# Space Wake > Fourteen years of media deconstruction culminate in an analysis of institutional decay, from the Rust movie set tragedy to state-sanctioned social segregation in New Zealand. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 1393 - **Published:** 2021-10-24 - **Length:** 3h 20m - **Topics:** Rust shooting, G-Trade, [Truth Social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md), Silicon Shield, [Value for Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), Polexit, [Bomb cyclone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bomb-cyclone.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake ## About this episode Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak celebrate the fourteenth anniversary of the No Agenda podcast by deconstructing the institutional surrender of modern media. Journalist Lara Logan joins Gutfeld! to argue that political agendas are intentionally prioritizing border chaos to erode public trust in the FBI and DOJ. Meanwhile, actor Alec Baldwin faces intense scrutiny following the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the Rust movie set in Santa Fe, sparking a debate over firearm chain of custody and production liability. President Joe Biden faces criticism following a CNN Town Hall marked by cognitive lapses and a controversial pledge to defend Taiwan, a move that contradicts long-standing strategic ambiguity. In New Zealand, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirms the implementation of a two-tier society through vaccine certificates, while the Journal of the American Medical Association reports that state vaccine lotteries in Ohio and North Carolina failed to increase uptake. Legal battles intensify as the Southern District of New York reviews allegations that a secret Google team named G-Trade manipulated digital advertising auctions to front-run competitors. This anniversary special features a deep dive into the Value for Value model and the evolution of listener-funded knighthoods. The hosts brainstorm a potential No Agenda branded box wine titled Woke Wine while reviewing global producer reports from the glaciers of Iceland to the drought-stricken farms of the American Midwest. Longtime listeners and Executive Producers Catherine Girard and Jim Schneeberger receive professional credits for their significant contributions to the fourteenth year of media deconstruction. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/transcript.md. ### 1. No Agenda Podcast Fourteenth Anniversary History and Evolution (0:00–11:33) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak celebrate the 14th anniversary of the No Agenda podcast, reflecting on the show's origins and the development of the "Value for Value" funding model. They recount the evolution of listener credits, including the creation of knighthoods and executive producer titles, which were later imitated by other podcasters like Jason Calacanis. The hosts credit their audience for developing show tropes and maintaining the program's longevity through direct support. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [knighthoods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthoods.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Lara Logan Criticizes Media Narratives and Institutional Surrender (11:34–14:22) Journalist Lara Logan appeared on Gutfeld! to discuss the disconnect between media narratives and reality regarding the U.S. southern border and gender identity. Logan argued that political agendas prioritize chaos to force citizens into surrendering their trust in institutions like the FBI and DOJ. The hosts debate whether the media's shift toward "woke" perspectives is a sincere ideological move or a calculated scheme to retain influence. Keywords: [lara logan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lara-logan.md), [greg gutfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-gutfeld.md), [southern border](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-border.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [doj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doj.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Netflix Employee Walkout and Transgender Content Funding Demands (14:22–17:45) A walkout at Netflix involving employees protesting Dave Chappelle's comedy special is characterized as a financial shakedown rather than a purely ideological protest. Internal organizers reportedly demanded more funding for pro-trans messaging and documentaries in the name of equity. The discussion highlights claims that the protest was a tactic to secure production budgets for specific niche projects within the streaming platform. Keywords: [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [dave chappelle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dave-chappelle.md), trans walkout, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [equity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/equity.md), streaming content [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/3.md) ### 4. No Agenda Production Philosophy and Ad-Libbed Format (17:46–20:12) The hosts explain their unique production philosophy, which involves zero pre-show communication or scripted segments to maintain a "real" and lively atmosphere. They criticize the mainstream media's use of pre-interviews, arguing that such rehearsals ruin the authenticity of the final product. This professional tactic relies on their shared history and ability to react to information in real-time without in-studio producers. Keywords: [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [pre-interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-interview.md), [ad-lib](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-lib.md), production tactics, [media deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-deconstruction.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Alec Baldwin Rust Movie Set Shooting Investigation (20:15–30:43) Actor Alec Baldwin is scrutinized following the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film Rust in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The hosts analyze the chain of custody for the firearm, noting that Baldwin, as the person holding the weapon, bears ultimate responsibility for the discharge. They also address viral conspiracy theories involving the victim's husband and legal firm, while debating the technical details of the antique revolver used in the incident. Keywords: [alec baldwin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alec-baldwin.md), halyna hutchins, [santa fe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-fe.md), [manslaughter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manslaughter.md), armorer, [daily mail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-mail.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Donald Trump Launches Truth Social and Mastodon Licensing Dispute (30:43–36:37) Former President Donald Trump announced the launch of Truth Social, a new social media platform intended to rival Big Tech companies. The platform faced immediate scrutiny for using Mastodon's open-source code while initially claiming the software was proprietary, leading to threats of legal action over license violations. The project is reportedly funded by a SPAC valued at approximately $850 million, though skeptics question the team's technical ability to scale the network. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [truth social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [activitypub](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/activitypub.md), [spac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spac.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Google G-Trade Team and Digital Advertising Antitrust Litigation (36:37–39:41) A lawsuit filed in the Southern District of New York alleges that a secret team inside Google called "G-Trade" manipulated advertising prices and engaged in front-running. The litigation suggests Google used its Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) system to track users and colluded with Facebook to fix prices in the digital ad exchange. These documents claim Google frequently won bids even when they were not the highest bidder, potentially defrauding advertisers. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), g-trade, [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [southern district of new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-district-of-new-york.md), amp, [digital advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-advertising.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Alternative Search Engines and Brave Browser Origins (39:42–43:03) The hosts discuss their shift away from Google Search toward privacy-focused alternatives like DuckDuckGo, Neva, and Brave Search. They recount the history of Brave founder Brendan Eich, who was ousted from Mozilla after a controversy regarding a political donation. The conversation covers the technical merits of different search indexes and the difficulty of completely abandoning Google's mapping and localized services. Keywords: [duckduckgo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duckduckgo.md), neva, brave search, [mozilla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mozilla.md), [brendan eich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brendan-eich.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen and January 6th Allegations (43:04–49:36) Leaked internal documents from whistleblower Frances Haugen form the basis of a media consortium report alleging Facebook enabled the January 6th Capitol riot. The documents suggest Facebook's crackdown on "Stop the Steal" groups was piecemeal and that the company prioritized growth over safety. The hosts suggest the intense media focus on Facebook is driven by traditional media's desire to reclaim the $85 billion in advertising revenue currently going to the social media giant. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [frances haugen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frances-haugen.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), stop the steal, [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Steve Bannon Contempt of Congress Vote and Executive Privilege (49:37–52:53) The House of Representatives voted to hold former Trump advisor Steve Bannon in contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with subpoenas from the January 6th investigative committee. Bannon has cited executive privilege as his reason for non-compliance, leading to a legal debate over the legislative body's investigative powers. The hosts discuss the political optics of the situation and the potential for Bannon to face jail time in an "orange jumpsuit." Keywords: [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), [contempt of congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contempt-of-congress.md), [january 6 committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6-committee.md), [executive privilege](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-privilege.md), [subpoena](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subpoena.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Jacinda Ardern Confirms Two-Tier Society in New Zealand (52:54–55:28) New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern acknowledged in an interview that the implementation of vaccine certificates effectively creates two different classes of citizens. Ardern stated that the system is designed to give vaccinated individuals the "confidence" to return to hospitality and events by ensuring they are only around other vaccinated people. The hosts criticize this policy as a form of state-sanctioned social segregation. Keywords: [jacinda ardern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacinda-ardern.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), vaccine certificates, [hospitality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hospitality.md), [segregation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/segregation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Failure of State Vaccine Lotteries and Financial Incentives (55:29–57:41) Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) indicates that COVID-19 vaccine lotteries in states like Ohio and North Carolina had a "near zero" effect on increasing vaccination rates. Despite the million-dollar prizes and scholarships offered, vaccination trends remained stable. The hosts mock the media's reaction to the findings and the government's insistence on trying new "quippy" tactics to drive compliance. Keywords: [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md), [vaccine lottery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-lottery.md), [jama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jama.md), [public health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-health.md), [incentives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incentives.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Resistance to Vaccine Mandates in FDNY and US Navy (57:41–1:00:59) New York City firefighters and U.S. Navy personnel are actively resisting vaccine mandates, with the FDNY warning of potential firehouse closures due to low compliance. The First Liberty Institute is representing 40 Navy SEALs who claim their religious exemption requests are being summarily denied or used as grounds for harassment. Legal experts argue that while the Department of Defense has the authority to issue mandates, it must still comply with the First Amendment and federal law regarding exemptions. Keywords: [fdny](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fdny.md), [us navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-navy.md), [navy seals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy-seals.md), [religious exemption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-exemption.md), [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), first liberty institute [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Local Pushback Against Mandates in Oklahoma and Chicago (1:00:59–1:05:43) The Oklahoma City Police Department dropped its vaccine mandate for new recruits to boost hiring, while in Chicago, aldermen are moving to repeal Mayor Lori Lightfoot's executive mandates. A group of Illinois parents has also filed a lawsuit against 150 school districts challenging Governor JB Pritzker's mask and quarantine policies. The discussion highlights the growing friction between local executive powers and legislative bodies or parental groups. Keywords: [oklahoma city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oklahoma-city.md), [lori lightfoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lori-lightfoot.md), chicago city council, [mask mandates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mask-mandates.md), [jb pritzker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jb-pritzker.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Joe Biden CNN Town Hall and Cognitive Health Concerns (1:05:44–1:10:02) President Joe Biden's recent CNN Town Hall in Baltimore is analyzed for its numerous gaffes and moments of apparent confusion. The hosts discuss viral clips of the President's physical posture and indecipherable comments, suggesting the event may have been intended to demonstrate his perceived cognitive decline. They also note the lack of public demand for the town hall and its poor television ratings against scheduled football games. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [town hall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/town-hall.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [25th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/25th-amendment.md), [gaffes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffes.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Biden Statements on Taiwan Defense and the Silicon Shield (1:10:03–1:15:29) During the CNN Town Hall, President Biden claimed the U.S. has a commitment to defend Taiwan if attacked by China, a statement that contradicts the official policy of "strategic ambiguity." The hosts discuss the "Silicon Shield" theory, which posits that Taiwan's semiconductor manufacturing dominance protects it from invasion. However, they cite a producer's insight that the actual processing equipment is largely controlled by U.S., Singaporean, and Dutch firms like ASML. Keywords: [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), taiwan relations act, [semiconductors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semiconductors.md), [asml](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asml.md), silicon shield [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Biden Childcare Rambles and Historical Health Insurance Claims (1:15:30–1:20:12) President Biden used a personal anecdote about his father losing health insurance in the 1950s to justify new childcare and eldercare direct payments. The hosts dispute the historical accuracy of the story, noting that employer-based health insurance as it exists today was not a standard concept in the early 50s. They argue the "Build Back Better" initiatives are essentially a bet on printing money to fund government-dependent social structures. Keywords: [child tax credit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-tax-credit.md), [health insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-insurance.md), [richard nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md), [build back better](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/build-back-better.md), [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Infrastructure Proposals and Underground Wiring Costs (1:20:13–1:24:12) President Biden proposed building infrastructure "higher" and moving power lines underground to prevent wildfires and withstand extreme weather. The hosts point out the "exponential" cost and technical difficulty of burying high-voltage lines in rural or mountainous terrain. They characterize the President's rhetoric as a mix of simplistic slogans and neuro-linguistic programming tricks like repeatedly telling the audience to "think about it." Keywords: [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md), undergrounding, [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Labor Strikes and Reported Vaccine Adverse Events (1:24:14–1:25:54) John Deere workers and GE electricians have initiated strikes over profit-sharing and corporate policies. Simultaneously, a report surfaced regarding a Chicago police officer who allegedly died shortly after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine, with the death investigation noting the vaccination despite pre-existing conditions. The hosts discuss how these incidents are being handled by local authorities and the potential impact on public perception of mandates. Keywords: [john deere](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-deere.md), [ge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ge.md), [chicago police](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago-police.md), vaccine death, [labor strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-strike.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Global Glyphosate Shortage and Agricultural Price Gouging (1:25:55–1:30:54) The price of Roundup herbicide has tripled in four months, leading to a severe shortage for farmers and golf course managers. While industry experts cite Hurricane Ida's impact on a Bayer plant in Louisiana and energy shortages in China, the hosts suggest the crisis may be a form of price gouging by monopolies. They express concern for farmers who have become dependent on "Roundup Ready" crops and now face unsustainable input costs. Keywords: [glyphosate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glyphosate.md), [roundup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundup.md), [bayer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bayer.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [hurricane ida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-ida.md), china energy crisis [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Wine Industry Glass Shortage and Woke Box Wine Concept (1:30:56–1:39:16) A reported glass bottle shortage is threatening the 2021 wine vintage, as wineries struggle to secure specialized containers. This leads the hosts into a lengthy tangent about launching a "No Agenda" branded box wine, potentially titled "Woke Wine." They brainstorm marketing strategies for "Artisan Boxed Wine" and "Shard" (Chardonnay), discussing the logistics of specialized bottling equipment and the potential for a "lease-to-own" domain name. Keywords: [wine industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wine-industry.md), glass shortage, box wine, franzia, [woke wine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woke-wine.md), [branding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/branding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Value for Value Model and Listener Art Gallery (1:39:17–1:47:22) The hosts thank the "Troll Room" and the broader producer community for their contributions to the show's infrastructure, including the No Agenda Social Mastodon instance and the Art Generator. They review listener-submitted album art for the previous episode, "Trans Noodle," and discuss the autonomous nature of the show's various community-run websites. The segment emphasizes the "Value for Value" model where listeners provide technical talent and creative assets in exchange for the content. Keywords: [troll room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troll-room.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Executive Producer Donations and Anniversary Knightings (1:47:23–1:58:10) A series of high-value donations are read to celebrate the 14th anniversary, including a $1,395 contribution from Catherine Girard and $1,000 from Jim Schneeberger. Donors request "Jobs Karma" and specific meals at the show's metaphorical "Round Table," such as Korean bulgogi and National Bohemian beer. The hosts also discuss a theory that AI transcription services misspell John Dvorak's name because of an Indian city named Jhansi. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), bulgogi, [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), national bohemian, [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Global Producer Reports from Iceland and Washington State (1:58:12–2:04:32) Josh the Glacier Guide provides a "Boots on the Ground" report from Iceland, claiming that glacier retreat is within natural cycles and not as catastrophic as media reports suggest. Other producers contribute donations to support religious exemptions from vaccine mandates and promote local meetups. The segment highlights the international reach of the show's audience and their role in providing localized news updates. Keywords: [iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [glaciers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glaciers.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), ario vape, religious exemptions, [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/24.md) ### 25. FDA Vaccine Labeling and Legal Distinction Debate (2:04:35–2:11:05) The hosts examine an FDA footnote stating that while the licensed Pfizer vaccine (Comirnaty) and the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) version have the same formulation, they are "legally distinct." This leads to a discussion about the potential reasons for this distinction, ranging from liability protections to more conspiratorial theories about "self-assembling nanotechnology." They emphasize the confusing nature of the government's official documentation regarding vaccine approval. Keywords: [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [comirnaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comirnaty.md), [emergency use authorization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-use-authorization.md), legal distinction, [5g](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/5g.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Anniversary Donation Totals and Professional Credits (2:11:05–2:19:33) The final block of anniversary donations includes contributions from "Bernie of the Yummy Gummies" and a 105th birthday shout-out for Gertrude Jositis. The hosts reiterate that these executive producer credits are legitimate for use on professional CVs and LinkedIn profiles. They thank the "birthing persons" (mothers) in the audience for their increasing role in show research and community support. Keywords: [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [associate executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producers.md), [imdb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imdb.md), [linkedin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linkedin.md), 105th birthday [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Bomb Cyclone Weather Events and Chief Heat Officers (2:19:34–2:26:01) A "bomb cyclone" and "atmospheric river" are forecast to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to the U.S. West Coast. The hosts discuss the cyclical nature of California weather and a new BBC report from 18 U.S. intelligence agencies linking climate change to global instability. Additionally, they note the appointment of Africa's first "Chief Heat Officer" in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to manage rising temperatures. Keywords: [bomb cyclone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bomb-cyclone.md), [atmospheric river](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atmospheric-river.md), [sierra leone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sierra-leone.md), freetown, chief heat officer, [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Fox Weather Launch and Greta Thunberg's Climate Concert (2:26:02–2:29:40) Fox News is launching a 24-hour weather channel, which climate researchers fear will spread misinformation. Meanwhile, Greta Thunberg appeared at a climate concert ahead of COP26 in Glasgow, where she performed a duet of Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up." The hosts mock the performance and the perceived hypocrisy of the high carbon footprint associated with large-scale climate awareness concerts. Keywords: fox weather, [greta thunberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-thunberg.md), [cop26](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop26.md), rick astley, [carbon footprint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-footprint.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Saudi Arabia Net Zero Goals and Taliban Diplomacy in Moscow (2:29:40–2:33:49) Saudi Arabia announced a goal to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2060, a move the hosts attribute to "ESG" (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investment requirements. In diplomatic news, Russia hosted talks with the Taliban involving China, Pakistan, Iran, and India to discuss the "new reality" in Afghanistan. The U.S. notably skipped the Moscow meeting, citing scheduling conflicts. Keywords: [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [net zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-zero.md), [esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [moscow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/29.md) ### 30. NBA China Controversy and Space Debris Incidents (2:33:50–2:38:37) NBA player Enes Kanter criticized the Chinese government regarding Tibet, leading to the removal of Boston Celtics games from Chinese media. In space news, fireballs seen over nine U.S. states were identified as a recently launched Russian spy satellite burning up upon re-entry. The hosts also discuss reports of Chinese "anti-satellite" weapons designed to detonate inside the exhaust nozzles of orbiting craft. Keywords: enes kanter, [tibet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tibet.md), celtics, [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), russian satellite, fireballs [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Al-Qaeda Resurgence Claims and Syria Air Strikes (2:38:38–2:41:05) U.S. Central Command reported killing a senior Al-Qaeda leader, Abdul Hamid al-Matar, in an air strike in northwest Syria. The hosts question the sudden reappearance of Al-Qaeda branding in military reports, noting that the group was previously thought to be largely replaced by ISIS. The strike followed a coordinated attack on a U.S. military base in southern Syria that resulted in no casualties. Keywords: [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), central command, air strike [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Poland Challenges EU Legal Supremacy and Polexit Rumors (2:41:05–2:45:12) Poland's High Court ruled that Polish national law supersedes European Union law, sparking a major constitutional crisis within the bloc. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed deep concern, while rumors of a "Polexit" began to circulate. The hosts discuss Poland's reluctance to adopt the Euro and the potential for the country to form a united front with Hungary against EU mandates. Keywords: [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [ursula von der leyen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ursula-von-der-leyen.md), [sovereignty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereignty.md), [zloty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zloty.md), polexit [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Border Militia Patrols and the Patriots for America (2:45:13–2:48:13) Citizen militias, such as Patriots for America, have resumed patrols along the Texas-Mexico border in response to a surge in migrant crossings. Organizers claim border communities feel disenfranchised and unsafe, leading volunteers to funnel migrants toward law enforcement. The hosts compare this to similar movements during the Obama administration, suggesting the current border situation is a "simulation on repeat." Keywords: [texas border](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-border.md), [militia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/militia.md), patriots for america, [migrants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migrants.md), dps [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Chris Matthews and Mike Morell Intelligence Debate (2:48:16–2:51:56) A throwback clip from MSNBC features Chris Matthews aggressively questioning former CIA briefer Mike Morell about the faulty intelligence used to justify the Iraq War. Matthews accused the agency of allowing the Bush administration to misrepresent facts to the public. The hosts reflect on Matthews' eventual departure from the network and Chuck Schumer's famous warning that the intelligence community has "six ways from Sunday" to retaliate against critics. Keywords: [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [mike morell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-morell.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [chuck schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-schumer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Final Anniversary Donor Roll and Vaccine Injury Report (2:51:57–2:59:34) The show concludes its 14th-anniversary celebration with a final list of donors, including a $154 contribution from Adrian Rambos. A "black balls" update is provided regarding a Vermont brick mason who reportedly suffered a severe adverse reaction to the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The hosts thank the audience for 14 years of support and look forward to the start of their 15th year of media deconstruction. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [johnson & johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/johnson-johnson.md), [vaccine injury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-injury.md), [14th anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/14th-anniversary.md), [vermont](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vermont.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1393-space-wake/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Birthday Announcements and Global Meetup Schedule (2:59:35–3:05:33) The hosts read a long list of listener birthdays and announce upcoming No Agenda meetups in locations ranging from Chicago to Macau. They emphasize that these events are entirely producer-led and serve as a way for listeners to connect in person. The segment highlights the "super-spreading" of the show's community and encourages new listeners to find or start their own local chapters. 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