# Lions Stood Still

> A seismic event at the NSA epicenter and a staged revolution in Tripoli reveal the high-stakes machinery of modern psychological warfare and global regime change.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 333
- **Published:** 2011-08-25
- **Length:** 2h 23m
- **Topics:** Virginia Earthquake, Libya PsyOp, Secret Fed Loans, CERN CLOUD, Narrative Science, [Gaddafi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaddafi.md), Bering Strait Tunnel
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still

## About this episode

A rare 5.8 magnitude earthquake centered near the NSA headquarters in Virginia has sparked intense speculation regarding the use of directed energy weapons and seismic triggers. The Pentagon evacuation and total cellular signal loss across major carriers coincided with a massive psychological operation surrounding the Libyan conflict. This event is framed as a potential retaliatory strike in a proxy war between the United States and China over global resource dominance.

NATO forces are accused of staging a 'Wag the Dog' style revolution in Tripoli, with reports suggesting Al Jazeera utilized a replica of Green Square in Qatar to broadcast fabricated celebratory footage. The International Criminal Court faced scrutiny after Saif al-Islam Gaddafi appeared in public following false reports of his capture. Meanwhile, Standard & Poor's president Devin Sharma resigned following a U.S. debt downgrade, replaced by Citigroup executive Douglas Peterson amidst revelations of $1.2 trillion in secret Federal Reserve loans to major banking institutions. In the UK, the death of Conservative chairman Christopher Shale remains shrouded in mystery as toxicology reports are withheld, contrasting with the rapid release of data following the death of Amy Winehouse.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak celebrate their 333rd episode milestone by knighted Sir Jordan Wyatt while dissecting the 'Matrix' reality of the Washington DC elite. The duo examines the absurdity of Amtrak spending $450 million to save ninety seconds of travel time and the hygiene risks of grimy burlap bags replacing plastic in Los Angeles. From the 'Hot Pockets' tour wrap-up to the missing gold coin in the RV, the hosts maintain their signature value-for-value perspective on a world of automated news and space wars.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/transcript.md.

### 1. Episode 333 Anniversary, Paper Anniversary Milestone (0:00–1:42)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the 333rd episode of the No Agenda show from their respective locations in Southern California and Silicon Valley. They celebrate the milestone, jokingly referring to it as a "paper anniversary" and reflecting on the longevity of the broadcast.

Keywords: episode 333, [hilltop watchtower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hilltop-watchtower.md), [crackpot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crackpot.md), [buzzkill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzzkill.md), paper anniversary, [southern california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-california.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Virginia Earthquake, NSA Epicenter, DC Evacuation (1:43–8:27)

A rare 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Virginia on August 23, 2011, with an epicenter near Culpeper and the NSA headquarters. Experiences from the 8th floor of a Washington DC hotel describe unusual vertical "up-and-down" movement rather than typical rolling. Mayor Bloomberg held a press conference in New York City, and the Pentagon was evacuated as people flooded the streets despite risks of falling debris.

Keywords: virginia earthquake, [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), culpeper, [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), mayor bloomberg, [washington monument](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-monument.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Earthquake Machine Theory, Directed Energy Weapons, Libya PsyOps (8:28–11:06)

Claims suggest the Virginia and Colorado earthquakes were not natural events but were triggered by a mechanism or "earthquake machine." This theory cites the shallow depth of the quakes and their proximity to sensitive military installations. The timing is linked to a massive psychological operations campaign regarding the overthrow of the Libyan government.

Keywords: [earthquake machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake-machine.md), [william cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-cohen.md), [directed energy weapon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directed-energy-weapon.md), [psyops](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psyops.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/3.md)

### 4. China Proxy War, Peru Earthquake Retaliation, Cell Signal Outages (11:07–13:12)

The conflict in Libya is framed as a proxy war between the United States and China over resource control. Speculation suggests the U.S. earthquakes were Chinese "zaps" targeting intelligence hubs, followed by a retaliatory 6.7 magnitude earthquake at Chinese-owned copper mines in Peru. Total cell phone signal loss on AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile during the East Coast quake is cited as evidence of a potential EMP or directed energy weapon.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [peru](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peru.md), copper mines, [emp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emp.md), [at&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), [t-mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-mobile.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Libyan Conflict Media Staging, Al Jazeera, Green Square Replica (13:12–19:02)

Media coverage of the Libyan revolution is characterized as a "Wag the Dog" style disinformation campaign using looped B-roll and staged footage. Reports suggest Al Jazeera, allegedly an MI6-funded outlet, built a replica of Tripoli's Green Square in Doha, Qatar, to film fake celebratory scenes. Discrepancies in architectural details and professional studio lighting in "live" shots support claims of a massive setup.

Keywords: [al jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), [sky news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sky-news.md), green square, [doha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doha.md), [wag the dog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wag-the-dog.md), [mi6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mi6.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/5.md)

### 6. NATO Regime Change, Oil Contracts, Saif al-Islam Gaddafi (19:03–22:13)

Analysis of the Libyan intervention highlights it as a NATO-enforced regime change designed to shift oil contracts from China and Brazil to Western interests. The International Criminal Court and mainstream media were caught in a lie after claiming Saif al-Islam Gaddafi had been captured, only for him to appear freely in public shortly after. The strategy is compared to the "Bush domino agenda" being implemented by the Obama administration.

Keywords: [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [jeremy scahill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-scahill.md), oil contracts, saif al-islam, [international criminal court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-criminal-court.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/6.md)

### 7. State Terrorism Claims, Arab Spring, Israel-Palestine Context (22:14–24:43)

Critics argue that NATO's actions in Libya and Afghanistan constitute state terrorism under the guise of protecting civilians. There are claims that the West seeks to maintain political turmoil in the region to prevent a unified Arab focus on common enemies like Israel. Muammar Gaddafi previously stated that Libyan resistance was a defense for Syria and Iran against future NATO intervention.

Keywords: state terrorism, [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Libyan Rebel Aesthetics, Movie Set Observations, Condoleezza Rice (24:42–28:03)

Observations of Libyan rebels suggest they appear like actors on a movie set, wearing clean clothes and celebrating with fireworks not typically found in war zones. Media reports from inside Gaddafi's compound highlighted a photo album of Condoleezza Rice and a shrine to his deceased daughter to portray him as eccentric. The footage is compared to the film "Wag the Dog," suggesting a recycled script for regime change.

Keywords: [libyan rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libyan-rebels.md), [b-roll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/b-roll.md), [condoleezza rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/condoleezza-rice.md), [saddam hussein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saddam-hussein.md), movie set, [fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Gaddafi Pervert Narrative, Ukrainian Nurses, Beauty Pageants (28:03–29:38)

Mainstream media and pundits have labeled Muammar Gaddafi a "pervert," citing WikiLeaks documents about his four voluptuous Ukrainian nurses. Speculation suggests that if Gaddafi flees to Venezuela, President Hugo Chavez might put him in charge of beauty pageants. This narrative is viewed as a character assassination attempt following failed stories about soldiers using Viagra.

Keywords: [muammar gaddafi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muammar-gaddafi.md), ukrainian nurses, [hugo chavez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hugo-chavez.md), [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), pervert

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Ukrainian Models Aside, Female Bodyguards (29:44–32:23)

A brief discussion questions why traveling with attractive Ukrainian nurses makes a world leader a "pervert," noting that these women are often highly trained bodyguards. The segment also dismisses previous media claims about Gaddafi supplying his troops with Viagra for sexual assault as a failed propaganda point.

Keywords: ukrainian models, [bodyguards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bodyguards.md), [viagra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viagra.md), hoover institute, fouad ajami

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Washington DC Elites, The Newseum, Matrix Reality (32:25–34:47)

A personal anecdote about visiting family in Washington DC illustrates the disconnect of the political elite, who rely entirely on the New York Times and Washington Post for their reality. The "Newseum" is criticized as a propaganda tool sponsored by intelligence-linked figures. This social bubble is compared to the "Blue Pill" reality in The Matrix, where people choose ignorance over uncomfortable truths.

Keywords: [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [christopher buckley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christopher-buckley.md), [newseum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newseum.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [the matrix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-matrix.md), [red pill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-pill.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Prison Labor Furniture, DC Schools, Martin Luther King Statue (34:47–37:58)

A discussion reveals that much of the dormitory furniture in U.S. universities is manufactured by prison labor. Observations of Washington DC include the failing school system outside the "Green Zone" and the new Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, which was sculpted by a Chinese artist. Rumors about the Washington Monument leaning or the Reflection Pool being drained due to the earthquake are addressed.

Keywords: [prison labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prison-labor.md), [tufts university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tufts-university.md), [martin luther king jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-luther-king-jr.md), [washington monument](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-monument.md), reflection pool

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Arianne Scout Drones, Rebel Technology, Tactical Gear (37:58–40:20)

The Arianne Scout Micro UAV is being marketed through PR videos highlighting its use by Libyan rebels to coordinate resistance. The three-pound robotic reconnaissance system uses a touchscreen interface rather than joysticks, allowing for rapid deployment. This high-tech equipment contrasts sharply with footage of rebels in sandals shooting AK-47s aimlessly.

Keywords: arianne scout, [uav](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uav.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [libyan rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libyan-rebels.md), [touchscreen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/touchscreen.md), [ak-47](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ak-47.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/13.md)

### 14. New York Times Symbolic Photos, Boots on the Ground, Great Man-Made River (40:21–43:00)

A New York Times photo of Gaddafi with Bashar al-Assad is interpreted as a symbolic "handover" of media focus from Libya to Syria. Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations has officially called for "boots on the ground" in Libya for peacekeeping. Meanwhile, British SAS forces are reportedly leading the hunt for Gaddafi, while his "Great Man-Made River" remains a vital strategic water resource.

Keywords: [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [richard haass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-haass.md), [council on foreign relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/council-on-foreign-relations.md), man-made river, [sas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sas.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/14.md)

### 15. White House Insider, Obama's Work Habits, Valerie Jarrett (43:00–47:05)

Reports from a "White House Insider" via the blogger Ulsterman claim President Obama is largely removed from daily governance, spending hours in a study wearing flip-flops and watching sports. The account suggests Valerie Jarrett and Bill Daley run the administration while the President receives briefings limited to 15 minutes. The insider also claims Obama continues to smoke in the West Wing using smokeless ashtrays.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), valerie jrett, [bill daley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-daley.md), [white house insider](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-insider.md), ulsterman, [smoking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Obama Beach Photos, Physical Appearance, Global Scenario Recap (47:06–48:40)

Speculation arises regarding the authenticity of photos showing a muscular President Obama on the beach, suggesting they may have been photoshopped to project strength similar to Vladimir Putin. The hosts recap the "novel-like" global scenario involving Libyan psyops, intelligence-hub earthquakes, and the U.S. empire's manipulation of NATO.

Keywords: [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), beach photos, [photoshop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photoshop.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), flavor flav, [empire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/empire.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/16.md)

### 17. War Costs, Taxpayer Money, Rebel Combat Footage (48:40–51:38)

The cost of U.S. operations in Libya is officially estimated at $896 million, though internal documents suggest it will exceed $2.3 billion. Footage of rebels firing expensive 50-caliber rounds into the air from pickup trucks is criticized as a waste of taxpayer-funded ammunition. The combat style is compared to "Mad Max" or action movies starring Denzel Washington.

Keywords: [war costs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-costs.md), [taxpayer money](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxpayer-money.md), [50 caliber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/50-caliber.md), pickup trucks, [mad max](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-max.md), [denzel washington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denzel-washington.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Executive Producer Credits, 333 Club, Donation Segment (51:38–59:15)

The hosts thank the "Dual Producers" and Executive Producers who contributed to the 333rd episode. Notable donors include Allen Thompson, Michael Kearns, and Oscar Nadal. A new "Magic Knight," Jordan Wyatt, is introduced, representing the southernmost vegan organization in New Zealand. The segment emphasizes the value-for-value model and the importance of listener support to remain independent of corporate influence.

Keywords: [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [333 club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/333-club.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), vegan society, [podcast license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-license.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Jean Chrétien, Iraq War Dissent, Oil vs. Zimbabwe (59:23–1:04:35)

Former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien reflects on his decision not to join the Iraq War, despite pressure from Tony Blair. Chrétien famously pointed out the hypocrisy of invading Iraq for being a dictatorship while ignoring Robert Mugabe in Zimbabwe, noting that Zimbabwe lacked oil. He criticizes the American media for failing to report the blunt reality of these geopolitical motivations.

Keywords: jean chretien, [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [tony blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blair.md), [robert mugabe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mugabe.md), [zimbabwe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zimbabwe.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Parliamentary Question Period, Rigged UK System, 48-Hour Notice (1:04:36–1:06:49)

A comparison between the Canadian and British parliamentary systems reveals that the UK's "Prime Minister's Questions" is largely a staged performance. Unlike in Canada, where questions are unscripted, the British Prime Minister receives 48 hours' notice of questions and can select which ones to answer. This revelation suggests the televised debates on C-SPAN are a "charade" rather than true accountability.

Keywords: [parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parliament.md), [house of commons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-commons.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), question period, [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Fareed Zakaria, Anti-Constitutionalism, Parliamentary System Advocacy (1:06:52–1:13:40)

CNN host Fareed Zakaria is criticized for advocating that the United States adopt a parliamentary system to overcome political "paralysis." Zakaria argues that the American system of checks and balances is cumbersome and that the executive should have more control over the legislature. The hosts label this perspective "anti-constitutionalist" and treasonous, suggesting it aligns with an elite agenda to dismantle U.S. governance.

Keywords: [fareed zakaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fareed-zakaria.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [parliamentary system](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parliamentary-system.md), [s&p downgrade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/s-p-downgrade.md), [filibuster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/filibuster.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Standard & Poor's Resignation, Citigroup, Secret Fed Loans (1:13:41–1:16:50)

Devin Sharma, the president of Standard & Poor's, resigned shortly after the firm downgraded U.S. government debt. He is being replaced by Douglas Peterson, a top executive from Citigroup. This move follows reports that the Federal Reserve provided $1.2 trillion in secret loans to major banks like Citigroup and Bank of America, a story largely ignored by mainstream news.

Keywords: [standard & poor's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/standard-poor-s.md), devin sharma, [citigroup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citigroup.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), secret loans

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Christopher Shale Death, Toxicology Reports, Amy Winehouse (1:16:50–1:18:33)

Questions remain regarding the death of Conservative Party chairman Christopher Shale, who was found dead at the Glastonbury festival in June 2011. While Amy Winehouse's toxicology report was released quickly after her death, Shale's results have not been made public. The delay is linked to the "Chipping Norton set" involving David Cameron and the Murdoch media empire.

Keywords: christopher shale, [glastonbury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glastonbury.md), [amy winehouse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-winehouse.md), [toxicology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toxicology.md), [rebecca brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebecca-brooks.md), [murdoch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/murdoch.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Mandatory National Service, Section 6104, Youth Riots (1:18:33–1:21:44)

Legislation regarding mandatory national service for young people is surfacing in both the U.S. and the UK. Critics compare these initiatives to "Brown Shirt" armies or state-mandated slave labor. The movement is seen as a response to youth unemployment and recent riots, aiming to force "volunteerism" and obedience among the youth.

Keywords: [national service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-service.md), section 6104, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), [brown shirts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brown-shirts.md), [volunteerism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volunteerism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/24.md)

### 25. FEMA Camps, Ron Paul, Race Riots Theory (1:21:44–1:25:16)

Ron Paul addressed concerns about HR 645, a bill involving the establishment of emergency centers, which some fear are "FEMA camps" for American citizens. Theories from the "White House Insider" suggest the Obama administration may incite race riots to maintain power in 2012. Similar "orchestrated" riots in the UK are cited as examples of psychological warfare used to scare the elite and the public.

Keywords: [fema camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-camps.md), [hr 645](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hr-645.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [race riots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/race-riots.md), chicago mob, [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/25.md)

### 26. China Music Ban, Lady Gaga, Illuminati Mind Control (1:25:17–1:29:30)

The Chinese government has banned over 100 songs by artists like Lady Gaga and Beyonce, citing "poor taste." The hosts support the ban, claiming these pop stars are "Illuminati-backed mind-controlling drones" whose videos are filled with occult symbolism. An anecdote about Tommy Mottola's treatment of Michael Jackson is used to illustrate the lack of autonomy pop stars have within the record industry.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [lady gaga](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lady-gaga.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [illuminati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illuminati.md), [mind control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mind-control.md), tommy mottola

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Alzheimer's Drug Repurposing, Leukine Patent, Pharmaceutical Industry (1:29:32–1:32:09)

The drug Leukine, originally for rheumatoid arthritis, is being promoted as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease. This "discovery" coincides with the drug's patent expiration in 2012. The hosts argue this is a common pharmaceutical industry tactic to repatent old drugs for new uses to prevent generic competition and maintain high prices.

Keywords: [alzheimer's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alzheimer-s.md), leukine, [rheumatoid arthritis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rheumatoid-arthritis.md), [patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patent.md), [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md), pat summit

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Texas Immunization Registry, Rick Perry, Vaccine Mandates (1:32:09–1:38:47)

The Texas Department of State Health Services is promoting "ImTrac," an immunization registry for adults. Critics link this to Governor Rick Perry and suggest it is a precursor to mandatory adult vaccinations. The registry's consent form allows data sharing with schools, state agencies, and insurance companies, potentially leading to higher premiums or denied coverage for those who refuse vaccines.

Keywords: [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), imtrac, [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance.md), [hpv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/28.md)

### 29. BBC Cancer Documentary, Oral Sex, Gardasil Sales Pitch (1:38:47–1:42:20)

Actress Jamie Winstone hosted a BBC documentary claiming one can "catch cancer" through oral sex via the HPV virus. The segment is criticized as a paid propaganda piece for the pharmaceutical industry to expand the market for the Gardasil vaccine to boys. The hosts describe the documentary as a "sales job" designed to get taxpayers to fund expensive, unnecessary shots.

Keywords: [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), jamie winstone, [hpv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv.md), [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [oral sex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oral-sex.md), [cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Listener Donations, Karma Requests, Birthday Shoutouts (1:42:22–1:50:04)

A lengthy segment features listener donations and requests for "karma" to help with various personal issues, including health problems and legal battles with the tax man. Donors from Iowa, Austria, Australia, and Mexico are acknowledged. The hosts also provide birthday shoutouts for listeners' children and family members, maintaining the show's community connection.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [davenport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davenport.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [mexico city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico-city.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Hot Pockets Tour Wrap, Lost Gold Coin, Value-for-Value (1:50:04–1:54:58)

The hosts reflect on the successful "Hot Pockets Tour" and thank producers who met them in DC. A personal loss is reported: a velvet bag containing a one-ounce gold coin and rare challenge coins went missing from the RV. The segment concludes with a plea for continued donations, noting that the show is the hosts' primary job and operates without commercial interruptions.

Keywords: [hot pockets tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets-tour.md), [stroopwafels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stroopwafels.md), gold coin, [challenge coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coin.md), [rv travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rv-travel.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/31.md)

### 32. 333 Club Donor Roll Call (1:54:59–1:57:25)

In honor of the 333rd episode, the hosts read a comprehensive list of every producer who has donated exactly $333 to the show over the past several months. This "roll call" serves as the official credit for the episode, acknowledging the financial support that keeps the program running during the "dog days of summer."

Keywords: [333 club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/333-club.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md), [roll call](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roll-call.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [support](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/support.md), [credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credits.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Narrative Science, Automated News, XBRL Data (1:57:25–1:59:50)

Narrative Science is a company that uses algorithms to transform structured data, such as SEC filings in XBRL format, into high-quality news stories without human authors. The hosts warn that much of the news read by teleprompter anchors is actually generated by these cost-effective "storytelling" technologies, further removing human judgment from journalism.

Keywords: narrative science, automated news, xbrl, sec filings, [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Knighting Ceremony, Sir Jordan Wyatt, Space Station Failure (1:59:50–2:02:10)

Jordan Wyatt is officially knighted as "Sir Jordan Wyatt, Magic Knight of the No Agenda Roundtable," despite his "frail vegan body." In news, a Russian supply ship carrying three tons of supplies to the International Space Station failed to reach orbit and crashed in Siberia, highlighting a recent trend of frequent rocket failures.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), jordan wyatt, [vegan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vegan.md), [international space station](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-space-station.md), [siberia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siberia.md), rocket crash

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Space Wars, Sonic Boom Cover Story, Brookhaven Lab (2:02:11–2:04:01)

A loud noise near Brookhaven National Lab, initially feared to be an explosion, was officially attributed to an F-15 fighter jet making a rapid descent due to a pressurization problem. The hosts suggest this "sonic boom" explanation is a cover for ongoing "Space Wars" and military activities that the public is not being told about.

Keywords: [space wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-wars.md), [sonic boom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sonic-boom.md), [f-15](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-15.md), brookhaven national lab, [norfolk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norfolk.md), [explosion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/explosion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Climate Change Science, CERN Cloud Experiment, Cosmic Rays (2:04:02–2:06:51)

While Discover Magazine claims the "case is closed" on global warming, new research from CERN's "CLOUD" experiment suggests otherwise. The study found that cosmic rays significantly enhance cloud formation through ion-induced nucleation, a factor not currently accounted for in standard climate models. This suggests that natural atmospheric processes play a larger role in climate than previously acknowledged.

Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [cern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cern.md), [cosmic rays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cosmic-rays.md), [aerosols](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aerosols.md), [discover magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discover-magazine.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Plastic Bag Ban, Grimy Burlap Bags, Hygiene Concerns (2:06:53–2:07:39)

Los Angeles County has implemented a ban on plastic bags, requiring a 10-cent fee for paper bags. The hosts criticize the move, noting that people often use "grimy old burlap bags" that are never washed to carry fresh produce, creating a potential hygiene issue while performing "environmental theater."

Keywords: [plastic bags](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plastic-bags.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), paper bags, [trader joe's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trader-joe-s.md), burlap, [hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hygiene.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Bering Strait Tunnel, Russia-US Relations, Mortgage Refinancing (2:07:39–2:10:03)

Russia is planning a 64-mile tunnel under the Bering Strait to link Siberia and Alaska, a project estimated to cost 33 billion pounds. This suggests a potential strategic alignment between Russia and the U.S. against China. Meanwhile, the New York Times reports on a massive government-led mortgage refinancing plan aimed at providing a bailout to homeowners.

Keywords: [bering strait](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bering-strait.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [siberia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siberia.md), [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), [mortgage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mortgage.md), [refinancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refinancing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/38.md)

### 39. National Cathedral Damage, Amtrak Upgrades, Acela Speed (2:10:04–2:12:35)

The Virginia earthquake caused visible damage to the National Cathedral, including fallen statues. In infrastructure news, Amtrak is receiving $450 million to upgrade a 24-mile stretch of the Northeast Corridor. This massive investment is projected to save passengers only one minute and 40 seconds in travel time, equating to roughly $4.5 million per second saved.

Keywords: national cathedral, [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [acela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acela.md), [high speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Warren Buffett Tax Break, Magnet Trains, Solar Power (2:12:36–2:14:57)

While Warren Buffett publicly calls for higher taxes on the rich, new Department of Transportation deregulations are set to give his railroad interests hundreds of millions in tax breaks. Additionally, a Fremont company called SMT Rail is promoting a "magnet train" powered by solar panels, a concept the hosts dismiss as "environmental bullcrap."

Keywords: [warren buffett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warren-buffett.md), [deregulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deregulation.md), magnet trains, [solar panels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-panels.md), smt rail, zero-point energy

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Animal Earthquake Instincts, Euro Collapse, French Wealth Tax (2:15:00–2:18:05)

The National Zoo reported that animals like apes and lemurs exhibited strange behavior just before the Virginia earthquake. In economic news, Alan Greenspan warned that the Euro is breaking down. In response to the debt crisis, French elites are reportedly asking to be taxed more as a show of "solidarity," though the hosts view this as a potential scam.

Keywords: national zoo, lemurs, [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [wealth tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wealth-tax.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Janet Napolitano, Social Media for Defense, Show Outro (2:18:05–2:23:41)

Janet Napolitano bluntly stated that the U.S. will not return to a pre-9/11 footing regarding government surveillance powers. The hosts highlight an upcoming "Social Media for Defense" conference focused on using social platforms for psychological operations. The episode concludes with final credits, a reminder of the Sunday show, and a sign-off from the Hilltop Watchtower.

Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [hilltop watchtower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hilltop-watchtower.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/42.md)

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