# 3 Screws

> Global leaders pivot from pandemic management to climate restructuring while AI surveillance hits Australian workplaces and political unrest grips Belarus and the Ivory Coast.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1271
- **Published:** 2020-08-23
- **Length:** 2h 57m
- **Topics:** Silicon Valley fires, Belarus revolution, AI surveillance, DNC critique, [Build Back Better](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/build-back-better.md), Mali coup
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws

## About this episode

Northern Silicon Valley faces devastating wildfires following 2,500 lightning strikes, while a humorous dispute emerges over whether a Colorado rain stick inadvertently triggered the Bay Area weather patterns. In Austin, Interim Health Authority Dr. Mark Escott maintains Stage Four COVID-19 restrictions despite hospital admissions falling below established thresholds, signaling a controversial policy shift toward positivity rates as the primary metric for business closures.

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns that a vaccine will not end the pandemic, calling for permanent behavioral changes and a global transition toward climate change initiatives. Meanwhile, Australia prepares to deploy Motorola Solutions AI surveillance to monitor social distancing in workplaces, and scientists in Leipzig, Germany, conduct a 1,500-person pop concert experiment with singer Tim Bensko to study indoor virus transmission. In the United States, NIH Director Francis Collins enlists 2,700 evangelicals through Biologos to promote vaccine compliance, as the American Federation of Teachers signals potential strikes following their designation as essential workers. International tensions rise as President Alexander Lukashenko orders the Belarus military to the border to counter alleged NATO troop movements amid a suspected USAID-funded color revolution.

Joe Biden’s Democratic National Convention acceptance speech draws scrutiny for its pre-recorded production style and the reuse of phrasing from his 2008 address. The segment features a profanity-laced rant from Dilbert creator Scott Adams regarding the Charlottesville narrative and a technical breakdown during Senator Tom Carper’s USPS hearing. The episode concludes with the formal knighting of Sir Ronald Shull and a satirical look at the Green New Dill pickle jar artwork.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/transcript.md.

### 1. California Wildfires, Lightning Strikes, and Rain Stick Superstition (0:00–2:29)

Northern Silicon Valley faces intense wildfires following approximately 2,500 lightning strikes. A humorous dispute arises regarding whether the use of a rain stick in Colorado inadvertently triggered the weather patterns affecting the Bay Area. Reference is made to Scott Adams and the potential threat the fires pose to local residences.

Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md), lightning strikes, [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [scott adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-adams.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Austin COVID-19 Metrics, Hospital Admissions, and Stage Four Restrictions (2:29–5:03)

Austin Public Health officials are maintaining Stage Four COVID-19 restrictions despite hospital admissions falling below the previously established threshold of 44 per week. Interim Health Authority Dr. Mark Escott indicates a shift in strategy, moving away from hospitalizations as a key indicator toward positivity rates and new cases. This policy change draws criticism for being inconsistent with prior public promises to reopen businesses.

Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), hospital admissions, mark escott, [positivity rate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/positivity-rate.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Pilot Precise V7 RT Pen and Podcast Microphones (5:04–5:56)

A discussion about audible clicking noises reveals the use of a Pilot Precise V7 RT rolling ball pen during the recording. The noise is jokingly compared to a new crowdfunded podcaster microphone. The pen was reportedly acquired during a financial transaction at a Z Bank location.

Keywords: pilot precise v7, [microphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microphone.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [stationery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stationery.md), z bank

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Vaccine Trials, Structural Racism Claims, and Minority Community Skepticism (5:57–9:55)

Donald Trump suggests the "Deep State" at the FDA is delaying vaccine trials, while Kamala Harris attributes disproportionate virus impacts to structural racism. Concerns are raised regarding the targeting of Native Americans and African Americans for initial vaccine trials. Skepticism within the Black community is linked to historical medical exploitation, such as the Tuskegee Airmen experiments.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [vaccine trials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-trials.md), [tuskegee airmen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuskegee-airmen.md), [structural racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/structural-racism.md), [ados](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ados.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Bill Gates, Conspiracy Theories, and Pandemic Preparedness (9:56–14:02)

Bill Gates addresses conspiracy theories circulating on social media, dismissing them as ad hominem attacks that hinder public health efforts like mask-wearing. Gates expresses surprise at being a focal point of pandemic-related discourse given his foundation's long-term focus on infectious diseases in developing nations. He suggests the confluence of the pandemic and the U.S. election has amplified misinformation.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [infectious disease](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infectious-disease.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/5.md)

### 6. US Pandemic Response, Individual Freedom, and Testing Failures (14:03–17:27)

The United States' poor performance in managing the pandemic is attributed to a cultural emphasis on individual freedom and technical failures at the CDC. Issues cited include slow commercial lab integration, the lack of a centralized testing website, and delayed PCR results. Contrast is drawn between the frequent testing of wealthy individuals like Joe Rogan and the lack of testing for political figures like Joe Biden.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), pcr machines, individual freedom, [testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/testing.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Climate Change, Global Health Innovation, and Pandemic Recovery (17:28–19:15)

Public figures are shifting the pandemic narrative toward climate change, arguing that the virus serves as a warning for future environmental disasters. Proponents call for massive investments in innovation to stop carbon emissions, linking pandemic recovery activities to climate initiatives. The transition from health crisis management to environmental policy is characterized as a strategic "money grab."

Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [innovation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/innovation.md), [carbon emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-emissions.md), [global health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-health.md), [investment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/7.md)

### 8. WHO Warnings, Behavioral Changes, and Post-Pandemic Society (19:16–22:10)

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns that a vaccine alone will not end the pandemic and that permanent behavioral changes are required. He emphasizes that societies cannot return to pre-pandemic norms and must use the crisis to accelerate climate change responses. The reduction in pollution during lockdowns is cited as a glimpse of a "cleaner" future world.

Keywords: [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [tedros adhanom ghebreyesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tedros-adhanom-ghebreyesus.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [lockdowns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdowns.md), [social distancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-distancing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Australian AI Surveillance, Motorola Solutions, and Social Distancing (22:10–24:58)

Australia is set to roll out new video surveillance technology developed by Motorola Solutions to enforce social distancing in workplaces. The AI-powered system detects mask-wearing and tracks physical proximity between employees without requiring a smartphone app. Critics express concern over the invasive nature of body recognition systems that flag individuals for immediate disciplinary action.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), motorola solutions, [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [contact tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/9.md)

### 10. European Anti-Lockdown Protests, Police Brutality, and Smoking Bans (25:00–28:14)

Protests against permanent social distancing laws have turned violent in the Netherlands, with reports of police using force against demonstrators. In Spain, rumors of a new EU-wide lockdown on September 18th circulate as regional governments ban outdoor smoking to prevent virus spread via droplets. Mandatory mask mandates in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Madrid have sparked significant public backlash and "COVID denier" labeling.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [madrid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madrid.md), [police brutality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-brutality.md), [smoking ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-ban.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/10.md)

### 11. German Pop Concert Experiment and Social Distancing Science (28:14–30:43)

Scientists in Leipzig, Germany, conducted a study involving 1,500 volunteers at a pop concert by singer Tim Bensko to observe virus spread. Participants were divided into three groups with varying levels of social distancing to gather empirical data on indoor gatherings. The segment questions whether previous distancing mandates were based on actual science or merely theoretical assertions.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [leipzig](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leipzig.md), tim bensko, [social distancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-distancing.md), [experiment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/experiment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Anthony Fauci, Mask Efficacy, and Vaccine Compliance (30:45–33:13)

A March 2020 clip of Dr. Anthony Fauci is revisited, where he stated there was no reason for people to walk around with masks and warned of unintended consequences. The current push for universal mask compliance is interpreted as psychological preparation for mandatory vaccinations. Comparisons are made to the public's fearful reaction during the Swine Flu and H1N1 outbreaks.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [compliance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compliance.md), [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Healthcare Workers, Flu Vaccine Mandates, and Falsified Records (33:14–36:33)

Multiple accounts describe healthcare and university employees circumventing mandatory flu vaccine requirements through various methods. Strategies include self-reporting false data at UNC Chapel Hill, pharmacists discarding doses while providing receipts, and individuals leaving clinics before the injection is administered. These stories highlight a growing resistance to employment-contingent medical mandates.

Keywords: [flu shot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-shot.md), [healthcare workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare-workers.md), unc chapel hill, vaccine fraud, digital certification

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Austin Hospital COVID-19 Protocols and Childbirth Restrictions (36:34–39:14)

A pregnant producer in Austin, Texas, reports on restrictive hospital protocols requiring rapid COVID-19 tests upon arrival for delivery. If a mother tests positive, the baby is socially distanced by six feet in the same room, and breastfeeding is replaced by bottle-feeding via a nurse. These measures, including limiting visitors to one person, are criticized as "medieval" and cruel.

Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [childbirth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childbirth.md), [breastfeeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breastfeeding.md), [rapid test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rapid-test.md), doula

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Francis Collins, Biologos, and Evangelical Vaccine Advocacy (39:15–40:55)

NIH Director Francis Collins has assembled 2,700 evangelicals to urge Christians to accept the COVID-19 vaccine through his organization, Biologos. Collins, who serves on a papal advisory board, promotes the idea that science and religion are compatible. The initiative is viewed skeptically as a controlled effort to influence religious communities through established leadership.

Keywords: [francis collins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/francis-collins.md), [biologos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biologos.md), [evangelicals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evangelicals.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Tennessee School Eavesdropping Ban and Virtual Learning Propaganda (40:56–43:43)

The Rutherford County School District in Tennessee faced backlash after asking parents to sign agreements promising not to "eavesdrop" on their children's virtual classes. Parents and activists argue the ban is intended to hide political indoctrination and propaganda from guardians. The district threatened to remove children from virtual classrooms if parents violated the non-recording and non-monitoring rules.

Keywords: [tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tennessee.md), rutherford county, virtual learning, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Teachers as Essential Workers and Potential Labor Strikes (43:43–45:18)

The White House has designated teachers as essential workers, exempting them from quarantine requirements if exposed to COVID-19 to ensure schools remain open. In response, the American Federation of Teachers, representing 1.7 million members, has signaled a readiness to strike over safety concerns. This designation places teachers in the same category as law enforcement and meatpackers.

Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [essential workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/essential-workers.md), american federation of teachers, [strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strike.md), [quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/17.md)

### 18. CDC Director Robert Redfield and COVID-19 Infection Estimates (45:18–47:19)

CDC Director Robert Redfield estimated that up to 18% of the U.S. population, or 30 to 60 million people, may have already been infected with COVID-19. Media reports by Amy Goodman are criticized for using these crude estimates to imply a higher death toll while ignoring Redfield's call to wait for finalized data. The discrepancy between media framing and actual official statements is highlighted.

Keywords: [robert redfield](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-redfield.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [infection rate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infection-rate.md), [data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Brexit Negotiations, COVID-19 Delays, and Trade Deadlines (47:19–49:49)

Brexit negotiations between the UK and the EU have been severely hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic, with both Boris Johnson and Michel Barnier contracting the virus. As the end-of-year deadline for a trade deal approaches, key issues like fishing rights and the Irish border remain unresolved. Speculation arises that the pandemic may be used as a pretext to delay or prevent the finalization of Brexit.

Keywords: [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [michel barnier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michel-barnier.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Build Back Better, The Great Reset, and Globalist Slogans (49:49–54:51)

The slogan "Build Back Better" has appeared simultaneously in the rhetoric of Joe Biden, Boris Johnson, Justin Trudeau, and the United Nations. This coordinated messaging is linked to "The Great Reset" initiative proposed by the World Economic Forum. Critics argue the phrase is a globalist code for a radical restructuring of world economies and a "world coup d'etat" facilitated by the pandemic.

Keywords: [build back better](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/build-back-better.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Donald Trump, Council for National Policy, and The Super-V Recovery (54:52–57:19)

Donald Trump delivered a policy-focused speech to the Council for National Policy, rebranding the economic recovery from a "V-shape" to a "Super-V." Trump criticized Joe Biden's stance on fracking and petroleum, arguing it would devastate the economies of Pennsylvania and Texas. The speech is viewed as a "CEO-style" test run for the upcoming Republican National Convention.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), council for national policy, super-v, [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Middle East Peace Deal, UAE-Israel Agreement, and F-35 Sales (57:21–1:01:16)

The Trump administration, led by Jared Kushner, brokered a historic peace deal between the UAE and Israel, which reportedly includes the sale of F-35 fighter jets to the Emirates. Trump contrasts this with the previous administration's Iran deal, which he claims empowered terrorists with cash payments. The Beirut explosion and the death of Qasem Soleimani are cited as potential catalysts for the shifting regional alliances.

Keywords: [uae](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uae.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [f-35](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-35.md), [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Federal Statue Protection, Executive Orders, and Civil Unrest (1:01:17–1:03:43)

Donald Trump highlights an executive order mandating a 10-year prison sentence for anyone damaging federal statues, claiming it stopped monument destruction "overnight." He defends historical figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson against "radical left" mobs. Despite the federal crackdown, reports of localized violence and property damage continue in cities like Denver.

Keywords: [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), federal statues, [prison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prison.md), [george washington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-washington.md), [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Joe Biden DNC Speech, Pre-recorded Segments, and Production Gaffes (1:03:43–1:07:07)

Analysis of Joe Biden's Democratic National Convention speech suggests it was a pre-recorded "canned" performance rather than a live address. Discrepancies in Biden's tie knot and a suspicious transition shot of a full Zoom audience are cited as evidence of production editing. The use of a parking lot with cars and fireworks for the finale is noted for its visual impact despite the lack of a live crowd.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [rick wilson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-wilson.md), [zoom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoom.md), [fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Joe Biden 2008 vs 2020 Speech Comparison (1:07:08–1:09:18)

A comparison of Joe Biden's 2020 acceptance speech with his 2008 Vice Presidential acceptance speech reveals nearly identical phrasing regarding "dignity" and "the American story." Critics point out that Biden reused specific anecdotes about looking a child in the eye and the value of a paycheck. The repetition is characterized as a lack of new material over a twelve-year period.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md), 2008 dnc, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [dignity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dignity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Fox News Coverage, Conservative Women, and The Fine People Hoax (1:09:18–1:11:06)

Fox News is criticized for running an op-ed by Laura Fink that encourages conservative women to vote for Joe Biden. The segment also addresses the "Fine People" narrative from Charlottesville, which Biden used as a centerpiece of his campaign. While some guests on Laura Ingraham's show attempted to debunk the claim, the mainstream media is accused of fully adopting the Democratic narrative.

Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), laura fink, [charlottesville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlottesville.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), conservative women

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Scott Adams, Biden Race Hoax, and Unnecessary Bleeping (1:11:07–1:17:51)

Dilbert creator Scott Adams released a profanity-laced rant against Joe Biden, accusing him of using a "race hoax" to target citizens. Adams argues that Biden's focus on the Charlottesville "fine people" comment is an intentional attempt to incite violence and strip political power from Black voters. The podcast hosts present a bleeped version of the rant, comparing the effect to Jimmy Kimmel's "unnecessary bleeping" comedy segments.

Keywords: [scott adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-adams.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [charlottesville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlottesville.md), race hoax, [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/27.md)

### 28. USPS Hearing, Senator Tom Carper, and Technical Difficulties (1:17:52–1:19:16)

During a United States Postal Service hearing featuring Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, Senator Tom Carper experienced significant technical difficulties with his Zoom setup. Carper was heard using profanity while struggling to unmute his microphone, an incident captured on the official video feed. The moment is used to highlight the frequent failures of remote legislative proceedings.

Keywords: [usps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usps.md), [louis dejoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louis-dejoy.md), [tom carper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-carper.md), [zoom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoom.md), [technical failure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technical-failure.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/28.md)

### 29. No Agenda Art, Green New Dill, and Commercial Art Critique (1:19:17–1:23:50)

The "Green New Dill" pickle jar artwork by "Correct the Record" is praised for its professional quality and for confusing international observers who thought it was a real product. A discussion follows regarding the nature of commercial art, where artists must navigate feedback from "suits" and committees. Listeners are encouraged to visit No Agenda Social and the Art Generator website.

Keywords: [correct the record](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/correct-the-record.md), green new dill, [pickles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pickles.md), commercial art, [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Executive Producer Donations, Rain Sticks, and California Birthdays (1:23:51–1:28:42)

A series of high-value donations are acknowledged, including a $666 contribution from an "Adam in Austin" and a $369.15 donation from the Grand Duke of the Pacific Northwest. A donor from Healdsburg, California, requests a "damehood" for his wife Amy's birthday amidst local wildfire evacuations. A debate ensues regarding the safety of using a rain stick in California due to the risk of lightning-induced fires.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), tigard, [california wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-wildfires.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/30.md)

### 31. First-Time Donors, LootSafe.org, and Reparations Satire (1:28:43–1:32:29)

New donors are welcomed, including a brewery ambassador and a grandmother from Foxborough celebrating her first grandchild. The segment highlights LootSafe.org, a satirical website that encourages people to offer their property for looting as an act of social justice and reparations. The site is described as a comedic response to the "people over poverty" mantra used to justify civil unrest.

Keywords: lootsafe, [reparations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reparations.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [foxborough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foxborough.md), [amygdala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amygdala.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Facebook Bans, QAnon, and The Oath Keepers (1:32:30–1:35:48)

Facebook has banned approximately 900 pages and 1,500 ads associated with QAnon, while simultaneously removing hundreds of "Patriot" groups and militias. A fire instructor and member of the "Oath Keepers" reports that their group was caught in the sweep despite their focus on emergency service oaths. The hosts advise users to migrate to decentralized platforms like Mastodon and No Agenda Social to avoid corporate censorship.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [qanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qanon.md), [oath keepers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oath-keepers.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Knighthood Claims, Who Are These Podcasts, and Listener Jingles (1:35:49–1:40:21)

Several listeners claim their knighthoods and request specific titles, such as "Knight of the Soft and Whiny Anapolitans." A discussion regarding a potential appearance on the show "Who Are These Podcasts" reveals a host's desire to develop better material before participating. The segment includes various listener-submitted "jingles" and shout-outs to other podcasts like Mo Fax and Creep Off.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [annapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/annapolis.md), [who are these podcasts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who-are-these-podcasts.md), [jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md), [mo fax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mo-fax.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Ronald Shull Knighthood and Value for Value Model (1:40:22–1:45:11)

Ronald Shull is officially knighted as "Knight Meecer Deep Thought Protector of the Backyard Farm" after a $84 donation. The hosts reiterate the "Value for Value" funding model, contrasting it with platforms like Patreon that take a percentage of creator revenue. They acknowledge the "loosey-goosey" nature of their independent donation system and thank the producers for their support.

Keywords: ronald shull, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [patreon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patreon.md), redneck farmer

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Joe Biden Speech Flubs and God Bless America (1:45:18–1:48:05)

Joe Biden's conclusion to his DNC speech is analyzed for a perceived flub where he said "May God protect our troops" instead of the traditional "God bless the United States of America." Other alleged "bloopers" involving nonsensical sentences and a lack of specific policy on China are discussed. The speech is characterized as being high on "good vibes" but low on substance, aside from a national mask mandate.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), flub, [god bless america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/god-bless-america.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [mask mandate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mask-mandate.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Elizabeth Warren, Stephen Colbert, and Wall Street (1:48:08–1:51:20)

Elizabeth Warren appeared on Stephen Colbert's show and repeatedly dodged questions about Wall Street's enthusiasm for a Joe Biden presidency. Despite Colbert asking three times if she was "cool" with big business supporting Biden, Warren pivoted to discussing the number of days left until the election. Filmmaker Michael Moore also noted the exchange, expressing frustration with the candidates' ties to the financial establishment.

Keywords: [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [stephen colbert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-colbert.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [michael moore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-moore.md), [bankers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Richard Wolff, Kamala Harris, and Donald Harris (1:51:21–1:54:35)

Marxist economist Professor Richard Wolff discusses his past professional relationship with Kamala Harris' father, Donald Harris, whom he describes as a brilliant left-wing economist. Wolff argues that Kamala has "fallen far from the tree" by becoming an establishment centrist. He characterizes the 2020 election as an "exercise in denial" where voters seek a return to a "normalcy" that is actually a fantasy.

Keywords: [richard wolff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-wolff.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), donald harris, marxist, economist

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/37.md)

### 38. DNC Production Critique, J-Mai, and Abolitionist Rhetoric (1:54:36–1:57:49)

The Democratic National Convention's production is criticized as amateurish, with slow transitions and a "PBS donation marathon" feel. A segment from the DNC Transgender Caucus featuring "J-Mai," a self-described "mermaid queen king," is highlighted for calling for the total abolition of police, ICE, and prisons. Tucker Carlson's coverage of the event is discussed, specifically regarding biological men in women's sports.

Keywords: [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [julia louis-dreyfus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julia-louis-dreyfus.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), abolition, transgender caucus

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Mike from St. Louis and The Trump Re-election Prediction (1:57:50–2:00:19)

A Twitter video featuring a man named Mike from St. Louis, who claims to be a former Trump voter switching to Biden due to COVID-19, is dismissed as a "phony" production. The hosts predict a massive re-election victory for Donald Trump, arguing that the Democrats and mainstream media are repeating the same mistakes from 2016. They suggest that the media is actively suppressing the voices of Black Americans who support Trump.

Keywords: [st. louis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-louis.md), [missouri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missouri.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md), [re-election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/re-election.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Vernon Jones, MSNBC, and The "My Show" Incident (2:00:19–2:05:14)

Georgia State Representative Vernon Jones, a Democrat supporting Donald Trump, had a heated exchange with an MSNBC anchor who questioned if he was a "paid campaign surrogate." Jones accused the network of racism and attempting to silence Black men who do not fit the liberal narrative. The anchor's assertion that "this is my show, I ask the questions" is highlighted as an example of media arrogance and bias.

Keywords: vernon jones, [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), black trump supporters, [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Julia Louis-Dreyfus DNC Hosting and Australian Slang (2:05:15–2:08:10)

Julia Louis-Dreyfus is criticized for her performance as a DNC host, with the hosts noting her status as a billionaire heir to the Dreyfus family fortune. A joke she made mispronouncing Vice President Mike Pence's name as "Puntz" is pointed out as a potential gaffe, as "punce" or "poontz" is considered a derogatory slur in Australian slang. The segment suggests the DNC failed to fact-check the comedic material.

Keywords: [julia louis-dreyfus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julia-louis-dreyfus.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [mike pence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pence.md), australian slang, [veep](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veep.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Steve Bannon Arrest, We Build The Wall, and Fraud Indictment (2:08:12–2:13:40)

Steve Bannon and Brian Colfage were arrested on charges of defrauding donors in the "We Build The Wall" campaign. The indictment alleges that despite promises that 100% of funds would go toward the wall, money was funneled through non-profits to pay Colfage a secret salary. Bannon is characterized as a "slimy creep" for his role in the scheme, which involved complex transfers to hide the payments.

Keywords: [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), brian colfage, [we build the wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/we-build-the-wall.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [indictment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indictment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Associate Executive Producers, Birthday Marathons, and Jobs Karma (2:13:40–2:19:31)

Donations from various locations, including Spuzzum and Pennsylvania, are acknowledged. Nancy Nichols is highlighted for running her 40th marathon in Spearfish, South Dakota, on her 51st birthday, notably without a mask. The segment concludes with a "Jobs Karma" ritual for a listener's mother who has an upcoming interview, emphasizing the community's support for its members' personal and professional lives.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), spuzzum, spearfish, [marathon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marathon.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Birthday List, Sir Vassilios Knighting, and Round Table Rituals (2:19:31–2:22:32)

A comprehensive list of listener birthdays is read, followed by the formal knighting of Sir Vassilios. The ceremony includes the granting of a title and the symbolic provision of "mutton and mead" at the No Agenda Round Table. The new knight is instructed on how to receive his official ring and sealing wax from "Eric the Shill" to finalize his status within the community.

Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [round table](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-table.md), [sealing wax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sealing-wax.md), [ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ring.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/44.md)

### 45. No Agenda Meetups, Maskless Bandits, and Global Gatherings (2:22:33–2:26:09)

Reports from recent No Agenda meetups in Long Beach, Kirkland, and Denver describe gatherings of "maskless bandits" and tribe members. Upcoming events are announced for Midland, Ohio, Anaheim Hills, and Berlin, Germany, with the latter coinciding with anti-lockdown protests. Listeners are encouraged to start their own local meetups to foster community and bypass social distancing isolation.

Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [long beach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/long-beach.md), [kirkland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kirkland.md), [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), [berlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Earth Overshoot Day and Qatar Resource Consumption (2:26:11–2:29:02)

August 22nd was designated as "Earth Overshoot Day," the date when humanity supposedly exhausted the planet's natural resources for the year. The report claims that if everyone lived like residents of Qatar, 8.9 Earths would be required to sustain life. The hosts mock the concept as a "ludicrous" population control narrative, questioning how such specific resource depletion metrics are calculated.

Keywords: earth overshoot day, [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [natural resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-resources.md), [luxembourg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luxembourg.md), [sustainability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sustainability.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Belarus Protests, Alexander Lukashenko, and NATO Border Claims (2:29:03–2:32:21)

President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus has ordered his army to defend the country's borders against alleged NATO troop deployments following disputed election results. Opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya remains in exile in Lithuania while calling for national strikes. Belarus is described as a "pass-through" country for Russian gas, currently facing a situation similar to the 2014 Ukrainian crisis.

Keywords: [belarus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belarus.md), [alexander lukashenko](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexander-lukashenko.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), svetlana tikhanovskaya, [tractors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tractors.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Belarus Color Revolution, USAID, and The Nexta Telegram Channel (2:32:21–2:38:14)

The unrest in Belarus is characterized as a "color revolution" funded by the National Endowment for Democracy and USAID. The protests are reportedly coordinated via the "Nexta" Telegram channel, run by a 25-year-old with ties to the U.S. State Department. Lukashenko's refusal to implement WHO-mandated COVID-19 lockdowns in exchange for IMF loans is cited as a primary reason for the international pressure to remove him.

Keywords: [belarus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belarus.md), [color revolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/color-revolution.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [telegram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telegram.md), nexta

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Mali Military Coup and ECOWAS Intervention (2:38:14–2:40:23)

A military junta in Mali has overthrown President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, leading to an intervention by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). While the junta claims the president resigned willingly, ECOWAS leaders are demanding a return to civilian rule. The coup appears to have significant public support in the capital city of Bamako despite international condemnation.

Keywords: [mali](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mali.md), [coup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coup.md), [ecowas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ecowas.md), ibrahim boubacar keita, bamako

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Ivory Coast Unrest and The Golden Age of Journalism (2:40:25–2:45:02)

Violence has flared in the Ivory Coast following President Alassane Ouattara's decision to run for a third term. In a related discussion on the state of media, Margaret Carlson laments the loss of the "Golden Age of Journalism." The hosts argue that journalism began to deteriorate with the advent of TV news and the subsequent use of CIA-placed stories and native advertising.

Keywords: [ivory coast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivory-coast.md), [alassane ouattara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alassane-ouattara.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [daily beast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-beast.md), margaret carlson

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/50.md)

### 51. Mail-in Voting vs. Absentee Ballots and Potential Election Fraud (2:45:02–2:48:28)

The distinction between absentee ballots and universal mail-in voting is explained, with the former requiring specific requests and identity verification. Washington State's successful mail-in system is noted as having taken years to develop, making it difficult for other states to implement similar systems quickly. Concerns are raised that a messy election could lead to "lawfare" and a constitutional crisis where Nancy Pelosi becomes acting president.

Keywords: [mail-in voting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-voting.md), [absentee ballots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/absentee-ballots.md), [washington state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-state.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/51.md)

### 52. Susan B. Anthony Pardon and Accusations of Racism (2:48:28–2:50:36)

Donald Trump's posthumous pardon of suffragist Susan B. Anthony on the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment drew criticism from Democrats. Critics, including New York's Lieutenant Governor, argued the pardon was a gimmick and pointed to Anthony's alleged history of racism for focusing on white women's suffrage. The segment highlights the media's tendency to find fault even in historically symbolic gestures.

Keywords: susan b. anthony, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [pardon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pardon.md), [19th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/19th-amendment.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/52.md)

### 53. Show Outro, End of Show Mixes, and Technical Glitches (2:50:36–2:57:47)

The episode concludes with a sign-off from Austin and Northern Silicon Valley, followed by a series of "end of show mixes" from various producers. A technical glitch involving a "podcaster down" audio loop occurs during the closing segments. The hosts remind listeners to return for the Thursday show and provide final donation links before the music takes over.

Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [end of show mix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-show-mix.md), podcaster down, [adios mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/53.md)

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