Topic: Triggers

Triggers comes up in 17 chapters across 16 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from November 2012 to July 2026.

November 2012 July 2026

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Bernhard Guenther | Psycho-spiritual Development For The Conspiratorial Mind, Vaccine beings, & Seeds For The Next Cycle
• 20:02 - 25:23

Bernhard Guenther | Psycho-spiritual Development For The Conspiratorial Mind, Vaccine beings, & Seeds For The Next Cycle

Epstein Files, Satanic Ritual Abuse, and Psychological Triggers

The host questions how shadow work applies to extreme external evils like the Jeffrey Epstein case or ritual abuse, noting that such topics naturally cause anger and sadness. Gunther clarifies that while some triggers point to personal shadow issues, others involve a "collective shadow" that society is not yet ready to face. He uses "Trump Derangement Syndrome" as an example of how political polarization often stems from unexamined psychological projections.

Jasun Horsley | Agents Of The Second Matrix, Traumagenesis, & Prisoners of Infinity
• 15:21 - 20:03

Jasun Horsley | Agents Of The Second Matrix, Traumagenesis, & Prisoners of Infinity

Ruthlessness in Truth-Seeking versus Social Politeness

The conversation shifts to Horsley's blunt communication style, which he defends as a necessary rejection of a "culture of being nice" that he views as a psychological operation. He argues that truth-seekers must be held to a high standard of accountability regarding the symbols and narratives they promote. The host counters by suggesting Horsley may have a superiority complex regarding his own developmental journey.

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John Kirwin | The Conspiracy Theorist Survival Guide & Advice For Persecuted Truthers
• 38:15 - 40:56

John Kirwin | The Conspiracy Theorist Survival Guide & Advice For Persecuted Truthers

Obsession as Attack Vector, Social Shaming Tactics

John Kirwin discusses how "normies" use the label of "obsession" as an ad hominem attack to disqualify truthers. He shares an anecdote about a pastor who called him "nuts" during a mediation session regarding his marriage. Kirwin suggests using a specific phrase—"I may be mistaken but I am not crazy"—to counter disrespectful social shaming from family members.

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Tony Merkel | The Confessionals: Cryptids, Portals, & The Paranormal
• 35:32 - 38:42

Tony Merkel | The Confessionals: Cryptids, Portals, & The Paranormal

MKUltra Triggers and the Hollywood Meat Grinder

Greg Carlwood shares an anecdote about meeting a woman in Los Angeles who had a violent emotional reaction to the word "MKUltra," suggesting the presence of implanted triggers. Tony Merkel corroborates this by discussing his interviews with victims who describe "zombie mode" behaviors. Merkel plans to host an MKUltra roundtable to allow survivors to compare their experiences and programming notes.

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Elana Freeland | Geoengineered Transhumanism, Humanity 2.0, & The Esoteric Agenda
• 1:02:23 - 1:03:57

Elana Freeland | Geoengineered Transhumanism, Humanity 2.0, & The Esoteric Agenda

David Icke and Chris Bennett Book Comparisons

Greg Carlwood reflects on the interview and the physical scale of Ilana Freeland's new book, comparing its thickness to David Icke's The Trigger and Chris Bennett's Liber 420. He expresses a desire to have had the book in advance to ask more specific questions about the evidence presented. Carlwood notes the difficulty of keeping up with the rapid pace of news in the COVID-19 conspiracy space.

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John Michael Greer | Political Sorcery, Will, & Weaponized Magic
• 4:18 - 7:19

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

Defining Magic, Advertising as Modern Sorcery

Magic is defined as the art and science of causing change in consciousness in accordance with will, referencing the work of Dion Fortune. The discussion illustrates this through modern advertising, specifically how billboard campaigns for soft drinks use non-rational psychological triggers to associate products with wealth, beauty, and social success.

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David Icke | The Trigger: The Satanic Death Cult Behind 9/11 & Why
• 1:30 - 3:56

David Icke | The Trigger: The Satanic Death Cult Behind 9/11 & Why

David Icke, The Trigger, and 9-11 Conspiracy Detailed

Greg Carlwood welcomes researcher David Icke to discuss his 800-page book, The Trigger, which examines the events of September 11, 2001. The discussion frames 9-11 as a false flag operation used by a power pyramid to establish an Orwellian surveillance state and a perpetual war cycle for the military-industrial complex.

David Icke | The Trigger: The Satanic Death Cult Behind 9/11 & Why
• 1:06:28 - 1:08:42

David Icke | The Trigger: The Satanic Death Cult Behind 9/11 & Why

9-11 Literature Comparison and Author Integrity

Greg Carlwood praises David Icke's integrity and compares The Trigger to other prominent 9-11 books by Dr. Judy Wood and S.K. Bane. He contrasts the detailed work of these independent researchers with the perceived failures and lack of transparency of the official 9-11 Commission Report.

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David Icke | True Reality, Archon Control, & The Big Conspiracy
• 1:05:39 - 1:10:44

David Icke | True Reality, Archon Control, & The Big Conspiracy

Renegade Film Release and The Trigger 9-11 Book

David Icke promotes his new feature film, "Renegade," which documents his life and work. He also announces his upcoming book, "The Trigger," scheduled for release on September 11th. Icke claims the book will provide a controversial analysis of the 9/11 attacks and reveal the true forces behind the event and the subsequent technological agenda.

Dr. Jacob Liberman | The Power Of Light, Sight, & The Art Of Living
• 17:19 - 21:06

Dr. Jacob Liberman | The Power Of Light, Sight, & The Art Of Living

Color Receptivity and the Chakra Energy System

Dr. Lieberman explains his method of using color analysis to identify unresolved emotional triggers stored in the DNA or subconscious. He notes a correlation between a person's discomfort with specific colors and physical issues in corresponding areas of the body, aligning with the traditional chakra system. By expanding a person's receptivity to the full light spectrum, he aims to reduce environmental reactivity and improve overall physiological harmony.

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Nick Redfern | Assassinations, Mind Control, Disney & The Dark State
• 15:59 - 19:38

Nick Redfern | Assassinations, Mind Control, Disney & The Dark State

Mind Control Hypotheses and the Manchurian Candidate Narrative

James Earl Ray's statement regarding his partial responsibility "without knowing it" is analyzed as a potential admission of being under a hypnotic trigger or mind control. Redfern compares Ray's situation to Lee Harvey Oswald's claim of being a patsy, suggesting both men were deliberately placed in compromising positions by handlers to create a convincing trail of evidence before the handlers vanished.

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THC 121: Adam Gorightly | Discordianism, Operation Mindfuck, & Famous Tricksters
• 22:31 - 25:57

THC 121: Adam Gorightly | Discordianism, Operation Mindfuck, & Famous Tricksters

Illuminatus Trilogy, Robert Anton Wilson and Playboy

The Illuminatus Trilogy, co-authored by Robert Anton Wilson and Robert Shea, was heavily influenced by Discordian philosophy and the authors' time as editors at Playboy. While working at the Playboy forum, Wilson and Shea received numerous letters about wild conspiracies, which they incorporated into their fiction. The trilogy serves as a primary entry point for many people into the world of Discordianism and the Bavarian Illuminati.

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THC 82: Jamie Hanshaw | Hollywood Mind Control & The Dark Side Of Disney
• 47:56 - 50:36

THC 82: Jamie Hanshaw | Hollywood Mind Control & The Dark Side Of Disney

Sacred Geometry, Mind Control Triggers, Mystery Science Theater Commentary

The use of sacred geometry and occult symbols by powerful organizations is explored as a method for achieving subtle but widespread influence. Hanshaw suggests that recognizing these "triggers" can prevent manipulation, and she expresses interest in creating commentary tracks similar to Mystery Science Theater to deconstruct the symbolism in Disney films.

THC 77: Elisa | A Recovering MK Ultra Mind Control Assassin
• 1:05:12 - 1:09:54

THC 77: Elisa | A Recovering MK Ultra Mind Control Assassin

Christian Bale and The Dark Knight Programming

Elisa details her obsessive behavior regarding Christian Bale's films, claiming she was triggered by "The Dark Knight" series. She describes a violent emotional reaction after watching a Batman film in 2008, which she attributes to her deep-seated programming. She also recounts a memory of a programming session involving a person who looked like Bale, surrounded by silent observers.

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THC 72: Lenon Honor | The Syria Simulation, Media Manipulation Cycles, & Doing Something Different
• 9:24 - 12:50

THC 72: Lenon Honor | The Syria Simulation, Media Manipulation Cycles, & Doing Something Different

Ten Media Trigger Stories Leading to September 11th Anniversaries

Lennon Honor outlines a predictable six-week media buildup of "trigger stories" that occur annually before the anniversary of September 11. These include reports on terror threats in Yemen, bomb threats, Al-Qaeda jailbreaks, TSA issues, and the reappearance of figures like Pastor Terry Jones. Honor claims these stories are not intended to report actual threats but to re-traumatize the public and encourage the externalization of power to the state.

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THC 52: Douglas Dietrich | Super Soldiers Conspiracy, Secret History, & Satanism in the Military
• 1:13:08 - 1:15:21

THC 52: Douglas Dietrich | Super Soldiers Conspiracy, Secret History, & Satanism in the Military

MKUltra Products, Political Compromise

MKUltra products are used to compromise politicians through sexual entrapment and blackmail, ensuring the continued flow of discretionary funding to the military. These conditioned individuals can be triggered by specific code words to perform assassinations or "murder-suicides" that destroy political bloodlines. The psychological intensity of these split personalities is occasionally referenced in popular culture, such as in Madonna's "Die Another Day" music video.

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THC 38: Marie D. Jones | Time Travel
• 10:43 - 13:12

THC 38: Marie D. Jones | Time Travel

Paranormal Triggers, Environmental and Physiological Influences on Experience

Marie D. Jones and co-author Larry Flaxman investigate why some individuals have paranormal experiences while others standing next to them do not. Using the Queen Mary as an example, she discusses how environmental and physiological triggers may act as mechanisms for these events. The segment references Terrence McKenna's idea of "operating systems" in the brain that filter reality based on personal frameworks.

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