Topic: Podcast Review

The show concludes with a review of the audience's polarized reaction to the previous guest, Jason Horsley, and a list of upcoming listener meetups in locations such as Alberta, Montana, Los Angeles, and Tampa. Carlwood addresses criticisms of his interviewing style during the Horsley episode and confirms he is moving on to new topics. The final segments include the show's closing theme music and a call to action for listeners to support the program.

YouTube comments were disabled following the Angela Davis episode due to an influx of racial slurs and harassment directed at guests. The host also responds to one-star iTunes reviews, many of which are based on single episodes or complaints about the paywall. He compares his subscription model to mainstream shows like Coast to Coast AM, noting that independent creators require direct support to remain viable and ad-free.

The host concludes the final episode of 2017 by reviewing show improvements, including better sound quality and the launch of a new forum. Updates are provided on the THC Plus infrastructure, including a move to Patreon and server upgrades. The segment acknowledges the support of the listener community and previews upcoming topics for the new year, such as disaster relief in Puerto Rico and veteran treatment programs.

The host reflects on the pressures of the holiday season and the trap of modern consumerism. Appreciation is expressed for the audience's support, noting that iTunes reviews for the show have doubled recently, which has significantly increased the program's visibility and clout. Plans for upcoming guests and the conclusion of the current donation drive are also mentioned.

Greg Carlwood concludes the episode by thanking listeners and encouraging them to review the show on iTunes. He previews the following week's guest, investigative journalist Jon Rappaport. The episode closes with a song titled "Monsters" and a final sign-off.

Host Greg Carlwood reflects on the challenges of reaching the 50th episode of The Higherside Chats, thanking his partner Teresa and various friends for their support. He emphasizes the importance of listener engagement through iTunes reviews, social media shares, and purchases from his t-shirt company, Conspiratees. Carlwood encourages those pursuing their passions to persevere despite the difficulties of balancing a corporate job with independent creative work.