# COVID KowTow

> Global health authorities and media conglomerates face a reckoning as the White House investigates the Wuhan Institute of Virology and the financial ties binding the West to China.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1234
- **Published:** 2020-04-16
- **Length:** 3h 30m
- **Topics:** [Wuhan Lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [Bill Gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), WHO funding, [Smithfield Foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smithfield-foods.md), Kowtow, [Anthony Fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [Belt and Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belt-and-road.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow

## About this episode

Bill Gates and Dr. Anthony Fauci face scrutiny over shifting pandemic timelines and the push for a globalized vaccine response as the Wuhan Institute of Virology becomes the center of a federal investigation. President Donald Trump and Dr. Michael Pillsbury cite reports that U.S. agencies funded gain-of-function research on bat coronaviruses in China, while the World Health Organization faces a total funding freeze from the White House over its rejection of early warnings from Taiwan.

Secondary developments include the closure of the Smithfield Foods pork plant in South Dakota, a facility owned by the Chinese firm Shuanghui International that represents a quarter of American production. In Italy, the Belt and Road Initiative is linked to high infection rates within the luxury goods manufacturing sector, while Bloomberg News faces allegations of killing investigative stories to protect Michael Bloomberg’s business interests in Beijing. Domestically, Dr. Annie Bukacek challenges CDC death certificate guidelines that allow for assumed COVID-19 fatalities, and Governor Andrew Cuomo dismisses vice-presidential speculation during a CNN appearance with his brother Chris Cuomo.

Technical glitches plague the official Joe Biden podcast as Stacey Abrams publicly lobbies for the running mate slot. The episode marks a milestone with the No Agenda 1234 value-for-value celebration, featuring a new anthem by Melissa Tallon and a peerage ceremony for listeners contributing their government stimulus checks to keep the broadcast independent.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/transcript.md.

### 1. Gavin Newsom and London Breed COVID-19 Response Speeches (0:00–3:23)

California Governor Gavin Newsom and San Francisco Mayor London Breed delivered lengthy public addresses regarding the state's COVID-19 response. Critics noted Newsom's gravelly vocal delivery and Breed's hour-long speech while questioning the necessity of shutting down the San Francisco economy over 17 reported deaths.

Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [london breed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london-breed.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [coronavirus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coronavirus.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [lockdowns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdowns.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Bill Gates Promotes Global Vaccine Response on BBC (3:24–9:16)

Bill Gates appeared on BBC Breakfast to advocate for a globalized response to the coronavirus pandemic, asserting that a vaccine for seven billion people is the only path back to normalcy. Critics argue that Gates is positioning himself as a health expert despite lacking a medical degree and is pushing for global governance and manufacturing dependencies on China and India.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [global governance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-governance.md), [coronavirus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coronavirus.md), [rna vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rna-vaccine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Bill Gates Discusses Vaccine Investment Returns at Davos (9:16–12:10)

Bill Gates spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos regarding the economic benefits of vaccine investments, claiming a 20-to-1 return on the $10 billion his foundation has contributed. This focus on financial returns has led to public skepticism regarding his status as a selfless philanthropist versus a strategic investor in the global health sector.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), vaccine business, return on investment, [philanthropy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philanthropy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Bill Gates and Melinda Gates Pandemic Preparedness Interviews (12:11–17:05)

Bill Gates and Melinda Gates conducted a series of interviews with the Financial Times and CNN to discuss the lack of global preparation for the current pandemic. Bill Gates highlighted South Korea and China as successful examples of response while Melinda Gates emphasized the need for a unified global community to monitor and alert for future disease outbreaks.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [melinda gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melinda-gates.md), [financial times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-times.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), pandemic simulations, [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Anthony Fauci Clarifies COVID-19 Mitigation Timeline and Pushback (17:05–26:41)

Dr. Anthony Fauci addressed a controversial interview with CNN's Jake Tapper where he suggested earlier mitigation could have saved more lives. Fauci later clarified at a White House briefing that his comments were hypothetical and denied that President Donald Trump pushed back against his recommendations for travel restrictions or social distancing measures.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [social distancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-distancing.md), paula reed

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Anthony Fauci Historical COVID-19 Risk Assessment Timeline (26:42–30:03)

A review of Dr. Anthony Fauci's public statements from January and February 2020 shows a shift in risk assessment, moving from telling citizens they did not need to worry to acknowledging community spread. By late February, Fauci was still advising that there was no need for Americans to change their daily habits, contradicting later claims about the urgency of the situation in mid-January.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [community spread](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community-spread.md), [risk assessment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/risk-assessment.md), [timeline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/timeline.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Wuhan Virology Lab Leak Theory and Fox News Report (30:04–33:40)

Fox News reported that the United States government has high confidence the coronavirus may have emanated from a virology lab in Wuhan due to lax safety protocols rather than a wet market. President Donald Trump stated that the administration is conducting a thorough examination of the situation but declined to discuss specific conversations with President Xi Jinping regarding the laboratory.

Keywords: [wuhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan.md), virology lab, [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [wet market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wet-market.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Donald Trump Spanish Flu Origin Claims and Kansas Biolabs (33:40–38:57)

President Donald Trump repeatedly referenced 1917 as the start of the Spanish Flu, suggesting it originated in the United States and was brought to Europe. Research into these claims highlights the relocation of high-level virology testing from Plum Island, New York, to a Level 4 USDA biolab in Kansas in 2019.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [spanish flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spanish-flu.md), [kansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kansas.md), [plum island](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plum-island.md), [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), [biolab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biolab.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Michael Pillsbury on US Funding of Wuhan Bat Research (38:58–44:57)

Dr. Michael Pillsbury discussed reports that the University of Texas and U.S. agencies provided support to the Wuhan Institute of Virology for "gain of function" research on coronaviruses. The discussion centers on Dr. Shi Zhengli, known as the "Bat Lady," and allegations that the research involved making viruses more infectious to humans, potentially involving proteins identical to HIV.

Keywords: [michael pillsbury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-pillsbury.md), [wuhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan.md), bat lady, [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Donald Trump Criticizes World Health Organization and China (44:57–47:24)

President Donald Trump accused the World Health Organization of failing to share accurate information about the coronavirus in a timely fashion and being overly influenced by China. The administration highlighted the WHO's rejection of early warnings from Taiwan regarding human-to-human transmission as a primary reason for the global delay in response.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), international health, [trade agreement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-agreement.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Smithfield Foods Pork Plant Closure and Chinese Ownership (47:25–53:16)

The Smithfield Foods pork processing plant in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was forced to shut down following a massive COVID-19 outbreak among employees. The closure of the facility, which represents 25% of U.S. pork production, raised national security concerns due to the company's 2013 acquisition by the Chinese firm Shuanghui International.

Keywords: [smithfield foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smithfield-foods.md), [sioux falls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sioux-falls.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [pork industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pork-industry.md), shuanghui international, [debbie stabenow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debbie-stabenow.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Italy Belt and Road Initiative and Luxury Goods Industry (53:17–57:06)

Northern Italy's high rate of coronavirus infection is linked to the region's deep economic ties with China through the Belt and Road Initiative. Chinese investors have purchased numerous luxury goods companies in the area, leading to a significant population of Chinese workers in the Italian manufacturing sector.

Keywords: [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [belt and road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belt-and-road.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md), [luxury goods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luxury-goods.md), [gucci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gucci.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Yamiche Alcindor and Media Reaction to White House Briefings (57:07–1:03:21)

PBS reporter Yamiche Alcindor criticized President Donald Trump for playing a video montage during a White House briefing, characterizing the event as a campaign rally. Media organizations have debated whether to continue broadcasting the briefings live, while some reporters questioned if the video production violated the Hatch Act.

Keywords: [yamiche alcindor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yamiche-alcindor.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [white house briefing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-briefing.md), [campaign rally](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-rally.md), [hatch act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hatch-act.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Christiane Amanpour and Kara Swisher Fact Check Donald Trump (1:03:22–1:08:52)

CNN's Christiane Amanpour and tech journalist Kara Swisher conducted a fact-check of President Donald Trump's statements regarding hydroxychloroquine and U.S. testing capacity. Critics of the segment argue that the "fact-checks" were actually differences in opinion or context, such as comparing total testing numbers to per capita data.

Keywords: [christiane amanpour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christiane-amanpour.md), [kara swisher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kara-swisher.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [fact check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-check.md), [hydroxychloroquine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydroxychloroquine.md), [testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/testing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Bloomberg News and Alleged Censorship of China Corruption Story (1:08:53–1:14:02)

NPR reported on a 2013 incident where Bloomberg News allegedly killed an investigative story regarding corruption among Chinese elites to protect its business interests in the country. Leaked audio of founding editor Matthew Winkler suggested the company feared being kicked out of China, while Michael Bloomberg later stated it was arrogant to impose American values on other nations.

Keywords: [bloomberg news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg-news.md), [michael bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-bloomberg.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), matthew winkler, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Media Culture and Professional Travel Tips for China (1:14:03–1:16:39)

A personal anecdote describes the top-down culture of media organizations, citing a requirement at MTV to always refer to Michael Jackson as the "King of Pop." Additionally, a travel tip for visiting China suggests that journalists and writers should list their occupation as "manager" on visa applications to avoid bureaucratic complications.

Keywords: [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [michael jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-jackson.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), visa application, [suzhou](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suzhou.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/16.md)

### 17. COVID-19 Survivors and Remdesivir Patent Controversy (1:16:39–1:21:55)

President Donald Trump met with COVID-19 survivors who credited hydroxychloroquine for their recovery, a meeting largely ignored by mainstream media. Meanwhile, questions have arisen regarding Gilead's drug Remdesivir, which was reportedly patented by Chinese authorities in Wuhan shortly after the outbreak began.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [hydroxychloroquine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydroxychloroquine.md), [gilead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gilead.md), [remdesivir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remdesivir.md), [wuhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan.md), [patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patent.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Donald Trump Recess Appointments and Voice of America (1:21:56–1:26:55)

President Donald Trump threatened to use constitutional authority to adjourn both houses of Congress to push through stalled nominations, including Michael Pack for the Broadcasting Board of Governors. Trump criticized the Voice of America for its reporting on China, while legal experts noted that the Supreme Court previously limited President Barack Obama's ability to make similar recess appointments.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [recess appointments](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recess-appointments.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), michael pack, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Etymology of Kowtow and Donald Trump Mask Joke (1:26:56–1:29:21)

The term "kowtow" is identified as a Chinese custom involving kneeling and touching the forehead to the ground in submission. In a separate moment of levity, President Donald Trump joked with a masked reporter, suggesting the man looked better with the mask on.

Keywords: kowtow, [etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/19.md)

### 20. PBS Reporting on WHO and Donald Trump China Praise (1:29:21–1:34:48)

PBS faced criticism for reporting that President Donald Trump had praised the World Health Organization's response in January. A review of the actual footage shows Trump was specifically discussing his personal conversations with President Xi Jinping and the efforts China was making to control the spread, rather than endorsing the WHO.

Keywords: [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [fact check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-check.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Responds to US Funding Cuts (1:34:48–1:38:00)

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus responded to President Trump's threat to withdraw U.S. funding by stating the organization would work with other partners to fill financial gaps. Supporters of the WHO, including Bill Gates and Nancy Pelosi, criticized the funding cut as a dangerous move during a global pandemic.

Keywords: [tedros adhanom ghebreyesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tedros-adhanom-ghebreyesus.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), us funding, [public health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-health.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/21.md)

### 22. No Agenda Episode 1234 Value for Value Donations (1:38:01–1:44:45)

The podcast celebrated its 1234th episode by highlighting the "value for value" funding model, which relies entirely on listener contributions rather than advertising. Listeners participated in a numerological promotion, sending donations in sequences like $123.45 and $1,234.56 to mark the milestone.

Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), episode 1234, [numerology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/numerology.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Peerage Ceremony and Listener Stories from Lockdown (1:44:46–2:03:49)

During the episode's peerage ceremony, several listeners were granted titles of Knight or Dame for their financial support. Notes from donors included a report from a contractor in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and a professional musician in New York City describing the total collapse of the live performance industry due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [music industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/music-industry.md), [lockdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdown.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Executive Producer Credits and Small Business Karma (2:03:49–2:33:45)

The hosts acknowledged a large group of executive and associate executive producers who contributed to the show using their government stimulus checks. The segment included requests for "jobs karma" for listeners facing unemployment and "health karma" for family members of the producers.

Keywords: [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [stimulus check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-check.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Andrew Cuomo and Chris Cuomo CNN Interview Dynamics (2:33:45–2:43:05)

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo appeared on his brother Chris Cuomo's CNN program for an interview that mixed political discussion with sibling banter. Chris Cuomo questioned the Governor on his potential as a vice presidential candidate for Joe Biden, while Andrew Cuomo maintained his focus on managing the crisis in New York.

Keywords: [andrew cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), [chris cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-cuomo.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [vice president](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-president.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Stacey Abrams Declares Readiness for Vice Presidency (2:43:06–2:44:42)

Stacey Abrams stated in an interview with Elle magazine that she would be an "excellent running mate" for Joe Biden. Abrams cited her executive experience and 25 years of independent study in foreign policy as qualifications for the position.

Keywords: [stacey abrams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stacey-abrams.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [vice president](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-president.md), [elle magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elle-magazine.md), [foreign policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Joe Biden Podcast Editing and Technical Issues (2:44:43–2:48:21)

Joe Biden's official podcast has been criticized for poor audio quality and awkward editing cuts. In one segment, Biden appeared to struggle with a sentence regarding the democratic process and the coronavirus crisis, resulting in a confusing final edit.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [editing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/editing.md), [technical glitches](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technical-glitches.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Anthony Fauci on Computer Models and Mitigation Decisions (2:48:21–2:52:45)

Dr. Anthony Fauci defended the use of computer models in pandemic planning while acknowledging they are an "imperfect science." He argued that the decision to implement strong mitigation in the U.S. was based more on the observed reality in China and Northern Italy than on specific numerical projections.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [computer models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-models.md), [mitigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitigation.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Dr. Annie Bukacek on CDC Death Certificate Guidelines (2:52:45–2:57:09)

Dr. Annie Bukacek, a physician from Montana, highlighted CDC guidelines that allow for COVID-19 to be listed on death certificates based on assumption rather than confirmed testing. She argued that these instructions from the National Vital Statistics System could lead to inflated casualty numbers.

Keywords: annie bukacek, [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [death certificates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death-certificates.md), vital statistics, [montana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/montana.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Los Angeles Event Cancellations and Elizabeth Warren Endorsement (2:57:11–3:00:27)

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced that large-scale events like concerts and sporting matches are unlikely to return to the city until 2021. In national politics, Senator Elizabeth Warren officially endorsed Joe Biden for president, stating he would restore faith in effective government.

Keywords: [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), [eric garcetti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-garcetti.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [endorsement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endorsement.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Canadian Parliament Question Period on Intelligence Warnings (3:00:28–3:03:21)

During a Canadian Parliament question period, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland repeatedly avoided answering whether the cabinet saw military intelligence warnings about COVID-19 in early January. The CBC faced criticism for cutting away from the broadcast during the heated exchange.

Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md), [chrystia freeland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrystia-freeland.md), [military intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-intelligence.md), [cbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/31.md)

### 32. NHS Contact Tracing App and Privacy Concerns (3:03:22–3:06:42)

The UK's National Health Service is testing a new contact tracing app designed to alert users if they have been near someone with coronavirus symptoms. While officials promise high security standards and open-source code, critics expressed concerns about digital surveillance and the potential for mandatory tracking.

Keywords: [nhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhs.md), [contact tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md), [bluetooth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bluetooth.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Final Peerage Credits and No Agenda Meetups (3:06:43–3:20:43)

The show concluded with a final reading of peerage upgrades and a discussion of Amazon's decision to drastically cut its affiliate program payouts. A new song titled "My No Agenda" by Melissa Tallon was introduced as the closing music for the 1234th episode.

Keywords: [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), affiliate program, melissa tallon

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Amazon Affiliate Cuts and Star Trek Picard Criticism (3:20:43–3:30:33)

Amazon announced it is lowering affiliate payouts to as low as 1%, a move seen as a betrayal of the content creators who helped build the platform. Separately, the series finale of Star Trek: Picard was criticized for naming a Federation flagship after the Chinese explorer Zheng He, which some viewers interpreted as a sign of Chinese financial influence over Paramount.

Keywords: [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [affiliate marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affiliate-marketing.md), star trek picard, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), zheng he, [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/34.md)

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