# Boiling Ocean

> Global elites at Davos demand a total reimagining of food systems and climate finance while populist resistance grows against 15-minute cities and biomedical surveillance.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1522
- **Published:** 2023-01-19
- **Length:** 3h 4m
- **Topics:** Davos 2023, [Petrodollar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petrodollar.md), mRNA Flu Vaccine, [15-Minute Cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/15-minute-cities.md), [Jacinda Ardern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacinda-ardern.md), Leopard 2 Tanks
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean

## About this episode

Al Gore delivered a high-energy speech at the 2023 World Economic Forum in Davos, claiming greenhouse gases are boiling the oceans with the heat equivalent of 600,000 Hiroshima-class atomic bombs daily. The former Vice President joined global leaders like Ursula von der Leyen and John Kerry to demand a radical overhaul of the World Bank and global finance to combat a looming climate poly-crisis. These declarations coincide with the surprise resignation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who cited exhaustion after years of enforcing strict COVID-19 mandates.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the Green Deal Industrial Plan to subsidize net-zero technology while criticizing the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act for creating an unfair playing field. Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla confirmed clinical trials for an mRNA-based flu vaccine are underway, just as California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 2098 to punish physicians for COVID-19 misinformation. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia signaled a potential end to the petrodollar system by opening trade settlements to the Euro and Chinese Yuan. In the South Pacific, the French military tracked a Chinese missile destroyer operating 6,000 miles from its home base near French Polynesia.

Technical glitches and vocal strain didn't stop the deconstruction of the 15-minute city protests in Oxford, where residents are reportedly vandalizing traffic barricades. The hosts analyze the linguistic similarities between Ron DeSantis and Glenn Greenwald while reviewing the satirical film The Pentagon Wars. Sir Dale Muzziko joins the ranks of the No Agenda knighthood as the value-for-value model continues to provide an alternative to the $50 million contract disputes currently roiling conservative media.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/transcript.md.

### 1. King Tide Phenomenon, Davos Climate Change Coverage (0:00–1:55)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 1522 by discussing the "King Tide" affecting Northern Silicon Valley, a worldwide phenomenon where the alignment of the sun and moon raises tides significantly. The conversation transitions to the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland. The hosts prepare to deconstruct the globalist agenda and climate change narratives emerging from the summit.

Keywords: king tide, [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Jacinda Ardern Resignation, New Zealand Prime Minister Departure (1:55–5:30)

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her surprise resignation on January 19, 2023, stating she no longer has "enough in the tank" to lead. While official reports cite exhaustion and declining popularity due to COVID-19 restrictions, the hosts discuss a recent "hot mic" incident where she insulted an opposition leader. Speculation arises regarding her potential future roles in international think tanks or global organizations.

Keywords: [jacinda ardern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacinda-ardern.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [prime minister](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prime-minister.md), [resignation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resignation.md), [hot mic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-mic.md), covid restrictions

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Horowitz COVID-19 Illness, Audio Quality Standards (5:30–6:56)

The hosts discuss the health of media personality Horowitz, who is currently suffering from a recurring case of COVID-19 with fever and chills. This leads to a technical discussion about the ability of professional broadcasters to maintain high-quality vocal delivery despite physical illness. Adam Curry notes his obsession with minor audio distractions like background buzzes that listeners might not notice.

Keywords: [horowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/horowitz.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), sickness

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Olena Zelenska Davos Speech, John Kerry Climate Plea (6:56–9:11)

Olena Zelenska, the First Lady of Ukraine, delivered a passionate plea at Davos for global leaders to use their influence to end the war and support Ukrainian children. Following her speech, U.S. Climate Envoy John Kerry described the mission of "saving the planet" as almost extraterrestrial. Kerry emphasized that a select group of human beings has been "touched" to lead the charge against environmental collapse.

Keywords: [olena zelenska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olena-zelenska.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Ursula von der Leyen, Green Deal Industrial Plan (9:12–13:14)

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the "Green Deal Industrial Plan" at Davos, focusing on net-zero technology like heat pumps and wind energy. She expressed frustration with the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act, arguing that American subsidies create an unfair playing field for European companies. Von der Leyen also criticized China for providing hidden subsidies to its own green tech industries while restricting market access.

Keywords: [ursula von der leyen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ursula-von-der-leyen.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [green deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-deal.md), [subsidies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subsidies.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [inflation reduction act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation-reduction-act.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Johan Rockström, Global Poly-Crisis and Tipping Points (13:15–15:46)

Scientist Johan Rockström warned Davos attendees that the Earth has reached 1.2 degrees Celsius of warming, nearing a "physical limit" of 1.5 degrees. He argued that crossing this threshold risks triggering multiple climate tipping points, including the melting of the Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets. Rockström framed climate change as the core of a "poly-crisis" involving food systems, energy, and geopolitical instability.

Keywords: johan rockström, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [tipping points](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tipping-points.md), poly-crisis, [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), greenland ice sheet

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Al Gore Davos Rant, Boiling Oceans and Rain Bombs (15:46–21:12)

Al Gore delivered a high-energy speech at Davos 2023, claiming the atmosphere is being used as an "open sewer" for 162 million tons of greenhouse gas daily. He stated that accumulated heat is equivalent to 600,000 Hiroshima-class atomic bombs exploding every day, which he claims is "boiling the oceans." Gore warned of "rain bombs" and a future with one billion climate refugees, threatening the capacity for self-governance.

Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [greenhouse gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenhouse-gas.md), [hiroshima bombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hiroshima-bombs.md), [atmospheric rivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atmospheric-rivers.md), rain bombs

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Climate Finance, World Bank Leadership Criticism (21:12–23:42)

Al Gore called for a massive scale-up in climate finance and a reduction in "anti-climate" subsidies for fossil fuels. He specifically demanded new leadership at the World Bank to increase leverage for green investments. The hosts note that current World Bank head David Malpass, a Republican appointee, has become a target for climate activists seeking more aggressive institutional shifts.

Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [world bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-bank.md), [climate finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-finance.md), [fossil fuels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fossil-fuels.md), [david malpass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-malpass.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/8.md)

### 9. 15-Minute Cities, Oxford Traffic Barricades and Vandalism (23:43–27:52)

The "15-minute city" urban planning concept is being implemented in cities like Oxford, UK, where traffic filters and barricades restrict car movement to encourage walking and cycling. Reports indicate widespread vandalism of these barriers by residents who view the policy as undemocratic and restrictive. Proponents at Davos argue that changing the physical environment is the easiest way to force a sustainable, car-free lifestyle.

Keywords: [15-minute cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/15-minute-cities.md), [oxford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford.md), [urban planning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-planning.md), traffic filters, [civil disobedience](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-disobedience.md), [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Albert Bourla, Pfizer mRNA Flu Vaccine Development (27:54–29:23)

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla discussed the progress of an mRNA-based flu vaccine during an interview at Davos. He indicated that clinical trial data is expected in the first half of 2023, with a potential launch later in the year. Bourla also confirmed that Pfizer is experimenting with a combined COVID-19 and flu vaccine to streamline future immunization efforts.

Keywords: [albert bourla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/albert-bourla.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), [flu vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-vaccine.md), [clinical trials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinical-trials.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Rebel News, Confronting Albert Bourla and Klaus Schwab (29:25–34:35)

Reporters from Rebel News hounded Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla on the streets of Davos, questioning him about vaccine transmission claims and corporate profits. A separate attempt by an independent Japanese journalist to interview Klaus Schwab failed after she identified herself as "independent," causing Schwab to end the interaction. The hosts remark on the lack of visible security for these high-profile figures in Switzerland.

Keywords: rebel news, [albert bourla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/albert-bourla.md), [klaus schwab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klaus-schwab.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [citizen journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citizen-journalism.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Polar Bear Attack in Alaska, Climate Change Narrative (34:34–36:06)

A rare polar bear attack in the village of Wales, Alaska, resulted in the deaths of a woman and a young boy. Media reports and experts attributed the encounter to decreasing sea ice, which supposedly forces bears further inland. The hosts express skepticism toward the immediate linking of this specific tragedy to the broader climate change narrative.

Keywords: [polar bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-bear.md), [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), wales alaska, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [sea ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-ice.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/12.md)

### 13. UN Secretary General, Global Food System Reimagining (36:06–38:44)

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres addressed Davos, highlighting the deep divisions between wealthy nations and the "Global South." Simultaneously, a global streaming event co-hosted by the Rockefeller Foundation focused on "reimagining food systems" post-COVID-19. The initiative explores shifting away from traditional beef consumption toward more "sustainable" and "resilient" food sources.

Keywords: [antonio guterres](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antonio-guterres.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [rockefeller foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rockefeller-foundation.md), [food systems](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-systems.md), [global south](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-south.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/13.md)

### 14. mRNA in Livestock, Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Gummies (38:45–41:39)

The hosts discuss concerns among ranchers and consumers regarding the potential introduction of mRNA vaccines into the cattle supply and vegetables. In a lighter segment, they review a promotional "Kraft Macaroni and Cheese" gummy product. Despite its appearance, the gummies reportedly taste like citrus rather than pasta, serving as a marketing gimmick.

Keywords: [mrna vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna-vaccines.md), [cattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cattle.md), [kraft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kraft.md), gummies, [food supply](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-supply.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Saudi Arabia, Petrodollar and Trade Currency Shifts (41:41–45:03)

Saudi Arabia's Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan told Bloomberg at Davos that the kingdom is open to discussing trade settlements in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, including the Euro and the Chinese Yuan. This signals a potential shift away from the decades-old petrodollar system. The hosts discuss the historical significance of the dollar as the global reserve currency and the risks faced by nations that challenge it.

Keywords: [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [petrodollar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petrodollar.md), [yuan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yuan.md), [trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade.md), [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Jamie Dimon, Bitcoin Fraud and Blockchain Technology (45:04–48:17)

JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon reiterated his stance at Davos that Bitcoin is a "hyped-up fraud" and a "pet rock." While dismissive of Bitcoin's scarcity and value, Dimon expressed support for blockchain as a functional ledger technology for moving information and money. The hosts suggest Dimon's comments may be intended to promote centralized stablecoins like USDC over decentralized assets.

Keywords: [jamie dimon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamie-dimon.md), [jp morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [blockchain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blockchain.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/16.md)

### 17. FTX Scandal, Congressional Donations and Bail Mystery (48:18–51:34)

New analysis reveals that 196 members of Congress accepted campaign donations from FTX executives, including Sam Bankman-Fried. The hosts discuss the lack of transparency regarding who provided the $250 million recognizance bond for Bankman-Fried's release. They argue that the donated funds should be returned to the defrauded depositors and shareholders of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange.

Keywords: [ftx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ftx.md), [sam bankman-fried](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-bankman-fried.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), coindesk, bail

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Ron DeSantis, Florida Biomedical Protections vs. Trump (51:35–56:13)

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced permanent protections against "coercive biomedical policies," including bans on vaccine passports and mask mandates. DeSantis criticized the "biomedical security state" and the marginalization of those who declined COVID-19 injections. The hosts analyze the growing political rift between DeSantis and Donald Trump, who continues to defend the "Operation Warp Speed" vaccine rollout.

Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), biomedical security state

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Florida Accents, Glenn Greenwald and Rand Paul (56:14–59:26)

The hosts engage in a linguistic analysis of Governor Ron DeSantis's speaking style, comparing his cadence and pronunciation to journalist Glenn Greenwald and Senator Rand Paul. They explore whether these similarities are due to a shared Florida "milieu" or specific regional accents from North Carolina and Kentucky. The discussion focuses on the "feud" vs. "food" vowel shift and other southern affectations.

Keywords: [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), florida accent, [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/19.md)

### 20. California AB 2098, Medical Misinformation Law (59:27–1:02:12)

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2098, which allows the state medical board to punish physicians for disseminating "misinformation" related to COVID-19. The hosts label this the "no second opinion" bill, arguing it effectively silences doctors who disagree with government health edicts. They predict this legislation will be a significant political liability for Newsom's future career.

Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [ab 2098](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ab-2098.md), [medical misinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-misinformation.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/20.md)

### 21. China COVID-19 Data, Cell Phone Subscription Drop (1:02:12–1:06:46)

Reports from NTD and Epoch Times highlight a suspicious drop of 21 million cell phone subscriptions in China during the early stages of the pandemic in 2020. While Chinese citizens use phones for essential services, the sharp decline suggests a much higher death toll than officially reported. The hosts revisit this statistic, which they first covered in early 2020, as a potential indicator of the CCP's lack of transparency.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), cell phone users, [death toll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death-toll.md), [epoch times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epoch-times.md), [ntd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntd.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/21.md)

### 22. China Death Certificates, Blaming the Surge (1:06:47–1:09:30)

Doctors in China have reportedly been instructed to avoid listing COVID-19 as the cause of death on official certificates, attributing fatalities to underlying conditions like heart disease or asthma instead. This directive aims to keep official mortality numbers low during the current virus surge. The hosts also discuss the narrative shift in the West, where the new wave of variants is being blamed on China's "re-opening."

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [death certificates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death-certificates.md), covid-19 surge, [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md), medical policy

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Twitter COVID-19 Policy, FDA Animal Testing Rules (1:09:32–1:11:54)

A supercut of news anchors warns users to be "extra cautious" when looking for health information on Twitter following the platform's decision to drop its COVID-19 misinformation policy. In separate news, the FDA will no longer require animal testing before human drug trials, a move praised by animal rights groups but questioned by those concerned about human safety in early-stage pharmaceutical research.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [misinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misinformation.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [animal testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animal-testing.md), drug trials

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Orthrus Variant, Twitter Files FBI Timeline (1:11:55–1:17:21)

The latest COVID-19 variant has been nicknamed "Orthrus," following the "Kraken" moniker, continuing a trend of using Greek mythological monsters. Meanwhile, journalist Michael Shellenberger released new "Twitter Files" detailing how the FBI discredited the Hunter Biden laptop story in 2020. The reports reveal that former FBI agents working at Twitter had their own private Slack channel to coordinate with the bureau.

Keywords: orthrus variant, [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [michael shellenberger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-shellenberger.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Ukraine Helicopter Crash, Interior Minister Death (1:17:22–1:22:05)

A helicopter crash in Brovary, a suburb of Kyiv, killed Ukraine's Interior Minister Denys Monastirskiy and several other high-ranking officials. The French-made Super Puma helicopter went down near a kindergarten, resulting in 16 total deaths, including children. While an investigation is underway, officials have not yet attributed the crash to a Russian attack, citing heavy fog and potential mechanical failure as factors.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [helicopter crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helicopter-crash.md), denys monastirskiy, [kyiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyiv.md), brovary, super puma

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Patriot Missile Batteries, Mark Rutte in Washington (1:22:06–1:26:37)

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte visited President Joe Biden at the White House, announcing that the Netherlands will join the U.S. and Germany in providing Patriot missile defense equipment to Ukraine. President Zelensky claimed Ukraine would receive a full third battery, though Rutte clarified the Dutch contribution is supplemental. The hosts discuss the limited effectiveness of these systems given the vast geographic size of Ukraine.

Keywords: [mark rutte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-rutte.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [patriot missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-missiles.md), [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Pentagon Wars, Bradley Fighting Vehicle History (1:26:38–1:28:53)

The hosts recommend the 1998 film *The Pentagon Wars*, which satirizes the dysfunctional development of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle. They draw parallels between the film's depiction of military-industrial complex waste and the current shipment of older Bradley units to Ukraine. The vehicle, originally a troop carrier, became a "white elephant" due to conflicting design requirements and cost overruns.

Keywords: pentagon wars, [kelsey grammer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kelsey-grammer.md), [bradley fighting vehicle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bradley-fighting-vehicle.md), [military-industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Turkey F-16 Sale, Congressional Opposition (1:28:53–1:32:02)

The Biden administration is moving forward with a plan to sell F-16 fighter jets and modernization kits to Turkey, despite strong opposition from Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chair Bob Menendez. The deal is complicated by Turkey's tensions with Greece and its exclusion from the F-35 program. The hosts discuss the aging nature of the F-16 airframe and the ongoing "boondoggle" of the F-35 program.

Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [f-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [bob menendez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-menendez.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [f-35](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-35.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/28.md)

### 29. TSA Anti-Tank Weapon, Putin Missile Factory Visit (1:32:03–1:34:33)

TSA agents at San Antonio International Airport discovered an anti-tank weapon in a checked bag, which the passenger had reportedly declared at check-in. In Russia, President Vladimir Putin visited a missile factory, claiming that victory in Ukraine is "inevitable" due to the ramping up of the defense industrial complex. Putin reiterated his narrative of "denazifying" Ukraine during the 80th anniversary of the Siege of Leningrad.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [san antonio airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-antonio-airport.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), missile production, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Leopard 2 Tanks, Ukraine Reconstruction Plans (1:34:34–1:41:08)

International pressure is mounting on German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to allow the export of Leopard 2 battle tanks to Ukraine. While Poland and Finland are ready to provide the tanks, Germany holds the veto power over their transfer. At Davos, European leaders also began discussing the "long reconstruction" of Ukraine, which the hosts characterize as the next major financial opportunity for global contractors.

Keywords: leopard 2 tanks, [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [olaf scholz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olaf-scholz.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [reconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reconstruction.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Chinese Warship in South Pacific, French Polynesia (1:41:08–1:45:54)

The French military spotted a Chinese missile destroyer near French Polynesia and New Caledonia, over 6,000 miles from its home base. Experts suggest this demonstrates the PLA Navy's growing ability to operate at long ranges, possibly utilizing new diplomatic ties in the South Pacific for refueling. Simultaneously, a Chinese aircraft carrier group was reported near Guam, a critical U.S. military and communications hub.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), warship, [south pacific](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-pacific.md), french polynesia, [guam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guam.md), pla navy

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Steven Crowder, Daily Wire Contract Dispute (1:45:55–1:51:52)

Conservative commentator Steven Crowder sparked a public feud with "Big Con" after revealing a redacted contract that docked pay for social media de-platforming. Crowder argued the terms incentivized self-censorship and alignment with Big Tech policies. The hosts discuss how this situation highlights the benefits of the "Value for Value" model, which avoids advertiser and platform-driven restrictions on speech.

Keywords: [steven crowder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steven-crowder.md), [daily wire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-wire.md), [jeremy boring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-boring.md), big con, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [contracts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contracts.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Daily Wire Offer, $50 Million Negotiation (1:51:52–1:55:37)

Daily Wire CEO Jeremy Boring responded to Steven Crowder's "Big Con" video by revealing the details of their $50 million, four-year opening offer. Boring explained that the pay-docking clauses were standard business protections against the loss of advertising revenue from platforms like YouTube. The hosts find the $50 million figure staggering and contrast it with their own independent production model.

Keywords: [daily wire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-wire.md), [steven crowder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steven-crowder.md), [jeremy boring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-boring.md), [contract](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contract.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/33.md)

### 34. No Agenda Art, Episode 1521 Review (1:55:38–2:02:02)

The hosts review the listener-submitted artwork for episode 1521, "The Health Scare System," praising the "No Agenda Super Shot" by Capitalist Agenda. They discuss the history of the No Agenda Art Generator and the importance of visual branding for show discovery. Adam Curry also mentions using "Joey's Files" by Darren O'Neill for the show's newsletter.

Keywords: [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [capitalist agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalist-agenda.md), joey's files, [darren o'neill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darren-o-neill.md), [podcast art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Executive Producer Donations, Tech Industry Layoffs (2:02:02–2:13:02)

During the donor thank-you segment, the hosts discuss the massive wave of layoffs hitting the tech sector, including 10,000 jobs at Microsoft and 18,000 at Amazon. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella cited a global recession and changing consumer spending as reasons for the cuts. The hosts attribute the bloat to excessive pandemic-era hiring and predict more "middle management" reductions across the industry.

Keywords: [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [layoffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/layoffs.md), [tech industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-industry.md), [satya nadella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satya-nadella.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Donor Thank-Yous, Union Pacific Badge (2:13:03–2:17:30)

John C. Dvorak receives a genuine Union Pacific Railroad badge from a donor in Nebraska, prompting a brief "get off the tracks" bit. The hosts continue their "Value for Value" segment, thanking individual donors who contributed $50 or more. They emphasize that these contributions sustain the show's independence from corporate influence and advertising.

Keywords: [union pacific](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/union-pacific.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [omaha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omaha.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Birthday Announcements, Baronet Promotion (2:17:30–2:20:58)

The hosts read birthday wishes for members of the "No Agenda" community and announce the promotion of Sir Thirsty to Baronet status. Sir Thirsty reached the milestone after over nine years of consistent monthly support. The segment also includes several "F-Cancer" karma requests for producers and their family members facing health challenges.

Keywords: sir thirsty, [baronet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baronet.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [f-cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-cancer.md), [no agenda roundtable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-roundtable.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Knighting Ceremony, Sir Dale Muzziko (2:20:59–2:23:37)

Dale Muzziko is knighted as "Sir Dale Muzziko, Knight of the Red Tail Ranch" following a $1,000 donation. The hosts perform the traditional knighting ceremony, offering a list of humorous "rewards" like "Hookers and Blow" and "Rent Boys Chardonnay." They also discuss the logistics of sending out No Agenda signet rings and the inclusion of George Washington sealing wax stamps in the packages.

Keywords: dale muzziko, [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), red tail ranch, [signet ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-ring.md), [sealing wax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sealing-wax.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Indiana Meetup Report, Upcoming Events (2:23:38–2:28:21)

A detailed audio report from a large No Agenda meetup in Indiana features voices from Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and St. Louis. The attendees discuss local "peace talks" between city groups and the rising price of eggs. The hosts then list upcoming meetups in Idaho, Ontario, North Carolina, Las Vegas, and California, encouraging listeners to find community through these local gatherings.

Keywords: [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), carmel indiana, [fort wayne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-wayne.md), [no agenda meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-meetups.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Costco Wine Recommendation, Robert Craig Winery (2:28:22–2:32:27)

Adam Curry shares a wine recommendation from a fellow producer: the 2020 Kirkland Signature Bordeaux Superior, which retails for approximately $7 at Costco. John C. Dvorak confirms it is a high-quality "Easter egg" wine that he buys by the case. They also discuss the Robert Craig Winery, for which Dvorak built the original website in exchange for wine in the early days of the internet.

Keywords: [kirkland signature](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kirkland-signature.md), [bordeaux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bordeaux.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), robert craig winery, [wine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/40.md)

### 41. CNET AI Journalism, Permalancing Trends (2:32:28–2:35:40)

Tech news outlet CNET was caught publishing dozens of financial explainer articles generated by AI without clear disclosure to readers. The discovery sparked concerns about the future of entry-level writing jobs and the accuracy of automated journalism. The hosts also discuss "permalancing," a labor trend where workers are hired as long-term freelancers without benefits, allowing companies to avoid traditional employment costs.

Keywords: [cnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnet.md), [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), permalancing, gail brayton

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/41.md)

### 42. TikTok Ban Legislation, Surveillance Concerns (2:35:41–2:40:58)

U.S. lawmakers and officials, including FBI Director Christopher Wray and Senator Josh Hawley, are pushing for a total ban on TikTok due to national security and surveillance concerns. Proponents argue the app is "sheep's clothing" for a sophisticated data collection tool controlled by the Chinese government. The hosts suggest the push is also driven by Silicon Valley competitors who are losing significant advertising revenue to the platform.

Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [bytedance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bytedance.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [brendan carr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brendan-carr.md), [josh hawley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-hawley.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Biden Phone Call Parody, MLK Day Gaffe (2:40:59–2:44:09)

The hosts play a parody audio clip of President Biden discussing "Operation Crash and Burn" with Hunter Biden. This leads to a real clip from a Martin Luther King Jr. Day event where President Biden struggled to remember the name of Arndrea Waters King while singing "Happy Birthday" to her. The hosts mock the President's frequent memory lapses and awkward public singing.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [martin luther king jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-luther-king-jr.md), [happy birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/happy-birthday.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Global "Right-Wing" Extremism Narrative, France Trial (2:44:09–2:47:16)

A trial in France involving a group accused of plotting against President Macron is being framed by media as part of an international pattern of "self-radicalized" right-wing groups. The hosts argue that mainstream conservative and populist movements in Sweden, Poland, Italy, and the U.S. are being systematically labeled as "terrorist" threats by the establishment. They compare the narrative to the coverage of January 6th and the Brazilian protests.

Keywords: [extremism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extremism.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macron.md), [populism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/populism.md), [january 6th](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6th.md), [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Solomon Peña Arrest, New Mexico Shootings (2:47:16–2:50:26)

Failed Republican candidate Solomon Peña was arrested in New Mexico for allegedly orchestrating shootings at the homes of four Democratic lawmakers. Peña, who claimed his election loss was fraudulent, reportedly hired accomplices to fire bullets into the residences, including one where a 10-year-old girl was present. The hosts discuss the case and the potential for it to be used to further the "MAGA extremist" narrative.

Keywords: solomon peña, [new mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-mexico.md), [election denial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-denial.md), [political violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-violence.md), shootings

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/45.md)

### 46. North Korea Dialect Law, Budget Meeting (2:50:27–2:52:03)

North Korea has adopted a new law to protect the "cultured Pyongyang dialect" and crack down on South Korean styles of speech and foreign pop culture. The measure was discussed during a budget meeting that leader Kim Jong-un did not attend. The law is seen as an effort to tighten ideological control and prevent the influence of South Korean "K-pop" culture on the youth.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), pyongyang dialect, [k-pop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/k-pop.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Jeremy Clarkson, Meghan Markle Controversy (2:52:04–2:56:03)

British TV host Jeremy Clarkson faced intense backlash and potential firing by Amazon Prime after writing a satirical column about Meghan Markle in *The Sun*. Clarkson referenced a *Game of Thrones* scene, expressing a desire to see the Duchess paraded through the streets. Prince Harry condemned the article as "horrific and cruel," while the hosts discuss the death of comedy and the "dick treasure" status of Clarkson.

Keywords: [jeremy clarkson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-clarkson.md), [meghan markle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meghan-markle.md), [prince harry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prince-harry.md), [amazon prime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-prime.md), [the sun](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-sun.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Outro, Davos Mixes and Sign-off (2:56:04–3:03:57)

The show concludes with a series of listener-produced mixes satirizing Klaus Schwab, the World Economic Forum, and Brian Stelter. The hosts sign off from FEMA Region 6 and Northern Silicon Valley, reminding listeners to check the live stream and upcoming meetups. Final clips touch on California's flavored tobacco ban and Jacinda Ardern's past comments on cannabis.

Keywords: [klaus schwab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klaus-schwab.md), [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [great reset](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/great-reset.md), [15-minute cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/15-minute-cities.md), [tobacco ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tobacco-ban.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/48.md)

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