# Without Evidence

> A high-stakes trade summit in the Rose Garden and a massive tech sell-off on Wall Street collide with growing questions about Hillary Clinton's medical status.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1054
- **Published:** 2018-07-29
- **Length:** 2h 56m
- **Topics:** OZY Fest, Facebook crash, DNA privacy, [White Helmets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-helmets.md), [Steel tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steel-tariffs.md), Sextortion scams, [One Belt One Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/one-belt-one-road.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence

## About this episode

Hillary Clinton and Kirsten Gillibrand headlined the OZY Fest in New York City, sparking intense speculation regarding Clinton’s physical health after she appeared in a loose-fitting tunic and orthopedic shoes. Observers noted a visible protrusion under her clothing, suggesting the presence of a heart-assist device or insulin pump. Meanwhile, Senator Gillibrand utilized the platform to demand the immediate abolition of ICE and a national ban on high-capacity magazines.

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker met with Donald Trump at the White House to establish a memorandum of understanding on trade, though the agreement notably excludes steel and automotive tariffs. In the tech sector, Facebook shares plummeted 24 percent following a disastrous earnings call where CFO David Wehner warned of slowing revenue due to new European privacy regulations. Simultaneously, GlaxoSmithKline announced a $300 million investment in 23andMe to leverage the DNA data of five million customers for pharmaceutical research. In Syria, Israel coordinated the evacuation of White Helmets members for resettlement in Britain and Germany, amid claims the group maintains ties to extremist factions.

Barack Obama raised eyebrows during a visit to Kenya by referring to himself as the first president to come from that nation, a statement that complicates his established Hawaii birth record. The episode also features a breakdown of a Bitcoin sextortion scam involving keyloggers and a look at the Southern Poverty Law Center’s new classification of male supremacy as a hate ideology. Executive Producer Glenn Morphus joins the show to discuss his family’s cognitive health startup, Big Brain Place.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/transcript.md.

### 1. Global Heat Waves, Climate Change and Rain Stick Reports (0:00–3:30)

The hosts open with reports of extreme weather across the Northern Hemisphere, including historic flooding in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and wildfires in Yosemite. Scientific data from 1979 to the present indicates a steady increase in global surface air temperatures. The discussion touches on the complexity of rainfall patterns in Europe and the use of "rain sticks" as a symbolic response to the drought.

Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [heat wave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heat-wave.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [yosemite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yosemite.md), [harrisburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harrisburg.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/1.md)

### 2. United Kingdom Heat Wave, Elderly Hydration and Arizona Comparisons (3:30–6:46)

Temperatures in the United Kingdom are expected to exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit, causing concerns about rail buckling and elderly health. A report from a care home in Harrogate emphasizes the difficulty of keeping seniors hydrated to prevent hospital admissions. Comparisons are made to standard summer temperatures in Texas and Arizona, suggesting the UK media reaction is disproportionate.

Keywords: [bbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc-news.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [heat wave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heat-wave.md), hydration, [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), sangria, harrogate

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/2.md)

### 3. OZY Fest, Hillary Clinton's Wardrobe and Kirsten Gillibrand (6:48–11:19)

The OZY Fest event in New York City featured Kirsten Gillibrand and Hillary Clinton speaking on social justice issues. Gillibrand called for the abolition of ICE and immediate gun reform, including bans on bump stocks and large magazines. Much of the commentary focuses on Hillary Clinton's choice of a "moo-moo" style outfit and orthopedic shoes, leading to speculation about her physical health.

Keywords: ozy fest, [kirsten gillibrand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kirsten-gillibrand.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [gun reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-reform.md), mumu, [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Laurene Powell Jobs, Philanthropy and John Lasseter (11:19–14:23)

Laurene Powell Jobs is becoming more visible in the public sphere as a major philanthropist following her inheritance from Steve Jobs. The discussion links her influence to the departure of John Lasseter from Pixar due to misconduct allegations. Speculation arises regarding her political associations and her appearance on stage with Hillary Clinton at recent events.

Keywords: [laurene powell jobs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laurene-powell-jobs.md), [steve jobs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-jobs.md), [pixar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pixar.md), [john lasseter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-lasseter.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [philanthropy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philanthropy.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Immigration Funding, Refugee Services and Elite Disconnect (14:23–16:41)

A critique of Laurene Powell Jobs' comments on immigration highlights her claim that refugee services lack funding. Data from 2016 shows that the US Conference of Catholic Bishops and Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services received over $55 million in government grants. The hosts argue that wealthy elites are disconnected from the financial realities of the immigration system.

Keywords: [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), lutheran immigration and refugee services, us conference of catholic bishops, [family separation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family-separation.md), [government grants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-grants.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/5.md)

### 6. White Helmets Evacuation, Syria and Israel Non-Intervention (16:41–20:13)

Israel evacuated members of the White Helmets and their families from Syria to Jordan following requests from the United States and Europe. The group is slated for resettlement in Britain, Germany, and Canada. The hosts express skepticism regarding the organization's humanitarian status, suggesting they have ties to extremist groups and that the evacuation is part of a larger geopolitical deal involving Syrian oil.

Keywords: [white helmets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-helmets.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/6.md)

### 7. James Clapper, Barack Obama and FISA Warrants (20:14–25:50)

Former DNI James Clapper recently suggested that Barack Obama's request for an intelligence assessment set off the sequence of events leading to the Mueller investigation. This is contrasted with Clapper's previous denials of wiretapping or FISA warrants targeting the Trump campaign. The discussion mentions Admiral Mike Rogers' role in alerting the Trump team to potential surveillance.

Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [fisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa.md), [trump tower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-tower.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [intelligence community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Ray McGovern, Joe Piscopo and the Loss of Humor (25:52–30:27)

Former CIA analyst Ray McGovern appeared on the Joe Piscopo Show to discuss intelligence community overreach and the 33,000 deleted Hillary Clinton emails. McGovern claims the NSA has the content of those emails. The hosts also digress into Joe Piscopo's career, noting that his transition into bodybuilding coincided with a perceived loss of his comedic sense.

Keywords: [ray mcgovern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ray-mcgovern.md), joe piscopo, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), bodybuilding, [humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Jean-Claude Juncker, Donald Trump and EU Trade Deals (30:28–32:10)

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker met with Donald Trump to negotiate a trade deal aimed at reducing tariffs. The hosts characterize the agreement as a "memorandum of understanding" rather than a concrete deal, as it excludes cars and steel. Observations are made about the physical interactions between the two leaders during their Rose Garden appearance.

Keywords: [jean-claude juncker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jean-claude-juncker.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [trade deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-deal.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [memorandum of understanding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorandum-of-understanding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Hillary Clinton Health Speculation, Medical Gear (32:11–33:27)

The hosts examine photos of Hillary Clinton from OZY Fest, pointing out a visible lump under her clothing. They speculate that she may be wearing medical equipment such as an insulin pump or a heart-assist device, suggesting she is concealing a serious health condition.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health.md), insulin pump, heart pump, [wardrobe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wardrobe.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Steel Tariffs, Port of Antwerp and Soybean Toxicity (33:27–36:30)

The Port of Antwerp reports an unexpected increase in steel exports to the US as companies stock up before tariffs take full effect. Meanwhile, the US government is providing aid to farmers affected by Chinese retaliation against American soybeans. The hosts pivot to a discussion on the health risks of soy, claiming it is toxic unless heavily cooked and can cause hormonal issues.

Keywords: [steel tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steel-tariffs.md), port of antwerp, [soybeans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soybeans.md), [agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md), edamame, [trade war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-war.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Max Igan, China One Belt One Road and Globalism (36:31–40:24)

An analysis from Max Igan on RT suggests that Trump's trade policies are a form of "theater" designed to isolate America and push Europe toward China's One Belt One Road initiative. The hosts discuss whether this isolationism is a deliberate business strategy to marginalize the US dollar as the global reserve currency.

Keywords: max igan, [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [one belt one road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/one-belt-one-road.md), [isolationism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isolationism.md), [globalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Austin Homelessness, Bond Measures and Public Sanitation (40:27–43:52)

Austin, Texas is considering a $900 million bond measure that includes funding for homelessness services and light rail. Critics argue that current spending is ineffective, noting that the city has over 7,500 homeless individuals but very few shelter beds. An anecdote is shared regarding the aggressive behavior of homeless individuals in private office buildings.

Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md), bond measure, [sanitation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanitation.md), [light rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/light-rail.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Facebook Stock Collapse, Data Privacy and Revenue Guidance (43:53–48:29)

Facebook shares plummeted 24% following an earnings call where the CFO warned of slowing revenue growth and declining user numbers in Europe. The company attributed some of the slowdown to giving users more data privacy choices, which negatively impacts their advertising-based business model. Other tech stocks like Twitter and Snapchat also saw declines in sympathy.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [cfo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cfo.md), [revenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenue.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/14.md)

### 15. GDP Growth, Economic Numbers and Election Strategy (48:29–51:02)

Anticipation builds for new GDP growth numbers, which are expected to be significantly higher than the Obama-era average. A theory is presented that the threat of tariffs has caused a temporary spike in economic activity as businesses rush to manufacture and import goods in advance. This economic "jack-up" is viewed as a strategic move ahead of the 2018 midterm elections.

Keywords: [gdp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gdp.md), gnp, [larry kudlow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-kudlow.md), [2018 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2018-midterms.md), [inventory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inventory.md), [manufacturing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manufacturing.md), [economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Brett Kavanaugh, Vince Foster and Midterm Gambits (51:04–58:19)

Judge Andrew Napolitano suggests that Donald Trump's Supreme Court pick, Brett Kavanaugh, was a choice forced by the establishment. However, a counter-theory posits that Kavanaugh's past role in the Vince Foster investigation could be used to dredge up Clinton-era scandals during confirmation hearings. This strategy would theoretically energize the Republican base and obstruct Democratic momentum in the midterms.

Keywords: [brett kavanaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brett-kavanaugh.md), [andrew napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-napolitano.md), [vince foster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vince-foster.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/16.md)

### 17. No Agenda Art, Darren O'Neill and Creative Contributions (58:21–1:00:53)

The hosts thank Darren O'Neill for the episode 1053 artwork, which featured a car remote with an "assassinate" button. They discuss the high quality of submissions to the No Agenda Art Generator and how listeners use the art for personal projects and social media.

Keywords: [darren o'neill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darren-o-neill.md), [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [no agenda art generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art-generator.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [digital art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-art.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Twitter Password Issues, Silicon Valley Corporate Culture (1:00:54–1:05:42)

A host recounts a frustrating experience trying to recover a Twitter password, criticizing the lack of responsive PR and customer support at major tech firms. The discussion shifts to a new policy in Mountain View or San Francisco that may ban tech companies from providing free food in order to support local restaurants.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [google voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-voice.md), [pr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pr.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mountain view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mountain-view.md), free food

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Executive Producer Glenn Morphus, Big Brain Place (1:05:43–1:09:21)

Executive Producer Glenn Morphus contributes $338.38 and shares a personal note about his sister's recovery from a brain aneurysm. He also promotes his family startup, Big Brain Place, which sells puzzles, aromatherapy, and sensory blankets designed to improve cognitive health.

Keywords: glenn morphus, big brain place, [aromatherapy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aromatherapy.md), [cognitive health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognitive-health.md), [brain aneurysm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brain-aneurysm.md), [cursive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cursive.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Colonoscopy Debate, Warren Buffett and Dutch Pronunciation (1:09:23–1:12:37)

A discussion on the merits of colonoscopies mentions Warren Buffett's skepticism of the procedure. A donor from New York shares his success in hiring his first employee but requests a "de-douching" for him. The segment ends with a challenge to pronounce "Scheveningen," a word used in WWII to identify German spies in the Netherlands.

Keywords: [colonoscopy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colonoscopy.md), [warren buffett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warren-buffett.md), [colon cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colon-cancer.md), [scheveningen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scheveningen.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Sir Semicolon Farrier, Pre-Cancerous Claims and Health Karma (1:12:39–1:17:15)

Chris Richardson, dubbed Sir Semicolon Farrier, donates $333.33 after undergoing surgery to remove precancerous polyps and a portion of his colon. The hosts discuss the medical industry's use of the term "pre-cancerous," comparing it to the marketing of the HPV vaccine.

Keywords: sir semicolon farrier, [colonoscopy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colonoscopy.md), polyps, [hpv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv.md), [cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), farrier, [medical karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Roku Spy Devices, Netflix Ads and ReplayTV History (1:17:17–1:21:16)

The hosts discuss reports that Netflix is testing interstitial ads and that Roku has evolved into a massive advertising and data-tracking platform. A historical look at ReplayTV and its conflict with TiVo highlights the long-standing Silicon Valley practice of "poaching" ad inventory and tracking user behavior.

Keywords: [roku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roku.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [replaytv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/replaytv.md), [tivo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tivo.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [isp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isp.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Pi-hole Ad Blocking, Brave Browser and Data Indicators (1:21:18–1:25:25)

Technical advice is given on using a Pi-hole (Raspberry Pi) to block ads at the network level. The Brave browser is also discussed as a tool for privacy, though its business model involving "indicators" and cryptocurrency is viewed with some skepticism. The segment mentions the controversy surrounding Brave's founder and his departure from Firefox.

Keywords: [pi-hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi-hole.md), [brave browser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brave-browser.md), [ad blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-blocking.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [firefox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firefox.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [cryptocurrency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cryptocurrency.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Associate Executive Producers, Knighting Ceremony and Meetups (1:25:27–1:31:21)

The hosts recognize several Associate Executive Producers and answer a question about the proper finger for wearing a No Agenda signet ring. They announce an upcoming listener meetup at Sonny's BBQ in South Lake Tahoe on July 29th.

Keywords: [associate executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producer.md), [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [lake tahoe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lake-tahoe.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [signet ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-ring.md), [cisgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisgender.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Rob Reiner, Twitter Addiction and Democracy Concerns (1:31:22–1:34:33)

Actor Rob Reiner appears on a podcast discussing his obsession with Twitter and his fears that American democracy is slipping away under Donald Trump. Reiner describes how his wife, Michele, is also suffering from extreme anxiety and lack of sleep due to the current political climate.

Keywords: [rob reiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rob-reiner.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [trump derangement syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-derangement-syndrome.md), [peter strzok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-strzok.md), michele reiner

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Smartphone Dependence, White Matter and Microsoft Ads (1:34:33–1:39:51)

A study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience suggests that Smartphone Dependence (SPD) can alter white matter integrity and gray matter density in the brain. The hosts recall an old Microsoft Windows Phone commercial that predicted the social and physical dangers of being overly distracted by mobile devices.

Keywords: smartphone dependence, [spd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spd.md), [nih](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih.md), [neuroscience](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neuroscience.md), white matter, [brain health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brain-health.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Instagram Influencers, Burger Photos and Social Etiquette (1:39:52–1:42:22)

A story from a listener in New York describes the "gross" behavior of Instagram influencers at a birthday party, where guests spent 15 minutes photographing sliders with portable lighting before eating. The hosts discuss the rise of "influencer culture" where restaurants provide free meals in exchange for social media promotion.

Keywords: [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), [influencer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influencer.md), burgers, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etiquette.md), [luddite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luddite.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/27.md)

### 28. 23andMe, GlaxoSmithKline and DNA Data Privacy (1:42:23–1:46:53)

GlaxoSmithKline has invested $300 million in 23andMe to gain access to its database of 5 million customers for drug research. The hosts warn that DNA data is the ultimate personal information and express concern that these databases will inevitably be hacked or sold to "bad actors" in the pharmaceutical industry.

Keywords: [23andme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/23andme.md), [glaxosmithkline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glaxosmithkline.md), [dna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dna.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md), [terms of service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terms-of-service.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Email Extortion Scams, Keyloggers and Bitcoin Ransoms (1:46:56–1:52:56)

A host shares a detailed "sextortion" email he received, which claimed to have used a keylogger and webcam to record him watching adult content. The scammer demanded $3,000 in Bitcoin to prevent the video from being sent to the victim's contacts. The hosts explain that these are broad-spectrum phishing attacks using old leaked passwords to appear legitimate.

Keywords: [extortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extortion.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [malware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malware.md), [keylogger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keylogger.md), porn scam, [phishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phishing.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Michael Cohen Tapes, Karen McDougal and National Enquirer (1:52:56–1:58:03)

The release of a secret recording made by Michael Cohen shows him discussing a payment to buy the rights to Karen McDougal's story about an alleged affair with Donald Trump. The "catch and kill" strategy involved David Pecker of American Media Inc. The hosts argue the media is overhyping the legal significance of the tapes regarding campaign finance laws.

Keywords: [michael cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-cohen.md), karen mcdougal, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [david pecker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-pecker.md), [national enquirer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-enquirer.md), [lanny davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lanny-davis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Campaign Finance Allegations, Media Obsession and Charlie Rose (1:58:03–2:06:01)

CBS News and other outlets are intensely focused on whether the Cohen-Trump tapes prove a campaign finance violation. The hosts criticize the hypocrisy of news anchors like Nora O'Donnell and Gail King, who worked with Charlie Rose for years without addressing his misconduct but are now "obsessed" with Trump's personal life.

Keywords: [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), randy kleeman, [nora o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nora-o-donnell.md), [gail king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gail-king.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Russian Power Grid Hack, Arron Banks and Brexit (2:06:02–2:12:51)

The Department of Homeland Security claims Russian hackers have infiltrated the US power grid via spear-phishing. Simultaneously, the BBC is investigating Arron Banks, a major Brexit donor, alleging his wealth may be linked to Russian diamond investments. The hosts note the media's frequent use of the phrase "without any proof" when reporting on Trump's claims while making their own evidence-free assertions about Russia.

Keywords: [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), arron banks, [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [jeff pegues](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-pegues.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Spear Phishing Naivety, Cybersecurity and Cyrillic Attachments (2:12:52–2:18:58)

The hosts mock the idea that "spear phishing" is a sophisticated state-sponsored attack, noting that it is a common tactic used by low-level criminals. One host describes receiving suspicious emails with Cyrillic attachments and discusses the importance of not clicking on unknown files or using isolated "sandbox" machines for testing.

Keywords: [spear phishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spear-phishing.md), [stuxnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stuxnet.md), [malware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malware.md), cyrillic, [pdf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pdf.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), sandbox

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Baron Donald of the Fire Bottles, Starfleet Command and Meetups (2:18:59–2:24:42)

Sir Baron Donald of the Fire Bottles is promoted to Viscount of Eastern Washington. He submitted his request on "United Federation of Planets" letterhead. The hosts also remind listeners of the South Lake Tahoe meetup and acknowledge several "boob" donations (amounts ending in 80.08).

Keywords: [starfleet command](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starfleet-command.md), [bob dylan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-dylan.md), [spokane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spokane.md), [lake tahoe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lake-tahoe.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [united federation of planets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-federation-of-planets.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Producer Credits, US Postal Service and Xenophobia (2:24:43–2:31:27)

The hosts credit a long list of individual donors and defend the US Postal Service as a vital, constitutional institution. A brief tangent occurs regarding the word "gyp" and its perceived xenophobic origins, leading to a joke about the song "Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves."

Keywords: [usps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usps.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [gypsies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gypsies.md), [xenophobia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xenophobia.md), [producer credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producer-credits.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [unicode](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unicode.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Knighting of Chris Richardson and Tim Schallberger (2:31:28–2:35:48)

Chris Richardson and Tim Schallberger are officially knighted for their significant financial support of the show. The hosts explain the "value for value" model and encourage listeners to contribute based on the enjoyment they receive from the podcast.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), chris richardson, tim schallberger, [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [roundtable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundtable.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Barack Obama's Kenya Visit, "First President from Kenya" (2:35:49–2:42:21)

Barack Obama's recent visit to Kenya was met with mixed reactions from locals who felt he did not do enough for the country during his presidency. During a speech, Obama referred to himself as the "first sitting American president to come from Kenya," a statement the hosts find "head-scratching" given his official birth record in Hawaii.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [kenya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenya.md), [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), luo, [nairobi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nairobi.md), [birtherism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birtherism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Male Supremacy, SPLC and Toxic Masculinity (2:42:22–2:44:47)

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has begun tracking "male supremacy" as a hateful ideology. The hosts argue that the SPLC is ignoring the actual subjugation of women in certain religious faiths while focusing on "brainwashing" the public about Western gender dynamics.

Keywords: [southern poverty law center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-poverty-law-center.md), male supremacy, [toxic masculinity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toxic-masculinity.md), muslim faith, [gender politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-politics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Toronto Shooting, Faisal Hussain and Gun Laws (2:44:48–2:49:33)

Following a mass shooting in Toronto by Faisal Hussain, the media and family spokespeople are emphasizing his history of mental illness. The hosts question how an individual with a known history of psychiatric issues was able to obtain a firearm in Canada, given the country's strict gun control regulations.

Keywords: [toronto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toronto.md), faisal hussain, [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [gun laws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-laws.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), danforth shooting

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Syria Suicide Bombings, Star Wars Action Figure Auction (2:49:35–2:53:19)

Reports of deadly suicide bombings in Syria and Pakistan are briefly covered. The show concludes with news of a high-end Star Wars action figure auction in Dallas, where rare prototypes like Bib Fortuna and Darth Vader are expected to sell for tens of thousands of dollars.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [star wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-wars.md), bib fortuna, [darth vader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darth-vader.md), heritage auctions

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Outro, Sign-off and "One Burger" ISO (2:53:20–2:56:26)

The hosts sign off from Austin and Silicon Valley, reminding listeners to return for the Sunday show. The episode ends with a series of comedic clips and the "One Burger" audio snippet selected for the show's "In Search Of" (ISO) archive.

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), [mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mofos.md), one burger

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/41.md)

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