# Pseudo-Addiction

> A media firestorm erupts over alleged Apprentice outtakes while the administration faces public confrontations in restaurants and a burgeoning debate over the new Space Force.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1045
- **Published:** 2018-06-28
- **Length:** 3h 8m
- **Topics:** Tom Arnold, [Space Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [Purdue Pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/purdue-pharma.md), [Red Hen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-hen.md), Solar Warden, [Vice Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), Nokia 8110
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction

## About this episode

Tom Arnold appeared on CNN and MSNBC in an incoherent state to claim the existence of recordings from The Apprentice featuring Donald Trump using racial slurs. The actor alleges he has spent time with Michael Cohen to secure these tapes for an upcoming 12-episode Vice Media series. This media blitz coincides with a broader effort by commentators like Joe Scarborough to frame U.S. border detention policies through the lens of historical Nazi comparisons.

White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders was asked to leave the Red Hen restaurant in Virginia following protests from staff regarding the transgender military ban. Meanwhile, Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen faced public harassment at a Mexican restaurant as Democratic leaders encouraged citizens to confront administration officials in public spaces. The Office of Refugee Resettlement currently manages $1.5 billion in contracts for migrant housing, raising questions about the financial incentives for non-profits to maintain high occupancy rates. In the tech sector, Cisco announced the acquisition of July Systems to track visitor behavior via Wi-Fi, while Purdue Pharma faces litigation over its use of the term pseudo-addiction to market OxyContin.

Adam Curry details the true origin of podcasting through his 2000 meeting with Dave Winer and the development of the RSS enclosure tag. The show reflects on the legacy of the late Charles Krauthammer and his role in the Project for the New American Century. Listeners contribute via the Value-for-Value model, requesting moving karma and celebrating the re-release of the Nokia 8110 banana phone.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/transcript.md.

### 1. Podcast Introduction and Weekend News Cycle (0:00–1:40)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the broadcast from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley. They reflect on the typical weekend news cycle, noting the repetitive nature of mainstream media coverage involving controversial political comparisons and historical references.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [news network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/news-network.md), [hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hitler.md), [nazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Tom Arnold, CNN and MSNBC Interview Analysis (1:41–7:11)

Tom Arnold appeared on CNN and MSNBC in what is described as an incoherent, potentially inebriated state to discuss alleged recordings of Donald Trump. The discussion highlights Arnold's claims of spending time with Michael Cohen and his upcoming Vice Media series focused on finding damaging "Trump tapes."

Keywords: tom arnold, [michael cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-cohen.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [nicole wallace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicole-wallace.md), trump tapes, [vice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Tom Arnold Claims Regarding Trump Tapes and Apprentice Outtakes (7:11–10:43)

Tom Arnold alleges the existence of recordings from The Apprentice set featuring Donald Trump using racial slurs and disparaging his son, Eric Trump. The analysis suggests Arnold has no actual evidence and is trolled the media to promote his 12-episode television series, comparing the situation to Geraldo Rivera's Al Capone vault special.

Keywords: tom arnold, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [the apprentice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-apprentice.md), [mark burnett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-burnett.md), [howard stern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-stern.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [eric trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-trump.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Michael Cohen Legal Status and Potential Cooperation (10:43–13:20)

The narrative surrounding Michael Cohen's potential "flip" against Donald Trump is examined following FBI raids on his offices. Speculation focuses on whether Cohen will cooperate with authorities to protect his family, despite Tom Arnold's claims of a personal friendship with the attorney.

Keywords: [michael cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-cohen.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [nicole wallace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicole-wallace.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [search warrant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-warrant.md), legal investigation

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Roseanne Barr and Tom Arnold's Political Divergence (13:21–15:21)

Tom Arnold discusses his ex-wife Roseanne Barr, claiming she has been "sucked in" by racist and Nazi ideologies. He attributes her political shift to a combination of mental health issues and the influence of Fox News and internet-based information dissemination.

Keywords: [roseanne barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roseanne-barr.md), tom arnold, [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), [nazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [internet addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-addiction.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Vice Media Business Model and Tom Arnold Series (15:31–18:50)

The business strategy of Vice Media is critiqued, characterizing the organization as an advertising agency rather than a traditional news outlet. There is skepticism regarding the longevity of Tom Arnold's show, with suggestions that the production relies on sensationalism and "guest abuse" for engagement.

Keywords: [vice media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), advertising agency, tom arnold, [television production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-production.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Nazi Comparisons and Immigration Policy Rhetoric (18:52–21:06)

Mainstream media commentators, including Joe Scarborough, are noted for comparing U.S. border detention facilities to Nazi concentration camps. The rhetoric surrounding the separation of families at the border is described as a coordinated effort to frame the Trump administration's policies as "pure evil."

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [nazi germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi-germany.md), [concentration camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/concentration-camps.md), [joe scarborough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-scarborough.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [border policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Sarah Sanders Red Hen Restaurant Incident (21:07–24:30)

White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders was asked to leave the Red Hen restaurant in Lexington, Virginia, by the owner. Reports indicate the incident was sparked by gay staff members protesting the administration's policies, specifically the ban on transgender individuals serving in the military.

Keywords: [sarah sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-sanders.md), [red hen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-hen.md), lexington virginia, transgender military ban, restaurant refusal, gay staff

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Internal LGBTQ Politics and Military Service (24:31–26:45)

A brief discussion explores perceived tensions within the LGBTQ community regarding transgender issues. The commentary questions the sudden shift in Democratic priorities toward promoting military service, contrasting it with historical anti-war stances.

Keywords: [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), [transgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender.md), [military service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-service.md), [don't ask don't tell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-t-ask-don-t-tell.md), [gay rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-rights.md), social friction

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Kirstjen Nielsen Harassment and Resignation Demands (26:46–29:09)

Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen faced public harassment at a Mexican restaurant and at her home. Democratic members of Congress are shown encouraging citizens to confront and harass administration officials in public spaces like gas stations and department stores to force resignations.

Keywords: [kirstjen nielsen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kirstjen-nielsen.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [maxine waters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maxine-waters.md), [harassment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harassment.md), mexican restaurant, [zero tolerance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zero-tolerance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Kamala Harris and Border Detention Protests (29:09–32:38)

Senator Kamala Harris visited detention centers at the border, labeling the conditions as human rights abuses. Meanwhile, Hillary Clinton reportedly raised $1.5 million for organizations assisting migrant families, which is interpreted as an effort to maintain her political relevance.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), [guatemala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guatemala.md), [el salvador](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/el-salvador.md), [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Office of Refugee Resettlement Funding and Contracts (32:39–34:42)

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) manages approximately $1.5 billion in annual contracts awarded to various non-profits and religious organizations. Concerns are raised about the logistics of moving children from El Paso to New York City overnight and the financial incentives for these organizations to maintain high "per head" occupancy.

Keywords: orr, office of refugee resettlement, religious groups, [government contracts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-contracts.md), [el paso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/el-paso.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Allegations of Child Trafficking and Systemic Corruption (34:43–38:59)

The current border crisis is framed as a continuation of a long-standing "scam" involving the foster care system and government-funded shelters. The discussion suggests that the "zero tolerance" policy exposed deep-seated corruption and a lack of oversight in how migrant children have been tracked and housed since the Obama and Bush administrations.

Keywords: [human trafficking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-trafficking.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [stephen miller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-miller.md), [walmart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walmart.md), [brownsville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brownsville.md), [foster care](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foster-care.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Celebrity Activism and the Hitler Dehumanization Meme (38:59–41:22)

High-profile celebrities including Chrissy Teigen, John Legend, and Jimmy Kimmel used social media to condemn the administration's immigration policies. Additionally, MSNBC commentator Peter Emerson is critiqued for attempting to link the President's rhetoric to historical dehumanization tactics used by the Nazi regime.

Keywords: [chrissy teigen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrissy-teigen.md), [john legend](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-legend.md), [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), [ellen degeneres](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ellen-degeneres.md), peter emerson, [dehumanization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dehumanization.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Melania Trump Zara Jacket Controversy (41:24–43:14)

Melania Trump caused a media firestorm by wearing a Zara jacket with the phrase "I really don't care, do u?" on the back during a trip to the border. While her spokesperson claimed there was no hidden message, President Trump later tweeted that the message was directed at the "fake news media."

Keywords: [melania trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melania-trump.md), zara jacket, [fake news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-news.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [rush limbaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rush-limbaugh.md), [fashion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fashion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Jaron Lanier on Social Media Algorithms and Negativity (43:15–47:08)

Author Jaron Lanier explains how social media algorithms are designed to amplify negative emotions like fear and anger because they trigger faster user responses. This mechanical feedback loop reportedly rewards extremist content and contributes to political rancor, though the hosts debate the actual effectiveness and intent of these scripts.

Keywords: [jaron lanier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jaron-lanier.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), behaviorism, [dopamine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dopamine.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [arab spring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arab-spring.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Twitter Feed Manipulation and User Engagement (47:09–49:24)

The hosts debate whether Twitter's "Home" feed is actively manipulated to show content from unfollowed accounts. One host argues that the platform forces engagement through favorites and retweets, while the other maintains that personal experience does not reflect this systemic negativity.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), algorithmic feed, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [paranoia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paranoia.md), [user interface](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/user-interface.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Tracy Ullman "Woke" Support Group Satire (49:24–52:47)

Comedian Tracy Ullman performed a sketch depicting a support group for "overly virtuous" young people struggling with "woke" culture. The satire mocks the tendency to find "problematic" elements in classic sitcoms like Friends and the labeling of everyday items, such as water, as racist.

Keywords: tracy ullman, [james corden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-corden.md), [woke culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woke-culture.md), [microaggressions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microaggressions.md), friends tv show, [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Tracy Ullman's Wealth and The Simpsons (52:48–55:08)

Tracy Ullman's financial success is attributed to a deal she made with the Fox network, granting her a percentage of any show spun off from her sketches. This agreement included The Simpsons, potentially making her one of the wealthiest comedians in the industry, surpassing even Jerry Seinfeld in residuals.

Keywords: tracy ullman, [the simpsons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-simpsons.md), [jerry seinfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jerry-seinfeld.md), [fox network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-network.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Social Media Blocking Strategies (55:08–56:37)

A discussion on the mechanics of "blocking" users on Twitter explores whether it is more effective to announce the block with a hashtag or to do so silently. The hosts share their personal evolution in handling online trolls and algorithmic engagement.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blocking.md), [hashtag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hashtag.md), social media etiquette, online arguments

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Donald Trump as a Victim of Twitter Addiction (56:41–1:00:01)

Jaron Lanier characterizes Donald Trump as a victim of social media addiction, suggesting the President is hooked on the cycle of unpleasant engagement and occasional "dopamine hits" from likes. The hosts discuss whether these platforms were intentionally designed to exploit human psychology or if the addictive nature emerged naturally.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/addiction.md), dopamine hit, [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/21.md)

### 22. No Agenda Episode 1044 Artwork and Scooter Libby (1:00:01–1:02:16)

The artwork for episode 1044, created by Darren O'Neill, featured a classic vinyl record design. The title "Free Scooter" was intended to refer to electric rental bikes, though some listeners misinterpreted it as a reference to Donald Trump's pardon of Scooter Libby.

Keywords: [darren o'neill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darren-o-neill.md), scooter libby, [bird bikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-bikes.md), [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [vinyl records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinyl-records.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Executive Producer Donations and Space Force Mentions (1:02:17–1:07:28)

The show acknowledges high-tier donors including Patrick Seymour and Peter Tangstrom. The segment touches on the recent deaths of Coco the Gorilla and Charles Krauthammer, while introducing the "Space Force" as a primary topic for the second half of the program.

Keywords: [patrick seymour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patrick-seymour.md), peter tangstrom, [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), coco the gorilla, [charles krauthammer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-krauthammer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Diabetes Research and Listener Karma Requests (1:07:28–1:11:45)

Listener Ryan Little shares information regarding a potential diabetes vaccine cure that has received little media coverage. Other donors request "moving karma" for new apartments and "jobs karma" for career transitions, accompanied by various show-specific jingles.

Keywords: diabetes vaccine, [insulin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insulin.md), ryan little, moving karma, [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Education Administration and OTG Slaves (1:11:49–1:14:57)

A donor working in the education sector criticizes the proliferation of low-quality administrators in schools, particularly in California. The segment also features a title change for a listener to "Baronet Work of the OTG Slaves."

Keywords: [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), school administrators, master's degree, [baronet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baronet.md), [otg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/otg.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/25.md)

### 26. The History of Podcasting and Baby Making Karma (1:14:57–1:17:40)

A listener requests the origin story of podcasting, which Adam Curry promises to detail later in the show. The segment includes "baby making karma" for a couple and a compilation of political soundbites featuring Al Sharpton and Nancy Pelosi.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [invention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invention.md), [baby making karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baby-making-karma.md), sharpton, [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Media Madness and Family Health Karma (1:17:41–1:22:26)

Donors from Oregon, Norway, and Virginia contribute to the show, citing the "media madness" surrounding border news as a reason for seeking the show's "sanity." Requests include health karma and a "MILF jingle" for a listener's wife.

Keywords: beaverton oregon, [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), underwater criminal investigator, milf jingle, [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Cornhole Championship and ESPN Coverage (1:22:30–1:25:50)

A discussion of the National Cornhole Championship on ESPN describes the professional techniques used in the game, such as "air mail" shots and sliding bags. The hosts compare the niche sport's appeal and pacing to that of curling.

Keywords: [cornhole](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cornhole.md), [espn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espn.md), sling tv, [curling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curling.md), air mail, [sports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Opioid Epidemic and Relationship Karma (1:25:51–1:30:05)

A donor shares a personal story of loss due to the opioid epidemic while requesting "relationship karma" and "project car karma" for a Honda Beat. The segment also mentions political graffiti and "The Outrage" store in Washington D.C.

Keywords: [opioid epidemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opioid-epidemic.md), honda beat, [relationship karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/relationship-karma.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), pence, [graffiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/graffiti.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Federation of Planets Letterhead and Ham Radio Codes (1:30:06–1:34:38)

The mystery of the "Federation of Planets" letterhead used by a regular donor is discussed, confirming it uses Star Trek iconography. Additionally, the meaning of ham radio codes "73" (greetings) and "88" (hugs and kisses) is explained for the audience.

Keywords: federation of planets, [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), 73 code, 88 code, qsl

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/30.md)

### 31. San Francisco Poop Map and UK Perspectives on Trump (1:34:38–1:39:14)

A donor from Bristol, UK, recounts a holiday to California, noting the negative perception of Donald Trump in the region and the necessity of a "poop map" for navigating San Francisco. The segment concludes the first major donation block.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), bristol uk, [poop map](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poop-map.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Smartphone Addiction and DoD Signal Jamming (1:39:15–1:41:38)

A listener working for a Department of Defense agency realizes their smartphone addiction after being unable to receive signals at work. They describe the "angst" of not receiving notifications and the subsequent relief found by leaving the phone in their car.

Keywords: [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [smartphone addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smartphone-addiction.md), [zen tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zen-tv.md), [notifications](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/notifications.md), signal jamming

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Nokia 8110 4G Banana Phone and Matrix Nostalgia (1:41:39–1:45:36)

The re-release of the Nokia 8110 "banana phone" with 4G capabilities is discussed as a viable "feature phone" alternative to smartphones. The hosts brainstorm humorous comebacks for when people ask about the retro-style device in public.

Keywords: nokia 8110, banana phone, [the matrix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-matrix.md), [4g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4g.md), [kaios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaios.md), feature phone

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Cisco Acquisition of July Systems (1:45:37–1:46:22)

Cisco has announced the acquisition of July Systems, a startup that utilizes Wi-Fi infrastructure to track and analyze visitor behavior in physical spaces like malls and stadiums. This move scales up Cisco's existing partnership for location-based insights.

Keywords: [cisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisco.md), july systems, wi-fi tracking, visitor behavior, stadiums, [malls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malls.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Purdue Pharma Lawsuit and Pseudo-Addiction Defense (1:46:23–1:50:41)

Purdue Pharma is facing numerous lawsuits from state Attorneys General regarding the marketing of OxyContin. Former sales representatives claim they were trained to use the term "pseudo-addiction" to convince doctors that patients showing signs of addiction actually needed higher doses of the drug.

Keywords: [purdue pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/purdue-pharma.md), [oxycontin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxycontin.md), pseudo-addiction, [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [opioid crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opioid-crisis.md), [oklahoma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oklahoma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Anthony Bourdain Autopsy Results (1:50:42–1:51:26)

French prosecutors released limited toxicology results for Anthony Bourdain, stating no narcotics were found in his system, only a "therapeutic dose" of a non-narcotic medicine. Speculation suggests the medication may have been the smoking-cessation drug Chantix.

Keywords: [anthony bourdain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-bourdain.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [autopsy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autopsy.md), [toxicology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toxicology.md), [shantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shantix.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/36.md)

### 37. The True Origin of Podcasting and RSS Enclosures (1:51:27–1:54:54)

Adam Curry details the invention of podcasting, beginning with a 2000 meeting in New York with Dave Winer. Curry describes how he developed the concept of background downloads for multimedia files, which led to Winer creating the RSS enclosure tag and eventually the integration with the Apple iPod.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [dave winer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dave-winer.md), [rss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rss.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [ipod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipod.md), radio userland

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/37.md)

### 38. FBI Text Messages and Lack of Emojis (1:55:00–1:59:48)

The text messages between FBI agents Peter Strzok and Lisa Page are scrutinized for their lack of romantic emojis, such as hearts or "sexts," despite being characterized as "lovebirds." The commentary suggests the romantic narrative may have been used to mask a more conspiratorial political context.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [peter strzok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-strzok.md), [lisa page](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisa-page.md), [emojis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emojis.md), [unicode](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unicode.md), [conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Coco the Gorilla and the Kitten Torture Allegations (1:59:49–2:03:17)

Following the death of Coco the Gorilla, a former zookeeper alleges that the public image of the ape was a PR fabrication. The claims include Coco having a fetish for human nipples and a history of killing the kittens she was famously depicted as befriending.

Keywords: coco the gorilla, [sign language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-language.md), [robin williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robin-williams.md), francine patterson, [kittens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kittens.md), zookeeper

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Livestock Artificial Insemination Techniques (2:03:17–2:04:58)

A listener from Kentucky provides technical clarification on the artificial insemination of horses and cattle. The process involves using "torpedo-like vibrators" on males to collect samples, which are then frozen and sold in straws for breeding.

Keywords: horse breeding, [cattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cattle.md), [artificial insemination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-insemination.md), [kentucky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kentucky.md), vibrator, [agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/40.md)

### 41. California Gas Tax Repeal and Project Funding (2:04:58–2:09:04)

A movement to repeal California's recent gas tax has gathered over a million signatures for the November ballot. Critics argue the tax funds non-essential projects like street signs in wealthy enclaves like Novato and BART car upgrades, despite the state having a budget surplus.

Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [gas tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-tax.md), [jerry brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jerry-brown.md), john cox, [novato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/novato.md), [transportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transportation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/41.md)

### 42. David Bossie "Cotton-Picking" Comment Controversy (2:09:05–2:11:02)

Trump campaign veteran David Bossie faced backlash after telling black strategist Joel Payne he was out of his "cotton-picking mind" during a televised debate. The incident led to immediate condemnation and a revision of Bossie's Wikipedia entry to label him a racist.

Keywords: david bossie, joel payne, [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), cotton-picking, [political activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-activism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Seth Rogen and Paul Ryan Encounter (2:11:02–2:17:32)

Actor Seth Rogen recounted an encounter with Speaker of the House Paul Ryan at an Alzheimer's charity event. Rogen claimed he refused a photo with Ryan in front of his children and told the politician he hated what he was doing to the country, an anecdote characterized by the hosts as extreme virtue signaling.

Keywords: [seth rogen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seth-rogen.md), [paul ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-ryan.md), [stephen colbert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-colbert.md), [virtue signaling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virtue-signaling.md), [alzheimer's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alzheimer-s.md), [caucasian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caucasian.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Media Balance and Jeff Flake Interviews (2:17:32–2:18:48)

The lack of political balance in Sunday morning news programs is critiqued, specifically citing an ABC News segment featuring two vocal Trump critics, Jeff Flake and Luis Gutierrez. The hosts argue that presenting a "hater" from each party does not constitute true journalistic balance.

Keywords: [jeff flake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-flake.md), [luis gutierrez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luis-gutierrez.md), [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Sour Grapes Documentary and Counterfeit Wine (2:18:49–2:20:30)

The Netflix documentary "Sour Grapes" chronicles the story of Rudy Kurniawan, an Indonesian man who defrauded the high-end wine market by selling tens of thousands of counterfeit bottles. His scheme was eventually uncovered by billionaire Bill Koch after Kurniawan sold a cellar for $35 million.

Keywords: sour grapes, [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), rudy kurniawan, bill koch, counterfeit wine, [auctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auctions.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Final Donation Segment and Global Producers (2:20:31–2:27:27)

The final donation block features contributors from Portland, the Czech Republic, and Australia. Listeners use various numerical codes in their donations, such as "8008" and "6969," to trigger specific show jokes and jingles.

Keywords: [portland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portland.md), [czech republic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/czech-republic.md), [boob donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boob-donation.md), [6969](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/6969.md), [western australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/western-australia.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Birthday List and Title Changes (2:27:29–2:29:39)

The show concludes its administrative segment with a list of listener birthdays and official title changes for new Baronets. A brief transition revisits Donald Trump's claims of being wiretapped, which were later partially validated by reports of confidential informants.

Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [baronet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baronet.md), [title change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-change.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md), [wiretapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wiretapping.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Trump Space Force and Military Cadence (2:29:41–2:34:02)

President Trump's proposal for a "Space Force" as a sixth branch of the military is analyzed. A listener provides historical context, noting that Air Force recruits have used "space power" cadences since 2001, suggesting the concept of space as a war-fighting domain is well-established within the military.

Keywords: [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [air force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-force.md), aerospace expeditionary force, war fighting, [mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mars.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Neil deGrasse Tyson on Why We Stopped Moon Landings (2:34:02–2:39:37)

Neil deGrasse Tyson argues that the primary motivation for the Apollo moon landings was the Cold War conflict with the Soviet Union, not a pure spirit of exploration. Once the U.S. "won" the race and realized Russia was no longer a threat in space, the economic and political will to continue manned lunar missions vanished.

Keywords: [neil degrasse tyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-degrasse-tyson.md), [moon landing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-landing.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md), [space race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-race.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Solar Warden and Secret Space Program Theories (2:39:37–2:44:48)

A deep-dive into "Solar Warden" explores the theory that a secret space fleet has existed since the 1970s, funded by trillions in unaccounted-for Department of Defense "black budget" money. The theory suggests that manned missions to the moon and beyond never actually stopped but were moved into classified operations.

Keywords: solar warden, [gary mckinnon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-mckinnon.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [black budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-budget.md), [aliens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aliens.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/50.md)

### 51. Disclosure and the Trump Space Force Strategy (2:44:49–2:49:58)

Speculation suggests that President Trump's Space Force may be a precursor to "disclosure" regarding extraterrestrial life. The discussion references Philip Corso's "The Day After Roswell" and urban legends about past presidents, such as Nixon showing Jackie Gleason alien remains, as potential background for a coming revelation.

Keywords: [disclosure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disclosure.md), [ufo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ufo.md), [philip corso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philip-corso.md), [area 51](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/area-51.md), [jackie gleason](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jackie-gleason.md), [project blue beam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/project-blue-beam.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/51.md)

### 52. Bashar al-Assad on Trump and US Diplomacy (2:49:59–2:52:58)

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad comments on the possibility of meeting with Donald Trump, following the Singapore summit with Kim Jong Un. Assad expresses skepticism, claiming U.S. presidents are "hostages" to lobbyists and the mainstream media, though the hosts interpret his comments as "fishing" for a meeting.

Keywords: [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [kim jong un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [lobbyists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbyists.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/52.md)

### 53. Taliban Attacks and Afghanistan Update (2:53:00–2:53:59)

Following a brief ceasefire, Taliban fighters killed 30 government soldiers in an ambush in the Badghis province. The lack of media coverage on these escalations is noted, with suggestions that the protection of poppy fields remains a hidden priority in the region.

Keywords: [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceasefire.md), [poppy fields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy-fields.md), badghis province, [military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/53.md)

### 54. Charles Krauthammer and the Neoconservative Legacy (2:54:00–2:59:02)

The late Charles Krauthammer is remembered as a "Cold War liberal" who became a leading neoconservative voice. His signature on the Project for the New American Century (PNAC) document, which famously called for a "new Pearl Harbor" to catalyze military spending, is highlighted as a defining part of his legacy.

Keywords: [charles krauthammer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-krauthammer.md), [neocon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neocon.md), [pnac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pnac.md), [pearl harbor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pearl-harbor.md), [9-11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), cold war liberal

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/54.md)

### 55. The Bush Doctrine and Iraq War Retrospective (2:59:02–3:03:13)

A 2005 clip of Charles Krauthammer shows him defending the Bush Doctrine and the invasion of Iraq as a "utopian" effort to democratize the Middle East. The hosts reflect on how these predictions have aged over 13 years, noting the failure of the neocon vision to achieve its stated goals.

Keywords: [george w bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), bush doctrine, [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/history.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/55.md)

### 56. Show Outro and The Russia Connection Song (3:03:14–3:08:35)

The hosts sign off with a look ahead to the World Cup and the next broadcast. The episode concludes with a parody song titled "The Russia Connection" and a high-energy "Trump Mix" featuring various soundbites from the President.

Keywords: [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md), trump mix

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/56.md)

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