# Lowjistiks

> Washington insiders signal a generational conflict in the Middle East while the Clinton Foundation faces extortion allegations and student protesters revolt against the Common Core machine.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 703
- **Published:** 2015-03-12
- **Length:** 3h 9m
- **Topics:** Nuclear Iran, [Common Core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), [Clinton Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), ISIS Propaganda, Lumina Foundation, [Apple Watch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-watch.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks

## About this episode

Senator Dianne Feinstein and Secretary of State John Kerry are signaling a permanent shift in American foreign policy, advocating for an open-ended Authorization for Use of Military Force against ISIS. While Feinstein criticizes Benjamin Netanyahu’s congressional address as arrogant, the Obama administration is quietly positioning Iran as a necessary regional stabilizer to facilitate the removal of Bashar al-Assad in Syria. This geopolitical pivot suggests the nuclear deal’s centrifuge limits are intentionally calibrated to allow for a breakout capacity that serves broader Western interests.

Domestic narratives are increasingly dominated by FBI sting operations, such as the arrest of Christopher Cornell, which critics argue are manufactured cycles designed to justify surveillance spending. In the education sector, student walkouts in New Jersey are challenging the Common Core and PARCC testing infrastructure funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Meanwhile, the Lumina Foundation is operating as a billion-dollar investment vehicle for elites under the guise of increasing college graduation rates. Financial data reveals executive compensation at these non-profits reaching $700,000 annually while students are funneled into a lifelong debt cycle through the new Student Aid Bill of Rights.

Technical discrepancies in ISIS execution videos suggest professional studio production rather than organic battlefield footage, with ballistics experts noting a lack of recoil in Glock 21 demonstrations. Adam Curry reports from Rotterdam on the breakdown of social order in the Netherlands as train conductors face increasing assaults. The show also explores the health risks of the Apple Watch launch and the bizarre trend of McDonald’s adding kale to its menu to capture the superfood market.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/transcript.md.

### 1. Adam Curry Rotterdam Report, Lex and Iranian Marriage Anecdote (0:00–3:50)

Adam Curry reports from Rotterdam, Netherlands, discussing his transition back to the region and his stay at the country house of his friend Lex. He mentions a report in The Telegraph regarding his personal life before detailing an anecdote about Lex's marriage to an Iranian woman. The couple reportedly underwent an Islamic marriage ceremony in the Netherlands to facilitate travel to Iran, where they would otherwise be prohibited from sharing a hotel room.

Keywords: [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), lex, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [jet lag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jet-lag.md), [the telegraph](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-telegraph.md), islam marriage

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/1.md)

### 2. US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations, Mike Morrell Centrifuge Analysis (3:51–5:58)

A source from Iran suggests that the United States may actually want Iran to possess a nuclear weapon to assist with regional stability in Syria. Former CIA Deputy Director Mike Morrell is cited regarding the irony of limiting Iran to 5,000 centrifuges, a number sufficient for a weapons program but insufficient for a power program. This analysis suggests the nuclear deal's parameters may be intentionally designed to allow for a breakout capacity.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [nuclear deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-deal.md), [mike morrell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-morrell.md), [centrifuges](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/centrifuges.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), nuke, [geopolitics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geopolitics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Iranian New Year, Ta'idik Rice Cooking Technique (5:59–7:37)

The discussion shifts to the Iranian New Year, Noorooz, occurring on March 31, 1393, in the Persian calendar. A detailed description of Ta'idik is provided, which is a traditional Iranian cooking method where basmati rice and saffron are prepared so the bottom layer becomes crispy and slightly burnt. The hosts compare this to their own methods of preparing rice.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), noorooz, ta'idik, [basmati rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/basmati-rice.md), [saffron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saffron.md), [cooking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cooking.md), [new year](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-year.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Dianne Feinstein, Perpetual War and Military Authorization (7:38–10:35)

Senator Dianne Feinstein appeared on Meet the Press, expressing a pessimistic view that the fight against ISIS and Al-Qaeda will continue for generations. She advocated for a new resolution to authorize the use of military force without a time limit, removing "weasel words" that constrain the executive branch. This stance is characterized as a green light for the military-industrial complex.

Keywords: [dianne feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dianne-feinstein.md), [meet the press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meet-the-press.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [aumf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aumf.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Iranian Military Role in Syria, Assad Regime Removal (10:35–12:41)

The Iranian military is taking a major leadership role in regional conflicts, led by a high-profile general. Secretary of State John Kerry and Senator Dianne Feinstein suggest that cooperation from Russia and Iran is essential to removing Bashar al-Assad from power in Syria. The nuclear agreement is framed as a diplomatic tool to facilitate this broader geopolitical shift and protect against a nuclear breakout.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [nuclear agreement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-agreement.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Benjamin Netanyahu Congress Speech, Logan Act Controversy (12:42–14:50)

Senator Dianne Feinstein criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress, calling his attempt to trash the nuclear agreement before its completion "humiliating" and "arrogant." The discussion touches on whether Republican senators violated the Logan Act by sending a letter to Iranian leadership. It is noted that the Logan Act is rarely applied and its relevance to this diplomatic friction is debated.

Keywords: [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [dianne feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dianne-feinstein.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [logan act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logan-act.md), [republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republicans.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/6.md)

### 7. John Kerry, ISIS Recruitment and Kinetic Activities (14:51–17:34)

Secretary of State John Kerry claims the U.S. could "knock out" ISIS quickly but argues that aggressive military action serves as a recruitment tool for the group. He emphasizes the importance of a 62-nation coalition, including five Arab countries, engaged in "kinetic activities." The narrative suggests that ISIS desires a direct confrontation with the U.S. to bolster its growth.

Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [recruitment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recruitment.md), kinetic activity, [coalition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coalition.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/7.md)

### 8. ISIS Execution Videos, Glock 21 Technical Discrepancies (17:35–20:38)

An analysis of recent ISIS execution videos, including one featuring a young boy, suggests high production values and potential staging. A technical review by a producer identifies the weapon used as a Glock 21 chambered in .45 ACP, noting that the lack of exit debris and the child's lack of recoil response are inconsistent with actual ballistics. The videos are compared to professional studio productions rather than organic battlefield footage.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), glock 21, [video production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/video-production.md), [ballistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ballistics.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), search.nashownotes.com

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/8.md)

### 9. ISIS Anthem Music, All Quiet on the Western Front (20:39–24:52)

The ISIS anthem, "Dawlat al-Islam Qamat," is described as having a catchy, "Lion King" vibe that appeals to impressionable youth. This leads to a discussion of the film "All Quiet on the Western Front," which depicts the disillusionment of a German student recruited for World War I. The comparison highlights how music and propaganda are used to radicalize and recruit young people into military conflicts.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [anthem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthem.md), lion king, [recruitment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recruitment.md), all quiet on the western front, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Christopher Cornell FBI Sting, Local News Interview (24:52–32:52)

Christopher Cornell, an Ohio man arrested for a plot to attack the U.S. Capitol, gave an exclusive phone interview to a local TV station from jail. The interview is criticized as a poorly scripted "package" where Cornell appears to read lines provided by the FBI. Cornell admits the plot was a "mix" of his ideas and those of the FBI, fueling theories that the case was a manufactured sting operation.

Keywords: christopher cornell, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [entrapment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entrapment.md), [pipe bombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipe-bombs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Media Reporting Failures, FBI Counter-Intelligence Shifts (32:53–37:12)

The reporting on the Christopher Cornell case is cited as an example of the media's failure to ask basic technical questions about "encrypted messaging" and FBI involvement. There is speculation that personnel shifts within the FBI and CIA have led to less sophisticated counter-intelligence operations. The current "catch and release" or "sting" cycles are described as amateurish attempts to influence public perception.

Keywords: [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [cointelpro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cointelpro.md), encrypted messaging, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/11.md)

### 12. ISIS Domestic Threat Narrative, James Comey Criticism (37:13–43:41)

The narrative of ISIS "sleeper cells" in every U.S. state, including Ohio, is presented as an "epic fail" in terms of propaganda execution. FBI Director James Comey is criticized for the handling of these domestic terror narratives. The hosts argue that the government is intentionally shifting the focus to "self-radicalized" homegrown threats to justify ongoing surveillance and military spending.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), domestic threat

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Tax Day News Cycles, John Kerry Protester Response (43:41–46:50)

The hosts discuss the tendency for major news events to occur around April 15th (Tax Day), citing the Boston Marathon bombing as a past example. During a recent testimony, Secretary of State John Kerry responded directly to a Code Pink protester, which is described as a "rookie mistake." Kerry used the opportunity to pivot to a narrative about beheaded journalists and "freedom fighters" in Jordan.

Keywords: [tax day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-day.md), [boston bombing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-bombing.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [code pink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/code-pink.md), [protest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protest.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Religious War Narrative, ISIS and Nazi Comparisons (46:51–49:36)

Jay Sekulow of the American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) testified that the conflict with ISIS is a "war within a religion." During the testimony, a comparison was made between ISIS and the Nazis, which the hosts reject as a systematic exaggeration. They argue that the "systematic approach" of the Holocaust is being inappropriately used to frame the current conflict with Islamic extremism.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [islam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islam.md), [nazi germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi-germany.md), [holocaust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holocaust.md), [jay sekulow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-sekulow.md), aclj

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Geopolitical Honeypots, President of Sudan CIA Claims (49:38–52:55)

The "honeypot theory" suggests that conflicts are sometimes manufactured to draw in and contain radical fighters. President Omar al-Bashir of Sudan is quoted claiming that the CIA and Mossad are behind groups like Boko Haram and ISIS. This strategy is compared to an "ant trap" designed to isolate and eliminate threats in a controlled environment.

Keywords: [sudan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sudan.md), [omar al-bashir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omar-al-bashir.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md), [boko haram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boko-haram.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [honeypot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/honeypot.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Republican Letter to Iran, Tom Cotton Leadership (52:55–55:36)

A group of 47 Republican senators, led by Tom Cotton, sent a letter to the Iranian leadership explaining U.S. constitutional law regarding treaty approval. The letter is analyzed as a potential "honeypot" within domestic politics to isolate certain conservative factions. The hosts discuss whether this move was intended to undermine the Obama administration or if it was a coordinated effort involving establishment Republicans like John McCain.

Keywords: [tom cotton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-cotton.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [logan act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logan-act.md), [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/16.md)

### 17. ISIS Translator Interview, Mock Executions Explained (55:39–59:06)

Sky News interviewed a purported ISIS translator who explained why hostages appear calm in execution videos. According to the source, hostages are subjected to numerous "mock executions" until the process becomes normalized, leading them to believe they are only being filmed for a video rather than being killed. This is presented as a psychological manipulation tactic used by the group.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [sky news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sky-news.md), mock execution, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [hostages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hostages.md), translator

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/17.md)

### 18. European Army Proposal, Lisbon Treaty Article 28 (59:09–1:02:48)

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker called for the creation of a European army, a move Nigel Farage claims was previously dismissed as a "dangerous fantasy." The proposal relies on Articles 27 and 28 of the Lisbon Treaty, which provide for a common defense policy and the use of military assets for peacekeeping and counter-terrorism. Farage argues this is a project about power rather than peace.

Keywords: [jean-claude juncker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jean-claude-juncker.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [lisbon treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md), [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [eu army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eu-army.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Global Military Spending, German Influence in EU (1:02:49–1:06:56)

A breakdown of global military spending shows the U.S. budget at $640 billion, exceeding the combined spending of the next eight countries. The discussion explores the potential for a European army to reduce the U.S. burden as an international policeman. There is also a focus on German management within the EU and the historical context of German military expansionism.

Keywords: [military spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-spending.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [geopolitics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geopolitics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/19.md)

### 20. NATO Baltic War Games, Russia Border Tensions (1:06:57–1:11:26)

NATO has tripled its air missions in the Baltic states in response to Russian warplanes testing borders. U.S. troops from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment are participating in war games in Lithuania to simulate conflict with Russia. These actions are intended to show a collective defense against potential Russian aggression and prevent the alliance from being split.

Keywords: [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [baltic states](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baltic-states.md), [lithuania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lithuania.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [war games](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-games.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Dutch Train Conductor Assaults, Societal Breakdown (1:11:27–1:13:02)

Adam Curry reports on a trend in the Netherlands where train conductors are being physically assaulted by frustrated passengers. He notes a disturbing lack of intervention from other passengers during these incidents, characterizing it as a sign of societal breakdown. The conductors have considered striking due to the increasing violence and lack of public support.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [trains](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trains.md), assaults, societal breakdown, [strikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strikes.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Coping with Misinformation, Humor as a Shield (1:13:04–1:19:46)

In response to a listener email about the stress of recognizing global manipulation, the hosts advocate for using humor as a psychological shield. They perform a role-play exercise regarding "pre-crime" and government overreach to demonstrate how to subversively challenge mainstream narratives. The "No Agenda" show is framed as a necessary tool for maintaining a balanced news diet amidst constant propaganda.

Keywords: [misinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misinformation.md), [humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md), [pre-crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-crime.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [philosophy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philosophy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Show Production, Facebook Fat Emoji Controversy (1:19:48–1:23:38)

The hosts discuss show logistics, including artwork by Nick the Rat and the importance of scalable graphics for the website. They also critique Facebook's decision to remove the "feeling fat" emoji following a digital petition. This is cited as an example of "cultural Marxism" and the enforcement of political correctness in digital spaces.

Keywords: [nick the rat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-the-rat.md), [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [emoji](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emoji.md), [political correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md), [cultural marxism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-marxism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Executive Producer Donations, Sir Mr. Nick Knighthood (1:23:39–1:29:38)

Nicholas Stowe from Austin, Texas, is knighted as "Sir Mr. Nick" following a significant donation. He shares his story of recovering from cancer and losing 100 pounds by moving to Texas and changing his diet. He requests a jingle for "eat more kale" to honor his wife's health improvements in her battle with MS.

Keywords: nicholas stowe, [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), cancer recovery, [weight loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weight-loss.md), [kale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kale.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/24.md)

### 25. McDonald's Kale Menu, Healthy Fast Food Trends (1:29:39–1:32:23)

McDonald's is reportedly planning to add kale to its menu as part of a shift toward "superfoods." This follows moves by Burger King and Wendy's to remove sugary sodas from kids' meals, replacing them with milk or juice. The hosts discuss the irony of fast-food chains adopting health-conscious ingredients.

Keywords: [mcdonalds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonalds.md), [kale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kale.md), [burger king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burger-king.md), [fast food](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fast-food.md), [nutrition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nutrition.md), [superfoods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superfoods.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/25.md)

### 26. ER Pharmacist on Healthcare, Vaccine Concerns (1:32:23–1:35:03)

A donor who works as an ER pharmacist expresses agreement with the hosts' assessment of the U.S. healthcare system. He raises concerns about the number of vaccines administered to children at once, specifically mentioning Gardasil and MMR. He also claims that Obamacare is designed to pad the pockets of insurance companies while harming the lower class.

Keywords: [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [obamacare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obamacare.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [mmr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mmr.md), pharmacist

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Pi Day Donations, Super Pi Day 2015 (1:35:03–1:41:26)

Multiple producers send in "Pi donations" ($314.15) in anticipation of "Super Pi Day" on Saturday, March 14, 2015. The hosts acknowledge the support and discuss the upcoming special show. Donors express how the podcast has helped alleviate anxieties caused by mainstream media fear propaganda.

Keywords: [pi day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi-day.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), march 14, [mathematics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mathematics.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Podcast Promotions, Duchess of Japan Title (1:41:26–1:44:44)

The hosts promote the "HDTV and Home Theater" podcast and acknowledge a significant donation from the "Duchess of Japan." The segment includes banter about the "No Agenda" community in Tokyo and the value-for-value model that allows the show to remain independent of corporate sponsorship.

Keywords: [hdtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hdtv.md), [home theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/home-theater.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [tokyo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tokyo.md), [nutella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nutella.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Hillary Rosen, RIAA History and Media Strategy (1:44:44–1:48:53)

Democratic strategist Hillary Rosen is criticized for her past role as the head of the RIAA, where she oversaw aggressive copyright enforcement against individuals. Her current role as a media consultant for the Clinton family is discussed in the context of a PBS NewsHour segment. The hosts recall her history of "putting old ladies in prison" over file-sharing.

Keywords: [hillary rosen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-rosen.md), [riaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/riaa.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), democratic strategist, limewire

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Clinton Foundation, Saudi Arabian Donations Controversy (1:48:53–1:53:52)

The Clinton Foundation's acceptance of large donations from countries with poor women's rights records, such as Saudi Arabia, is analyzed as an "extortion racket." Hillary Rosen's defense—that the foundation is transparent and that Hillary Clinton issued a scathing report on Saudi Arabia while Secretary of State—is dismissed as a "scam" where the public report serves as cover for deeper financial ties.

Keywords: [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [extortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extortion.md), [transparency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transparency.md), [women's rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/women-s-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Hillary Clinton Email Server, Media Technical Ignorance (1:53:52–1:57:58)

Hillary Clinton's explanation for using a private email server is criticized for its technical inaccuracies. The hosts argue that the mainstream media is too "idiotic" to ask basic questions about server backups and NSA archiving. Clinton's claim that federal employees are solely responsible for deciding what to archive is presented as a deceptive narrative that ignores how government systems actually function.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [email server](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email-server.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [archives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archives.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technology.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/31.md)

### 32. State Department Email Hack, Cybersecurity Probes (1:57:59–2:02:03)

The State Department's email system was reportedly hacked and subsequently shut down, a situation Hillary Clinton used to suggest her private server was more secure. Reporter Matt Lee questioned State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki about the extent of the breach. The hosts criticize the lack of technical specificity in the briefing, noting that "thousands of attacks" is a vague term used to avoid transparency.

Keywords: [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [matt lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lee.md), [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Hillary Clinton Device Usage, New York Times Reporting (2:02:03–2:06:26)

Despite claiming she used a private server for "convenience" to carry only one device, Hillary Clinton admitted to Kara Swisher that she uses an iPhone, a BlackBerry, and two iPads. The hosts discuss the "kid gloves" treatment Clinton receives from the New York Times and other media outlets. They suggest that even some "Obama-bot" supporters are not "ready for Hillary" due to these ongoing controversies.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [blackberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackberry.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [ipad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipad.md), [kara swisher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kara-swisher.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Common Core Protests, New Jersey Student Walkouts (2:06:27–2:11:25)

A growing rebellion against Common Core testing is manifesting in student walkouts and occupations of superintendent offices in New Jersey. The protests, organized under hashtags like #OccupyNPS, target the rigorous and time-consuming national tests. The hosts link the testing infrastructure to Pearson Publishing and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Keywords: [common core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), [new jersey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-jersey.md), [student protest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protest.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [pearson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pearson.md), occupy nps

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/34.md)

### 35. PARCC Testing Criticism, 12-Year-Old Activist (2:11:26–2:16:41)

A 12-year-old girl's testimony against PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) testing has gained national attention. She argues that the tests are confusing, lack single correct answers for interpretive text, and are prohibitively expensive for school districts. The hosts highlight the "computer-intensive" nature of the tests as a financial burden that benefits technology vendors.

Keywords: parcc, [standardized testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/standardized-testing.md), [new jersey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-jersey.md), [education reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education-reform.md), [computers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computers.md), [mkultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mkultra.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Common Core Accountability, "Loser" Status Identification (2:16:43–2:19:38)

The "accountability" measures of Common Core are criticized for failing to improve educational outcomes while increasing inequality. The hosts argue that the tests are designed to identify "losers" early in their academic careers. They suggest that the complex, two-hour sample tests for third graders are inappropriate and serve a broader agenda of social stratification.

Keywords: [common core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), [accountability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accountability.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [third grade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/third-grade.md), [testing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/testing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Lumina Foundation, College Graduation Goals (2:19:39–2:23:32)

The Lumina Foundation is identified as a major private organization committed to increasing the percentage of Americans with college degrees to 60% by 2025. Their promotional materials claim a shortage of 16 million graduates in the U.S. economy. The hosts analyze the foundation's mission as a push to scale up "innovations" in public universities.

Keywords: lumina foundation, [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), college degrees, [2025](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2025.md), [workforce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/workforce.md), [philanthropy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philanthropy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Lumina Foundation Financials, Executive Compensation (2:23:33–2:27:36)

An analysis of the Lumina Foundation's Form 990 reveals it is a billion-dollar investment vehicle funded by corporate stocks and bonds. The foundation's executives receive high salaries, with the CEO making $700,000 and some directors earning $15,000 per hour of reported work. The hosts characterize the organization as a "drinking club" for elites rather than a purely philanthropic endeavor.

Keywords: lumina foundation, [form 990](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/form-990.md), [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [investments](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investments.md), [executive pay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-pay.md), [philanthropy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philanthropy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Charter Schools and the Prison Pipeline (2:27:36–2:29:57)

The push for charter schools is linked to a broader agenda of marginalizing students and routing them toward the privatized prison system. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is noted as an investor in the Corrections Corporation of America (CCA). The hosts argue that early identification of "failing" students through Common Core leads to a "fast track to prison" and a return to 19th-century-style slave labor.

Keywords: [charter schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charter-schools.md), [privatized prisons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privatized-prisons.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [slave labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slave-labor.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [cca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cca.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Student Loan Reform, Government as Middleman (2:29:59–2:33:39)

President Obama's speech in Georgia regarding student loan reform is analyzed as a move to "enslave" students directly to the government. By cutting out big banks as middlemen, the government has become the primary creditor. The hosts question why the government "fights" to keep interest rates at 6% when it provides 0% interest loans to banks.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [pell grants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pell-grants.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [banking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Student Aid Bill of Rights, Debt Enslavement (2:33:40–2:37:36)

President Obama introduced a "Student Aid Bill of Rights," which the hosts describe as a propaganda tool using "sacred" language to market debt. The plan allows the government to cap loan payments at 10% of a graduate's income, which is characterized as lifelong financial enslavement. The shift in terminology from "student" to "borrower" is highlighted as a key psychological tactic.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md), [student debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-debt.md), [goebbels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goebbels.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), borrower

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Rising Drug Prices, Hepatitis C Treatment Costs (2:37:35–2:42:34)

Prescription drug spending in the U.S. rose 13% last year, driven by "specialty drugs" like the Hepatitis C treatment Sovaldi, which costs $80,000 for 12 weeks. The hosts argue that Obamacare has removed price sensitivity by shifting costs to insurance companies, allowing drug manufacturers to gouge the system. This "rigged" system ensures that high prices are funneled directly from insurers to pharmaceutical coffers.

Keywords: [drug prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-prices.md), express scripts, [hepatitis c](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hepatitis-c.md), sovaldi, [obamacare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obamacare.md), [insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Single Payer Debate, Producer Credits (2:42:34–2:46:49)

The hosts briefly touch on the "single payer" healthcare debate before transitioning to a long list of producer credits and donations. They acknowledge contributors from Northern Ireland, Canada, and various U.S. states. The segment reinforces the show's reliance on listener support to maintain its independent analysis.

Keywords: [single payer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/single-payer.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [brian williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-williams.md), Peachtree corners

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Anniversary Shout-outs, Drunk Donations (2:47:00–2:50:46)

The hosts read personal notes from producers, including a fourth-anniversary shout-out for a couple in Houston and a "drunk donation" from a listener in Ontario. They also mention Utah's reintroduction of the firing squad and acknowledge various "house buying karma" requests from the "No Agenda" community.

Keywords: [anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anniversary.md), [houston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houston.md), [firing squad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firing-squad.md), [utah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utah.md), [drunk donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drunk-donation.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Knighting Ceremony, Sir High Voltage (2:50:46–2:53:45)

In a formal knighting ceremony, Nicholas Stowe and John Knowles are inducted as "Sir Mr. Nick" and "Sir High Voltage of Middle Tennessee." The hosts use their traditional "travel sword" and list various humorous pairings like "Maker's Mark & Mushrooms." They remind listeners of the upcoming "Pi Day" show on Sunday.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), sir mr nick, sir high voltage, [pi day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi-day.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [ceremony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceremony.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Apple Watch Launch, Wearable Technology Risks (2:53:46–2:57:51)

Tim Cook's presentation of the Apple Watch is met with skepticism, with the hosts calling the device a "dog." While discussing the future of wearables, they cite a report from a UC Berkeley professor warning that devices emitting microwave radiation close to the body could cause "electro smog" and tumors. The lack of mainstream reporting on these health risks is attributed to the influence of big tech advertisers.

Keywords: [apple watch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-watch.md), [tim cook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-cook.md), haptic feedback, [intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intel.md), [microwave radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microwave-radiation.md), tumors

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Internet of Things, Smart Refrigerator Spying (2:57:52–3:00:29)

Visa and a consortium of banks are reportedly developing technology to place ads on smart refrigerators and monitor their usage. The data collected would be used by banks to determine a consumer's creditworthiness based on their eating and shopping habits. The hosts describe this as a move to keep the public "stupefied" while increasing corporate surveillance.

Keywords: [internet of things](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-of-things.md), [visa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/visa.md), [refrigerator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refrigerator.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [spying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spying.md), [banking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Siri Security Holes, Oracle America's Cup Seizure (3:00:29–3:02:15)

A listener reports that the "Hey Siri" feature on iPhones is frequently triggered by the word "Syria" during the podcast. This is used to illustrate the security vulnerabilities of voice-activated systems. Additionally, a catamaran belonging to the Oracle America's Cup team was reportedly seized by federal marshals following a lawsuit by a sailor.

Keywords: [siri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siri.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security.md), [oracle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oracle.md), americas cup, [catamaran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catamaran.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/48.md)

### 49. MH370 Disappearance, Putin Conspiracy Theory (3:02:20–3:04:36)

A New Yorker article by Jeff Wise proposes a theory that flight MH370 was hijacked by Russian special ops and flown to Kazakhstan. The hosts note that while many technical theories are labeled "crackpot," this one is treated as acceptable by the media because it blames Vladimir Putin. They mock the idea that Russian agents accessed the plane's computers through a "locked hatch."

Keywords: [mh370](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh370.md), jeff wise, [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [kazakhstan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kazakhstan.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/49.md)

### 50. CIA Apple Infiltration, Show Sign-off (3:04:37–3:09:21)

The show concludes with a report on the CIA's decade-long attempt to infiltrate Apple's "Xcode" development tools, based on documents from Edward Snowden. The hosts point out a chronological error in the reporting, noting that the CIA supposedly started the project in 2006, a year before the iPhone was released. The episode ends with the "Shapeshifting Jew" jingle and a sign-off from Rotterdam and Silicon Valley.

Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), xcode, [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), shapeshifting jews

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/703-lowjistiks/chapter/50.md)

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