# 28 Pages > A tragic aviation disaster in Ukraine coincides with a massive shift in global banking as the BRICS nations challenge Western financial dominance from South America. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 635 - **Published:** 2014-07-24 - **Length:** 2h 59m - **Topics:** [MH17](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh17.md), BRICS Bank, NSA Surveillance, [28 Pages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/28-pages.md), [Net Neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [Truvada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truvada.md), Fascism Etymology - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages ## About this episode Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 has been shot down over Ukraine, sparking immediate geopolitical accusations against Vladimir Putin and separatist groups in Donetsk. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak analyze the rapid media narrative formation on CNN, noting the suspicious timing of CIA Director John Brennan’s presence in the region and the appearance of pristine Dutch passports in crash site wreckage. The event carries heavy NATO implications as the flight originated in Amsterdam, potentially serving as a pretext for military escalation. Global financial power shifts as Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa launch a $50 billion development bank in Fortaleza to rival the IMF. In Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel faces scrutiny over her ties to Gazprom while her government considers returning to manual typewriters to evade NSA surveillance. Domestic issues include the FCC proposing a Presidential Giant Voice system for mobile alerts, the State Department spending $630,000 on Facebook likes, and Congressman Thomas Massie demanding the release of 28 classified pages from the 9/11 Commission Report. Public health warnings also emerge as the WHO promotes Gilead Sciences' Truvada while pharmaceutical giants Pfizer and others pull back from critical antibiotic research. Broadcasting from the new South Austin Safehouse in FEMA Region 6, the hosts celebrate the open-sourcing of the No Agenda search engine on GitHub. Between knighting ceremonies for Timothy Singleton and Robert Mueller, the duo mocks Carol Costello’s lunar skepticism and the viral Comcast cancellation saga of Ryan Block. The session concludes with a 94-point Parker wine that left everyone but the professional drinkers with a headache. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/transcript.md. ### 1. South Austin Safehouse and Professional Drinking (0:00–1:28) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open Episode 635 of the No Agenda show, broadcasting for the first time from the South Austin Safehouse in FEMA Region 6. The hosts discuss a 94-point Parker wine from K&L that reportedly caused headaches for everyone except the professional drinkers. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [south austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-austin.md), [fema region 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-region-6.md), k&l wine [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 Shot Down Over Ukraine (1:28–3:13) Initial reports indicate Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 from Amsterdam has been shot down over Ukraine. Speculation centers on Russian involvement or separatist groups, while the hosts note the presence of U.S. politicians like John McCain and CIA Director John Brennan in the region prior to the event. Keywords: [mh17](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh17.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/2.md) ### 3. BRICS Nations Launch New Financial Institutions (3:14–9:17) Leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa meet in Fortaleza, Brazil, to launch a $50 billion development bank and a $100 billion currency reserve fund. This move is intended to rival the U.S.-dominated IMF and World Bank, though skeptics question if the funding is sufficient to shift global financial influence. Keywords: [brics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brics.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [world bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-bank.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/3.md) ### 4. German-Russian Relations and Sausage Price Fixing (9:17–11:57) German Chancellor Angela Merkel faces domestic pressure regarding her interactions with Vladimir Putin at the World Cup. Meanwhile, former Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder's role on the board of Gazprom is highlighted alongside a news report that German sausage makers were fined $461 million for price fixing. Keywords: [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md), [gerhard schroeder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerhard-schroeder.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/4.md) ### 5. German Intelligence Returns to Typewriters to Evade NSA (11:58–15:29) German officials are reportedly considering the use of manual typewriters to prevent NSA surveillance, echoing previous Russian security tactics. The discussion touches on the futility of "secure" devices like the Blackphone, suggesting that true privacy requires disconnecting from the internet entirely. Keywords: [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), typewriters, blackphone, [molly wood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molly-wood.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Adam Curry's New Studio Setup in Austin (15:30–18:50) Adam Curry describes the process of setting up his new recording studio in Austin, which he has dubbed the South Austin Safehouse. He details the acoustic challenges of the new space and his efforts to simplify his technical setup using Universal Audio equipment. Keywords: [south austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-austin.md), [studio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/studio.md), [universal audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-audio.md), [travis heights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travis-heights.md), [mickey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mickey.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/6.md) ### 7. No Agenda Search Engine Open Sourced (18:50–21:03) The developer of the No Agenda search engine has officially open-sourced the project on GitHub to ensure its longevity. The tool allows producers to search through years of show notes and transcripts, including full text bodies of linked articles. Keywords: [no agenda search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-search.md), [github](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/github.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [show notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-notes.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/7.md) ### 8. NYPD Warns of Al-Qaeda Inspired Magazine Threats (21:03–24:12) NYPD officials warn that Al-Qaeda's Inspire magazine is providing instructions for lone-wolf terrorists to target high-profile events like the U.S. Open. The hosts suggest the mention of the tennis tournament may be a promotional tactic or a way to humanize intelligence warnings despite no specific threats. Keywords: [nypd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nypd.md), [bill bratton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-bratton.md), [inspire magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inspire-magazine.md), [us open](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-open.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/8.md) ### 9. CIA Cafeteria Complaints and MuckRock FOIA Requests (24:13–28:48) Documents obtained via the Freedom of Information Act reveal mundane complaints from CIA employees regarding their office cafeteria, including issues with condiment packets and Pepsi dispensers. The hosts argue these reports are part of a larger effort to humanize the agency through social media and platforms like MuckRock. Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), muckrock, [foia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foia.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Moon Landing Anniversary and Space Tourism Scams (28:49–32:46) On the 45th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, the hosts discuss the legacy of the event and the skepticism surrounding it. They criticize modern space tourism ventures led by figures like Richard Branson, labeling them as scams designed to collect deposits for flights that may never occur. Keywords: [apollo 11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apollo-11.md), [buzz aldrin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-aldrin.md), bart sibrel, [richard branson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-branson.md), [space tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-tourism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Carol Costello Questions Why Humans Haven't Returned to the Moon (32:46–39:58) CNN's Carol Costello interviews astronaut Chris Hadfield, asking why humans have not returned to the moon since the Apollo missions. The discussion evolves into a debate between the hosts regarding the existence of secret moon bases and the strategic military value of the lunar surface. Keywords: [carol costello](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carol-costello.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), chris hadfield, [moon bases](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-bases.md), [international space station](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-space-station.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Media Coverage of MH17 and Carol Costello's Reporting (39:58–42:33) The hosts critique the early visual reporting of the MH17 crash site on CNN, noting the repetitive use of smoke and debris footage. They mock the "entertainment" style of Carol Costello's broadcast and the immediate appearance of CIA analysts like Bob Baer. Keywords: [mh17](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh17.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [carol costello](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carol-costello.md), [bob baer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-baer.md), [debris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debris.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Climate Change Linked to Increased Flight Turbulence (42:33–53:12) Mainstream media outlets including CBS and CNN report on a study suggesting that climate change is causing more frequent and severe flight turbulence. The hosts dismiss these claims as predictive "bull crap" based on computer models rather than actual measurements, noting that pilots have not reported a significant increase in severe incidents. Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [turbulence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turbulence.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), clear air turbulence [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/13.md) ### 14. No Agenda Art Generator and Image Verification (53:13–58:03) The hosts discuss the No Agenda Art Generator and the use of Google Image Search to verify the authenticity of submitted artwork and NGO promotional materials. They highlight how image searches can reveal when charities reuse old photos to solicit new donations. Keywords: [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), google image search, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [ngo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngo.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Executive Producer Donations and Job Karma (58:04–1:06:10) The hosts acknowledge significant donations from producers, including a former Apple employee who circumnavigated the Bermuda Triangle. They emphasize that the titles of Executive Producer and Associate Executive Producer are legitimate credits that can be used on professional resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), bermuda triangle, [linkedin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linkedin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/15.md) ### 16. WHO and FDA Promote Truvada for HIV Prevention (1:06:10–1:16:15) The World Health Organization and the FDA are criticized for promoting Truvada (PrEP) as a primary tool for HIV prevention. The hosts argue that the drug, manufactured exclusively by Gilead Sciences, is being marketed as a "license to bear back" while ignoring the necessity of safe sex practices and the high cost of the medication. Keywords: [truvada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truvada.md), [prep](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prep.md), [gilead sciences](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gilead-sciences.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Flesh-Eating Bacteria and Lack of New Antibiotics (1:16:15–1:20:41) Reports of flesh-eating bacteria and brain-eating amoebas in the U.S. highlight a growing public health crisis. The hosts blame pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer for halting antibiotic research in favor of more profitable drugs, leading to a "post-antibiotic era" where common infections become untreatable. Keywords: [vibrio vulnificus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vibrio-vulnificus.md), amoeba, [antibiotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antibiotics.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Bacterial Resistance and the History of Penicillin (1:20:42–1:23:49) A discussion on the history of antibiotics traces the discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928. The hosts explain how bacterial resistance has rendered many older treatments ineffective, leading to the rise of superbugs like MRSA. Keywords: [penicillin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/penicillin.md), alexander fleming, [amoxicillin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amoxicillin.md), [mrsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrsa.md), staph [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/18.md) ### 19. CDC Lab Accidents and Bird Flu Contamination (1:23:54–1:26:49) The CDC has reportedly fired several scientists following a series of high-profile lab accidents involving bird flu and anthrax. The hosts mock the agency's incompetence while briefly confusing the discoveries of Madame Curie with medical antibiotics. Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [anthrax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthrax.md), madame curie, lab safety [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/19.md) ### 20. MH17 Investigation and Ukrainian Separatist Claims (1:26:49–1:28:20) Conflicting reports emerge regarding the downing of MH17, with Ukrainian authorities and separatists in Luhansk and Donetsk trading blame. The hosts suggest the event could be a false flag intended to escalate tensions between NATO and Russia. Keywords: [mh17](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh17.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [luhansk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luhansk.md), [donetsk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donetsk.md), tetracycline [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/20.md) ### 21. FCC Proposes Presidential "Giant Voice" Emergency System (1:28:21–1:33:42) The FCC is proposing rule changes to the Emergency Alert System (EAS) that would allow the President to broadcast live to all mobile phones and media outlets simultaneously. These "presidential alerts" cannot be disabled on modern smartphones and include capabilities for geo-targeted messaging. Keywords: [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [eas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eas.md), presidential alert, [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [fema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Etymology of Fascism and the Palladian Right (1:33:43–1:36:21) A listener letter clarifies the origins of the word "fascism," tracing it back to the Roman "fasces"—a bundle of rods symbolizing strength through unity. The hosts debate whether the term was used in its modern political context prior to the 20th-century movement led by Mussolini. Keywords: [fascism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fascism.md), [mussolini](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mussolini.md), [roman empire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roman-empire.md), [nazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi.md), zionist [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Ronan Farrow and the "I Am Jada" Social Media Campaign (1:36:21–1:40:13) MSNBC's Ronan Farrow promotes the #IAmJada hashtag to support a victim of cyberbullying and sexual assault. The hosts criticize this form of "slacktivism," comparing it to previous viral campaigns that they claim fail to produce substantive real-world change. Keywords: [ronan farrow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronan-farrow.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), jada, [cyberbullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyberbullying.md), hashtag activism [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/23.md) ### 24. FCC Website Crash and Net Neutrality Comments (1:40:14–1:44:29) The FCC extended its deadline for public comments on net neutrality after its website was overwhelmed by thousands of submissions. The hosts question whether the outage was a legitimate "glitch" or a coordinated DDoS attack, criticizing the government's IT infrastructure. Keywords: [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [ddos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ddos.md), [the guardian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-guardian.md), internet association [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/24.md) ### 25. MH17 Debris and Passport Photos on Twitter (1:44:29–1:47:51) Photos circulating on Twitter show pristine Dutch passports recovered from the MH17 wreckage. The hosts find the condition of the documents suspicious and discuss the rapid formation of media narratives surrounding the crash before official investigations begin. Keywords: [mh17](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh17.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passports.md), life news, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Ryan Block's Viral Comcast Cancellation Call (1:47:54–1:53:20) Tech reporter Ryan Block released a viral recording of a Comcast representative refusing to cancel his service. The hosts speculate that the timing of the release is intended to influence the pending Comcast-Time Warner Cable merger by highlighting poor customer service. Keywords: [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [ryan block](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ryan-block.md), [time warner cable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-warner-cable.md), [merger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merger.md), [customer service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/customer-service.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Cable Bill Costs and Market Competition in Austin (1:53:21–1:56:38) Adam Curry details his experience negotiating with Time Warner Cable in Austin, where his monthly bill for a "triple play" package reached $333. He discusses the lack of true competition in the ISP market and the necessity of high-cost plans for professional broadcasting. Keywords: [time warner cable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-warner-cable.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [espn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espn.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), triple play [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Net Neutrality and Content Caching Boxes (1:56:39–1:59:03) The debate over net neutrality is complicated by the use of physical caching boxes provided by companies like Netflix and Google to ISPs. The hosts argue that having content stored locally at a central office inherently creates a non-neutral internet experience by prioritizing certain traffic. Keywords: [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [sonic.net](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sonic-net.md), [peering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peering.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/28.md) ### 29. NATO Implications of the MH17 Crash (1:59:04–2:02:44) Because the Netherlands is a NATO member, the downing of a flight departing from Amsterdam carries significant geopolitical weight. The hosts discuss the potential for the event to be used as a pretext for military escalation, noting recent leadership changes in the UK's foreign ministry. Keywords: [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [william hague](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-hague.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/29.md) ### 30. European Parliament Leadership and Nigel Farage's Critique (2:02:44–2:09:37) Nigel Farage delivers a scathing speech in the European Parliament, criticizing the "secret ballot" election of Jean-Claude Juncker as Commission President. Farage labels the process a "stitch-up" by Angela Merkel and a betrayal of European voters who had no direct say in the appointment. Keywords: [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [jean-claude juncker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jean-claude-juncker.md), [european parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-parliament.md), [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Hillary Clinton and Elizabeth Warren Political Maneuvering (2:09:37–2:13:18) Political speculation suggests Elizabeth Warren is being positioned for a Supreme Court seat to clear the path for Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential run. Meanwhile, the death of a second Benghazi suspect in Libya is noted as a potential complication for Clinton's record. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Millennial Generation Attitudes and the "Hipster" Look (2:13:19–2:16:13) A discussion on the millennial generation references a Reason.com poll suggesting young people are increasingly distrustful of large authorities. The hosts also critique the modern "rockabilly" aesthetic of beards and tattoos prevalent among European and American youth. Keywords: [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), reason poll, [hipsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hipsters.md), [tattoos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tattoos.md), rockabilly [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Producer Credits and Amateur Radio D-Star (2:16:13–2:22:04) The hosts read through a list of donations from producers across the globe, including several amateur radio enthusiasts. They discuss the technical merits of D-Star radio and acknowledge the support of "knights" from Canada, the UK, and the United States. Keywords: [d-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/33.md) ### 34. MBA Student Seeks SEO Help for Class Contest (2:22:05–2:24:29) A listener pursuing an MBA asks the No Agenda community for help winning an SEO contest for an IT class. The hosts use the request to criticize the modern education system and the "scam" of search engine optimization, questioning why students are taught to prioritize Google rankings above all else. 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