# Camels Everywhere!

> A viral humanitarian campaign masks a scramble for Ugandan oil as the executive branch claims the unilateral power to act as judge, jury, and executioner.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 389
- **Published:** 2012-03-08
- **Length:** 2h 29m
- **Topics:** [Kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [AFRICOM](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africom.md), Targeted Killings, Syria Intervention, [Law of the Sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/law-of-the-sea.md), Gold Repatriation
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere

## About this episode

The Kony 2012 viral campaign is exposed as a sophisticated propaganda tool designed to secure Western oil interests for Tullow Oil in Uganda. While celebrities like George Clooney and Rihanna promote the Invisible Children video, financial filings reveal millions in revenue flowing through front organizations to justify an AFRICOM military presence in Central Africa. The Lord's Resistance Army is characterized as a diminished force being used as a pretext for permanent regional intervention.

Attorney General Eric Holder defended the extrajudicial assassination of American citizens in a speech at Northwestern University, claiming executive authority overrides traditional judicial process. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Admiral Dempsey suggested to a Senate committee that UN or NATO resolutions could bypass Congressional authorization for military action in Syria. This expansion of executive power coincides with Senator John McCain demanding airstrikes against Bashar al-Assad and the discovery of the Leviathan gas fields in the Mediterranean, which has reignited tensions over the Law of the Sea Treaty.

CNN anchor Erin Burnett faces ridicule for a bizarre editorial connecting Rick Santorum to presidential camel history, while Syrian activist Danny Dayem is accused of staging battlefield reports for Anderson Cooper. John C. Dvorak recalls the spartan conditions of Soviet-era Aeroflot flights as the hosts analyze the suspicious shutdown of a Romney family blog. The episode concludes with Pat Robertson’s surprising endorsement of marijuana legalization and reports of Germany seeking to repatriate its gold from the New York Federal Reserve.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/transcript.md.

### 1. No Agenda Episode 389 Introduction, South by Southwest Observations (0:01–3:48)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 389 from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley. They discuss International Women's Day and the arrival of tech industry attendees at the Bergstrom International Airport for the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival. Curry mentions hosting Molly Wood at his home during the event.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [mollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mollywood.md), [international women's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-women-s-day.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Kony 2012 Viral Video, Uganda Oil Interests (3:48–11:27)

The viral Kony 2012 video is analyzed as a propaganda tool designed to justify U.S. military intervention in Central Africa. Evidence suggests the campaign serves to protect Western oil interests, specifically Tullow Oil's billion-dollar finds in Uganda. The Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) is described as a diminished force, while the video is framed as a means to establish a permanent base for AFRICOM.

Keywords: [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), lra, [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), tullow oil, [africom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africom.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Celebrity Endorsements, Invisible Children Production History (11:28–14:36)

The involvement of high-profile celebrities like George Clooney, Rihanna, and P. Diddy in promoting the Kony 2012 campaign is criticized. The film, directed by Jason Russell, is revealed to be a recut version of footage dating back to 2004. The hosts question the authenticity of the emotional appeals used in the production.

Keywords: [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [jason russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [p. diddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/p-diddy.md), [rihanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rihanna.md), bobby bailey

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Invisible Children Financials, Charity Front Organizations (14:36–19:40)

An examination of the financial filings for the Invisible Children charity reveals $10 million in revenue, with significant funding from the Oprah Winfrey Foundation and Humanity United. A commercial entity, Invisible Children Feature Film LLC, received $850,000 for production. The board of directors includes actress Kristen Bell and her partner Jedediah Jenkins.

Keywords: invisible children llc, humanity united foundation, [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), jedediah jenkins, [kristen bell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kristen-bell.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Kony 2012 Website, Targeted Politicians (19:40–22:52)

The Kony 2012 website's list of targeted "culture makers" and policymakers is scrutinized for its specific inclusions. Representative Kay Granger of Texas is highlighted due to her positions on the Subcommittee for Defense and the Council on Foreign Relations. The hosts suggest the site's design and target list are strategically crafted to influence specific political and corporate figures.

Keywords: kay granger, ileana ros-lehtinen, [stephen harper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-harper.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [council on foreign relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/council-on-foreign-relations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Rush Limbaugh Slut Controversy, Republican Debate Distraction (22:54–26:54)

The controversy surrounding Rush Limbaugh's comments about Sandra Fluke is characterized as a deliberate media distraction. The theory posits that the focus on contraception and "slut" rhetoric was engineered to move the Republican primary conversation away from religious issues that were harming Mitt Romney. The hosts link the ownership of Clear Channel by Bain Capital to the timing of the outburst.

Keywords: [rush limbaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rush-limbaugh.md), sandra fluke, [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [bain capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bain-capital.md), [clear channel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clear-channel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/6.md)

### 7. California Porn Industry, Potential Move to Arizona (26:53–30:34)

The adult film industry is considering relocating from California to Phoenix, Arizona, following new health regulations requiring performers to wear condoms. Industry figures like Taryn Thomas argue against government overreach, while critics like Shelly Lubin warn of potential social impacts. A performer compares the condom mandate to a construction worker's hard hat, arguing it changes the final product.

Keywords: [porn industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/porn-industry.md), [phoenix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phoenix.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), condom mandate, taryn thomas, shelly lubin

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Obama Contraceptive Mandate, Pharmaceutical Industry Profits (30:34–34:24)

The Obama administration's mandate for insurance coverage of contraceptives is framed as a windfall for the pharmaceutical industry. By eliminating co-pays, the policy encourages the use of expensive brand-name drugs over generics, benefiting companies like Pfizer. This shift is expected to drive up overall insurance premiums despite the lack of immediate cost to the consumer.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), sally sussman, healthcare mandate, [generics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generics.md), [insurance rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance-rates.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Executive Producer Credits, Rob Seelock Donation (34:24–36:48)

Rob Seelock from Alberta and Oracle Broadcasting from Round Rock, Texas, are credited as executive producers for their financial contributions. Seelock's note mentions his wife's skepticism of the podcast and his pursuit of a second knighthood. The hosts discuss the value of listener support in maintaining the show's independent research.

Keywords: rob seelock, oracle broadcasting, [alberta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alberta.md), [round rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-rock.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Talk Radio Models, Dvorak and Curry Chemistry (36:48–41:08)

The hosts compare the traditional solo talk radio model used by Sean Hannity and Rush Limbaugh to the conversational podcast format. They argue that the chemistry between two opinionated hosts provides a necessary balance that is missing in modern broadcasting. Curry praises Dvorak's role in providing a counterpoint to his own theories.

Keywords: [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [rush limbaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rush-limbaugh.md), [sean hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-hannity.md), [twit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twit.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Oracle Broadcasting, Drone Domain Registrations (41:09–44:23)

Oracle Broadcasting's contribution is acknowledged, leading to a discussion about the company's location in Round Rock, Texas. The hosts also review new drone-related domain names sent in by listeners, including bootydrones.com and droneon.net, reflecting the show's ongoing interest in the proliferation of drone technology.

Keywords: oracle broadcasting, [round rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-rock.md), booty drones, droneon.net, [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/11.md)

### 12. iDrone App Parody, No Agenda Software (44:23–47:46)

A listener-produced parody video for an "iDrone" app is highlighted for its satire of government drone operations. The mock app allows users to select "droning styles" such as "cozy chat" or "lawful and just" and choose media coverage types like "fair and balanced." The hosts suggest the video should be used to counter the Kony 2012 viral campaign.

Keywords: idrone, [iphone app](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone-app.md), [kickstarter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kickstarter.md), [parody](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parody.md), [drone warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-warfare.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Eric Holder Northwestern Speech, Targeted Killing Defense (47:46–51:16)

Attorney General Eric Holder delivered a speech at Northwestern University defending the Obama administration's policy of assassinating U.S. citizens abroad. Holder argued that the government has the authority to use lethal force against enemy belligerents under international law and the Constitution. The speech drew criticism from progressive news outlets like Democracy Now.

Keywords: [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [northwestern university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/northwestern-university.md), [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Due Process vs Judicial Process, Executive Branch Power (51:17–55:51)

Eric Holder's legal distinction between "due process" and "judicial process" is analyzed as a significant expansion of executive power. The hosts argue this interpretation allows the President to act as judge, jury, and executioner without court oversight. They express concern over the lack of congressional outrage, noting that only Ron Paul has consistently challenged the policy.

Keywords: [due process](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/due-process.md), judicial process, [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), death squads, [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Leon Panetta C-SPAN Testimony, International Law vs Constitution (55:51–1:01:55)

During a C-SPAN hearing on Syria, Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Admiral Dempsey suggested that international legal basis, such as UN or NATO resolutions, could override the need for Congressional authorization for military action. Senator Jeff Sessions challenged this view, asserting that the U.S. military answers to the Constitution and Congress, not international bodies.

Keywords: [leon panetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-panetta.md), [jeff sessions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-sessions.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [un security council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/un-security-council.md), [war powers act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-act.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/15.md)

### 16. John McCain Airstrike Demands, Syria Intervention (1:01:55–1:05:25)

Senator John McCain called for the United States to lead an international effort to conduct airstrikes against Bashar al-Assad's forces in Syria. McCain argued that providing military assistance to the Free Syrian Army is no longer sufficient to stop the conflict. The hosts criticize McCain's eagerness for military intervention without a formal declaration of war.

Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [airstrikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstrikes.md), [free syrian army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-syrian-army.md), foreign air power

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Danny Dayem CNN Controversy, Syrian Propaganda (1:05:28–1:11:38)

Syrian activist Danny Dayem, a frequent contributor to CNN, was accused of staging battlefield reports after leaked video appeared to show him coordinating fake gunfire and explosions. Anderson Cooper interviewed Dayem in-studio to refute the claims, but the hosts argue the interview failed to address the most incriminating evidence of audio manipulation.

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

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Russian Helicopter Contracts, Rosoboronexport Sanctions (1:11:40–1:16:23)

The U.S. Department of Defense is under fire for a $1 billion contract with the Russian firm Rosoboronexport to provide MI-17 helicopters for the Afghan military. Senator John Cornyn noted that the same company is supplying weapons to the Syrian regime. The hosts highlight the irony of the U.S. buying Russian equipment while sanctions against the firm were previously lifted in 2010.

Keywords: rosoboronexport, mi-17, [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [john cornyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-cornyn.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Aeroflot Travel Anecdotes, Soviet Era Aviation (1:16:24–1:19:44)

John Dvorak shares personal anecdotes about flying on Aeroflot in the late 1980s. He describes the uncomfortable conditions of the Russian-built Ilyushin aircraft, including oversized bolts and tube radios. He also recalls the behavior of flight attendants who would rush to buy makeup in London and the practice of recycling plastic cups on board.

Keywords: [aeroflot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aeroflot.md), [moscow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), ilyushin, [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Law of the Sea Treaty, Mediterranean Gas Fields (1:19:44–1:26:56)

The Law of the Sea Treaty (LOST) is becoming a focal point of conflict in the Mediterranean due to the discovery of the Leviathan gas fields. Tensions are rising between Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, and Lebanon over exclusive economic zones (EEZ). Senator Jim Inhofe has called for ratification hearings, while the hosts suggest Hillary Clinton will use the treaty to expand UN influence over maritime resources.

Keywords: lost treaty, [leviathan gas field](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leviathan-gas-field.md), [cyprus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyprus.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [jim inhofe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-inhofe.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Michelle Obama Parenting, White House Screen Time Rules (1:27:02–1:31:00)

During an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Michelle Obama discussed the strict rules for her daughters' computer and television usage. The girls are reportedly limited to one hour of screen time during the week, which they must earn through chores and homework. The hosts mock these restrictions as abnormal for modern children and suggest it is a way to keep them from reading criticism of their father online.

Keywords: [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [jay leno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-leno.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [screen time](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screen-time.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Iran War Opposition, Nuclear Power vs Weapons (1:31:01–1:33:24)

Eight retired military and intelligence officials signed an open letter in the Washington Post urging President Obama to avoid war with Iran. The hosts argue that the real conflict is not about nuclear weapons, but about preventing Iran from achieving energy independence through nuclear power, which would threaten global oil interests.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [lawrence wilkerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-wilkerson.md), paul pillar, [nuclear energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-energy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Listener Donations, Karma and De-douching (1:33:25–1:42:44)

A series of listener donations are read, including a contribution from a Taco Bell employee who credits the show's "karma" for his new girlfriend. Other donors seek "de-douching" and karma for job interviews at companies like Apple or for family members taking the SATs. The hosts also discuss the technical process of creating custom iPhone ringtones.

Keywords: [taco bell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taco-bell.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), huntsman karma, [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), seton hall, [ringtones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ringtones.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Dave Matthews Anecdote, Chicken Recipe Discussion (1:42:45–1:46:55)

The hosts tease a "creepy" story about musician Dave Matthews, offering to reveal it for a $1,000 donation. This leads into a detailed discussion of a chicken recipe Dvorak shared with Curry, involving roasting a bird over vegetables in a convection oven. Curry describes the successful results of the "step-down" temperature method.

Keywords: dave matthews, oscar nadal, [vespa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vespa.md), [chicken recipe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicken-recipe.md), convection oven

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Eric Cantor Slip of the Tongue, Virginia Primary (1:46:56–1:50:08)

House Majority Leader Eric Cantor is mocked for a slip of the tongue on Meet the Press, where he appeared to say "hard fart primary" instead of "hard-fought." The hosts use the clip to transition into a discussion about the results of the Virginia Republican primary and the performance of Ron Paul.

Keywords: [eric cantor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-cantor.md), [meet the press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meet-the-press.md), virginia primary, hard fart, [slip of the tongue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slip-of-the-tongue.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Republican Election Strategy, Hillary Clinton 2016 (1:50:08–1:53:25)

A theory is presented that the Republican Party is intentionally throwing the 2012 election to avoid being in power during an inevitable economic collapse. By allowing Obama to win a second term, the GOP can blame him for the downturn and set the stage for a victory in 2016. The hosts suggest this strategy also clears the path for a future Hillary Clinton run.

Keywords: [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [economic collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md), [super pacs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-pacs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Romney Mormon Mommy Blog, Campaign Image Control (1:53:25–1:58:15)

The Mitt Romney campaign reportedly shut down a "Mormon Mommy Blog" run by Romney's daughter-in-law after it posted candid family photos. The hosts argue these photos actually humanized the candidate, and the campaign's aggressive move to suppress them supports the theory that they are sabotaging his image. They speculate on what "mega-fail" moment might be planned for the general election.

Keywords: [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), mormon mommy blog, [buzzfeed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzzfeed.md), sippy cups, [campaign strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-strategy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Ron Paul Super PAC, Unemployment Number Spin (1:58:16–2:01:41)

The "Endorse Liberty" Super PAC supporting Ron Paul is revealed to have ties to former Jon Huntsman and Mitt Romney supporters in Utah. Additionally, the hosts predict that the media will spin rising unemployment numbers as a positive sign, claiming that more people are entering the workforce because they are "optimistic" about the economy.

Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), endorse liberty, [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md), [u6 unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/u6-unemployment.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Cybersecurity Forum, Cloud Computing Sales Pitch (2:01:41–2:05:09)

During a Senate cybersecurity forum, AT&T's Dr. Amoroso promoted cloud computing as the solution to national security threats. Representative Doris Matsui questioned whether ISPs should mandate cloud services for customers. The hosts criticize the testimony as a condescending sales pitch designed to move all private data into government-accessible cloud environments.

Keywords: dr. amoroso, [at&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), doris matsui, [cloud computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-computing.md), [cybersecurity bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity-bill.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Susan Collins Cybersecurity Claims, Three Billion Attacks (2:05:10–2:09:29)

Senator Susan Collins claimed there were three billion cyber attacks on U.S. systems in 2010 to justify a new cybersecurity bill. The hosts debunk this figure, explaining that the "attacks" are likely just routine firewall pings. They name this the "clip of the day" for its absurdity and criticize the lack of technical expertise in Congress.

Keywords: [susan collins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-collins.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), firewall pings, [clip of the day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clip-of-the-day.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/30.md)

### 31. North American Union, State Department Passport Card (2:09:29–2:12:47)

The U.S. State Department's "Passport Card" is identified by the hosts as a precursor to a North American Union ID. While the card is marketed as a convenient way to travel to Canada and Mexico by land or sea, the hosts argue it is the first step toward a unified regional citizenship.

Keywords: passport card, [north american union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-american-union.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), travel.state.gov

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Reality TV Executions, NBC Smash Ratings (2:12:47–2:15:50)

The hosts discuss a Chinese reality show that interviews death row inmates, predicting that a similar concept will eventually come to American television. They also analyze the success of the NBC show "Smash," attributing its high ratings to its appeal to specific demographics and its use of "catfighting" and intrigue.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md), [death row](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death-row.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [smash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smash.md), [ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ratings.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Benjamin Netanyahu Flight Code, Aircraft Tracking (2:15:50–2:17:44)

A listener report from an air traffic control frequency near Baltimore-Washington International Airport suggests that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's flight used the code "LL 033." The hosts note the recurring appearance of the number 33 in high-level diplomatic movements and speculate on its significance.

Keywords: [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), el al, flight 33, potomac approach, [andrews air force base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrews-air-force-base.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Erin Burnett Camel Editorial, CNN Production Quality (2:17:45–2:22:53)

CNN's Erin Burnett is criticized for a bizarre editorial where she linked Rick Santorum's use of the phrase "the straw that broke the camel's back" to a history of presidents and camels. The hosts mock the segment as a career-ending move and suggest the production quality at CNN is intentionally undermining her.

Keywords: [erin burnett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erin-burnett.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), camel toe, [editorial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/editorial.md), [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Egypt NGO Crisis, Ray LaHood's Son (2:22:54–2:26:32)

The release of American NGO workers from Egypt, including the son of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, is linked to a $3 billion IMF aid package for the country. The hosts argue that these NGOs are fronts for CIA-backed efforts to influence foreign elections and that the workers were essentially ransomed by the U.S. government.

Keywords: [ray lahood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ray-lahood.md), sam lahood, [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Pat Robertson Marijuana Stance, Gold Repatriation, Outro (2:26:32–2:29:30)

Pat Robertson's recent endorsement of marijuana legalization is discussed as a major shift in conservative religious rhetoric. The show concludes with a brief mention of Germany and Switzerland requesting to inspect their gold reserves at the New York Federal Reserve and a sign-off amidst warnings of solar storms.

Keywords: [pat robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pat-robertson.md), [marijuana legalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana-legalization.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md), [solar flares](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-flares.md)

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