# Earthquake Machine Strikes Haiti > Military mobilization in Haiti and a new executive order on domestic governors signal a shift in federal power as the media landscape braces for Sarah Palin. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 165 - **Published:** 2010-01-14 - **Length:** 2h 3m - **Topics:** [Haiti Earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti-earthquake.md), Council of Governors, [Sarah Palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), [Monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [Cass Sunstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cass-sunstein.md), [Chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), Stargate Theory - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti ## About this episode The United States Southern Command mobilized with suspicious speed following the devastating earthquake in Haiti, raising questions about military presence and the presence of General P.K. Keane on the ground. This rapid deployment, contrasted with the sluggish response to Hurricane Katrina, coincides with President Obama signing an executive order to establish the Council of Governors. This new body aims to synchronize National Guard and federal military activities, potentially creating a legal framework for domestic martial law during national emergencies. In the political arena, Sarah Palin joins Fox News as an analyst while the book Game Change by John Heilman and Mark Halperin reveals her 2008 campaign struggles, including the strategic use of the name Joe to avoid mispronouncing Joe Biden. Meanwhile, the Massachusetts Senate special election to fill Ted Kennedy’s seat draws heavy funding from pharmaceutical giants Pfizer and Merck. Scientific suppression claims also surface regarding Royal Raymond Rife and his lost cancer-shattering frequency generator, which critics argue was buried by the American Medical Association and the Rockefeller Institute to protect industry profits. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak analyze the psychological impact of James Cameron’s Avatar, citing research by Jonah Lehrer on how 3D cinema decreases frontal lobe activity. The show also highlights the intelligence of crows and the success of PR Associate Maynard in slipping subliminal No Agenda memes into Australian Broadcasting Corporation interviews. The broadcast concludes with a look at the late-night television wars as David Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel mock the scheduling chaos between Jay Leno and Conan O'Brien. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/transcript.md. ### 1. Introduction to Episode 165 and Gitmo Nation (0:01–0:51) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open No Agenda episode 165 on January 14, 2010. Curry broadcasts from the Crackpot Command Center in San Francisco while Dvorak joins from Northern Silicon Valley. The hosts briefly discuss technical issues with a Windows machine before transitioning to the week's news. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), episode 165, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Executive Producer Joshua Judd, Vegan Listeners, and Crow Intelligence (0:52–4:11) Joshua Judd of Tempe, Arizona, is named executive producer after donating $165, representing one dollar for every episode to date. The hosts discuss the presence of vegan listeners and share anecdotes about a local pigeon family at the Command Center. Dvorak notes the high intelligence of crows, specifically their ability to recognize human faces and hold grudges. Keywords: joshua judd, [tempe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tempe.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), [vegans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vegans.md), [crows](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crows.md), [pigeons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pigeons.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/2.md) ### 3. PR Associate Maynard and Subliminal Mind Control on ABC (4:12–11:32) Maynard, a producer at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, is credited as a PR Associate for slipping "No Agenda" references into an interview with Lord Mayor Tate of New South Wales. The hosts analyze audio clips where Maynard uses the phrases "no real agenda" and "in the morning" during the broadcast. They describe these as successful subliminal memes used to identify fellow travelers. Keywords: [maynard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maynard.md), australian broadcasting corporation, lord mayor tate, [new south wales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-south-wales.md), [mind control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mind-control.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Ayn Rand, Atlas Shrugged, and the Rothschild Conspiracy (11:35–13:19) The discussion shifts to Ayn Rand's novel Atlas Shrugged, with a claim that the book was written under orders from Philipp Rothschild. While Dvorak is skeptical, the narrative compares the book's themes of societal collapse to the current political climate under the Obama administration. Reference is also made to John Stossel's media coverage of the book. Keywords: [ayn rand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayn-rand.md), [atlas shrugged](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atlas-shrugged.md), philipp rothschild, [john stossel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-stossel.md), [objectivism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/objectivism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Sarah Palin Joins Fox News as Political Analyst (13:20–15:23) Sarah Palin is announced as a new contributor and analyst for Fox News. The hosts recall early predictions of her vice-presidential candidacy in 2008 based on her credentials on paper. They critique her decision to resign from the Alaska governorship, labeling her a "quitter" while noting her transition to a media role. Keywords: [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), political analyst [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Game Change Book and Palin's 2008 Debate Prep (15:23–23:26) The book Game Change by John Heilman and Mark Halperin reveals behind-the-scenes details of the 2008 McCain-Palin campaign. Campaign strategist Steve Schmidt describes Sarah Palin's struggle during debate prep, specifically her habit of calling Joe Biden "O'Biden." The strategy to ask "Can I call you Joe?" was reportedly a tactic to prevent her from mispronouncing his name on national television. Keywords: game change, john heilman, [mark halperin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-halperin.md), steve schmidt, [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Glenn Beck Interviews Sarah Palin on Ellis Island (23:27–30:30) Glenn Beck interviews Sarah Palin on a set overlooking the Statue of Liberty on Ellis Island. During the segment, Palin credits Beck with the movement to audit the Federal Reserve, seemingly overlooking Ron Paul's long-standing efforts. They discuss the constitutionality of universal health care and the 10th Amendment, with Palin using the phrase "cram down our throat" repeatedly. Keywords: [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), ellis island, [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [health care reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-care-reform.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Massachusetts Senate Special Election and Filibuster Rules (30:31–33:56) The special election to fill Ted Kennedy's vacant Senate seat in Massachusetts becomes a focal point for the future of healthcare legislation. The hosts explain the history and mechanics of the filibuster and the 60-vote cloture requirement. They highlight a fundraiser for Democratic candidate Martha Coakley hosted by major pharmaceutical companies including Pfizer, Merck, and Eli Lilly. Keywords: martha coakley, [massachusetts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/massachusetts.md), [filibuster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/filibuster.md), [cloture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloture.md), [healthcare industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare-industry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Royal Raymond Rife and the Suppressed Cancer Cure (33:57–41:14) A documentary titled The Rise and Fall of a Scientific Genius details the work of Royal Raymond Rife in the 1920s and 30s. Rife reportedly developed high-magnification microscopes and a frequency generator capable of shattering cancer cells. The narrative alleges that the American Medical Association and the Rockefeller Institute suppressed this technology to protect the revenue streams of the healthcare industry. Keywords: royal raymond rife, [cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), frequency generator, rockefeller institute, [ama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ama.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Sarah Palin's Television Appeal and Executive Experience (41:14–43:29) The hosts debate Sarah Palin's effectiveness as a media personality and her historical significance. While one host critiques her analytical depth, the other defends her executive experience in Alaska and her status as a high-profile female political figure. Comparisons are made to Geraldine Ferraro's 1984 vice-presidential run. Keywords: [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), geraldine ferraro, [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), [television](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television.md), executive experience [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Neurological Effects of 3D Movies and Avatar (43:29–47:32) Research by Jonah Lehrer suggests that watching 3D movies causes a decrease in frontal lobe activity compared to 2D viewing. The hosts discuss the massive success of James Cameron's Avatar and express concern over the psychological impact of immersive 3D technology. They suggest the medium may be used for advanced forms of audience manipulation or mind control. Keywords: [avatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/avatar.md), [3d movies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/3d-movies.md), jonah lehrer, frontal lobes, [james cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-cameron.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/11.md) ### 12. History of Subliminal Advertising and Sensory Manipulation (47:32–55:41) The discussion explores the history of subliminal messaging in media, from 1950s cinema to modern casino environments. Steve Wynn's use of specific fragrances like coconut and banana oil at the Mirage Hotel is cited as a method to relax gamblers and increase spending. The hosts also note the use of high-speed "transition bumpers" on news networks like Fox as a form of modern brainwashing. Keywords: [subliminal advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subliminal-advertising.md), [coca-cola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coca-cola.md), [fight club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fight-club.md), mirage hotel, [steve wynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-wynn.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Chantix Smoking Cessation Drug and Severe Side Effects (55:41–1:03:26) A two-minute television advertisement for the smoking cessation drug Chantix is analyzed for its extensive list of warnings. The FAA has banned the drug's use by air traffic controllers due to risks of mania, hostility, and suicidal thoughts. The hosts mock the "life-threatening skin rash" warning and the Sopranos-esque accent of the actress in the commercial. Keywords: [chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [varenicline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/varenicline.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Monsanto Genetically Modified Corn and Organ Damage (1:03:29–1:12:47) A study published in the International Journal of Biological Sciences links Monsanto's genetically modified corn to organ damage in lab rats. The hosts discuss Monsanto's business strategy as their Roundup Ready patents approach expiration in 2014. They review the company's history of failed products, including bovine growth hormone and the Flavor Saver tomato. Keywords: [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [gmo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmo.md), [roundup ready](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundup-ready.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), organ failure [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Swine Flu Pandemic Investigation and Pharmaceutical Scams (1:12:48–1:19:15) The World Health Organization faces scrutiny over its declaration of the H1N1 swine flu pandemic, which led to billions of dollars in vaccine contracts. Critics argue the pharmaceutical industry hyped the threat to sell medicine, noting that actual death tolls were significantly lower than seasonal flu averages. The hosts mention Donald Rumsfeld's financial ties to Tamiflu production. Keywords: [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md), [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [tamiflu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tamiflu.md), [donald rumsfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-rumsfeld.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/15.md) ### 16. No Agenda Donation Crisis and Producer Credits (1:19:15–1:24:14) The hosts address a significant drop in listener donations, calling it the worst week since the show's inception. They speculate that poor cover art or a lack of urgency in previous episodes contributed to the decline. Credits are given to several donors, including Gabriel Harper, Benjamin Salin, and Gary Turner, while emphasizing the need for a "value for value" model. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [randy asher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/randy-asher.md), [paul t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-t.md), joshua judd [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Power of Three and New Monthly Donation Tier (1:24:15–1:28:07) Citing the "Power of Three" in marketing and psychology, the hosts propose a new $30 monthly donation tier. They note the frequent appearance of the number 33 in government war funding requests and news reports about insurgent casualties. The goal is to establish a stable financial base to eventually increase the show's frequency to three episodes per week. Keywords: [numerology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/numerology.md), power of three, [monthly donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monthly-donations.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Coordinating Show Art and Gallery Plans (1:28:08–1:32:34) Adam and John discuss the logistics of managing volunteer artists who provide the show's album art. They consider paying artists for their work to ensure consistency and quality. A plan is proposed to create a web gallery to showcase all submitted artwork, rather than just the piece selected for the episode's metadata. Keywords: [show art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-art.md), [randy asher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/randy-asher.md), [paul t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-t.md), [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), website gallery [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Yemen Conflict and the Aden Stargate Theory (1:32:35–1:35:56) A fringe theory suggests the military presence in the Gulf of Aden is related to an underwater "Stargate" located seven miles below the surface. The hosts discuss the concentration of international warships in the region, officially there for Somali pirates, but potentially monitoring the activation of this portal. The segment also touches on the alleged use of "earthquake machines" or HAARP technology. 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Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [southcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southcom.md), [port-au-prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-au-prince.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Executive Order Establishing the Council of Governors (1:42:22–1:43:58) President Obama signs an executive order creating a Council of Governors to coordinate state and federal military activities. The hosts interpret this as a move to synchronize the National Guard with federal forces for homeland defense. They suggest this provides a legal framework for the implementation of martial law during national emergencies. Keywords: [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), council of governors, [national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-guard.md), homeland defense, [martial law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martial-law.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/21.md) ### 22. CIA Infiltration and the Khost Base Bombing (1:43:58–1:50:51) Former CIA officer Michael Scheuer discusses the December 30 bombing in Afghanistan that killed seven CIA agents. The interview touches on past opportunities to capture Osama bin Laden that were allegedly blocked by the Clinton administration. The hosts question the official narrative of the double-agent suicide bomber and suggest the possibility of internal CIA purges. 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Keywords: [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [food stamps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-stamps.md), [jp morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [middle class](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-class.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/23.md) ### 24. JPMorgan Healthcare Conference and Pharmaceutical Pipelines (1:53:14–1:54:45) The 27th annual JPMorgan Healthcare Conference takes place in San Francisco, drawing executives from major pharmaceutical firms. The hosts discuss how these companies present their "pipelines" to investors, focusing on high-profit products like vaccines for smoking and cancer. They argue the industry prioritizes long-term treatment over actual cures. Keywords: [jp morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan.md), healthcare conference, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Cass Sunstein and Government Infiltration of Conspiracy Groups (1:54:46–1:58:31) Obama administration official Cass Sunstein authored a paper suggesting the government should "cognitively infiltrate" online groups that promote conspiracy theories. Sunstein argues that such groups suffer from "crippled epistemology" due to limited information sources. The hosts suggest this confirms the presence of government shills in online chat rooms and social networks to undermine alternative narratives. Keywords: [cass sunstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cass-sunstein.md), [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md), [cognitive infiltration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognitive-infiltration.md), crippled epistemology, [obama administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-administration.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Late Night Wars and David Letterman Monologue (1:58:31–2:03:28) The show concludes with a discussion of the "Late Night Wars" between Conan O'Brien, Jay Leno, and NBC. A clip from David Letterman's monologue is played, mocking the network's scheduling conflicts and the potential departure of Conan. The hosts also mention Jimmy Kimmel's parody of Jay Leno before signing off for the week. 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