Topic: Scams

Greg Carlwood introduces Etienne de la Boetie Squared, founder of the Art of Liberty Foundation and author of the new book To See The Cage Is To Leave It. The discussion previews 25 techniques used by a small elite to control the masses through subtle conditioning and manipulative mind control. The segment establishes the premise that government functions as a cold engine of exploitation run by intergenerational organized crime families.

The host delivers a pitch for the "Plus" membership of The Higher Side Chats, critiquing the traditional podcast advertising model. He expresses skepticism toward hosts who promote products like "boner pills," "athletic health powders," and "Irish titles," which he characterizes as scams or low-quality goods. The segment outlines the benefits of the $8 monthly subscription, including two-hour episodes, a decade-long archive, a mobile-optimized website, and exclusive forum access. Alternative support methods via Patreon, crypto addresses, and a PO box for cash or checks are also mentioned.

Drawing on his three decades in Hollywood casting, Craig Campobasso addresses the history of child actor exploitation, starting with Jackie Coogan. While he has not personally witnessed physical abuse, he discusses the financial scams that target parents of aspiring actors. He emphasizes the importance of vetting acting coaches and photographers to avoid "fly-by-night" organizations.

The Galt's Gulch Chile project, intended as a libertarian haven, resulted in a major financial disaster due to a fraudulent partner. Approximately $10 million was invested before it was discovered that the lead developer had manipulated ownership records. Recent developments in Chilean courts suggest that investors may finally recover the land, potentially allowing the project to resume after years of litigation.

Rick Simpson issues a stern warning regarding the proliferation of con artists using his name and likeness to sell fraudulent oil. He clarifies that he has no affiliations with any commercial entities or foundations, specifically naming the Phoenix Tears Foundation in Colorado as an organization he does not support. Listeners are directed to his official website, phoenixtears.ca, for free instructions on how to produce the oil correctly.

Shahed Hussain, described as a "super informant," maintained a criminal history including murder accusations in Pakistan and a DMV fraud scam in New York. The FBI utilizes such individuals, including child molesters and violent criminals, because their sociopathic tendencies allow them to build and then betray long-term friendships for profit. These informants are often granted immunity for their own crimes in exchange for securing terrorism convictions against others, raising ethical questions about the government's use of "bigger fish" to catch "smaller fish."