# White Adjacent > Global pharmaceutical giants demand national collateral as domestic mask mandates trigger legal warfare and a scripted royal interview exposes the vast divide in international medical advertising standards. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 1328 - **Published:** 2021-03-11 - **Length:** 3h 2m - **Topics:** OVH Fire, Pfizer Collateral, White Adjacency, Paxton Lawsuit, [Molnupiravir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molnupiravir.md), [Chloe Zhao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chloe-zhao.md), [Value for Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent ## About this episode A massive fire at an OVH data center in France destroyed an entire building, narrowly missing infrastructure used by independent media. This catastrophic event mirrors 19th-century telegraph sabotage where competitors like Western Union and American Telegraph physically dismantled rival networks. The incident raises urgent questions about the vulnerability of modern cloud providers and the potential for physical interference in an era of digital monopoly. Pfizer reportedly demanded sovereign assets, including military bases and embassy buildings, as collateral during vaccine negotiations with Argentina. Meanwhile, Texas Governor Greg Abbott faces a legal standoff with Austin Mayor Steve Adler over the lifting of state mask mandates. In the United Kingdom, viewers of the Oprah Winfrey interview with Meghan Markle expressed shock at the volume of American pharmaceutical advertising, a practice illegal in Britain. These events coincide with reports of severe vaccine reactogenicity in teachers and the emergence of shingles cases following injections. NBA star LeBron James sparked a national debate by declaring his vaccination status a private family matter, drawing a public rebuttal from Stephen A. Smith. In California, Burbank High School baseball players faced suspension for a maskless yearbook photo, while Senator Richard Pan authored an op-ed labeling vaccine skepticism as domestic terrorism. The episode concludes with a formal knighting ceremony for executive producers Susan Stevens and Brian Mosier under the value-for-value model. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/transcript.md. ### 1. OVH Data Center Fire and Historical Telegraph Sabotage (0:00–5:38) A major fire at an OVH data center resulted in one building burning to the ground, narrowly missing servers used for the show's infrastructure. This event prompts a comparison to the 1860s telegraph industry, where competitors like American Telegraph and Western Union frequently sabotaged each other by chopping down poles. The discussion explores the possibility of modern physical sabotage among cloud providers like Amazon and OVH, noting that OVH offers cheaper services similar to Amazon's infrastructure. Keywords: ovh, [data center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-center.md), [fire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fire.md), halon, [telegraph](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telegraph.md), [western union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/western-union.md), [sabotage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sabotage.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Texas COVID-19 Restrictions and Dr. Osterholm's Hurricane Metaphor (5:38–10:39) Governor Greg Abbott's decision to lift mask mandates and capacity restrictions in Texas faces criticism from local officials and health experts. Austin Mayor Steve Adler refused to comply with the state's deadline, leading to a legal standoff between the city and the state. Dr. Michael Osterholm warns of a "fourth wave" driven by the B-117 variant, describing the current situation as the "eye of the hurricane" despite falling case rates. Keywords: [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [steve adler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-adler.md), [michael osterholm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-osterholm.md), [b117 variant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/b117-variant.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/2.md) ### 3. CDC Mask Policy Failures and Asymptomatic Spread (10:39–14:02) Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb characterizes the initial federal guidance against wearing masks as the single biggest mistake of the pandemic response. He attributes this failure to the CDC's reliance on a flu model that underestimated asymptomatic spread and aerosolization in closed environments. Meanwhile, local mandates in Austin now require masking outdoors, a move compared by some to historical symbols of social compliance. Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [scott gottlieb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-gottlieb.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md), [asymptomatic spread](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asymptomatic-spread.md), [aerosolization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aerosolization.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Twitter Lawsuit Against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (14:02–16:17) Twitter filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, alleging that his investigation into the company's moderation practices is a form of retaliation and harassment. Paxton argues that social media companies act as monopolies and should be regulated as utilities following the suspension of Donald Trump's account. The legal strategy is viewed as an attempt to gain access to internal company memos through the discovery process. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [ken paxton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-paxton.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [de-platforming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-platforming.md), [discovery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discovery.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/4.md) ### 5. No Agenda Social Membership Caps and Moderation Policy (16:18–19:03) The No Agenda Social Mastodon instance has reached its 10,000-user limit and is currently closed to new sign-ups to manage costs and community quality. Users are encouraged to create their own Mastodon servers and federate with the main instance to maintain the same experience. A debate ensues regarding the "purging" of troublesome accounts, with suggestions for public "trials" for those who disrupt the community. Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [federation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federation.md), [moderation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moderation.md), [de-platforming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-platforming.md), digital community [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Nurse Tests Positive After Vaccination as Proof of Efficacy (19:05–21:29) A registered nurse in California tested positive for COVID-19 six weeks after receiving her second dose of the Pfizer vaccine. Health officials and media outlets framed the infection as proof that the vaccine works, arguing it prevented severe illness and hospitalization. This narrative is criticized as "Orwellian" for suggesting that contracting the disease after vaccination validates the treatment's success. Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), lisa blaze, [vaccine efficacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-efficacy.md), [breakthrough infection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breakthrough-infection.md), [orwellian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/orwellian.md), [ppe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ppe.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Reports of Shingles and Severe Physical Reactions to Vaccines (21:31–25:36) Multiple reports surface regarding adverse reactions to COVID-19 vaccines, including cases of shingles (herpes zoster) appearing shortly after injection. One detailed account describes a teacher who suffered severe "reactogenicity" that led to hospitalization and the exacerbation of underlying spinal and muscular issues. These incidents highlight concerns over the physical toll of the vaccine's side effects on certain individuals. Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [shingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shingles.md), herpes zoster, [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), reactogenicity, spinal stenosis [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/7.md) ### 8. CDC Guidelines for Vaccinated Individuals and "Waiting for Science" (25:37–29:33) The CDC released new guidance allowing fully vaccinated Americans to gather in small groups indoors without masks, including hugging family members. CDC Director Rochelle Walensky emphasizes that these are "baby steps" while the agency waits for more data on breakthrough infections. This approach is characterized as a "giant experiment" on the public because the vaccines are operating under emergency use authorization rather than full FDA approval. Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [rochelle walensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rochelle-walensky.md), [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [vaccination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccination.md), [social distancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-distancing.md), [clinical trials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinical-trials.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Mandatory Vaccination Legality and Anthony Fauci's Judgment Calls (29:35–31:51) White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki is accused of misrepresenting the FDA status of vaccines, which are authorized for emergency use but not fully approved. Dr. Anthony Fauci admits that some policy decisions, such as travel restrictions for the vaccinated, are currently "judgment calls" made in the absence of complete scientific data. Legal challenges are expected regarding the ability of employers to mandate experimental vaccines under U.S. law. Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [fda approval](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda-approval.md), [emergency use authorization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-use-authorization.md), [travel restrictions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel-restrictions.md), [data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/9.md) ### 10. General Perna's Vaccine Execution Phrasing and Nursing Home Deaths (31:52–34:14) General Gustave Perna's use of the word "execute" regarding the vaccine rollout for the elderly is highlighted for its unfortunate double meaning. In New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy defends his state's handling of nursing home deaths, insisting that the policy to segregate COVID-positive residents was clear. The exchange focuses on the linguistic slips and defensive postures of officials managing the pandemic response. Keywords: gustave perna, [phil murphy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phil-murphy.md), [vaccine rollout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-rollout.md), [nursing homes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nursing-homes.md), [new jersey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-jersey.md), [semantics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semantics.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Global Vaccine Distrust in the Philippines and Pakistan (34:15–37:11) Doctors and the public in the Philippines and Pakistan express significant distrust toward Chinese-made vaccines like Sinovac and Sinopharm, citing concerns over shoddy quality and varying efficacy rates. Despite the distrust, these vaccines are often the only ones available due to donations from the Chinese government. In Pakistan, health ministers have resorted to threatening workers to ensure they receive the shots. Keywords: [sinovac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sinovac.md), [sinopharm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sinopharm.md), [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [vaccine hesitancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-hesitancy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Pfizer's Aggressive Negotiations and Sovereign Asset Demands (37:11–40:00) Pfizer is accused of demanding extreme concessions from national governments in exchange for vaccine supplies, including immunity from negligence lawsuits. In Argentina, the company reportedly requested sovereign assets—such as bank reserves, military bases, and embassy buildings—as collateral. This aggressive business posture is contrasted with the situation in Israel, where Pfizer secured an exclusive deal to use the entire population as a data set. Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [argentina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argentina.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liability.md), [sovereign assets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereign-assets.md), [collateral](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/collateral.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Pfizer's Media Sponsorship and "Mission Possible" Marketing (40:01–41:52) Pfizer's extensive marketing strategy includes sponsoring high-profile media segments, such as Bill Gates' appearance on "60 Minutes Overtime." The company also collaborated with National Geographic on a documentary titled "Mission Possible: The Race for a Vaccine." This saturation of media through "paid content" is viewed as a genius marketing effort to control the narrative surrounding vaccine development and safety. Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [national geographic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-geographic.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sponsorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/13.md) ### 14. School Closures Due to Teacher Vaccine Side Effects (41:52–46:01) School districts in Ohio and other regions have been forced to close temporarily after large numbers of teachers called out sick following their second vaccine doses. Australian Health Minister Greg Hunt was also hospitalized for an infection shortly after his vaccination, though officials claim it was unrelated. There is speculation that some teachers are using the side effects as an excuse to avoid returning to in-person instruction. Keywords: olentangy school district, [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), greg hunt, [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), absenteeism [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Public Skepticism and the "Guinea Pig" Sentiment (46:02–47:47) A "Face the Nation" panel featuring diverse Americans reveals deep-seated skepticism toward the COVID-19 vaccines, with several participants stating they do not want to be "guinea pigs." This sentiment persists despite media efforts to promote the vaccines as safe and effective. The panel highlights a divide between those who trust the medical establishment and those who prefer to wait years to see long-term effects. Keywords: [face the nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/face-the-nation.md), [vaccine hesitancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-hesitancy.md), [clinical trials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinical-trials.md), guinea pigs, [public opinion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-opinion.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/15.md) ### 16. LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith on Vaccine Privacy (47:47–50:19) NBA star LeBron James sparked controversy by stating his decision to get vaccinated is a private family matter, leading to a public response from ESPN's Stephen A. Smith. Smith initially shared James's apprehension, citing the history of medical ethics violations against Black Americans, but later announced he would publicize his own vaccination to set an example. The discussion touches on the potential requirement of vaccine passports for international travel. Keywords: [lebron james](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebron-james.md), [stephen a. smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-a-smith.md), [nba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nba.md), [espn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espn.md), [tuskegee experiment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuskegee-experiment.md), [vaccine passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Molnupiravir and the Shift to COVID-19 Antiviral Pills (50:19–54:32) A new oral antiviral drug called Molnupiravir is being positioned as a "Tamiflu for COVID," with early Phase 2 data showing it clears the virus in five days. Dr. Fauci and other researchers suggest that oral drugs are necessary to suppress the virus, similar to treatments for HIV and Hepatitis C. Critics argue that existing, cheaper alternatives like Ivermectin are being ignored in favor of expensive new pharmaceutical products like "COVID-27" preparations. Keywords: [molnupiravir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molnupiravir.md), [antiviral](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antiviral.md), [merck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merck.md), [ivermectin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivermectin.md), [fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fauci.md), covid-27 [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/17.md) ### 18. British Shock at American Pharmaceutical Advertising (54:34–56:16) British viewers watching the Harry and Meghan interview on American television expressed shock at the high volume of prescription drug advertisements. In the United Kingdom, it is illegal to advertise prescription medication directly to the public. The cultural divide highlights the unique American practice of "asking your doctor" for specific branded drugs, which is the primary revenue source for U.S. media networks. Keywords: [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md), direct-to-consumer, [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [drug commercials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-commercials.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Scripted Oprah Interview (56:19–59:07) The televised interview between Oprah Winfrey and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex is characterized as a highly scripted and rehearsed media event. Meghan Markle's performance is noted for its professional acting quality, while Oprah's reactions are described as carefully timed for maximum impact. The interview's aesthetic, including Markle's dress, is compared to historical figures like Wallis Simpson to signal a specific narrative of royal defiance. Keywords: [meghan markle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meghan-markle.md), [prince harry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prince-harry.md), [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), [royal family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/royal-family.md), [acting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acting.md), wallis simpson [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/19.md) ### 20. The "Queen of Woke" vs. The British Monarchy (59:09–1:03:51) The Oprah interview is framed as a strategic "hit job" by the "Queen of America" against the British Monarchy, aimed at labeling the institution as racist. This event triggered global discussions on white supremacy and led to the high-profile departure of Piers Morgan from his television role after he defended the royals. The segment suggests this is part of a broader "woke" movement to dismantle traditional European power structures. Keywords: [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), [queen elizabeth ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queen-elizabeth-ii.md), [blm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blm.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [piers morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piers-morgan.md), [mk ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Vaccine Geopolitics in Syria and the Philippines (1:03:53–1:07:54) Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his wife Asma tested positive for COVID-19 amidst a complicated vaccination effort in the war-torn country. The COVAX initiative, a Bill Gates-backed distribution arm, is attempting to provide vaccines to both regime and rebel-held areas. In the Philippines, President Duterte's preference for Chinese vaccines clashes with a public that remains deeply distrustful of China following previous medical scandals. Keywords: [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [covax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covax.md), [gavi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavi.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/21.md) ### 22. NIST Sponsored Mask-On Facial Recognition Competition (1:07:54–1:11:05) A Chinese tech company, Xfort AI, won a global competition sponsored by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for facial recognition technology that works even when subjects are wearing masks. This technology is already widely used in China's Xinjiang region to monitor the Uyghur minority. The U.S. government's sponsorship of such technology is criticized as a step toward a permanent biosecurity state. Keywords: [nist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nist.md), [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md), xfort ai, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [xinjiang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xinjiang.md), [biosecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biosecurity.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/22.md) ### 23. De-platforming of Canadian Doctors and PCR Test Skepticism (1:11:07–1:15:59) Ontario MP Randy Hillier was de-platformed for sharing a video of Canadian doctors questioning the severity of the pandemic. The doctors argue that PCR tests produce high rates of false positives and that ICU occupancy in 2020 was lower than in previous years. They advocate for early treatments like Vitamin D and C rather than universal vaccination, particularly for young people with a 99.98% survival rate. Keywords: [randy hillier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/randy-hillier.md), [pcr tests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-tests.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [mortality rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mortality-rates.md), [vitamin d](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vitamin-d.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/23.md) ### 24. The "Great Marketing Event" of 2021 (1:15:59–1:20:10) The current global response to COVID-19 is described as the "Great Marketing Event of 2021," orchestrated by pharmaceutical giants like Pfizer. The discussion posits that the pandemic was intended to occur under a different administration but was delayed by four years. Experts now suggest the virus will become "endemic," meaning the public will be required to take repeated vaccine shots indefinitely, ensuring long-term revenue for drug companies. Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [pandemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandemic.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [endemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endemic.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Build Back Better and Domestic Terrorism Labels (1:20:11–1:24:27) New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and other world leaders are promoting the "Build Back Better" framework, linking pandemic recovery to climate change and global health. Simultaneously, media outlets like the Washington Post are publishing op-eds that equate "anti-vaccine extremism" with domestic terrorism. This shift in rhetoric is viewed as an attempt to criminalize political dissent and vaccine skepticism. Keywords: [jacinda ardern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacinda-ardern.md), [build back better](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/build-back-better.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [domestic terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domestic-terrorism.md), vaccine skeptics [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Burbank High School Baseball Suspension and Richard Pan Op-ed (1:24:28–1:28:44) A high school baseball team in Burbank, California, was suspended after players took a maskless yearbook photo, an act the district punished as a violation of safety protocols. In a related development, California State Senator Richard Pan wrote a Washington Post op-ed calling for stronger laws to protect vaccine administrators and labeling vaccine skepticism as a form of domestic terrorism. These events are cited as examples of "breaking children" and extreme social control. Keywords: [burbank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burbank.md), [baseball](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baseball.md), covid protocols, [richard pan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-pan.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [extremism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extremism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/26.md) ### 27. No Agenda Show Production and Art Generator Recognition (1:28:46–1:35:40) The hosts transition to show-specific business, celebrating the "Value for Value" model and the contributions of the "No Agenda" community. Special recognition is given to artists like Sir 3D for his Bauhaus-inspired work and "Correct a Record" for the episode's cover art. The segment emphasizes the importance of using Podcasting 2.0 certified apps to access features like chapters and real-time art updates. Keywords: [pbr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbr.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [bauhaus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bauhaus.md), [art generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-generator.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Requests (1:35:41–1:43:30) A series of high-value donations are read, including $650 from Brian Mosier and $425 from Susan Stevens, both of whom are seeking titles in the No Agenda hierarchy. The hosts perform "de-douching" rituals for long-time listeners who have finally contributed financially. One donor, Sir Saturday Night, requests to remain at his current rank to preserve a joke despite qualifying for an upgrade. Keywords: brian mosier, susan stevens, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [damehood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/damehood.md), [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Associate Executive Producer Credits and Social Media Antics (1:43:30–1:53:58) Donations of $333.33 and other amounts are acknowledged from producers like Catherine Emery and Zoe Hannon. The notes describe listeners' experiences using No Agenda clips to "antagonize" people on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Donors also request "house-buying karma" and "safe return karma" for family members deployed overseas. Keywords: catherine emery, zoe hannon, umami mama, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Final Producer Credits and the Value for Value Philosophy (1:54:09–2:05:50) The final block of executive and associate executive producers is read, including Keith Larson and Steven Nix. The hosts reiterate that these credits are authentic and can be used on professional resumes or CVs. They encourage listeners to continue supporting the show through time, talent, or treasure, emphasizing that the model is a viable alternative to traditional corporate financing. Keywords: keith larson, steven nix, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md), [imdb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imdb.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Nigel Farage Quits Reform UK to Fight CCP Influence (2:05:57–2:08:09) Nigel Farage announced his resignation as leader of Reform UK (formerly the Brexit Party) to focus on a media-driven campaign against the influence of the Chinese Communist Party in Britain. Farage expresses concern that the British establishment has "sold out" to China and that schools are replacing critical thinking with political propaganda. He also plans to advocate for environmental issues like planting trees. Keywords: [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [reform uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reform-uk.md), [brexit party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit-party.md), [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [critical thinking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/critical-thinking.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Greta Thunberg and John Kerry on the "Climate Crisis" (2:08:10–2:13:08) Greta Thunberg criticized President Joe Biden for not treating the climate situation as a true crisis, while U.S. Climate Envoy John Kerry warns that the next decade is the final window to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. The term "climate crisis" is identified as a linguistically engineered phrase chosen over "climate emergency" to drive public opinion and policy. Kerry compares climate action to buying home or life insurance. Keywords: [greta thunberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-thunberg.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [climate crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-crisis.md), [net zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-zero.md), [emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emissions.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Joe Biden's Mental Decline and Aricept Medication (2:13:08–2:20:23) Speculation regarding President Joe Biden's cognitive health intensifies following a clip where he appeared to forget the name of Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and the Pentagon. A caller with experience in hospice care suggests Biden may be using Aricept, a medication designed to slow the rate of mental decline in Alzheimer's patients. The discussion notes the "kid gloves" treatment of the President by the mainstream press. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), aricept, [dementia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dementia.md), [alzheimer's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alzheimer-s.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [lloyd austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-austin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Chloe Zhao's "Nomadland" Censorship in China (2:20:23–2:23:48) Director Chloe Zhao, the first Asian woman to win a Golden Globe for Best Director, is facing a state-led boycott in China after internet users rediscovered a 2013 interview where she was critical of the regime. Chinese authorities have removed the release date for her film "Nomadland" and censored related hashtags on social media. This development poses a significant financial risk for her upcoming Disney/Marvel film, "The Eternals." Keywords: [chloe zhao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chloe-zhao.md), [nomadland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nomadland.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [golden globes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-globes.md), [marvel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marvel.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Anti-Asian Sentiment and the "Inconvenient Minority" Narrative (2:23:49–2:29:03) The cancellation of Mumford & Sons' Winston Marshall for endorsing Andy Ngo's book highlights a growing tension regarding Asian American identity in the "woke" narrative. Asian Americans are described as an "inconvenient minority" because their high academic and economic success challenges the left's narrative of systemic oppression. New terms like "white adjacency" are being used to discredit Asian success in fields like mathematics. Keywords: winston marshall, [andy ngo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andy-ngo.md), [teen vogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teen-vogue.md), math is racist, white adjacency, [asian americans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asian-americans.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Uber Attack and the Rise of Anti-Asian Hate Crimes (2:29:05–2:32:38) A viral video of an Uber driver in San Francisco being harassed and coughed on by passengers after asking them to wear masks has become a flashpoint for discussions on anti-Asian violence. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors recently approved funding for an anti-hate program in response to a 114% jump in anti-Asian crimes. The incident is linked to a broader cultural trend of targeting Asian Americans. Keywords: [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), subhakar khabke, [hate crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-crimes.md), [lapd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lapd.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/36.md) ### 37. Final Birthday Shout-outs and Global Producer Notes (2:32:39–2:42:16) The show concludes with a final round of birthday wishes and acknowledgments for smaller donations. A producer in India describes the availability of $2 "COVID packs" containing Ivermectin and zinc, contrasting this with Western pharmaceutical marketing. Other donors are thanked for sending checks via the post office to avoid third-party payment processors. Keywords: [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [ivermectin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivermectin.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), swift transfer, [post office](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/post-office.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1328-white-adjacent/chapter/37.md) ### 38. Knighting Ceremony, Meetup Schedule, and Show Outro (2:42:16–2:59:55) The episode wraps up with a formal knighting ceremony for Susan Stevens and Brian Mosier, followed by a reading of the global meetup schedule. The hosts briefly discuss the "Nevada takeover" by Democratic Socialists and Mike Lindell's plans to launch a social media site called "Pillow Talk." The show ends with the traditional sign-off and a musical mix. 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