# pre-bunked

> National media overlooks the Iowa derecho as California power grids buckle and new research suggests widespread pre-existing T-cell immunity could shift the pandemic trajectory.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1269
- **Published:** 2020-08-16
- **Length:** 3h 6m
- **Topics:** Iowa Derecho, FISA Probe, [T-Cell Immunity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-cell-immunity.md), Shadowgate, [Power Grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), Victoria Lockdown
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked

## About this episode

A massive derecho wind storm devastated Cedar Rapids, Iowa, destroying graineries and flattening corn crops while national media outlets like CBS News and the Trump administration faced sharp criticism for delayed emergency responses. Residents reported hurricane-level gusts and a total loss of power for six days, yet the story remained secondary to political maneuvering in Washington. This failure in disaster reporting highlights a growing disconnect between local crises and the national news cycle.

California is currently grappling with rolling blackouts as General Electric engineers report the decommissioning of efficient gas-fired turbines in favor of older units to satisfy Green New Deal mandates. In Australia, the state of Victoria entered a draconian Stage 4 lockdown, with authorities reportedly confiscating millions of doses of hydroxychloroquine ordered by billionaire Clive Palmer. Meanwhile, a study in the journal Science suggests that pre-existing T-cell immunity from common cold coronaviruses may exist in 50% of the population, potentially lowering the threshold for herd immunity. In the legal sphere, former FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith agreed to plead guilty to altering an email used to justify a FISA warrant against Carter Page, marking the first criminal charge from the John Durham investigation.

Sir Matt Decker and Sir Nifty join the No Agenda roundtable following a knighthood ceremony for episode 1269, celebrating the show's value-for-value model. John C. Dvorak and Adam Curry analyze the 'Shadowgate' documentary by Millie Weaver, whose recent arrest in Ohio was revealed to be a domestic dispute with her mother, Felicia McCarron, rather than a deep-state disappearance. The episode concludes with a skeptical look at the NASA Perseverance rover's Martian helicopter and a series of listener-produced music mixes.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/transcript.md.

### 1. Iowa Derecho Storm Damage, Media Coverage Failure (0:00–3:05)

A massive derecho wind storm struck Cedar Rapids, Iowa, causing extensive damage to corn crops and leaving neighborhoods without power for six days. Local farmers report hurricane-level gusts that destroyed graineries and flattened fields. Criticism is directed at national news outlets and the Trump administration for failing to provide adequate disaster reporting or emergency response while focusing on political narratives.

Keywords: cedar rapids, [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), derecho, crop damage, [storm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storm.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/1.md)

### 2. CBS Evening News, National News Rundown (3:07–6:05)

Margaret Brennan anchors a CBS News summary covering the United States Postal Service warning regarding mail-in ballots and a CDC projection of 200,000 coronavirus deaths by Labor Day. The report includes updates on Texas COVID-19 fatalities, the eligibility of Senator Kamala Harris for the vice presidency, and a bison attack on a tourist. Brennan fills in for regular anchor Norah O'Donnell.

Keywords: [cbs evening news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-evening-news.md), [margaret brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/margaret-brennan.md), [postal service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/postal-service.md), [coronavirus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coronavirus.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/2.md)

### 3. California Rolling Blackouts, Green Energy Management (6:07–8:29)

California faces predicted rolling blackouts during a summer heatwave due to the removal of gas-based power turbines. A General Electric engineer reports that newer gas-fired machines capable of rapid baseline ramping were decommissioned in favor of older, less efficient steam-cooled units. The power shortages are attributed to management decisions favoring Green New Deal policies over grid stability.

Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [rolling blackouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rolling-blackouts.md), [general electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-electric.md), [gas turbines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-turbines.md), [green new deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-new-deal.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Colorado Wildfires, Rain Stick Ritual (8:29–10:35)

Residents in Colorado report heavy soot and dying vegetation as firefighting planes combat local wildfires. In response to a producer's request for relief, a ritual involving a "rain stick" is performed to symbolically bring moisture to the region. Concerns are raised about the potential for weather modification efforts to inadvertently affect neighboring states like Iowa.

Keywords: [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md), [firefighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firefighting.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/4.md)

### 5. California Zephyr Train Count, Economic Indicator (10:36–11:23)

The California Zephyr train passes through the observation point four minutes late with an eight-car consist. This car count is used as a localized metric for economic stability. Additionally, the price of Bitcoin is noted at $11,871 during the train's passage.

Keywords: [california zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-zephyr.md), [amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), car count, [economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economy.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Australia COVID-19 Lockdowns, Hydroxychloroquine Confiscation (11:24–15:30)

The state of Victoria, Australia, enters a strict lockdown following a resurgence of coronavirus cases during the flu season. Australian authorities have reportedly confiscated millions of doses of hydroxychloroquine ordered by billionaire Clive Palmer, discrediting the drug as a treatment. Reports from South Australia contrast with Victoria, citing better border management and a lack of mask mandates in COVID-free zones.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [victoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria.md), [melbourne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melbourne.md), [hydroxychloroquine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydroxychloroquine.md), [clive palmer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clive-palmer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/6.md)

### 7. China Belt and Road Initiative, Urban Economic Decline (15:30–19:10)

A theory is proposed linking severe COVID-19 outbreaks to regions with strong ties to China's Belt and Road Initiative, specifically Northern Italy, New York, and Victoria, Australia. As major cities like New York experience an exodus of residents and businesses, there is speculation that China may offer predatory financing to struggling municipalities. This "African model" of investment involves using infrastructure as collateral.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [belt and road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belt-and-road.md), [victoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [giuseppe conte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/giuseppe-conte.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/7.md)

### 8. T-Cell Immunity Research, Cross-Reactivity Study (19:10–23:36)

A study published in the journal Science suggests that up to 50% of the population may possess pre-existing immunity to SARS-CoV-2 through memory T cells. This immunity likely stems from previous exposure to common cold coronaviruses, explaining why many individuals remain asymptomatic. The research indicates that herd immunity thresholds may be reached much sooner than the standard 60-70% projection.

Keywords: [sars-cov-2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sars-cov-2.md), [t cells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-cells.md), [immunity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immunity.md), journal science, [herd immunity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herd-immunity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/8.md)

### 9. WHO ACT Accelerator, Global Pandemic Financing (23:37–26:11)

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus advocates for the ACT Accelerator, a global fund designed to coordinate the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, tests, and therapeutics. Citing IMF estimates of $375 billion in monthly global economic losses, Tedros argues that international solidarity and financing are the only routes to economic recovery. The initiative seeks to link travel and trade sectors through a unified health response.

Keywords: [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [tedros adhanom ghebreyesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tedros-adhanom-ghebreyesus.md), act accelerator, [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Ebola Outbreak, Democratic Republic of the Congo (26:11–28:35)

The World Health Organization reports a worrying development in the Ebola outbreak within the Ecuador province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. With 86 confirmed cases in remote areas accessible only by boat or helicopter, the WHO has deployed 100 staff members. The organization has released $2.5 million from emergency funds but states that additional international financing is required to investigate and contain the spread.

Keywords: [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [democratic republic of the congo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-republic-of-the-congo.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), ecuador province, [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Triple E Virus, Delaware Mosquito Risk (28:36–30:59)

Eastern Equine Encephalitis (Triple E) has been detected in sentinel chickens across all three counties in Delaware. The mosquito-borne virus causes brain infections with a 30% fatality rate and has no specific antiviral treatment. Health officials are urging residents in Atlantic and Gulf Coast states to use DEET repellent and wear protective clothing to avoid infection.

Keywords: triple e, [encephalitis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encephalitis.md), [delaware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delaware.md), [mosquitoes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mosquitoes.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/11.md)

### 12. 1976 Swine Flu Vaccine, CBS 60 Minutes Report (31:00–36:04)

A retrospective look at the 1976 swine flu scare highlights a 1979 CBS 60 Minutes report by Mike Wallace regarding vaccine safety. The investigation revealed that 46 million Americans received a shot that was not properly field-tested, leading to thousands of claims for neurological damage. Internal CDC documents from July 1976 showed that officials were aware of potential neurological complications but proceeded with the mass immunization program.

Keywords: [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [mike wallace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-wallace.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), david sensor

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Massachusetts Contact Tracing, Vaccine Priority (36:05–39:22)

Massachusetts health departments are coordinating contact tracing after a teenager tested positive for COVID-19 during an out-of-state hockey tournament. Nationally, Dr. Anthony Fauci warns against reopening the economy too quickly as confirmed cases top 600,000 in California. The CDC has begun drafting vaccine distribution plans with Florida and Philadelphia, identifying healthcare workers as the top priority for initial doses.

Keywords: [massachusetts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/massachusetts.md), [contact tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [vaccine distribution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-distribution.md), [healthcare workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare-workers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Georgia Mask Mandate, School Reopening Conflicts (39:23–40:52)

The White House Coronavirus Task Force recommended a statewide mask mandate for Georgia, but Governor Brian Kemp has refused to enact the order. Meanwhile, over 2,000 students and staff have been quarantined nationwide following the resumption of in-person classes. In Florida, a lawsuit seeking to delay in-person instruction is proceeding as the state approves the start of high school football.

Keywords: [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [brian kemp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-kemp.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), school quarantine, [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Chromebook Shortages, Science Teacher Resignations (40:53–43:03)

School districts transitioning to online learning via Google Classroom are facing a severe shortage of Chromebooks due to supply chain issues in China. In Arizona, a veteran science teacher and several colleagues resigned after their district voted to return to in-person teaching. The teachers cited safety concerns regarding the density of students in classrooms for multiple periods a day.

Keywords: [chromebooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chromebooks.md), [google classroom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-classroom.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Kamala Harris MSNBC Interview, The 19th News (43:03–47:08)

MSNBC aired a 30-minute exclusive interview with Vice Presidential nominee Kamala Harris, conducted by Erin Haines of "The 19th News" rather than an NBC journalist. The 19th is a nonprofit media organization focused on gender equity in politics. Critics noted the poor audio quality and softball nature of the questions, questioning why a major network would cede primetime airtime to a third-party nonprofit.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), the 19th news, erin haines, [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Quadrivium Foundation, James Murdoch Funding (47:09–52:36)

The 19th News is funded by high-level donors including the Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and Quadrivium, a foundation led by James and Catherine Murdoch. James Murdoch recently resigned from the Fox Corporation board and is known for his opposition to Donald Trump. Quadrivium also funds Sci-Line, a service providing curated scientific experts and resources to journalists covering the COVID-19 pandemic.

Keywords: quadrivium, [james murdoch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-murdoch.md), catherine murdoch, [rockefeller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rockefeller.md), the 19th news

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/17.md)

### 18. AAAS, China Association for Science and Technology (52:37–56:33)

The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), chaired by Stephen Chu, operates a China division in collaboration with the China Association for Science and Technology. Through its Sci-Line initiative, the AAAS provides a centralized "motherlode" of quotable experts for lazy or under-resourced journalists. This structure allows for the rapid dissemination of specific scientific narratives across mainstream media outlets.

Keywords: [aaas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aaas.md), [stephen chu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-chu.md), [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), sciline, science journalism

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/18.md)

### 19. CFR Webinar, Pre-bunking Disinformation (56:33–1:01:49)

The Council on Foreign Relations hosted a webinar for local journalists featuring Brett Schaefer, a fellow for the Alliance for Securing Democracy. Schaefer instructed reporters on the concept of "pre-bunking," which involves flooding the information space with approved narratives before "disinformation" can take hold. The strategy suggests that debunking existing beliefs is ineffective and that journalists should instead anticipate and neutralize potential narratives in advance.

Keywords: [council on foreign relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/council-on-foreign-relations.md), brett schaefer, [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [pre-bunking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-bunking.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Twitter Blue Checks, Data Voids (1:01:49–1:06:45)

The proliferation of blue verification checkmarks for local journalists on Twitter is linked to search engine optimization and the management of "data voids." Data voids occur when there is a lack of credible information on a specific search query, allowing "bad actors" to dominate results. Google's algorithms prioritize content from verified social media accounts, ensuring that "credible" journalists occupy the top of search results during breaking news events.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md), data voids, [google search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-search.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Local Journalism, Social Media Censorship (1:06:45–1:11:21)

Former New York Times editor Carla Robbins suggests that local journalists should act as "hotlines" for community confusion and report misinformation directly to social media platforms. This collaborative effort between media and tech companies has led to increased censorship, such as Facebook's removal of all blackface imagery and political caricatures. Critics argue this turns journalists into "brown shirts" or collaborators for platform enforcement.

Keywords: carla robbins, [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md), [blackface](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackface.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/21.md)

### 22. No Agenda Social, Mastodon Federation (1:11:23–1:14:32)

The No Agenda Show promotes its federated social network, No Agenda Social, as an alternative to the algorithmic manipulation of Twitter. Built on the Mastodon platform, the network offers a higher signal-to-noise ratio without centralized censorship. Host John C. Dvorak notes that his engagement on Twitter has plummeted despite a high follower count, prompting a move to the "Federation."

Keywords: [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [fediverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fediverse.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/22.md)

### 23. No Agenda Art, Mueller Report Reference (1:14:33–1:17:54)

The show reviews listener-submitted artwork for episode 1269, including a piece by Jordan 33 featuring "New World Order 2020" themes. A numbering error in the RSS feed caused confusion for some artists, including Comic Strip Blogger. The hosts highlight that the show's unique art generation process was previously mentioned in the Mueller Report as a notable aspect of the podcast's production.

Keywords: [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [mueller report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-report.md), [podcast art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [comic strip blogger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comic-strip-blogger.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Executive Producer Donations, Siouxland Meetup (1:17:56–1:24:06)

Matt Decker is knighted as "Sir Matt Decker" following a $500 donation and a successful No Agenda meetup in Sioux City, Iowa. The meetup featured fifteen attendees from the Siouxland area and Omaha, enjoying a "de-douching" ceremony and local camaraderie. Other significant donations include Glenn Ashbrook's $333.33 contribution and a $334.56 donation from John Lucas in El Dorado Hills.

Keywords: matt decker, [sioux city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sioux-city.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Listener Knighthoods, Value-for-Value Model (1:24:07–1:31:45)

Caleb Kniffin is knighted as "Sir Nifty" on his 33rd birthday, recalling the "Vivek Kundra holodeck" segment from 2009. Chris Parker is knighted as "Sir Zorty of the Great Lakes" after years of monthly contributions. The show emphasizes its "value-for-value" model, which relies on listener donations rather than traditional advertising, and mentions the No Agenda Shop's revenue-sharing deal with artists.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [vivek kundra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivek-kundra.md), [skip logic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skip-logic.md), [no agenda shop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-shop.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Shadowgate Documentary, Millennial Millie (1:31:47–1:36:18)

Millie Weaver, known as "Millennial Millie," released a long-form video titled "Shadowgate" featuring interviews with intelligence contractors Tori and Patrick. The video alleges that a private network of contractors, utilizing B-roll and stock footage for dramatization, manages domestic influence operations. The narrative focuses on the role of private companies in aggregating data and creating psychological profiles of American citizens for targeted harassment.

Keywords: shadowgate, [millie weaver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millie-weaver.md), tori says, [infowars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infowars.md), [documentary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/documentary.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/26.md)

### 27. John Brennan, Intelligence Contractors (1:36:18–1:40:56)

Former CIA Director John Brennan is linked to the rise of the "military-industrial-contractor complex" through his time at the Analysis Corporation. The discussion explores how companies like Clearview AI and various data brokers aggregate facial recognition and location data for government use. These contractors reportedly build profiles to personalize digital harassment, a tactic often attributed to foreign actors like Russia but allegedly performed by domestic entities.

Keywords: [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [clearview ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clearview-ai.md), [data brokers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-brokers.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Smith-Mundt Modernization Act, Obama Phones (1:40:56–1:44:23)

The Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2012 is cited as the legal framework allowing the U.S. government to disseminate propaganda domestically via social media. The "Shadowgate" documentary suggests that the distribution of free "Obama phones" with unlimited data plans facilitated influence operations during events like the Ferguson riots. These devices are characterized as tools for tracking and manipulating low-income communities through integrated intelligence apps.

Keywords: [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [obama phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-phone.md), ferguson riots, trackphone

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Millie Weaver Arrest, Domestic Dispute (1:44:24–1:50:34)

Millie Weaver and her husband were arrested in Ohio shortly after the "Shadowgate" video was uploaded, leading to rumors of a "deep state" disappearance. However, the arrest stemmed from a domestic dispute involving Weaver's mother, Felicia McCarron. The charges include burglary, destruction of property, and domestic abuse following an altercation over documents and a smashed cell phone at the mother's residence.

Keywords: [millie weaver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millie-weaver.md), secret indictment, [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [domestic abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domestic-abuse.md), [burglary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burglary.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Felicia McCarron, Hollywood Political Conflict (1:50:35–1:54:25)

The conflict between Millie Weaver and her mother, Felicia McCarron, is attributed to political differences, with McCarron described as a Hollywood insider with "Trump Derangement Syndrome." McCarron reportedly filed the police report in a moment of anger but later attempted to drop the charges. The incident highlights the personal tensions between Weaver's work with Alex Jones and her mother's Democratic political leanings.

Keywords: felicia mccarron, [millie weaver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millie-weaver.md), [trump derangement syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-derangement-syndrome.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Kamala Harris Birthright, Newsweek Controversy (1:54:25–1:57:51)

A controversy regarding Kamala Harris's eligibility for the vice presidency surfaced following an op-ed by Professor John Eastman in Newsweek. Donald Trump commented on the theory during a press conference, stating he had "heard" the claims but offered no definitive opinion. Newsweek later apologized for publishing the piece, while critics argue the media is "pre-bunking" the story to paint any questioning of Harris's heritage as inherently racist.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [birthright citizenship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthright-citizenship.md), [newsweek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsweek.md), john eastman, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/31.md)

### 32. CBS Coverage, Harris Eligibility Narrative (1:57:52–2:04:15)

CBS News reporter Ed O'Keefe characterizes the questioning of Kamala Harris's eligibility as a "racist theory" stoked by the Trump campaign. The segment deconstructs the CBS report, noting that clips of Harris "brushing off" questions were actually unrelated footage of her signing campaign documents. The hosts argue that the media is conflating legal questions about birthright citizenship with racial attacks to protect the Biden-Harris ticket.

Keywords: [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [ed o'keefe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ed-o-keefe.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [birtherism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birtherism.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Trump Campaign Ads, Joe Biden's Health (2:04:15–2:07:34)

The Trump campaign released an advertisement labeling Kamala Harris a "phony" and Joe Biden as "Slow Joe," suggesting Harris is the true radical force on the ticket. Comparisons are made between Biden's current public appearances and footage from January 2020, with observations that his speech and cognitive speed have noticeably declined. Speculation arises that Biden's "basement strategy" was a recovery period following a health incident.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [campaign ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-ads.md), [health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Democratic National Convention, Virtual Format (2:07:34–2:11:00)

The 2020 Democratic National Convention is set to be a primarily virtual event, with Kamala Harris scheduled to speak on Wednesday and Joe Biden on Thursday. The hosts find the order of speakers unusual, as the Vice Presidential nominee typically follows the Presidential nominee. The lack of a live audience is expected to sap the "spirit" from the party's traditional gathering, contrasting with Trump's preference for live rallies.

Keywords: [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [milwaukee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milwaukee.md), virtual convention, [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Kevin Clinesmith Plea, FISA Warrant Alteration (2:11:00–2:13:29)

Former FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith has agreed to plead guilty to making a false statement by altering an email used to justify a FISA warrant against Carter Page. This marks the first criminal charge arising from U.S. Attorney John Durham's investigation into the origins of the Russia probe. While CBS provided minimal coverage, the plea is seen as a significant step in uncovering misconduct within the FBI's surveillance of the Trump campaign.

Keywords: [kevin clinesmith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-clinesmith.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [fisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa.md), [carter page](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carter-page.md), [john durham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-durham.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/35.md)

### 36. USPS Funding, Mail-in Voting Dispute (2:13:29–2:16:57)

The United States Postal Service warned 46 states that it may not be able to deliver mail-in ballots in time for the November election. Democrats are pushing for $25 billion in emergency funding for the USPS, which President Trump has linked to negotiations over a broader coronavirus relief bill. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy is under fire for operational changes that critics claim are intended to sabotage the election, leading to an Inspector General investigation.

Keywords: [usps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usps.md), [louis dejoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louis-dejoy.md), [mail-in ballots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-ballots.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/36.md)

### 37. HEROES Act Negotiations, Postal Service Reform (2:16:57–2:22:55)

President Trump is using USPS funding as leverage in negotiations for the HEROES Act, opposing the $1 trillion requested for state bailouts. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's removal of mail-sorting machines is framed as a long-term shift toward package delivery to make the service profitable and challenge Amazon's low shipping rates. The hosts argue that the "mail-in voting crisis" is a predictable result of a lack of infrastructure for universal mail-in ballots.

Keywords: [heroes act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroes-act.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [louis dejoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louis-dejoy.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [mail-in voting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-voting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Huffington Post, Trump Press Conference (2:22:54–2:26:59)

HuffPost reporter S.V. Dáte asked President Trump if he "regrets all the lying" he has done to the American people during a White House briefing. Trump ignored the question and moved to another reporter, a moment Dáte later celebrated in a self-congratulatory montage. The hosts mock the reporter's "end zone dance" and the Huffington Post's business model of using unpaid contributors.

Keywords: [huffington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/huffington-post.md), sv date, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), pulitzer, [lying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lying.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Uber and Lyft, California Labor Ruling (2:26:59–2:30:33)

A California judge ordered Uber and Lyft to reclassify their drivers as employees rather than independent contractors, granting them benefits like health insurance and sick leave. This ruling follows the passage of AB5, a law designed to protect gig workers but which has also negatively impacted freelance writers. Uber and Lyft argue they are technology platforms rather than transportation companies and may suspend operations in the state if the ruling stands.

Keywords: [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), [lyft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyft.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [gig economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gig-economy.md), ab5

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/39.md)

### 40. California Wealth Tax, Proposition 16 (2:30:34–2:34:00)

California legislators have proposed a wealth tax on residents with a net worth over $30 million, aimed at capturing revenue from Silicon Valley billionaires. Simultaneously, Proposition 16 seeks to repeal Proposition 209, which currently prohibits the state from discriminating or granting preferential treatment based on race or sex. Ward Connerly, the author of the original anti-discrimination initiative, warns that repealing it will institutionalize racial favoritism in public employment and education.

Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [wealth tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wealth-tax.md), proposition 16, ward connerly, [affirmative action](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affirmative-action.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/40.md)

### 41. San Francisco Transgender District, Employment Discrimination (2:34:00–2:39:51)

San Francisco has established the world's first Transgender District in the Tenderloin neighborhood, led by Aria Syed. Syed describes the district as a refuge for black trans people who face extreme discrimination in housing and employment. The discussion touches on "equity" in hiring, with host John C. Dvorak referencing Kurt Vonnegut's "Harrison Bergeron" as a satirical take on enforced social equality.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [tenderloin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tenderloin.md), transgender district, aria syed, [equity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/equity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Australian Donor Reports, Melbourne Lockdown (2:39:53–2:45:24)

Listeners from Australia provide firsthand accounts of the "draconian" Stage 4 lockdowns in Melbourne, Victoria. One producer, Rufus, notes that Victoria is the only Australian state to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with China's Belt and Road initiative, suggesting a political link to the severity of the local response. Sir Chris the Drunken Minstrel returns from sabbatical to report on the "prison state" of Victoria and the social pressure regarding face masks.

Keywords: [melbourne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melbourne.md), [victoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [lockdowns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdowns.md), [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Birthday Announcements, Associate Executive Producers (2:45:26–2:51:47)

The show acknowledges a series of $100 and $50 donations from producers including Eric Kurogi, Steve Bustador, and Dame Janice Oliver. Birthday wishes are sent to listeners Brian, Ying, and DC Girl. The hosts thank the "cast of thousands" whose small subscriptions and one-time donations sustain the show's ad-free format.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [associate executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producers.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Knighthood Ceremony, Episode 1269 (2:51:47–2:55:08)

Five producers are officially knighted during the episode 1269 ceremony: Sir Matt Decker, Sir Nifty, Sir Zerty of the Great Lakes, Sir Crease, and Sir K-Hut of the Prior. Each has contributed $1,000 or more to the show's production. The ceremony includes the traditional "hookers and blow" and "mutton and meat" proclamations, welcoming the new knights to the No Agenda roundtable.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), sir matt decker, sir nifty, sir zerty, sir crease

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/44.md)

### 45. No Agenda Meetups, Global Calendar (2:55:08–2:57:38)

A report from a Grants Pass, Oregon meetup highlights a diverse group of attendees, including an astrophysicist and a bus driver. Upcoming No Agenda meetups are announced for Oxford, North Carolina; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Busan, Korea; and several locations in California and Ohio. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendameetups.com to find local gatherings of "like-minded" producers.

Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [grants pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grants-pass.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [busan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/busan.md), [no agenda meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-meetups.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Mars Perseverance Rover, End of Show Mix (2:57:39–3:06:23)

The show concludes with a BBC report on NASA's Perseverance rover mission to Mars, which aims to collect rock samples and search for signs of ancient life. Host John C. Dvorak questions the physics of a helicopter operating in the thin Martian atmosphere. The episode closes with a series of listener-produced music mixes featuring clips of Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, and Justin Trudeau.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mars.md), [perseverance rover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perseverance-rover.md), [helicopter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helicopter.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/46.md)

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