# Lockdown Face

> Federal courts strike down state lockdowns as data discrepancies in Texas and hospital payout incentives under the CARES Act raise questions about the pandemic response.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1278
- **Published:** 2020-09-17
- **Length:** 3h 15m
- **Topics:** Lockdown Face, [PCR Cycles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-cycles.md), [Color Revolutions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/color-revolutions.md), Tourette Superpower, Health Passports, [CARES Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cares-act.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face

## About this episode

A federal court has ruled Pennsylvania’s lockdown measures unconstitutional, striking a blow against the open-ended emergency powers utilized by Governor Tom Wolf. The ruling emphasizes that the U.S. Constitution does not permit a "new normal" where basic liberties are subordinated to state mandates, particularly when officials apply rules unequally to public protests. Meanwhile, in Victoria, Australia, Premier Daniel Andrews faces intense scrutiny over proposed legislation that would allow the detention of suspected conspiracy theorists without evidence.

Data integrity remains a central concern as Harris County officials are accused of dumping a backlog of one million old COVID-19 tests to artificially maintain high threat levels. Discrepancies in PCR assay cycle thresholds at labs in Madison and Minnesota suggest that high-sensitivity testing is producing false positives in non-infectious patients. Abbott Labs is moving to capitalize on this environment by developing a smartphone-based health passport. Additionally, the CARES Act has revealed massive federal payouts to hospitals, with Wyoming receiving up to $278,000 per reported case, creating what critics call a perverse financial incentive for over-reporting.

Adam Curry addresses recent criticism from Gavin McInnes regarding his appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, reframing his lifelong struggle with Tourette Syndrome as a high-productivity superpower. The segment highlights how individuals like John Brockman and world-class sommeliers use the condition to achieve intense focus. John C. Dvorak joins the discussion from Northern Silicon Valley to analyze the "creepy" atmosphere of the audience-free Academy of Country Music Awards and the shifting political leanings of the entertainment industry.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/transcript.md.

### 1. No Agenda Episode 1278 Introduction, Zephyr Economic Update (0:00–2:39)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 1278 of No Agenda from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley. The hosts announce that the Zephyr Economic Update is delayed due to fog obscuring the tracks, though Bitcoin is noted at $10,838. Curry shares a recommendation for 24trains.tv, a new train-themed video streaming service launched by Dutch DJ Erik de Zwart.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zephyr.md), 24trains.tv

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/1.md)

### 2. COVID-19 Testing Glitches, CDC Three-Month Viral Shedding Data (2:40–5:04)

Thousands of North Carolina residents were incorrectly informed of positive COVID-19 results due to a technical glitch. The CDC released data indicating that recovered patients may carry low levels of the virus for up to three months, leading to false positives during retesting even when the individual is no longer infectious. The hosts question the logic of retesting recovered individuals except for travel requirements.

Keywords: [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md), testing glitches, [viral shedding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-shedding.md), retesting

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/2.md)

### 3. PCR Test Cycle Thresholds, Madison and Minnesota Lab Discrepancies (5:04–8:57)

Discrepancies in PCR assay spin cycles are examined, noting that while 30 cycles is the recommended limit to avoid picking up trace non-infectious material, many labs use higher thresholds. Madison, Wisconsin, reportedly uses 45 cycles, while Minnesota labs vary between 35 and 45 cycles across different commercial platforms. Harvard University epidemiologists suggest that positives produced above 30 cycles are unlikely to identify infectious patients.

Keywords: [pcr test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-test.md), [cycle threshold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cycle-threshold.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [harvard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard-university.md), [mayo clinic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mayo-clinic.md), [minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md), [madison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madison.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Abbott Labs Rapid Testing, Universal Passport App (8:58–9:59)

Abbott Labs, based north of Chicago, plans to produce 50 million rapid COVID-19 test kits per month. The company intends to release a smartphone application that provides a red or green status based on test results. This initiative is described as a private-sector attempt to create a universal health passport for access to venues and travel.

Keywords: [abbott labs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbott-labs.md), [rapid test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rapid-test.md), [digital passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-passport.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), health app

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/4.md)

### 5. CARES Act Hospital Funding, State-by-State COVID-19 Case Payouts (10:00–13:50)

A report for hospital Chief Financial Officers reveals the federal aid distributed per COVID-19 case under the CARES Act. Funding varies significantly by state, with Alabama receiving $158,000, North Carolina $252,000, and Wyoming $278,000 per case. The hosts suggest these high payouts create a financial incentive for hospitals to over-report cases through high-cycle PCR testing.

Keywords: [cares act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cares-act.md), [medicare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare.md), hospital funding, [alabama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alabama.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md), [wyoming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wyoming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Economic Impact of COVID-19 Shutdowns, Yelp Business Closure Data (13:51–15:36)

The economic toll of secondary lockdowns is discussed through the lens of a biker bar owner near Houston who was forced to close permanently. Data from Yelp indicates that 60% of businesses in California that closed during the initial shutdown have now gone out of business for good. The hosts argue that these shutdowns cause irreversible economic destruction to small retailers and restaurants.

Keywords: [yelp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yelp.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [lockdowns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdowns.md), [houston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houston.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), economic destruction

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Harris County Data Backlog, Falsified COVID-19 Threat Levels (15:37–23:49)

A Harris County City Council meeting features testimony regarding a massive backlog of over one million COVID-19 tests that were dumped into the system in August. Officials allegedly recorded these old cases as new daily positives to justify keeping the county at a "red" threat level. While the reported 14-day average was 973 cases, the actual average of new cases was approximately 272, suggesting data manipulation to maintain emergency restrictions.

Keywords: [harris county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harris-county.md), [houston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houston.md), lena hidalgo, sylvester turner, [data backlog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-backlog.md), texas department of health

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Commercial Real Estate Decline, Scamdemic Prevention (23:49–25:53)

The decline of commercial real estate is noted as a secondary effect of the pandemic, though business owners who own their buildings outright may have a higher survival rate. The hosts emphasize the need to document current data errors to prevent similar issues in future health crises.

Keywords: [commercial real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commercial-real-estate.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [pandemic planning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandemic-planning.md), property ownership

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Victoria Australia Emergency Legislation, Conspiracy Theorist Detention (25:54–27:42)

New legislation proposed in Victoria, Australia, by Premier Daniel Andrews allows for trials without juries and the detention of "conspiracy theorists" for two weeks without supporting evidence. The bill reportedly grants police the power to search homes without warrants under the guise of public health risks. The hosts express concern over the erosion of civil liberties in the region.

Keywords: [victoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [daniel andrews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daniel-andrews.md), [detention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detention.md), [search warrant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-warrant.md), [conspiracy theorists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theorists.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Bill Gates Bloomberg Interview, CDC Reputational Damage (27:42–32:11)

Bill Gates appeared on Bloomberg to discuss the reputational damage to the CDC and FDA under the Trump administration. Gates criticized the White House for ignoring epidemiologists and expressed concern over "weirdly interesting falsehoods" spreading on social media. He advocated for continued debate on how social media platforms should handle misinformation regarding vaccines and masks.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [gavi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavi.md), social media censorship

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Pennsylvania Lockdown Ruled Unconstitutional, Basic Liberties Protection (32:12–34:12)

A federal court ruled that Pennsylvania's lockdown measures were unconstitutional, stating that even well-intentioned efforts cannot override basic liberties. The judge noted that the governor's participation in protests while banning other gatherings constituted an unequal application of the law. The ruling emphasized that the Constitution does not accept a "new normal" where rights are subordinated to open-ended emergency measures.

Keywords: [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [unconstitutional](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unconstitutional.md), court ruling, [civil liberties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-liberties.md), emergency measures

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/11.md)

### 12. St. George Utah Anti-Mask Protest, Media Propaganda Analysis (34:12–37:55)

Hundreds of protesters gathered in St. George, Utah, to oppose mask mandates in schools, with some attempting to enter the school board building. The hosts analyze a local news package from ABC 4 News, criticizing it as propaganda for using a child to debunk the protesters' claims. The segment highlights the tension between parental rights and state-mandated health orders.

Keywords: [st. george](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-george.md), [utah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utah.md), anti-mask protest, abc 4 news, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [school board](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-board.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Li-Meng Yan COVID-19 Lab Theory, Steve Bannon and Miles Guo (37:55–47:46)

Researcher Li-Meng Yan appeared on Tucker Carlson Tonight claiming COVID-19 was manufactured and intentionally released by the Chinese Communist Party. The hosts trace her funding to the Rule of Law Society, an organization run by Steve Bannon and funded by exiled Chinese billionaire Miles Guo. They question Bannon's motives, suggesting the operation is a well-funded "color revolution" effort against the CCP rather than a purely scientific endeavor.

Keywords: li-meng yan, [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), miles guo, [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), rule of law society

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Black Futures Lab, Chinese Progressive Association CCP Ties (47:46–52:36)

Alicia Garza, co-founder of Black Lives Matter, is linked to the Black Futures Lab, which is fiscally sponsored by the Chinese Progressive Association (CPA). The CPA is described as an organization with direct ties to the Chinese Communist Party. The hosts criticize the partnership, suggesting that domestic social movements are being influenced or funded by foreign adversaries.

Keywords: [alicia garza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alicia-garza.md), [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), black futures lab, chinese progressive association, [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Clackamas County Arson Reports, Antifa Extremist Groups (52:37–56:29)

A Clackamas County City Council meeting features reports from the sheriff's department regarding extremists staging gas cans and using chainsaws to start fires along telephone poles. While the sheriff's representative mentions suspected Antifa involvement, a council member dismisses the reports as media hype. The discussion highlights the internal conflict among local officials regarding the use of the National Guard to address civil unrest.

Keywords: clackamas county, [oregon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oregon.md), [antifa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antifa.md), [arson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arson.md), [national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-guard.md), gas cans

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Local Planning Commissions, Subversive Community Involvement (56:29–58:17)

The hosts discuss the experience of participating in local planning commissions as a way to counter ineffective local governance. They describe the "gruesome details" and interpersonal conflicts inherent in small-town bureaucracy and the role of "Karens" in derailing productive community improvements.

Keywords: planning commission, [local government](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/local-government.md), community activism, [bureaucracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bureaucracy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Secretary Mark Esper, Space and Cyber Warfare Domains (58:18–1:03:24)

Defense Secretary Mark Esper addressed the Air, Space, and Cyberspace Conference, identifying space and cyberspace as the new frontiers of high-intensity conflict. Esper warned that China and Russia have weaponized space with "killer satellites" and directed energy weapons. The hosts debate whether these technologies are being used to influence terrestrial events, such as the West Coast wildfires.

Keywords: [mark esper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-esper.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [directed energy weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directed-energy-weapons.md), killer satellites

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Gavin Newsom Climate Change Claims, California Fire Prevention (1:03:24–1:06:26)

California Governor Gavin Newsom attributed recent record-breaking temperatures and wildfires to climate change, citing a 130-degree reading in Death Valley. The hosts challenge these claims, noting that higher temperatures were recorded in 1913. They also point out that the state significantly reduced fire prevention and forest management efforts over the last decade.

Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [death valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death-valley.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md), [fire prevention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fire-prevention.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Judd Apatow on Corporate Censorship, China Market Influence (1:06:26–1:09:39)

Director Judd Apatow spoke out against corporate censorship in Hollywood, arguing that giant conglomerates refuse to criticize China to protect their business interests. Apatow noted that movies about Chinese concentration camps or human rights abuses are never greenlit because the industry has "bought silence" with Chinese money. The hosts suggest this self-censorship prevents the public from understanding global atrocities through art.

Keywords: judd apatow, [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md), [concentration camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/concentration-camps.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Empty Venues and Dystopian Award Shows, Audience Energy (1:09:39–1:13:54)

The 2020 Academy of Country Music Awards at the Grand Ole Opry is described as a "creepy" and "uninspired" event due to the lack of a live audience. The hosts compare this to the current state of the NFL and NBA, noting that fake crowd noise cannot replicate the genuine energy of a live crowd. They argue that the absence of an audience fundamentally degrades the quality of televised entertainment and sports.

Keywords: acm awards, grand ole opry, [carrie underwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carrie-underwood.md), empty stadiums, [nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), [nba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nba.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Joe Rogan Podcast Experience, Headphone Usage in Media (1:13:55–1:16:56)

Adam Curry reflects on his recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, noting the difficulty of recording without headphones. He recounts a story about Canadian radio host Bill Good, who preferred a "free air" technique to make conversations feel more natural. The hosts discuss the technical and psychological differences between wearing "cans" and recording in an open room.

Keywords: [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [headphones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/headphones.md), radio technique, bill good

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Gavin McInnes Criticism, Adam Curry Tourette Syndrome (1:16:57–1:19:28)

Gavin McInnes criticized Adam Curry's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, mocking Curry's "irritating twitch" and status as the "Podfather." Curry addresses the comments by discussing his lifelong struggle with Tourette Syndrome. He mentions being invited to a Tourette-specific podcast to discuss the condition openly.

Keywords: [gavin mcinnes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-mcinnes.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [tourette syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourette-syndrome.md), [podfather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podfather.md), [proud boys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/proud-boys.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Tourette Syndrome as a Superpower, Sommelier Success (1:19:28–1:24:47)

A British sommelier with Tourette Syndrome describes the condition as a "superpower" that allows him to redirect excess nervous energy into intense focus on his passion. Adam Curry agrees, noting that his own tics allow him to enter a high-productivity "zone" during show preparation. The hosts also mention literary agent John Brockman as another example of a highly successful individual with severe Tourette's.

Keywords: [tourette syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourette-syndrome.md), [sommelier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sommelier.md), [john brockman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brockman.md), [amazon prime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-prime.md), [superpower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superpower.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Value for Value Model, No Agenda Art Gallery (1:24:47–1:30:53)

The hosts discuss the "Value for Value" model, thanking producers for their time, talent, and treasure. They showcase the latest show art by Mike Riley, titled "Insurrectious," which features a roller derby theme. Curry also mentions discovering a Bitcoin mining operation near Austin and encourages listeners to submit art to the No Agenda Art Generator.

Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [mike riley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-riley.md), [roller derby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roller-derby.md), [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [bitcoin mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin-mining.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Donation Segment Rules, Associate Executive Producers (1:30:54–1:33:47)

The hosts clarify the rules for the donation segment, explaining that only notes from Executive Producers ($300+) and Associate Executive Producers ($200+) are guaranteed to be read on air. This policy was implemented to prevent the show from being overwhelmed by long notes from smaller donors. They emphasize that the system provides a fair feedback mechanism for the community.

Keywords: donation rules, [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [associate executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producer.md), [jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md), [notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/notes.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Major Donors and Nighthood Ceremonies (1:33:49–1:38:45)

Alexander Treibus from Belgium and an anonymous donor from Indiana each contribute $1,000 to the show. Treibus, celebrating his 60th birthday, is granted an "instant nighthood." The Indiana donor explains that he is passing along his "Trump change" stimulus check to support the show, leading to his dubbing as Sir Andrew the Polack Warrior.

Keywords: alexander treibus, [belgium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belgium.md), [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [stimulus check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-check.md), [nighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nighthood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Producer Credits and Personal Milestones (1:38:46–1:47:47)

Various producers are recognized for their contributions, including Philip Veenstra, Neil Timmermans, and Matt Whiffen from Melbourne. Bobby Curiel, known as Sir Humperdinck Superdank, is knighted after a long-term move to Hawaii. The segment includes requests for "Goat Karma" for house sales and healthy pregnancies.

Keywords: philip veenstra, neil timmermans, matt whiffen, bobby curiel, [goat karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goat-karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/27.md)

### 28. International Producers and Tiny Home Projects (1:47:47–1:57:16)

Chris Rowell from Norway is knighted as Sir Semi-Norwegian, while Sir Cal of Lavender Blossoms promotes his organic CBD products. Michael Bernstein provides an update on his "Mutual Win" tiny home community in North Carolina and seeks recommendations for new locations in small towns.

Keywords: [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [lavender blossoms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lavender-blossoms.md), michael bernstein, [tiny homes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiny-homes.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Relocation from Urban Centers, New Human Resources (1:57:18–2:08:20)

Shiloh Brown discusses her family's move from Houston to a small town in Wisconsin to escape urban unrest and lockdowns. Other producers, including Quozo from Huntsville and Jenna Damico from Bellingham, request "Baby Karma" for upcoming additions to their families. The hosts conclude the primary donation segment by thanking all producers for their "ownership" of the show.

Keywords: [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), cypress texas, [huntsville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/huntsville.md), [baby karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baby-karma.md), urban exodus

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Joe Biden's Health and Incontinence Rumors (2:08:20–2:12:21)

The hosts discuss rumors originating from a purported campaign staffer on 4chan regarding Joe Biden's health, specifically alleging dementia-related incontinence. They analyze Biden's recent public appearances, including a slip of the tongue where he referred to a "Harris administration." The segment also touches on the rise of "Lockdown Face" and the increase in plastic surgery due to frequent Zoom calls.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [dementia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dementia.md), [4chan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4chan.md), incontinence, [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [plastic surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plastic-surgery.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Newt Gingrich Fox News Interruption, George Soros Discussion (2:12:22–2:17:58)

During a Fox News segment, Newt Gingrich was interrupted by hosts Marie Harf and Melissa Francis when he attempted to link George Soros to the election of "pro-criminal" district attorneys. The hosts highlight the awkward "dead air" following the interruption and play a clip of Soros from Davos 2020 discussing the "revolutionary situation" in the U.S. They argue that Soros's influence on the legal system is a documented fact that Fox News suppressed.

Keywords: [newt gingrich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newt-gingrich.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [marie harf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marie-harf.md), [district attorneys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/district-attorneys.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Jim Cramer "Crazy Nancy" Slip, Media Scripting (2:17:59–2:19:40)

Jim Cramer accidentally referred to Nancy Pelosi as "Crazy Nancy" during an interview on Mad Money. The hosts suggest the slip was actually a rehearsed attempt to diffuse the nickname used by President Trump. They analyze the timing and reaction, questioning whether the interaction was scripted to benefit Pelosi's image.

Keywords: [jim cramer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-cramer.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), crazy nancy, [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Joe Biden Climate Policy, Suburbs and Wildfires (2:19:40–2:24:14)

Joe Biden's climate speeches are analyzed, specifically his claims that wildfires and floods are "threatening our suburbs." The hosts argue that Biden is conflating climate change with civil unrest, suggesting that the "burning suburbs" meme is a setup for future rioting if Trump is re-elected. They also mock Biden's confusion regarding LED light bulbs and his criticism of Trump's response to Puerto Rico.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), led light bulbs, [climate corps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-corps.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md), [suburbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suburbs.md), [puerto rico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puerto-rico.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Biden's Nine-Year Climate Timetable, Midwest Hurricanes (2:24:15–2:28:44)

Joe Biden asserted that science dictates a nine-year timetable to prevent irreversible climate damage, aligning with the 2030 goals often cited by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Biden also claimed that Midwest farmers are suffering from "hurricanes," a statement the hosts find geographically confused. They suggest Biden's reliance on long-term memory and scripted stories is a symptom of cognitive decline.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [2030](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2030.md), [hurricanes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricanes.md), [midwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midwest.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Presidential Debate Strategy, Joe Rogan Disqualification (2:28:45–2:34:09)

The View's Sonny Hostin argued that Joe Rogan is "disqualified" from hosting a presidential debate due to past controversial comments. The hosts discuss the Biden campaign's refusal to participate in a Rogan-hosted debate and speculate on the strategy for the upcoming September 29th debate. They suggest the Democratic strategy relies on "jacking up" Biden with medication to handle Trump's performance.

Keywords: [presidential debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-debate.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [sonny hostin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sonny-hostin.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/35.md)

### 36. NASA Satellites and One Million Mile Claims (2:34:10–2:38:32)

Joe Biden claimed that NASA satellites can see West Coast wildfire smoke from "one million miles away in space." The hosts debunk this claim by noting that the moon is only 240,000 miles away and typical satellites orbit at 22,000 miles. They criticize the "pro-science" Democratic platform for allowing such scientifically unsound statements to go unchallenged by the media.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [satellites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellites.md), moon distance, [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Riding the Dragon Documentary, Biden Family China Ties (2:38:33–2:42:35)

The documentary "Riding the Dragon," featuring investigative journalist Peter Schweitzer, details the Biden family's commercial ties to the Chinese government. The film alleges that Hunter Biden's firm invested in Chinese nuclear and surveillance companies while Joe Biden was Vice President. The hosts discuss the "grifter" nature of the Biden family and Joe Biden's recent claim that he has never made more than $400,000.

Keywords: [peter schweitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-schweitzer.md), riding the dragon, [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [john solomon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-solomon.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Small Donor Recognition, Tourette Superpower Recap (2:42:35–2:48:37)

The hosts read the names of producers who donated $50 or more, including listeners from Alaska, Spain, and India. They acknowledge a note from a former private school employee regarding the Epoch Times and Falun Gong. Adam Curry reiterates his appreciation for the community, noting that their involvement fuels his "Tourette superpower."

Keywords: [small donors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-donors.md), [epoch times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epoch-times.md), [falun gong](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/falun-gong.md), [green bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-bay.md), [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Birthday List and Nighthood Dubbing (2:48:37–2:51:44)

The official No Agenda birthday list is read, followed by the formal dubbing of six new Knights and Danes. The ceremony includes the assignment of "Hookers and Blow" and "Mutton and Mead" to the new members of the roundtable. Listeners are directed to the No Agenda Nation website to claim their rings and certificates.

Keywords: [birthday list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday-list.md), [nighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nighthood.md), sir bam bam, sir skip logic, sir humperdinck superdank

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/39.md)

### 40. No Agenda Meetups, Community Calendar (2:51:50–2:55:54)

Reports from a Denver meetup are shared, followed by a schedule of upcoming events in Missoula, Amsterdam, and Finland. A creative audio promo for the Kansas City meetup on September 25th is played. The hosts encourage listeners to visit NoAgendaMeetups.com to find or host local gatherings.

Keywords: [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), [missoula](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missoula.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [kansas city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kansas-city.md), [finland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finland.md), [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Amazon Rainforest Fires, Media Playbook Reruns (2:55:55–3:00:27)

Reports of the Amazon rainforest burning in Brazil are resurfacing in the media, mirroring the coverage from the previous year. The hosts argue that the media is "rerunning the playbook" by using the same environmental narratives to attack populist leaders like Jair Bolsonaro. They suggest this is part of a broader strategy to maintain a consistent political message.

Keywords: [amazon rainforest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-rainforest.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md), [jair bolsonaro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jair-bolsonaro.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), media playbook

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Darren Beattie on Color Revolutions, Regime Change Tactics (3:00:27–3:02:57)

Darren Beattie argues that the tactics used against President Trump are a form of "color revolution," a regime change model typically used by U.S. national security agencies against foreign adversaries. This model involves engineered contested elections and "peaceful protests" to overthrow leaders. Beattie claims the same professionals who managed revolutions in Eastern Europe are now applying those strategies domestically.

Keywords: darren beattie, [color revolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/color-revolution.md), [regime change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regime-change.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [lawfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawfare.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Bill de Blasio Cadence (3:02:58–3:05:14)

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be a "different kind of event" without a live audience. The hosts compare de Blasio's speaking cadence to that of Jimmy Kimmel, suggesting they belong to the same "leftist milieu." They criticize the continued cancellation of traditional public celebrations.

Keywords: macy's parade, [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Outro, Kanye West Grammy Video, Final Mix (3:05:14–3:15:48)

The show concludes with a discussion of Kanye West's video of himself urinating on a Grammy award and the shifting political leanings of various demographics. Harry Scarry's book "Privileged Victims" is mentioned regarding the political fears of the gay community. The episode ends with a custom musical mix by Rexo and Quozo, featuring clips of Nancy Pelosi and civil unrest.

Keywords: [kanye west](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kanye-west.md), [grammys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grammys.md), [blm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blm.md), harry scarry, rexo quozo

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/44.md)

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