# Hunger Stones

> Ancient drought markers resurface in European rivers as the CDC quietly retires social distancing guidelines and the FBI search for classified documents extends to foreign dossiers.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1477
- **Published:** 2022-08-14
- **Length:** 3h 7m
- **Topics:** CDC reversal, [Hunger Stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunger-stones.md), Mar-a-Lago warrant, Polio detection, [Salman Rushdie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salman-rushdie.md), IRS ammunition, Digital IDs
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones

## About this episode

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has abruptly scrapped social distancing and quarantine requirements, acknowledging that 95% of Americans now possess immunity. This policy reversal coincides with the agency admitting it provided false information regarding its monitoring of heart inflammation signals in the VAERS database. Meanwhile, the FBI search of Mar-a-Lago remains a flashpoint as unsealed warrants reveal agents seized documents concerning French President Emmanuel Macron and Roger Stone.

Public health officials in New York and London have detected polio virus in wastewater, prompting urgent vaccination drives as the World Health Organization seeks to rename monkeypox to avoid social stigma. In the corporate sector, Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel has proposed a subscription-style annual mRNA shot combining COVID-19, flu, and RSV protections. Geopolitical tensions rise following the stabbing of Salman Rushdie in New York, an event occurring 33 years after the original Iranian fatwa and amidst sensitive nuclear deal negotiations. In Europe, receding river levels have exposed ancient Hunger Stones in the Elbe, providing historical evidence that current droughts mirror cycles from the 15th century.

Producer Amy shares a charming audition reel of her niece mastering show catchphrases, proving the next generation of media critics is already in training. The hosts navigate technical frustrations with Microsoft Excel updates while celebrating new knights like Sir Certainty and Sir Large Man. A beatboxer from the Tucson Monsoon Meetup provides a rhythmic break from the heavy analysis of IRS ammunition stockpiles and the rise of digital sniffer dogs in Australia.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/transcript.md.

### 1. CDC COVID-19 Guideline Changes, Social Distancing Removal (0:00–1:29)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a major shift in COVID-19 guidelines, removing the requirement to quarantine after close contact with an infected person. The agency also ended the six-foot social distancing recommendation, citing that approximately 95% of Americans aged 16 and older have acquired some form of immunity.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md), [social distancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-distancing.md), [immunity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immunity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/1.md)

### 2. High Quality Mask Recommendations, Dr. John Torres Interview (1:30–3:10)

NBC senior medical correspondent Dr. John Torres explains the updated CDC protocols regarding exposure and testing. The new guidance emphasizes wearing a "high quality mask" for ten days following exposure regardless of vaccination status, leading to questions regarding the rebranding of N95 respirators.

Keywords: [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [john torres](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-torres.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md), [n95](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/n95.md), [quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/2.md)

### 3. CDC Data Misinterpretation, VAERS Myocarditis Reports (3:10–5:46)

The CDC admitted to providing false information regarding its analysis of vaccine safety data in the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS). While the agency initially denied having reports on post-vaccine heart inflammation from before October 2021, it later acknowledged a connection existed as early as May 2021. Additionally, discrepancies were found in the timeline of when the agency began performing Proportional Reporting Ratio (PRR) data mining.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [vaers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaers.md), [myocarditis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/myocarditis.md), [epoch times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epoch-times.md), [data mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-mining.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/3.md)

### 4. School Masking Guidelines, HighQualityMask.com Domain Purchase (5:47–10:03)

Updated CDC guidelines for schools suggest masking only in high-risk situations or high-transmission communities, specifically mentioning "wrestling games" as a high-risk activity. During the discussion, a host purchases the domain highqualitymask.com as a marketing gag to redirect to the show's website.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schools.md), [wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wrestling.md), domain name, [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Monkeypox Vaccine Risks, JYNNEOS Myocarditis Concerns (10:06–13:25)

Dr. Peter McCullough reports that the JYNNEOS monkeypox vaccine, of which the U.S. government purchased 13 million doses, has known links to heart inflammation. Concerns are raised regarding the marketing of this live attenuated vaccine to immunocompromised individuals, specifically those with HIV, who may face higher risks from such treatments.

Keywords: [monkeypox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monkeypox.md), jynneos, [peter mccullough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-mccullough.md), [myocarditis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/myocarditis.md), [hiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hiv.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Polio Virus Detection, New York Wastewater Monitoring (13:25–17:27)

Public health officials in New York City and London have detected polio virus in wastewater samples, suggesting local circulation of the disease. A case of paralysis in Rockland County, New York, has prompted urgent calls for vaccination, though questions remain regarding the efficacy and necessity of the current multi-dose childhood immunization schedule.

Keywords: [polio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polio.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [rockland county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rockland-county.md), [wastewater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wastewater.md), [vaccination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccination.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Moderna Annual Booster Strategy, iPhone Subscription Analogy (17:27–22:01)

Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel describes a future where multiple mRNA vaccines for flu, COVID-19, and RSV are combined into a single annual shot. Bancel compares this medical model to the iPhone's yearly hardware and app refresh cycle, framing immunity as a recurring subscription service.

Keywords: [moderna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moderna.md), [stephane bancel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephane-bancel.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), annual booster, [rsv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rsv.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/7.md)

### 8. World Health Organization Monkeypox Renaming, Pet Transmission (22:01–23:51)

The World Health Organization is seeking public input to rename monkeypox to avoid stigma, despite previous attempts to use the term MPX. Simultaneously, reports have emerged of the first confirmed case of monkeypox transmission from a human to a pet dog.

Keywords: [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [monkeypox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monkeypox.md), mpx, [zoonotic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoonotic.md), [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Anthony Fauci Narcissism, The Fauci Effect Claim (23:51–27:39)

Dr. Anthony Fauci discusses the "Fauci Effect," claiming that his public image has inspired a surge in medical school applications. Critics characterize his statements as narcissistic, particularly his framing of himself as a symbol of truth and integrity in contrast to events like the January 6 Capitol riot.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), [narcissism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/narcissism.md), [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [medical school](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-school.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Karine Jean-Pierre Press Briefing, Mar-a-Lago Raid Gaffe (27:39–31:10)

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre faced criticism for accidentally using the word "raid" to describe the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago before attempting to correct herself. The discussion highlights her perceived lack of media training and her struggles when questioned by reporters like Fox News' Peter Doocy.

Keywords: [karine jean-pierre](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karine-jean-pierre.md), [mar-a-lago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mar-a-lago.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [peter doocy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-doocy.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/10.md)

### 11. White House Press Corps Conflict, African Journalist Snub (31:11–35:24)

A heated exchange occurred in the White House briefing room when a journalist representing African interests accused Karine Jean-Pierre of ignoring black reporters. Despite promising to return to the journalist for a question, the Press Secretary ended the briefing without doing so, leading to vocal protests from the back of the room.

Keywords: [karine jean-pierre](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karine-jean-pierre.md), [press corps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-corps.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [putin price hike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin-price-hike.md), simon ateba

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Australian Medical Association Protest, Dr. William Bay (35:24–38:07)

Dr. William Bay interrupted the Australian Medical Association conference to protest mandatory vaccinations, claiming they are causing harm to the public. Bay cited a Qatar study regarding natural immunity and warned his colleagues that they were "on notice" by the people of Queensland.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), william bay, [ama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ama.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [queensland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queensland.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Anne Heche Death, Wag the Dog Legacy (38:08–41:30)

Actress Anne Heche passed away following a high-speed car crash in Los Angeles involving a Mini Cooper Countryman. The discussion touches on conspiracy theories regarding her final film project about human trafficking and her notable performance in the political satire film Wag the Dog.

Keywords: [anne heche](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anne-heche.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), [mini cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mini-cooper.md), [human trafficking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-trafficking.md), [wag the dog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wag-the-dog.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/13.md)

### 14. TSA Security Changes, Gate Access Without Tickets (41:30–42:29)

Reports indicate that some U.S. airports are allowing individuals to pass through security to meet travelers at gates using only a valid ID or passport, without requiring a boarding pass. This change is attributed to new computer systems that verify identities against flight manifests.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [airport security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md), id, [passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passports.md), gate access

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Netherlands COVID-19 Mortality Statistics, Salman Rushdie Correction (42:29–43:06)

A correction is issued regarding COVID-19 mortality data from the Netherlands, clarifying that one out of every 800 people over age 60 who are vaccinated dies. Additionally, a correction is made regarding the location of the Salman Rushdie stabbing, which occurred in upstate New York rather than New York City.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [mortality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mortality.md), [salman rushdie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salman-rushdie.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Child Voiceover Audition, Producer Amy Anecdote (43:05–46:21)

Producer Amy submitted an "audition reel" of her niece performing various show-related catchphrases and insults. The hosts praise the child's vocal clarity and suggest she has a potential future in professional voiceover work.

Keywords: [voiceover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voiceover.md), [audition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audition.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md), [children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/children.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Puberty Blockers Video (46:21–49:01)

The Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh released a promotional video featuring Dr. Priya Dhar discussing the benefits of puberty blockers for children experiencing gender dysphoria. The hosts criticize the medicalization of puberty and compare the current cultural climate to past eras of adolescent development.

Keywords: [pittsburgh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pittsburgh.md), [puberty blockers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puberty-blockers.md), [gender dysphoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-dysphoria.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), adolescent health

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Evan McMullin Senate Campaign, CIA vs FBI Public Image (49:02–53:15)

Former CIA operative Evan McMullin is challenging Senator Mike Lee in Utah, frequently highlighting his intelligence background. The discussion contrasts the CIA's ability to remain in the shadows with the FBI's more public and often controversial history of domestic operations.

Keywords: [evan mcmullin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evan-mcmullin.md), [mike lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-lee.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [utah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utah.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/18.md)

### 19. FBI History and Favorability, J. Edgar Hoover Legacy (53:16–55:34)

An FBI veteran discusses the agency's history, noting that favorability ratings have dropped significantly from a peak of 95%. The segment covers J. Edgar Hoover's 48-year tenure and the subsequent implementation of 10-year term limits for directors to prevent the consolidation of power.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [j. edgar hoover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/j-edgar-hoover.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [partisanship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/partisanship.md), [law enforcement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/law-enforcement.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Intelligence Agency Power Struggles, Trump Declassification (55:36–59:32)

Speculation arises that the CIA may be attempting to undermine the FBI to consolidate power within the executive branch. Donald Trump reportedly possesses declassified documents detailing FBI spying and misconduct, though the official release of these records has been stalled by redaction processes within various intelligence agencies.

Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [declassification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/declassification.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/20.md)

### 21. FBI Cincinnati Field Office Attack, Ricky Schiffer (59:32–1:05:39)

Ricky Schiffer was killed by law enforcement in an Ohio cornfield after attempting to breach the FBI's Cincinnati field office. Schiffer, who reportedly posted violent rhetoric on Truth Social following the Mar-a-Lago search, was armed with an AR-15 and a nail gun during the incident.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [cincinnati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cincinnati.md), ricky schiffer, [truth social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md), nail gun

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Media Rhetoric on Trump Supporters, Merrick Garland (1:05:39–1:09:02)

Media outlets like ABC News are linking the backlash against the FBI to far-right factions and neo-Nazis. Some commentators suggest that criticism of Attorney General Merrick Garland is rooted in anti-Semitism, while others compare Garland's perceived haplessness to the character Barney Fife.

Keywords: [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [merrick garland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merrick-garland.md), [neo-nazis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neo-nazis.md), [white supremacists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-supremacists.md), [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Mika Brzezinski Gaffe, Stolen Election Comment (1:09:02–1:10:20)

During a broadcast of Morning Joe, co-host Mika Brzezinski appeared to accidentally state that Trump followers "know the election was stolen" while attempting to argue the opposite. The slip-up is highlighted as an example of the scripted nature of mainstream media commentary.

Keywords: [mika brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mika-brzezinski.md), [morning joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-joe.md), stolen election, [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Mar-a-Lago Seized Items, Emmanuel Macron Dossier (1:10:21–1:14:17)

The unsealed warrant for the Mar-a-Lago search reveals that the FBI seized 11 sets of classified documents, Roger Stone's clemency papers, and information regarding French President Emmanuel Macron. Speculation suggests the "Macron files" may be the primary target of the search to protect sensitive diplomatic or intelligence information.

Keywords: [mar-a-lago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mar-a-lago.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [roger stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-stone.md), [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [classified documents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified-documents.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Nuclear Document Claims, China Coal Exports (1:14:18–1:16:56)

The hosts dismiss claims that Donald Trump held sensitive nuclear secrets as a "smokescreen" for other motives. The conversation shifts to the logistics of U.S. coal exports, noting that large quantities of American coal are shipped from ports like Oakland to China while domestic energy costs remain high.

Keywords: [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [oakland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oakland.md), [energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/25.md)

### 26. No Agenda Social User Purge, Password Recovery Debate (1:16:57–1:21:22)

The hosts discuss an upcoming purge of approximately 3,000 inactive accounts on the No Agenda Social Mastodon instance. A disagreement ensues regarding the functionality of the platform's password recovery system and whether technical failures have contributed to the loss of active users.

Keywords: [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [password recovery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/password-recovery.md), mailgun, [user data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/user-data.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Episode 1476 Art Selection, Woke Waver Rat (1:21:23–1:25:44)

The hosts review the artwork for the previous episode, "Woke Waver," featuring a licensed rat in an FBI hat. They discuss the various submissions from the No Agenda Art Generator and the predictions made by the "comic strip blogger" on social media.

Keywords: [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md), rat trap, [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Microsoft Excel Formatting Issues, Libra Office Alternative (1:25:45–1:27:21)

The hosts vent frustrations over recent updates to Microsoft Excel that have broken cell formatting and text display. They discuss the possibility of switching to open-source alternatives like LibreOffice or building a custom web interface to manage show data.

Keywords: microsoft excel, [formatting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/formatting.md), libra office, [software](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/software.md), [productivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/productivity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Executive Producer Donations, Justin Polgar Chocolate (1:27:21–1:31:56)

The show acknowledges high-tier donations, including a significant contribution from Justin Polgar of YesCacao. Polgar's note promotes his "amygdala-shrinking" chocolate business in Santa Cruz, which uses botanicals and herbs to neutralize spike proteins.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [santa cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-cruz.md), [chocolate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chocolate.md), adaptogens

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Knighting Ceremony, Sir Certainty and Sir Large Man (1:31:56–1:35:30)

Several producers are knighted following their cumulative donations of $1,000. New knights include Sir Certainty from Oregon and Sir Large Man, while others receive "jobs karma" for family members and discuss their personal connections to the show's community.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [oregon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oregon.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Birthday Celebrations, Sir Chris of the Catskills (1:35:31–1:38:38)

The hosts read birthday messages and donation notes from producers, including Sir Chris of the Catskills. The segment includes various jingle requests and health karma for family members of the "No Agenda Nation."

Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), catskills, [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Associate Executive Producers, Renee Sislo Job Search (1:38:38–1:41:49)

Associate Executive Producers are recognized for their contributions, including Renee Sislo, who is seeking a dream job and a vaccine exemption. The hosts encourage her to use recent CDC guideline changes as leverage in her employment negotiations.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), vaccine exemption

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/32.md)

### 33. First Time Donors, Joshua Collett Excel Help (1:41:49–1:45:01)

First-time donors are acknowledged, including Joshua Collett, a former Microsoft expert who offers to help resolve the hosts' Excel technical issues. Producer Delcina Ramsey describes the show as a "listening platform" that helps her follow complex news topics.

Keywords: [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [excel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excel.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), listening platform

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/33.md)

### 34. NPR Analysis of Mar-a-Lago Search, Domestic Extremism (1:45:00–1:50:02)

NPR features an interview with former DHS official Brian Murphy regarding the rise of violent rhetoric following the FBI's search of Donald Trump's estate. The analysis links the backlash to domestic extremism and compares the situation to the "Pizzagate" incident at Comet Ping Pong.

Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [mar-a-lago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mar-a-lago.md), [domestic extremism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domestic-extremism.md), brian murphy

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Lone Wolf Narratives, Social Media Filter Bubbles (1:50:05–1:54:47)

The discussion critiques the "lone wolf" narrative used by law enforcement and media to describe individual actors. The hosts reference a deep-dive series from Conservative Treehouse that explores how intelligence communities manage public narratives and influence social media platforms.

Keywords: [lone wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-wolf.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), filter bubbles, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), conservative treehouse

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Inflation Reduction Act, Nancy Pelosi Mother Earth (1:54:47–1:58:05)

The Inflation Reduction Act, estimated to cost nearly $1 trillion, is criticized as a vehicle for wasteful spending. Speaker Nancy Pelosi's comments regarding "Mother Earth" are highlighted, alongside a discussion on how gerrymandered districts in San Francisco protect her political position.

Keywords: [inflation reduction act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation-reduction-act.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [gerrymandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerrymandering.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/36.md)

### 37. UK Heatwave, Dust Devils and Energy Caps (1:58:06–1:59:52)

A rare dust devil in England is used by media to highlight the ongoing European heatwave. The extreme weather is being framed as a precursor to a difficult winter involving high energy prices and potential blackouts as the UK faces a 10x increase in business energy bills.

Keywords: [england](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/england.md), [heatwave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heatwave.md), dust devils, [energy prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-prices.md), [blackouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackouts.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/37.md)

### 38. European Energy Crisis, Rhine River Water Levels (1:59:52–2:02:52)

Bloomberg's Rachel Morrison discusses the strain on Europe's energy infrastructure caused by summer heat and low water levels on the Rhine River. Governments are currently drafting rationing plans for industries in anticipation of Russia potentially cutting off natural gas supplies during the winter.

Keywords: [europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md), [energy crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-crisis.md), rhine river, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Hunger Stones Hoax, Historical Drought Markers (2:02:53–2:06:16)

"Hunger Stones" have resurfaced in Central European rivers like the Elbe, serving as historical markers of past droughts. The hosts argue that the existence of these stones from the 15th and 19th centuries proves that current low water levels are part of a natural cycle rather than a modern climate emergency.

Keywords: [hunger stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunger-stones.md), elbe river, [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drought.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/39.md)

### 40. California Sea Level Rise, Delta Conveyance Project (2:06:16–2:10:07)

Climate models predict significant sea level rise for California, threatening the freshwater Delta region with saltwater intrusion. The state is considering the controversial Delta Conveyance Project, a 40-mile tunnel system designed to protect the water supply for 27 million residents.

Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [sea level rise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-level-rise.md), [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), [delta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delta.md), water resources

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Australian Sniffer Dogs, Digital Media Detection (2:10:08–2:13:33)

Law enforcement in Australia is deploying specialized sniffer dogs trained to detect digital storage devices like USB sticks and hard drives. These "data dogs" are used in operations targeting child abuse and terrorism to find hidden evidence that human investigators might miss.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [sniffer dogs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sniffer-dogs.md), [usb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usb.md), [microchips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microchips.md), [hard drives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hard-drives.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/41.md)

### 42. CBS Ukraine Documentary, Weapons Black Market (2:13:33–2:15:51)

CBS News removed a documentary segment that claimed only 30% of Western weapons sent to Ukraine actually reach the front lines. The hosts discuss the implications of weapons disappearing into the black market and the pressure placed on media outlets to retract such reports.

Keywords: [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [black market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-market.md), [weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weapons.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Anti-Drone Technology, Directed Energy Weapons (2:15:51–2:19:01)

Footage from Ukraine shows soldiers using portable anti-drone devices that utilize GPS jamming and directed energy to disable tactical drones. These tools have become essential in the "drone war" to counter the high frequency of aerial surveillance and attacks.

Keywords: [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [gps jamming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gps-jamming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Shelling, UN Warnings (2:19:03–2:19:51)

The United Nations has issued an urgent warning following the shelling of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine. Both Russia and Ukraine blame each other for the attacks on Europe's largest nuclear facility, which is currently being used as a military base by Russian forces.

Keywords: [zaporizhzhia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zaporizhzhia.md), nuclear plant, [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Salman Rushdie Stabbing, Iran Nuclear Deal (2:19:52–2:23:13)

Author Salman Rushdie was stabbed on stage in New York, 33 years after a fatwa was issued against him by Iran. The timing of the attack, along with reported Iranian plots against John Bolton and Mike Pompeo, coincides with the Biden administration's efforts to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.

Keywords: [salman rushdie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salman-rushdie.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [fatwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fatwa.md), [john bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Geopolitical Motives, Rushdie Fatwa Reinstatement (2:23:14–2:28:52)

The hosts speculate that the attack on Salman Rushdie may be leveraged by political factions opposed to the Iran nuclear deal. They note that Iran's current leadership reaffirmed the fatwa as recently as 2019 on social media, suggesting the threat never truly dissipated.

Keywords: [salman rushdie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salman-rushdie.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [fatwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fatwa.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [ayatollah khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah-khamenei.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Canada Digital Identity Program, World Economic Forum (2:28:52–2:30:54)

Canada is moving forward with a "Digital Ambition" program, which critics link to World Economic Forum policies. Similar digital ID bills are being introduced in Australia, New Zealand, and the EU, with the goal of making digital credentials compulsory for banking and government services.

Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [digital identity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-identity.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), [malcolm roberts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malcolm-roberts.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Ring Nation TV Show, Doorbell Camera Surveillance (2:30:55–2:31:44)

MGM and Amazon are launching "Ring Nation," a television show featuring viral footage captured by Ring doorbell cameras. The program is criticized for normalizing neighborhood surveillance and encouraging users to share private footage for entertainment and prizes.

Keywords: [ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ring.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [mgm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mgm.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [viral videos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-videos.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/48.md)

### 49. IRS Ammunition Stockpile, Armed Federal Agents (2:31:45–2:34:30)

The IRS has reportedly stockpiled five million rounds of ammunition and spent $750,000 on additional supplies this year. While officials claim armed agents are necessary for dangerous enforcement situations, critics point to a broader trend of arming non-traditional federal agencies like the Department of Education and the USDA.

Keywords: [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [ammunition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ammunition.md), [matt gaetz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-gaetz.md), [guns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guns.md), [federal agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-agents.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Beto O'Rourke Gun Control, AR-15 History (2:34:31–2:37:10)

Texas gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke faced a viral moment when he confronted a heckler during a speech on gun control. The hosts dispute O'Rourke's claims regarding the AR-15's design history and its use in the Vietnam War, clarifying the differences between civilian and military firearms.

Keywords: [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [ar-15](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ar-15.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), [m16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/m16.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/50.md)

### 51. Whole Foods Founder Retirement, John Mackey Interview (2:37:11–2:40:00)

Whole Foods founder John Mackey is retiring and recently expressed concerns on the Reason podcast about the rise of socialism in American institutions. Mackey, a self-described capitalist, warned that liberties regarding free speech and gun ownership are under threat from corporate and military shifts.

Keywords: [whole foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whole-foods.md), john mackey, [capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), [socialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/socialism.md), reason podcast

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/51.md)

### 52. White House Nutrition Conference, Food Compass Rankings (2:40:01–2:45:20)

The White House is preparing for a September conference on nutrition based on the "Food Compass" profiling system from Tufts University. The system has drawn ridicule for ranking Frosted Mini-Wheats and chocolate-covered almonds higher than ground beef, eggs, and cheddar cheese.

Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [nutrition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nutrition.md), food compass, [tufts university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tufts-university.md), [kale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kale.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/52.md)

### 53. Producer Credits, Value for Value Support (2:45:21–2:49:35)

The hosts read the final list of producers and donors for the episode, thanking them for their financial support under the "Value for Value" model. Notable contributors from Edmonton, Detroit, and San Antonio are recognized for keeping the show independent.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [edmonton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edmonton.md), [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/53.md)

### 54. Ken Harrison Memorial, Knighting Ceremony (2:49:35–2:53:55)

A memorial tribute is paid to Ken Harrison, who passed away at age 94. The show concludes its formal segment by knighting Sir Unaffiliated of the Long Term and Sir Chris of the Catskills, providing them with the traditional list of "hookers and blow" and instructions for obtaining their knight rings.

Keywords: [memorial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorial.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), catskills, [rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rings.md), signet

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/54.md)

### 55. No Agenda Meetups, Monsoon Meetup Beatboxer (2:53:55–2:56:34)

The hosts play recordings from a recent "Monsoon Meetup" in Tucson, featuring a self-proclaimed official beatboxer. Upcoming meetups are announced for Concord, Fort Worth, and Cary, encouraging listeners to build physical communities.

Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [tucson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucson.md), [concord](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/concord.md), [fort worth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-worth.md), beatboxer

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/55.md)

### 56. Beach Umbrella Safety, Freak Accident Reports (2:56:36–2:59:33)

A freak accident in South Carolina resulted in the death of a woman who was impaled by a wind-blown beach umbrella. Media reports highlight the rare but recurring danger of flying umbrellas on public beaches, citing similar incidents from 2010 and 2016.

Keywords: [south carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-carolina.md), [beach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beach.md), umbrella, [safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safety.md), [accident](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accident.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/56.md)

### 57. Floyd Roseberry Case, Medication Side Effects (2:59:35–3:01:57)

Floyd Roseberry, who made a false bomb threat near the U.S. Capitol, is being released to house arrest after a judge determined his actions were caused by adverse side effects from a combination of medications. The case highlights the potential for psychiatric drugs to cause manic or psychotic episodes.

Keywords: [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [capitol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitol.md), floyd roseberry, [medication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medication.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/57.md)

### 58. Outro and End of Show Mix, Sir Chris Wilson (3:01:57–3:07:00)

The hosts sign off from FEMA Region 6 and Northern Silicon Valley, announcing their return for the next Thursday broadcast. The episode concludes with a satirical musical mix by Sir Chris Wilson titled "In the Year 2025," projecting a dystopian future of mandates and political shifts.

Keywords: [podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast.md), [outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outro.md), [chris wilson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-wilson.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [2022](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2022.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/58.md)

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