# Cleanest Dirty Shirt > A recycled State of the Union address meets a global currency shift as major powers abandon the dollar for gold and student loan rates prepare to spike. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 377 - **Published:** 2012-01-26 - **Length:** 2h 32m - **Topics:** [State of the Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-of-the-union.md), Gold for Oil, Bonaire Proposal, [Student Loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [USS Enterprise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uss-enterprise.md), [Eurozone Crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurozone-crisis.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt ## About this episode Barack Obama delivered a 2012 State of the Union address that critics have identified as a nearly verbatim recycling of his 2010 and 2011 policy scripts. While the President called for infrastructure investment and college affordability, analysis of the 71-minute speech reveals that nearly 28% of the broadcast was consumed by scripted applause. The administration simultaneously faces scrutiny over the timing of a Seal Team Six rescue mission in Somalia, which coincided with the address to maximize political utility. India and China have begun bypassing U.S. sanctions by purchasing Iranian oil with gold, a move that threatens to devalue the dollar as the Eurozone faces a controlled default in Greece. Domestically, student loan interest rates are set to double to 6.8% this July, creating a sharp contrast with the Federal Reserve's commitment to near-zero rates for banks. Tensions remain high in the Strait of Hormuz as the aging nuclear carrier USS Enterprise deploys amid warnings from George Soros and Christine Lagarde regarding potential global civil unrest. Adam Curry shares details of his surprise marriage proposal to Miki Willis at Seroe Largu in Bonaire, a secret kept from John C. Dvorak until the social media reveal. The No Agenda community celebrates the launch of a volunteer-led transcription service at readnoagenda.com, making the program fully searchable for the first time. The show concludes with Reverend James David Manning offering a satirical and hyperbolic critique of the 2012 Republican primary field. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/transcript.md. ### 1. Technical Difficulties and Remote Production Setup (0:00–4:57) Production issues affect the remote broadcast from Bonaire as the connection fluctuates at 400 kilobits. Adjustments to the Skype settings and the implementation of a noise gate are discussed to improve audio quality. The hosts acknowledge the informal nature of remote location shows and the lack of a standard snappy opening. Keywords: [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md), [bandwidth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bandwidth.md), [bonaire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bonaire.md), [noise gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noise-gate.md), pre-stream [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/1.md) ### 2. No Agenda Episode 377 Introduction (5:03–6:35) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 377 of the No Agenda show on January 26, 2012. Curry broadcasts from Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, while Dvorak joins from Northern Silicon Valley. They exchange greetings and briefly discuss the local fiber optic infrastructure in the Caribbean. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [bonaire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bonaire.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Adam Curry Proposes to Miki Willis in Bonaire (6:35–11:33) Adam Curry recounts his marriage proposal to Miki Willis at the highest point in Bonaire, Seroe Largu. The event was kept secret from John C. Dvorak, who learned about it via Facebook and his wife. Curry describes the logistics of the surprise, including staying at a location referred to as "The Lair" and the rainy weather conditions on the island. Keywords: miki willis, [bonaire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bonaire.md), [marriage proposal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marriage-proposal.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), lex luthor [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Obama State of the Union 2012 Script Comparison (11:33–15:32) Barack Obama delivered the 2012 State of the Union address, which critics and the GOP compared to his 2010 and 2011 speeches. Audio clips highlight nearly identical phrasing regarding college costs, immigration reform, and infrastructure repair across three years. The repetition suggests a lack of new policy initiatives or a reliance on recycled campaign rhetoric. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [state of the union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-of-the-union.md), [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md), speech writing, [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Student Loan Interest Rates Set to Double (15:33–19:37) Student loan interest rates are projected to double from 3.4% to 6.8% in July 2012 due to the expiration of a 2007 provision. This increase occurs despite Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke's commitment to near-zero interest rates through 2014. The discrepancy between cheap money for banks and high rates for students is identified as a potential new financial crisis. Keywords: [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), tuition debt [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Seal Team Six Rescue of Jessica Buchanan in Somalia (19:38–24:17) Seal Team Six executed a night raid in Somalia to rescue American aid worker Jessica Buchanan and a Danish colleague. The timing of the mission, coinciding with the State of the Union, draws skepticism regarding its political utility. Questions are raised about the intelligence reporting on Buchanan's failing health and the lack of diverse photographic evidence of the hostage. Keywords: [seal team six](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seal-team-six.md), jessica buchanan, [somalia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somalia.md), [djibouti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/djibouti.md), [al-shabaab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-shabaab.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Executive Producer Donation from Accra Ghana (24:20–25:51) Sir Dean Bertram from Accra, Ghana, is named the executive producer for episode 377 following a donation of $239.43. The hosts discuss the current state of donations and the impact of the economic crisis on the show's value-for-value model. Keywords: accra ghana, [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Valerie Jarrett Presence in the First Lady's Box (26:09–29:27) Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett sat in the First Lady's box during the State of the Union, a position typically reserved for the Director of Legislative Affairs. Other notable guests included Steve Jobs' widow and Warren Buffett's secretary. The highly scripted nature of the television pool shots, which anticipated the President's mentions of specific guests, is criticized as overly theatrical. Keywords: [valerie jarrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valerie-jarrett.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [state of the union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-of-the-union.md), [steve jobs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-jobs.md), [warren buffett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warren-buffett.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Obama Re-election Strategy and the Half-Haircut Meme (29:28–32:31) The Obama campaign is allegedly utilizing a "finish the job" meme to appeal to the electorate, particularly millennials. This strategy is compared to a viral video titled "Half a Haircut," suggesting that the President needs a second term to complete the work started in the first. The hosts argue this is a psychological tactic to deflect from first-term failures. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [re-election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/re-election.md), campaign meme, [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Alec Baldwin on Infrastructure and Eisenhower's Highway System (32:32–38:39) Actor Alec Baldwin appeared on Piers Morgan's program to support President Obama's call for large-scale infrastructure projects. The discussion critiques the historical narrative of the Interstate Highway System, arguing it was a military project and a subsidy for the trucking industry at the expense of railroads. The hosts dispute the idea that such projects are the primary drivers of economic recovery. Keywords: [alec baldwin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alec-baldwin.md), [piers morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piers-morgan.md), [dwight eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwight-eisenhower.md), interstate highway, [trucking industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trucking-industry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Second Term Presidential Flexibility Myth (38:40–40:38) Alec Baldwin's claim that presidents "let it rip" and become more philosophically bold in their second terms is challenged using historical examples. The second terms of Nixon, Clinton, and Bush are cited as periods of scandal, impeachment, or economic collapse rather than successful policy expansion. The hosts argue that second terms rarely result in the "dreamy projects" Baldwin anticipates. Keywords: presidential terms, second term, [richard nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Gabrielle Giffords Resignation and Political Theater (40:40–45:37) Representative Gabrielle Giffords announced her resignation from Congress to focus on her recovery following the 2011 Tucson shooting. The emotional tribute by Debbie Wasserman Schultz on the House floor is characterized by the hosts as a scripted theatrical performance. They suggest Giffords is being positioned as a future political asset for the Democratic Party. Keywords: [gabrielle giffords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gabrielle-giffords.md), [debbie wasserman schultz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debbie-wasserman-schultz.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), [resignation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resignation.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Jan Brewer Confrontation with Obama in Phoenix (45:38–47:10) Arizona Governor Jan Brewer was photographed pointing her finger at President Obama during a heated exchange on the tarmac at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The disagreement centered on Brewer's portrayal of the President in her book, "Scorpions for Breakfast." The hosts speculate on the underlying political tensions regarding Arizona's immigration laws and the Giffords resignation. Keywords: [jan brewer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jan-brewer.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [air force one](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-force-one.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Speculation on Jeb Bush Entering the 2012 Race (47:11–51:32) With the Republican primary ongoing, speculation arises that a new candidate like Jeb Bush might enter the race to consolidate the party. A Rasmussen report indicates that 33% of voters desire a new Republican option. The hosts suggest that if Bush appears physically "trimmed down" in media appearances, it would be a definitive signal of his intent to run. Keywords: [jeb bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeb-bush.md), [republican primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-primary.md), rasmussen report, [chris christie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-christie.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Aaron Burnett and the Mitt Romney Mexican Heritage Story (51:32–53:24) CNN host Aaron Burnett teased a story regarding Mitt Romney's Mexican heritage during an interview with Senator Jim DeMint. Romney's father, George Romney, was born in a Mormon colony in Mexico, a fact being used as a "birther" style distraction in the media. The hosts criticize Burnett's delivery and the sensationalist nature of the reporting. Keywords: [aaron burnett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aaron-burnett.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), jim demint, [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Reverend James David Manning on Newt Gingrich (53:25–57:02) Reverend James David Manning presents a satirical theory claiming Newt Gingrich has a "black liberal father" based on his birth name, Newton Leroy McPherson. The segment includes Manning's characteristic hyperbolic style, which the hosts find entertaining. This leads to a broader discussion on the absurdity of racial and heritage-based attacks in the 2012 election. Keywords: [james david manning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-david-manning.md), [newt gingrich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newt-gingrich.md), leroy mcpherson, [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [birtherism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birtherism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/16.md) ### 17. John Kerry Hockey Injury and CIA Intimidation Theory (57:05–1:00:24) Senator John Kerry appeared in public with two black eyes and a broken nose, officially attributed to a hockey mishap. An alternative theory is proposed linking the injury to the indictment of former CIA officer John Kiriakou, who worked for Kerry's committee. The hosts suggest the injury might have been a physical warning from the intelligence community to keep his staff in line. Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [john kiriakou](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kiriakou.md), hockey injury, [interrogation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interrogation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/17.md) ### 18. No Agenda PR Associates and Domain Name Donations (1:00:24–1:02:13) Listeners have registered and forwarded several domain names to the No Agenda website as a form of promotion. Notable domains include noagendaSuperPAC.com, glutenfreestrippers.com, and 2americans1drone.com. These contributions are acknowledged as part of the show's "PR Associates" segment. Keywords: [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), superpac, gluten free strippers, [uav](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uav.md), pr associates [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Launch of ReadNoAgenda.com Transcription Service (1:02:13–1:04:30) The No Agenda community has launched a transcription service at readnoagenda.com, using the FanScribed platform. Episode 376 was transcribed in its entirety by volunteers, making the show searchable via Google and accessible to the hearing-impaired. The hosts praise the "No Agenda family" for this technical milestone. Keywords: [transcription](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transcription.md), fanscribed, google index, [accessibility](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accessibility.md), readnoagenda [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/19.md) ### 20. State of the Union Applause-o-Meter Results (1:04:31–1:06:09) A listener named Kevin provided a breakdown of the 2012 State of the Union address, noting that 19 minutes and 45 seconds of the 71-minute speech were consumed by applause. This represents roughly 28% of the total time. The data shows a slight decrease in opening applause compared to previous years, though the overall script length remained consistent. Keywords: [state of the union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-of-the-union.md), applause, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [data analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-analysis.md), speech duration [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Radioactive Tissue Holders from China (1:06:11–1:08:51) Reports of radioactive tissue holders sold at Bed Bath & Beyond lead to a discussion on contaminated products imported from China. Adam Curry describes testing a Geiger counter app on his Android phone that allegedly detected radiation in his studio. The hosts express concern over the lack of government screening for radioactive scrap metal in consumer goods. Keywords: [radioactivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radioactivity.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [geiger counter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geiger-counter.md), bed bath and beyond, [android app](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android-app.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/21.md) ### 22. John McCain Stand-up Comedy Routine and Uncle Don Jokes (1:08:52–1:14:10) A compilation of John McCain's recurring jokes from various speeches is presented as a mock stand-up routine. The jokes cover his time at the Naval Academy and his experience as a prisoner of war. This is followed by an anecdote about "Uncle Don" and a joke involving a Chinese spy's misunderstanding of American sports like football and baseball. Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [stand-up comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stand-up-comedy.md), [jokes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jokes.md), [naval academy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naval-academy.md), [sports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/22.md) ### 23. India and China Trading Oil for Gold with Iran (1:14:11–1:18:19) India and China are reportedly bypassing U.S. and EU sanctions by purchasing Iranian oil using gold instead of U.S. dollars. This shift is significant as these two nations account for 40% of Iran's oil exports. The hosts discuss how this move could potentially devalue the dollar while driving up the global price of gold. Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md), [oil sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-sanctions.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Obama Administration Strategy to Kill the Dollar (1:18:20–1:20:01) Investor Kyle Bass reports that a senior Obama administration official admitted the plan to grow U.S. exports involves "killing the dollar." Since the administration will not allow nominal wage deflation, currency devaluation is seen as the only remaining lever to make American goods competitive. The hosts analyze the implications of this policy on domestic savings and global trade. Keywords: [kyle bass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyle-bass.md), [dollar devaluation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dollar-devaluation.md), [exports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exports.md), nominal wages, [obama administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-administration.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/24.md) ### 25. USS Enterprise and Potential False Flag in Hormuz (1:20:02–1:24:12) The USS Enterprise, an aging nuclear-powered aircraft carrier slated for decommissioning, has been deployed to the Straits of Hormuz. The hosts speculate that the ship's eight nuclear reactors make it a high-risk asset that could be used in a "false flag" operation to justify military action against Iran. Historical precedents like the USS Maine and the Gulf of Tonkin incident are discussed. Keywords: [uss enterprise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uss-enterprise.md), [straits of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straits-of-hormuz.md), [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md), [nuclear reactor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-reactor.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Economic Warnings from George Soros and Christine Lagarde (1:24:13–1:25:50) George Soros and IMF head Christine Lagarde have issued warnings about the potential for a global Great Depression and rising civil unrest in the United States. The hosts interpret these statements as "red book" predictions intended to allow these figures to claim foresight after an economic collapse occurs. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [christine lagarde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-lagarde.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [great depression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/great-depression.md), [civil unrest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-unrest.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Eurozone Crisis and the Cleanest Dirty Shirt Meme (1:25:50–1:30:30) The Eurozone crisis is analyzed through the lens of a "This American Life" report and statements from PIMCO executives. A new financial meme, "the cleanest dirty shirt," is used to describe the U.S. economy's relative standing in a world of failing sovereign debt. The hosts suggest that Greek debt figures were manipulated by technocrats to trigger a controlled default. Keywords: [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md), [pimco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pimco.md), [sovereign debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereign-debt.md), financial repression [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Currency Devaluation and the Failure of the Euro (1:30:30–1:33:30) The structural flaws of the Euro are discussed, specifically the inability of countries like Greece, Spain, and Italy to devalue their currency to remain competitive. The hosts recall the transition from local currencies like the Guilder and Lira to the Euro, noting the immediate and massive inflation that occurred. They predict that Italy may be the next major economy to face a default. Keywords: [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [portugal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portugal.md), [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [currency devaluation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency-devaluation.md), [lira](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lira.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Listener Donations and Karma Requests (1:33:32–1:41:13) The hosts read a series of donations from listeners, including several "palindrome" amounts. Listeners request "karma" for various life events, such as motorcycle exams, new jobs, and upcoming births. One donor compares the show's fundraising to an MDA telethon, prompting a discussion on the show's financial transparency and the "value-for-value" model. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), mda telethon, [palindrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palindrome.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Texas Unclaimed Property and State Refunds (1:41:14–1:43:57) A listener from Dallas, Texas, discovered $54.12 in unclaimed property from a previous energy provider and donated the proceeds to the show. This prompts the hosts to encourage all listeners to search their respective state databases for forgotten funds. Adam Curry attempts to search the New Jersey database during the show, leading to a discussion on the legitimacy of these state-run sites. Keywords: [unclaimed property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unclaimed-property.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [refunds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refunds.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [state government](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-government.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Closing Donations and No Agenda Super PAC (1:43:57–1:49:42) The final set of donations for the episode is acknowledged, including contributions from Amsterdam and Iowa. The hosts remind listeners that they can send physical checks or use automated bank payment systems to support the show. The idea of forming a "No Agenda Super PAC" for the 2016 election cycle is briefly revisited as a potential project. Keywords: [super pac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-pac.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [bank checks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-checks.md), [2016 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2016-election.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/31.md) ### 32. MegaUpload Bust and the OPEN Act Smokescreen (1:49:43–1:53:56) The legal troubles of MegaUpload and the withdrawal of attorney Robert Bennett are discussed. The hosts argue that the focus on SOPA and PIPA was a distraction from the "OPEN Act" and technical changes to the DNS system (DNSSEC). They suggest that the true power to censor the internet lies in the technical infrastructure managed by ICANN rather than legislative bills. Keywords: megaupload, [open act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-act.md), [sopa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sopa.md), [pipa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipa.md), [dnssec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnssec.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Anish Chopra and Internet Policy Principles (1:53:57–1:58:53) Anish Chopra, the U.S. Chief Technology Officer, is criticized for using corporate buzzwords to describe "internet policy principles." The hosts link Chopra to Vivek Kundra and discuss their history in Washington D.C. and Virginia government. They argue that the administration's "voluntary" industry standards are a move toward greater government control over the internet economy. Keywords: [anish chopra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anish-chopra.md), [vivek kundra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivek-kundra.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), internet policy [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Obama Religious Conversion and Atheism Claims (1:58:54–2:01:51) A clip of President Obama discussing his conversion to Christianity at age 30 is analyzed. The hosts cite reports from the "Alsterman Report" claiming that the Obamas are actually atheists who mock religious voters in private. They suggest the President's public religious stance is a political necessity rather than a sincere belief. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [christianity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christianity.md), [atheism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atheism.md), prayer breakfast, alsterman report [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/34.md) ### 35. ShoreBank and the Obama Campaign Finance Scam (2:01:52–2:06:36) ShoreBank, a Chicago-based institution now known as Urban Partnership Bank, is alleged to be a "whitewashing" operation for political funds. The bank, which received bailout money and has a presence in Islamabad, Pakistan, is linked to the Obama administration. The hosts suggest that campaign donations are being funneled through such institutions to bypass standard financial oversight. Keywords: shorebank, urban partnership bank, [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [islamabad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islamabad.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Banker Influence and the IMF Buildings in D.C. (2:06:37–2:10:45) The physical proximity of the IMF, World Bank, and Federal Reserve buildings in Washington D.C. is highlighted as evidence of the "bankers' surrounding the center of power." The hosts discuss the massive scale of these underground facilities and speculate on how pallets of cash from conflict zones like Iraq and Afghanistan might be laundered back into the U.S. political system. 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