# Soros Jugend > Geopolitical tensions rise following the Saudi oil field strikes as globalist leaders demand a shift from sovereign nation-states to centralized imperial power structures. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 1174 - **Published:** 2019-09-22 - **Length:** 2h 51m - **Topics:** Aramco attacks, [Repo market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/repo-market.md), [Corn Pop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corn-pop.md), Climate strikes, [Cancel culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancel-culture.md), Vape wars - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend ## About this episode U.S. officials and Vice President Mike Pence are evaluating wreckage from the Saudi Aramco oil facility attacks, identifying Iranian-made drones and cruise missiles as the primary culprits. While the intelligence community reviews evidence, Dr. Steve Pieczenik suggests the incident may be a self-inflicted false flag designed to inflate the Saudi Aramco IPO valuation to $2 trillion. The vulnerability of traditional Patriot missile batteries to low-cost drone technology has prompted military analysts to advocate for a rapid shift toward directed energy weapons and laser-based point defense systems. Globalist rhetoric takes center stage as Belgian politician Guy Verhofstadt calls for the end of nation-states in favor of a centralized European empire. In the UK, the Supreme Court reviews the legality of Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s prorogation of Parliament, highlighting the lack of a written British constitution. Domestically, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York injected billions into the repo market to stabilize overnight lending rates, marking the first intervention of this scale since the 2008 financial crisis. Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces a blackface scandal, and comedian Shane Gillis is removed from Saturday Night Live following the resurfacing of past podcast remarks. Joe Biden recounts a bizarre 1960s confrontation with a gang leader named Corn Pop involving rusty razors and a six-foot length of chain. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg’s arrival at the UN Climate Action Summit triggers school-sanctioned strikes that critics liken to mass psychological conditioning. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak explore the Off The Grid lifestyle, mocking the performative nature of Apple Watch payments and the surveillance headbands used in Chinese classrooms. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/transcript.md. ### 1. Twitter Algorithm Changes and Car Color Observations (0:00–1:46) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the session observing a lack of color variety in modern vehicles on the freeway. The conversation shifts to Twitter's new algorithms, which Curry suspects are suppressing his reach due to his lack of a blue verification checkmark. He notes that engagement on his posts has dropped significantly and mentions that even searching for his handle no longer autocompletes. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [shadow banning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shadow-banning.md), car colors, [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/1.md) ### 2. No Agenda Social and Milieu Settings (1:48–5:16) The hosts discuss potential workarounds for Twitter's algorithmic suppression, including adjusting "interest" settings to change one's perceived milieu. Curry expresses skepticism about the future of the platform for the show's announcements. He promotes noagendasocial.com as a necessary alternative for the community to ensure reliable communication and alerts. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), milieu [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/2.md) ### 3. No Agenda Ham Radio Repeater Network (5:17–9:18) Adam Curry announces plans to reinstate the No Agenda hams network, specifically monitoring Reflector 33 Charlie on D-Star. He proposes building a robust repeater-to-repeater network that does not rely on the internet backbone. The discussion covers the accessibility of amateur radio, the low cost of Chinese Baofeng radios, and the potential for a community CubeSat to ensure communication during infrastructure failures. Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [d-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md), [repeaters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/repeaters.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), cubesat [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Guy Verhofstadt, Brexit, and EU Sovereignty (9:19–14:17) The hosts critique Belgian politician Guy Verhofstadt’s recent speeches at a Liberal Democrats convention in London. Verhofstadt argues that Brexit occurred because the European Union was too weak and calls for a further transfer of sovereignty from member states to EU institutions. The hosts interpret his rhetoric as a threat to national independence and a push for a centralized European empire. Keywords: [guy verhofstadt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guy-verhofstadt.md), [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [liberal democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberal-democrats.md), [sovereignty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereignty.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Global Empires and the Future of Nation States (14:18–20:30) Guy Verhofstadt claims the world order of tomorrow will be based on empires rather than nation-states, citing China, India, and the US as examples. He suggests the UK can only defend its interests within the European framework. The hosts mock his characterization of India as a functional democracy and compare his rhetoric to historical demands for national surrender. Keywords: [guy verhofstadt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guy-verhofstadt.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), empires, nation states [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/5.md) ### 6. UK Supreme Court Prorogation Hearing (20:30–23:29) The legality of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's prorogation of Parliament is brought before the UK Supreme Court. The hosts comment on the lack of a written British constitution and the informal appearance of the court proceedings. Audio clips feature legal arguments regarding whether the executive's power to prorogue is subject to judicial standards or if it undermines parliamentary accountability. Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [prorogation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prorogation.md), uk supreme court, [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parliament.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Saudi Aramco Oil Facility Drone Attacks (23:33–28:28) U.S. officials investigate wreckage from attacks on Saudi Arabian oil facilities, identifying Iranian-made drones and cruise missiles. The report highlights a gap in Saudi air defenses, as Patriot missile batteries were oriented south toward Yemen rather than north. Vice President Mike Pence states the intelligence community is reviewing evidence while the U.S. remains "locked and loaded" for potential retaliation. Keywords: [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [cruise missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cruise-missiles.md), [patriot missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-missiles.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Directed Energy Weapons and Point Defense (28:28–30:45) Fox News host Shep Smith discusses the vulnerability of oil infrastructure to new drone technology. A military analyst suggests that traditional missile defenses are economically inefficient against small drones and advocates for the development of directed energy weapons, such as lasers. The hosts identify this as a push for the military-industrial complex to ramp up new technology spending. Keywords: [shep smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shep-smith.md), [lasers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lasers.md), [directed energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directed-energy.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Steve Pieczenik on Saudi Aramco IPO Theory (30:46–35:18) Dr. Steve Pieczenik joins the program to argue that the Saudi oil facility attacks were a self-inflicted "false flag" intended to drive up oil prices ahead of the Saudi Aramco IPO. He claims the U.S. is now a net exporter of oil and does not depend on Saudi production. Pieczenik suggests Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) is desperate to achieve a $2 trillion valuation for the company despite failing to go public in previous years. Keywords: [steve pieczenik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-pieczenik.md), [saudi aramco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-aramco.md), [ipo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipo.md), [mbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mbs.md), [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Mohammed bin Salman and Global Oil Markets (35:18–39:24) Steve Pieczenik continues his analysis of Mohammed bin Salman's financial struggles, noting the Prince's failed attempts to diversify the Saudi economy through investments in high-tech and entertainment. The discussion highlights that the U.S. can replace Saudi supply deficits almost instantly with West Texas Permian oil. The hosts conclude that the recent market spike was a "nothing burger" that failed to sustain higher prices. Keywords: [mbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mbs.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [oil markets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-markets.md), west texas permian, brent oil [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Donald Trump Real Estate Diplomacy Theory (39:25–42:00) Steve Pieczenik posits that President Donald Trump uses the threat of military force as a negotiation tactic to secure real estate deals and hotel developments. He suggests that Trump’s ultimate goal in North Korea and Iran is the construction of Trump Towers rather than war. The hosts discuss the perceived collusion between Iranian leadership and U.S. interests, noting that local Iranians often do not fear a full-scale American invasion. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Justin Trudeau Blackface Scandal (42:02–46:34) Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces criticism after Time Magazine published a 2001 photo of him wearing brownface at an "Arabian Nights" gala. Trudeau admits to the incident and a separate high school performance in blackface, offering a public apology. The hosts discuss the irony of a "social justice warrior" politician being caught in a scandal that would typically trigger "cancel culture." Keywords: [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [blackface](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackface.md), [time magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-magazine.md), aladdin [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Shane Gillis Fired from Saturday Night Live (46:35–50:46) Comedian Shane Gillis was fired from Saturday Night Live shortly after being hired due to the resurfacing of racist and homophobic remarks made on a podcast. The hosts discuss the role of advertisers in driving these decisions and compare the situation to other comedians like Bill Burr and Dave Chappelle who are pushing back against "cancel culture" in their Netflix specials. Keywords: shane gillis, [snl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snl.md), [lorne michaels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lorne-michaels.md), [cancel culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancel-culture.md), [bill burr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-burr.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/13.md) ### 14. David Spade and Comedic History (50:48–53:21) The hosts discuss David Spade’s show "Lights Out" and the trend of digging through comedians' histories to find offensive content. They recall past SNL sketches featuring John Belushi and Mike Myers that would be considered unacceptable by modern standards. The conversation centers on the loss of equal-opportunity offense in comedy due to advertiser pressure. Keywords: david spade, [snl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snl.md), john belushi, [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Media Feedback Loops and Cancel Culture (53:22–57:54) Adam Curry compares modern social media outrage to the feedback loop observed during the Gulf War, where combatants watched CNN to see the results of their actions. The hosts argue that "cancel culture" is primarily effective in advertiser-supported media, whereas platforms like Netflix and the No Agenda value-for-value model are more resilient to such pressures. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md), [scud missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scud-missiles.md), [cancel culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancel-culture.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Executive Producer Credits and Saudi National Day (57:55–1:03:36) The hosts thank high-tier donors, including Sir Dwayne Melanson and Sir Dave Fugazotto. Fugazotto contributes $239.19 in honor of Saudi Arabia National Day on September 23rd and discusses his upcoming trip to Ethiopia. The segment includes the "de-douching" of a new donor and a discussion about the number of words in a donor's novel. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [ethiopia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethiopia.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Donor Thank-Yous and Job Karma (1:03:38–1:08:49) The hosts continue reading donor notes, granting "job karma" to listeners seeking career changes. They joke about the "China is asshole" clip and its impact on their own career prospects. The segment concludes with a reminder of the show's value-for-value model and an invitation for listeners to support the upcoming Sunday program. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [job karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/job-karma.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [snl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snl.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Federal Reserve Overnight Lending Injection (1:08:49–1:13:40) The Federal Reserve Bank of New York injected billions of dollars into the financial system after overnight lending rates between banks spiked to 10%. This "repo market" intervention is the first of its magnitude since the 2008 financial crisis. A banking insider suggests this scarcity of reserves could signal trouble for major trading houses like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. Keywords: [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), repo rate, [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [liquidity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liquidity.md), [treasury bonds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treasury-bonds.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Joe Biden Corn Pop Story Analysis (1:13:41–1:19:29) The hosts deconstruct Joe Biden’s anecdote about a confrontation with a gang leader named "Corn Pop" at a Delaware swimming pool in the 1960s. Biden describes using a six-foot length of chain to defend himself against "bad boys" with straight razors. The hosts mock the details of the story, particularly the mention of "rusty razors" and Biden calling a black man "Esther Williams." Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [corn pop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corn-pop.md), [delaware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delaware.md), straight razors, swimming pool [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Joe Biden Gaffes and Geography (1:19:30–1:23:38) Joe Biden makes a statistical error claiming his childcare tax credit would put 720 million women back in the workforce, a number far exceeding the U.S. population. The hosts also examine a clip where Biden appears to confuse Guyana with Ghana during a town hall. However, they conclude he likely just misheard the questioner and defend him against this specific "gaffe" accusation. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [gaffes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffes.md), [guyana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guyana.md), [ghana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghana.md), [workforce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/workforce.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Greta Thunberg and the Global Climate Strike (1:23:38–1:28:45) Swedish activist Greta Thunberg arrives in New York for the UN Climate Action Summit, sparking a global series of school strikes. NBC launches a "Climate Confessions" website where users admit to environmentally unfriendly habits. The hosts criticize the "strike" terminology, noting that schools are officially sanctioning the absences, and argue that children are being used as political props. Keywords: [greta thunberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-thunberg.md), [climate strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-strike.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Youth Activism and Social Engineering (1:28:45–1:31:40) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak compare the modern youth climate movement to historical youth organizations used for political indoctrination. They suggest the movement is a "monstrous social experiment" funded by independent interests like George Soros. The hosts argue that children are being terrorized by climate alarmism to serve a larger globalist agenda. Keywords: [greta thunberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-thunberg.md), [soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soros.md), [brainwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brainwashing.md), youth movement, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Jamie Margolin and Climate Anxiety Testimony (1:31:40–1:37:45) Teen activist Jamie Margolin testifies before Congress about the "looming uncertainty" and nihilism felt by her generation due to climate change. The hosts identify her as a professional activist affiliated with "Zero Hour" and numerous well-funded environmental organizations. They critique her testimony, including her lawsuit against the State of Washington and her claims regarding the constitutional right to property. Keywords: jamie margolin, zero hour, [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [climate anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-anxiety.md), [lawsuits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuits.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/23.md) ### 24. MKUltra and Modern Psychological Conditioning (1:37:46–1:40:04) The hosts discuss the possibility that modern climate alarmism and active shooter drills are a form of mass psychological conditioning similar to the CIA's MKUltra program. They argue that creating artificial PTSD in children makes them more susceptible to propaganda and control. The long game is identified as the protection of elite interests and the extraction of wealth. Keywords: [mkultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mkultra.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [ptsd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ptsd.md), [conditioning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conditioning.md), [psychotropic drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychotropic-drugs.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Mukbang and South Korean Food Trends (1:40:05–1:45:16) The hosts explore the "Mukbang" phenomenon, where individuals live-stream themselves eating large quantities of food. In South Korea, these "broadcast jockeys" (BJs) can earn thousands of dollars a month through fan donations. The hosts mock the trend, with Adam Curry joking about becoming a "BJ" and performing a blues riff about the "OTG" (Off The Grid) lifestyle. Keywords: [mukbang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mukbang.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), bjs, food porn, [asmr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asmr.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Cell Phone Bans and Yondr Pouches (1:45:17–1:48:14) At a Bruno Mars concert in Las Vegas, attendees are required to lock their phones in Yondr pouches to prevent filming. The hosts note that this technology is also being adopted in California school districts to improve student concentration. They predict that magnetic locking pouches for mobile devices will become a national trend in education. Keywords: [bruno mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bruno-mars.md), yondr, [cell phones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cell-phones.md), [schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schools.md), magnetic locks [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/26.md) ### 27. AI Surveillance in Chinese Classrooms (1:48:15–1:51:18) Primary schools in China are using headbands to measure students' concentration levels and send data to teachers and parents. The system includes facial recognition and chips in uniforms to track locations. Meanwhile, in the UK, the BBC and Prince William launch the "Own It" app, which the hosts characterize as a keylogger designed to monitor children's private communications. Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), brain activity, [prince william](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prince-william.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Ring Doorbell Surveillance and Nokia Flip Phones (1:51:25–1:55:13) Police in Arizona used Ring doorbell footage to investigate a child abuse case, highlighting the surveillance capabilities of the devices. In response to growing privacy concerns, HMD Global announces the Nokia 2720 Flip, a "smart dumb phone" running KaiOS. Adam Curry expresses excitement for the device as a tool for the "Off The Grid" lifestyle, allowing for basic communication without constant distraction. Keywords: [ring doorbell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ring-doorbell.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), nokia 2720, [flip phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flip-phone.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/28.md) ### 29. iPhone 11 Dark Mode and Marketing (1:55:14–1:58:11) The hosts mock the marketing for the new iPhone 11 and iOS 13, which highlights "Dark Mode" as a flagship feature. They play a review from 9to5Mac explaining that Dark Mode makes the interface darker for use in dimly lit environments. The hosts find it absurd that a thousand-dollar device's primary selling point is a simple UI color change. Keywords: iphone 11, [ios 13](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ios-13.md), dark mode, [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), 9to5mac [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Apple Watch Payments and OTG Philosophy (1:58:11–2:02:12) John C. Dvorak describes seeing a millennial use an Apple Watch to pay for beer with a "clenched fist" gesture, which he finds "gross" and performative. Adam Curry clarifies that the "Off The Grid" (OTG) philosophy is not about total isolation but about removing distractions and notifications while maintaining essential communication through tools like text and ham radio. Keywords: [apple watch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-watch.md), [apple pay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-pay.md), [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), [otg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/otg.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Homeless Voting and Ninth Circuit Court Rulings (2:02:11–2:07:22) Los Angeles County officials are working to register homeless individuals to vote, despite challenges with online address requirements. Meanwhile, the City of Boise is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Ninth Circuit ruling that prevents cities from banning camping on streets if no shelter is available. The hosts discuss the legal nuances of "cruel and unusual punishment" regarding the unhoused population. Keywords: [homeless](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeless.md), [voting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting.md), [ninth circuit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ninth-circuit.md), [boise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boise.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Palindrome Donations and NPR Revenue (2:07:22–2:13:12) The hosts review a series of "palindrome" donations (e.g., $91.19) and thank various donors for their support. They contrast their small group of individual producers with NPR, which reported $50 million in podcast revenue for the fiscal year. The segment emphasizes the "value-for-value" model as an alternative to NPR's corporate underwriting and government-adjacent funding. 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Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), niels van kuijk, [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [no agenda nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-nation.md), [roundtable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundtable.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/33.md) ### 34. MyPayrollHR Collapse and LinkedIn Data Scams (2:16:52–2:21:31) The online service MyPayrollHR suddenly shuttered, leaving 4,000 small businesses and tens of thousands of employees without pay. The FBI raided the CEO's home as $35 million in wages went missing. John C. Dvorak connects this to a broader distrust of online systems, citing Microsoft-owned LinkedIn’s policy of preventing users from downloading their own contacts' email addresses. 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Keywords: swine fever, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [beyond meat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyond-meat.md), [pork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pork.md), culinary culture [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/37.md) ### 38. Tucker Carlson and the Superflu Pandemic Warning (2:32:46–2:39:41) The World Health Organization issues a warning about a "superflu" that could kill 80 million people and spread globally in 36 hours. Tucker Carlson and Dr. Marc Siegel discuss the threat on Fox News, mentioning the need for a universal flu vaccine and better detection technology. The hosts suspect this is a coordinated "native ad" campaign to drive demand for pharmaceutical products and flu shots. 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