# Flash Meetup!

> Geopolitical tensions flare as China eyes Taiwan, Mitt Romney breaks ranks with the White House, and Silicon Valley faces a growing exodus over platform censorship.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1100
- **Published:** 2019-01-04
- **Length:** 2h 46m
- **Topics:** Taiwan reunification, Patreon exodus, Facebook tracking, [Mitt Romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), Chongqing sponsorship, Firenado, [Eric Prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-prince.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup

## About this episode

Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued a stark warning regarding the inevitable reunification of Taiwan, refusing to renounce military force while rejecting the one country two systems framework. The 2019 Times Square New Year celebration mirrored this geopolitical shift, featuring heavy sponsorship from the city of Chongqing and promotional segments for Chinese automotive innovation. Meanwhile, Jair Bolsonaro assumed the presidency in Brazil, signaling a pivot toward the United States despite the nation's deep economic reliance on Chinese soybean imports.

Domestic political friction intensified as Senator-elect Mitt Romney published a scathing Washington Post op-ed questioning the character of Donald Trump following the resignations of James Mattis and Brett McGurk. In the House, Speaker Nancy Pelosi successfully bypassed Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s push for a Green New Deal Committee by establishing a Select Committee on the Climate Crisis led by Kathy Castor. Technological tensions also escalated as the Chaos Computer Club revealed that 61 percent of Android apps, including the King James Bible and Kayak, transmit granular user data to Facebook via the Facebook SDK regardless of account status.

Jordan Peterson and Dave Rubin announced their departure from Patreon to protest the de-platforming of creators like Sargon of Akkad, citing the influence of the Southern Poverty Law Center on tech regulation. The show celebrates its 1100th episode milestone with a knighting ceremony for producers and a flash meetup announcement for the Gilman Brewery in Berkeley. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak break down the technical failures of the Surface Go and the bizarre firenado that struck Scheveningen during Dutch New Year festivities.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/transcript.md.

### 1. New Year Greetings and Verjuice Discussion (0:00–1:52)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 1100 of the No Agenda show, broadcasting from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley. Dvorak describes his family's holiday travels and mentions receiving verjuice, the juice of unripened grapes used as a vinegar substitute, as a gift.

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), verjuice, [christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christmas.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Surface Go Recovery and Windows 10 Rebuild (1:53–5:44)

A host details a technical failure involving a Surface Go tablet where the master boot record became corrupted. The recovery process using Acronis software failed because the low-level environment did not recognize the USB-C Ethernet dongle or Wi-Fi. The device eventually required a clean install of Windows 10, which resolved performance issues previously caused by BitLocker and failed updates.

Keywords: [surface go](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surface-go.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [acronis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acronis.md), bitlocker, [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [disaster recovery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disaster-recovery.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Netherlands New Year Traditions and Scheveningen Firenado (5:45–9:57)

The Dutch tradition of extreme New Year's Eve firework celebrations is highlighted, including a massive bonfire in Scheveningen. A 150-foot tower of wooden pallets created a "firenado" that showered the city with embers, causing multiple roof fires. The event resulted in a record number of fires across the country despite the typically docile nature of the Dutch population.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [scheveningen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scheveningen.md), firenado, [fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md), wooden pallets, bonfire

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Emmanuel Macron New Year Address on Yellow Vest Protests (8:56–10:41)

French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a New Year's Eve speech addressing the civil unrest in France. He characterized certain elements of the protest movement as extremists and "megaphones for a crowd full of hatred" rather than legitimate representatives of the people. Macron accused these groups of targeting journalists, Jews, foreigners, and homosexuals.

Keywords: [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [yellow vest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yellow-vest.md), [extremists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extremists.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/4.md)

### 5. US Strategic Command Nuclear Tweet Apology (9:58–11:31)

U.S. Strategic Command issued an apology after tweeting a video of a B-2 stealth bomber dropping bombs with a caption comparing the munitions to the New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square. The tweet, which stated the command was ready to drop something "much much bigger," was deleted following public criticism for being in poor taste.

Keywords: strategic command, b-2 stealth bomber, [times square](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/times-square.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [nuclear arsenal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-arsenal.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/5.md)

### 6. New Year's Eve Television Broadcast Criticism (10:42–14:04)

The hosts critique the quality of New Year's Eve television specials on CNN and NBC. They describe the broadcasts as featuring second-rate bands, lip-syncing, and inappropriate commentary, specifically citing Andy Cohen and Chrissy Teigen. NBC is criticized for missing the actual ball drop countdown during their live coverage.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [andy cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andy-cohen.md), [chrissy teigen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrissy-teigen.md), [carson daly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carson-daly.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Chinese Sponsorship of Times Square New Year Celebration (13:07–18:16)

The 2019 Times Square New Year's Eve celebration featured heavy promotion and sponsorship from the Chinese city of Chongqing. Representatives from Chongqing participated in lighting the ball, and the event included a dragon dance and promotional segments for Chinese automotive innovation. Officials, including Wang Jingbo, invited Americans to visit Chongqing to see pandas and experience local culture.

Keywords: [chongqing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chongqing.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [times square](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/times-square.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), wang jingbo, [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Jair Bolsonaro Inauguration and Brazil-China Trade (18:18–22:13)

Jair Bolsonaro was sworn in as the President of Brazil, signaling a shift toward far-right policies and a closer relationship with the United States. Despite meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Brazil remains heavily reliant on bilateral trade with China, its largest trading partner. The discussion notes that China is increasing Brazilian soybean imports to offset tariffs from the U.S. trade war.

Keywords: [jair bolsonaro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jair-bolsonaro.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md), [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [trade war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-war.md), [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Department of Defense Accounting and Missing Trillions (22:13–26:07)

A retrospective look at the Department of Defense's inability to account for trillions of dollars in transactions, a problem highlighted by Donald Rumsfeld on September 10, 2001. Whistleblower Jim Minnery and analyst Franklin C. Spinney are cited regarding "cooked books" and the lack of financial oversight. The Pentagon's internal systems reportedly fail to communicate, leading to massive unaccounted spending.

Keywords: [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [donald rumsfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-rumsfeld.md), dod audit, [whistleblower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblower.md), jim minnery, [waste](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waste.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Cynthia McKinney Questioning Pentagon Information Technology Contracts (26:08–29:54)

Former Georgia Representative Cynthia McKinney is featured in a clip questioning Defense Department officials about $20 billion spent on IT systems that fail to balance the government's books. McKinney pressed for the names of contractors receiving these funds, but officials declined to provide specific names during the hearing.

Keywords: [cynthia mckinney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cynthia-mckinney.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [information technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/information-technology.md), [accounting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accounting.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Bruce Ackerman and Mitt Romney on Government Shutdown (29:00–33:02)

Yale Professor Bruce Ackerman and Senator-elect Mitt Romney are criticized for their public opposition to President Trump during the government shutdown. Ackerman argued that Trump is trying to prove he is in charge when he is not, while Romney wrote a Washington Post op-ed condemning Trump's leadership.

Keywords: [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), bruce ackerman, [yale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yale.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [government shutdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-shutdown.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Mitt Romney Criticism of Donald Trump's Character (32:19–35:40)

Mitt Romney's New Year's Day op-ed is analyzed, specifically his claim that President Trump has not "risen to the mantle of the office." The hosts contrast Romney's current stance on fiscal responsibility with his 2012 campaign statements regarding tax cuts and the national deficit, labeling his positions inconsistent.

Keywords: [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [integrity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/integrity.md), [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md), [deficit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deficit.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Mitt Romney on Syria Withdrawal and Global Trade (34:48–38:31)

Mitt Romney expressed dismay over President Trump's decision to withdraw troops from Syria, citing the resignations of James Mattis and Brett McGurk. Romney argued that a U.S. presence is necessary to maintain a stable world for trade and to protect allies like the Kurds from regional powers including Turkey, Russia, and Iran.

Keywords: [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [james mattis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-mattis.md), [kurds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kurds.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [globalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Nancy Pelosi and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Committee Conflict (37:50–42:33)

Speaker Nancy Pelosi bypassed Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's push for a Green New Deal Committee by creating a Select Committee on the Climate Crisis led by Kathy Castor. Ocasio-Cortez and Ro Khanna are also opposing new House rules known as "PAYGO," which require new spending to be offset by budget cuts or revenue increases.

Keywords: [alexandria ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [green new deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-new-deal.md), kathy castor, paygo

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Xi Jinping Warning on Taiwan Reunification (41:50–46:02)

Chinese President Xi Jinping stated that the reunification of Taiwan with mainland China is inevitable and refused to renounce the use of military force to achieve it. Taiwan's president rejected the "one country, two systems" framework proposed by Beijing. The discussion notes that China has been using economic pressure to isolate Taiwan diplomatically.

Keywords: [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), [reunification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reunification.md), one country two systems, [south china sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-china-sea.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Custom Tailored Shirts in Taiwan and South Korea (45:06–48:27)

A host recounts traveling to Taiwan and South Korea in the 1980s and 90s to have custom shirts made for approximately $15 to $20. These shirts featured specialized oversized breast pockets designed to hold 5-inch floppy disks or CDs, allowing for the discreet transport of media.

Keywords: [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [tailoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tailoring.md), custom shirts, [floppy disk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/floppy-disk.md), [perry ellis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perry-ellis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Email Censorship and Political Spam Filtering Study (47:41–53:25)

A study by the group IMGE found that major email providers like Google, Yahoo, and AOL disproportionately filtered right-leaning political newsletters into spam folders during the 2018 election cycle. The hosts discuss their own difficulties with email deliverability for the No Agenda newsletter and the "tax" of hiring mass email services to bypass blocks.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [yahoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yahoo.md), [aol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aol.md), [spam filters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam-filters.md), imge, [email marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email-marketing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Facebook SDK Tracking in Third-Party Mobile Apps (53:28–57:06)

The Chaos Computer Club (CCC) presented research showing that over 61% of tested Android apps automatically transfer data to Facebook the moment they are opened. This tracking occurs via the Facebook SDK even if the user does not have a Facebook account. Apps mentioned include Kayak, which reportedly sends entire search queries to Facebook.

Keywords: facebook sdk, [data tracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-tracking.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [android](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android.md), kayak, ccc

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Religious and Health App Data Collection (56:29–1:00:38)

Specific mobile applications, including a King James Bible app and various period trackers, are identified as sharing granular user data with Facebook. The Bible app reportedly tracks specific verses read by the user, while other apps transmit hardware data such as battery percentage and accelerometer positions.

Keywords: king james bible app, period tracker, [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [accelerometer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accelerometer.md), battery status

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/19.md)

### 20. AncestryDNA EULA and Genetic Data Ownership (1:00:39–1:03:12)

The End User License Agreement (EULA) for AncestryDNA is scrutinized for clauses that grant the company a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide license to use a customer's DNA data. The discussion highlights that after three years, users may lose certain claims to the ownership of their test results while the company retains usage rights.

Keywords: [ancestrydna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ancestrydna.md), [eula](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eula.md), [genetic data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genetic-data.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [licensing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/licensing.md), [dna testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dna-testing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/20.md)

### 21. News Blooper and No Agenda Artwork (1:03:13–1:05:16)

The hosts play a news clip where an anchor mistakenly says "Dwayne 12" instead of Day 12 of the government shutdown. They also credit Network Dali for the episode 1099 artwork, which features a calendar and a popular meme of a screaming social justice warrior.

Keywords: dwayne 12, network dali, [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [social justice warrior](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice-warrior.md), [meme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meme.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Producer Donations and Job Karma Requests (1:05:16–1:08:40)

Producer Craig Porter contributes $1100.11 and shares that he successfully found a new job in Portland, Oregon, after requesting "Job Karma" on a previous show. He also mentions obtaining his HAM radio technician license. The hosts discuss the difficulty of navigating PayPal's interface to track historical donation totals.

Keywords: [craig porter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craig-porter.md), [job karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/job-karma.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Grand Duke Wayne and Flash Meetup Announcement (1:08:40–1:14:07)

Grand Duke Wayne of Tigard, Oregon, donates $1100. The hosts announce a "flash meetup" organized by Mimi at the Gilman Brewery in Berkeley, California. The event is scheduled for Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and will feature appearances by the hosts and "Theodorable."

Keywords: wayne melon, gilman brewery, [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), flash meetup, [mimi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mimi.md), [theodorable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theodorable.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/23.md)

### 24. International Donations and Climate Change Skepticism (1:13:06–1:17:22)

Donations from Tony Cabrera and Neville Barham spark a discussion about climate change narratives in Australia. Barham notes that a scientist was dismissed for questioning the destruction of the Great Barrier Reef. The hosts argue that Australia's history of extreme weather is being reframed as a modern climate crisis.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [great barrier reef](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/great-barrier-reef.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [tony cabrera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-cabrera.md), neville barham

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Historical California Weather Records and Mudflats (1:17:23–1:18:57)

A report from 1860 by a botanist in California describes torrential rains that turned the Central Valley into a lake, alongside extreme heat and earthquakes. The hosts compare historical maps of San Francisco Bay mudflats from the 1880s to modern maps to argue that environmental conditions have remained largely consistent over time.

Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [central valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-valley.md), [floods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/floods.md), [san francisco bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco-bay.md), [mudflats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mudflats.md), 1860

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Knighting Ceremony and Episode 1100 Milestone (1:19:00–1:24:44)

The hosts conduct a knighting ceremony for several high-level donors and celebrate reaching 1100 episodes. They reflect on the "Value for Value" model and thank the producers for financing the show over the past eleven years without traditional corporate sponsorship.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [alexandria ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [milestone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milestone.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Jordan Peterson and Dave Rubin Leaving Patreon (1:24:45–1:29:11)

Jordan Peterson and Dave Rubin announced they are leaving the Patreon platform due to concerns over censorship and the de-platforming of other creators. The hosts discuss the "Taliban beard" of Patreon CEO Jack Conte and argue that creators should use direct banking methods or checks rather than relying on third-party subscription platforms.

Keywords: [jordan peterson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan-peterson.md), [dave rubin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dave-rubin.md), [patreon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patreon.md), jack conte, [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/27.md)

### 28. YouTube Dependency and Financial De-platforming (1:29:12–1:33:08)

The discussion explores the risks of creators relying on YouTube for distribution and income. The hosts cite the example of WikiLeaks bypassing financial blocks and mention rumors that MasterCard pressured platforms to remove specific creators like Sargon of Akkad. They advocate for decentralized platforms like BitChute and Mastodon.

Keywords: [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [bitchute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitchute.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [mastercard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastercard.md), [sargon of akkad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sargon-of-akkad.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Jordan Peterson on Hate Speech Regulation and SPLC (1:33:08–1:36:41)

Jordan Peterson discusses the dangers of tech companies using the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) to define and regulate "hate speech." He argues that while restricting ISIS recruitment is reasonable, the broad application of these rules by private companies creates a dangerous precedent for censorship.

Keywords: [jordan peterson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan-peterson.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md), [southern poverty law center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-poverty-law-center.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Historical Context of De-platforming Tactics (1:35:59–1:40:15)

The hosts provide historical context for modern de-platforming, noting that pressure tactics and advertiser boycotts were pioneered by the Christian Right decades ago. They review Skype's terms of service, which allow the company to block communications or close accounts to enforce content standards.

Keywords: [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [boycotts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boycotts.md), christian right, [terms of service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terms-of-service.md), [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Backlash Against Autonomous Vehicles and Electric Cars (1:39:22–1:42:45)

In Arizona, residents are reportedly attacking Waymo self-driving cars by slashing tires and throwing rocks. Meanwhile, a trend called "icing" has emerged in Oklahoma, where internal combustion engine truck drivers block electric vehicle charging stations. The hosts view these actions as a revolt against "technology tyranny."

Keywords: [waymo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waymo.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md), icing, [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Eric Prince and Electric Vehicle Metal Fund (1:42:46–1:43:44)

Blackwater founder Eric Prince has launched a fund to invest in metals required for electric vehicle batteries, such as cobalt. The fund focuses on mining operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Prince is described as a savvy investor positioning himself in the green energy supply chain.

Keywords: [eric prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-prince.md), [blackwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackwater.md), [cobalt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cobalt.md), [batteries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batteries.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [drc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/32.md)

### 33. The Decline of the Term Woke (1:43:49–1:47:25)

NPR reports that the term "woke" has moved from a fringe activist term to a mainstream cliché, signaling its decline in cultural relevance. The word's origins are traced back to a 1962 essay by William Melvin Kelly. Linguists suggest that once African American vernacular is adopted by the white mainstream, it is often abandoned by its original creators.

Keywords: [woke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woke.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), william melvin kelly, [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Jill Abramson Criticism of New York Times Woke Staff (1:46:27–1:50:00)

Former New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson criticizes the paper in her new book, alleging that "woke" younger staff members have abandoned journalistic standards to pursue an anti-Trump agenda. She also notes that the paper's negative coverage of the president has resulted in a significant financial reward through increased digital traffic.

Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [howard kurtz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-kurtz.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/34.md)

### 35. North Korean Ransomware Attack on US Newspapers (1:50:00–1:51:48)

The Los Angeles Times and other Tribune Publishing newspapers were hit by a Ryuk ransomware attack, which officials have attributed to North Korean hackers. The attackers reportedly demanded $640,000 to decrypt the files. The hosts express skepticism regarding the attribution to North Korea, suggesting it may be a convenient scapegoat for network security failures.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), ryuk ransomware, [la times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/la-times.md), tribune publishing, [cyberattack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyberattack.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Data Backup Strategies and Black Mirror Bandersnatch (1:51:49–1:56:20)

A host describes a multi-layered backup strategy involving separate drives, clones, and cloud storage. The conversation shifts to the Netflix interactive film *Black Mirror: Bandersnatch*, which contains hidden Atari code that can be decrypted via a cassette tape emulator to reveal a QR code.

Keywords: [backup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backup.md), cloud, [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [black mirror](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-mirror.md), bandersnatch, [atari](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atari.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Witches Opposing Donald Trump's Use of Witch Hunt (1:56:21–1:59:45)

CNN reports on modern-day witches and Wiccans who are offended by President Trump's frequent use of the term "witch hunt" to describe the Mueller investigation. Activists argue the term trivializes the historical execution of thousands of people during actual witch trials in Europe and Salem.

Keywords: [witches](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/witches.md), wicca, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [mueller investigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-investigation.md), salem witch trials, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Elizabeth Warren 2020 Presidential Campaign Launch (1:58:46–2:02:12)

Senator Elizabeth Warren has officially entered the 2020 presidential race, beginning her campaign in Iowa. The hosts critique her attempt to appear "relatable" through a Periscope video where she drinks a beer, comparing it unfavorably to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's social media presence.

Keywords: [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), [periscope](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/periscope.md), [beer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beer.md), [alexandria ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Google Assistant Charitable Donations and Terms of Service (2:01:20–2:03:51)

Google has enabled a feature allowing users to make charitable donations via Google Assistant voice commands. The hosts warn against using the service due to Google's restrictive terms of service and historical issues with Google Wallet, advocating instead for direct "Value for Value" support.

Keywords: [google assistant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-assistant.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [charity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charity.md), [terms of service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terms-of-service.md), google wallet

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Binary Donations and De-douching Ceremonies (2:03:55–2:08:03)

Producer Ho Ching Hung contributes a binary-coded donation of $192. The hosts also perform "de-douching" ceremonies for listeners and officially name Madison Perlini as "Dame Meowdeson" following her contribution to the show.

Keywords: ho ching hung, [binary code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binary-code.md), [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), dame meowdeson

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/40.md)

### 41. International Producer Contributions and Cruise Ship Tech (2:08:04–2:11:31)

Donations are acknowledged from producers in Australia, South Carolina, and Missouri. A note from Derek Winky describes his experience going "off the grid" during a cruise by refusing to pay for the onboard internet package, observing the constant smartphone usage of other passengers.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [south carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-carolina.md), [cruise ship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cruise-ship.md), [internet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet.md), [off the grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/off-the-grid.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Heavy Metal Historian and Barrett's Esophagus Recovery (2:11:32–2:14:06)

Sir Greg Davies, the heavy metal historian, shares a personal story about a health scare involving Barrett's Esophagus. He credits his girlfriend, Jennifer Weta, for her support during his recovery and for gifting him the donation that secured his knighthood.

Keywords: [greg davies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-davies.md), [cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), barrett's esophagus, [heavy metal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heavy-metal.md), jennifer weta

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Regional Demonics and New Subscription Tiers (2:14:07–2:17:23)

The hosts discuss regional names for residents, such as "Michiganders" and "Austenites," while acknowledging donors from Wisconsin and Hawaii. They also mention the launch of a new $11.11 weekly subscription tier to support the show's "Value for Value" model.

Keywords: michiganders, austenites, [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), [subscriptions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subscriptions.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Birthday Announcements and Knight Ring Details (2:17:23–2:21:21)

The hosts read birthday wishes for various producers and their family members. They provide details on the No Agenda knight rings, which are white gold-plated signet rings sent to high-level donors along with sealing wax and an official certificate.

Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [knight ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knight-ring.md), [white gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-gold.md), [signet ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-ring.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Alex Jones De-platforming and Public Rants (2:20:45–2:24:21)

A clip of Alex Jones shouting about de-platforming and vaccines is played. The hosts suggest that Jones is struggling to accept his removal from the mainstream media milieu and that his increasingly erratic behavior is a reaction to his diminishing cultural relevance.

Keywords: [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [infowars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infowars.md), [de-platforming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-platforming.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Donald Trump on Stock Market Glitches (2:24:22–2:26:45)

President Trump referred to recent stock market volatility as a "glitch." The hosts interpret this as an acknowledgment of algorithmic trading and high-frequency swings that are not necessarily tied to economic fundamentals but rather to automated market triggers.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [s&p 500](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/s-p-500.md), economic glitch

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Historical Obesity and Global Warming Narrative (2:26:46–2:28:41)

A 2009 study from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine claimed that obesity contributes to global warming because heavier people consume more food and use more fuel for transportation. The hosts note that this specific narrative was largely dropped by the media once it began to alienate the target audience for climate activism.

Keywords: [obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obesity.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [london school of hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london-school-of-hygiene.md), [2009](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2009.md), [environment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Chuck Todd Meet the Press Climate Special (2:28:04–2:31:35)

Chuck Todd hosted a special edition of *Meet the Press* dedicated entirely to climate change. Todd explicitly stated that the show would not include "climate deniers" or debate the existence of human-caused global warming, asserting that the science is settled and no opposing views would be given airtime.

Keywords: [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [meet the press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meet-the-press.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Jeff Zucker on OJ Simpson and the 1992 Election (2:30:32–2:37:19)

CNN President Jeff Zucker discussed his career on David Axelrod's podcast, detailing how he used the OJ Simpson trial to boost *The Today Show* ratings. Zucker also explained how giving Bill Clinton and Ross Perot extended airtime during the 1992 election helped Clinton win by splitting the Republican vote.

Keywords: [jeff zucker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-zucker.md), [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [today show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/today-show.md), [oj simpson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oj-simpson.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [ross perot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ross-perot.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Jeff Zucker on Donald Trump and CNN Coverage (2:37:20–2:42:02)

Jeff Zucker defended CNN's extensive coverage of Donald Trump during the 2016 primaries, citing Trump's existing popularity from *The Apprentice*. Zucker rejected the idea that news organizations should only provide "spinach" (important news), arguing instead that they must provide what the audience is interested in to remain relevant.

Keywords: [jeff zucker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-zucker.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [the apprentice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-apprentice.md), [2016 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2016-election.md), [ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ratings.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/50.md)

### 51. Show Outro and Final Credits (2:42:05–2:46:40)

The hosts conclude episode 1100 with a final reminder of the Berkeley meetup and their Sunday broadcast schedule. They play a closing montage featuring music and clips of Alex Jones, signing off from Austin and Silicon Valley.

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), [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), episode 1100

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/51.md)

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