# Entomophagy > A targeted strike in Beirut decapitates Hezbollah leadership while domestic labor strikes and aviation safety failures threaten to destabilize the American economy ahead of the election. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 1699 - **Published:** 2024-09-29 - **Length:** 3h 14m - **People:** [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/person/adam-curry.md) (host), [John C Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/person/john-c-dvorak.md) (host) - **Topics:** Nasrallah, [Port Strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-strike.md), Boeing MAX, [Eric Adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-adams.md), [Entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entomophagy.md), [Waymo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waymo.md), [Dominion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dominion.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy ## About this episode Israel successfully assassinated Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in a massive bunker-buster strike in Beirut, ending his 32-year reign and sparking fears of a broader regional conflict involving Iran. The strike follows a pattern of escalating Middle East tensions that some analysts link to long-standing strategic plans for regime change across seven nations. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris faced logistical and political hurdles during a San Francisco visit where her motorcade was obstructed by a stalled autonomous Waymo vehicle before she pivoted to a border security appearance in Arizona. Donald Trump intensified his campaign rhetoric by claiming Harris is mentally impaired and responsible for over 600,000 migrant criminals entering the country. In the labor sector, International Longshoremen's Association President Harold Daggett threatened a massive strike at East and Gulf Coast ports starting October 1st, warning of a crippled U.S. economy. Aviation safety remains a priority as the NTSB issued an urgent warning regarding faulty rudder control bearings on Boeing 737 MAX aircraft supplied by Collins Aerospace. In New York, Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and wire fraud charges involving Turkish nationals, while Congressman Thomas Massie grilled the FBI over missing evidence in the January 6th pipe bomber investigation. The cultural landscape shifts as food activist Vani Hari exposes the chemical discrepancies between American and European food ingredients, and the UC Riverside podcast Can I Bug You promotes entomophagy as a sustainable protein source. John Dvorak recalls the early days of gender-neutral language in tech publishing while Adam Curry recounts building acoustic modems for the Commodore VIC-20. The segment concludes with a look at Google’s Notebook LM and the rise of AI-generated content flooding the digital ecosystem. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/transcript.md. ### 1. Sports Betting Promotion, Reno Gambling Anecdote (0:00–2:38) A discussion regarding the proliferation of sports betting advertisements within live football broadcasts, specifically mentioning DraftKings. An anecdote is shared about a woman named Mimi who lived in Reno and witnessed families being financially ruined by gambling habits within months of moving to the city. The practice of sports analysts recommending prop bets during pre-game shows is criticized as being detrimental to the public. Keywords: [gambling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gambling.md), [draftkings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/draftkings.md), [reno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reno.md), [sports betting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports-betting.md), [addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/addiction.md), football analysts [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Kamala Harris San Francisco Visit, Waymo Motorcade Obstacle (2:39–4:50) Vice President Kamala Harris visited San Francisco, where her motorcade was briefly obstructed by a stalled autonomous Waymo vehicle that required manual intervention by police. Following this, Harris traveled to the Arizona-Mexico border to advocate for tougher immigration enforcement and border security. Critics characterized the border visit as a "nothing burger" and a political pivot. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [waymo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waymo.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md), border visit, [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Donald Trump Campaign Speech, Kamala Harris Mental Capacity Claims (4:50–7:52) Donald Trump delivered a speech criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris's handling of the U.S. border, claiming her policies allowed over 600,000 migrant criminals into the country. Trump asserted that Harris is "mentally impaired" and "born that way," arguing that any Republican who oversaw such a border situation would have been impeached and removed from office. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [border security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-security.md), migrant crime, [campaign rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-rhetoric.md), [impeachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/impeachment.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Media Criticism, Margaret Hoover and Shannon Bream (7:52–11:10) A critique of media figures Margaret Hoover and Shannon Bream focuses on their perceived lack of conservative credentials. Hoover is criticized for her interview style on Firing Line, while Bream is accused of acting as an "agent provocateur" at Fox News for dismissing claims of coordinated "lawfare" against Donald Trump. Keywords: [margaret hoover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/margaret-hoover.md), [shannon bream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shannon-bream.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [firing line](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firing-line.md), [lawfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawfare.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Aurora Colorado Apartment Closures, Criminal Nuisance Designations (11:10–14:00) Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain issued letters deeming two apartment complexes "criminal nuisance properties" due to rising violent crime and deteriorating conditions. Local news reports based on internal communications suggest the city is threatening to close the buildings by September 30th. The terminology "criminal nuisance" is viewed by some as a way to downplay reported gang activity in the area. Keywords: [aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), todd chamberlain, criminal nuisance, apartment complexes, gang activity [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Longshoremen Strike Threat, Port Automation Disputes (14:00–21:33) International Longshoremen's Association President Harold Daggett threatened a massive strike across East and Gulf Coast ports starting October 1st. Daggett argued that workers deserve a share of the billions in profits made by shipping companies during the pandemic and warned that a strike would "cripple" the U.S. economy within weeks. The potential use of the Taft-Hartley Act to force a 90-day cooling-off period was also discussed. Keywords: longshoremen, [port strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-strike.md), [harold daggett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harold-daggett.md), taft-hartley act, [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md), [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Boeing 737 MAX Rudder System Issues (21:33–24:13) The NTSB issued an urgent safety warning regarding the rudder control system on certain Boeing 737 MAX and NG aircraft after a United Airlines flight experienced stuck pedals in Newark. Investigators determined that a sealed bearing from supplier Collins Aerospace was incorrectly assembled. Boeing has notified affected operators, and United Airlines has reportedly replaced the faulty components. Keywords: [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [737 max](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/737-max.md), rudder control, [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), [collins aerospace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/collins-aerospace.md), [ntsb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntsb.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/7.md) ### 8. NPR Podcast Struggles, Showrunner Credits Explained (24:13–26:52) A discussion regarding the financial difficulties of NPR's podcast division and the specific role of a "showrunner" in television and audio production. The technicality of how showrunners are listed in credits—typically as the last executive producer before the writer—is explained using Dana Brunetti's work on House of Cards as an example. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), short wave, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [showrunner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/showrunner.md), [house of cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-cards.md), [dana brunetti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dana-brunetti.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Entomophagy Trends, Can I Bug You Podcast (26:53–32:47) The practice of entomophagy, or eating insects, is explored through a review of the "Can I Bug You?" podcast from UC Riverside. The segment highlights FDA regulations that allow certain amounts of insect parts in food products like chocolate and hops. The promotion of "Acheta powder" (cricket flour) is linked to broader climate change narratives regarding sustainable protein sources. Keywords: [entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entomophagy.md), [cricket flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cricket-flour.md), acheta powder, [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [bugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bugs.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Climate Week, Michael Mann and Bill Nye (32:48–44:02) During Climate Week in New York, climatologist Michael Mann and science educator Bill Nye appeared on MSNBC to discuss rapid hurricane intensification and the transition to renewable energy. Nye explicitly urged viewers to vote for the Harris-Walz ticket to address climate issues. The segment also revisits the 2009 "ClimateGate" scandal involving Mann's research methods. Keywords: climate week, [michael mann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-mann.md), [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [fossil fuels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fossil-fuels.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Hurricane Helene Destruction, Tesla Battery Fires (44:02–46:29) Reports from Hurricane Helene highlight the danger of electric vehicle batteries catching fire after being submerged in saltwater. A specific incident in Florida involved a Tesla blowing up in a garage and destroying a home. The discussion notes that while wind speeds were lower than predicted in some areas, the storm surge and flooding caused catastrophic damage. Keywords: [hurricane helene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-helene.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), saltwater flooding, battery fires, [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Hassan Nasrallah Assassination, Hezbollah Leadership History (46:30–58:06) Israel successfully assassinated Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in a targeted bunker-buster strike in Beirut. NPR's coverage of the event is analyzed, noting the depiction of Nasrallah as both a "terrorist" with American blood on his hands and a "charismatic hero" to many in the Middle East. The segment details Nasrallah's 32-year reign and the potential for regional escalation involving Iran. Keywords: [hassan nasrallah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hassan-nasrallah.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), [beirut](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beirut.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Middle East Geopolitics, West Clark Seven Theory (58:07–1:10:04) A deep dive into the strategic implications of Nasrallah's death, referencing General Wesley Clark's "seven countries in five years" memo. The discussion explores the theory that the October 7 attacks and subsequent Israeli actions are part of a long-term plan to reshape the Middle East, potentially leading to a regime change in Iran. The role of UN Resolution 1701 and advisor David Wurmser are also examined. Keywords: [wesley clark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wesley-clark.md), david wurmser, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md), resolution 1701 [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Iran Assassination Threats, Trump Force One Rumors (1:10:04–1:19:21) Journalist Laura Logan reported on alleged Iranian "kill teams" smuggling surface-to-air missiles into the U.S. to target Donald Trump's plane. The discussion evaluates whether these threats are legitimate intelligence or part of a "theater" designed to justify future military action against Iran. Trump has publicly stated he would "blow to smithereens" any country that threatens a U.S. presidential candidate. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [laura logan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laura-logan.md), [surface-to-air missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surface-to-air-missiles.md), [assassination plot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination-plot.md), [mar-a-lago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mar-a-lago.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/14.md) ### 15. No Agenda Show Logistics, Host Relationship Banter (1:19:23–1:28:17) The hosts discuss the philosophy of the No Agenda show, emphasizing the "Value for Value" model and the rejection of "premium content" paywalls. They engage in banter regarding their personal friendship and the "performance art" nature of their on-air chemistry. Plans for the upcoming 1,700th episode are also mentioned. Keywords: [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [performance art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/performance-art.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-dvorak.md), premium content [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/15.md) ### 16. AI Notebook LM, Monkey Taint Podcast Experiment (1:28:18–1:35:53) An experiment using Google's Notebook LM to generate a podcast based on the prompt "What does a monkey taint smell like?" is reviewed to demonstrate the current state of AI editorializing. The hosts also discuss "AI slop"—low-quality AI-generated content flooding the internet—and review AI-generated artwork submitted by producers for the show's cover art. Keywords: [notebook lm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/notebook-lm.md), [google ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-ai.md), [ai slop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-slop.md), [midjourney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midjourney.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Producer Donations, Commodore VIC-20 Nostalgia (1:35:53–1:44:35) A segment dedicated to acknowledging high-tier "Executive Producer" donations. One producer, Sir 8-Bit Ben, triggers a nostalgic discussion about early home computers, including the Commodore VIC-20 and the Sinclair ZX80. Adam Curry recounts building an acoustic modem for his VIC-20 in the early 1980s. Keywords: [vic-20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vic-20.md), [commodore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commodore.md), apple ii, 6502 chip, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), it careers [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Canadian Taxes, Small Claims Advice, Coffee Preparedness (1:44:35–1:57:35) Producers share personal stories via donation notes, including a Canadian business owner retiring due to excessive taxation and an anonymous donor seeking legal advice for a $10,000 investment loss. A note from Sir Chris clarifies the role of drug manufacturers versus insurers in setting prices for medications like Ozempic. Eli the Coffee Guy promotes Gigawatt Coffee as a survival essential. Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [carbon tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-tax.md), small claims court, [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), [ozempic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ozempic.md), [drug pricing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-pricing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/18.md) ### 19. AI Gavin Newsom Endorses Trump Parody (1:57:35–1:59:31) An AI-generated parody of California Governor Gavin Newsom endorsing Donald Trump for president is played. The clip is used to highlight the absurdity of new California laws targeting political deepfakes and AI-generated content. Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [ai parody](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-parody.md), [california law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-law.md), [deepfake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfake.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/19.md) ### 20. OpenAI Restructuring, Apple Intelligence Commercials (1:59:32–2:04:21) OpenAI is reportedly restructuring into a for-profit entity following the departure of CTO Mira Murati and other key staff. The company is seeking a $150 billion valuation, though Apple has reportedly dropped out of the current funding round. A new Apple commercial promoting "Apple Intelligence" features is criticized for being unrealistic. Keywords: [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [sam altman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-altman.md), [mira murati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mira-murati.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [ai investment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-investment.md), profit participation units [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/20.md) ### 21. AI Industry Skepticism, Energy Consumption Concerns (2:04:23–2:09:11) The hosts express skepticism regarding the long-term viability of the current AI boom, comparing it to previous tech bubbles. They discuss the massive energy requirements for new data centers and speculate that if the AI industry collapses, the excess power infrastructure could be repurposed for Bitcoin mining. Keywords: [ai bubble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-bubble.md), [bitcoin mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin-mining.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [energy grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-grid.md), strawberry ai, [steve ballmer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-ballmer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Georgia Election Security, Dominion Voting Machine Vulnerabilities (2:09:13–2:20:07) A PBS report features University of Michigan professor Alex Halderman demonstrating vulnerabilities in Dominion Voting Systems' ballot-marking devices. Halderman shows how a machine can be manipulated using a USB device or a pen to change QR codes without altering the human-readable text. Georgia election officials dismiss these scenarios as "hypothetical" and point to physical safeguards. Keywords: [dominion voting systems](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dominion-voting-systems.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), alex halderman, [qr codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qr-codes.md), [election integrity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-integrity.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/22.md) ### 23. PBS Media Bias, Brian Williams Amazon Election Coverage (2:20:07–2:24:15) PBS NewsHour is criticized for its framing of Donald Trump's felony convictions during a segment on gun violence. Additionally, it is noted that former NBC anchor Brian Williams will host live election night coverage for Amazon Prime, marking a shift for the veteran journalist into streaming media. Keywords: [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [lisa desjardins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisa-desjardins.md), [brian williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-williams.md), [amazon prime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-prime.md), [election night](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-night.md), [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Sean Diddy Combs Lawsuits, Kamala Harris Kwanzaa Video (2:24:15–2:27:22) Attorney Tony Busby is set to represent over 50 clients in new lawsuits against Sean "Diddy" Combs, with allegations involving minors. Separately, a 2020 video of Kamala Harris discussing her childhood Kwanzaa traditions is scrutinized, with critics pointing out that Kwanzaa was invented in 1966, making her timeline of "generations" of family celebration unlikely. Keywords: [diddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diddy.md), tony busby, [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [kwanzaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kwanzaa.md), [p. diddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/p-diddy.md), [lawsuits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuits.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Gender Neutral Language, The-bies and Congress-persons (2:27:22–2:33:52) A TikTok video advocating for terms like "the-bies" instead of babies and "birthing people" instead of mothers is discussed. John Dvorak recounts a story from 1986 involving a PC World editor who insisted on using "congress-person" instead of "representative" to signal gender neutrality, a practice he views as early virtue signaling. Keywords: [gender neutral](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-neutral.md), [birthing people](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthing-people.md), babies, [political correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md), [pc world](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pc-world.md), language trends [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Food Additives, US vs UK Ingredient Differences (2:33:53–2:36:16) Food activist Vani Hari (The Food Babe) highlights the discrepancies between ingredients in American processed foods versus their European counterparts. Products like Skittles, Gatorade, and Doritos contain artificial dyes and chemicals in the U.S. that are banned or require warning labels in the UK and EU due to health concerns. Keywords: vani hari, food babe, [titanium dioxide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/titanium-dioxide.md), red 40, [gatorade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gatorade.md), [skittles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skittles.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/26.md) ### 27. John Kerry on First Amendment and Misinformation (2:36:16–2:41:56) At a World Economic Forum event, John Kerry described the First Amendment as a "major block" to hammering "disinformation" out of existence. Kerry lamented the loss of traditional media "referees" who could build consensus and suggested that governing is harder when people can self-select their news sources. Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [misinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misinformation.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [gatekeepers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gatekeepers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Mayor Eric Adams Indictment, Turkish Bribery Allegations (2:41:58–2:46:56) New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five federal counts, including bribery and wire fraud, related to illegal campaign contributions and luxury travel from Turkish nationals. Adams pleaded not guilty and suggested the investigation is retaliation for his public criticism of the Biden administration's border policies. 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