# Tools of Slaughter

> Journalistic integrity faces a digital crossroads as major newsrooms outsource their servers to Google while global energy pipelines spark suspected sabotage in the Caspian Sea.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 540
- **Published:** 2013-08-18
- **Length:** 2h 54m
- **Topics:** Gmail Boycott, [Silk Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silk-road.md), [Bertha Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bertha-foundation.md), Pipeline Wars, [Sanjay Gupta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanjay-gupta.md), [Clinton Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter

## About this episode

The New York Times has transitioned its newsroom to corporate Google Gmail accounts, a move legal experts like Fred Cate and Julia Angwin warn removes critical technological protections against government gag orders. This shift to centralized servers makes journalists vulnerable to federal investigations, effectively outsourcing the Fourth Estate’s privacy to a corporation heavily reliant on state contracts. Meanwhile, analysis of Presidential Policy Directive 19 reveals that Edward Snowden was never actually covered by the Whistleblower Protection Act, as the provisions were not scheduled to take effect until long after his NSA disclosures.

In Russia, a review of Law N135-FZ suggests that Western media outlets have systematically omitted the word children from coverage to frame a false narrative regarding LGBT rights. Geopolitical tensions rise as BP and Total invest in the Trans Adriatic Pipeline to compete with Russia’s South Stream, while sabotage is suspected in Caspian oil field fires. Domestically, CNN’s Sanjay Gupta reports on Israel’s Ministry of Health leading medical marijuana research while the U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse continues to block therapeutic studies. Attorney General Eric Holder faces criticism from Pat Buchanan over sentencing reforms, and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposes fingerprinting public housing residents.

Speculation turns to the Clinton Foundation as Chelsea Clinton assumes a leadership role amid rumors regarding Bill Clinton’s health and its potential impact on a 2016 campaign. The Silk Road marketplace continues to thrive via the Tor browser and Bitcoin, operating with an eBay-like sophistication that suggests possible federal monitoring. Finally, a September 15th solar maximum prediction has the hosts discussing Faraday cages and the stockpiling of ammunition by the Department of Homeland Security.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/transcript.md.

### 1. Salon Magazine, Jesselyn Radick, Whistleblower Protection Act Analysis (0:00–4:28)

Salon Magazine published an article by Jesselyn Radick that mirrors an analysis previously provided on this program regarding President Barack Obama's whistleblower protection claims. The discussion highlights that Presidential Policy Directive 19 did not actually offer Edward Snowden protection, as the provisions were not set to take effect until long after his disclosures. The impact of government eavesdropping on freedom of speech and public behavior is also examined.

Keywords: [salon magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salon-magazine.md), jesselyn radick, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), whistleblower protection act

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/1.md)

### 2. New York Times, Google Corporate Gmail, NPR Privacy Report (4:29–8:35)

The New York Times transitioned its reporters to corporate Google Gmail accounts, a move criticized in reports by NPR and The Wall Street Journal. While the Times claims the move protects against hackers, legal experts like Fred Cate and journalists like Julia Angwin argue that outsourcing email to Google makes news organizations vulnerable to government investigations and gag orders. The transition removes the technological layer of protection previously provided by the Times owning its own servers.

Keywords: [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [gmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmail.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Google Boycott, Targeted Advertising, Yacy Search Engine (8:35–11:02)

A proposal is made to boycott Google and its suite of services as a primary method for citizens to resist government spying programs. The effectiveness of targeted advertising is questioned, suggesting that Google's business model relies heavily on government contracts and data sales. The Yacy peer-to-peer search engine is highlighted as a functional alternative that provides better results without the data gaming prevalent in Google's ecosystem.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boycott.md), [targeted advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/targeted-advertising.md), yacy, [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Gmail Promotions Tab, Email Marketing, Community Servers (11:03–13:15)

Google's implementation of the "Promotions" tab in Gmail is criticized for disrupting email newsletters and marketing, including those sent via MailChimp. The update allows Google to place its own paid promotions at the top of the inbox. A suggestion is made for users to move toward community-based email servers managed locally to regain freedom from centralized corporate slavery.

Keywords: [gmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmail.md), [mailchimp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mailchimp.md), [email marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email-marketing.md), [promotions tab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/promotions-tab.md), community servers

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Google Downtime, Internet Traffic Statistics, Antitrust Claims (13:16–19:33)

A brief Google service outage led to widespread reports from tech journalists claiming that 40% of global internet traffic disappeared during the downtime. These statistics, sourced from Go Squared Engineering, are challenged as being unverified and likely only reflective of a specific subset of users rather than the entire internet. If Google truly controlled 40% of the web, it is argued that the government should initiate antitrust proceedings to break the company up.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [duckduckgo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duckduckgo.md), go squared engineering, [internet traffic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-traffic.md), [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Chelsea Clinton, Bill Clinton Health, 2016 Election Strategy (19:35–24:07)

Chelsea Clinton is being positioned by the New York Times as the new powerhouse of the Clinton Foundation. Speculation arises regarding Bill Clinton's declining health and how his potential passing could be used as a strategic sympathy tool for Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign. A "dead pool" prediction is established, suggesting Bill Clinton may pass away between late 2015 and early 2016.

Keywords: [chelsea clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chelsea-clinton.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), dead pool

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Bill Clinton, Nigeria Speech, Global Corruption (24:08–27:43)

Bill Clinton appeared in a BBC report from Africa discussing global corruption and resource management, specifically mentioning his annual speeches in Nigeria. During the interview, he remained ambiguous about his future in Washington while promoting a Procter & Gamble water purifier. The segment notes the ongoing effort to establish Chelsea Clinton's leadership role within the family's global initiatives.

Keywords: [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [nigeria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigeria.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [procter and gamble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/procter-and-gamble.md), global corruption

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Marissa Mayer, Yahoo Stack Ranking, Vogue Magazine (27:44–30:11)

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is discussed regarding her appearance in Vogue magazine and her implementation of "stack ranking" to reduce employee numbers. The conversation touches on her reputation as a Stanford graduate and the public criticism she faces despite Yahoo's stock performance.

Keywords: [marissa mayer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marissa-mayer.md), [yahoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yahoo.md), [vogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vogue.md), [stack ranking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stack-ranking.md), [stanford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stanford.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/8.md)

### 9. John McLaughlin, Drug War, Prison Contraband (30:12–31:53)

John McLaughlin is criticized for his apparent shock during a PBS broadcast when informed that drugs are prevalent in American prisons. The segment highlights the failure of drug prohibition, noting that if the government cannot keep drugs out of controlled prison environments, the broader drug war is fundamentally flawed.

Keywords: [john mclaughlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mclaughlin.md), [drug war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-war.md), [prohibition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prohibition.md), [prisons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prisons.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Pat Buchanan, Eric Holder, Mandatory Minimums (31:54–35:26)

Pat Buchanan and Eleanor Clift debated Attorney General Eric Holder's policies on drug sentencing. Buchanan argued that incarceration is the primary reason for falling crime rates, while Clift defended the move away from long sentences for minor infractions. A specific claim attributed to a RAND study—that the average drug addict commits 11,000 crimes—is mocked as statistically impossible.

Keywords: [pat buchanan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pat-buchanan.md), [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [eleanor clift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eleanor-clift.md), rand study, drug sentencing

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Silk Road, Bitcoin, Tor Browser, Drug Procurement (35:26–44:12)

An account is provided of navigating the Silk Road marketplace using the Tor browser and Bitcoin. The site is described as a sophisticated, eBay-like operation featuring escrow services, resolution centers, and PGP encryption. Despite the anonymity of the browser, the physical delivery of pharmaceuticals and illegal substances via the U.S. Postal Service suggests the operation may be sanctioned or monitored by federal authorities to build databases of users.

Keywords: [silk road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silk-road.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), tor browser, pgp encryption, [us postal service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-postal-service.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Sanjay Gupta, Medical Marijuana, Israel Research (44:12–51:20)

CNN's Sanjay Gupta hosted a documentary titled "Weed," which explored the medicinal benefits of CBD for treating epilepsy in children. The report highlighted that while Israel's Ministry of Health pioneers marijuana research for PTSD and cancer, the U.S. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) continues to block therapeutic studies. The documentary drew 1.2 million viewers, signaling high public interest in the topic.

Keywords: [sanjay gupta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanjay-gupta.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [marijuana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana.md), [cbd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbd.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Marijuana Legalization, Drug Cartels, Sinaloa Revenue (51:24–56:11)

Speculation is raised that the U.S. government resists marijuana legalization because it would disrupt the banking profits associated with the illegal drug trade, citing the history of HSBC laundering cartel money. Claims from CNN that legalization in Colorado and Washington would cost the Sinaloa cartel $2.8 billion in annual revenue are questioned for their accuracy and logic.

Keywords: [marijuana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana.md), [sinaloa cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sinaloa-cartel.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [washington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington.md), [hsbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hsbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Verizon Revenue, Pharmaceutical Sales, Economic Comparisons (56:13–58:37)

A comparison is made between the revenue of major corporations and the potential value of the marijuana market. Verizon's annual revenue of $118 billion and the $6 billion generated by the drug Lipitor are used as benchmarks to argue that the economic impact of marijuana is often overstated or misunderstood in relation to other massive industries.

Keywords: [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [lipitor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lipitor.md), [revenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenue.md), [cell phones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cell-phones.md), [economics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Donation Segment, Canadian Plastic Currency, Peerage Map (58:39–1:07:26)

Executive Producers Alexandru Bersanu and Baron Greg Birch are thanked for their financial support. The segment features a detailed description of the new Canadian twenty-dollar bill, which is made of plastic and features transparent panels and holograms. Additionally, a new "peerage map" at ITM.im/peers is announced, allowing listeners to track the locations of the show's knights and barons.

Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [currency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency.md), alexandru bersanu, [greg birch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-birch.md), itm.im/peers

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Barack Obama, Middle Class Bargain, Kansas Speeding Fines (1:07:27–1:11:36)

President Obama's weekly address regarding a "better bargain for the middle class" is analyzed and dismissed as empty rhetoric. The discussion transitions to the mandatory nature of Obamacare for young people and a tangent about a legal loophole in Kansas where speeding fines can be paid to keep violations off a driver's record.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [obamacare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obamacare.md), [middle class](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-class.md), [kansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kansas.md), speeding

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Michael Bloomberg, NYCHA Housing, Fingerprinting (1:11:37–1:13:08)

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed a fingerprinting system for residents of NYCHA public housing to combat crime. The proposal is criticized as an authoritarian measure targeting the poor, contrasting with the "middle class bargain" discussed by the federal administration.

Keywords: [michael bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-bloomberg.md), nycha, [public housing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-housing.md), [fingerprinting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fingerprinting.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Russian Gay Propaganda Law, Sochi Winter Olympics (1:13:10–1:14:42)

The ongoing controversy surrounding Russia's "anti-gay" laws is framed as a potential promotional vehicle for the upcoming Sochi Winter Olympics. The discussion suggests that the international media focus has increased public awareness of the games' location.

Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), gay propaganda law, [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), [winter olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/winter-olympics.md), [lgbt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbt.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Trader Joe's, Pirate Joe's Lawsuit, McDonald's Ad (1:14:42–1:18:34)

Trader Joe's is suing Michael Hallett, a Canadian man who operates "Pirate Joe's" by reselling products purchased in Washington state across the border in Vancouver. The segment argues that the media coverage of this lawsuit functions as a paid editorial or advertisement for Trader Joe's and McDonald's.

Keywords: [trader joe's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trader-joe-s.md), pirate joe's, michael hallett, trademark infringement, [mcdonald's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-s.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Russian Law N135-FZ, LGBT Rights, Media Misinformation (1:18:36–1:22:43)

A producer with a background in journalism and politics conducted an extensive review of Russian Federation Law N135-FZ. His research concludes that English-speaking media outlets have systematically omitted the word "children" from their coverage of the law. The analysis suggests that Russia actually grants certain rights to LGBT citizens that the United States does not, and that the global media narrative is largely false.

Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), law n135-fz, [lgbt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbt.md), [kremlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kremlin.md), state duma

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Russian Literature, Cultural Pessimism, 50 Shades of Grey (1:22:44–1:25:44)

A theory is presented that the dark and depressing nature of classic Russian literature by authors like Tolstoy and Dostoevsky has negatively impacted Russian culture. Alternatives such as "Sleepless in Seattle" and "50 Shades of Grey" are jokingly suggested to help improve the national mood.

Keywords: tolstoy, dostoevsky, solzhenitsyn, zamyatin, [50 shades of grey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/50-shades-of-grey.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Jen Psaki, Egypt Crisis, Tools of Slaughter (1:25:44–1:30:20)

State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki is criticized for her performance on Jake Tapper's CNN show, where she avoided answering whether American munitions are being used as "tools of slaughter" in Egypt. Psaki's interactions with Reuters reporter Matt Lee are also highlighted, specifically her inability to define the desired results of U.S. policy in the region.

Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [reuters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reuters.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/22.md)

### 23. AIPAC, Egypt Aid, Muslim Brotherhood (1:30:21–1:36:05)

The debate over cutting aid to Egypt is influenced by AIPAC, which opposes a cutoff to prevent the Muslim Brotherhood from regaining power. Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham are noted for their shifting positions on the issue. The segment also mentions Huma Abedin's alleged connections to the Muslim Brotherhood and the administration's reluctance to name the group directly.

Keywords: [aipac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aipac.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [joe lieberman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-lieberman.md), [muslim brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Sponsor segment: Toviaz Advertisement, Overactive Bladder, Side Effects (1:36:06–1:38:30)

An advertisement for the prescription drug Toviaz, used to treat overactive bladder (OAB), is played. The ad lists numerous side effects, including decreased sweating and the potential for a swollen tongue, which are mocked for their absurdity.

Keywords: toviaz, overactive bladder, [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [pharmaceutical](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical.md), oab

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Napa Valley, Mickey and Molly Wood, Tourism (1:38:31–1:40:33)

A personal update describes a trip to Napa Valley by Mickey and Molly Wood. The region is described as having become overly commercialized, similar to Las Vegas, with high-end restaurants like The French Laundry and Meadowood driving a "foodie" culture that attracts tourists and elites.

Keywords: [napa valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/napa-valley.md), [mickey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mickey.md), [molly wood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molly-wood.md), [french laundry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/french-laundry.md), [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, Protective Order, FBI Cycle (1:40:34–1:43:14)

A protective order in the case of United States v. Zohar (Dzhokhar) Tsarnaev is discussed, which allows for the destruction of discovery materials after they are viewed by the defense. This secrecy is linked to a theory that the Boston bombing was an FBI operation that went off-cycle, leading to a current reorganization within the bureau.

Keywords: [dzhokhar tsarnaev](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dzhokhar-tsarnaev.md), [boston bombing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-bombing.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [protective order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protective-order.md), [discovery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discovery.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Fox News, Monsanto, Genetically Modified Rice (1:43:17–1:50:29)

Fox News is accused of running a rigged, pro-Monsanto segment featuring Greg Gutman and Dana Perino. The editorial attacked environmental activists for destroying "Golden Rice" fields in the Philippines, claiming the activists are accessories to mass murder. The segment is characterized as a shameless corporate promotion for genetically modified agriculture.

Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [golden rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-rice.md), greg gutman, [dana perino](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dana-perino.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Listener Feedback, Alex Jones, Value-for-Value (1:50:31–1:59:53)

Listener donations and feedback are read, including a critique of Alex Jones' sales tactics on InfoWars regarding water filters and iodine. The "value-for-value" model is reinforced as the only way the show operates, contrasting it with the commercial interests of mainstream and alternative media figures.

Keywords: [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [infowars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infowars.md), [iodine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iodine.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [listener mail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-mail.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Knighting Ceremony, Show Anniversary, Archive Review (1:59:58–2:03:01)

Alexandru Bersanu and Robert Montaya are officially knighted for their $1,000 donations. The hosts review the show's history, noting that the first episode aired on October 26, 2007, and was only 37 minutes long. They track the evolution of the show's length and format over the past six years.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), alexandru bersanu, robert montaya, [anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anniversary.md), [archives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archives.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/29.md)

### 30. September 15th Killshot, Solar Maximum, Faraday Cages (2:03:01–2:10:44)

A prediction is made regarding a "killshot" event scheduled for the week of September 15th, involving a massive solar flare or EMP that could disable the global power grid and internet. The discussion covers the use of Faraday cages and lead boxes to protect ham radio equipment from such an event, while noting that DHS has been stockpiling ammunition in preparation for potential martial law.

Keywords: killshot, solar maximum, [emp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emp.md), [fema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema.md), [faraday cage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faraday-cage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Edward Snowden, Lon Snowden, Bruce Fein (2:10:44–2:15:51)

Edward Snowden issued a statement to the Huffington Post clarifying that his father, Lon Snowden, and lawyer Bruce Fein do not represent him. Snowden warned journalists that his father is being exploited for tabloid news. Bruce Fein's background as a lobbyist for various international groups and his role in the Ron Paul campaign are scrutinized.

Keywords: [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [lon snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lon-snowden.md), [bruce fein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bruce-fein.md), [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [huffington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/huffington-post.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Laura Poitras, Jacob Applebaum, NSA Questions (2:15:52–2:20:04)

The story of how Edward Snowden first contacted Laura Poitras is detailed, noting that Glenn Greenwald initially ignored Snowden because he lacked encryption tools. Poitras worked with Jacob Applebaum to verify Snowden's identity using a series of questions about NSA programs like Stuxnet and the Utah data center. Poitras is criticized for her "styled" public persona and her connections to the surveillance film community.

Keywords: [laura poitras](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laura-poitras.md), [jacob applebaum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacob-applebaum.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [tor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tor.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Bertha Foundation, WikiLeaks, Peter Gabriel (2:20:05–2:33:07)

The Bertha Foundation is identified as a major, secretive financial backer for WikiLeaks, Laura Poitras, and the film "Dirty Wars" by Jeremy Scahill. The foundation also funds Link TV and the Center for Constitutional Rights. Despite its influence, the organization's funding sources remain unknown, though it is linked to figures like Peter Gabriel and Harry Belafonte. The foundation's logo change from a flower to a gear is noted as potential communist symbolism.

Keywords: [bertha foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bertha-foundation.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), peter gabriel, [jeremy scahill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-scahill.md), britdoc

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Bertha Name Origin, Charlemagne, Illuminati (2:33:08–2:37:07)

The etymology of the name "Bertha" is explored, linking it to Old High German, Alpine folklore, and the mother of Charlemagne. The hosts speculate that the name is a "gag" or code used by the Bertha Foundation, possibly relating to the Illuminati or historical European lineages.

Keywords: bertha, charlemagne, [illuminati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illuminati.md), [etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), [symbolism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symbolism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Gazprom, Azerbaijan Gas, Turkey Pipeline War (2:37:09–2:42:26)

A "pipeline war" is intensifying as BP and Total buy into the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), which competes with Russia's South Stream. Sabotage is suspected in a recent Caspian oil field fire, potentially orchestrated by Russia to slow down the competition. Turkey is identified as the primary geopolitical flashpoint where these competing energy interests intersect.

Keywords: [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md), [azerbaijan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/azerbaijan.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), trans adriatic pipeline

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/35.md)

### 36. European Riots, Muslim Brotherhood, Theo van Gogh (2:42:27–2:46:11)

The potential for widespread rioting in Europe is discussed, drawing parallels to the current unrest in Egypt. The segment references the 2004 assassination of filmmaker Theo van Gogh in Amsterdam as an example of extremist violence and warns that the goal of a new caliphate is being pursued by a significant portion of the population.

Keywords: [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [muslim brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md), [caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caliphate.md), [theo van gogh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theo-van-gogh.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/36.md)

### 37. George Stroumboulopoulos, CNN, Jeff Zucker (2:46:12–2:51:53)

Canadian host George Stroumboulopoulos has joined CNN, but his transition is criticized for stripping away his unique "scruffy" persona. CNN's leadership under Jeff Zucker is blamed for the network's declining quality, citing Soledad O'Brien's shift to jailhouse interviews as evidence of the network's move away from hard news.

Keywords: george stroumboulopoulos, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [jeff zucker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-zucker.md), [soledad o'brien](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soledad-o-brien.md), [cbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Outro, Petaluma Show, Sign-off (2:51:55–2:53:46)

The hosts conclude the episode with plans to further investigate the Bertha Foundation. They announce an upcoming show in Petaluma and sign off from their respective locations in Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley.

Keywords: [petaluma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petaluma.md), [bertha foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bertha-foundation.md), [travis heights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travis-heights.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/540-tools-of-slaughter/chapter/38.md)

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