# Two Batteries One Cup

> British authorities consider Egyptian-style internet crackdowns as civil unrest spreads, while domestic drills in West Virginia prepare for a mass migration event from the East Coast.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 329
- **Published:** 2011-08-11
- **Length:** 2h 31m
- **Topics:** UK Riots, [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [Area 51](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/area-51.md), [Gerrymandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerrymandering.md), Gold prices, [MK Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup

## About this episode

Prime Minister David Cameron authorizes the use of plastic bullets as riots across the United Kingdom expose a fractured social family structure and the failures of a pervasive police state. While the New York Times offers limited depth, local reports confirm rioters utilize Blackberry Messenger to bypass police kettling maneuvers, prompting the British government to weigh social media shutdowns similar to those used by Hosni Mubarak. Nigel Farage and writer Darkus Howe offer clashing perspectives on whether the unrest stems from mass criminality or systemic harassment following the police shooting of Mark Duggan.

U.S. Ambassador Susan Rice demands the removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad at the UN Security Council, while PBS NewsHour faces ridicule for airing a Syrian activist's claim that cell phones can be charged using Duracell batteries and a glass of water. In Norway, police officials admit to a one-hour delay in reaching Utøya island during the Anders Behring Breivik massacre, citing a lack of available helicopters. Meanwhile, Ron Paul warns of a bond market bubble and the collapse of the dollar reserve standard as gold prices hit record highs. Chinese authorities have suspended high-speed rail projects following a deadly crash, highlighting the risks of rushed modernization and internal corruption.

John C. Dvorak and Adam Curry broadcast from a sustainable living site in Ohio, engaging in target practice with Glocks and an assault rifle between tour stops. The hosts perform a formal knighting ceremony for top donors Benjamin Caudill and David Lee while debunking the etymology of the word gringo. A vintage computing book from the early PC era makes a surprise appearance, complete with a functional five-and-a-quarter inch floppy disk.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/transcript.md.

### 1. Gitmo Nation, Episode 329 Introduction (0:00–1:31)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open Episode 329 of the No Agenda show on August 11, 2011. The hosts broadcast from Ohio and Silicon Valley, greeting the audience and human resource producers in the chat room. They reference the upcoming date of November 11, 2011, and establish the "Crackpot and Buzzkill" dynamic for the episode.

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), [crackpot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crackpot.md), [buzzkill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzzkill.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/1.md)

### 2. United Kingdom Riots, Social Structure Collapse (1:33–9:43)

Civil unrest and riots across the United Kingdom dominate the news cycle, though the hosts note a lack of depth in New York Times coverage. The discussion attributes the violence to a broken social family structure, austerity measures, and a pervasive police state characterized by constant stop-and-search tactics. Prime Minister David Cameron authorizes the use of plastic bullets while reports surface of rioters using Blackberry Messenger to coordinate and avoid police "kettling" maneuvers.

Keywords: [london riots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london-riots.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), chavs, [police state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-state.md), [kettling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kettling.md), [blackberry messenger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackberry-messenger.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Nigel Farage, Class Warfare, No-Fly Zone Proposal (9:43–13:46)

Nigel Farage describes the London riots as mass criminality on an unimaginable scale during an interview. The hosts analyze the situation as a symptom of class warfare and a lack of future for British youth. In a satirical turn, the discussion suggests NATO should implement a no-fly zone over the UK, echoing Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's comments regarding Western hypocrisy.

Keywords: [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [class warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/class-warfare.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [no-fly zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-fly-zone.md), [ahmadinejad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ahmadinejad.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Darkus Howe, BBC Interview, Police Harassment (13:47–18:43)

Writer Darkus Howe challenges a BBC interviewer regarding the root causes of the London riots, citing the police shooting of Mark Duggan and systemic harassment of young people. Howe argues that the riots are a reaction to a police state where citizens are constantly searched and monitored by CCTVs. The hosts observe that the mainstream media is already beginning to downplay the story.

Keywords: darkus howe, [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), mark duggan, stop and search, [police state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-state.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Social Media Crackdown, Corporate Cooperation with Police (18:43–22:17)

Prime Minister David Cameron discusses working with intelligence services and tech companies like RIM and Google to restrict social media use during periods of unrest. The hosts compare these potential internet shutdowns to tactics used by former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. The segment highlights the irony of Western governments praising social media during the Arab Spring while condemning it when used by their own frustrated citizens.

Keywords: rim, [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [cctv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cctv.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Executive Producer Credits, 333 Club Donations (22:19–25:35)

The hosts acknowledge high-tier donors and executive producers, including Benjamin Caudill, David Lee, and Sir Dwayne Melançon. A donation of $666.66 is noted alongside a request for "karma" for a family member involved in a motorcycle accident. The segment reinforces the value-for-value model of the show through listener-supported credits.

Keywords: benjamin caudill, david lee, [dwayne melancon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwayne-melancon.md), peter snakes, [333 club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/333-club.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Ohio Meetup, Sustainable Living, Hot Pockets Tour (25:37–29:17)

The 2011 tour continues in Ohio, hosted by Brian and Susie Morris, who are described as living nearly off the grid. The hosts discuss the couple's sustainable lifestyle, including gardening, canning, and building a custom kit trailer from 1947 plans. Additional domain name contributions from listeners are mentioned as part of the show's community engagement.

Keywords: brian morris, susie morris, [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [sustainable living](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sustainable-living.md), [hot pockets tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets-tour.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Barack Obama, 2004 Illinois Senate Race Scandal (29:17–33:47)

A discussion regarding Barack Obama's political rise in Illinois focuses on the 2004 Senate race against Jack Ryan. The hosts recount how the release of Ryan's divorce records involving actress Jeri Ryan led to a sex club scandal that derailed his campaign. The segment also touches on Obama's transition from being called "Barry" to "Barack" as a marketing strategy.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [jack ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-ryan.md), jerry ryan, [rahm emanuel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rahm-emanuel.md), [chicago tribune](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago-tribune.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Facebook Photo Restrictions, American Gothic Parody (33:48–37:11)

The hosts express frustration with Facebook's interface, specifically the inability to easily save photos due to Flash animations. They describe a parody photo of the hosts and their companions recreating the "American Gothic" painting. The segment transitions into praise for the hospitality and home-cooked food provided by their Ohio hosts.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), american gothic, [mickey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mickey.md), [photography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photography.md), flash animation

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Target Practice, Firearms, East Coast Tour Schedule (37:12–40:51)

During the Ohio stop, the hosts participate in target practice at an outdoor shooting range using Glocks and an assault rifle. They describe the experience as a common local activity and note the upcoming tour dates in Pennsylvania, Boston, New York, and Washington D.C.

Keywords: [glock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glock.md), [assault rifle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assault-rifle.md), target practice, [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [shooting range](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shooting-range.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/10.md)

### 11. John C. Dvorak, Vintage Computing Books (40:52–42:31)

A listener brings an original copy of one of John C. Dvorak's early computing books to a meetup, complete with a five-and-a-quarter inch floppy disk. Dvorak reflects on his prolific output of technical books during the early PC era and the durability of old magnetic media.

Keywords: [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [windows](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows.md), [floppy disk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/floppy-disk.md), vintage computing, [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Gringo Etymology, Green Uniform Myth (42:32–44:57)

The hosts debate the origin of the word "gringo," debunking a popular myth that it originated from Mexicans shouting "Green go home" at U.S. soldiers. Research suggests the U.S. Army wore blue uniforms during the 1840s, and the term likely derives from an old Spanish slang word for "Greek" used to describe anyone who did not speak Spanish.

Keywords: gringo, [etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), mexican-american war, [military uniforms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-uniforms.md), [slang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slang.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Al Sharpton, MSNBC Teleprompter Struggles (44:59–49:15)

Al Sharpton's performance as a host on MSNBC is criticized, specifically his difficulty reading a teleprompter during a segment on Wisconsin protests. The discussion expands to include Jesse Jackson and ACORN, alleging that these figures and organizations use protest tactics to extort donations from corporations.

Keywords: [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), [jesse jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jesse-jackson.md), [acorn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acorn.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Congressional Page Program, Mark Foley Scandal (49:19–51:09)

The House of Representatives abruptly terminates its 100-year-old page program, while the Senate maintains its version. The hosts speculate on the true reasons for the closure, referencing the 2006 Mark Foley scandal involving sexually explicit messages to pages and suggesting deeper issues of misconduct on Capitol Hill.

Keywords: congressional pages, mark foley, pedo-bear, [capitol hill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitol-hill.md), [house of representatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-representatives.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Susan Rice, Syria, UN Security Council (51:09–56:09)

U.S. Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice calls for the removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, stating he has lost legitimacy. The hosts analyze Rice's rhetoric and body language during press briefings, noting the difficulty of navigating the official United Nations website. They suggest the focus on Syria may be a distraction from domestic issues in other nations.

Keywords: [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), state.gov

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/15.md)

### 16. PBS NewsHour, Syrian Cell Phone Charging Hoax (56:09–1:00:41)

A PBS NewsHour segment featuring a Syrian activist is mocked for presenting a scientifically impossible method for charging cell phones using a glass of water and two Duracell batteries. The hosts use this as an example of media gullibility. A brief tangent follows regarding a "gag" advice to shave with butter for a smoother finish.

Keywords: [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [usb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usb.md), butter shave

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Norway Police, Oslo Massacre Response Failure (1:00:42–1:02:15)

Norwegian police admit to taking a longer route to Utøya island during the Anders Behring Breivik massacre, resulting in a delay of over an hour. The hosts compare the tactical failure to the "Keystone Cops" and question why GPS or helicopters were not utilized more effectively to reach the 69 victims.

Keywords: [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [oslo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oslo.md), anders behring breivik, [keystone cops](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keystone-cops.md), [google maps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-maps.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Economic Depression Warnings, Euro Failure Predictions (1:02:15–1:04:24)

Financial analysts on CNBC and other networks warn of a looming global depression rather than a simple recession. One analyst predicts the eventual failure of the Euro due to cultural and financial disparities within the European Union, suggesting the Deutsche Mark may return as a reserve currency.

Keywords: [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [depression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression.md), [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md), [recession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recession.md), [reserve currency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reserve-currency.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/18.md)

### 19. CNN Breaking News, Diana Nyad Swim Interruption (1:04:24–1:07:32)

CNN is criticized for interrupting a serious interview regarding the S&P credit rating downgrade to provide "breaking news" about marathon swimmer Diana Nyad. The hosts mock the network for prioritizing details about Nyad's physical ailments and vomiting over critical global financial news.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), diana nyad, [s&p downgrade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/s-p-downgrade.md), marathon swimming

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Ron Paul, Gold Prices, Dollar Reserve Standard (1:07:33–1:10:54)

Ron Paul discusses the rising price of gold and the potential collapse of the dollar reserve standard on CNN. Paul argues that the real bubble is in the bond market and that the devaluation of the dollar is a worldwide phenomenon. The hosts debate the merits of holding gold versus selling it as it reaches record highs.

Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md), [bonds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bonds.md), [fiat currency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fiat-currency.md), [swiss franc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swiss-franc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/20.md)

### 21. China High-Speed Rail, Corruption and Safety (1:10:55–1:14:14)

Following a deadly train crash, Chinese authorities suspend new railway projects and reduce bullet train speeds to conduct safety checks. The hosts use this as a counter-argument to domestic calls for high-speed rail in the U.S., citing corruption and rushed modernization in China as cautionary tales.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md), safety checks, [architecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/architecture.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Bill Maher, Climate Change, Political Fractal (1:14:15–1:17:28)

The hosts observe a shift in Bill Maher's rhetoric regarding climate change and Keynesian economics. They suggest Maher is experiencing a "fractal" moment where his audience may turn on him if he deviates from established liberal narratives, referencing his previous career setbacks following controversial 9/11 comments.

Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [evolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evolution.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), political incorrect

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Al Gore, Climate Reality, Profanity-Laced Speech (1:17:29–1:19:23)

Al Gore is heard in a recording using profanity to dismiss climate change skeptics and "pseudo-scientists." The hosts discuss the context of the recording and Gore's aggressive stance on the "settled science" of man-made CO2 emissions.

Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [climate reality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-reality.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [profanity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/profanity.md), pseudo-scientists

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/23.md)

### 24. American Spring, Al Gore on Current TV (1:19:24–1:23:11)

Al Gore appears on Current TV to call for an "American Spring" similar to the Arab Spring, while criticizing the Tea Party as a movement funded by right-wing billionaires. The hosts note Gore's return to the public eye following personal scandals and link his appearance to the promotion of his new "Climate Reality" project.

Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [current tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/current-tv.md), american spring, [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [koch brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/koch-brothers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/24.md)

### 25. George Will, American Exceptionalism, Constitutional Restraints (1:23:12–1:29:47)

On the Charlie Rose show, George Will defines American exceptionalism as the creation of a government designed to get out of the way of individual liberty. Will contrasts the Madisonian view of a "safe" government full of blocking mechanisms with the progressive agenda of Woodrow Wilson, who sought a more "nimble" and efficient federal power. The hosts agree with Will's assessment that the Constitution was intended to block government action rather than facilitate it.

Keywords: [george will](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-will.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [woodrow wilson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woodrow-wilson.md), [james madison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-madison.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Gerrymandering, Political Polarization, Safe Seats (1:29:47–1:34:26)

A historical analysis explains how the perfection of computer-aided gerrymandering has eliminated political overlap and bipartisanship in Congress. By creating "safe" districts for incumbents, representatives only fear challenges from their own party's extremes. The hosts argue that this systemic corruption, rather than the Constitution itself, is the cause of modern political dysfunction.

Keywords: [gerrymandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerrymandering.md), [bipartisanship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bipartisanship.md), [lyndon johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyndon-johnson.md), [civil rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-rights.md), [redistricting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/redistricting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/26.md)

### 27. West Virginia, Mass Migration Drill (1:34:26–1:36:08)

The Department of Homeland Security conducts a drill in West Virginia to prepare for a potential mass migration of people from the East Coast. Local officials test communication systems, including ham radios, to ensure readiness for a large-scale emergency that would force citizens into rural mountainous areas.

Keywords: [west virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-virginia.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [mass migration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mass-migration.md), emergency drill, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Azerbaijan, Natural Disaster Drills, Iran Prediction (1:36:09–1:42:07)

A military source reports that the U.S. has been conducting drills in Azerbaijan for two years, simulating natural disasters like earthquakes or floods. The hosts theorize that a manufactured disaster could serve as a pretext for a NATO intervention if Iran were framed for an attack during the chaos. A formal prediction is entered into the show's record regarding an "earthquake machine" event.

Keywords: [azerbaijan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/azerbaijan.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [earthquake machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake-machine.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Donor Acknowledgments, Adios Mofos, Quant T-Shirts (1:42:17–1:52:01)

The hosts read a long list of donations and thank-you notes from listeners, including a child's recording of the "Adios Mofos" jingle. Gifts mentioned include Rick Perry-themed t-shirts and a shirt featuring the mathematical formula used by "quants" to value mortgage-backed securities, which is blamed for the 2008 economic collapse.

Keywords: [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [adios mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md), quants, [mortgage-backed securities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mortgage-backed-securities.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Top Gear, Nissan Leaf, Media Manipulation (1:52:01–1:53:44)

The BBC show Top Gear is accused of staging a segment to make the Nissan Leaf electric car appear unreliable by starting a race with a partially depleted battery. Host Jeremy Clarkson reportedly defended the manipulation as "how television works." The hosts compare this to a previous controversy involving Tesla.

Keywords: [top gear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/top-gear.md), [nissan leaf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nissan-leaf.md), [jeremy clarkson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-clarkson.md), [electric cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-cars.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Knighting Ceremony, 333 Coin, New Titles (1:53:44–1:56:32)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak perform a formal knighting ceremony for top donors Benjamin Caudill, David Lee, and Janice Kang. The hosts promote the new "333 coin" and update the traditional "Hookers and Blow" sign-off to "Booze and Hot Pants."

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [roundtable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundtable.md), sir benjamin caudill, sir david lee, black dame janice kang

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/31.md)

### 32. The Hurt Locker, Osama bin Laden Movie Controversy (1:56:33–1:59:55)

Director Kathryn Bigelow faces criticism for her upcoming film about the raid that killed Osama bin Laden, with Representative Peter King expressing concern over classified leaks. The Pentagon confirms a long-standing "Hollywood liaison" office exists to assist filmmakers with military projects, raising questions about government-sponsored propaganda.

Keywords: kathryn bigelow, [the hurt locker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-hurt-locker.md), [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [peter king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-king.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Pakistani News, Bin Laden Raid Discrepancies (1:59:57–2:02:20)

A Pakistani witness near the Abbottabad compound claims that no one was taken from the site of the Bin Laden raid because the only helicopter that landed crashed. The hosts discuss discrepancies in the official narrative and investigate the background of journalist Nicholas Schmidl, who wrote a detailed account of the mission.

Keywords: [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [abbottabad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbottabad.md), [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [helicopter crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helicopter-crash.md), [nicholas schmidl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicholas-schmidl.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Chinook Crash, Vimana Theory, Russian Intelligence (2:02:21–2:06:40)

Following the deaths of 22 Navy SEALs in a Chinook helicopter crash in Afghanistan, the hosts present an alternative theory involving the discovery of a "Vimana"—an ancient flying craft. Citing purported Russian intelligence, the discussion suggests the helicopters were obliterated by an ancient power source rather than shot down by an RPG.

Keywords: [navy seals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy-seals.md), [chinook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chinook.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), vimana, ancient technology

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Falcon HTV-2, Hypersonic Flight Test, Lost Contact (2:06:41–2:11:25)

The U.S. Air Force launches the Falcon HTV-2, an unmanned hypersonic aircraft capable of traveling at 20 times the speed of sound, from Vandenberg Air Force Base. Ground crews lose contact with the craft shortly after separation from its Minotaur rocket. The hosts speculate on the craft's true destination and purpose.

Keywords: falcon htv-2, [vandenberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vandenberg.md), hypersonic, [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), minotaur rocket

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Fluoridation Lawsuit, Southern California Water (2:11:26–2:14:12)

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California faces a lawsuit for using hydrofluorosilicic acid in its water fluoridation program. The hosts describe the substance as an unapproved, corrosive, and poisonous acid, linking it to their ongoing concerns about the "drugging" of the American population.

Keywords: [fluoride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fluoride.md), [southern california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-california.md), hydrofluorosilicic acid, [lawsuit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuit.md), poisonous

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Michelle Obama, Let's Move Campaign, Bullying (2:14:15–2:17:26)

Critics argue that First Lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" campaign inadvertently targets and marginalizes children with "higher body weight." The segment suggests that the focus on eliminating childhood obesity provides a social license for bullying and psychological distress among children.

Keywords: [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [let's move](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/let-s-move.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullying.md), body weight

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Area 51, Annie Jacobsen, Nazi Technology Hoax (2:17:27–2:21:32)

Author Annie Jacobsen's book on Area 51 proposes that the 1947 Roswell crash was actually a Soviet hoax involving Nazi-designed aircraft and surgically altered children. According to Jacobsen's source, Joseph Stalin intended to create a "War of the Worlds" style panic in the United States to demonstrate superior psychological warfare capabilities.

Keywords: [area 51](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/area-51.md), annie jacobsen, [roswell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roswell.md), [stalin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stalin.md), nazi technology

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/38.md)

### 39. MK Ultra, Human Experimentation, Fort Detrick (2:21:33–2:28:50)

The discussion turns to documented instances of government-led human experimentation, including the injection of plutonium into children and the CIA's MK Ultra program. The hosts explore theories regarding the origins of AIDS at Fort Detrick and the use of biological agents as weapons, citing various declassified documents and historical reports.

Keywords: [mk ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md), [human experimentation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-experimentation.md), [plutonium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plutonium.md), [fort detrick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-detrick.md), [aids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aids.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Episode 329 Outro, Sign-off (2:28:51–2:31:06)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak conclude the episode from their respective locations in Ohio and California. They remind listeners to support the show's value-for-value model and announce the next broadcast for Sunday.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md)

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