# Sarcasm

> Legal warfare against Huawei intensifies as the 2020 presidential race heats up and the Pentagon explores new statutory authorities to fund the southern border wall.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1108
- **Published:** 2019-02-01
- **Length:** 2h 49m
- **Topics:** Huawei Indictment, [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), Venezuela Crisis, 5G Tech War, CPI Manipulation, Pi-hole Privacy
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm

## About this episode

The Department of Justice has filed nearly two dozen criminal charges against Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei and CFO Meng Wanzhou, alleging the theft of trade secrets from T-Mobile and the violation of Iranian sanctions. This legal escalation signals a deepening tech war as the United States moves to block Chinese dominance in global 5G infrastructure. The indictments specifically highlight the alleged theft of a testing robot named Tappy, framing the conflict as a matter of national security and industrial competition.

Domestic political maneuvers intensify as President Trump considers using 10 U.S. Code Section 284 to fund border wall construction via the Pentagon, bypassing congressional gridlock. Meanwhile, the 2020 presidential field expands with Senator Kamala Harris launching her campaign in Oakland and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand invoking dramatic rhetoric to challenge the current administration. In Venezuela, National Security Advisor John Bolton identifies a Troika of Tyranny while the international community recognizes Juan Guaidó as the legitimate interim leader over Nicolás Maduro. Economic shifts also surface as statistician John Williams explains how the Bureau of Labor Statistics manipulated the Consumer Price Index to suppress reported inflation through substitution methods.

Personal privacy reaches a tipping point as Pi-hole network logs reveal Roku devices pinging tracking servers every sixty seconds to report user activity. The show honors the late heavy metal historian Sir Greg Davies, known online as CGT2099, with a memorial dedication following his sudden passing in Australia. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak break down the absurdity of dog DNA testing in urban apartments and the rise of cricket-based pet food marketed as a climate solution.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/transcript.md.

### 1. Sir Greg Davies Memorial, Heavy Metal Historian Tribute (0:00–4:00)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open Episode 1108 by dedicating the show to the memory of Sir Greg Davies, a prominent community member and "heavy metal historian" who passed away at age 41. The hosts read a letter from his fiancé, Dame Jennifer Weta, detailing his sudden death from a heart attack in Perth, Australia. Listeners are encouraged to make memorial donations of $20.99, a figure inspired by Davies' internet handle, CGT2099.

Keywords: [greg davies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-davies.md), heavy metal historian, [perth australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perth-australia.md), [heart attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-attack.md), memorial donation

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Polar Vortex, Global Warming Media Narrative (4:02–6:30)

The discussion examines media coverage of the extreme cold in the American Midwest contrasted with record heat in Australia. NBC News reports suggest that the "breaking" of the jet stream like a dam is evidence of climate change, a claim the hosts view with skepticism. They analyze how weather experts at NOAA and various news outlets use the "polar vortex" terminology to link seasonal cold snaps to greenhouse gas warming.

Keywords: [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [jet stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jet-stream.md), arctic air

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Jussie Smollett Incident, Chicago Cold Wave (6:31–8:11)

The hosts review the initial reports surrounding actor Jussie Smollett, who claimed to be the victim of a racially motivated attack in Chicago during a period of extreme sub-zero temperatures. They question the logistics of the alleged assault occurring at 2:00 AM in 20-below-zero weather in the affluent Streeterville neighborhood. The segment highlights the lack of immediate evidence regarding the reported "lynching" attempt involving a rope and MAGA hats.

Keywords: [jussie smollett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jussie-smollett.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [empire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/empire.md), streeterville, [hate crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-crime.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/3.md)

### 4. NPR Climate Science, Polar Vortex Variability (8:11–13:45)

A clip from NPR features a NOAA scientist explaining the mechanics of the polar vortex and its relationship to the troposphere. The scientist notes that while the stratospheric vortex has weakened over 30 years, it is unclear if this is due to climate change or long-term natural variability. The hosts highlight the scientist's admission that climate models actually predict fewer cold air outbreaks in the future, contradicting current media alarmism.

Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [noaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noaa.md), [climate models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-models.md), [troposphere](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troposphere.md), [greenhouse gases](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenhouse-gases.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Kate Marvel, Climate Model Cloud Uncertainty (13:45–16:14)

Climate scientist Kate Marvel discusses the inherent flaws in current climate models during an appearance on the Freakonomics podcast. She identifies clouds as the "wild card" of climate science because they are difficult to simulate due to their scale, ranging from tiny dust particles to massive atmospheric formations. The hosts interpret these admissions as a sign that the scientific community is beginning to "back off" from previous certainties regarding global warming.

Keywords: [kate marvel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kate-marvel.md), nasa goddard, [freakonomics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freakonomics.md), cloud modeling, climate system

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Union Oil Anecdote, Gradual Data Correction (16:15–18:40)

A personal anecdote describes a past experience as a chemist at Union Oil, where a factor-of-ten error was made during sulfur content testing. Rather than admitting the massive mistake immediately, the speaker describes "backing out" of the error by gradually adjusting subsequent test results to appear normal. This story serves as a metaphor for how the hosts believe climate scientists are currently handling flawed computer models.

Keywords: [union oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/union-oil.md), chemist, sulfur content, [data manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-manipulation.md), error correction

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/6.md)

### 7. European Youth Climate Protests, Truancy Trends (18:42–22:03)

Thousands of students in Brussels, Belgium, participate in their third consecutive week of climate protests, skipping school to march for environmental policy. Media footage shows students with "Save Us" painted on their faces, though the hosts note the irony of the protesters being heavily bundled up against the freezing cold. The discussion frames the movement as a "truancy problem" where children are being traumatized by political rhetoric.

Keywords: [belgium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belgium.md), [brussels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brussels.md), [euronews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euronews.md), [climate strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-strike.md), [truancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truancy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/7.md)

### 8. John Williams, CPI Inflation Calculation Changes (22:04–28:07)

Statistician John Williams of ShadowStats explains how the U.S. government altered the Consumer Price Index (CPI) calculation in the 1980s to lower reported inflation. He details how Alan Greenspan introduced "substitution," assuming that if steak becomes too expensive, consumers will buy chicken, thus maintaining their standard of living. The hosts argue this manipulation allows the government to reduce Social Security cost-of-living adjustments while ignoring the actual rise in expenses.

Keywords: [john williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-williams.md), [shadow stats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shadow-stats.md), consumer price index, [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Geo Storm Racing, MTV Celebrity Event (28:08–29:36)

A host recounts a humorous story about participating in an MTV celebrity street race in Denver driving a Geo Storm. The anecdote describes crashing into a wall during the race and the subsequent embarrassment of watching the footage, where the car appeared much slower than it felt from the driver's seat. The story is prompted by the previous discussion on "cheap" consumer goods and substitution.

Keywords: geo storm, [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), street race, celebrity grand prix

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/9.md)

### 10. US Code 284, Military Border Wall Construction (29:37–38:55)

During a congressional hearing, Representative Mo Brooks questions Undersecretary of Defense John Rood about 10 U.S. Code Section 284. This specific law authorizes the Secretary of Defense to construct roads and fences to disrupt transnational organized crime and drug smuggling without requiring a national emergency declaration. The hosts suggest President Trump may use this existing legal authority to fund the border wall using the Pentagon's budget, bypassing congressional stalemates.

Keywords: [mo brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mo-brooks.md), john rood, [southern border](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-border.md), [drug trafficking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-trafficking.md), [national emergency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-emergency.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Hallie Jackson, NBC News Switchback Reporting (38:57–49:38)

The hosts deconstruct a report by NBC's Hallie Jackson regarding President Trump's public disagreement with his intelligence chiefs. They identify a reporting technique they call the "switchback reach-around," where a reporter makes an assertion and then plays a clip that doesn't actually support the claim. The segment analyzes how NBC uses soundbites from Gina Haspel and Adam Schiff to create a narrative of "dangerous" presidential behavior regarding North Korea and Iran.

Keywords: [hallie jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hallie-jackson.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [intelligence community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md), [adam schiff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-schiff.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Pet Ownership Trends, Dog DNA Testing (49:39–55:46)

The discussion shifts to the "dog takeover" in urban living, noting that some apartment buildings now require dog DNA samples to identify owners who do not clean up after their pets. The hosts also report on Purina's new dog food made from crickets and fish heads, marketed as a way to combat climate change. Finally, they mock a bizarre grooming trend involving applying glitter to male dogs' testicles.

Keywords: purina, [dog food](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dog-food.md), [crickets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crickets.md), [dna testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dna-testing.md), pet friendly apartments

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Kamala Harris, Presidential Campaign Launch (55:46–1:01:39)

Senator Kamala Harris officially launches her 2020 presidential campaign with a speech in Oakland and a CNN town hall. The hosts compare her speaking style and "arrogance" to Hillary Clinton, noting her history as a District Attorney. They specifically critique a segment of her speech where she asks "Who are we?" and provides the circular answer, "We are better than this," which they label as "dingbatty."

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [oakland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oakland.md), [willie brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/willie-brown.md), [cnn town hall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn-town-hall.md), pantsuit

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/13.md)

### 14. CNN Town Hall, Male Feminist Question (1:01:40–1:03:35)

During a televised town hall, a male audience member asks Kamala Harris how to respond to people who claim a male nominee has a better chance of defeating Donald Trump. The hosts mock the question as extreme "virtue signaling" and "mansplaining," suggesting the questioner was scripted to help Harris appeal to the Democratic base.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [town hall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/town-hall.md), [virtue signaling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virtue-signaling.md), [mansplaining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mansplaining.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Sandy Hook, Kamala Harris Autopsy Photo Claim (1:03:36–1:06:04)

Kamala Harris suggests that members of Congress should be forced to look at autopsy photographs of the children killed at Sandy Hook to influence their votes on gun control. The hosts recall the "odd" behavior of medical examiner Wayne Carver during the 2012 investigation and note the lack of public photographic evidence from the scene. They express interest in seeing such evidence if it were ever made available to representatives in a secure setting.

Keywords: [sandy hook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sandy-hook.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), wayne carver, autopsy photos, [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Ben Shapiro, Sarcasm in Political Broadcasting (1:06:05–1:15:59)

The hosts analyze Ben Shapiro's use of sarcasm as a primary rhetorical tool, specifically regarding his coverage of Kamala Harris's past relationship with Willie Brown. They argue that Shapiro's constant sarcasm is "bad broadcasting" because it can be misinterpreted as factual statement by casual listeners. The discussion expands to how sarcasm has replaced genuine humor on both the right and left in social media and cable news.

Keywords: [ben shapiro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-shapiro.md), [sarcasm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarcasm.md), [willie brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/willie-brown.md), broadcasting technique, outrage culture

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Producer Contributions, Executive Producer Credits (1:16:00–1:31:44)

The hosts conduct the first segment of producer credits, thanking Sir Carl of the Lavender Blossom for a $333.33 donation. Other major contributors include Sir Isaac, Knight of the Firearms Instructors, who promotes his directory website, and Lee Oliveris. The segment reinforces the "value-for-value" model, where listeners fund the show in exchange for the content provided, and includes various "jingle" requests and "de-douching" ceremonies for returning donors.

Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [sir carl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-carl.md), [firearms training](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firearms-training.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Kirsten Gillibrand, Presidential Announcement Rhetoric (1:31:46–1:34:03)

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand's presidential announcement is critiqued for its "Oscar-style" passion and dramatic rhetoric. In a featured clip, she invokes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. while accusing President Trump of inspiring "hate and darkness" and tearing the fabric of the nation. The hosts describe the performance as exaggerated and "dingbatty."

Keywords: [kirsten gillibrand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kirsten-gillibrand.md), [martin luther king jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-luther-king-jr.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [hate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate.md), darkness

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Howard Schultz, Independent Presidential Run (1:34:04–1:42:10)

The media and Democratic Party react with "panic" to former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz's announcement that he is considering an independent run for president. A montage of news clips shows pundits claiming Schultz's candidacy would be a "gift to Donald Trump" and could "destroy democracy." The hosts compare the situation to Ross Perot's 1992 run and Ralph Nader's 2000 run, noting the intense pressure on Schultz to run as a Democrat instead.

Keywords: [howard schultz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-schultz.md), [starbucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starbucks.md), [ross perot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ross-perot.md), [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [third party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/third-party.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Venezuela Crisis, Boots on the Ground Reports (1:42:10–1:47:57)

The hosts present "boots on the ground" reports from producers regarding the political crisis in Venezuela. The reports claim that Nicolás Maduro's government is effectively run by Cuban intelligence (G2) and that the 2018 elections were fraudulent. Juan Guaidó, the President of the National Assembly, is recognized by the international community as the legitimate interim leader. The segment details how Maduro stripped the opposition-led Congress of its power in 2017.

Keywords: [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), [nicolas maduro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicolas-maduro.md), [juan guaido](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/juan-guaido.md), [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), [national assembly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-assembly.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Trump on Libya, John Bolton Oil Strategy (1:47:57–1:52:38)

A 2011 video of Donald Trump discussing Libya is used to illustrate his "victor belongs the spoils" foreign policy philosophy, where he argued the U.S. should have taken 50% of Libya's oil in exchange for intervention. This is linked to current National Security Advisor John Bolton's comments about securing Venezuelan oil assets for American companies. Bolton identifies Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua as the "Troika of Tyranny."

Keywords: [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [john bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), [citgo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citgo.md), [oil reserves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-reserves.md), troika of tyranny

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Media Coverage of Venezuela, UN Ambassador Response (1:52:38–1:58:51)

The segment contrasts U.S. media reports with a speech by Venezuelan UN Ambassador Jorge Valero, who "blasted" U.S. hypocrisy regarding international treaties and the border wall. NBC News reports focus on Maduro's financial "squeeze" and his claims that President Trump ordered a "hit squad" to kill him. The hosts reflect on the history of Hugo Chávez and his previous claims that the CIA gave him cancer.

Keywords: jorge valero, [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), hit squad

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Moon Rocks, Earth Origin Theory (1:58:51–2:03:55)

A news report reveals that a moon rock collected during the Apollo missions actually contains minerals like quartz and zircon that are common on Earth but rare on the moon. Scientists suggest the rock was launched from Earth by an asteroid impact billions of years ago and eventually landed on the moon. The hosts, expressing long-standing skepticism about the moon landings, find the "Earth rock on the moon" explanation suspicious.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [moon landing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-landing.md), apollo mission, hadean time, [moon rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-rock.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Knighting Ceremony, Austin Meetup Announcement (2:04:08–2:15:25)

The hosts perform a formal knighting ceremony for Adrian Drenkhan and Jackson Butler, who have contributed over $1,000 to the show. They announce an upcoming "No Agenda" meetup in Austin, Texas, on March 2nd at Austin Beer Works, and another in Des Moines, Iowa, on February 22nd. The segment includes birthday shout-outs for various community members and mentions the distribution of signet rings to new knights.

Keywords: [no agenda knights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-knights.md), [signet ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-ring.md), [austin beer works](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-beer-works.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [des moines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/des-moines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Elliott Abrams, Iran-Contra History (2:15:26–2:22:49)

The appointment of Elliott Abrams as special envoy to Venezuela sparks a discussion on his controversial history in Central America during the Reagan administration. A clip from "Democracy Now!" features investigative reporter Alan Nairn detailing Abrams' involvement in the Iran-Contra affair and his support for regimes in Guatemala and El Salvador. The segment includes a 1995 Charlie Rose clip where Nairn confronted Abrams, calling for him to be tried for war crimes.

Keywords: [elliott abrams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elliott-abrams.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), alan nairn, [guatemala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guatemala.md), [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Pi-hole, Roku Network Tracking (2:22:50–2:26:06)

A host describes installing "Pi-hole" software on a Raspberry Pi to block advertisements and trackers at the network level. The logs revealed that Roku devices scan home networks every minute and report data back to 25 different tracking servers. The device even reports when the remote control is touched, highlighting the extensive "spying" performed by modern consumer electronics and Windows operating systems.

Keywords: [pi-hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi-hole.md), [raspberry pi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raspberry-pi.md), [roku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roku.md), [network security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/network-security.md), [telemetry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemetry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Facebook Research App, Data Privacy Tipping Point (2:26:06–2:31:58)

Facebook faces backlash for a "research app" that paid teenagers $40 a month to monitor their entire phone activity via a VPN. While Apple revoked Facebook's developer certificate over the incident, the hosts argue this is a positive "tipping point" because it finally puts a clear market price on personal data. The segment also briefly mentions the film "Johnny English Strikes Again" as a satire of Silicon Valley data collection.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [vpn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vpn.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), johnny english

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/27.md)

### 28. 5G Technology, Australia Broadband Rollout (2:31:59–2:35:10)

The discussion covers the global push for 5G technology, noting that AT&T is currently rebranding 4G speeds as "5G E." A clip from Australia announces the first 5G home broadband service in Canberra and Sydney, with plans to deploy 1,200 base stations. The hosts express concern over the health effects of high-frequency cell systems and the push to make 5G part of "national infrastructure."

Keywords: [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md), [at&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [canberra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canberra.md), optus

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Huawei Indictments, US-China Tech War (2:35:10–2:39:46)

The U.S. Justice Department files nearly two dozen charges against Chinese tech giant Huawei and its CFO, Meng Wanzhou. The indictments allege that Huawei stole trade secrets from T-Mobile—specifically regarding a testing robot named "Tappy"—and violated sanctions against Iran. The hosts frame this as a "5G war" where the U.S. is attempting to block Chinese dominance in global telecommunications infrastructure.

Keywords: [huawei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/huawei.md), [t-mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-mobile.md), [meng wanzhou](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meng-wanzhou.md), [justice department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justice-department.md), [trade secrets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-secrets.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Purdue Pharma, Sackler Family Opioid Lawsuit (2:39:47–2:44:24)

The Attorney General of Massachusetts files a lawsuit against the billionaire Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, for their role in the opioid epidemic. Court documents allege that Richard Sackler encouraged the company to blame "addicts" for the crisis while aggressively pushing OxyContin sales. The hosts also discuss the side effects of the drug, noting that high doses reportedly contributed to radio host Rush Limbaugh's deafness.

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### 31. Cold War Trivia, Show Sign-off (2:44:26–2:49:19)

The show concludes with a "man on the street" clip where a person incorrectly identifies the Cold War as being about "freeing the slaves." The hosts sign off with a montage of clips featuring Donald Trump discussing grocery shopping, ID cards, and Cheerios. They remind listeners of the next broadcast on Super Bowl Sunday and play the "End of Show Mix."

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