences

The origins of the Energy Science and Technology Conference are discussed, beginning with events in Coeur d'Alene where John Bedini demonstrated a large "Ferris Wheel" energizer. This machine reportedly kept its input batteries charged while performing mechanical work and overcharging output batteries. Murakami eventually took over the organization of these conferences to provide a platform for such technologies.

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Aaron Murakami | Aether Physics 101, Open Systems, & Free Energy Devices
• 56:00 - 58:39

Aaron Murakami | Aether Physics 101, Open Systems, & Free Energy Devices

Scaling Challenges and the School Girl Motor

Murakami explains why some over-unity devices are not yet in mass production, citing practical scaling issues. He mentions the "School Girl" (SG) motor, a simple energizer that won a science fair prize. While effective, scaling these systems to power a home often requires expensive battery banks and complex coil winding, making solar a more convenient current alternative for many.

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Shamangineer | Water Alchemy, Fringe Science, & Viktor Schauberger
• 17:34 - 19:34

Shamangineer | Water Alchemy, Fringe Science, & Viktor Schauberger

Water Photosynthesis, Sun Gazing, and Sauna Health Benefits

The interaction between sunlight and water suggests a form of biological photosynthesis occurring within the human body. This mechanism may explain the health benefits of saunas, which provide infrared heat that expands the Exclusion Zone water in cells. The discussion briefly touches on "sun gazing" and "breatharians" as extreme examples of people attempting to harness this light-water energy relationship.