# Relief From Haiti Relief > Celebrity telethons and military lockdowns define the Haiti earthquake response while the Supreme Court grants corporations unprecedented influence over American elections through the Citizens United ruling. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 168 - **Published:** 2010-01-24 - **Length:** 1h 58m - **Topics:** Haiti Relief, [Citizens United](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citizens-united.md), [Blackwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackwater.md), [David Kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-kelly.md), [Sanjay Gupta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanjay-gupta.md), [Hope for Haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hope-for-haiti.md), Spy Drones - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief ## About this episode Bill Clinton and George W. Bush lead the Hope for Haiti Now relief effort as the US military establishes a strategic lockdown at Port-au-Prince airport. While celebrities like Alicia Keys and George Clooney headline massive telethons, reports emerge of medical jets being blocked by red tape and Dr. Sanjay Gupta remaining as the sole physician at abandoned treatment sites. The humanitarian response faces scrutiny over high overhead costs at the Clinton Foundation and the use of scripted sound loops to drive donations. In the United States, the Supreme Court Citizens United v. FEC ruling grants corporations unlimited political spending power, a move President Barack Obama claims will open the floodgates for special interests. Meanwhile, Blackwater operations continue in Pakistan via drone strikes despite official denials of private contractor involvement. In the United Kingdom, the government has sealed the post-mortem records of weapons inspector Dr. David Kelly for 70 years, fueling skepticism regarding his 2003 death. Additional reports confirm Scotland is facing an anthrax-contaminated heroin crisis while UK police prepare military-style spy drones for the 2012 Olympics. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak analyze the rise of the award-show war hoop and the diversion of a US Airways flight caused by a teenager’s tefillin prayer boxes. Sandra Bullock receives rare praise for her independent donation to Doctors Without Borders, standing apart from the Hollywood mind-control set. The program concludes with a look at Chinese media robots and the digestive consequences of eating non-organic cruciferous vegetables. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/transcript.md. ### 1. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak, No Agenda Episode 168 (0:01–1:41) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 168 of the No Agenda show on January 24, 2010. The hosts discuss their audio setup, specifically the high levels of compression and reverb being used in the West San Francisco and Northern Silicon Valley studios. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Ian Monroe and Dennis Cruz, Executive Producer Donations (1:41–6:37) Ian Monroe of River Ridge, Louisiana, serves as the executive producer for this episode with a donation of $282. Associate executive producer Dennis Cruz of Beaverton, Oregon, contributed $206, representing one dollar for every day he was unemployed before recently finding work. An anonymous Norwegian donor also contributed to the program. Keywords: ian monroe, [dennis cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dennis-cruz.md), [beaverton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beaverton.md), [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/2.md) ### 3. No Agenda Sticker Campaign, Matthew Stewart Promotion (6:37–8:16) Matthew Stewart is recognized for printing and distributing No Agenda stickers to promote the podcast. The hosts encourage listeners to download and print their own designs to place in public areas like toll booths, while jokingly advising them not to do anything illegal. Keywords: matthew stewart, [stickers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stickers.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), toll booths, guerrilla marketing [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Hope for Haiti Now, Alicia Keys Performance Criticism (8:17–13:17) The hosts critique the "Hope for Haiti Now" celebrity telethon, describing the musical performances, specifically by Alicia Keys, as "caterwauling." They argue the event was a highly produced distraction designed to separate the public from their money following the 2010 earthquake. Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [alicia keys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alicia-keys.md), hope for haiti now, [telethon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telethon.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Entertainment Industry Foundation, Clinton Bush Haiti Fund Structure (13:18–18:10) Donations from the Haiti telethon are funneled through the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) before being distributed to groups like the American Red Cross and the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund. The hosts highlight the irony of Bill Clinton and George W. Bush leading the relief efforts given their historical political involvement in Haiti. Keywords: [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), eif, [unicef](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unicef.md), [red cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-cross.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/5.md) ### 6. William J. Clinton Foundation, Communities Foundation of Texas Finances (18:09–22:41) Financial analysis of the foundations involved in Haiti relief reveals high overhead costs, including $30 million in salaries at the Clinton Foundation. The online donation process for the relief fund is criticized for using Blackbaud and Equifax systems that triggered security warnings during the hosts' investigation. Keywords: [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), sarah nelson, [rand corporation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-corporation.md), blackbaud, [equifax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/equifax.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Bill Clinton, United Nations Special Envoy to Haiti (22:42–25:54) Bill Clinton serves as the Special UN Envoy to Haiti, a role he held prior to the 2010 earthquake. Claims are made that the relief efforts are a front for future private developments, including potential hotels, while current aid is allegedly being blocked by red tape at the airport. Keywords: [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), un envoy, [port-au-prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-au-prince.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Wangee Medical Mission, US Military Airport Control (25:54–29:41) Rapper Wangee attempted to bring five jets filled with doctors and medical supplies into Haiti but faced significant delays from the US military at the airport. Despite his personal connection to President Rene Preval, his supplies were held for two days while thousands of injured people lacked treatment. Keywords: wangee, [wyclef jean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wyclef-jean.md), port-au-prince airport, [rene preval](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rene-preval.md), [medical supplies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-supplies.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/8.md) ### 9. MTV News Haiti Coverage, Guantanamo Bay Logistics (29:41–31:13) MTV News sent a reporting team to Haiti via Miami and Guantanamo Bay to document the recovery effort. The hosts criticize the media's focus on their own travel experiences, such as riding in Blackhawk helicopters, rather than the actual delivery of aid to victims. Keywords: [mtv news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv-news.md), [guantanamo bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guantanamo-bay.md), blackhawk helicopter, [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Fox News Analysis, Haiti Private Industry and Military Lockdown (31:14–34:24) A Fox News segment suggests that private industry and infrastructure investment are more vital to Haiti than traditional aid. The hosts argue that the massive US military presence is less about humanitarian relief and more about a strategic lockdown to prevent influence from Cuba or Venezuela. Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [royal caribbean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/royal-caribbean.md), [imperialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imperialism.md), [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Telethon Production Techniques, Sound Loops and Celebrity Shills (34:25–39:42) The "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon is accused of using fake sound loops of ringing phones to create a sense of urgency. Clips of Reese Witherspoon and Steven Spielberg on the phones suggest they were not actually taking calls but acting as celebrity shills for a scripted production. Keywords: [reese witherspoon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reese-witherspoon.md), [steven spielberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steven-spielberg.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [sound effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-effects.md), phone banks [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Sanjay Gupta, UN Medical Pullout Controversy (39:43–42:35) Dr. Sanjay Gupta was reportedly the only doctor left at a site after the United Nations ordered other medical staff to evacuate. The UN later denied giving such an order, leading to confusion regarding the safety and coordination of medical relief teams on the ground. Keywords: [sanjay gupta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanjay-gupta.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), medical relief [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Haiti Airdrops, Mass Graves and Identification Issues (42:35–46:24) The US military's refusal to perform airdrops without ground troops is questioned, as journalists are able to travel freely via taxi. Reports from the ground describe mass graves where bodies are being buried or burned without identification, complicating the final death toll. Keywords: airdrops, [mass graves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mass-graves.md), [red tape](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-tape.md), [food security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-security.md), [identification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identification.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/13.md) ### 14. SAG Awards, George Clooney and Missing Ribbons (46:24–49:41) During the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards, observers noted that George Clooney appeared uncomfortable and that the typical charity ribbons were absent from the red carpet. The hosts suggest a "memo" went out to downplay the Haiti disaster during the ceremony. Keywords: [sag awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-awards.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [sandra bullock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sandra-bullock.md), [betty white](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betty-white.md), [screen actors guild](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screen-actors-guild.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Sandra Bullock, Doctors Without Borders Donation (49:41–52:01) Sandra Bullock is praised for her independent career path and her $1 million donation to Doctors Without Borders. Her public persona and relationship with Jesse James are discussed as factors that have distanced her from the typical Hollywood "mind-control" set. Keywords: [sandra bullock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sandra-bullock.md), [jesse james](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jesse-james.md), [doctors without borders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doctors-without-borders.md), [golden globes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-globes.md), [independent film](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/independent-film.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/15.md) ### 16. No Agenda Value-for-Value, Listener Donations and Subscriptions (52:02–58:03) The hosts appeal to the audience for financial support through the value-for-value model. They read notes from donors in Tokyo, California, and Chicago, including several who recently found employment after being inspired by the program's perspective. Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [subscriptions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subscriptions.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Michelle Malkin, CIA Influence and Culture of Corruption (58:07–1:02:54) The hosts speculate that Michelle Malkin's book, "Culture of Corruption," may have been facilitated by the CIA to undermine the Obama administration. They argue the depth of research and timing of the release suggest the involvement of outside intelligence agencies. Keywords: [michelle malkin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-malkin.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [cointelpro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cointelpro.md), [book publishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-publishing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Valerie Jarrett, Obama Administration Media Strategy (1:02:54–1:04:46) Valerie Jarrett's appearance on "Meet the Press" is analyzed as a defensive move for the administration. The hosts also mock President Obama's recent teleprompter struggle with the word "precipice" during a speech about the economy. Keywords: [valerie jarrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valerie-jarrett.md), [meet the press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meet-the-press.md), [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [public relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-relations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Smedley Butler, Blackwater Operations in Pakistan (1:04:47–1:06:24) The historical "Business Plot" involving Smedley Butler is compared to modern shadow operations. Recent admissions confirm that Blackwater (now Xe Services) is operating drones in Pakistan, despite previous claims that the private contractor would no longer work for the US government. Keywords: [smedley butler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smedley-butler.md), [blackwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackwater.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Citizens United, Supreme Court Corporate Personhood Ruling (1:06:25–1:10:17) The Supreme Court's decision in Citizens United v. FEC is discussed as a financial windfall for mainstream media companies. The ruling allows corporations to spend unlimited funds on political advertising, effectively granting them rights superior to those of individual citizens. Keywords: [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [citizens united](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citizens-united.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [corporations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporations.md), [media revenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-revenue.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Barack Obama, Weekly Address on Campaign Finance (1:10:18–1:16:31) President Obama's weekly address criticized the Supreme Court's ruling on campaign finance, claiming it opens the floodgates for special interests. The hosts remain skeptical, suggesting the ruling may actually benefit the Democratic party's fundraising efforts in the upcoming election cycle. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [russ feingold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russ-feingold.md), [lobbyists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbyists.md), [special interests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-interests.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/21.md) ### 22. NPR Corporate Sponsorship, Denialism Book Promotion (1:16:31–1:19:08) The hosts highlight the increasing presence of traditional commercials on NPR and PBS, citing a spot for the TV show "Caprica." They also critique the frequent appearances of the author of "Denialism" on public broadcasting as a form of repetitive propaganda. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [denialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denialism.md), [corporate sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-sponsorship.md), syfy [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/22.md) ### 23. David Kelly, UK Weapons Inspector Death Records (1:19:09–1:21:45) The British government has sealed the post-mortem records of weapons inspector Dr. David Kelly for 70 years. Kelly, who questioned the intelligence used to justify the Iraq War, was found dead in 2003 in what was officially ruled a suicide, though many remain skeptical. Keywords: [david kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-kelly.md), [weapons of mass destruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weapons-of-mass-destruction.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [suicide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicide.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Syfy Caprica, NPR Commercial Analysis (1:21:45–1:23:14) A specific audio clip from NPR is played to demonstrate that the network is running standard 30-second commercials for the Syfy series "Caprica." The hosts argue this proves NPR has moved beyond "underwriting" into full corporate sponsorship. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), syfy, caprica, [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sponsorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Godfrey Bloom, European Parliament Climate Change Speech (1:23:15–1:25:29) Godfrey Bloom of the UK Independence Party delivered a speech in the European Parliament mocking global warming theories during a record-breaking cold winter. Bloom labeled Al Gore a "snake oil salesman" and criticized the fraudulent nature of climate databases. Keywords: [godfrey bloom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/godfrey-bloom.md), [european parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-parliament.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [climategate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climategate.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Female Award Acceptance, The Rise of the "Woo" (1:25:29–1:28:21) The hosts discuss a trend of women making a specific "war hoop" or "woo" sound during award acceptances and sporting events. They question the cultural origin of this behavior, wondering if it began with Howard Dean or at Chippendales shows. Keywords: [sag awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-awards.md), award ceremonies, [cultural trends](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-trends.md), [howard dean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-dean.md), [chippendales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chippendales.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/26.md) ### 27. UK Spy Drones, 2012 Olympics Security (1:28:22–1:30:03) UK police plan to use military-style spy drones for security during the 2012 London Olympics. The hosts predict these surveillance tools will become a permanent fixture of domestic policing and question whether they will eventually be armed. Keywords: [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), 2012 olympics, [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [police technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-technology.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Guantanamo Bay Protest, Obama's Broken Closure Promise (1:30:04–1:32:33) Forty-two activists were arrested at the US Capitol protesting President Obama's failure to close the Guantanamo Bay detention camp by his self-imposed deadline. Meanwhile, reports indicate the Bagram theater internship facility in Afghanistan has expanded to hold 600 prisoners. Keywords: [guantanamo bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guantanamo-bay.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), witness against torture, bagram, [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Anthrax in Heroin, Scotland Drug Contamination (1:32:34–1:39:40) Health officials in Scotland have confirmed 15 cases of anthrax-contaminated heroin. The hosts speculate on whether this is a result of a "drug war" between different trafficking factions or a government push to move users toward legal alternatives. Keywords: [anthrax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthrax.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), [scotland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scotland.md), drug slang, [pcp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcp.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Shanghai World Expo 2010, Chinese Media Robots (1:39:41–1:43:57) China is preparing for the Shanghai World Expo with massive construction projects nearing completion. The hosts mock the delivery style of Chinese English-language news announcers, suggesting they sound like robots or "Tokyo Rose" figures. Keywords: [shanghai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shanghai.md), world expo, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [liquidity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liquidity.md), robot news [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Ben Bernanke Confirmation, Facebook Credit Monitoring (1:43:58–1:45:32) Ben Bernanke faces a difficult confirmation process in the Senate for his second term as Fed Chairman. Additionally, reports indicate that creditors are now using companies like RapLeaf to monitor social media activity on Facebook and Twitter to determine creditworthiness. Keywords: [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), rapleaf, [credit scores](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-scores.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/31.md) ### 32. National Angel Island Day, Obama Proclamation (1:45:32–1:47:28) President Obama proclaimed January 20th as National Angel Island Day. The proclamation acknowledges the hardships and racial prejudice faced by immigrants at the Western gate facility, which the hosts compare to a historical version of Gitmo. Keywords: angel island, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), ellis island, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Tefillin Prayer Box, US Airways Flight Diversion (1:47:28–1:49:43) A US Airways flight was diverted after a flight attendant mistook a 17-year-old boy's tefillin—religious prayer boxes and straps—for a bomb. The hosts question the logic of diverting the plane if a real threat were present, noting the inconvenience to passengers. Keywords: tefillin, [us airways](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-airways.md), [flight diversion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flight-diversion.md), jewish prayer, security scare [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Cruciferous Vegetables, Cancer Prevention and Digestive Issues (1:49:43–1:53:19) New research suggests that eating cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale can significantly reduce lung cancer risk in smokers. However, the hosts discuss the side effect of intestinal gas, which one host attributes to the use of nitrogen fertilizers in non-organic farming. Keywords: broccoli, cancer prevention, cruciferous, garlic, [organic farming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/organic-farming.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/168-relief-from-haiti-relief/chapter/34.md) ### 35. 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