Topic: Gary Lachman

Modern occultism has shifted toward "Chaos Magic," a pragmatic approach that prioritizes results over tradition, similar to the American philosophy of pragmatism championed by William James. Author Gary Lachman describes this as "fast-food occultism" or "immediate-ism," where practitioners seek instant gratification and power. This historical shift from Neoplatonism to pragmatic magic is identified as a hallmark of the 21st-century esoteric landscape.

The conversation shifts to whether synchronicities are natural occurrences or induced through human intervention. Bell references Gary Lachman's definition of magic as "induced synchronicity," suggesting that some events, like those surrounding 9-11, may be engineered by occult or intelligence groups. They explore the "Twilight Language" concept, where intelligence agencies might use dream-like states similar to MKUltra to manipulate reality.

Greg Carlwood reflects on a personal "sync" involving a Polish salt mine article and provides updates on the Higherside Meetups calendar for August and September. Events are scheduled for New Hampshire, Connecticut, and San Antonio, Texas. The show concludes with a summary of the Plus member benefits and a musical tribute to Analog's research into anomalous America and lost giants.

Host Greg Carlwood introduces returning guest Gary Lachman to discuss his latest biography, Maurice Nicoll: Forgotten Teacher of the Fourth Way. Lachman has previously appeared on the program to discuss Rudolf Steiner, Holy Russia, and precognitive dreams. The conversation focuses on Nicoll as an underreported figure who bridged the worlds of depth psychology and Western esotericism.

Gary Lachman shares his current projects, including a series of maps detailing the lives of Aleister Crowley and H.P. Lovecraft. He is also scheduled to give a talk for the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles regarding Maurice Nicoll. The interview concludes with a discussion on the necessity of creative production for maintaining sanity.

Gordon White discusses his "cutting room floor" picks, including Dr. Rupert Sheldrake and Lynn McTaggart, whom he considers "too fancy" for a list of paranormal "freaks" but essential for scientific validation. He also mentions Gary Lachman’s biographies and Diana Walsh Pasulka’s work on St. Teresa of Avila as important biographical approaches to the paranormal. They briefly touch on Dolores Cannon’s "Between Death and Life" as a notable "New Age" entry.

Author and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Gary Lachman returns to discuss his latest book, Dreaming Ahead of Time. The conversation establishes the mystery of the dream state as a nightly reminder of deeper life mysteries beyond mundane routines. Lachman's extensive background in Western esoteric traditions and biographies of figures like Aleister Crowley and Carl Jung provides the framework for exploring precognition and synchronicity.

Gary Lachman concludes the interview by providing availability details for his new book, Dreaming Ahead of Time, published by Florist Books. He mentions his website and social media presence as resources for listeners interested in his work on esoteric culture and consciousness. The host expresses his gratitude for Lachman's deep research and impressive recall of historical intellectual figures.

Greg Carlwood reflects on his history of interviews with Sylvie Ivanova and the unique nature of her research into non-English speaking sources. He compares the disclosures regarding Alexander Paramonov to previous discussions on Russian destiny and the potential for a spiritual "great reset" that challenges the dominant globalist agenda.

Greg Carlwood discusses recent censorship issues on YouTube, including the removal of an episode featuring Nassim Haramein and restrictions on a Gary Lachman interview. He expresses frustration with "middleman" platforms and encourages his 70,000 subscribers to transition to legitimate podcast apps. The host acknowledges the difficulty of managing a growing audience and the inevitable increase in negative feedback.

Greg Carlwood introduces guest Gary Lachman, a founding member of the band Blondie and a prolific author of over 20 books on esoteric subjects. Lachman's work includes biographies of figures like Aleister Crowley, Rudolf Steiner, and Madame Blavatsky, as well as explorations of the evolution of consciousness. The discussion focuses on his latest book, The Return of Holy Russia, which examines the spiritual and mystical history of Russia and its influence on the nation's identity.