# Just Give Us Your Cash > Global financial scandals at the Vatican and fraudulent green energy certifications collide with pharmaceutical propaganda and the suspicious disappearance of a sovereign wealth fund chief. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 186 - **Published:** 2010-03-28 - **Length:** 1h 58m - **Topics:** [Vatican Bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vatican-bank.md), Energy Star fraud, Gardasil marketing, [Fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), Haiti relief, Nano foods, Cisco surveillance - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash ## About this episode The Vatican Bank faces a massive money laundering investigation involving 180 million euros and a major Italian bank while simultaneously fighting a 1.3 billion dollar insurance lawsuit. These financial scandals coincide with the media's intense focus on PopeGate abuse stories, suggesting a coordinated effort to distract from the Holy See's potential insolvency. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak analyze how these narratives are deployed to manage public perception of the world's oldest financial institution. Domestic economic failures come to light as 80 percent of the 2 billion dollars in U.S. stimulus funds for wind power flows to foreign manufacturers like Iberdrola in Spain and various firms in China. Meanwhile, the GAO exposes the Energy Star program as fraudulent after successfully certifying a gas-powered alarm clock and a space heater made of flypaper. In the pharmaceutical sector, Merck is accused of using university newspapers to market the Gardasil vaccine by linking oral sex to throat cancer, while the discovery of porcine circovirus in human vaccines raises questions about intentional contamination to create new markets. David Ernie receives a knighthood for his consistent financial support as the show deconstructs a Cisco commercial that markets high-tech police surveillance as a community benefit. The hosts mock the failure of Earth Hour in Los Angeles and discuss the suspicious glider crash of Sheikh Ahmed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Morocco. The episode concludes with Senator Mary Landrieu defending her Louisiana Purchase healthcare deal against accusations from John McCain. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/transcript.md. ### 1. No Agenda Episode 186, Gitmo Nation Media Assassination Introduction (0:01–1:44) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open Episode 186 of the No Agenda show on March 28, 2010. The hosts exchange greetings from their respective locations in Southern California and Northern Silicon Valley. They briefly discuss show notes accessibility at noagendashow.com and mention the practice of listeners adding producer credits to their email signatures. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [media assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-assassination.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Executive Producer Credits, David Ernie Knighthood, and Birthday Donations (1:44–5:19) The hosts acknowledge executive producer David Ernie for his faithful donations and announce his upcoming knighthood. They discuss various listener contributions, including a $240.10 donation from Charles Walker and a birthday-themed donation from special education teacher Elise Gribos. The segment highlights the "karma" of donating to the show, noting that David Ernie secured a new job shortly after becoming a founding producer. Keywords: david ernie, charles walker, elise gribos, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/2.md) ### 3. No Agenda Groupie Chelsea, Rosacea Medical Tangent (5:19–8:08) A listener named Chelsea from Edmonton, Alberta, is designated as the official No Agenda groupie after sending in a photo. The conversation shifts into a medical tangent regarding rosacea, with warnings about the condition becoming disfiguring if left untreated. Reference is made to W.C. Fields' nose as an extreme example of the ailment's progression. Keywords: [chelsea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chelsea.md), [edmonton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edmonton.md), groupie, [rosacea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rosacea.md), [w.c. fields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/w-c-fields.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Green Technology Job Hype, Foreign Wind Turbine Manufacturing (8:12–12:12) A news report from NBC Bay Area indicates that green technology is failing to reduce California's unemployment rate despite significant economic hype. Further analysis reveals that nearly 80% of the $2 billion in U.S. stimulus money for wind power has gone to foreign manufacturers in China and Spain. Spanish company Iberdrola is identified as a primary recipient of these funds while domestic turbine workers face layoffs. Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [green technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-technology.md), [wind turbines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wind-turbines.md), [stimulus money](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-money.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Jesse James, Sandra Bullock, Media Narratives of Violence (12:14–14:47) The hosts critique the media coverage surrounding the Jesse James and Sandra Bullock infidelity scandal. They observe a trend where female news anchors and commentators openly discuss using physical violence, such as baseball bats, against men who cheat. The discussion contrasts this with the lack of public outrage regarding these violent rhetorical expressions on television. Keywords: [jesse james](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jesse-james.md), [sandra bullock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sandra-bullock.md), [tiger woods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiger-woods.md), [joy behar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-behar.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Earth Hour 2010, Global Climate Change Activism (14:47–16:20) The hosts discuss Earth Hour, a global event on March 27 where participants turn off lights for one hour to signal support for climate change action. They mock the effectiveness of the event, noting that major landmarks and cities like Los Angeles showed no visible change in light levels. The segment questions the PR entities behind the movement and its actual impact on energy consumption. Keywords: [earth hour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earth-hour.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [rolling blackouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rolling-blackouts.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/activism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Daylight Savings Time, Russian Time Zone Reductions (16:20–18:05) A discussion on the manipulation of time covers British parliamentary debates about moving clocks ahead two hours and Russia's decision to reduce its time zones from eleven down to nine. The hosts express skepticism regarding the official reasons for these changes, suggesting there may be hidden motives behind the "theft of time." Keywords: [daylight savings time](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daylight-savings-time.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [time zones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-zones.md), [parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parliament.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/7.md) ### 8. PopeGate, Vatican Bank Money Laundering Investigation (18:06–20:44) The Vatican Bank is reportedly under investigation for a money laundering scheme involving 180 million euros and a major Italian bank. Simultaneously, the Vatican faces a $1.3 billion insurance lawsuit related to bad debts. The hosts speculate that the "PopeGate" abuse scandals may be emphasized in the media to distract from these massive financial legal troubles. Keywords: [vatican bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vatican-bank.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [pope benedict xvi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-benedict-xvi.md), insurance lawsuit [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Philadelphia Flash Mobs, Police Response, Civil Disobedience (20:45–26:48) A CBS News report details violent flash mobs in Philadelphia involving thousands of teenagers, leading to arrests and police intervention. The hosts analyze the authorities' fear of these spontaneous gatherings and the involvement of the FBI in tracking social media coordination. They criticize the aggressive rhetoric used by police officials toward the public and parents. Keywords: [philadelphia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philadelphia.md), [flash mobs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flash-mobs.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [police commissioner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-commissioner.md), [civil disobedience](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-disobedience.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Gardasil Vaccine Marketing, Oral Sex Cancer Claims (26:48–30:00) The pharmaceutical industry is criticized for marketing the Gardasil vaccine by linking oral sex to head and throat cancer. Reports suggest Merck is financing university newspapers to run public service announcements disguised as ads. The hosts examine the financial shift toward vaccines in the pharmaceutical "pipeline" and the lack of insurance co-payments for these treatments in new healthcare legislation. Keywords: [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [hpv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv.md), [merck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merck.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), head cancer [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Porcine Circovirus, Vaccine Contamination Theories (30:02–31:37) A discussion regarding the discovery of porcine circovirus in human vaccines leads to a theory about intentional spreading of non-lethal viruses to create markets for new vaccines. The hosts reference a PubMed announcement about a newly developed vaccine for the pig virus appearing shortly after the contamination was reported. Keywords: porcine circovirus, [baxter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baxter.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [pubmed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pubmed.md), [contamination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contamination.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Mayo Clinic Vaccine Research, Innumeracy Concept (31:37–39:50) Dr. Greg Poland of the Mayo Clinic discusses the challenges of communicating high-tech vaccine science to a suspicious public during an interview with Dr. Kiki. Poland introduces the term "innumeracy" to describe the public's alleged inability to calculate statistical risk. The hosts deconstruct his comments as elitist and dismissive of legitimate concerns regarding military-funded medical research. Keywords: [mayo clinic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mayo-clinic.md), greg poland, [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md), innumeracy, [dr. kiki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-kiki.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Afghanistan Poppy Production, George H.W. Bush Nickname (39:51–41:33) The hosts discuss the book "Family of Secrets" and the irony of George H.W. Bush's nickname, "Poppy," in relation to the massive heroin production in Afghanistan. They reference photos of U.S. troops reportedly assisting in the harvest and transport of poppy crops. The segment suggests a link between the Bush political dynasty and the global drug trade. Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [poppies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppies.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md), [family of secrets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family-of-secrets.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Hydraulic Fracturing, Water Contamination, New York Aquifers (41:34–49:49) Hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," is identified as a cause of flammable tap water and groundwater contamination in Colorado, Pennsylvania, and Canada. The hosts discuss how the industry is exempt from certain Clean Water Act regulations. Senator Charles Schumer is mentioned as a key figure opposing fracking in New York to protect the state's massive unfiltered aquifers. Keywords: [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), charles schumer, [benzene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benzene.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/14.md) ### 15. San Francisco Food Wars, PBS Programming Critique (49:49–55:37) A PBS segment featuring "SF Food Wars" and a mac and cheese competition is used to illustrate the decline of public broadcasting quality. The hosts criticize PBS and NPR for dropping local programming in favor of BBC content while soliciting donations. They argue that the "foodie" culture in San Francisco is a distraction from the city's economic and infrastructure problems. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [mac and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mac-and-cheese.md), foodies [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Knighting Ceremony, Listener Donations, Vajazzling Commission (55:38–59:56) David Ernie is officially knighted into the No Agenda Roundtable for his consistent financial support. The hosts read through various donations, including contributions from Derek Winke and George Derhorst. A humorous mention is made of a commission received from Vajazzling.com, leading to a joke about RFID chips in body crystals. Keywords: david ernie, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), iceland7, [vajazzling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vajazzling.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/16.md) ### 17. No Agenda Show Notes, Professional Mailing List (59:57–1:02:32) The hosts promote their new professional mailing list for show notes, which will provide listeners with links and deconstructed news items. They emphasize that the show notes are a standalone product of high value. Listeners are encouraged to sign up at noagendashow.com to receive the curated research used in each episode. Keywords: [show notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-notes.md), [mailing list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mailing-list.md), [noagendashow.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noagendashow-com.md), [dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvorak.md), [curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Marijuana Legalization Propaganda, Christine Pelosi Interview (1:02:32–1:11:07) A Fox News segment featuring Geraldo Rivera and Christine Pelosi is deconstructed as a "propaganda gem" designed to undermine marijuana legalization in California. The hosts explain how the segment used "pre-conditioning" by starting with a negative police quote before interviewing a skeptical Pelosi. They argue the media is intentionally framing the debate to protect pharmaceutical interests. Keywords: [marijuana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), christine pelosi, [geraldo rivera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geraldo-rivera.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Synthetic Marijuana Dangers, Pharmaceutical Drug Side Effects (1:11:08–1:16:50) The discussion shifts to the dangers of synthetic marijuana like "K2" or "Spice" coming from Asia, which is linked to psychotic episodes in teenagers. This is contrasted with the severe side effects of legal pharmaceutical drugs like Lyrica and Chantix. The hosts highlight a $142 million judgment against Pfizer for fraudulent marketing of the anti-seizure drug Gabapentin. Keywords: [k2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/k2.md), [spice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spice.md), [lyrica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyrica.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), gabapentin [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Haiti Relief Funds, Bush-Clinton Crime Syndicate (1:16:51–1:22:45) The hosts examine the $11.4 billion raised for Haiti relief, noting that much of it flows through foundations led by Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. They compare this to the 2004 tsunami relief efforts, discovering that the original "freedomcorps.gov" website has been quietly morphed into "serve.gov." They question the lack of public accounting for these massive cash donations. Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), [serve.gov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/serve-gov.md), relief funds [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Tiger Woods Media Hit, Golf Television Contracts (1:22:45–1:25:03) The Tiger Woods scandal is analyzed as a calculated media hit to generate revenue for television networks facing expiring contracts and declining sponsorships. The hosts suggest that because financial companies stopped sponsoring golf events, the media "blew the lid" on Woods' personal life to create a massive viewership spike for the upcoming Masters tournament. Keywords: [tiger woods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiger-woods.md), masters, [viacom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viacom.md), sponsorships, media hit [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Jesse James PR Stunt, Real News Skepticism (1:25:03–1:27:02) The hosts speculate that the Jesse James and Sandra Bullock scandal may be a PR stunt to boost James' falling television ratings and merchandising deals. They reiterate their core message that listeners should avoid mainstream news outlets and instead rely on books and independent deconstruction to understand world events. Keywords: [jesse james](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jesse-james.md), [sandra bullock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sandra-bullock.md), [pr stunt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pr-stunt.md), [media literacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-literacy.md), news consumption [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Nancy Schaefer Murder-Suicide, Child Protective Services Corruption (1:27:04–1:32:11) Former Georgia State Senator Nancy Schaefer and her husband Bruce were found dead in what authorities labeled a murder-suicide. The hosts highlight Schaefer's 2007 report on the "Corrupt Business of Child Protective Services" and question the official narrative of the deaths. They point out physical inconsistencies in the shooting descriptions and the lack of media coverage regarding her controversial investigative work. Keywords: nancy schaefer, [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [child protective services](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-protective-services.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [murder-suicide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/murder-suicide.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Sheikh Ahmed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Glider Crash (1:32:12–1:34:08) Sheikh Ahmed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, head of the world's largest sovereign wealth fund in Abu Dhabi, is reported missing after a glider crash in Morocco. The hosts find the circumstances suspicious, noting that the pilot survived the water landing while the high-profile passenger vanished. They link the event to the financial instability of the region's wealth funds. Keywords: [abu dhabi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abu-dhabi.md), [morocco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morocco.md), sheikh ahmed, [sovereign wealth fund](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereign-wealth-fund.md), glider [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/24.md) ### 25. European Economic Government, G20 Global Governance (1:34:08–1:36:05) European leaders are reportedly pushing for an "economic government" for the United States of Europe, a term later softened to "economic governance" to avoid British backlash. The hosts discuss how the G20 is being positioned as the primary authority for global carbon taxes and financial regulation, bypassing the United Nations. Keywords: [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [herman van rompuy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herman-van-rompuy.md), economic governance, [new world order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-world-order.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Energy Star Program Fraud, Gas-Powered Alarm Clock (1:36:07–1:38:06) Federal investigators from the GAO successfully obtained Energy Star certifications for several fake products, including a gas-powered alarm clock and a space heater with flypaper attached. This exposure of the government's energy efficiency program is cited by the hosts as proof that "green" certification systems are often fraudulent and unverified. Keywords: energy star, [gao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gao.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [certification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/certification.md), [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Nano Foods, Monsanto MON810 Corn Pest (1:38:07–1:41:57) The segment covers the emergence of "nano foods" where nanoparticles are used to manipulate food texture and flavor without regulation. Additionally, a new pest called the Western bean cutworm is reportedly infesting Monsanto's MON810 genetically engineered corn. The hosts discuss how farmers are being sold more Monsanto insecticides to combat the failures of the original GMO crops. Keywords: nano foods, [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [gmo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmo.md), western bean cutworm, [greenpeace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenpeace.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/27.md) ### 28. South Korean Navy Ship, Russian Bomber Intercepts (1:41:57–1:44:23) The sinking of a South Korean navy ship is discussed alongside reports of the RAF intercepting Russian "Bear" bombers near British airspace. The hosts dismiss the claim that South Korean sailors were accidentally shooting at birds, suggesting a real military altercation occurred. They also touch on the vulnerability of the internet's physical infrastructure to targeted attacks. Keywords: [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [raf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raf.md), [cyber security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Cisco Human Network Commercial, Police State Surveillance (1:44:23–1:47:40) A new Cisco commercial is critiqued for promoting a future where small towns are under constant high-tech police surveillance. The hosts describe the ad as "onerous" and "disgusting," arguing that it markets the infrastructure of a police state as a "new community." They note that such corporate messaging reinforces the need for listener-supported, non-commercial media. Keywords: [cisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisco.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [police state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-state.md), [1984](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1984.md), [george orwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-orwell.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Show Support, Mary Landrieu Defense Outro (1:47:41–1:51:46) The hosts conclude the episode by urging listeners to support the show through donations or by joining the knighthood layaway program. They announce a special clip to be played after the theme music featuring Senator Mary Landrieu defending herself against John McCain's "Louisiana Purchase" accusations. The show signs off from the Hilltop Watchtower and Northern Silicon Valley. Keywords: [mary landrieu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mary-landrieu.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [no agenda stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/186-just-give-us-your-cash/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Mary Landrieu Senate Floor Speech, Louisiana Purchase Defense (1:51:55–1:58:18) In a Senate floor speech, Senator Mary Landrieu labels John McCain's "sweetheart deal" amendment a "stunt" written for television. She defends the Medicaid funding correction for Louisiana, explaining that the state's per capita income was inaccurately calculated following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Landrieu asserts the deal was public and not a bribe for her healthcare vote. 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