Topic: Covid Lockdown

Covid Lockdown comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from October 2021 to April 2026.

October 2021 April 2026

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David Icke | The Road Map: Alt Media Agents, The American Technate, & The Reptilians
• 14:46 - 17:29

David Icke | The Road Map: Alt Media Agents, The American Technate, & The Reptilians

Global Secret Societies, Calculated Chaos, COVID-19 Dry Run

David Icke describes the current state of world chaos as a result of cold calculation by an interlocking network of secret societies rather than random events. He characterizes the COVID-19 pandemic period as a "dry run" designed to test public acquiescence to government mandates. The ultimate goal is identified as a transition from direct authority to a system where circumstances, such as energy limits, dictate human behavior.

Hakeem Anwar | Digital Freedom, The Above Phone, & Taking Back Our Tech
• 1:06:47 - 1:10:41

Hakeem Anwar | Digital Freedom, The Above Phone, & Taking Back Our Tech

Reclaiming Digital Ground, Flip Phones and Social Trends

Greg Carlwood reflects on the difficulty of switching to "dumb phones" due to the need for high-quality cameras and social photo sharing. He observes a growing counter-reaction to digital capture, where "digital hipsters" and those affected by COVID lockdowns are intentionally seeking real-world experiences over screen time. He emphasizes that Hakeem Anwar's digital ID report is a vital resource for those looking to understand the current technocratic landscape.

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Ryan Cristian | Trump 2.0 Election Aftermath, Statism, & Smart Dust
• 3:52 - 7:36

Ryan Cristian | Trump 2.0 Election Aftermath, Statism, & Smart Dust

Donald Trump, COVID-19 Pacification and Operation Warp Speed

The discussion examines the theory that Donald Trump’s presence in power during COVID-19 served to pacify the demographic most likely to resist medical mandates. Ryan Christian argues that Trump’s administration initiated the lockdowns, the Defense Production Act, and Operation Warp Speed, which might have faced more street-level opposition under a Democratic administration. The conversation links these actions to the broader framework of The Great Reset.

Mike Cobb | Freedom Living In Central America, ECI Development, & The Best Expat Options
• 23:38 - 25:12

Mike Cobb | Freedom Living In Central America, ECI Development, & The Best Expat Options

Panama Economic Stability and COVID-19 Policy

Panama is identified as the most economically stable country in the region, largely due to the consistent revenue generated by the Panama Canal. Despite its financial strength and status as a logistics hub for companies like Dell and Caterpillar, Cobb notes that Panama implemented some of the most draconian COVID-19 lockdowns in the world. This creates a trade-off between economic security and personal freedom for potential residents.

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John Bush | Live Free Academy, The Techno-Fascism Era, & Sovereign Life Design
• 4:56 - 7:59

John Bush | Live Free Academy, The Techno-Fascism Era, & Sovereign Life Design

Sovereign Mindset and Post-COVID Activation

John Bush discusses the concept of a sovereign mindset and how the COVID-19 pandemic served as a catalyst for public awakening. He notes that the Freedom Cell Network grew from 1,000 to 34,000 members following the implementation of lockdowns and increased surveillance. The conversation emphasizes choosing a proactive mindset over a victim mentality to facilitate the transformation of society toward decentralized systems.

Mike Colomb | The Forgotten Power Of Private Membership Associations
• 1:06:18 - 1:08:42

Mike Colomb | The Forgotten Power Of Private Membership Associations

Greg Carlwood's Post-Interview Reflections on Legal Loopholes

In his solo wrap-up, Greg Carlwood admits his initial skepticism toward "legal loophole" or "sovereign citizen" topics, which he often finds impractical. However, he notes that Mike Collum's real-world experience with PMAs during the COVID-19 lockdowns makes the concept more credible. Carlwood observes that many businesses operated informally as private clubs during the pandemic to survive.

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Tony Merkel | The Confessionals: Cryptids, Portals, & The Paranormal
• 21:53 - 22:46

Tony Merkel | The Confessionals: Cryptids, Portals, & The Paranormal

Scrying and Capturing Images in Tea Cups

Tony Merkel shares a brief anecdote about a guest who began scrying with tea and coffee during the COVID-19 lockdowns. The individual reportedly captured vivid images of entities resembling "grays" in the liquid. This aside highlights how boredom and isolation led some people to experiment with ancient divination techniques.

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Elana Freeland | Geoengineered Transhumanism, Humanity 2.0, & The Esoteric Agenda
• 4:35 - 8:06

Elana Freeland | Geoengineered Transhumanism, Humanity 2.0, & The Esoteric Agenda

Book Production Delays and Independent Publishing via IngramSpark

Ilana Freeland explains that her 688-page book was delayed by two and a half years due to the influx of breaking news during the COVID-19 lockdowns. She decided to leave her previous publisher, Feral House, to publish independently through IngramSpark. The author describes the project as a handbook for understanding how technology has moved into the human body and brain.

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Jim Lee | Weather Weapons, Ecological Warfare, & The Climate Changers
• 1:06:44 - 1:09:23

Jim Lee | Weather Weapons, Ecological Warfare, & The Climate Changers

Climate Change Lockdowns, Gordon White and Future Agendas

Greg Carlwood reflects on the interview, suggesting that the infrastructure built for COVID-19 lockdowns will eventually be repurposed for climate change restrictions. He references previous discussions with Gordon White regarding the "road ahead" and the difficulty of challenging the climate change narrative. The segment emphasizes the need to get ahead of the "next big lie" by understanding weather manipulation technology.

Jordan Schachtel | Power Grab Policy, The Control Virus, & The Dark Winter Approaching
• 3:06 - 7:31

Jordan Schachtel | Power Grab Policy, The Control Virus, & The Dark Winter Approaching

COVID-19 Media Narratives and Institutional Distrust

Jordan Schachtel discusses his background in international affairs and his early observations of the COVID-19 outbreak in Wuhan, China. He notes that initial government responses, such as locking down healthy populations and spraying streets with disinfectant, deviated from established pandemic playbooks from the CDC and WHO. The discussion highlights a growing distrust in American institutions and the emergence of a counter-narrative movement against government-enforced restrictions.