# Train Crashes into Plane > A massive intelligence bureaucracy merges with corporate interests as the White House navigates the Shirley Sherrod scandal and new financial mandates target private gold ownership. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 219 - **Published:** 2010-07-21 - **Length:** 2h 4m - **Topics:** Top Secret America, [Shirley Sherrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shirley-sherrod.md), Honeywell Iran, Gold 1099, Afghan Opium, [Federal Reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane ## About this episode The Obama administration forced USDA official Shirley Sherrod to resign this week following a selectively edited video released by Andrew Breitbart. While the NAACP and the White House initially condemned Sherrod, the full footage revealed her speech was actually a story of racial reconciliation and assistance to a white farmer. This media firestorm serves as a convenient distraction from the Washington Post investigation into Top Secret America and the massive expansion of the domestic intelligence bureaucracy. Dana Priest reports that 850,000 people now hold top-secret clearances within a redundant network of 1,200 government organizations and 1,900 private firms. Meanwhile, Honeywell continues business operations at Iran's Arak refinery through its subsidiary Universal Oil Products despite federal sanctions. Domestically, the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act grants Ben Bernanke and the Federal Reserve unprecedented oversight, while new IRS 1099 reporting mandates for gold purchases over $600 signal a move toward total financial surveillance. In the Middle East, returning soldiers claim U.S. troops are actively guarding Afghan poppy fields to stabilize the global heroin trade. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak examine the strange branding of the Fort Knox Human Resource Center of Excellence and the rise of the No Agenda Mothership boarding pass program. The duo also critiques Charlie Rose for a bizarrely intimate interview with Penelope Cruz and highlights BP's admission of using photoshopped images to manipulate public perception of the Gulf oil spill command center. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/transcript.md. ### 1. Fort Knox Human Resource Center of Excellence (0:00–3:22) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program by discussing a photograph sent by a producer of a granite stone at Fort Knox. The stone identifies the military base as the home of the Human Resource Center of Excellence. The hosts mock the terminology, noting the irony of a gold depository being labeled a hub for human resources. Keywords: [fort knox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-knox.md), [human resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-resources.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Canadian Producers and Saskatoon Airport Body Scanners (3:22–6:18) The show acknowledges donations from several Canadian producers, including Chasen Rudzilski and CG Meyer. A discussion ensues regarding the installation of $300,000 x-ray body scanners at the Saskatoon airport in Saskatchewan. The hosts question the utility of such expensive equipment for a city of 250,000 people. Keywords: [saskatoon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saskatoon.md), [saskatchewan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saskatchewan.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Chatroulette PR Campaign and No Agenda Mobile App (6:19–9:46) A PR associate reports on a seven-hour campaign on Chatroulette to promote the show using visual scrolls and audio clips. Additionally, a new No Agenda mobile application has been approved for the Apple App Store. The app utilizes iAds to generate revenue for the show while users listen to the live stream. Keywords: chatroulette, [mobile app](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mobile-app.md), iads, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [no agenda stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/3.md) ### 4. No Agenda Challenge Coins and TechZing Interview (9:46–12:41) Paul Couture has launched noagendafans.com to sell custom challenge coins, with 60% of gross proceeds benefiting the podcast. The coins are modeled after military traditions dating back to World War I. The hosts also address a credit request from TechZing Live following an interview with John C. Dvorak. Keywords: [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), techzing, [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), [world war i](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-i.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Shirley Sherrod Resignation and Media Manipulation (12:41–15:41) The Obama administration forced USDA official Shirley Sherrod to resign after Andrew Breitbart posted a video clip of her speaking at an NAACP event. The clip was later revealed to be taken out of context, as the full speech described Sherrod overcoming racial bias to help a white farmer. The hosts argue the controversy was used as a distraction from more significant news stories. Keywords: [shirley sherrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shirley-sherrod.md), [andrew breitbart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-breitbart.md), [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [naacp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naacp.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Washington Post Top Secret America Investigation (15:42–20:36) A two-year investigation by the Washington Post titled Top Secret America reveals that approximately 850,000 people hold top-secret clearances in the United States. The report details a massive, redundant intelligence bureaucracy that has merged with corporate entities. The hosts discuss the involvement of firms like Google and Facebook with CIA-backed venture capital firm In-Q-Tel. Keywords: [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [dana priest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dana-priest.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [in-q-tel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-q-tel.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Honeywell Business Operations in Iran (20:36–24:47) Honeywell is reportedly continuing business operations in Iran through its subsidiary, Universal Oil Products, despite U.S. sanctions. The company is involved in upgrading the Arak refinery while simultaneously serving as a major contractor for the United States government. The hosts highlight the contradiction of a U.S. defense contractor developing Iran's energy infrastructure. Keywords: [honeywell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/honeywell.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), arak refinery, [energy industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-industry.md), universal oil products [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/7.md) ### 8. IRS Form 1099 Reporting Requirements for Gold (24:47–27:15) New provisions in the healthcare bill will require small businesses to file 1099 forms for any purchase of goods or services exceeding $600 starting in 2012. This mandate includes the purchase of precious metals such as gold coins and bullion. Critics argue this allows the government to track private gold ownership for potential future confiscation. Keywords: [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [1099](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1099.md), [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md), [precious metals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/precious-metals.md), [healthcare bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare-bill.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Federal Reserve Empowerment and Financial Reform Act (27:16–31:55) President Obama signed the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, which the hosts characterize as the Federal Reserve Empowerment Act. The legislation grants Ben Bernanke and the Federal Reserve significant new powers over the financial system. The discussion also touches on diversity mandates for bank boards and the refusal of smaller banks to accept TARP funds. Keywords: [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), hr 4173, wall street reform, [tarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tarp.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Ron Paul on Real Unemployment and GDP (31:55–34:26) Congressman Ron Paul argues that the actual U.S. unemployment rate is closer to 22% when using alternative economic measurements. He criticizes the Bureau of Labor Statistics for excluding discouraged workers and questions the validity of GDP as a health metric. Paul suggests that government spending on military hardware artificially inflates GDP without providing societal value. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [gdp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gdp.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [cpi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpi.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Hillary Clinton 2012 Speculation and JournoList Leaks (34:27–37:47) Speculation arises regarding Hillary Clinton potentially replacing Barack Obama on the 2012 Democratic ticket as her public profile increases. Simultaneously, leaked transcripts from JournoList, a private listserv for liberal journalists, reveal efforts to suppress negative stories about Obama during the 2008 campaign. The hosts discuss the coordinated media effort to protect the administration. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [journolist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journolist.md), [2012 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2012-election.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Chuck Lorre Subliminal Vanity Cards (37:47–42:33) Television producer Chuck Lorre is using high-speed vanity cards at the end of shows like The Big Bang Theory to broadcast personal and political messages. One specific card, number 240, discusses the producer's views on God and Fox News. The hosts question the legality of flashing text too quickly for the average viewer to read without a DVR. Keywords: chuck lorre, [big bang theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-bang-theory.md), vanity cards, [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [subliminal messages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subliminal-messages.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Deaths of Socrates Gaiolias and Stephen Schneider (42:34–46:49) Investigative journalist Socrates Gaiolias was assassinated in Greece while reportedly working on a corruption story. Additionally, prominent climatologist Stephen Schneider died of a heart attack on a flight from Stockholm. The hosts speculate on the timing of Schneider's death in relation to the upcoming IPCC 5 report and the rebranding of global warming initiatives. Keywords: socrates gaiolias, [stephen schneider](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-schneider.md), [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [nobel prize](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nobel-prize.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Terrorist Threat of Surgically Implanted Explosives (46:52–50:41) A report from a retired JAG officer suggests that intelligence agencies are concerned about terrorists using surgically implanted explosives, specifically C4 within breast implants. The theory involves recruiting individuals from Somalia to undergo the procedure before flying to the United States via Amsterdam. The hosts note that this specific scenario has been discussed in conspiracy circles for months. Keywords: [jag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jag.md), [delta airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delta-airlines.md), [c4](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c4.md), [explosives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/explosives.md), [somalia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somalia.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/14.md) ### 15. False Flag Warnings and Economic Implosion (50:41–55:00) Former Clinton official Robert Shapiro stated in the Financial Times that only a 9/11-style event could restore confidence in Obama's leadership. The hosts interpret this as a potential "telegraphed" false flag operation. They further predict an intentional economic implosion managed by Ben Bernanke to facilitate the passage of cap and trade legislation. Keywords: robert shapiro, [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [cap and trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cap-and-trade.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/15.md) ### 16. NPR Sponsorship and Corporate Media (55:01–58:31) The hosts critique NPR for its increasing reliance on corporate advertisements disguised as sponsorship acknowledgments. They highlight commercials for Cedars-Sinai, Carbonite, and LifeLock appearing on the public radio network. This is contrasted with the No Agenda model of direct listener support without corporate influence. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), cedars-sinai, [carbonite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbonite.md), [lifelock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lifelock.md), [corporate sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-sponsorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Karma Donations and Job Success Stories (58:30–1:02:25) A listener shares a detailed story of "karma" after donating to the show, involving a series of coincidences with the number 333 during a job interview process. Despite initial setbacks, the donor eventually secured a position as a data network engineer. The hosts use the anecdote to encourage further donations to the program's "good luck" fund. Keywords: [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [333](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/333.md), [human resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-resources.md), [job interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/job-interview.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Producer Birthdays and International Support (1:02:25–1:07:10) The hosts read a list of birthdays and donations from listeners in Australia, Norway, and Canada. They acknowledge the diverse international base of "producers" who contribute to the show's operation. Specific mentions are made of listeners in Sydney, Oslo, and Saskatchewan who are participating in the knighthood program. Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/18.md) ### 19. No Agenda Mothership Boarding Pass Program (1:07:13–1:11:18) A new subscription tier of $33.33 per month offers listeners a numbered boarding pass to the "No Agenda Mothership." The program is limited to 1,000 participants and features custom artwork by Asher. The hosts joke about the mothership's recent sightings over China and its role in rescuing the "slaves" of Gitmo Nation. Keywords: [mothership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mothership.md), [boarding pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boarding-pass.md), [subscription](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subscription.md), [3333](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/3333.md), asher [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Weather Modification and Silver Iodide Seeding (1:11:18–1:13:56) Weather Modification Inc. is reportedly active in numerous U.S. states and foreign countries, using silver iodide to seed clouds and mitigate hail damage. The hosts discuss the environmental impact of these chemicals and reference a video of a KC-10 tanker allegedly spraying substances in the atmosphere. They link these activities to the broader "chemtrail" phenomenon. Keywords: [weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md), silver iodide, [cloud seeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-seeding.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), kc-10 [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/20.md) ### 21. South American Cold Wave and Climate Data (1:13:57–1:16:22) Despite reports that 2010 is the hottest year on record, South America is experiencing a historic cold wave with record snowfall in Argentina and Brazil. Over 80 people have reportedly died from the extreme weather. The hosts suggest that global temperature data is being rushed out to suppress news of the freezing conditions in the Southern Hemisphere. Keywords: [argentina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argentina.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [snow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snow.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Jeffrey Epstein Sentencing and Elitist Connections (1:16:22–1:19:44) Hedge fund manager Jeffrey Epstein received a controversial five-year sentence following allegations of sex trafficking underage girls in Palm Beach and other locations. The hosts highlight Epstein's high-profile connections, including Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew, and Larry Summers. They criticize the justice system for allowing wealthy individuals to receive lenient sentences for serious crimes. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [prince andrew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prince-andrew.md), [palm beach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palm-beach.md), [pedo bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pedo-bear.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Marijuana Legalization and the Emerald Triangle (1:19:45–1:22:39) A segment from Family Guy advocating for marijuana legalization is discussed, referencing the historical role of William Randolph Hearst in criminalizing hemp. The hosts also note a Wall Street Journal report on the "Emerald Triangle" in Northern California facing competition from large-scale pot farms in Los Angeles County. Keywords: [marijuana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana.md), [family guy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family-guy.md), emerald triangle, [hemp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hemp.md), [william randolph hearst](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-randolph-hearst.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Opium Production and Military Guarding in Afghanistan (1:22:39–1:26:08) A soldier returning from Afghanistan reports that U.S. troops are tasked with guarding poppy fields, only destroying them when CNN cameras are present for publicity. The hosts discuss the massive scale of Afghan opium production, estimated at 9,000 tons, and its role in the global banking system. They argue the military presence is securing the heroin trade rather than stopping it. Keywords: [opium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opium.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [poppy fields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy-fields.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/24.md) ### 25. 60 Minutes Report on the Taliban and IEDs (1:26:09–1:32:54) The hosts critique a 60 Minutes segment that attempts to redefine the Taliban as a collection of local tribes rather than a unified extremist force. The report features Marines in Helmand Province attempting to win over local villagers while dealing with IED threats. The hosts mock the journalistic quality and the perceived staged nature of the interactions shown on camera. Keywords: [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [ied](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ied.md), [helmand province](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helmand-province.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Charlie Rose Interview with Penelope Cruz (1:32:54–1:35:29) Charlie Rose is criticized for a "creepy" interview with actress Penelope Cruz on 60 Minutes. The hosts play clips of Rose obsessing over Cruz's sexuality and comparing her to Sophia Loren. They mock Rose's whispering tone and his line of questioning regarding the actress's "DNA." Keywords: [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), penelope cruz, sophia loren, [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interview.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/26.md) ### 27. BP Oil Spill Command Center Photo Manipulation (1:35:29–1:40:29) BP admitted to posting a photoshopped image of its Houston command center to exaggerate the level of activity during the Gulf oil spill. The hosts expand on this, suggesting that the underwater video feeds of the well capping might also be fabricated or staged. They question the high quality of the video in deep, oily water and suggest a media hoax is underway. Keywords: [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), [oil spill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-spill.md), [photoshop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photoshop.md), [gulf of mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gulf-of-mexico.md), [james cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-cameron.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/27.md) ### 28. German D-Mail and the New World Order (1:40:30–1:45:12) The German government has introduced "D-Mail," a secure electronic communication service that the hosts warn uses government-controlled encryption. In the UK, former Prime Minister Gordon Brown's testimony at the Iraq inquiry is analyzed, specifically his mention of creating a "New World Order" through international intervention. Keywords: d-mail, [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [gordon brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gordon-brown.md), [new world order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-world-order.md), [iraq inquiry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-inquiry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Suriname Coup and Police Filming Arrests (1:45:13–1:48:32) Desi Bouterse has returned to power in Suriname despite a previous conviction for executing political opponents. In the United States, citizens are increasingly being arrested for filming police officers in public, often charged with illegal wiretapping. The hosts encourage listeners to use mobile technology to document law enforcement activities surreptitiously. Keywords: [suriname](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suriname.md), desi bouters, [police](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police.md), [wiretapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wiretapping.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Taser Shotguns and Global Rail Expansion (1:48:32–1:53:01) New law enforcement technology includes a wireless taser shotgun shell that delivers an electric shock upon impact. The hosts also track a series of news stories favoring high-speed rail over aviation, noting a PR battle between the two industries. Recent earthquakes in Iran are also mentioned as potential targets of "earthquake machine" technology. Keywords: taser shotgun, [earthquakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquakes.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [trains](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trains.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Allstate Mayhem Commercial and Show Outro (1:53:01–1:56:18) The hosts review an Allstate "Mayhem" commercial that portrays a wealthy executive as a villain. They conclude the episode by reminding listeners to sign up for the mothership boarding pass program. The show signs off from "Gitmo Nation West" with a promise to return for the Sunday service. Keywords: [allstate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/allstate.md), mayhem, [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [mothership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mothership.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/219-train-crashes-into-plane/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Dana Priest on the Intelligence Bureaucracy (1:56:44–2:04:06) In a featured interview clip, Washington Post reporter Dana Priest discusses the findings of her "Top Secret America" investigation. She describes a post-9/11 intelligence apparatus that has grown so large and redundant that top officials cannot effectively manage it. Priest highlights the lack of coordination between the 1,200 government organizations and 1,900 private companies involved in national security. 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