# Walking Bear

> Military intervention in Erbil masks a long-standing plan to Balkanize Iraq while globalist consultants at the Aspen Institute redraw international borders for profit.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 642
- **Published:** 2014-08-10
- **Length:** 3h 18m
- **Topics:** Biden Doctrine, Erbil Oil, Albright Stonebridge, [WTC 7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wtc-7.md), Ebola Economics, Bipedal Bear
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear

## About this episode

President Barack Obama authorized targeted airstrikes near Erbil, Iraq, ostensibly to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe involving ISIS and the Yazidi population. However, the heavy presence of ExxonMobil and Chevron infrastructure in the region suggests the military intervention serves to protect the Kurdish oil corridor. The administration is now moving toward the Biden Doctrine, a 2006 proposal by Joe Biden and Leslie Gelb to partition Iraq into three autonomous regions, effectively Balkanizing the state to secure Western energy interests.

Secretary of State John Kerry intervened in the Afghan election audit to favor Ashraf Ghani, while Turkish President Erdogan navigates internal Gulenist strife and shifting alliances with Russia. In the United States, the High-Rise Safety Initiative in New York City is pushing for a new investigation into the collapse of World Trade Center Building 7. Meanwhile, former Defense Secretary Robert Gates warns that Vladimir Putin views Kiev as the linchpin of a historical mission to restore the Russian Empire, utilizing economic leverage and cyber warfare against the Baltic states.

Mary Lou Henner describes her rare eidetic memory as a robot power, while a bipedal black bear named Vinny gains national fame for walking upright through New Jersey neighborhoods. The segment on The Economist highlights an absurdly detailed guide to prostitution pricing, and a Secret Service tell-all by Ronald Kessler reveals the internal dread agents feel when assigned to Hillary Clinton's detail.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/transcript.md.

### 1. Dystopian Steampunk San Francisco Dream and Supermoon (0:00–2:57)

A detailed account of a vivid dream featuring a dystopian, steampunk version of San Francisco where police cars are powered by steam engines and operate on trolley tracks. The narrative links the strange nature of the dream to the occurrence of a supermoon, which also caused restless sleep and late-night moon-watching for others.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [steampunk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steampunk.md), supermoon, [dreams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dreams.md), sigmund freud

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/1.md)

### 2. New Brownsfeld Smoker and 26th Wedding Anniversary (2:57–7:10)

A discussion regarding a 26th wedding anniversary gift, specifically a New Brownsfeld side-burner smoker from Texas. The conversation covers the technical merits of different vertical bullet-style smokers, including the Brinkmann brand, and mentions celebrating with a magnum of 2,000 Croft vintage port and brisket in Austin.

Keywords: new brownsfeld, [anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anniversary.md), texas barbecue, brinkmann, vintage port

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Prolotherapy Treatment for Chronic Back Pain (7:11–12:13)

An exploration of prolotherapy, also known as regenerative injection therapy, used to treat chronic lower back pain. The procedure involves injecting an irritant solution, typically dextrose or sugar water, into joint spaces or ligaments to stimulate the body's natural healing process. The treatment was observed in an Austin clinic utilizing continuous x-ray imaging for needle guidance.

Keywords: prolotherapy, regenerative injection therapy, dextrose, [x-ray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/x-ray.md), [chronic pain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chronic-pain.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/3.md)

### 4. No Agenda Tourettes Club and Superpowers (12:14–15:39)

The launch of the No Agenda Tourettes Club (NATC), a community project aimed at documenting the specific tics and perceived "superpowers" of individuals with Tourette Syndrome. Examples cited include physical tics like neck twitching and grunting, contrasted with "superpowers" such as lightning-fast reflexes and photographic memory for numbers and addresses.

Keywords: [tourette syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourette-syndrome.md), [tics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tics.md), [superpowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superpowers.md), photographic memory, natc

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Mary Lou Henner and Eidetic Memory (15:40–20:48)

A profile of actress Mary Lou Henner and her highly rare ability of eidetic memory, which she refers to as "robot power." The discussion details how she can recall specific dates and events with perfect clarity, suggesting such individuals could be valuable for indexing long-form audio content. The segment concludes by reframing Tourette's and memory disorders as unique "superhero" traits.

Keywords: mary lou henner, eidetic memory, photographic memory, robot power, hyperthymesia

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Turkey General Elections and Erdogan Strategy (20:50–22:10)

An analysis of the ongoing elections in Turkey and the strategic importance of the country as a bridge between the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. The discussion touches on internal strife involving the Gulenist movement and President Erdogan's "fair-weather friend" approach to international relations with Russia and China.

Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [recep tayyip erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recep-tayyip-erdogan.md), gulenist, [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [geopolitics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geopolitics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Afghanistan Election Audit and Ashraf Ghani (22:10–23:40)

A report on Secretary of State John Kerry's intervention in the Afghan election process, leading to a full audit of the votes. The segment characterizes candidate Ashraf Ghani as a preferred figure for the Pentagon and State Department, suggesting the eventual power-sharing agreement is a managed outcome.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [ashraf ghani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ashraf-ghani.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/7.md)

### 8. US Airstrikes Near Erbil and Humanitarian Marketing (23:41–27:30)

An examination of President Obama's authorization of airstrikes against ISIS artillery pieces near Erbil, Iraq. The narrative questions the "humanitarian" framing of the mission, suggesting the grainy black-and-white footage released by the Pentagon serves as a form of political theater to justify renewed military involvement.

Keywords: [erbil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erbil.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [airstrikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstrikes.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Erbil Oil Interests and State-of-the-Art Infrastructure (27:30–30:26)

A contrast between mainstream media depictions of Iraq as a desert wasteland and the reality of Erbil as a modern, high-tech hub for the oil and gas industry. The segment highlights the upcoming Erbil Oil and Gas Convention and the presence of major corporations like ExxonMobil and Chevron, suggesting military action is primarily aimed at protecting these economic assets.

Keywords: [erbil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erbil.md), [kurdistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kurdistan.md), [exxonmobil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exxonmobil.md), [oil and gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-and-gas.md), [yazidis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yazidis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/9.md)

### 10. The Biden Doctrine and Partitioning Iraq (30:27–33:33)

A historical review of the "Biden Doctrine," a 2006 proposal co-authored by Joe Biden and Leslie Gelb to decentralize Iraq into three semi-autonomous regions for Sunnis, Shiites, and Kurds. The analysis argues that the current instability is being used to finally implement this long-standing plan for the "Balkanization" of Iraq to secure oil interests.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), biden doctrine, [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [balkanization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/balkanization.md), [council on foreign relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/council-on-foreign-relations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Joe Biden 2006 NPR Interview on Federated Iraq (33:34–36:00)

A playback and critique of a 2006 NPR interview where then-Senator Joe Biden explains his plan for a federated Iraq. Biden discusses using oil revenue as an incentive for Sunnis to buy into a decentralized government, drawing parallels to the Dayton Accords in the Balkans.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [federalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federalism.md), oil revenue

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Nouri al-Maliki Resistance and Media Narratives (36:00–38:03)

A discussion on Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's refusal to step down despite international pressure for a new "inclusive" government. The segment includes a clip of Amy Goodman from Democracy Now! accidentally referring to "President Obaming," while highlighting the media's use of terms like "Christian Holocaust" to build public support for intervention.

Keywords: [nouri al-maliki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nouri-al-maliki.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [regime change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regime-change.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Obama Helicopter Speech and Atlanticist Oil Interests (38:04–42:16)

An analysis of President Obama's speech delivered in front of his helicopter regarding the crisis in Iraq. The summary points out that the only allies mentioned—France and the UK—are those with direct oil interests in the region (Total and BP), reinforcing the theory that the mission is about protecting the Kurdish oil corridor.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [total oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/total-oil.md), [british petroleum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/british-petroleum.md), [exxon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exxon.md), [kurdistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kurdistan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Ahmed Chalabi and the Search for a New Prime Minister (42:18–46:38)

A critique of President Obama's claim that Iraq lacks a legitimate government, which is interpreted as a move toward regime change against Maliki. The segment identifies Ahmed Chalabi, a controversial figure from the 2003 invasion, as a potential candidate being pushed by Western interests to take over the premiership.

Keywords: ahmed chalabi, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [prime minister](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prime-minister.md), [regime change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regime-change.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Marie Harf and State Department War Messaging (46:39–48:59)

An examination of State Department spokesperson Marie Harf's media appearances, where she outlines the threat posed by ISIS to Erbil. The discussion notes her background as a CIA analyst and her role in President Obama's re-election campaign, characterizing her delivery as robotic and scripted.

Keywords: [marie harf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marie-harf.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Vice Magazine ISIS Documentary and Media Staging (49:00–52:28)

Skepticism regarding Vice Magazine's exclusive five-part documentary series on ISIS. The segment questions how Vice obtained such high-quality, scripted-looking footage and suggests the organization, led by former MTV executive Tom Freston, may be facilitating a specific narrative about the terror group's capabilities and brutality.

Keywords: [vice magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-magazine.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Howard Dean and the 2004 Iowa Caucus Scream (52:28–55:53)

A retrospective on Howard Dean's 2004 presidential campaign, focusing on his "Scream" in Iowa and his early use of social media. The hosts recall his perceived "goofball" persona and a specific appearance on late-night television where he wore an oversized tie, which they believe contributed to his political decline before the infamous scream.

Keywords: [howard dean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-dean.md), the scream, [iowa caucus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa-caucus.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [2004 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2004-election.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Howard Dean on the Biden Doctrine and Subhuman Nazis (55:53–59:17)

Howard Dean discusses the "Biden Doctrine" for Iraq, explicitly referring to Kurdistan as a "real country." During the interview, Dean uses a mixed metaphor, comparing ISIS fighters to "Nazis" and calling them "subhuman," while advocating for a long-term policy of partitioning Iraq to protect Western interests.

Keywords: [howard dean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-dean.md), biden doctrine, [kurdistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kurdistan.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [nazis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Erbil Tourism and Modern Infrastructure vs Media Imagery (59:19–1:01:09)

A review of the website "erbil.com," which promotes the city as a modern travel destination with shopping malls, luxury hotels, and international flights to Europe. This is contrasted with the "exploding black and white" war footage shown on news networks, which the hosts argue hides the true economic development of the region.

Keywords: [erbil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erbil.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), massglobal

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Obama's Final Press Question on Iraq Withdrawal (1:01:09–1:05:44)

An analysis of a scripted final question during a presidential press briefing regarding the 2011 withdrawal of US troops from Iraq. President Obama defends his legacy by blaming the Iraqi government's failure to pass immunity laws for US troops, while the hosts suggest the entire exchange was staged to deflect blame for current instability.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [iraq withdrawal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-withdrawal.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), status of forces, [legacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legacy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Immunity for US Troops and the Creation of ISIS (1:05:45–1:10:04)

A discussion on the "Status of Forces Agreement" and the US demand for total immunity from Iraqi law, which led to the 2011 troop withdrawal. The segment posits that ISIS is essentially a rebranding of the Free Syrian Army and Libyan rebels, used by "Atlanticist" powers to achieve the geopolitical goals they couldn't reach through formal military presence.

Keywords: [immunity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immunity.md), [blackwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackwater.md), status of forces agreement, [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [globalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/21.md)

### 22. European Unrest and the Aspen Institute Meeting (1:10:04–1:12:48)

A report on civil unrest in Europe being framed as anti-Semitism, which the hosts interpret as a tool for creating chaos. This leads into a discussion of the Aspen Institute's annual security forum, featuring high-level globalists like Madeleine Albright and Condoleezza Rice.

Keywords: [europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md), [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), [aspen institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspen-institute.md), [madeleine albright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madeleine-albright.md), [condoleezza rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/condoleezza-rice.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Madeleine Albright and the Business of Border Disputes (1:12:48–1:16:01)

A critique of Madeleine Albright's comments at the Aspen Institute, where she admits that creating "border disputes" is what diplomats like her "do for a living." The segment also mentions the presence of Victoria Nuland and the lack of mainstream coverage regarding the US role in the Ukrainian Maidan protests.

Keywords: [madeleine albright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madeleine-albright.md), [zbigniew brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zbigniew-brzezinski.md), [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [aspen institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspen-institute.md), border disputes

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Albright Stonebridge Group and Globalist Consulting (1:16:02–1:19:21)

An investigation into the Albright Stonebridge Group, a strategic consulting firm that helps clients navigate "challenging markets." The hosts describe the firm as a tool for the "Lizard People" to manage global resources and influence governments, noting the close personal and professional ties between Albright and Condoleezza Rice.

Keywords: albright stonebridge group, [condoleezza rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/condoleezza-rice.md), [brent scowcroft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brent-scowcroft.md), joe nye, [consulting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consulting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/24.md)

### 25. India, Ebola, and the Brzezinski Influence (1:19:21–1:22:38)

Speculation that India may be the next target for a "rubalizing" event or an Ebola outbreak, based on news feeds from the Albright Group. The discussion shifts to the "Grand Chessboard" strategy of Zbigniew Brzezinski, with Albright and Rice trashing Vladimir Putin as "delusional" while pushing for aggressive containment of Russia.

Keywords: [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [zbigniew brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zbigniew-brzezinski.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), grand chessboard

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/25.md)

### 26. The Korbel Connection: Albright and Rice's Shared Mentor (1:22:41–1:28:17)

A revealing look at the shared history of Madeleine Albright and Condoleezza Rice, who both studied under the same mentor, Joseph Korbel (Albright's father), at the University of Denver. The segment highlights the "creepy" nature of these elite connections, where a single family and the Rockefeller Foundation shaped the careers of two future Secretaries of State from opposing political parties.

Keywords: joseph korbel, [madeleine albright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madeleine-albright.md), [condoleezza rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/condoleezza-rice.md), [university of denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-denver.md), [rockefeller foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rockefeller-foundation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Robert Gates on Putin's Historical Mission in Ukraine (1:28:18–1:34:02)

Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates provides a realistic assessment of Vladimir Putin's goals, arguing that Putin is not delusional but driven by a "historical mission" to protect ethnic Russians and recreate a buffer of states around Russia. Gates identifies Kiev as the "linchpin" of the Russian Empire, dating back 1,000 years.

Keywords: [robert gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-gates.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [kiev](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kiev.md), buffer states

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Russian Black Ops and Economic Leverage in the Baltics (1:34:02–1:39:07)

Robert Gates discusses the long history of Russian black ops in Central Asia and the use of economic leverage and cyber warfare against Baltic states like Estonia. He suggests that the US and Europe must provide an "economic safety net" to these countries to prevent them from "knuckling under" to Russian pressure regarding energy supplies.

Keywords: [robert gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-gates.md), [black ops](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-ops.md), [kyrgyzstan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyrgyzstan.md), [baltic states](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baltic-states.md), [cyber warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-warfare.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/28.md)

### 29. No Agenda Newsletter and Value-for-Value Model (1:39:07–1:42:14)

A segment dedicated to the "Value-for-Value" funding model of the podcast, thanking producers for their financial support and artistic contributions. The hosts emphasize the importance of the weekly newsletter, which features "funny photos" and original artwork, as a key part of the show's product.

Keywords: [no agenda newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-newsletter.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [art generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-generator.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/29.md)

### 30. UltraFlix 4K Network and the Guard Bird Skylar (1:42:15–1:47:01)

A call to action for producers with video skills to create 15 and 30-second advertisements for the show to run on the UltraFlix 4K network. This is followed by a tangent about a "guard bird" named Skylar, a parrot that mimics voices and creates immense volume, leading to a discussion on the physics of bird vocal cords.

Keywords: [ultraflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ultraflix.md), [4k tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4k-tv.md), [parrot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parrot.md), skylar, [kickstarter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kickstarter.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Executive Producer Credits and Jobs Karma (1:47:05–1:50:08)

The reading of executive producer credits for donations of $200 and above, including the first Slovenian producer. The segment includes "Jobs Karma" and "Travel Karma" rituals for listeners and their families, acknowledging the specific amounts donated, such as palindromic figures.

Keywords: [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [slovenia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slovenia.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), [travel karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel-karma.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Donald P. Gregg and the Book Pot Shards (1:50:09–1:55:07)

A preview of the book "Pot Shards" by Donald P. Gregg, a former US Ambassador to South Korea and CIA official. The host plans to have the book autographed at a family reunion and discusses Gregg's history as a "feared man" in North Korea and his controversial ties to the Iran-Contra scandal and Felix Rodriguez.

Keywords: donald p. gregg, pot shards, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [iran-contra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-contra.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/32.md)

### 33. High-Rise Safety Initiative and WTC 7 (1:55:07–1:58:30)

A report on the "High-Rise Safety Initiative" in New York City, a ballot measure seeking a new investigation into the collapse of World Trade Center Building 7 on September 11, 2001. The initiative is supported by architects and engineers who argue that the building's collapse due to fire alone warrants a city-wide safety review.

Keywords: [world trade center 7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-trade-center-7.md), high-rise safety initiative, [ballot measure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ballot-measure.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [architecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/architecture.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Truvada Marketing and the "Truvada Whore" Label (1:58:32–2:02:30)

An investigation into the aggressive marketing of the drug Truvada (PrEP) for HIV prevention, particularly within the porn industry and on apps like Grindr. The segment criticizes NPR and Kaiser Permanente for "native advertising" that downplays the continued need for condoms, noting the emergence of the controversial term "Truvada Whore."

Keywords: [truvada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truvada.md), [prep](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prep.md), hiv prevention, [kaiser permanente](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaiser-permanente.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/34.md)

### 35. NPR and Kaiser Health News Partnership Critique (2:02:31–2:06:44)

A critique of a specific NPR report co-produced by Kaiser Health News regarding Truvada. The hosts argue the report functions as a commercial for the drug, featuring doctors who compare HIV prevention to cholesterol medication and shaming healthcare providers who are reluctant to prescribe the expensive daily pill.

Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), kaiser health news, [truvada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truvada.md), [medical ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-ethics.md), [pharmaceutical marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-marketing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/35.md)

### 36. HPV Vaccine Death and Pre-Cancer Terrorization (2:06:45–2:08:54)

A report on the death of a 12-year-old girl following a routine doctor's visit where she received an HPV vaccine. The discussion touches on the "terrorization" of women regarding "pre-cancerous" conditions to sell vaccines like Gardasil, with the hosts expressing skepticism toward the pharmaceutical industry's motives.

Keywords: [hpv vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv-vaccine.md), [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [medical malpractice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-malpractice.md), pre-cancer, [vaccine safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-safety.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/36.md)

### 37. The Economist Guide to Prostitution and Global Pricing (2:08:55–2:12:18)

An analysis of a detailed briefing in The Economist regarding the online sex trade. The article includes charts and graphs on pricing based on physical attributes and hair color, which the hosts find absurd for a prestigious financial magazine, suggesting it serves as a guide for its banker audience.

Keywords: [the economist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-economist.md), [prostitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prostitution.md), sex trade, market analysis, [tokyo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tokyo.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Console Wars Book and Adam Curry's Cameo (2:12:20–2:15:07)

A humorous segment regarding the book "Console Wars" by Blake J. Harris, which chronicles the battle between Sega and Nintendo. The host discovers he is a character in the book, emceeing a 1992 "Sonic 2" launch event at Toys R Us, and critiques the audiobook narrator's impression of his voice.

Keywords: console wars, sega, [nintendo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nintendo.md), sonic the hedgehog, toys r us

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Google HTTPS Rankings and the Shift to Bing (2:15:08–2:17:27)

A discussion on Google's decision to give search ranking preference to websites using HTTPS encryption. The hosts argue this is a "pain in the ass" for small bloggers and a form of corporate lock-in, leading one host to switch to Bing as their default search engine for better results.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [https](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/https.md), [seo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seo.md), [bing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bing.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Bipedal Walking Bear in New Jersey (2:17:28–2:19:19)

A report on "Vinny," a juvenile black bear in Oak Ridge, New Jersey, that has gained national attention for walking upright on its hind legs. Wildlife officials believe the bear adopted this bipedal gait due to injuries to its front paws, likely sustained in a car accident.

Keywords: walking bear, [oak ridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oak-ridge.md), [new jersey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-jersey.md), bipedal, [wildlife](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildlife.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Elon Musk SpaceX Firings and Visa System Glitches (2:19:22–2:21:56)

A brief update on Elon Musk firing 400 employees at SpaceX following annual reviews. This is paired with news of a massive database glitch in the US visa system and a backlog at the UK passport office, with the hosts speculating that shared software from Oracle might be the common link.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [oracle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oracle.md), visa system, uk passport office

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Secret Service Tell-All Book on Hillary Clinton (2:21:56–2:25:19)

A discussion of Ronald Kessler's book "The First Family Detail," which claims that Secret Service agents find being assigned to Hillary Clinton's detail to be a form of punishment due to her "nasty" and "imperious" personality. This is contrasted with the agents' reported respect for Bill Clinton and the Obamas.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), ronald kessler, [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Katie Pavlich and the "Assault and Flattery" Hit Piece (2:25:19–2:32:02)

An examination of conservative journalist Katie Pavlich's book "Assault and Flattery," which attacks Hillary Clinton's record on women's rights. The book alleges that Clinton ignored sexual abuse by State Department employees and protected her husband's reputation at the expense of female accusers, which the hosts characterize as a timed political hit piece.

Keywords: katie pavlich, [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [whistleblowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowers.md), townhall

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Associate Executive Producer Donations and Game of Skill (2:32:03–2:39:12)

A lengthy segment acknowledging donations between $50 and $200, including the "knighting" of a new producer from Chicago. The hosts perform a "Putin Medley" for a donor and announce the winners of the "Game of Skill" contest for those who donated immediately after the newsletter was sent.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knight.md), [dame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame.md), putin medley, game of skill

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Detroit Real Estate and Global Donor Roll Call (2:39:12–2:44:11)

A personal anecdote about touring the ruins of Detroit, specifically the massive Packard Plant, and the reality of "hipster" reinvestment versus total desolation. This is followed by a final roll call of donors from around the world, including Australia, Sweden, and the Netherlands.

Keywords: [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [packard plant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/packard-plant.md), [hipsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hipsters.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/45.md)

### 46. MSNBC Staffing and the Knighting of Sir Craig Knicks (2:44:14–2:48:28)

An insider report on the lack of original reporting at MSNBC, where staff reportedly just comment on other news outlets. The segment transitions into a formal "knighting ceremony" for Sir Craig Knicks of the Windy City, featuring the show's traditional humorous litany of "royal" perks.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [knighting ceremony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting-ceremony.md), [hookers and blow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hookers-and-blow.md), [round table](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-table.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/46.md)

### 47. European Central Bank and Portuguese Bank Bailouts (2:48:30–2:50:50)

A report on the European Central Bank (ECB) preparing for quantitative easing as the eurozone recovery slows. The discussion includes the bailout of Portugal's Banco Espirito Santo and the "geopolitical shock" caused by the Ukraine crisis, which is impacting Dutch agricultural exporters.

Keywords: [european central bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-central-bank.md), [quantitative easing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantitative-easing.md), [portugal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portugal.md), banco espirito santo, [eurozone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurozone.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Dutch Tax Havens and the Yukos Arbitration Case (2:50:52–2:53:53)

An analysis of the Netherlands' role as a global tax haven for intellectual property and holding companies. The segment details how the Dutch legal system and professional judges facilitate large-scale arbitration cases, such as the $50 billion Yukos ruling against Russia, while the Dutch government maintains deep energy partnerships with the Kremlin.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [tax haven](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-haven.md), yukos, [shell companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-companies.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Negative Interest Rates and Deflationary Theory (2:53:55–2:55:33)

A technical discussion on the emergence of negative interest rates in Germany and the eurozone. The hosts explore the theory that in a strong deflationary environment, paying a small fee to store money in "safe" bonds might be preferable to the risk of total loss, though they remain skeptical of the long-term economic viability.

Keywords: [negative interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/negative-interest-rates.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [deflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deflation.md), [bonds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bonds.md), [cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cash.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/49.md)

### 50. The War on Cash and Smart Card Train Platforms (2:55:34–2:59:25)

A report on the "War on Cash" in the Netherlands, where a train station in Woerden has become the first to close its platforms to anyone without a smart card. The hosts argue this is a forced transition away from physical currency, noting the difficulties this creates for tourists and the loss of privacy in public transit.

Keywords: [war on cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-on-cash.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [smart cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smart-cards.md), [oyster card](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oyster-card.md), [utrecht](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utrecht.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/50.md)

### 51. New Suez Canal and Missing US Federal Billions (2:59:26–3:02:27)

Egypt announces an $8.4 billion project to dig a second Suez Canal to boost its economy and reduce shipping wait times. This is contrasted with a report from USA Today stating that the US government's tracking website, usaspending.gov, cannot account for $619 billion in agency spending from 2012.

Keywords: [suez canal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suez-canal.md), [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [abdel fattah el-sisi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abdel-fattah-el-sisi.md), usaspending.gov, [federal budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-budget.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/51.md)

### 52. Obama's Lack of Business Understanding and Valerie Jarrett (3:02:27–3:04:57)

An analysis of an interview with President Obama in The Economist, where he expresses frustration that corporate leaders do not appreciate his economic policies. The hosts argue that Obama and his advisor Valerie Jarrett have no real-world business experience, characterizing Jarrett specifically as a "slumlord" who projects her own motives onto the private sector.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [the economist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-economist.md), [valerie jarrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valerie-jarrett.md), [business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/business.md), [slumlord](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slumlord.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/52.md)

### 53. 50th Birthday Party Planning and Edward Snowden (3:04:58–3:08:01)

A discussion regarding an upcoming 50th birthday celebration in Amsterdam, followed by a brief update on Edward Snowden. Snowden made a public appearance at the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow after his Russian visa was extended for three years, a development the hosts note was ignored by the Aspen Institute.

Keywords: birthday party, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [moscow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/53.md)

### 54. Ebola Economic Hitman Theory and African Oil (3:08:02–3:14:12)

A deep dive into the "Economic Hitman" theory regarding the Ebola outbreak in Africa. The hosts suggest the virus is being used as a tool for regime change and to secure massive liquefied natural gas and oil interests in countries like Nigeria, Mozambique, and Tanzania, noting the suspicious timing of US and EU "resilience" funding.

Keywords: [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [nigeria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigeria.md), [mozambique](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mozambique.md), anadarko, [economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/54.md)

### 55. Police Brutality Filming and Show Sign-off (3:14:12–3:17:49)

A final news item from Democracy Now! regarding the arrest of the man who filmed the death of Eric Garner in New York. The hosts sign off with their traditional credits, mentioning upcoming coverage of the legal marijuana market and the "drone star state" before the final audio montage.

Keywords: [eric garner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-garner.md), [police brutality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-brutality.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/55.md)

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