# Paraphilia

> Mainstream media outlets deploy ageist narratives and electability metrics to suppress the Ron Paul phenomenon while tensions escalate in Iran following a high-profile assassination.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 373
- **Published:** 2012-01-12
- **Length:** 2h 36m
- **Topics:** SOPA PIPA, Huntsman stooge, Iran assassination, TSA radiation, [Media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [Jacob Lew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacob-lew.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia

## About this episode

The New Hampshire primary results and the assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mostafa Ahmadi-Roshan dominate the news cycle as the media establishment attempts to marginalize Ron Paul. While Mitt Romney and Jon Huntsman receive favorable coverage from NBC and CNN, the hosts analyze how Lawrence O'Donnell and Dana Bash use specific linguistic framing to dismiss Paul’s second-place finish. Meanwhile, the targeted killing of Ahmadi-Roshan via a magnetic bomb in Tehran triggers a scripted international response, with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton issuing categorical denials of U.S. involvement.

Domestic policy tensions rise as the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and PIPA legislation threaten internet infrastructure through DNS poisoning and punitive payment blocks. Representative Darrell Issa introduces the OPEN Act as a potential alternative, though its regulatory burden remains a point of contention. In the executive branch, Bill Daley resigns as White House Chief of Staff, making way for Jacob Lew, a former Citigroup executive and Council on Foreign Relations member. Concurrently, the TSA faces scrutiny over radiation dosimetry requests for officers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, fueling concerns regarding potential cancer clusters linked to body scanners.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak break down the absurdity of modern authority, from the theft of a two-ton wooden shoe in Holland to the "free ponies" promised in a Jon Huntsman concession speech. The hosts perform a formal knighthood for producer David Oberbeck while mocking the decline of cable networks like the History Channel. Moiz Khan provides a boots-on-the-ground update from the Bin Laden compound in Abbottabad, describing the site as a high-security dump where Chinese officials allegedly inspected crashed American stealth technology.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/transcript.md.

### 1. No Agenda Episode 373 Introduction and Garbage Day Banter (0:00–2:23)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 373 of the No Agenda show from Austin, Texas and Northern Silicon Valley. The hosts discuss their synchronized garbage collection schedules and the live streaming nature of the program. They welcome the "human resources" participating in the live chat at noagendastream.com.

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

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/1.md)

### 2. New Hampshire Primary Predictions Review and Results (2:23–4:20)

The hosts review their previous predictions regarding the New Hampshire primary results. While they correctly anticipated a Mitt Romney victory and a strong showing for Ron Paul, they analyze the specific percentages and the performance of candidates like Jon Huntsman and Rick Santorum. Ron Paul's actual 23% finish exceeded their initial 15-18% estimate.

Keywords: [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [new hampshire primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-hampshire-primary.md), [election predictions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-predictions.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Lawrence O'Donnell Media Bias and Bain Capital Commentary (4:20–6:41)

The discussion focuses on media bias exhibited by NBC's Lawrence O'Donnell during his coverage of the Republican primaries. The hosts critique O'Donnell's attempt to dismiss Ron Paul's second-place finish by hypothetically removing him from the equation to favor Jon Huntsman. They also examine O'Donnell's commentary on Newt Gingrich's attacks regarding Mitt Romney's tenure at Bain Capital.

Keywords: [lawrence o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-o-donnell.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [bain capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bain-capital.md), [newt gingrich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newt-gingrich.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Dana Bash and CNN Mainstream Media Bias (6:41–8:09)

Adam Curry highlights a specific clip of CNN's Dana Bash speaking to Wolf Blitzer, noting her choice of words regarding Ron Paul's campaign. Curry argues that Bash's phrasing reveals a personal or institutional worry among mainstream media strategists that Paul might hurt the eventual Republican nominee. The hosts characterize this as a clear example of "catch of the day" media bias.

Keywords: [dana bash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dana-bash.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Rick Santorum Double Speak on Iran Nuclear Weapons (8:09–9:43)

The hosts analyze a clip of Rick Santorum discussing Iranian nuclear capabilities. They point out a linguistic slip or "double speak" where Santorum's phrasing makes it unclear whether he intends to prevent or ensure Iran obtains a nuclear weapon. This leads to a broader discussion on the aggressive rhetoric coming from U.S. politicians regarding Iran and Syria.

Keywords: [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), double speak, [foreign policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Jay Leno Ageist Comedy and Youth Media Bias (9:44–11:36)

The hosts critique a segment from Jay Leno's show featuring a child commentator discussing political candidates. They argue the segment was heavily edited to portray Ron Paul as an elderly man who takes naps, contrasting this with the more respectful treatment of Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum. They label this as "pure ageism" and a "sick" form of media manipulation.

Keywords: [jay leno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-leno.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [ageism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ageism.md), [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [tonight show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tonight-show.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Britt Hume RuPaul Comparison and Media Marginalization (11:36–13:23)

Fox News analyst Britt Hume is criticized for comparing Ron Paul's chances of winning the nomination to those of the drag queen RuPaul. The hosts argue this is a low-effort attempt by the "ruling elite" to marginalize Paul's candidacy despite his polling numbers. They mock Hume's claim that "most observers" agree with this assessment.

Keywords: [britt hume](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/britt-hume.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [rupaul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rupaul.md), media marginalization

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/7.md)

### 8. CBC Canada Coverage of Ron Paul as Wacky (13:24–14:49)

The hosts examine how the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) portrays Ron Paul to international audiences. They highlight the use of descriptors like "wacky," "anti-bank," and "kooky" to describe the libertarian candidate. They suggest this international framing is part of a coordinated effort by the global elite to dismiss Paul's anti-central bank message.

Keywords: [cbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbc.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [libertarian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libertarian.md), [media framing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-framing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Rush Limbaugh Tinfoil Hat Graphics and Electability Narrative (14:49–17:17)

The discussion turns to Rush Limbaugh's website, which reportedly featured photoshopped images of Ron Paul wearing a tinfoil hat. The hosts argue that as Paul's popularity grows, the media has shifted its strategy from mockery to questioning his "electability." They contend that "electability" is a manufactured metric used to favor establishment candidates like Mitt Romney.

Keywords: [rush limbaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rush-limbaugh.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [electability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electability.md), [media narrative](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-narrative.md), [tinfoil hat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tinfoil-hat.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Constitutional Requirements for Presidency and Media Repetition (17:19–19:25)

The hosts discuss the actual constitutional requirements for the U.S. presidency, noting the minimum age of 35 and natural-born citizenship. They contrast these simple legal facts with the media's complex "electability" narrative. They compare the media's constant promotion of Mitt Romney to the repetitive marketing of washing powder.

Keywords: [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [presidency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidency.md), age requirements, [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), media repetition

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Doug Wead and the Ron Paul Blocking Strategy (19:25–23:34)

The hosts analyze the emergence of Doug Wead as a senior advisor for the Ron Paul campaign. Given Wead's history with the Bush family and high speaking fees, Dvorak suspects he may be part of an intelligence-linked "blocking strategy." The theory suggests Paul is being used to prevent other candidates like Newt Gingrich from gaining traction against the "knighted" frontrunner, Mitt Romney.

Keywords: [doug wead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doug-wead.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), blocking strategy, [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Political Subversion and the Anti-Federal Reserve Message (23:36–29:07)

The hosts debate whether the Ron Paul campaign is sincere or being manipulated by establishment forces. While Dvorak remains skeptical of the "blocking strategy," Curry expresses hope that Paul's anti-Federal Reserve message is gaining genuine traction on Wall Street. They conclude that Paul's primary goal is to inject subversive ideas about personal liberty and fiscal responsibility into the mainstream.

Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [subversion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subversion.md), [political strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-strategy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Value for Value Model and Media Constraints (29:07–31:27)

The hosts explain the "Value for Value" model of the No Agenda show, which relies entirely on listener donations rather than advertising. They contrast their freedom to discuss controversial topics like Ron Paul with the constraints faced by mainstream media hosts who must answer to corporate "suits." Curry shares an anecdote about the pressures of working in commercial radio.

Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [media independence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-independence.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Producer Donations and Milwaukee Makerspace (31:27–34:14)

The hosts acknowledge significant donations from producers, including David Overbeck and Han Schneider. They discuss the Milwaukee Makerspace, a group of builders who offered to help Curry with "Tesla flying machines." The segment highlights the community aspect of the show and the diverse locations of its "Gitmo Nation" supporters, ranging from Wisconsin to Germany.

Keywords: milwaukee makerspace, [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Dr. Nenninger and the Exit from TWiT (34:15–35:44)

A regular donor, Dr. Nenninger, explains his transition from being a listener of Leo Laporte's TWiT network to supporting No Agenda. He cites Laporte's decision to advertise diamonds as the "edge" that pushed him away. The hosts discuss the purity of the ad-free podcasting paradigm and the "knighthood" goals of their producers.

Keywords: dr. nenninger, [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [twit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twit.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [diamonds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diamonds.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Moiz Khan Update on Bin Laden Compound (35:44–38:31)

Pakistani producer Moiz Khan provides an update on his attempt to visit the Osama Bin Laden compound in Abbottabad. He reports tight military security and shares local rumors about Pakistani military collusion during the raid. Khan describes the compound as a "dump" and mentions that the crashed stealth helicopter was allegedly examined by Chinese officials.

Keywords: [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [abbottabad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbottabad.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), moiz khan, [stealth helicopter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stealth-helicopter.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/16.md)

### 17. SOPA and PIPA Legislative Analysis (38:35–43:39)

Adam Curry presents his research on the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the PROTECT IP Act (PIPA). He argues that PIPA is 75% identical to SOPA and that both bills focus on punitive measures—such as DNS blocking and cutting off payment systems—rather than creating new laws. He references the 1946 Lanham Act to explain how these bills leverage existing trademark and copyright law.

Keywords: [sopa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sopa.md), [pipa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipa.md), [lanham act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lanham-act.md), dns blocking, [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Law Enforcement and the Burden of Investigation (43:40–46:54)

The hosts discuss the motivations behind SOPA and PIPA, suggesting that law enforcement agencies prefer automated "DNS poisoning" over traditional, labor-intensive investigations. Curry recounts a conversation with an FBI agent from the 1990s to illustrate the long-standing desire for built-in monitoring and enforcement mechanisms in consumer electronics.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [law enforcement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/law-enforcement.md), dns poisoning, [internet regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-regulation.md), [judicial system](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/judicial-system.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/18.md)

### 19. VHS Copy Protection and the Copyright Act (46:54–49:18)

Curry highlights a specific provision in the proposed legislation that would ban the trafficking of VHS recorders lacking built-in copy protection. The hosts find it absurd that such outdated technology is being targeted in modern internet legislation. They view this as evidence of the broad and potentially overreaching nature of the Copyright Act updates.

Keywords: [vhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vhs.md), copyright act, copy protection, [lanham act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lanham-act.md), [consumer electronics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-electronics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Reddit Blackout and the OPEN Act (49:18–52:25)

The hosts discuss the planned January 18th internet blackout by Reddit and other sites to protest SOPA. They characterize the move as a PR stunt by Reddit's parent company, Condé Nast. They also introduce the OPEN Act, sponsored by Representative Darrell Issa, as a potential "double switch" or alternative that may be just as onerous as the bills it seeks to replace.

Keywords: [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), condé nast, [darrell issa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darrell-issa.md), [open act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-act.md), [internet blackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-blackout.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Legislative Research and Host Banter (52:25–54:50)

Adam Curry commits to reading the OPEN Act before the next show to determine if it is truly a better alternative to SOPA and PIPA. The hosts joke about the unglamorous nature of reading federal bills and how it affects their personal lives. Dvorak expresses his appreciation for Curry's willingness to perform this "nutty" level of research.

Keywords: [open act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-act.md), legislative research, [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), bill reading

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Paraphilias and Psychological Stress in Authority (54:50–59:07)

The hosts discuss the term "paraphilias" in the context of recent news stories involving authority figures, including U.S. Marines allegedly urinating on Taliban corpses and Pennsylvania state troopers accused of similar behavior toward a prisoner. They theorize that such deviant behavior is a symptom of extreme psychological stress and a loss of control among those in positions of power.

Keywords: paraphilias, [marines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marines.md), [psychological stress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychological-stress.md), [authority](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authority.md), deviance

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Marine Video Authenticity and Social Decay (59:08–1:00:35)

The discussion continues regarding the video of individuals in military gear. Dvorak suggests the individuals might be contractors rather than Marines, potentially part of a "hit job" on a specific firm. They broaden the topic to discuss the general moral and educational decay of the United States, touching on the commercialization of the university system.

Keywords: [marines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marines.md), [camp lejeune](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/camp-lejeune.md), [contractors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contractors.md), [sparta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sparta.md), social moral

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Police Presence in Austin Schools (1:00:36–1:03:03)

Adam Curry reports on a story from The Guardian regarding police patrolling schools in Austin, Texas. The report claims that hundreds of thousands of misdemeanor tickets are issued to children as young as six for minor offenses like being late or wearing inappropriate clothing. The hosts blame Governor Rick Perry's policies for the "Nazi-like" atmosphere in the state's education system.

Keywords: [austin texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-texas.md), school police, [misdemeanors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misdemeanors.md), [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [the guardian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-guardian.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/24.md)

### 25. TSA Blog and the Top 10 Catches of 2011 (1:03:04–1:05:18)

The hosts critique the TSA's "Blogger Bob" and the agency's list of top 10 "good catches" for 2011. They point out that the list includes snakes, turtles, and stun guns, but notably lacks any actual terrorists. They mock the agency's transparency and its expansion into monitoring train and subway stations with "naked body scanners."

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [blogger bob](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blogger-bob.md), [airport security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), contraband

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Theft of the Giant Dutch Wooden Shoe (1:05:19–1:07:56)

In a "Real News" segment, the hosts report on the theft of a 13-foot, two-ton giant wooden shoe from a tourist landmark in Holland. The thieves reportedly sent an email promising to return the shoe after the mid-February Carnival. Dvorak mocks the police's inability to trace the email and the general absurdity of the tourist attraction.

Keywords: [holland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holland.md), wooden shoe, [theft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theft.md), [carnival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carnival.md), [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/26.md)

### 27. 500 Euro Note Ban Prediction (1:08:52–1:13:37)

Adam Curry revisits a prediction from his "Red Book" regarding the potential banning of 500 Euro notes. He cites a recent BBC report suggesting that these high-denomination bills are primarily used by organized crime for money laundering. Curry argues that banning the notes is a bookkeeping trick to shore up European bank balance sheets.

Keywords: [500 euro note](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/500-euro-note.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [red book](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-book.md), currency ban

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/27.md)

### 28. News from China and Language Subtitles (1:13:39–1:17:09)

The hosts experiment with a new "News from China" segment, featuring a report on a Ford SUV recall. Dvorak proposes a movement to require English subtitles for all non-English broadcasts on public airwaves. They also discuss Jon Huntsman's use of Chinese during his campaign and the lack of media translation for his remarks.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), ford recall, [subtitles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subtitles.md), [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/28.md)

### 29. C-SPAN Ron Paul Feed Cut and Jon Huntsman Insincerity (1:17:16–1:18:46)

The hosts highlight an incident where C-SPAN's live feed of a Ron Paul event was cut off just as he was introducing his family, only to be replaced by coverage of Jon Huntsman. They question how professional networks struggle with streaming while independent podcasters succeed. Dvorak begins a "rant" on Huntsman's perceived insincerity.

Keywords: [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md), [media censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-censorship.md), [live streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/live-streaming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Jon Huntsman's "Free Ponies" Speech and Third Place Victory (1:18:46–1:22:34)

The hosts mock Jon Huntsman's New Hampshire concession speech, where he acted as though he had won despite finishing third. They critique his lack of emotion and "dead fish" delivery, specifically mocking his promises of jobs and "free ponies" for veterans. They characterize Huntsman as a "stooge" and an insincere political actor.

Keywords: [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md), [new hampshire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-hampshire.md), election speech, insincerity, [political theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-theater.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/30.md)

### 31. MeVEO Board Meeting and Schedule Conflicts (1:22:34–1:24:10)

Adam Curry discusses a scheduling conflict with a MeVEO board meeting in San Francisco that overlaps with the No Agenda recording time. The hosts brainstorm ways to adjust the show's schedule, including a potential Wednesday recording, to accommodate Curry's travel and board responsibilities.

Keywords: [meveo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meveo.md), board meeting, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [podcast schedule](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-schedule.md), [travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/31.md)

### 32. The Obamas Book Review and PR Strategy (1:24:11–1:28:15)

Adam Curry reviews the book "The Obamas" by Jodi Kantor, which he characterizes as a slick PR effort by the New York Times and the administration to humanize the First Family. He argues the book is designed to counter "reptilian" perceptions and solidify narratives about the President's background. He advises listeners not to buy the book, calling it "sickening" collusion.

Keywords: the obamas, jodi kantor, [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [pr strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pr-strategy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Bill Daley Resignation and Jacob Lew Appointment (1:28:17–1:30:58)

The hosts discuss the resignation of White House Chief of Staff Bill Daley and his replacement by Jacob Lew. They highlight Lew's background as a former executive at Citigroup and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. They characterize Lew as a "bankster" and a "technocrat" who will effectively run the country.

Keywords: [bill daley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-daley.md), [jacob lew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacob-lew.md), [chief of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chief-of-staff.md), [citigroup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citigroup.md), technocrat

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/33.md)

### 34. TSA Radiation Dosimeters and Cancer Clusters (1:30:59–1:32:35)

Adam Curry reports on a TSA request for information regarding radiation dosimetry devices for its officers. The hosts link this to reports of body scanners being removed from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, speculating that the agency is responding to a potential "cancer cluster" among employees exposed to the machines.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md), [dosimeters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dosimeters.md), hartsfield airport, [cancer cluster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer-cluster.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Listener Donations and Bad Karma Stories (1:32:36–1:35:43)

The hosts read several donation notes, including one from Tyler Brigham in San Luis Obispo, who details a string of "bad karma" events involving a ruined $3,000 camera and a raccoon eating his girlfriend's chicken. Other donors seek karma for job hunts and travel, while the hosts provide "double shots" of karma in exchange for their financial support.

Keywords: [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), canon 5d, anodizer, [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Global Producer Updates and Anti-Cancer Karma (1:35:44–1:37:53)

Donations arrive from Perth, Australia, and Amsterdam, with producers sharing stories of dangerous work environments and family battles with cancer. The hosts provide "anti-cancer karma" and discuss the "douchebag" nature of the disease. They also touch on the lack of necessity for attending the CES trade show in person.

Keywords: [perth australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perth-australia.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), job hunt, [ces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ces.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Workplace Bullying and the Mystery of the Grays (1:37:54–1:40:57)

A donor from New York discusses workplace bullying, while another from Calgary asks Adam Curry to talk about "the Grays" (aliens). Curry notes that reports of the Grays have diminished since Art Bell left the air, suggesting they may have gone underground or given up on humanity. The segment also includes a brief appreciation for the Calgary Stampede's barrel racing.

Keywords: workplace bullying, the grays, [aliens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aliens.md), [art bell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-bell.md), [calgary stampede](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/calgary-stampede.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/37.md)

### 38. UN Waste in East Timor and Haiti (1:40:57–1:44:34)

A donor who worked for a Christian NGO in East Timor describes the "disgusting" waste of the United Nations, contrasting the UN's brand-new 4x4 trucks with the local population's suffering. The hosts calculate that billions in donated funds for Haiti should have built hundreds of thousands of homes, yet many people remain in tents while luxury hotels are constructed instead.

Keywords: [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [east timor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-timor.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [ngo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngo.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Finnish Speeding Fines and Relationship Karma (1:44:34–1:48:09)

The hosts discuss the Finnish system of calculating speeding fines based on income, referencing a rumor about Linus Torvalds receiving massive fines. They also process several "de-douching" requests and provide relationship karma for listeners in Helsinki and Indiana. The segment concludes with a thank you to all "No Agenda Minute Men."

Keywords: [finland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finland.md), speeding fines, [linus torvalds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linus-torvalds.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Knighthood Ceremony for Sir David Oberbeck (1:48:09–1:51:42)

The hosts perform a formal knighthood ceremony for David Oberbeck, pronouncing him "Sir David Oberbeck, Knight of the No Agenda Round Table." They discuss the logistics of shipping knight rings, noting that "Eric the Shill" marks the customs value as $2 to avoid international fees. They reiterate the importance of the "Value for Value" model.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), david oberbeck, [eric the shill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-the-shill.md), [customs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/customs.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/40.md)

### 41. "Guess the Network" Cable TV Game (1:51:45–1:57:26)

Adam Curry leads a game where Dvorak must guess the cable network based on show titles like "Dog the Bounty Hunter," "Mob Wives," and "I Cloned My Pet." The game highlights the "dumbing down" of cable television, where the History Channel and National Geographic air content unrelated to their original missions, such as "Killer Ants" and "Toddlers and Tiaras."

Keywords: [cable tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cable-tv.md), [history channel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/history-channel.md), [tlc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tlc.md), [national geographic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-geographic.md), [discovery channel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discovery-channel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Reality TV Obsessions and the Green Network (1:57:28–2:00:40)

The hosts discuss their guilty pleasures in reality TV, including "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and "Celebrity Rehab." They mock the "Green Network" for airing shows about car wrecks and tow truck drivers. Curry explains that the lack of video on No Agenda is intentional, designed to preserve the "theater of the mind" for listeners.

Keywords: [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md), [dr. drew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-drew.md), green network, [theater of the mind](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theater-of-the-mind.md), emerald lagasse

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Polish Prosecutor Suicide Attempt and Plane Crash Conspiracy (2:00:41–2:07:05)

The hosts analyze a bizarre video of a Polish military prosecutor, Colonel Przhebel, who apparently attempted suicide during a press conference. Przhebel was investigating journalists covering the 2010 plane crash that killed the Polish president. The hosts find the "missed" shot to the cheek and the audible chambering of a round highly suspicious, suggesting a deeper conspiracy or intimidation.

Keywords: [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md), colonel przhebel, [lech kaczynski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lech-kaczynski.md), [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md), [suicide attempt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicide-attempt.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Phobos-Grunt Spacecraft and Satellite Warfare (2:07:05–2:11:28)

The Russian space agency director suggests that the failure of the Phobos-Grunt Mars probe may have been caused by "powerful devices" from foreign powers. The hosts interpret this as a veiled admission of satellite warfare. They speculate that the U.S. may have used the probe for target practice while it was out of Russian radar range.

Keywords: phobos-grunt, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), satellite warfare, [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [space debris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-debris.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Assassination of Iranian Nuclear Scientist Mostafa Ahmadi-Roshan (2:11:28–2:14:43)

The hosts discuss the "James Bond style" assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mostafa Ahmadi-Roshan via a magnetic bomb attached to his car by motorcyclists. They note this is the fourth such assassination in three years. While Iran blames Israel, the hosts analyze the scripted nature of the international response.

Keywords: mostafa ahmadi-roshan, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md), magnetic bomb, [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Hillary Clinton's Denial and the Iranian Spy (2:14:43–2:17:48)

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton "categorically denies" U.S. involvement in the Iranian scientist's assassination while warning Iran against closing the Strait of Hormuz. The hosts compare the escalating tensions—including the capture of an alleged American spy and the rescue of Iranian fishermen—to a poorly written "Mission Impossible" script.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), [mission impossible](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mission-impossible.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Rick Santorum's "Enemy Combatant" Rhetoric (2:17:49–2:22:24)

The hosts critique Rick Santorum's aggressive stance on Iran, where he suggests that foreign nuclear scientists working there should be treated as "enemy combatants" and assassinated. They point out that the recently killed scientist was Iranian, not foreign, and label Santorum's rhetoric as "bloodthirsty" and potentially "programmed."

Keywords: [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [enemy combatant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/enemy-combatant.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [foreign policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-policy.md), [mk ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Susan Rice and the Syrian "Foreign Conspiracy" (2:22:24–2:26:01)

U.S. Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice dismisses Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's claims of a "foreign conspiracy" as an insult to the Syrian people. The hosts argue that Assad is actually correct, comparing the situation to previous interventions in Libya and Egypt. They critique Rice's push for tougher sanctions and a "strong resolution" against the regime.

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), [un security council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/un-security-council.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Hillary Clinton's "Blue Tank" Claim and Syrian Propaganda (2:26:01–2:28:41)

Hillary Clinton claims the Syrian army is painting its assault vehicles blue to disguise them as police forces. The hosts find this claim absurd and indicative of a "chillingly cynical" propaganda effort. They argue that the international media is compromised and that the "crackdown" narrative is being manufactured to justify intervention.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [arab league](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arab-league.md), blue tanks

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Bahrain Double Standard and the October Surprise (2:28:42–2:31:15)

The hosts highlight the media's silence on the uprising in Bahrain compared to the coverage of Syria. They note the massive arms deal between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, which helped clamp down on Bahraini protesters. They speculate that a major event or "October Surprise" is being planned to influence the upcoming U.S. election.

Keywords: [bahrain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bahrain.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [double standard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-standard.md), [october surprise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/october-surprise.md), [media blackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-blackout.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/50.md)

### 51. Mayor Bloomberg's Alcohol Prohibition and Smoking Bans (2:31:16–2:33:29)

Following his ban on outdoor smoking, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is reportedly targeting alcohol retail outlets. The hosts view this as the beginning of a new era of prohibition that will inevitably lead to increased organized crime. They characterize Bloomberg's efforts as a "corrupt" overreach of government authority.

Keywords: [michael bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-bloomberg.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [prohibition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prohibition.md), alcohol regulation, [smoking ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking-ban.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/51.md)

### 52. Neil Cavuto's Ron Paul "Phenomenon" Commentary (2:33:30–2:36:09)

The show concludes with a clip of Fox Business host Neil Cavuto describing Ron Paul as a "phenomenon" who draws crowds similar to Barack Obama's 2008 campaign. Cavuto suggests Paul is a "hit with a lot of liberals" and could be a formidable independent nominee. The hosts sign off, reminding listeners that "donating is love."

Keywords: [neil cavuto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-cavuto.md), [fox business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-business.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [libertarian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libertarian.md), independent nominee

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/52.md)

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