Topic: Knowledge

Knowledge comes up in 49 chapters across 43 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from February 2012 to July 2026.

February 2012 July 2026

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Dan Waites | How Power Uses Astrology, Planetary Cycles, & Disclosure Season
• 11:01 - 15:47

Dan Waites | How Power Uses Astrology, Planetary Cycles, & Disclosure Season

Academic Aversion to Astrology and Conspiracy Narratives

Many professional astrologers avoid conspiratorial thinking to gain respect from academia and the professional managerial class. However, the realization that astrology functions effectively often leads to the conclusion that standard institutional narratives are deceptive. There is also a noted lack of overlap between the fields of ufology and astrology, as practitioners in both fields often seek to distance themselves from other "fringe" subjects to maintain a semblance of respectability.

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George Howard | Suppressed Plasma Physics, Lost Civilizations, & The Cosmic Summit
• 19:58 - 22:12

George Howard | Suppressed Plasma Physics, Lost Civilizations, & The Cosmic Summit

Masonic Power Dynamics, Secrecy and Personal Membership

Greg Carlwood and George Howard debate whether Freemasonry is a benevolent preservation of ancient knowledge or a tool for power-seeking elites. Carlwood suggests that rituals like those associated with 9-11 might indicate a deeper, more bizarre use of esoteric knowledge. Howard reveals his intention to join a local Masonic lodge to better understand the organization from the inside.

Michael Cremo | Extreme Out Of Place Artifacts, More Forbidden Archaeology, & Vedic Cosmology
• 3:03 - 6:22

Michael Cremo | Extreme Out Of Place Artifacts, More Forbidden Archaeology, & Vedic Cosmology

Michael Cremo on Knowledge Filtration Across Scientific Disciplines

Michael Cremo returns to the program after a twelve-year gap to discuss his new book, Extreme Human Antiquity. During a lecture at a university in Pretoria, South Africa, Cremo observed that professors from various fields, including physics and biochemistry, privately admitted that knowledge filtration occurs within their own disciplines. This suggests that the suppression of anomalous data is a systemic issue across all of science.

Tom Montalk | Demiurgic Technology, The Matrix Control Grid, & The Rosicrucian Endgame
• 0:17 - 2:51

Tom Montalk | Demiurgic Technology, The Matrix Control Grid, & The Rosicrucian Endgame

Tom Montauk, Consciousness and the Occult

Greg Carlwood introduces researcher Tom Montauk, an expert at the intersection of consciousness, conspiracy, and the occult. Montauk studied physics and electrical engineering before pursuing independent research published on his website and in books like Fringe Knowledge for Beginners and Discerning Alien Disinformation. The discussion frames the world as a potential energetic farm for archonic entities where deception runs deep through the body politic.

Aaron Murakami | Alternative Energy Invention Updates, The Multi Wave Oscillator, & Aether Physics
• 1:20:13 - 1:23:18

Aaron Murakami | Alternative Energy Invention Updates, The Multi Wave Oscillator, & Aether Physics

Host Reflections on Alternative Science and Market Viability

Greg Carlwood reflects on the interview, expressing a mix of admiration for Murakami's technical depth and concern over the slow pace of bringing these products to the general public. He discusses the difficulty of communicating complex alternative science to a layman audience and the challenges of navigating legal restrictions. Carlwood emphasizes the importance of supporting independent inventors who have been marginalized by the mainstream scientific establishment.

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Jay Dreamerz | Plasma Apocalypses Of The Fractalverse & Our Cartoonified History
• 10:38 - 13:21

Jay Dreamerz | Plasma Apocalypses Of The Fractalverse & Our Cartoonified History

Dreams and Intuition, Alternative Sources of Knowledge

Jay Dreamers describes his personal history of vivid, non-fearful apocalyptic dreams as a primary source for his detailed theories. He argues that conventional academic sources are highly controlled, necessitating a reliance on intuition and the Akashic records to understand reality. These internal experiences provided the foundation for his later research into conspiracy theories and ancient history.

Free Plus Show: Dr. Stephen Skinner | The History Of Magic, Summoning Spirits, & John Dee
• 38:50 - 40:31

Free Plus Show: Dr. Stephen Skinner | The History Of Magic, Summoning Spirits, & John Dee

Ancestor Altars, Non-Human Spirit Communication

While ancestor altars are a safe entry point for beginners, Dr. Skinner suggests they are limited because deceased humans generally possess the same knowledge they had while alive. To access information beyond the mundane or what is available on Wikipedia, practitioners must eventually communicate with non-human spirits, such as elementals or those found in grimoires. This distinction highlights the difference between familial mediumship and high ceremonial magic.

Hugh Newman | New Discoveries Of Gobekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe, & Other Ancient Sites
• 35:54 - 39:42

Hugh Newman | New Discoveries Of Gobekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe, & Other Ancient Sites

Magnetic Anomalies and the Agricultural Revolution

Magnetometer tests in Enclosure D at Göbekli Tepe have recorded spiraling magnetic fields and telluric currents. The late John Burke theorized that such magnetic anomalies were used to stress seeds and grains, leading to higher crop yields. This potential "natural technology" aligns with the fact that the agricultural revolution began in this specific region shortly after the sites were constructed.

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The Arkon & The Greek | Godspeek: Technological Manipulation, Spiritual Subversion, & Etherial Influence
• 14:08 - 17:14

The Arkon & The Greek | Godspeek: Technological Manipulation, Spiritual Subversion, & Etherial Influence

Lawful Living, Knowledge Transmission, and Divine Operating Systems

The guests explain that the true relationship between gods and men is based on the transmission of knowledge and "laws" that function as a societal operating system. This includes guidance on diet, business, family structures, and timekeeping. They argue that most of society is too simplistic to contemplate the high-order dynamics of these interactions, accepting oversimplified models instead.

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Jason Quitt | Entity Interaction Dynamics, Astral Genesis, & Stonegate Portals
• 34:01 - 40:08

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

Astral Genesis, Ancient Geometric Language of Stars

Jason Quitt discusses his book, Astral Genesis, which details a hidden geometric language encoded in ancient artwork and architecture worldwide. He identifies a consistent "fingerprint" of star knowledge and solar angles found in sites ranging from Gobekli Tepe to Peru and Canada. This suggests a unified, global civilization existed prior to 12,000 years ago that possessed advanced understanding of celestial cycles and mathematics.

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David H. Price | American Surveillance State, Dual Use Anthropology, & The Restrict Act
• 6:11 - 10:32

David H. Price | American Surveillance State, Dual Use Anthropology, & The Restrict Act

Dual-Use Anthropology, OSS and Military Intelligence Applications

The concept of dual-use anthropology is defined as the application of academic ethnographic knowledge for military or intelligence purposes. During World War II, a significant portion of American anthropologists worked for the OSS or military intelligence to assist with language instruction and navigating local cultures in occupied territories. While researchers often pursued projects for academic interest, the state utilized their findings for geopolitical Cold War objectives.

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Howdie Mickoski | Reality Resets, NPC’s Among Us, & The Soul Recycling Trap
• 1:18:47 - 1:21:09

Howdie Mickoski | Reality Resets, NPC’s Among Us, & The Soul Recycling Trap

Carlos Castaneda, Astral Bodies and Hidden Matrix Knowledge

Howdy Mikoski explores the idea of "popping out of the matrix" before death, referencing the writings of Carlos Castaneda. He shares a story about a hidden book in a Southeast European family that allegedly disappears once its instructions for fine-tuning the mental and astral bodies are completed. He emphasizes that this knowledge is highly guarded and requires significant preparation to execute.

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Greg Carlwood and the guests discuss how indigenous cultures like the Dogon possess advanced cosmological knowledge without modern laboratory science. They argue that Western anthropology often dismisses these insights as superstition rather than recognizing a direct connection to a "field" or the Akashic Record. The guests suggest that Egyptian mythology is a formalization of this direct contact with universal intelligence.

Pierre Sabak | Holographic Culture, Angelic Sailors, & The Divine Invasion
• 31:06 - 34:42

Pierre Sabak | Holographic Culture, Angelic Sailors, & The Divine Invasion

Predacious Species, Knowledge Currency and Universal Forms

Sabac speculates on the motivations of these "Angelian" masters, suggesting they treat knowledge as a universal currency and monitor human evolution as an emergent system. He describes them as a predacious species that remains at the top of the food chain by deconstructing time, space, and the spiritual realm. This interface between the physical and the "imaginal realm" is compared to Plato’s theory of universal forms.

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Christian Elliot | True Whole Human Health, Vax Facts, & Motivation Hacks
• 53:57 - 57:00

Christian Elliot | True Whole Human Health, Vax Facts, & Motivation Hacks

Bold Competitors, The Importance of Self-Knowledge

The final personality type is the "Bold Competitor," who prefers extreme and aggressive measures but may lack calculation and empathy. Elliott emphasizes the Ancient Greek maxim "know thyself" as the foundation for health success. Understanding these default settings allows individuals to cultivate strengths they naturally lack and reduce harsh self-judgment.

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Dr. Raymond Moody | Near Death Experience, Nonsense Logic, & Storming The Afterlife
• 7:33 - 10:53

Dr. Raymond Moody | Near Death Experience, Nonsense Logic, & Storming The Afterlife

Critical Thinking Decline and the Pursuit of Knowledge

Dr. Moody expresses concern over the gradual erosion of critical thinking skills in modern society over the past few decades. He argues that people often seek out information to support existing beliefs rather than subjecting ideas to rigorous logical processes. Drawing from his experience as a professor of logic, he posits that the pursuit of knowledge is more satisfying than the pursuit of fame or power.

Steven M. Druker | The Suppressed Science, Warnings, & Risks Of GMO Food
• 39:10 - 43:57

Steven M. Druker | The Suppressed Science, Warnings, & Risks Of GMO Food

Agroecological Methods versus Industrial GMO Agriculture

A four-year study co-sponsored by the World Bank and UN agencies concluded that genetic engineering is not essential to solving global hunger. The report advocated for agroecological methods, which are near-organic and focus on soil fertility and resource conservation. Druker points out that Monsanto withdrew from the study when the findings contradicted the industry's promotional narrative.

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Ras Ben | Free Your Mound & Your Mind Will Follow
• 0:00 - 4:16

Ras Ben | Free Your Mound & Your Mind Will Follow

Ross Ben, Free Your Mound and Your Mind Will Follow

Greg Carlwood introduces returning guest Ross Ben, an author and researcher specializing in the mystical dimensions of Philadelphia and ancient technologies. The discussion centers on Ben's third book, Free Your Mound and Your Mind Will Follow, which explores how esoteric control layers are embedded in urban landscapes. Ben previously authored Rocks of Ages and Great Mystery Philadelphia, establishing a foundation in geomancy and energy healing.

Walter Bosley | Esoteric Napoleon, Malta’s Hypogeum, & The Great Pyramid
• 21:31 - 23:55

Walter Bosley | Esoteric Napoleon, Malta’s Hypogeum, & The Great Pyramid

Vatican Manuscripts and Arcane Art Seizures

During his conquests, Napoleon specifically demanded ancient manuscripts and art, including 500 documents from the Vatican following a treaty with Venice. Bosley suggests these items were the "real prize" of his military campaigns, sought for their arcane and esoteric value rather than just cultural prestige. The specific nature of the 200 missing manuscripts Napoleon insisted upon remains a subject for Bosley's future research.

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Mark Stavish | Egregores, Magic Thoughts, & Living Ideas
• 26:37 - 29:44

Mark Stavish | Egregores, Magic Thoughts, & Living Ideas

Recognizing Internal Parasites and the Fear of One's Own Mind

Stavish compares thought forms to biological parasites that live unnoticed within the human body. He notes that many people are terrified of being alone with their own thoughts, a phenomenon highlighted by the silence following the 9/11 attacks. He addresses the limits of psychic powers and levitation, stating that while they are theoretically possible, they require a profound understanding of the mind that most people lack.