# Bean Bag Drone > Domestic police drones equipped with stun batons take flight in Texas as congressional investigators corner the Obama administration over border security failures and international arms trafficking. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 352 - **Published:** 2011-10-30 - **Length:** 2h 32m - **Topics:** Shadowhawk drones, [Fast and Furious](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fast-and-furious.md), [Janet Napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), Google transparency, Qantas strike, MTV history, Euroquake - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone ## About this episode The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has deployed a $300,000 Shadowhawk unmanned helicopter capable of firing bean-bag rounds and deploying stun batons against domestic suspects. This federal grant-funded drone acquisition highlights a growing trend of militarized surveillance within Texas border counties. Meanwhile, Secretary Janet Napolitano faces intense congressional scrutiny over the Department of Homeland Security’s failure to track foreign nationals and the ongoing fallout from Operation Fast and Furious. Congressman Jason Chaffetz and Representative Louie Gohmert challenged Napolitano regarding security clearances for advisors with alleged Muslim Brotherhood ties and the release of criminal aliens back into American communities. In a separate hearing, Congressman Mack trapped Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in a legal contradiction regarding arms transfer waivers, effectively shifting culpability for the botched gun-running operation toward Attorney General Eric Holder. Financial tensions also mount as Qantas CEO Alan Joyce grounds his entire global fleet to break union strikes, while Google’s latest transparency report reveals the U.S. government leads the world in private data requests. Adam Curry reveals the behind-the-scenes politics of his MTV firing involving Axl Rose and the Headbangers Ball. The show deconstructs President Obama’s frequent use of the word folks as potential Chicago gang code and mocks the New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson for her unique Gregorian chant delivery style. Executive Producer Dirk Modro joins the production as the hosts predict a total Eurozone collapse by mid-November. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/transcript.md. ### 1. No Agenda Episode 352, Halloween Weekend Introduction (0:00–1:38) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open Episode 352 from their respective command centers in Southern California and Silicon Valley. The hosts welcome the "human resources" in the chat room during Halloween weekend and discuss the rapid depreciation of the dollar. They provide instructions for listeners to join the live stream and chat via the show's dedicated web addresses. 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), episode 352, [halloween](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/halloween.md), [no agenda stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Weather Modification, Occupy Wall Street Snowfall Claims (1:39–3:32) The discussion turns to an unusual October snowfall affecting Occupy Wall Street protesters, which leads to speculation about weather modification. Reference is made to the Chinese government allegedly manipulating weather during the Olympics. The conversation transitions into how the Obama administration is reacting to the protest movement. Keywords: [weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md), [occupy wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/occupy-wall-street.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), china olympics, [snowfall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snowfall.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Obama Jobs Bill, Bank Property Tax Evasion (3:32–7:45) An analysis of President Obama's Jobs Bill suggests the 165-page document focuses more on FCC regulations and high-speed rail than actual job creation. A significant concern is raised regarding banks that have foreclosed on homes but are allegedly not paying property taxes to local municipalities. There is a call for citizens to demand tax sales on these bank-owned properties to recoup lost local revenue. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [jobs bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-bill.md), [property taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/property-taxes.md), [foreclosure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreclosure.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), fcc regulations [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Russell Simmons, Unirush Prepaid Debit Card Fees (7:46–12:00) Entrepreneur Russell Simmons is criticized for his involvement with Occupy Wall Street while operating Unirush, a financial services company. The hosts detail the high fees associated with his prepaid debit cards, including activation and ATM withdrawal charges. Simmons is accused of being a "bankster" who profits from underserved communities while publicly supporting anti-Wall Street protests. Keywords: [russell simmons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russell-simmons.md), unirush, prepaid debit card, [occupy wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/occupy-wall-street.md), def jam, [bank fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-fees.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/4.md) ### 5. I Want My MTV Book, Adam Curry Firing Anecdote (12:00–14:36) Adam Curry discusses his inclusion in the new book "I Want My MTV: The Unedited History of Music Television." He reveals details about being fired from "Headbangers Ball," attributing the move to Axl Rose pressuring MTV executives to hire Ricky Rackman. Curry notes the irony of being ousted by a band he originally fought to get played on the network. Keywords: [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [axl rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/axl-rose.md), [headbangers ball](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/headbangers-ball.md), [ricky rackman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ricky-rackman.md), [guns n' roses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guns-n-roses.md), doug herzog [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Executive Producer Dirk Modro, Hollywood Casting Couch Tangent (14:38–20:09) Dirk Modro from Western Australia is named Executive Producer after a $233.11 donation intended to "re-karmalize" himself following a misunderstanding about his personal life. This leads to a tangent about the perks of being a Hollywood producer and the "bang fest" culture in the film industry. The segment concludes with a conspiracy theory regarding the show "Hawaii Five-0" being a reward for Hawaii's alleged role in covering up President Obama's birth records. Keywords: dirk modro, [western australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/western-australia.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [hawaii five-0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii-five-0.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/6.md) ### 7. No Agenda PR Initiatives, Numerology Donations (20:09–23:17) The hosts promote various PR initiatives, including domain names like "newamericanspring.com" and "stonesdrones.com" that forward to the main site. They discuss the upcoming 11-11-11 date and encourage listeners to donate using numerological patterns. A brief discussion follows regarding the short-term duration of "karma" given to sports teams like USC. Keywords: [dvorak.org](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvorak-org.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [numerology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/numerology.md), [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), pr initiatives [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/7.md) ### 8. No Agenda Roku Channel, Linux Port Project (23:17–25:27) A new No Agenda Roku channel created by producer Alex is announced, featuring the show's back catalog and live stream. Adam Curry also puts out a "bat signal" for open-source developers to help with a Linux port of the show's infrastructure. He directs interested sysadmins to his blog at curry.com for technical details. Keywords: [roku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roku.md), alex, [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [curry.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curry-com.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Protect IP Act, Justin Bieber Copyright Propaganda (25:28–31:48) The hosts examine the Protect IP Act and its potential to limit internet freedom through DNS and routing controls. They analyze a Fox News segment featuring Kimberly Guilfoyle that uses Justin Bieber as a proxy to support Senator Amy Klobuchar's copyright legislation. The hosts argue the segment is a sophisticated piece of propaganda designed to protect large corporations rather than individual artists. Keywords: [protect ip act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protect-ip-act.md), [justin bieber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-bieber.md), [amy klobuchar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-klobuchar.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [kimberly guilfoyle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kimberly-guilfoyle.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Artist Copyright Realities, Duran Duran Financial Status (31:49–36:23) A discussion on the reality of copyright reveals that most artists are forced to sign away their rights to major publishers. The case of John Fogerty paying royalties to perform his own songs is cited as an example of how the system fails creators. The hosts also express surprise at reports that members of the band Duran Duran are financially struggling despite their historical success. Keywords: [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), [duran duran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duran-duran.md), john fogerty, fantasy records, simon lebon, [royalties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/royalties.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Janet Napolitano Hearing, Sikh Turban Security Issues (36:24–38:45) The hosts review a congressional hearing featuring Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano. They discuss the racial profiling of Sikhs at airports and the inefficiency of naked body scanners in detecting items hidden in turbans. Reference is made to Congressman Mica's efforts to release a memo detailing the high failure rates of TSA scanning equipment. Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), sikhs, [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md), congressman mica [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Congressman Gohmert, Muslim Brotherhood Advisory Council Claims (38:45–44:11) Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert grills Secretary Napolitano regarding a member of the Homeland Security Advisory Council with alleged ties to the Muslim Brotherhood. Gohmert accuses the individual of accessing secure databases and leaking documents to the media for political purposes. Napolitano appears "fuzzy" on the details of the individual's swearing-in and security clearance. Keywords: [louie gohmert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louie-gohmert.md), [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [muslim brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md), lobre ary, [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [security clearance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-clearance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Hillary Clinton, Fast and Furious Legal Trap (44:12–49:53) Congressman Mack traps Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in a legal contradiction regarding Operation Fast and Furious. By getting her to admit the State Department never issued a written waiver for the arms transfer, Mack demonstrates that the Justice Department likely violated the Arms Export Control Act. The hosts interpret this as Clinton effectively throwing Attorney General Eric Holder "under the bus." Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [fast and furious](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fast-and-furious.md), congressman mack, [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [arms export control act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arms-export-control-act.md), [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Title III Jargon, Napolitano Cross-Examination (49:54–54:22) Secretary Napolitano faces aggressive questioning from a Texas congressman regarding the percentage of foreign nationals in jails. The discussion highlights her use of the jargon "T3" to refer to Title III of the Patriot Act, which the hosts view as an attempt to trivialize the proceedings. Napolitano's glib demeanor during the cross-examination is criticized. Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), title iii, [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md), [cross-examination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cross-examination.md), t3, legal jargon [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Iranian Border Threats, Foreign National Incarceration Rates (54:22–56:46) The hosts discuss testimony regarding Iranians allegedly working with Mexican drug cartels like the Zetas to smuggle explosives into the U.S. Statistics from the Bureau of Prisons are cited, claiming that 27% of federal inmates are foreign criminal aliens. In Texas border counties, that number reportedly rises to 34.5%, highlighting concerns over border security. Keywords: iranians, [drug cartels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-cartels.md), [zetas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zetas.md), bureau of prisons, [texas border](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-border.md), criminal aliens [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Chinese Repatriation Refusal, Section 243D Sanctions (56:47–59:33) A legal loophole is discussed where countries like China refuse to take back citizens who have committed heinous crimes in the U.S., leading to their release back into American communities. The hosts reference Section 243D of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which requires the government to sanction such countries by suspending visas, a measure Secretary Napolitano appears reluctant to enforce. Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [repatriation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/repatriation.md), zadvydas case, [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [visas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/visas.md), [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Shadowhawk Drones, Montgomery County Sheriff Stun Batons (59:33–1:04:50) A local news report from Houston, Texas, details the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office acquiring a Shadowhawk unmanned helicopter. The drone is capable of being outfitted with stun batons, tasers, and bean-bag launchers to engage suspects from the air. The $300,000 federal grant used to purchase the device is characterized by the hosts as a "bribe" to implement domestic surveillance. Keywords: shadowhawk, [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [montgomery county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/montgomery-county.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [taser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taser.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Anwar al-Awlaki, FBI vs CIA Internal Conflict (1:04:50–1:09:01) The hosts analyze the drone killing of Anwar al-Awlaki, suggesting it was an "extraction" to cover up his alleged role as an FBI asset. They play a clip of a former CIA official arguing that a "dead Awlaki is better than an Awlaki to talk to." The segment explores the ongoing bureaucratic warfare between the FBI and CIA regarding 9/11 failures and domestic sleeper cells. Keywords: [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [9/11 commission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11-commission.md), [domestic security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domestic-security.md), [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Public Apathy, Drone Warfare Moral Status (1:09:02–1:10:21) A Newsweek contributor claims that the American public does not care about drone attacks as long as "bad guys" are being targeted. The hosts mock this perspective, suggesting that the erosion of moral authority comes from long-term occupations in Iraq and Afghanistan. They express concern over the normalization of extrajudicial killings. Keywords: [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [moral authority](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moral-authority.md), [newsweek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsweek.md), [public opinion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-opinion.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/19.md) ### 20. End of Due Process, Mandatory Arbitration Clauses (1:10:21–1:17:36) A discussion from Book TV explores how due process is being eroded through mandatory arbitration clauses in contracts. A lawyer from the Southern Poverty Law Center notes that the legal battle depicted in the movie "Philadelphia" could not happen today because employees now sign away their right to sue. The hosts predict a future where even divorces are settled by "arbitration drones." Keywords: [due process](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/due-process.md), [arbitration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arbitration.md), [southern poverty law center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-poverty-law-center.md), philadelphia movie, 7th amendment, civil courts [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Jay Carney, White House Lobbyist Bundling (1:17:37–1:24:17) White House Press Secretary Jay Carney is criticized for his "transparent" briefing style while defending the administration's ties to lobbyists. Despite a pledge not to take lobbyist money, reports show that "bundlers" from companies like Pfizer and Comcast are raising millions for the Obama campaign. Carney maintains the administration's record on ethics is "unparalleled" and "unprecedented." Keywords: [jay carney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-carney.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [lobbyists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbyists.md), [bundling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bundling.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Clay Shirky, NPR Underwriting as Advertising (1:24:18–1:30:00) Professor Clay Shirky is featured in undercover footage from Project Veritas discussing the Occupy Wall Street media strategy. He also describes NPR's "underwriting" model as a tax-loophole version of traditional advertising. The hosts agree that the distinction between underwriting and advertising is a semantic scam used to maintain a veneer of non-commercialism. Keywords: clay shirky, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [underwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/underwriting.md), [project veritas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/project-veritas.md), [james o'keefe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-o-keefe.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Listener Donations, Karma Requests, 11-11-11 Promotion (1:30:02–1:37:26) The hosts read a series of listener donations, many of which utilize the "111.11" or "77.77" numerology patterns. Donors from California, Massachusetts, and Australia request "karma" for job interviews and personal struggles. A discussion on binary numbers and palindromes ensues, and the hosts thank the "slaves" of Gitmo Nation for their continued financial support. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [11-11-11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/11-11-11.md), [binary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binary.md), [palindrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palindrome.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Qantas Grounding, CEO Alan Joyce Criticism (1:37:27–1:39:06) The grounding of the entire Qantas airline fleet by CEO Alan Joyce is discussed. The hosts criticize Joyce for taking a massive pay raise while simultaneously shutting down the airline to break union strikes over outsourcing and working conditions. Thousands of passengers are reported stranded globally as a result of the labor dispute. Keywords: [qantas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qantas.md), [alan joyce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-joyce.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unions.md), airline strike, [outsourcing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outsourcing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Podcast Awards, San Francisco Research Event (1:39:07–1:42:37) The hosts note that voting for the Podcast Awards has closed and express skepticism about their chances of winning. John Dvorak mentions he will be in San Francisco for an annual medical research awards event to raise money for children's health. The segment ends with a birthday shout-out to listener Aaron Stork. Keywords: [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), medical venture capital, aaron stork, [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Euroquake Prediction, Nigel Farage on Greek Revolution (1:42:38–1:50:33) Adam Curry predicts a total collapse of the Euro on November 11, 2011, while Dvorak expects it to last through Christmas. They play a clip of Nigel Farage warning that stripping Greece of its democracy in favor of IMF bureaucrats will lead to a violent revolution. The hosts discuss the "fake" accounting errors in Germany that supposedly "found" 55 billion euros to stall the crisis. Keywords: [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md), [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Jill Abramson, New York Times "Hummer" Promo (1:50:34–1:52:15) The hosts mock a C-SPAN promo featuring New York Times Executive Editor Jill Abramson. They refer to her speaking style as "the Hummer" and joke about her "Gregorian chant" delivery. The segment highlights their ongoing critique of mainstream media leadership and their "hoity-toity" presentation. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), hummer, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Google Transparency Report, Government Data Requests (1:52:15–1:54:56) Google's latest transparency report reveals that the United States government leads the world in data requests, with nearly 6,000 inquiries targeting over 11,000 accounts. India and Brazil follow in the rankings. The hosts warn that Google complies with 93% of these requests, effectively giving the government access to private Gmail content and passwords. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), transparency report, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [gmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmail.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Kimberly-Clark Germ Survey, Commercialized Science (1:54:57–1:57:22) A widely reported survey claiming gas pump handles and mailboxes are the "dirtiest" places is revealed to be a marketing effort by Kimberly-Clark, the maker of Kleenex and wipes. The hosts point out that the study was designed to drive sales of sanitizing products. They criticize the media for running the "commercial" as legitimate news. Keywords: kimberly-clark, [germs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germs.md), gas pumps, charles gerba, [usa today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-today.md), wipes [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/29.md) ### 30. No Agenda Sexologist, PhD Underwriting Proposal (1:57:22–1:59:34) In response to the Kimberly-Clark story, the hosts jokingly suggest finding a PhD or "sexologist" to underwrite a study proving No Agenda listeners have better sex lives. They brainstorm ways to create "newsworthy" scientific proof that donating to the show has physical benefits. The segment is a satirical take on how commercial interests manipulate academic credentials. Keywords: [phd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phd.md), sexologist, [bobby eden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bobby-eden.md), [university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university.md), scientific proof [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Obama "Folks" Code, Chicago Gang Theory (1:59:35–2:03:17) Adam Curry presents a theory that President Obama's frequent use of the word "folks" is a coded message to the "Folk Nation" street gang in Chicago. He suggests the term is a form of "gang signs" delivered through presidential addresses. The hosts mockingly deconstruct a YouTube address, interpreting "taxes" as code for "the vig" or protection money. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [folks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/folks.md), folk nation, [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), street gangs, [code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/code.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Obama Halloween Speech, Re-election Subtext (2:03:17–2:05:06) The hosts analyze a speech Obama gave for National Italian American Heritage Month, looking for subtext that he may not run for re-election. They focus on his comment about his daughters not noticing he was "gone" and his "brief time" with them as a metaphor for a single-term presidency. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [halloween](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/halloween.md), italian american heritage, [re-election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/re-election.md), [metaphor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metaphor.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/32.md) ### 33. UN Resolution 2016, Libya Security Blanket (2:05:07–2:08:17) Despite media reports that the war in Libya is over, the hosts examine UN Resolution 2016 and find that most security measures remain in place. They argue the resolution primarily serves to unfreeze assets for specific oil companies while keeping the country under a "security blanket." Reports of 2,300 British personnel on the ground further contradict the "war is over" narrative. Keywords: [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), resolution 2016, [oil companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-companies.md), british army [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/352-bean-bag-drone/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Student Loan Bailout, Indentured Servitude (2:09:15–2:12:49) The hosts discuss President Obama's executive order regarding student loan repayments, characterizing it as a "carrot" to win young voters. They argue that capping payments at 10% of discretionary income creates a permanent state of debt and "indentured servitude" for graduates. Ron Paul is heard criticizing the federal involvement in education that has led to skyrocketing costs and "pseudo-education." 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