Topic: Discernment

Discernment comes up in 19 chapters across 17 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from September 2013 to September 2026.

September 2013 September 2026

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Kurt Metzger | Roasting The Critics, Monarch Ritual Trauma, & The Noahide Techno-state
• 59:51 - 1:03:15

Kurt Metzger | Roasting The Critics, Monarch Ritual Trauma, & The Noahide Techno-state

Podcasting Ethics, Personal Responsibility, and Advertisers

Greg Carlwood defends the role of podcasters against critics who demand they be more combative with guests like Peter Thiel. He argues that long-form interviews provide valuable data for listener discernment. However, he acknowledges valid criticisms regarding podcast advertisers, noting that many products are owned by massive conglomerates like BlackRock or Rockefeller-funded entities.

Dr. Joanna Kujawa | The Alien Goddess, Spiritual Machines, & Baba Yaga
• 1:06:35 - 1:10:51

Dr. Joanna Kujawa | The Alien Goddess, Spiritual Machines, & Baba Yaga

AI Sovereignty, Ascension as an Inside Job and Sign-off

In her closing remarks, Kujawa emphasizes that while AI is unavoidable, individuals must maintain "sovereignty and discernment." She rejects the idea of AI as a savior, stating that "ascension is an inner job" and humans remain the "hot stuff" of the universe. She provides her website and social media information, noting that her book Alien Goddess is available on Amazon, before Greg Carlwood concludes the interview.

Maja D’Aoust | Familiar Spirits, Spiritual Labor, & The Conscious Cosmos
• 49:46 - 55:58

Maja D’Aoust | Familiar Spirits, Spiritual Labor, & The Conscious Cosmos

Spiritual Discernment and Preventing Feral Familiars

Maja D'Aoust warns about the dangers of losing control over spiritual relationships, which she calls a "mutiny." She emphasizes the need for individual autonomy and discernment, citing the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac as a test of human choice against spiritual directives. She also warns that without discernment, people are vulnerable to external influences, including potential "voice-to-skull" technologies developed by agencies like DARPA.

Dolan AKA Inversionism | Ancestral Wisdom, Big Pharma Harm, & The Backwards Info On Everything
• 50:35 - 53:29

Dolan AKA Inversionism | Ancestral Wisdom, Big Pharma Harm, & The Backwards Info On Everything

Dr. Aman Hillman and Provocative Perspectives

Greg Carlwood reflects on the backlash received after interviewing Dr. Aman Hillman regarding his controversial interpretations of ancient Greek medical texts. Dolan and Carlwood discuss the importance of hearing provocative perspectives without being "triggered," even when the claims involve sensitive topics like religion or recreational drug use in antiquity. They emphasize the need for discernment and the ability to entertain thoughts without fully believing them.

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Jasun Horsley | Organized Malevolence, Big Mother, & The Counterfeit Dreams of Hollywood
• 58:54 - 1:04:38

Jasun Horsley | Organized Malevolence, Big Mother, & The Counterfeit Dreams of Hollywood

Discernment of Spirits, Post-Modernism, and Objective Reality

Jason Horsley critiques Diana Pasulka’s American Cosmic for conflating extraterrestrials with angels without accounting for demonic trickery. He argues that the lack of discernment between paranormal and spiritual experiences leads to "woke" post-modernism and transhumanism. The segment concludes with Horsley asserting that objective reality exists as an eternal principle of goodness, regardless of the cultural labels applied to it.

Tom Kenyon | Song Of The New Earth, Hathor Sound Codes, & Psychoacoustic Portal Tech
• 16:52 - 20:56

Tom Kenyon | Song Of The New Earth, Hathor Sound Codes, & Psychoacoustic Portal Tech

Imaginal Box Technique for Processing Channeled Information

The "imaginal box" is introduced as a mental tool for processing information that may seem illogical or violating to one's current value system. This technique allows individuals to hold complex or strange channeled material without immediately accepting or rejecting it, facilitating a more open exploration of non-physical dimensions. The discussion emphasizes using personal logic and integrity when navigating messages from the Hathors or other spiritual sources.

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Bob Frissell | The Ascension Superwave, Cabal Capture, & The Cosmic Play
• 31:26 - 34:20

Bob Frissell | The Ascension Superwave, Cabal Capture, & The Cosmic Play

COVID-19 Vaccines, 5G and the Elite's Role as Opposing Force

A tangent explores the theory that the COVID-19 era and 5G technology serve as tests of individual discernment within the "soul school" framework. It is suggested that the global elite act as an opposing force to reward those who rise above fear and trust their own truth. Those who succumb to fear-based obedience are viewed as failing to learn the necessary lessons for ascension, requiring further karmic cycles.

Jason Quitt | Entity Interaction Dynamics, Astral Genesis, & Stonegate Portals
• 15:00 - 18:11

Jason Quitt | Entity Interaction Dynamics, Astral Genesis, & Stonegate Portals

Discernment in Spiritual Contact, Positive vs Negative Beings

Jason Quitt emphasizes the necessity of discernment when interacting with non-human intelligences, noting that entities can masquerade as benevolent beings to manipulate humans. He shares how his experiences forced him to seek guidance from shamans and holistic healers to avoid the pitfalls of modern psychiatry. The segment warns that some spiritual contacts can lead to life-ruining decisions if the individual cannot distinguish between helpful guidance and deceptive tricksters.

Elana Freeland | Geoengineered Transhumanism, Humanity 2.0, & The Esoteric Agenda
• 32:05 - 36:09

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

Graphene Oxide and the Erosion of Personal Discernment

The conversation addresses the presence of graphene oxide in medical injections and the role of the media in usurping individual discernment. Freeland reflects on the history of the CIA and the military-industrial complex since the 1960s, arguing that the current societal split is a result of long-term divide-and-conquer tactics. She suggests that regaining discernment requires a complete separation from modern communication technologies.

Craig Campobasso | The ET Almanac, Subterranean Cites, & 82 Alien Races
• 13:09 - 16:51

Craig Campobasso | The ET Almanac, Subterranean Cites, & 82 Alien Races

Discernment Methodology, Travis Walton and Telepathic Hypnosis

The discussion addresses the difficulty of discerning truth from fiction in UFO research given potential intelligence agency interference and personal deceptions. Craig Campobasso references the Travis Walton case as a rare example of a human successfully resisting alien telepathic hypnosis. He emphasizes the importance of gut instinct and spiritual centering when evaluating contactee accounts.

Dr. Rick Strassman | DMT Beings, Prophetic State Contact, & Theoneurology
• 39:32 - 43:27

Dr. Rick Strassman | DMT Beings, Prophetic State Contact, & Theoneurology

Vetting Entities and the Problem of False Prophecy

Criteria for distinguishing between true and false prophecy include the character of the individual and the nature of the message received. Dr. Strassman cites the Book of Joshua as an example of fearlessly vetting a spiritual being by asking for its allegiance. He warns that performing miracles or having profound drug experiences does not automatically grant prophetic status; the message must align with ethical principles like the Golden Rule.

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Dr. Rick Strassman | DMT Beings, Prophetic State Contact, & Theoneurology
• 43:28 - 47:42

Dr. Rick Strassman | DMT Beings, Prophetic State Contact, & Theoneurology

Techniques for Interacting with Beneficent and Malevolent Beings

Distinguishing between beneficent and malevolent entities in altered states requires active engagement and questioning. Dr. Strassman suggests that users can learn from biblical figures who argued with, praised, or asked for explanations from the beings they encountered. While some suggest avoiding entities with traditionally "scary" features like horns, the primary focus should be on the quality of the interaction and the information exchanged.

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Alan Stivelman | Witness Of Another World, Contact, & The Inner Earth
• 36:04 - 38:51

Alan Stivelman | Witness Of Another World, Contact, & The Inner Earth

Spiritual Protocols and Protection Against Entities

Shaman Sylvia warns that the UFO phenomenon has both good and dark sides and that witnesses should not be blinded by the light or worship the entities. The Guarani use ancestral chants as a protocol to force entities to identify themselves and to protect the witness from manipulation. Stivelman notes that Western culture has lost these traditional protocols for interacting with the supernatural realm, leading to "Jesus complexes" or messianic archetypes among contactees.

Chris Knowles | A Synchromystic State Of The Union, The Great Seal, Lyra & The Space Altar
• 1:13:10 - 1:17:16

Chris Knowles | A Synchromystic State Of The Union, The Great Seal, Lyra & The Space Altar

Advice for Navigating Synchronicity and Testing Spirits

Knowles offers advice on maintaining a sense of humor and perspective while investigating conspiracy theories. He emphasizes the importance of "testing the spirits" and attempting to disprove synchronicities before accepting them as fact. The discussion warns against letting these obsessions overwhelm one's daily life and mental well-being.

Neil Kramer & Niles Heckman | Transmutation, The Divine Mysteries & The Path Of The Mystic
• 38:09 - 40:21

Neil Kramer & Niles Heckman | Transmutation, The Divine Mysteries & The Path Of The Mystic

Deep State Infiltration, Fraternal Infrastructure

The infrastructure of fraternal and intelligence organizations is frequently co-opted by the "Empire" for nefarious purposes, a process claimed to have occurred for centuries. It is argued that while Freemasonry itself may not be inherently evil, its secretive structure provides perfect cover for "black hat" actors and deep state operations. Discernment is required to distinguish between the original intent of a structure and those who adopt it for "skullduggery."

Neil Kramer & Niles Heckman | Transmutation, The Divine Mysteries & The Path Of The Mystic
• 1:07:38 - 1:09:30

Neil Kramer & Niles Heckman | Transmutation, The Divine Mysteries & The Path Of The Mystic

Obscurity of True Wisdom, Social Media Metrics

True wisdom and excellence are often found in obscurity rather than among high-profile figures seeking large social media followings. The discussion warns against individuals who prioritize social networking numbers and product sales over actual internal development. Discernment is necessary to identify those who are truly doing excellent things in their lives versus those who are merely promoting a brand.

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Mark Passio | The Occult Cabal, Our Slave System, & Natural Law
• 52:51 - 56:18

Mark Passio | The Occult Cabal, Our Slave System, & Natural Law

The Necessity of Judgment and Discernment

Passio critiques the "judge not" philosophy, labeling it as "New Age BS" that allows evil to run amok. He argues that humans are required to exercise judgment and discernment to distinguish between rights and wrongdoings. He defines "judge not" as a warning against moral relativism—the "satanic" belief that humans can arbitrarily decide what is right and wrong based on personal preference.

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THC 72: Lenon Honor | The Syria Simulation, Media Manipulation Cycles, & Doing Something Different
• 23:25 - 26:02

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

Perception Management and the Information Age Paradox

Lennon Honor discusses how major events like the BP oil spill and the death of Osama Bin Laden are managed through perception rather than tangible evidence. He argues that in the information age, the absence of widespread, independent video footage of global events suggests they are propaganda-driven illusions. He urges listeners to use intellectual discernment and look for substantive proof from everyday people rather than curated mainstream clips.

THC 71: Neil Kramer | Rejecting the Empire & Seeking Truth
• 33:07 - 35:41

THC 71: Neil Kramer | Rejecting the Empire & Seeking Truth

Reality as a Contractual Agreement

Neil Kramer clarifies that the mind does not necessarily "create" reality but rather interfaces with it through a series of agreements or contracts. He argues that mainstream culture is a construct—someone else's idea of reality—that people sign into without reading the "small print." By withdrawing consent and practicing discipline, Kramer suggests individuals can reconfigure their perception to see reality as it truly is.

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