# Aristocrats! > Federal funding flows to surveillance tech as racial tensions mount, while Russia pivots its energy empire toward Turkey to bypass European Union regulatory hurdles. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 675 - **Published:** 2014-12-04 - **Length:** 2h 43m - **Topics:** [Body Cameras](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-cameras.md), [South Stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-stream.md), Orion Launch, [Taser International](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taser-international.md), Ukraine Finance, Pruitt-Igoe, [Vice Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats ## About this episode President Barack Obama proposed $263 million in federal funding for 50,000 police body cameras following the death of Eric Garner in New York City. The move benefits Taser International Inc. as municipal governments face mounting pressure to increase law enforcement surveillance. While Mayor Bill de Blasio calls for nonviolent protests, critics like Milwaukee Sheriff David Clark accuse the administration of using racial tension for political leverage. Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted Crimean sovereignty during his State of the Union address while shifting energy strategy toward Turkey. Following the cancellation of the South Stream pipeline, Gazprom plans a new gas hub to bypass European Union regulations. In Ukraine, President Petro Poroshenko appointed American national Natalie Jaresko as Finance Minister, signaling direct Western involvement in the Kiev administration. Meanwhile, the ruble continues to devalue, causing service prices in Murmansk to spike by 40 percent. NASA delayed the Orion launch due to concerns over Van Allen belt radiation, reigniting debates over the technical hurdles of the Apollo era. Comedian Bill Cosby faces new sexual assault allegations from Judy Huth as the media cycle shifts toward historical misconduct. This episode features contributions from Sir Chris Bach and Sir David Foley, alongside a technical breakdown of UTC time for global broadcasting. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/transcript.md. ### 1. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio Calls for Nonviolent Protests (0:00–3:20) New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio urged citizens to engage in nonviolent protests following the death of Eric Garner. Officer Daniel Pantaleo issued a statement expressing regret over the fatality, while observers questioned why a city mayor would actively encourage public demonstrations against his own administration's police force. Keywords: [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [eric garner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-garner.md), daniel pantaleo, [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), race war [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Democracy Now! Coverage of Michael Brown Investigation and Media Disparities (3:21–5:45) Democracy Now! reported that Missouri police are investigating Louis Head, the stepfather of Michael Brown, for potential incitement after he was recorded shouting "burn this bleep down" following a grand jury decision. Comparisons are drawn between the intense media focus on domestic police incidents and the lack of coverage regarding casualties in Iraq and Afghanistan. Keywords: [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [michael brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-brown.md), [ferguson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ferguson.md), louis head, [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/2.md) ### 3. President Obama and Attorney General Eric Holder Face Race-Baiting Accusations (5:46–8:22) President Barack Obama stated his commitment to ensuring Americans believe they are equal under the law, a phrasing that drew scrutiny for focusing on perception rather than legal reality. Public figures including Charles Barkley and Sheriff David Clark have criticized the administration, with some accusing Obama and Attorney General Eric Holder of being race baiters. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [charles barkley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-barkley.md), race baiting, equal under the law [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Federal Funding for Police Body Cameras and Taser International Stock (8:23–12:52) President Obama proposed $263 million in federal funding to purchase 50,000 police body cameras and provide law enforcement training to build community trust. Taser International Inc., trading under the ticker TASR, is a primary manufacturer of these systems, though critics argue that constant surveillance could lead to the creation of "bionic robocops" controlled by command centers. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [taser international](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taser-international.md), [body cameras](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-cameras.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [police reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-reform.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Police Brutality Lawsuits and Municipal Taxpayer Liability (12:53–14:16) New York City reportedly spent $1 billion over several years on settlements related to police brutality and misconduct lawsuits. Despite these massive payouts, public officials and officers rarely face termination, leaving the tax-paying public to bear the financial burden of municipal legal failures. Keywords: [police brutality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-brutality.md), [lawsuits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuits.md), [settlements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/settlements.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [taxpayer funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxpayer-funding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Three-Fifths Compromise Interpretation and Constitutional History Debate (14:18–22:47) A debate regarding Article 1, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution centers on whether the "three-fifths" clause was intended to dehumanize black people or to limit the political power of Southern slaveholders. While some argue the foundation of America is systemic racism, others contend the compromise was a Northern strategy to eventually abolish slavery by reducing the South's voting apportionment. Keywords: [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), three-fifths compromise, [slavery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slavery.md), [white guilt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-guilt.md), article 1 section 2 [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/6.md) ### 7. St. Louis Public Housing History and the Pruitt-Igoe Project Failure (22:47–30:19) The Pruitt-Igoe housing project in St. Louis, built in 1949 under the Truman administration, eventually collapsed due to poor maintenance and restrictive welfare rules. Residents recalled how the welfare department forced fathers to leave the home as a condition for families to receive aid, leading to a systemic breakdown of the black nuclear family before the buildings were demolished in 1969. Keywords: [st. louis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-louis.md), pruitt-igoe, [public housing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-housing.md), [welfare state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/welfare-state.md), [harry truman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-truman.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Ben Carson Criticizes Political Correctness and Nazi Germany Comparisons (30:20–32:49) Dr. Ben Carson compared the current American political climate to Nazi Germany, arguing that government intimidation and "PC police" have made citizens afraid to speak their minds. Carson cited the IRS targeting scandal as evidence of the government using its tools to stifle dissent, a claim that drew pushback from media figures like Wolf Blitzer. Keywords: [ben carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-carson.md), [nazi germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi-germany.md), [political correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md), [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Muslims for Ferguson and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (32:49–36:26) The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and groups like "Muslims for Ferguson" have been accused of using domestic unrest to promote European-style hate speech laws in the United States. Critics suggest these organizations leverage "white guilt" to shield specific groups from criticism under the guise of fighting structural violence. Keywords: [cair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cair.md), [ferguson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ferguson.md), [islamophobia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islamophobia.md), [political correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Oprah Winfrey Produced Civil Rights Film Selma Release (36:29–37:29) The film Selma, produced by Oprah Winfrey, is scheduled for release in January 2015, depicting the civil rights marches led by Martin Luther King Jr. and his interactions with President Lyndon B. Johnson. Some observers suggest the timing of the film's promotion coincides with current racial tensions in the United States. Keywords: [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), [selma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/selma.md), [martin luther king jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-luther-king-jr.md), lyndon b johnson, movie release [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Sheriff David Clark Criticizes Eric Holder at National Press Club (37:30–44:08) Milwaukee Sheriff David Clark delivered a speech at the National Press Club criticizing Attorney General Eric Holder for throwing law enforcement "under the bus" for political gain. Clark questioned Holder's claims of being racially profiled as a federal prosecutor, noting that if Holder did not report the incidents at the time, his current anecdotes appear self-serving. Keywords: david clark, [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [national press club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-press-club.md), [racial profiling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racial-profiling.md), [ferguson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ferguson.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Bill Cosby Sexual Assault Allegations and Necrophilia Tangent (44:08–52:19) Comedian Bill Cosby faces a new wave of sexual assault lawsuits, including allegations from Judy Huth regarding an incident 40 years ago. The discussion shifts to a dark anecdote involving a rumored "necrophiliac club" in New York City involving Tennessee Williams and Klaus von Bülow, drawing parallels to the Jimmy Savile scandal in the UK. Keywords: [bill cosby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-cosby.md), [jimmy savile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-savile.md), [klaus von bülow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klaus-von-bulow.md), tennessee williams, [necrophilia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/necrophilia.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/12.md) ### 13. No Agenda Stream and UTC Watch Discussion (52:20–54:02) The hosts discuss the technical aspects of their live stream and the utility of UTC time for global broadcasting. A mention is made of a "UTC watch" marketed to travelers, which features dual faces to track multiple time zones simultaneously. Keywords: [no agenda stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md), utc time, dual face watch, [aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md), [broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/13.md) ### 14. No Agenda Producer Donations and Executive Producer Credits (54:02–1:07:22) A segment dedicated to acknowledging financial support from the "No Agenda" community features donations from Sir Chris Bach, Sebastian Lissick, and Sir David Foley. The hosts also promote a minimalist wallet from a Kickstarter campaign and the movie Aftermath, composed and produced by a listener. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), [kickstarter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kickstarter.md), aftermath movie, [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Vladimir Putin State of the Union and Ukraine Sovereignty Claims (1:07:23–1:12:27) Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a State of the Union address asserting that the annexation of Crimea was a legitimate act of sovereignty. Putin criticized Western influence in Ukraine and detailed the billions of dollars in financial support and energy discounts Russia provided to the Ukrainian government prior to the conflict. Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [crimea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crimea.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Ukraine Appoints Foreign Nationals to Top Government Positions (1:12:28–1:15:04) President Petro Poroshenko granted Ukrainian citizenship to three foreign nationals, including American Natalie Jaresko, to serve in high-level government roles. Jaresko, a former State Department official, was named Finance Minister, raising questions about the level of direct U.S. involvement in the Ukrainian administration. Keywords: [natalie jaresko](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natalie-jaresko.md), [petro poroshenko](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petro-poroshenko.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [finance minister](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finance-minister.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/16.md) ### 17. South Stream Pipeline Cancellation and Turkish Gas Hub Shift (1:15:05–1:20:09) Russia announced the cancellation of the South Stream pipeline through Bulgaria, opting instead to build a gas hub in Turkey. This strategic shift by Gazprom and President Putin positions Turkey as a primary energy transit point for the European Union, potentially bypassing EU regulatory hurdles. Keywords: [south stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-stream.md), [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [recep tayyip erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recep-tayyip-erdogan.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Turkey Considers Joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (1:20:10–1:25:51) President Recep Tayyip Erdogan suggested that Turkey might abandon its bid for European Union membership in favor of joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Erdogan noted that the "Shanghai Five" shares more common values with Turkey, a move that would significantly alter NATO's geopolitical standing in the region. Keywords: sco, [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erdogan.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Global Energy Competition and Russian Ruble Devaluation (1:25:56–1:30:26) As Israel develops the Leviathan gas field to compete for the European market, Russia faces economic pressure from a tumbling ruble. Reports from Murmansk indicate that local service prices, including those for prostitutes, have risen by 40% to compensate for the currency's devaluation, which some attribute to Western market manipulation. Keywords: [leviathan field](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leviathan-field.md), [nord stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nord-stream.md), [ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ruble.md), [murmansk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/murmansk.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Ashton Carter Nominated for Secretary of Defense (1:30:27–1:32:28) President Obama is set to nominate Ashton Carter to replace Chuck Hagel as Secretary of Defense. While Carter is the primary candidate, Senator John McCain has expressed skepticism, and the Pentagon continues to deploy A-10 Warthog jets to the Middle East despite ongoing budget debates. Keywords: [ashton carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ashton-carter.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [chuck hagel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-hagel.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Coalition Strategy Against Islamic State and Iranian Airstrikes (1:32:27–1:34:43) Secretary of State John Kerry met with diplomats from 60 nations to coordinate the campaign against the Islamic State. Reports indicate that Iran has also conducted airstrikes against ISIS targets in Iraq using aging F-4 Phantom jets, though the Pentagon has declined to officially confirm direct coordination with Tehran. Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), f-4 phantom, [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/21.md) ### 22. FBI Warns Military Personnel of ISIS Social Media Targeting (1:34:43–1:37:27) The FBI and Department of Homeland Security issued a bulletin warning U.S. military personnel that ISIS supporters are monitoring social media to identify targets for domestic attacks. Soldiers have been advised to scrub their Facebook profiles of family photos and location data to mitigate the threat of "information mining." Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), military safety [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Disappearance of the Khorasan Group from News Cycles (1:37:29–1:38:53) The Khorasan Group, once described by intelligence officials as a high-profile terror threat in Syria, has largely disappeared from media coverage. Analysts suggest the group may have been a short-lived propaganda construct or a botched intelligence operation that was subsequently "swept under the rug." Keywords: [khorasan group](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/khorasan-group.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/23.md) ### 24. World Food Program Funding Shortage and Syrian Refugee Debit Cards (1:38:54–1:42:59) The World Food Program announced a suspension of aid to 1.7 million Syrian refugees due to a lack of funding from donor nations. In a surprising revelation, refugees in camps like Zaatari use prepaid WFP debit cards at Safeway-branded stores, highlighting a corporate-integrated model of international disaster relief. Keywords: [world food program](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-food-program.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [refugees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refugees.md), [safeway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safeway.md), [debit cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debit-cards.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/24.md) ### 25. American Red Cross Financial Transparency and Blood Sales (1:42:59–1:44:46) The American Red Cross and its CEO Gail McGovern are facing criticism over the lack of transparency regarding where donation money is allocated. Reports indicate the organization runs a $2.2 billion business selling donated blood, while recent high-profile fundraising for Ebola relief has shown little evidence of direct impact. Keywords: [red cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-cross.md), [gail mcgovern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gail-mcgovern.md), [blood donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blood-donation.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Toyota Mirai Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car Launch and Infrastructure Costs (1:44:46–1:48:14) Toyota unveiled the Mirai, a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle marketed as the "future" of eco-friendly transportation. However, the high cost of refueling stations—estimated at $4.3 million each—poses a significant barrier to the widespread adoption of a hydrogen-based automotive economy. Keywords: [toyota mirai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toyota-mirai.md), hydrogen fuel cell, akio toyoda, [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Transatomic Power and Waste Annihilating Molten Salt Reactors (1:48:15–1:51:32) A startup called Transatomic Power is developing a Waste Annihilating Molten Salt Reactor (WAMSR) designed to generate electricity by consuming high-level nuclear waste. While the design could theoretically reduce waste volume to the size of a grapefruit, experts like Rod Adams note that such innovations face opposition from established fossil fuel interests. Keywords: transatomic power, [nuclear waste](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-waste.md), molten salt reactor, [rod adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rod-adams.md), [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Chernobyl Documentary Pandora's Promise and Public Apathy (1:51:32–1:53:12) The documentary Pandora's Promise explores the reality of the Chernobyl exclusion zone and advocates for nuclear energy. Despite the film's significant subject matter, screenings have reportedly seen very low attendance, reflecting a general public apathy toward complex energy and environmental issues. Keywords: [chernobyl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chernobyl.md), [pandora's promise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandora-s-promise.md), stuart brand, [nuclear energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-energy.md), [documentary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/documentary.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/28.md) ### 29. No Agenda Donation Segment and New "Presents" Title Tier (1:53:17–2:05:03) The hosts acknowledge a wide range of donations, including a report from a listener in Singapore regarding "slave cards" and a gift of Energel pens. A new "Instant Knight" tier is introduced for the upcoming 12/13/14 show date, allowing top donors to have their names included in the official episode title. Keywords: [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), [singapore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/singapore.md), energel pens, instant knight, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/29.md) ### 30. NASA Orion Launch Delay and Van Allen Belt Radiation Concerns (2:05:04–2:12:08) NASA delayed the launch of the Orion space vehicle, which is designed to test radiation shielding as it passes through the Van Allen belts. The mission has reignited debates regarding the feasibility of the original Apollo moon landings, as NASA scientists now emphasize the extreme danger radiation poses to modern electronic guidance systems and human crews. Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [orion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/orion.md), [van allen belts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/van-allen-belts.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md), [moon landing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-landing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/30.md) ### 31. President Obama Visits National Institutes of Health (2:12:08–2:14:49) President Obama visited the National Institutes of Health to promote the BRAIN Initiative and tour vaccine research facilities. During his remarks, he joked about his lack of scientific background while describing complex laboratory processes like cloning virus genes into vaccine vectors. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [nih](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih.md), [brain initiative](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brain-initiative.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), virus cloning [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/31.md) ### 32. University of Texas Stolen Brains PR Stunt for Book Launch (2:14:49–2:20:10) A viral news story regarding 100 "stolen" brains from the University of Texas, including that of clock tower sniper Charles Whitman, is identified as a potential PR stunt. The story's timing coincides perfectly with the release of Adam Voorhees' book, Malformed: Forgotten Brains of the Texas State Mental Hospital, published by Powerhouse Books. Keywords: [university of texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-texas.md), charles whitman, adam voorhees, powerhouse books, [pr stunt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pr-stunt.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Vice Media Valuation and Potential Acquisition of HLN (2:20:11–2:23:39) Vice Media CEO Shane Smith discussed the company's aggressive acquisition strategy, targeting "distressed media assets" like magazines and television networks. Smith hinted that Vice is interested in acquiring HLN (Headline News), claiming the network is currently performing poorly and could be revitalized under Vice's management. 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