# Rousting Granny

> Technological kill switches and international succession plots take center stage as global leaders navigate semiconductor security, Iranian helicopter crashes, and the rise of AI worship.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 1662
- **Published:** 2024-05-23
- **Length:** 3h 3m
- **Topics:** [TSMC](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsmc.md), [ASML](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asml.md), [Haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [OpenAI](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), FIT 21, Malort, [Euroclear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euroclear.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny

## About this episode

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company and Dutch firm ASML have reportedly implemented a remote kill switch to disable critical extreme ultraviolet lithography machines in the event of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. This technological safeguard emerges as President Lai Ching-te takes office under intense military pressure from Beijing. The geopolitical tension coincides with a Kenya-led international security mission to Haiti, which critics link to long-standing Clinton Foundation interests and disputed gold contracts in the region.

Secondary developments include a fatal Singapore Airlines turbulence incident over the Intertropical Convergence Zone and a Department of Homeland Security warning regarding AI-generated election misinformation. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is currently spearheading a global AI safety network in Seoul, while actress Scarlett Johansson has threatened legal action against OpenAI over the Sky chatbot voice. In the financial sector, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is negotiating the use of interest from frozen Russian assets at Euroclear to fund Ukrainian loans, as the House passes the FIT 21 Act to regulate digital assets.

Cultural oddities and listener contributions round out the report, featuring a cicada-infused Malort from an Illinois brewery and the awarding of an honorary doctorate to a feral cat at Vermont State University. The segment includes a detailed breakdown of coffee roasting science and a consumer tip regarding the size of Costco rotisserie chickens. Reverend Al Medley and Sir Rob the Knight of Highlander Shooting Irons lead the latest round of executive producer acknowledgments.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/transcript.md.

### 1. TSMC Kill Switch, ASML Lithography, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te (0:00–3:36)

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and Dutch firm ASML reportedly possess a remote "kill switch" to disable chip-making equipment if China invades Taiwan. ASML, based in the Netherlands, provides the essential extreme ultraviolet lithography machines used for high-end chip production. Meanwhile, Lai Ching-te has been inaugurated as Taiwan's new president, facing military pressure from Beijing and a fractured domestic parliament.

Keywords: [tsmc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsmc.md), [asml](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asml.md), [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), lai ching-te, [semiconductors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semiconductors.md), lithography, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [kill switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kill-switch.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Kenya State Visit, William Ruto, Dvorak Kenya Anecdote (3:36–7:15)

President Joe Biden hosted Kenyan President William Ruto for a state visit, the first for an African leader in nearly 20 years, to discuss security cooperation in Haiti and emerging technologies. A personal anecdote from 30 years ago describes a chaotic experience at a Kenyan airport involving stolen cassettes and shakedowns by the Kenyan army. The mission to Haiti involves a Kenya-led international force intended to stabilize the country following gang violence.

Keywords: [kenya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenya.md), [william ruto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-ruto.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [nairobi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nairobi.md), [airport security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Clinton Foundation, Haiti Gold Contracts, Child Trafficking Allegations (7:16–9:25)

The Clinton Foundation is accused of mismanaging recovery efforts in Haiti and securing lucrative gold contracts for associates. Claims are made that the organization sought total control over the nation and was involved in the disappearance of children following the 2010 earthquake. The discussion suggests that current international interventions in Haiti are a continuation of long-standing elite interests.

Keywords: [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), gold contracts, [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Singapore Airlines Turbulence, Climate Change Claims, Intertropical Convergence Zone (9:26–16:48)

A Singapore Airlines flight from London experienced severe turbulence over the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), resulting in one death from a heart attack and numerous injuries. While media outlets and researchers from Reading University attribute increasing turbulence to climate change, critics argue the incident was caused by standard storm activity near the equator. The flight made an emergency landing in Bangkok after the Boeing 777 dropped several thousand feet.

Keywords: [singapore airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/singapore-airlines.md), [turbulence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turbulence.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), reading university, itcz, [boeing 777](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing-777.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/4.md)

### 5. No Agenda Climate Special, Bingit.io Search, Lost Climate Data (16:49–19:19)

A review of early podcast episodes using the search tool bingit.io reveals that climate change narratives have remained consistent for 17 years, focusing on meat bans and vaccinations. Historical data from a UK university was reportedly lost or corrupted, undermining the basis for modern climate modeling. The terminology has shifted over time from "global warming" to "climate change," and from "cow farts" to "cow burps."

Keywords: [bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [climate data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-data.md), cow burps, sheep farts, [archive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archive.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Power Shift 09, Youth Activism Training, Polar Bear Propaganda (19:19–23:38)

The Power Shift 09 conference featured Obama administration officials and Bill Clinton training youth in civil disobedience and passive resistance. This institutionalized activism is linked to current classroom propaganda, such as a report of a teacher showing a video of a starving polar bear in a trash-filled environment while claiming it was the deep Arctic. A student's observation of garbage cans in the frame led to a confrontation with the science teacher.

Keywords: power shift 09, [civil disobedience](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-disobedience.md), podesta, [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [polar bears](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-bears.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Pagan America, Transhumanism, AI Worship, John Daniel Davidson (23:39–30:36)

John Daniel Davidson, author of "Pagan America," argues that environmentalism and transgenderism are modern forms of pagan nature worship and self-deification. He posits that transhumanism will eventually lead to the worship of Artificial Intelligence as a god-like entity that dictates human happiness and survival. Tech figures like Elon Musk and Joe Rogan are cited as proponents of turning over human decision-making to AI algorithms.

Keywords: john daniel davidson, pagan america, [transhumanism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transhumanism.md), gaia, [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/7.md)

### 8. AI Safety Summit, Gina Raimondo, Deepfakes, China Outlier (30:37–37:58)

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo led a delegation to Seoul, South Korea, to establish a global AI safety network focused on testing models for misinformation and deepfakes. Critics argue that the Department of Commerce lacks the technical expertise to regulate AI and that testing is impossible without public release. China remains a notable outlier, refusing to join the US-led safety coalition while continuing to export its own AI technology.

Keywords: [gina raimondo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gina-raimondo.md), [seoul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seoul.md), [ai safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-safety.md), [department of commerce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-commerce.md), [deepfakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfakes.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/8.md)

### 9. DHS Election Warning, AI Misinformation, New Hampshire Robocall (37:58–40:34)

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a bulletin warning that adversaries may use AI to disrupt the 2024 election by spreading false information about polling stations. An AI-generated robocall mimicking President Biden's voice previously urged voters to skip the New Hampshire primary. Skeptics point out that such deceptive tactics do not require AI and have been used in past elections through simpler means.

Keywords: [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [2024 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md), [misinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misinformation.md), [robocalls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robocalls.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [taylor swift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taylor-swift.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Scarlett Johansson, OpenAI Sky Voice, Sam Altman Controversy (40:35–43:02)

Actress Scarlett Johansson threatened legal action against OpenAI after the company released a chatbot voice named "Sky" that sounded remarkably similar to her performance in the movie "Her." Despite Sam Altman's claims that the voice was not intended to mimic her, Johansson revealed that Altman had twice attempted to hire her for the project. OpenAI has since paused the use of the voice while maintaining they cast a different, anonymous actress.

Keywords: [scarlett johansson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scarlett-johansson.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [sam altman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-altman.md), sky voice, her movie, [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Gary Marcus, AI Investment Bubble, LLM Hallucinations (43:03–47:54)

Cognitive scientist Gary Marcus compares the current AI investment frenzy to the WeWork bubble, noting that the industry spent $50 billion last year to generate only $3 billion in revenue. He argues that large language models (LLMs) have not solved the fundamental problem of hallucinations and remain unreliable for critical tasks. Investors are warned that the high cost of "compute" and lack of a sustainable business model may lead to significant financial losses.

Keywords: [gary marcus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-marcus.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [hallucinations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hallucinations.md), [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md), [wework](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wework.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Tucker Carlson, Erik Prince, Unplugged Phone Promotion (47:55–56:28)

Tucker Carlson featured Erik Prince in a paid promotion for the "Unplugged" phone, a device marketed as a secure alternative to Big Tech hardware. Prince claims the phone uses a custom operating system to block data leakage and surveillance, though critics suggest it is likely an Android derivative. Technical skepticism is raised regarding the phone's ability to run popular apps like Spotify or Telegram without compromising the promised privacy features.

Keywords: [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [erik prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erik-prince.md), [unplugged phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unplugged-phone.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), paid promotion, [android](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/12.md)

### 13. TikTok Hamburger Ignorance, Scholastic System Failure (56:28–58:51)

A viral TikTok video features a woman expressing confusion over a waitress calling a hamburger "cow," insisting that "ham" implies the meat comes from a pig. The anecdote is used to illustrate a perceived decline in the American educational system and general public knowledge. The speaker suggests that such ignorance is widespread among younger generations on social media.

Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), hamburger, [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [pork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pork.md), [beef](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beef.md), [viral video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-video.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Nilgai Meat, King Ranch, High Fence Hunting (58:51–1:02:29)

A discussion of Nilgai meat, a type of large antelope harvested from the King Ranch in Texas, highlights its lean quality and similarity to beef. The meat is described as sweeter than traditional venison and less gamey than wild-caught animals. The conversation touches on "high fence" ranching practices and the culinary characteristics of ground elk versus Nilgai.

Keywords: nilgai, king ranch, [venison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venison.md), game meat, [hunting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunting.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Cicada Infused Malort, Illinois Bug Consumption (1:02:30–1:04:24)

Noon whistle Brewery in Lombard, Illinois, has released a "cicada-infused" version of the bitter liqueur Malort, harvesting the insects locally. This trend is linked to broader efforts to normalize the consumption of insects as a sustainable food source. Public reaction to the beverage has been polarized, ranging from curiosity to disgust.

Keywords: [cicadas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cicadas.md), malort, [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md), noon whistle brewery, [entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entomophagy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Antarctic Sea Ice, British Antarctic Survey, Climate Modeling (1:04:25–1:09:15)

Caroline Holmes of the British Antarctic Survey reports that Antarctic sea ice reached record lows in 2023, an event her team calculates would only occur naturally once every 2,600 years. Critics argue that Antarctic ice levels are highly variable and that computer simulations are being used to force a link to human-caused climate change. The discussion questions the validity of these long-term models and the funding behind them.

Keywords: [antarctica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antarctica.md), [sea ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-ice.md), british antarctic survey, caroline holmes, climate modeling

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Remote Work Productivity, Dollar Devaluation, Troll Room AI (1:09:15–1:14:55)

Despite a booming stock market, concerns are raised about the actual productivity of the remote workforce and the devaluation of the US dollar against the Japanese Yen. Some employees reportedly use "mouse jigglers" to simulate activity while working from home, though others argue remote work is still more efficient than office environments. The segment also mentions "Doug," a long-standing AI presence in the show's digital "Troll Room."

Keywords: [remote work](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remote-work.md), pto, [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [yen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yen.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), mouse jigglers

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Value for Value, No Agenda Art, Costco Battery and Chicken Tips (1:14:57–1:21:50)

The show's "Value for Value" model is highlighted, featuring listener-contributed artwork and a critique of Duracell batteries sold at Costco, which are prone to leaking. A consumer tip is shared regarding Costco's rotisserie chickens: the best-cooked birds are those large enough to touch the top of the plastic container. The hosts also discuss the "Trad Wife" theme in recent listener art submissions.

Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [rotisserie chicken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotisserie-chicken.md), fuji batteries, trad wives

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Producer Donations, Knighting Ceremony, Reverend Al Medley (1:21:51–1:34:59)

A segment dedicated to donor acknowledgments features a $1,000 donation from Dusty in Waco, Texas, and several other high-tier contributions. New knights and dames are recognized, including Sir Rob the Knight of Highlander Shooting Irons and Dame Amanda of the Badger State. The segment includes various "Reverend Al" jingles and personal notes from the "No Agenda" community.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [waco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waco.md), waupaca, reverend al sharpton, [jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Coffee Roasting Science, Light vs Dark Roast, Gigawatt Coffee (1:35:00–1:41:16)

Producers and coffee roasters provide technical insights into the differences between light and dark roast coffee, noting that light roasts are denser and contain more caffeine by volume. The "knock box" used in espresso making is more effective with dark roasts because the beans are more brittle and carbonized. Gigawatt Coffee and other listener-owned businesses are mentioned as part of the show's "plug" system for donors.

Keywords: [coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coffee.md), [espresso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espresso.md), [caffeine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caffeine.md), light roast, [dark roast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-roast.md), knock box

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Bird Flu Surveillance, Dairy Cow Transmission, Pink Eye Symptoms (1:41:16–1:45:32)

Health officials are monitoring a second human case of bird flu in Michigan linked to dairy cows, though the symptoms are limited to mild eye infections or "pink eye." The CDC is urging increased flu surveillance despite no evidence of human-to-human transmission. Critics argue the media is exaggerating the threat of the virus, which remains primarily a concern for livestock.

Keywords: [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [h5n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h5n1.md), [dairy cows](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dairy-cows.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [conjunctivitis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conjunctivitis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Ten Commandments in Louisiana Schools, Separation of Church and State (1:45:32–1:50:09)

The Louisiana legislature passed a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom, citing their historical significance to American law. Opponents, including the Southern Poverty Law Center, argue the move violates the First Amendment and constitutes state-sanctioned religion. Proponents point to a recent Supreme Court ruling involving a praying football coach as evidence of a shifting legal landscape regarding religious expression in schools.

Keywords: [ten commandments](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ten-commandments.md), [louisiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louisiana.md), [public schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-schools.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [jeff landry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-landry.md), dodie horton

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Justice Alito Flag Controversy, Appeal to Heaven, Flag Etiquette (1:50:11–1:55:57)

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito faces criticism after reports surfaced of an "Appeal to Heaven" flag and an upside-down American flag flying at his properties. Democrats are calling for his recusal from cases related to the January 6th Capitol riot, claiming the flags signal bias. Supporters argue the flags are historical Revolutionary War symbols and contrast the outrage with the frequent flying of Pride flags over government buildings.

Keywords: [samuel alito](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samuel-alito.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [appeal to heaven](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/appeal-to-heaven.md), pine tree flag, [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), [pride flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pride-flag.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Fredericksburg J6 Arrest, Bill Maher on Gutfeld, Election Denial (1:55:58–2:00:00)

A 69-year-old grandmother was arrested in Fredericksburg, Texas, for her presence at the Capitol on January 6th, nearly three years after the event. Meanwhile, Bill Maher appeared on various talk shows, including "Gutfeld!" and "The View," to promote his book and warn that Donald Trump will never leave office if re-elected. The discussion also touches on the disputed causes of death for officers following the Capitol riot.

Keywords: [fredericksburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fredericksburg.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md), [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [greg gutfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-gutfeld.md), [brian sicknick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-sicknick.md), [insurrection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurrection.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Pope Francis on Homosexuality, Queer Planet on Peacock (2:00:00–2:03:38)

Pope Francis clarified in an interview with Nora O'Donnell that while the Catholic Church can bless individuals, it cannot bless same-sex unions as they are not considered sacraments. Simultaneously, the Peacock network is launching "Queer Planet," a nature documentary focusing on homosexual and bisexual behaviors in the animal kingdom. The show argues that fixed binary sexes are "out of style" in the natural world.

Keywords: [pope francis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-francis.md), [homosexuality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homosexuality.md), [catholic church](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catholic-church.md), queer planet, [peacock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peacock.md), [nature](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nature.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Joe Biden Five Daughters Comment, Debate Prop Bets (2:03:39–2:06:13)

President Joe Biden made a comment about the "advantage" of marrying into a family with five daughters, which some listeners found "creepy." In preparation for the upcoming presidential debates, online betting sites have released prop bets regarding which drugs Biden might test positive for, including Adderall and cocaine.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), daughters, [debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate.md), [prop bets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prop-bets.md), [adderall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adderall.md), [drug testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-testing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Illinois Euphemism Law, Justice Impacted Individuals (2:06:14–2:08:23)

The Illinois State Senate passed a bill to replace the term "offender" with "justice impacted individual" in certain state programs. Supporters argue the change helps rehabilitate individuals, while critics claim it lacks empathy for victims and obscures the reality of criminal behavior. This follows a trend of using "gender-affirming care" and other linguistic shifts in policy.

Keywords: [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md), [euphemisms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euphemisms.md), justice impacted individual, [criminal justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/criminal-justice.md), [language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/language.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Janet Yellen, Russian Assets, Euroclear Interest (2:08:23–2:11:58)

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen met with G7 finance ministers in Italy to discuss using interest earned on frozen Russian assets to fund a $50 billion loan for Ukraine. While the principal assets remain seized, the plan involves "bringing forward" future interest proceeds generated by Euroclear. Critics warn that this move effectively constitutes theft and may drive Russia and China to further develop the BRICS financial system.

Keywords: [janet yellen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-yellen.md), [g7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g7.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [euroclear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euroclear.md), [frozen assets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frozen-assets.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/28.md)

### 29. FIT 21 Act, Crypto Regulation, Digital Asset Wallets (2:11:59–2:15:44)

The House of Representatives passed the FIT 21 Act with significant bipartisan support, aiming to provide a regulatory framework for digital assets and decentralize the internet. The bill is intended to protect consumers while allowing the crypto industry to innovate within the United States rather than moving to offshore jurisdictions. The legislation would allow individuals to maintain private Bitcoin wallets independent of traditional banking intermediaries.

Keywords: fit 21, [crypto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crypto.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [house of representatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-representatives.md), tom emmer, [blockchain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blockchain.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Max the Cat, Honorary Doctorate, Vermont State University (2:15:45–2:17:21)

A feral cat named Max, who became a fixture on the Vermont State University Castleton campus, was awarded an honorary "Doctor of Literature" degree. The cat is known for hitching rides on student backpacks and posing for photography classes. The story is used to comment on the perceived declining value of modern university degrees.

Keywords: max the cat, vermont state university, [honorary degree](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/honorary-degree.md), tabby, [literature](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/literature.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Mar-a-Lago Classified Documents Case, Judge Aileen Cannon (2:17:21–2:22:40)

Lawyers for Donald Trump and co-defendant Walt Nauta appeared before Judge Aileen Cannon in Florida to argue for the dismissal of charges in the classified documents case. The defense alleges the prosecution is "selective and vindictive," claiming that prosecutors threatened Nauta's attorney with a blocked judgeship if his client did not cooperate. Judge Cannon has indefinitely postponed the trial start date, making it unlikely to begin before the November election.

Keywords: [aileen cannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aileen-cannon.md), [mar-a-lago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mar-a-lago.md), walt nauta, [classified documents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified-documents.md), [jack smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-smith.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Cable News Viewer Demographics, James Comey Warning (2:22:42–2:26:39)

The median age for cable news viewers remains high, with MSNBC at 69, Fox News at 68, and CNN at 66. Former FBI Director James Comey appeared on MSNBC to warn that a second Trump term would pose a threat to the rule of law, suggesting Trump would use the DOJ to target political enemies. Comey expressed concern that Trump has become "smarter" and would appoint more compliant officials to carry out his orders.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [demographics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/demographics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Unified Reich Video, Trump Third Term Rhetoric, FDR Amendment (2:26:39–2:29:34)

The Trump campaign faced backlash after a video posted to his social media account featured a headline mentioning a "unified Reich," which the campaign blamed on a junior staffer. President Biden used the incident to frame Trump as a threat to democracy, while Trump also mused at an NRA convention about the possibility of a third term. The discussion notes that the 22nd Amendment was created specifically in response to FDR's four-term presidency.

Keywords: unified reich, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [nra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nra.md), [fdr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fdr.md), [22nd amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/22nd-amendment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Ebrahim Raisi Helicopter Crash, Iran Succession Plot (2:29:35–2:37:15)

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the Foreign Minister died in a helicopter crash in a remote mountainous region, an event officially attributed to bad weather. However, alternative theories suggest internal sabotage by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to clear the path for Supreme Leader Khamenei's son to succeed him. Reports indicate the VIP helicopter was swapped for an older model without a functioning transponder at the last minute.

Keywords: [ebrahim raisi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebrahim-raisi.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [helicopter crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helicopter-crash.md), [khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/khamenei.md), [irgc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irgc.md), [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Final Donor Credits, Knighting Ceremony, PO Box Books (2:37:16–2:45:37)

The final segment of donor acknowledgments includes contributions from Zachary Welch, Ian Field, and Jason Shepard, who was knighted as Sir Han Sure Hand. The hosts discuss the arrival of a new book, "The Wizard, The Witch, Her Madman and His Mistress," by Sir Benjamin Doolin. The knighting ceremony concludes with traditional references to "Hookers & Blow" and "Mutton & Mead."

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [signet rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-rings.md), benjamin doolin, [mutton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mutton.md), [mead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mead.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/35.md)

### 36. No Agenda Meetups, Keene New Hampshire, Athens Greece (2:45:37–2:53:11)

Listener-organized meetups are reported from Keene, New Hampshire, and Athens, Greece, emphasizing the "communite" spirit of the show's audience. Upcoming events are scheduled for New York City, North Idaho, Toronto, and London Gatwick. A special "Get John Out of the House" meetup is planned for June 1st in Albany, California.

Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [keene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keene.md), [athens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/athens.md), london gatwick, [houston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houston.md), [rsvp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rsvp.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Good News Segment, Rhett Hepler CPR, Climate Special Preview (2:53:12–2:57:52)

The "Good News" segment features Rhett Hepler, a Virginia high school student who saved his father's life by performing CPR after a heart attack. The father was able to recover in time to attend his son's graduation ceremony. The show concludes with a preview of a "Best of Climate Change" special, which will revisit the origins of global warming narratives from early episodes.

Keywords: [good news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/good-news.md), [cpr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpr.md), [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), [heart attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-attack.md), climate special, [graduation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/graduation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Outro, End of Show Mix, Erectionist Parody (2:57:53–3:03:01)

The episode closes with a series of audio remixes and satirical clips, including a parody of President Biden's speech patterns and a "Cotton Eyed Joe" mashup. The mixes touch on NYPD drone surveillance, "hard landings" in Iran, and a comedic take on "electionists" versus "erectionists." The hosts sign off with their traditional "Adios mofos" and "A hui hou."

Keywords: cotton eyed joe, nypd drones, [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), erectionist, [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [remix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remix.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/38.md)

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