# Acquisition Malpractice

> A massive failure in Pentagon procurement logic surfaces as the global energy map pivots from oil to natural gas, sparking corporate warfare across the Mediterranean.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 381
- **Published:** 2012-02-09
- **Length:** 2h 30m
- **Topics:** F-35 Malpractice, Leviathan Gas, [Noble Energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noble-energy.md), Syria Staging, Drone Legislation, Mittelstand, Haiti Cholera
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice

## About this episode

Pentagon official Frank Kendall admits the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program represents acquisition malpractice after the aircraft entered production years before its first test flight. This revelation coincides with the 50th anniversary of the United States embargo against Cuba, a policy recently condemned by a 186-to-2 vote in the United Nations General Assembly. These institutional failures highlight a growing disconnect between federal procurement strategies and international diplomatic reality.

Geopolitical tensions shift from oil to natural gas as the 2010 discovery of the Leviathan gas field off the coast of Israel reshapes the Mediterranean. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Houston-based Noble Energy face scrutiny over their roles in Cyprus and Turkey, while the economic crisis in Greece facilitates the privatization of the Public Gas Corporation to interests linked to Goldman Sachs. In Syria, CNN reporter Anderson Cooper and an activist known as Danny face allegations of staging war footage in Homs to provoke Western intervention. Meanwhile, the FAA moves forward with an $11 billion NextGen air traffic control system that expands domestic drone use under the guidance of former CIA Director Michael Hayden.

President Barack Obama demonstrates a marshmallow shooter at the White House while schools in Cupertino enforce zero-tolerance lockdowns over Nerf guns. Adam Curry shares failed voiceover auditions for Old Navy to illustrate the necessity of the Value for Value model. The episode concludes with a look at the Maldives coup and a WikiLeaks cable suggesting Mohamed Nasheed accepted climate change bribes.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/transcript.md.

### 1. Super Bowl XLVI, Fractal Theory and Viewership Statistics (0:00–5:12)

The hosts analyze the outcome of Super Bowl XLVI, specifically addressing a failed "fractal theory" prediction regarding the New York Giants' victory over the New England Patriots. They compare the actual viewership of 111 million people against inflated media claims of billions of global viewers. The discussion highlights the discrepancy between advertiser data and public relations narratives surrounding major sporting events.

Keywords: super bowl xlvi, eli manning, [tom brady](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-brady.md), fractal theory, [viewership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viewership.md), [nielsen ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nielsen-ratings.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Barack Obama, Matt Lauer Super Bowl Interview Analysis (5:13–9:30)

President Barack Obama's pre-game interview with Matt Lauer is deconstructed, focusing on specific linguistic choices regarding Israel's potential strike on Iranian nuclear sites. The analysis highlights Obama's use of the phrase "what they need to do" rather than "what they will do" as a subtle policy signal. The segment also critiques Lauer's "human interest" questions about the Obama daughters' interest in Tom Brady and Justin Bieber.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [matt lauer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lauer.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [executive privilege](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-privilege.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Obama Campaign Strategy, Economic Recovery and American Values (9:30–14:19)

The 2012 Obama re-election campaign is analyzed through the lens of the "halfway done" meme and the President's assertion that he "deserves" a second term. The discussion critiques the administration's shift from "saved or created" jobs to simply "created" jobs while citing an 8.3% unemployment rate. The hosts challenge the President's definition of "old-fashioned American values" as a rhetorical move toward collectivism.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [unemployment rate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment-rate.md), [manufacturing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manufacturing.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [american values](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-values.md), [campaign 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-2012.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Chrysler Super Bowl Commercial, Clint Eastwood Halftime in America (14:19–17:39)

The "Halftime in America" Chrysler commercial featuring Clint Eastwood is identified as a pro-Obama campaign tool disguised as a corporate advertisement. The analysis suggests Eastwood was "suckered" into participating in a narrative that mirrors the administration's "second half" re-election theme. The hosts dismiss the general cultural obsession with Super Bowl commercials as a marketing scam.

Keywords: [clint eastwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clint-eastwood.md), [chrysler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrysler.md), super bowl commercials, [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), [political messaging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-messaging.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Cuban Embargo, 50th Anniversary and UN General Assembly Vote (17:38–20:02)

The 50th anniversary of the United States embargo against Cuba is noted, highlighting its status as the longest-running embargo in history. The summary cites a United Nations General Assembly vote where 186 nations called for the repeal of the sanctions, with only the United States and Israel voting in opposition. The segment traces the embargo's history from the Kennedy administration through the 1996 Helms-Burton Act.

Keywords: [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), [embargo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/embargo.md), [john f. kennedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-f-kennedy.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), helms-burton act, [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/5.md)

### 6. No Agenda Executive Producers, Donation Segment and Travel Karma (20:02–33:25)

Executive Producer Moise Khan provides an update from Canada regarding his visit to the Osama bin Laden compound in Pakistan and his son's placement on a no-fly list. The hosts process various donations, including a "palindrome" donation for February 10, 2012, and discuss the "Value for Value" funding model. The segment includes the "No Agenda National Anthem" and a critique of Adobe's forensic software for detecting Photoshopped images.

Keywords: moise khan, bin laden compound, [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [no-fly list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-fly-list.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Global Energy Shift, Natural Gas vs Oil Markets (33:26–39:29)

A new geopolitical model is introduced, positing that global conflict has shifted from a focus on oil to a focus on natural gas. The transition is attributed to Japan's post-Fukushima energy needs and Germany's abandonment of nuclear power, both of which have spiked demand for gas. The segment establishes the strategic importance of Turkey as a transit hub for Russian and Middle Eastern gas flowing to Europe.

Keywords: [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), [energy markets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-markets.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Leviathan Gas Field, Arab Spring and Pipeline Sabotage (39:29–45:32)

The 2010 discovery of the Leviathan gas field off the coast of Israel is identified as the primary catalyst for the Arab Spring and regional destabilization. The theory suggests that conflicts in Egypt, Libya, and Syria were engineered to disrupt existing gas pipelines and create scarcity. This disruption allows for the emergence of a new export route from Israel through Cyprus and Greece to the European market.

Keywords: [leviathan gas field](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leviathan-gas-field.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [cyprus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyprus.md), [arab spring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arab-spring.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Greek Energy Privatization, George Papakonstantinou and DEPA (45:33–53:17)

The economic crisis in Greece is reframed as a strategic move to privatize state energy assets, specifically the Public Gas Corporation (DEPA). Former Finance Minister George Papakonstantinou's transition to Energy Minister is highlighted as he negotiates a gas hub deal with Israel. The segment links the Greek bailout delays to the forced sale of infrastructure to corporate interests affiliated with Goldman Sachs.

Keywords: [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [depa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depa.md), george papakonstantinou, [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [privatization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privatization.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Noble Energy, Hillary Clinton and Corporate Warfare (53:18–57:21)

Houston-based Noble Energy is identified as a key player in the Mediterranean gas dispute, maintaining close ties to the Bush and Clinton families. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's diplomatic efforts in Cyprus and Turkey are characterized as corporate protectionism for Noble Energy's drilling interests. The conflict in Syria is described as a proxy battle between competing corporate factions and their respective government allies.

Keywords: [noble energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noble-energy.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [cyprus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyprus.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [offshore drilling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/offshore-drilling.md), [corporate warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-warfare.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Syrian Conflict, Muslim Brotherhood and Geopolitical Factions (57:21–1:02:44)

Expert Patrick Seale provides analysis on the internal and external factions driving the Syrian civil war, emphasizing the role of the Muslim Brotherhood. The conflict is framed as a concerted attack on the Iran-Syria axis to break Russian and Chinese influence in the Middle East. The summary notes the historical context of the 1982 Hama massacre and its influence on current insurgent motivations.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [muslim brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md), patrick seale, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [hama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Media Staging, Anderson Cooper and "Danny" in Homs (1:02:44–1:07:30)

The hosts critique CNN's coverage of the siege of Homs, specifically the recurring appearances of an activist known as "Danny" on Skype. They suggest the reports are staged or exaggerated, noting the lack of verified footage and the activist's slip-of-the-tongue requesting "US" intervention instead of "UN" intervention. The segment highlights the media's reliance on unverified YouTube videos as a primary source for war reporting.

Keywords: [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [homs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homs.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [media propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-propaganda.md), [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Barbara Walters, Bashar al-Assad Interview Analysis (1:07:31–1:12:29)

Excerpts from Barbara Walters' December 2011 interview with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad are reviewed. Assad challenges the credibility of United Nations reports regarding human rights abuses, demanding concrete evidence and names of victims. He characterizes the UN as a tool of Western policy and suggests that neighboring Arab states are following a political agenda rather than humanitarian concerns.

Keywords: [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [barbara walters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-walters.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Zbigniew Brzezinski, Turkey and the New West (1:12:29–1:17:08)

Zbigniew Brzezinski's comments on expanding "the West" to include Russia and Turkey are analyzed in the context of energy pipelines. The hosts dispute Brzezinski's characterization of Turkey as a modern, secular democracy, pointing to the rise of Islamic influence in the country. The discussion suggests Brzezinski's rhetoric serves the interests of the "New Energy Order" by aligning transit countries with Western corporate goals.

Keywords: [zbigniew brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zbigniew-brzezinski.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [secularism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secularism.md), world governance

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/14.md)

### 15. White House Press Briefing, Jay Carney and Russian Reporter (1:17:08–1:24:42)

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney is confronted by a Russian reporter, Andrei, regarding the legal grounds for US sanctions against Syria. Carney struggles to provide specific legal justifications, relying on "international consensus" and media reports of violence. The reporter further questions whether US Special Forces are operating covertly within Syria to undermine the Assad regime, a question Carney avoids answering directly.

Keywords: [jay carney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-carney.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [international law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-law.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Iran-Saudi Relations, Nuclear Rhetoric and Energy Alliances (1:24:43–1:28:51)

The segment explores the possibility of a strategic alliance between Iran and Saudi Arabia based on shared energy interests, despite their religious and regional rivalry. The hosts argue that Western rhetoric regarding Iran's nuclear program is designed to keep Saudi Arabia fearful and prevent a regional energy bloc from forming. This "sabre-rattling" is seen as a method to maintain US and Israeli influence over Middle Eastern resources.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [shia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shia.md), [sunni](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunni.md), [energy security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-security.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Corporate Interests, Goldman Sachs and Global Gas Deals (1:28:51–1:35:08)

The discussion synthesizes the "Gas Model," linking Goldman Sachs' influence in Greece and Italy to the broader corporate battle for European energy dominance. Connections are drawn between Noble Energy, the Clinton-Bush political apparatus, and Glencore's Mark Rich. The hosts conclude that the Arab Spring and various Mediterranean conflicts are essentially corporate wars fought over maritime borders and pipeline routes.

Keywords: [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [noble energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noble-energy.md), [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md), [mark rich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-rich.md), [glencore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glencore.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Valentine's Day Donations, Palindrome Dates and Voiceover Demos (1:35:08–1:56:30)

The hosts conduct an extensive donation segment, acknowledging "Value for Value" supporters and preparing for the February 14, 2012, palindrome date. Adam Curry plays a series of "failed" voiceover auditions for Old Navy to demonstrate the necessity of listener support. The segment includes numerous "karma" requests for health, employment, and legal issues, as well as birthday shout-outs for community members.

Keywords: [valentine's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valentine-s-day.md), [palindrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palindrome.md), [old navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/old-navy.md), [voiceover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voiceover.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Nicholas Kristof, Media Access and Syria Propaganda (1:56:30–1:58:57)

New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof is critiqued for his comments regarding the difficulty of "galvanizing" international action without professional television footage from Syria. The hosts suggest Kristof is a "shill" for interventionist policies, comparing his role to George Clooney's activism. The discussion highlights the use of cell phone video as a tool for creating "critical mass" for UN and Arab League intervention.

Keywords: [nicholas kristof](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicholas-kristof.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), media footage

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/19.md)

### 20. FAA Drone Legislation, Michael Hayden and Autonomous Systems (1:58:57–2:05:52)

The passage of an FAA bill regarding domestic drone use is analyzed, with the hosts arguing it is primarily a funding vehicle for the $11 billion "NextGen" air traffic control system. Former CIA Director Michael Hayden's criticism of the Obama administration's drone assassination program is highlighted. The discussion distinguishes between "pilotless" (remotely piloted) and "autonomous" drones, warning of the dangers of AI-driven lethal force.

Keywords: [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [michael hayden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hayden.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), nextgen atc

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/20.md)

### 21. F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, Acquisition Malpractice (2:05:52–2:07:50)

Pentagon official Frank Kendall's admission that the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program was "acquisition malpractice" is discussed. The summary notes that the aircraft was put into production years before its first test flight, leading to massive cost overruns and technical failures. The F-35 is described as a bloated multinational project that has wasted billions in taxpayer funds across NATO member states.

Keywords: [f-35](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-35.md), [joint strike fighter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-strike-fighter.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [frank kendall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frank-kendall.md), [acquisition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acquisition.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/21.md)

### 22. German Economic Success, Deutsche Mark Rumors and Herrenknecht (2:07:51–2:12:20)

The hosts examine a PBS report on the German "Mittelstand" (medium-sized family firms) and their role in the country's export success. They mock a specific quote about making "the thing that goes inside the thing" and point out that the featured "small family firm" is actually Herrenknecht, a $1.5 billion global leader in tunnel boring machines. Rumors of Germany secretly printing Deutsche Marks in preparation for a Euro collapse are also mentioned.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), deutsche mark, [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), herrenknecht, [manufacturing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manufacturing.md), [exports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exports.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/22.md)

### 23. School Zero Tolerance, Nerf Guns and Marshmallow Shooters (2:12:20–2:13:45)

A lockdown at Cupertino High School triggered by a Nerf gun is used to illustrate the absurdity of "zero tolerance" policies in American schools. The hosts compare the punishment of students for playing a game called "Assassin" with foam toys to President Obama's public demonstration of a marshmallow gun at the White House. The segment concludes with a recommendation for homeschooling to avoid such institutional "fiascos."

Keywords: cupertino high school, nerf guns, [zero tolerance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zero-tolerance.md), marshmallow gun, [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Haiti Cholera Outbreak, Bill Gates and Vaccine Controversy (2:13:46–2:18:19)

The summary covers the launch of a cholera vaccination campaign in Haiti using the drug Shanchol, developed with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The hosts link the outbreak to UN peacekeepers and question why a new, expensive vaccine is being used instead of traditional water and sanitation infrastructure. Additionally, a dental office poster promoting the HPV vaccine for oral cancer prevention is critiqued as a new marketing tactic.

Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [cholera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cholera.md), [bill & melinda gates foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-melinda-gates-foundation.md), [sanofi pasteur](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanofi-pasteur.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [hpv vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv-vaccine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/24.md)

### 25. LeRoy Tic Mystery, PANS Diagnosis and Media Blackout (2:18:20–2:24:23)

The ongoing medical mystery in LeRoy, New York, involving a cluster of teenagers with tics is updated with a new diagnosis of Pediatric Acute Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS). The hosts critique the initial "conversion disorder" diagnosis and the media's decision to stop showing footage of the girls, which they characterize as a cover-up. They suggest the symptoms may be linked to vaccines like Gardasil or environmental factors rather than "social media contagion."

Keywords: leroy ny, [conversion disorder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conversion-disorder.md), pans, [pandas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandas.md), [dr. drew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-drew.md), [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Maldives Coup, Climate Change Bribery and Dollar Devaluation (2:24:24–2:30:10)

A WikiLeaks cable reveals that the Maldives reportedly signed the Copenhagen Climate Accord in exchange for $50 million, tarnishing the reputation of ousted President Mohamed Nasheed. The show concludes with a report from Forbes stating the Federal Reserve's explicit goal is to devalue the US dollar by 33% over the next 20 years. The hosts sign off by encouraging Valentine's Day donations to maintain the show's independent status.

Keywords: [maldives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maldives.md), mohamed nasheed, [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), copenhagen accord, [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [dollar devaluation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dollar-devaluation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/381-acquisition-malpractice/chapter/26.md)

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