Book one explains the process of obtaining these "interviews from people on the Flipside." Jennifer Shaffer is a renowned medium and intuitive who works with law enforcement in the US to help find missing persons. Richard Martini is a best-selling author who either knew the people they seek to interview, or their class moderator Luana Anders (on the flipside) helps moderate the discussions. Each chapter is an exploration of what is said, research is done to verify details that are heard, and observations of the process are made.

People "accessed" via this process:

• "A Class in Translation": The genesis of the classroom model for chatting with the flipside.
• "Open yourself up to the possibility": Atheist and actor Harry Dean Stanton proves he's on the flipside.
• "The Concierge of Connectedness": Part two of Harry Dean's interview after his memorial service.
• "He's Over Your Shoulder": Michael Newton makes an appearance during a session.
• "Faster, Smarter, More Efficient": Michael gives noetic science advice on how to communicate with the flipside.
• "Harvard to Oxford and Back": Atheist and freethinker Julian Baird reports on his crossing over.
• "Backstage Pass": Tom Petty makes an appearance in our class, coming up with the name for the book.
• "The Cowboy Buddha": Actor Rance Howard reports who was there to greet him on the flipside.
• "Irony": Robin Williams continues to give us advice on his journey into the flipside.
• "It's Fun. I Can Fly": Bill Paxton proves that he's aware of where he is on the flipside.
• "I Love Him": Part two of "Talking to My Old Friend Billy."
• "Surfing the Ethers": Prince makes an appearance to give afterlife advice.
• "Don't lose the attachment": Part two of Prince's journey.
• "It's My Party": Famed film director speaks to an old friend on the other side.
• "Existential Happiness": A group chat with members of the class, including Amelia Earhart.