# Sour Crude

> A massive release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve fails to cool the energy market while global leaders navigate supply chain chaos and shifting vaccine definitions.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1402
- **Published:** 2021-11-25
- **Length:** 3h 22m
- **Topics:** Oil Reserve, Peppa Pig, [DART Mission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dart-mission.md), Vaccine Durability, Turkish Lira, [Waukesha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waukesha.md), Retail Crime
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude

## About this episode

President Joe Biden released 50 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in a coordinated effort with India, Japan, and the UK to combat rising energy costs. Despite the historic move, Brent and WTI crude prices surged as market analysts questioned the political timing of the release. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm defended the administration's projections while admitting that predicting fuel costs remains more of an art than a science.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced sharp criticism from the BBC after a bizarre address to the CBI where he imitated engine noises and praised Peppa Pig World. Meanwhile, NASA launched the DART mission aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 to test asteroid redirection, and the James Webb Space Telescope faces naming controversies involving LGBTQ discrimination during the Truman era. In the legal sphere, the House Select Committee issued subpoenas to Roger Stone and Alex Jones regarding the January 6th Capitol investigation.

Dr. Anthony Fauci introduced the concept of vaccine durability to justify a shift toward a three-dose definition of being fully vaccinated. Pharmaceutical giants Pfizer and Moderna projected record-breaking annual revenues of $36 billion and $18 billion respectively as global mandates intensify. From the deployment of the Australian Defence Force in the Northern Territory to the Turkish Lira's collapse under President Erdogan, the global landscape remains in a state of high-stakes transition.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/transcript.md.

### 1. WTBS Superstation Concept, Podcast Holiday Schedule (0:00–3:07)

The hosts open the Thanksgiving broadcast from Texas and Silicon Valley, reflecting on the origins of their holiday production schedule. The strategy is modeled after Ted Turner’s WTBS Superstation, which counter-programmed major network time slots by starting movies five minutes late. This approach ensures content is available when traditional media and Hollywood go on hiatus.

Keywords: wtbs, superstation, [ted turner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-turner.md), holiday broadcast, television hiatus

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Friendsgiving Trends, Indigenous History, Thanksgiving Pronunciation (3:07–6:55)

A critique of modern "Friendsgiving" trends and cultural shifts regarding Thanksgiving traditions follows a clip from Grey's Anatomy regarding colonial history. The discussion covers the historical narrative of Native Americans teaching settlers to fish and farm, noting the linguistic shift toward the term "indigenous." A regional difference in the pronunciation of "Thanksgiving" is also noted.

Keywords: [friendsgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/friendsgiving.md), grey's anatomy, indigenous peoples, [pilgrims](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pilgrims.md), [pronunciation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pronunciation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Thanksgiving Menu Alternatives, Turkey Inflation, Family Secrets (6:56–10:09)

Rising costs and transitory inflation lead to a discussion about foregoing turkey for cheaper alternatives like Italian feasts or mac and cheese. One host reveals a family tradition of serving cioppino, a fish soup, because a family member dislikes the smell of turkey. Personal anecdotes regarding turkey-induced heartburn and the quality of heritage versus commercial birds are shared.

Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), cioppino, [mac and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mac-and-cheese.md), [heartburn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heartburn.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Today Show Analysis, Marlo Thomas, Harry Smith (10:09–13:04)

An analysis of the Today Show’s Thanksgiving broadcast highlights a segment featuring a cancer survivor meeting an Olympic trap shooter. The appearance of 83-year-old Marlo Thomas is noted, with observations on her longevity and voice. Reporter Harry Smith is praised for his physical condition and vocal delivery following his move from CBS to NBC in 2015.

Keywords: [today show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/today-show.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), marlo thomas, harry smith, trap shooting

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/4.md)

### 5. CNBC Personalities, Kelly Evans, Courtney Reagan (13:05–18:18)

CNBC anchor Kelly Evans is evaluated for her news delivery, posture, and facial expressions, with a comparison to the mannerisms of evangelist Robert Tilton. The discussion extends to her credentials as a scholar-athlete and her marriage to reporter Eric Chemi. Additional commentary focuses on Courtney Reagan’s expressiveness and a tangent regarding the physical traits of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm.

Keywords: [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), kelly evans, courtney reagan, robert tilton, [jennifer granholm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jennifer-granholm.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/5.md)

### 6. CBS Morning News, Milk Bar, Christina Tosi (18:18–20:40)

CBS is criticized for a segment promoting Christina Tosi’s children's book, "Every Cake Has a Story," associated with the Milk Bar bakery chain. The hosts mock the interviewer's attempt to find a deep "takeaway" for children in a book about cake. The segment is characterized as a "stretch" by producers to fill airtime during a slow holiday news cycle.

Keywords: [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), milk bar, christina tosi, [children's books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/children-s-books.md), every cake has a story

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Becky Worley, ABC News, QVC Audition (20:40–27:00)

ABC’s Becky Worley is discussed regarding her holiday assignment in New York and her background as a rugby player. Her "Strategic Savings" segment is compared to her previous work ridiculing direct sales products like the ShamWow. One host shares a personal anecdote about auditioning for QVC and failing to secure the job after making an inappropriate joke about a shaving brush.

Keywords: [becky worley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/becky-worley.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [tech tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-tv.md), [qvc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qvc.md), shamwow

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Strategic Petroleum Reserve, Joe Biden, Oil Market Reactions (27:00–32:39)

President Joe Biden announced the largest-ever release of oil from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve in coordination with India, Japan, and the UK. Despite the announcement intended to lower gas prices, Brent and WTI crude prices rose in market trading. Experts suggest the move is political rather than technical, noting the reserve is intended for emergencies like war or natural disasters.

Keywords: [strategic petroleum reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strategic-petroleum-reserve.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [brent crude](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brent-crude.md), [wti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wti.md), [energy policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Jennifer Granholm, Gas Price Predictions, Energy Information Agency (32:40–46:08)

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm faced questioning regarding the impact of the petroleum reserve release on low-income families. Granholm predicted gas prices would drop to $3.19 in December, a claim the hosts find dubious given the time required for refining. The discussion highlights her lack of specific data on daily U.S. oil consumption and her description of energy projection as "more of an art than a science."

Keywords: [jennifer granholm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jennifer-granholm.md), [gas prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-prices.md), eia, [clean energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-energy.md), [opec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opec.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Biden Food Kitchen Visit, C-SPAN Coverage, Arctic Ice (46:09–49:59)

President Biden concluded a press event by stating he was heading to a "food kitchen" to serve meals, drawing criticism for his phrasing and refusal to answer reporter questions. C-SPAN's coverage of the event is analyzed for its framing. Meanwhile, reports indicate a dozen ships are stuck in the Arctic due to early ice freeze, contradicting long-term climate narratives.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [arctic ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arctic-ice.md), [cop26](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop26.md), [carbon emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-emissions.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/10.md)

### 11. David Suzuki, Extinction Rebellion, Michael Crichton (50:00–53:15)

Canadian activist David Suzuki participated in a "funeral for the future" protest in Victoria, organized by Extinction Rebellion. The hosts link the rhetoric of climate emergencies and pipeline threats to Michael Crichton’s book "State of Fear." Speculation is offered regarding Crichton's death following his public skepticism of climate change alarmism.

Keywords: david suzuki, [extinction rebellion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extinction-rebellion.md), [michael crichton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-crichton.md), [state of fear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-of-fear.md), [climate activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-activism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Boris Johnson, Peppa Pig World Speech, BBC Takedown (53:16–57:04)

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson delivered a widely criticized speech to the CBI conference where he lost his place for 21 seconds. During the address, Johnson compared himself to Moses, imitated the sound of a petrol engine, and spoke at length about his visit to Peppa Pig World. The BBC’s decision to highlight these gaffes is noted as a significant media shift.

Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), peppa pig world, [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), tyneside

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/12.md)

### 13. James Webb Space Telescope, NASA, LGBTQ Naming Controversy (57:04–1:01:35)

NASA is preparing to launch the James Webb Space Telescope from French Guiana, a project described as having 300 single points of failure. The telescope faces controversy from the LGBTQ community due to its namesake’s role in the Truman administration’s discrimination against gay employees. The hosts discuss the technical risks of the "origami observatory" which cannot be repaired once in orbit.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), james webb space telescope, [hubble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hubble.md), [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), french guiana

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/13.md)

### 14. DART Mission, Asteroid Redirection, Don’t Look Up (1:01:35–1:09:45)

NASA launched the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to test planetary defense capabilities. The mission aims to crash a spacecraft into the asteroid Dimorphos to alter its course. This real-world test coincides with the marketing for the Netflix film "Don’t Look Up," starring Jennifer Lawrence and Leonardo DiCaprio, which depicts a planet-killing comet.

Keywords: [dart mission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dart-mission.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/14.md)

### 15. January 6th Investigation, Roger Stone, Alex Jones (1:09:46–1:12:54)

The House Select Committee is seeking testimony from Roger Stone and Alex Jones regarding the January 6th Capitol events. Media coverage by Kelly Evans is analyzed for its description of Jones as a "conspiracy theorist." The hosts discuss the use of the term "podcaster" as a disparaging label by traditional media figures.

Keywords: [roger stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-stone.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [house select committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-select-committee.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), kelly evans

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Vaccine Policy Supercut, Transmission Claims, Anthony Fauci (1:12:55–1:15:48)

A supercut of government health officials, including Dr. Anthony Fauci and Rochelle Walensky, tracks the evolution of COVID-19 vaccine claims over seven months. The audio highlights the shift from assertions that vaccinated individuals do not carry the virus to admissions that vaccines do not block transmission. Data from Israel is cited regarding waning immunity and the necessity of boosters.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [vaccine policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-policy.md), [transmission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transmission.md), [boosters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boosters.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Pfizer Profits, Moderna Sales, mRNA Market (1:15:51–1:18:12)

Pfizer expects to earn $36 billion from COVID-19 vaccine sales this year, potentially breaking the record for a single pharmaceutical product previously held by Humira. Moderna is projected to reach $18 billion in sales. Analysts discuss the uncertainty of long-term mRNA revenue and the industry's current focus on maximizing sales through booster shots.

Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [moderna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moderna.md), [humira](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humira.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), [pharmaceutical profits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-profits.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Vaccine Mix and Match, Breakthrough Statistics, WHO Advice (1:18:12–1:21:34)

The policy of mixing and matching different COVID-19 vaccines is examined, with reports from Germany suggesting mixed doses are not counted in breakthrough statistics. The timeline shows the World Health Organization initially advised against mixing doses in July, followed by a shift in U.S. policy promoted by figures like Dr. Lena Wen. The term "topping off" is identified as a marketing phrase for boosters.

Keywords: mix and match, [breakthrough infections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breakthrough-infections.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [lena wen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lena-wen.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Pfizer Paxlovid, HIV Drug Integration, Dutch Regulators (1:21:35–1:23:55)

Dutch regulators have raised concerns about the marketing of Pfizer’s COVID-19 pill, Paxlovid, on public television. The medication combines an investigational antiviral with Ritonavir, a drug traditionally used to treat HIV. Pfizer claims the treatment reduces hospitalization risk by 89% if administered within three days of symptom onset.

Keywords: [paxlovid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paxlovid.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [ritonavir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ritonavir.md), [hiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hiv.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Ontario Nurse Report, Stillbirth Increase, Cardiac Issues (1:23:55–1:25:55)

A report from a nurse in Ontario, Canada, claims a significant spike in stillbirths, citing 86 cases between January and July compared to a typical rate of five or six per year. The nurse also describes hospitals filled with patients suffering from cardiac problems and cancer flare-ups, which she attributes to vaccine adverse reactions.

Keywords: [ontario](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ontario.md), stillbirths, [cardiac arrest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cardiac-arrest.md), vaccine adverse reactions, [nursing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nursing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Global Lockdown Rhetoric, Botswana Variant, German Mandates (1:25:55–1:29:20)

The World Health Organization expresses concern over a "false sense of security" among vaccinated populations as the new Botswana variant, featuring 32 mutations, emerges. In Germany, the Health Minister warned that citizens would be "vaccinated, recovered, or dead" by the end of winter. The hosts discuss the potential link between the new variant and HIV patients.

Keywords: botswana variant, [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [lockdowns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdowns.md), [tedros adhanom ghebreyesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tedros-adhanom-ghebreyesus.md), [mutations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mutations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Australia Quarantine Camps, Northern Territory Mandates, ADF Deployment (1:29:21–1:34:07)

The Chief Minister of Australia’s Northern Territory has implemented hard lockdowns and deployed the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to transfer positive cases and close contacts to quarantine camps. The mandates target teachers and remote Aboriginal communities. The rhetoric classifies anyone opposing mandates as "anti-vax," regardless of their personal vaccination status.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [northern territory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/northern-territory.md), [quarantine camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine-camps.md), adf, aboriginal communities

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Japan COVID Success, Ivermectin Use, Entry Restrictions (1:34:08–1:38:29)

A "boots on the ground" report from Japan details the country's low COVID-19 case numbers despite a late vaccine rollout. The report highlights strict entry requirements, including a 14-day quarantine and government tracking apps. While masks remain culturally ubiquitous, the legal availability of Ivermectin in Japan is discussed as a potential factor in their success.

Keywords: [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [ivermectin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivermectin.md), [pcr tests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-tests.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md), [quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Scott Gottlieb, Antibody Prophylaxis, Sophisticated Physicians (1:38:29–1:43:08)

Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appeared on CNBC to discuss breakthrough infections and the lack of real-time tracking. Gottlieb advocated for the use of antibody drugs as a prophylaxis for immunocompromised patients. He noted that "sophisticated physicians" are already using these treatments off-label, though they are not yet widely available to the general public.

Keywords: [scott gottlieb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-gottlieb.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [regeneron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regeneron.md), [prophylaxis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prophylaxis.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Vaccine Durability, Annual Boosters, Anthony Fauci (1:43:08–1:46:18)

Dr. Anthony Fauci introduced the term "durability" to describe the longevity of vaccine protection during an interview on ABC. Fauci expressed hope that a third mRNA shot would increase the maturation of the immune response. The hosts analyze "durability" as a new marketing term intended to justify recurring booster shots.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), durability, [boosters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boosters.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), [immunology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immunology.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/25.md)

### 26. OSHA Mandate Suspension, Three-Dose Definition, Corporate Mandates (1:46:18–1:50:02)

The suspension of OSHA’s vaccine mandate enforcement and Disney’s halt of requirements in Florida are discussed as national political conflicts. Scott Gottlieb predicted that the CDC will eventually redefine "fully vaccinated" to require three doses. The discussion suggests that the government is shifting the burden of enforcement onto private corporations.

Keywords: [osha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osha.md), [biden administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biden-administration.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), corporate mandates

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/26.md)

### 27. No Agenda Social, Mastodon, Value for Value Model (1:50:03–1:55:57)

The hosts promote No Agenda Social, a Mastodon-based social network within the Fediverse that operates without algorithms. They discuss the "value for value" model that sustains the podcast and thank the "trolls" in the live stream. The segment transitions into a discussion of the show's holiday listenership and the impact of high gas prices on travel.

Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [fediverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fediverse.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [trolls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trolls.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Episode 1401 Art, Delft Blue Tile, Twitter Threats (1:55:57–2:03:05)

The album art for episode 1401, a Delft Blue tile design by Tante Neal, sparked a controversy on Twitter involving threats against a host's family. The hosts discuss the creative process behind selecting art and the criteria for avoiding "stolen" or clip-art designs. They emphasize the importance of original artwork in the show's production model.

Keywords: [delft blue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delft-blue.md), [tante neal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tante-neal.md), [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), kenny ban

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Executive Producer Donations, Knighting Ceremony, Nutcracker Party (2:03:05–2:13:55)

A series of high-tier donations are acknowledged, including a $611.57 contribution for a knighting in Sonoma wine country. Producer Andrea Cody donated $500 and invited listeners to the "Nutcracker Party," a reimagined holiday show by Dance Houston. Several other producers are knighted or elevated to Dame status following their financial support.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), nutcracker party, dance houston, andrea cody

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Associate Executive Producers, Dweezil in Detroit, Anonymous Donors (2:13:55–2:16:55)

Associate Executive Producers are recognized, including "Dweezil in Detroit," who requested a "de-douching" following a mishap at a local meetup. Anonymous donors requested specific jingles, including Jill Abramson’s vocal fry. The segment reinforces the community-driven nature of the show's funding.

Keywords: dweezil, [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [anonymous](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous.md), [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Single Muscle Butchery, San Francisco Mandates, Meat Industry (2:17:03–2:22:23)

Sir Mark of the Midwest, a 40-year veteran of the meat industry, provides a report on "single muscle butchery" and its rising popularity in high-end shops. He also shares a "boots on the ground" account of circumventing San Francisco’s vaccine mandates at a Giants game using an Iowa carry permit and an Alibaba receipt.

Keywords: [butchery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/butchery.md), [meat industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meat-industry.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [alibaba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alibaba.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Nolichek’s Meats Litigation, USDA Case, Freezer Logistics (2:22:24–2:29:42)

Lindsey Fox provides an update on Nolichek’s Meats and their litigation against the USDA with the help of the Liberty Justice Center. The law firm is the same one that secured a stay on the federal vaccine mandate. The hosts praise the quality of Nolichek’s bacon and transition into a domestic discussion about purchasing a large chest freezer.

Keywords: nolichek's meats, [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), liberty justice center, [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), [litigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/litigation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Thanksgiving Safety Rules, Rapid Testing, Abbott Labs Marketing (2:29:43–2:34:19)

ABC News is criticized for promoting "safety rules" for Thanksgiving that include masking between bites and requiring guests to take rapid tests. The hosts suggest the segment functions as a native advertisement for Abbott Labs' BinaxNOW tests. They discuss the cultural shift toward home testing and its potential integration into travel protocols.

Keywords: binaxnow, [abbott labs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbott-labs.md), [rapid tests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rapid-tests.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Turkish Lira Crash, Erdogan Policy, Baltic Pipeline (2:34:20–2:38:25)

The Turkish Lira has crashed following President Erdogan’s pressure on the central bank to cut interest rates despite 20% inflation. The economic instability is discussed alongside Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missile systems. A producer report from Poland suggests the conflict in Belarus may be related to the expiration of Gazprom contracts and the completion of the Baltic pipeline.

Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [lira](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lira.md), [erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erdogan.md), [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Kyle Rittenhouse Media Coverage, Tucker Carlson, Stephen Colbert (2:38:27–2:44:29)

The media coverage of the Kyle Rittenhouse trial is analyzed, with a focus on a roundup by Tucker Carlson regarding factual inaccuracies in mainstream reporting. A clip from Stephen Colbert’s monologue shows the audience cheering for a change in the law following the acquittal. The hosts argue the media narrative was a "tapestry of lies" designed to incite division.

Keywords: [kyle rittenhouse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyle-rittenhouse.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [stephen colbert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-colbert.md), [kenosha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenosha.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Waukesha Parade Attack, Media Narrative Shift, Young Turks (2:44:29–2:47:38)

The horrific attack on a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is discussed as a disruption to the media's established narrative following the Rittenhouse and Arbery trials. Anna Kasparian of The Young Turks is noted for admitting she was misled by her sources regarding the facts of the Kenosha shootings. The hosts contrast the coverage of the Waukesha suspect with previous cases.

Keywords: [waukesha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waukesha.md), christmas parade, [anna kasparian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anna-kasparian.md), [young turks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/young-turks.md), [media coverage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-coverage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Retail Crime Spree, San Francisco DA, Low Bail Policy (2:47:39–2:53:45)

A wave of organized retail thefts in San Francisco’s Union Square and Oakland has led to a debate over California’s Proposition 47 and low-bail policies. A news crew was robbed at gunpoint while covering the burglaries. Court reports indicate that several suspects in the Louis Vuitton heist were released on $5,000 bail, which the hosts argue provides little incentive for them to return to court.

Keywords: [retail theft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/retail-theft.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [union square](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/union-square.md), [louis vuitton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louis-vuitton.md), [prop 47](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prop-47.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Rashida Tlaib, Prison Abolition, BREATHE Act (2:53:46–2:57:31)

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib was interviewed by Axios regarding her endorsement of the BREATHE Act, which proposes emptying federal detention facilities within 10 years. Tlaib appeared to struggle when asked about the release of human traffickers and sex offenders. The hosts conclude that Tlaib likely endorsed the sweeping legislation without fully reading its specific provisions.

Keywords: [rashida tlaib](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rashida-tlaib.md), breathe act, prison abolition, [axios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/axios.md), [incarceration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incarceration.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Producer Credits, Isle of Wight, Birthday List (2:57:32–3:02:27)

The hosts read a list of donors and producers who contributed to the Thanksgiving episode. Credits include "Sir Chris Gray of the Isle of Wight" and several contributors from the Netherlands. The segment includes a "wish well" for various birthdays and acknowledges the financial support that makes the broadcast possible.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), isle of weight, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Make Goods, Knighting Ceremony, Sealing Wax (3:02:27–3:08:36)

Administrative "make goods" are addressed for producers whose donations or notes were previously misattributed. A formal knighting ceremony is conducted for several new members of the No Agenda Round Table, including "Dame Noodle Nuker" and "Sir Leadbelly." The hosts describe the fictional perks of the Round Table, such as mutton and mead.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), make goods, [round table](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-table.md), [sealing wax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sealing-wax.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Meetup Reports, Three Mile Island, Amsterdam Superspreader (3:08:36–3:15:06)

Producer-organized meetups are reported from Three Mile Island, Michigan, and Amsterdam. The "Amsterdam Superspreader" event is highlighted as a successful gathering despite local restrictions. Upcoming meetups are announced for Portland, Sydney, and Albuquerque, encouraging listeners to find or start their own local chapters.

Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [three mile island](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/three-mile-island.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [portland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portland.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Jamie Dimon Apology, Spatchcock Turkey, Show Outro (3:15:08–3:22:45)

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon apologized to the Chinese Communist Party after joking that his bank would outlive the regime. The hosts discuss the power of China over American corporate leaders. The show concludes with a discussion of "spatchcocking" turkeys for Thanksgiving and a preview of the next "MoFax with Adam Curry" episode.

Keywords: [jamie dimon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamie-dimon.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), spatchcock, [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md), [mofax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mofax.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1402-sour-crude/chapter/42.md)

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