# Blood and Treasure > The White House redefines the War Powers Resolution as Amazon exits California and the TSA expands warrantless searches across American transit hubs. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 317 - **Published:** 2011-06-30 - **Length:** 2h 38m - **Topics:** [War Powers Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-act.md), Amazon Tax, TSA VIPER, [Christine Lagarde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-lagarde.md), Libya Intervention, [Soma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soma.md), C919 Jet - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure ## About this episode President Barack Obama faces scrutiny over the constitutionality of the Libya intervention as he dismisses the War Powers Resolution as mere noise. During a scripted press conference featuring Bloomberg reporter Juliana Goldman, the administration defended military operations by claiming the absence of boots on the ground exempts the conflict from congressional oversight. Meanwhile, Senators John McCain and John Kerry visited Cairo to establish the Egyptian American Enterprise Fund, a move critics argue uses taxpayer capital to secure market dominance for corporations like GE and Bechtel. In domestic developments, Governor Jerry Brown signed a California law forcing out-of-state retailers to collect sales tax, prompting Amazon to terminate all affiliate contracts in the state. The TSA continues to expand its reach through the VIPER program, conducting warrantless searches at bus and train depots while internal documents reveal cancer clusters among employees at Logan International Airport. Overseas, Christine Lagarde takes the helm at the IMF, immediately imposing austerity measures on Greece, while China’s COMAC unveils the C919 passenger jet to challenge the Boeing 737. In a bizarre turn of events, the Gay Softball World Series stripped a team of their second-place finish after five players were interrogated and found to be heterosexual. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak deconstruct the neocon euphemism blood and treasure, a phrase used by pundits to sanitize the human and financial costs of war. The duo also explores the strange case of a 12-year-old genealogist who discovered that 42 of 43 U.S. presidents share a bloodline with King John of England. Between discussions of Adam’s back injury and the effects of the muscle relaxant Soma, the hosts prepare for their upcoming Hot Pockets tour in a fuel-thirsty RV. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/transcript.md. ### 1. No Agenda Episode 317 Introduction and Human Resources Welcome (0:00–1:18) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 317 of the No Agenda show on June 30, 2011. They welcome listeners and "human resources" in the chat room while establishing their broadcast locations in Southern California and Silicon Valley. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [southern california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-california.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Adam Curry Back Injury, Soma Prescription, and Muscle Relaxants (1:19–4:38) Adam Curry describes a recent back injury sustained while moving a bar stool for a studio segment. He discusses being prescribed Carisoprodol, marketed as Soma, and references its namesake in Aldous Huxley's "Brave New World" while describing the drug's effects and street value. Keywords: [soma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soma.md), carisoprodol, muscle relaxant, back injury, [brave new world](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brave-new-world.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Amazon Affiliate Program Cancellation, California Sales Tax Law (4:39–9:57) Governor Jerry Brown signed a law requiring out-of-state retailers to collect sales tax if they have a physical presence in California, leading Amazon to cancel all affiliate contracts in the state. The hosts discuss the impact on their personal income and the constitutional implications of "taxation without representation" regarding online affiliates. Keywords: [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [jerry brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jerry-brown.md), [sales tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sales-tax.md), [affiliate marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affiliate-marketing.md), [california law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-law.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Potential Relocation to Nevada, Tax Benefits and Real Estate (9:58–13:05) Following the loss of Amazon affiliate income, the hosts consider moving their operations to Nevada to take advantage of the lack of state income and corporate taxes. They discuss the depressed property prices in Las Vegas and the logistical benefits of staying relatively close to Los Angeles. Keywords: [nevada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nevada.md), [las vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/las-vegas.md), [income tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/income-tax.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [relocation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/relocation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/4.md) ### 5. No Agenda Stream Update, No Agenda Haiku Show (13:06–16:01) The hosts announce that the No Agenda Stream is now 100% talk and commercial-free. They debut a segment from the "No Agenda Haiku Show," a listener-generated project that summarizes recent episodes using the 5-7-5 syllable format. Keywords: [no agenda stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md), [haiku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiku.md), listener content, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Obama Press Conference, Scripted Questions and Juliana Goldman (16:01–18:59) President Obama held a press conference that the hosts characterize as highly scripted and staged. They highlight Bloomberg reporter Juliana Goldman as an "Obama Original" and analyze her question about the NLRB and Boeing as a pre-planned setup for the President. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), juliana goldman, [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [press conference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-conference.md), [scripted questions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scripted-questions.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Corporate Jet Owner Meme, Obama Deficit Rhetoric (18:59–22:05) President Obama repeatedly used the term "corporate jet owners" during his press conference to advocate for ending tax breaks. The hosts deconstruct this as a populist meme, noting that the President himself frequently uses government-owned jets for personal and political travel. Keywords: [corporate jets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-jets.md), [tax breaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-breaks.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [deficit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deficit.md), [class warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/class-warfare.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Libya Conflict Timeline, Obama Claims vs Reality (22:06–25:39) The hosts compare President Obama's recent claims about the Libya intervention to his original statements from March 2011. They highlight a discrepancy where the President now claims he said the initial phase would take "days or perhaps weeks," whereas the original recording stated "days and not weeks." Keywords: [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [muammar gaddafi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muammar-gaddafi.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [military intervention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-intervention.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Egyptian American Enterprise Fund, McCain and Kerry in Cairo (25:40–29:49) Senators John McCain and John Kerry visited Egypt to promote Senate Bill 618, which establishes the Egyptian American Enterprise Fund. The hosts argue this is a mechanism to use taxpayer money to support American corporations like GE and Bechtel in establishing dominance in the post-revolution Egyptian market. Keywords: [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), senate bill 618, enterprise fund [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/9.md) ### 10. International Republican Institute, Mohamed ElBaradei and Wael Ghonim (29:49–32:55) The hosts link the Egyptian uprisings to training and financing provided by the International Republican Institute, chaired by John McCain. They also note that Google executive Wael Ghonim created the campaign website for Mohamed ElBaradei, whom they predict will be the next leader of Egypt. Keywords: [mohamed elbaradei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mohamed-elbaradei.md), [wael ghonim](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wael-ghonim.md), international republican institute, [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), egypt revolution [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Libya Funding and Boots on the Ground (32:55–37:23) The Senate Foreign Relations Committee discussed an amendment by Senator Lugar regarding the continued military presence in Libya. The hosts analyze the legalese used to justify potential "boots on the ground" for stabilization efforts after the fall of the Gaddafi regime, funded by frozen Libyan assets. Keywords: senate foreign relations committee, [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), richard lugar, [boots on the ground](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boots-on-the-ground.md), [military funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-funding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Hillary Clinton in Jamaica, Libya Rape Allegations (37:23–40:34) Hillary Clinton visited Jamaica while continuing to push the administration's narrative on Libya. The hosts criticize the use of unproven allegations regarding state-sponsored rape as a weapon of war, comparing Clinton's "whose side are you on" rhetoric to that of the Bush administration. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [jamaica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamaica.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Afghanistan Luxury Hotel Attack, New York Times Coverage (40:34–41:27) The New York Times featured prominent coverage of an insurgent attack on a luxury hotel in Kabul. The hosts suggest this reporting is being used to justify maintaining high troop levels in Afghanistan and deflating hopes for a significant drawdown. Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [kabul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kabul.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [troop withdrawal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troop-withdrawal.md), [insurgency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurgency.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/13.md) ### 14. MSNBC Morning Joe Gaffe, Richard Stengel Dick Comment (41:28–45:45) During a broadcast of "Morning Joe," Time Magazine editor Richard Stengel was caught on a hot mic calling President Obama a "dick" after a technical failure with the seven-second delay. The hosts discuss the subsequent profuse apologies from the network and the scrubbing of the incident from repeat broadcasts. Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [morning joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-joe.md), [richard stengel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-stengel.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [hot mic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-mic.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Executive Producer Credits, No Agenda Karma (45:47–49:53) The hosts thank their executive and associate executive producers for their financial support. They read notes from donors who claim "No Agenda Karma" has helped them in their personal lives, including job searches and cycling races. Keywords: [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [podcast license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-license.md), [challenge coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Domain Name Forwards, Guinness World Record Attempt (49:55–52:06) Listeners have registered hundreds of domain names, such as Poopsniffer.com and MonsantoIsEvil.com, to forward to the No Agenda website. The show is officially attempting a Guinness World Record for the most independently registered domains pointing to a single site. Keywords: [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), [guinness world records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guinness-world-records.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Hot Pockets 2008 Tour, Maggie Vincent Tire Discussion (52:06–55:30) The hosts discuss the upcoming "Hot Pockets 2008" tour and address a comment from Baroness Maggie Vincent regarding John Dvorak's previous remarks about women and tires. They finalize tour logistics and thank the 333 Club members. Keywords: [hot pockets tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets-tour.md), [maggie vincent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maggie-vincent.md), [tires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tires.md), [sexism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexism.md), [road trip](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/road-trip.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Christine Lagarde IMF Appointment, World Bank Treasury (55:31–58:04) Christine Lagarde has been appointed as the director of the IMF, while former Lehman Brothers executive Madelyn Antoncic joins the World Bank. The hosts discuss Lagarde's ties to the "Chicago cabal" and her immediate pressure on Greece to accept austerity measures. Keywords: [christine lagarde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-lagarde.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [world bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-bank.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [austerity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austerity.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Blood and Treasure Meme, Neocon Euphemisms (58:06–1:02:43) Adam Curry presents a montage of politicians and pundits using the phrase "blood and treasure" to describe the costs of war. The hosts deconstruct this as a neocon euphemism designed to avoid saying "dead children and wasted money." Keywords: blood and treasure, [meme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meme.md), neoconservative, [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/19.md) ### 20. TSA Cancer Clusters, Citizen's Dosimeter Patent (1:02:43–1:05:58) Documents released under the Freedom of Information Act reveal concerns about cancer clusters among TSA employees at Logan International Airport. Simultaneously, the Department of Homeland Security has patented a "Citizen's Dosimeter" card to measure radiation exposure. Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [cancer cluster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer-cluster.md), [logan airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logan-airport.md), [dosimeter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dosimeter.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/20.md) ### 21. TSA VIPER Program Expansion, Warrantless Searches (1:05:58–1:07:33) The TSA is requesting funding to expand its VIPER (Visible Intermodal Prevention and Response) teams. These squads conduct random searches at bus stations, train depots, and on highways, which the hosts characterize as an expansion of the police state. Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), viper program, [warrantless search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warrantless-search.md), bus stations, [security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Time Magazine Constitution Cover, War Powers Act (1:07:34–1:10:08) Time Magazine's cover story "One Document Under Siege" questions the relevance of the U.S. Constitution. The hosts argue this is part of a broader push to normalize executive overreach and ignore the War Powers Act in conflicts like Libya. Keywords: [time magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-magazine.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [war powers act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-act.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [executive power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-power.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Obama on Libya Constitutionality, Chuck Todd Question (1:10:09–1:17:18) President Obama dismissed questions from NBC's Chuck Todd regarding the constitutionality of the Libya intervention. Obama characterized the legal debate as "noise" and argued that the limited nature of the operation exempts it from the War Powers Resolution. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [war powers resolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-resolution.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/23.md) ### 24. War Powers Resolution History, Obama's Legal Interpretation (1:17:21–1:22:29) President Obama provided a historical interpretation of the War Powers Resolution, suggesting it was only intended for large-scale commitments like the Vietnam War. He argued that because there are no "boots on the ground" in Libya, no formal congressional authorization is required. Keywords: [war powers resolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-resolution.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), executive authority [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/24.md) ### 25. The Green Zone Movie, Imperial Life in the Emerald City (1:22:30–1:26:37) Adam Curry reviews the movie "The Green Zone" and the book it was based on, "Imperial Life in the Emerald City" by Rajiv Chandrasekaran. The book details the Americanization of Baghdad's Green Zone and the disconnect between U.S. officials and the Iraqi reality. Keywords: the green zone, [matt damon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-damon.md), rajiv chandrasekaran, [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), emerald city [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/25.md) ### 26. 11-11-11 Donation Celebration, Podcast Licenses (1:26:37–1:30:20) The hosts acknowledge a surge in $111.11 donations in anticipation of the date November 11, 2011. They also process several requests for "podcast licenses" and "de-douching" from new and returning donors. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [11-11-11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/11-11-11.md), [podcast license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-license.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donors.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/26.md) ### 27. International Donors, TSA Radioactive Grass Claim (1:30:20–1:35:38) Donations arrive from Switzerland and Australia, including a contribution from the producer managing the Guinness World Record attempt. A donor shares a story about a TSA agent claiming that body scanners emit less radiation than "cutting the grass." Keywords: [switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md), [cancer cluster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer-cluster.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Dame Isabel Pearson, No Agenda Pin-up Calendar (1:35:39–1:40:05) Isabel Pearson, a club DJ from Manchester, England, becomes a donor and expresses interest in a "No Agenda" pin-up calendar. The hosts review her website and praise her as a long-time listener and "hottie" who would be perfect for the project. Keywords: isabel pearson, dj, [manchester](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manchester.md), [damehood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/damehood.md), [calendar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/calendar.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Hot Pockets Tour Logistics, Birthday Shoutouts (1:40:05–1:42:21) The hosts discuss the high cost of fuel for their upcoming RV tour, noting the vehicle gets only eight miles per gallon. They conclude the segment with birthday wishes and karma shots for several listeners and their family members. Keywords: [hot pockets tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets-tour.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [road trip](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/road-trip.md), [fuel economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fuel-economy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Southwest England Tsunami, China Mirage City (1:42:21–1:44:45) A rare "mild tsunami" was reported along the southwest coast of England, which some attribute to underwater landslides. The hosts also discuss a viral video of a "ghost city" mirage appearing over a river in China, speculating on atmospheric phenomena or more exotic explanations. Keywords: [tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsunami.md), [england](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/england.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), mirage, [haarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haarp.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/30.md) ### 31. London UFO Video, HAARP Magnetometer Data (1:44:45–1:47:10) A video purportedly showing UFOs over London in broad daylight is discussed as a potential "Project Blue Beam" psyop. Additionally, the hosts cite HAARP magnetometer data showing extreme activity prior to the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami. Keywords: [ufo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ufo.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [haarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haarp.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Sponsor segment: Seroquel XR Advertisement Analysis, Side Effects (1:47:11–1:49:29) The hosts play and critique a long-form advertisement for Seroquel XR. They highlight the disproportionate amount of time spent listing severe side effects, including increased risk of death in elderly patients, uncontrollable muscle movements, and fatal white blood cell decreases. Keywords: seroquel xr, [astrazeneca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astrazeneca.md), antidepressant, [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [pharmaceutical](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Flu Vaccines for Pregnant Women, Food-Based Vaccines (1:49:29–1:51:57) A new study suggests that flu vaccinations are beneficial for pregnant women, reversing previous medical advice. The hosts also discuss research into "food-based vaccines," such as those delivered via yogurt or drinking water, expressing skepticism about the lack of liability for manufacturers. Keywords: [flu vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-vaccine.md), [pregnancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pregnancy.md), yogurt vaccine, [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), barry marshall [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Rick Perry and Merck, Gardasil Mandate (1:51:57–1:53:47) Texas Governor Rick Perry is criticized for his ties to Merck and his efforts to make the Gardasil (HPV) vaccine mandatory for schoolgirls in Texas. The hosts predict this issue will hinder his potential run for the Republican presidential nomination. Keywords: [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [merck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merck.md), [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [hpv vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv-vaccine.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Lars Heiheim Death, Michael Jackson Estate Profits (1:53:48–1:56:17) Professor Lars Heiheim, a critic of the WHO's swine flu response, reportedly died in a fishing accident in Norway. In other news, court papers reveal that Michael Jackson's estate has generated $310 million in profit since his death, despite him being $400 million in debt when he died. Keywords: lars heiheim, [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [michael jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-jackson.md), [debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md), estate profit [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Gay Softball World Series Heterosexuality Controversy (1:56:19–1:57:58) Five players at the Gay Softball World Series were interrogated about their sexual orientation after being accused of being heterosexual. The committee eventually ruled that three players were "non-gay" and stripped their team of a second-place finish, sparking a debate over discrimination. Keywords: gay softball world series, [discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discrimination.md), heterosexuality, [bisexual](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bisexual.md), [lawsuit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuit.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/36.md) ### 37. State Department Lady Gaga Promotion, Euro Pride (1:57:59–1:59:44) Hillary Clinton's State Department reportedly played an instrumental role in bringing Lady Gaga to perform at a Euro Pride event in Rome. The hosts question why the U.S. government is using diplomatic resources to facilitate commercial performances for pop stars. Keywords: [lady gaga](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lady-gaga.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), euro pride, [rome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rome.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/37.md) ### 38. John Dvorak Spam Box Segment (1:59:44–2:00:41) John Dvorak attempts to start a new segment reading from his email spam box, specifically a "419" scam from a supposed bank manager in Ghana. Adam Curry quickly shuts down the segment, noting that similar bits are common on low-quality top 40 radio. Keywords: [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md), [ghana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghana.md), international commerce bank, [scam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scam.md), [email](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/38.md) ### 39. TSA Security Debate, Errol Southers vs Isaac Yeffet (2:00:41–2:05:49) An NBC segment featured a debate between former TSA nominee Errol Southers and former El Al security head Isaac Yeffet. Yeffet criticized the TSA for searching 95-year-old women in wheelchairs, while Southers defended the agency's "adaptive" methods and warned against "aggressive" passengers. Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), errol southers, isaac yeffet, el al, [profiling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/profiling.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/39.md) ### 40. Pi vs Tau Debate, Grid Frequency Experiment (2:05:49–2:07:40) Mathematicians are campaigning to replace the constant Pi with Tau (6.28), arguing it is a more natural fit for circle properties. Meanwhile, the hosts discuss a proposal to slow down the frequency of the U.S. power grid as a cost-cutting measure. Keywords: [pi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi.md), tau, [mathematics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mathematics.md), [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [frequency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frequency.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/40.md) ### 41. Venezuela Power Shortage, Clock Malfunction History (2:07:40–2:09:28) A 2003 report from Venezuela describes how a power shortage caused the nation's electric clocks to run slow, losing 150 seconds per day. The hosts use this to illustrate the potential consequences of messing with the 60Hz cycle in the United States. Keywords: [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), power shortage, clocks, [frequency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frequency.md), [caracas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caracas.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/41.md) ### 42. Chinese C919 Passenger Jet, Le Bourget Air Show (2:09:28–2:11:15) China's Commercial Aircraft Corporation (COMAC) is marketing the C919 passenger jet as a competitor to the Boeing 737. The hosts note that several international airlines have already placed orders for the single-aisle aircraft. Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), c919, passenger jet, le bourget, [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/42.md) ### 43. New Zealand Prison Smoking Ban, Nicotine Patches (2:11:19–2:13:02) Prisons in New Zealand are implementing a total smoking ban, leading inmates to attempt to smoke nicotine patches and lozenges. The hosts predict this policy will lead to increased tension and potential riots within the correctional facilities. Keywords: [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [prison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prison.md), [smoking ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-ban.md), nicotine patches, [inmates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inmates.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/43.md) ### 44. Missouri River Flooding, Army Corps of Engineers Land Buyouts (2:13:04–2:14:53) The Army Corps of Engineers is offering to buy land from residents affected by Missouri River flooding. The hosts suggest this is a "perfect storm" where the government allows land to flood and then uses the disaster to facilitate land acquisitions under "Agenda 21" policies. Keywords: missouri river, [army corps of engineers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/army-corps-of-engineers.md), [flooding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flooding.md), [agenda 21](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda-21.md), land buyout [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/44.md) ### 45. Taiwanese Blogger Defamation Case, Google Voice Recognition (2:14:53–2:18:04) A Taiwanese food blogger was sentenced to 30 days in jail for writing a negative review of a restaurant. The hosts transition into a discussion about the Google Nexus S phone, testing its voice recognition capabilities for navigating to Hesperian Boulevard in San Leandro. Keywords: [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), [blogger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blogger.md), [defamation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defamation.md), google nexus s, [voice recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-recognition.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/45.md) ### 46. Jared Loughner Competency, Anti-Psychotic Medication (2:18:04–2:19:50) A judge has ordered that Tucson shooter Jared Loughner be forcibly medicated with anti-psychotic drugs to make him competent to stand trial. The hosts express suspicion about the legal and medical ethics of "doping up" a defendant to obtain testimony. Keywords: [jared loughner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-loughner.md), [gabrielle giffords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gabrielle-giffords.md), [anti-psychotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-psychotics.md), competency, [trial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trial.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/46.md) ### 47. E. Coli Outbreak, Egyptian Seeds and Sprouts (2:19:51–2:21:53) The ongoing E. coli outbreak in Europe is being traced back to seeds imported from Egypt. In the U.S., the FDA is warning consumers to avoid evergreen produce sprouts due to salmonella concerns, though the hosts note the confusion between different types of sprouts. Keywords: e coli, [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), sprouts, [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [salmonella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salmonella.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/47.md) ### 48. Tony Blair and Bill Clinton Merchant Bank, Julian Assange Gigs (2:21:55–2:23:23) Tony Blair and Bill Clinton have launched a new merchant bank called Teneo. Meanwhile, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been relegated to the speaking circuit, appearing as a keynote speaker at a summer school for investigative journalism in London. Keywords: [tony blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [teneo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teneo.md), [julian assange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-assange.md), [whistleblowing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/48.md) ### 49. Presidential Lineage, King John Lackland Connection (2:23:23–2:25:04) A 12-year-old girl's genealogy project discovered that 42 of 43 U.S. presidents are related to King John of England, the signer of the Magna Carta. The only exception is Martin Van Buren, whom the hosts briefly discuss regarding his reputation for corruption. Keywords: [genealogy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genealogy.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [george washington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-washington.md), king john, [magna carta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/magna-carta.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/49.md) ### 50. NPR Tech Tuesday Critique, Twitter Programming (2:25:05–2:27:26) The hosts mock a segment from NPR's "Kojo Namdi Show" titled "Tech Tuesday," which focused on reading and discussing Twitter posts. They argue that this represents a decline in the quality of taxpayer-funded programming. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), kojo namdi, [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), tech tuesday, [public radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-radio.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/50.md) ### 51. Michael Bloomberg Gun Control PSA, Adam Gadahn Terrorist Meme (2:27:26–2:37:32) New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg appeared on Fox & Friends to promote a PSA featuring Al-Qaeda spokesperson Adam Gadahn. Bloomberg used the clip to advocate for closing the "gun show loophole," while the hosts argue Gadahn is a "stooge" being used to undermine the Second Amendment. 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