# What do you call Soy milk?

> Corporate terminology, government insolvency, and the suspicious technical failures behind the Gulf oil disaster collide in a look at the week’s most suppressed headlines.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 207
- **Published:** 2010-06-10
- **Length:** 2h 1m
- **Topics:** [BP Oil Spill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp-oil-spill.md), [Geert Wilders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geert-wilders.md), [Carly Fiorina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carly-fiorina.md), FCC Surveillance, [Social Security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-security.md), Champix, TSA Scans
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk

## About this episode

The Deepwater Horizon disaster and the federal moratorium on offshore drilling are fueling speculation of a massive spike in oil prices designed to push cap-and-trade legislation. Rumors within the industry suggest Schlumberger technicians warned BP officials of well instability hours before the explosion, only to have their requests for evacuation ignored. This catastrophe may serve as a catalyst for liquidating BP and consolidating control under financial giants like JP Morgan.

In the Netherlands, Geert Wilders has secured a major electoral victory, prompting a "purple plus" coalition strategy from the Labor Party to marginalize his influence. Meanwhile, Carly Fiorina’s California primary win over Barbara Boxer has analysts predicting her potential as the first female President. Domestic concerns rise as the FCC partners with Sam Knows to embed surveillance software in Netgear routers, and the Social Security Administration warns that trust funds will be exhausted by 2037, paying out only 76 cents on the dollar. In the UK, actor Nicholas Williams was cleared of assault after blaming the anti-smoking drug Champix for a violent reaction, while the TSA faces scrutiny for screeners at O'Hare selecting attractive passengers for full-body scans.

Personal updates include a recovery shout-out for a listener named Rachel battling Lupus complications and a critique of the term human resources as a demeaning corporate label. The program also examines the absurdity of celebrity news, from Kate Hudson’s son’s hand splint to the naming of Lee Ling’s baby as a tribute to Bill Clinton following her North Korea rescue.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/transcript.md.

### 1. Human Resources Terminology and Corporate Culture (0:00–2:26)

The term "human resources" is criticized as being demeaning and unfriendly compared to the traditional "personnel manager." Observations from a company with 37 employees suggest the phrase treats people as mere assets or "eaters" rather than individuals. The shift in corporate vocabulary is described as an abhorrent development in modern workplace culture.

Keywords: [human resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-resources.md), personnel manager, [corporate culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-culture.md), mevo, [language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/language.md), demeaning

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Social Security Administration Benefits and Financial Solvency (2:26–8:06)

A formal letter from the Social Security Administration informs a recipient of their eligibility for benefits while simultaneously warning of future financial instability. The document claims the trust fund will be exhausted by 2037, leading to a projected payout of only 76 cents on the dollar. The communication is characterized as a propaganda effort to excuse decades of government mismanagement of tax contributions.

Keywords: social security administration, retirement benefits, social security trust fund, [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), 2037

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Executive Producer Donation and Silverdale Costco Optometry (8:07–11:51)

Raj Dosanjh from Gig Harbor, Washington, donated $333.33 to the program, earning his 15-year-old son, Rajdeep, an executive producer credit for the episode. Raj operates as an optometrist at the Silverdale Costco, where listeners are encouraged to visit for a potential discount. The hosts suggest the producer credit could serve as a valuable extracurricular activity for the teenager's future college applications.

Keywords: raj dosanjh, gig harbor, silverdale costco, [optometrist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/optometrist.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/3.md)

### 4. San Francisco Corporate Meetings and Productivity (11:52–13:35)

Frustration is expressed regarding the time-consuming nature of corporate meetings in San Francisco following a stint at Cranky Geeks. Despite attempts to avoid administrative obligations by appearing on Buzz Out Loud, a three-hour block of back-to-back meetings proved physically draining. The experience highlights a preference for independent work over traditional office environments.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [cranky geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), [buzz out loud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-out-loud.md), corporate meetings, [productivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/productivity.md), nick mack

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Champix Side Effects and Nicholas Williams Assault Case (13:36–16:22)

Actor Nicholas Williams, known for the British series Casualty, was cleared of assault charges after blaming his violent behavior on the anti-smoking drug Champix. The court heard details of a "waterboarding" incident involving a shower head and the actor's ex-girlfriend, which the defense attributed to a reaction between the medication and alcohol. The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding the psychiatric side effects of varenicline.

Keywords: champix, [chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), nicholas williams, casualty, [assault](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assault.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Lupus Complications and Dame Rachel Shout-out (16:22–17:54)

A listener's girlfriend, Rachel, is recovering in a regular hospital room after suffering life-threatening platelet complications and seizures caused by Lupus. Despite a dire initial prognosis from ER doctors on Friday, she regained consciousness in the ICU and inquired about the latest podcast episodes. The hosts offer their well-wishes for her ongoing recovery from the incurable autoimmune disease.

Keywords: [lupus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lupus.md), platelets, [intensive care unit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intensive-care-unit.md), [seizures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seizures.md), dame rachel, [recovery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recovery.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Dutch General Election and Geert Wilders (17:55–19:36)

The Dutch general election results show a close race between the right-wing and the left-wing Labor Party, with Geert Wilders securing a significant portion of the vote. Political analysts discuss the possibility of a "purple plus" coalition designed to marginalize Wilders by forming a government without his party. The strategy aims to keep the controversial figure in the opposition despite his electoral gains.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [geert wilders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geert-wilders.md), [labor party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-party.md), purple government, [elections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elections.md), right-wing

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Carly Fiorina California Senate Campaign and Presidential Potential (19:37–30:31)

Carly Fiorina's victory in the California Republican primary sets up a high-stakes Senate race against incumbent Barbara Boxer. Fiorina is praised for her polished political style and effective use of rhetoric, leading to a prediction that she could become the first female President of the United States. Her campaign strategy utilizes personal anecdotes and sharp critiques of the Obama administration's economic policies.

Keywords: [carly fiorina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carly-fiorina.md), [barbara boxer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-boxer.md), [california senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-senate.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), 2010 primary

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/8.md)

### 9. SCRAM Alcohol Monitoring and Lindsay Lohan Legal Issues (30:31–39:40)

The SCRAM alcohol monitoring anklet worn by Lindsay Lohan reportedly triggered an alert during the MTV Movie Awards, leading to a $200,000 bail requirement. Industry insiders describe the lucrative business of ignition interlock devices and monitoring services, which generate significant revenue for companies like Draeger through installation and reporting fees. Critics argue these systems are prone to false positives and serve as a form of "neo-prohibitionist" surveillance.

Keywords: [lindsay lohan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsay-lohan.md), [scram bracelet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scram-bracelet.md), draeger, interlock device, [dui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dui.md), mtv movie awards

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/9.md)

### 10. World Health Organization Alcohol Policy and Neo-Prohibitionism (39:42–41:45)

The World Health Organization is accused of pursuing a neo-prohibitionist agenda aimed at restricting global alcohol consumption. Reports from Scotland link alcohol to a series of murders, which critics view as a pretext for increased public control. The argument suggests that removing social lubricants like alcohol makes the population easier for authorities to manage.

Keywords: [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [alcohol ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcohol-ban.md), [prohibition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prohibition.md), [scotland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scotland.md), social lubricant, control

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Hartford Hospital Marijuana Driving Study (41:45–46:16)

A three-year study conducted by Hartford Hospital researchers found that smoking marijuana has minimal impact on actual driving performance, though it increases susceptibility to distraction. Volunteers in a driving simulator tended to drive slower and more cautiously after consuming the drug. The findings come as California prepares to vote on marijuana legalization in the upcoming November election.

Keywords: hartford hospital, [marijuana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana.md), driving study, fox ct, [simulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/simulation.md), [distraction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/distraction.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Lee Ling and Bill Clinton North Korea Rescue (46:16–48:17)

Journalist Lee Ling, who was rescued from North Korea by Bill Clinton in 2009, has given birth to a baby girl. The child was named Lee Jefferson Clayton, with the middle name serving as a tribute to the former President's middle name. The announcement sparked humorous speculation regarding the circumstances of the rescue mission and the timing of the birth.

Keywords: lee ling, [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [baby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baby.md), [lisa ling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisa-ling.md), [jefferson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jefferson.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Kate Hudson and Ryder Hudson Media Coverage (48:17–50:51)

Actress Kate Hudson appeared on the Letterman show to clarify that her son Ryder's hand splint was merely a childhood phase rather than a serious injury. The media coverage of Hudson walking with her son in Manhattan is mocked as "inane bull crap" presented as breaking news. The segment highlights the trivial nature of celebrity-focused infotainment.

Keywords: kate hudson, ryder hudson, [david letterman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-letterman.md), [Manhattan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manhattan.md), [celebrity news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/celebrity-news.md), [injury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/injury.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Gavin Newsom and California Green Energy Policy (50:52–53:57)

San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom's primary victory speech focused heavily on environmental legislation and the Kyoto Protocol. Critics argue that prioritizing cap-and-trade and green energy initiatives is inappropriate given California's high unemployment rate. Newsom's claims that European countries like the UK and Germany achieved higher growth through similar policies are dismissed as factually incorrect.

Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), ab 32, [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/14.md)

### 15. BP Oil Spill and Gulf of Mexico Drilling Moratorium (53:57–59:23)

The Deepwater Horizon disaster and the subsequent federal moratorium on offshore drilling are viewed as a catalyst for a massive spike in oil prices. Speculation suggests the crisis will be used to push through cap-and-trade legislation and potentially liquidate BP, benefiting larger financial entities like JP Morgan. The economic fallout is expected to devastate the Gulf Coast region, potentially leading to a "Haiti-style" redevelopment of the area.

Keywords: [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), [deepwater horizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepwater-horizon.md), [gulf of mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gulf-of-mexico.md), [drilling moratorium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drilling-moratorium.md), [cap and trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cap-and-trade.md), [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Deepwater Horizon Sabotage Theories and Industry Gossip (59:24–1:01:44)

Rumors circulating within the oil industry suggest potential sabotage or undocumented modifications to the Deepwater Horizon rig's blowout preventer. While Congress and BP investigate technical failures, some argue that the focus on the disaster is being used as theater to justify a transition away from fossil fuels. The total shutdown of drilling is criticized as a move that will harm the American economy without providing a viable energy alternative.

Keywords: [deepwater horizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepwater-horizon.md), [sabotage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sabotage.md), [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), [transocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transocean.md), rov, [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Schlumberger Safety Warnings and Oil Rig Negligence (1:01:45–1:05:29)

A report claims that Schlumberger technicians warned BP officials that the Deepwater Horizon well was unstable and should be plugged hours before the explosion. According to the account, the technicians requested an immediate helicopter evacuation after their warnings were ignored. This incident is cited as an example of the "production at all costs" mentality prevalent in the oil industry, which often leads to criminal negligence.

Keywords: schlumberger, [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), oil rig, safety inspection, [negligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/negligence.md), [union oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/union-oil.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Listener Donations and James Taylor PBS Shilling (1:05:30–1:11:28)

The program acknowledges various listener donations, including a "Karma Club" contribution intended to help a listener's girlfriend find employment. The hosts contrast their independent, commercial-free model with the "begathons" of PBS, featuring a clip of musician James Taylor soliciting funds for the public broadcaster. Listeners are encouraged to maintain their five-dollar monthly subscriptions to ensure the show's continued independence.

Keywords: [james taylor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-taylor.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma-club.md), [subscriptions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subscriptions.md), user-supported

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Fox News Homeschooling and Terrorism Claims (1:11:29–1:14:28)

A Fox News segment featuring Rosanna Scotto and security specialist Robert Strang suggested that homeschooled children and "unpopular" students are at a higher risk of becoming radicalized terrorists. The commentary characterized those who are disenfranchised or bullied in school as potential threats to national security. This messaging is criticized as an attempt by the government to discourage homeschooling and maintain control over education.

Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md), rosanna scotto, robert strang, [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Obama "Kick Some Ass" Comment and Media Racialization (1:14:34–1:19:33)

President Obama's comment about looking for "whose ass to kick" regarding the BP oil spill sparked a heated debate on CNN about racial stereotypes. Pundits discussed whether the President was "going street" or if critics were using racialized language to describe his display of anger. The media coverage is described as a deliberate attempt to stir up racial tension rather than focusing on the administration's policy failures.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [don lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-lemon.md), [matt drudge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-drudge.md), [robert gibbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-gibbs.md), [bp oil spill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp-oil-spill.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/20.md)

### 21. CIA Heroin Trade and NCIS Media Messaging (1:19:34–1:22:44)

Reports suggest the CIA's involvement in the Afghan heroin trade is causing significant friction with Russia, where drug-related deaths are surging. Meanwhile, a segment from the television show NCIS is highlighted for its portrayal of the CIA and Homeland Security as agencies that can legally drain bank accounts of "bad guys" to fund operations. This is viewed as a form of predictive programming to normalize extrajudicial financial seizures.

Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [ncis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ncis.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Afghanistan Withdrawal Predictions and Blackwater Sale (1:22:45–1:26:42)

Senator Russ Feingold's appearance on the Tavis Smiley show is interpreted as a signal that the U.S. is preparing for a withdrawal from Afghanistan before the next presidential election. The news that Eric Prince is putting Blackwater up for sale further supports the theory that the "economic hitman" phase of the conflict is concluding. The war is described as a drain on American resources that has reached its logical end for commercial interests.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [russ feingold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russ-feingold.md), [tavis smiley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tavis-smiley.md), [blackwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackwater.md), [eric prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-prince.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Iraq War Strategy and the Jimmy Carter Parallel (1:26:42–1:30:12)

While a withdrawal from Afghanistan is predicted, the ongoing costs of the Iraq War remain a significant burden on the U.S. economy. Analysts suggest that political opponents may attempt to frame President Obama as a modern-day Jimmy Carter by engineering a crisis that makes him appear inept. The presence of Zbigniew Brzezinski as a recurring advisor to both administrations is noted as a point of strategic continuity.

Keywords: [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [jimmy carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-carter.md), [zbigniew brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zbigniew-brzezinski.md), [contractors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contractors.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Bill Gates Foundation Haiti Mobile Banking Project (1:30:12–1:33:01)

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has launched a $10 million fund to establish mobile banking services in earthquake-ravaged Haiti. Critics argue that providing digital cash and cell phone banking is a tone-deaf response to a population in need of basic necessities like clean water and food. The project is characterized as an attempt to integrate the impoverished nation into a global digital financial system.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), mobile banking, [malaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malaria.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cash.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Sam Knows Secret Sauce and FCC Router Surveillance (1:33:02–1:40:44)

The FCC has partnered with a UK-based company called Sam Knows to embed "secret sauce" software into consumer routers, starting with Netgear models. While marketed as a tool to measure broadband speeds, the technology is criticized as a potential backdoor for government surveillance of internet traffic. The company's opaque corporate structure and use of privacy-shielding services for its domain registration have raised significant red flags.

Keywords: sam knows, [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [netgear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netgear.md), [broadband](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadband.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), secret sauce

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/25.md)

### 26. UK TV Licensing and BBC Top Gear (1:40:45–1:42:22)

In the United Kingdom, residents are required to pay a 142-pound annual TV license fee, which now applies to anyone with an internet connection regardless of television ownership. The fee supports the BBC, which is praised for producing high-quality content like Top Gear. The show's lack of commercial sponsors allows for honest, often brutal reviews of vehicles, such as the Ford F-150.

Keywords: [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [tv license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tv-license.md), [top gear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/top-gear.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [internet connection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-connection.md), [ford f-150](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-f-150.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/26.md)

### 27. High-Speed Rail Propaganda and Bakersfield Route (1:42:22–1:44:52)

The marketing for the new iPhone 4 mentions the use of aluminosilicate glass, the same material used in high-speed trains, which is viewed as a subtle "trains good, planes bad" propaganda effort. In California, the proposed high-speed rail route through Bakersfield is criticized as a front for expanding freight capacity rather than serving passengers. Local opposition is growing as the planned 200-mph tracks threaten schools and historic buildings.

Keywords: [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [iphone 4](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone-4.md), [bakersfield](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bakersfield.md), [freight trains](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freight-trains.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/27.md)

### 28. TSA Body Scanners and Airport Privacy Concerns (1:44:53–1:47:58)

The Wall Street Journal reports that TSA screeners at airports like O'Hare are disproportionately selecting "good-looking" passengers for full-body scans. Incidents of travelers being harassed for attempting to hold up their pants during the "prisoner-style" screening process have led to formal complaints. The technology is criticized for creating a "naked picture" database that screeners use for entertainment, further degrading the air travel experience.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md), [o'hare airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/o-hare-airport.md), [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [screening](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screening.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Continental Airlines Jewelry Theft and Travel Scares (1:47:59–1:51:36)

A suspicious news report details a woman's claim that her drink was spiked and her Swarovski jewelry stolen during a Continental Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Newark. The story, which involves a "long walk" from row 16 to purchase a soda, is dismissed as a fabricated scare tactic designed to make air travel seem dangerous. The FBI is reportedly investigating the incident, though critics point out numerous factual inconsistencies in the victim's account.

Keywords: [continental airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/continental-airlines.md), jewelry theft, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [tel aviv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tel-aviv.md), [newark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newark.md), spiked drink

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/29.md)

### 30. UK Fox Attacks and Google Caffeine Search Update (1:51:36–1:55:51)

In the UK, a series of fox attacks has sparked a debate over culling the animals, with Queen guitarist Brian May advocating for their protection. Simultaneously, the European Parliament is considering a plan to force Google to store all user search data for two years. Google has also rolled out a new search architecture called "Caffeine," though users complain that search results are increasingly dominated by commercial SEO content rather than relevant information.

Keywords: [brian may](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-may.md), [foxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foxes.md), google caffeine, [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [european parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-parliament.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Sarah Palin Media Speculation and Howard Stern Strategy (1:55:53–2:01:00)

Media outlets like Entertainment Tonight are focusing on speculation regarding whether Sarah Palin underwent cosmetic surgery. Meanwhile, plans are discussed for an upcoming appearance on the Howard Stern Show, where the hosts intend to challenge Stern's outdated views on broadcasting. They suggest Stern could earn significantly more by moving to an independent, user-supported streaming model rather than staying with satellite radio.

Keywords: [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), [howard stern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-stern.md), [satellite radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellite-radio.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [entertainment tonight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entertainment-tonight.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/31.md)

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