# Qaeda CEO

> The administration sidesteps Congress on Libya as the media adopts corporate branding for global terrorism and the UN disputes verified reports of systematic war crimes.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 314
- **Published:** 2011-06-19
- **Length:** 2h 33m
- **Topics:** Al-Qaeda CEO, [War Powers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers.md), Libya Propaganda, [Raw Milk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raw-milk.md), Solar Cooling, QR Coins
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo

## About this episode

President Barack Obama and the Department of Health and Human Services are under fire for the Fatherhood.gov initiative, which features Ad Council videos of fathers receiving manicures from their daughters. Critics argue the campaign represents a softening of American masculinity, while a Republican response from North Dakota ignored the holiday entirely to promote Cargill beef exports to Korea. This cultural shift coincides with the administration's use of Public Law 107-40 to bypass the War Powers Resolution for ongoing military operations in Libya.

International tensions rise as Russia Today and the BBC clash over state propaganda labels during the NATO intervention. UN Human Rights reports now contradict International Criminal Court claims regarding systematic rape in Libya, while CNN faces backlash for airing unverified rebel footage of alleged atrocities. In the United States, Texas Governor Rick Perry is utilizing data-mining text tactics at the Republican Leadership Conference, and Ron Paul is championing raw milk advocacy following a straw poll victory. Meanwhile, the Dutch Mint has introduced QR-coded currency as the National Solar Observatory warns of a potential new ice age due to low solar activity.

Media outlets have begun branding Ayman al-Zawahiri as the new CEO of Al-Qaeda, using corporate terminology to maintain the terror narrative after the death of Osama bin Laden. This episode features a formal knighting ceremony for Sir GQ and Sir Taylor Stewart, alongside a deconstruction of the BBC's overproduced war reporting. John C. Dvorak and Adam Curry also examine the New York Times' ethics investigation into Justice Clarence Thomas and the bizarre confiscation of high school yearbooks in Big Bear, California.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/transcript.md.

### 1. Fatherhood.gov, Obama Father's Day Greeting, Cargill Promotion (0:00–2:50)

President Barack Obama released a Father's Day greeting via email and video, which was followed on C-SPAN by a Republican representative from North Dakota. The Republican response focused on promoting Cargill and exporting beef to Korea rather than addressing Father's Day. The Fatherhood.gov website is highlighted for its "Fatherhood Pledge" and various activity tips for parents.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), fatherhood.gov, [cargill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cargill.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [north dakota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-dakota.md), [father's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/father-s-day.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Fatherhood.gov Manicure Video, Pussification of the Nation (2:51–6:27)

A video on the Fatherhood.gov website, produced by the Ad Council, depicts a daughter giving her father a manicure and painting his nails red. The imagery of a tattooed man receiving nail polish from his daughter is criticized as part of a broader "pussification" of the country. Alternative bonding activities like oil painting, drawing, or reading are suggested as more appropriate than cosmetic treatments.

Keywords: fatherhood.gov, [ad council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-council.md), manicure, [gender roles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-roles.md), [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Russia Today Reporter, Greek Riot Coverage, Tear Gas Incident (6:28–10:28)

A British reporter for Russia Today (RT) was filmed attempting to report from the front lines of anti-austerity riots in Greece. The footage shows the reporter struggling with poor audio, being pushed by protesters who did not want to be filmed, and eventually running directly into a cloud of tear gas. The segment concludes with the reporter physically incapacitated by the gas while bystanders offer assistance.

Keywords: [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [riots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/riots.md), [tear gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tear-gas.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [athens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/athens.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Russia Today vs BBC, Libya Propaganda Debate (10:28–12:58)

A debate on the BBC featured a representative from Russia Today and a journalist from The Times of London discussing the NATO intervention in Libya. The Times journalist characterized RT as a state propaganda channel, while the RT representative countered that the BBC is similarly funded by the British state. The exchange highlights the conflicting narratives regarding Muammar Gaddafi's government and NATO's military intentions.

Keywords: [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [state funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-funding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Gulf War Incubator Story, Hill & Knowlton PR Deception (12:58–16:07)

The 1990 testimony of a 15-year-old Kuwaiti girl claiming Iraqi soldiers removed babies from incubators is revisited as a confirmed fabrication. Investigative reporting by the CBC's Fifth Estate revealed the girl was the daughter of the Kuwaiti ambassador and had been coached by the PR firm Hill & Knowlton. This deception is cited as a primary driver for shifting American public opinion in favor of the first Gulf War.

Keywords: [hill & knowlton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hill-knowlton.md), [kuwait](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kuwait.md), [incubators](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incubators.md), [cbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbc.md), desert storm, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/5.md)

### 6. UN Human Rights Report, Libya Rape Allegations (16:08–19:06)

The United Nations Human Rights Committee released a report on Libya that stated it was unable to verify individual accounts of mass rape despite widespread media claims. While the International Criminal Court (ICC) alleged that Gaddafi's forces used Viagra as a "weapon of war," the UN commission found no conclusive evidence of systematic sexual violence or indiscriminate attacks on civilians by NATO at that stage.

Keywords: [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md), [rape](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rape.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [icc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/6.md)

### 7. CNN Cell Phone Rape Video, Misrata Media Center (19:07–21:56)

CNN aired a report featuring an unverified cell phone video allegedly showing Gaddafi loyalists torturing and sodomizing a woman with a broomstick. The reporter, Sarah Snyder, acknowledged that the network could not verify the date, location, or authenticity of the footage, which was provided by rebel sources. The use of such graphic, unconfirmed content is criticized as a tool for manufacturing consent for military intervention.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [misrata](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misrata.md), [sexual violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-violence.md), [journalism ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism-ethics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Hillary Clinton Statement, Sarah Snyder Career Background (21:57–29:44)

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton issued a statement condemning the use of rape as a weapon of war in Libya, citing the unverified reports. CNN correspondent Sarah Snyder, who presented the controversial rape video, is noted for her rapid career progression from a local Oakland station to international reporting in Mumbai and Misrata. The reliance on the International Criminal Court as an authority is questioned given the lack of verified evidence in UN reports.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), sarah snyder, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [international criminal court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-criminal-court.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/8.md)

### 9. War Powers Resolution, Public Law 107-40, Libya Legality (29:45–32:48)

President Obama is utilizing Public Law 107-40, originally passed under George W. Bush, to justify military action in Libya without a formal declaration of war from Congress. A constitutional law professor argues that the War Powers Resolution is being bypassed or misinterpreted to allow illegal first strikes. The administration's claim that the intervention does not constitute "hostilities" because there are no boots on the ground is challenged as unconstitutional.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [war powers resolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-resolution.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/9.md)

### 10. No Agenda Producer Credits, Knighting Ceremony, Pi Club (32:51–36:06)

John Mayor, using the moniker "Nate Dogg," is recognized as a new executive producer after a donation of $1,111.11. Dwayne Melanson is credited for joining the "Pi Club" with a donation of $314.15. The hosts discuss the distribution of "Knight Rings" to high-tier donors and confirm their own ring sizes during the segment.

Keywords: john mayor, [dwayne melanson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwayne-melanson.md), pi club, [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Domain Name Registrations, VaccinesAreMagic.com, Naive London Girl (36:07–38:23)

Listeners have registered several new domain names based on show themes, including VaccinesAreMagic.com, inspired by a quote from Bill Gates. Other registered domains include Greekdebt.info, JoeBiden2016.info, and LuciferClinton.info. The "Naive London Girl" podcast is mentioned as having been removed from the Mevio network due to advertiser concerns over explicit content.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Military Listeners in Afghanistan, Kyle Miller PR Ad (38:24–42:07)

A letter from a donor currently deployed with the US Army in Afghanistan suggests the podcast is popular among service members who share episodes via USB sticks. Additionally, producer Kyle Miller purchased a commercial for the show on a local television program in Edmonton, Canada. The hosts thank the "Associate Executive Producers" for their creative efforts in propagating the show's formula.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [us army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-army.md), kyle miller, [edmonton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edmonton.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Anthony Weiner Scandal, Sexual Frustration in America (42:10–47:23)

The Anthony Weiner sexting scandal is discussed as a uniquely American obsession that receives little attention in Europe. Speculation is raised regarding a potential "honeypot" operation or political hit involving fake Twitter accounts to force Weiner's resignation. The conversation transitions into a broader discussion on sexual frustration in American marriages and the need for honest communication between partners.

Keywords: [anthony weiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-weiner.md), [chuck schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-schumer.md), sexual politics, [media coverage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-coverage.md), [marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marriage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Rick Perry Speech, Republican Leadership Conference, Texting Tactic (47:23–52:44)

Texas Governor Rick Perry's speech at the Republican Leadership Conference is criticized for its "preacher-like" delivery and "douchebag" tactics. During the speech, Perry paused to ask the audience to text "FORWARD" to a shortcode, which is identified as a data-mining technique to build a mailing list. The hosts compare his style to a televangelist and dismiss his chances as a serious presidential nominee.

Keywords: [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), republican leadership conference, [texting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texting.md), [mailing list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mailing-list.md), televangelism

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Ron Paul Straw Poll, Raw Milk Advocacy (52:44–58:23)

Ron Paul won the straw poll at the Republican Leadership Conference and delivered a speech criticizing the War Powers Resolution and the FDA. Paul specifically advocated for the right of citizens to consume raw milk without federal interference, leading to the suggestion of a "Ron Paul for Raw Milk 2012" campaign. The segment also touches on Paul's desire to withdraw the United States from the UN and the IMF.

Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md), [raw milk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raw-milk.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Bill O'Reilly vs Ron Paul, Fox News Media Bias (58:24–1:01:48)

Bill O'Reilly is accused of marginalizing Ron Paul by pretending to be confused by Paul's explanation of Keynesian economics and the Federal Reserve. The hosts argue that Fox News is run by establishment interests who prefer candidates like Mitt Romney or Michele Bachmann. They claim that even "right-wing" stations are often managed by liberals who prioritize ratings and establishment stability over genuine conservative discourse.

Keywords: [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [keynesian economics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keynesian-economics.md), media establishment

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Al-Qaeda CEO Ayman al-Zawahiri, Fox Business Scripting (1:01:49–1:07:03)

Fox Business News is criticized for a scripted segment featuring Lieutenant Colonel Ralph Peters, who referred to Ayman al-Zawahiri as the "new CEO" of Al-Qaeda. The media's use of corporate terminology like "CEO," "street cred," and "franchises" to describe terrorist organizations is deconstructed as a propaganda technique. The segment suggests that the media is attempting to build Zawahiri's profile to maintain a sense of public terror following the death of Osama bin Laden.

Keywords: [ayman al-zawahiri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayman-al-zawahiri.md), [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [fox business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-business.md), [ralph peters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-peters.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Al-Qaeda Hit List, Media Ratings Bonanza (1:07:03–1:12:18)

Reports of an Al-Qaeda "wish list" targeting British private schools like Eton and 40-50 American individuals are dismissed as a media fabrication. The hosts predict that media figures like Wolf Blitzer or Anderson Cooper will use the existence of such a list to boost their own ratings. They argue that being on a "terrorist hit list" has become a status symbol for journalists seeking to establish their importance.

Keywords: [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [hit list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hit-list.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md), eton

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Media Deadpool, CNN Anchor Predictions (1:12:18–1:15:48)

A "Media Al-Qaeda CEO Deadpool" is proposed, with predictions on which news anchors will claim to be on the terrorist hit list. Wolf Blitzer and Anderson Cooper are named as top candidates for this "ratings bonanza." The hosts suggest that even if the list is fake, media personalities will embrace it for the international coverage and perceived "street cred" it provides.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [geraldo rivera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geraldo-rivera.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/19.md)

### 20. BBC Libya Feature, Overproduced Rebel Footage (1:15:50–1:19:11)

A BBC report on a Libyan student returning from Britain to fight in Misrata is deconstructed for its high production values and suspicious cinematography. The segment highlights the use of car mounts, long-lens shots, and multi-camera setups that suggest the "rebel" footage was staged or heavily choreographed. The hosts argue that such "war porn" is designed to manipulate viewers rather than provide authentic reporting.

Keywords: [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [misrata](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misrata.md), [cinematography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cinematography.md), [media deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-deconstruction.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Sadiq Belhach BBC Segment, Sound Effects in War Reporting (1:19:11–1:24:42)

The BBC's profile of rebel fighter Sadiq Belhach is scrutinized for its use of canned sound effects that resemble video games or Hollywood movies. Despite the reporter's claims of being on a "very active front line," the footage shows no actual combat, only rebels firing into the air and burning a mattress. The segment concludes that the report is a "ridiculously produced" piece of propaganda intended to justify the war for oil interests.

Keywords: [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), sadiq belhach, [sound effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-effects.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Julian Assange Hit Piece, BBC and The Guardian (1:24:42–1:28:16)

The BBC aired a segment featuring Nick Davies of The Guardian, which is characterized as a hit piece against Julian Assange. Davies claimed that Assange expressed indifference toward the potential deaths of Afghan civilians who helped coalition forces. The hosts interpret this as a coordinated effort to condition the public to view whistleblowers as murderers and to prepare for Assange's eventual removal from the public sphere.

Keywords: [julian assange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-assange.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [the guardian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-guardian.md), nick davies

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Listener Donations, Autopark App, Dutch Father's Day (1:28:17–1:32:59)

Donations are acknowledged from Robert Simpson, creator of the Autopark iPhone app, and Justin Sights. A Dutch listener, Sir George, sent a donation with a message in Dutch celebrating Father's Day and encouraging others to "cough up the dough." The hosts discuss minor errors in donation processing and the "brainwashing" of children into listening to the show.

Keywords: autopark app, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [pittsburgh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pittsburgh.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [father's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/father-s-day.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Producer Credits, Dame Tanya, PoopBurger.com (1:33:00–1:36:14)

Dame Tanya Wayman and Tim Humer are recognized for their contributions, including a birthday shout-out for "Citizen X." One of the hosts registered the domain PoopBurger.com as a "fallback" for the show, referencing a news story about synthetic meat. The segment addresses administrative issues with "The Shill" and ensures that all donors will eventually receive proper credit.

Keywords: poopburger.com, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [south carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-carolina.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Knighting Ceremony, Sir GQ, Sir Taylor Stewart (1:36:16–1:41:13)

A formal knighting ceremony is conducted for Sir GQ and Sir Taylor Stewart for their donations of $1,000 or more. There is some confusion during the segment regarding the names on the spreadsheet, specifically involving C.G. Meyer and Nate Dogg. The hosts eventually clarify the list and officially welcome the new knights to the "No Agenda Roundtable."

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [sir gq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-gq.md), taylor stewart, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [white gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-gold.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/25.md)

### 26. New York Times Analysis, Obama Golfing, Justice Clarence Thomas (1:41:15–1:45:29)

The New York Times front page features a photo of President Obama and Speaker John Boehner golfing, which is criticized as elitist fluff. A significant "hit piece" by Mike McIntyre targets Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, focusing on his relationship with real estate magnate Harlan Crow. The hosts deconstruct the article's logic, noting it attempts to hold Thomas to ethical standards that do not legally apply to the Supreme Court.

Keywords: [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [john boehner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-boehner.md), [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [harlan crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harlan-crow.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Supreme Court Ethics, Three Branches of Government (1:45:31–1:49:12)

The discussion continues on the New York Times' portrayal of Supreme Court ethics, arguing that the media is trying to subordinate the judiciary to the executive branch. The hosts clarify that the Supreme Court is a standalone branch of government not subject to the same rules as federal judges in the Justice Department. They suggest this media narrative is part of a move toward a "kingdom" where the President holds all power.

Keywords: [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethics.md), [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [executive branch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-branch.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/27.md)

### 28. NYT Front Page Stories, Homeschooling, Afghan Pullback (1:49:12–1:54:27)

Other front-page stories in the New York Times include a piece on homeschooling graduations, Obama's evolving stance on gay marriage, and the potential pullback of troops from Afghanistan. The Afghan article is criticized for being contradictory regarding the influence of Vice President Biden versus General Petraeus. Additionally, the presence of a large Citi Bank advertisement on the front page is noted as a sign of corporate capture of the "paper of record."

Keywords: [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md), [gay marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-marriage.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), citi bank

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Prison Radicalization Hearings, Lone Wolf Terrorist Meme (1:54:29–1:57:27)

Congressional hearings led by Peter King regarding radicalization in the US prison system are linked to a recent "lone wolf" incident near the Pentagon involving a man with suspicious materials. The hosts argue that the "lone wolf" terminology is a legislative meme being pushed to maintain fear. They suggest the timing of the Pentagon incident and the hearings is not a coincidence but a coordinated effort to validate the terror narrative.

Keywords: [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [peter king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-king.md), [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md), [lone wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-wolf.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Prison Indoctrination Testimony, Profiling and Conversion (1:57:28–2:00:33)

Testimony from the radicalization hearings describes how charismatic leaders in prisons use profiling to identify and convert vulnerable inmates to Islam. The process is said to involve moving released prisoners to specific mosques in Virginia or Florida, and eventually overseas. The hosts mock the testimony, suggesting that the mentioned locations in Virginia and Florida are actually hubs for CIA activity and asset training.

Keywords: [prison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prison.md), [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md), [islam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islam.md), [profiling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/profiling.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/30.md)

### 31. If You See Something Say Something Trademark, DHS Website (2:00:33–2:03:06)

The "If You See Something, Say Something" campaign is revealed to be a trademark owned by New York City's MTA and licensed to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The DHS has recently partnered with the US Golf Association to promote the slogan at golf events. Additionally, the DHS website is criticized for being poorly configured, requiring the "www" prefix to resolve correctly in a browser.

Keywords: [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [trademark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trademark.md), usga, [golf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golf.md), website configuration

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Streaming Laws, All-Talk Format Change, Louis Louis (2:03:07–2:06:02)

Vice President Joe Biden's comments comparing illegal streaming to "breaking the window at Tiffany's" signal new strict laws that could lead to jail time for streamers. In response, the hosts consider changing the No Agenda stream to an "All Talk" format to avoid music licensing issues. They jokingly suggest a 24/7 "Louis Louis" or "Don Ho" station as a fallback.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), streaming law, [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), [internet radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-radio.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Big Bear High School Yearbook, Child Pornography Charges (2:06:03–2:09:16)

Students at Big Bear High School in California were ordered to return their yearbooks under threat of child pornography charges due to a blurry background photo of a couple engaging in a "sex act." Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to collect the books, which the hosts describe as an overreaction driven by media obsession with sex. They question why school officials aren't being arrested if the image truly constitutes the distribution of child pornography.

Keywords: big bear high school, [yearbook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yearbook.md), [child pornography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-pornography.md), [sheriff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sheriff.md), [sex scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sex-scandal.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Eisenhower Communist Gaffe, C-SPAN Public Domain (2:09:17–2:10:47)

A C-SPAN clip is highlighted where a speaker suggests that Dwight Eisenhower had concerns about himself being a "communist in the making." The hosts categorize this as a funny gaffe and discuss the nuances of C-SPAN's copyright, noting that while congressional testimony is public domain, their produced specials are not.

Keywords: [dwight eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwight-eisenhower.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communism.md), [public domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-domain.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Greek Economic Collapse, Systemic Banking Risk (2:10:48–2:13:17)

The potential collapse of the Greek economy is discussed as a systemic risk to the US banking system. FDIC Chairman Sheila Baer expressed concern over hundreds of billions in debt held by US and European banks, with $30 billion in Greek debt specifically held by American institutions. Analysts fear a "contagion" that could lead to a massive bailout or a tightening of global credit markets.

Keywords: [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [eurozone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurozone.md), [fdic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fdic.md), sheila baer, banking collapse

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Saggy Pants Arrest, US Airways, Racial Profiling (2:13:19–2:18:05)

De'Shawn Marmon, a University of New Mexico football player, was arrested on a US Airways flight in San Francisco for refusing to pull up his saggy pants. The incident escalated from a dress code dispute to charges of trespassing and battery of a police officer. The hosts characterize the arrest as racist and an example of "bogus charges" used to punish non-compliance with arbitrary airline rules.

Keywords: [us airways](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-airways.md), de'shawn marmon, saggy pants, [arrest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arrest.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Metro Train Profanity Dispute, Conductor Authority (2:18:06–2:21:29)

A recording from a metro train captures a conductor threatening to stop the train because a passenger used the "f-bomb" in a private conversation with a friend. The passenger argued that her private conversation was being unfairly policed, while the conductor insisted on maintaining order. The hosts use the incident to illustrate the increasing "uniformed authority" and loss of personal freedom in public spaces.

Keywords: [metro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metro.md), [profanity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/profanity.md), conductor, [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), passenger dispute

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Sudan Peacekeeping, Robert Gates Departure, Fall Guy Narrative (2:21:30–2:24:43)

The United States is pushing for a UN peacekeeping mission in Sudan, with Ethiopia volunteering to send troops. Meanwhile, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates is preparing to leave his post, and the hosts predict the media will turn him into a "fall guy" for failed military policies. They note that the New York Times has already begun running pieces that soft-pedal his achievements and highlight his "screw-ups."

Keywords: [sudan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sudan.md), [ethiopia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethiopia.md), [robert gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-gates.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Dutch QR Code Coins, New Ice Age Prediction (2:24:44–2:27:02)

The Dutch Mint is releasing collectible coins featuring QR codes that link to a website "surprise." In scientific news, the National Solar Observatory announced that the Sun is entering a period of low activity, which could lead to a prolonged period of global cooling or a "new ice age." The hosts mock the idea that this cooling will likely be blamed on global warming by the media.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [qr codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qr-codes.md), solar observatory, [ice age](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice-age.md), [global cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/39.md)

### 40. HPV Vaccine Success, Methamphetamine Vaccine Study (2:27:02–2:29:29)

A study from Australia claims that HPV vaccinations have been highly successful, even among boys. Simultaneously, the Journal of the American Chemical Society published a study on the development of a "methamphetamine vaccine" designed to create an immune response to the drug. The hosts question the logic of a vaccine for a behavioral addiction and suggest it is a move toward securing government contracts for mandatory injections.

Keywords: [hpv vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv-vaccine.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [methamphetamine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/methamphetamine.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), chemical society

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/40.md)

### 41. French Social Media Rules, Library of Congress Tweets, Outro (2:29:30–2:33:42)

French media regulators have banned the mention of "Twitter" and "Facebook" on air unless they are the subject of a news story, requiring reporters to use the term "social networking" instead. The Library of Congress is reportedly archiving all public tweets, which the hosts find suspicious. The episode concludes with a promotion for the "Hot Pockets 2008" summer tour and a sign-off from the Hilltop Watchtower.

Keywords: [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [library of congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/library-of-congress.md), [hot pockets tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets-tour.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/314-qaeda-ceo/chapter/41.md)

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