

Chris Knowles
Author, researcher and synchromystic cultural analyst known for the Secret Sun blog and work on X-Files lore and conspiratorial/parapolitical topics; author of XF-ULTRA and guest on The Higherside Chats to discuss the book and related investigations (including commentary on Anne Heche).
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Jun 1, 2025 • 1h 25min
Chris Knowles | Lucifer’s Technologies, Demon Alchemy, & The Roswell-crucians
Chris Knowles, a researcher and founder of the Secret Sun blog, delves into fascinating themes like the occult symbolism behind space missions and the potential rituals tied to technological advancements. He discusses the controversial Collins Elite, viewing the Roswell incident as a staged event linked to demonic alchemy. Knowles also connects ancient mythologies with contemporary narratives, emphasizing the military-industrial complex's role. From rituals of the cosmos to AI's impact on society, this conversation unveils a complex tapestry of history and belief.

Sep 28, 2025 • 1h 36min
Chris Knowles | XF-ULTRA, Conspiracy Culture, & Anne Heche
Chris Knowles, an author and cultural analyst renowned for his insights on conspiracy culture and The X-Files, takes listeners on a captivating journey through his new book, XF-ULTRA. He discusses deep connections between the show and real-world conspiracies, including the mysterious death of Anne Heche. Knowles reveals how hallucinogens play a critical role in X-Files narratives and examines unsettling patterns surrounding Heche's death. With links to cultural zeitgeist events and synchronicities, this conversation unveils layers of intrigue in both pop culture and covert operations.

Dec 31, 2025 • 1h 36min
Chris Knowles & Gordon White on Year Review and 2026 Predictions
Chris Knowles, an occult researcher and blogger, joins Gordon White, an occultist and founder of Runesoup, to analyze the tumultuous events of 2025 and peek into the future. They coin 'slop' to describe widespread societal decline and discuss the collapse of traditional rituals and propaganda spells. With geopolitical turmoil and an aging Europe, they predict messy conflicts instead of full-scale wars. Their insights also touch on the erosion of media reliability, consumer culture, and the importance of personal archives in a chaotic world.

Oct 10, 2025 • 2h 6min
Chris Knowles on The X-Files & Conspiracy Culture
Chris Knowles, a researcher and author with a focus on occult and conspiracy culture, dives deep into The X-Files and its lasting influence. He discusses how the series reflects psychological operations and conspiratorial themes surrounding the National Security State. Knowles critiques the show's later seasons and critiques modern fandom's toxicity. He also examines the show's role as a release valve for 1990s trauma, intertwining nostalgia with themes of truth and alien mythology. Fans are urged to revisit the series for its rich subtext.

Jul 1, 2023 • 1h 56min
The Fall of The West | Chris Knowles
The one, the only Christopher Knowles returns to the show this week for a breezy romp through our near-term future. No, seriously. The end of the west offers perhaps the best time in centuries to be a weird kid. Chris and I talk about the latest UFO nonsense, modern parallels to the fall of Rome, just how long collapses actually take and what they look like for those of us who came to earth to live through one. Combined with last week's astro forecast, this is a really great discussion to have and a collection of worthy points to table in the lead-up to the final AI solo show. There's just one more piece to play coming up and then we can release those particular robot hounds. But until then, settle in and enjoy the Gospel according to Knowles! Show Notes The Secret Sun. The Secret Sun on Patreon. Chris on Twitter.


