Topic: Propaganda

Propaganda comes up in 162 chapters across 129 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from February 2012 to September 2026.

February 2012 September 2026

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Kurt Metzger | Roasting The Critics, Monarch Ritual Trauma, & The Noahide Techno-state
• 56:17 - 59:50

Kurt Metzger | Roasting The Critics, Monarch Ritual Trauma, & The Noahide Techno-state

Post-Interview Reflections on Joe Rogan and Elephant Graveyard

Greg Carlwood reflects on the interview, noting Kurt Metzger's "eidetic memory" and stream-of-consciousness style. He addresses the heavy focus on Joe Rogan, explaining that the "Elephant Graveyard" video criticizing the Rogan sphere had just been released. Carlwood shares Metzger's theory that the video is a state-sponsored "blue team" attack funded by the Canadian government to tear down independent media.

Iain Davis | The Technocratic Dark State, AI Everything, & The Neo-nerd Nexus
• 45:07 - 49:29

Iain Davis | The Technocratic Dark State, AI Everything, & The Neo-nerd Nexus

Smart Meters and Behavioral Choice Environments

Ian Davis describes how smart meters facilitate a two-way data flow that allows utility companies to remotely disable appliances during peak times. He argues that the constant stream of global propaganda is necessary because individuals still possess the power of choice. The technocratic goal is to create a "choice environment" where non-compliance becomes practically impossible.

Iain Davis | The Technocratic Dark State, AI Everything, & The Neo-nerd Nexus
• 1:25:44 - 1:30:07

Iain Davis | The Technocratic Dark State, AI Everything, & The Neo-nerd Nexus

Iran Missile Strikes and the Fog of War

The discussion turns to recent missile strikes in Iran and the difficulty of verifying information in the modern media landscape. Davis points out the strange economic interdependencies in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, such as Russia paying gas transit fees to Ukraine. He suggests that these conflicts are often managed to destabilize supply chains and benefit multi-billionaires through market manipulation.

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• 1:01:05 - 1:03:41

WAR MODE | WAR MODE WAR MODE WAR MODE WAR MODE

QAnon Propaganda, Mastermind Groups, and Shifting Interests

The guests admit to being influenced by QAnon propaganda in 2017 before realizing it was a psychological operation. They discuss the value of "mastermind" groups and listening to researchers like Gordon White and Chris Knowles to understand high-level geopolitical shifts. The conversation reflects on how their interests have evolved from permanent beliefs to a more fluid, non-committal exploration of truth.

Andrew Hall | Electric Universe Geology, Megalithic Cultures, & Bigfoot
• 1:44 - 4:59

Andrew Hall | Electric Universe Geology, Megalithic Cultures, & Bigfoot

Challenging the Controlled Cultural Paradigm and Scientific Narratives

The discussion opens with a critique of the current economic and cultural structures designed to keep the population struggling while presenting a false sense of complete scientific understanding. Andrew Hall shares his background as an engineer in the power and oil industries, explaining how his dissatisfaction with general relativity and the Big Bang theory led him to the Electric Universe movement. He posits that suppressed energy systems and insights into the natural world are being mocked to preserve pre-approved societal perspectives.

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Jay Dyer | Esoteric Hollywood 3, Movie Mind Control, & The Hero’s Journey
• 1:16:35 - 1:19:48

Jay Dyer | Esoteric Hollywood 3, Movie Mind Control, & The Hero’s Journey

Iran Conflict, Wag the Dog and Staged Imagery

Greg Carlwood comments on the escalating conflict in Iran, specifically a reported strike on a school that resulted in high civilian casualties. He compares the emotional manipulation of war imagery to the film Wag the Dog, questioning the authenticity of certain viral photos like a "bloody backpack." He urges listeners to be cautious of handpicked, potentially AI-generated or staged images designed to trigger specific emotional responses for political ends.

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Guy Anderson | Tesla, Cabbage Patch Kid Cloning, & The Lost Empire Of Tartaria
• 33:43 - 37:55

Guy Anderson | Tesla, Cabbage Patch Kid Cloning, & The Lost Empire Of Tartaria

World's Fairs, Temporary Cities and Cultural Re-education

World's Fairs are characterized as re-education events used to introduce the public to the "new world" after a reset. Anderson argues that the "White Cities" and ornate architecture seen at these fairs were pre-existing structures rather than temporary buildings made of plaster. He suggests these events were used to showcase the inheritance of the old world as new inventions by emerging corporations like Coca-Cola.

BX | Satanic Accelerationism: Digital Predators, 764, & Order Of Nine Angles
• 33:00 - 37:05

BX | Satanic Accelerationism: Digital Predators, 764, & Order Of Nine Angles

Niner Manipulation Tactics, Whitey Bulger Comparison

Members of the Order of Nine Angles, known as "Niners," utilize polite and strategic manipulation to influence investigators and public perception. They often push the narrative that certain violent subgroups are federal honeypots to distance the core organization from criminal prosecution. This dynamic is compared to the Whitey Bulger case, where a criminal leader was protected by corrupt handlers while eliminating his competition.

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Etienne De La Boetie 2 | Mind Control America, The Statism Psyop, & The Art of Liberty
• 1:08:35 - 1:11:39

Etienne De La Boetie 2 | Mind Control America, The Statism Psyop, & The Art of Liberty

Generational Propaganda, The Risks of Societal Collapse

Greg Carlwood reflects on a cultural shift where younger generations are being engineered to hate the state, potentially to facilitate a transition into a global control system. He expresses concern that those calling for a total collapse of the American system lack the grit and skills to survive the resulting chaos. The frustration of younger people is acknowledged as a response to a rigged economic game.

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Professor Jiang Xueqin | Predictive History, Western Collapse, & The Ivy League Issue
• 1:16:36 - 1:21:30

Professor Jiang Xueqin | Predictive History, Western Collapse, & The Ivy League Issue

Modern Mysticism and Lizard People in the Plus Segment

Carlwood previews the second hour of the interview available to "Plus" members, noting that Professor Jiang reveals a more mystical side, including discussions of elite communication with "dark beings" and "lizard people." The host expresses surprise at Jiang's willingness to discuss these fringe topics alongside his logical geopolitical analysis. He also notes that Jiang's insights into China were more candid than expected, providing a rare look past standard propaganda.

Seriah Azkath | The Paranormal Subculture, High Strangeness, & Magical Practice
• 40:12 - 42:38

Seriah Azkath | The Paranormal Subculture, High Strangeness, & Magical Practice

Government Propaganda, Disclosure and Nuclear Interference

The validity of government-led UFO disclosure is questioned, with the hosts asserting that the state primarily uses such information for propaganda. They discuss reports of UFOs disabling or activating nuclear missiles in the U.S. and Russia. Recent whistleblowers and "Tic Tac" videos are viewed with skepticism, characterized as potentially staged or lesser versions of information already known to the research community.

Dr. Alexis Cowan | The Sunlight Psyop, Blue Light Conspiracy, & Your Solar Callus
• 1:11:55 - 1:14:21

Dr. Alexis Cowan | The Sunlight Psyop, Blue Light Conspiracy, & Your Solar Callus

Light Pilling, Protégés of Dr. Jack Kruse

The discussion concludes with a reflection on the "light pill" and the importance of health optimization as a defense against technocratic shifts. Dr. Cowan is highlighted as a prominent protégé of Dr. Jack Kruse, following in the footsteps of previous guests like Jackie Jolie. The host emphasizes that while geopolitical issues are pressing, personal biological optimization through light and nature is a more actionable and vital pursuit for the individual.

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Gordon White | Cycle Updates, The Conspiracy Slider, & The Shaman’s Devil
• 33:30 - 39:54

Gordon White | Cycle Updates, The Conspiracy Slider, & The Shaman’s Devil

The Possessing Spirit of War and Mass Propaganda

Gordon White warns against the "possessing spirit of war," an ancient imaginal force that he claims is currently affecting populations in Europe and the West. He notes how previously peaceable individuals have suddenly adopted a "bloodlust" regarding the conflict with Vladimir Putin and Russia. Referencing Charles Eisenstein, the discussion suggests that people cannot be reasoned out of positions they were "unreasoned" into by propaganda.

Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures
• 0:13 - 2:39

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

Joe Atwell, Caesar's Messiah Author Returns

Host Greg Carlwood introduces author Joe Atwell for his third appearance on the program. Atwell is recognized for his books Caesar's Messiah and Shakespeare's Secret Messiah, which argue that the New Testament and Shakespearean works were crafted as state propaganda. The discussion is framed around the idea that cultural and political shifts are often engineered by the CIA or billionaire funders rather than being organic movements.

Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures
• 14:05 - 18:21

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

Donald Trump, Political Oscillations and Historical Actors

The conversation shifts to Donald Trump, whom Atwell characterizes as a "lifetime actor" and a "converso" whose role is to create a political oscillation back toward traditional imagery. Atwell compares modern political maneuvering to the actions of General Ludendorff, who allegedly facilitated the rise of both Lenin and Hitler. He suggests that Trump’s opposition to the "Brave New World" agenda of the Obama and Biden administrations may be a sophisticated form of propaganda.

Joe Atwill | The Hidden Hand of Power, Economic Upheaval, & Ruined Cultures
• 43:58 - 47:44

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

Social Control, Media Skepticism and the 10% Threshold

Joe Atwell asserts that history and literature are elements of social control developed by an "old dark class." He argues that propaganda is vulnerable to skepticism and that the political system cannot function if 10% of the public becomes "clear-minded." He cites the COVID-19 pandemic as a turning point where many people began to recognize "mono-think" and sought alternative perspectives.

Matthew J. Bell | Twilight Language, The Rebirth of Pan, & The Occult Advisors Of The Ruling Class
• 31:16 - 33:47

Matthew J. Bell | Twilight Language, The Rebirth of Pan, & The Occult Advisors Of The Ruling Class

Spiritual Advisors and the Manufacturing of Necessary Illusions

The hosts discuss the role of "establishment theologians" like Reinhold Niebuhr, whom Barack Obama cited as a favorite philosopher. Niebuhr’s concept of "necessary illusions" is linked to Noam Chomsky’s analysis of propaganda and Plato’s "noble lie." This framework suggests that elites use spiritual or philosophical justifications to manage the masses.

Schwab | Hollywood Trickster Imps, Goblin Markets, & The Psycho-metabolism
• 5:07 - 11:03

Schwab | Hollywood Trickster Imps, Goblin Markets, & The Psycho-metabolism

Shirley Temple, Mary Pickford, and Hollywood Woman-Child Archetypes

The discussion examines the "Girl Boss Ex Machina" essay, focusing on how Hollywood utilized Mary Pickford and Shirley Temple to create a "woman-child" archetype during the Great Depression. Franklin D. Roosevelt praised Temple's films as a therapeutic distraction for a suffering public, while the industry used veneers and adult styling to make the child star appear as a "knowing innocent." This aesthetic served as a focused beam of propaganda that projected an idealized, hyper-real version of American purity.

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Schwab | Hollywood Trickster Imps, Goblin Markets, & The Psycho-metabolism
• 32:55 - 36:07

Schwab | Hollywood Trickster Imps, Goblin Markets, & The Psycho-metabolism

Space Goblins and the Inversion of Folklore

The visions provided by extraterrestrial entities often mimic the tropes of folklore and modern propaganda, such as the "nuclear winter" model. By using the "Grey" archetype—which aligns perfectly with the historical goblin archetype—these entities tap into ancestral memories to change the material of a person's identity. The guest argues that these encounters are a form of ritual theater designed to psychically map and modify human belief structures.

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Monica Perez | L.A. Fire Aftermath, Jim Keith, Whistleblowers, & Trumpnocracy
• 3:09 - 5:27

Monica Perez | L.A. Fire Aftermath, Jim Keith, Whistleblowers, & Trumpnocracy

Monica Perez, Behavioral Science and the Silicon Valley Upgrade

Monica Perez joins the program to discuss the history of mind control and the current digital centralization of American society. The introduction highlights her background as an investment banker with degrees from Harvard and Stanford, as well as her transition into conspiratorial podcasting. Her work focuses on analyzing political machinations and historical texts regarding the engineering of human consciousness.