# It's a Glitch! > A hospital data error sparks a national health crisis while federal authorities expand quarantine powers and the State Department reshapes the global energy market. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 658 - **Published:** 2014-10-05 - **Length:** 3h 6m - **Topics:** Ebola glitch, [Smith-Mundt Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [Energy Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-union.md), [Khorasan Group](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/khorasan-group.md), Smart Carts, Upper Decker - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch ## About this episode Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital officials blamed a records glitch for the release of Thomas Duncan, the first patient diagnosed with Ebola in the United States. This failure to relay travel history coincides with a United Airlines flight from Brussels being quarantined at Newark Liberty International Airport after a passenger fell ill. Meanwhile, GlaxoSmithKline reported an accidental release of 45 liters of live poliovirus in Belgium, fueling public anxiety and skepticism regarding international health safety protocols. President Obama amended Executive Order 13295 to expand federal quarantine powers for respiratory illnesses as the Department of Homeland Security faces internal corruption scandals, including a TSA manager operating a prostitution ring. In the Middle East, State Department envoy Amos Hochstein brokered a $15 billion gas deal between Noble Energy and Jordan to shift regional reliance away from Russian pipelines. Domestically, the Broadcast Board of Governors appointed Andrew Lack as CEO following the modernization of the Smith-Mundt Act, which now allows government-funded media to be distributed to American audiences. In El Dorado County, the King Fire reached near-total containment after a man allegedly ignited a 300-acre blaze while attempting to incinerate a deer carcass. John Dvorak and Adam Curry explore the dystopian themes of the Vonnegut-inspired film 2081 and the peculiar rise of the Upper Decker knighting ceremony. The duo examines the technical waveform standards of the show while questioning why the Department of Homeland Security is currently accepting bribes in the form of egg rolls. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/transcript.md. ### 1. Ebola Virus Outbreak, Newark Airport Quarantine Incident (0:00–4:33) Media coverage focuses on a United Airlines flight from Brussels held at Newark Liberty International Airport due to a sick passenger. Reports indicate the passenger vomited on the plane, triggering a CDC response and the isolation of nearby travelers. This incident follows the critical condition of Thomas Duncan in Dallas, fueling public anxiety regarding the virus's arrival in the United States. Keywords: [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), newark liberty international airport, thomas duncan, [centers for disease control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/centers-for-disease-control.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/1.md) ### 2. West Africa Military Intervention, GlaxoSmithKline Polio Leak (4:34–9:17) Speculation arises that the Ebola crisis serves as a pretext for deploying combat troops to West Africa to secure oil and mineral interests. Meanwhile, an accidental release of 45 liters of concentrated live poliovirus by GlaxoSmithKline in Rixensart, Belgium, occurred on September 2, 2014. Additionally, Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan claims the Ebola virus was designed by scientists to target specific populations. Keywords: [west africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-africa.md), [glaxosmithkline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glaxosmithkline.md), [polio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polio.md), [belgium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belgium.md), [louis farrakhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louis-farrakhan.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Climate Change Virus Claims, Monrovia Burial Team Footage (9:19–14:03) Media figures like Charlie Rose suggest a link between global climate change and the dramatic spread of viruses like Ebola. In Monrovia, Liberia, news footage depicts burial teams in makeshift protective gear handling bodies in the streets. One specific report shows a man presumed dead from Ebola moving his arm as he was being wrapped for transport to a crematorium. Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [monrovia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monrovia.md), [liberia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberia.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/3.md) ### 4. CNN Ebola Reporting, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Glitch (14:04–18:25) Journalists criticize the slow response of health authorities, noting that CNN reports on soiled linens in a Dallas apartment prompted action from the CDC. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital officials attributed the initial release of Thomas Duncan to a records glitch that failed to relay his travel history to doctors. Skepticism remains regarding the efficacy of screening measures and the transparency of medical institutions. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [erin burnett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erin-burnett.md), texas health presbyterian hospital, thomas duncan, [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Global Entry System Flaws, No Agenda Newsletter Aesthetics (18:29–22:20) Personal anecdotes highlight inconsistencies in the Global Entry system, including malfunctioning cameras and manual overrides by customs agents. A discussion on the aesthetic quality of the show's newsletter leads to a critique of award-winning advertising that fails to drive sales. A brief mention is made of George Clooney contracting malaria during a trip to South Sudan. Keywords: [global entry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-entry.md), [customs and border protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/customs-and-border-protection.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [malaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malaria.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Deloitte Ebola Vaccine Rumors, Zombie Hoax Videos (22:20–24:29) Unverified reports circulate regarding Deloitte Risk Management having an Ebola vaccine on their books. In Liberia, reports emerge of dogs scavenging the corpses of Ebola victims, raising concerns about animal transmission. Social media platforms like YouTube and BuzzFeed propagate a "zombie" hoax claiming Ebola patients have risen from the dead. Keywords: [deloitte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deloitte.md), [ebola vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola-vaccine.md), [liberia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberia.md), [zombies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zombies.md), [buzzfeed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzzfeed.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/6.md) ### 7. ZMapp Patent Dispute, Canadian Microbiology Lab Storage (24:30–27:40) The Canadian government reportedly holds the patent and intellectual property for the experimental Ebola drug ZMapp. While 1,000 doses are stored at the National Microbiology Lab in Winnipeg, an intellectual property dispute is allegedly delaying the drug's deployment. The World Health Organization is currently managing the international distribution process for these treatments. Keywords: [zmapp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zmapp.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patent.md), [winnipeg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/winnipeg.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Melatonin Potential for Ebola Treatment, Pineal Research Journal (27:41–30:03) An abstract from the Journal of Pineal Research suggests that melatonin could be a viable treatment for Ebola virus infections. The study highlights melatonin's ability to target endothelial disruption and its successful use in treating septic shock. Proponents argue that melatonin's high safety profile and oral administration make it suitable for large-scale outbreaks. Keywords: [melatonin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melatonin.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), journal of pineal research, [sepsis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sepsis.md), [medical study](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-study.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/8.md) ### 9. National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Flashlight App Malware (30:05–35:57) Gary Malefsky of SnoopWall warns that popular flashlight applications on the Google Play Store are often malicious spyware. These apps allegedly collect personal data, including credit card information and contacts, and transmit it to servers in China, India, and Russia. Experts recommend a factory reset for infected smartphones to remove hidden Trojans. Keywords: snoopwall, gary malefsky, [malware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malware.md), flashlight app, [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Kurt Vonnegut Film 2081, Koch Brothers Funding (35:57–37:39) A short film titled 2081, based on Kurt Vonnegut's story "Harrison Bergeron," is set for release. The production is executive produced by Elizabeth Koch, daughter of Charles Koch. The film depicts a dystopian future where the government enforces total equality through physical and mental handicaps. Keywords: [kurt vonnegut](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kurt-vonnegut.md), 2081, elizabeth koch, [harrison bergeron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harrison-bergeron.md), [film](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/film.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Upper Decker Urban Legend, Sir Upper Decker Knighting (37:40–40:00) The term "Upper Decker" is clarified as a prank involving defecating in a toilet's water tank. This follows the recent knighting of a producer under that name, which the hosts initially mistook for a baseball reference. A separate anecdote describes a childhood prank involving flushing metallic sodium down toilets to cause explosions in sewer systems. Keywords: upper decker, [urban dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-dictionary.md), [prank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prank.md), sir upper decker, [sodium metal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sodium-metal.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Homeless Ebola Prediction, Executive Order 13295 Amendment (40:01–45:03) A prediction is made that a homeless person diagnosed with Ebola will lead to mass roundups and quarantines. President Obama recently amended Executive Order 13295 to include respiratory illnesses with pandemic potential on the list of quarantinable diseases. The Lisbon Treaty also contains provisions allowing for the indefinite detention of individuals with communicable diseases. Keywords: executive order 13295, [quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md), [homeless](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeless.md), [sars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sars.md), [lisbon treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/12.md) ### 13. No Agenda Art Submissions, Michael Jed Tribute (45:04–48:45) The hosts thank Michael Jed for his evergreen art submission used for the current episode. They acknowledge the high volume of art submitted to the No Agenda Art Generator and the importance of listener contributions to the show's success. A new listener from the "Twit Sunday" show is also welcomed. Keywords: michael jed, [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [fema region 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-region-6.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Producer Donations, PayPal Anti-Terrorism Flags (48:46–53:32) Grand Duke David Foley's donation was flagged by PayPal under anti-terrorism laws due to the mention of "Jose Gonzalez of Las Vegas" in the instruction box. The hosts discuss how specific keywords can trigger financial holds and investigations. Other producers, including Moses Hall and Paul, are thanked for their creative jingles and support. Keywords: [david foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-foley.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), anti-terrorism laws, jose gonzalez, [las vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/las-vegas.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Longhand Letters, Podcast Audio Engineering Standards (53:38–58:22) Maury Stone of Stowe, Vermont, sent a $200 donation via a longhand letter, requesting that the hosts stop discussing cell phones. The hosts discuss the technical aspects of their audio production, emphasizing a "flat" waveform for consistent mobile listening. They contrast their ambient sound with the "dead" studio sound typical of NPR. Keywords: [longhand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/longhand.md), stowe vermont, [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Smith-Mundt Act Modernization, Broadcast Board of Governors (58:23–1:04:22) The 2013 modernization of the Smith-Mundt Act allows the Broadcast Board of Governors (BBG) to distribute its content domestically upon request. While the BBG claims it does not target U.S. audiences, local stations can now subscribe to free, high-quality news packages produced by the agency. This change has raised concerns about the potential for government-funded propaganda within the United States. Keywords: [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [broadcast board of governors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcast-board-of-governors.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [ndaa 2013](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ndaa-2013.md), news packages [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/16.md) ### 17. BBG Strategic Plan, Internet Censorship Circumvention (1:04:24–1:10:31) The BBG's strategic plan for 2012-2016 outlines goals to become a leading international news agency and reach 216 million weekly viewers. The agency seeks to lead in internet censorship circumvention and anti-jamming efforts in coordination with the State Department. The plan explicitly argued for the repeal of the domestic dissemination ban to reach expatriate communities in the U.S. Keywords: [bbg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbg.md), strategic plan, [internet censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-censorship.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Andrew Lack Appointment, Voice of America Operations (1:10:31–1:15:00) Andrew Lack, a former executive at NBC Universal and Bloomberg, has been named CEO of the Broadcast Board of Governors. The board is chaired by Jeffrey Schell of the Comcast Programming Group. The hosts discuss the professional background of these media executives and the extensive facilities of Voice of America in Washington, D.C. Keywords: andrew lack, [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [nbc universal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-universal.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), jeffrey schell [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Duke University Study, Manipulation of Free Will (1:15:02–1:18:53) A study from Duke University explores how easily human judgment and free will can be manipulated. Researchers David Moskrop and Tanya Chartrand examine the neurological processes behind decision-making and the implications for democratic systems. The study questions whether the "popular will" is an autonomous reflection of true preferences or a product of external influence. Keywords: [duke university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duke-university.md), david moskrop, tanya chartrand, [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [neurology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neurology.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Elderly Stereotype Priming, Non-Conscious Processing Research (1:18:54–1:21:52) Psychology research by John Bargh demonstrates that "priming" subjects with words related to the elderly causes them to walk more slowly. This effect occurs without the subjects' conscious awareness of the influence. Experts suggest that while awareness of these automatic processes is possible, correcting for them is difficult due to the unknown magnitude of the influence. Keywords: john bargh, [psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychology.md), priming, [stereotypes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stereotypes.md), non-conscious processing [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Democracy and Political Messaging, Common Core Brainwashing (1:21:53–1:24:41) The hosts debate the merits of democracy in light of psychological manipulation, noting that opposing political forces often balance each other out. Concerns are raised about "Common Core" testing and its potential use for ideological brainwashing in the educational system. The discussion touches on how subtle messaging from candidates can sway public perception. Keywords: [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [common core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), [brainwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brainwashing.md), [academia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academia.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Positive Attitude Philosophy, John Dvorak's Mother Anecdote (1:24:41–1:30:09) A discussion on the "positive attitude" movement, including books like *The Secret*, leads to a critique of "forced" positivity seen in certain demographics. John Dvorak shares an anecdote about his mother, who advocated for positive thinking while simultaneously harboring paranoid fears about the Chinese buying up all the toilet paper. Keywords: the secret, [norman vincent peale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norman-vincent-peale.md), [positive thinking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/positive-thinking.md), [trader joes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trader-joes.md), chinese toilet paper [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Great Recession Capitalization, Obama Martyrdom Theory (1:30:10–1:34:25) White House emails have begun capitalizing "Great Recession" as a formal title. The hosts speculate that recent Secret Service security gaps might be orchestrated to allow President Obama to leave office early as a "martyr" rather than face a legacy of perceived failure. They also discuss the re-emergence of race as a central theme in political discourse. Keywords: [great recession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/great-recession.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [martyrdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martyrdom.md), [race card](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/race-card.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/23.md) ### 24. White House Security Flaws, Joe Biden Gaffes (1:34:26–1:38:19) Recent security breaches at the White House, including a fence jumper and shots fired in 2011, are scrutinized. Vice President Joe Biden is highlighted for a recent gaffe in which he claimed 161,000 people died in the Joplin, Missouri tornado, when the actual death toll was 161. Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), joplin missouri, [gaffes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffes.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Health Insurance Open Enrollment, Blue Shield Paperwork Backlog (1:38:21–1:41:27) The hosts criticize the "open enrollment" system of the Affordable Care Act as a scam that limits consumer choice. One host reports that Blue Shield of California warned of a six-week backlog in processing insurance paperwork due to ACA-related glitches. Patients are reportedly being told to keep receipts and seek emergency care in the interim. Keywords: [affordable care act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affordable-care-act.md), blue shield, [open enrollment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-enrollment.md), [cobra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cobra.md), [health insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-insurance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Obama on Healthcare Premiums, Millennium Steel Question (1:41:27–1:44:46) During a visit to Millennium Steel, President Obama responded to a question about rising healthcare costs by claiming premiums have grown at the slowest rate in 50 years. He suggested that businesses seeing double-digit increases are simply not "shopping effectively." A separate discussion covers a doctor's skepticism regarding the necessity of the Hepatitis B vaccine for non-medical workers. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), millennium steel, [healthcare premiums](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare-premiums.md), [affordable care act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affordable-care-act.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/26.md) ### 27. King Fire Containment, Deer Carcass Arson (1:44:47–1:47:41) The King Fire in El Dorado County reached 98% containment after burning nearly 98,000 acres and destroying 12 homes. In a separate incident near Bass Lake, a man was identified as the cause of a 300-acre fire after he attempted to burn a deer carcass to eliminate the smell. The man confessed to the act but has not yet been arrested. Keywords: king fire, el dorado county, bass lake, [arson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arson.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Peter Kassig Kidnapping, SERA Charity Legitimacy (1:47:41–1:52:58) Peter Kassig, a former U.S. Army Ranger and aid worker, was kidnapped by ISIL in Syria. His parents released a video appeal for his mercy, noting his conversion to Islam. Investigations into Kassig's charity, SERA, reveal it is not a registered 501(c)(3) and directed donations to a small church in Indianapolis, raising questions about its operations. Keywords: [peter kassig](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-kassig.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), sera, epworth united methodist church [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Alan Henning Beheading, ISIL Video Authenticity (1:52:59–1:55:04) The beheading of British aid worker Alan Henning by ISIL is analyzed for potential inconsistencies, including the amount of blood shown in the video. Henning, an ambulance driver, was the latest hostage featured in the group's propaganda series. The hosts compare the production style to a soap opera and question the authenticity of the footage. Keywords: alan henning, [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [beheading](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beheading.md), [john cantlie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-cantlie.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Kassim Jamil Interview, Radical Preacher Connections (1:55:05–2:01:15) An interview with aid worker Kassim Jamil on the BBC is criticized for appearing scripted and overly dramatic. Jamil's associated charities, such as Al-Fatiha Global, have reportedly hosted radical preachers. Social media posts attributed to Jamil allegedly lauded jihadi martyrs and quoted Osama bin Laden, complicating his public image as a neutral aid worker. Keywords: kassim jamil, [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), al-fatiha global, [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Khorasan Group Emergence, Rear Admiral John Kirby (2:01:16–2:08:08) The U.S. government identified the "Khorasan Group" as a primary target for airstrikes in Syria, despite the group being virtually unknown to rebels on the ground. Pentagon spokesman Rear Admiral John Kirby dismissed claims that the group was "fancified" to justify military action. NPR reports that the group posed a threat of using hard-to-detect bombs on airplanes. Keywords: [khorasan group](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/khorasan-group.md), [john kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Israel-Jordan Gas Deal, Amos Hochstein Interview (2:08:09–2:13:46) State Department energy envoy Amos Hochstein discusses a $15 billion gas deal between Israel and Jordan involving Noble Energy. The deal is part of a broader strategy to utilize Eastern Mediterranean gas discoveries as a "tool for cooperation." This move is seen as a way to shift regional energy dynamics and reduce reliance on traditional pipelines. Keywords: [amos hochstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amos-hochstein.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan.md), [noble energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noble-energy.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Ukraine Energy Crisis, 2009 Russia Gas Dispute (2:13:48–2:19:55) The U.S. and EU are working to make Ukraine energy-sufficient ahead of winter following Russia's decision to cut off gas supplies. The current crisis is compared to the 2009 dispute, which the hosts claim was the catalyst for a long-term Western strategy to bypass Russian pipelines. The goal is to create an "Energy Union" within Europe to manage gas distribution based on need. Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md), [energy union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-union.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/658-it-s-a-glitch/chapter/33.md) ### 34. European Gas Market, Destination Clause Regulations (2:19:56–2:25:46) The U.S. has influenced European regulatory processes to remove "destination clauses," allowing gas to flow freely between EU member states. This strategy aims to reduce Russia's market share while promoting gas from Israel and Cyprus. Critics argue this "Energy Union" will lead to increased control over domestic energy consumption and potential for corruption. 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