Topic: Lauren

The discussion covers the historical suppression of alternative energy, linking the temperance movement and prohibition to Rockefeller's desire to eliminate alcohol as a competitor to oil. Howard mentions a Raleigh-based company investigating cold fusion that reportedly received investment from Laurene Powell Jobs. He describes his own experience transporting Bendell's machine in a rental van for secret laboratory testing.

Sir Laurens van der Post is identified as a significant but obscure spiritual and political advisor to King Charles III and Margaret Thatcher. Despite his later exposure as a sex predator, he was a key figure in the Bloomsbury Set alongside Virginia Woolf and John Maynard Keynes. The segment also notes Keynes's private interest in Isaac Newton's alchemical manuscripts.

The host addresses criticism regarding the use of AI tools to generate music for the podcast, defending it as a "magic" tool for non-musicians to create topic-specific content. He argues that much of the modern music industry already uses similar algorithmic formulas and that AI generation is a natural evolution of loops and samples. The segment dismisses the "hypothetical artist" argument, noting that many human artists "phone it in" despite receiving payment.

The host lists his runners-up, including Lauren Coleman’s "Cryptozoology A to Z" and William Michael Mott’s "Caverns, Cauldrons and Concealed Creatures." He explains the difficulty in finding cryptozoology books that treat creatures as metaphysical entities rather than just undiscovered biological animals. Mott’s work is highlighted for its collection of strange underground stories, such as the "Prussian cave entity" and the "Green Children of Woolpit."

The episode concludes with a summary of the second hour available to Plus members, which includes discussions on translocation, "Dragon's Blood," and ancient cultures. Carlwood pays tribute to the work of Don Nance and features a parody song cover by Lauren Silva to close out the broadcast.

The episode concludes with a promotion for The Higher Side Chats Plus membership, which offers two-hour episodes and bonus content for $8.00 a month. Greg Carlwood thanks his guest Matthew LaCroix and collaborator Lauren Silva (Monty The Artist) for the closing parody song. The show ends with a musical track inspired by the theme from The Greatest American Hero, featuring lyrics about lizard people and the search for truth.

Greg Carlwood discusses his collaboration with Lauren Silva, also known as Monty the Artist, on "Weird Al" style musical parodies for the show's outro. He explains the process of writing lyrics about topics like Archons and turning them over to artists to avoid copyright issues. The episode concludes with a preview of a new THC-themed cover of an Ed Sheeran song.

The host previews topics from the "Plus Show," including mind control in Missouri involving Joseph Mengele, shapeshifter experiences, and the next phases of the "Big Cult" plan. The episode concludes with a tongue-in-cheek song by Lauren Silva featuring lyrics by Greg Carlwood. The track serves as a comedic antidote to the dire themes discussed throughout the interview.

The episode concludes with a parody of the Imagine Dragons song "Thunder," titled "Bunker," created in collaboration with Lauren Silva. The lyrics focus on escaping the "Space Fence Control Grid" by moving to an underground shelter. Greg Carlwood gives a final sign-off, challenging the "arconic architects" of the control system before the music plays out the remainder of the segment.

The host previews the second hour of the interview available to Plus members, covering topics like raw milk, the truth about antibiotics, and Clive DeCarle's revelations about the moon. The month's programming schedule is reviewed, featuring guests on Sandy Hook, birth trauma, and the JFK assassination. The episode concludes with a parody cover song by Lauren Silva and a final sign-off targeting pharmaceutical and petrochemical interests.

The episode concludes with a musical cover by Lauren Silva of a They Might Be Giants song, adapted with Higherside-themed lyrics. Greg reminds listeners to sign up for the Plus version of the show for a second hour of content and access to the archives. The final sign-off targets "Fox philanthropists" and encourages listeners to share the episode.

Host Greg Carlwood introduces the episode's focus on the alleged criminal history and scandals surrounding Bill and Hillary Clinton. He announces a "Money Bomb" winner receiving $297 and previews a new song by Lauren Silva. The segment transitions into the interview with guest Stephen D. Kelly, an ex-CIA contractor.

The episode concludes with a song by Lauren Silva that satirizes the state of traditional alternative media. The lyrics contrast the commercial-heavy format of shows like Infowars and Coast to Coast AM with the on-demand, listener-supported nature of The Higher Side Chats. The song emphasizes a feeling of being "at home" with the new format of podcasting.

Greg Carlwood provides updates on the Higherside Plus forums and mentions an upcoming appearance by Graham Hancock to discuss a video project in Armenia. He concludes the episode by introducing a new song by Lauren Silva, which features lyrics tailored to the show's favorite conspiracy and paranormal themes. The track is added to the downloadable music list available for Plus members.

The episode ends with a full playback of "Hello From the Higher Side," a parody song performed by Lauren Silva. The lyrics reference various conspiracy theories, including the hollow earth, spying agencies, the elite, and the "real" nature of the moon. The song emphasizes that the "war" for the world is won within the mind rather than through violence.

Carlwood recaps the extended "Plus" version of the episode, which covered topics such as the Smithsonian's alleged giant cover-up, the Tribe of Dan in Ireland, and the theory that Jesus was an Rh-negative redhead who survived the crucifixion. He also announces new conspiracy-themed cover songs by musician Lauren Silva available for members.

The hosts wrap up the episode by promoting upcoming comedy shows at the La Jolla Comedy Store, including a special performance on September 11th featuring Jesse Egan and Lauren O'Brien. Paul Herman mentions a headlining gig in Chula Vista on August 31st. Greg Carlwood thanks the guests for "peeling the onion" of conspiracy theories before signing off.