# Global Warming Denialism > Leaked climate data rocks the University of East Anglia while Washington power brokers shield Wall Street and rewrite women's health guidelines ahead of the Copenhagen summit. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 150 - **Published:** 2009-11-22 - **Length:** 1h 39m - **Topics:** [ClimateGate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climategate.md), [Going Rogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/going-rogue.md), [TARP](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tarp.md), [Glass-Steagall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glass-steagall.md), [Monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [Swine Flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [Goldman Sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism ## About this episode The University of East Anglia faces a massive data breach as leaked emails from the Climate Research Unit expose alleged data manipulation by global warming scientists. Dubbed ClimateGate, the files suggest the destruction of raw temperature records to hide inconsistencies ahead of the Copenhagen climate summit. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak analyze the potential role of the CIA in timing the leak to derail international Cap and Trade legislation. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner defends his refusal to reinstate the Glass-Steagall Act during a heated C-SPAN hearing with Congressman Michael Burgess. The financial fallout continues as Goldman Sachs launches a Thanksgiving public relations campaign to repair its image following Lloyd Blankfein's comments regarding the firm's role in the economy. Meanwhile, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius backtracks on controversial new mammogram guidelines that delay screenings for women until age 50. Sarah Palin's new book Going Rogue serves as a reverse media assassination against the press corps that targeted her during the 2008 campaign. This 150th milestone episode features a theory regarding a Western U.S. meteor explosion potentially masking a tactical EMP test. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak celebrate the show's value-for-value model with new Knight John Matthews and a growing listener base across Australia and the Netherlands. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/transcript.md. ### 1. Sarah Palin's Going Rogue, Media Assassination Claims (0:00–6:50) Adam Curry reviews Sarah Palin's book "Going Rogue" after purchasing it at SFO airport. He describes the text as a "media assassination" in reverse, detailing Palin's perspective on small-town politics and her treatment by the press. The discussion touches on the sexism she faced during the 2008 campaign and the portrayal of events like Troopergate and her interview with Katie Couric. Keywords: [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), [going rogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/going-rogue.md), [media assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-assassination.md), troopergate, [katie couric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-couric.md), political journalism [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Executive Producers, Episode 150 Milestone, Australia Support (6:51–10:07) The show celebrates its 150th episode by naming Lawrence Roik as the primary executive producer. Associate executive producers John Stevens and Matthew Carey are also recognized for their financial contributions. A significant portion of the show's funding is noted to be coming from listeners in Australia, specifically from regions like Victoria and South Australia. Keywords: john stevens, [matthew carey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-carey.md), lawrence roik, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), episode 150, [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/2.md) ### 3. ClimateGate, University of East Anglia Data Breach (10:08–18:15) A massive leak of emails and documents from the University of East Anglia's Climate Research Unit (CRU) is dubbed "ClimateGate." The leaked files allegedly show climate scientists manipulating data to support global warming theories. The discussion highlights the destruction of raw temperature data due to claimed storage space issues and the role of hackers in exposing institutional secrets. Keywords: [climategate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climategate.md), [university of east anglia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-east-anglia.md), [cru](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cru.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [hackers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hackers.md), [data manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-manipulation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Copenhagen Summit, CIA Involvement Theories, Cap and Trade (18:16–25:34) Speculation arises regarding the timing of the ClimateGate leak, suggesting it may be a CIA-led "hit job" intended to derail the upcoming Copenhagen climate summit. The potential impact on the "Cap and Trade" bill is discussed, with the hosts characterizing the legislation as a phony market for unregulated derivatives and a hidden form of taxation. Keywords: copenhagen summit, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [cap and trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cap-and-trade.md), carbon derivatives, financial hit job [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/4.md) ### 5. No Agenda Show Notes, Research Resource for Students (25:36–27:56) The hosts highlight the extensive research compiled in the No Agenda show notes, citing them as a valuable resource for students and researchers. The notes include synopses of the ClimateGate documents and links to original source data. The effort involved in categorizing topics like swine flu and Gitmo Nation for SEO discoverability is emphasized. Keywords: [show notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-notes.md), [research](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/research.md), [seo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seo.md), bishop hill, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Timmy Geithner, Glass-Steagall Act Repeal, Financial Crisis Tools (27:56–35:43) Congressman Michael Burgess grills Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner during a C-SPAN hearing regarding the 2008 financial collapse. The discussion focuses on the repeal of the Glass-Steagall Act under Bill Clinton and Geithner's refusal to support its reinstatement. Geithner's ties to Goldman Sachs and the concept of "too big to fail" banks are scrutinized. Keywords: [timothy geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/timothy-geithner.md), congressman burgess, [glass-steagall act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glass-steagall-act.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [banking regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking-regulation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/6.md) ### 7. TARP Program Oversight, Small Business Uncertainty, Tax Relief (35:43–43:26) The Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) is discussed as a lingering tax liability for Americans. Congressman Burgess argues that small businesses are afraid to hire due to uncertainty surrounding healthcare and energy regulations. A debate ensues over the effectiveness of the 2003 tax relief versus the current administration's stimulus policies. Keywords: [tarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tarp.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), tax relief, michael burgess, [timothy geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/timothy-geithner.md), job recovery [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Mammogram Guidelines, Kathleen Sebelius, HHS Advisory Panel (43:29–47:19) The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) releases controversial new guidelines suggesting women do not need mammograms until age 50. Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is seen backtracking on the panel's recommendations during an interview with Ann Curry. The hosts criticize the patronizing nature of the government's communication regarding women's health. Keywords: [mammograms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mammograms.md), [kathleen sebelius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathleen-sebelius.md), [hhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hhs.md), [breast cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breast-cancer.md), screening guidelines, [ann curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-curry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Patient Protection Affordable Care Act, Vaccine Mandates, Pharma Profits (47:21–56:11) An analysis of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act suggests the legislation mandates coverage for vaccines recommended by industry-connected panels. The discussion links new screening guidelines for mammograms and pap smears to the development of new vaccines, such as those for breast cancer. The hosts argue that the medical industry is shifting from treatment to high-profit "prevention" through immunization. Keywords: [affordable care act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affordable-care-act.md), [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), breast cancer vaccine, [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md), [prevention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prevention.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Wayne Dyer, PBS Fundraising, Monsanto Sponsorship (56:12–1:01:09) Self-help author Wayne Dyer is featured in a clip discussing the $125 million he has raised for public television. The hosts contrast the "spiritual energy" Dyer describes with the reality of corporate underwriting on PBS and NPR. They specifically point to Monsanto's sponsorship of WAMU as evidence that public broadcasting is co-opted by corporate interests. Keywords: wayne dyer, [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [public broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-broadcasting.md), [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md), [corporate sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-sponsorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Donor Recognition, New Knight John Matthews, Global Listeners (1:01:09–1:07:39) John Matthews is dubbed a new "Knight" of the show after contributing over $1,000. The hosts read a list of donors from Alabama, Australia, and the Netherlands, including a "make good" for a donor in Auckland, New Zealand. The segment includes a brief discussion on the Polish pronunciation of the name Eisenstadt and a plug for the Creative Freedom Foundation. Keywords: john matthews, [knight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knight.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), creative freedom foundation [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/11.md) ### 12. No Agenda Business Model, Value for Value, Media Deconstruction (1:07:40–1:13:49) The hosts defend their "value for value" funding model, explaining that listener donations allow them to remain independent of corporate influence. They recount an encounter with venture capitalist John Doerr on Sand Hill Road and discuss the show's growing reach among advertising professionals and airline staff. The goal of the show is presented as deconstructing news in a way mainstream outlets refuse to do. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [independent media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/independent-media.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), sand hill road, [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Swine Flu Adjuvants, Dr. Anne Schuchat, CDC Vaccine Strategy (1:13:50–1:17:19) Reports suggest that U.S. health officials are considering the use of adjuvants to stretch the limited supply of swine flu vaccines. Dr. Anne Schuchat of the CDC is identified as a key figure in the push for these immune boosters. The hosts revisit their prediction that the government would use a manufactured shortage to introduce adjuvants into the general population. Keywords: [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [adjuvants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adjuvants.md), anne schuchat, [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), immune boosters, [vaccine shortage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-shortage.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Meteor Explosion, FAA System Outage, Space War Theory (1:17:19–1:26:33) A massive meteor explosion over the Western United States coincides with a nationwide FAA flight tracking system failure. The hosts propose a theory that the event was actually a test of an EMP device or a tactical missile strike involving the CIA and the Obama administration. They criticize the "shallow" media reporting that blamed the FAA outage on a single circuit board. Keywords: [meteor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meteor.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [denver international airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver-international-airport.md), [emp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emp.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [space war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-war.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Goldman Sachs Thanksgiving PR, Small Business Loans (1:26:34–1:28:19) Goldman Sachs employees volunteer for a Thanksgiving feast in New York City as part of a public relations effort to repair the firm's image. This follows CEO Lloyd Blankfein's controversial comment about doing "God's work." The hosts mock the firm's $500 million commitment to small businesses as a drop in the bucket compared to their profits. Keywords: [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [lloyd blankfein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-blankfein.md), [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md), [pr stunt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pr-stunt.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Afghanistan Agricultural Development Teams, Poppy Crops, Monsanto (1:28:20–1:31:35) An Indiana National Guard unit is deployed to Afghanistan as an Agricultural Development Team (ADT) to assist local farmers. The hosts suggest these units are actually being used to manage the poppy/opium crop. They speculate that Monsanto will eventually introduce genetically modified poppy seeds to the region to increase yields. Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-guard.md), [poppy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy.md), [agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [opium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opium.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Future Vaccine Pipeline, Obesity and Addiction Shots, Detroit Urban Farms (1:31:35–1:38:24) A list of vaccines currently in development is discussed, including shots for cocaine abuse, nicotine addiction, and obesity. The hosts express skepticism over the "science is clear" mantra, questioning the long-term effects of multiple immunizations on children. The segment also briefly mentions the rise of urban farming in Detroit as a response to economic collapse. 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