Topic: Popes

Popes comes up in 47 chapters across 41 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from March 2013 to May 2026.

March 2013 May 2026

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Remembering Gordon White w/ Miguel Conner & Chris Knowles
• 1:38:17 - 1:41:56

Remembering Gordon White w/ Miguel Conner & Chris Knowles

Deaths of Esoteric Luminaries and UFO Researchers

The discussion notes the recent deaths of several luminaries in the weirdness and esoteric fields, including Dr. Stephen Heller and Philip Coppens. They discuss the "untimely deaths" of UFO researchers, which White attributed to them "dipping into the ultra-terrestrial realm" and entering dark liminal spaces.

Chris Knowles | David Wilcock, The Dark Toll of Truth-Seeking, & The Disclosure Cult
• 25:08 - 26:31

Chris Knowles | David Wilcock, The Dark Toll of Truth-Seeking, & The Disclosure Cult

Ancient Aliens Curse, Missing Scientists and Researchers

A pattern of deaths and disappearances among UFO researchers and scientists is discussed, including Nick Pope and Philip Coppens. The hosts consider the possibility of a "cleanup" operation intended to control the narrative surrounding extraterrestrial disclosure. They compare this to the string of holistic doctor deaths that occurred prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures
• 2:39 - 6:37

Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures

Pope Leo XIV, Catholic Church and Zionist Influence

Joe Atwell analyzes the election of Pope Leo XIV, suggesting the College of Cardinals has been under the cryptic control of Freemasonry for centuries. He describes the new Pope as an exceptionally educated bureaucrat with a background in mathematics, law, and theology, which Atwell finds suspiciously artificial. The conversation covers the Pope's stance on immigration and the historical tension between Vatican leadership and Zionist political power.

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Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures
• 6:37 - 10:50

Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures

Jesuit History, Conversos and the Spanish Inquisition

The discussion addresses the theory of the "Black Pope" and the hidden power of the Jesuit order. Joe Atwell clarifies that while he was educated by Jesuits in Japan, he views the organization's origins as a group of "Conversos"—Jews who converted to Christianity. He links the secrecy of the Jesuits to the Spanish Inquisition and the later formation of the Illuminati by Jesuit-trained Adam Weishaupt.

Gary Fraughen | Occult Control, Constructed Culture, & Hidden Codes Of The Power Pyramid
• 9:56 - 12:34

Gary Fraughen | Occult Control, Constructed Culture, & Hidden Codes Of The Power Pyramid

Black Pope, White Pope, and Personal Ego Dissolution

The hierarchy of the Vatican is described as consisting of the visible White Pope, the powerful Black Pope heading the Jesuits, and a transitional figure known as the Grey Pope. Gary Fraun shares a personal anecdote about his past life of luxury, including driving Ferraris, and his subsequent journey to dissolve his ego. He argues that consumer culture is designed to feed the ego and keep individuals acting as "good soldiers" for the capitalist system.

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Matthew J. Bell | Synchromysticism, Ritual Mapping, & The Four Corners Mystery
• 37:30 - 41:30

Matthew J. Bell | Synchromysticism, Ritual Mapping, & The Four Corners Mystery

Gregorian Calendar Reform and Protestant Resistance

Bell explains the transition from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar under Pope Gregory XIII in the late 16th century. The reform was driven by the need to fix the date of Easter, which had begun to float due to leap year miscalculations. John Dee attempted to spearhead a Protestant version of this calendar reform for England, which Bell suggests was tied to the occult importance of the 77th meridian and the concept of "God's Longitude."

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Michael A. Hoffman II | The Cryptocracy, Twilight Language, & Public Psychodrama Rituals
• 19:14 - 23:12

Michael A. Hoffman II | The Cryptocracy, Twilight Language, & Public Psychodrama Rituals

Revelation of the Method, Pope Francis and Gnostic Heresy

Hoffman defines "Revelation of the Method" as the process where the cryptocracy reveals its intentions to gain the public's implicit consent. He cites a recent Mattel Barbie marketing error and Pope Francis's inclusive statements in Singapore as examples of this phenomenon. Hoffman argues that the papacy has been promoting Gnostic and Hermetic ideals since the Renaissance, leading to a psychic dissolution of the faithful.

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Pope Head | Mystical Toponomy, Occult Geographies, & The Great Polar Myth
• 1:09:16 - 1:15:08

Pope Head | Mystical Toponomy, Occult Geographies, & The Great Polar Myth

Non-Human Entities, Vatican Law and the Fisher King Legend

The host reflects on the interview and discusses current rumors regarding the validity of Pope Benedict's resignation under Vatican law. He shares a provocative quote from Popehead's writing about "non-men" walking around the Vatican, potentially referencing reptilian or amphibious hybrids like the Nagas. This leads to a discussion on how non-human power structures might use religious narratives as a control mechanism for humanity.

Sean Hanlon | The Hidden Hand Of History, Continuity Of Control, & The 3rd Truth
• 24:03 - 28:20

Sean Hanlon | The Hidden Hand Of History, Continuity Of Control, & The 3rd Truth

Donation of Constantine, King Pepin, and Vatican Forgeries

The discussion moves to 740 AD and the "Donation of Constantine," a forged document used by the Papacy to claim political and spiritual authority over all earthly kingdoms. Hanlon explains how Pope Stephen used this letter to convince King Pepin and the Carolingian dynasty to protect the Vatican from invading forces. This event is identified as the transition from the early church to the Holy Roman Empire, establishing the "Divine Right of Kings" through deceptive administrative means.

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David Barnhizer | Conformity Colleges, Education Infiltration, & Weaponized Compassion
• 59:12 - 1:01:50

David Barnhizer | Conformity Colleges, Education Infiltration, & Weaponized Compassion

Big Tech Censorship, Global AI Competition and the Age Curse

Barnheiser characterizes Big Tech as a "quasi-government" that actively designs censorship programs and distorted algorithms. He warns that the U.S. is falling behind in a global AI race against aggressive programs in China, Iran, and Russia. Additionally, he mentions Pope Francis's "age curse" concept, noting that an aging population and AI-driven job loss create an unprecedented societal burden.

Richard Stanley | The Suppressed History of The Cathars, Mystic Montségur, & The Nazi Grail Quest
• 9:37 - 14:11

Richard Stanley | The Suppressed History of The Cathars, Mystic Montségur, & The Nazi Grail Quest

Occitania History, Cathar Genocide and Language Suppression

Richard Stanley describes the history of Occitania, a distinct nation in the French Pyrenees that was systematically destroyed during the Albigensian Crusade. Pope Innocent III granted French forces dispensation to exterminate the Cathars, whom the Church viewed as dangerous heretics. This campaign resulted in the destruction of the Occitan language and the loss of significant cultural and spiritual data through centuries of religious persecution.

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Michelle Gibson | Moorish Pre-America, The History Highjack, & The Shriner’s Secret
• 25:38 - 29:28

Michelle Gibson | Moorish Pre-America, The History Highjack, & The Shriner’s Secret

Papal Bulls and the Doctrine of Discovery Legal Framework

Michelle Gibson discusses the 450-year timeline centered on the year 1717, noting the significance of papal bulls in justifying land grabs. The Inter Caetera bull of 1493 and the prior Dum Diversus established the legal basis for the Doctrine of Discovery. Gibson argues that these 50-year cycles were used as initiatory years to meticulously plan the rollout of the new world system.

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Dean Henderson |  Royal Bloodline Wetiko, The Civilization Sin, & The Congo Conspiracy
• 24:07 - 26:31

Dean Henderson | Royal Bloodline Wetiko, The Civilization Sin, & The Congo Conspiracy

Jesuit Influence, Knights of Malta and Anunnaki Continuity

A brief analysis of the Catholic hierarchy suggests the Knights of Malta serve as elite moles, while the Jesuits are potentially misunderstood or even "good guys" in the current geopolitical landscape. The discussion links the Holy Roman Empire's transition into the British Empire as a seamless continuation of Anunnaki-hybrid rule. This historical continuity is allegedly hidden from the public through systemic deception and the sowing of "Wetiko" confusion.

Dr. Joanna Kujawa | Sexual Alchemy, Erotic Rapture, & The Goddesses of Eros
• 38:54 - 43:10

Dr. Joanna Kujawa | Sexual Alchemy, Erotic Rapture, & The Goddesses of Eros

Mary Magdalene, Pope Gregory and the Prostitute Myth

Dr. Kujawa debunks the myth that Mary Magdalene was a prostitute, tracing the misconception to a scriptural error made by Pope Gregory I in 591 AD. Gnostic texts like the Gospel of Mary and the Gospel of Philip portray her as Jesus's most advanced disciple and "special partner," often drawing jealousy from the apostle Peter. These texts suggest she received esoteric teachings that were not shared with the other male disciples.

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Steven Snider aka Recluse | Honey Pots, Cicada 3301, & High Strangeness
• 37:54 - 41:58

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Honey Pots, Cicada 3301, & High Strangeness

Pentagon UFO Disclosure and the COVID Relief Bill

Greg Carlwood and Stephen Snyder discuss the provision in the COVID relief bill requiring the Pentagon to reveal UFO data within 180 days. Snyder expresses disillusionment, suggesting the timing during an administration transition makes it a likely "rabbit hole" or a distraction from other global issues.

Zachary K. Hubbard | Number Games: 9/11 to Coronavirus
• 40:49 - 43:16

Zachary K. Hubbard | Number Games: 9/11 to Coronavirus

Event 201, Pope Francis, and the 201 Code

The number 201 is identified as a critical Jesuit code, appearing in the birth name of Pope Francis and the founder of the order, Ignatius of Loyola. Hubbard links this to Event 201, the coronavirus simulation held in October 2019. The discussion explores the connections between the World Economic Forum, Bill Gates, and the Jesuit-founded Illuminati.

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Sylvie Ivanova | Alexander Paramanov, The Parasites, & The Prophecies
• 20:48 - 22:19

Sylvie Ivanova | Alexander Paramanov, The Parasites, & The Prophecies

Fatima Prophecies, 2029 Great Shift Culmination

The timeline for the Great Shift is discussed with a focus on the Fatima prophecies and the current decade as a period of tribulation. A specific claim is mentioned regarding a 2029 culmination date for the shift, based on interpretations of the Fatima apparitions and historical accounts from witnesses.

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Ras Ben | Yellow Fever: America’s First Plandemic & The Cycles Of Time
• 8:34 - 11:23

Ras Ben | Yellow Fever: America’s First Plandemic & The Cycles Of Time

Germantown Hidden History and American Royalty Bloodlines

Ross Ben describes Germantown, Philadelphia, as a "museum without walls" containing encoded history of American royalty. He highlights the Wistar family, noting their unique connections to papal lineages, and the Kelly family, specifically Grace Kelly's marriage into the Monégasque princely house. The neighborhood is presented as a nexus where the lineages of monarchs and popes intersect within a small geographic area.

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KJ Ozborne | The Beast System, The Spiritual Battle, & The Old Plan For New Man
• 13:13 - 18:24

KJ Ozborne | The Beast System, The Spiritual Battle, & The Old Plan For New Man

Muslim Influence on Symbolism, Global Religion and the Pope

KJ Osborne acknowledges the influence of Muslim researchers on his understanding of end-times symbolism, specifically citing the series The Arrivals and the concept of the Dajjal. The conversation explores how secret societies and religious institutions, including the Vatican and Islam, may be working in unison toward a global "coexist" agenda. Osborne argues that this movement aims to marginalize traditional Christianity in favor of a unified spiritual system.

Dylan Louis Monroe | The Q Web, The Deep State Mapping Project, & The Conspiracy Art Awakening
• 15:57 - 19:07

Dylan Louis Monroe | The Q Web, The Deep State Mapping Project, & The Conspiracy Art Awakening

Jesuit Power, Black Pope and Conspiratorial Bibliography

Dylan Lewis Monroe details his research into the Jesuits, describing them as founders of globalism who facilitated the Dutch East India Company. He cites Bill Cooper’s "Behold a Pale Horse" and David Icke’s "The Biggest Secret" as foundational texts for his mapping project. The segment also introduces the concept of the Black Pope as the true power behind the Vatican.