Topic: Permaculture

Permaculture comes up in 56 chapters across 44 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from February 2014 to September 2026.

February 2014 September 2026

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The Best Of Gordon White On THC: Remembering The Dark Prince of Chaos Magic
• 3:11:21 - 3:17:41

The Best Of Gordon White On THC: Remembering The Dark Prince of Chaos Magic

Utopian Future of Flying Saucers and Permaculture

A utopian vision for the future combines high-technology propulsion with "back-to-nature" living systems like permaculture. Electrogravitic "flying saucers" are viewed as natural technologies that harmonize with the universe's energy, much like a "cool cupboard" larder uses Earth's temperature for refrigeration. This "perfected Polynesian society" would be multi-planetary while remaining deeply rooted in local bioregional economies.

Chris ‘Topher’ Gardner | Natural Biotechnology, Alternative Energy, & Other Suppressed Systems
• 1:20:43 - 1:26:57

Chris ‘Topher’ Gardner | Natural Biotechnology, Alternative Energy, & Other Suppressed Systems

Challenges of Independent Farming and the Transition Economy

A personal account of the struggles involved in maintaining "Carlwood Farms" highlights the physical toll and equipment costs of independent land management. Despite these challenges, the host argues that divesting from corporate systems is the only viable path to avoid being replaced by software or broken by declining food quality. He suggests that listeners can find niche markets in the "transition economy" by selling cuttings, biochar, or specialized agricultural services.

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Todd Elliott | The Cunning Farmer: Magical Timing, Ritual Practice, & Land Spirits
• 0:54 - 3:30

Todd Elliott | The Cunning Farmer: Magical Timing, Ritual Practice, & Land Spirits

Todd Elliott, The Cunning Farmer and Agrarian Magic

Todd Elliott, a veteran organic farmer and astrological magician, joins the program to discuss his book, The Cunning Farmer: Agrarian Magical Practices Mythology & Folklore. The discussion frames conspiracy research as a potential distraction from fulfilling one's "true will" and reclaiming stewardship of the land. Elliott’s background spans 25 years of farming alongside studies in Druidry, Kabbalah, and various esoteric traditions.

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Joel Salatin | Food Supply Problems, The MAHA Review, & Better Stewardship
• 32:20 - 36:01

Joel Salatin | Food Supply Problems, The MAHA Review, & Better Stewardship

Permaculture, Water Management and Farm Pond Restoration

The restoration of the North American landscape through permaculture involves building millions of small farm ponds to inventory water and prevent flooding. Historically, 8-10% of the landscape was water due to beaver activity, a figure that has dropped to less than 4%. By holding water on the "high scape" rather than relying on massive downstream engineering projects, farmers can build soil health and mitigate the effects of drought and rising fertilizer costs.

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Joel Salatin | Food Supply Problems, The MAHA Review, & Better Stewardship
• 1:04:10 - 1:08:25

Joel Salatin | Food Supply Problems, The MAHA Review, & Better Stewardship

Permaculture, Backyard Chickens and Homemade Raw Ice Cream

The benefits of permaculture and small-scale food production are illustrated through personal anecdotes about growing fruit trees and keeping backyard chickens. A recipe for "supercharged" homemade ice cream using raw egg yolks, raw milk, and honey is shared as a healthy alternative to seed-oil-laden corporate products. The Amazon's historical use of terra prada and biochar is cited as evidence that humans can cultivate self-replenishing, abundant ecosystems.

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WAR MODE | WAR MODE WAR MODE WAR MODE WAR MODE
• 1:11:15 - 1:13:31

WAR MODE | WAR MODE WAR MODE WAR MODE WAR MODE

Magical Worldview and Gordon White's Legacy

The segment explores Gordon White's contributions to the modernization of magic and his work as a permaculture director. Carlwood credits White with motivating his own move to Florida to start a food forest. He reflects on their final interactions and White's warnings about an "engineered death march" toward World War III, which influenced their plans for future travel and family safety.

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Ancient Entropy Equation, Ritual Sex Magic, & The Broker Class
• 27:29 - 30:34

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Ancient Entropy Equation, Ritual Sex Magic, & The Broker Class

Epstein’s Scientific Funding, Life Extension and Natural Abundance

Jeffrey Epstein is characterized as a broker who funded siloed research in biology and engineering to synthesize a "big picture" of reality for the elite. The discussion contrasts the artificial "simulated" activities of modern life, like gyms and shoes, with the natural abundance found in permaculture and grounding. Dr. Lynn suggests the elite's interest in "free energy" is actually a quest for immortality and zero-cost life extension.

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Anunnaki Revelation, Elite Ritual Contact, & The Palladium Rite
• 1:07:03 - 1:12:03

Dr. Heather Lynn | The Anunnaki Revelation, Elite Ritual Contact, & The Palladium Rite

Ancient Aliens as a Psyop and the Propaganda of Civilization

Host Greg Carlwood reflects on the "Ancient Aliens" narrative as a potential psyop designed to obscure ongoing spiritual contact by framing entities as departed physical astronauts. He questions the traditional view of civilization as progress, suggesting that "hunter-gatherer" labels are propaganda that ignores the cultivated abundance of indigenous peoples. He posits that centralized agriculture and hierarchical structures were "whispered" into human ears to facilitate exploitation.

Dr. Barre Lando | The Doctrine of Signatures, Toroidal Earth, Mt. Shasta, & The Royal Tetons
• 0:09 - 2:32

Dr. Barre Lando | The Doctrine of Signatures, Toroidal Earth, Mt. Shasta, & The Royal Tetons

Dr. Bear Lando, Natural Systems and Bioterrain Specialist

Host Greg Carlwood introduces Dr. Bear Lando, a bioterrain specialist, permaculture farmer, and alchemist from the lost coast of California. Lando returns to the program to discuss his dedication to studying natural systems and extracting intelligence from the environment. The introduction critiques the modern educational system for leaving Americans ignorant of plant identification, foraging, and survival skills in favor of a materialist reality.

Dr. Barre Lando | The Doctrine of Signatures, Toroidal Earth, Mt. Shasta, & The Royal Tetons
• 1:02:29 - 1:08:10

Dr. Barre Lando | The Doctrine of Signatures, Toroidal Earth, Mt. Shasta, & The Royal Tetons

Alpha Vedic Farm, Spagyric Tinctures and Future Projects

Dr. Lando provides an update on the Alpha Vedic enterprise, a permaculture farm and lab dedicated to self-sufficiency and natural medicine. He mentions his 47th wedding anniversary and his ongoing work in an advanced alchemical lab that rivals pharmaceutical facilities. Lando teases a major new project, described as his "opus," which is expected to be released in approximately six months in a new format.

David Wechsler | Electroculture, Pyramid Power, & Ancient Energy Wisdom
• 1:11:40 - 1:15:10

David Wechsler | Electroculture, Pyramid Power, & Ancient Energy Wisdom

Greg Carlwood on Information Suppression and Guest Scheduling

Greg Carlwood reflects on the importance of covering suppressed subjects like electroculture to challenge mainstream scientific guardrails. He thanks the listener who recommended David Wetschler and mentions the difficulty of scheduling with other experts like Janek van Dorne. Carlwood emphasizes that the history of electroculture proves that entire fields of science can be intentionally steered away from free, natural solutions.

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Dr. Heather Lynn | Censoring Human Origins, Magic, Baphomet, & The Academic Blockade
• 1:08:22 - 1:11:02

Dr. Heather Lynn | Censoring Human Origins, Magic, Baphomet, & The Academic Blockade

Family Relationships and the Futility of Political Investment

The death of the host's father shortly before the election prompted a reflection on the futility of emotional investment in politics. Time spent on political arguments is viewed as wasted compared to practical pursuits like permaculture or spending time with family. The host argues that family relationships are too important to sacrifice over hypothetical political scenarios and mind control propaganda.

Mark Shepard | Restoration Agriculture, Wild Profit, & Nature’s Intelligence
• 16:37 - 18:50

Mark Shepard | Restoration Agriculture, Wild Profit, & Nature’s Intelligence

J. Russell Smith, Tree Crops and Permaculture Origins

The concept of permanent agriculture is traced back to J. Russell Smith’s 1926 book, Tree Crops. Smith proposed using tree and shrub seeds for animal feed on hillsides to prevent erosion, reserving flat lands for human staple crops. This silvopasture system served as the foundational inspiration for Bill Mollison to later coin the term permaculture.

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Free Plus Show: Shamangineer | Mapping The Mind, The Alchemical Model, & Plasma Beings From Space
• 1:42:44 - 1:45:10

Free Plus Show: Shamangineer | Mapping The Mind, The Alchemical Model, & Plasma Beings From Space

Closing Remarks and Alternative Models

The host and guest reflect on the importance of exploring consciousness and etheric topics to move beyond just complaining about conspiracies. Shamanjaneer expresses hope that his research helps people understand their reality better. Carlwood mentions his desire to bring on more "rebel academics" and alternative researchers like Don Nance to provide constructive models for the future.

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Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance
• 11:53 - 14:55

Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance

Land Access for Renters, Galt's Landing, and Off-Grid Living

Addressing the concern that only homeowners can grow food, the conversation suggests that renters can partner with landowners to transform unused patches of land into productive gardens. Jim Gale describes his project, Galt's Landing in Central Florida, which is a completely off-grid site producing its own food, water, and energy. The property features 230 types of food-producing plants, bees, fish, and livestock on what was previously a flat cattle pasture.

Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance
• 29:44 - 32:33

Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance

Amazon Rainforest Cultivation, Personal Failure, and Financial Redemption

The conversation touches on evidence that the Amazon rainforest was a cultivated landscape before discussing Jim Gale's personal journey from financial ruin to success. Gale describes losing everything after a successful career in the mortgage industry, eventually finding himself $80,000 in debt before turning to permaculture and faith. This personal "apocalypse" or lifting of the veil led to the creation of his current abundance-focused business model.

Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance
• 32:34 - 34:59

Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance

Modern Homestead TV, Subscription Services, and Permaculture Database

Galt's Landing was recently featured on the television show "Modern Homestead," highlighting the property's transition to a self-sustaining garden. Food Forest Abundance is also launching a subscription service that connects users with permaculture and freedom law professionals. This platform aims to provide immediate answers for off-grid living, pest management, and legal autonomy through a digital database.

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Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance
• 49:42 - 52:17

Jim Gale | The Ultimate Psyop, Food Forest Abundance, & Resilience as Resistance

Food Forest Design, Permaculture Science, and Flood Zone Management

The benefits of professional food forest design are discussed, including the analysis of topography, sun paths, and hardiness zones to create a system that requires less maintenance than a traditional lawn. Gale explains the science of permaculture as "permanent culture," where functions are stacked to maximize efficiency. He shares an example of using excavated material from a pond to raise land levels, successfully protecting his property during a 500-year flood event.

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Mike Cobb | Freedom Living In Central America, ECI Development, & The Best Expat Options
• 39:49 - 43:41

Mike Cobb | Freedom Living In Central America, ECI Development, & The Best Expat Options

Agro-Resiliency and Permaculture in Nicaragua

The discussion turns to the development of agro-resilient communities that focus on food sovereignty and sustainable agriculture. Mike Cobb details the existing farming operations at his 2,500-acre property, including cattle ranching, beekeeping, and orchards for mangoes and noni fruit. He expresses plans to hire specialized agronomists to scale these efforts into a formal resiliency program for residents concerned about food supply chains.

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Derrick Broze | The Conscious Agora, Sovereignty Solutions, & Freedom Resources
• 9:32 - 14:30

Derrick Broze | The Conscious Agora, Sovereignty Solutions, & Freedom Resources

Morelia Mexico, Relocation and the Conscious Agora Vision

Derek Brose describes his move from Houston, Texas, to Morelia, Mexico, in March 2020 as a response to COVID-19 travel restrictions. He explains that Mexico’s lack of vaccine and testing requirements made it a hub for the Freedom Cell movement. Brose details his plans for The Conscious Agora, a sustainable community based on permaculture principles that he has been developing since writing his 2017 book, Manifesto of the Free Humans.