# Drunk in America

> Global currency shifts and World Cup fixing allegations collide as international elites navigate missing Haiti relief funds and the expansion of domestic surveillance technologies.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 215
- **Published:** 2010-07-08
- **Length:** 2h
- **Topics:** World Cup Fix, SDR Currency, [BP Oil Spill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp-oil-spill.md), Haiti Aid, DHS Surveillance, [Monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [Climategate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climategate.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america

## About this episode

Speculation of match-fixing surrounds the FIFA World Cup final as Spain prepares to face the Netherlands. Claims suggest a Spanish victory is necessary to quell domestic unrest over 20% unemployment, while the Dutch government remains in a state of paralysis following the June 9th elections. Suspicious refereeing in previous matches involving Spain and Argentina fuels theories that the tournament outcome has been predetermined by global elites.

International organizations including the IMF and United Nations are accelerating a transition toward Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) as a global currency to replace the US dollar. This shift is evidenced by new airline carriage agreements from Delta and KLM that list disaster compensation in SDRs. Meanwhile, Queen Elizabeth II visited the UN General Assembly to address the $10 billion in missing Haiti reconstruction funds, which critics allege are being withheld by the Clinton Foundation. In the Gulf, BP is utilizing GAAP accounting to turn a $20 billion spill escrow fund into a $7 billion tax break, while rumors of mass evacuations and chemical dispersant health risks continue to circulate.

CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer faces ridicule after finishing Celebrity Jeopardy with negative $5,000, failing to identify the definition of a plaintiff or the location of Bethlehem. Adult film star Bobby Eden successfully leveraged the World Cup to gain 35,000 Twitter followers through a viral sexual wager. The program concludes with predictions for the Spain-Netherlands final from Gitmo Nation West.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/transcript.md.

### 1. FIFA World Cup Rigging Allegations, Spain versus Netherlands (0:01–7:45)

Speculation arises regarding potential match-fixing in the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and the Netherlands. Claims suggest Spain must win to prevent civil unrest due to 20% unemployment, while the Netherlands remains without a formal government following the June 9th elections. A referee's suspicious coin toss during the Spain-Argentina match is cited as evidence of a "fix" favoring the Spanish team.

Keywords: [fifa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifa.md), [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [match fixing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/match-fixing.md), [geert wilders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geert-wilders.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Bobby Eden Porn Star Twitter Promotion, Spain Victory Bet (7:45–9:35)

Adult film actress Bobby Eden gained 35,000 Twitter followers after promising a sexual act to her followers if the Netherlands wins the World Cup. The move is characterized as a clever "twitter hack" or marketing ploy, as she likely anticipates a Spanish victory. The discussion contrasts this type of low-brow marketing with the listener-supported model of the current program.

Keywords: [bobby eden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bobby-eden.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [adult industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adult-industry.md), [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [social media marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media-marketing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Executive Producer Credits, USA Today Media Recognition (9:36–12:52)

David Walsh and Sir Randy Asher are credited as executive producers for episode 215 following significant financial contributions. The program notes recent media coverage in USA Today, which has led to an influx of new listeners. Listeners are encouraged to use their producer credits on professional resumes to reflect their participation in the "accredited" audience of 400,000.

Keywords: david walsh, [randy asher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/randy-asher.md), [usa today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-today.md), [no agenda stuff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stuff.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Dutch Government Formation Delays, Pedophile Ring Allegations (12:54–18:40)

The delay in forming a Dutch coalition government is attributed to efforts to keep Hirsch Ballin in the Justice Department to protect elite pedophile rings. Reference is made to a recent search of the Archbishop's residence in Brussels, where evidence related to the Marc Dutroux case was allegedly discovered. The political exclusion of Geert Wilders is framed as a necessity for the "pedophile elites" to maintain control over the judiciary.

Keywords: [geert wilders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geert-wilders.md), hirsch ballin, [brussels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brussels.md), archbishop, dutroux, [pedophile ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pedophile-ring.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Queen Elizabeth UN Visit, Haiti Reconstruction Fund Criticism (18:41–24:04)

Queen Elizabeth II visited the United Nations General Assembly for the first time in 57 years, notably staying in New York for only five hours to avoid expenses. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon admitted that very little of the promised $10 billion for Haiti reconstruction has been delivered. Allegations are made that donated funds are being held or misused by the Clinton Foundation and the Red Cross while the Haitian government struggles to pay officials.

Keywords: [queen elizabeth ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queen-elizabeth-ii.md), [ban ki-moon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ban-ki-moon.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [red cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-cross.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Special Drawing Rights, Global Currency Transition (24:05–28:02)

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and United Nations are reportedly transitioning toward Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) as a global monetary unit to replace the US dollar. Evidence of this shift is noted in airline carriage agreements from Delta, KLM, and Ryanair, which now list disaster compensation in SDRs rather than local currency. This movement is described as a deliberate erosion of US sovereignty in favor of a centralized world government.

Keywords: [sdr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sdr.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), montreal convention, [delta airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delta-airlines.md), [sovereignty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereignty.md), [world government](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-government.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Monsanto GM Food Propaganda, Orthorexia Labeling (28:03–32:40)

The BBC is criticized for publishing a pro-genetically modified (GM) food article by Jonathan Jones without disclosing his professional ties to Monsanto. The term "orthorexia nervosa" is highlighted as a new medical label used to pathologize individuals obsessed with eating healthy or avoiding GM products. The discussion notes that Haiti recently rejected Monsanto seed donations to maintain control over their own food supply.

Keywords: [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), gm food, [codex alimentarius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/codex-alimentarius.md), orthorexia, jonathan jones

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Lindsay Lohan Sentencing, Neo-Prohibitionist DUI Policies (32:42–36:48)

Lindsay Lohan's jail sentence is framed as a public reminder of state control over the individual. Reports from Florida and Montana describe aggressive DUI enforcement, including arrests for "public drunkenness" immediately upon exiting bars and strict probation terms that forbid alcohol consumption at home. Technical details of ignition interlock devices, which require users to hum while blowing to prevent tampering, are discussed as part of a "neo-prohibitionist" trend.

Keywords: [lindsay lohan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsay-lohan.md), [dui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dui.md), [montana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/montana.md), [ignition interlock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ignition-interlock.md), alcohol laws

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/8.md)

### 9. San Diego Beach Alcohol Ban, Kate Sessions Park (36:48–38:59)

Following a ban on alcohol at San Diego beaches, Fourth of July revelers were funneled into "drinking camps" at Kate Sessions Park. News footage described a fair-like atmosphere where police monitored designated zones for alcohol consumption. The restriction is compared to "free speech zones," where liberty is permitted only within strictly defined, fenced-in boundaries.

Keywords: [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), [alcohol ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcohol-ban.md), [fourth of july](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fourth-of-july.md), kate sessions park, beer bongs

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Prohibition History, US Alcohol Consumption Trends (39:00–45:26)

A discussion of the book "Last Call" explores the unusual coalition of the KKK, the Progressive Party, and the Women's Suffrage movement that led to the 18th Amendment. Historical data suggests that in 1830, American alcohol consumption peaked at seven-and-a-half gallons of pure alcohol per person annually. Modern enforcement is contrasted with the era of James Madison, who reportedly drank a pint of whiskey every day.

Keywords: [prohibition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prohibition.md), last call, [kkk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kkk.md), women's suffrage, [james madison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-madison.md), [alcohol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcohol.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Obama Birth Certificate Claims, Globe Magazine Report (45:28–47:07)

The Globe magazine features a headline claiming a Hawaiian election clerk has come forward as a whistleblower stating Barack Obama's birth certificate does not exist. The segment references a past comment by Michelle Obama regarding Kenya as a "homeland." The discussion also touches on the high quality of modern hyper-realistic masks used in criminal activities.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [birth certificate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birth-certificate.md), [globe magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globe-magazine.md), [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Climategate Inquiry Report, Scientific Dishonesty Clearance (47:07–49:57)

A 160-page PDF report investigating the "Climategate" scandal has officially cleared scientists at the Climate Research Unit (CRU) of all dishonesty. The analysis argues that the leaked emails were taken out of context and are open to interpretation. The findings are dismissed by the speakers as a "bullcrap" attempt to move past the controversy and re-establish the narrative of man-made climate change.

Keywords: [climategate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climategate.md), [cru](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cru.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), pdf report, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Adam Savage RFID Segment, American Express Censorship (50:47–52:08)

Adam Savage of Mythbusters reportedly backpedaled on his claims that American Express blocked a segment on RFID security. While Savage initially stated the credit card company threatened the show's advertising, he later claimed the producers made the decision to cut the segment. The speakers interpret this reversal as a forced correction to protect his employment and the show's sponsors.

Keywords: adam savage, [mythbusters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mythbusters.md), [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), [american express](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-express.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Listener Donations, Birthday Shoutouts, Pocket No Agenda App (52:08–59:09)

A series of listener donations are acknowledged, including a "de-douching" for Simon Alicia and a birthday shoutout for the host's partner, Mickey. The "Pocket No Agenda" mobile application is praised for its ability to stream the show effectively on the iPhone 4, despite the device's reported hardware issues. Several listeners contribute "double nickels" ($55.50) to request good karma for unemployed friends and family.

Keywords: eric Newman, [matthew greensmith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-greensmith.md), [pocket no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pocket-no-agenda.md), [iphone 4](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone-4.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Ohio High-Speed Rail Criticism, Car Infrastructure (59:09–1:01:37)

A listener from Ohio criticizes a $400 million stimulus project intended to connect major cities via rail, noting that the train will take six hours compared to a four-hour drive. The discussion emphasizes that the United States is fundamentally designed for cars and airplanes, making passenger rail projects inefficient and a "money grab" for contractors.

Keywords: [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [cincinnati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cincinnati.md), [cleveland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/15.md)

### 16. International Donations, Malbec Wine, Support Methods (1:01:38–1:04:56)

Donations arrive from Victoria, Australia, and Masclat, France. The French town is noted for its Malbec-based wines, leading to a brief discussion on the potential for future alcohol restrictions in Europe. Listeners are reminded of various ways to support the show via PayPal or the "producer" credit system at noagendashow.com.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), malbec, [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [no agenda show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-show.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Marc Mezvinsky Marriage, Clinton Family Ties (1:04:57–1:07:19)

The upcoming marriage of Chelsea Clinton to Marc Mezvinsky is discussed in the context of Marc's father, Edward Mezvinsky, a former congressman who served time in prison for a $10 million bank fraud scheme. The union is characterized as a merger of political "royal families," with suggestions that the marriage may be a payoff for the elder Mezvinsky's legal troubles.

Keywords: marc mezvinsky, [chelsea clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chelsea-clinton.md), edward mezvinsky, [bank fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-fraud.md), [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Mirena IUD Commercial, Birth Control Side Effects (1:07:20–1:10:04)

An advertisement for the Mirena intrauterine device (IUD) is analyzed for its extensive list of potential side effects, including pelvic inflammatory disease and the risk of the device attaching to the uterine wall. The speakers note the irony of pharmaceutical ads where the "disclaimers" take up more time than the sales pitch, yet consumers remain undeterred by the risks.

Keywords: mirena, iud, [birth control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birth-control.md), pelvic inflammatory disease, [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Pharmaceutical Masculinity, Aspirin Regimen Advertisements (1:10:04–1:12:36)

A Bayer aspirin commercial featuring a man being scolded by his wife for not following a doctor's regimen is criticized as an example of the "pussification" of the American male. The segment argues that these advertisements are designed to condition men to be submissive to medical authorities, setting the stage for future mandates regarding vaccines and other medications.

Keywords: [aspirin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspirin.md), [heart health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-health.md), [masculinity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masculinity.md), [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md), pussification

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/19.md)

### 20. NASA Outreach to Muslim World, Moonbase Alpha Game (1:12:37–1:17:07)

NASA Administrator Charles Bolden stated that one of his primary objectives under the Obama administration is to conduct outreach to the Muslim world to acknowledge their historical contributions to science and mathematics. While Fox News criticized the move, the segment notes that Bolden also emphasized global cooperation with Russia and China. Additionally, NASA's release of the "Moonbase Alpha" game is mentioned as a potential precursor to future lunar colonization.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), moonbase alpha, [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [mathematics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mathematics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/20.md)

### 21. California High-Speed Rail Website, Fly California Branding (1:17:07–1:22:25)

The California High-Speed Rail Authority's website is scrutinized for its high-end animations and the confusing "Fly California" branding appearing on the side of a train in their promotional video. The project is dismissed as a $800 billion "joke" that will never meet its travel time estimates. The speakers suggest the primary purpose of the rail upgrade is to move freight rather than people.

Keywords: [california high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-high-speed-rail.md), fly california, [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [animation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animation.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Air Traffic Controller Inexperience, Washington Airspace Risks (1:22:26–1:24:46)

A PR-driven news meme suggests that near-collisions are rising in Washington D.C. airspace due to an influx of inexperienced air traffic controllers. Reports indicate that 49 out of 177 controllers in the region are not yet fully certified. The segment questions whether this narrative is being pushed by agencies like Hill & Knowlton to justify further automation or budget increases.

Keywords: [air traffic control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-traffic-control.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [flight safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flight-safety.md), [hill and knowlton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hill-and-knowlton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Freight Rail vs Passenger Rail, Warren Buffett (1:24:47–1:28:23)

The push for high-speed rail is framed as a "red herring" for the expansion of freight infrastructure. Investors like Warren Buffett, who purchased Burlington Northern Santa Fe, are seen as the true beneficiaries of rail stimulus, as upgraded tracks allow for faster movement of goods from Mexico to Canada while bypassing unionized trucking. Passenger rail is deemed non-competitive with air travel in terms of both time and cost.

Keywords: [warren buffett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warren-buffett.md), [burlington northern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burlington-northern.md), [freight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freight.md), [amtrack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrack.md), [logistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logistics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Tony Blair BP Chairman Rumors, Lord Browne Scandal (1:28:23–1:31:03)

Rumors circulate that former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair may become the next chairman of British Petroleum (BP). Meanwhile, former BP CEO Lord Browne faces embarrassment after his former male escort lover allegedly provided evidence to American lawyers regarding fatal safety lapses caused by Browne's cost-cutting measures. Lord Browne currently serves as a cost-cutting "czar" for the UK government.

Keywords: [tony blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), lord browne, [cost-cutting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cost-cutting.md), male escort

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Gulf Oil Spill Evacuation Rumors, Corexit Health Concerns (1:31:03–1:36:00)

Internet radio shows are reporting potential mass evacuations of the Gulf Coast due to health risks from the BP oil spill and chemical dispersants. Claims include NATO ordering US Marines to Costa Rica in anticipation of the ocean floor rupturing. The lack of independent chemical analysis of the "goo" in the water is cited as evidence of a massive corporate and government cover-up.

Keywords: [gulf of mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gulf-of-mexico.md), [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), [fema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema.md), [corexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corexit.md), [evacuation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evacuation.md), [marines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Deepwater Horizon Live Feeds, Geolocation Data Discrepancies (1:36:01–1:38:57)

Analysis of the live ROV feeds from the Deepwater Horizon site reveals discrepancies in the overlay data. Specifically, the Q4000 Rove 1 camera displays coordinates significantly different from the other three feeds, suggesting it may be filming a different location entirely. The media is criticized for relying on looped YouTube clips rather than investigating these data inconsistencies.

Keywords: q4000, rov, [deepwater horizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepwater-horizon.md), [live stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/live-stream.md), [geolocation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geolocation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/26.md)

### 27. BP Tax Liability Reduction, GAAP Accounting Benefits (1:38:59–1:40:40)

BP's establishment of a $20 billion escrow fund for spill damages is revealed to be a significant tax advantage for the company. Under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), BP can expense the entire $20 billion in a single year, potentially reducing their US tax liability by $7 billion. This effectively results in a massive government-subsidized tax break for the corporation.

Keywords: [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), gaap, tax break, escrow, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Australian Taser Abuse Cover-up, New South Wales Police (1:40:41–1:42:37)

A 12-month trial of tasers by police in New South Wales, Australia, has been exposed for a "litany of misuses" that were initially covered up. Incidents included stunning a handcuffed child in juvenile detention and tasering suicidal individuals covered in flammable fuel. Despite these abuses, the government moved forward with arming 30,000 officers with the weapons.

Keywords: [tasers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tasers.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [new south wales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-south-wales.md), [police brutality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-brutality.md), [cover-up](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cover-up.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/28.md)

### 29. SIGARD Audio Surveillance, Dutch Public Monitoring (1:42:39–1:44:35)

The SIGARD surveillance system, which uses microphones to detect "verbal aggression" in public spaces, has been widely deployed across the Netherlands. The system is active in Amsterdam's Central Station, police headquarters, and various city centers like Groningen. Proponents claim it can predict physical violence by identifying aggressive speech patterns before a crime occurs.

Keywords: sigard, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), sound intelligence, [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/29.md)

### 30. DHS Cell All Initiative, Chemical Sensor Surveillance (1:44:36–1:48:56)

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is promoting the "Cell All" initiative, which aims to embed chemical sensors in consumer cell phones to detect deadly substances. While DHS claims the system will be "opt-in" and anonymous, skeptics argue it represents a new layer of always-on surveillance. The technical feasibility of such a device in a standard smartphone is also questioned.

Keywords: [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), cell all, chemical sensors, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Schiphol Airport Body Scanners, Image Storage Systems (1:48:58–1:50:36)

A source inside Schiphol Airport reports that while RFID baggage tracking was abandoned due to cost, 75 full-body scanners are being installed. Contrary to official claims that images are deleted immediately, the source alleges that a massive storage system has been implemented to archive all passenger scans.

Keywords: [schiphol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schiphol.md), [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [data storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-storage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/31.md)

### 32. National Guard Car X-Rays, Schenectady Drug Enforcement (1:50:38–1:54:44)

The New York National Guard is deploying portable car X-ray technology in Schenectady to assist local police in the "war on drugs." The equipment can scan vehicle undercarriages and swab surfaces for trace amounts of narcotics or explosives. This domestic use of military personnel and technology for routine policing is criticized as a violation of the US Constitution.

Keywords: [national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-guard.md), schenectady, [x-ray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/x-ray.md), [fourth amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fourth-amendment.md), [war on drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-on-drugs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Genetic Modification of Mice, Lesbian Behavior Study (1:54:45–1:57:12)

A study published in the BMC Genetics journal claims that deleting the "FUCM" gene in female mice causes them to reject males and attempt to mate with other females. Professor Park, the lead researcher, suggests the gene influences how the brain is exposed to estrogen. The segment mocks the study's relevance and the difficulty of finding human volunteers for similar genetic research.

Keywords: [genetics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genetics.md), [mice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mice.md), [estrogen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/estrogen.md), [sexuality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexuality.md), [research](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/research.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Wolf Blitzer Celebrity Jeopardy Failure, Media Criticism (1:57:13–1:59:00)

CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer is ridiculed for his poor performance on Celebrity Jeopardy, where he finished with negative $5,000. Blitzer failed to answer basic questions regarding the town of Bethlehem, the definition of a "plaintiff," and types of pasta. The failure is used to characterize the news anchor as a "douchebag" who lacks basic knowledge outside of reading a teleprompter.

Keywords: [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [jeopardy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeopardy.md), rigatoni, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Sunday Show Preview, World Cup Final Predictions (1:59:02–2:00:53)

The program concludes with final predictions for the World Cup match between Spain and the Netherlands. One host predicts a high-scoring Spanish victory to satisfy the "fix," while the other anticipates a 0-0 draw leading to a Dutch loss on penalties. The hosts sign off from "Gitmo Nation West" and Northern Silicon Valley, scheduling the next live broadcast for Sunday.

Keywords: [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), penalties, [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/215-drunk-in-america/chapter/35.md)

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