Higherside Chats with Greg Carlwood (October 12, 2026)
Summary
Greg Carlwood of Higher Side Chats joins The Secret Teachings to discuss the evolution of conspiracy culture, noting how political mainstreaming and attention-driven content have diluted genuine inquiry. They debate the validity of modern theories like Flat Earth and Tartaria, arguing that while some claims lack context, the underlying mystery traditions and esoteric sciences remain significant. The conversation shifts to practical resilience, advocating for local food systems and community relationships as a way to navigate potential economic controls and maintain personal autonomy.
Topics discussed
Intro: The 'quick stop' that becomes an adventure
Show intro, back catalog, and social media links
Guest background: Starting Higher Side Chats in 2010
The mainstreaming and dilution of conspiracy theories
Practicality of conspiracy knowledge vs. daily life
Debating specific theories: Tartaria, serpents, and World's Fairs
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World's Fairs, Japanese architecture, and viral misinformation
Social media engagement, bans, and algorithmic quirks
Practical resistance: Supporting local ranchers and food systems
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Local actions: HOAs, school nutrition, and community health
Japan as a model: Culture, education, and EMF concerns
Sponsored segment: PrEP for women
Government malice vs. incompetence and the trust deficit
The spiritual crisis: Christianity, atheism, and Zionism
Gnosticism, cult accusations, and the Jay Dyer controversy
Social media outrage, cancel culture, and fake debates
Sponsored segment: California manufacturing and agriculture
Gnostic theology, suffering, and the concept of old souls
Sponsored segments: PrEP and Aquaphor
Japanese child abuse guidelines and breaking generational cycles
Apocalyptic narratives, war, and the hope for decentralization
Resource wars, astrology interpretations, and modern comforts
Hinduism, sacred fluids, and questioning spiritual authorities
Morality, the Decalogue, and the cyclical nature of religion
Book recommendations and the future of podcast distribution
Outro: Book promotion and final sign-off
Sponsored segment: Staples custom prints
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