# No Evidence

> A landmark 1500th broadcast uncovers secret government censorship portals, questions the Nord Stream sabotage narrative, and celebrates fifteen years of the value-for-value media revolution.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1500
- **Published:** 2023-03-15
- **Length:** 4h 32m
- **Topics:** Pelosi Assault, Tech Censorship, [Nord Stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nord-stream.md), mRNA Biodefense, [Value-for-Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [RSV Vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rsv-vaccine.md), C40 Summit
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence

## About this episode

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak celebrate the 1500th episode of No Agenda, marking a 15-year milestone for the value-for-value broadcasting model. The crystal anniversary launch includes a new website architecture by Sir Tim and a deep dive into the conflicting FBI affidavits regarding the assault on Paul Pelosi. While San Francisco court documents detail David DePape’s alleged plan to target Nancy Pelosi, the investigation remains clouded by the absence of primary 911 audio and a reliance on anonymous media sourcing.

President Joe Biden faces scrutiny over a leaked phone call with Volodymyr Zelensky where he demanded more gratitude for a $1 billion weapons package. Domestically, The Intercept revealed a secret portal used by the Biden administration to flag content for tech censorship, despite denials from Karine Jean-Pierre. Geopolitical tensions rise as former CIA analyst Ray McGovern links the Nord Stream sabotage to a text message allegedly sent by Liz Truss to Antony Blinken. Meanwhile, Dr. Robert Malone warns of a bio-defense industrial complex involving DARPA and In-Q-Tel, claiming mRNA technology is being fast-tracked to counter engineered pathogens developed in home garages.

The 1500th broadcast features a marathon knighting ceremony for producers like David Rosa and Sir Matthew Petty, alongside a look back at John C. Dvorak’s early career punching aluminum cans at a Kaiser factory. A viral Starbucks barista video sparks a debate on the medicalization of neurodivergency, while Australian Senator Malcolm Roberts defends the cattle industry against globalist meat-reduction mandates. The episode concludes with a series of fan-produced remixes, marking over a decade of independent media analysis.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/transcript.md.

### 1. No Agenda Episode 1500, Crystal Anniversary Celebration (0:00–4:33)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the 1500th episode of the No Agenda show, marking 15 years of broadcasting. They announce the launch of a new website at noagendashow.net, upgraded by Sir Tim to include Podcasting 2.0 features like chapter marks and art. The hosts reflect on the value-for-value model and the milestone of their "crystal anniversary."

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), episode 1500, crystal anniversary, noagendashow.net

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Paul Pelosi Assault, FBI Affidavit Discrepancies (4:33–12:58)

The investigation into the assault on Paul Pelosi involves conflicting details within FBI affidavits and local San Francisco court documents. Reports indicate the suspect, David DePape, allegedly intended to hold Nancy Pelosi hostage and break her kneecaps if she lied. Media coverage is criticized for relying on anonymous sources and echoing January 6th narratives without providing primary audio of the 911 call.

Keywords: [paul pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-pelosi.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [david depape](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-depape.md), [fbi affidavit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi-affidavit.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/2.md)

### 3. The Intercept, Biden Administration Tech Censorship (12:59–17:44)

The Intercept released a report detailing collusion between the Biden administration and major technology companies to demote or remove specific online content. Documents suggest the existence of a "secret portal" used by government officials to flag alleged misinformation. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre denied participation in such a portal, contradicting previous statements made by Jen Psaki regarding vaccine information flagging.

Keywords: [the intercept](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-intercept.md), [biden administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biden-administration.md), [big tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-tech.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [karine jean-pierre](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karine-jean-pierre.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/3.md)

### 4. New Zealand SIS, Know the Signs Terrorism Initiative (17:44–22:49)

New Zealand's Security Intelligence Service (SIS), led by Rebecca Kitteridge, launched the "Know the Signs" initiative to help citizens identify radicalized individuals. The guide lists 50 indicators of potential terrorism, including opposition to COVID-19 measures or government policies interpreted as infringing on rights. Critics compare the public reporting program to historical surveillance tactics used in authoritarian regimes.

Keywords: [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), sis, rebecca kitteridge, [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md), know the signs

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Ukraine Military Aid, Biden and Zelensky Phone Call (22:49–26:19)

NBC News reported on a June phone call where President Joe Biden expressed frustration with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding military aid. Biden reportedly told Zelensky to show more gratitude after the U.S. authorized a $1 billion weapons package. The reporting is framed as an effort by officials to manage the narrative surrounding the continued multi-billion dollar financial commitment to Ukraine.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [military aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-aid.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Biden Florida Speech, Inflation and Healthcare Claims (26:19–31:04)

President Joe Biden delivered a speech in Florida, introduced by Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, whom he mistakenly referred to as a Senator. During the address, Biden discussed global inflation, the war in Ukraine, and the cost of insulin, claiming he spoke to the inventor of insulin who died in 1941. He asserted that the United States has the lowest inflation rate of any major country.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [debbie wasserman schultz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debbie-wasserman-schultz.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [insulin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insulin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Chuck Schumer Hot Mic, Georgia Election Concerns (31:05–34:50)

A hot mic captured Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer telling President Joe Biden that Democrats are "going downhill" in Georgia. Schumer expressed surprise at the polling strength of Republican candidate Herschel Walker while noting that early voter turnout in the state remained high. The conversation also touched on the Pennsylvania Senate race, suggesting the recent debate did not cause significant damage.

Keywords: [chuck schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-schumer.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [herschel walker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herschel-walker.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Liz Cheney, Democratic Campaigning and Arizona Ballot Boxes (34:52–37:05)

Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney campaigned for Democratic candidates Alyssa Slotkin in Michigan and Tim Ryan in Ohio, citing a need to defend the republic. Meanwhile, in Arizona, a federal judge issued a restraining order against the group Clean Elections USA to prevent armed individuals from intimidating voters at ballot drop boxes. The Justice Department warned that such vigilante security efforts likely violate the Voting Rights Act.

Keywords: [liz cheney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liz-cheney.md), [alyssa slotkin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alyssa-slotkin.md), [tim ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-ryan.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), clean elections usa

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Ray McGovern, New Zealand Media and Russia-Ukraine Analysis (37:07–44:14)

Former CIA analyst Ray McGovern appeared on Democracy Now with Amy Goodman to discuss the geopolitical origins of the Ukraine war. McGovern argued that Vladimir Putin views NATO expansion and missile placements in Romania and Poland as an existential threat. He criticized the New York Times for its reporting on tactical nuclear weapons and called for the media to apologize for its past coverage of Russiagate.

Keywords: [ray mcgovern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ray-mcgovern.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [russiagate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russiagate.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Nord Stream Sabotage, Liz Truss Hacking Allegations (44:15–55:12)

Speculation regarding the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage includes allegations that former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss sent a text message saying "it's done" to Secretary of State Antony Blinken following the explosions. Ray McGovern suggested that the U.S. or UK were responsible for the attack to prevent a permanent energy bond between Russia and Germany. Analysts debate whether Russia would destroy its own $10 billion infrastructure project.

Keywords: [nord stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nord-stream.md), [liz truss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liz-truss.md), [anthony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-blinken.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [sabotage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sabotage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Germany and Russia, Proxy War Dynamics (55:13–57:57)

A discussion explores the possibility that the conflict in Ukraine serves as an indirect proxy war against Germany to interrupt its economic ties with Russia. The hosts consider the influence of German leadership within the European Union and the historical tensions between the U.S. and Germany, including past surveillance of Angela Merkel.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [ursula von der leyen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ursula-von-der-leyen.md), [energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Elon Musk Twitter Acquisition, Verification and Payments (57:58–1:04:06)

Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter has led to proposals for a paid verification system and a shift toward a "super app" model similar to WeChat. Musk is reportedly planning significant staff cuts while facing pressure from civil rights groups like the NAACP regarding content moderation. The discussion focuses on whether Musk's goal is an advertising-based model or a financial services and payments platform.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md), [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md), [payments](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/payments.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/12.md)

### 13. TikTok Ban Proposals, CFIUS Treasury Oversight (1:04:06–1:08:07)

FCC Commissioner Brandon Carr has called for the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CFIUS) to ban TikTok due to national security concerns regarding data management by ByteDance. CFIUS, a division of the Treasury Department, is currently in talks with the company to determine if it should be divested to a U.S.-based firm. The hosts note the irony of similar proposals made during the Trump administration being met with opposition.

Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [bytedance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bytedance.md), [cfius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cfius.md), brandon carr, [treasury department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treasury-department.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/13.md)

### 14. CISA Election Warnings, Rare Lunar Eclipse (1:08:08–1:11:28)

CISA Director Jen Easterly advised voters to expect "normal errors and glitches," such as burst water pipes, during the upcoming midterm elections. Simultaneously, a rare total lunar eclipse is scheduled for November 8th, which will turn the moon red and be visible across North and Central America. The hosts remark on the timing of these events coinciding with Election Day.

Keywords: [cisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisa.md), jen easterly, [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md), [lunar eclipse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-eclipse.md), blood moon

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/14.md)

### 15. C40 World Mayors Summit, Climate Policy Extremes (1:11:29–1:17:32)

The C40 World Mayors Summit in Buenos Aires, chaired by Michael Bloomberg, featured global leaders discussing transitions to a green economy. Austin Mayor Steve Adler was criticized for flying 5,000 miles to attend an event promoting the elimination of fossil fuels. The summit's agenda reportedly includes ambitious goals such as eliminating private vehicles and meat consumption while limiting clothing purchases.

Keywords: c40 summit, [steve adler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-adler.md), [michael bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-bloomberg.md), [buenos aires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buenos-aires.md), [net zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-zero.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/15.md)

### 16. COP27 Egypt, Hydrogen Transition Summit (1:17:32–1:19:23)

The upcoming COP27 climate conference in Egypt will host the Hydrogen Transition Summit, focusing on green hydrogen as a replacement for fossil fuels. Egypt is reportedly investing $40 billion in hydrogen infrastructure with support from international banking partners. The hosts compare the corporate language of the summit brochure to that of a marketing or podcasting conference.

Keywords: [cop27](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop27.md), [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [green hydrogen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-hydrogen.md), [energy transition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-transition.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Just Stop Oil, Climate Activism and Art Protests (1:19:23–1:27:46)

Just Stop Oil activist Amanda Plummer discussed the group's tactics, including throwing tomato soup on a Van Gogh painting and gluing themselves to walls. The 21-year-old student argued that disruptive acts are necessary to generate media attention for the climate crisis and the cost of living in the UK. The hosts analyze the performative nature of the protests and the group's funding via cryptocurrency.

Keywords: [just stop oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/just-stop-oil.md), amanda plummer, [van gogh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/van-gogh.md), climate protest, [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/17.md)

### 18. David Icke 1997 Prediction, Manufactured Viruses (1:27:47–1:31:45)

A 1997 clip of David Icke features him predicting that laboratories would create drug-resistant viruses to cull the population and implement mass global immunization. Icke claimed that elite families view humans as cattle and would use healthcare systems to target the elderly. The hosts revisit this footage to compare it with contemporary discussions regarding lab-leaked pathogens.

Keywords: [david icke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-icke.md), 1997, [vaccination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccination.md), [bioweapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bioweapons.md), [population control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/population-control.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Robert Malone, Biodefense and Engineered Pathogens (1:31:46–1:42:15)

Dr. Robert Malone delivered a lecture in Virginia discussing the shift from offensive to defensive bioweapons research. Malone claimed that the technology to engineer lethal pathogens has become trivial enough for individuals to use in home garages. He suggested that the U.S. government is prioritizing mRNA platforms to enable rapid responses to engineered threats, including those that could target specific ethnic groups.

Keywords: [robert malone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-malone.md), [richard burr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-burr.md), [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), [bioweapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bioweapons.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/19.md)

### 20. CIA and DARPA, mRNA Technology Development (1:42:16–1:49:04)

Dr. Robert Malone asserted that DARPA and the CIA, through its investment arm In-Q-Tel, have been aggressively pushing mRNA technology for over a decade. He described the current situation as a "bio-defense industrial complex" that circumvents normal regulatory procedures to force these products into the market. Malone argued that the intelligence community views this technology as the only viable solution to severe biological threats.

Keywords: [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [in-q-tel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-q-tel.md), [moderna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moderna.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Pandemic Response, Intelligence Operations and Brainwashing (1:49:05–1:56:22)

The hosts analyze Dr. Robert Malone's claims, debating whether his public appearances are part of a sophisticated intelligence operation. They discuss the concept of "mass formation" and the potential for the public to be brainwashed by government narratives. The conversation touches on alternative health measures, such as Vitamin D3, and the role of the "glowy" (intelligence-linked) figures in the alternative media space.

Keywords: [psychological operations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychological-operations.md), [brainwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brainwashing.md), [robert malone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-malone.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [vitamin d3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vitamin-d3.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Pfizer RSV Vaccine, Maternal Immunization (1:56:25–1:58:45)

Pfizer announced that its new RSV vaccine, administered to pregnant women in their late second or third trimester, showed 82% effectiveness in protecting newborns from severe illness. The company plans to submit the vaccine for FDA approval by the end of the year. The hosts express skepticism regarding the timing of the vaccine's release and the safety of maternal immunization.

Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [rsv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rsv.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [maternal health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maternal-health.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Pandemic Amnesty, The Atlantic and Atonement (1:58:47–2:02:08)

Professor Emily Oster published an article in The Atlantic calling for a "pandemic amnesty," suggesting that people should forgive the mistakes made during the COVID-19 response. The hosts argue that amnesty is impossible without atonement and apologies from those who enforced mandates and censored dissenting views. They compare the situation to the lack of accountability for the Russiagate narrative.

Keywords: emily auster, [the atlantic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-atlantic.md), pandemic amnesty, [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [atonement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atonement.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/23.md)

### 24. CDC Pregnancy Vaccine Recommendations, RSV Surge (2:02:08–2:04:38)

The CDC currently recommends that pregnant women receive the inactivated flu vaccine and the Tdap shot. As RSV cases surge across the U.S., straining pediatric hospitals, Pfizer is moving forward with its maternal RSV vaccine. The hosts question the historical safety data for vaccinating pregnant women and the sudden prevalence of RSV reports in the media.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [rsv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rsv.md), [pregnancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pregnancy.md), [flu shot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-shot.md), [hospitals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hospitals.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Global Hospital Capacity, "COVID Soup" and Staffing (2:04:39–2:11:16)

Reports from Australia describe a "COVID variant soup" of mutations, while Montreal Children's Hospital reports ER capacity exceeding 250%. Despite claims of unprecedented overcrowding, video footage from some hospitals shows empty waiting rooms. The hosts suggest that the perceived crisis is driven by a shortage of healthcare staff resulting from vaccine mandates rather than an overwhelming number of patients.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), montreal children's hospital, [rsv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rsv.md), [vaccine mandates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-mandates.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Pharmaceutical Shortages, Adderall and Amoxicillin (2:11:17–2:13:03)

The U.S. is experiencing significant shortages of Adderall and the liquid form of the antibiotic Amoxicillin. Pharmaceutical companies like Teva cite high demand and supply chain issues, while critics suggest the shortages may be a tactic for price gouging. Adderall prescriptions reportedly rose to 41 million in 2021, up from 37 million the previous year.

Keywords: [adderall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adderall.md), [amoxicillin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amoxicillin.md), teva, [drug shortage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-shortage.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Supreme Court, Affirmative Action and College Admissions (2:13:04–2:17:26)

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in cases challenging affirmative action at Harvard and the University of North Carolina. The lawsuits, largely driven by the Asian American community, argue that race-conscious admissions policies unfairly penalize high-achieving students. A ruling expected in June could end the use of race as a factor in higher education and potentially impact corporate hiring practices.

Keywords: [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [affirmative action](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affirmative-action.md), [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), [university of north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-north-carolina.md), [diversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Higher Education Costs, John C. Dvorak's Career History (2:17:27–2:24:39)

John C. Dvorak recounts his time at UC Berkeley, where he worked summer jobs at a Kaiser aluminum can factory and Trailmobile to pay for school. He describes the "ingot" punching process for early extruded aluminum cans and offers advice to students on navigating the workforce. The hosts contrast the low cost of education in the 1960s with the current student loan crisis.

Keywords: university of california berkeley, kaiser aluminum, [trailmobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trailmobile.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Starbucks Barista Viral Video, Neurodivergency Definitions (2:24:39–2:31:09)

A viral video of a distressed Starbucks barista complaining about scheduling and "misgendering" leads to a discussion on the term "neurodivergent." The hosts review definitions from the Cleveland Clinic, which includes conditions like Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, and autism under the neurodiversity umbrella. They question the medical establishment's shift toward using "differences" rather than "deficits" to describe these conditions.

Keywords: [starbucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starbucks.md), [unionization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unionization.md), [neurodivergent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neurodivergent.md), [cleveland clinic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland-clinic.md), [tourette's syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourette-s-syndrome.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/29.md)

### 30. No Agenda Episode 1500, Value-for-Value Milestone (2:31:09–2:40:38)

The hosts celebrate 1,500 episodes and the success of the value-for-value model. They credit the "Time, Talent, and Treasure" of the producers, highlighting the work of Sir Tim on the website and Sir Paul Couture on the show's art. The discussion emphasizes that the show's independent production model allows for a level of creative freedom and community engagement that corporate media cannot replicate.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/30.md)

### 31. No Agenda Community, Meetups and Social Media (2:40:38–2:46:21)

The No Agenda community has expanded into a self-sustaining ecosystem including the No Agenda Social Mastodon instance and a global network of meetups. The hosts acknowledge the "first responders" of the No Agenda Nation who support various projects and spin-off podcasts. They reflect on the evolution of the donation model from a fixed monthly fee to a voluntary contribution system based on perceived value.

Keywords: [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Scaling the Value-for-Value Model, Administrative Challenges (2:46:21–2:54:56)

The hosts address the logistical difficulties of processing over 500 donations for a single episode. They explain that the current manual system for tracking notes, titles, and credits has reached its limit and requires a technological overhaul. For the 1500th episode, they decide to read select notes and move others to future shows to avoid an excessively long broadcast while still honoring all producers.

Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donation notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation-notes.md), [eric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric.md), [back office](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/back-office.md), scaling

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Executive Producer Credits, High-Value Donations (2:54:58–3:13:38)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak read the names and notes of top-tier executive producers for Episode 1500. Major contributors include David Rosa, Dreb Scott, Sir Matthew Petty, and Sir Brian Mass. Several producers are granted peerage titles, including new Barons, Dukes, and Knights, as part of the show's honorary reward system for financial support.

Keywords: [david rosa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-rosa.md), [dreb scott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dreb-scott.md), matthew petty, brian mass, [knighthoods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthoods.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Associate Executive Producer Credits, Peerage Upgrades (3:13:37–3:40:27)

The hosts continue the marathon reading of producer credits, focusing on Associate Executive Producers and those contributing at the $500 level. Numerous listeners are knighted or damed, and several receive "de-douching" certificates. The segment highlights the global reach of the audience, with donors from the U.S., Canada, the Netherlands, and Australia.

Keywords: [associate executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producers.md), [knighthoods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthoods.md), damehoods, [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Producer Credits and Value-for-Value Gratitude (3:40:27–4:02:48)

The final block of producer credits covers donations ranging from $50 to $200. The hosts express deep gratitude for the continued support of the "badass producers" who make the show possible without advertising. They issue "Jobs Karma" and "F-Cancer" shout-outs as requested by the donors, concluding the massive 1500th-episode thank-you segment.

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

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Birthdays, Title Changes, and Knighting Ceremony (4:02:49–4:16:15)

The hosts conduct the formal knighting and daming ceremony for Episode 1500, reading a long list of new titles and peerage upgrades. They also acknowledge birthdays for producers and family members, including Adam's wife, Tina Marie Curry. The segment concludes with the traditional "Mutton and Me" declaration for the new members of the No Agenda roundtable.

Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [damehood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/damehood.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [ceremony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceremony.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/36.md)

### 37. No Agenda Meetup Reports, Global Community Gatherings (4:16:15–4:21:03)

Producers provide audio reports from recent No Agenda meetups in Arlington, Green Bay, and North Idaho. Upcoming gatherings are announced for Brisbane, Australia, and various locations across the U.S. and the Netherlands. The hosts encourage listeners to attend meetups to connect with other members of the "sanity brigade" and experience the community firsthand.

Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [arlington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arlington.md), [green bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-bay.md), [brisbane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brisbane.md), [idaho](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/idaho.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/37.md)

### 38. North Korea Missile Tests, Australian Beef Industry (4:21:03–4:26:59)

The show concludes with news updates on North Korea firing missiles in response to U.S.-South Korean war games. Additionally, Australian Senator Malcolm Roberts is featured defending the cattle industry against "climate change fraud" and the push for lab-grown meat. Roberts argues that the war on red meat is a globalist agenda designed to create food scarcity and increase costs for everyday citizens.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [malcolm roberts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malcolm-roberts.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [beef industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beef-industry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Episode 1500 Outro, Sign-off and Music (4:26:59–4:32:02)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak sign off from the 1500th episode, thanking the producers once more for 15 years of support. They announce the next show for Sunday and close with a series of fan-produced songs and remixes celebrating the milestone. The episode ends with the traditional "Adios, mofos!" and "Hooey hooey!" sign-offs.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), episode 1500, [outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outro.md), [music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/music.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1500-no-evidence/chapter/39.md)

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