Topic: David Paulides

David Paulides comes up in 19 chapters across 15 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from March 2014 to September 2026.

March 2014 September 2026

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The Best Of Gordon White On THC: Remembering The Dark Prince of Chaos Magic
• 4:01:25 - 4:06:09

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

Missing 411, National Parks, and Predator Spirits

David Paulides’ "Missing 411" data is analyzed as a modern parallel to historical fairy abductions, suggesting that humans in national parks may be "preyed upon" by non-human spirits. The discussion posits that frequenting wilderness areas without spiritual permission has trained certain entities to abduct humans, similar to seagulls learning to steal chips. While some UFO abductions are attributed to Cold War MKUltra projects, Paulides’ data is viewed as a cleaner set for studying genuine interdimensional interference.

Seriah Azkath | The Paranormal Subculture, High Strangeness, & Magical Practice
• 4:20 - 9:57

Seriah Azkath | The Paranormal Subculture, High Strangeness, & Magical Practice

David Paulides, Missing 411 Case Credibility Issues

The discussion turns to David Paulides and his Missing 411 research regarding mysterious disappearances in national parks. Soraya reveals a falling out with Paulides over plagiarism accusations made against researcher Steph Young. Further criticism is directed at Paulides for allegedly omitting data from cases that were later solved and shifting his focus toward UFOs primarily for financial gain at conferences.

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Seriah Azkath | The Paranormal Subculture, High Strangeness, & Magical Practice
• 1:12:49 - 1:17:54

Seriah Azkath | The Paranormal Subculture, High Strangeness, & Magical Practice

Missing 411 Skepticism, Cattle Mutilation Patterns

Greg continues his critique of David Paulides, noting the researcher's recent shift toward partisan political social media content. He also teases upcoming content regarding new pattern recognition data in cattle mutilation cases. The segment touches on the difficulty of finding high-level magical scholars like Stephen Skinner who are willing to engage without falling into boilerplate social commentary.

Jay Weidner | The Cross Of Hendaye, Plasma Portals, & The Season of Catastrophe
• 25:06 - 29:12

Jay Weidner | The Cross Of Hendaye, Plasma Portals, & The Season of Catastrophe

Portals, Granite Conductivity, and Missing 411 Disappearances

The high quartz content in granite makes structures like cathedrals and pyramids electromagnetic hotspots. Weidner suggests that natural rock formations, such as those in Arches National Park, can concentrate plasma to create accidental portals. He links these phenomena to David Paulides' "Missing 411" research, sharing an anecdote about a child who disappeared through a rock arch and was found years later on a distant mountaintop.

Jay Weidner | The Cross Of Hendaye, Plasma Portals, & The Season of Catastrophe
• 1:13:45 - 1:15:26

Jay Weidner | The Cross Of Hendaye, Plasma Portals, & The Season of Catastrophe

Missing 411 and Plasma Portals in the Landscape

The host revisits the connection between Jay Weidner's plasma theories and David Paulides' Missing 411 research. He notes that witnesses in disappearance cases often report strange sounds or static electricity, which aligns with the idea of plasma-induced portals. Carlwood mentions that these events frequently occur near large boulders or specific geological formations, suggesting a physical mechanism for the disappearances.

Schwab | The Dirigible Deception, California Island, & The Electromagnetic Ecology
• 50:49 - 56:20

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

Stone circles as portals and probability field warpers

Megalithic stone circles are theorized to be technologies that warp the "field of probability," allowing electrodynamic entities like the Fae or plasmoids to manifest. The guest links these sites to David Paulides' research on disappearances near stone formations and water. By creating a "rarefied field of probability," these structures act as organized settings for communicating with non-human intelligences or perceiving alternate dimensions.

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Trey Hudson | The Meadow Project: Cryptid Humanoid Stalkers, Portal Boxes, & Monkey Bears
• 13:37 - 19:36

Trey Hudson | The Meadow Project: Cryptid Humanoid Stalkers, Portal Boxes, & Monkey Bears

Missing 411 Connection and Disorientation Incident in The Meadow

During a January 2020 scouting mission, Trey Hudson experienced a profound spatial disorientation event similar to cases documented by David Paulides in the Missing 411 series. Despite being an experienced woodsman, Hudson believed he had crossed a creek into a new field, only to be told by his partner that he was standing in the original meadow. The event coincided with a radiation spike of 0.33 micro-sieverts per hour, significantly above the local baseline.

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Phoenix Aurelius | Personal Mastery, The Unseen Realms, & Fungi
• 11:05 - 13:21

Phoenix Aurelius | Personal Mastery, The Unseen Realms, & Fungi

Interdimensional Entities, Missing 411 and Alchemy Retreats

The discussion shifts to the presence of interdimensional entities in the United States, drawing parallels between Amazonian spirits and the Missing 411 phenomena documented by David Paulides. While magic and mysticism are more overt in Peru, similar energies are present in American national parks like Yosemite. Phoenix Aurelius mentions his attempts to organize alchemy retreats in the Amazon, noting the difficulty Westerners face in finding time for immersive 14-day studies.

David Paulides | Missing 411: The Hunted & Other Mysterious Disappearances
• 1:29 - 4:39

David Paulides | Missing 411: The Hunted & Other Mysterious Disappearances

David Paulides and the Can-Am Missing Project

David Paulides returns to the program to discuss his extensive research into mysterious disappearances in the wilderness, documented through the Missing 411 book series and films. Paulides, a former law enforcement officer and director of the Can-Am Missing Project, has chronicled over 1,200 cases across 59 clusters. The discussion highlights the strange profile points of these cases and the adversarial relationship between Paulides and the National Park Service regarding missing person records.

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Peter Jenx | The Thai Occult, Spirits, Leklai, & The Ajarns
• 19:17 - 23:06

Peter Jenx | The Thai Occult, Spirits, Leklai, & The Ajarns

Resurrecting Land Spirit Placation in the West

The discussion explores the Western loss of connection to the land, contrasting it with Thai practices that explain mysterious disappearances in nature as the work of unplacated spirits. Janks expresses a desire to document the construction and blessing of a spirit house to help Westerners resurrect these lost skills. He suggests that reintegrating these ancient systems could improve the modern relationship with the natural world.

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Mary Joyce | Secret Bases, Little People, & Skyships Over Cashiers
• 21:41 - 23:41

Mary Joyce | Secret Bases, Little People, & Skyships Over Cashiers

The Dominators, Alien Predators and Human Disappearances

A witness in eastern Tennessee claims that a race of "little people" on his land warned him about predatory ETs called "The Dominators." These beings, described as a cross between reptilians and dinosaurs, allegedly view Earth as a "farm" and consume humans, particularly children. This theory is proposed as a potential explanation for the high number of unexplained disappearances in national parks documented by David Paulides.

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Joshua Cutchin | The Food and Drink Offerings Of Aliens, Faeries, and Sasquatch
• 51:39 - 54:01

Joshua Cutchin | The Food and Drink Offerings Of Aliens, Faeries, and Sasquatch

David Paulides, Missing 411 and the Trickster Archetype

David Paulides' "Missing 411" research into mysterious disappearances in national parks often features victims found near berry bushes, a potential link to the food-offering motif. Joshua Cutchin also discusses the "trickster" archetype in modern media, citing the film Deadpool as a rare example of a true trickster protagonist. These themes of disappearance and deception connect ancient folklore to modern investigative research and pop culture.

Nita Hiltner | Giant Skeletons, Modern Pterosaurs, & Missing People Mysteries
• 1:56 - 4:03

Nita Hiltner | Giant Skeletons, Modern Pterosaurs, & Missing People Mysteries

Podcast Milestones and a Surprise Marriage Proposal

The host announces several show milestones, including award nominations and a feature on the television show Portlandia. A unique personal message is delivered as Hannah asks Corey Cook to marry her, breaking tradition with a female-led proposal. The segment transitions into an overview of the upcoming interview covering ancient giants, cryptids, and national park disappearances.

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Nita Hiltner | Giant Skeletons, Modern Pterosaurs, & Missing People Mysteries
• 56:56 - 1:00:51

Nita Hiltner | Giant Skeletons, Modern Pterosaurs, & Missing People Mysteries

National Park Disappearances and Life Advice for Listeners

The host recaps topics from the "Plus" version of the show, including David Paulides' research into national park disappearances and rumors of a secret Mars colony. He addresses listener emails seeking life advice, encouraging people to take responsibility for their own decisions rather than looking to podcast hosts. The segment emphasizes the importance of taking action and "moving the needle" in one's personal life.

Olav Phillips | UFOs, Geoengineering, Depopulation, & Secret Space Programs
• 51:02 - 52:45

Olav Phillips | UFOs, Geoengineering, Depopulation, & Secret Space Programs

Missing 411, David Paulides, and Batch Consignments

Phillips discusses the correlation between clusters of mysterious disappearances documented by David Paulides and the locations of known underground bases. He references his article for Paranoia Magazine regarding "batch consignments," suggesting that missing persons might be taken for testing or labor. He notes that even when people are found, they often have no memory of the intervening time.

Host Greg Carlwood introduces David Paulides and his Missing 411 research series, which documents thousands of unexplained disappearances in national parks and remote areas. The discussion contrasts these cases with typical conspiracy theories by highlighting the abundance of victims and evidence despite a lack of logical explanations. Paulides' background in law enforcement and his four-volume book series serve as the foundation for exploring these global phenomena.

David Paulides | Missing 411: The National Parks Conspiracy, & Bizarre Disappearances Within Them
• 1:06:37 - 1:09:10

David Paulides | Missing 411: The National Parks Conspiracy, & Bizarre Disappearances Within Them

CanAm Missing Project, Website and Future Plans

David Paulides concludes the interview by directing listeners to his website, canammissing.com, where all four Missing 411 books are available. He emphasizes that the project relies on book sales to continue its research into current and historical disappearance cases. Host Greg Carlwood praises the depth of Paulides' work and its unique position in the realm of fringe topics.

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• 2:48:36 - 2:54:50

The 100th Episode Special

Olaf Phillips, Batch Consignments and Missing Persons

Olaf Phillips explores the concept of "batch consignments," where groups of people are harvested as a controlled labor force for off-world or underground facilities. He notes a correlation between David Paulides' "Missing 411" disappearance clusters in national parks and maps of suspected underground rail networks. Phillips also critiques the Denver Airport conspiracy, suggesting it is too high-profile to be a primary elite bunker, pointing instead to facilities like NORAD and the Svalbard Global Seed Vault.