# Pupil Progression Plan

> Corruption allegations hit the NSA as a former director monetizes state secrets while the White House deploys a new czar to manage the domestic Ebola narrative.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 663
- **Published:** 2014-10-24
- **Length:** 3h 3m
- **Topics:** IronNet corruption, Ebola Czar, Ottawa shooting, Takata recall, Wesley Clark memo, [Secret Service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), Craisin dispute
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan

## About this episode

Former NSA Director Keith Alexander faces intense scrutiny for hiring the agency’s current CTO to work at his private consulting firm, IronNet. This hybrid arrangement allows government-hired talent to sell surveillance expertise to private competitors, effectively turning state-sponsored spying into a corporate service. The revelation coincides with reports of deep-seated nepotism at Sigint Consulting, where an NSA employee and her husband allegedly manage circular contracts that siphon federal funds back into private hands.

Global health narratives shift as the World Health Organization declares Nigeria Ebola-free, while the White House appoints Ron Klain as the new Ebola Czar. Despite the lack of direct flights from West Africa, Senator Ted Cruz continues to demand travel bans, a move characterized as calculated fear-mongering for the 2014 midterms. Meanwhile, GlaxoSmithKline CEO Sir Andrew Witty fast-tracks a vaccine for Christmas delivery, demanding government indemnification for a product that has bypassed traditional long-term safety trials. In the Middle East, the Associated Press reports Lebanon is being drawn into the conflict with the Islamic State, mirroring the 2007 Wesley Clark memo regarding the systematic destabilization of seven specific nations.

Adam Curry recounts a brush with a local healer known as the witch on the hill after a severe fever sparked a personal Ebola scare in Austin. The linguistic police arrive as John C. Dvorak challenges the marketing fabrication of the word craisin, insisting on the term dried cranberry. The duo also examines the Secret Service’s attempt to use a fake warrant in Nashville and the bizarre media glee surrounding a Palin family brawl in Alaska.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/transcript.md.

### 1. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak Health Update (0:00–1:32)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 663 of the No Agenda show by discussing their current health struggles. Curry describes losing the lower register of his voice and struggling with lung pressure while performing sick. Dvorak notes that Curry typically sounds normal on air despite being "sick as a dog."

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [illness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illness.md), podcast performance, voice projection

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Adam Curry Ebola Scare and Austin Art Benefit (1:34–6:11)

Adam Curry recounts falling ill after attending an outdoor benefit dinner for the Zach Theater in Austin, Texas. He describes experiencing a fever of 102.9 degrees and shivering, leading to a brief concern that he had contracted Ebola. The discussion touches on the "magic Ebola number" of 101.5 degrees and the irony of a media critic potentially dying from a disease he labeled a hoax.

Keywords: [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), zach theater, [fever](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fever.md), art alliance austin

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Holistic Healing and the Witch on the Hill (6:12–8:42)

Adam Curry describes visiting a local healer named Deva, referred to as "the witch on the hill," to recover from his illness. The treatment involved massages and the purported removal of entities, which Curry claims left him feeling refreshed. The hosts contrast the effectiveness of mechanical medicine and antibiotics with the body's natural ability to heal through alternative methods.

Keywords: deva, holistic healing, entity removal, modern medicine, [antibiotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antibiotics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Nigeria Ebola Free and Ron Klain Appointment (8:42–11:37)

The World Health Organization declared Nigeria Ebola-free after 42 days without new cases, a number the hosts link to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. The discussion shifts to the appointment of Ron Klain as the Ebola Czar, with the hosts criticizing his appearance and past comments on global population growth. They suggest Klain's rhetoric aligns with eugenicist ideologies regarding resource demands in Africa and Asia.

Keywords: [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [nigeria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigeria.md), [ron klain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-klain.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [eugenics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eugenics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Obama Broken Travel and NSA Surveillance (11:38–13:07)

A listener highlights a clip of President Barack Obama using the phrase "disease in place" and discussing "broken travel" as a strategy to bypass flight bans. The hosts question how individuals can hide their travel history in a modern surveillance state managed by the NSA. They argue the NSA is more focused on domestic monitoring than tracking potential disease carriers.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), broken travel, [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), disease in place

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Person of Interest and Tech Backdoors (13:07–14:35)

The hosts play a clip from the television show Person of Interest to illustrate the reality of state surveillance. The clip depicts characters discussing the use of NSA backdoors to access data from Google and Yahoo. This serves as a lead-in to a broader discussion about the extracurricular activities of intelligence officials.

Keywords: [person of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/person-of-interest.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [yahoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yahoo.md), [backdoors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backdoors.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Keith Alexander and IronNet Cybersecurity Ethics (14:37–16:20)

Former NSA Director Keith Alexander is criticized for hiring the current NSA CTO to work part-time at his private consulting firm, IronNet. Reuters reports this hybrid arrangement is intended to keep technological expertise within the government, but the hosts characterize it as a "scam." They suggest the firm essentially sells the ability to spy on competitors using government-hired talent.

Keywords: [keith alexander](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keith-alexander.md), ironnet, [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [cto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cto.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Sigint Consulting and NSA Contractor Nepotism (16:21–18:13)

A BuzzFeed report reveals that an NSA employee and her husband operate Sigint Consulting, which contracts with secondary firms doing business with the NSA. The hosts argue this circular contracting demonstrates deep-seated corruption within the federal government. They compare the government to a bloated corporation that inevitably becomes corrupt once it reaches a certain size.

Keywords: sigint consulting, [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [buzzfeed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzzfeed.md), drs signal solutions, [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Ted Cruz and Republican Fear Politics (18:14–20:26)

Senator Ted Cruz is criticized for advocating for flight bans from Ebola-stricken countries despite the lack of direct flights to the United States. The hosts argue that both political parties use fear—Ebola for Republicans and other crises for Democrats—to drive voter turnout. They dismiss Cruz's "common sense" stance as a calculated political maneuver.

Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [flight ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flight-ban.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [fear-mongering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fear-mongering.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/9.md)

### 10. GlaxoSmithKline Ebola Vaccine Fast-Tracking (20:27–24:59)

GlaxoSmithKline CEO Sir Andrew Witty discusses the unprecedented pace of developing an Ebola vaccine, aiming for doses to be available by Christmas 2014. Witty emphasizes the need for government indemnification because the vaccine will be used in emergency situations before traditional long-term trials are completed. The hosts express skepticism regarding the sudden "cracking" of the vaccine code and the financial motivations involved.

Keywords: [glaxosmithkline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glaxosmithkline.md), andrew witty, [ebola vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola-vaccine.md), [indemnification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indemnification.md), [clinical trials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinical-trials.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Ronan Farrow and the Ebola Bat Theory (25:00–31:37)

The hosts critique Ronan Farrow's MSNBC segment regarding the origins of Ebola, specifically the theory that bats and "bushmeat" consumption caused the outbreak. An expert on the show clarifies that there is no direct evidence of bat-to-human transmission in the current outbreak, contradicting the show's prepared narrative. The hosts mock the media's reliance on "memes" and graphics over scientific evidence.

Keywords: [ronan farrow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronan-farrow.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), bushmeat, [bats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bats.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Bat Immune Systems and Evolutionary Traits (31:37–34:29)

A follow-up segment on MSNBC explores why bats are reservoirs for viruses like Ebola without exhibiting symptoms. The expert discusses research into bat metabolism and flight-related evolutionary traits that might offer lessons for human treatment. The hosts mock the host's "Doogie Howser" persona and the obviousness of the biological differences between bats and humans.

Keywords: [bats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bats.md), [immune system](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immune-system.md), doogie howser, [metabolism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metabolism.md), [research](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/research.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/12.md)

### 13. DOD Ebola Rapid Response Team Deployment (34:30–38:43)

The Department of Defense is forming a 30-person rapid response medical team to assist civilian authorities with Ebola cases in the United States. Rear Admiral John Kirby explains the team will train in Texas before being placed on "prepare-to-deploy" status. The hosts question the legality of using military troops on domestic streets and the potential erosion of Posse Comitatus.

Keywords: [john kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [posse comitatus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/posse-comitatus.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [military deployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-deployment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Ron Klain First Day and Ebola Recovery (38:44–42:03)

Ron Klain officially begins his role as Ebola Czar as news breaks that a freelance cameraman and nurse Nina Pham have tested negative for the virus. The Department of Homeland Security announces that travelers from Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone must land at one of five designated U.S. airports for enhanced screening. The hosts analyze the specific phrasing used in recovery reports, suggesting it may be part of a broader media narrative.

Keywords: [ron klain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-klain.md), [nina pham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nina-pham.md), [jfk airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jfk-airport.md), [screening](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screening.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Seventh Anniversary Donations and Smith-Mundt Act (42:05–48:18)

The hosts celebrate the show's seventh anniversary by reading high-value donations, including a $6,666.66 contribution from Matthew Elwart. Elwart's note discusses how the show's coverage of the Smith-Mundt Act repeal changed his perspective on mainstream media. The segment also references Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's controversial comments regarding women and "karma" in the workplace.

Keywords: [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), matthew elwart, [alpharetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alpharetta.md), [satya nadella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satya-nadella.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/15.md)

### 16. International Donors and the Point Five Club (48:18–53:12)

Donations arrive from Luxembourg and Connecticut, with one producer proposing the creation of a "Point Five Club" for those donating half of the $666 amount. The hosts struggle to read a longhand note from a donor in Norwalk, Connecticut, leading to a discussion about the decline of handwriting skills among millennials.

Keywords: [luxembourg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luxembourg.md), [connecticut](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/connecticut.md), point five club, [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), longhand notes

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Decadent Minimalist Wallet and Davis Market Legend (53:13–57:11)

Sir Gene Natulia promotes a Kickstarter for the "Decadent Minimalist" wallet, a CNC-machined aluminum card holder that offers RFID protection. Another donor shares a story about the Davis Market in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, which is local legend describes as the "center of the universe." The anecdote includes a reference to vintage Star Trek trading cards and UFO bookstores.

Keywords: decadent minimalist, [kickstarter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kickstarter.md), [murfreesboro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/murfreesboro.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), aluminum wallet

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Weed California and DH Unplugged (57:12–59:48)

A donor from Weed, California, contributes to the show, explaining how her fiance discovered No Agenda through the DH Unplugged podcast. The hosts clarify that they do not smoke marijuana despite the town's name and thank the couple for their "value for value" support.

Keywords: [weed california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weed-california.md), [dh unplugged](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dh-unplugged.md), [jeff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff.md), fiance, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Sponsor segment: Twin Engine No Agenda Coffee Promotion (59:49–1:03:38)

The hosts discuss a partnership with Twin Engine Coffee, which offers a "No Agenda" blend with proceeds supporting the show. While Adam Curry enjoys the coffee, he expresses dissatisfaction with the outdated 2003-era photos used on the website. The segment also mentions Ramsey Cain's tutorial for printing and framing podcast artwork.

Keywords: twin engine coffee, [nicaragua](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicaragua.md), sumatra, [ramsey cain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ramsey-cain.md), [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/19.md)

### 20. The Craisin Linguistic Dispute (1:03:38–1:05:15)

John C. Dvorak confronts Adam Curry for using the word "craisin" during a previous segment. Dvorak argues that the term is a marketing fabrication and that the fruit is simply a dried cranberry. Curry defends the usage while acknowledging Dvorak's role as the "word police."

Keywords: craisin, cranberry, raisin, word police, [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Hunter S. Thompson 9/11 Prediction (1:05:15–1:06:47)

Adam Curry reads a passage written by Hunter S. Thompson on September 12, 2001, which predicted a permanent state of "Christian Jihad" and expensive global guerrilla warfare. The text criticizes George W. Bush and suggests the war was fueled by religious hatred and the oil industry. The hosts marvel at the accuracy of Thompson's foresight regarding the "mysterious enemy."

Keywords: hunter s. thompson, [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), christian jihad, [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [war on terror](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-on-terror.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Ottawa Parliament Hill Shooting and Media Reaction (1:06:48–1:14:11)

The hosts deconstruct the media coverage of the shooting at Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada. They compare the casualty count to daily violence in Chicago and criticize the "pornographic fear" generated by networks like CBS and CBC. The segment highlights the heightened alert status of NORAD and the emotional reporting of anchor Peter Mansbridge.

Keywords: [ottawa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ottawa.md), [stephen harper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-harper.md), [peter mansbridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-mansbridge.md), [norad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norad.md), [mass shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mass-shooting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Jihadi Alert and Lone Wolf Narratives (1:14:12–1:18:05)

Following the Ottawa shooting, security is increased at Arlington National Cemetery, which the hosts mock as "protecting the dead." CBS correspondent Bob Orr reports that while there is no direct link to a broader plot, the FBI is warning local police about "lone wolf" retaliatory attacks. The hosts argue the narrative is designed to shift public focus from Ebola back to Islamic terrorism.

Keywords: [arlington national cemetery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arlington-national-cemetery.md), bob orr, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [lone wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-wolf.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/23.md)

### 24. MSNBC Iowa vs Ottawa Gaffe (1:18:07–1:20:31)

The hosts play a clip of an MSNBC anchor mistakenly asking a correspondent for the latest news in "Iowa" instead of "Ottawa." They use the gaffe to criticize the intelligence and professionalism of mainstream media "talent." The segment mocks the high salaries paid to anchors who struggle with basic geography during breaking news events.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), [ottawa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ottawa.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md), chloe

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/24.md)

### 25. The Structural War on Twitter (1:20:32–1:24:42)

The hosts discuss what they perceive as a coordinated "war on Twitter," fueled by the Gamergate controversy and claims of rampant misogyny. They argue that the narrative is being used to devalue the company for a potential acquisition or to justify increased government regulation of online speech. They suggest users who feel bullied should simply leave the platform or use blocking tools.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [gamergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamergate.md), [misogyny](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misogyny.md), [cyberbullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyberbullying.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Monica Lewinsky Anti-Bullying Campaign at Forbes (1:24:42–1:29:14)

Monica Lewinsky speaks at the Forbes Under 30 Conference, labeling herself "patient zero" of internet shaming and launching an anti-bullying campaign. She credits the Drudge Report with making her a global figure in 1998 before the era of social media. The hosts question her presence at an "under 30" event and suggest her story is being leveraged to further the "war on Twitter."

Keywords: [monica lewinsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monica-lewinsky.md), [forbes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forbes.md), [drudge report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drudge-report.md), [patient zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patient-zero.md), [anti-bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-bullying.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/26.md)

### 27. UK Internet Trolling Laws and Defamation (1:29:15–1:32:51)

The UK government proposes jailing "internet trolls" for up to two years, with Justice Secretary Chris Grayling vowing to take a stand against the "cyber mob." The hosts discuss the legal implications of defining "troll" as a criminal category, suggesting it opens the door for lucrative defamation and slander lawsuits in the British court system.

Keywords: chris grayling, [trolling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trolling.md), [uk law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk-law.md), [slander](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slander.md), [madeleine mccann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madeleine-mccann.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/27.md)

### 28. State Department Think Again Turn Away Project (1:32:52–1:38:02)

The U.S. State Department's "Think Again Turn Away" project, led by former Time editor Richard Stengel, uses social media to counter ISIS recruitment. The hosts criticize the 50-person operation for producing "hilarious" mockery videos and engaging in "mind share" battles. They highlight the revolving door between mainstream media leadership and government propaganda roles.

Keywords: [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [richard stengel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-stengel.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Fake ISIS Hand Grenades and Precision Parachutes (1:38:03–1:41:30)

An explosive ordnance expert, "Black Knight," analyzes an NBC report showing ISIS fighters with captured U.S. equipment. He identifies the hand grenades as hollow, spray-painted MK2 training versions phased out in the 1970s. The analysis also notes that the "mistaken" airdrop used GPS-steerable parachutes, making a delivery error into enemy territory highly suspicious.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), hand grenades, [airdrop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airdrop.md), [black knight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-knight.md), mk2 pineapple

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Lebanon and the Wesley Clark Seven Countries Memo (1:41:31–1:43:17)

The Associated Press reports that Lebanon is being pulled into the war against the Islamic State as Hezbollah clashes with Sunni militias. The hosts link this development to General Wesley Clark's 2007 revelation of a Pentagon memo to "take out" seven countries in five years, including Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon.

Keywords: [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), [wesley clark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wesley-clark.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Denver Teenagers and the Islamic State Group (1:43:19–1:46:21)

Three teenage girls from Denver were detained in Germany while allegedly attempting to travel to Syria to join the "Islamic State Group." The hosts note the media's sudden shift to using the specific phrase "Islamic State Group" and question the logistics of strict Muslim militants recruiting Western teenage girls for combat.

Keywords: [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [recruitment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recruitment.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/31.md)

### 32. White House Fence Jumper and Secret Service Hoax (1:46:21–1:49:30)

A new fence-jumping incident at the White House is reported by Major Garrett, involving the use of attack dogs to apprehend the intruder. The hosts compare this to the September 19th incident involving Omar Gonzalez, who was recently declared mentally incompetent for trial. They suggest these events are scripted to rehabilitate the Secret Service's image under new leadership.

Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [major garrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/major-garrett.md), omar gonzalez, [fence jumper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fence-jumper.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Secret Service Fake Warrant Scandal in Nashville (1:49:30–1:54:29)

Nashville Police Chief Steve Anderson files a complaint against the Secret Service for attempting to dupe a resident by waving a fake piece of paper as a warrant. The incident involved agents investigating a Facebook post about the President. The hosts praise the Chief for standing up for constitutional rights against federal "condescension" and abuse of power.

Keywords: [nashville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nashville.md), steve anderson, [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), warrant, julia pierson

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Education Alternative Services and Grade Inflation (1:54:30–1:57:04)

Schools in Hillsborough County, Florida, are banning the term "dropout" in favor of "education alternative services" to remove negative stigmas. Meanwhile, Orange County implements a "pupil progression plan" where students cannot receive a grade lower than 50, even for failing work. The hosts compare this to the 100-point wine rating scale where nothing is truly rated poorly.

Keywords: hillsborough county, [orange county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/orange-county.md), dropout, grade inflation, [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Value for Value Donations and Ghetto Pass Revocation (1:57:05–2:08:05)

The hosts read a series of donations from around the world, including Israel, Canada, and Australia. A notable exchange occurs when a black donor "revokes" Adam Curry's "ghetto pass" for his use of certain slang. The segment concludes with a list of $50 donors contributing to their future knighthoods through the "value for value" model.

Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), ghetto pass, gatineau, netanya

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Knighting Ceremony for Sir James of Ice and Sand (2:08:06–2:13:46)

James Cates is officially knighted as "Sir James of the Ice and Sand" after reaching the $1,000 donation threshold. The hosts perform the traditional ceremony, offering a list of humorous rewards such as "Hookers & Molly" and "Mutton in Mead." They also discuss the logistics of ordering more knight rings and the upcoming "podcast license" requirement.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), james cates, ice and sand, [rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rings.md), [podcast license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-license.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Patrick Moore and the Australian Climate Debate (2:13:46–2:19:34)

Greenpeace co-founder Patrick Moore appears on Sky News Australia to discuss "The Pause" in global warming over the last 18 years. He debates Erwin Jackson of the Climate Institute, pointing out that Antarctic sea ice is at record highs despite rising CO2 levels. The hosts praise the rare instance of a balanced, calm discussion on climate science in the media.

Keywords: [patrick moore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patrick-moore.md), [greenpeace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenpeace.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [antarctica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antarctica.md), [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/37.md)

### 38. NASA Global Warming Pause and Expert Credentials (2:19:35–2:22:48)

During the Australian climate debate, Erwin Jackson admits he is not actually a professor despite being introduced as one. Patrick Moore cites NASA data confirming that global average surface temperatures have stopped rising in tandem with greenhouse gases in the 21st century. The hosts argue that the climate movement is driven by sociology and irrational phobias rather than scientific reason.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [patrick moore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patrick-moore.md), erwin jackson, [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [credentials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credentials.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Hiroshima Bomb Analogy and Ocean Heat Hiding (2:22:49–2:28:46)

Climate activists are criticized for using an analogy that global warming is equivalent to detonating four Hiroshima bombs every second. The hosts mock the theory that "missing" heat is hiding in the deep ocean and predict the movement will shift its focus to "ocean acidification" as temperature data fails to support warming. They reiterate their skepticism of computer models that cannot accurately predict short-term weather.

Keywords: [hiroshima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hiroshima.md), [carbon pollution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-pollution.md), [ocean acidification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ocean-acidification.md), [computer models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-models.md), [global cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Takata Airbag Recall and Red State Targeting (2:28:47–2:32:23)

The NHTSA issues an urgent advisory for 5 million vehicle owners to replace defective Takata airbags that can explode. A producer notes that the "regional recall" specifically targets Southern red states like Florida, Texas, and Mississippi. The hosts suggest the timing of the advisory, just before the 2014 midterms, is intended to make the federal government appear trustworthy to Republican-leaning voters.

Keywords: takata, [nhtsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhtsa.md), airbag recall, [red states](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-states.md), [midterm elections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterm-elections.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Dish Network Turner Dispute and HBO Streaming (2:32:24–2:36:48)

Dish Network drops Turner Broadcasting channels, including CNN, due to a carriage dispute, replacing them with MSNBC. The hosts discuss Michael Wolff's thesis that television is disrupting the internet through new streaming services from HBO and CBS. They also criticize Adobe for its "spy-like" reporting features embedded in the Flash player used for online video distribution.

Keywords: [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [turner broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turner-broadcasting.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [adobe flash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adobe-flash.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Sarah Palin Alaska Brawl and Media Glee (2:36:49–2:39:15)

CNN reports with apparent "glee" on a massive brawl in Anchorage, Alaska, involving Sarah Palin's family. The hosts criticize the media's preoccupation with mocking the Palins and compare it to Martin Bashir's past "bullying" comments about the former governor. They argue that finding humor in women being physically assaulted is a disturbing trend in partisan media.

Keywords: [sarah palin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-palin.md), [anchorage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anchorage.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullying.md), [martin bashir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-bashir.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Azar Nafisi and The Republic of Imagination (2:39:16–2:45:41)

Author Azar Nafisi discusses her book The Republic of Imagination, arguing that Americans have become "indifferent" to literature. She criticizes the politicization of university English classes and the impact of Common Core on student outcomes. Nafisi uses Sinclair Lewis's 1922 novel Babbitt to illustrate the "standardization of thought" and the focus on utility over art in modern society.

Keywords: azar nafisi, [common core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), [sinclair lewis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sinclair-lewis.md), babbitt, [literature](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/literature.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Photography Projectors and Pentax 645Z (2:45:43–2:49:47)

Adam Curry asks John C. Dvorak for technical advice on purchasing a projector for a photography art project. They discuss the necessary lumens (2000+) and resolution (1080p vs 720p) for projecting images in a dark room. The segment also mentions the Pentax 645Z, a 51-megapixel medium format camera that produces "amazing" image quality.

Keywords: pentax 645z, [lumens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lumens.md), dlp, projector, [photography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photography.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Swedish Submarine Hunt and Total Oil CEO Death (2:49:47–2:53:30)

The Swedish Navy continues a "fucked up" hunt for a suspected Russian submarine off the coast of Stockholm. Meanwhile, the CEO of Total Oil, Christophe de Margerie, dies in a plane crash in Moscow. The hosts discuss the suspicious nature of the crash and de Margerie's opposition to sanctions against Russia, noting his 30-billion-dollar deal with Gazprom.

Keywords: [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [submarine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/submarine.md), christophe de margerie, [total oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/total-oil.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Apple and Facebook Egg Freezing Benefits (2:53:54–2:57:18)

Apple and Facebook announce they will cover the cost of egg freezing for female employees. The hosts characterize this as a "sadistic" move by Sheryl Sandberg to keep women working during their most productive years by offering a "false promise" of later motherhood. They cite an author who describes the procedure as painful, inconvenient, and medically invasive.

Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), egg freezing, [sheryl sandberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sheryl-sandberg.md), [career path](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/career-path.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Late-Life Parenting and Trend Analysis (2:57:19–3:01:02)

The hosts discuss the pros and cons of having children later in life, with John C. Dvorak noting he was in his 40s when his son was born. They debate whether older parents produce smarter children and if late-life parenting hampers one's lifestyle. Dvorak argues that having a younger child helped him stay current with societal trends for his work as a writer.

Keywords: [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [age](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/age.md), trend analysis, [lifestyle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lifestyle.md), smart kids

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Jacob Appelbaum Naked Sauna Interview and Outro (3:01:02–3:03:43)

The show concludes with an anecdote about WikiLeaks activist Jacob Appelbaum demanding a naked sauna interview to ensure his interviewer wasn't wearing a wire. The hosts play the "Iowa vs Ottawa" gaffe one last time and sign off, reminding listeners of the upcoming Sunday show and the "value for value" support model.

Keywords: [jacob appelbaum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jacob-appelbaum.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), sauna, [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/48.md)

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