# Pink Pound > Corporate virtue signaling meets geopolitical unrest as Nike pulls controversial footwear and federal indictments bring the Jeffrey Epstein scandal back to the global stage. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 1153 - **Published:** 2019-07-07 - **Length:** 2h 46m - **Topics:** Epstein Indictment, Pink Pound, Nike Controversy, China Lake, [Fediverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fediverse.md), Apollo Tapes, ADOS Movement - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound ## About this episode Billionaire Jeffrey Epstein faces a federal sex trafficking indictment in New York following his arrest at Teterboro Airport, reigniting scrutiny of high-profile associates like Bill Clinton and Prince Andrew. The case emerges alongside a seismic week in California, where significant earthquakes in the Mojave Desert near the China Lake weapons test site have sparked intense speculation regarding underground military activity and fracking-induced instability. Nike canceled its Betsy Ross flag shoe after reported pressure from Colin Kaepernick, a move that saw the company's market capitalization fluctuate by billions. In the political sphere, President Donald Trump hosted a rain-slicked Salute to America featuring a teleprompter gaffe about Revolutionary War airports, while the Supreme Court blocked a 2020 Census citizenship question. Meanwhile, the Democratic primary intensifies as Kamala Harris faces attacks from the ADOS movement regarding her Jamaican heritage and past record, and Joe Biden defends his vice-presidential record against claims of Russian election interference. NASA intern Gary George prepares to auction original Apollo 11 moonwalk tapes at Sotheby’s for an estimated $2 million after purchasing them for just $200 in the 1970s. The episode also captures the end of an era with the closure of Mad Magazine and the rise of the Fediverse as Gab forks Mastodon code, creating a digital schism between decentralized communities. Sir John Overall and Chris Black provide executive production support during the summer doldrums. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/transcript.md. ### 1. Mojave Desert Earthquakes, Las Vegas and Los Angeles Proximity (0:00–2:22) A significant earthquake occurred in the Mojave Desert, approximately 150 miles from Los Angeles. While residents in Las Vegas reported feeling the tremors, some observers criticized the media for overstating the impact on Los Angeles given the actual distance from the epicenter. Keywords: [mojave desert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mojave-desert.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [las vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/las-vegas.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), [southern california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-california.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/1.md) ### 2. British Columbia Earthquakes, Seismic Scale Changes (2:26–5:07) Three significant earthquakes struck the British Columbia coast, classified by seismologists as aftershocks to a 6.2 magnitude event earlier in the week. Local retailers reported an increase in sales of earthquake survival kits and freeze-dried food. There is ongoing frustration regarding changes to the seismic measurement scales, specifically the transition to the momentum magnitude scale. Keywords: [british columbia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/british-columbia.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), seismologists, earthquake kits, momentum magnitude scale [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/2.md) ### 3. China Lake Weapons Test Site, Fracking and Seismic Activity (5:08–6:55) The recent California earthquakes occurred near the China Lake weapons test site, leading to speculation about underground testing or tunneling. Comparisons were drawn to Groningen in northern Holland, where fracking operations have been linked to increased seismic activity and environmental instability. Keywords: china lake, weapons test site, [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), [groningen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/groningen.md), [holland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holland.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Loma Prieta Earthquake Legacy, Harmonic Vibration Weapons (6:56–9:38) The 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake left a lasting psychological impact on residents and professionals in the San Francisco Bay Area, including staff at PC Computing. Discussion turned to the "low note" or ground loop resonance felt during major quakes, which some claim is similar to harmonic vibration frequencies developed for sonic weaponry. Keywords: [loma prieta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loma-prieta.md), [pc computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pc-computing.md), 1989 earthquake, harmonic vibration, [sonic weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sonic-weapons.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Nike Betsy Ross Shoe Controversy, Colin Kaepernick Involvement (9:39–11:54) Nike canceled the release of a shoe featuring the Betsy Ross flag following reported concerns from Colin Kaepernick. While some suggest this was a calculated PR stunt, others argue it was the result of internal pressure or blackmail. Attorney Mark Geragos discussed the matter on the Reasonable Doubt podcast, though Nike has not officially cited Kaepernick in its communications. Keywords: [nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md), betsy ross, [colin kaepernick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colin-kaepernick.md), [mark geragos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-geragos.md), reasonable doubt [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Nike Market Capitalization, Stock Price Fluctuations (11:54–14:22) Reports circulated that Nike's market capitalization increased by $3 billion following the cancellation of the Betsy Ross shoe. Analysts noted that market cap is a volatile metric based on current stock price and does not necessarily reflect realized profit, comparing it to the fluctuations seen with companies like Apple. Keywords: [nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md), market capitalization, [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), enterprise value [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Corporate Demographics, Nike Internal Leaks (14:23–19:36) Speculation continues regarding whether the Nike shoe controversy was an intentional leak by a disgruntled employee or a strategic move to appeal to a specific social justice-oriented demographic. The decision led Arizona Governor Doug Ducey to pull financial incentives for a planned Nike plant in the state. Keywords: [nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md), target demographic, [doug ducey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doug-ducey.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), internal leak [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Social Justice Branding, Corporate Perception (19:37–21:57) The intersection of corporate brand values and social justice movements is examined through the lens of public perception. There is a debate over whether companies are genuinely committed to these values or if they are simply using virtue signaling as a marketing tool to influence consumer behavior. Keywords: [nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md), brand values, [virtue signaling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virtue-signaling.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Pink Pound Exploitation, LGBTQ Pride Marketing (21:59–25:28) Comedian Andrew Doyle criticized corporations for cynically exploiting the LGBTQ community for profit, a practice often referred to as the "pink pound." He argued that brand activism often only appears after legal protections, such as the Equality Act of 2010, are already in place, making the corporate support feel disingenuous. Keywords: andrew doyle, [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), pink pound, [equality act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/equality-act.md), [pride month](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pride-month.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Safety Pin Movement, Brexit Virtue Signaling (25:28–27:06) The 2016 safety pin movement emerged in the UK following the Brexit vote as a way for individuals to signal they were not "racist" or "hating" immigrants. Critics like Katie Hopkins argued the movement was a form of virtue signaling by the Remain campaign to disparage those who voted to leave the European Union. Keywords: [safety pins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safety-pins.md), [katie hopkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-hopkins.md), [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [virtue signaling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virtue-signaling.md), [remain campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remain-campaign.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Salute to America, Fourth of July Military Display (27:07–30:40) President Donald Trump hosted the "Salute to America" event at the Lincoln Memorial on July 4th, featuring flyovers by the B-2 stealth bomber and the Blue Angels. Media critics compared the military display to authoritarian parades, while others focused on production issues caused by rain and the placement of ballistic glass. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [lincoln memorial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lincoln-memorial.md), salute to america, [stealth bomber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stealth-bomber.md), [blue angels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-angels.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Revolutionary War Airport Gaffe, Teleprompter Failure (30:41–34:26) During his Independence Day speech, President Trump mistakenly claimed the Continental Army "took over the airports" during the Revolutionary War. Trump later attributed the gaffe to a teleprompter failure caused by rain, though the official White House transcript initially included the error. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [revolutionary war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revolutionary-war.md), [airports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airports.md), [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Jeffrey Epstein Arrest, Sex Trafficking Indictment (34:28–39:22) Billionaire Jeffrey Epstein was arrested at a New Jersey airport and indicted on federal sex trafficking charges involving underage girls. The case has renewed scrutiny of Epstein's high-profile associates, including Bill Clinton and Prince Andrew, and his alleged use of surveillance for blackmail purposes. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [sex trafficking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sex-trafficking.md), [lolita express](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lolita-express.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [prince andrew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prince-andrew.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/13.md) ### 14. 2020 Census Citizenship Question, Executive Order (39:23–41:43) President Trump announced he is considering an executive order to include a citizenship question on the 2020 Census despite a Supreme Court ruling blocking the move. Critics expressed concern over Trump's statement that the census is used to "find out everything about everybody," arguing it should be a simple headcount. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [census](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/census.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), citizenship question, [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/14.md) ### 15. NBC News Coverage, Biden and Harris Debate Fallout (41:43–44:14) NBC News faced criticism for its segment packaging, which combined reporting on the census with coverage of the Democratic primary debate between Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. The report highlighted Biden's comments about being unprepared for Harris's attacks regarding his past stance on busing. Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [busing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/busing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Census History, Japanese-American Internment Comparison (44:15–48:48) Former Census Director Kenneth Pruitt discussed the historical shadow cast by the 1940 Census, which was used to facilitate the internment of Japanese-Americans in 1942. The current debate over the citizenship question is linked to concerns about resource allocation and congressional representation for states with large immigrant populations. Keywords: kenneth pruitt, [census bureau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/census-bureau.md), 1940 census, [japanese internment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japanese-internment.md), [redistricting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/redistricting.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Joe Biden NATO Gaffe, Russian Election Interference (48:50–51:28) During an interview regarding NATO and Vladimir Putin, Joe Biden claimed that Russian election interference would not have happened on his or Barack Obama's watch. Critics pointed out that the 2016 election interference occurred while Biden was still serving as Vice President. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [election interference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-interference.md), [moldova](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moldova.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Women's World Cup, USA vs Netherlands Final (51:29–54:17) The United States Women's National Team defeated the Netherlands 2-0 to win the World Cup. The victory was accompanied by political controversy surrounding captain Megan Rapinoe's criticisms of the Trump administration, while teammate Alex Morgan also received significant media attention. Keywords: [women's world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/women-s-world-cup.md), [megan rapinoe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megan-rapinoe.md), alex morgan, [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [soccer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soccer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Fediverse Social Media, Gab Mastodon Fork (54:18–58:33) The "Fediverse," a decentralized network of social media servers, experienced conflict when the platform Gab forked the open-source Mastodon code to join the network. Many existing Mastodon instances pre-emptively blocked Gab, citing concerns over hate speech and the platform's monetization of open-source infrastructure. Keywords: [fediverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fediverse.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [gab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gab.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Open Source Monetization, Mastodon Community Backlash (58:33–1:04:23) The Mastodon development community issued a statement opposing Gab's use of their software, specifically criticizing Gab's decision to charge for features that are free on other instances. This mirrors historical tensions in the open-source movement, such as the backlash against Red Hat's commercialization of Linux. Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [gab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gab.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [monetization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monetization.md), [red hat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-hat.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Internet Decentralization, Social Justice Warrior Echo Chambers (1:04:24–1:08:26) The concept of federation in social media allows for the creation of distinct communities with different moderation standards. Proponents argue this is a healthier model than centralized platforms like Twitter, as it allows "social justice warriors" and "normies" to exist in separate, self-governed spaces without forced interaction. Keywords: [decentralization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/decentralization.md), [federation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federation.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [normies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/normies.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/21.md) ### 22. No Agenda Show Production, Newsletter and Artwork (1:08:27–1:12:29) The production of No Agenda episode 1152 featured artwork by Mike Riley titled "Virgain." The hosts discussed the performance of the show's newsletter and shared personal anecdotes regarding family photos included in recent mailings. Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [mike riley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-riley.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), episode 1152, [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Executive Producer Donations, Sir John Overall (1:12:30–1:16:36) Sir John Overall, a "Knight Runner" from Victoria, British Columbia, contributed $333.77 to the show. He promoted his long-running podcast, "WP Plugins A2Z," and shared a blue cheese dressing recipe from a friend's cookbook. Keywords: [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [victoria bc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-bc.md), wp plugins a2z, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Associate Executive Producers, Voice Acting Repertoire (1:16:41–1:20:06) Donors Sir Don Silver and Chris Black were recognized for their contributions. The hosts also discussed a voice acting demo sent by a listener named Fletcher, praising his ability to sustain various character voices and offbeat narrations. Keywords: don silver, chris black, [fletcher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fletcher.md), [voice acting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-acting.md), [aloha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aloha.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Jamaican Heritage, American Slavery Descendants (1:20:07–1:24:00) A donor of Jamaican descent, Chris Black, challenged the conflation of Jamaican identity with the specific history of American slavery. He noted that while many Jamaicans are descendants of slaves, their cultural and political experience differs from that of African-Americans. Keywords: [jamaica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamaica.md), [slavery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slavery.md), chris black, caricom, [associate executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Kamala Harris Racial Identity, Don Lemon Debate (1:24:01–1:27:55) CNN's Don Lemon and April Ryan engaged in a heated debate regarding Senator Kamala Harris's racial identity. The discussion focused on the distinction between being "Black" and "African-American," specifically regarding Harris's Jamaican and South Asian heritage. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [don lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-lemon.md), [april ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/april-ryan.md), [african american](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/african-american.md), [racial identity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racial-identity.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/26.md) ### 27. ADOS Movement, Kamala Harris Primary Attacks (1:27:56–1:32:16) The American Descendants of Slavery (ADOS) movement has questioned Kamala Harris's commitment to a specific Black agenda. Commentator Roland Martin dismissed these criticisms as "Black self-hate," while Donald Trump Jr. faced backlash for retweeting questions about Harris's background. Keywords: [ados](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ados.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [roland martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roland-martin.md), [donald trump jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump-jr.md), black self-hate [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Essence Festival, Daughter of the Civil Rights Movement (1:32:16–1:36:17) At the Essence Festival, Kamala Harris described herself as a "daughter of the Civil Rights Movement." Critics questioned this framing, noting that Harris spent much of her youth in Canada and does not have a family history rooted in the American Jim Crow era. Keywords: essence festival, [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), civil rights movement, [jim crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-crow.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Political Rhetoric, Current Occupant of the White House (1:36:18–1:39:39) Kamala Harris and other political figures have increasingly used the phrase "current occupant of the White House" to avoid naming President Trump. Harris argued that Trump's "Make America Great Again" slogan refers to a time before the Civil Rights and Voting Rights Acts. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [political rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-rhetoric.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [voting rights act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting-rights-act.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Black Census Project, Alicia Garza and Black Lives Matter (1:39:39–1:44:48) Alicia Garza, co-founder of Black Lives Matter, launched the Black Census Project to capture the experiences of Black communities, including immigrants and LGBTQ individuals. Garza argued the official 2020 Census is designed to discourage participation through questions about immigration status. Keywords: [alicia garza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alicia-garza.md), [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), black census project, 2020 census, [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Black Futures Lab, Chinese Progressive Association Sponsorship (1:44:48–1:48:30) The Black Futures Lab, which runs the Black Census Project, is fiscally sponsored by the Chinese Progressive Association. This relationship has drawn scrutiny regarding the organization's funding sources and its broader political objectives within the immigrant and Black communities. Keywords: black futures lab, chinese progressive association, [alicia garza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alicia-garza.md), fiscal sponsorship, [soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soros.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/31.md) ### 32. 2020 Democratic Nominee Predictions, Biden vs Harris (1:48:30–1:51:08) Predictions for the 2020 Democratic nomination suggest a potential ticket featuring Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Despite Harris's recent debate performance, some analysts believe Biden remains the front-runner, while others view him as a "washed-up" candidate. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [democratic primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-primary.md), [vice president](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-president.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Active Measures Documentary, Trump-Russia Collusion (1:51:09–1:53:49) The documentary "Active Measures," available on Netflix, explores allegations of collusion between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. The film posits that the Russian mafia serves as an adjunct to the Russian government and that Trump Tower was used for money laundering. Keywords: active measures, [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Noam Chomsky on Russiagate, Campaign Finance Reform (1:53:50–1:57:48) Noam Chomsky argued that the focus on Russian collusion was a "huge gift" to Donald Trump and distracted from fundamental issues. He suggested that the real threat to American democracy is the billions of dollars spent by special interests and PACs, rather than limited Russian social media spending. 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Keywords: [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [merck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merck.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/36.md) ### 37. Media Coverage Disparity, Ebola vs 2014 Panic (2:05:55–2:09:33) The current Ebola outbreak has received significantly less media attention in the United States compared to the 2014 panic. Questions remain regarding the cost per dose of the vaccine and who is funding the mass vaccination efforts in affected regions. 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Keywords: [apollo 11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apollo-11.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [sotheby's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sotheby-s.md), [moon landing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-landing.md), ampex tapes [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/40.md) ### 41. Magnetic Tape Preservation, Ampex 2-Inch Forehead Tapes (2:26:02–2:28:06) The preservation of 1960s-era Ampex 2-inch forehead tapes presents technical challenges, including the scarcity of working playback machines and the risk of magnetic "crosstalk." Experts noted that while the tapes are durable, they require specific environmental controls to remain viable. 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