# Nice Fabric

> Texas navigates new firearm liberties and historic floods while global powers clash over Syrian pipelines and the legal future of private property in deep space.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 724
- **Published:** 2015-05-24
- **Length:** 2h 43m
- **Topics:** [Open Carry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-carry.md), Blanco Floods, [Turkish Stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkish-stream.md), Asteroid Mining, DIA Document, Dyson Airblade, Benghazi Emails
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric

## About this episode

The Texas Senate passed an open carry law this week, but a crucial amendment by Governor Greg Abbott prevents police from questioning citizens solely for carrying a firearm. This legislative shift coincides with record-breaking floods along the Blanco River, where water levels reached forty feet and surpassed records set in 1929. Meanwhile, Delta Airlines has replaced human service at Terminal 2 with an automated iPad ordering system that mandates gratuities despite significant service inefficiencies.

Geopolitical tensions are escalating as President Petro Poroshenko warned the BBC of a looming Russian offensive in Eastern Ukraine, while Amnesty International accused both sides of summary executions and torture. In the Baltic, the Finnish military is mobilizing reservists to counter Russian naval exercises. In the United States, the House of Representatives passed the Space Resources Act of 2015 to establish private property rights for asteroid mining, potentially violating the 1967 Outer Space Treaty. Additionally, a 2012 DIA document surfaced suggesting Western powers anticipated the rise of a Salafist Principality in Syria to isolate the Assad regime.

David Ippolito, known as That Guitar Man, faced technical glitches during a Central Park performance that prompted the audience to scream about jiggling handles. Bill Nye received backlash for misquoting the Intellectual Property Clause of the Constitution during a Rutgers commencement speech. The show also explores the bizarre claim that Yoko Ono and Hillary Clinton shared a romantic connection at Yale in the 1970s.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/transcript.md.

### 1. David Ippolito Performance, Delta Airlines Travel Experience (0:03–2:36)

A host recounts attending a live performance by David Ippolito, known as "That Guitar Man," in Central Park, New York. The performance was marked by technical difficulties with the sound system, leading an audience member to shout the phrase "jiggle the handle." Following the show, the host traveled via Delta Airlines from a terminal under construction, noting the absence of a previously criticized safety video.

Keywords: david ippolito, [central park](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-park.md), [delta airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delta-airlines.md), jiggle the handle, [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/1.md)

### 2. iPad Ordering Systems, Airport Restaurant Service Inefficiency (2:37–4:22)

New automated ordering systems at Delta's Terminal 2 restaurants utilize iPads bolted to tables for all customer interactions. The system is described as inefficient and impersonal, with food arriving out of order and basic necessities like napkins and ketchup being difficult to obtain. Despite the lack of traditional service, the digital interface prompts customers for an 18% gratuity.

Keywords: terminal 2, delta terminal, ipad ordering, airport dining, gratuity

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Dyson Airblade Tap, Public Restroom Design Flaws (4:23–6:35)

A discussion regarding public restroom hygiene compares paper towels to Dyson hand dryers. One host argues that paper towels are superior for removing toxins, while the Dyson "Airblade Tap" design—which integrates the dryer into the sink—is criticized for blowing soap scum and water onto mirrors and ledges. The design is characterized as a "maniacal" failure that ignores user experience.

Keywords: [dyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dyson.md), [hand dryers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hand-dryers.md), [hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hygiene.md), soap scum, restroom design

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Austin Weather, Aviation Zulu Time, Severe Storm Delays (6:35–9:52)

Severe weather in Austin, Texas, including tornado warnings and heavy rain throughout May, caused significant aviation delays. A host explains the use of "Zulu time" (UTC) in aviation forecasts and describes a flight delay at the gate that resulted in missing a landing slot. The aircraft eventually held in a holding pattern for nearly an hour due to slow-moving storms and "mini twisters" near the airfield.

Keywords: [austin bergstrom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-bergstrom.md), zulu time, terminal area forecast, [aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md), severe weather

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Uber Airport Restrictions, Personal Driver Workarounds (9:56–11:33)

Uber drivers are currently blocked from receiving ride requests at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport due to a dispute over airport fees. To circumvent this geofence, some passengers maintain direct contact with specific drivers, such as a former Miss Nicaragua contestant. By calling the driver directly and requesting the ride through the app only after entering the vehicle, users bypass the system's location restrictions.

Keywords: [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), [austin bergstrom airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-bergstrom-airport.md), [ride sharing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ride-sharing.md), [airport fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-fees.md), miss nicaragua

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Texas Flooding, Blanco River Record Water Levels (11:34–13:54)

Record-breaking floods have struck Central Texas, with the Blanco River reaching 40 feet, surpassing a record set in 1929 by seven feet. Residents in the region are facing massive property damage, leading some to park boats in parking lots to escape rising waters. The unprecedented weather pattern is predicted to continue for at least another week.

Keywords: blanco river, [lake travis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lake-travis.md), [flooding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flooding.md), texas weather, record rainfall

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/6.md)

### 7. TSA Security, Pre-Check Failures, Opt-Out Procedures (13:55–14:42)

A traveler reports being denied TSA Pre-Check status despite having a valid Trusted Traveler number, reflecting a reported cutback in the program. Choosing to "opt out" of the backscatter X-ray machines led to a lengthy wait for a manual pat-down. The process is described as a "humiliation process" involving specific verbal cues used by TSA agents to coordinate male assists.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [pre-check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-check.md), [trusted traveler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trusted-traveler.md), [security screening](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-screening.md), [opt-out](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opt-out.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Texas Open Carry Law, Police Questioning Amendment (14:44–16:29)

The Texas Senate passed an open carry law which Governor Greg Abbott has pledged to sign. A key amendment to the bill forbids police from questioning individuals solely for carrying a firearm openly without other reasonable suspicion of a crime. While 45 states have similar laws, the hosts anticipate a cultural shift in retail environments like Whole Foods once the law takes effect.

Keywords: [texas senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-senate.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [open carry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-carry.md), [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [firearms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firearms.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Bill Nye, Constitutional Misinterpretation, Intellectual Property Clause (16:31–17:54)

Bill Nye is criticized for a commencement speech at Rutgers University where he allegedly misrepresented Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution. Nye claimed the clause mandates the federal government to promote science, but the full text reveals it is the "Intellectual Property Clause" intended to secure copyrights and patents for authors and inventors.

Keywords: [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [rutgers university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rutgers-university.md), [article 1 section 8](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/article-1-section-8.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [patents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patents.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Adult Video News Awards, MK Ultra Theories, Bill Clinton Anecdote (17:55–21:21)

The Adult Video News (AVN) Awards in Las Vegas are characterized as a potential "MK Ultra showcase" due to the robotic behavior of some attendees. The discussion transitions into a claim about Bill Clinton using specific physical triggers, such as touching a woman's shoulder and commenting on "nice fabric," as a coded behavioral control mechanism.

Keywords: [avn awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/avn-awards.md), [mk ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [illuminati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illuminati.md), [las vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/las-vegas.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Ukraine Conflict, Donetsk Airport Destruction, Amnesty International Report (21:23–22:52)

Amnesty International has accused both the Ukrainian government and pro-Russian rebels of committing war crimes, including torture and summary executions. Visual evidence shows the complete destruction of the once-modern Donetsk Airport, now reduced to rubble. Former prisoners report being subjected to electric shocks and beatings during the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), donetsk airport, [amnesty international](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amnesty-international.md), [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md), [torture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/torture.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Victoria Nuland, Susan Rice, State Department Speech Cadence (22:52–25:46)

Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland is criticized for adopting a specific "cadence" during a press conference in Russia regarding the Minsk agreements. This speech pattern is compared to that of Susan Rice and other White House officials, characterized by a distinctive "uptick" at the end of sentences. The hosts suggest this linguistic style may originate from President Obama's own speaking habits.

Keywords: [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [minsk agreements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minsk-agreements.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Petro Poroshenko, BBC Interview, Russian War Claims (25:47–30:02)

Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko stated in a BBC interview that he is convinced Russia is preparing a new offensive in Eastern Ukraine. Poroshenko emphasized that Ukraine is fighting a "real war with Russia" rather than just Russian-backed separatists. He also claimed that Ukraine produces its own lethal weapons but seeks Western technology to build a "pro-European army."

Keywords: [petro poroshenko](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petro-poroshenko.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [eastern ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eastern-ukraine.md), lethal weapons

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Geopolitics of Gas, Turkish Stream, Ukraine Debt Crisis (30:04–34:48)

The geopolitical struggle over gas pipelines continues as Russia shifts focus from the blocked South Stream to the "Turkish Stream" to bypass Ukraine. Analysts suggest that Ukraine may be "traded" in diplomatic negotiations between the U.S. and Russia, a fear seemingly confirmed by President Poroshenko's insistence that John Kerry briefed him on Moscow meetings. Additionally, Ukraine faces a looming 2016 deadline for a $3 billion bond payment to Russia.

Keywords: [south stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-stream.md), [turkish stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkish-stream.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), gas pipelines, bond payments

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Finland-Russia Tensions, Military Reservist Mobilization (34:49–36:34)

Tensions are rising between Finland and Russia as the Finnish military begins checking in with reservists to define their roles in the event of a skirmish. Russia has increased military exercises in the Baltic Sea near Finnish shores. Although neither nation is a NATO member, Northern European defense ministers have warned that the region must prepare for potential Russian incursions.

Keywords: [finland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finland.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [baltic sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baltic-sea.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [military exercises](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-exercises.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Donald P. Gregg, North Korea, Kim Jong-un Execution Rumors (36:36–39:43)

Former Ambassador Donald P. Gregg visited Seoul to discuss Korean reunification and his book "Potshards." In a televised interview, Gregg expressed skepticism regarding sensationalist reports of Kim Jong-un executing officials via anti-aircraft guns or dogs, suggesting these rumors lack logical benefit for the North Korean leader. Gregg argues for a more nuanced understanding of North Korean internal power consolidation.

Keywords: donald p gregg, [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [reunification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reunification.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/16.md)

### 17. ROKS Cheonan Sinking, Torpedo vs Mine Theories (39:45–44:12)

Donald P. Gregg revisited the 2010 sinking of the South Korean ship ROKS Cheonan, challenging the official narrative that a North Korean miniature submarine fired a torpedo. Gregg points to Russian investigations suggesting the damage was more consistent with a sea mine. He notes the improbability of a North Korean sub successfully attacking a ship during a joint U.S.-South Korean naval exercise.

Keywords: roks cheonan, [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), naval exercise, international new york times

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/17.md)

### 18. THAAD Deployment, Military Industrial Complex, Korean Geopolitics (44:12–48:34)

The deployment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system in South Korea is identified as a major driver of regional tension. While the U.S. frames the Lockheed Martin-contracted system as a defense against North Korea, China and Russia view it as a surveillance tool directed at them. The hosts argue that the "boogeyman" of North Korea is maintained to facilitate high-value military equipment sales.

Keywords: [thaad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thaad.md), [lockheed martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockheed-martin.md), [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/18.md)

### 19. CIA Torture Report, Panetta Review, Dianne Feinstein (48:36–52:25)

A PBS Frontline special detailed the conflict between the CIA and the Senate Intelligence Committee over the "Panetta Review," an internal CIA document that reportedly confirmed the Senate's findings that torture was ineffective. The CIA was accused of spying on Senate investigators to recover the document. Senator Dianne Feinstein eventually secured the report in a Senate vault, though it remains unreleased to the public.

Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), panetta review, [dianne feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dianne-feinstein.md), [torture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/torture.md), [senate intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-intelligence-committee.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Republican Oversight, Richard Burr, 6000-Page Senate Report (52:27–58:49)

Following the 2014 election, Republican Senator Richard Burr took control of the Intelligence Committee and moved to recall all copies of the 6,000-page classified torture report. Critics, including the podcast hosts, lambasted Republican members like Marco Rubio for refusing to read the Panetta Review. The situation is compared to the ongoing redaction of the "28 pages" from the original 9/11 Commission Report.

Keywords: [richard burr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-burr.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [senate intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-intelligence-committee.md), [classified](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified.md), [9/11 report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11-report.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/20.md)

### 21. No Agenda Executive Producers, Financial Support, Knighting Ceremony (58:50–1:08:52)

The hosts acknowledge significant financial contributions from "Executive Producers" under the value-for-value model. Bradley Charles contributed over $1,600 following a successful stock sale, while Shane Kirk donated $724 to join the "724 Club." Several individuals, including Sir Tim Nonomous and Lucas Teiema, were recognized for their support of the show's media deconstruction efforts.

Keywords: bradley charles, shane kirk, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/21.md)

### 22. European Meetups, No Agenda Racing Teams (1:08:53–1:10:39)

Host Adam Curry announced plans for a summer trip to the Netherlands and Germany, encouraging listeners to coordinate meetups in cities like Rotterdam and Frankfurt. Additionally, the show recognized its two racing teams, specifically wishing "racing karma" to Sir Andrew Gardner for a motorcycle race at Summit Point, West Virginia.

Keywords: [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), summit point, [motorcycle racing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/motorcycle-racing.md), [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/22.md)

### 23. TSA Badges, PayPal Banking, Eurovision vs AVN (1:10:39–1:14:27)

A brief discussion covers the history of TSA agents receiving "cookie cutter" badges and the hosts' preference for the AVN Awards over the Eurovision Song Contest. Technical advice is shared regarding PayPal, noting that linking an account to a bank checking account rather than a credit card can prevent recurring donation failures caused by card expiration dates.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [eurovision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision.md), [avn awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/avn-awards.md), [badges](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/badges.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Chris Roberts, Plane Hacking Claims, Eleanor Clift (1:14:28–1:19:04)

The "McLaughlin Group" recently debated claims by security researcher Chris Roberts, who alleged he could hack into flight controls via in-flight entertainment systems. While most pundits expressed alarm, Eleanor Clift dismissed the claims as "bullcrap." The hosts agree with Clift, arguing that while software vulnerabilities exist, the specific claim of making a plane fly sideways via a seatback screen is technically dubious.

Keywords: [chris roberts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-roberts.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), plane hacking, [mclaughlin group](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mclaughlin-group.md), [eleanor clift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eleanor-clift.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Guatemala Corruption Scandal, Pharmaceutical Influence, Democracy Now (1:19:04–1:21:32)

Guatemalan President Otto Pérez Molina fired several top officials following a corruption scandal involving rigged dialysis contracts. The hosts criticize "Democracy Now" for failing to name the specific pharmaceutical company involved in the scandal. They suggest that the heavy reliance on pharmaceutical advertising and underwriting in U.S. media prevents transparent reporting on the industry.

Keywords: otto perez molina, [guatemala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guatemala.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Topless Protests, Monsanto, San Francisco Demonstrations (1:21:34–1:24:17)

Protesters in San Francisco recently demonstrated topless to draw attention to women killed in police custody. The hosts contrast this with massive anti-Monsanto protests occurring across Europe, which have received minimal coverage in American media. They argue that the focus on "topless" tactics in the U.S. serves as a distraction from substantive global issues like GMO regulation.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), topless protest, [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [bay area](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bay-area.md), [activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/activism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/26.md)

### 27. The Talk, Racial Stereotypes, Cannes Film Festival Heels (1:24:18–1:26:58)

The CBS show "The Talk" is criticized for its portrayal of comedian Sheryl Underwood, which the hosts describe as an offensive "black mama" stereotype. The conversation shifts to the Cannes Film Festival, where a controversy erupted over a rule requiring women to wear high heels on the red carpet, even in cases of physical disability.

Keywords: [the talk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-talk.md), cheryl underwood, [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [cannes film festival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cannes-film-festival.md), [stereotypes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stereotypes.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Barack Obama, Jewish Heritage Month, Mark Levin (1:26:58–1:31:22)

President Obama spoke at a Jewish gathering for Jewish Heritage Month, jokingly referring to himself as an "honorary member of the tribe." He referenced his two Jewish chiefs of staff and his history of hosting White House Seders. Right-wing talk show hosts, including Mark Levin, criticized the speech as disrespectful or indicative of the President's broader policy failures.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), jeff goldberg, jewish heritage month, [mark levin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-levin.md), [yiddish](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yiddish.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Entomophagy, Cricket Flour, Monsanto Marketing (1:31:23–1:34:20)

The push for "entomophagy" (eating insects) is framed as a potential marketing pivot for major food corporations like Monsanto. One host shares an anecdote about his daughter and her friend willingly eating packaged grasshoppers, suggesting that younger generations are being "programmed" to accept insect-based proteins like cricket flour in common foods like cupcakes.

Keywords: [entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entomophagy.md), [cricket flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cricket-flour.md), [gmos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmos.md), [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [trader joe's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trader-joe-s.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Space Resources Act, Asteroid Mining, Property Rights (1:34:21–1:39:33)

The U.S. House of Representatives is considering HR 1508, the "Space Resources Act of 2015," which aims to establish a legal framework for private property rights in space. The bill would allow commercial entities to own resources, such as platinum or gold, extracted from asteroids. Critics note this may conflict with the 1967 Outer Space Treaty regarding international claims.

Keywords: hr 1508, space resources act, asteroid mining, [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [property rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/property-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/30.md)

### 31. International Flag of Planet Earth, Space Representation (1:39:34–1:41:43)

A new "International Flag of Planet Earth" has been proposed for use by astronauts to represent humanity rather than individual nations during space exploration. The design features seven intertwined rings on a blue background. The hosts mock the design and the concept of a "Planetary Federation," suggesting it may have "Illuminati" symbolic roots.

Keywords: international flag of planet earth, space travel, planetary federation, [symbolism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symbolism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Yoko Ono, Hillary Clinton, 1970s Romantic Fling Claim (1:41:44–1:43:22)

A report claims that artist Yoko Ono admitted to having a brief romantic fling with Hillary Clinton in the 1970s while Clinton was a student at Yale. Ono allegedly made the comments at a Museum of Modern Art exhibition, stating that they shared values regarding sexual equality and fighting patriarchal society. The hosts express skepticism about the report's credibility.

Keywords: [yoko ono](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yoko-ono.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [1970s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1970s.md), [lgbt rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbt-rights.md), museum of modern art

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Hillary Clinton, Monica Langley, Personal Space Invasion (1:43:25–1:45:51)

Leaked emails from Clinton aides describe an interview with Monica Langley of The Economist where Langley reportedly "invaded" Hillary Clinton's personal space. The emails claim Langley moved her chair within inches of the Secretary, touched her knee repeatedly, and asked what she "dreams about." The behavior was described by staff as "unacceptable in any culture."

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), monica langley, economist magazine, email leaks, [personal space](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/personal-space.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Benghazi Emails, FBI Classification, Irish Marriage Referendum (1:45:53–1:48:43)

The State Department released 300 emails related to the 2012 Benghazi attack, one of which the FBI requested be retroactively labeled "secret." Hillary Clinton maintains there was no security breach. Separately, the hosts briefly mention the Irish referendum on gay marriage, framing it as part of a broader global cultural shift.

Keywords: [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ireland.md), [gay marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-marriage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Donor Acknowledgments, 724 Club, Media Deconstruction (1:48:45–1:59:32)

The hosts conclude the donor segment by thanking contributors like Dmitry Rabinovich and Sir Craig Kuttner. They discuss the "724 Club" and the success of recent episodes, noting that listeners have found the analysis of President Obama's Coast Guard speech particularly insightful. The segment ends with a defense of the show's cover art against claims of being "unshareable" in professional environments.

Keywords: dmitry rabinovich, craig kuttner, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), 724 club, [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Millennial Listeners, Birthday Mentions, Knighting Ceremony (1:59:33–2:03:18)

A 20-year-old listener writes in to defend "Millennials," describing himself as an eloquent, musically literate individual who avoids "vocal fry." The hosts then perform a formal knighting ceremony for Bradley Charles, Shane Kirk, William Smock, and Lucas Teyema, welcoming them to the "No Agenda Round Table" and promising them official signet rings.

Keywords: [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [signet rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-rings.md), [round table](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-table.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/36.md)

### 37. ISIS, Palmyra, Middle East Pipeline Geopolitics (2:03:20–2:11:52)

The fall of Palmyra to ISIS is analyzed not as a loss of "antiquities," but as a strategic move to control the Iran-Iraq-Syria pipeline route. Senator John McCain has called for 10,000 U.S. ground troops to intervene. The hosts argue that the conflict is driven by competing pipeline interests between Qatar and Iran, with ISIS serving as a tool to isolate the Assad regime.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [palmyra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palmyra.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), qatar pipeline, [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/37.md)

### 38. DIA Document, Salafist Principality, Staged ISIS Videos (2:11:53–2:19:45)

A 2012 Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) document suggests that Western powers and their allies desired the establishment of a "Salafist Principality" in Eastern Syria to isolate the Syrian government. The hosts argue that the rise of the "Islamic State" was a calculated geopolitical setup. They further claim that ISIS propaganda videos are often staged, using "plaster" statues and masked actors to manipulate Western public opinion.

Keywords: [dia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dia.md), salafist principality, [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [fake news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-news.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Saudi Bombing in Yemen, Qatar World Cup Human Rights (2:19:47–2:25:15)

Saudi Arabia continues its bombing campaign in Yemen, recently striking an international aid office. Meanwhile, a BBC film crew was arrested and interrogated in Qatar while attempting to investigate the living conditions of migrant workers building World Cup infrastructure. The hosts suggest that international news agencies like ITN are often used as conduits for state-sponsored "tradecraft" and propaganda.

Keywords: [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [press freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-freedom.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/39.md)

### 40. UK Child Abuse Scandal, Institutional Failures, Health Crisis (2:25:17–2:27:45)

UK police are investigating over 1,400 prominent men, including 76 politicians and 135 TV personalities, for historic child sex abuse. The investigation follows the 2012 Jimmy Savile scandal and involves over 350 institutions, including schools and prisons. The hosts characterize the epidemic of abuse as a "health crisis" rooted in the British class structure.

Keywords: [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [jimmy savile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-savile.md), [child abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-abuse.md), [politicians](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politicians.md), [health crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-crisis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/40.md)

### 41. AVN Awards Interviews, World Peace Claims (2:27:45–2:30:24)

A clip from a Showtime special on the AVN Awards features adult film performers claiming that their activities could lead to "world peace." The hosts mock the "screwy worldview" of the industry and the absurdity of the performers' logic. This segment is presented as a "low point" in the show's media deconstruction.

Keywords: [avn awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/avn-awards.md), [pornography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pornography.md), world peace, [showtime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/showtime.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/41.md)

### 42. KFC Colonel Sanders Commercial, Leap Second Havoc (2:30:25–2:32:06)

A new KFC commercial featuring a "phony" Colonel Sanders is criticized for its bizarre dialogue. Separately, financial markets are preparing for a "leap second" to be added on June 30th. NASDAQ reports that traders are concerned the one-second time change could cause havoc in high-frequency "flash trading" systems, drawing comparisons to the Y2K bug.

Keywords: [kfc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kfc.md), colonel sanders, [leap second](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leap-second.md), [nasdaq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasdaq.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Google Mobile Ads, Roomba Failures, CES Snub (2:32:07–2:37:48)

Google is preparing to launch "click-to-buy" mobile search ads, which the hosts argue will further degrade the mobile user experience. The discussion transitions to "Roomba" vacuum cleaners, which are criticized for being ineffective and replacing human labor. One host recounts being thrown out of an iRobot booth at CES, leading to a personal "beef" with the company.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [roomba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roomba.md), [irobot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irobot.md), [ces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ces.md), [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Tomorrowland Movie, Global Warming Propaganda, Show Sign-off (2:37:49–2:43:12)

The George Clooney film "Tomorrowland" is described as a vehicle for global warming propaganda, equating climate change with the dystopian futures of Orwell and Huxley. The hosts play a clip from Martin Kaplan of the Norman Lear Foundation, who discusses how his organization successfully embeds specific social "storylines" into popular television shows. The episode concludes with a final thank you to the "No Agenda" producers.

Keywords: tomorrowland, [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [norman lear foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norman-lear-foundation.md), [martin kaplan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-kaplan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/44.md)

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