# Disaster Capitalist > Travelers face systemic harassment at Schiphol Airport while private corporations turn electronic monitoring into a lucrative domestic industry as the Tea Party movement undergoes a radical ideological shift. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 235 - **Published:** 2010-09-16 - **Length:** 2h 4m - **Topics:** Schiphol security, Tea Party co-opting, Disaster capitalism, [Electronic monitoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-monitoring.md), GWEN towers, Pedobear meme, Hillary 2012 - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist ## About this episode The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is being weaponized as a tool for traveler harassment at Schiphol Airport, where American citizens face significant delays despite holding valid passports. KLM check-in protocols and the proliferation of naked body scanners at individual gates signal a tightening of the 'Gitmo Nation' security apparatus. These measures, purportedly designed for safety, increasingly resemble a coordinated effort to normalize invasive biometric surveillance and iris scanning for the general public. Inland, the normalization of electronic monitoring bracelets for minor traffic offenses in Champaign County, Illinois, reveals a growing private-sector influence on the justice system. Companies like BI Corporation are accused of producing pre-packaged news segments to sell GPS tracking as a cost-saving measure for local sheriffs. Meanwhile, the Tea Party movement faces a strategic takeover by social conservatives like Brian Fisher of the American Family Association, who utilize Marxist-style co-opting tactics to pivot the movement away from its libertarian, fiscal-focused origins toward a divisive social agenda. Cultural oddities and corporate overreach collide as Tulsa police issue warnings over the Pedobear internet meme, fundamentally misunderstanding 4chan culture. In Haiti, the Mevs family and the World Bank are moving forward with airport hotel projects that critics label disaster capitalism, clearing refugees from private land for industrial zones. The show also explores the Ground Wireless Emergency Network (GWEN) towers and DARPA research into remote brain stimulation, while acknowledging Executive Producers Sir Paul Couture and John Little for their support of the value-for-value model. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/transcript.md. ### 1. No Agenda Episode 235 Introduction, Schiphol Airport Travel Issues (0:00–1:37) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open Episode 235 of No Agenda from their respective "command centers" in California. The discussion begins with a detailed account of travel difficulties at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, specifically regarding the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) and its integration into the KLM check-in process. Keywords: [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), [schiphol airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schiphol-airport.md), [klm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klm.md), travel authorization, etsa [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/1.md) ### 2. ESTA System Errors, Harassment of American Citizens at Check-in (1:38–4:17) The hosts critique the application of the ESTA system to American citizens, which they argue should only apply to foreign visitors. One host describes a one-hour delay at check-in caused by address mismatches in the computer system, suggesting the process serves as a form of harassment for travelers despite holding valid U.S. passports. Keywords: [esta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esta.md), [passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passport.md), american citizens, [klm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klm.md), check-in process, travel authorization, [border security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Airline Luggage Weight Restrictions, Global Entry Iris Scans (4:17–5:54) A discussion regarding strict airline luggage limits focuses on the 23-kilogram (55-pound) cap and the inability to purchase additional weight on certain carriers. The conversation touches on the Global Entry program's use of iris scans and shares an anecdote about bypassing weight limits by carrying a laptop separately during a Lufthansa check-in. Keywords: luggage weight, 23 kilograms, [global entry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-entry.md), iris scan, [lufthansa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lufthansa.md), [airline policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airline-policy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Naked Body Scanners, Security Protocols at Schiphol Airport (5:54–8:08) The hosts describe the proliferation of naked body scanners at individual gates within Schiphol Airport. They note the irony of these security measures in the same airport associated with the "crotch bomber" incident, while observing that some gates still rely on traditional magnetometers when the scanners are inactive. Keywords: [schiphol airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schiphol-airport.md), [naked body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naked-body-scanners.md), security gates, [magnetometer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/magnetometer.md), [crotch bomber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crotch-bomber.md), [air france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-france.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Jamba Juice Illness, Return to Gitmo Nation Proper (8:09–9:35) One host recounts falling ill with a 24-hour stomach virus after consuming a Jamba Juice smoothie, jokingly speculating about swine flu or foul play. Upon returning to the United States, the hosts transition the discussion toward the political co-opting of the Tea Party movement. Keywords: jamba juice, stomach virus, [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [chemtrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemtrails.md), [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [illness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illness.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/5.md) ### 6. No Agenda Challenge Coins, Sir Paul Couture's Design (9:36–11:12) The hosts showcase the new batch of No Agenda challenge coins designed by Sir Paul Couture, praising their quality and presentation in velvet cases. Listeners are encouraged to send photos of their coins in interesting locations to the fan community website, with the hosts discussing the potential long-term value of these items. Keywords: [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), no agenda fans, [order of the mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/order-of-the-mint.md), numismatics [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Executive Producer Credits, Donation Tiers and Knighthood (11:12–13:33) The show acknowledges high-tier donors, naming Paul Couture and John Little as Executive Producers for their significant financial contributions. Other donors, including C Chase McCarthy and Scott Denny, are recognized for their support, with the hosts explaining the "Order of the Mint" and the path to knighthood through donations. Keywords: [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), [john little](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-little.md), c chase mccarthy, scott denny, [greg stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-stone.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/7.md) ### 8. No Agenda Soundboard, 101010 Binary Pins and Geocaching (13:33–16:00) New community projects are highlighted, including an HTML5-based soundboard compatible with mobile devices and a "super karma" package featuring pins for the date October 10, 2010. These pins incorporate binary code for the number 42, crop circle designs, and tracking numbers for a global geocaching initiative. Keywords: [soundboard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soundboard.md), [html5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/html5.md), 101010, [binary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binary.md), [geocaching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geocaching.md), [hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hitchhiker-s-guide-to-the-galaxy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Subliminal App Easter Eggs, Public Wi-Fi SSIDs (16:02–17:45) The hosts encourage app developers to hide No Agenda logos as Easter eggs in their software, citing "The Exercise Coach" as an example. They also give a shout-out to a listener in Northern Ireland who named his public Wi-Fi SSID after the show, and briefly address a listener's request for advice on teenage employment. Keywords: [easter eggs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/easter-eggs.md), [app development](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/app-development.md), wifi ssid, bangor, [northern ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/northern-ireland.md), job seeking [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Johnny Walker Gold Label Fundraising, Producer Vouching (17:45–19:34) A listener offers five limited-edition Johnny Walker Black Label bottles with 23-karat gold logos for fundraising, though the hosts express confusion over the legality of shipping alcohol. They conclude the segment by reiterating that they will vouch for the professional credits of their Executive Producers. Keywords: [johnny walker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/johnny-walker.md), limited edition, [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md), [liquor laws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liquor-laws.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credits.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Electronic Monitoring Bracelets, Lindsay Lohan and Chelsea Handler (19:38–22:51) The hosts discuss the normalization of electronic monitoring bracelets, which they dub "Gitmo Nation jewelry." They reference a comedic skit from the MTV Video Music Awards featuring Lindsay Lohan and Chelsea Handler that jokes about Lohan's SCRAM bracelet, arguing this is a PR effort to make house arrest seem preferable to incarceration. Keywords: [lindsay lohan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsay-lohan.md), [chelsea handler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chelsea-handler.md), [scram bracelet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scram-bracelet.md), [mtv vmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv-vmas.md), [electronic monitoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-monitoring.md), [gitmo jewelry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-jewelry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Champaign County Jail, Electronic Home Detention for Traffic Violations (22:51–25:14) A news report from WICD in Illinois details how offenders in Champaign County are placed on electronic home detention for minor offenses like traffic tickets. Sheriff Dan Walsh explains that the program saves the county money, while the hosts express outrage that first-time traffic offenders are being subjected to 24/7 GPS monitoring and surprise home checks. Keywords: champaign county, dan walsh, [traffic violations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/traffic-violations.md), home detention, gps monitoring, [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Media Propaganda, Private Corporations and Electronic Monitoring (25:14–27:54) The hosts analyze the production quality of local news segments on electronic monitoring, suggesting they are pre-produced packages created by the companies that manufacture the bracelets, such as BI Corporation. They argue these "human interest" stories are actually propaganda designed to facilitate a system where citizens pay for their own "freedom" through monitoring fees. Keywords: [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [media production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-production.md), bi corporation, [private equity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-equity.md), [house arrest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-arrest.md), [revenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenue.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Neo-Prohibitionism, DUI Breath Testing and Cross-Examination (27:55–29:26) The discussion shifts to "neo-prohibitionist" policies in Chicago, where individuals with DUI convictions were required to perform breathalyzer tests eight times over a holiday weekend. The hosts compare the lack of public outrage over these restrictions to the legal handling of child pornography cases, where evidence is often difficult to cross-examine. Keywords: [neo-prohibitionism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neo-prohibitionism.md), [dui](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dui.md), [breathalyzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breathalyzer.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [civil rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-rights.md), [child pornography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-pornography.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Pedobear Internet Meme, Tulsa Police Department Warning (29:27–32:04) Tulsa police issued a warning to parents about "Pedobear," an internet meme they claim is used by child predators as a mascot. The hosts mock the news report for failing to understand the character's origins as a joke on sites like 4chan used to mock pedophilia, rather than a tool for actual predators. Keywords: [pedobear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pedobear.md), tulsa police, ashley sims, comic-con, [internet memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-memes.md), [4chan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4chan.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Media Misunderstanding of Internet Culture, San Luis Obispo Sheriff (32:05–34:19) The hosts criticize the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Department and Tulsa police for standing by their Pedobear alerts despite media outlets like Gawker pointing out the character is a joke. They argue that the police and local news are manufacturing a threat out of a punchline, ignoring statistics that show most predators are known to the victims. Keywords: [gawker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gawker.md), [san luis obispo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-luis-obispo.md), [tulsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsa.md), [internet culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-culture.md), police alerts, [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Pope Benedict XVI UK Visit, Pedobear Comparison (34:20–35:17) In a brief satirical aside, the hosts compare the arrival of Pope Benedict XVI in the United Kingdom to the "Pedobear" controversy. They mention state receptions and private lunches scheduled for the Pope while referencing recent earthquake drills in "Gitmo Nation East." Keywords: [pope benedict xvi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-benedict-xvi.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), state reception, earthquake drills, [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Tea Party Movement Origins, Social Conservative Co-opting (35:18–37:40) The hosts discuss the evolution of the Tea Party movement, noting its origins in Ron Paul's libertarian "money bombs" and its subsequent co-opting by social conservatives. They identify figures like Sarah Palin, Dick Armey, and Brian Fisher of the American Family Association as leaders pushing the movement away from fiscal issues toward social agendas. Keywords: [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), brian fisher, american family association, [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), dick armey [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/18.md) ### 19. NPR Tea Party Coverage, Waco Tea Party Interview (37:40–40:05) An NPR segment featuring Toby Marie Walker of the Waco Tea Party is analyzed. The hosts argue that NPR intentionally brings on "cranks" to marginalize the movement, while Walker attempts to keep the focus on constitutionally limited government, free markets, and fiscal responsibility. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), toby marie walker, waco tea party, fiscal responsibility, free markets, media marginalization [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Brian Fisher, American Family Association Social Agenda (40:05–42:33) Brian Fisher of the American Family Association explains his involvement in the Tea Party, emphasizing "cultural and social values" such as the right to life and natural marriage. The hosts argue that Fisher's rhetoric is designed to "bust up" the original libertarian nature of the movement by introducing divisive social issues. Keywords: brian fisher, american family association, social values, constitutional government, [libertarianism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libertarianism.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Tea Party Leadership Conflict, Marxist Style Co-opting (42:33–45:00) The hosts highlight a conflict in the NPR interview where Brian Fisher claims Tea Party leaders support his social values, despite Toby Marie Walker stating the movement avoids divisive social issues. They describe Fisher's tactics as "classic Marxist style co-opting" and "Neuro-Linguistic Programming" (NLP) intended to redefine the movement's goals. Keywords: toby marie walker, brian fisher, [nlp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nlp.md), marxist co-opting, social conservatives, [political strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-strategy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Libertarian Passivity, Potential Pedobear Protest Strategy (45:00–47:08) The hosts lament the passivity of libertarians in the face of the social conservative takeover of the Tea Party. They jokingly suggest that protesters should dress as Pedobear at Tea Party rallies to highlight the absurdity of the co-opted movement and force a break from the new leadership. Keywords: [libertarians](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libertarians.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [pedobear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pedobear.md), protest strategy, social conservatives, [political theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-theater.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/22.md) ### 23. New York 23rd District, Doug Hoffman and GOP Infighting (47:09–49:27) The discussion turns to the 2009 special election in New York's 23rd congressional district, where Tea Party support for Doug Hoffman led to a Democratic victory in a traditionally Republican seat. The hosts criticize Dick Armey and Sarah Palin for ousting a "moderate" Republican (RINO) only to lose the seat, a move later criticized by Karl Rove. Keywords: new york 23, doug hoffman, [rino](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rino.md), dick armey, [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), [karl rove](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karl-rove.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Christine O'Donnell Delaware Senate Race, Dick Armey Interview (49:27–52:00) The hosts discuss Christine O'Donnell's Senate primary win in Delaware, labeling her a "religious crazy person" for her past comments on masturbation. They also critique an interview between Dick Armey and Jon Stewart, where Armey appeared confused about his own book, "The Tea Party Manifesto," and its alleged similarities to Karl Marx's writings. Keywords: [christine o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-o-donnell.md), [delaware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delaware.md), dick armey, [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), tea party manifesto, [karl marx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karl-marx.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/24.md) ### 25. The Army Curve, Tea Party Express and Iraq War (52:01–54:20) Dick Armey's "Army Curve" is mocked as a derivative of the Laffer Curve during his slurred interview with Jon Stewart. The hosts also link the Tea Party Express to a pro-war operation in Sacramento, suggesting the entire movement is being manipulated to keep the political establishment in power regardless of party. Keywords: dick armey, army curve, laffer curve, [tea party express](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party-express.md), [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), [salon magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salon-magazine.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Haiti Disaster Capitalism, Mother Jones Report (54:25–55:57) Referencing an article from Mother Jones, the hosts discuss "disaster capitalism" in post-earthquake Haiti. They describe how refugees are being cleared from private land to make way for industrial work zones and business interests, fulfilling predictions made shortly after the January 2010 disaster. Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), disaster capitalism, [mother jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-jones.md), [refugee camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refugee-camps.md), industrial work zones, [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Port-au-Prince Airport Hotel, Mevs Family and World Bank (55:57–57:36) Plans for a 240-room business hotel at the Port-au-Prince airport are detailed, involving Argentine businessman Rolando Gonzales Bunster and the Mevs family's Win Group. The project seeks financing from the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank, which the hosts view as the corporate exploitation of the ravaged nation. Keywords: rolando gonzales bunster, mevs family, [port-au-prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-au-prince.md), [world bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-bank.md), hospitality sector, [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Hillary Clinton 2012 Speculation, Carla Bruni Book (57:37–59:42) The hosts discuss rumors that John Kerry might replace Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State, allowing her to challenge Barack Obama in 2012. They also mention a "tell-all" book by Carla Bruni claiming Michelle Obama finds being First Lady "hell," suggesting the Obamas are ready to leave the White House. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [carla bruni](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carla-bruni.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [2012 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2012-election.md), [secretary of state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-state.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/28.md) ### 29. National Debt as Security Threat, Clinton vs Obama (59:43–1:01:28) Hillary Clinton's statement that rising national debt is a "national security threat" is interpreted by the hosts and commentator Dick Morris as a "shot across the bow" against President Obama. This comment came immediately after Obama announced a new $500 billion stimulus plan, signaling a potential rift in the Democratic Party. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [national debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-debt.md), [security threat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-threat.md), [stimulus bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-bill.md), [dick morris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dick-morris.md), [democratic primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-primary.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Historical Primary Challenges, Hillary Clinton's Political Strategy (1:01:29–1:04:16) Dick Morris compares a potential Clinton challenge to Bobby Kennedy's 1968 run against Lyndon Johnson. The hosts argue that Clinton's move to the State Department was a strategic play to avoid a Senate voting record that could be dissected, contrasting her position with that of Mitt Romney. Keywords: [bobby kennedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bobby-kennedy.md), [lyndon johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyndon-johnson.md), [ted kennedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-kennedy.md), [jimmy carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-carter.md), [dick morris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dick-morris.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Value-for-Value Funding Model, Birthday Jingle Requests (1:04:17–1:06:53) The hosts explain their "value-for-value" funding model, contrasting it with the commercial nature of NPR. They read letters from donors like Sir John Smith and John Little, who are contributing to reach knighthood, and prepare to play birthday jingles for the community. Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [john smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-smith.md), [john little](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-little.md), [constitution day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution-day.md), mcgee mississippi [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Listener Donations, MS Humor and De-douching (1:06:55–1:09:30) The show continues with donor shout-outs, including a 16th birthday wish for Tamara Davis and a donation from a listener with multiple sclerosis who uses self-deprecating humor. The hosts explain show jargon like "de-douching" for new listeners, comparing the show's unique culture to eating Marmite. Keywords: [david dolson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-dolson.md), steve biro, [multiple sclerosis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/multiple-sclerosis.md), [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md), [marmite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marmite.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/32.md) ### 33. International Donors, Knighthood Ceremony for Scott Denny (1:09:31–1:11:49) Donations from New Zealand and Australia are acknowledged before the hosts perform a formal knighthood ceremony for Scott Denny. Denny is dubbed a "Knight in the Order of the Mint" for his purchase of a challenge coin, granting him a seat at the "No Agenda Roundtable." Keywords: [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), scott denny, [order of the mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/order-of-the-mint.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [roundtable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundtable.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Sir C Chase McCarthy Knighthood, DARPA Brain Stimulation (1:11:53–1:14:30) C Chase McCarthy is knighted following a $1,000 donation. The hosts then transition to a report from Wired regarding DARPA research into remote brain stimulation systems designed to help soldiers ignore extreme heat or stress by manipulating neural circuits. Keywords: c chase mccarthy, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), brain stimulation, [remote control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remote-control.md), [wired magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wired-magazine.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Killing Joke Lyrics, GWEN Towers and Weather Control (1:14:30–1:17:09) Inspired by the lyrics of the band Killing Joke, the hosts discuss the "GWEN" (Ground Wireless Emergency Network) towers. They explore theories that these 200 towers, built in the 1990s, could be used in conjunction with HAARP for weather modification or atmospheric manipulation. Keywords: killing joke, gwen towers, [weather control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-control.md), [haarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haarp.md), ground wireless emergency network, [conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Atmospheric Rivers, ELF Systems and Mind Control (1:17:10–1:19:35) The hosts discuss "rivers of water" in the atmosphere and how Extremely Low Frequency (ELF) systems might influence them to cause floods, such as those in Pakistan. They further speculate that these frequencies can interact with the human brain's Schumann resonance to broadcast subliminal messages or control moods. Keywords: [atmospheric rivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atmospheric-rivers.md), [unisys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unisys.md), [purdue university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/purdue-university.md), [elf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elf.md), schumann resonance, [mind control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mind-control.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/36.md) ### 37. Nanotechnology in Vaccines, Fluoridation and Signal Reception (1:19:35–1:21:16) A theory is presented suggesting that nanotechnology in vaccines and fluoride in water act as receivers for signals from GWEN and 3G towers. One host claims to be safe from these ground waves by living at a high elevation and using a double reverse osmosis water filtration system. Keywords: [nanotechnology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nanotechnology.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [fluoride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fluoride.md), reverse osmosis, 3g towers, gwen towers [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/37.md) ### 38. Quadruple Dose Flu Vaccines, H1N1 Integration (1:21:16–1:23:37) The CDC's new recommendations for the influenza vaccine are discussed, specifically the introduction of a "high dose" version for seniors that contains four times the standard amount of antigen. The hosts note that the H1N1 strain is now integrated into the seasonal shot, despite previous claims that the vaccines should not be mixed. Keywords: [flu vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-vaccine.md), [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [seniors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seniors.md), [pregnant women](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pregnant-women.md), [whooping cough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whooping-cough.md), [pertussis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pertussis.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/38.md) ### 39. Mandatory Vaccines for Health Workers, Indiana Pharmacist Rejection (1:23:37–1:26:21) The American Academy of Pediatrics is pushing for mandatory flu shots for healthcare workers. Meanwhile, Lynn's Pharmacy in Brazil, Indiana, has stopped offering the flu vaccine after 20 years, with the pharmacist citing concerns over the high dosage for seniors and the close relationship between the WHO, CDC, and vaccine manufacturers. Keywords: [mandatory vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mandatory-vaccines.md), [american academy of pediatrics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-academy-of-pediatrics.md), lynn's pharmacy, brazil indiana, vaccine manufacturers [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/39.md) ### 40. Media Bias in Vaccine Reporting, News 10 Coverage (1:26:21–1:27:23) The hosts analyze a News 10 report on the Indiana pharmacist, pointing out how the reporter misrepresented his statements. They argue the journalist inserted a claim that high-risk groups should get shots, which the pharmacist did not actually say, in order to maintain a pro-vaccine narrative. Keywords: [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), news 10, vaccine reporting, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/40.md) ### 41. DHS Spying on Anti-Drilling Activists, Oil Disaster Prediction (1:27:23–1:29:54) Documents reveal the Pennsylvania Office of Homeland Security has been monitoring activists opposed to natural gas drilling and sharing that data with oil companies. One host predicts a major new oil disaster will occur within the next three weeks, possibly in the North Sea or targeting Norway. Keywords: [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), oil disaster, [prediction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prediction.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/41.md) ### 42. Cyclone Fear Weather Report, Cuba and Gulf of Mexico (1:29:55–1:32:29) The hosts mock a weather report where an anchor asks about "Cyclone Fear" south of Cuba, a term the meteorologist seems unfamiliar with. They suggest this was a scripted "Ministry of Truth" injection regarding a storm that did not yet exist, potentially linked to weather modification efforts in the Gulf. Keywords: cyclone fear, [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), [gulf of mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gulf-of-mexico.md), [weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md), [ministry of truth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ministry-of-truth.md), [meteorology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meteorology.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/42.md) ### 43. Spain General Strike, Commonwealth Games in New Delhi (1:32:29–1:34:00) A general strike is scheduled for September 29th in Spain as the "World Cup high" wears off. Meanwhile, preparations for the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi are described as a disaster, with reports of dengue fever, stagnant ponds, and a campaign to forcibly remove beggars and the disabled from the streets. Keywords: [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [general strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-strike.md), [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [commonwealth games](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commonwealth-games.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [new delhi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-delhi.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/43.md) ### 44. ICE Counterfeit Crackdown, Fake Sports Merchandise and Batteries (1:34:01–1:36:30) U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in New Orleans seized over $210,000 in counterfeit sports merchandise. The hosts highlight the absurdity of the seizure, which included 477 counterfeit Duracell batteries and fake John Deere hats, questioning if this is the best use of Homeland Security resources. Keywords: [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [counterfeiting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterfeiting.md), [nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [nascar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nascar.md), [john deere](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-deere.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/44.md) ### 45. U.S. Marshals TV Shows, Cell Phone Remote Activation (1:36:30–1:38:42) The hosts discuss the portrayal of U.S. Marshals in new TV shows like "The Chase" and "Dark Blue." They highlight a scene from "Dark Blue" that depicts the remote activation of a cell phone microphone to listen to conversations, a capability the hosts have long claimed exists under the Patriot Act. Keywords: u.s. marshals, the chase, [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), dark blue, [tnt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tnt.md), cell phone bugging, [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/45.md) ### 46. Vajazzling Meme, Cell Phone Microphone Bugs (1:38:44–1:41:11) In a bizarre transition, the TV show "Dark Blue" follows a segment on high-tech surveillance with a discussion of "vajazzling" (applying Swarovski crystals to the pelvic area). The hosts laugh at the juxtaposition and discuss the practical limitations of using cell phones as bugs when they are buried in pockets or bags. Keywords: [vajazzling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vajazzling.md), [swarovski crystals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swarovski-crystals.md), dark blue, cell phone bug, butt dialing, [pop culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pop-culture.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/46.md) ### 47. Luke Angel US Ban, Fingerprint Meal Trackers in Schools (1:41:12–1:43:58) A British teenager, Luke Angel, was banned from the U.S. after sending an insulting email to the White House. In Arkansas, schools are implementing "Meal Tracker" systems that require students to scan their fingerprints to pay for lunch, a move the hosts view as training children to be "good slaves" for a biometric future. Keywords: luke angel, [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), meal tracker, [fingerprints](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fingerprints.md), [arkansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arkansas.md), [biometric security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biometric-security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/47.md) ### 48. California High-Speed Rail, Arnold Schwarzenegger and China (1:43:59–1:46:38) Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger visited China to inspect high-speed rail technology as California's project cost estimates rose to $46 billion. The hosts argue the rail project is a scam to rebuild track beds for freight companies like Warren Buffett's at taxpayer expense, rather than for passenger convenience. Keywords: [arnold schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [gilroy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gilroy.md), [warren buffett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warren-buffett.md), [freight trains](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freight-trains.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/48.md) ### 49. Hill & Knowlton PR, Pilot Drug Abuse Reports (1:46:38–1:48:20) The hosts discuss the PR firm Hill & Knowlton's involvement with the U.S. High Speed Rail Association. They also highlight a Fox News report claiming hundreds of U.S. pilots have been treated for drug abuse and psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, which they view as a "meme" to discourage air travel. Keywords: [hill & knowlton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hill-knowlton.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [pilots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pilots.md), [drug abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-abuse.md), [schizophrenia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schizophrenia.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/49.md) ### 50. Bipartisan Policy Center, 9/11 Commission Terror Report (1:48:22–1:50:57) A new report from the Bipartisan Policy Center, founded by figures like Bob Dole and George Mitchell, warns that Al-Qaeda remains a threat. The hosts criticize the 44-page document as a "piece of crap" filled with conjecture and designed to keep the public in a state of fear. Keywords: bipartisan policy center, [9/11 commission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11-commission.md), [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [bob dole](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-dole.md), george mitchell, [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/50.md) ### 51. Homegrown Jihadists, USA Today Terror Coverage (1:50:58–1:53:26) The Bipartisan Policy Center report emphasizes the role of U.S. citizens in Al-Qaeda, claiming terrorists no longer fit a specific profile. The hosts mock the report's lack of research compared to government drug trade reports and criticize USA Today for condensing the "fearmongering" into a short article for the masses. Keywords: [jihadists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jihadists.md), [somalia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somalia.md), [usa today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-today.md), lee hamilton, [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [fearmongering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fearmongering.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/51.md) ### 52. Hurricane Dissipation, General Dynamics Anecdote (1:53:26–1:55:03) A listener shares an anecdote about meeting employees from a large defense contractor, possibly General Dynamics, who claimed to be "sprinkling stuff" on hurricanes to make them dissipate. The hosts discuss the implications of secret weather steering and dissipation technologies. Keywords: [hurricanes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricanes.md), [general dynamics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-dynamics.md), [weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md), dissipation, listener story [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/52.md) ### 53. Severed Feet in Holland and England, Global Warming Gender Gap (1:55:04–1:57:45) The hosts report on a right foot washing up in Holland and a left foot from the same shoe manufacturer appearing in England. They also briefly mention a study claiming women are more likely to believe in global warming before discussing EPIC's lawsuit against the NSA regarding its partnership with Google. Keywords: [severed feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), [holland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holland.md), [england](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/england.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [freedom of information act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-of-information-act.md), [epic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epic.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/53.md) ### 54. C-SPAN Democratic Caller, Harry Reid Support (1:57:46–2:00:11) A clip from C-SPAN features an "insane" Democratic caller from St. Louis who repeatedly tells the audience to "listen" while praising Harry Reid. The hosts mock the caller's repetitive speech pattern and the host's "trick" of cutting off callers by saying, "let me leave it there." Keywords: [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [harry reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-reid.md), [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [st. louis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-louis.md), [political commentary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-commentary.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/54.md) ### 55. Obamacare 1099 Requirement, IRS Credit Card Exemption (2:00:12–2:02:26) The hosts discuss a provision in the healthcare reform bill requiring small businesses to file 1099 forms for any purchase over $600. They highlight a new IRS exemption for transactions made with credit or debit cards, which they argue is a move to force a "cashless society" by making cash transactions more burdensome. 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