# Team Taylor > Global markets shift as Lithuania adopts the Euro while cybersecurity experts challenge the official FBI narrative regarding North Korean involvement in the Sony Pictures hack. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 683 - **Published:** 2015-01-01 - **Length:** 3h 2m - **Topics:** Eurozone expansion, [Sony hack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-hack.md), Regin malware, VAT compliance, [Ben Carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-carson.md), AirAsia 8501, Tragedy and Hope - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor ## About this episode Lithuania officially joined the Eurozone on January 1, 2015, a move interpreted as a strategic geopolitical shield against Russian influence as Greece faces a snap election and potential return to the drachma. Meanwhile, the FBI continues to attribute the Sony Pictures hack to North Korea, despite cybersecurity firm Norse Corp presenting evidence of an insider threat. These shifting global alliances and digital skirmishes set the stage for a year defined by centralized financial control and state-sponsored cyber warfare. In the European Union, new VAT regulations have transformed the digital economy by requiring merchants to collect sales tax based on the customer's location rather than the seller's, a move critics argue favors massive corporations over small businesses. On the domestic front, neurosurgeon Ben Carson and Wall Street Journal editor Jason Riley challenge prevailing narratives on racial politics, with Riley arguing that identity politics from Eric Holder and Al Sharpton distract from internal community issues. Technical analysis of the Regin malware framework reveals a sophisticated five-stage spying tool linked to GCHQ and the NSA, which was recently discovered infiltrating Belgian telecommunications provider Belgacom. Technical glitches provide a moment of levity as the hosts investigate why Bluetooth headsets clip audio during silent gaps caused by aggressive digital noise gates. The production year kicks off with a knighting ceremony for Sir Ass Crack and a deep dive into the 'Sacred Texts' of global banking, specifically Carroll Quigley’s Tragedy and Hope. The show concludes with a toast to the surveillance state and a critique of the 'enhance' trope in CBS procedurals like Scorpion. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/transcript.md. ### 1. Austin New Year's Eve Party, Texas Socialites (0:00–9:34) A host describes attending a New Year's Eve party at a mansion in West Lake Hills, Austin, featuring guests from West Texas who have profited from fracking land rights. The gathering included numerous registered nurses and featured a private, low-altitude fireworks display. The host notes a demure mood among some attendees due to falling oil prices affecting local businesses like drilling pipe companies. Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), west lake hills, [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [socialites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/socialites.md), registered nurses, [fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Turducken Origins, Louisiana Culinary Traditions (9:35–14:53) The discussion centers on the turducken, a dish consisting of a deboned chicken stuffed into a deboned duck, which is then stuffed into a deboned turkey. While popularized by NFL announcer John Madden, the dish is attributed to New Orleans surgeon Dr. Gerald R. LaNassa. Historical precedents for multi-bird roasts are explored, including the "Roti Sans-Pareil" from 1807 which featured seventeen different birds. Keywords: turducken, [louisiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louisiana.md), john madden, culinary history, multi-bird roast, dr. gerald lanassa [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Oyster Consumption Habits, Pacific Northwest Seafood (14:54–16:33) A brief discussion on the optimal timing for eating oysters notes that the French consider January the best month for consumption. A personal travel rule is shared regarding the avoidance of seafood, particularly oysters and shrimp, while traveling to prevent foodborne illness, suggesting overcooked beef as a safer alternative. Keywords: [oysters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oysters.md), [seafood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seafood.md), [pacific northwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pacific-northwest.md), [food safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-safety.md), travel rules [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Jason Riley, Black Criminality Narrative (16:34–21:26) Wall Street Journal editorial board member Jason Riley is featured discussing racial politics and the narrative surrounding police shootings. Riley argues that the focus on police incidents in Ferguson and elsewhere ignores the impact of non-police homicide rates within the black community. He criticizes President Obama, Eric Holder, and Al Sharpton for utilizing identity politics rather than addressing behavioral drivers of negative perceptions. Keywords: jason riley, [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), [identity politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-politics.md), [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), black crime rates [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Ben Carson, Uncle Tom Label Controversy (21:27–26:37) Retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson addresses being labeled an "Uncle Tom" by media figures like Touré. Carson references Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel to argue that the label is misapplied to him, as he is not being subservient to the prevailing political establishment. The hosts analyze how the term is used by progressives to marginalize black conservatives who deviate from the mainstream narrative. Keywords: [ben carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-carson.md), touré, uncle tom's cabin, harriet beecher stowe, [political labels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-labels.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Times Square New Year's History, MTV 1987 Memories (26:38–32:13) The hosts compare modern, corporate-sponsored New Year's Eve celebrations in Times Square to the "grungy" atmosphere of the 1980s. One host recalls a 1987 live broadcast for MTV featuring Paul Reiser, describing a time when the area was filled with sex shops and lacked the current "Disneyland" feel of rubberized tiles and heavy security cordons. Keywords: [times square](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/times-square.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), paul reiser, [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [1987](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1987.md), [nivea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nivea.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Backpack Etiquette, Airplane Passenger Frustrations (32:15–37:35) A critique of modern travel etiquette focuses on passengers who wear large backpacks on airplanes, often hitting seated passengers while navigating the aisles. The hosts express frustration with "drunk hunchbacks" who refuse to remove their bags or check them, also touching on the absurdity of fanny packs and small decorative backpacks seen in urban environments. Keywords: [backpacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backpacks.md), [air travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-travel.md), [tsa precheck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa-precheck.md), [etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etiquette.md), [roller bags](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roller-bags.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Lithuania Eurozone Entry, Greek Economic Crisis (37:36–40:31) Lithuania's official entry into the Eurozone on January 1, 2015, is discussed as a move for geopolitical protection against Russia. Simultaneously, the economic situation in Greece is examined following the dissolution of parliament and the call for snap elections. The hosts debate the failure of IMF-imposed austerity measures and the potential return of the drachma. Keywords: [lithuania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lithuania.md), [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [austerity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austerity.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [snap election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snap-election.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/8.md) ### 9. European VAT Law Changes, Digital Economy Impact (40:32–46:56) New European Union VAT regulations taking effect on January 1, 2015, require merchants to collect and report sales tax based on the customer's location rather than the seller's. A KPMG promotional video outlines the compliance nightmare for small businesses, who must now navigate varying tax rates across all member states. The hosts characterize the "One Stop Shop" scheme as a burden designed to favor giant corporations. Keywords: [vat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vat.md), [kpmg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kpmg.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), digital sales, [tax compliance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-compliance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/9.md) ### 10. No Agenda Art, Executive Producer Credits (46:56–50:10) The hosts thank artist Martin JJ for the show's cover art featuring Kim Jong-un on the Walk of Fame. They acknowledge the start of the 2015 production year and introduce the first batch of executive producers for the New Year's Day episode, emphasizing the show's "Value-for-Value" model. Keywords: [martin jj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-jj.md), [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [podcast art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Bluetooth Audio Bugs, Digital Noise Gates (50:22–53:24) A technical discussion addresses a bug where Bluetooth devices go into sleep mode during silent gaps in the podcast. This occurs because the show's digital noise gate drops the signal to absolute zero, triggering battery-saving features in headsets that then clip the first word of the next sentence. The hosts discuss potential workarounds, such as mixing in a low-level "comfort noise" signal. Keywords: [bluetooth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bluetooth.md), [noise gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noise-gate.md), digital signal, [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md), battery saver [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Knighting Ceremony, Producer Donations (53:26–1:00:56) The hosts conduct a knighting ceremony for high-tier donors, including "Sir Ass Crack" from Lake Geneva and brothers Steven Fettig and Ramsey Cain. They discuss the logistics of physical CD distribution and the "No Agenda" archive, while acknowledging various producers who have reached the level of knighthood through cumulative donations. Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), sir asscrack, [ramsey cain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ramsey-cain.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Job Karma, Birth Announcements (1:00:57–1:05:44) The hosts distribute "job karma" to listeners seeking employment and "hot chick karma" via a link to a Raven video. They celebrate the birth of a new "human resource," Emma, born to a producer in Portugal, and discuss the "excruciating pain" of childbirth as a reason for the survival of the human race. Keywords: [job karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/job-karma.md), [raven](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raven.md), emma, [childbirth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childbirth.md), [producer notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producer-notes.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Dammit Janet, December Birthday Struggles (1:05:45–1:09:03) A donor is dubbed "Dammit Janet of Transylvania and the Louisiana Purchase." The conversation shifts to the plight of "December babies" who receive a single gift for both Christmas and their birthday. One host shares a story about a sister born on New Year's Eve in 1967 Uganda, describing the traumatic hospital experience during a chaotic night in Africa. Keywords: dammit janet, [louisiana purchase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louisiana-purchase.md), [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), 1967, [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/14.md) ### 15. 101st Airborne Ebola Division, Bitchit.com (1:09:10–1:11:58) A producer from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, mentions the 101st Airborne's involvement in Ebola relief efforts. The hosts briefly discuss the missed opportunity to register the domain "bitchit.com" as a parody of Bitcoin, noting that most "chit" related domains are already taken. Keywords: [101st airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/101st-airborne.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [fort campbell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-campbell.md), bitchit.com, [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Megatron Man, Mac and Cheese Karma (1:12:01–1:17:41) A listener recalls laughing in a grocery store at a clip of "Megatron Man" mocking a selfie girl. Another anecdote involves "No Agenda Karma" manifesting at a Gordon Ramsay restaurant, where a listener found a wire fragment in their mac and cheese, resulting in a free $300 meal for the table. Keywords: megatron man, [gordon ramsay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gordon-ramsay.md), [mac and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mac-and-cheese.md), kobe steak, wire fragment [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/16.md) ### 17. AirAsia Flight 8501, Cumulonimbus Cloud Dangers (1:17:44–1:26:08) The disappearance of AirAsia Flight 8501 is analyzed, with a focus on the meteorological dangers of cumulonimbus clouds. One host, a pilot, explains that these clouds can drive an aircraft into the ground or shoot it into space, suggesting the pilot's decision to enter the storm was catastrophic. They also critique CNN's coverage and Richard Quest's reporting style during aviation disasters. Keywords: [airasia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airasia.md), flight 8501, [richard quest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-quest.md), [cumulonimbus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cumulonimbus.md), [aviation safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md), [black box](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-box.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Methamphetamine vs. Adderall, WWII Benzedrine (1:26:08–1:27:45) A discussion on the chemical similarities between methamphetamine and prescription Adderall leads to a historical look at amphetamine use. The hosts note that "Benny's" (Benzedrine) were distributed like candy to Navy gunners during World War II to keep them alert, comparing the jumpy side effects to modern "tweaking." Keywords: [methamphetamine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/methamphetamine.md), [adderall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adderall.md), [benzedrine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benzedrine.md), [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md), [amphetamines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amphetamines.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Liberty's Kids, 2010 Terrorist Attack Prediction (1:27:48–1:32:01) The hosts revisit a 2010 Senate Intelligence Committee hearing where Senator Dianne Feinstein asked officials about the likelihood of a terrorist attack within six months. They analyze the responses from Dennis Blair, Leon Panetta, and Robert Mueller, characterizing their "certain" predictions as a tactic to maintain public fear without providing specific evidence. Keywords: [liberty's kids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberty-s-kids.md), [dianne feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dianne-feinstein.md), [dennis blair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dennis-blair.md), [leon panetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-panetta.md), 2010 hearing [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Strait of Hormuz, 2012 Iran War Scare (1:32:02–1:34:51) A look back at January 2012 highlights the media-driven fear that Iran would close the Strait of Hormuz, potentially crippling the global oil supply. Judith Miller is featured warning of an escalation into full-blown military conflict. The hosts dismiss these past alarms as "bullcrap" designed to keep the public agitated. Keywords: [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [judith miller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/judith-miller.md), [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [act of war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/act-of-war.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Word of the Year, Jake Gyllenhaal (1:34:51–1:37:07) The hosts play a clip of actor Jake Gyllenhaal repeatedly using the word "amazing" during an interview. They mock the overuse of the word in Hollywood and debate whether "selfie" or "amazing" truly defines the current linguistic era. Keywords: jake gyllenhaal, [word of the year](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/word-of-the-year.md), [amazing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazing.md), [golden globes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-globes.md), [selfie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/selfie.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Kim Jong-un, North-South Korea Peace Talks (1:37:08–1:38:28) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's New Year's speech expressing openness to peace talks with South Korea is discussed. The hosts suggest that actual reunification would be "bad for sales" for the global military-industrial complex, which relies on regional tension to sell hardware to Japan and the Philippines. Keywords: [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [reunification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reunification.md), [arms sales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arms-sales.md), [shinzo abe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shinzo-abe.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Norse Corp, Sony Hack Attribution Debate (1:38:29–1:49:00) The FBI's attribution of the Sony hack to North Korea is challenged by cybersecurity firm Norse Corp, which suggests an insider was involved. The hosts deconstruct Norse Corp's board of directors—noting connections to the DOD and the music industry—and mock their "IPViking" live attack map as a flashy sales tool designed to scare unsophisticated clients. Keywords: norse corp, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [sony hack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-hack.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), dark viking, ip viking [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Sony Recovery, US-PER-2 News Organization (1:49:01–1:52:03) Details emerge regarding Sony's manual recovery process, including the use of old BlackBerrys and dot-matrix printers to cut paper checks. The FBI has reportedly warned an unnamed news organization, code-named "US-PER-2," that they may be the next target of the "Guardians of Peace" hackers. Keywords: [sony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), phone tree, dot matrix, [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Port 8009, Tomcat Manager Exploits (1:52:04–1:55:05) A technical dive into common server exploits focuses on Port 8009, the default for the Apache JServe protocol and Tomcat manager interface. The hosts discuss how unsophisticated "probed attacks" often target these known vulnerabilities, alongside Microsoft's Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) on Port 3389. Keywords: port 8009, tomcat, apache jserve, rdp, [cyber security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Regin Malware, Belgacom Hack (1:55:05–2:02:52) The "Regin" (or "Regen") malware framework is identified as a highly sophisticated spying tool likely operated by US and British intelligence (GCHQ). The malware was famously discovered within the systems of Belgian telecommunications provider Belgacom. Symantec reports that the tool uses a five-stage attack process to monitor targets in the energy, research, and hospitality sectors. Keywords: regin, belgacom, [symantec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symantec.md), [kaspersky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaspersky.md), [gchq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gchq.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/26.md) ### 27. No Agenda Sacred Texts, Tragedy and Hope (2:02:52–2:09:20) The hosts enumerate the "Sacred Texts" of the No Agenda show, including *Confessions of an Economic Hitman* by John Perkins and *Family of Secrets* by Russ Baker. A major focus is placed on Carroll Quigley's *Tragedy and Hope*, a 1,300-page history of the world that details the operations of the Federal Reserve and global banking systems. Keywords: [carroll quigley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carroll-quigley.md), [russ baker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russ-baker.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [neil postman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-postman.md), [economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Bill McKibben, 2014 Hottest Year Claims (2:09:22–2:12:53) Environmentalist Bill McKibben claims 2014 was the hottest calendar year on record, citing irreversible melts in the West Antarctic ice sheet. The hosts contrast this with the "Polar Vortex" news from the previous year and mock media portrayals of residents in Jasper, Alabama, struggling with extreme cold. Keywords: [bill mckibben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-mckibben.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), jasper alabama, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Gun Culture, Gender Politics in Media (2:12:53–2:17:07) An anecdote about an Australian woman's fear of Texas gun culture leads to a discussion on how political parties market themselves. The hosts argue that Democrats position themselves as the "safe" and "touchy-feely" party to appeal to maternal instincts, while criticizing MSNBC for failing to use ridicule effectively in their programming. Keywords: [guns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guns.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md), [gender politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-politics.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/29.md) ### 30. TV Science Tropes, Scorpion Viewership (2:17:07–2:20:26) The hosts mock the "enhance" trope in procedural dramas, specifically a clip from *Bones* involving a fictional Library of Congress font database. Despite the "idiotic" science, the show *Scorpion* is noted for its high viewership, pulling in over 10 million viewers on CBS. Keywords: [bones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bones.md), [scorpion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scorpion.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [library of congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/library-of-congress.md), [tv ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tv-ratings.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Procurement Poem, Regional Pronunciations (2:20:29–2:28:20) A listener in government procurement shares a rhyming poem about the legal restrictions on accepting holiday gifts. This sparks a debate on the pronunciation of "poem" versus "pome" and a challenge for the host to pronounce "milk," "Illinois," and "pillow" in a Chicago regional accent. Keywords: [procurement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/procurement.md), [poem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poem.md), [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md), [milk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milk.md), chicago style [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Global Producer Roll Call, Job Karma (2:28:21–2:33:53) The hosts read a final list of producers from around the world, including donors from Sydney, Munich, and Johannesburg. They grant "job karma" to several listeners starting new positions in early January and thank the "anonymous lesbian" for her continued support. 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