# Jelly Side Up

> Leaked diplomatic cables reveal the American hand in Ukrainian leadership as corporate interests and technical failures dominate the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 590
- **Published:** 2014-02-09
- **Length:** 2h 49m
- **Topics:** Nuland leak, [Sochi Olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi-olympics.md), [Strait of Hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), Silicon Valley snipers, [Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), Facebook addiction, [Value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up

## About this episode

Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland and Ambassador Jeffrey Pyatt appear in a leaked phone conversation coordinating the installation of specific opposition leaders within the Ukrainian government. The audio reveals a calculated US strategy to utilize the United Nations as political cover for maneuvering in the former Soviet sphere. This diplomatic breach, featuring Nuland’s dismissive comments toward the European Union, suggests a neoconservative effort to rubalize the region while the State Department attempts to downplay the fallout through evasive press briefings.

NBC faces criticism for its heavily edited broadcast of the Sochi Winter Olympics, which removed International Olympic Committee remarks on diversity to accommodate corporate sponsors like Visa and McDonald’s. Former Olympic luger Samantha Retrosi compares the games to The Hunger Games, noting that US athletes often receive zero financial support while serving as unpaid spokespeople for Verizon. Meanwhile, a sophisticated sniper attack on a PG&E power substation in Silicon Valley and the suspicious death of an American Title Services CEO in Colorado raise questions about domestic security and infrastructure vulnerabilities. In Oman, a new $3 billion national railway project aims to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, stripping Iran of its strategic leverage over global shipping lanes.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak analyze the social friction of Austin dinner parties where guests express disdain for the working class and the childless-by-choice. The program acknowledges Sir John Harrison as the first member of the 600 Club and explores the history of reverse-engineered alien technology described by Colonel Philip J. Corso. From the intentional poisoning of alcohol during Prohibition to the addictive nature of Facebook as a digital drug, the hosts dissect the mechanisms of state and corporate control.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/transcript.md.

### 1. Rain Stick Ritual and California Weather Anomalies (0:03–1:38)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program by discussing the sudden heavy rainfall in Northern Silicon Valley and Austin, Texas. They jokingly attribute the end of a multi-month California drought to their use of professional rain sticks. The hosts note that the rain arrived despite meteorological predictions that dry conditions would persist until April.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [rain sticks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-sticks.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drought.md), [weather modification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-modification.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Sochi Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony and Urban Legends (1:39–5:02)

The discussion shifts to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, focusing on the technical failure of one of the five Olympic rings during the opening ceremony. A viral internet hoax is addressed, which falsely claimed the engineer responsible for the rings was found stabbed to death in his hotel room. The hosts also reference a "Red Book" prediction regarding a stray dog interrupting the event.

Keywords: [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), [winter olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/winter-olympics.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), opening ceremony, olympic rings, [urban legend](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-legend.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/2.md)

### 3. NBC Broadcast Editing and Olympic Commercialism (5:03–6:55)

Criticism is directed at NBC for its edited broadcast of the Olympic opening ceremonies, specifically the removal of a speech by the International Olympic Committee president regarding diversity. The hosts argue that the Olympics have become an entirely commercial endeavor driven by sponsors like Visa and McDonald's. They highlight how the broadcast is structured to maximize advertising slots rather than provide a live historical record.

Keywords: [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [matt lauer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lauer.md), [international olympic committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-olympic-committee.md), [broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Samantha Retrosi on Athlete Exploitation and Corporate Sponsorship (6:55–10:58)

A clip from Amy Goodman’s "Democracy Now" features former Olympic luger Samantha Retrosi comparing the Olympic Games to "The Hunger Games." Retrosi describes how US national team athletes are essentially unpaid spokespeople for corporations like Verizon. She explains that despite massive corporate sponsorship deals, individual athletes often receive zero financial support and must work secondary jobs to fund their training.

Keywords: samantha retrosi, [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [olympic committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olympic-committee.md), [luge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luge.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Jane Harman and CNN Terror Fearmongering (10:58–15:22)

Former Representative Jane Harman is criticized for her appearances on CNN, where she discussed security threats at the Sochi Olympics. The hosts mock her alarmist rhetoric regarding suicide bombers and the deployment of US naval warships to the Black Sea. They characterize her analysis of Vladimir Putin’s "vanity project" and the North Caucasus region as nonsensical and drug-induced.

Keywords: [jane harman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jane-harman.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Dinner with the Obama-Bots in Austin (15:23–19:12)

A recurring segment describes a recent dinner party in Austin with friends referred to as "Obama-Bots." The narrative focuses on the social friction between the host's worldview and the guests' mainstream liberal perspectives. The host details a specific interaction with a guest who refuses to socialize with Republicans, leading to a discussion on political polarization.

Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [obama-bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-bots.md), political debate, [social dynamics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-dynamics.md), [dinner party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dinner-party.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Richard Engel Sochi Hacking Report Debunked (19:12–23:29)

The hosts debunk a report by NBC’s Richard Engel claiming that travelers to Sochi are immediately hacked upon turning on their devices. They point out that Engel’s demonstration involved visiting malicious websites and side-loading apps, which would result in a hack anywhere in the world. A tangent follows regarding Rachel Maddow and her physical resemblance to Dutch TV host Martijn Krabbé.

Keywords: [richard engel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-engel.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), [malware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malware.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Global Warming vs. Global Cooling Debate (23:29–25:20)

During the dinner party, a conflict arises over climate terminology and science. The guests insist that "climate change" is simply a rebranding of "global warming" and is settled science. The host counters by asserting a belief in "global cooling," leading to a tense social standoff where the guests perform a "preemptive strike" against his views.

Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [global cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md), [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [dinner party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dinner-party.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Childless by Choice and Vasectomy Social Dynamics (25:21–31:38)

A lengthy discussion explores the attitudes of couples who are "childless by choice." The hosts recount a dinner conversation where guests expressed disgust at the idea of cleaning up after children. The topic shifts to the social implications of vasectomies, with the host suggesting that men who undergo the procedure may experience personality changes or underlying anger when confronted by parents.

Keywords: childless by choice, [vasectomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vasectomy.md), [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [social etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-etiquette.md), airplane travel

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Putin, the Koch Brothers, and Political Villains (31:41–33:34)

The dinner conversation turns to international and domestic villains, with guests labeling Vladimir Putin a power-hungry dictator. The host compares Putin to US leaders like George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. The guests then pivot to the influence of the Koch Brothers and Sheldon Adelson on US elections, which the host dismisses as an ineffective liberal talking point.

Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [koch brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/koch-brothers.md), [sheldon adelson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sheldon-adelson.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [white paper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-paper.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/10.md)

### 11. US Postal Service and Darwinism Comment (33:34–35:09)

An anecdote about receiving a "Ready for Hillary" bumper sticker leads to a discussion about the United States Postal Service. One dinner guest expresses a disdain for visiting the post office, describing the experience as "sitting there with all of Darwinism." The hosts interpret this as a classist remark toward the general public.

Keywords: [usps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usps.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [post office](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/post-office.md), [social classes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-classes.md), darwinism

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Islam and Cultural Perspectives in Europe (35:11–37:56)

The hosts discuss the cultural shifts in the Netherlands and the broader history of the Ottoman Empire. When the host attempts to discuss specific issues within Islam, the dinner guests respond with the argument that fundamentalist Christians are equally problematic. The host concludes that his friends' perspectives are distorted by mainstream media inputs.

Keywords: [islam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islam.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [ottoman empire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ottoman-empire.md), [religion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Tom Perkins, the 1%, and Nazi Analogies (37:57–42:00)

The dinner party ends abruptly after the host defends Tom Perkins’ controversial letter comparing the persecution of the "1 percent" to Nazi Germany. The host argues that minorities should not be persecuted, regardless of their wealth. This leads to a side discussion about venture capitalist John Doerr and his nervous habits, including biting his fingernails down to the bone.

Keywords: [tom perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-perkins.md), [1 percent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1-percent.md), [nazi germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi-germany.md), [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [compaq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compaq.md), [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Executive Producer Donations and 600 Club (42:00–45:15)

The hosts acknowledge high-tier donors, including Sir John Harrison, the first member of the "600 Club" for the show's 6th anniversary. They discuss Harrison's move from North Carolina to Austin and his request for "job karma" for his son. Other donors from Texas and Indiana are thanked under the value-for-value model.

Keywords: [john harrison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-harrison.md), james von aiken, [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [600 club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/600-club.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Privacy Policy for Listener Communications (45:15–49:01)

A discussion on the ethics of sharing listener information leads to a new policy: listeners must explicitly state if a communication is "not for discussion." The hosts emphasize that as a public news outlet, they treat mail like letters to the editor. They also discuss the technical hurdles of using PGP and GPG encryption for emails.

Keywords: [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [pgp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pgp.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [listener mail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-mail.md), [ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethics.md), [communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Stray Dog Predictions and Domain Name Forwards (49:02–53:50)

Listeners write in to confirm the show's "stray dog" prediction for the Sochi Olympics. The hosts then list several new domain name forwards created by fans, including F-Russia.com and SlaveStrong.com. They discourage fans from spending too much on domain registrations, suggesting the money is better spent as a direct donation to the show.

Keywords: [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), stray dogs, [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), f-russia, slave strong, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Victoria Nuland Leaked Phone Call on Ukraine (53:53–58:07)

The hosts analyze the leaked phone conversation between Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland and Ambassador Jeffrey Pyatt. The audio reveals US officials "playing chess" with the Ukrainian government, discussing which opposition leaders should be placed in power. The segment highlights the US strategy to involve the UN to provide "cover" for their political maneuvering.

Keywords: [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), jeffrey pyatt, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [leaked audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaked-audio.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Meta-Theory on the Nuland Leak as Misdirection (58:09–1:04:58)

A meta-theory is proposed suggesting the Nuland leak was a "rehearsed" conversation designed to be intercepted by Russian intelligence. The host argues that high-level officials know they are being monitored, and the "Fuck the EU" comment was a calculated distraction. The lack of disciplinary action against Nuland is cited as evidence that the leak served a strategic purpose.

Keywords: [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [tradecraft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tradecraft.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/18.md)

### 19. State Department Press Briefing on Encryption (1:05:00–1:11:19)

The hosts review a State Department press briefing where Jen Psaki is questioned about the use of encrypted mobile phones. Psaki admits that government-issued BlackBerries have data encryption but lack voice encryption. The hosts interpret her evasive answers as a "honeypot" tactic, potentially inviting foreign intelligence services to listen to unencrypted lines.

Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [matt lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lee.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [blackberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackberry.md), mobile security

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Putin's Response and the Sochi Olympics (1:11:19–1:14:47)

The discussion turns to Vladimir Putin's public demeanor during the Sochi Olympics and his potential reaction to US interference in Ukraine. The hosts reference an interview where President Obama described Putin's "tough guy" persona as a "shtick." They suggest the US is intentionally "poking the gorilla" to provoke a Russian response.

Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [bob costas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-costas.md), [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), [olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olympics.md), [geopolitics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geopolitics.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Victoria Nuland's Background and PNAC Connections (1:14:47–1:17:59)

The hosts examine Victoria Nuland's professional pedigree, noting her education at Brown University and her marriage to Robert Kagan, a co-founder of the Project for the New American Century (PNAC). They link her current actions in Ukraine to the long-term neoconservative goals of "rubalizing" countries and expanding US influence in the former Soviet sphere.

Keywords: [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [robert kagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-kagan.md), [pnac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pnac.md), [brookings institution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brookings-institution.md), [yale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yale.md), neoconservatism

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Jen Psaki's "Fishing Boat" Joke and RT Coverage (1:18:00–1:22:08)

The hosts mock State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki for attempting to joke about Victoria Nuland learning curse words on a Russian fishing boat at age 23. They play a clip from RT (Russia Today) that ridicules Psaki's lack of humor and the State Department's attempt to downplay the diplomatic fallout of the leaked audio.

Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md), [humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Gay Rights Protests and the "White Paper" (1:22:18–1:26:54)

The hosts discuss gay rights protests in Idaho and London directed at Russia's anti-gay laws. They mention a "white paper" produced by a listener that provides a different perspective on the issue, which was reportedly well-received by some academics. They also debunk a story about the Grindr app being used to track gay users in Russia as "bogative."

Keywords: [gay rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-rights.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), [idaho](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/idaho.md), [grindr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grindr.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Pussy Riot Disowned by Original Members (1:26:55–1:29:13)

Original members of the Russian punk group Pussy Riot have reportedly disowned Maria Alyokhina and Nadezhda Tolokonnikova after they performed with Madonna at an Amnesty International concert. The group claims the duo has been "institutionalized" and has abandoned the group's leftist, anti-capitalist, and illegal performance ideals in favor of mainstream celebrity activism.

Keywords: [pussy riot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pussy-riot.md), [madonna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madonna.md), [amnesty international](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty-international.md), [moscow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow.md), [activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/activism.md), [feminism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/feminism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Tatu and Homoeroticism at the Olympics (1:29:15–1:32:27)

The hosts comment on the irony of the Sochi opening ceremony featuring the Russian duo Tatu, who are known for portraying lesbians. They also discuss what they perceive as "over-the-top homoeroticism" in the Olympic ballet performances, suggesting that Russia is sending mixed signals regarding its stance on sexuality.

Keywords: tatu, [sochi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sochi.md), ballet, [village people](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/village-people.md), homoeroticism, opening ceremony

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Civil Unrest and Riots in Bosnia (1:32:28–1:34:24)

Protests and riots have erupted in major Bosnian cities, including Sarajevo, driven by high unemployment and government corruption. Crowds set fire to government buildings and the presidential palace. The hosts characterize this as another example of "rubalization" and suggest that international firms like Bechtel may eventually be brought in to rebuild.

Keywords: [bosnia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bosnia.md), [sarajevo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarajevo.md), [riots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/riots.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md), rubalization

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Opiate Addiction and Government Poisoning of Alcohol (1:34:25–1:38:55)

A discussion on the opiate crisis identifies Vicodin as a primary gateway drug prescribed by dentists. The hosts explore a historical precedent from 1926 where the US government intentionally poisoned industrial alcohol during Prohibition, leading to thousands of deaths. They also reference the 1970s spraying of Mexican marijuana fields with the toxic chemical Paraquat.

Keywords: [vicodin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vicodin.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), [prohibition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prohibition.md), paraquat, [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/addiction.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Facebook as a Gateway Drug and MRI Studies (1:38:56–1:42:31)

The host presents a thesis that Facebook functions as a drug, supported by a Harvard study using MRI scans. The research shows that the anticipation of social media feedback activates the same brain regions as cocaine and gambling. The segment argues that "self-disclosure" on Facebook is an addictive behavior used to seek affirmation for depressed individuals.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), [mri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mri.md), [dopamine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dopamine.md), [addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/addiction.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/28.md)

### 29. The Exploitation of "Sign in with Facebook" (1:42:31–1:47:31)

The hosts criticize the "Sign in with Facebook" feature found on many websites and apps. They explain that this is a data-mining tool for developers to access a user's personal information, preferences, and friend lists. They argue that users are the product in this ecosystem, which is designed to satisfy venture capital investors rather than provide a free service.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [data mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-mining.md), [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [developers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/developers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Value-for-Value Donations and Executive Order 12333 (1:47:32–1:52:17)

The hosts read a list of donors contributing via the value-for-value model. Several donors contribute $123.33, a reference to Executive Order 12333, which governs US intelligence activities. Donors from Germany, Canada, and various US states are acknowledged for their support of the program.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [waterloo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waterloo.md), [frankfurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frankfurt.md), lost wages, [executive order 12333](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order-12333.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Knighting Rituals and Strawberry Scented Lipstick (1:52:17–1:53:54)

A humorous anecdote involves a newly minted "Knight" who attempted to seal an envelope using his wife's strawberry-scented lipstick instead of professional sealing wax. The host complains that the resulting "gob of goo" made the mail greasy and warns other listeners to purchase proper supplies from the show's official vendor.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [sealing wax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sealing-wax.md), [eric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric.md), stationary, [strawberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strawberry.md), [lipstick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lipstick.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Birthday Call-outs and Relationship Karma (1:53:54–2:00:13)

The hosts provide birthday shout-outs and "relationship karma" to various listeners. They acknowledge a belated birthday for Black Knight George Fumderhorst and a 40th birthday for a listener named Janice. The segment reinforces the community aspect of the show through personal acknowledgments.

Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Roswell UFO Incident and Political Birthdays (2:00:13–2:02:23)

A humorous conspiracy theory is shared linking the 1947 Roswell UFO crash to the births of several prominent US politicians in 1948. The list includes Al Gore, Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, and Joe Biden. The host jokingly suggests these figures are the result of "aliens breeding with sheep and jackasses."

Keywords: [roswell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roswell.md), [ufo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ufo.md), [1947](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1947.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/33.md)

### 34. The Day After Roswell by Colonel Philip J. Corso (2:02:24–2:07:25)

The host reviews "The Day After Roswell" by Colonel Philip J. Corso, which claims that modern technologies like the transistor, integrated circuits, and lasers were reverse-engineered from alien wreckage. While skeptical of the book's fictional tone, the host finds the technical claims and Corso's military credentials intriguing, particularly regarding the "flying wing" design.

Keywords: [philip corso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philip-corso.md), [roswell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roswell.md), [transistors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transistors.md), integrated circuits, [fiber optics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fiber-optics.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Suspicious Death of American Title Services CEO (2:07:25–2:08:29)

The hosts discuss the suspicious death of the CEO of American Title Services in Centennial, Colorado. Authorities ruled the death a suicide despite the victim having seven or eight nail gun wounds to the torso and head. The hosts express extreme skepticism that such a death could be self-inflicted.

Keywords: [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [suicide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicide.md), nail gun, american title services, suspicious death

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Flu Shot Clinics and the History of Lobotomies (2:08:30–2:11:39)

A report on free flu shot clinics in parking lots triggers a discussion on the history of lobotomies. The host claims that in the 1920s and 30s, lobotomies were performed in public spaces like Central Park to treat "hysterical" women. The segment draws a parallel between historical medical fads and modern mass vaccination efforts.

Keywords: [flu shots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-shots.md), [lobotomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobotomy.md), [central park](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-park.md), hysterics, [medical history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-history.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Bill Maher's Rant Against Seniors and Social Security (2:11:40–2:17:54)

Comedian Bill Maher is criticized for a "hateful" ageist rant where he targeted senior citizens for receiving Social Security benefits. The hosts argue that Maher, as a liberal, should support social safety nets but instead chooses to mock the elderly. They contrast Maher's "court jester" role with traditional comedy that targets the powerful rather than the helpless.

Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [social security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-security.md), [s.e. cupp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/s-e-cupp.md), [ageism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ageism.md), [liberals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberals.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Susan Rice, Jane Harman, and Syrian Terror Threats (2:17:54–2:22:24)

The hosts analyze statements from Susan Rice and Jane Harman regarding the conflict in Syria. Harman is mocked for suggesting that Syria is geographically close to Russia and that terrorists might travel from Syria to attack the Sochi Olympics. The hosts characterize Syria as the "new Afghanistan" in the eyes of the US intelligence community.

Keywords: [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [jane harman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jane-harman.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [caucasus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caucasus.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/38.md)

### 39. President Obama and Haitian President Michel Martelly (2:22:25–2:29:12)

President Obama's meeting with Haitian President Michel Martelly is scrutinized. The hosts highlight the discrepancy between Obama's claims of "progress" and the reality of 150,000 people still living in tents four years after the earthquake. They question the disappearance of billions of dollars in international aid collected by the Clinton-Bush Haiti Fund.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [michel martelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michel-martelly.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Oman National Railway and the Strait of Hormuz (2:29:13–2:33:16)

Oman is reportedly building a $3 billion national railway to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, a major global shipping choke point controlled by Iran. The railway will allow freight to be docked in southern Oman and transported north by rail through Saudi Arabia and the UAE, reducing the strategic leverage of the Iranian navy.

Keywords: [oman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oman.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [railway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railway.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [shipping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shipping.md), [oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Panama Canal Expansion Delays and Natural Gas (2:33:17–2:36:21)

Delays in the $5.25 billion expansion of the Panama Canal are causing a surge in shipping rates for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) destined for Asia. The hosts note that Japan is particularly dependent on US gas following the shutdown of its nuclear plants. They also mention China's interest in building a competing canal through Nicaragua.

Keywords: [panama canal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/panama-canal.md), [nicaragua](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicaragua.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), shipping rates

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Silicon Valley Power Station Attack and Cyber-Security (2:36:22–2:44:00)

A sophisticated physical attack on a PG&E power substation in Silicon Valley is discussed months after it occurred. Snipers reportedly shot out 17 transformers in a coordinated operation. The hosts suggest the timing of the news release is a prelude to increased government spending on "cyber-security" and physical infrastructure protection.

Keywords: [pg&e](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pg-e.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [rand corporation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-corporation.md), [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [sabotage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sabotage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Thom Hartmann's "Radcast" and Fukushima Radiation (2:44:01–2:47:30)

The hosts ridicule radio host Thom Hartmann for a segment called "Radcast," which reports daily radiation levels across the US. They argue the numbers are misleading, as high readings in places like Massachusetts are due to natural radon gas rather than fallout from Fukushima. They characterize the segment as fearmongering "bullcrap."

Keywords: [thom hartmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thom-hartmann.md), radcast, [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md), [fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), radon, [massachusetts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/massachusetts.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/43.md)

### 44. US Military Expansion in Djibouti and Africa (2:47:31–2:49:27)

The program concludes with a look at the massive expansion of the US military base in Djibouti. The hosts suggest that as the US leaves Afghanistan, the "poppy" (opium) production may be relocated to the Horn of Africa. They describe the base as a permanent hub for US operations across the continent, complete with American fast-food chains.

Keywords: [djibouti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/djibouti.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [poppy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [military base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-base.md), basra

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/44.md)

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