# Pro-Rape Republicans

> A legislative battle over corporate rape shields highlights a week of regulatory capture at the SEC and the rising cost of the Afghanistan war.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 140
- **Published:** 2009-10-18
- **Length:** 1h 38m
- **Topics:** KBR rape case, [Goldman Sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [Tony Blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [Gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), SEC enforcement, Afghanistan fuel
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans

## About this episode

Thirty Republican senators voted against an amendment by Senator Al Franken that prevents federal contractors from forcing sexual assault victims into private arbitration. The legislative move follows the case of Jamie Lee Jones, a KBR employee who was allegedly drugged, gang-raped by colleagues in Iraq, and subsequently locked in a shipping container. The hosts analyze the corporate legal shields that strip employees of their right to seek redress in court for violent crimes.

Goldman Sachs executive Adam Storch has been appointed as the first Chief Operating Officer of the SEC Enforcement Division, a move critics compare to hiring a burglar for security. Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner continues to staff his department with unconfirmed advisors from Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, including Gene Sperling and Lee Sachs. In Europe, Tony Blair positions himself for the permanent EU presidency as the Lisbon Treaty nears ratification, sparking claims from evangelist Jimmy DeYoung that Blair represents a biblical prophecy of a revived Roman Empire. Domestically, the FDA approved Merck’s Gardasil vaccine for boys, while the Pentagon reported that transporting fuel to Afghanistan has reached a staggering cost of $400 per gallon.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak deconstruct the BBC’s decision to sanitize the Humpty Dumpty nursery rhyme for the CBeebies channel to ensure a happy ending. The duo also knighted Cary Lutz following a thousand-dollar donation to the No Agenda Quango. Between critiques of Bill Maher’s HBO season finale and the TSA’s new laptop bag policies, the hosts maintain their listener-supported model to avoid the corporate influence of the pharmaceutical and financial sectors.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/transcript.md.

### 1. No Agenda Episode 140 Introduction, Monday-Wednesday-Friday Schedule Proposal (0:01–1:42)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 140 of the No Agenda show on October 18, 2009. They discuss a potential move to a three-day-a-week broadcasting schedule on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Dvorak notes that for many listeners, the show serves as a form of "church" or a regular ritual.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [podcast schedule](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-schedule.md), news geek

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Executive Producer Shane Brady, Vegan-in-Residence Donation (1:43–3:30)

Shane Brady is named the executive producer for the episode after donating $101.50, narrowly beating out another donor. The hosts designate Brady as their first "vegan-in-residence" based in Plattsburgh, Missouri. They discuss the competitive nature of the executive producer title and the specific donation amounts required to secure it.

Keywords: shane brady, [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [vegan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vegan.md), plattsburgh missouri

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/2.md)

### 3. News Geek Review, No Agenda Mission Statement (3:31–5:18)

A review of the show in News Geek describes the hosts as cynical and elitist gentlemen who despise the media, government, and large corporations. The review highlights their "agnostic moral code" and sense of duty in spreading news as they see it. The hosts reflect on this characterization and the idea of the show functioning as an organized religion for its audience.

Keywords: news geek, [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md), cynical, elitist, agnostic moral code

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Adam Storch Named SEC COO, Goldman Sachs Influence (5:19–9:50)

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appointed Goldman Sachs executive Adam Storch as the first Chief Operating Officer of its enforcement division. This move follows the agency's failure to detect Bernard Madoff's Ponzi scheme. Critics compare the appointment to putting a "burglar in charge of security," noting the deep ties between Wall Street firms and regulatory bodies.

Keywords: adam storch, [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [bernard madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernard-madoff.md), robert kusami

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Saturday Night Movie Theater Etiquette, Where the Wild Things Are (9:51–10:44)

A personal anecdote describes a frustrating experience at a Saturday night screening of "Where the Wild Things Are." The account details disruptive behavior from other patrons, including snoring, loud talking, and a parent allowing a child to run through the aisles. The experience leads to a recommendation to avoid movie theaters on weekend nights.

Keywords: [movie theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-theater.md), where the wild things are, [etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etiquette.md), saturday night, [cinema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cinema.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/5.md)

### 6. PG Tips Tea Bags, American Market Packaging (10:44–12:34)

A discussion regarding PG Tips tea bags reveals that the brand has created specific packaging for the American market that includes strings and tags. The packaging instructions suggest a "delicious brew fit for a monkey," which the hosts interpret as a joke or a slight against American consumers. The segment mentions seeing these bags at Leo Laporte's studio.

Keywords: [pg tips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pg-tips.md), tea bags, american market, pyramid bag, [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Harrods Gold Bars, Lead Investment Trends (12:34–14:08)

Harrods department store in London has begun selling physical gold bars as gold prices reach approximately $1,070 per ounce. The conversation shifts to the rising value of lead, which has outperformed gold as an investment due to its use in batteries and ammunition. The hosts contrast the utility of lead with the speculative nature of precious metals.

Keywords: [harrods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harrods.md), [gold bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold-bars.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [lead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lead.md), [precious metals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/precious-metals.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Bill Maher's Vaccine Stance, Real Time Season Finale (14:10–17:28)

Bill Maher's performance on the season finale of his HBO show is criticized for being "stuck" and disconnected from his audience. Maher's vocal opposition to the swine flu vaccine and his comments on special needs individuals are highlighted as points of contention. There is speculation regarding whether Maher will return for another season given his apparent lack of enthusiasm.

Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/8.md)

### 9. FDA Approves Gardasil for Boys, Merck Financial Interests (17:29–19:17)

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the Gardasil vaccine for use in boys and young men to prevent genital warts. The hosts argue this is a financial move by Merck to double their market share for the HPV vaccine. They frame the approval as part of a broader trend of the pharmaceutical and financial industries exerting control over the U.S. healthcare system.

Keywords: [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [hpv vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv-vaccine.md), [merck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merck.md), genital warts

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Tony Blair, President of Europe Ambitions (19:17–21:44)

Tony Blair is positioned to become the first permanent President of the European Council once the Lisbon Treaty is ratified. The discussion notes Blair's conversion to Catholicism and his re-emergence on the political stage after leaving the UK premiership in disgrace. The Czech Republic remains the final state needed to sign the treaty.

Keywords: [tony blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [lisbon treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [czech republic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/czech-republic.md), [catholicism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catholicism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Bible Prophecy, Tony Blair as the Antichrist (21:45–26:26)

Evangelist Jimmy DeYoung links Tony Blair's role in Middle East peace negotiations to Bible prophecies in the Book of Daniel regarding a revived Roman Empire. Some interpretations suggest the permanent EU presidency could be the seat of the Antichrist. The hosts discuss the cadence of evangelical preaching and the various modern translations of the Bible.

Keywords: jimmy deyoung, bible prophecy, [antichrist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antichrist.md), book of daniel, [roman empire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roman-empire.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/11.md)

### 12. VeriChip RFID Medical Implants, HealthLink Marketing (26:27–30:52)

HealthLink is marketing the VeriChip, a small RFID device embedded in the body to provide emergency rooms with immediate access to medical records. The marketing campaign uses statistics about medical errors to justify the need for permanent tracking. The hosts express skepticism regarding the security of the online databases used to store this sensitive health information.

Keywords: verichip, [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), healthlink, [medical records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-records.md), google health

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Al Franken's Anti-Rape Amendment, Republican Opposition (30:53–37:11)

Senator Al Franken introduced an amendment to a defense bill that prohibits federal contractors from forcing employees to resolve sexual assault claims through private arbitration. The amendment was inspired by Jamie Lee Jones, a KBR employee who was gang-raped in Iraq and prevented from suing. Thirty Republican senators voted against the amendment, drawing sharp criticism from the hosts.

Keywords: [al franken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-franken.md), [halliburton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/halliburton.md), [kbr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kbr.md), jamie lee jones, [us senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-senate.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Jamie Lee Jones Case, KBR Arbitration Clauses (37:13–42:20)

The story of Jamie Lee Jones is detailed, explaining how her employment contract with KBR stripped her of the right to seek redress in court after being drugged and raped by colleagues in Iraq. After reporting the crime, she was allegedly locked in a shipping container by the company. The segment highlights the broader issue of mandatory arbitration in corporate contracts.

Keywords: jamie lee jones, [kbr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kbr.md), [arbitration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arbitration.md), [sexual assault](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-assault.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Vivek Kundra, Virginia IT Outsourcing Audit (42:21–46:01)

A legislative audit in Virginia revealed that a $2 billion computer upgrade managed by Northrop Grumman has been plagued by disruptions and cost overruns. The hosts link the failure to Vivek Kundra and Anish Chopra, who held technology leadership roles in Virginia before joining the Obama administration. They criticize the practice of large-scale IT outsourcing to firms that fail to deliver.

Keywords: [vivek kundra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivek-kundra.md), [anish chopra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anish-chopra.md), [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), [northrop grumman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/northrop-grumman.md), [outsourcing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outsourcing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Afghanistan War Costs, $400 Per Gallon Gasoline (46:02–49:13)

Pentagon officials informed the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee that the fully burdened cost of a gallon of fuel in Afghanistan is approximately $400. This high price is attributed to the extreme logistical challenges and security requirements of transporting fuel to remote locations. The hosts discuss the strategic importance of pipelines in the region.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [fuel costs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fuel-costs.md), john murtha, [logistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logistics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Democratic Party War Policy, Vietnam Comparisons (49:13–51:47)

The hosts observe that prominent Democrats and celebrities like Alec Baldwin have adopted pro-war stances regarding Afghanistan and Pakistan. They compare the current escalation of conflict under President Obama to the Democratic Party's involvement in the Vietnam War under Kennedy and Johnson. They argue that both parties are now beholden to wealthy interests and the military-industrial complex.

Keywords: [alec baldwin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alec-baldwin.md), [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [foreign policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/17.md)

### 18. TSA Laptop Bag Policy, Traveler Rights (51:48–53:30)

The TSA has updated its policies to allow certain "checkpoint friendly" laptop sleeves to pass through X-ray machines without the computer being removed. Adam Curry plans to carry a printed copy of the TSA website to confront agents who may not be aware of the rule. The hosts discuss the general frustrations of dealing with airport security personnel.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [airport security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md), laptop bags, [travel tips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel-tips.md), [federal regulations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-regulations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/18.md)

### 19. 9/11 Investigation Referendum, WTC 7 Skepticism (53:31–56:08)

The New York State Supreme Court blocked a referendum supported by 80,000 voters that called for a new investigation into the September 11 attacks. The group NYC Ken, composed of victims' relatives and survivors, claims the original commission failed to answer key questions. The hosts specifically mention the collapse of World Trade Center 7 as a point of unresolved suspicion.

Keywords: [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), nyc ken, [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [wtc 7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wtc-7.md), [referendum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/referendum.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Donald Rumsfeld, Missing $2.3 Trillion Pentagon Funds (56:09–59:31)

On September 10, 2001, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld announced that the Pentagon could not account for $2.3 trillion in transactions. The hosts suggest a connection between this missing money and the destruction of World Trade Center 7, which housed records for the SEC and other agencies. They discuss the convenience of the records being destroyed the day after the announcement.

Keywords: [donald rumsfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-rumsfeld.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), missing money, [wtc 7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wtc-7.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Tim Geithner's Advisors, Goldman Sachs Ties (59:31–1:01:21)

Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner is criticized for employing top advisors who previously earned millions at firms like Goldman Sachs and Citigroup. These aides, including Gene Sperling and Lee Sachs, do not require Senate confirmation despite their significant influence on financial policy. The hosts argue this creates a conflict of interest where advisors profit from the policies they help create.

Keywords: [tim geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-geithner.md), [treasury department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treasury-department.md), [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [gene sperling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gene-sperling.md), lee sachs

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Swine Flu Indicators, Pigs Testing Positive in Minnesota (1:01:26–1:05:32)

The CDC reports widespread H1N1 activity across 41 states, with increasing hospitalizations. For the first time in the U.S., three pigs at the Minnesota State Fair tested positive for the virus, though they did not appear sick. The hosts suggest the "swine flu" label is being used to manipulate the pork industry and question the validity of testing asymptomatic animals.

Keywords: [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md), [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), minnesota state fair, [pork industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pork-industry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Pork Industry Economics, Market Manipulation Theories (1:05:33–1:08:01)

The hosts speculate that financial firms like Goldman Sachs may be using swine flu scares to manipulate the pork commodities market. They discuss how culling herds creates scarcity, driving prices up and allowing investors with "put" contracts or long positions to profit. They also suggest that farmers might receive government subsidies for destroyed livestock.

Keywords: pork bellies, [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [commodities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commodities.md), [subsidies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subsidies.md), [scarcity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scarcity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Florida Flu Triage Guidelines, Prison Vaccinations (1:08:02–1:11:41)

Florida health officials are developing guidelines that could bar patients with terminal illnesses from hospitals if facilities are overwhelmed by flu cases. Meanwhile, the Boston Herald reports that thousands of state inmates will receive H1N1 vaccinations before the general public. The hosts debate the ethics of prioritizing prisoners for medical care during a pandemic.

Keywords: [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [triage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/triage.md), [swine flu vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu-vaccine.md), [inmates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inmates.md), [boston herald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-herald.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/24.md)

### 25. German Vaccine Policy, Adjuvants and Elite Tiers (1:11:42–1:14:51)

In Germany, reports indicate that Chancellor Angela Merkel, the military, and government medical officials will receive H1N1 vaccines without adjuvants. In contrast, the general population is slated to receive 50 million doses of a vaccine containing adjuvants from GlaxoSmithKline. This perceived "two-tier" system has sparked controversy regarding the safety of the additives given to the public.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [adjuvants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adjuvants.md), [baxter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baxter.md), [glaxosmithkline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glaxosmithkline.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Humpty Dumpty Lyrics, BBC Nursery Rhyme Changes (1:14:55–1:17:30)

The BBC's CBeebies channel altered the lyrics of "Humpty Dumpty" to have a happy ending, claiming the original version was too distressing for children. Instead of being unable to put him together, the new version states the king's horses "made Humpty happy again." The hosts mock this trend of sanitizing classic stories to avoid upsetting young audiences.

Keywords: [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), humpty dumpty, nursery rhymes, [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), cbeebies

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/26.md)

### 27. National Endowment for the Arts, TV Service Propaganda (1:17:32–1:21:43)

A leaked memo and press releases from the Entertainment Industry Foundation reveal a coordinated effort to insert themes of "national service" into over 60 network television shows. This initiative, supported by the Obama administration and the NEA, focuses on education, health, and energy. The hosts view this as a form of state-sponsored media indoctrination.

Keywords: [nea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nea.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/service.md), entertainment industry foundation

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Obama and Bush Senior, Points of Light Institute (1:21:43–1:24:40)

President Obama recently spoke at George H.W. Bush's Points of Light Institute, praising the former president's commitment to service. The hosts analyze the speech as a display of bipartisan unity used to promote the "you will serve" agenda. They note the use of humor and specific rhetorical techniques to make the message of national service more palatable to the public.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md), points of light, [national service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-service.md), [nlp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nlp.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Zoom H2 Recorder, Media Deconstruction Tips (1:24:40–1:27:49)

The hosts recommend the Zoom H2 wave recorder as an affordable and high-quality tool for listeners to capture media clips for the show. They encourage the audience to monitor television programs for the "service" propaganda themes mentioned earlier. They explain how to connect the device to various audio sources to create digital copies of broadcasts.

Keywords: zoom h2, [audio recording](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-recording.md), [media analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-analysis.md), [ncis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ncis.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/29.md)

### 30. No Agenda Business Model, Advertising Criticism (1:27:50–1:29:29)

The hosts explain their refusal to take traditional advertising, citing the desire to remain uninfluenced by corporate interests. They criticize mainstream radio and cable news for their high ad-to-content ratios and the hypocrisy of hosts who attack industries that fund their programs. The No Agenda model relies entirely on listener donations to maintain editorial independence.

Keywords: [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [rush limbaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rush-limbaugh.md), [media independence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-independence.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Listener Donations, Executive Producer Credits (1:29:29–1:34:24)

A list of donors is read, including contributions from Daniel Scott, Jim Lunsford, and Simon Smith. The hosts acknowledge various donation amounts, some of which contain hidden meanings or "puns" like Jerry Brace's "Embraceware." They thank the "Gitmo Nation" for their financial support, which allows the show to continue without commercials.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [knights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knights.md)

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### 32. Knighting Ceremony, Cary Lutz Proclamation (1:34:25–1:36:04)

Cary Lutz is officially knighted following a $1,000 donation to the show. Adam Curry performs a formal proclamation with echo effects, elevating Lutz to the "Knights of the Round Table of the No Agenda Quango." The proclamation includes a pledge to stand against corruption and collectivism while defending the rights of the masses to consume media and pursue capitalism.

Keywords: cary lutz, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [ayn rand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayn-rand.md), [capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), quango

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/140-pro-rape-republicans/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Outro, Sunday Show Tradition, Sign-off (1:36:07–1:37:36)

The hosts conclude the episode by asking for listener feedback on the proposed Monday-Wednesday-Friday schedule versus the traditional Sunday "church" slot. They provide their website addresses and reiterate their appreciation for the donor-supported model. The show signs off from "Gitmo Nation West" in San Francisco and Silicon Valley.

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