# Zombie Walk

> Military hardware fills the Thames and residential rooftops as global leaders pivot from Olympic security theater to the automated future of food and domestic surveillance.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 406
- **Published:** 2012-05-06
- **Length:** 2h 48m
- **Topics:** Olympic Guardian, Marel Food Systems, [Gary Johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-johnson.md), [Body Bombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-bombs.md), Wantology, Zombie Walk, Chen Guangcheng
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk

## About this episode

London prepares for the 2012 Summer Olympics with a massive military security exercise titled Olympic Guardian, featuring the HMS Ocean warship berthed at Greenwich. The deployment includes snipers in helicopters authorized to shoot rogue pilots and surface-to-air missiles stationed on residential rooftops. Critics suggest the presence of an aircraft carrier in the Thames serves domestic crowd control and potential prisoner detention rather than foreign defense.

Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway recently acquired a major stake in Marel Food Systems, signaling a shift toward robotic automation in the global chicken industry. Meanwhile, the CIA released seventeen documents from the Abbottabad raid, with President Obama and Brian Williams highlighting trivial details like the White House Situation Room ordering Costco pizza to maintain secrecy. In the Libertarian Party, former Governor Gary Johnson secured the presidential nomination, pledging to balance the federal budget and end the war on drugs.

Adam Curry recounts a vivid nightmare involving Kris Jenner and the Kardashian family, while John C. Dvorak mocks the rise of Wantologists and Dutch gerbil coaches. The show honors Sir Lorne Osterman of Austria with a knighthood as the Prague Zombie Walk provides a satirical backdrop to the mechanical nature of modern life.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/transcript.md.

### 1. Adam Curry, John C. Dvorak, Mold Allergies, Kardashian Dreams (0:00–4:14)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley. Curry describes suffering from severe mold allergies common in Austin, which have caused dizziness and low energy. He recounts a vivid nightmare involving tracking Kris Jenner and the Kardashians, which Dvorak attributes to Curry's subconscious interest in reality television.

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), mold allergies, [kris jenner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kris-jenner.md), [kardashians](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kardashians.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Global Elections, Cairo Riots, Armenia Explosion (4:15–5:52)

Elections are held across Greece, France, Italy, Egypt, and Armenia, though the hosts note a lack of coverage on American television. Riots in Cairo are reported to have spread toward the Suez Canal, potentially threatening the waterway. Additionally, a major explosion is reported to have occurred in Armenia during their election cycle.

Keywords: [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [armenia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/armenia.md), [cairo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cairo.md), [suez canal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suez-canal.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/2.md)

### 3. European Union, Super President Plot, HMS Ocean (5:52–7:22)

The Daily Express reports on a supposed covert plot by EU foreign ministers to merge the roles of the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission into a single, unelected "super president." The hosts express skepticism regarding the validity of the report. Meanwhile, the HMS Ocean, the Royal Navy's largest warship, has been moved into the Thames for Olympic security.

Keywords: [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [herman van rompuy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herman-van-rompuy.md), josé manuel barroso, the daily express, hms ocean

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/3.md)

### 4. London Olympics, Military Security, Surface-to-Air Missiles (7:23–11:28)

London prepares for the Olympic Games with a massive security exercise titled "Olympic Guardian," featuring the HMS Ocean berthed at Greenwich. Security measures include fighter jet training, snipers in helicopters authorized to shoot pilots of rogue planes, and the controversial deployment of surface-to-air missiles on residential rooftops. Officials cite the need to protect against "9-11 style" threats and "lower, slower" targets like drones.

Keywords: [london olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london-olympics.md), hms ocean, [royal navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/royal-navy.md), [surface-to-air missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surface-to-air-missiles.md), 9-11 threat

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Olympic Security Skepticism, Floating Jails, Thames Barriers (11:28–15:40)

The hosts question the necessity of bringing an aircraft carrier into the center of London for a sporting event, suggesting the military presence is intended for domestic crowd control rather than foreign threats. A theory is proposed that the HMS Ocean could serve as a floating jail for arrested protesters. Technical details regarding the Thames barriers and the lack of visible aircraft on the ship's deck are also discussed.

Keywords: [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [thames](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thames.md), hms ocean, [crowd control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowd-control.md), floating jail

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/5.md)

### 6. War on Chicken, Warren Buffett, Marel Food Systems (15:40–17:30)

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has reportedly purchased a major stake in Marel, a leading chicken processing factory and machinery manufacturer based in the Netherlands. The company's automated systems are used in over 90 countries. The hosts frame this as a significant development in the ongoing "War on Chicken," noting the shift toward robotic processing.

Keywords: [war on chicken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-on-chicken.md), [warren buffett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warren-buffett.md), marel, [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), chicken processing

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Runting-Stunting Syndrome, Chicken Industry, Wikipedia, Harrier Jets (17:32–20:52)

A local chicken producer reports an outbreak of Runting-Stunting Syndrome (RSS), where birds stop gaining weight despite eating normally. The syndrome is poorly understood by experts but is linked to various viruses and pathogens. The discussion briefly shifts to the limitations of Wikipedia and a technical correction regarding the UK's lack of catapult-based aircraft carriers, relying instead on vertical-takeoff Harrier jets.

Keywords: runting-stunting syndrome, [rss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rss.md), [poultry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poultry.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), harrier jets

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Bin Laden Documents, Situation Room, Costco Pizza (20:57–24:17)

The CIA released 17 documents from a trove of 10,000 seized during the Abbottabad raid on Osama bin Laden's compound. An NBC report featuring Brian Williams and President Obama highlights trivial details of the mission's planning, such as the national security team eating Costco food and ordering pizza from multiple locations to avoid drawing attention to the White House Situation Room.

Keywords: [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [abbottabad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbottabad.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [brian williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-williams.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Navy SEALs, White House Situation Room, Obama Decision Inflection (24:18–28:29)

President Obama describes Navy SEALs as looking like ordinary "accountants or doctors" rather than stereotypical action heroes. Brian Williams provides a tour of the Situation Room, noting high-tech features like suede-covered walls and digital clocks. The hosts analyze a specific video clip where an official uses a rehearsed-sounding inflection when crediting the mission's success to "the President's decision."

Keywords: [navy seals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy-seals.md), [situation room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/situation-room.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [brian williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-williams.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Obama, Homeland TV Show, Nation Building, Campaign Rhetoric (28:30–32:57)

President Obama reveals in a Rolling Stone interview that his favorite television show is "Homeland." In his weekly address, Obama emphasizes "nation building at home" as the war in Afghanistan winds down, using a rhythmic rhetorical style to advocate for middle-class investments and debt reduction. He claims the "tide of war has turned" and that the goal of defeating Al Qaeda is within reach.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [homeland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [nation building](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nation-building.md), [campaign 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-2012.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Gary Johnson, Libertarian Party, 2012 Election Strategy (32:58–37:07)

The Libertarian Party nominated former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson as its presidential candidate. Johnson, who switched from the Republican primary after being excluded from debates, aims to secure one million votes. The hosts discuss his potential to draw votes from both Obama and Romney, his stance on drug decriminalization, and his more animated campaign style.

Keywords: [gary johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-johnson.md), [libertarian party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libertarian-party.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [2012 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2012-election.md), [third party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/third-party.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Guantanamo Bay, 9-11 Military Tribunals, Media Access (37:08–40:20)

Military tribunals for the alleged 9-11 masterminds are underway at Guantanamo Bay, characterized by disruptions from the defendants. The hosts criticize the lack of direct media access and video footage, noting that reports rely on secondhand accounts from family members and a few journalists like Fox News's Katherine Herridge. They question the transparency and legitimacy of the proceedings.

Keywords: [guantanamo bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guantanamo-bay.md), [gitmo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo.md), [military tribunals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-tribunals.md), katherine herridge, 9-11 masterminds

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Sir Lauren Osterman, Austrian Knight, Value for Value (40:21–43:29)

Lauren Osterman from Innsbruck, Austria, is knighted as "Sir Osterman" following a $1,000 donation. The hosts discuss the "value for value" funding model and the recent decline in donation levels. They mention the Sam Peckinpah film "The Osterman Weekend" and encourage listeners to propagate the show's formula if they cannot donate financially.

Keywords: lauren osterman, [austria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austria.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Body Bombs, Bin Laden Letters, Joe Biden, Richard Clarke (43:30–47:43)

Mainstream media reports claim Al Qaeda is developing non-metallic "body bombs" surgically implanted in terrorists. Declassified letters from the Abbottabad compound suggest Bin Laden ordered the assassination of President Obama but specifically spared Vice President Joe Biden, believing Biden's perceived incompetence would lead the U.S. into crisis. Former counterterrorism official Richard Clarke compares Bin Laden's final days to Hitler in his bunker.

Keywords: [body bombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-bombs.md), [diane sawyer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diane-sawyer.md), [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [richard clarke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-clarke.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Inspire Magazine, Forest Fire Terror Plot, Ember Bombs (47:45–51:57)

The latest issue of the Al Qaeda-linked "Inspire" magazine reportedly encourages followers to attack the U.S. by starting forest fires using "ember bombs." The hosts examine the magazine, suggesting it may be a "honeypot" operation run by intelligence agencies. They mock the detailed instructions for building remote detonators from motorcycle alarms and cleaning firearms.

Keywords: [inspire magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inspire-magazine.md), [al qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [forest fires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forest-fires.md), ember bombs, [langley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/langley.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Homegrown Terror Skepticism, Australian Firebombing, Civil Liberties (51:58–55:16)

The hosts argue that the threat of homegrown terrorism is exaggerated to justify crackdowns on the public, noting a lack of actual evidence of domestic plots. They compare the current security climate to World War II, where documented German espionage did not result in the same level of civilian restrictions. Reports also claim Al Qaeda has named Australia as a prime target for firebombing.

Keywords: [homegrown terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homegrown-terrorism.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [civil liberties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-liberties.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Kenneth Chamberlain, White Plains Police, Life Alert Fatality (55:17–59:59)

Kenneth Chamberlain, an elderly man in White Plains, New York, was killed by police after accidentally triggering his Life Alert medical button. Audio recordings reveal that despite Chamberlain telling the operator he was fine and did not need assistance, police broke down his door, used a Taser on him, and eventually shot him. A grand jury subsequently exonerated the officers involved.

Keywords: kenneth chamberlain, white plains, life alert, [police brutality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-brutality.md), [taser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taser.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Daniel Chong, DEA Negligence, Taxpayer Lawsuits (59:59–1:01:24)

Daniel Chong, a student at UC San Diego, was accidentally left in a DEA holding cell for five days without food or water after a drug raid. Chong survived by drinking his own urine and is now suing the government for $20 million. The hosts highlight that such settlements are paid by taxpayers and rarely result in the firing of responsible officials.

Keywords: daniel chong, [dea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dea.md), [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), [lawsuit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuit.md), [war on drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-on-drugs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Shane Bauer, Sarah Shourd, CIA Journalist Recruitment (1:01:24–1:04:39)

Shane Bauer and Sarah Shourd, two of the hikers previously detained in Iran, are reportedly getting married. The hosts discuss the "spy central" reputation of Berkeley and recount a story from journalist Gina Smith, who claimed the CIA attempted to recruit her as a student to plant specific phrases or stories in major publications like The Washington Post.

Keywords: shane bauer, [sarah shourd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-shourd.md), [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [gina smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gina-smith.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/19.md)

### 20. FBI Wiretap Legislation, CNET Scoop, CISPA Distraction (1:04:41–1:08:55)

CNET reports that the FBI is drafting legislation to require social networking sites and communication providers to alter their code to be "wiretap friendly." The hosts suspect the story may be a distraction from the passage of CISPA in the Senate. They also note FBI Director Robert Mueller's frequent visits to Facebook headquarters.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [wiretap](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wiretap.md), [cnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnet.md), [cispa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cispa.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/20.md)

### 21. UK Child Protection Inquiry, Religious Lobbying, Virgin Media (1:08:56–1:11:25)

An "independent" parliamentary inquiry into online child protection in the UK, led by Claire Perry, was revealed to be sponsored by Premier Christian Media and other religious lobbying groups. The hosts argue the inquiry is rigged to promote an anti-pornography agenda, which has already influenced Virgin Media to begin blocking BitTorrent traffic.

Keywords: claire perry, [virgin media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virgin-media.md), [child protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-protection.md), religious lobbying, [parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parliament.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Bill Maher, Mormon Church, Mitt Romney Charity (1:11:25–1:13:46)

Comedian Bill Maher is criticized for his aggressive attacks on the Mormon Church, which he labeled a "cult" while discussing Mitt Romney's charitable giving. The hosts suggest Maher's rhetoric is intended to benefit the Obama campaign but predict it may lead to his eventual removal from the air due to the political power of the Mormon organization.

Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [mormonism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mormonism.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [prop 8](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prop-8.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, Prostate Cancer, Gold (1:13:47–1:18:01)

At the Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting, Warren Buffett announced he has early-stage prostate cancer. His partner, 88-year-old Charlie Munger, dismissed the news as a "non-event," stating he refuses PSA tests to avoid "dumb" medical interventions. Munger also made controversial remarks comparing buying gold to Jewish families sewing jewelry into garments in 1939 Vienna.

Keywords: [warren buffett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warren-buffett.md), [charlie munger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-munger.md), [berkshire hathaway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkshire-hathaway.md), [prostate cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prostate-cancer.md), [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Hillary Clinton, Anti-Bullying Campaign, Free Speech (1:18:04–1:21:27)

Hillary Clinton released a video message taking a stand against bullying and promoting tolerance and diversity. The hosts interpret the anti-bullying movement as a potential threat to free speech, suggesting that "bullying" is being redefined to include verbal insults and name-calling that were traditionally ignored under the "sticks and stones" philosophy.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullying.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [diversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Common Sense Media, Digital Harassment, Chelsea Clinton (1:21:28–1:26:58)

Common Sense Media, a 501(c)(4) organization with Chelsea Clinton on its board, is promoting the concept of "digital harassment" among teens. The hosts examine the organization's high executive salaries and its role as a promotional arm for the movie industry, specifically targeting children with reviews and contests for films like "The Hunger Games."

Keywords: [common sense media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-sense-media.md), digital harassment, [chelsea clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chelsea-clinton.md), mitch kapor, [501c4](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/501c4.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Sexting Advice, Movie Industry Promotion, Agenda 21 (1:26:59–1:34:00)

Common Sense Media provides advice videos for parents on topics like "the truth about sexting" and "toddlers and TV." The hosts argue the group uses fear-based messaging to control children's internet access while simultaneously acting as a marketing tool for Hollywood. They also link the organization's focus on climate and "saving the world" to Agenda 21 initiatives.

Keywords: [sexting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexting.md), [common sense media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-sense-media.md), [hunger games](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunger-games.md), [agenda 21](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda-21.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Peruvian Pelican Deaths, American Bird Conservancy, Wind Energy (1:34:00–1:38:12)

Reports from Peru indicate the deaths of 1,200 pelicans and 900 dolphins along the coastline. Meanwhile, the American Bird Conservancy (ABC) has launched a Google Earth map highlighting areas where wind energy development could harm bird populations. The hosts question the transparency of ABC's funding and the validity of the reported animal die-offs.

Keywords: [peru](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peru.md), [pelicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pelicans.md), [dolphins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dolphins.md), american bird conservancy, [wind energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wind-energy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/27.md)

### 28. IPCC Climate Report, Extreme Weather, Managing Risks (1:38:13–1:42:09)

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a 594-page report titled "Managing the Risks of Extreme Events and Disasters to Advance Climate Change Adaptation." IPCC head Rajendra Pachauri warns of "virtually certain" temperature increases. The hosts characterize the report as a playbook for using natural disasters to advance a global climate change and Agenda 21 agenda.

Keywords: [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [rajendra pachauri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rajendra-pachauri.md), [extreme weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extreme-weather.md), [agenda 21](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda-21.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Listener Donations, Hot Pockets Tour, War on Chicken Karma (1:42:10–1:46:41)

The hosts read letters from various donors, including Kelby Konig, who mentions a "Hot Pockets Tour," and Sir Sterling Ellsworth. Santh Dharmaraj, an Indian expat in Fremont, requests "War on Chicken Karma" to help recover unpaid wages from an employer. The segment includes various "karma" shots for listeners facing job transitions or exams.

Keywords: kelby konig, [sterling ellsworth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sterling-ellsworth.md), oscar arias, santh dharmaraj, [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Founders Brewery Meeting, Taco Recipes, Ethics Training (1:46:42–1:49:51)

Dame Tanya in New York promotes a No Agenda meeting at a Founders Brewery Beer Dinner on May 30th. Listeners express interest in John Dvorak's taco recipe, which requires making masa from scratch. Amy Yoder shares her experience with a workplace ethics training video, suggesting Adam Curry would have been a more effective narrator.

Keywords: founders brewery, [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), taco recipe, ethics training, amy yoder

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Voiceover Audition, Job Displacement, iPad Resale (1:49:52–1:53:38)

Adam Curry plays a recent voiceover audition for a "Manifesto" project. Several listeners, including Lawrence McBride and colleagues, request "job karma" due to being displaced from their positions. Radu Pertuk from Chicago shares a tip about selling first-generation iPads on eBay for higher prices than trade-in sites offer.

Keywords: [voiceover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voiceover.md), [job karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/job-karma.md), chris potter, radu pertuk, [ipad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipad.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/31.md)

### 32. No Agenda News App, Amnesty International Tips, Dolphin Story (1:53:39–1:59:21)

The "No Agenda News App" is currently under review by Apple, with the hosts speculating it may be rejected due to its content. A listener provides fundraising tips adapted from Amnesty International. Davis Hislop makes a donation specifically to prevent Adam Curry from telling a story about captive dolphins, while Matthew Botkin jokes about Curry's "defecation source code."

Keywords: no agenda news app, [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [amnesty international](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty-international.md), [dolphins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dolphins.md), matthew botkin

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Sir Lorne Osterman Knighthood, The Avengers, French Election (1:59:21–2:03:13)

Lorne Osterman is officially knighted during the show's knighting ceremony. Adam Curry recounts his experience seeing "The Avengers" in 3D, criticizing high movie theater prices. Breaking news from the French presidential election confirms that François Hollande has defeated Nicolas Sarkozy.

Keywords: lorne osterman, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), the avengers, [nicolas sarkozy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicolas-sarkozy.md), [françois hollande](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/francois-hollande.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Weekly Hooker Report, Dominique Strauss-Kahn, Secret Service Scandal (2:03:13–2:05:54)

The "Weekly Hooker Report" covers new rape allegations against Dominique Strauss-Kahn involving a 2010 party in Washington D.C. Additionally, Dania Londen Noce Suarez, the Colombian woman at the center of the Secret Service prostitution scandal, gave interviews claiming the agents were "fools" and that the dispute began over a refused $800 payment.

Keywords: [dominique strauss-kahn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dominique-strauss-kahn.md), dania londen noce suarez, [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [colombia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colombia.md), [prostitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prostitution.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Prague Zombie Walk, Montreal Student Protests, Public Nudity (2:05:55–2:08:45)

Prague held its fifth annual "Zombie Walk," which organizers describe as a satirical commentary on the "soulless" mechanical nature of modern life. In Montreal, students protesting tuition hikes have begun holding nightly marches while naked or wearing only diapers, a tactic the hosts contrast with the likely police response to such behavior in the United States.

Keywords: [prague](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prague.md), zombie walk, [montreal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/montreal.md), [quebec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quebec.md), [student protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protests.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Chen Guangcheng, Hillary Clinton China Visit, Timmy Geithner (2:08:46–2:14:16)

Blind Chinese activist Chen Guangcheng sought asylum at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing just before Hillary Clinton's arrival. The hosts suggest the timing was orchestrated by China to embarrass the U.S. and "show Hillary who's boss." Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner was also noted for his prominent presence during the high-level diplomatic meetings.

Keywords: chen guangcheng, [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md), [timothy geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/timothy-geithner.md), [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Russia-Japan Gas Pipeline, Sakhalin Island, KAL 007 (2:14:16–2:16:24)

Russia and Japan are in talks to build a natural gas pipeline from Sakhalin Island to Japan. The island has historically been a point of conflict, including the 1983 shooting down of Korean Air Flight 007. Japan's shutdown of its nuclear reactors has created a massive demand for natural gas imports.

Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), sakhalin island, [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), kal 007

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Drone Strikes, North Waziristan, Pipeline Protection (2:16:24–2:18:06)

A U.S. drone strike in North Waziristan killed eight suspected militants. The hosts argue that drone operations in Pakistan and the continued military presence in Afghanistan are primarily intended to protect future pipeline routes and poppy fields rather than to combat Al Qaeda.

Keywords: [drone strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-strike.md), north waziristan, [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [pipelines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipelines.md), [poppy fields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy-fields.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Anti-Nicotine Vaccine, Pharmaceutical Indemnification, Nanoparticles (2:18:07–2:19:59)

A new "anti-nicotine vaccine" uses nanoparticles to trigger an immune response against the chemical. The hosts point out that labeling the product a "vaccine" provides pharmaceutical companies with legal indemnification from the U.S. government, protecting them from lawsuits related to side effects.

Keywords: [nicotine vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicotine-vaccine.md), [pharmaceuticals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceuticals.md), [nanoparticles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nanoparticles.md), [immune response](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immune-response.md), [lawsuits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuits.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Halliburton Loophole, Fracking, Safe Drinking Water Act (2:20:00–2:22:38)

The "Halliburton Loophole," established during Dick Cheney's vice presidency, exempts hydraulic fracturing from EPA supervision under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This allows the oil and gas industry to inject hazardous materials near drinking water supplies. The hosts note that the Obama administration has continued to support and expand fracking despite these environmental risks.

Keywords: halliburton loophole, [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), [dick cheney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dick-cheney.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), safe drinking water act

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Psychotropic Drugs, DSM-5 Conflicts, Sleep Disorders (2:22:39–2:27:02)

The upcoming DSM-5 manual is criticized for financial conflicts of interest, with 70% of task force members having ties to pharmaceutical companies. The hosts highlight that 83% of contributors to the sleep disorder section have industry links. They also discuss reports claiming that antidepressants are often no more effective than placebos.

Keywords: [psychotropic drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychotropic-drugs.md), [dsm-5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsm-5.md), american psychiatric association, sleep disorders, placebos

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Best Buy Facebook Prank, Gay Status Message (2:27:03–2:28:23)

A Best Buy customer who returned a faulty cell phone without logging out of his Facebook account had his status updated by an employee to say he was "coming out" as gay. The prank resulted in the customer receiving numerous calls from concerned relatives and friends, highlighting the risks of mobile account security.

Keywords: [best buy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/best-buy.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [prank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prank.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Wantology, Life Coaching, New York Times Report (2:28:24–2:32:44)

The New York Times reports on the rise of "Wantologists," a specialized branch of life coaching intended to help people figure out what they want. Catherine Ziegler, a psychologist in San Jose, is cited as a practitioner. The hosts mock the profession as a symptom of a "bonehead" culture where people pay for basic decision-making assistance.

Keywords: wantology, life coaching, [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), catherine ziegler, [san jose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-jose.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Dutch Coaching Scams, Gerbil Coach, Singularity University (2:32:45–2:36:34)

In the Netherlands, a proliferation of niche "coaches" has emerged, including social media, aura, and even "gerbil" coaches. The hosts compare these services to "scams" like Singularity University, where compelling rhetoric is used to extract money from individuals seeking professional or personal guidance.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [coaching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coaching.md), gerbil coach, social media coach, [singularity university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/singularity-university.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/44.md)

### 45. IPCC Report Outro, Jack Blood, Show Sign-off (2:36:35–2:38:23)

The hosts conclude the episode by promising to further analyze the 594-page IPCC report for the next show. They introduce Jack Blood, a new broadcaster from Austin joining the No Agenda stream, and sign off with their traditional "In the morning" greeting.

Keywords: [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), jack blood, [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Gary Johnson Libertarian Nomination Speech (2:38:28–2:47:56)

Former Governor Gary Johnson delivers his acceptance speech for the Libertarian presidential nomination. He pledges to submit a balanced budget, veto deficit spending, and advocate for the "Fair Tax." Johnson also calls for ending the wars in Afghanistan and the war on drugs, positioning himself as the only candidate supporting both "gun rights and gay rights."

Keywords: [gary johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-johnson.md), [libertarian party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libertarian-party.md), [balanced budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/balanced-budget.md), [fair tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fair-tax.md), [war on drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-on-drugs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/406-zombie-walk/chapter/46.md)

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