# GaGa & Little Boy > A botched ATF gun-running operation turns fatal while the White House recruits corporate titans to manage the economy under the guise of winning the future. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 282 - **Published:** 2011-02-27 - **Length:** 2h 34m - **Topics:** Project Gunrunner, Libya evacuation, [Austin Goolsbee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-goolsbee.md), [George Clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), Monsanto superweeds, [Raymond Davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raymond-davis.md), [Patriot Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy ## About this episode The ATF faces intense scrutiny following a CBS News investigation into Project Gunrunner, which allowed thousands of firearms to walk into the hands of Mexican drug cartels. Two of these rifles were recovered at the murder scene of Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry, sparking allegations that management ignored warnings from field agents. The fallout suggests a potential move to justify stricter domestic gun control laws through manufactured border violence. Mainstream media integrity is questioned as NPR and Andy Carvin rely on unverified Twitter feeds to report on the Libyan uprising. While the British Navy deployed destroyers to evacuate citizens from Benghazi, the U.S. State Department utilized a struggling catamaran. Domestic policy remains equally fraught as Jon Stewart catches White House economist Austin Goolsbee in a factual error regarding heating oil subsidies. Meanwhile, the President’s Advisory Council on Jobs, featuring CEOs from Intel and Facebook, signals a shift toward corporatism. In Pakistan, the arrest of CIA contractor Raymond Davis for the Lahore killings fuels theories of a nuclear false flag operation involving Al-Qaeda. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak deconstruct the rise of the celebrity statesman, noting George Clooney’s transition from humanitarian work in Sudan to playing a presidential candidate in The Ides of March. Comedian Louis C.K. provides a rare moment of unfiltered confrontation by asking Donald Rumsfeld if he is a flesh-eating lizard. The episode concludes with a knighting ceremony for the No Agenda community, reinforcing 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/282-gaga-little-boy/transcript.md. ### 1. No Agenda Episode 282 Introduction and Streamtacular Recap (0:00–2:21) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 282 of No Agenda from their respective locations in Southern California and Silicon Valley. They recap the "Streamtacular" fundraising event held by community members Rhino the Bearded and Yellow Jacket. The hosts mention a Kickstarter campaign for No Agenda "shots" and set the stage for the day's media deconstruction. 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), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), streamtacular, [kickstarter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kickstarter.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/1.md) ### 2. NPR Social Media Strategy and Andy Carvin Libya Reporting (2:24–9:37) The hosts criticize NPR's reliance on social media for reporting on the Libyan uprising, specifically highlighting the work of Andy Carvin. They question the journalistic integrity of retweeting unverified Arabic sources and suggest Carvin's background with the Benton Foundation indicates a deeper agenda. The discussion explores the shift from traditional field reporting to "curating" tweets as a primary news source. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [andy carvin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andy-carvin.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), benton foundation [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Twitter Disinformation and Source Verification Challenges (9:38–11:33) A critique of Twitter as a platform for state-sponsored disinformation highlights the difficulty of verifying anonymous sources during international conflicts. The hosts argue that NPR and other outlets are failing to provide proper context by treating retweets as definitive news. They express skepticism regarding the identity and location of individuals posting updates from conflict zones like Libya. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), verified accounts, sourcing, [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [anonymous sources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-sources.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Wag the Dog Film and Media Skepticism (11:34–14:40) The hosts discuss the 1997 film *Wag the Dog*, noting its absence from Netflix and its relevance to current media narratives. They transition into Andy Carvin's professional history, including his time at Rocket Boom and his role in developing citizen journalism strategies at NPR. The segment emphasizes the potential for manufactured news cycles in the digital age. Keywords: [wag the dog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wag-the-dog.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [dustin hoffman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dustin-hoffman.md), [media manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-manipulation.md), rocket boom, [citizen journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citizen-journalism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Libya Evacuation Efforts and British Navy Rescue (14:40–17:19) A report on the evacuation of foreign nationals from Benghazi, Libya, contrasts the British Navy's response with the American effort. While the UK sent destroyers to rescue citizens, the U.S. State Department reportedly utilized a catamaran that struggled to leave the dock. The segment includes BBC audio of an American citizen expressing relief upon reaching a British vessel. Keywords: [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), british navy, [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [catamaran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catamaran.md), [malta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malta.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Global Elites and Libyan Oil Interests (17:20–19:07) The discussion focuses on the relationship between global political elites and Muammar Gaddafi, driven by Libya's vast oil reserves. The hosts analyze comments from John McCain and Secretary of Defense Robert Gates regarding potential military intervention. They suggest that the primary motivation for Western involvement is the seizure of natural resources to stabilize energy markets. Keywords: [muammar gaddafi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muammar-gaddafi.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [tony blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [david gregory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-gregory.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Austin Goolsbee and Winning the Future Rhetoric (19:08–22:27) White House economist Austin Goolsbee's appearance on *The Daily Show with Jon Stewart* is analyzed for its use of the "Winning the Future" slogan. The hosts deconstruct terms like "human capital" and "innovation," characterizing them as euphemisms for labor and corporate interests. They mock the repetitive nature of the administration's messaging regarding economic growth. Keywords: [austin goolsbee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-goolsbee.md), [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), economic advisors, [human capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-capital.md), [innovation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/innovation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Jon Stewart Challenges Goolsbee on Heating Oil Subsidies (22:27–25:48) Jon Stewart confronts Austin Goolsbee over proposed cuts to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). While Goolsbee argues that oil prices are lower than the 2008 peak, Stewart points out that the home heating oil index is actually higher. The hosts praise Stewart for catching the economist in a factual error regarding the cost of living for poor families. Keywords: [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), [austin goolsbee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-goolsbee.md), heating oil, liheap, [budget cuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budget-cuts.md), 2008 oil spike [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Corporatism and the President's Advisory Council on Jobs (25:48–29:26) The hosts read the roster of the President's Advisory Council on Jobs and the Economy, noting the heavy presence of CEOs from companies like Intel, Comcast, and Facebook. They define this alliance between government and major corporations as modern corporatism or "intellectual fascism." The segment argues that these appointments prioritize corporate profits over public interest. Keywords: [steve case](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-case.md), [intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intel.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [corporatism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporatism.md), [fascism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fascism.md), [jeffrey immelt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-immelt.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Pharmaceutical Advertising and Vesicare Side Effects (29:26–31:59) A critique of the heavy volume of pharmaceutical advertising on network news focuses on a commercial for the bladder medication Vesicare. The hosts mock the extensive list of side effects mentioned in the disclaimer, including swelling of the tongue and severe constipation. They suggest that news coverage of companies like Monsanto is compromised by this advertising revenue. Keywords: vesicare, [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md), [network news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/network-news.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), bladder control [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Executive Producer Credits and Douchebag Court (32:00–37:04) The hosts acknowledge high-tier donors and executive producers, including Tom Dari and Kristen Grant. A complex listener dispute involving Dave Rutter leads to the proposal of a "Douchebag Court" in The Hague to settle unjust call-outs. The segment features the "Soixante-Neuf" donation shout-out and various listener-driven memes. Keywords: tom dari, kristen grant, dave rutter, [the hague](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-hague.md), [douchebag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/douchebag.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Listener Coincidences and Crowded House Connection (37:05–40:51) Listeners share stories of coincidences involving the number 111 and the term "biodiversity." A donation from Upstart Ventures in Australia mentions a connection to the band Crowded House. The hosts reflect on the "No Agenda" community becoming a primary news source for its audience due to perceived corruption in mainstream media. Keywords: [biodiversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biodiversity.md), [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), 111, crowded house, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [salmonella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salmonella.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Google Search Algorithm Changes and No Agenda Rankings (40:51–43:55) The hosts discuss Google's recent algorithm updates aimed at demoting "low-quality" content. They express concern that these changes are a "money-making scam" to force sites into buying AdSense ads. Despite the risk of being demoted like JCPenney, they decide to continue their current web strategy to see how it affects their search rankings. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [search engine optimization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine-optimization.md), [adsense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adsense.md), jcpenney, organic search, [algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Domain Name Registrations and Producer Missions (43:56–47:32) Producers have registered various creative domain names that redirect to the No Agenda website, including "pbscircus.com" and "intelligentainment.com." The hosts thank the community for these "missions" and acknowledge the support of associate executive producers. They emphasize the importance of propagating the show's formula through listener participation. Keywords: [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), pbs circus, wingnut salad, edutainment, intelligentainment, [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Louis C.K. Confronts Donald Rumsfeld on Opie & Anthony (47:51–51:31) Comedian Louis C.K. questioned former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld on the *Opie & Anthony* show, asking if he is a "lizard from outer space" who eats human flesh. The hosts discuss Rumsfeld's refusal to directly answer the question and his ongoing book tour for *Known and Unknown*. They analyze the interaction as a rare moment of a celebrity challenging a political figure. Keywords: [louis c.k.](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louis-c-k.md), [donald rumsfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-rumsfeld.md), opie & anthony, [lizard people](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lizard-people.md), [book tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-tour.md), known and unknown [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Tosh.0 Pottery Clip and Sexual Innuendo (51:31–53:14) The hosts play a clip featured on *Tosh.0* involving a woman giving instructions on how to shape pottery. The audio is highlighted for its unintentional sexual innuendo regarding "lubrication" and "pinching." This serves as a brief humorous interlude between heavier political segments. Keywords: tosh.0, [pottery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pottery.md), [innuendo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/innuendo.md), [humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md), [viral video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-video.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Revolving Door Appointments and Kathy Zoi (53:14–55:22) The "revolving door" between government and private industry is highlighted by Kathy Zoi's move from the Obama Administration's Department of Energy to a green energy fund run by George Soros. The hosts also mention David Geithner, brother of Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner, taking an executive role at Time Inc. They argue these connections facilitate corporate-government collusion. Keywords: kathy zoi, [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [department of energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-energy.md), time inc, david geithner, [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Genetically Enhanced Foods and Monsanto Legal Battles (55:22–58:35) The discussion covers the rebranding of "genetically modified" foods as "genetically enhanced" and the FDA's analysis of engineered fish. The hosts revisit Monsanto's history of suing journalists and dairy producers over BST labeling. They argue that food companies use the First Amendment to fight mandatory labeling of GMO products. Keywords: [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [genetically modified organisms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genetically-modified-organisms.md), [bst](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bst.md), [food labeling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-labeling.md), [pathogens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pathogens.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Super Weeds and Glyphosate Resistance (58:36–1:00:06) *Science Daily* reports on the rise of "super weeds" that have developed resistance to glyphosate, the active ingredient in Monsanto's Roundup. These weeds are spreading across 22 states, threatening the production of corn, soybeans, and cotton. The hosts link this agricultural crisis to a lack of oversight at the Department of Agriculture. Keywords: [super weeds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-weeds.md), [glyphosate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glyphosate.md), [roundup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundup.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agriculture.md), [department of agriculture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-agriculture.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/19.md) ### 20. George Clooney and the Rise of Celebrity Statesmen (1:00:06–1:03:31) The hosts analyze a *Newsweek* cover story featuring George Clooney, describing him as a "freelance diplomat" involved in Sudan and Haiti. They suggest that celebrities are being co-opted by government agencies to move political agendas under the guise of humanitarian work. The segment explores the concept of "celebrity statesmen" as a tool for mass audience manipulation. Keywords: [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [sudan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sudan.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [newsweek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsweek.md), freelance diplomats, [mkultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mkultra.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Ides of March Film and Clooney for President (1:03:33–1:05:58) TMZ reports on George Clooney filming *The Ides of March*, a movie in which he plays a presidential candidate. A survey indicates that 70% of Americans would support a real-life Clooney presidency. The hosts discuss how celebrity recognition often outweighs political knowledge among the general public, citing Jay Leno's "Jaywalking" segments as evidence. Keywords: [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [ides of march](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ides-of-march.md), [tmz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tmz.md), [presidential election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-election.md), [jay leno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-leno.md), [jaywalking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jaywalking.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Raymond Davis Incident and Nuclear False Flag Allegations (1:05:58–1:13:16) The hosts delve into the case of Raymond Davis, a CIA contractor arrested in Lahore, Pakistan, for killing two men. They discuss allegations that Davis was involved in a plot to provide a nuclear device to Al-Qaeda for a false flag operation. The segment criticizes *The New York Times* for withholding Davis's CIA affiliation at the request of the State Department. Keywords: [raymond davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raymond-davis.md), [lahore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahore.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [isi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isi.md), [nuclear bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-bomb.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/22.md) ### 23. White House Social Secretary Jeremy Bernard Appointment (1:13:18–1:14:49) President Obama's appointment of Jeremy Bernard as the first male and openly gay White House Social Secretary is discussed. The hosts characterize the move as a stereotypical appointment intended to appease the gay community following frustrations over "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." They argue the media framing of the appointment is insulting and reductive. Keywords: jeremy bernard, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), social secretary, hilla nolten, [stereotyping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stereotyping.md), [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Scott Brown's 60 Minutes Interview and Pathological Lying (1:14:49–1:19:41) Senator Scott Brown's interview on *60 Minutes* with Lesley Stahl is analyzed for what the hosts call a "tell" of a pathological liar. During the segment, Brown uses the phrase "half-truths" while discussing his memoir, *Against All Odds*. The hosts argue that the media is attempting to build a narrative for Brown's future political advancement despite his perceived lack of sincerity. Keywords: [scott brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-brown.md), [lesley stahl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lesley-stahl.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), against all odds, [pathological liar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pathological-liar.md), half-truths [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Patriot Act Extension and Lone Wolf Surveillance (1:19:41–1:22:27) President Obama signed a three-month extension of the Patriot Act, including provisions for roving wiretaps and access to business records. The hosts highlight a "lone wolf" provision that allows the FBI to conduct surveillance on non-American suspects not tied to specific terrorist groups. They express concern over the expanding scope of government surveillance powers. Keywords: [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), roving wiretaps, [lone wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-wolf.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Knighting Ceremony and Listener Karma Hits (1:22:28–1:29:37) The hosts conduct a knighting ceremony for donors and provide "karma hits" for listeners facing job hunts or personal challenges. They discuss the production of No Agenda rings for the newly minted knights, expected to ship in April. The segment reinforces the "value-for-value" model and the community's role in sustaining the show. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), c. chase mccarthy, michael levin, shane o'hare, [rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rings.md), [sysadmin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sysadmin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/26.md) ### 27. De-douching Rituals and No Agenda News Network (1:29:38–1:35:27) Listeners request "de-douching" after abandoning satellite radio for podcasts. The hosts mention the development of the "No Agenda News Network" (NANN) as a continuous flow of stories for producers. They joke about using neuro-linguistic programming to anchor the show's donation URL to stop signs. Keywords: [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [satellite radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellite-radio.md), enter-assassins, [ozone nightmare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ozone-nightmare.md), [stop signs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stop-signs.md), [neuro-linguistic programming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neuro-linguistic-programming.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Project Gunrunner and the Death of Brian Terry (1:35:27–1:43:10) A CBS News investigation into "Project Gunrunner" reveals that the ATF allowed thousands of weapons to "walk" into the hands of Mexican drug cartels. Two of these rifles were found at the murder scene of Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry. The report alleges that ATF management ignored warnings from field agents that the strategy would lead to fatalities. Keywords: project gunrunner, [brian terry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-terry.md), [atf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atf.md), [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), [ak-47](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ak-47.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/28.md) ### 29. ATF Scandal Theories and Gun Control Agendas (1:43:12–1:46:10) The hosts speculate on the "missing piece" of the Project Gunrunner puzzle, suggesting it could be a move to justify stricter gun control laws in the U.S. They discuss the potential political fallout for the administration and the possibility that the story is being used to block specific appointments within the ATF. The segment questions why the government would facilitate gun smuggling when the border is already saturated with weapons. Keywords: [atf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atf.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), disinfo, missing piece, [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Military Psyops Used on U.S. Senators (1:46:12–1:50:48) A *Rolling Stone* article by Matt Taibbi alleges that the U.S. Army used psychological operations (psyops) to manipulate American senators into supporting the war in Afghanistan. The targets reportedly included John McCain and Carl Levin. The hosts discuss the legality of using propaganda techniques on domestic political leaders and the subsequent investigation ordered by General David Petraeus. Keywords: [rolling stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rolling-stone.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [psyops](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psyops.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Lara Logan Assault and Media Narratives (1:50:48–1:53:07) The hosts discuss the reported assault of CBS correspondent Lara Logan in Egypt, noting changes in how the story was framed by various outlets. They contrast the reaction to Logan's assault with the physical attacks on Anderson Cooper. The discussion touches on Logan's previous criticisms of Matt Taibbi and her perceived role as a "showboater" for the military establishment. Keywords: [lara logan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lara-logan.md), [sexual assault](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-assault.md), [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Film Review of Salt and Russian Spy Parallels (1:53:08–1:55:34) A review of the film *Salt* highlights its parallels to the real-life arrest of Russian spy Anna Chapman. The hosts criticize the movie's casting and lack of "sexiness," specifically noting the role of Gary Sinise. They argue the film was a "flop" that failed to capitalize on the intrigue of sleeper cell narratives. Keywords: [salt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salt.md), [angelina jolie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angelina-jolie.md), [anna chapman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anna-chapman.md), gary sinise, [sleeper cells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sleeper-cells.md), [russian spies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-spies.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Lady Gaga HBO Promotion and Psyops (1:55:35–1:59:02) The hosts deconstruct a "scandal" involving Lady Gaga posing with a small boy, identifying it as a manufactured controversy to promote her HBO special. They use this as an example of "poor man's psyops," where psychological warfare is used for commercial gain. The segment features audio from a New York radio host discussing the "risque" nature of Gaga's performances. 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