Topic: London

A narrative account describes a poorly planned European road trip that led to a chance meeting with Gordon White in London. After facing unexpected rental car fees in Amsterdam, the host and his wife flew to London and met White at the Time Out magazine offices. White took them to a bar frequented by Aleister Crowley and later guided them to the Avebury Stone Circle on Halloween 2015, marking the beginning of a long-term friendship.

Mark Booth explains that he adopted the pen name Jonathan Black while working in the London publishing industry to protect his professional reputation. Every major publisher initially rejected his manuscript because it lacked a sales precedent and was deemed too unconventional. The book was eventually picked up by a new company whose founder had been searching for such a perspective for decades.

To verify the spiritual connection, the host asks the pendulum for the name of a specific tapas bar in London he visited with Gordon White. While the pendulum spelled out letters that led to "Pintxos" and "Pizarro," the host eventually identified the correct location as Gremio de Brixton, a subterranean crypt bar. Although the letters didn't match perfectly, the host notes the bar's proximity to "The Plow," a pub associated with Aleister Crowley.

The bombing of London's East End during World War II is framed as a deliberate "reset" to clear residential areas for social housing projects led by tycoons like Abercrombie and Goldfinger. A controversial theory posits that the British may have bombed their own citizens to bypass property resistance, as German fuel capacities for return flights are questioned. This is compared to "Great Fires" in American cities like Chicago, which served as historical leveling events.

Guy Anderson recounts his personal experience joining a Masonic lodge at Great Queen Street in London to understand his father's rapid career advancement. He describes the organization as a networking tool for the police force and political advisors rather than a source of sacred knowledge. Anderson eventually left the order after finding the rituals and members focused more on professional gain than spiritual or historical truth.

Greg Carlwood tells the story of how a $2,000 rental car fee in Europe led him to pivot his vacation to London to visit Gordon White. White took Carlwood and his wife to "The Plough" (a bar frequented by Aleister Crowley) and the Avebury stone circle. This trip solidified their friendship, leading to White attending Carlwood's wedding in San Diego.

Knowles discusses the "Clash of the Titans" occurring between major global forces, including sovereign wealth funds and arms manufacturers. He notes Trump's antagonism toward the City of London and his suggestion that Argentina should take the Falkland Islands back. The hosts question the authenticity of modern elections, suggesting they may be managed shows designed to buy time for surveillance technology rollouts.

Greg Carlwood announces a return to his home studio, citing a desire for better control over edits and sound quality compared to the "studio experience." He reviews recent guest ratings and promotes upcoming listener meetups in Brooklyn, Los Angeles, Vancouver, and the United Kingdom. The show concludes with a call to action for listeners to check out the Art of Liberty Foundation's materials.

A historical claim is made that London brothels were raided to provide "breeders" for the state of Virginia to balance the male-to-female ratio. Gary Fraun also explains the etymology of corporate clothing, linking "cuffs" and "collars" to the physical restraints of slaves. He traces the origin of the necktie to Czechoslovakian assassins, whose dress style was allegedly adopted by the Pope.

Tracy Twyman describes how her research into the ancient Roman Temple of Mithras in London intersected with Michael Bloomberg's construction of his new European headquarters. The building is situated on the exact site where the original temple was discovered in 1954. While the novel features a villain based on Bloomberg, Twyman clarifies that the character's nefarious activities are fictionalized for the narrative.

Twyman explains the symbolic and financial importance of the City of London district, noting its alignment with the ancient Roman walls of Londinium. The site contains a nexus of power including the London Stone, the Bank of England, and the Rothschild Building. Mythological theories suggest the British Isles may rest atop the tomb of Kronos, further linking the geography to Saturnian worship.

Carlwood reads the upcoming meetup schedule for January 2025, noting a high volume of events on January 11th. Locations include London, Pennsylvania, Hawaii, North Carolina, Oregon, and Ohio, encouraging fans to network and meet local like-minded individuals.

In 1743, Swedish scientist Emanuel Swedenborg experienced a series of manifestations in London that led to 28 years of interaction with beings he believed were from other planets. These entities described inhabited cities on Mars, Venus, and Saturn, which modern science has since disproven. This case serves as a historical example of the trickster aspect of the paranormal, where the entities fed Swedenborg's existing scientific beliefs back to him.

Robert Frederick concludes the interview by directing listeners to his website and Patreon for his 15-episode series on Francis Bacon. He emphasizes that the events of Tudor London directly inform modern power structures and encourages the audience to be aware of the stories they are told. Greg Carlwood thanks Frederick for his research and signs off the main segment of the show.

Greg Carlwood and Ben Joseph Stewart discuss the use of magic and symbolism in public ceremonies like the London Olympics and the Seattle Space Needle event. They speculate on the "Project Blue Beam" narrative involving fake alien invasions or asteroid threats. Carlwood suggests that the current global situation could be a "cosmic smallpox" event intended to clear out populations before a new group takes over.

Hanlon outlines the "Triple Crown Control Matrix," consisting of the Vatican, Washington D.C., and the City of London. He highlights the City of London's 2,000-year history of self-governance and its role as a lobbyist for global capital without public accountability. The segment details how the British Accredited Registry (BAR) system ensures that legal professionals in sovereign nations like the U.S. and Australia remain under British legal influence, effectively replacing common law with universal commercial code.

Greg Carlwood concludes the episode by discussing the recent success of the show's social media clips on TikTok and Instagram, which reached millions of new viewers. He clarifies that the "Higher Side Meetups" calendar is open to all listeners, not just Plus members, and lists upcoming events in London, Oregon, Virginia, and Michigan. The show ends with a final call to action against "drug-use omitting academics" and the standard musical sign-off.

Greg Carlwood reviews listener feedback for the previous episode with Dr. Jack Cruz and explains the updated voting system on the Higher Side Chats website. He concludes the episode by reading the meetup calendar for April and May 2024, highlighting events in Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and London. He specifically promotes a Salem, Virginia meetup featuring the bluegrass band The Plate Scrapers.

The host reviews the reception of previous episodes and announces the April meetup calendar for The Higher Side Chats. Events are scheduled in British Columbia, Los Angeles, Florida, Indiana, Illinois, Colorado, and a seed swap in Philadelphia. A special 4/20 event is also noted for London at the Monkey Puzzle.

The host celebrates his 39th birthday by encouraging listeners to join THC+ and promoting upcoming community meetups. Events are scheduled for locations including British Columbia, Los Angeles, Florida, and a "420" meetup in London. He concludes by expressing gratitude for his current life situation despite the "shaky foundations" of wider society and signs off with his signature catchphrase.