# Radioactive Butts

> A Thanksgiving deep dive into the TSA's holiday PR strategy, the collapse of the Euro in Ireland, and the mysterious missile launch off the California coast.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 255
- **Published:** 2010-11-25
- **Length:** 2h 17m
- **Topics:** TSA PR, Ireland Bailout, [Nigel Farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [Chemtrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemtrails.md), Silver Squeeze, Dollar Hegemony
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts

## About this episode

The TSA is executing a strategic PR campaign this Thanksgiving by accelerating security lines to suppress public protests while Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and President Obama push to expand invasive screening into mass transit and high-speed rail. Adam Curry recounts being disconnected from a White House press call with Administrator John Pistole after questioning radiation standards and the prohibition of dosimeters for agents. The Council on American-Islamic Relations has meanwhile secured a self-pat-down protocol for religious headwear, raising questions about why similar dignity-saving measures are not extended to all travelers.

In the European Parliament, UKIP leader Nigel Farage and MEP Godfrey Bloom sparked a massive confrontation with German MEP Martin Schulz, leading to Bloom's physical expulsion after he shouted Nazi slogans to protest EU federalism. Global economic tensions rise as China and Russia agree to bypass the US dollar in bilateral trade, while the IMF imposes harsh austerity on Ireland to dismantle its status as a corporate tax haven. Domestically, a mysterious missile launch off the coast of Los Angeles is linked to a potential submarine fire control error, coinciding with a cryptic 20-day death prediction made by former Congressman Duncan Hunter on national television.

This holiday special features a deep dive into the 1861 origins of Thanksgiving under Abraham Lincoln and a critical look at the "radioactive butt" defense used by pundits to justify backscatter x-rays. Adam Curry shares his transition to a private MySQL email database via Mail Steward to escape the Google ecosystem, while John C. Dvorak questions the aesthetic "handsome fractal" of modern politics where physical beauty replaces policy expertise.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/transcript.md.

### 1. Thanksgiving Greetings, Reddy Kilowatt Mascot (0:00–1:23)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the Thanksgiving Day episode from their respective locations in Southern California and Silicon Valley. They discuss the mascot Reddy Kilowatt, the long-standing symbol for Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E). The hosts exchange holiday greetings while acknowledging the live audience in the No Agenda chat room.

Keywords: [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), reddy kilowatt, pacific gas and electric, [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Abraham Lincoln, Thanksgiving History, Native American Controversy (1:24–3:50)

The origins of Thanksgiving are traced back to a 1861 resolution by Abraham Lincoln intended to commemorate Civil War soldiers rather than the traditional story of Pilgrims and Indians. An anecdote is shared regarding acting teacher Eric Morris and a classroom discussion where foreign students questioned if the holiday celebrated a Native American holocaust. The modern narrative of the holiday is described as a 20th-century invention that shifted toward commercialism.

Keywords: [abraham lincoln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-lincoln.md), [civil war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-war.md), [pilgrims](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pilgrims.md), [native americans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-americans.md), eric morris

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Black Friday Shopping, Kosher Turkeys, Homeless Outreach (3:51–7:24)

Personal anecdotes regarding holiday preparations include a visit to the Glendale Galleria and observations of early Black Friday sales. One host describes purchasing a pre-brined bird from Kosher Valley after a local farm's heirloom turkeys died. The segment concludes with a plan to distribute leftover turkey sandwiches to the homeless population in Los Angeles.

Keywords: glendale galleria, [black friday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-friday.md), kosher valley, [monterey foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monterey-foods.md), [brussels sprouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brussels-sprouts.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Executive Producer Credits, Episode 256 Binary Significance (7:25–10:26)

The show acknowledges financial support from Executive Producer Norman McDonough and several Associate Executive Producers. A discussion ensues regarding the significance of the number 256 in computing, noting that the next episode marks a rollover in binary terms. Donors from Ontario, Colorado, the UK, and Australia are recognized for their contributions to the value-for-value model.

Keywords: [norman mcdonough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norman-mcdonough.md), christopher sklenda, simon bennett, jonas astrum, phillip smith

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/4.md)

### 5. No Agenda Dice, Campus PR, Propagating the Formula (10:27–12:55)

A promotional update mentions the availability of red No Agenda dice and highlights a listener's grassroots marketing efforts on a college campus. The listener posted a counter-advertisement beneath a biodiversity course flyer to promote the podcast. The hosts reiterate the "propagate the formula" mantra, encouraging listeners to spread the show's message through subversive local PR.

Keywords: [no agenda dice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-dice.md), [biodiversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biodiversity.md), grassroots marketing, [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), college campus

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/5.md)

### 6. TSA Thanksgiving PR Strategy, Adam Curry's Disconnected Press Call (13:00–16:55)

The TSA is accused of executing a strategic PR campaign during Thanksgiving by speeding up security lines to avoid predicted protests. Adam Curry recounts his attempt to join a White House telephone press conference hosted by TSA Administrator John Pistole. Curry intended to ask about radiation testing standards and why agents are forbidden from wearing dosimeters, but he was disconnected shortly after identifying himself.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [john pistole](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-pistole.md), [backscatter x-ray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backscatter-x-ray.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md), white house press conference

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/6.md)

### 7. CAIR Press Release, TSA Self-Pat-Down Protocols (16:56–19:19)

A press release from the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) reveals that the TSA allows travelers to pat down their own religious headwear. Administrator John Pistole confirms that after a self-pat-down, agents perform explosive trace detection on the traveler's hands. The hosts argue that if self-patting is safe for headwear, it should be applied to other sensitive areas to avoid invasive groping.

Keywords: [cair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cair.md), religious headwear, [explosives detection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/explosives-detection.md), [petn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petn.md), [security protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-protocol.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Janet Napolitano, Security Theater Memes, Washington Post Polling (19:19–23:21)

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano appeared on Charlie Rose to promote a new security meme: the idea that passengers should want others to be screened for their own safety. The hosts criticize a Washington Post poll claiming 64% public support for scanners, noting the small sample size of 514 people. They argue the government is successfully turning citizens against one another to justify invasive procedures.

Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [security theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-theater.md), [airport screening](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-screening.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/8.md)

### 9. High-Speed Rail, Mass Transit Security Expansion (23:21–26:57)

Janet Napolitano and President Obama are analyzed regarding the expansion of security measures beyond airports. While Obama promotes high-speed rail as a convenient alternative to flying, Napolitano suggests that "tighter" aviation security necessitates moving screening technology into mass transit, trains, and maritime environments. The hosts view this as a coordinated effort to create a market for screening machines in all public sectors.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), mass transit, [maritime security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maritime-security.md), [maritime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maritime.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/9.md)

### 10. CBS News Radiation Report, Johns Hopkins Controversy (26:58–31:31)

A CBS News report is scrutinized for comparing airport scanner radiation to everyday sources like drinking water and standing in Grand Central Terminal. The hosts dispute the claim that Johns Hopkins approved the machines, asserting the university only evaluated theoretical radiation levels rather than specific manufacturer hardware. They argue that comparing backscatter x-rays to cosmic radiation is a "Ministry of Truth" tactic to minimize health risks.

Keywords: [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [johns hopkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/johns-hopkins.md), [backscatter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backscatter.md), millirem, grand central terminal

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Radioactive Butt Joke, Local Police Arresting TSA Agents (31:31–35:09)

Following a media montage of pundits defending the TSA, a joke is made about a spouse's "radioactive butt" based on claims that human bodies emit more radiation than scanners. A separate anecdote describes local police officers who allegedly enjoy arresting TSA agents for battery when travelers file charges. The hosts suggest a rivalry exists between actual law enforcement and TSA agents over the perceived unearned authority of the TSA badge.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [matt lauer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lauer.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md), [police](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police.md), badge authority

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Chris Matthews, Ginger McCall, Michael Chertoff Corruption Allegations (35:10–40:24)

MSNBC host Chris Matthews is criticized for his interview with EPIC lawyer Ginger McCall regarding the scanners. During the segment, McCall points to the "revolving door" between the government and security vendors, specifically naming former Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff. Matthews is accused of shouting down the guest and ignoring documented ties between Chertoff's consulting firm and scanner manufacturers.

Keywords: [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), ginger mccall, [epic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epic.md), [michael chertoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-chertoff.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Thermo Instrument Systems, Body Scanner Patent History (40:24–44:17)

The financial history of body scanner technology is traced to a company called IRT, which sold its patents during a bankruptcy case to Thermo Instrument Systems (now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific). The hosts suggest the bankruptcy may have been engineered by pulling government contracts to allow a larger entity to acquire the intellectual property. They note the massive revenue growth of these companies following the government's mandate for new security hardware.

Keywords: thermo instrument systems, thermo fisher scientific, [patents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patents.md), [bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), irt

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Facial Recognition, Clear Program Resurrection (44:19–45:55)

A report from a physician at the National Institute of Health (NIH) suggests that the government may be saving facial data from airport scans for recognition technology. Additionally, the "Clear" biometric pre-screening program is noted to be returning to airports like Indianapolis. The hosts characterize these programs as "first-class slavery," where citizens pay a fee to wait in a shorter line for the same invasive screening.

Keywords: [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md), [nih](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih.md), [clear program](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clear-program.md), [biometric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biometric.md), [indianapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indianapolis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Duncan Hunter, The 20-Day Death Prediction (45:56–49:49)

Former Congressman Duncan Hunter appeared on Sean Hannity's show and made a specific, cryptic comment about soldiers in Afghanistan being "dead in 20 days." The hosts speculate whether this was a Freudian slip or insider knowledge of a planned military operation or "false flag" event set for mid-December. They note Hunter's background as the former head of the Armed Services Committee gives his specific timeline weight.

Keywords: [duncan hunter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duncan-hunter.md), armed services committee, [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [helmand province](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helmand-province.md), [hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hannity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/15.md)

### 16. General James Jones, Afghanistan Opium Trade, Dope Inc. (49:50–55:49)

The resignation of National Security Advisor General James Jones is linked to a speech he gave in Russia regarding the nexus of international organized crime and drug trafficking. The discussion explores theories from the LaRouche movement suggesting British and CIA involvement in the Afghan poppy trade. The hosts examine the "Dope Inc." theory, which posits that global banking interests are the primary beneficiaries of the heroin trade.

Keywords: [james jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-jones.md), viktor ivanov, [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [opium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opium.md), [lyndon larouche](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyndon-larouche.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/16.md)

### 17. UK Heroin Shortage, Russian Drug Seizures, Obama in Lisbon (55:49–59:11)

The Guardian reports a severe heroin shortage in the UK caused by a fungus blighting the Afghan poppy crop rather than law enforcement success. Simultaneously, Russian drug czar Viktor Ivanov announced a major seizure of heroin labs on a trafficking route into Pakistan. President Obama's absence from the domestic TSA debate is noted, as he was attending a summit in Lisbon, Portugal during the holiday.

Keywords: [guardian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guardian.md), poppy crop, viktor ivanov, [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [lisbon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Ireland Bailout, IMF Austerity, Corporate Tax Havens (59:11–1:01:39)

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has imposed austerity measures on Ireland, including a significant reduction in the minimum wage. The hosts argue that the bailout is a tool to force Ireland to raise its 12% corporate tax rate, which has made the country a tax haven for US tech giants like Microsoft and Dell. They frame the economic crisis as a deliberate move by global bankers to "screw the Irish" and reclaim tax revenue.

Keywords: [ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ireland.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [austerity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austerity.md), [minimum wage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minimum-wage.md), [corporate tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-tax.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Nigel Farage, EU Parliament, Tower of Babel (1:01:40–1:05:46)

Nigel Farage of the UK Independence Party delivers a scathing speech in the European Parliament directed at President Herman Van Rompuy. Farage claims the Euro project is crumbling and accuses EU leadership of destroying democracy to preserve their "Euro dream." He warns that after Greece and Ireland, Portugal and Spain are next to face economic collapse, which could lead to nationalism and violence.

Keywords: [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [herman van rompuy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herman-van-rompuy.md), [european parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-parliament.md), [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md), [portugal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portugal.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Godfrey Bloom, Nazi Allusions in EU Parliament (1:05:47–1:08:42)

A major disruption occurred in the European Parliament when MEP Godfrey Bloom shouted the Nazi slogan "Ein Volk, ein Reich, ein Führer" at German MEP Martin Schulz. The incident caused a "fracas" in the chamber, leading President Jerzy Buzek to demand an official apology. The hosts discuss the live translation difficulties and the irony of the EU's rigid rulebook being used to police speech during a heated debate.

Keywords: [godfrey bloom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/godfrey-bloom.md), [martin schulz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-schulz.md), [nazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi.md), ein volk, jerzy buzek

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/20.md)

### 21. EU Parliament Apology Stand-off, Rule 9 (1:08:43–1:13:04)

The confrontation between Godfrey Bloom and Martin Schulz escalates as Bloom refuses to offer a sincere apology, instead calling Schulz an "undemocratic fascist." The session is briefly suspended as leadership consults the rulebook (specifically Rule 9) to determine how to handle the insult. The hosts mock the "Starfleet Command" atmosphere of the proceedings and the obsession with formal apologies over substantive policy.

Keywords: [godfrey bloom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/godfrey-bloom.md), [martin schulz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-schulz.md), [fascism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fascism.md), [apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apology.md), rule 9

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Godfrey Bloom Expulsion, Nigel Farage Defense (1:13:04–1:18:48)

Godfrey Bloom is ultimately escorted out of the European Parliament by an official in "coat and tails" after refusing to leave voluntarily. Nigel Farage defends Bloom, arguing that the rules are not applied evenly since Schulz frequently calls Euroskeptics fascists without repercussion. The hosts note that this dramatic expulsion was largely ignored by mainstream news outlets across the European Union.

Keywords: [godfrey bloom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/godfrey-bloom.md), [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), edward mcmillan-scott, [yorkshire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yorkshire.md), rule 152

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/22.md)

### 23. EU Self-Funding, Swedish Constitution Changes (1:18:48–1:20:32)

European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso has proposed "EU self-funding," which the hosts interpret as a direct European tax on member nations. Meanwhile, the Swedish Parliament (Riksdag) is moving to change the national constitution to formally incorporate the Lisbon Treaty. This move is seen as a surrender of national sovereignty to the central European government.

Keywords: [jose manuel barroso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jose-manuel-barroso.md), [taxation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxation.md), [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [lisbon treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md), riksdag

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Listener Donations, The Niner-Niner-Niner Tribute (1:20:33–1:23:44)

The hosts process a series of $99.99 donations, accompanied by a "niner-niner-niner" vocal tribute. Donors from Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina are thanked for their support. One listener mentions using show talking points in their social circles, while another discusses the Clinton Foundation's recent approval for tax-exempt status in Canada.

Keywords: [beatles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beatles.md), [itunes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/itunes.md), [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Global Donor Roll, Birthday Call-outs, Knighting Layaway (1:23:44–1:30:50)

A diverse group of donors from Manitoba, Oklahoma, and California are recognized for their contributions. The segment includes a mention of a new No Agenda app for the Boxee platform and a documentary deconstructing "security theater." The hosts also perform birthday shout-outs for listeners' children and acknowledge "knighthood layaway" payments from dedicated producers.

Keywords: [manitoba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manitoba.md), [oklahoma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oklahoma.md), boxee, [calgary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/calgary.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/25.md)

### 26. New "Created By" Credit Proposal (1:30:50–1:33:15)

The hosts debate the introduction of a new "Created By" credit for donors who contribute the exact amount of the current episode number. While Dvorak is skeptical about the historical accuracy of the title, Curry argues it provides an exclusive incentive for high-level supporters. They eventually agree to consider it as a bonus title alongside Associate Executive Producer credits.

Keywords: [dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvorak.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credits.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), show branding

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Chemtrails Documentary, Aluminum Levels in California (1:33:16–1:38:18)

Adam Curry discusses the documentary "What on Earth Are They Spraying?", which investigates geoengineering and the presence of aluminum and barium in the atmosphere. The film claims that aluminum levels in California have reached 63,000 parts per million, far exceeding the state's alarm level of 1,000. The hosts discuss the potential health risks and the theory that these materials are being sprayed to reflect sunlight.

Keywords: [geoengineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geoengineering.md), [aluminum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aluminum.md), [barium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barium.md), [mount shasta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mount-shasta.md), what on earth are they spraying

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/27.md)

### 28. John Holdren, Global Cooling Theory, Barstow Water Contamination (1:38:18–1:42:48)

White House science advisor John Holdren is heard discussing the controversial possibility of using geoengineering to create cooling effects. The hosts suggest that population control advocates might be attempting to trigger a new ice age under the guise of fighting global warming. This is linked to a state of emergency in Barstow, California, where the water supply was contaminated with perchlorate and aluminum.

Keywords: [john holdren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-holdren.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), perchlorate, barstow, [arnold schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Plane Finder App, Nicolas Sarkozy Pedophile Outburst (1:42:48–1:46:21)

A mobile app called Plane Finder is recommended for tracking aircraft tail numbers and altitudes to identify potential "chemtrail" planes. In international news, French President Nicolas Sarkozy is reported to have called journalists "pedophiles" during an off-the-record outburst regarding bribery allegations. Despite denials from the presidential palace, the incident was documented by L'Express magazine.

Keywords: plane finder, [ads-b](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ads-b.md), [nicolas sarkozy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicolas-sarkozy.md), l'express, [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/29.md)

### 30. China-Russia Currency Deal, North Korea Shelling (1:46:21–1:49:27)

China and Russia have agreed to use their own currencies for bilateral trade, a move seen as a direct rebuke of the US dollar's status as the global reserve currency. Shortly after this announcement, a military skirmish occurred between North and South Korea. The hosts speculate that the conflict may have been provoked to drive up the value of the dollar and benefit US interests.

Keywords: wen jiabao, [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [us dollar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-dollar.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/30.md)

### 31. LA Missile Mystery, Submarine Fire Control Error (1:49:28–1:53:17)

New information from anonymous sources suggests the mysterious missile launch off the coast of Los Angeles was an unplanned US military event, possibly a fire control error during a submarine drill. The hosts also discuss a planned global bank run scheduled for December 7th, organized by former soccer player Eric Cantona. They link the timing of the bank run to the "20-day" death prediction mentioned earlier in the show.

Keywords: [missile launch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-launch.md), [norad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norad.md), [submarine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/submarine.md), [sharepoint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sharepoint.md), [bank run](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-run.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Max Keiser, Silver Market, JP Morgan Short Selling (1:53:17–1:57:07)

Financial commentator Max Keiser is encouraging people to buy physical silver to trigger a "short squeeze" on JP Morgan. The hosts compare this to the 1970s attempt by the Hunt brothers to corner the silver market. While Dvorak is skeptical about the ability of individuals to move such a large market, Curry expresses interest in purchasing silver coins as a hedge against inflation.

Keywords: [max keiser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/max-keiser.md), [jp morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan.md), [silver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silver.md), bunker hunt, [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Fake Taliban Negotiator, Pakistani Shopkeeper Scam (1:57:08–1:58:51)

A major intelligence failure is revealed where a man claiming to be a high-ranking Taliban negotiator was actually a Pakistani shopkeeper. The imposter reportedly received millions of dollars in "walking around money" from the US and Afghan governments before the ruse was discovered. The hosts mock the lack of vetting and the subsequent downplaying of the story by American media.

Keywords: [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [hamid karzai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamid-karzai.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [david letterman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-letterman.md), [intelligence failure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-failure.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Pat Buchanan, Sarah Palin, Reagan Comparisons (1:58:52–2:01:28)

Pat Buchanan is analyzed as an MSNBC contributor who is currently promoting Sarah Palin and Mike Huckabee for the 2012 presidency. The hosts criticize the media's attempt to equate Palin with Ronald Reagan, arguing that Reagan had a long history of political activism and executive experience in California that Palin lacks. They view the comparison as a desperate attempt to validate a weak candidate.

Keywords: [pat buchanan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pat-buchanan.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), [mike huckabee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-huckabee.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Politics as Show Business, The Handsome Fractal (2:01:29–2:04:30)

A theory is proposed that modern politics is a "fractal" of show business where physical attractiveness is the primary qualification for office. The hosts discuss the aesthetic appeal of Barack Obama, Mitt Romney, and Sarah Palin, noting Barbara Bush's comment that Palin is "beautiful." They conclude that in the "Gitmo Nation," looking good on television is more important than policy or experience.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [barbara bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-bush.md), [milf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milf.md), [aesthetics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aesthetics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Hawaii Five-O, Bad Acting, The Kill Point (2:04:31–2:07:57)

The hosts critique the poor acting in the "Hawaii Five-O" reboot and the TV series "The Kill Point." Despite the low production quality and "bad acting," they admit to getting "sucked in" to the narratives while watching on DVD. They discuss how music and visuals can compensate for poor performances in modern television dramas.

Keywords: [hawaii five-o](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii-five-o.md), the kill point, john leguizamo, donnie wahlberg, [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/36.md)

### 37. George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Russian Soft Power (2:07:57–2:12:02)

The use of Hollywood celebrities to soften the image of geopolitical interventions is discussed, citing George Clooney's work in Sudan. Russia is reportedly adopting this strategy, with Leonardo DiCaprio meeting Vladimir Putin and identifying as "half Russian." The hosts predict DiCaprio will soon be used as a spokesperson for Russian interests in regions like Chechnya.

Keywords: [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [leonardo dicaprio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leonardo-dicaprio.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [sudan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sudan.md), [chechnya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chechnya.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Mail Steward, MySQL Email Databases, Thanksgiving Sign-off (2:12:08–2:17:12)

Adam Curry describes his migration away from Gmail toward a local MySQL database using a program called Mail Steward, which allows for near-instantaneous searching of 300,000 emails. The show concludes with the hosts sharing their Thanksgiving cooking plans, including recipes for yams and kosher turkeys. They sign off with their traditional "Soviet spy" and "Silicon Valley" personas.

Keywords: mail steward, mysql, gnu pgp, [gmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmail.md), turkey recipe

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/255-radioactive-butts/chapter/38.md)

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