Topic: Gain Of Function

Gain Of Function comes up in 14 chapters across 12 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from November 2018 to April 2026.

November 2018 April 2026

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A. W. Finnegan | Sleeper Agent: Weaponized Ticks, Lyme Disease, Chronic Illness, & Biological Warfare
• 50:35 - 54:43

A. W. Finnegan | Sleeper Agent: Weaponized Ticks, Lyme Disease, Chronic Illness, & Biological Warfare

Lyme Disease Cover-up, Genetic Engineering, Animal Passaging

The government is accused of tracking Lyme disease for 25 years before officially acknowledging it in 1975 to obscure its biological warfare origins. Finnegan explains that "animal passaging" was the primary method for mutating pathogens before modern genetic engineering, allowing scientists to increase the neurotropic qualities of viruses. This method makes it easy for officials to claim a lab-created disease originated in nature.

Elana Freeland |  The Geoengineered Transhuman, Occult Tech, & The Scientific Effort To Transform Reality
• 30:42 - 34:18

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

Virus Theory Critique, Gain of Function and Pathogen Patenting

Referencing the work of Dr. Tom Cowan and Dr. Andrew Kaufman, Freeland challenges the traditional germ theory of viruses. She argues that what are called "viruses" are often synthetic pathogens created through gain-of-function research to allow for patenting and profit. This perspective suggests that the medical industry has used the concept of the virus for over a century to maintain control and sell pharmaceutical interventions.

Dean Henderson |  Royal Bloodline Wetiko, The Civilization Sin, & The Congo Conspiracy
• 1:07:14 - 1:12:24

Dean Henderson | Royal Bloodline Wetiko, The Civilization Sin, & The Congo Conspiracy

Terrain Theory, Germ Theory and Gain-of-Function Research

The discussion contrasts germ theory with terrain theory, suggesting that most pandemics are actually results of environmental poisoning rather than contagious viruses. The guest argues that gain-of-function research is a modern form of "apothecary" poisoning, with 5G deployment potentially serving as the true cause of recent health crises. This "war on biology" is framed as a Luciferian rejection of nature in favor of artificial, intellectual control.

John Hamer & Shannon Rowan | EMF Damage, Ancient Mysteries, & Royal Society Deceptions
• 1:13:13 - 1:17:36

John Hamer & Shannon Rowan | EMF Damage, Ancient Mysteries, & Royal Society Deceptions

Tribalism in Conspiracy Circles, Open-Mindedness, Virus Debate

Greg Carlwood reflects on the increasing tribalism within the alternative media community, specifically regarding the "no-virus" and Flat Earth debates. He expresses frustration with listeners who dismiss guests like Dr. Robert Malone because they use conventional terminology. Carlwood argues for maintaining an open mind and finding common ground rather than demanding total ideological purity from every guest.

Clyde Lewis | The Psyop Circus, Para-Geopolitics, & Signs Of The Times
• 4:20 - 6:54

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

Gain of Function Research and Public Reaction to Warnings

Clyde Lewis reflects on his 2018 prediction regarding gain-of-function research and the release of lab-made pathogens. He expresses frustration that despite decades of warnings from himself and other broadcasters like Art Bell and Alex Jones, the majority of the public remains susceptible to being "side-swiped" by orchestrated events. The conversation highlights the transition from theoretical warnings during the Obama administration to the current global reality.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | The Real Anthony Fauci, AIDS, COVID, & The Medical Industrial Complex
• 48:03 - 54:07

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | The Real Anthony Fauci, AIDS, COVID, & The Medical Industrial Complex

Gain-of-Function Research and Wuhan Lab Funding

Anthony Fauci allegedly bypassed a 2014 moratorium on gain-of-function research by outsourcing studies to the Wuhan Institute of Virology. The discussion details the "seamless ligation" technique developed by Ralph Baric, which allows for the engineering of viruses while hiding human tampering. Kennedy asserts that the COVID-19 virus was likely created through this NIAID-funded research involving Chinese military-affiliated scientists.

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Forrest Maready |  The Moth In The Iron Lung, Metallic Medicine, & Industrial Chemicals
• 1:01:24 - 1:04:40

Forrest Maready | The Moth In The Iron Lung, Metallic Medicine, & Industrial Chemicals

Future Projects, Gain of Function and Super Spreader Novel

Forrest Maready outlines his upcoming work, including a book on the history of "Gain of Function" research and a dystopian novel titled Super Spreader. He also mentions his previous documentary project, Fear Merchants, which examined the use of fear as a tool for social manipulation. Listeners are directed to his website and Twitter profile for daily updates and to purchase his self-published books.

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Elana Freeland | Geoengineered Transhumanism, Humanity 2.0, & The Esoteric Agenda
• 28:18 - 32:04

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

Electromagnetic Activation of Dormant Nanotechnology and Inorganic Life

Ilana Freeland discusses the potential for dormant nanotechnology and "inorganic life forms" to be implanted in humans, awaiting activation by 5G or 6G electromagnetic frequencies. She references doctors Tom Cowan and Dietrich Klinghart, who utilize Steiner's work to explain how vaccines might blot out spiritual thought. The author claims that pharmaceutical corporations are distributing different batches of serums to specific ethnic and age groups for experimental tracking.

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Carey Gillam | The Monsanto Papers, Glyphosate Damage, & Corrupted Science
• 1:04:04 - 1:06:11

Carey Gillam | The Monsanto Papers, Glyphosate Damage, & Corrupted Science

COVID-19 Origins, Gain-of-Function Research, CDC Corporate Ties

U.S. Right to Know has expanded its focus to investigate the origins of COVID-19, obtaining emails that discuss gain-of-function research and potential lab leaks. Their reporting has been credited with influencing the Biden administration's call for a deeper investigation into the pandemic's start. Additionally, the group has documented extensive ties between the CDC and major corporations like Coca-Cola, which influence public health policy on nutrition and obesity.

Alison McDowell | Graphene World Order, The Bio-Surveillance State & The Better Story
• 9:47 - 12:15

Alison McDowell | Graphene World Order, The Bio-Surveillance State & The Better Story

Viral Panopticon and the Barriers of Professional Virology

The discussion touches on the "Viral Panopticon" event featuring Dr. Tom Cowan and Dr. Andrew Kaufman, highlighting the case for terrain theory over germ theory. Carlwood expresses skepticism regarding the "lab leak" narrative now prevalent in mainstream news, while McDowell emphasizes how the high cost and certification requirements of electron microscopes prevent independent verification of viral claims.

Clint Richardson | Gain-Of-Function Research, Word Magic, & The Artificial Matrix
• 4:57 - 8:32

Clint Richardson | Gain-Of-Function Research, Word Magic, & The Artificial Matrix

Gain-of-Function Research, Dual Use, and Scientific Terminology

Clint Richardson explains the importance of using correct scientific terms like geoengineering and gain-of-function to find official documentation. He defines dual use as technology with both civilian and military applications and describes gain-of-function as the laboratory mutation of viruses to increase deadliness or contagiousness.

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Clint Richardson | Gain-Of-Function Research, Word Magic, & The Artificial Matrix
• 28:13 - 32:41

Clint Richardson | Gain-Of-Function Research, Word Magic, & The Artificial Matrix

RNA Vaccine Technology and Digital DNA Templates

The technical differences between conventional and RNA vaccines are examined, specifically how DNA templates can be synthesized from electronic sequences. Concerns are raised that publishing gain-of-function blueprints online allows any actor with a lab to recreate dangerous pathogens or vaccines.

Clint Richardson | Gain-Of-Function Research, Word Magic, & The Artificial Matrix
• 1:33:10 - 1:37:08

Clint Richardson | Gain-Of-Function Research, Word Magic, & The Artificial Matrix

Bill Maher and Bret Weinstein on Lab Leak Hypothesis

A clip from Bill Maher’s show featuring Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying explores the 90% probability that COVID-19 originated in a lab. They discuss how the lab leak theory was initially politicized and suppressed, despite the virus possessing unique traits like indoor-specific transmission.

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Clyde Lewis | The Sunspot Conspiracy, Secret Agendas, & The Elite
• 48:05 - 52:14

Clyde Lewis | The Sunspot Conspiracy, Secret Agendas, & The Elite

Rare Disease Outbreaks and Government Biological Testing

The conversation shifts to the outbreak of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), a rare polio-like disease affecting children across multiple states. Lewis suggests this may be a "gain-of-function" exercise or a trial run for biological warfare, similar to 1950s government experiments in San Francisco. He shares personal history regarding his family's exposure to nuclear fallout in Utah, which he believes contributed to his own battles with cancer.