# Cli-Fi®

> From the suspicious timing of the Heartbleed bug discovery to the emergence of Sluggish Cognitive Tempo, the world enters a new era of manufactured crises and climate fiction.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 608
- **Published:** 2014-04-13
- **Length:** 2h 56m
- **Topics:** [Heartbleed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heartbleed.md), Bundy Ranch, Cli-Fi, SCT, [MH370](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh370.md), Sina Weibo, IMF Ukraine
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi

## About this episode

The National Security Agency and the White House issued rare denials following a Bloomberg report claiming the agency exploited the Heartbleed bug for two years to gather intelligence. Security firm Codenomicon and Google researcher Neel Mehta are credited with the discovery, yet the presence of former White House cybersecurity coordinator Howard A. Schmidt as Codenomicon’s chairman raises questions about the timing of the disclosure. Meanwhile, journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras returned to the United States to accept a journalism award, signaling a shift in their legal strategy as they seek to rebuild their domestic profiles through university speaking engagements.

Medical experts including Dr. Russell Barkley are promoting a new diagnosis called Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT), which critics link to pharmaceutical interests like Eli Lilly seeking to expand the market for ADHD medications. In the search for flight MH370, technical discrepancies emerged regarding the DK120 underwater locator beacon, as official reports of frequency drift to 33.3 kilohertz contradict manufacturer specifications. In Nevada, the Bureau of Land Management standoff with rancher Cliven Bundy is scrutinized for potential links to a solar farm deal involving Senator Harry Reid and a Chinese energy firm. Additionally, HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius resigned following the Affordable Care Act rollout, with Sylvia Burwell of the Walmart Foundation named as her successor.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak analyze the rise of Cli-Fi, a literary genre focused on dystopian climate futures, while mocking the pseudo-intellectual jargon used by 3D-printed gun advocate Cody Wilson at the Oxford Union. The program features a Guess That Movie segment with clips from Ghostbusters and Death Wish 3, alongside a look at the unique lace doilies found in Tokyo taxis. Sir Jeffrey Gerlach is elevated to the rank of Viscount as the show maintains its value-for-value model despite a recent donation shortfall.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/transcript.md.

### 1. Adam Curry, John C. Dvorak, Austin Allergy Season (0:00–2:15)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley. Curry describes the severe oak allergy season currently affecting residents in the Travis Heights area of Austin. The hosts briefly mention tax season deadlines before transitioning into the main news cycle.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [allergies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/allergies.md), [travis heights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travis-heights.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Sina Weibo, Chinese Social Media Corruption, Wen Zhang Scandal (2:20–8:45)

Chinese social media platform Sina Weibo experienced record-breaking engagement following a cheating scandal involving actor Wen Zhang and his pregnant wife, Ma Yili. The public apology and subsequent responses garnered millions of likes and comments, signaling a shift in Chinese public discourse toward celebrity gossip and criticism. The hosts suggest this "social media sickness" represents a form of Western cultural corruption affecting the Chinese populace.

Keywords: sina weibo, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), wen zhang, ma yili, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Podcast Donation Shortfall, Listener Excuses, Newsletter Timing (8:46–10:35)

The hosts address a recent decline in financial support for the show, specifically citing a letter from a listener in England who used the Saturday delivery of the newsletter as an excuse not to donate. They express frustration with listeners who provide elaborate justifications for withholding support despite the research and effort put into the production.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [england](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/england.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Sluggish Cognitive Tempo, SCT, ADHD Medication, Eli Lilly (10:38–18:13)

Medical researchers have identified a new condition called Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT), characterized by lethargy, daydreaming, and slow mental processing. Critics point out that prominent experts promoting the disorder, such as Dr. Russell Barkley, have significant financial ties to pharmaceutical companies like Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Stratera. The hosts argue this is an attempt to expand the market for ADHD-style medications to include millions of additional children and adults.

Keywords: sluggish cognitive tempo, sct, [adhd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adhd.md), stratera, [eli lilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eli-lilly.md), [dsm-5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsm-5.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/4.md)

### 5. MH370 Pinger Specs, Richard Quest, FAA Beacon Regulations (18:14–26:19)

Discrepancies in the reported frequency of the MH370 underwater locator beacon suggest the search data may be unreliable. While official reports mention frequencies drifting to 33.3 kilohertz, technical specifications for the DK120 beacon indicate it should remain near 37.5 kilohertz even as battery power wanes. The segment also references CNN aviation analyst Richard Quest's past legal troubles in New York City while questioning the validity of the ongoing search narrative.

Keywords: [mh370](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh370.md), pinger, [richard quest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-quest.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [black box](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-box.md), acoustic beacon

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Glenn Greenwald, Laura Poitras, Return to United States (26:20–29:04)

Journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras returned to the United States to accept a journalism award without facing interference from customs officials. The hosts speculate that Greenwald's return is motivated by the potential for lucrative speaking engagements at universities and corporate events. They suggest he aims to rebuild his domestic profile after living in Brazil for an extended period.

Keywords: [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [laura poitras](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laura-poitras.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md), [customs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/customs.md), [journalism awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism-awards.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Bloomberg NSA Heartbleed Report, Michael Reilly, Zero-Day Exploits (29:05–34:02)

Bloomberg News reported that the NSA was aware of the Heartbleed bug for at least two years and exploited it for intelligence gathering. The NSA and the White House issued rare, flat denials, stating their policy is to disclose major vulnerabilities to the public. The hosts analyze the conflicting reports, questioning why the NSA would need such a bug given their existing surveillance capabilities.

Keywords: [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [heartbleed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heartbleed.md), [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), michael reilly, [zero-day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zero-day.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Codenomicon, Google, Heartbleed Discovery Timeline (34:02–44:27)

The discovery of the Heartbleed bug by security firm Codenomicon and Google researcher Neel Mehta is scrutinized for its suspicious timing and connections to government spooks. Howard A. Schmidt, a former White House cybersecurity coordinator, serves as the chairman of Codenomicon, while Mehta has ties to the Freedom of the Press Foundation. The hosts question the "coincidental" simultaneous discovery of a two-year-old bug by two separate entities.

Keywords: codenomicon, [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), neel mehta, [heartbleed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heartbleed.md), howard a. schmidt

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Al Jazeera Heartbleed Coverage, Alicia Hutnick, Professional Spin (44:28–53:13)

Attorney Alicia Hutnick appeared on Al Jazeera to discuss the Heartbleed bug, providing what the hosts characterize as professional spin and technically inaccurate information. Hutnick claimed the bug left no "breadcrumbs" and downplayed its impact on military infrastructure. The hosts argue that such media appearances are designed to run interference for the NSA and confuse the general public about data security.

Keywords: [al jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), alicia hutnick, [heartbleed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heartbleed.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Boston Marathon Anniversary, Adrienne Haslett-Davis, Officer Dennis Simmons (53:14–57:11)

As the anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing approaches, survivor Adrienne Haslett-Davis expressed outrage after a "Meet the Press" interview where the name Tsarnaev was mentioned against her wishes. Additionally, the sudden death of 28-year-old Boston police officer Dennis Simmons during a gym workout is noted. Simmons was involved in the 2013 shootout with the Tsarnaev brothers and was scheduled to receive a presidential award for bravery.

Keywords: [boston marathon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-marathon.md), [tsarnaev](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsarnaev.md), adrienne haslett-davis, dennis simmons, [crossfit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crossfit.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Executive Producer Credits, Donations, New Zealand Support (57:12–1:02:13)

The hosts credit the executive producers for Episode 608, including Sir LB Fudge Fountain (Brian Moses Hall) and an anonymous donor from Auckland, New Zealand. They read notes from supporters requesting "job karma" and "tax accountant karma." The segment highlights the value-for-value model and the importance of individual contributions to the show's operation.

Keywords: lb fudge fountain, brian moses hall, [auckland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auckland.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Audience Growth vs Donation Decline, CNN Comparison (1:02:14–1:04:48)

Despite a significant increase in the show's mailing list and estimated listenership, total donation revenue has decreased by approximately 15-20% compared to the previous year. The hosts compare their niche analysis to the high ratings of mainstream outlets like CNN, which focus on sensational stories like the Oscar Pistorius trial. They urge the growing audience to convert to active subscribers to ensure the show's sustainability.

Keywords: audience metrics, [mailing list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mailing-list.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [subscriptions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subscriptions.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Cody Wilson, 3D Printed Guns, Oxford Union Speech (1:04:49–1:11:44)

Cody Wilson, known for developing 3D-printed firearms and Bitcoin initiatives, delivered a speech at the Oxford Union that the hosts describe as "pseudo-intellectual gobbledygook." Wilson discussed the "trans-political moment" and the "fatal strategy" of open-source technology. The hosts criticize his use of complex jargon to describe relatively simple concepts of manufacturing and political dissent.

Keywords: [cody wilson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cody-wilson.md), [3d printing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/3d-printing.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [oxford union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-union.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Climate Change Economy, Smart Infrastructure, Green Walls (1:11:48–1:20:01)

The "climate change economy" is identified as a new driver for urban planning and government spending, focusing on "resiliency" and "adaptation." Officials like Harriet Tregoning from HUD advocate for "smarter" infrastructure, including green roofs and walls that supposedly grow food and cool buildings. The hosts argue these initiatives are primarily designed to facilitate the flow of taxpayer money to consultants and corporate interests under the guise of environmental protection.

Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), doug foy, harriet tregoning, [hud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hud.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Ann Curry NBC Special, Sea Level Rise Projections, Nikolai Lam (1:20:02–1:25:31)

Ann Curry's NBC special "Year of Extremes" presented dramatic projections of sea level rise, claiming total agreement among scientists. The report featured artist Nikolai Lam's renderings of major landmarks, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Jefferson Memorial, submerged under 25 feet of water. The hosts point out that even the report admits such a rise might not happen for centuries, labeling the visuals as fear-mongering "cli-fi."

Keywords: [ann curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-curry.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [sea level rise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-level-rise.md), nikolai lam, [miami](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miami.md), [statue of liberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/statue-of-liberty.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Cli-Fi Literary Genre, Dystopian Fiction, NCIS Los Angeles (1:25:31–1:30:16)

A new literary genre dubbed "Cli-Fi" (Climate Fiction) is emerging, featuring stories set in a dystopian present where Earth's systems are failing. NPR highlighted Nathaniel Rich's novel "Odds Against Tomorrow" as a prime example of this trend. The hosts compare this fictionalized reality to procedural dramas like "NCIS: Los Angeles," which portray a version of the world constantly under siege by terrorists and disasters.

Keywords: cli-fi, climate fiction, nathaniel rich, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [ncis los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ncis-los-angeles.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Movie Quiz, Ghostbusters, Death Wish 3 (1:30:17–1:32:23)

The hosts engage in a "Guess That Movie" segment, featuring a clip from "Ghostbusters" regarding "biblical proportions" of disaster. This is followed by a clip from "Death Wish 3" involving a jailhouse confrontation. The segment serves as a brief entertainment break while reinforcing themes of urban dystopia.

Keywords: [ghostbusters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghostbusters.md), death wish 3, [movie quiz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-quiz.md), [bill murray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-murray.md), [charles bronson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-bronson.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Japan Energy Policy, Iwao Hakamada Exoneration (1:32:26–1:35:35)

Japan is shifting back toward nuclear power and fossil fuels to balance its energy supply following the Fukushima disaster. Simultaneously, the Japanese criminal justice system faces scrutiny after Iwao Hakamada was released from death row after 48 years due to fabricated DNA evidence. The hosts discuss Japan's 95% conviction rate and the use of torture to extract confessions.

Keywords: [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), iwao hakamada, [dna evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dna-evidence.md), [death penalty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/death-penalty.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Tokyo Taxis, New York Ball Mats, Middle Eastern Influence (1:35:35–1:37:09)

A discussion about traveling to Tokyo leads to an anecdote about the unique decor of Japanese taxis, including lace doilies. This prompts a memory of the wooden ball mats once common in New York City taxis, which drivers reportedly used to reduce sweating. The hosts speculate on the origin of these mats and their disappearance from the market.

Keywords: [tokyo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tokyo.md), taxis, ball mats, [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), doilies

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Hillary Clinton Shoe Incident, Karl Rove Health Claims (1:37:11–1:42:18)

Following an incident where a shoe was thrown at Hillary Clinton, a producer reports that Karl Rove privately expressed doubts about her 2016 presidential run due to health concerns. Rove allegedly cited her 2012 fall and subsequent use of specialized glasses as evidence of a significant brain injury. The hosts debate whether this is genuine insight or a misinformation campaign by Republican strategists.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [karl rove](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karl-rove.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [2016 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2016-election.md), [brain injury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brain-injury.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Ted Cruz, Iranian UN Ambassador Visa, Saudi Olive Branch (1:42:19–1:49:07)

Senator Ted Cruz sponsored a bill to block Iranian diplomat Hamid Abou-Talebi from receiving a U.S. visa due to his alleged involvement in the 1979 hostage crisis. The hosts interpret this move as an "olive branch" to Saudi Arabia, intended to signal a hardline stance against Iran following recent diplomatic tensions. They dismiss the importance of the ambassadorship itself, calling it a political "fig leaf."

Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), hamid abou-talebi, [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Bundy Ranch Standoff, Harry Reid, Koch Brothers Compilation (1:49:07–1:54:35)

The Bureau of Land Management's standoff with rancher Cliven Bundy in Nevada is linked to a potential solar farm deal involving Senator Harry Reid and a Chinese company. The hosts suggest the "desert tortoise" protection narrative was a cover for forcing Bundy off his land. The segment concludes with a montage of Harry Reid repeatedly attacking the Koch brothers on the Senate floor.

Keywords: bundy ranch, cliven bundy, [harry reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-reid.md), [koch brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/koch-brothers.md), [nevada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nevada.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Knighting Ceremony, Viscount Sir Jeffrey Gerlach, Birthday Shoutouts (1:54:36–2:02:19)

Sir Jeffrey Gerlach is elevated to the rank of Viscount as he runs for California's 4th congressional district. The hosts also acknowledge several $100 and $50 donors, including Michael Proctor and Aaron Murphy. Birthday wishes are sent to EJ Pyers, Rebecca in San Jose, and Carolyn Chamberlain.

Keywords: [jeffrey gerlach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-gerlach.md), [viscount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viscount.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/23.md)

### 24. SR-71 Blackbird, Value-for-Value Philosophy, Healthy Living (2:02:19–2:07:41)

A listener's note about the SR-71 Blackbird prompts a discussion about the aircraft's history and the "value-for-value" model of the podcast. The hosts argue that their analysis provides a "thought edge" for listeners, allowing them to prosper financially and mentally by avoiding mainstream media memes. They emphasize that the show promotes a healthier lifestyle by encouraging critical thinking.

Keywords: sr-71 blackbird, [moffett field](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moffett-field.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), healthy living, [memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/24.md)

### 25. G20 Finance Meeting, Christine Lagarde, Ukraine IMF Conditions (2:07:42–2:13:26)

At the G20 finance ministers meeting, IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde discussed the conditions for a $14 to $18 billion loan to Ukraine. These conditions include "fiscal consolidation" (austerity) and energy price reforms. The hosts characterize the IMF's involvement as "economic hitman" tactics, where funds are dispersed in installments based on the implementation of specific structural changes.

Keywords: [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [christine lagarde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-lagarde.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [austerity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austerity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Inflation Theory, Charlie Rose, ECB vs Federal Reserve (2:13:27–2:20:13)

Christine Lagarde explained to Charlie Rose that a certain amount of inflation is considered "good and helpful" for growth because it encourages immediate spending. The hosts counter that inflation is essentially a transfer of wealth from the citizenry to the elites by devaluing the currency. They also discuss the dangers of deflation and how central banks like the ECB and the Fed use inflation targets to stimulate the economy.

Keywords: [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [deflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deflation.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [christine lagarde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-lagarde.md), [ecb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ecb.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Haiti Hotel Development, Hilton Garden Inn, UN Cholera (2:20:14–2:22:05)

Hilton Worldwide announced plans to open a Hilton Garden Inn in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, joining other U.S. brands like Marriott and Best Western in the country. The hosts suggest these developments cater to "economic hitmen" and international investors rather than the local population. They also briefly mention the cholera outbreak in Haiti, which has been linked to UN peacekeepers.

Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), hilton, [port-au-prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-au-prince.md), [marriott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marriott.md), [cholera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cholera.md), [un peacekeepers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/un-peacekeepers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/27.md)

### 28. FBI Artifact Seizure, Donald Miller, Indiana Hoarder (2:22:08–2:28:35)

FBI agents seized thousands of artifacts, including Native American relics and ancient Chinese pottery, from the home of 91-year-old Donald Miller in rural Indiana. Miller, a WWII veteran, had spent decades amassing the collection and often gave tours to local schoolchildren. The hosts criticize the seizure as government thievery, suggesting the FBI is acting without clear evidence of a crime.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), donald miller, [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [artifacts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artifacts.md), [native american](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-american.md), hoarder

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Coachella Designer Drugs, Music and Ecstasy, Exclusionary Culture (2:28:36–2:33:05)

A segment on "The Doctors" regarding drug use at the Coachella music festival leads to a discussion about the relationship between specific drugs and musical genres. The hosts argue that modern house and techno music are "designed" for use with ecstasy and meth, making the culture exclusionary to those not using the substances. They contrast this with the pot-centric rock concerts of their youth.

Keywords: [coachella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coachella.md), [ecstasy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ecstasy.md), [mdma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mdma.md), molly, [house music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-music.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Michael Hayden on Vladimir Putin, KGB Heritage (2:33:06–2:38:16)

Former CIA and NSA Director Michael Hayden provided a profile of Vladimir Putin, emphasizing his "conspiratorial" KGB background and "zero-sum" worldview. Hayden claimed the U.S. security establishment didn't focus enough on Russia during his tenure. The hosts analyze a 2005 quote from Putin regarding the collapse of the Soviet Union, noting how it is often stripped of context in Western media.

Keywords: [michael hayden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hayden.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [kgb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kgb.md), [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Masha Gessen, Putin and Gay Rights, Foreign Agent Meme (2:38:18–2:44:15)

Author Masha Gessen, a prominent critic of Vladimir Putin, argues that the Russian leader uses anti-gay sentiment to encourage xenophobia and label dissenters as "foreign agents." Gessen, who previously worked for the State Department-funded Radio Liberty, claims Putin has dismantled Russia's electoral system. The hosts compare these criticisms to actions taken by American presidents, suggesting a double standard in political rhetoric.

Keywords: [masha gessen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masha-gessen.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [radio liberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radio-liberty.md), [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Central African Republic, UN Peacekeepers, Ethnic Cleansing (2:44:16–2:47:08)

The United Nations is preparing to send 12,000 troops to the Central African Republic to address ongoing violence between anti-balaka and Muslim fighters. Reports indicate that ethnic cleansing may be underway in the region. The hosts suggest this conflict is being used as a messaging tool for Muslim communities across Africa.

Keywords: [central african republic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-african-republic.md), [un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/un.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), chadians, [ethnic cleansing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethnic-cleansing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Kathleen Sebelius Resignation, Sylvia Burwell, Walmart Foundation (2:47:08–2:55:14)

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius resigned following the initial rollout of the Affordable Care Act, despite claiming just a week prior that she intended to stay. She is being replaced by Sylvia Burwell, who has extensive management experience at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Walmart Foundation. The hosts view this as a "revolving door" of corporate and NGO influence within the federal government.

Keywords: [kathleen sebelius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathleen-sebelius.md), [sylvia burwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sylvia-burwell.md), [obamacare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obamacare.md), [gates foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gates-foundation.md), [walmart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walmart.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Show Outro, STEM and Pharmaceuticals, Thursday Preview (2:55:15–2:56:48)

The hosts conclude the episode by teasing a future segment on the connection between STEM education and the pharmaceutical industry's need for new workers. They remind listeners of the upcoming Thursday show and sign off from their respective locations in Austin and Silicon Valley.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [stem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stem.md), [pharmaceuticals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceuticals.md), [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md)

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