Topic: Indiana

Indiana comes up in 18 chapters across 15 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from November 2012 to May 2025.

November 2012 May 2025

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Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures
• 1:10:31 - 1:15:15

Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures

Meetup Calendar, New Music and Show Outro

The show concludes with a list of upcoming listener meetups in Indiana, Minnesota, Los Angeles, and Massachusetts. Greg Carlwood explains his shift back to writing original music for the show to avoid YouTube copyright strikes. He debuts a new song themed around the idea that there is always an "exception to the rule" in conspiratorial logic.

Dan Luzadder | The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA, and the Corruption of American Journalism
• 1:01:22 - 1:03:02

Dan Luzadder | The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA, and the Corruption of American Journalism

Cold Case Investigations and Police Corruption in Indiana

A new 10-part documentary project is currently in development focusing on a series of unsolved cold case crimes from the late 1970s in Speedway, Indiana. The investigation looks into five murders and a string of bombings near the Indianapolis 500, uncovering evidence of police corruption and a wrongful conviction. This project aims to bring transparency to stories that have been obscured by official misdirection for decades.

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David Avocado Wolfe | The Magic Of Nature, Rudolf Steiner, & Charles Fort
• 56:09 - 58:43

David Avocado Wolfe | The Magic Of Nature, Rudolf Steiner, & Charles Fort

Avoiding Doom and Becoming a Cosmic Knight

Wolf rejects the "doom and gloom" predictions of many conspiracy theorists regarding Agenda 2030, suggesting that the world is a paradise that will "squish out" from the fingers of the elite. He encourages listeners to spend time in nature to de-escalate inner turmoil and to adopt the archetype of a "Cosmic Knight" or "Indiana Jones." He emphasizes that the fight for good will continue for a long time.

Chris Knowles | The Spandex Files: Creative Magic, The Kirby Conduit, & Demon Dinosaur
• 1:33:33 - 1:38:59

Chris Knowles | The Spandex Files: Creative Magic, The Kirby Conduit, & Demon Dinosaur

October Meetups and Solar Eclipse Intentions

The host reads the upcoming THC meetup schedule for October 2023, including events in Colorado, New York, Michigan, and Indiana. He notes that several meetups coincide with a solar eclipse and expresses a hope that the episode's release during the celestial event provides "extra oomph" for the show's reach. The episode closes with a listener-submitted song and a final sign-off challenging "counterculture co-opters."

Michelle Gibson | Moorish Pre-America, The History Highjack, & The Shriner’s Secret
• 57:48 - 1:00:42

Michelle Gibson | Moorish Pre-America, The History Highjack, & The Shriner’s Secret

Gary Indiana and the Company Store Wage Slavery Model

The city of Gary, Indiana, is cited as an example of a "magic city" where workers allegedly dug existing old-world masonry out of sand dunes rather than building it. Gibson argues that the robber barons used the "company store" model to create a captive labor force of wage slaves. This system allowed the elite to extract wealth from Appalachia and other industrial regions by controlling all aspects of life.

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Dr. Jacob Nordangard | Philanthrocapitalism, Recent UN Policy Briefs, & The Digital World Brain
• 1:10:13 - 1:16:55

Dr. Jacob Nordangard | Philanthrocapitalism, Recent UN Policy Briefs, & The Digital World Brain

Marketing Failure, Upcoming Meetups, Outro

The host reflects on the "Money Bomb" as a failed marketing experiment, noting a lack of increased reach or new show invitations despite the giveaway. Future listener meetups are scheduled for July 22nd in Indiana and Los Angeles, followed by events in London and Ohio. The episode concludes with a musical track and a final call for listeners to remain vigilant against technocratic overreach.

Wayne Rohde | Vaccine Injury & Dark Truth Of The Vaccine Court System
• 13:20 - 20:56

Wayne Rohde | Vaccine Injury & Dark Truth Of The Vaccine Court System

Oklahoma Autism Insurance Reform and Legislative Challenges

Wayne Rohde describes his transition into activism after being denied vaccine injury compensation due to a three-year statute of limitations. He spent years lobbying the Oklahoma legislature alongside State Senator J. Paul Gumbel to mandate insurance coverage for autism therapies before eventually moving to Minnesota for better medical access.

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Alex Chionetti | The Tayos Caves, Ancient Artifacts, & The Inner Terrestrials
• 1:00:27 - 1:03:04

Alex Chionetti | The Tayos Caves, Ancient Artifacts, & The Inner Terrestrials

Greg Carlwood on Synchronicity and Explorer Authenticity

Greg Carlwood reflects on the synchronicity of receiving Chianetti's book immediately after a listener inquiry. He praises the publisher, Inner Traditions, and discusses the importance of authentic primary explorers over "flashy" media personalities. Carlwood notes Chianetti's credentials, including his work as a consultant for the Indiana Jones franchise.

Jock Doubleday | The Bosnian Pyramid Complex, Lost Technology, & The Hollow Earth
• 13:01 - 17:47

Jock Doubleday | The Bosnian Pyramid Complex, Lost Technology, & The Hollow Earth

Semir Osmanagich, Visoko Valley, Pyramid of the Sun Discovery

Semir Osmanagich, a Bosnian native, discovered the pyramid complex in 2005 after noticing the unnatural geometry of a hill in Visoko. Despite initial massive tourism and interest, mainstream archaeologists labeled him a huckster to discourage further investigation. Osmanagich’s background in ancient civilizations and his doctoral work on the Maya provided the foundation for his identification of the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon.

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Lon Strickler | The Chicago Owlman Sightings, Recent Abductions, & Other Strange Encounters
• 7:37 - 10:05

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

Geographic Clusters and Salt Creek Raptor Watcher Report

Sightings have been triangulated across downtown Chicago, Lake Michigan, South Chicago, and into Indiana. A notable encounter occurred near Possum Hollow Woods by Salt Creek, where an experienced raptor watcher observed a massive flying shadow. The witness described the entity performing a high-speed dive into the woods that caused local birds to scatter in panic.

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Lon Strickler | The Chicago Owlman Sightings, Recent Abductions, & Other Strange Encounters
• 15:46 - 17:29

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

Light Flashes and Underground Tunnels in Chicago

Large flashes of light were reported south of Chicago and across the Indiana border around the same time as early cryptid sightings. These flashes and orbs are often associated with Bigfoot or other paranormal manifestations. Investigators have noted that many downtown sightings occur near overpasses and underground tunnel systems along Lakeshore Drive, suggesting potential hiding spots for the entities.

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Paul Davids | A Case Study Of After Death Contact w/ Forrest J. Ackerman
• 33:24 - 40:37

Paul Davids | A Case Study Of After Death Contact w/ Forrest J. Ackerman

Inkblot Obliteration, Santa Fe, and Chemical Analysis

Paul Davids details the "inkblot obliteration," a primary piece of evidence where four words were precisely blacked out on a printed document in his locked Santa Fe home. The ink appeared while Davids was in another room and was found to be chemically anomalous by Dr. John Allison. Laboratory tests revealed the presence of silver and calcium chromate, substances not found in modern printer ink, suggesting a non-physical intervention.

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Paul Davids | A Case Study Of After Death Contact w/ Forrest J. Ackerman
• 45:48 - 48:08

Paul Davids | A Case Study Of After Death Contact w/ Forrest J. Ackerman

Dr. Jay Siegel, Forensic Chemistry, and Ink Solvents

Dr. Jay Siegel, a world-class forensic chemist and former chairman of the chemistry department at IUPUI, conducted a spectrographic analysis of the mysterious ink. Siegel was unable to match the substance to any known modern solvents or inks in his extensive database. The analysis eventually showed a mixture of modern printer chemicals with ancient pigments, defying standard scientific explanation.

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Nita Hiltner | Giant Skeletons, Modern Pterosaurs, & Missing People Mysteries
• 4:04 - 8:02

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

Nina Hiltner on Smithsonian Giant Skeleton Cover-Ups

Journalist Nina Hiltner discusses her research into giant skeletons, sparked by an 1883 newspaper article from her hometown of Anderson, Indiana. The report detailed six giant skeletons found in a sitting position that disintegrated upon exposure to air, except for two skulls. Hiltner alleges the Smithsonian Institution systematically collected such remains from local museums and occasionally dumped them in the Atlantic Ocean to protect the Darwinian theory of evolution.

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Nita Hiltner | Giant Skeletons, Modern Pterosaurs, & Missing People Mysteries
• 38:23 - 43:06

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

The Cyclops of Buzzards Bay and Five-Plated Skulls

An 1891 report describes a giant skeleton found at Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, which actor Joseph Jefferson believed was a Cyclops due to a single hole in the forehead. Scientists note that many of these giant skulls possess five cranial plates instead of the four found in humans, distinguishing them from artificial "cradle boarding" deformations. Further accounts from Indiana describe skeletons so large that their jawbones could fit over a human head like a helmet.

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107: Dean Dominic De Lucia | The Hollow Earth, Cavern Worlds & The Beings Within
• 2:06:36 - 2:09:58

107: Dean Dominic De Lucia | The Hollow Earth, Cavern Worlds & The Beings Within

Dangers of Cavern Exploration and Sinister Elves

DeLucia warns against amateur exploration of cavern worlds, citing folklore and literature like The Hobbit that describe dangerous inhabitants such as orcs and goblins. He recounts seeing a drawing of an elf with a sinister, demonic face, challenging the romanticized view of these beings as beautiful enchantresses.

THC 90: Dave Asprey | Biohacking, Optimizing, & The Upgraded Self
• 5:41 - 9:19

THC 90: Dave Asprey | Biohacking, Optimizing, & The Upgraded Self

Money Bomb Winner Patrick, Indianapolis, Guest Suggestions

A listener named Patrick from Indianapolis joins the show to discuss his $190 win from the podcast's money bomb fundraiser. Patrick, an environmental science student, suggests future guests including Edward Snowden, Robert Greene, Jesse Ventura, and Scott Sigler. He expresses his intention to use the prize money to purchase show merchandise and fund micro-loans through the Kiva platform.

THC 36: Nick Redfern | The World’s Weirdest Places
• 7:54 - 11:00

THC 36: Nick Redfern | The World’s Weirdest Places

Ancient Underground Civilizations in Death Valley

Explorers in the 1920s and 1930s claimed to find massive caverns beneath Death Valley containing remnants of an ancient civilization predating Native American tribes. These reports described sunken cities with Egyptian or Roman-style pillars and mummified figures in unusual clothing. The locations remain a mystery as the original discoverers were hesitant to share coordinates for fear of looting, and some allegedly vanished while attempting to return to the sites.