# Marceaux for Governor > A massive intelligence leak ignores the Afghan opium trade while BP turns a catastrophic oil spill into a multi-billion dollar tax windfall for shareholders. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 221 - **Published:** 2010-07-29 - **Length:** 2h 16m - **Topics:** [WikiLeaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [BP Oil Spill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp-oil-spill.md), Basil Marceau, [Challenge Coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), [Corexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corexit.md), [Soylent Green](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soylent-green.md), RFID Tags - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor ## About this episode WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange faces scrutiny following the release of 70,000 Afghan War Diary documents, which notably omit data on regional poppy production. The New York Times and Mark Mazzetti confirm a vetting process with the White House, suggesting a coordinated marketing effort rather than a raw intelligence leak. This data dump arrives as the Pakistani ISI faces renewed allegations of supporting the Haqqani network while illicit opium supplies in Afghanistan surge to 89 percent. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner defends the expiration of Bush-era tax cuts on Meet the Press as a new healthcare provision requires employers to report insurance costs on W-2 forms. In the corporate sector, BP reports a 34 percent revenue increase despite the Deepwater Horizon disaster, benefiting from a 10 billion dollar tax break. Technical testimony reveals the rig relied on an obsolete Windows NT operating system that frequently suffered the blue screen of death prior to the explosion. Basil Marceau, a Republican candidate for Governor of Tennessee, demands the removal of gold-fringed flags and the recall of all gun permits to facilitate universal open carry. The segment takes a turn into the bizarre as the hosts analyze a Barbie Video Girl doll equipped with a hidden chest camera. This episode features a deep dive into the value-for-value model and the history of military challenge coins with Executive Producer Paul Couture. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/transcript.md. ### 1. Human Resources Terminology, Organizational Behavior Research (0:00–2:17) A listener named Dustin, an organizational behavior researcher, sent an email defending the term human resources as an endearing and positive business concept. The hosts critique this perspective, arguing that treating humans as raw materials or financial capital is dehumanizing. The discussion contrasts the academic view of human success with the reality of corporate management. Keywords: [human resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-resources.md), organizational behavior, dustin, business scholars, financial capital [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Soylent Green, Fight Club, Subliminal Film Techniques (2:20–5:05) The conversation shifts to classic cinema, specifically the film Soylent Green and the cultural relevance of its themes. One host admits to never seeing Fight Club, leading to a discussion about the film's use of single-frame subliminal blips featuring the character Tyler Durden. They also note how films like Fight Club and The Manchurian Candidate were historically marginalized due to their proximity to real-world tragedies like 9/11 and the Kennedy assassination. Keywords: [soylent green](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soylent-green.md), [fight club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fight-club.md), [brad pitt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brad-pitt.md), tyler durden, the manchurian candidate [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/2.md) ### 3. No Agenda Challenge Coins, Dutch Marines, Military Traditions (5:06–8:29) Executive Producer Paul Couture launched a successful fundraising campaign featuring No Agenda challenge coins, surpassing sales targets within 33 hours. One host explains the history of challenge coins, recounting a personal experience receiving one while embedded with the Dutch Marines in Iraq. The rules of "coin checks" in military and veteran circles are detailed, where failing to produce a coin results in buying a round of drinks. Keywords: [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), [dutch marines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dutch-marines.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [noagendafans.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noagendafans-com.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Sysadmin Day, Bank of America Workplace Listening (8:31–10:40) The hosts acknowledge Sysadmin Day and thank system administrators for their technical support. A listener from Bank of America reports that they can no longer play the podcast openly in the office after a coworker took offense to disparaging remarks made about the banking institution. The segment touches on the difficulties of listening to controversial content in corporate environments. Keywords: sysadmin day, [bank of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-of-america.md), irc networks, [fluoride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fluoride.md), [workplace etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/workplace-etiquette.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Basil Marceau, Tennessee Gubernatorial Candidate, Gun Rights (10:41–14:07) Basil Marceau, a Republican candidate for Governor of Tennessee, is highlighted for his unconventional campaign platform. Marceau advocates for the recall of all gun permits to allow open carry, the removal of gold-fringed flags from state buildings, and the cessation of traffic stops based on Supreme Court rulings. The hosts analyze his campaign video, noting his unique rhetorical style and potential listener status. Keywords: basil marceau, [tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tennessee.md), republican candidate, [gun permits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-permits.md), gold-fringed flags [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/5.md) ### 6. WikiLeaks Afghan War Diary, Poppy Production Omission (14:09–18:13) The release of 70,000 leaked documents regarding the war in Afghanistan by WikiLeaks is scrutinized for its lack of information regarding Afghan poppy production. The hosts suggest the leak may be a "Ministry of Truth" operation designed to distract the public or push specific intelligence agency agendas. A clip of Laura Ingraham and Nancy Giles debating the political fallout of the leak on Fox News is played to illustrate mainstream media reactions. Keywords: [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [poppy fields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy-fields.md), [laura ingraham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laura-ingraham.md), [ministry of truth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ministry-of-truth.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Afghanistan Quality of Life Statistics, Taliban vs. CIA (18:14–21:37) A comparative list of quality-of-life metrics in Afghanistan under the Taliban versus the current administration is analyzed. While metrics like school enrollment and cell phone ownership have increased, the hosts highlight that the world's illicit opium supply from the region rose from 70% to 89%. They also note the irony of improved healthcare statistics appearing alongside a decrease in average life expectancy from 47 to 44 years. Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [life expectancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/life-expectancy.md), opium supply [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Pakistan ISI, Taliban Support, New York Times Reporting (21:38–26:30) The WikiLeaks documents are discussed in the context of the Pakistani Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and its alleged support for the Taliban and the Haqqani network. Mark Mazzetti of the New York Times explains the process of vetting the leaked documents with the White House to protect national security and informants. The hosts argue that the information about the ISI has been known for years and that the "advanced leak" to major publications suggests a coordinated marketing effort. Keywords: [isi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isi.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), mark mazzetti, [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Mental Health Diagnostics, Lisbon Treaty, EU Charter Article 52 (26:31–32:37) A trend in mental health reporting is identified, linking the "celebrity effect" of figures like Stephen Fry to a rise in bipolar diagnoses. The hosts connect this to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and the Lisbon Treaty's Article 52.3, which allows for the detention of individuals deemed "mentally ill" or of "unsound mind" in Europe. Similar trends are noted in California, where UCLA research suggests one in five adults may need mental health care. Keywords: [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [lisbon treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md), article 52.3, [stephen fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-fry.md), ucla research [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Verizon Wireless Propaganda, Rule the Air Advertisement (32:38–36:38) The hosts critique a Verizon Wireless advertisement titled "Rule the Air," which features a series of young women delivering a manifesto about the power of ideas. Initially mistaken for a feminine hygiene product ad, the segment is slammed as a "piece of propaganda" with no clear commercial value. The hosts mock the dramatic tone and the "You are the network" branding strategy. Keywords: [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), rule the air, [feminine hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/feminine-hygiene.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Wyclef Jean, Haiti Presidential Run, Clinton Foundation (36:39–39:14) Wyclef Jean's decision to run for the presidency of Haiti is discussed as a potential US-backed maneuver. The hosts express skepticism regarding his charity work and suggest he is being positioned as the "Obama of Haiti" to facilitate redevelopment projects led by the Clintons and the UN. They predict a future where Port-au-Prince is marginalized in favor of new tourist developments on the north side of the island. Keywords: [wyclef jean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wyclef-jean.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [presidential election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-election.md), [port-au-prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-au-prince.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Alec Ross, 21st Century Statecraft, Haiti Text Donations (39:15–44:17) Alec Ross, the Senior Advisor for Innovation to Hillary Clinton, is criticized for his presentation at Stanford regarding "21st Century Statecraft." Ross claims credit for the viral success of the $10 text-to-donate campaign for Haiti relief, which raised over $30 million. The hosts mock his use of buzzwords like "innovation space" and "Twitter sphere," arguing that the campaign was driven by mainstream media rather than organic social media growth. Keywords: [alec ross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alec-ross.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), haiti relief [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Mexico Crime Reporting, Anonymous Texting Initiative (44:17–48:46) Alec Ross describes a new State Department initiative in Mexico designed to allow citizens to report cartel crimes via anonymous text messages. The program aims to bypass the fear of retaliation associated with visiting police stations in high-violence areas like Ciudad Juarez. The hosts express extreme skepticism regarding the technical possibility of true anonymity in such a system and mock Ross's refusal to explain the underlying technology. Keywords: [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), ciudad juarez, [drug cartels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-cartels.md), [alec ross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alec-ross.md), anonymous texting [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Vivek Kundra, Google, Recorded Future Predictive Analytics (48:47–51:32) The professional ties between federal IT officials like Vivek Kundra, Aneesh Chopra, and private entities like the Advisory Board Company are examined. The discussion moves to "Recorded Future," a company backed by Google and the CIA's investment arm, In-Q-Tel, which uses real-time web monitoring to predict future events. Additionally, a Department of Homeland Security document is cited, listing social networks and websites currently under government surveillance. Keywords: [vivek kundra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivek-kundra.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [recorded future](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recorded-future.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Timothy Geithner, Bush Tax Cuts, Healthcare W-2 Reporting (51:33–56:32) Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner's appearance on Meet the Press is used to discuss the expiration of the Bush tax cuts. The hosts argue that the term "tax cuts for the rich" is a Democratic talking point, as the original cuts were applied across the board to all tax brackets. They also highlight a provision in the new healthcare bill requiring employers to report health insurance costs on employee W-2 forms, which they characterize as a hidden tax increase. Keywords: [timothy geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/timothy-geithner.md), [bush tax cuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bush-tax-cuts.md), [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [middle class](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-class.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Wall Street Reform Act, SEC Disclosure, Carbon Trading (56:35–1:00:03) The Wall Street Reform Act is criticized for containing language that exempts the SEC from public disclosure requirements under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Furthermore, the hosts point out sections of the bill that mention the oversight of carbon markets and derivatives. They note that the Chicago Carbon Exchange is now listed as a commodity on the Bloomberg iPhone app, signaling the institutionalization of carbon trading. Keywords: [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), wall street reform act, [carbon trading](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-trading.md), chicago carbon exchange, [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/16.md) ### 17. MADD Charity Rating, Binge Drinking Narrative (1:00:04–1:01:52) Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has received a "D" rating from the American Institute of Philanthropy due to high fundraising costs and executive salaries. The report indicates that only one-third of the charity's budget is available for actual charitable work. The hosts link this to a broader media narrative regarding "binge drinking" and obesity, which they view as a precursor to increased regulation. Keywords: [madd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madd.md), american institute of philanthropy, [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md), [binge drinking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binge-drinking.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Listener Donations, Global Geek News, Computer America (1:01:52–1:05:00) The hosts read letters from donors, including a graduate student at Princeton and a listener from Colorado. One host mentions a recent appearance on the Global Geek News Podcast and an upcoming guest-hosting spot on Computer America. They discuss the pacing and commercial load of traditional radio compared to the value-for-value model of their own podcast. Keywords: isaac yang, [herbert harms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herbert-harms.md), [princeton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/princeton.md), computer america, geek news [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Brave New World, Aldous Huxley, NPR Corporate Sponsorship (1:05:00–1:08:18) A discussion on Aldous Huxley's Brave New World suggests the book's vision of a society controlled by entertainment and drugs is more accurate to the present day than Orwell's 1984. The hosts then pivot to a job posting for a Director of Corporate Sponsorship at NPR, noting that the public broadcaster's sales goals and agency relationships mirror those of commercial networks like CBS or Clear Channel. Keywords: [aldous huxley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aldous-huxley.md), [brave new world](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brave-new-world.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [corporate sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-sponsorship.md), [public domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-domain.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Value for Value Model, Mothership Boarding Passes (1:08:18–1:10:37) The hosts reiterate their commitment to the "value for value" model, refusing corporate advertising to maintain editorial independence. They promote "boarding passes to the mothership," a limited-edition physical mailer for supporters, and encourage listeners to visit their websites for show notes and donation options. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [mothership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mothership.md), [dvorak.org](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvorak-org.md), [noagendashow.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noagendashow-com.md), [listener support](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-support.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/20.md) ### 21. BP Financial Results, Tax Breaks, Congressional Hearings (1:10:37–1:13:58) BP's second-quarter financial results show a 34% increase in revenue despite the Gulf oil spill. The hosts explain how a $33 billion write-off for the spill response resulted in a $10 billion tax break for the company. They also discuss the $20 billion escrow fund managed by Kenneth Feinberg, noting that the funds are likely to be deposited in major banks like Goldman Sachs rather than local institutions. Keywords: [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), gulf oil spill, feinberg, [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [tax write-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-write-off.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Deepwater Horizon Technical Failures, Windows NT, SEC Investigation (1:14:01–1:18:00) Testimony from a Deepwater Horizon engineer reveals that the rig's computer systems were frequently crashing with the "blue screen of death" prior to the explosion. The systems were reportedly running an obsolete version of Windows NT from the 1990s. Additionally, the SEC is investigating suspicious trading of BP shares following the explosion, drawing parallels to unresolved airline option scandals from 9/11. Keywords: [deepwater horizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepwater-horizon.md), [windows nt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-nt.md), [blue screen of death](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-screen-of-death.md), blowout preventer, [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Corexit Dispersants, Mel Gibson, Chantix Side Effects (1:18:00–1:20:56) The use of Corexit oil dispersants by Evergreen Air in the Gulf of Mexico is questioned, with the hosts citing reports that the chemicals may be more harmful than the oil itself. The conversation shifts to Mel Gibson's leaked tapes, with the hosts speculating that his aggressive behavior may be a side effect of the smoking-cessation drug Chantix, which has been linked to reports of violence and aggression. Keywords: [corexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corexit.md), evergreen air, [mel gibson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mel-gibson.md), [chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [webmd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/webmd.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Joy Behar, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Al Gore Allegations (1:20:59–1:27:58) A segment from The Joy Behar Show featuring Jennifer Love Hewitt is analyzed for its discussion of Al Gore's massage parlor allegations. Behar dismisses the claims as "baloney," while the conversation devolves into a debate about "happy endings" and the social dynamics of oral sex. The hosts interpret the segment as a "beta test" for cultural memes regarding the withholding of sex in relationships. Keywords: [joy behar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-behar.md), jennifer love hewitt, [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [massage parlors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/massage-parlors.md), [oral sex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oral-sex.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Religious Discrimination Lawsuit, Augusta State University, Georgia Laws (1:27:59–1:33:12) Jennifer Keeton, a graduate student at Augusta State University, is suing the school for allegedly requiring her to change her Christian beliefs regarding homosexuality to remain in a counseling program. The hosts discuss the case as presented on Bill O'Reilly's show, noting the legal complexities of Georgia's sodomy and oral sex laws. They suggest the story is being amplified by right-wing media to create a new cultural flashpoint. Keywords: jennifer keeton, augusta state university, [religious discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-discrimination.md), alliance defense fund, [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Mark Abrams Death, Aspartame Addiction, Neurotransmitters (1:33:12–1:36:08) Mark Abrams, a well-known Los Angeles doctor known as "The Walking Man," was found dead in his jacuzzi while under investigation for a patient's overdose. The hosts then discuss the addictive properties of aspartame, specifically how the amino acid phenylalanine acts as a precursor to neurotransmitters like dopamine. They warn listeners about the prevalence of these chemicals in diet foods. Keywords: mark abrams, silver lake, [aspartame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspartame.md), phenylalanine, [dopamine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dopamine.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Raw Food Raids, Rawsome Foods, Raw Milk Battle (1:36:09–1:37:52) Law enforcement agents conducted a raid on Rawsome Foods in Venice, California, seizing unmarked jugs of raw milk. The hosts describe the scene of armed officers entering the organic grocery store to enforce dairy regulations. They argue that the battle against raw milk is driven by large-scale agricultural interests seeking to eliminate small-scale competition. Keywords: rawsome foods, [venice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venice.md), [raw milk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raw-milk.md), organic grocery, agriculture regulation [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Binge Drinking Study, Vivitrol Vaccine, Addiction Treatment (1:37:52–1:45:09) A new study defines binge drinking as consuming five or more drinks in a single day, a metric the hosts find overly broad. They play a news clip from St. Louis featuring Percy Menzies of the Assisted Recovery Center, who promotes an injectable drug called Vivitrol (Naltrexone) as a treatment for alcoholism and opioid addiction. The hosts express concern over the "miracle drug" marketing of the vaccine for various impulse control disorders. Keywords: [binge drinking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binge-drinking.md), [vivitrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivitrol.md), naltrexone, [st. louis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-louis.md), [addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/addiction.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Global Warming Skepticism, New Jersey Grading Policy, Tasing Incidents (1:45:08–1:49:39) The hosts briefly touch on global warming skepticism, mentioning eminent physicists who doubt man-made climate change. They then discuss a New Jersey school district's decision to eliminate the "D" grade, requiring students to either pass with a "C" or fail. This leads to a discussion on the increasing use of Tasers by police in schools to manage unruly students, which the hosts condemn as a failure of child-rearing. Keywords: [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [esther dyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esther-dyson.md), morris county, [taser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taser.md), [school discipline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-discipline.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Honesty Test PR Stunt, San Francisco Integrity, RFID Tags (1:49:40–1:52:59) A hidden-camera "honesty test" involving an honor-system tea stand in San Francisco is revealed to be a coordinated PR package. The results claimed varying levels of honesty across US cities, with Los Angeles ranked as the most dishonest. The hosts transition to Walmart's plan to embed high-tech RFID tags in clothing, which they describe as a tracking mechanism that persists after the purchase. Keywords: honesty test, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), [walmart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walmart.md), pr company [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Barbie Video Girl, Compulsory Service Bill, Rainwater Collection (1:53:00–1:57:14) Mattel has released a "Barbie Video Girl" doll featuring a hidden camera in its necklace and an LCD screen on its back, raising privacy concerns. In legislative news, Congressman Charles Rangel has reintroduced a compulsory national service bill (HR 5741) that would require citizens aged 18 to 42 to perform military or civilian service. Additionally, the hosts discuss the growing illegality of private rainwater collection in states like Utah and Colorado. Keywords: [barbie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbie.md), [mattel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mattel.md), charles rangel, [national service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-service.md), [rainwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rainwater.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/221-marceaux-for-governor/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Water Management Rationale, Los Angeles Utility Bills (1:57:15–2:02:55) The rationale for banning rainwater collection is explained as a need for utility companies to maintain predictable water runoff calculations. One host shares a personal frustration with a $600 bi-monthly water and sewage bill in Los Angeles, arguing that the system is designed to prevent citizens from lowering their costs through self-sufficiency. 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