# Faschtech

> Geopolitical maneuvers in Ukraine and the FCC’s new Net Neutrality rules signal a massive shift in global power dynamics and digital gatekeeping.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 704
- **Published:** 2015-03-15
- **Length:** 2h 58m
- **Topics:** Intermarium, [Net Neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [Tom Cotton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-cotton.md), Putin absence, Fash-Tech, Blood Moons, [Common Core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech

## About this episode

Vladimir Putin returns to the public eye in St. Petersburg following a mysterious week-long absence that fueled global speculation regarding his health and leadership. While mainstream outlets like Fox News and Shep Smith entertained rumors of Swiss mistresses and Kremlin coups, the geopolitical reality shifts toward the Intermarium strategy. General Frederick Hodges and the U.S. Army Europe are now establishing a cordon sanitaire through Poland and the Baltics, a move George Friedman of Stratfor suggests is designed to permanently sever the strategic bond between German technology and Russian natural resources.

Secondary tensions rise as Senator Tom Cotton and 47 Republicans issue a controversial letter to Iranian leadership, an act State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki labeled as nearly unprecedented interference. In Pakistan, suicide bombings in Lahore highlight the instability of the Durand Line, while reports of Israel’s 80-nuclear-weapon stockpile coincide with John Hagee’s Blood Moon prophecies. Domestically, the FCC’s 400-page Net Neutrality document, reportedly influenced by George Soros-funded groups, introduces the concept of lawful content which may lead to metered usage and the end of traditional peering arrangements.

Technical oddities define the session as John C. Dvorak captures a mockingbird using his chimney as a resonance chamber for MKUltra-style psychological warfare. Adam Curry explores the physics of standing waves with audio pioneer Bob Heil, while the duo mocks the rise of Fash-Tech and the screeching promotional antics of Tim Draper’s Valley Girl. The episode concludes with a knighting ceremony for Sir K-Town and Sir Brian the Miserable IT Guy under the value-for-value model.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/transcript.md.

### 1. No Agenda Episode 704 Introduction and Superstitions (0:00–2:39)

Adam Curry broadcasts from Rotterdam, Netherlands, while John C. Dvorak joins from Northern Silicon Valley for episode 704 of the No Agenda show. The hosts discuss their pre-stream rituals, including Curry's superstition regarding the timing of playing Richard Wagner's "The Ride of the Valkyries." They acknowledge the "Ides of March" date and set the stage for the media assassination to follow.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), richard wagner, superstitions

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Vladimir Putin Public Absence and Kremlin Rumors (2:40–6:39)

Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to appear in St. Petersburg to meet the President of Kyrgyzstan following a week-long absence from the public eye. Media outlets and Fox News anchor Shep Smith report on various rumors regarding Putin's health, a potential mistress in Switzerland, and mysterious "white trucks" spotted in Moscow. The hosts analyze the mainstream media's willingness to engage in conspiracy theories when the subject is the Russian leadership.

Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [kremlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kremlin.md), [kyrgyzstan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyrgyzstan.md), [st. petersburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-petersburg.md), [shep smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shep-smith.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), white trucks

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/2.md)

### 3. George Friedman, Stratford Analysis of European Conflict (6:41–10:56)

George Friedman, CEO of the intelligence organization Stratford, provides a geopolitical analysis suggesting that the primary interest of the United States is preventing a strategic alliance between Germany and Russia. Friedman argues that the European Union is fragmented and that the U.S. maintains individual relationships with nations like Romania and France rather than a unified Europe. The discussion explores the historical "primordial fear" of combining German technology with Russian natural resources.

Keywords: george friedman, stratford, [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [geopolitics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geopolitics.md), [eurasia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurasia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/3.md)

### 4. General Frederick Hodges and the Cordon Sanitaire (10:56–18:21)

General Frederick Hodges, commander of U.S. Army Europe, visited Ukraine to announce official U.S. training missions and controversially pinned medals on Ukrainian fighters. The U.S. is reportedly pre-positioning armor and artillery in Poland, Romania, Bulgaria, and the Baltics to establish a "cordon sanitaire" around Russia. This strategy operates outside the traditional NATO context to avoid potential vetoes from member states like Turkey.

Keywords: frederick hodges, us army europe, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [baltics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baltics.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), cordon sanitaire, [military protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-protocol.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Intermarium Strategy and Russian Existential Threats (18:22–24:53)

The "Intermarium" concept, a World War I era tactic, is discussed as a means for the West to penetrate Ukraine and create a buffer zone threatening Moscow and Stalingrad. Russia views the status of Ukraine as an existential threat, while the U.S. seeks to block Russian influence and increase military-industrial spending among European allies. The complex relationship between Germany and Russia is highlighted by former Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder's position on the board of Gazprom.

Keywords: intermarium, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [moscow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow.md), [stalingrad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stalingrad.md), [gerhard schroeder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerhard-schroeder.md), [gazprom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gazprom.md), [buffer zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buffer-zone.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/5.md)

### 6. US Naval Dominance and Spoiling Attacks (24:54–31:24)

Geopolitical strategy focuses on U.S. control of the world's oceans to prevent the rise of competing naval powers and the occupation of Eurasia. The analysis suggests a policy of "spoiling attacks" and funding contending powers to keep rivals focused on each other, citing the Reagan administration's approach to the Iran-Iraq War. The hosts express skepticism regarding the morality and long-term financial benefits of "rubbleizing" regions like the Middle East.

Keywords: [eurasia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurasia.md), naval power, [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), iran-iraq war, [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [military strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-strategy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/6.md)

### 7. General Robert Scales and the Snowden Factor (31:24–33:03)

Retired Major General Robert Scales suggested on Fox News that the only way to turn the tide in Ukraine is to start "killing Russians" until the casualties cannot be hidden by Putin's media. The hosts propose a thesis that the current escalation of tensions with Russia stems directly from Russia granting asylum to Edward Snowden. They suggest that returning Snowden to the U.S. might be the only way to end the ongoing diplomatic and military "malarkey."

Keywords: robert scales, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [body bags](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-bags.md), geopolitical tension

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Vice Media Obama Interview and the Cotton Letter (33:04–38:33)

Vice Media is set to release a high-production interview with President Barack Obama, which includes discussions on climate change, marijuana legalization, and the controversial letter sent by 47 Republican senators to Iran. The letter, led by Senator Tom Cotton, warns the Iranian leadership that any nuclear deal could be revoked by a future president. The hosts discuss the breakdown in trust between Obama and House Speaker John Boehner as a backdrop to this legislative interference.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [vice media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [tom cotton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-cotton.md), [ayatollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah.md), [republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republicans.md), [john boehner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-boehner.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Jen Psaki and the Precedent of Congressional Interference (38:34–44:33)

State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki criticized the Republican senators' letter to Iran as "nearly unprecedented" during an interview with Andrea Mitchell. The hosts examine historical parallels, such as Richard Nixon's 1968 use of Anna Chenault to influence the South Vietnamese government during peace talks. They analyze Psaki's rhetorical style, noting her ability to deflect adversarial questions by redefining the premise of the discussion.

Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [richard nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md), anna chenault, [1968 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1968-election.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Tom Cotton, Bill Kristol, and Gay Bar Allegations (44:34–53:12)

Senator Tom Cotton is identified as a protégé of neoconservative Bill Kristol, who is reportedly promoting Cotton as a potential vice-presidential candidate. The hosts discuss rumors regarding Cotton's personal life, including allegations from "Brian the Gay Crusader" about Cotton being spotted at a D.C. gay bar and appearing on the app Grindr. They speculate that the Democratic party may use these allegations as a "Trojan Horse" to disrupt Republican voter support during a future campaign.

Keywords: [tom cotton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-cotton.md), [bill kristol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-kristol.md), [howard dean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-dean.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [neocon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neocon.md), dc gay bar, [grindr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grindr.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Nowruz Celebrations and Anti-Missile System Sales (53:14–56:48)

The Obama administration celebrated Nowruz, the Iranian New Year, at the White House ahead of the official March 21st date, signaling a diplomatic message during nuclear negotiations. The hosts argue that the U.S. may actually want Iran to possess a nuclear threat to stimulate the sale of expensive anti-missile defense systems to neighboring countries. These systems are compared to a modern "Maginot Line," which provides a false sense of security while being easily bypassed.

Keywords: nowruz, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), anti-missile systems, maginot line, [defense spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defense-spending.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Lahore Church Bombings and the Durand Line (56:51–59:22)

Suicide bombers attacked two churches in a Christian community in Lahore, Pakistan, resulting in at least 14 deaths. The discussion shifts to the "Durand Line," the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan, which remains a source of regional conflict and terrorism. The hosts suggest that U.S. drone strikes in the area are primarily intended to protect energy pipelines and maintain control over the volatile border region.

Keywords: [lahore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lahore.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), christian community, [waziristan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waziristan.md), durand line, [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [pipelines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipelines.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Israeli Nuclear Capabilities and Blood Moon Prophecies (59:23–1:03:48)

Reports indicate that Israel possesses approximately 80 nuclear weapons and the delivery systems to strike any target in the Middle East, including religious sites like the Kaaba in Mecca. Simultaneously, Christian ministers like John Hagee are promoting "Blood Moon" prophecies, suggesting that a tetrad of lunar eclipses starting in April 2015 signals a major meltdown in the Middle East. The hosts view these prophecies as superstitious tools used to influence political and religious sentiment.

Keywords: [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [mecca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mecca.md), kaaba, blood moon, john hagee, christian zionism

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/13.md)

### 14. No Agenda Art and Electronic Smog (1:03:48–1:06:26)

The hosts thank "Nick the Rat" and "Martin JZ" for their digital artwork for episode 703, which featured a "douchebag" using an Apple Watch. The art included a subtle reference to "electronic smog," a concept previously discussed on the show regarding the health effects of pervasive wireless signals. The hosts praise the artists for embedding "sub-references" and "side gags" that reward attentive listeners.

Keywords: [nick the rat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-the-rat.md), martin jz, [apple watch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-watch.md), electronic smog, [podcast art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md), listener producers

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Pi Day Donations and the Fletcher Fest Proposal (1:06:27–1:11:55)

Listeners contributed "Pi Day" donations of $314.15 to celebrate the date March 14, 2015. Kevin Broso is knighted as "Sir K-Town," and the hosts discuss a new donation tier called "Fletcher Fest." This proposed event would involve listener John Fletcher recording custom ringtones in his signature screaming style for producers who donate at the Pi level, creating a unique "goldmine" of audio assets for the community.

Keywords: [pi day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi-day.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [john fletcher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-fletcher.md), [ringtones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ringtones.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Janis Joplin, Standing Waves, and Bob Heil (1:11:56–1:18:16)

A discussion about vocalists leads to an explanation of "standing waves" in live audio, a phenomenon reportedly utilized by the Grateful Dead and audio engineer Owsley Stanley to create physical sensations in the audience. Adam Curry mentions an upcoming interview with Bob Heil, the inventor of large-scale concert sound systems and Heil Sound microphones. The segment explores the technical intersection of amateur radio (SWR) and professional concert audio engineering.

Keywords: janis joplin, [grateful dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grateful-dead.md), owsley stanley, [bob heil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-heil.md), standing waves, [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Executive Producer Credits and Travel Updates (1:18:16–1:25:25)

The hosts read credits for several high-level producers, including Brian Gilbo, who is knighted as "Sir Brian the Miserable IT Guy." Gilbo recalls a past meeting with John C. Dvorak in Detroit where they photographed abandoned churches. Adam Curry provides a travel update, noting he will be in Amsterdam soon but had to cancel a planned trip to London due to time constraints.

Keywords: eduardo martinez, brian gilbo, [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), abandoned buildings, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Native Advertising and the Stealth Bomber Sales Pitch (1:25:33–1:33:54)

The hosts analyze the rise of "native advertising" in mainstream media, where promotional content is disguised as news. They cite a CNN segment about a new U.S. stealth bomber as a "sales job" for Boeing and Lockheed Martin, noting the use of marketing terms like "platform" and "system." The discussion also touches on allegations that novelist Danielle Steel includes native advertising within her books and criticizes the New York Times for using "wishy-washy" endings in tech reviews to avoid offending advertisers.

Keywords: [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [danielle steel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/danielle-steel.md), [stealth bomber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stealth-bomber.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Valley Girl TV and Fash-Tech Schmoozing (1:33:55–1:39:14)

"Valley Girl," a show featuring venture capitalist Tim Draper's daughter, is critiqued as a paid-for promotional vehicle for Draper-funded companies. The hosts mock the show's use of invented terms like "Fash-Tech" and "Wearapist" (a fashion therapist). They highlight a segment featuring Genie Mai, criticizing the high-pitched screaming and "dingbat" personas as a regression for women in the technology industry.

Keywords: [valley girl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valley-girl.md), [tim draper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-draper.md), genie mai, fash-tech, wearapist, [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/19.md)

### 20. John Kerry and the Elementary Truth of Climate Change (1:39:16–1:44:21)

Secretary of State John Kerry is featured in a clip comparing the "science" of climate change to the basic laws of gravity and the freezing point of water. Kerry refers to climate change as an "elementary truth" and warns of a "collective moral failure" if world leaders fail to act. The hosts mock Kerry's "haughty" tone and point listeners to a PDF of "Climate Gate" emails that allegedly show scientists manipulating data behind the scenes.

Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [gravity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gravity.md), [physics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/physics.md), elementary truth, [climate gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-gate.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Common Core Infrastructure and the Google Ecosystem (1:44:22–1:50:19)

The implementation of Common Core's PARCC tests is driving a massive $5 billion upgrade in school wireless infrastructure, with Cisco and Google emerging as the primary beneficiaries. Schools are purchasing Chromebooks en masse to meet testing requirements, which the hosts argue serves to hook students into the Google ecosystem and data collection early. The segment suggests that these standardized tests are designed to "separate the wheat from the chaff" and identify elite students for the future economy.

Keywords: [common core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), parcc tests, [cisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisco.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [chromebooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chromebooks.md), universal service fund, [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Charter School Investment and the Prison Hedge (1:50:19–1:57:30)

A symposium at the Harvard Club titled "Bonds and Blackboards" highlights how hedge fund executives and foundations are investing in charter schools as a new revenue stream. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is identified as a major recipient of political contributions from these investors. The hosts also discuss the "hedge" made by the Gates Foundation in investing in the Correctional Corporation of America, suggesting a cynical link between failing students and the private prison industry.

Keywords: [charter schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charter-schools.md), [gates foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gates-foundation.md), walton foundation, [carl icahn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-icahn.md), [governor cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/governor-cuomo.md), correctional corporation of america

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Automated Trucks and the Marginalization of Drivers (1:57:31–2:01:55)

The transition to automated, driverless trucks is predicted to happen before passenger cars, potentially displacing millions of truck drivers. The hosts anticipate a propaganda campaign highlighting truck accidents and "rogue" drivers to build public support for robot-controlled logistics. They discuss how infrastructure will be prioritized for these automated fleets, effectively marginalizing the "backbone of the country."

Keywords: [self-driving cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/self-driving-cars.md), automated trucks, [labor unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-unions.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Yanis Varoufakis and the Paris Match Pictorial (2:01:57–2:05:20)

Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis faced criticism for a stylized pictorial in "Paris Match" magazine featuring him and his wife at their home. Varoufakis, who authored a book titled "Rational Conflict," is described by the hosts as an egomaniac attempting to use "rational conflict" as a guru-like method for changing global economics. The hosts view the photoshoot as a PR disaster that undermines his serious political standing.

Keywords: [yanis varoufakis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yanis-varoufakis.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [finance minister](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finance-minister.md), [paris match](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-match.md), rational conflict, microeconomics

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Jean-Claude Juncker, Dad's Army, and Top Gear PR (2:05:21–2:08:44)

Nigel Farage mocked EU official Jean-Claude Juncker's call for a European army by referencing the theme song to the British sitcom "Dad's Army." Meanwhile, the suspension of Jeremy Clarkson from "Top Gear" is analyzed as a potential PR stunt to drive global demand for the show's simultaneous premiere in 50 countries. The hosts predict Clarkson's eventual reinstatement after the controversy generates sufficient international buzz.

Keywords: [jean-claude juncker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jean-claude-juncker.md), [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [dad's army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dad-s-army.md), [jeremy clarkson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-clarkson.md), [top gear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/top-gear.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Guess That Movie: Keanu Reeves in Bad Acting (2:08:45–2:10:19)

In a recurring segment, the hosts play a clip of "bad acting" featuring Keanu Reeves. John C. Dvorak correctly identifies the actor but initially guesses the wrong film before settling on "A Walk in the Clouds." The segment serves as a critique of insincere performances in both cinema and political rhetoric.

Keywords: guess that movie, [keanu reeves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keanu-reeves.md), walking in the clouds, [bad acting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bad-acting.md), [movie clips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-clips.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/26.md)

### 27. FCC Net Neutrality Document and George Soros Funding (2:10:20–2:19:02)

The FCC released a 400-page document detailing new Net Neutrality rules, which the hosts argue was heavily influenced by the lobbying group "Free Press." This group has reportedly received millions in funding from George Soros's Open Society Foundation and the Ford Foundation. The discussion highlights the influence of Robert McChesney, a self-described communist who advocates for government-subsidized news and the elimination of "capitalist propaganda" in media.

Keywords: [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [free press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-press.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), robert mcchesney, [ford foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-foundation.md), [title ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-ii.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Lawful Content and the End of Peering (2:19:03–2:26:51)

The new FCC rules introduce the term "lawful content," which the hosts suggest could allow for government-mandated blocking of specific IP addresses or services like Pirate Bay. The ban on "paid prioritization" and "consideration" may disrupt existing peering arrangements where companies like Netflix or Google place servers within ISP facilities. This regulatory shift is compared to the "Carterphone" decision, though the hosts argue the comparison is technically flawed and intended to confuse the public.

Keywords: [lawful content](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawful-content.md), [throttling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/throttling.md), [paid prioritization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paid-prioritization.md), [peering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peering.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), carterphone

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Gatekeepers, Metered Usage, and Title II Lawsuits (2:26:53–2:35:03)

The FCC document quotes Benjamin Franklin to justify its "catch-all standard" against ISP gatekeepers. The hosts predict that these regulations will lead to metered internet usage and data caps, ultimately making the internet more expensive for consumers. They also anticipate years of litigation from the mobile industry, which argues that the FCC's "tailoring" of Title II regulations is an illegal overreach of its authority.

Keywords: [benjamin franklin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-franklin.md), edge providers, [title ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-ii.md), metered usage, [data caps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-caps.md), [litigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/litigation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Crowdfunding and Associate Executive Producer Credits (2:35:07–2:39:54)

The hosts thank a list of producers who contributed to the show's "value-for-value" model, including Joe Campagna and "Sir Blake the Knight of Procrastination." They acknowledge international support from Australia, Ireland, and Canada. The segment emphasizes that the show is financed entirely by its audience rather than traditional advertisers or venture capital.

Keywords: [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), joe campagna, sir blake, graham scott, [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/30.md)

### 31. No Agenda Social Success and Knighting Ceremony (2:39:55–2:44:52)

A listener story from Facebook describes how knowledge gained from No Agenda regarding Sarbanes-Oxley and Fukushima helped her during a successful date. The hosts then conduct a formal knighting ceremony for Kevin Brosseau ("Sir K-Town") and Brian Gilbo ("Sir Brian the Miserable IT Guy"). They also mention that Thomas Nussbaum has been elevated to the rank of Earl.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [sarbanes-oxley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarbanes-oxley.md), [fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [thomas nussbaum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-nussbaum.md), kevin brosseau

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Lean In, Bluffing, and Morning Show Cliches (2:44:52–2:48:25)

A segment on "The Today Show" featuring advice from Anna Wintour encourages women to "pretend to know what you're doing" as a career strategy. The hosts criticize this "bluffing" advice as dangerous and mock the morning show's quick transition from discussing female empowerment to a shallow segment about "fairy tale footwear." They view these programs as shameless in their pursuit of female consumer engagement.

Keywords: [sheryl sandberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sheryl-sandberg.md), [anna wintour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anna-wintour.md), [vogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vogue.md), [today show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/today-show.md), [self-esteem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/self-esteem.md), bluffing

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/32.md)

### 33. The Chimney Mockingbird and MKUltra Audio (2:48:26–2:52:13)

John C. Dvorak shares a recording of a mockingbird that sits on his chimney and uses it as a resonance chamber to amplify its calls into his house. Dvorak placed an H2 recorder in his firebox to capture the sound, which he describes as a form of "MKUltra" psychological warfare due to its volume and lack of musical talent. The hosts joke about the bird's ability to mimic car alarms and rainbird sprinklers.

Keywords: [mockingbird](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mockingbird.md), chimney, [resonance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resonance.md), field recording, [h2 recorder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h2-recorder.md), [nature](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nature.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Kevin Spacey, House of Cards, and the Lear Foundation (2:52:14–2:57:54)

Kevin Spacey's interview with Charlie Rose about his "bromance" with Bill Clinton leads the hosts to conclude that "House of Cards" Season 3 is being used as a propaganda vehicle for Hillary Clinton's worldview. They cite the Lear Foundation's report on placing hundreds of storylines across television networks as evidence of Hollywood's role in social engineering. The show concludes with a final look at the high venture capital burn rates of digital media companies like Vox Media.

Keywords: [kevin spacey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-spacey.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [house of cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-cards.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [lear foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lear-foundation.md), [vox media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vox-media.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/704-faschtech/chapter/34.md)

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