# Fox News Babes

> A whistleblower unmasks a global web of corruption as acoustic weapons debut on American streets and the pharmaceutical lobby tightens its grip on healthcare reform.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 134
- **Published:** 2009-09-27
- **Length:** 1h 34m
- **Topics:** [Sibel Edmonds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sibel-edmonds.md), Juniper Cobra, [LRAD](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lrad.md), Beauty Bomber, PHRMA, [Roman Polanski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roman-polanski.md), District 9
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes

## About this episode

FBI whistleblower Sibel Edmonds exposes a network of espionage and corruption involving Turkey, Israel, and the Rand Corporation in a landmark interview with The American Conservative. The former Farsi translator details how foreign interests influence members of Congress while the U.S. government maintains a strict gag order on her testimony. Meanwhile, the arrest of director Roman Polanski in Switzerland for a 1977 case signals a shift in Swiss legal cooperation following IRS pressure on secret bank accounts.

In Pittsburgh, police deployed Long Range Acoustic Device sound cannons against G20 protesters, marking a domestic escalation in non-lethal weaponry. The Najibullah Zazie terror investigation, dubbed the Beauty Bomber case, faces scrutiny as a potential pretext for the Patriot Act extension after authorities tracked purchases of hair bleach and nail polish remover. In the Middle East, the Juniper Cobra joint military exercise between the U.S. and Israel involving Aegis and THAAD missile systems suggests preparations for a strike on Iran's nuclear facilities.

Fox News anchors utilize specific wardrobe choices and leggy displays as a form of visual hypnosis to distract viewers from the staged nature of the Acorn controversy. A massive red dust storm in Sydney triggers speculation about Comet NEAT and a breach in the Earth's magnetic field. Despite the acclaimed visuals of District 9, the narrative of South African prawns in a Johannesburg ghetto is dismissed as a stomach-churning disappointment.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/transcript.md.

### 1. Black Helicopters, Dan Brown, and San Francisco Surveillance (0:01–1:49)

The presence of black helicopters in Washington DC and the Pacific Northwest is discussed as a reality rather than a conspiracy theory. Reference is made to Dan Brown's latest book featuring these aircraft and their "whisper mode" technology. Technical difficulties with Skype are jokingly attributed to surveillance or excessive bandwidth usage.

Keywords: [black helicopters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-helicopters.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [dan brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dan-brown.md), [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Rock Balancing, Stinson Beach, and New Age Trends (1:51–6:12)

A visit to Stinson Beach revealed a growing trend of rock balancing, a practice where individuals stack stones in Zen-like states. This phenomenon, previously observed in Formentera, Spain, is linked to New Age movements and the "Age of Aquarius." Historical references to the practice date back to newspaper articles from 1994 and 2001 in Santa Cruz and Los Angeles.

Keywords: rock balancing, stinson beach, [formentera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/formentera.md), [age of aquarius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/age-of-aquarius.md), [new age](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-age.md), [marin county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marin-county.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/2.md)

### 3. District 9 Movie Review, South African Aliens, and Prawns (6:14–14:57)

The science fiction film District 9 receives a highly negative review despite its acclaimed cinematography and special effects. The plot involves a million aliens stranded in a Johannesburg ghetto known as District 9, where they are derogatorily called "prawns." The narrative's focus on a multinational company (MNU) managing a forced relocation to a concentration camp is criticized for being stomach-churning and gross.

Keywords: district 9, peter jackson, [johannesburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/johannesburg.md), [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), [science fiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science-fiction.md), [cinematography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cinematography.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, 2010 Nominees, and ABBA (14:58–22:41)

The 2010 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees are criticized for moving away from traditional rock genres. Nominees including ABBA, Donna Summer, and LL Cool J are cited as evidence that the institution has "jumped the shark." The transition of the induction ceremony from an intimate industry dinner at the Waldorf Astoria to a televised event at Madison Square Garden is noted as a negative shift.

Keywords: [rock and roll hall of fame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame.md), [abba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abba.md), [kiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kiss.md), [ll cool j](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ll-cool-j.md), [madison square garden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madison-square-garden.md), [donna summer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donna-summer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Health Care Reform, PHRMA, and Pharmaceutical Shilling (22:43–26:13)

An investigation into the website factsaboutreform.org reveals it is sponsored by Americans for Stable Quality & Care, which is backed by the pharmaceutical lobby PHRMA. Member companies include Amgen, AstraZeneca, and Merck. This connection suggests that the executive branch's health care talking points are heavily influenced by the pharmaceutical industry through a quid pro quo arrangement.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [health care reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-care-reform.md), phrma, [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md), [lobbying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbying.md), [quid pro quo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quid-pro-quo.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Rush Limbaugh, Black Enough To Criticize, and Discontent (26:13–32:05)

A satirical audio clip from the EIB Network titled "Black Enough To Criticize The President" addresses economic discontent and unemployment in urban communities. The segment highlights the reaction of a former Black Panther and NAACP member to the clip's message regarding the lack of jobs. The discussion explores the growing frustration with the administration's focus on healthcare over economic stability.

Keywords: [rush limbaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rush-limbaugh.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), eib network, [naacp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naacp.md), [black panthers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-panthers.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Swine Flu, Canadian Indian Tribes, and Body Bags (32:10–36:04)

Reports from Canada indicate that the government sent body bags instead of medical supplies to First Nation tribes in Manitoba during a swine flu outbreak. This action has caused significant suspicion among indigenous communities regarding the government's intentions. Cases of H1N1 were confirmed in isolated Ontario reserves as early as June 2009, leading to claims of "seeding" the virus.

Keywords: [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md), [manitoba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manitoba.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [first nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-nations.md), [body bags](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-bags.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Flu Fighters, Vaccine Profiteering, and Sanjay Gupta (36:05–43:17)

The commercialization of the H1N1 pandemic is examined through services like "Flu Fighters" in the UK, which market vaccinations to businesses to reduce absenteeism. CNN's Sanjay Gupta is criticized for his reporting on contracting swine flu in Afghanistan, which is viewed as a propaganda tool to encourage mass vaccination. The discussion advocates for antivirals like Tamiflu or Relenza over the squalene-adjuvanted vaccine.

Keywords: flu fighters, [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [sanjay gupta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanjay-gupta.md), [tamiflu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tamiflu.md), [relenza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/relenza.md), [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Patriot Act, Beauty Bomber, and Homemade Explosives (43:20–48:19)

The arrest of Najibullah Zazie, dubbed the "Beauty Bomber," is linked to the upcoming expiration of the Patriot Act. Authorities used CCTV footage of Zazie purchasing large quantities of hair bleach and nail polish remover to allege a terror plot. The segment questions the feasibility of creating significant explosives from these household chemicals and suggests the case is being used to justify extending government surveillance powers.

Keywords: [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md), najibullah zazie, acetone, [hydrogen peroxide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydrogen-peroxide.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [mythbusters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mythbusters.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/9.md)

### 10. TSA Security, Fluid Restrictions, and Laptop Inspections (48:20–51:53)

Inconsistencies in TSA security screenings are highlighted through personal anecdotes of traveling with prohibited quantities of hair products and complex electronic equipment. While a 125ml bottle of hair product was ignored by screeners, laptops are strictly scrutinized. One traveler successfully transported an "Atom-based" Linux computer in a metal chassis without it being flagged or removed from the bag.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [airport security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md), bumble and bumble, atom processor, [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), [x-ray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/x-ray.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Iran Nuclear Program, Weapons Inspectors, and Clifton Maloney (51:55–54:24)

The rhetoric surrounding Iran's nuclear program is compared to the lead-up to the Iraq War, specifically the use of unverified intelligence regarding weapons of mass destruction. The sudden death of former Goldman Sachs VP Clifton Maloney in Tibet is mentioned as a suspicious event, with speculation that he may have possessed inconvenient information regarding high-frequency trading.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [weapons of mass destruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weapons-of-mass-destruction.md), clifton maloney, [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [tibet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tibet.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Israel Missile Defense, Juniper Cobra, and Military Exercises (54:26–57:13)

The arrival of U.S. Navy ships in Israel for the "Juniper Cobra" joint exercise is viewed as a precursor to potential military action against Iran. The exercise involves the Arrow, THAAD, and Aegis missile defense systems. The timing of these military drills is compared to historical "exercises" that occurred simultaneously with major events like 9/11 and the July 7th London bombings.

Keywords: [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), juniper cobra, [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md), aegis, arrow missile, [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Najibullah Zazie, Supermax Prison, and Entrapment Theories (57:13–1:03:23)

The Najibullah Zazie terror case is scrutinized as a potential intelligence operation involving an operative rather than a legitimate threat. The visual of a man in a turban buying peroxide with a shopping cart is described as "outrageously stupid." Speculation is offered that Zazie will be moved to a Supermax prison in Colorado or quietly released once the Patriot Act is extended.

Keywords: najibullah zazie, [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), supermax, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [entrapment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entrapment.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Fox News, Anchorwomen Skirts, and Media Manipulation (1:03:23–1:09:13)

A theory is presented that Fox News uses the physical appearance of its female anchors, specifically short skirts and leggy displays, to hypnotize and manipulate its audience. The "Acorn" controversy and the involvement of Andrew Breitbart are characterized as staged events designed to keep the public occupied with partisan bickering while maintaining high ratings through visual stimulation.

Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), roger murdoch, [acorn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acorn.md), [breitbart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breitbart.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [homer simpson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homer-simpson.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Sydney Red Dust, Comet NEAT, and Magnetic Pole Shift (1:09:15–1:15:58)

Sydney, Australia, was blanketed in a massive red dust storm, which some attribute to the tail of Comet NEAT and intense solar winds. NASA's discovery of a large breach in Earth's magnetic field is discussed in relation to a potential magnetic pole reversal. The event is linked to ancient myths regarding the "dragon's tail" and the "Dawning of the Age of Aquarius."

Keywords: [sydney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sydney.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), comet neat, [magnetic poles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/magnetic-poles.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), solar wind

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Gold Prices, Global Donations, and Oklahoma City Bombing (1:15:58–1:22:39)

A prediction is made that gold will exceed $1,500 per ounce within a year due to the declining value of the US dollar. The segment transitions into acknowledging global donations from Zurich, Scotland, and the Netherlands. A brief mention is made of the Oklahoma City bombing as a significant conspiracy topic for future exploration.

Keywords: [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [zurich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zurich.md), [edinburgh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edinburgh.md), [oklahoma city bombing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oklahoma-city-bombing.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Las Vegas Meetup Cancellation and Show Logistics (1:22:40–1:24:43)

The planned listener dinner in Las Vegas is officially canceled due to insufficient sign-ups and missed booking deadlines. The hosts discuss the impact of inflation on the value of small donations and the logistical challenges of organizing live events. Listeners are encouraged to continue supporting the show through the website to offset rising costs.

Keywords: [las vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/las-vegas.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [currency exchange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency-exchange.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Roman Polanski Arrest, Switzerland, and Legal History (1:24:44–1:27:42)

Director Roman Polanski was arrested in Zurich, Switzerland, at the request of the United States regarding a 1977 child molestation case. The arrest is viewed as unusual given Polanski's decades of free movement in Europe and Switzerland's typical independence. Speculation suggests the arrest may be linked to recent pressure on Swiss banks by the IRS to disclose American account holders.

Keywords: [roman polanski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roman-polanski.md), [zurich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zurich.md), [switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md), [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [extradition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extradition.md), [child molestation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-molestation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Sibel Edmonds, FBI Whistleblower, and Turkish Corruption (1:27:43–1:29:21)

An interview with FBI whistleblower Sibel Edmonds in The American Conservative exposes deep-seated corruption and espionage involving Turkey, Israel, and Saudi Arabia. Edmonds, a former Farsi translator, details how information and money flow through the Rand Corporation and members of Congress. The segment highlights her previous status as the "most gagged woman in America."

Keywords: [sibel edmonds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sibel-edmonds.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), [rand corporation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-corporation.md), american conservative

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/19.md)

### 20. G20 Pittsburgh, Acoustic Weapons, and Rainbow Children (1:29:21–1:33:51)

During the G20 summit in Pittsburgh, police utilized a Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) sound cannon to disperse protesters, marking a significant use of acoustic weaponry on American citizens. The summit is criticized for its messaging regarding a global economic unit. The show concludes with a lighthearted discussion about "rainbow children" and the importance of positive thinking amidst societal decay.

Keywords: [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [pittsburgh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pittsburgh.md), [lrad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lrad.md), acoustic weapon, [police](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police.md), rainbow children

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/134-fox-news-babes/chapter/20.md)

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