Topic: Brain Function

Brain Function comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from August 2013 to September 2023.

August 2013 September 2023

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John Potash | Drugs As Weapons Against Us: CIA Operations, Kurt Cobain, Tupac, & More
• 20:49 - 27:09

John Potash | Drugs As Weapons Against Us: CIA Operations, Kurt Cobain, Tupac, & More

Psychedelics vs. Lab Drugs, Cognitive Impairment and Activism

A distinction is made between naturally occurring entheogens like mushrooms and lab-created substances like LSD, which was a primary tool of the CIA. Research suggests that LSD and MDMA can cause brain damage or cognitive "fog" that hinders effective political activism. The elite view these substances as obstacles placed in the path of the masses to prevent them from successfully challenging power structures.

Cathy O’Brien | MK Ultra Mind Control, Mark Phillips, & The Slave Society Agenda
• 50:53 - 55:46

Cathy O’Brien | MK Ultra Mind Control, Mark Phillips, & The Slave Society Agenda

Harmonics, Frequency Technology and Nutritional Manipulation

The discussion covers the technical aspects of mind control, including the use of harmonics, EMF-based technologies, and repetitive lyrics in music to trigger the subconscious. O'Brien warns that pharmaceutical companies manipulate food ingredients, such as artificial sweeteners, to inhibit critical thinking. She recommends shutting off digital noise, avoiding television, and returning to handwriting as essential steps for safeguarding the brain from external frequency intrusion.

Gordon White | Ani.Mystic, The Living Cosmos, & Universal Agency
• 27:21 - 31:19

Gordon White | Ani.Mystic, The Living Cosmos, & Universal Agency

Unlearning the Materialist Theory of Mind

The conversation shifts to how individuals in industrial societies can practice deep listening despite the "machine world" environment. White argues that humans must unlearn the materialist idea that thoughts are merely ephemeral outgassings of a physical brain. He suggests that if thoughts are recognized as a communal process, experiences like "haunted houses" or intuitive hits become valid interactions with a living universe.

Chris Emmons | ORMUS, M-State Elements, Alchemy, & You
• 39:23 - 45:15

Chris Emmons | ORMUS, M-State Elements, Alchemy, & You

Cognitive Function, Brain Hemisphere Synchronization, and Personal Clarity

Ormus is credited with improving the synchronization between the left and right hemispheres of the brain, leading to better memory and cognitive function. Christine Emmons shares a personal story about using mental clarity to navigate a difficult 13-hour move, emphasizing that Ormus doesn't "cure" disease but provides the body the vitality needed to heal itself.

Dr. Scott Kolbaba | Physicians’ Untold Stories, Near Death Experience &  Other Miracles
• 13:01 - 15:44

Dr. Scott Kolbaba | Physicians’ Untold Stories, Near Death Experience & Other Miracles

Cardiac Arrest vs Brain Death, NDE Biological Catalysts

The discussion explores the biological differences between the heart stopping and brain death in the context of spiritual experiences. Dr. Scott Kolbaba explains that most documented medical miracles occur during cardiac arrest because patients are rarely hooked to an EEG during sudden emergencies. The segment also touches on the lack of autonomy patients often feel during these transitions between life and death.

Dr. William Bengston | Intention & Energy Healing: Data & Results
• 36:16 - 41:02

Dr. William Bengston | Intention & Energy Healing: Data & Results

MRI and EEG Studies on Brain Synchronization

Functional MRI and EEG studies conducted at the University of Connecticut and Thomas Jefferson Medical School revealed that healing can be "toggled" on and off. Experiments showed that a healer's brain patterns synchronize with the subject's brain even at a distance. Furthermore, double-blind tests using envelopes containing hair samples from sick animals showed that the healer's brain autonomically responds to a "need" without conscious awareness.

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Dr. Richard Jacoby | The Toxic Effects of Sugar & The Corporate Food Conspiracy
• 20:36 - 22:35

Dr. Richard Jacoby | The Toxic Effects of Sugar & The Corporate Food Conspiracy

Brain Function, The Link Between IQ and Cholesterol

Cholesterol is presented as a necessary component for healthy brain function, with Dr. Jacobi claiming a correlation between higher cholesterol levels and higher IQ. He criticizes the $29 billion statin drug industry for suppressing research that contradicts the "cholesterol is evil" narrative. The discussion suggests that depriving the brain of cholesterol can lead to cognitive decline.

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Greg Carlwood on SiriusXM’s The All Out Show
• 13:18 - 16:23

Greg Carlwood on SiriusXM’s The All Out Show

Holographic Universe Theory, Brain as Frequency Filter

The physical universe is described as a frequency-based environment rather than a collection of solid particles. Courtney Brown posits that the human brain, structured by DNA, acts as a sophisticated hologram generator that filters out most frequencies to create the illusion of 3D reality. Remote viewing works by training the brain to allow in specific frequencies that are normally screened out, similar to tuning a radio to a different station.

THC 113: Philip Farber | Understanding Invocation & Evocation Magick
• 56:37 - 59:43

THC 113: Philip Farber | Understanding Invocation & Evocation Magick

Neuroscience, Executive Function and Default Mode Network

Responding to a listener request, Farber explains the bridge between the conscious and unconscious mind using modern neuroscience. He defines the "executive function" as the conscious director of the brain and the "default mode network" as the source of imagination and daydreaming. He references Carl Jung's definition of magic as the "conscious use of active imagination," essentially the deliberate engagement of the default mode network.

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THC 70: Jae Sabol | One Community: Blueprint For A Self Sustaining Society
• 9:02 - 12:54

THC 70: Jae Sabol | One Community: Blueprint For A Self Sustaining Society

Cognitive Effects of Psychedelics, Terence McKenna and Brain Filters

Theories regarding how psychedelics interact with the brain are explored, including the idea that they dampen cognitive filters to allow a more basic mode of operation. The discussion references Terence McKenna’s views on spores as a form of biological communication. An anecdote is shared about the dangers of excessive water consumption, known as water poisoning, to illustrate that even natural substances can be harmful in extreme quantities.

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