# Warming Up to Iceland > Congressional testimony exposes the cracks in the Benghazi narrative while Iceland defies international debt collectors and the pharmaceutical industry redefines mental health through the DSM-5. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 511 - **Published:** 2013-05-09 - **Length:** 2h 48m - **Topics:** [Benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), Icesave, [DSM-5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsm-5.md), [UKIP](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukip.md), SolarCity, [Google Glass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-glass.md), 3D Guns - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland ## About this episode Whistleblower Gregory Hicks and General Martin Dempsey provided conflicting testimony during the Benghazi hearings, sparking intense debate over military response times and the true nature of the CIA annex in Libya. The proceedings revealed deep fissures in the administration's narrative regarding the 2012 attack, with new claims suggesting the site functioned as a weapons depot for Syrian rebels. These televised events serve as a backdrop for a broader investigation into political theater and the scripted nature of congressional oversight. In Cleveland, the rescue of three women by Charles Ramsey became a viral media sensation, though the official narrative regarding Ariel Castro faces scrutiny over potential local authority involvement. Meanwhile, the FBI is accused of manufacturing domestic terror plots through the arrest of the Black Snake Militia in Minnesota, while high school student Joshua Prater faced IED charges for a home chemistry experiment. The release of the DSM-5 further complicates the national landscape, as critics argue the pharmaceutical industry is medicalizing normal behavior to expand antidepressant markets. In the tech sector, Elon Musk and SolarCity face criticism for seeking additional government stimulus despite significant previous grants, and Google Glass is dismissed as an impractical wearable for the elite. Global tensions rise as Icelandic citizens reject the Icesave debt repayment to the UK and Netherlands, asserting sovereignty over private bank losses. Nigel Farage and UKIP capitalize on this anti-EU sentiment with significant local election gains in Britain. The program also features a detailed guide to roasting a succulent chicken and an etymological deep dive into the phrase tit in a wringer. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/transcript.md. ### 1. Todd Park, Government Data Transparency and Medical Cost Discrepancies (0:00–4:06) Chief Technology Officer Todd Park promotes a new executive order making government information open and machine-readable by default. The initiative aims to increase transparency in the medical industry, where Medicare mandates for electronic record-keeping are revealing massive price discrepancies for identical procedures across different hospitals. Keywords: [todd park](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-park.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [medicare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare.md), [medical records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-records.md), data transparency [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Rick Perry, Dutch Day Proclamation in Austin (4:07–5:57) Governor Rick Perry proclaims Dutch Day in Texas, an event involving the consul general and local dignitaries in Austin. The timing of the morning ceremony is criticized for coinciding with a visit from the President of the United States, creating logistical and public relations conflicts for the organizers. Keywords: [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [proclamation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/proclamation.md), dutch day [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Charles Ramsey, Cleveland Kidnapping Rescue and Media Viral Moments (5:58–10:35) Charles Ramsey becomes a viral sensation after helping rescue three women held captive for a decade in Cleveland, Ohio. Media coverage focuses on Ramsey's colorful interview style, specifically his comment about the "dead giveaway" of a white girl running into a black man's arms, which sparks a broader discussion on how the media handles such figures. Keywords: charles ramsey, [cleveland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland.md), [kidnapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kidnapping.md), amanda berry, [viral video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-video.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Ted Williams, The Golden Voice and Media Cycles (10:36–15:48) The career trajectory of Ted Williams, known as the "man with the golden voice," serves as a case study for the media's cycle of exploitation and abandonment. After being discovered as a homeless man and appearing on the Dr. Phil show for rehabilitation, Williams eventually finds stable work performing voiceovers for Kraft Mac and Cheese commercials. Keywords: [ted williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-williams.md), [dr. phil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-phil.md), kraft mac and cheese, viral fame, [rehabilitation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rehabilitation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Facebook, Social Media Psychology and the Ego Machine (15:48–20:48) Social media platforms like Facebook are characterized as "ego machines" that contribute to user depression by encouraging fake displays of happiness and constant validation seeking. The culture of "liking" posts and the rise of "YouTubers" with highly edited, jump-cut videos are analyzed as symptoms of a broader societal shift toward superficial digital interactions. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychology.md), [ego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ego.md), [depression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Self-Esteem Generation, Marketing and Entitlement Culture (20:49–21:59) Modern marketing campaigns and the education system are criticized for fostering a "self-esteem generation" where individuals feel entitled to success and happiness without effort. Slogans such as "because you're worth it" are cited as examples of how consumer culture reinforces this sense of unearned merit. Keywords: [self-esteem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/self-esteem.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), maybelline, [entitlement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entitlement.md), [psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychology.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/6.md) ### 7. C-SPAN, Media Distractions and the Boston Bombing Hearings (22:00–23:36) Recent news cycles have shifted rapidly from North Korean threats to the Boston Marathon bombing and subsequent congressional hearings. These televised events are described as scripted performances designed to justify the expansion of government fusion centers and surveillance rather than providing new information to the public. Keywords: [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [boston bombing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-bombing.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [media distraction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-distraction.md), [fusion centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fusion-centers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Ariel Castro, Cleveland Kidnapping Conspiracy Theories (23:36–26:06) Skepticism is raised regarding the official narrative of the Ariel Castro kidnapping case in Cleveland. Claims are made that the house may have operated as a brothel with the knowledge of local authorities, and that the timing of the rescue serves as a convenient distraction from political scandals such as Benghazi. Keywords: ariel castro, [cleveland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland.md), [kidnapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kidnapping.md), [sex trafficking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sex-trafficking.md), [conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/8.md) ### 9. CNN, Fake Satellite Interviews and Media Trickery (26:06–28:21) CNN is criticized for a segment featuring Nancy Grace where two individuals appeared to be on a satellite connection despite being in the same parking lot. This incident is used to highlight long-standing practices of technical trickery in television news intended to create a false sense of distance and urgency. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [nancy grace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-grace.md), [satellite interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellite-interview.md), [media ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-ethics.md), technical trickery [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Non-Profit Organizations, Government Funding and Disaster Relief (28:21–30:40) The proliferation of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and non-profits is linked to a cycle of federal disaster declarations and government spending. These organizations are described as a significant employer in the U.S., often serving as a way to distribute federal funds while providing superficial community support. Keywords: [ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [non-profits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/non-profits.md), [federal register](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-register.md), [disaster relief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disaster-relief.md), [government spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-spending.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Washington Post, Benghazi Hearing Demographics and Chick-fil-A (30:40–36:32) The Washington Post is accused of using flawed data to characterize viewers of the Benghazi hearings as older Republicans who eat at Chick-fil-A. A closer look at the underlying Twitter demographic report suggests a more diverse audience, including significant numbers of journalists, students, and residents of blue states like California and New York. Keywords: [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [chick-fil-a](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chick-fil-a.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [demographics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/demographics.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Carolyn Maloney, Elijah Cummings and Benghazi Hearing Conduct (36:33–39:31) Democratic representatives Carolyn Maloney and Elijah Cummings are criticized for their conduct during the Benghazi hearings. Maloney is noted for using her time to defend Hillary Clinton and attack Chairman Darrell Issa rather than questioning the whistleblowers, while Cummings is accused of attempting to intimidate the witnesses. Keywords: [carolyn maloney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carolyn-maloney.md), [elijah cummings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elijah-cummings.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [darrell issa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darrell-issa.md), [whistleblowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Hillary Clinton, Benghazi October Surprise Theory (39:32–42:46) A theory is proposed that the Benghazi attack was a botched "October Surprise" operation intended to facilitate a heroic rescue of Ambassador Chris Stevens to aid President Obama's re-election. The plan allegedly involved a staged kidnapping that went wrong when local militants turned violent, leading to the deaths of four Americans. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [chris stevens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-stevens.md), [october surprise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/october-surprise.md), [argo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argo.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Susan Rice, Benghazi Video Narrative and CIA Talking Points (42:47–45:44) The role of Susan Rice in promoting the narrative that the Benghazi attack was a spontaneous protest against an anti-Islamic video is revisited. Critics argue that Rice was following a script provided by the administration despite evidence from officials on the ground, like Gregory Hicks, that no such protest occurred. Keywords: [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [talking points](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/talking-points.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Gregory Hicks, Libya Annex and Arms Smuggling Claims (45:44–48:49) Testimony from Gregory Hicks reveals that he was stunned by the administration's public claims regarding the Benghazi attack. The discussion explores the possibility that the "annex" in Benghazi was actually a CIA weapons depot used to facilitate arms transfers from Libya to Syrian rebels via Turkey. Keywords: gregory hicks, [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [cia annex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia-annex.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/15.md) ### 16. General Martin Dempsey, Military Response and Stand Down Orders (48:50–53:04) General Martin Dempsey's testimony regarding the inability to scramble fighter jets to Benghazi is challenged. While Dempsey claimed a response would take up to 20 hours, critics argue that assets in the region could have reached the site much faster, suggesting that military leaders may have been ordered to stand down. Keywords: [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [f-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md), military response, stand down [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Military Coup Rumors, General Petraeus and Diplomatic Bribes (53:05–57:29) Speculation arises regarding a potential "Smedley Butler" style military coup brewing around the time of General Petraeus's resignation. Additionally, Representative Jackie Speier is criticized for seemingly offering whistleblower Gregory Hicks a desirable future diplomatic posting during his testimony. Keywords: [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [smedley butler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smedley-butler.md), [military coup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-coup.md), [jackie speier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jackie-speier.md), gregory hicks [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Darrell Issa, Hillary Clinton and Scripted Political Theater (57:29–1:00:12) The Benghazi hearings are dismissed as scripted political theater where both Darrell Issa and Democratic members play pre-assigned roles. The lack of investigative journalism into the deeper aspects of the event is noted, with the suggestion that the true story will only be told years later in a film similar to "Argo." Keywords: [darrell issa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darrell-issa.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [political theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-theater.md), [media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/18.md) ### 19. No Agenda Peerage, Website Blacklisting and Google Gestapo (1:00:12–1:03:35) The No Agenda show introduces a new "Grand Gentleman" donation level while addressing technical issues with Dvorak.org. The site was reportedly blacklisted by Google as "infected," a move characterized as the "Google Gestapo" protecting its advertising business by suppressing independent websites. Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [blacklisting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blacklisting.md), [dvorak.org](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvorak-org.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Executive Producer Donations, Kuwait Contracts and Ham Radio (1:03:36–1:08:38) Individual donors are recognized for their contributions, including Sir Thomas Poolyard, who donated $1,000 following a contract in Kuwait. The conversation shifts to the importance of ham radio as a resilient communication method in an era of increasing internet censorship and corporate control. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [kuwait](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kuwait.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [baronet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baronet.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Jeff Jarvis, Google Stock and Academic Skepticism (1:08:39–1:10:24) Media critic Jeff Jarvis is criticized for his defense of Google while allegedly holding stock in the company. His academic credentials and "experimental" teaching programs are questioned, leading to a broader discussion on the ethics of modern journalism and media commentary. Keywords: [jeff jarvis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-jarvis.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethics.md), [dr. kiki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-kiki.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Producer Credits, LinkedIn and Birthday Karma (1:10:25–1:14:12) Listeners are encouraged to list their "Executive Producer" credits on LinkedIn to find other members of the No Agenda community. Various donors receive "karma" for birthdays, job hunts, and personal milestones, while the hosts emphasize the importance of direct support for independent media. Keywords: [linkedin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linkedin.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Black Snake Militia, FBI Entrapment and Domestic Terror Plots (1:14:12–1:18:46) The FBI is accused of manufacturing domestic terror plots to maintain a "six-week cycle" of arrests. The case of Buford Rogers and the "Black Snake Militia" in Minnesota is highlighted, where a man in a mobile home was arrested for possessing alleged pipe bombs and an AK-47, which his family claims are bogus charges. Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), black snake militia, buford rogers, [domestic terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domestic-terrorism.md), [entrapment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entrapment.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Joshua Prater, IED Arrest and Chemistry Set Bans (1:18:47–1:24:42) High school senior Joshua Prater was arrested after a housekeeper reportedly found an "IED" in his room and drove it to a fire station. This incident leads to a discussion on the criminalization of science experiments and the disappearance of traditional chemistry sets due to safety and security concerns. Keywords: joshua prater, [ied](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ied.md), [chemistry sets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemistry-sets.md), [school safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-safety.md), improvised explosives [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/24.md) ### 25. DSM-5, Pharmaceutical Industry and Mental Health Labels (1:24:43–1:29:55) The release of the DSM-5 is criticized as a collaboration between the pharmaceutical industry and psychiatry to "medicalize" normal human behavior. Critics argue that the majority of the manual's contributors have financial ties to drug companies, leading to the creation of new disorders to expand the market for antidepressants. Keywords: [dsm-5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsm-5.md), [psychiatry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychiatry.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [antidepressants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antidepressants.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Haldol Side Effects, Placebo Effects and Listener Stories (1:29:55–1:32:20) A listener shares a harrowing experience with the antipsychotic drug Haldol, describing severe physical contortions and dental damage after being injected in a hospital. This anecdote supports the argument that many psychiatric treatments rely on placebo effects or have dangerous side effects that are often downplayed. Keywords: [haldol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haldol.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [placebo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/placebo.md), [psychiatry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychiatry.md), [listener email](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-email.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Female Orgasmic Disorder, Lauryn Hill and Conspiracy Sentencing (1:32:21–1:35:55) Singer Lauryn Hill was ordered by a judge to undergo counseling for her "conspiracy theories" regarding the music industry following a tax fraud conviction. This is discussed alongside new DSM entries like "Female Orgasmic Disorder," illustrating how the legal and medical systems are used to pathologize dissent and personal behavior. Keywords: lauryn hill, [dsm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsm.md), [conspiracy theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theory.md), [tax fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-fraud.md), [illuminati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illuminati.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Barack Obama, Civil Liberties and the FISA Court (1:35:54–1:42:09) President Obama's 2007 campaign promises to end illegal wiretapping and national security letters are contrasted with his administration's current policies. Critics point out that the President now defends the FISA court and mass data collection, representing a total reversal of his previous stance on civil liberties. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [fisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa.md), [wiretapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wiretapping.md), [civil liberties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-liberties.md), [national security letters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security-letters.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Chevy Chase, Obama Policies and Political Confusion (1:42:10–1:45:55) Actor Chevy Chase is featured in an interview where he struggles to explain his support for President Obama despite the continued operation of Guantanamo Bay and the use of torture. The segment is used to illustrate the "short-circuited" logic of some supporters who make excuses for policies they previously opposed. Keywords: chevy chase, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [guantanamo bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guantanamo-bay.md), [torture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/torture.md), [celebrity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/celebrity.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Penny Pritzker, Commerce Secretary Nomination and Hyatt Boycotts (1:45:55–1:51:43) President Obama nominates billionaire Penny Pritzker for Secretary of Commerce, a move seen as a reward for her role as a major campaign bundler. Pritzker's history with the failed Superior Bank subprime lender and ongoing labor boycotts at Hyatt hotels are highlighted as controversial aspects of her background. Keywords: penny pritzker, [commerce secretary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commerce-secretary.md), [hyatt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hyatt.md), subprime lending, [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Elon Musk, SolarCity Stimulus and Kleiner Perkins Green Tech (1:51:44–1:55:41) Elon Musk's SolarCity is criticized for suing the government for more stimulus money after receiving nearly $100 million in grants. This is part of a broader critique of venture capital firms like Kleiner Perkins and figures like Al Gore, who are accused of losing massive amounts of investor and taxpayer money on "green tech" failures. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), solarcity, [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [green tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-tech.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Etymology of Tit in a Wringer, Vintage Washing Machines (1:55:42–1:57:10) The etymological origins of the phrase "tit in a ringer" are traced back to the manual rollers used on vintage washing machines. The explanation describes how the mechanical action of the rubber rollers could catch clothing or body parts, leading to the colorful idiom used to describe a difficult situation. Keywords: [etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), [washing machines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washing-machines.md), ringer, [history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/history.md), [slang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slang.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Global Donations, Baby Karma and Double Nickels (1:57:11–2:04:53) A large volume of donations is processed from listeners in Canada, Australia, and the UK. Notable contributions include "baby karma" requests for expecting parents and a series of "double nickel" ($55.55) donations, while the hosts continue to thank the "guardians of reality" for supporting the show. 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Keywords: [google glass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-glass.md), [wearables](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wearables.md), tech crunch, [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [gadgets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gadgets.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/36.md) ### 37. School Lockdown Drills, Secret Training and Student Letters (2:18:16–2:23:21) A 16-year-old blind and autistic student shares a disturbing account of a school lockdown drill where a teacher told students they would "die" if they didn't shut up. Other parents report that children are being told to keep these drills a secret from their parents, which is criticized as a form of "slave training" and psychological manipulation. 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