# Hawaii-Five-Blows > A deep dive into the normalization of tracking technology through television procedurals, the consolidation of the American dairy industry, and the geopolitical chess match in Pakistan. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 238 - **Published:** 2010-09-26 - **Length:** 2h 12m - **Topics:** RFID tracking, TSA overreach, Dean Foods, [Nigel Farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [Flu vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-vaccine.md), UNOOSA, [Hawaii Five-O](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii-five-o.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows ## About this episode Law and Order: SVU and the Virginia Department of Health lead a wave of predictive programming as television dramas and state agencies normalize subcutaneous tracking. The NBC procedural recently depicted a future where flu shots serve as a delivery mechanism for GPS-enabled computer chips, while Virginia officials aggressively push 160 million vaccine doses that critics claim are rebranded swine flu stockpiles nearing expiration. Global surveillance expands as the UK government proposes direct paycheck diversion to Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs and offers tax rebates for citizens acting as Special Constable block nazis. In the United States, the TSA faces legal action in Philadelphia over illegal wallet searches, while Chrysler workers in Detroit are caught consuming alcohol and marijuana on lunch breaks following federal bailouts. Meanwhile, Dean Foods continues its monopolistic acquisition of local dairies like Berkeley Farms, and the United Nations appoints Mazlan Othman to lead the Office for Outer Space Affairs as a primary contact for extraterrestrial life. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak break down the technical shift to iPad-based broadcasting and the rise of the Million Dollar Wall. The hosts also dissect the poor cinematography of the Hawaii Five-O reboot and the bizarre phenomenon of human feet washing ashore in Tennessee and the United Kingdom. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/transcript.md. ### 1. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak Introduce Episode 238 (0:00–1:35) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 238 of the No Agenda show from their respective locations in Southern California and Silicon Valley. Curry describes his new minimalist broadcasting setup, which utilizes an iPad for MIDI control, jingles, and tracks, replacing his previous external hardware box. 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), [ipad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipad.md), midi control, [hilltop watchtower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hilltop-watchtower.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights and the Igor Awards (1:35–5:05) A visit to Universal Studios for the Igor Awards, hosted by Corey Feldman, is described as a low-tech but entertaining experience. The event coincided with the opening of Halloween Horror Nights, featuring actors dressed as zombies and various themed mazes like the Chucky and Friday the 13th attractions. Observations are made regarding the "zombified" nature of the general public waiting in long lines at the theme park. Keywords: [universal studios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-studios.md), igor awards, [eli roth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eli-roth.md), [corey feldman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corey-feldman.md), halloween horror nights, [zombies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zombies.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Flu Vaccine Marketing and Swine Flu Stockpiles (5:06–6:50) Reports from the UK suggest that flu shots may lower the risk of heart attacks, a claim met with skepticism. In the United States, the Virginia Department of Health is actively promoting the availability of 160 million vaccine doses, which arrived earlier than usual. There is speculation that these doses include leftover swine flu vaccine components that need to be distributed before their shelf life expires. Keywords: [flu shot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-shot.md), [heart attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-attack.md), [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), virginia department of health, [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), pio [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Law and Order SVU Depicts Subcutaneous Computer Chips (6:52–10:04) The season premiere of Law and Order: Special Victims Unit features a plotline involving a young girl who believes she was injected with a computer chip via a flu shot. The episode includes a scene where a scientist explains that while current chips only carry a 16-digit ID number, future versions will include GPS tracking for children, the elderly, and immigrants. This is characterized as predictive programming for a "New World Order" surveillance state. Keywords: [law and order svu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/law-and-order-svu.md), [dick wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dick-wolf.md), [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), computer chip, [gps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gps.md), [new world order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-world-order.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Executive Producer Credits and SimBid System Administration (10:06–14:28) Thijs Barel from Eindhoven and Mitch Bidron are credited as executive producers for their financial support of the show. Bidron, who recently launched a system administration company called SimBid.com, contributed despite personal challenges involving his wife's long-term health issues. The hosts discuss the "value for value" model and the importance of sysadmins in the current technological landscape. Keywords: thijs barel, [mitch bidron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitch-bidron.md), simbid, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [eindhoven](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eindhoven.md), [sysadmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sysadmin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/5.md) ### 6. No Agenda Countdown and The Million Dollar Wall (14:29–16:52) New community-driven websites are highlighted, including a countdown clock that automatically refreshes to the live stream when the show begins. Another project, NoAgendaWall.com, created by the individual behind Vajazzling.com, attempts to raise $10,000 by selling ad pixels for $1 each, with half the proceeds intended for the podcast. Keywords: noagendacountdown.com, noagendawall.com, [james](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james.md), [vajazzling.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vajazzling-com.md), [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/6.md) ### 7. X-Radio Texas and Podcast Propagation Efforts (16:52–20:54) X-Radio 91.1 FM in Marble Falls, Texas, is noted for running promos for the No Agenda show using an automated computer voice. The hosts encourage listeners to propagate the show's "formula" and discuss the status of custom rings for the show's "knighthood" produced by Sir Paul Couture. Keywords: x-radio, marble falls, [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [clear act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clear-act.md), automated radio, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/7.md) ### 8. RFID Tracking in Schools and Media Subtext (20:55–25:41) The discussion returns to the implications of RFID tracking, noting that some California schools have implemented chips in backpacks and clothing, as well as fingerprinting for lunch programs. The subtext of television dramas is analyzed, suggesting they subconsciously sell the "value" of tracking technology to the public by framing it as a solution to child abductions. Keywords: [rfid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfid.md), california schools, [fingerprints](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fingerprints.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [predictive programming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/predictive-programming.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Anecdote Regarding a Beer-Buying Dog (25:43–27:09) A humorous anecdote is shared about a man who trained his dog to buy six-packs of beer from a local store. The story concludes with the dog failing to return after being given a twenty-dollar bill, only to be found with a poodle, claiming he never had the money to pursue such interests before. Keywords: [dog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dog.md), [beer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beer.md), poodle, [anecdote](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anecdote.md), [humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Chrysler Workers Caught Drinking and Smoking on Lunch Break (27:09–31:30) A Fox News investigative report from Detroit captured Chrysler assembly line workers consuming large quantities of beer and smoking marijuana during their 30-minute lunch breaks at a local park. The reporter, Jeff Vaughn, confronted the workers about their behavior following the government bailout of the automotive industry. The hosts reflect on the monotony of assembly line work as a potential driver for such behavior. Keywords: [chrysler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrysler.md), [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), jeff vaughn, [gm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gm.md), [assembly line](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assembly-line.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Castro Valley Blackout and Local News Sensationalism (31:30–34:27) A local news report on a power outage in Castro Valley is criticized for its breathless and sensationalist tone. The reporter interviewed residents, including a child, who described the "creepy" experience of the lights going out during a heatwave. The outage, which affected 34,000 people, was attributed by PG&E to equipment failure caused by high temperatures. Keywords: [castro valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/castro-valley.md), [pg&e](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pg-e.md), [blackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackout.md), kimberly, [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [heat wave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heat-wave.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Lindsay Lohan Heroin Allegations and Celebrity Surveillance (34:27–42:13) Photos surfaced on X17online.com allegedly showing Lindsay Lohan using heroin and socializing with Paris Hilton. The hosts discuss the rapid legal escalation Lohan has faced, including the use of SCRAM ankle bracelets that monitor perspiration for alcohol consumption. There is speculation regarding the funding of paparazzi sites and whether celebrity downfalls are used to normalize government monitoring of individuals. Keywords: [lindsay lohan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsay-lohan.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), x17online, [paris hilton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-hilton.md), ankle bracelet, [paparazzi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paparazzi.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Katy Perry Sesame Street Controversy and Michelle Obama Parody (42:13–44:57) Katy Perry's appearance on Sesame Street was reportedly pulled from the broadcast after parents complained about her outfit being too revealing for children. The hosts suggest the "leak" of the video was a calculated PR move for both Perry and the show. A Saturday Night Live parody featuring Michelle Obama and Big Bird is also mentioned. Keywords: [katy perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katy-perry.md), [sesame street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sesame-street.md), [elmo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elmo.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [saturday night live](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saturday-night-live.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Criticism of the Hawaii Five-O Reboot (44:58–48:30) The new Hawaii Five-O television series is criticized for its poor acting, dark lighting, and "jiggle cam" cinematography that causes motion sickness. One host expresses frustration with the show's loud background music and repetitive nature, while the other suggests the television frequencies themselves might be hypnotizing viewers into watching low-quality content. Keywords: [hawaii five-o](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii-five-o.md), jiggle cam, [television](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television.md), [acting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acting.md), [audio levels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-levels.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/14.md) ### 15. UK Special Constables and Direct Tax Collection Proposals (48:31–52:53) The British government is considering offering council tax rebates to citizens who volunteer as "Special Constables" to patrol streets, a move described as encouraging "block nazis." Additionally, Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has proposed a system where employers send all paychecks directly to the government first so that taxes can be deducted before the remaining funds are transferred to employees. Keywords: [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), special constables, council tax, [hmrc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hmrc.md), [tax reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-reform.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/15.md) ### 16. TSA Overreach and the Right to Opt-Out (52:55–1:01:27) A woman in Philadelphia filed a lawsuit after TSA agents detained her for an hour and questioned her about receipts and checks found in her wallet, even accusing her of embezzlement. A separate incident involving a host's wife at a Seattle airport describes her being "punished" with a long wait after opting out of a full-body scanner. The discussion highlights the perceived arrogance and lack of accountability within the TSA. Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), philadelphia airport, [aclu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aclu.md), [embezzlement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/embezzlement.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md), [opt-out](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opt-out.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/16.md) ### 17. USPS Postal Regulations on Stamped Packages (1:01:28–1:03:04) A listener reports having a package returned by the USPS because it was paid for with stamps and weighed over 13 ounces. This regulation, which was lowered from 16 ounces after the September 11 attacks, requires such packages to be presented in person to a postal employee for security reasons. Keywords: [usps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usps.md), [postal service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/postal-service.md), 13 ounce rule, [security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security.md), [pipe bombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipe-bombs.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Child Pornography Allegations and Digital Privacy (1:03:04–1:05:38) The discussion turns to the use of child pornography allegations as a tool for character assassination, citing a case in Oakland involving a school board executive. The hosts also mention strict Australian regulations regarding images of flat-chested women and warn against using commercial photo developers for private family photos, recommending digital cameras instead. Keywords: [child pornography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-pornography.md), [oakland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oakland.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), digital cameras, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Listener Donations and the De-Douching Ritual (1:05:39–1:15:27) A lengthy segment features various listener donations and "de-douching" requests. Notable mentions include an Ironman triathlete calling out non-donating friends, a former Russian spy in Norway, and a Dutch listener in Australia. The hosts debate the logistics of managing the high volume of "douchebag" call-outs and birthday requests. Keywords: ironman triathlon, [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [dallas cowboys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dallas-cowboys.md), [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [copenhagen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copenhagen.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Establishing the $100 Douche Level (1:15:27–1:18:06) To manage the increasing number of requests for "de-douching" and "douchebag call-outs," the hosts decide to set a formal donation level of $100 for these specific mentions. They emphasize that the show is 100% listener-supported and does not accept traditional advertising or corporate underwriting. Keywords: donation levels, [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [listener supported](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-supported.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [business model](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/business-model.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Immigration Reform and the American Apple Industry (1:18:07–1:21:45) Testimony from a congressional hearing on immigration reform suggests that the H2 visa system is being manipulated to favor large agricultural conglomerates. An industry representative warns that if the U.S. apple industry is starved of labor, China—which already produces half the world's apples—is ready to take over the market. The hosts argue that immigration policy is being used as a distraction while American agriculture is outsourced. Keywords: [immigration reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-reform.md), h2 visas, apple industry, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md), [stephen colbert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-colbert.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Dean Foods and the Monopolization of the Dairy Industry (1:21:46–1:27:34) Dean Foods is identified as a massive conglomerate that has acquired numerous local dairies, including Berkeley Farms and Altadena. The company has faced multiple lawsuits for monopolistic practices and allegedly squeezing out small dairy cooperatives. The hosts link this consolidation of the food supply to broader themes of corporate control and the decline of independent farming. Keywords: dean foods, berkeley farms, [monopoly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monopoly.md), [dairy industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dairy-industry.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/22.md) ### 23. United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (1:27:36–1:31:54) The United Nations has appointed Malaysian astrophysicist Mazlan Othman as the head of the Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) in Vienna. Her role includes acting as a liaison for potential extraterrestrial contact and maintaining a register of objects launched into space. The hosts also mock the acronym for "UN-SPIDER," a platform for space-based disaster management. Keywords: unoosa, mazlan othman, [vienna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vienna.md), [aliens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aliens.md), outer space affairs, un spider [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Mysterious Human Feet Washing Ashore (1:31:54–1:34:46) Reports of human feet found without bodies have emerged from Chattanooga, Tennessee, and the Cleethorpes beach in the UK. A second foot was discovered near the Humber Estuary shortly after the first. Authorities are conducting specialist examinations to identify the remains, though no corresponding bodies have been located. Keywords: [chattanooga](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chattanooga.md), cleethorpes, humber estuary, [human remains](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-remains.md), [forensic science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forensic-science.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Geopolitical Analysis of Pakistan and China (1:34:47–1:40:46) An analysis by a show producer suggests that Pakistan is a strategic blocking point for natural resources moving to China and India. China has invested heavily in the Gwadar port and reportedly has 11,000 soldiers in northern Pakistan. The theory posits that the U.S. may want to destabilize Pakistan to block Chinese overland trade routes, while China seeks to secure them for oil and mineral transport from Afghanistan. Keywords: [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [gwadar port](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gwadar-port.md), [bob woodward](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-woodward.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minerals.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Oil Spill Drills and Predictions for the North Sea (1:40:47–1:43:07) The BBC reported on oil industry drills off the coast of Southampton designed to prepare for a disaster on the scale of the BP Deepwater Horizon spill. The hosts predict that a major oil event may soon occur in the North Sea, potentially targeting Norway due to its independent stance outside the European Union and its significant oil wealth. Keywords: [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [southampton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southampton.md), [north sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-sea.md), [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [oil spill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-spill.md), bp disaster [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/26.md) ### 27. San Diego Earthquake Drills and Military Activity (1:43:09–1:48:03) San Diego State University hosted "Exercise 24" (X24), a drill testing the use of social media during a major earthquake. Simultaneously, residents in Southern California reported an unusual amount of low-flying military helicopters, including Chinooks, Blackhawks, and armed Apaches. The hosts question the necessity and transparency of these military exercises over civilian populations. Keywords: [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), x24, earthquake drill, [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [blackhawks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackhawks.md), apaches [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/27.md) ### 28. White House Staff Departures and Peter Orszag's Wedding (1:48:05–1:50:30) High-level departures from the Obama administration are discussed, including Rahm Emanuel, David Axelrod, and Lawrence Summers. Former budget director Peter Orszag was reportedly snubbed by White House colleagues who canceled their attendance at his wedding following his public support for extending the Bush tax cuts. Keywords: [rahm emanuel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rahm-emanuel.md), [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [peter orszag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-orszag.md), [lawrence summers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-summers.md), [bush tax cuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bush-tax-cuts.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Chris Christie and Meg Whitman Town Hall Incident (1:50:31–1:53:48) New Jersey Governor Chris Christie made headlines while campaigning for Meg Whitman in California. During a town hall meeting, Christie aggressively confronted a heckler, telling him to "shut up" and accusing him of dividing the country. The hosts suggest the confrontation may have been a staged "shut up slave" moment intended to bolster Christie's political image. Keywords: [chris christie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-christie.md), [meg whitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meg-whitman.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [town hall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/town-hall.md), [heckler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heckler.md), sopranos [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/238-hawaii-five-blows/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Diagnostic Criteria for Childhood Depression (1:53:49–1:57:18) A medical student provides the specific diagnostic criteria for childhood depression, noting that only five out of nine symptoms are required for a diagnosis. The symptoms include irritable mood, weight changes, insomnia, and "psychomotor agitation." The hosts argue that these criteria are broad enough to apply to almost any child, facilitating the over-prescription of antidepressants and Ritalin. 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