Topic: Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking comes up in 13 chapters across 12 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from September 2013 to May 2025.

September 2013 May 2025

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Gary Fraughen | Occult Control, Constructed Culture, & Hidden Codes Of The Power Pyramid
• 43:44 - 47:01

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

Parenting Strategies and Protecting Children from Indoctrination

Greg Carlwood and Gary Fraun discuss the challenges of raising children in a controlled system without making them social outcasts. Fraun, who is a godfather to over 20 children, suggests introducing critical concepts about banking and language around age 11. The goal is described as teaching children how to think rather than what to think, providing them with a "suit of armor" against future state indoctrination.

Elana Freeland |  The Geoengineered Transhuman, Occult Tech, & The Scientific Effort To Transform Reality
• 11:33 - 14:06

Elana Freeland | The Geoengineered Transhuman, Occult Tech, & The Scientific Effort To Transform Reality

Nanotechnology, Smart Dust and the Dumbing Down of America

Nanotechnology and "smart dust" are identified as covert tools used by the military since the 1970s to manipulate environments and populations without detection. Freeland critiques the American education system for "dumbing down" the population and removing the capacity for abstract conceptual thinking. This lack of critical thought reportedly prevents the public from verifying the presence of invisible technological threats in their daily lives.

Alex Tsakiris | A.I. Bias, Conspiracy Inquiry, & Emergent Truth
• 1:05:28 - 1:10:20

Alex Tsakiris | A.I. Bias, Conspiracy Inquiry, & Emergent Truth

Screen-Induced Autism, Parenting and Cult Protection

The discussion shifts to the impact of technology on younger generations, mentioning "screen-induced autism" and the loss of critical thinking skills. Both hosts reflect on how their work in alternative media helps them protect their children from modern "cults," whether religious or state-sponsored. Tsakiris expresses a belief in a divine connection and a "standing ovation" for all souls at the end of life, regardless of their earthly actions.

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Kerry McDonald | The Unschooling Movement & The Many Pitfalls Of Conventional Education
• 56:20 - 1:00:19

Kerry McDonald | The Unschooling Movement & The Many Pitfalls Of Conventional Education

George Carlin, Education Critique and The Big Club

A classic audio clip of comedian George Carlin is played, where he critiques the American education system as a tool for the "real owners" of the country. Carlin argues that the elite do not want a population capable of critical thinking, but rather "obedient workers" who are just smart enough to run machines. He characterizes the political and economic system as a "big club" that the average citizen is excluded from.

Kerry McDonald | The Unschooling Movement & The Many Pitfalls Of Conventional Education
• 1:07:01 - 1:11:43

Kerry McDonald | The Unschooling Movement & The Many Pitfalls Of Conventional Education

Outro Music, Final Sign-off and The Higher Side

The episode concludes with a thematic song about the "vast conspiracy" and the need for mental liberation. The host gives a final declarative sign-off challenging state curriculum crafters and public educators. The music fades out with lyrics emphasizing that the "battle has begun" within the human mind.

Clyde Lewis | The Psyop Circus, Para-Geopolitics, & Signs Of The Times
• 34:55 - 37:46

Clyde Lewis | The Psyop Circus, Para-Geopolitics, & Signs Of The Times

Geopolitical Pivot to China and the Great Reset

Clyde Lewis warns that while the public is focused on Russia, China is expanding its influence in Taiwan and the Middle East. He predicts a massive geopolitical shift that will eventually yield the "Great Reset," a reality he claims is being dismissed as a conspiracy theory despite being obvious. The segment emphasizes the need for critical thinking to avoid being pulled into the "vortex of groupthink" promoted by the media and leaders like Zelensky.

Dr. Raymond Moody | Near Death Experience, Nonsense Logic, & Storming The Afterlife
• 7:33 - 10:53

Dr. Raymond Moody | Near Death Experience, Nonsense Logic, & Storming The Afterlife

Critical Thinking Decline and the Pursuit of Knowledge

Dr. Moody expresses concern over the gradual erosion of critical thinking skills in modern society over the past few decades. He argues that people often seek out information to support existing beliefs rather than subjecting ideas to rigorous logical processes. Drawing from his experience as a professor of logic, he posits that the pursuit of knowledge is more satisfying than the pursuit of fame or power.

Charlotte Iserbyt | The Education Conspiracy, Dumbing Down America, & The Order
• 26:25 - 29:06

Charlotte Iserbyt | The Education Conspiracy, Dumbing Down America, & The Order

Back to Basics Reform and the Eagle Forum Boycott

Iserbyt discusses her 1985 book, Back to Basics Reform, which warned of a one-world socialist government agenda. She claims the book was boycotted by conservative groups, including Phyllis Schlafly's Eagle Forum, because it criticized policies occurring under the Reagan administration. The segment also explores how Vladimir Lenin's definition of "critical thinking" has been integrated into modern pedagogy.

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Lon Strickler | The Chicago Owlman Sightings, Recent Abductions, & Other Strange Encounters
• 1:05:53 - 1:08:16

Lon Strickler | The Chicago Owlman Sightings, Recent Abductions, & Other Strange Encounters

Navigating Guest Biases and Intellectual Openness

The host discusses the importance of looking past the personal biases or unrelated beliefs of guests to extract valuable research. He argues that listeners should not dismiss a person's entire body of work due to a single controversial opinion on topics like vaccines or the moon landing. This "forest for the trees" approach is presented as a necessary tool for navigating complex information.

Dr. Joseph P. Farrell | Common Core & The Cabal
• 30:50 - 32:56

Dr. Joseph P. Farrell | Common Core & The Cabal

ADHD Overdiagnosis, Pharmaceutical Zombies and Essay Exams

The discussion turns to the pharmaceutical aspect of the educational system, specifically the overdiagnosis of ADHD in young boys. Farrell argues that drugging students turns them into "zombies" who are unable to engage in critical reasoning. He contrasts this with the use of essay exams, which he utilized as a professor to ensure students were genuinely analyzing data rather than just guessing pre-selected answers.

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Jay Dyer | Cinema Symbolism, Hollywood Psy-Ops, & Predictive Programming
• 1:01:11 - 1:04:27

Jay Dyer | Cinema Symbolism, Hollywood Psy-Ops, & Predictive Programming

Critique of the Alternative Media and Conspiracy Circus

Dyer offers a critical assessment of the alternative media landscape, describing it as a "circus" that often mirrors mainstream media tropes. He cites the repetition of unverified stories about ISIS crossing the Mexican border as an example of bullshit within the community. He encourages listeners to use rigorous critical thinking and independent research to avoid being duped by disinformation.

Crow posits that belief is the primary obstacle to knowing, as choosing to believe a claim often stops the process of critical thinking and verification. He clarifies that once a fact is truly known, it requires no defense, unlike beliefs which are often entered into without vetting. The segment references a previous interview with Eric Dubay to illustrate how rigid adherence to specific models can alienate researchers from one another.

THC 72: Lenon Honor | The Syria Simulation, Media Manipulation Cycles, & Doing Something Different
• 54:11 - 58:00

THC 72: Lenon Honor | The Syria Simulation, Media Manipulation Cycles, & Doing Something Different

Critical Thinking in Child Rearing and Resisting Social Pressure

The discussion moves to the challenges of raising children outside of societal norms, specifically regarding vaccination, circumcision, and public schooling. Lennon Honor shares his personal experience with home birthing five children and refusing vaccinations, describing these choices as acts of courage against a system that demands conformity. He labels circumcision as a form of sexual abuse and trauma that is passed down through generations without critical thought.