# Lunar Economy > A new federal savings app and a $29 billion EPA funding clawback take center stage as the administration navigates lunar ambitions and a looming Ebola threat. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 1872 - **Published:** 2026-05-28 - **Length:** 2h 54m - **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:** [Lunar Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-economy.md), Ebola Screenings, [Scott Besant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-besant.md), [Gas Tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-tax.md), [Ken Paxton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-paxton.md), Helium-3, [Strait of Hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy ## About this episode Treasury Secretary Scott Besant faces intense scrutiny following a series of televised appearances intended to stabilize the administration's economic messaging. While Besant outlined a new federal savings program for children and addressed nuclear enrichment in Iran, critics within the media and the administration are already comparing his screen presence unfavorably to JD Vance. The tension comes as Donald Trump signals a potential federal gas tax holiday ahead of July 4th and asserts that the United States will maintain free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, even at the risk of diplomatic friction with Oman. Domestic policy shifts rapidly as the CDC and Acting Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya mobilize airport screenings in Atlanta and Houston to combat a rising Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Simultaneously, the Trump administration reports the recovery of $29 billion in EPA funding previously allocated by the Biden-Harris administration, including a controversial $2 billion grant linked to Stacey Abrams. In the legal sphere, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secures a major primary victory over John Cornyn, setting up a high-stakes November clash against James Tallarico, who has characterized the incumbent as the nation's most corrupt politician. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has committed $20 billion toward a permanent lunar base by 2032, though the feasibility of a Helium-3 economy remains a point of contention. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak break down the absurdity of Tai Chi walking advertisements and the decline of general knowledge among social media influencers. The broadcast concludes with a deep dive into the 1965 Dragnet prophecy regarding marijuana legalization and a musical tribute to the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/transcript.md. ### 1. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak, Tai Chi Walking Ads (0:00–2:23) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the broadcast from the Texas Hill Country and Refinery Row. They discuss the absurdity of "Tai Chi walking" advertisements appearing in social media feeds, which Curry avoids by paying for YouTube Premium. The conversation shifts to Donald Trump's rotation of spokespeople, noting that Treasury Secretary Scott Besant is filling in for Carolyn Leavitt on major news networks. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), tai chi walking, [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [scott besant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-besant.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Scott Besant Screen Test, JD Vance Comparison (2:24–4:33) The hosts critique Scott Besant's performance during his televised appearances, comparing his "halting" style unfavorably to JD Vance's more pleasant and likable demeanor. They suggest Besant is failing his "screen test" for the administration's media rotation. Technical network issues briefly interrupt the discussion as they attempt to monitor the live quad-screen feed of various news networks. Keywords: [scott besant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-besant.md), [jd vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jd-vance.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [treasury secretary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treasury-secretary.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Scott Besant on Iran, New Trump Savings App (4:33–8:13) Treasury Secretary Scott Besant discusses Iran's nuclear enrichment and the necessity of free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. He also introduces a new mobile app for "Trump accounts," an IRA-style savings vehicle for children born between 2025 and 2028. The program includes a $1,000 federal donation, though the hosts remain skeptical of Besant's presentation style despite his policy expertise. Keywords: [scott besant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-besant.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [trump accounts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-accounts.md), ira savings [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Ebola Media Cycles, AI Parody Song Limitations (8:13–10:33) A retrospective medley highlights how the media has used Ebola to create public fear multiple times over the last 18 years. The discussion touches on how AI technology currently refuses to generate parody songs due to copyright and legal safeguards. This is contrasted with the "Weird Al" Yankovic era of creative, human-made musical satire. Keywords: [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), parody songs, [media fear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-fear.md), weird al yankovic [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/4.md) ### 5. WHO Ebola Emergency, World Cup Travel Concerns (10:34–13:51) The World Health Organization declares a global health emergency as an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo outpaces containment efforts. Travel restrictions are implemented at major U.S. airports in Atlanta, Washington D.C., and Houston. Officials express concern regarding the upcoming FIFA World Cup and the potential for the virus to spread via international travelers. Keywords: [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [democratic republic of congo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-republic-of-congo.md), [fifa world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifa-world-cup.md), [travel restrictions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel-restrictions.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/5.md) ### 6. CDC Airport Screenings, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya (13:54–16:23) Acting CDC Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya requests volunteers to bolster Ebola screening efforts at U.S. airports for passengers arriving from Central Africa. While aid workers in the Congo report being stretched thin, the CDC maintains that the risk of a domestic outbreak remains low. The timing of the media coverage is questioned in relation to the upcoming World Cup and political midterms. Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [jay bhattacharya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-bhattacharya.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [airport screening](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-screening.md), [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Interregnum Definition, Liberal World Order (16:24–19:28) The hosts debate the meaning of the word "interregnum" after it is used to describe Donald Trump's presidency as a gap in the "Liberal World Order." Using the "Book of Knowledge" AI, they define the term as a period between successive reigns or regimes where normal government is suspended. They conclude that by definition, an interregnum implies the leader is not a king. Keywords: interregnum, [liberal world order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberal-world-order.md), [book of knowledge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-of-knowledge.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [vocabulary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocabulary.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Dragnet 1965 Marijuana Prophecy, Predictive Programming (19:29–22:01) A 1965 clip from the television show Dragnet features a dialogue where a character predicts that marijuana will eventually be packaged, taxed, and sold like liquor once younger generations enter the workforce. The hosts discuss this as a form of "predictive programming" and note how accurately the show's writers anticipated the future of drug policy and social morality. Keywords: [dragnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dragnet.md), [jack webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-webb.md), [marijuana legalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana-legalization.md), [predictive programming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/predictive-programming.md), [television history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-history.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Teen Takeovers, Chicago Curfew Debates (22:01–26:25) Law enforcement officials in Florida and Chicago address the "teen takeover" trend driven by social media, where large groups of juveniles gather to vandalize businesses. Polk County authorities threaten to arrest parents for their children's conduct. In Chicago, Police Superintendent Larry Snelling and local aldermen push for stricter curfews despite opposition from Mayor Brandon Johnson. Keywords: teen takeovers, [polk county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polk-county.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [brandon johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brandon-johnson.md), larry snelling [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Parental Accountability, Historical Gang Rumbles (26:25–31:42) Chicago officials propose charging parents of minors arrested during teen takeovers with contributing to the delinquency of a minor, a misdemeanor carrying potential jail time. The hosts compare modern "takeovers" to historical gang "rumbles" at the Alameda County Fair in the 1960s. They argue that while the behavior isn't new, social media has amplified the scale and visibility of these events. Keywords: [parental liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parental-liability.md), delinquency of a minor, [alameda county fair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alameda-county-fair.md), gangs of new york, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Young Washington Movie, French-Indian War History (31:42–35:16) A review of the film "Young Washington" explores George Washington's early military career in colonial Virginia and his involvement in the Ohio Valley conflict against the French. The movie depicts Washington's struggle for respect within the British Army and his relationship with Native American tribes. The hosts discuss the violent nature of American history as portrayed in the film. Keywords: [george washington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-washington.md), young washington, [angel studios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angel-studios.md), ohio valley, french-indian war [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Whatever Podcast, OnlyFans Model Trivia Failures (35:16–41:30) The hosts review clips from the "Whatever" podcast, where the host asks OnlyFans models basic general knowledge questions. The models struggle to identify the capital of the United States, the number of states in the union, and the location of the Panama Canal. The segment highlights a perceived decline in basic education and historical literacy among younger generations. Keywords: [whatever podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whatever-podcast.md), [onlyfans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/onlyfans.md), [general knowledge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-knowledge.md), [trivia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trivia.md), [viral clips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-clips.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Dutch Schooling Anecdote, 52 States Myth (41:32–44:21) A personal anecdote describes a conflict with a Dutch schoolteacher in the 1970s who insisted the United States had 52 states. After calling the American embassy to confirm there were only 50, the student was kicked out of class for presenting the recorded evidence. This experience is cited as a formative moment in the development of a skeptical, independent media mindset. Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), american embassy, [podcasting origins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-origins.md), [geography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geography.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Trump Cabinet Meeting, Reflecting Pool Renovation (44:22–47:45) During a televised cabinet meeting, Donald Trump discusses the renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, detailing the removal of trash and the specific "American Flag Blue" paint used. He also addresses negotiations with Iran, stating he is not pressured by the upcoming midterm elections to reach a deal. The media's tendency to cut away from substantive policy reports is criticized. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [washington monument](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-monument.md), reflecting pool, [cabinet meeting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cabinet-meeting.md), [drug prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-prices.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Oman Threat Controversy, Strait of Hormuz (47:46–49:33) Media outlets, including CNN's Anderson Cooper, report on Donald Trump's comment about "blowing up" Oman if they do not cooperate regarding the Strait of Hormuz. While Oman is a U.S. ally, Trump emphasizes that the strait must remain open as international waters. The State Department later posted the clip, suggesting the statement was an intentional diplomatic signal rather than a slip of the tongue. Keywords: [oman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oman.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), international waters [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Presidential Transparency, Media Reporting Habits (49:34–54:21) The hosts discuss Trump's unique practice of allowing the press to film entire cabinet meetings, likening it to a corporate "Monday morning management meeting." They argue that journalists find these sessions boring and fail to report on the actual data presented, such as crime statistics and job growth, focusing instead on controversial soundbites. Keywords: [white house press corps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-press-corps.md), [transparency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transparency.md), cabinet meetings, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), ceo style [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Drug Price Reductions, Fraud Task Force (54:22–57:50) The Trump administration reports significant discounts on prescription drugs and the addition of 1,000 low-cost generics to the federal database. A fraud task force led by Todd Blanche claims to have uncovered billions in defrauded taxpayer money, including a suspicious $2 billion environmental grant involving Stacey Abrams that was subsequently canceled. Keywords: [prescription drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prescription-drugs.md), [generics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generics.md), fraud task force, [todd blanche](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-blanche.md), [stacey abrams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stacey-abrams.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Tulsi Gabbard, Student Loan Fraud Investigation (57:50–1:00:19) Outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is thanked for her work on intelligence trust and findings related to Russia. The Department of Education reports uncovering massive student loan fraud involving non-existent individuals and illegal aliens. A host shares a personal story about government contract fraud in the Netherlands to illustrate the persistence of "the government teat." Keywords: [tulsi gabbard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsi-gabbard.md), [department of education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-education.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [national intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-intelligence.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Lee Zeldin, EPA Funding Cancellations (1:00:20–1:03:16) EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin reports the cancellation of $29 billion in funding that the previous administration attempted to "rush out the door" before the inauguration. This includes the controversial $2 billion allocated to an organization linked to Stacey Abrams. The hosts note that these significant financial recoveries are largely ignored by mainstream news outlets. Keywords: [lee zeldin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lee-zeldin.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), environmental fraud, [stacey abrams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stacey-abrams.md), [budget cuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budget-cuts.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Third-Country National Agreements, Deportation Strategy (1:03:17–1:05:02) Senator Marco Rubio details new agreements with 20 countries that allow the U.S. to deport illegal immigrants to safe third-party nations if they refuse to return to their country of origin. Rubio claims that when faced with being sent to countries like Nigeria or the Congo, many individuals suddenly choose to return to their home countries voluntarily. Keywords: [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [deportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deportation.md), third-country agreements, [immigration policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-policy.md), [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Venezuela Oil Production, Cuba's Gaesa Monopoly (1:05:03–1:08:28) The U.S. reports that 10 million barrels of Venezuelan oil have been delivered since January, with proceeds held in a Treasury-monitored account audited by KPMG to benefit the Venezuelan people. Rubio also highlights "Gaesa," a military-controlled conglomerate in Cuba that dominates 70% of the island's economy, preventing wealth from reaching the general population. Keywords: [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), gaesa, [oil production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-production.md), [kpmg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kpmg.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Alaska Oil Leases, China Energy Trade (1:08:29–1:10:59) Interior Secretary Doug Burgum reports that oil lease sales on public lands, including the North Slope of Alaska, have generated $4 billion in revenue since January. This marks a significant increase over the previous administration's figures. Experts predict a growth in energy exports to China, particularly in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and crude oil. Keywords: doug burgum, north slope, [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), [lng](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lng.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Federal Gas Tax Holiday Proposal (1:10:59–1:13:47) President Trump hints at a potential federal gas tax holiday ahead of the July 4th holiday to provide relief to consumers and truckers. The hosts discuss the 18.4 cent federal tax and contrast it with high state taxes in California, where specific environmental blends and refinery issues contribute to prices exceeding seven dollars per gallon. Keywords: [gas tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-tax.md), [fourth of july](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fourth-of-july.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [fuel prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fuel-prices.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Abraham Accords Expansion, Saudi Arabia Negotiations (1:13:47–1:16:10) The administration is "requesting strongly" that Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait join the Abraham Accords. Trump suggests that these countries "owe it" to the U.S. to sign the historic peace agreements. The hosts reflect on the overall positive nature of the manufacturing and economic reports presented during the cabinet meeting, which they feel are obscured by negative media algorithms. Keywords: [abraham accords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-accords.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Russian TikTok Psy-Ops, Pretty Girl Algorithms (1:16:11–1:20:12) A discussion on social media algorithms notes a trend of "pretty Russian girls" and pro-Putin content appearing on TikTok and Instagram. The hosts speculate that this could be an intelligence agency "psy-op" designed to warm the American public to a new geopolitical nexus involving Russia, India, and China. They contrast the perceived intelligence of these Russian content creators with the "nitwits" seen on American podcasts. Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [psy-op](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psy-op.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/25.md) ### 26. NASA Artemis Moon Base, Mars Mission Goals (1:20:13–1:24:56) NASA outlines a three-phase plan to establish a permanent moon base near the lunar South Pole by 2032, serving as a stepping stone for a future Mars mission. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman discusses a $20 billion investment over seven years. The hosts express skepticism about the timeline and the "scientific and economic potential" cited by the agency. Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [artemis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artemis.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mars.md), [jared isaacman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-isaacman.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Helium-3 Extraction, Lunar Economy Skepticism (1:24:57–1:28:22) The "Book of Knowledge" defines Helium-3 as a potential fuel for future fusion reactors and a component in quantum computing. NASA officials suggest that extracting Helium-3 from the moon could spark a "lunar economy." The hosts remain doubtful, predicting that the Artemis missions will face significant delays or technical failures before achieving these goals. Keywords: helium-3, [quantum computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [nuclear fusion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-fusion.md), [lunar economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-economy.md), [book of knowledge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-of-knowledge.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Orbital Economy, High-Speed Rail Comparison (1:28:22–1:31:38) NASA's vision includes manufacturing rocket propellant on the moon and developing an "orbital economy." The hosts compare the $20 billion NASA budget to the $100 billion spent on California's high-speed rail project, which has yet to lay any track. They argue that while the space budget is large, it is relatively small compared to domestic infrastructure failures. Keywords: orbital economy, propellant manufacturing, [california high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-high-speed-rail.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [space exploration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-exploration.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Ferrari Luce EV, Jony Ive Design (1:31:39–1:35:25) Ferrari unveils the "Luce," its first all-electric vehicle, designed in collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive. The car features a body made partly of Corning glass and an electronic amplification system to mimic traditional engine sounds. Market analysts express concern that the $640,000 EV may "cheapen" the Ferrari brand, leading to a drop in share prices. Keywords: ferrari luce, [jony ive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jony-ive.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), corning glass, engine sound [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Mayor Mamdani, Wall Street Backlash (1:35:27–1:38:37) New York City Mayor Mamdani meets with banking executives, including JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, to address concerns over his "tax-the-rich" agenda. Dimon warns that socialist economic schemes are driving wealth and businesses out of New York to states like Texas. The hosts note that JPMorgan now has more employees in Texas than in New York. 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