# #deletethebag > A grueling Tesla road trip exposes the reality of electric vehicle range anxiety while the media machine pivots from Russian collusion to Facebook data privacy. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 1019 - **Published:** 2018-03-25 - **Length:** 2h 57m - **Topics:** Tesla Range, Cloud Act, [Cambridge Analytica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge-analytica.md), [March for Our Lives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/march-for-our-lives.md), Facebook Privacy, [John Bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), Count Dankula - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag ## About this episode A weekend test drive of the Tesla Model S reveals a massive gap between advertised specs and real-world utility, as the vehicle achieved only 180 miles of range against a 350-mile claim. The journey from Austin to Bryan-College Station exposed significant infrastructure hurdles, including a proprietary charging ecosystem that prioritizes data harvesting over user convenience. This technical failure serves as a backdrop for a broader critique of the electric vehicle industry’s move toward centralized control and operator complacency. The March for Our Lives protest in Washington, D.C., is analyzed as a highly produced media event featuring scripted rhetoric from student activists like David Hogg. While the Broward County Sheriff’s Office faces scrutiny for under-reporting crimes to manipulate performance metrics, the national narrative shifts toward the #DeleteFacebook movement following the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Whistleblower Christopher Wylie’s claims are contrasted with the Obama 2012 campaign’s own extensive use of Facebook data ingestion, suggesting a media double standard regarding political data mining. Meanwhile, President Trump signed a $1.3 trillion omnibus bill containing the Cloud Act, which significantly expands the Five Eyes surveillance network's reach into global data storage. Roseanne Barr challenges Jimmy Kimmel on political polarization, while a Pennsylvania school district makes headlines for arming students with buckets of river stones for defense. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak break down the "Value-for-Value" model during a slowdown in donations caused by East Coast storms. The episode concludes with a look at the Count Dankula Nazi pug conviction and the sudden shutdown of Craigslist personals following new anti-trafficking legislation. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/transcript.md. ### 1. Tesla Model S Performance, Range, and Charging Experience (0:00–10:52) A detailed account of a weekend test drive of a Tesla Model S reveals significant discrepancies between advertised specs and real-world performance. The vehicle, driven from Austin to Bryan-College Station, Texas, achieved approximately 180 miles of range despite claims of 350 miles. The experience was characterized by "white-knuckle" range anxiety, noisy low-profile tires, and a frustrating charging process at Texas A&M University that required specific membership apps rather than standard credit cards. Keywords: [tesla model s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla-model-s.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [range anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/range-anxiety.md), [college station](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-station.md), [charging stations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charging-stations.md), autosteer [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Tesla AutoSteer Safety, Pilot Complacency, and Long-Term Reviews (10:52–13:28) The safety of Tesla's AutoSteer feature is questioned following near-accidents during a road trip where the system almost veered off the road. The technology is compared to ballistic parachutes on Cirrus aircraft, suggesting it creates dangerous complacency in operators. This shift in perspective highlights the necessity of long-term product testing over initial "glowing" reviews to uncover fundamental flaws in high-tech products. Keywords: autosteer, [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md), [safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safety.md), cirrus aircraft, [product reviews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-reviews.md), [consumer reports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-reports.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, Privacy, and Charging Costs (13:28–17:27) The economics and privacy implications of electric vehicle charging networks like ChargePoint are examined. Users are often forced to share personal data through apps to access power, and charging costs in cities like Austin can reach $16 per day, rivaling traditional car lease payments. While the Chevy Volt is noted as a more practical alternative due to its backup motor, the overall EV ecosystem is criticized for its lack of anonymity and potential for centralized control. Keywords: chargepoint, austin energy, [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), ev infrastructure, [chevy volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), electricity costs [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Tesla Design, Regenerative Braking, and Manufacturing Quality (17:27–22:50) The physical design and driving mechanics of Tesla vehicles are critiqued, specifically the aggressive regenerative braking that activates brake lights when the accelerator is released. While the Model S design by Henrik Fisker is praised, newer models are described as having "pucker lips" due to the removal of front grills. Concerns are raised regarding the long-term durability of the "glued together" manufacturing process as the vehicles age. Keywords: henrik fisker, regenerative braking, vehicle design, [manufacturing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manufacturing.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), build quality [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/4.md) ### 5. March for Our Lives, Media Propaganda, and Student Activism (22:52–28:24) The March for Our Lives protest in Washington, D.C., following the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, is analyzed as a highly effective media propaganda event. While the students' demands for "common sense" gun laws—such as raising the purchase age to 21 and banning bump stocks—are noted, the event is characterized as a "meme fest" of scripted one-liners. The involvement of politicians like Amy Klobuchar as CNN co-hosts is cited as evidence of the political exploitation of grieving youth. Keywords: [march for our lives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/march-for-our-lives.md), [parkland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parkland.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [jeff pegues](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-pegues.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [nra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nra.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Local Gun Protests, San Francisco Rallies, and Sign Collection (28:25–32:04) Local "March for Our Lives" rallies, including a report from KRON in San Francisco, mirrored the national movement with calls for Australian-style gun legislation. A suggestion is made to collect the abandoned, professionally made protest signs for future museum value. The emotional impact of the protests is highlighted by a first-grader's fear of being targeted in a school bathroom, which is described as a form of psychological abuse. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), kron, [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [protest signs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protest-signs.md), museum archives, [gun laws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-laws.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Broward County Sheriff, Stoneman Douglas Arrests, and School Security (32:04–34:58) Security failures at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School continue to surface, including the arrest of three students for bringing knives and making social media threats just weeks after the mass shooting. Florida Senator Marco Rubio and the school superintendent faced criticism after a deputy was caught sleeping in his cruiser near the site of the tragedy. The Broward County Sheriff's Office is accused of systematically under-reporting crimes to improve performance metrics. Keywords: [broward county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broward-county.md), [stoneman douglas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stoneman-douglas.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [school safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-safety.md), [arrests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arrests.md), knives [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Zachary Cruz Legal Proceedings, Bond, and Fan Club Allegations (34:59–38:37) Zachary Cruz, brother of the Parkland shooter, faced a $500,000 bond and strict probation terms after trespassing at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Court proceedings revealed disturbing conversations where the brothers allegedly discussed Nikolas Cruz's newfound "popularity" and the potential to start a fan club to attract women. The situation is described as a total breakdown of law enforcement and social control in the region. Keywords: zachary cruz, [nikolas cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikolas-cruz.md), [broward county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broward-county.md), court hearing, ankle monitor [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Vietnam War Protests vs. Modern Student Movements (38:38–43:22) A comparison between the 1960s Vietnam War protests and modern gun control movements highlights differences in media manipulation and participant motivation. Unlike the modern movement, Vietnam-era protests were largely driven by the threat of the military draft and faced a pro-war media establishment until figures like Walter Cronkite shifted the narrative. The modern movement is viewed as more top-down and orchestrated by corporate media interests. Keywords: [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [draft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/draft.md), [media manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-manipulation.md), [walter cronkite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walter-cronkite.md), [student protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protests.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Planned Parenthood Lobbying, MLK Granddaughter, and Australia Gun Myths (43:23–46:55) Planned Parenthood's role as a major funder and lobbying organization for the gun control march is scrutinized, drawing parallels to the NRA's corporate structure. The appearance of Martin Luther King Jr.'s granddaughter at the rally is criticized for "watering down" the original "I Have a Dream" speech. Additionally, claims made during the rally regarding the total absence of violence in Australia following their gun buyback program are dismissed as "magic" thinking. Keywords: [planned parenthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/planned-parenthood.md), [nra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nra.md), [martin luther king jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-luther-king-jr.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [gun buyback](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-buyback.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/10.md) ### 11. March for Our Lives Speeches, Voting Rhetoric, and Hands Across America (46:56–51:08) C-SPAN footage of the Washington D.C. rally features speakers using religious and patriotic rhetoric to urge youth registration for the Democratic party. The movement is compared to the 1986 "Hands Across America" event, suggesting that while such spectacles generate high emotion, they often fail to solve the underlying issues like homelessness or school safety. The "naive" nature of the student activists is noted as they are integrated into the political machine. Keywords: [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [march for our lives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/march-for-our-lives.md), [voting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting.md), [hands across america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hands-across-america.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), social movements [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Gun Show Loophole Myths, DIY Firearms, and the 2018 Blue Wave (51:09–54:40) The "gun show loophole" is characterized as a persistent media myth, as commercial internet sales still require licensed dealer transfers. The discussion shifts to the 2018 midterm elections, predicting a "blue wave" for Democrats due to typical off-year complacency rather than the impact of student protests. Notably, the March for Our Lives featured very little direct "Trump hate," focusing instead on legislative change and voter turnout. Keywords: gun show loophole, [glock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glock.md), [ghost guns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghost-guns.md), [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/12.md) ### 13. David Hogg Media Presence, Ben Shapiro Comparison, and Host Banter (54:40–59:13) Student activist David Hogg is compared to a liberal version of Ben Shapiro, noted for his quick-witted but potentially scripted media presence. Warnings are issued that the media machine often "boomerangs" on young figures who are used for political ends. A brief tangent covers a mutual acquaintance—an artist and "social justice warrior"—who reportedly hates children despite supporting the march. Keywords: [david hogg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-hogg.md), [ben shapiro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-shapiro.md), [time magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-magazine.md), [media machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-machine.md), [social justice warriors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice-warriors.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Pennsylvania School District, Arming Students with Rocks (59:14–1:02:55) The Blue Mountain School District in Pennsylvania has implemented a controversial security plan by equipping every classroom with a five-gallon bucket of river stones. Superintendent Dr. David Hesel defended the plan, suggesting students could "stone" an intruder as a last resort. The idea is mocked as ludicrous, with a counter-suggestion that students should instead be trained with high-powered slingshots for better defense. Keywords: [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), blue mountain school district, david hesel, [school security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-security.md), [slingshots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slingshots.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Austin Building Implosion, WTC 7 Comparisons (1:02:57–1:04:36) A building implosion in downtown Austin at 8:00 AM drew immediate comparisons to the collapse of World Trade Center Building 7. Eyewitness video captured the puffs of smoke and sequential explosions characteristic of a controlled demolition. The event served as a "surreal flashback" for those skeptical of the official 9/11 narrative. Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), building implosion, [wtc 7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wtc-7.md), [controlled demolition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/controlled-demolition.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/15.md) ### 16. No Agenda Episode 1018, Artwork and Donation Slowdown (1:04:37–1:08:49) The artwork for Episode 1018, titled "Bunny Wars," features Mark Zuckerberg in a Russian military hat. A significant slowdown in listener donations is attributed to the severe "Nor'easter" storms on the East Coast, which have disrupted power and mail delivery for millions. The hosts note a "very poor showing" of only 19 donations over $50, speculating that bank checks are stuck in the postal system. Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zuckerberg.md), bunny wars, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), nor'easters, [mail delivery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-delivery.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Executive Producer Credits, Knighthoods, and Value-for-Value (1:08:50–1:17:59) The "Value-for-Value" model is supported by several high-tier donors, including Brandon Gruber and Chris Ramer. New knights are dubbed, including "Sir Pinder-net of the Lucky 13" and "Circus Media Knight of Zoo Town." A discussion of Texas geography clarifies that Texas Tech is located in Lubbock, while Texas A&M is the "Aggieland" agricultural school. The segment concludes with a reminder that No Agenda credits can be used on professional resumes. Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [missoula](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missoula.md), [lubbock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lubbock.md), [texas tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-tech.md), aggieland, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Facebook Scrutiny, Mark Zuckerberg, and Political Blame Shifting (1:18:05–1:20:35) The media focus has shifted from Russian collusion to Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg's leadership. This transition is viewed as a strategic move by the political establishment to find a new scapegoat for the 2016 election results. Despite the company's workforce being predominantly Democratic, Facebook is being targeted for regulation and public shaming by the same "machine" that utilizes it for political gain. Keywords: [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [cambridge analytica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge-analytica.md), [russia collusion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-collusion.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/18.md) ### 19. John Podesta, Cambridge Analytica, and NBC Media Narratives (1:20:38–1:24:52) John Podesta appeared on MSNBC to discuss the "pilfering" of 50 million Facebook users' data by Cambridge Analytica. Podesta attempted to link the timing of WikiLeaks' email dumps to the Access Hollywood tape, suggesting coordination with Russia. However, the narrative is challenged by the fact that the DNC never allowed the FBI to examine its servers, relying instead on the private firm CrowdStrike. Keywords: [john podesta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-podesta.md), [cambridge analytica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge-analytica.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [crowdstrike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdstrike.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Comcast-GE Interests, Roger Stone, and Guccifer 2.0 (1:24:52–1:28:22) The aggressive anti-Trump stance of NBC is questioned given that its parent companies, Comcast and GE, rely on government approval for mergers and defense contracts. Meanwhile, new claims regarding Guccifer 2.0 suggest he was a Russian agent who forgot to use a VPN, contradicting earlier reports that he was a Romanian hacker. These developments are seen as part of a broader effort to tie Roger Stone and the Trump campaign to Russian intelligence. Keywords: [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [general electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-electric.md), [roger stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-stone.md), [guccifer 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guccifer-2-0.md), [vpn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vpn.md), [romania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/romania.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Christopher Wylie Whistleblower Claims, Steve Bannon, and The View (1:28:24–1:33:43) Christopher Wylie, the "pink-haired whistleblower" from Cambridge Analytica, is criticized as a political operative rather than a genuine whistleblower like Edward Snowden. Wylie claims Steve Bannon directed the acquisition of Facebook data to influence voters through "psychographic" messaging. This narrative has reached mainstream daytime television, with hosts on *The View* debating whether to delete Facebook entirely. Keywords: [christopher wylie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christopher-wylie.md), [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), [cambridge analytica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge-analytica.md), [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [whoopi goldberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whoopi-goldberg.md), [psychographics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychographics.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Facebook Deletion Debate, Joy Behar, and Regulation (1:33:44–1:37:57) The debate over the #DeleteFacebook movement intensified following Mark Zuckerberg's CNN interview. Joy Behar of *The View* expressed her intent to delete her account, demanding that Zuckerberg apologize to Hillary Clinton. The discussion highlights the "dystopian" way personal data is used to manipulate elections, leading to calls for government regulation of social media platforms. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [joy behar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-behar.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regulation.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Don Lemon Interview, Christopher Wylie, and Strip Club Anecdotes (1:37:58–1:45:02) In an interview with Don Lemon, Christopher Wylie attempted to discredit Cambridge Analytica by claiming the company used "honey traps" and strip clubs to secure contracts. Wylie's assertion that he was the "only gay guy in London" with a strip club membership was mocked as a naive misunderstanding of standard, albeit sleazy, business entertainment practices. The interview is seen as a failing attempt to secure a book deal through sensationalism. Keywords: [don lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-lemon.md), [christopher wylie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christopher-wylie.md), [cambridge analytica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge-analytica.md), [strip clubs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strip-clubs.md), [business culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/business-culture.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Obama 2012 Campaign, Facebook Data Ingestion, and Rentrak (1:45:02–1:51:25) A 2012 presentation by Carol Davidson of Rentrak reveals that the Obama campaign "rocked" Facebook's privacy policies to ingest the entire social network of the United States. Unlike the 50 million users cited in the Cambridge Analytica scandal, the Obama campaign had access to the full network because Facebook had not yet restricted "friends of friends" data access. This "smoking gun" clip suggests a massive double standard in how the media treats Democratic versus Republican data mining. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), jim messina, [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), rentrak, [2012 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2012-election.md), [data mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-mining.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Personal Facebook Data Downloads, Native Ads, and Clickbait (1:51:25–2:01:42) An analysis of a personal Facebook data download reveals an extensive list of advertisers with access to contact information, including dozens of international affiliates of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. The data also tracks "ad history" tied to native advertising and clickbait articles, such as stories about Siri or iPhone features. Users are encouraged to download their own data to see the "eye-opening" amount of potentially corrupted or incorrect profile information Facebook maintains. Keywords: facebook data, [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [clickbait](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clickbait.md), [klm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klm.md), [siri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siri.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Heather Nauert, State Department, and Fake News in Kenya (2:01:43–2:07:14) State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert discussed a new program at the American Center in Kenya designed to teach locals how to identify "fake news." The initiative, started by Ambassador Robert F. Godek, targets young people who rely on bloggers and "vloggers" for information. The program is viewed skeptically as a potential tool for the U.S. government to influence the "bloodstream of the internet" in foreign nations. Keywords: [heather nauert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heather-nauert.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [kenya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenya.md), [fake news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-news.md), robert godek, [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Donation Segment, Chinese-Mexican Burritos, and Knighting Ceremony (2:07:18–2:15:08) The final donation segment features Joshua Dilsaver, who contributed $138 after finding a promotion fortune in a "Chinese-Mexican burrito." Other donors include William Durkin and George Kunath, the latter of whom requested less vulgar language. The show concludes with a formal knighthood ceremony for "Sir Pinder-net" and "Circus Media Knight," accompanied by the traditional list of "No Agenda" provisions. Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), burritos, fortune cookies, [missouri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missouri.md), [missoula](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missoula.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Earth Hour Global Observance, Media Clogging (2:15:08–2:16:42) Cities around the world, including Paris and Hong Kong, observed "Earth Hour" by turning off lights for sixty minutes. The event received minimal coverage in the U.S. due to the news cycle being "clogged" by the March for Our Lives protests. The movement is dismissed as a "grassroots movement for the environment" that has little practical impact. Keywords: [earth hour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earth-hour.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), [hong kong](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hong-kong.md), [environmentalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environmentalism.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Omnibus Spending Bill, Military Funding, and The Cloud Act (2:16:43–2:21:25) President Trump signed a $1.3 trillion omnibus spending bill, citing the need to reverse "deep defense cuts" despite his personal disappointment with the legislation. Tucked inside the bill was the "Cloud Act," which requires electronic communication providers to disclose data to the government regardless of whether it is stored in the U.S. or overseas. This act is seen as a massive expansion of the "Five Eyes" surveillance network. Keywords: [omnibus bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omnibus-bill.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), cloud act, [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Craigslist Personals Shutdown, Hookers, and S3 Buckets (2:21:28–2:25:01) Following the passage of anti-sex trafficking legislation (FOSTA-SESTA), Craigslist shut down its personals section. This has forced sex workers to find new ways to advertise, such as using coded language in "items for sale" listings or creating independent websites. The shift highlights the difficulty of censoring the internet, as users can easily move to Amazon S3 buckets or other decentralized hosting services. Keywords: [craigslist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craigslist.md), [sesta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sesta.md), [fosta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fosta.md), [hookers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hookers.md), [amazon s3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-s3.md), [internet censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-censorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/30.md) ### 31. The Atlantic's Elena Platt, CBS Scripted Briefings, and John Bolton (2:25:01–2:33:29) A segment on *CBS This Morning* featuring Elena Platt of *The Atlantic* is analyzed as a "scripted CIA-style briefing." Platt provided rapid-fire, polished answers on the $1.3 trillion spending bill, China tariffs, and the appointment of John Bolton as National Security Advisor. The "slick" nature of the interview suggests a coordinated effort to soften the public's perception of Bolton's "hawkish" reputation. Keywords: elena platt, [the atlantic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-atlantic.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [john bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), [trade war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-war.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Fred Fleitz, John Brennan Rant, and Lou Dobbs (2:33:30–2:38:08) Fred Fleitz, former Chief of Staff to John Bolton, appeared on Lou Dobbs' program to defend Bolton's "brilliant strategic mind." 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Anderson Cooper, Karen McDougall Interview, and 2020 Strategy (2:41:50–2:46:03) Anderson Cooper's interview with Karen McDougall regarding her alleged affair with Donald Trump is criticized as "low scumball" journalism. The focus on Trump's personal life is seen as a distraction from the failing Russia narrative. Furthermore, the Democratic strategy for impeachment is questioned, as removing Trump would result in a Mike Pence presidency that could potentially last until 2028. Keywords: [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), karen mcdougall, [melania trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melania-trump.md), [impeachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/impeachment.md), [mike pence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pence.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Count Dankula Nazi Pug Case, Jonathan Pie, and Ricky Gervais (2:46:04–2:52:39) The conviction of Scottish YouTuber "Count Dankula" for teaching a pug to do a Nazi salute is discussed via a rant by comedian Jonathan Pie. Pie argues that the judge's decision to ignore context in "hate speech" cases is a dangerous precedent. The segment also praises Ricky Gervais's recent Netflix special for its comic timing and recommends the documentary *42 Grams* as a "great work of art." Keywords: count dankula, jonathan pie, [ricky gervais](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ricky-gervais.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md), [scotland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scotland.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1019-deletethebag/chapter/35.md) ### 36. 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