# Hydroxy Booster

> A DIY hydrogen fuel experiment promises massive mileage gains while European surveillance expands and the music industry faces a high-profile defection from the Rolling Stones.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 40
- **Published:** 2008-07-27
- **Length:** 1h 32m
- **Topics:** [Hydroxy Booster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydroxy-booster.md), Edvige Database, [Lisbon Treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md), Zwarte Cross, EMI Music, [FEMA Camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-camps.md), CraigsFinder
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster

## About this episode

Barack Obama faces scrutiny over his 2008 European tour as critics highlight discrepancies in his personal history and a heavy reliance on dual teleprompters. While a massive rally in Berlin projected an image of international leadership, a verbal slip regarding Afghan heroin production and false claims about a relative liberating Auschwitz suggest a lack of mainstream media vetting. The event is characterized as a choreographed production designed to align with a neoliberal internationalist agenda.

French President Nicolas Sarkozy has launched the Edvige database to track citizens as young as 13, collecting phone numbers and social affiliations of those deemed a threat to public order. In the UK, six major internet service providers have implemented a three-strikes policy against peer-to-peer file sharing, a move supported by Feargal Sharkey and the music industry. Meanwhile, the Rolling Stones have dealt a blow to EMI by moving their post-1971 catalog to Universal Music Group, signaling a shift in the power dynamics of the traditional music business. On the technical front, experiments with a DIY hydroxy booster made from PVC tubing claim fuel efficiency gains of up to 29 percent through hydrogen electrolysis.

Adam Curry details a 240-pound round trip through the Channel Tunnel, noting the peculiar shopping center detours required for FlexiPlus travelers. John C. Dvorak and Curry examine the decline of audio fidelity, arguing that low-quality MP3s and earbuds are starving the human brain of the physical impact found in high-end Dolby 5.1 systems. The episode concludes with a look at the Zwarte Cross festival, a massive Dutch motocross event that celebrates fossil fuels and eccentric engineering.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/transcript.md.

### 1. Adam Curry, Channel Tunnel Travel Experience (0:01–10:09)

Adam Curry describes his recent journey from the Netherlands to the United Kingdom via the Channel Tunnel. He details the FlexiPlus booking option, the check-in process involving a shopping center detour, and the transition through UK and French immigration. The account includes observations on the double-decker car carriages, the 35-minute transit time, and the high cost of approximately 240 pounds for the round trip.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [channel tunnel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/channel-tunnel.md), flexiplus, uk immigration, french customs, eurotunnel, [travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Zwarte Cross, Dutch Motocross Festival (10:10–12:22)

The Zwarte Cross festival in the Achterhoek region of the eastern Netherlands is described as a massive, laid-back event attracting over 100,000 people. Originally an illegal motocross event, it has evolved into a carnival-like atmosphere featuring eccentric vehicles, burning fossil fuels, and a lack of restrictive signage. The event serves as a cultural gathering for the local population and festival-goers camping on-site.

Keywords: zwarte cross, achterhoek, [motocross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/motocross.md), [holland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holland.md), festival, [motorcycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/motorcycle.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Hydroxy Booster, Hydrogen Fuel Efficiency Experiment (12:23–19:56)

An experiment involving a "hydroxy booster" was conducted to test if feeding hydrogen into a car's intake improves fuel mileage. The device, constructed from PVC tubing and metal plates, uses electrolysis from the car battery to generate gas from water. Initial testing claims an 11% to 29% improvement in efficiency, though skepticism remains regarding potential engine damage from water vapor and the long-term viability of the hobbyist-built system.

Keywords: [hydroxy booster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydroxy-booster.md), [hydrogen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydrogen.md), [fuel efficiency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fuel-efficiency.md), [electrolysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electrolysis.md), hho, car tuning

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Lisbon Treaty, European Atomic Energy Community (19:58–23:44)

A discussion of the Lisbon Treaty highlights concerns regarding the European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom) and its legal status. Claims are made that the treaty grants certain governmental buildings and archives immunity from searches, seizures, and taxation. This legal framework is characterized as a potential shift toward a new form of centralized European power that operates above standard national oversight.

Keywords: [lisbon treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md), euratom, [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [sovereignty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereignty.md), [immunity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immunity.md), eurolex

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Webster Tarpley, Government Secrecy Tactics (23:43–28:15)

The discussion explores the theories of Webster Tarpley and other whistleblowers regarding government secrecy and disinformation. It is suggested that intelligence agencies protect highly classified information by allowing fringe theories to circulate, thereby discrediting legitimate leaks through association. Examples mentioned include claims about 9/11 holographic images and the use of public ridicule to maintain the secrecy of advanced technologies.

Keywords: webster tarpley, project camelot, [whistleblowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowers.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Depopulation Theories, FEMA Camps (28:15–33:08)

A segment outlines theories regarding a global depopulation agenda allegedly orchestrated by powerful financial families like the Rockefellers and Rothschilds. The narrative suggests that events like 9/11 and potential future UFO sightings or viral outbreaks are used to consolidate power and reduce the human population. The existence of FEMA camps in the United States is discussed, though some claims are dismissed as being based on misidentified photographs from other countries.

Keywords: [depopulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depopulation.md), [rockefeller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rockefeller.md), [rothschild](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rothschild.md), [fema camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-camps.md), ufo event, [conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/6.md)

### 7. H5N1 Bird Flu, Forced Inoculation Concerns (33:09–35:36)

Concerns are raised about the government's $3.9 billion investment in stockpiling bird flu antivirals despite a low global death toll. The discussion draws parallels to the 1918 Spanish Flu, suggesting that historical mass inoculations of soldiers may have contributed to the pandemic's severity. There is a stated fear that future "forced inoculations" could be used as a tool for population control during a manufactured crisis.

Keywords: [h5n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h5n1.md), [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [tamiflu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tamiflu.md), [spanish flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spanish-flu.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Media Sponsorship, McDonald's News Branding (35:37–37:46)

Local news stations and media outlets are reportedly accepting corporate sponsorships from brands like McDonald's, leading to concerns about editorial independence. The trend of "product placement" in news broadcasts is noted as a response to shrinking media budgets. The conversation touches on the difficulty of securing underwriters for controversial content and the potential for sponsors to influence coverage of topics like genetically modified food.

Keywords: [mcdonald's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-s.md), [boing boing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boing-boing.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [media ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-ethics.md), [sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sponsorship.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Barack Obama, 2008 European Tour (37:46–40:28)

Barack Obama's 2008 visit to Europe is analyzed, focusing on his massive rally in Berlin and his meeting at 10 Downing Street. The Berlin event is described as a choreographed rock concert designed to project an image of international leadership. Critics argue that Obama is an "insider" aligned with the Council on Foreign Relations and that the mainstream media is acting as a booster for his presidential campaign.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [berlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin.md), [10 downing street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/10-downing-street.md), [council on foreign relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/council-on-foreign-relations.md), [2008 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2008-election.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Teleprompter Usage, Obama Speech Analysis (40:29–46:22)

An analysis of Barack Obama's speaking style focuses on his heavy reliance on dual teleprompters and rhythmic head movements. Discrepancies between official transcripts and his actual delivery in Berlin are noted, including a verbal slip regarding Afghan poppies and heroin in Berlin. The speech is criticized for being heavy on alliteration and metaphors but light on substantive policy, reflecting a "neoliberal internationalist" agenda.

Keywords: [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md), [speechwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speechwriting.md), berlin speech, media transcripts

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/10.md)

### 11. French Surveillance Database, Edvige System (46:23–48:00)

The French government under President Nicolas Sarkozy has reportedly initiated a new database to track citizens as young as 13 years old. The system, known as Edvige, is said to collect personal data including email addresses, phone numbers, and social affiliations of individuals deemed a potential threat to public order. Critics view this as a significant expansion of state surveillance and a blow to civil liberties in the European Union.

Keywords: [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [nicolas sarkozy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicolas-sarkozy.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [database](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/database.md), edvige, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Political Rhetoric, Alliteration in Speeches (48:00–52:04)

The use of poetic devices like alliteration in political speeches is examined, specifically referencing a line about "cars in Boston and factories in Beijing." The phrasing is criticized as nonsensical and overly manufactured for the sake of "B" and "K" sounds. The discussion suggests that modern speechwriters prioritize catchy, rhythmic lines over logical or factual accuracy to appeal to younger, media-saturated audiences.

Keywords: [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md), alliteration, [speechwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speechwriting.md), [boston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston.md), [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md), [political messaging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-messaging.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Barack Obama, Resume Discrepancies (52:05–54:28)

Claims are made that Barack Obama has misrepresented his background in various speeches, including an assertion that he served on the Senate Banking Committee. Another disputed claim involves a relative's role in liberating the Auschwitz concentration camp, which was historically liberated by Soviet forces. The lack of mainstream media scrutiny regarding these statements is cited as evidence of a bias in favor of the Democratic candidate.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), senate banking committee, [auschwitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auschwitz.md), [fact checking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-checking.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Media Ownership, General Electric and MSNBC (54:28–58:41)

The relationship between corporate media ownership and political coverage is explored, with MSNBC identified as a primary booster for Barack Obama. The discussion questions why General Electric, the parent company of NBC, would favor a specific candidate and examines the roles of other media moguls like Rupert Murdoch. The consensus presented is that the "system" prefers a charismatic, reliable figure to maintain the status quo regardless of party affiliation.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [general electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-electric.md), [viacom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viacom.md), [rupert murdoch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rupert-murdoch.md), [media ownership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-ownership.md), [bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bias.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/14.md)

### 15. EMI Music Group, Rolling Stones Departure (58:42–1:00:17)

The Rolling Stones have announced their departure from EMI to join Universal Music Group, taking their post-1971 back catalog with them. This move is seen as a major blow to EMI and its owner, the hedge fund Terra Firma, which purchased the label for 4 billion pounds. The loss of such a high-profile act is interpreted as a sign of the ongoing decline of the traditional mainstream music industry.

Keywords: [emi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emi.md), [rolling stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rolling-stones.md), terra firma, [mick jagger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mick-jagger.md), [universal music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-music.md), [music industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/music-industry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/15.md)

### 16. UK Three Strikes Policy, ISP Piracy Crackdown (1:00:18–1:04:31)

Six major UK internet service providers have agreed to a "three strikes" program to combat peer-to-peer file sharing. The initiative, supported by the music and film industries, involves monitoring IP addresses and issuing warnings to users before potentially blacklisting them or filtering content. Feargal Sharkey, representing the creative industry, is criticized for claiming that artists are "suffering" and only motivated by financial gain.

Keywords: [piracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piracy.md), [isp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isp.md), three strikes, feargal sharkey, [peer-to-peer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peer-to-peer.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Audio Fidelity, Surround Sound vs MP3 (1:04:31–1:08:28)

A personal anecdote about listening to a high-end Dolby 5.1 surround sound system prompts a discussion on the decline of audio quality in the digital age. The experience of hearing Pink Floyd and Roger Waters with full fidelity is contrasted with the "starvation" of the brain caused by low-quality MP3s and earbuds. The hosts argue that modern listeners are missing the physical and emotional impact of music that only high-quality speakers can provide.

Keywords: dolby 5.1, [mp3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mp3.md), [pink floyd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pink-floyd.md), [audio quality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-quality.md), speakers, high fidelity

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Earbuds Health Risks, CD Longevity (1:08:28–1:14:01)

The physical risks of using earbuds, such as direct sound injection into the eardrum and environmental obliviousness, are discussed. Despite the convenience of digital files, one host defends the continued use of CDs for their superior sound quality and reliability in car audio systems. The practice of burning disposable CDs for travel is highlighted as a way to maintain high fidelity without the clutter of a permanent physical collection.

Keywords: [earbuds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earbuds.md), [hearing loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hearing-loss.md), [cds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cds.md), [digital audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-audio.md), [car audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/car-audio.md), [fidelity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fidelity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Automotive Engineering, Fuel Injection History (1:14:01–1:20:33)

The history and efficiency of fuel injection systems are debated, with one host suggesting that early injection technology was less efficient than carburetors. The counter-argument posits that modern fuel injectors are essential for high horsepower and fuel economy because they allow for precise fuel metering. The discussion also touches on the difficulty of implementing new automotive breakthroughs due to the high cost of retooling manufacturing lines.

Keywords: fuel injection, carburetor, automotive engineering, [toyota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota.md), [hybrid cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hybrid-cars.md), [fuel economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fuel-economy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Space Exploration, Moon Base Theories (1:20:34–1:23:49)

The renewed interest in lunar missions by China and the United States is framed as a potential cover for existing secret moon bases. Speculation is offered that NASA's public experiments are a front for more advanced space operations. The segment also links recent UFO media coverage to the promotion of the new X-Files movie, suggesting that public interest in extraterrestrials is often manipulated for marketing or psychological operations.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [space race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-race.md), holographic projection, [x-files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/x-files.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Film Criticism, Siskel and Ebert Legacy (1:23:49–1:26:46)

The evolution of the "Siskel and Ebert" movie review show is discussed, specifically the transition to "Ebert and Roeper" and the abandonment of the iconic "Thumbs Up" trademark. The new rating system—"See it, Rent it, or Skip it"—is criticized as a branding failure that lacks the cultural impact of the original. The "Rent it" category is particularly viewed as a "sellout" designed to provide positive quotes for future DVD releases.

Keywords: [siskel and ebert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siskel-and-ebert.md), [roger ebert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-ebert.md), richard roeper, film reviews, thumbs up, [branding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/branding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/21.md)

### 22. CraigsFinder, Multi-City Craigslist Search Tool (1:26:47–1:30:32)

A new web tool called CraigsFinder is introduced, which allows users to search multiple Craigslist locations simultaneously using an Ajax-based interface. The developer, identified as the stepson of one of the hosts, reportedly spent years overcoming IP blocking issues from Craigslist to make the service functional. A bug report is noted regarding the tool's performance on the Safari browser, specifically involving the search box and region sliders.

Keywords: [craigslist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craigslist.md), craigsfinder, [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [web 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/web-2-0.md), [ajax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ajax.md), [safari](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safari.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Show Outro, Hydroxy Booster Title (1:30:33–1:31:58)

The hosts conclude the episode by thanking the audience and acknowledging the show notes provided by Bubba Martin. They decide to title the episode "Hydroxy Booster" to capitalize on search engine interest in fuel efficiency experiments. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak sign off, promising to return the following week for another edition of the No Agenda program.

Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [hydroxy booster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hydroxy-booster.md), [podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast.md), [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/40-hydroxy-booster/chapter/23.md)

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