# Cyber Caliphate

> Diplomatic blunders in Paris and a push for anti-encryption laws take center stage as the FBI faces new allegations of entrapment in a domestic terror plot.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 687
- **Published:** 2015-01-15
- **Length:** 3h
- **Topics:** [Cyber Caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-caliphate.md), [Charlie Hebdo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-hebdo.md), Encryption ban, FBI entrapment, [Clinton Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), Stingray devices
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate

## About this episode

The White House issued a formal apology this week after President Obama and high-ranking officials failed to attend the Paris unity rally following the Charlie Hebdo attacks. Secretary of State John Kerry attempted to repair the diplomatic rift with a visit to France, though critics noted his French language skills were less fluent than advertised. The administration's absence is being characterized as a significant political gaffe that left the United States out of the loop during a major global event.

In the wake of the shootings, UK Prime Minister David Cameron proposed a ban on encrypted communications, arguing that a modern liberal democracy should have no safe spaces for terrorists. Meanwhile, the FBI arrested 20-year-old Christopher Lee Cornell in Ohio for an alleged plot against the U.S. Capitol, though his father told Anderson Cooper that an informant coerced the youth into the scheme. Across the Atlantic, investigations into Amedy Coulibaly revealed he likely obtained automatic weapons from a Belgian arms dealer before the kosher market attack.

General Martin Dempsey outlined a military away-game strategy stretching from Nigeria to China while media outlets like NBC and Sky News opted to self-censor the latest Charlie Hebdo covers. On the domestic front, President Obama visited Cedar Falls, Iowa, to promote municipal broadband, using an iPad to compare American internet speeds unfavorably to those in Seoul and Tokyo. The episode concludes with a look at the Clinton Foundation's controversial role in Haiti five years after the earthquake.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/transcript.md.

### 1. Introduction, Chemtrails in Austin and Silicon Valley (0:00–0:58)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 687 of No Agenda on January 15, 2015. They discuss the weather conditions in Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley, noting the presence of vapor trails in the sky. The hosts briefly debate the nature of chemtrails versus standard condensation trails.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [chemtrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemtrails.md), condensation trails

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Charlie Hebdo Attack, Mossad Conspiracy Theories and Modernity Meme (0:58–4:23)

The discussion centers on the Charlie Hebdo shooting in Paris and emerging conspiracy theories suggesting Mossad involvement. Observations are made regarding inconsistencies in video footage, such as a shooter losing a shoe and the lack of police presence. The narrative explores the "modernity" meme as a code for religious tensions and questions the attackers' motives given that religious materials were left untouched.

Keywords: [charlie hebdo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-hebdo.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md), [prophet muhammad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prophet-muhammad.md), modernity, [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Paris Unity Rally, White House Absence and Gaffe Apologies (4:24–9:45)

The White House issued a rapid apology for failing to send a high-ranking official to the unity rally in Paris following the Charlie Hebdo attacks. Analysis suggests the photo of world leaders was a staged event separate from the main crowds. Press Secretary Josh Earnest and other officials admitted the administration "messed up" by only sending the U.S. Ambassador to France.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), unity rally, [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/3.md)

### 4. John Kerry, French Language Skills and Diplomatic Gaffes (9:45–12:02)

Secretary of State John Kerry attempted to repair diplomatic relations with France following the U.S. absence from the Paris march. Critics noted that Kerry's French language skills appeared less fluent than previously advertised during his public statements. The administration's failure to attend the march is characterized as a significant political gaffe and a sign of being out of the loop.

Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), diplomatic gaffe, [photo op](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photo-op.md), [french language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/french-language.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/4.md)

### 5. MSNBC Coverage, Anti-Semitism in France and Jamie Kirchick (12:02–15:17)

MSNBC and other media outlets shifted focus toward anti-Semitism in France following the attack on a kosher grocery store. Jamie Kirchick of the Foreign Policy Initiative appeared on several networks to argue that Islamists have been at war with Jews for decades. The segment highlights the use of prepared graphics and talking points to emphasize the dangers facing Jewish people in Europe.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), jamie kirchick, [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), kosher market, [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Jimmy Carter, Palestinian Conflict and Netanyahu Election Strategy (15:18–17:29)

Former President Jimmy Carter linked the Paris attacks to the ongoing Palestinian-Israeli conflict and the lack of a two-state solution. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's presence at the Paris march is viewed as a strategic move to bolster his standing in the upcoming Israeli elections. Analysts suggest the events provided Netanyahu with a platform to lead in the polls by positioning himself as a protector of Jews.

Keywords: [jimmy carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-carter.md), [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [elections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elections.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Libération Newspaper, Rothschild Ownership and Media Connections (17:29–19:45)

The French newspaper Libération, which hosted Charlie Hebdo staff after the shooting, is noted for its ownership ties to the Rothschild family. Baron Édouard de Rothschild acquired a significant stake in the publication in 2005. The history of the paper, founded by Jean-Paul Sartre, is reviewed in the context of its shift from extreme left-wing roots to its current corporate structure.

Keywords: libération, [rothschild](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rothschild.md), [charlie hebdo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-hebdo.md), jean-paul sartre, [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/7.md)

### 8. European Anti-Islam Protests, Geert Wilders and PEGIDA Rallies (19:46–22:55)

Anti-Islam sentiment rose across Europe following the Paris attacks, with Geert Wilders gaining popularity in the Netherlands and PEGIDA holding large rallies in Dresden, Germany. Approximately 25,000 people attended a protest in Dresden against the perceived "Islamization" of the West. Chancellor Angela Merkel countered these movements by stating that Islam is a part of Germany, leading to a "battle of numbers" between pro- and anti-immigration demonstrators.

Keywords: [geert wilders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geert-wilders.md), [dresden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dresden.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), pegida, [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Al-Qaeda in Yemen, Richard Engel and Boycott Calls (22:56–26:37)

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) claimed responsibility for the Charlie Hebdo attack in a 12-minute video featuring a spokesperson with a suspicious-looking beard. NBC's Richard Engel reported on the rivalry between ISIS and Al-Qaeda as the latter seeks a "comeback." The video notably called for a boycott of Western products, a tactic the hosts compare to the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel.

Keywords: [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), [richard engel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-engel.md), [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boycott.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Amedy Coulibaly, Belgian Arms Dealers and Terrorist Logistics (26:39–28:23)

Investigations into the Paris attacks revealed that Amedy Coulibaly likely obtained automatic weapons from a Belgian arms dealer who later surrendered to police. Coulibaly's accomplice, Hayat Boumeddiene, reportedly fled to Istanbul before disappearing into Syria. The segment details the logistics of the kosher market attack and the ongoing search for related suspects.

Keywords: amedy coulibaly, [belgium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belgium.md), [arms dealing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arms-dealing.md), kosher market, [istanbul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/istanbul.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/10.md)

### 11. UN Resolutions, Radicalization and Internet Censorship (28:23–29:50)

World leaders issued a joint statement citing UN Security Council Resolutions 1377 and 2178 to justify increased monitoring of the internet. The statement, supported by officials like Eric Holder, calls for a partnership with internet providers to swiftly report and remove material that incites hatred. Critics argue this framework is a move toward global internet censorship under the guise of fighting radicalization.

Keywords: [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md), internet providers

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/11.md)

### 12. David Cameron, Encryption Bans and National Security (29:50–33:34)

UK Prime Minister David Cameron proposed legislation to ban encrypted communications that the government cannot access, even with a warrant. Cameron argued that there should be no "safe space" for terrorists to communicate and that the first duty of government is to keep people safe. The hosts criticize this stance as an infringement on constitutional liberties and a threat to modern privacy.

Keywords: [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Media Self-Censorship, Charlie Hebdo Covers and Glenn Beck (33:34–36:39)

Major news networks, including NBC and Sky News, made editorial decisions not to show the latest Charlie Hebdo covers, citing them as too provocative. Glenn Beck criticized the media for failing to label the attacks as "Islamic extremism" while simultaneously calling the cartoons "slanderous." The segment highlights the tension between freedom of expression and the media's fear of offending religious groups.

Keywords: [charlie hebdo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-hebdo.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [sky news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sky-news.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Global Muslim Reactions, Blasphemy Laws and Media Constructs (36:40–39:44)

Official reactions from Iran and Indonesia condemned the Charlie Hebdo cartoons as a misuse of freedom of expression and a provocation against Islam. Despite these official stances, the hosts argue that the idea of "all Muslims being offended" is a media construct. They suggest the narrative of a "civil war in Islam" is being pushed by Western media to further dissociate and radicalize communities.

Keywords: [indonesia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indonesia.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [blasphemy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blasphemy.md), [freedom of expression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-of-expression.md), media construct

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Christopher Lee Cornell, FBI Entrapment and Homegrown Terror (39:45–44:30)

The FBI arrested 20-year-old Christopher Lee Cornell in Ohio for an alleged plot to attack the U.S. Capitol with pipe bombs and rifles. Media reports emphasized that Cornell was "inspired" by ISIS and the deceased cleric Anwar al-Awlaki. The hosts analyze the case as a potential instance of FBI entrapment, where a confidential informant may have coerced an impressionable youth into a plot he could not have executed alone.

Keywords: christopher lee cornell, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [entrapment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entrapment.md), [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Parental Statements, Anderson Cooper and FBI Coercion (44:30–49:02)

Christopher Lee Cornell's parents gave conflicting statements regarding their son's arrest, with his mother condemning ISIS "brainwashing" and his father telling Anderson Cooper that the FBI set his son up. The father claimed an FBI informant befriended his son and provided the money used to purchase weapons. The segment highlights the role of the FBI in "recruiting" through informants rather than simply policing existing threats.

Keywords: [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [brainwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brainwashing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/16.md)

### 17. FBI Tactics, Funding Requests and the Six-Week Cycle (49:02–53:00)

The discussion critiques the FBI's practice of using "sales guys" to egg on potential radicals to boost arrest numbers and secure more government funding. The hosts suggest that instead of arresting these individuals after providing them with weapons, law enforcement should intervene earlier to provide guidance. They also reference a "six-week cycle" of terror-related news events designed to maintain public fear.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [entrapment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entrapment.md), [law enforcement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/law-enforcement.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Rudy Giuliani, Lone Wolf Attacks and Surveillance Funding (53:00–57:41)

Rudy Giuliani and Anderson Cooper discussed the difficulty of tracking "lone wolf" terrorists who may not have a significant social media profile. Giuliani argued for more resources and money for local police to monitor these threats, citing the 2005 London bombings and the Mumbai attacks as precedents. The hosts characterize Giuliani's rhetoric as a scam to funnel more taxpayer money into the military-industrial complex.

Keywords: [rudy giuliani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rudy-giuliani.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [lone wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-wolf.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/18.md)

### 19. White House Briefing, Radical Islam Terminology and Legitimacy (57:41–59:31)

A White House briefing revealed the administration's refusal to use the term "radical Islam" when describing the Paris attacks, opting instead for "warped view" or "deviant view." Officials argued that using the religious label would provide "illegitimate justification" for the violence. The hosts discuss how this linguistic choice is a point of contention for critics who believe the administration is downplaying the religious nature of the threat.

Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [radical islam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radical-islam.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [terminology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terminology.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Jeanine Pirro, Fox News Rhetoric and "Kill Them" Evergreen (59:32–1:03:38)

Judge Jeanine Pirro delivered a viral rant on Fox News calling for the total destruction of radical Muslim terrorists, stating, "We need to kill them." Pirro suggested arming moderate Muslims to do the job and then "looking the other way." The hosts mock the extreme nature of her punditry, isolating her calls to "bomb them" as "instant classics" of hyperbolic media.

Keywords: [jeanine pirro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeanine-pirro.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [radical islam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radical-islam.md), [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md), [punditry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/punditry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/20.md)

### 21. General Martin Dempsey, Sibilance and Military Strategy (1:03:39–1:07:01)

General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discussed the "away game" strategy of the U.S. military against radical extremism stretching from Nigeria to China. The hosts note the distracting "sibilance" in Dempsey's speech and critique his vague descriptions of "suites of capabilities." Dempsey acknowledged that groups like ISIS are rebranding existing radical ideologies to gain influence.

Keywords: [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), sibilance, [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [military strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-strategy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/21.md)

### 22. School Bullying, Terrorist Labels and Media Influence on Children (1:07:01–1:08:20)

An anecdote from a traveler in Colorado describes how children in ESL classes are being bullied and called "terrorists" by their peers due to media influence. The hosts argue that the constant barrage of terror-related news is brainwashing innocent children and creating a culture of exclusion. They characterize this behavior as a form of media-driven bullying that goes largely unaddressed.

Keywords: [bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullying.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), esl, [brainwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brainwashing.md), [children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/children.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/22.md)

### 23. No Agenda Producers, Artwork and Executive Producer Christopher Wolfe (1:08:28–1:12:10)

Adam and John thank the producers and artists of No Agenda, specifically mentioning the work at NoArtGenerator.com. Christopher Wolfe of Mooresville, Indiana, is named the Executive Producer for the episode following a significant donation. The hosts discuss a missing CD sent by Wolfe and provide a new P.O. Box address for future correspondence.

Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), christopher wolfe, [podcast art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Anniversary Donations, Dame Bang Bang and Hassan Maynard (1:12:11–1:14:09)

Sir D.H. Slammer donated $214.33 to commemorate his 14th wedding anniversary with Dame Bang Bang, taking advantage of a Valentine's Day double associate producership offer. Another $214 donation came from Hassan Maynard in Bayshore, New York, though his note was cut short. The hosts grant "karma" to the donors and celebrate the diverse attributes of the No Agenda "Gitmo Nation."

Keywords: dame bang bang, [anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anniversary.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md), [valentine's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valentine-s-day.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Cybersecurity Conference, Sony Hack Skepticism and Data Sharing (1:14:28–1:16:46)

A listener who attended the International Conference on Cybersecurity reports that officials like James Comey and James Clapper only took pre-screened questions regarding the Sony hack. The attendee noted that a room full of security admins remained skeptical of the evidence linking the hack to North Korea. The segment highlights the one-sided nature of government "information sharing" with the private sector.

Keywords: [sony hack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-hack.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/25.md)

### 26. No Agenda QSO Party 2015, Ham Radio and Contributor Points (1:16:46–1:19:50)

The No Agenda QSO Party 2015 is announced for January 30th through February 1st, encouraging ham radio operators to connect and share their contributor status. Participants earn points based on the rank of the person they contact, with "Creators" Adam and John worth the most points. The hosts discuss the rules for signal reports and the inclusion of various titles like Knight, Baron, and Duke in the Morse code exchanges.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [qso party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso-party.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Bob Baer, Airport Security and Heightened Vigilance (1:19:56–1:23:58)

Former CIA officer Bob Baer appeared on CNN to discuss the threat of "rudimentary" bombs in airport security lines, a scenario the hosts claim has been discussed for years without actually occurring. The media narrative is currently focused on a "heightened state of vigilance" following the release of a new Inspire Magazine. The hosts mock the use of vague terms like "heightened concern" by reporters like Pamela Brown.

Keywords: [bob baer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-baer.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [airport security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md), [inspire magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inspire-magazine.md), [vigilance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vigilance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Self-Recruitment, Islamic Knowledge and "Volcanoes of Jihad" (1:23:58–1:26:31)

Bob Baer argued that many recent attackers are "self-recruited" and lack a deep understanding of Islam or the Arabic language. Meanwhile, Secretary of State John Kerry was quoted warning about the "volcanoes of jihad" being ignited by ISIL leaders. The hosts find the dramatic terminology used by Kerry and the media to be "stupid" and indicative of scripted propaganda.

Keywords: [bob baer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-baer.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caliphate.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [jihad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jihad.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/28.md)

### 29. DHS Funding, Peter King and Immigration Leverage (1:26:31–1:29:42)

Representative Peter King used the Paris attacks to argue against Republican efforts to defund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as leverage against Obama's immigration policies. King claimed that cutting DHS funding during a "terrorist slaughter" would be a terrible juxtaposition. The hosts analyze this as a political maneuver to ensure DHS receives more money regardless of policy disputes.

Keywords: [peter king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-king.md), [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Terrorism Risk Insurance Act, Reauthorization and Taxpayer Liability (1:29:42–1:32:19)

President Obama signed H.R. 26, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2015, which keeps the government on the hook for up to $100 billion per terrorist event until 2020. The hosts discuss how insurance companies no longer cover terrorism, leaving taxpayers as the ultimate reinsurers. They reference Larry Silverstein's insurance claims after 9/11 as a precedent for the "scam" of government-backed insurance.

Keywords: trir, terrorism insurance, [larry silverstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-silverstein.md), taxpayer, [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Modern Liberal Democracy, Surveillance and App Conditioning (1:32:20–1:35:12)

David Cameron's assertion that eavesdropping is "absolutely right for a modern liberal democracy" is highlighted as a key quote. The hosts argue that the public is being conditioned to view the internet only through controlled apps like Facebook and Gmail, making them more susceptible to government monitoring. They suggest that while encryption can be outlawed, it remains a vital tool for those seeking to bypass state restrictions.

Keywords: [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [liberal democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberal-democracy.md), [internet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Phil Zimmermann, PGP and Dutch Phone Tapping (1:35:13–1:37:58)

The history of PGP creator Phil Zimmermann's harassment by law enforcement is recalled as a precursor to modern anti-encryption efforts. The Netherlands is noted as having the highest rate of phone taps per capita in the world, with Justice Minister Koen Geens seeking to expand these powers to include unencrypted WhatsApp messages. The hosts suggest these operations are often used for blackmail or gaining investment advantages.

Keywords: [phil zimmermann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phil-zimmermann.md), [pgp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pgp.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [phone tapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phone-tapping.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Glenn Beck, CENTCOM "Hack" and Cyber Vandalism (1:37:59–1:40:23)

Glenn Beck told his radio audience that "the Pentagon was hacked" after the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Twitter and YouTube accounts were defaced by a group calling itself the "Cyber Caliphate." The hosts clarify that this was merely "cyber vandalism" involving a compromised password, not a breach of secure military systems. They criticize Beck for spreading irresponsible misinformation to his listeners.

Keywords: [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [centcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/centcom.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [cyber caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-caliphate.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Bill Richardson, Cybersecurity Policy and Liability Protection (1:40:24–1:42:45)

Former Governor Bill Richardson advocated for a new cybersecurity policy that includes "liability protection" for private companies that share information with the government. Richardson argued that Arab and Muslim states must also cooperate to prevent breaches of national security information. The hosts view the push for liability protection as a way to shield corporations from lawsuits when they turn over user data.

Keywords: [bill richardson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-richardson.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md), [liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liability.md), [banks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/34.md)

### 35. CISPA 2015, Dutch Ruppersberger and Market Share Risks (1:42:46–1:47:34)

The Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) has returned in 2015, introduced by Representative Dutch Ruppersberger. The bill aims to create a new entity within the Department of Justice to facilitate the sharing of "cyber threat information" with liability immunity for participating companies. The hosts argue this will hurt American tech companies' overseas market share, as foreign customers will view them as conduits for U.S. intelligence.

Keywords: [cispa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cispa.md), [dutch ruppersberger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dutch-ruppersberger.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liability.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Ted Kaczynski, Autograph Market and the Unabomber Manifesto (1:47:36–1:50:17)

A discussion on the prescience of Ted Kaczynski's manifesto, "Industrial Society and Its Future," leads to a tangent about the high value of autographs from infamous criminals like Charles Manson. The hosts reflect on how Kaczynski, currently in prison without computer access, foresaw many of the technological issues currently facing society. They joke about the potential value of a signed copy of his manifesto.

Keywords: [ted kaczynski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-kaczynski.md), [unabomber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unabomber.md), [industrial society](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/industrial-society.md), autographs, [charles manson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-manson.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Credit Scores, Identity Theft and Weaponized Financial Data (1:50:17–1:52:48)

President Obama promoted a new initiative where banks like JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America provide customers with free access to their credit scores as a "weapon" against identity theft. The hosts argue that credit scores are not an effective early warning system for fraud and instead make people more dependent on financial rating systems. They characterize the promotion of these banks as a "scandalous" use of the presidency.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [credit scores](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-scores.md), [identity theft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-theft.md), [jpmorgan chase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jpmorgan-chase.md), [weaponization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weaponization.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Consumer Privacy Bill of Rights, Innovation and Government Overreach (1:52:48–1:55:13)

The administration proposed a "Consumer Privacy Bill of Rights" intended to give users more control over how companies collect and use their data. Obama framed the legislation as a way to protect privacy while ensuring industry can "keep innovating." The hosts view this as a move to regulate Silicon Valley and create a "baseline protection" that allows the government to interfere in private data management.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regulation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Student Digital Privacy Act, Tablets and Real-Time Tracking (1:55:14–1:57:36)

The "Student Digital Privacy Act" was introduced to prevent companies from using educational technology to collect student data for commercial purposes, such as targeted advertising. Obama highlighted the benefits of "innovative websites and apps" that allow parents to track student progress in real-time. The hosts express skepticism, suggesting this is part of a broader move toward codifying government and industry collusion in education.

Keywords: [student privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-privacy.md), [common core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), tablets, [data collection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-collection.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Ad Nauseam Browser Plugin, Obfuscation and Algorithm Sabotage (1:57:37–1:59:10)

One of the hosts describes using "Ad Nauseam," a browser plugin that works with Adblock to click on every ad in the background. This tactic is intended to "befuddle" tracking algorithms by inundating them with bad data, making it impossible to build an accurate profile of the user. The hosts advocate for this type of "destructive work" as a way to resist corporate surveillance.

Keywords: ad nauseam, adblock, browser plugin, [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/40.md)

### 41. FTC Speech, "Connected and Protected" Slogan and Cyber Threats (1:59:11–2:02:34)

During a speech at the FTC, President Obama introduced the slogan, "If we're going to be connected, then we need to be protected." He cited statistics claiming nine out of ten Americans feel they have lost control of their personal information due to major hacks. The hosts mock the simplistic prose of the slogan and the administration's use of fear regarding credit ratings to push for new cyber legislation.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [ftc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ftc.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [identity theft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-theft.md), [slogans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slogans.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Broadband Initiative, Cedar Falls and Municipal Internet (2:02:35–2:08:30)

President Obama visited Cedar Falls, Iowa, to promote faster broadband and municipal internet as a competitive advantage for U.S. cities. He compared U.S. speeds unfavorably to cities like Seoul and Tokyo, using an iPad to show a bar graph of download speeds. The hosts criticize the initiative as a push for government-regulated internet and note that Austin, Texas, which has very fast speeds, was omitted from the president's comparison.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [broadband](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadband.md), cedar falls, [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), municipal internet, [google fiber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-fiber.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Dirt Boxes, Stingray and "The Prophet" SIGINT Systems (2:08:31–2:13:19)

Detailed information from military and intelligence producers describes the use of "dirt boxes" (DRT) and "Stingray" devices for scooping up cell phone data from planes and vehicles. A former military member explains "The Prophet," a SIGINT system used in Afghanistan and Iraq for radio intercept and direction finding. The hosts discuss how these systems collect massive amounts of data, making them more useful for blackmail and "fact research" than immediate tactical action.

Keywords: dirt boxes, [stingray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stingray.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [sigint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sigint.md), the prophet, [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Kelly Ripa, Chocolate Tasting and Studio Audience Idiocy (2:13:19–2:15:50)

A clip from "Live with Kelly and Michael" features the hosts tasting stone-ground chocolate that reportedly has the "consistency of dirt." The studio audience applauds loudly as the hosts eat, which the No Agenda hosts find idiotic and representative of a public easily fooled by media distractions. They use the segment to contrast the triviality of daytime TV with the serious nature of the legislation they deconstruct.

Keywords: [kelly ripa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kelly-ripa.md), [michael strahan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-strahan.md), [chocolate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chocolate.md), studio audience, [daytime tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daytime-tv.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/44.md)

### 45. McDonald's Japan, Food Sanitation Scandals and Media Shilling (2:15:50–2:18:46)

McDonald's Japan is conducting nationwide sanitation checks after customers found foreign objects, including vinyl and plastic, in their food. The hosts note that this story is rarely reported in the U.S. because McDonald's is a major advertiser on broadcast networks. They emphasize that No Agenda's "value-for-value" model allows them to report on such scandals without fear of losing advertising revenue.

Keywords: [mcdonald's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-s.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [food safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-safety.md), [sanitation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanitation.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Birthday Shout-outs, Producer Notes and Dr. Kiki Request (2:18:46–2:24:53)

The hosts read a series of birthday shout-outs and notes from producers who donated to the show. Mentioned individuals include Christine Zachman, Derek Kimberley, and Mike Madaloni, who requested a clip from "Dr. Kiki." The segment also touches on a discussion about why time seems to move faster as people age, with the hosts dismissing the "percentage of life" theory as undocumented.

Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [dr. kiki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-kiki.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Chicago School Closures, Global Warming and Media Lies (2:24:53–2:27:24)

A producer from Chicago notes that schools were canceled due to extreme cold, leading to a discussion on the irony of "global warming" during a harsh winter. The hosts reiterate their criticism of media figures like Glenn Beck, whom they accuse of lying to the public about events like the "Pentagon hack." They argue that providing "real information" ensures listeners are not "voted off the island" by being misinformed.

Keywords: [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [school closures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-closures.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Knighting Ceremony, Sir Paul the Screw and "Agenda" Logic (2:27:25–2:31:15)

Paul Grove is knighted as "Sir Paul the Screw" in a traditional No Agenda ceremony. The hosts also share a humorous anecdote from a producer whose seven-year-old son associated the word "agenda" with "vagina" because he noticed only "boys" were on the show. The logic of the child is celebrated as a "cute" misunderstanding of the show's title and format.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), sir paul the screw, [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [vagina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vagina.md), [children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/children.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Disneyland Measles Outbreak, NBC vs. ABC and Network Wars (2:31:15–2:34:50)

NBC News reported on a measles outbreak at Disneyland, which the hosts interpret as a direct attack on ABC (owned by Disney). They suggest this breaks a "gentleman's agreement" where networks avoid criticizing each other's parent companies. The report by Brian Williams is seen as a potential opening shot in an "internecine war" between media conglomerates, possibly related to the Comcast-Time Warner merger.

Keywords: [measles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/measles.md), [disneyland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disneyland.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [abc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [brian williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-williams.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Nicotine Vaccine, Immune System Obfuscation and Liability (2:34:52–2:37:24)

Public radio reports on a "nicotine vaccine" that uses antibodies to prevent nicotine from reaching the brain's reward centers. The hosts argue that calling it a "vaccine" is a misnomer designed to shield the manufacturers from legal liability if something goes wrong. They compare this to other "vaccines" for non-communicable issues like weight loss or depression.

Keywords: [nicotine vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicotine-vaccine.md), [smoking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smoking.md), [antibodies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antibodies.md), [liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liability.md), [public radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-radio.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/50.md)

### 51. Haiti Earthquake Anniversary, Clinton Foundation and UN Cholera (2:37:24–2:39:38)

Five years after the Haiti earthquake, protesters in New York called out the Clinton Foundation for the perceived failure of aid efforts, noting that 100,000 people still live in tents. The hosts recount how billions in donations were funneled through the Clinton Global Initiative while the UN introduced a cholera outbreak to the island. They criticize the lack of accountability for the "stolen" relief funds.

Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [cholera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cholera.md), [protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protests.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/51.md)

### 52. James Holmes Trial, Aurora Shooting and Legal Insanity (2:39:38–2:46:30)

Jury selection began for the trial of James Holmes, the man accused of the 2012 Aurora movie theater shooting. Holmes pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, requiring prosecutors to prove he was legally sane at the time of the attack. The hosts discuss the "sketchy" details of the original event, including witness reports of multiple shooters, and note the high cost of the trial to Colorado taxpayers.

Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), legal insanity, jury selection

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/52.md)

### 53. Tsarnaev Video, ISIS Child Execution and Smith-Mundt Act (2:46:30–2:49:00)

The hosts discuss the lack of public video showing the Tsarnaev brothers planting bombs at the Boston Marathon and transition to a new ISIS video allegedly showing a young boy executing Russian spies. They attribute the ISIS video to the SITE Intelligence Group and characterize it as propaganda. The segment references the repeal of the Smith-Mundt Act as allowing for the "propagandizing" of the American public.

Keywords: [tsarnaev](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsarnaev.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [site intelligence group](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/site-intelligence-group.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/53.md)

### 54. Ukraine History, Monsanto Seeds and IMF Deals (2:49:00–2:51:34)

Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk made controversial statements in Germany, claiming the Soviet Union "invaded" Germany during WWII. Meanwhile, reports suggest the IMF's $17 billion loan to Ukraine includes a clause allowing Monsanto to expand the use of GMO seeds in the "breadbasket of Europe." The hosts view this as a corporate takeover of Ukrainian agriculture under the guise of economic aid.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [gmo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmo.md), [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/54.md)

### 55. EU Energy Union, Russian Gas and Phantom Words Experiment (2:51:34–2:54:31)

Russia informed the EU that it will shift its gas transit completely to Turkey, bypassing Ukraine and complicating the proposed EU "Energy Union." The hosts then conduct a "Phantom Words" audio experiment to demonstrate how the brain constructs meaning from random noise. They use the experiment to show how listeners can be influenced by what they are told they are hearing.

Keywords: [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [energy union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-union.md), phantom words, [psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychology.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/55.md)

### 56. ICC Convictions, Selfie Psychopathy and Show Outro (2:54:32–3:00:08)

The show concludes with a correction regarding the International Criminal Court's conviction record and a discussion on a study linking male selfies to psychopathic tendencies. The hosts argue the study is biased against men and that the same traits likely apply to women. They sign off with a tribute to producer Pete O'Rourke and a final call for "value-for-value" support.

Keywords: [international criminal court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-criminal-court.md), [selfies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/selfies.md), [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/56.md)

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