Topic: Podcast Guest

The Higherside Chats reached its 15th anniversary, prompting a shift away from a strictly interview-based format. In December 2025, a series of unusual events occurred, including one guest suffering a medical emergency, another canceling for a larger platform, and a third experiencing performance anxiety during the recording. These incidents, combined with high ratings for solo presentations like the Charlie Kirk and Knife of God segments, served as a signal to move toward more independent content creation.

Greg Carlwood addresses the recent gaps in the show's release schedule, citing a personal move and a series of guest no-shows. He explains the rigorous preparation required for a two-hour episode and why he cannot simply record with anyone on short notice. He promises a more consistent schedule starting in July as he works through a backlog of edited episodes.

Chris Knowles returns for his eighth appearance on the program to discuss synchromysticism and the "new abnormal" of 2020. Knowles describes his recent experience surviving a week-long power outage on the East Coast caused by Tropical Storm Isaias.

Greg Carlwood asks Alex Tsakiris for a critique of The Higher Side Chats. Tsakiris emphasizes that guest selection is the most critical factor for a successful show and admits he only agrees with about 40% of the content on THC. He praises Carlwood's ability to find unique guests but notes that he personally skips episodes that don't add new information to the "body of knowledge."

The host promotes the Higher Side Newsletter, which provides monthly reflections on episodes and a preview of upcoming guests. He also mentions the THC mobile apps for iPhone and Android and encourages listeners to live their own lives despite the "blueprint of mediocrity" suggested by the system. The episode concludes with a final sign-off and a call to action for listeners to treat themselves to the Plus content.

The host introduces the "Higher Side Newsletter," a free monthly email providing his personal thoughts on recent shows and a preview of upcoming guests. Listeners can sign up at the main website or through the show's Facebook page. Carlwood concludes by reiterating his commitment to providing high-quality alternative media and encouraging listeners to pursue their own paths despite the pressures of the mainstream system.