Topic: Investigation

Investigation comes up in 49 chapters across 42 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from September 2012 to January 2026.

September 2012 January 2026

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BX | Satanic Accelerationism: Digital Predators, 764, & Order Of Nine Angles
• 2:47 - 6:05

BX | Satanic Accelerationism: Digital Predators, 764, & Order Of Nine Angles

Nama Cates, Incel Community Research, Federal Honeypot Allegations

Investigator BX details her history with Nama Cates, a former Hollywood actress who transitioned into government-funded political activism regarding the incel community. Cates allegedly worked with NGOs receiving grants from the Department of Homeland Security to study radicalization. BX claims these operations often function as federal honeypots that protect toxic forums to facilitate arrests rather than solving underlying social issues.

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BX | Satanic Accelerationism: Digital Predators, 764, & Order Of Nine Angles
• 1:06:16 - 1:12:23

BX | Satanic Accelerationism: Digital Predators, 764, & Order Of Nine Angles

BX De-platforming, Critic Compilation, Investigative Risks

The host reviews the intense backlash and de-platforming efforts directed at BX, including a compilation of critics labeling her "schizo" and a "lunatic." Despite her YouTube ban, BX continues her work on Rumble and Substack. The host expresses skepticism toward those who mock her efforts to expose online predatory networks, even while acknowledging disagreements on specific claims like the Charlie Kirk incident.

Janice McAfee | John McAfee Didn’t Kill Himself, $WHACKD, & The Dead Man’s Switch
• 11:43 - 17:02

Janice McAfee | John McAfee Didn’t Kill Himself, $WHACKD, & The Dead Man’s Switch

Analysis of Spanish Prison Surveillance Footage

Janice McAfee describes viewing prison surveillance footage showing the moments after John McAfee was discovered in his cell. She notes the unusual detail of his cell door being slightly ajar and describes a medical team performing chest compressions for over ten minutes. Janice highlights a contradiction in the investigative report, which stated John had a faint pulse when found, despite worldwide media reporting he was found dead.

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Janice McAfee | John McAfee Didn’t Kill Himself, $WHACKD, & The Dead Man’s Switch
• 1:05:50 - 1:08:04

Janice McAfee | John McAfee Didn’t Kill Himself, $WHACKD, & The Dead Man’s Switch

Final Call to Action and Breadcrumbs on X

Janice McAfee concludes the interview by encouraging the public to continue investigating John's social media history on X (formerly Twitter) for "breadcrumbs" he left behind. She hints that there are specific details about their time in Spain she cannot yet share for her own safety. She urges researchers to "follow the money" to uncover the truth about the WHACKD token and the missing data.

Dan Luzadder | The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA, and the Corruption of American Journalism
• 50:13 - 54:52

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

Investigative Reporting vs. Mainstream Narrative Control

Investigative reporting is essential for pulling apart the structures of power that are not obvious to the general public. While not every writer is a conscious participant in intelligence operations, those nurtured by the apparatus become authoritative voices that normalize increased domestic surveillance and limitations on liberty. The "War on Terror" serves as a primary example of how perceived external threats are used to justify the erosion of individual freedoms.

Dan Luzadder | The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA, and the Corruption of American Journalism
• 57:18 - 1:01:21

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

Insider Access and the Lack of Journalistic Disclosure

The extraordinary access granted to certain journalists, such as being allowed to view secret CIA documents, creates a conflict of interest when those connections are not disclosed to the reader. Lawrence Wright has consistently declined to answer questions regarding his family ties to intelligence-linked figures or his specific access to government agencies. Transparency regarding these relationships is vital for the public to determine the reliability of a journalist's conclusions.

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Walter Bosley | Ingersoll Lockwood, The Lost Future, & Predictive Media
• 55:14 - 1:01:46

Walter Bosley | Ingersoll Lockwood, The Lost Future, & Predictive Media

Investigative Speculation, Spy Hunting and the Certainty Fetish

Walter Bosley defends the use of speculation in historical research, comparing it to his professional experience hunting spies and moles. He criticizes what he calls the "certainty fetish" or "cocksurety," where individuals dismiss any information that isn't officially verified. The host agrees, noting that government commissions like the 9/11 investigation are often used to provide a false sense of certainty to the public.

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Trey Hudson | The Meadow Project: Cryptid Humanoid Stalkers, Portal Boxes, & Monkey Bears
• 1:33 - 3:45

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

Trey Hudson, The Meadow Project and Southern High Strangeness

Author and paranormal investigator Trey Hudson joins the program to discuss his research into a high-strangeness location in the American South known as "The Meadow." Hudson, a former Army Intelligence Officer and Eagle Scout, applies his background in security and intelligence to document UFOs, orbs, cryptids, and time dilations. His work is detailed in the book The Meadow Project: Explorations Into The South's Skinwalker Ranch.

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Ole Dammegård | The War On Bitcoin, The Wag The Dog Template, & Media Manipulation
• 1:04:28 - 1:06:50

Ole Dammegård | The War On Bitcoin, The Wag The Dog Template, & Media Manipulation

Reiner Fuellmich and Patreon Community Guidelines

The guest details the specific reasons for his Patreon suspension, which involved content hosted on his own website rather than the Patreon platform itself. The flagged material included interviews with international lawyer Reiner Fuellmich regarding the Corona Investigative Committee. The guest refused to delete the content, leading to the loss of a significant portion of his monthly income.

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Carey Gillam | The Monsanto Papers, Glyphosate Damage, & Corrupted Science
• 0:00 - 3:27

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

Carrie Gillum, Monsanto Papers, Investigative Journalism Introduction

Host Greg Carlwood introduces investigative journalist Carrie Gillum to discuss her extensive reporting on corporate agriculture and pesticides. Gillum, the Research Director for U.S. Right to Know, authored "Whitewash" and "The Monsanto Papers," documenting the history of Roundup and the corruption of science. The introduction highlights her 20-year focus on food safety and her transition from covering banking at Reuters to investigating genetically engineered crops in Kansas.

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Carey Gillam | The Monsanto Papers, Glyphosate Damage, & Corrupted Science
• 1:06:11 - 1:08:36

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

Carrie Gillum Closing, Social Media, Contact Information

Carrie Gillum concludes the interview by encouraging listeners to follow her work on Twitter and her personal website, where she posts breaking news and documents. She continues to write for The Guardian and welcomes news tips and inquiries from the public. The host praises her dedication to investigative journalism and her ability to navigate complex corporate niches.

George Wiseman | Brown’s Gas, AquaCure, & Suppressed Science
• 19:24 - 21:40

George Wiseman | Brown’s Gas, AquaCure, & Suppressed Science

CBC Marketplace Investigation, Government Agency Audits

The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's program Marketplace featured a segment on fuel-saver fraud that negatively impacted George Wiseman's sales despite his product working as advertised. Wiseman notes he survived seven different investigations by government agencies, including the Idaho State Attorney General. He claims no customers would testify against him, with some potential litigants becoming distributors after seeing the results.

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Nathan Isaac | High Strangeness In The Penny Royal
• 59:30 - 1:01:26

Nathan Isaac | High Strangeness In The Penny Royal

Greg Carlwood's Critique of Hellier and Alan Greenfield

Greg Carlwood shares his personal perspective on the Hellier series, noting that while the first episode was compelling, the subsequent episodes felt like typical paranormal reality television. He contrasts the show with the work of Alan Greenfield, author of "Secret Cipher of the UFOnauts." Carlwood praises Greenfield's interview and his ability to bridge the gap between occult summoning and alien phenomena.

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Honey Pots, Cicada 3301, & High Strangeness
• 59:06 - 1:06:43

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Honey Pots, Cicada 3301, & High Strangeness

Post-Interview Reflections on QAnon and Political Skepticism

Greg Carlwood shares his personal reflections on the QAnon phenomenon, describing it as a "targeted effort" to capture conspiracy enthusiasts. He discusses "eerie" historical coincidences like the Baron Trump books and the Sonora Aero Club, while ultimately urging listeners to reject "savior motifs" and take charge of their own lives outside of political narratives.

Derrick Broze | Conscious Resistance, The Technocratic State, & The Freedom Formula
• 52:15 - 56:59

Derrick Broze | Conscious Resistance, The Technocratic State, & The Freedom Formula

Critical Analysis of 5G and Coronavirus Connections

Derek Brose expresses skepticism regarding the popular theory linking 5G directly to the cause of coronavirus, citing a lack of hard evidence. He notes that cities like Houston have had 5G for years without the immediate mass deaths predicted by some theorists. While acknowledging the cumulative health risks of EMF radiation, Brose warns that spreading unverified claims can discredit the legitimate movement against 5G technology.

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Strange Tales Of The Parapolitical
• 26:33 - 29:27

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Strange Tales Of The Parapolitical

MKUltra, Human Ecology, and Mass Mind Control

The transition of MKUltra from individual mind control to mass social manipulation is attributed to the Society for the Investigation of Human Ecology. Figures like Frank Barnett and James Monroe are identified as key players who used psychological warfare techniques to indoctrinate military officers and labor unions, eventually applying these methods to broader public propaganda.

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Nick Bryant | The Epstein Network Still At Large & Seeking Justice For The Victims
• 15:40 - 17:31

Nick Bryant | The Epstein Network Still At Large & Seeking Justice For The Victims

Journalistic Risks and Threats in Trafficking Investigations

Bryant recounts the personal dangers he faced while investigating the Franklin network, including being followed and receiving death threats. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining duplicate records and avoiding the temptation to blackmail targets, which he views as a fatal mistake for journalists.

Anna Clark | The Flint Water Crisis, Engineered Inequality, & America’s Big Lead Problem
• 45:28 - 48:32

Anna Clark | The Flint Water Crisis, Engineered Inequality, & America’s Big Lead Problem

Investigative Journalism, ACLU Michigan, EPA Memo Leak

The tide of the Flint crisis began to turn in 2015 when an EPA official, Miguel Del Toral, documented extreme lead levels in the home of Leanne Walters. Investigative journalist Kurt Guyette of the ACLU of Michigan published a story based on a leaked memo from Del Toral, providing the first official data to counter the state's claims. This reporting catalyzed further investigation by other media outlets and outside experts.

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Natalia L. Forty | Decolonizing Puerto Rico, Caribbean Spiritualism, & Tarot
• 24:21 - 29:07

Natalia L. Forty | Decolonizing Puerto Rico, Caribbean Spiritualism, & Tarot

Mediumship and the Intensity of Spirit Mounting

The process of identifying one's spiritual court often requires an investigation Misa led by a godmother or godfather. Natalia L40 describes the intense nature of spirit contact, including channeling and the "mounting" of a medium. While spirits often require quiet and stillness to connect, special festivities can become loud and chaotic as different entities manifest through the head medium.

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