Topic: Syria

Syria comes up in 26 chapters across 21 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from September 2013 to October 2025.

September 2013 October 2025

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Jeremy Rothe-Kushel & Greg McCarron | Deceptive Dialectics, Kompromat, & The Israel-Russia Relationship
• 41:20 - 45:26

Jeremy Rothe-Kushel & Greg McCarron | Deceptive Dialectics, Kompromat, & The Israel-Russia Relationship

Putin-Netanyahu Synergy, Syrian Conflict and Refugee Crises

The speakers discuss the frequent meetings between Putin and Netanyahu and their shared strategy regarding the global war on terror. They argue that both leaders benefited from the rise of ISIS and the subsequent refugee crisis in Europe to install populist leaders like Donald Trump. This "clean break" strategy involves bringing Middle Eastern conflicts to Western home fronts through culture wars.

John Michael Greer | Political Sorcery, Will, & Weaponized Magic
• 25:41 - 28:22

John Michael Greer | Political Sorcery, Will, & Weaponized Magic

Voter Motivations, Hillary Clinton and War Risks

Voters in flyover country, specifically the North Central Appalachians, supported Donald Trump largely due to fears of new foreign wars. Hillary Clinton's foreign policy record in Libya and her rhetoric regarding a no-fly zone in Syria led military families to believe her presidency would result in increased American casualties.

Charlie Robinson | The Controlled Demolition Of The American Empire & Agenda 2030
• 18:14 - 21:17

Charlie Robinson | The Controlled Demolition Of The American Empire & Agenda 2030

Post-9/11 Foreign Policy, Abusive Relationship Government Analogy

The narrative critiques American foreign policy following the September 11 attacks, characterizing the invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq as predatory actions. Robinson compares the citizen-state dynamic to an abusive relationship or an alcoholic family structure. He suggests that while the end of the empire may be painful, it is a necessary step for global recovery.

Whitney Webb | The CTI League, The Maxwell Sisters, & Israeli Intelligence
• 50:59 - 54:08

Whitney Webb | The CTI League, The Maxwell Sisters, & Israeli Intelligence

Middle East Hegemony, Iran Hawks and Hillary Clinton Emails

Israeli officials, including Benjamin Netanyahu, have long lobbied for the US to take military action against Iraq and Iran to ensure regional hegemony. Leaked emails from Hillary Clinton suggest that overthrowing the Assad government in Syria was viewed as a primary benefit for Israel. This strategy aligns with the "seven countries in five years" plan described by General Wesley Clark following the September 11 attacks.

Chris Knowles | A Synchromystic State Of The Union, The Great Seal, Lyra & The Space Altar
• 39:11 - 42:23

Chris Knowles | A Synchromystic State Of The Union, The Great Seal, Lyra & The Space Altar

Meteor Showers, Syrian Rocket Strikes and Khashoggi Murder

The 2018 rocket strikes in Syria are linked to the Lyrids meteor shower, suggesting a script of "sympathetic magic." Knowles also connects the murder of Jamal Khashoggi to the start of the Orionids, which were historically identified with the Nephilim. The segment concludes with speculation on the star Betelgeuse going supernova in 2020.

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Jordan Sather | Q Anon, Celebrity Suicides, Space Force, & The Deep State War
• 48:34 - 50:59

Jordan Sather | Q Anon, Celebrity Suicides, Space Force, & The Deep State War

AI Theories, Human Interaction and Vladimir Putin

The theory that Q is an artificial intelligence is dismissed based on human interactions and technical constraints on the 8chan platform. The conversation shifts to Vladimir Putin, with Sather referencing a viral video where he claims Trump and Putin are "trolling the world" together. Putin is framed as an opponent of the deep state who has publicly criticized the rise of satanism in Western elite circles.

Gordon White | The Dominant Of Witchcraft: Charles Fort, Elite Rituals, & Space Scouts
• 13:21 - 15:55

Gordon White | The Dominant Of Witchcraft: Charles Fort, Elite Rituals, & Space Scouts

Personal Responsibility and the Pivot of Empire

The hosts discuss how social media allows people to complain without taking meaningful action against the underlying structures of empire. White observes a "glass half full" silver lining where the current administration's lack of likability has made the public more willing to criticize drone strikes and foreign interventions that were previously ignored. The goal is identified as moving toward an awareness that the fundamental problem is empire itself.

Jimmy Dore joins the stage to discuss the "Deep State" sabotage of Barack Obama’s 2016 peace deal with Russia regarding Syria. Dore claims the U.S. intentionally bombed 100 Syrian soldiers to end information sharing with Russia. He further criticizes the White Helmets and the lack of public understanding regarding the petrodollar's role in foreign policy.

THC & TFH Live | Steve Lee, Jimmy Dore, Eddie Bravo, John Tole, Brendon Walsh, Vanessa Johnston & Gareth Reynolds
• 1:32:44 - 1:34:48

THC & TFH Live | Steve Lee, Jimmy Dore, Eddie Bravo, John Tole, Brendon Walsh, Vanessa Johnston & Gareth Reynolds

Syria No-Fly Zone, War Conditioning and Pasadena Helicopters

Jimmy Dore argues that a Hillary Clinton presidency would have led to World War III due to her proposed "no-fly zone" in Syria. The panel discusses how the public is being "conditioned" for war through constant media coverage of gunfire. They also joke about the frequent helicopter activity over their homes in Pasadena and West LA.

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Steven Snider aka Recluse | Nazi Occultism, Deep State Magic, & The Nine
• 51:50 - 55:20

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Nazi Occultism, Deep State Magic, & The Nine

Trump Administration, Syria Airstrikes and China Geopolitics

The conversation analyzes Donald Trump's shift from an "America First" stance to globalist military interventions, such as airstrikes in Syria. Recluse suggests this reflects a dispute within the deep state over whether Russia or China poses the greater threat to Pax Americana. While the Clinton faction focused on Russia and Europe, the Trump-aligned hawks appear more concerned with the economic and military rise of China in the Far East.

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Nazi Occultism, Deep State Magic, & The Nine
• 55:20 - 57:35

Steven Snider aka Recluse | Nazi Occultism, Deep State Magic, & The Nine

Jared Kushner, Sheldon Adelson and Middle East Policy

Recluse identifies Jared Kushner as the primary liaison between the Trump administration and the Jewish elite, noting his role in securing backing from Sheldon Adelson. He suggests Kushner and Israel’s obsession with destabilizing Iran influenced the escalation in Syria. This has led to internal friction within the National Security Council between hawks like H.R. McMaster and more reluctant military leaders like James Mattis.

Gordon White | Depolarization, Decentralization, & Jack Sparrow
• 19:53 - 22:00

Gordon White | Depolarization, Decentralization, & Jack Sparrow

Deep State Factions, Jared Kushner and Geopolitical Shifts

The discussion examines the infighting between different factions of the "Deep State" during the Trump administration. Specific attention is given to Jared Kushner's influence, his alleged ties to George Soros, and his role in the removal of Steve Bannon from the National Security Council. The hosts speculate on whether these shifts led to the escalation of military actions in Syria and Afghanistan.

Gordon White | Depolarization, Decentralization, & Jack Sparrow
• 22:01 - 25:04

Gordon White | Depolarization, Decentralization, & Jack Sparrow

Debt Ceiling Strategy, US Treasury Yields and Federal Reorganization

White analyzes the timing of military strikes in Syria and North Korea as a move to increase demand for long-term US treasuries. He suggests this was a calculated CEO-style move by the Trump administration to improve the US debt position ahead of debt ceiling discussions. The segment also touches on the proposed 2018 budget as the largest reorganization of the federal government in history.

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F. William Engdahl | The Lost Hegemon, The Oligarchs’ Decline, & What Comes Next
• 32:19 - 36:15

F. William Engdahl | The Lost Hegemon, The Oligarchs’ Decline, & What Comes Next

Obama Administration, Wall Street, and the Syrian Conflict

The Obama administration is characterized as being controlled by Wall Street interests, specifically through appointments influenced by Robert Rubin of Goldman Sachs. Despite his Nobel Peace Prize, Obama continued military expansion in Afghanistan and Syria. The failure to oust Bashar al-Assad is cited as a sign that the "Lost Hegemon" is losing its ability to dictate global outcomes.

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Donald Marshall | Disclosure Updates On The Illuminati Vril Cloning Centers
• 1:03:42 - 1:07:15

Donald Marshall | Disclosure Updates On The Illuminati Vril Cloning Centers

Vladimir Putin, Reverse Psychology and Future Justice

Marshall warns that positive media portrayals of Vladimir Putin are a form of reverse psychology, labeling him a figure close to the Antichrist. He predicts a future where he will hold political authority and imprison those who participated in the cloning system. He claims that the public will eventually support him once the "consciousness transfer" technology is fully understood.

Ole Dammegard | Problems With Paris and San Bernardino: False Flags and Faux Terror
• 1:00:22 - 1:03:48

Ole Dammegard | Problems With Paris and San Bernardino: False Flags and Faux Terror

Identity Theft, Syrian Refugees and Facebook Profile Filters

The discussion touches on the survival of several 9/11 hijackers as evidence of identity theft in false flag operations. Dammegard criticizes the rapid deployment of the French flag filter on Facebook, calling it "product placement" for tragedy. He argues that the refugee crisis is a direct result of Western bombing campaigns and is being used to foster "divide and conquer" sentiment.

Graham Hancock | Magicians of the Gods, Atlantis, & The Ancient Impacts
• 13:02 - 14:29

Graham Hancock | Magicians of the Gods, Atlantis, & The Ancient Impacts

Ancient Nuclear War Claims, Syrian Impact Evidence, Global Fingerprints

The discussion addresses whether the high-heat signatures of comet impacts could explain the sheets of sand glass found in deserts, which some fringe researchers attribute to ancient nuclear warfare. Evidence of the Younger Dryas event extends from North America across the Atlantic to Northern Europe and as far east as Syria. This widespread geological fingerprint suggests a singular global cataclysm rather than localized man-made events.

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Crrow777 | The Paris Attacks, Skywatching Weirdness, & The Reality Ruse
• 5:59 - 8:12

Crrow777 | The Paris Attacks, Skywatching Weirdness, & The Reality Ruse

European Refugee Crisis and Social Program Manipulation

Speculation arises regarding the influx of Syrian refugees into Europe, suggesting the elite are using the crisis to stress and dismantle European social programs. The discovery of Syrian passports near the Paris attack sites is characterized as a plant intended to manipulate the population into a right-wing, anti-immigrant mindset. This strategy is described as a "mind weapon" designed to sow discord and justify the removal of civil rights.

Jen Briney | Our Corrupt Congress, The WTO, & The Push For Global Corporate Takeover
• 39:21 - 42:29

Jen Briney | Our Corrupt Congress, The WTO, & The Push For Global Corporate Takeover

Media Distractions, Voice Votes and Accountability

Mainstream media coverage often focuses on "pageant" topics like the Kardashians, Planned Parenthood, or the 2016 election debates while ignoring significant legislation and international conflicts in Syria. Many bills in the House are passed via "voice vote" under a suspension of the rules, a tactic that prevents a recorded vote and shields individual congressmen from accountability. Over the summer of 2015, a significant majority of bills were passed using this method to avoid public scrutiny.

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Gerald Clark | The Anunnaki, New World Order, & The Hidden Battle For Humanity
• 1:06:07 - 1:09:08

Gerald Clark | The Anunnaki, New World Order, & The Hidden Battle For Humanity

World War III, Syria and The Georgia Guidestones

Current global events, including the conflict in Syria and the Ebola outbreak, are framed as the beginning of World War III and a "Great Culling." The appearance of a "2014" cube on the Georgia Guidestones is cited as evidence of an elite plan to reduce the global population and protect the petrodollar.