# Cricket Flour

> Federal authorities dismantle a global soccer bribery ring as the White House rebrands climate skepticism as a threat to the American military and national security.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 725
- **Published:** 2015-05-30
- **Length:** 2h 48m
- **Topics:** FIFA Scandal, SpaceX Military, Climate Security, [Cricket Flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cricket-flour.md), iPhone Crash, Texas Floods
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour

## About this episode

Attorney General Loretta Lynch and FBI Director James Comey have launched a massive 47-count indictment against FIFA officials, alleging $150 million in bribes and racketeering. The investigation into the 2022 Qatar World Cup selection has sparked international tension, with Russian President Vladimir Putin accusing the United States of meddling in foreign jurisdictions. As the FBI targets soccer executives from CONCACAF and CONMEBOL, questions remain regarding potential links between the Clinton Foundation and the selection of Russia for the 2018 tournament.

President Barack Obama declared climate change a national security threat at the Coast Guard Academy, framing skepticism as a dereliction of military duty. Meanwhile, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season with only three to six storms, a forecast that complicates the media narrative surrounding the recent catastrophic flooding in Austin, Texas. In the tech sector, the U.S. Air Force certified Elon Musk and SpaceX to compete for military satellite launches, breaking a decade-long monopoly held by the Boeing-Lockheed Martin joint venture. Simultaneously, Apple is scrambling to patch a Unicode glitch that allows a specific string of Arabic characters to crash the iOS notification system.

Neil deGrasse Tyson pitches a Hollywood asteroid movie to Charlie Rose while Bill Nye collects a $35,000 fee for a Rutgers commencement speech. Kelly Ripa shares an elitist anecdote about her son simulating homelessness through urban camping in Manhattan, only to be saved by his celebrity status. The episode concludes with a knighting ceremony for Sir T and Sir Bowling, featuring the traditional rewards of chardonnay and relationship karma.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/transcript.md.

### 1. Texas Flooding and Austin Weather Conditions (0:00–2:10)

Severe flooding in Texas has resulted in 12 deaths and several people missing, with Lamar Boulevard in Austin being submerged. While the event is significant, it is noted that building on floodplains contributes to the recurring nature of these disasters. Weather forecasts predict continued rain in the region through the first half of June.

Keywords: [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [flooding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flooding.md), [weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather.md), [fema region 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-region-6.md), lamar boulevard

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Climate Change Protests and Fossil Fuel Divestment (2:11–4:22)

Protesters in San Marcos, Texas, and Santa Barbara, California, are linking extreme weather and oil spills to the activities of fossil fuel companies. In Bellingham, Washington, activists suspended themselves from an anchor chain to oppose Shell's Arctic drilling plans. Simultaneously, the University of Hawaii voted to divest its $66 million endowment from fossil fuels.

Keywords: [san marcos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-marcos.md), fossil fuel, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [santa barbara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-barbara.md), university of hawaii, [shell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/2.md)

### 3. MSNBC Climate Change Coverage and Terminology Shifts (4:22–5:50)

MSNBC host Chris Matthews and Dr. Jeffrey Sachs of Columbia University discuss how climate change contributes to simultaneous weather extremes, such as Texas floods and California droughts. A shift in vernacular is observed where the term "man-made global warming" has been largely replaced by the broader term "climate change" in media discourse.

Keywords: [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [jeffrey sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-sachs.md), [columbia university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/columbia-university.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast and NOAA Predictions (6:15–7:50)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a forecast for a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season, predicting only three to six hurricanes. This outlook contrasts with previous years' expectations of worsening storms following Hurricane Katrina. The use of "weasel words" in government weather predictions is highlighted as a point of skepticism.

Keywords: [noaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noaa.md), [hurricane season](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-season.md), [katrina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katrina.md), [atlantic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atlantic.md), [weather forecasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-forecasting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Weather Versus Climate Debate and Polar Vortex (7:51–9:42)

A distinction is made between weather and climate, noting that proponents of climate change theory often conflate the two when extreme heat occurs but use terms like "polar vortex" to explain extreme cold. The naming of "Superstorm Sandy" is characterized as a tactic used by insurance companies to avoid payouts associated with hurricane designations.

Keywords: [superstorm sandy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superstorm-sandy.md), [weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather.md), [climate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [insurance companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance-companies.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/5.md)

### 6. President Obama on Climate Change and National Security (9:43–12:53)

President Barack Obama delivered a speech at the Coast Guard Academy asserting that climate change is an immediate risk to national security. He characterized the denial of climate change as a "dereliction of duty" for military leadership. This stance effectively frames skeptics of man-made climate change as potential enemies of the state.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), coast guard academy, [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md), [potus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/potus.md), dereliction of duty

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/6.md)

### 7. The Young Turks on Republican Climate Skepticism (12:54–17:06)

The Young Turks YouTube channel features a discussion regarding the divide between Democrats and the "insane right-wing Tea Party" over climate science. The commentators argue that skeptics ignore the consensus of 30,000 scientists and suggest that religious beliefs prevent conservatives from accepting scientific facts.

Keywords: the young tyrks, [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republicans.md), [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [experts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/experts.md), [religion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Jules Feiffer on Government Distrust and Language (17:08–19:45)

Cartoonist Jules Feiffer discusses how the distrust of government currently seen in the Tea Party actually originated on the American left during the 1950s and 60s. He cites government lies regarding the safety of underground nuclear tests as the catalyst for his satirical work. The "question authority" mantra has since migrated across the political spectrum.

Keywords: jules feiffer, [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [nuclear tests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-tests.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [question authority](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/question-authority.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/8.md)

### 9. PBS Standing On Sacred Ground and Ancient Wisdom (19:46–21:15)

A new PBS series titled "Standing On Sacred Ground" explores highland cultures in Ethiopia and Peru. The program attempts to link ancient indigenous wisdom with modern efforts to fight intolerance and climate change. Critics argue this represents a new form of secular religion that reinterprets myths to fit modern political agendas.

Keywords: [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [ethiopia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethiopia.md), [peru](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peru.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), ancient wisdom, standing on sacred ground

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Journalistic Balance (21:16–27:20)

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson appeared on Charlie Rose to discuss "science deniers" and the role of journalism. Tyson argues that journalists should not give equal time to fringe perspectives on established scientific truths, such as climate change. He suggests that "emergent truths" should be reported without the obligation of providing a balanced platform for skeptics.

Keywords: [neil degrasse tyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-degrasse-tyson.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), hayden planetarium, science deniers, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Carl Sagan's 1996 Warning on Science and Skepticism (27:21–33:18)

A 1996 interview features Carl Sagan warning about a society based on technology that no one understands. Sagan emphasized that science is a way of skeptically interrogating authority and that an uneducated public is vulnerable to political or religious charlatans. Neil deGrasse Tyson's modern interpretation of these words is contrasted with Sagan's original intent.

Keywords: carl sagan, [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [skepticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skepticism.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Bill Nye's Commencement Speech and Comedy Central Appearance (33:18–35:37)

Bill Nye received a $35,000 fee for a commencement speech at Rutgers University, a practice typically done for an honorary degree. Nye also appeared in a sketch on Amy Schumer's Comedy Central show regarding the universe. The segment mocks the idea of the universe "sending signals" to individuals for mundane life choices.

Keywords: [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [rutgers university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rutgers-university.md), [amy schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-schumer.md), [comedy central](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy-central.md), [commencement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commencement.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Space Exploration Funding and Mars Colonization (35:38–39:02)

Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses the political motivations behind space funding, noting that the U.S. went to the moon primarily as a Cold War power move rather than for pure exploration. He suggests that if a memo leaked claiming China intended to build military bases on Mars, the Pentagon would fund a Mars mission within months.

Keywords: [mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mars.md), [space exploration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-exploration.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [moon landing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-landing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Neil deGrasse Tyson's Asteroid Movie Pitch (39:02–43:35)

Neil deGrasse Tyson pitches a science fiction movie plot to Charlie Rose involving a killer asteroid threatening Earth. In the story, the global threat forces warring nations to unite and combine their technologies to build a deflection device. The narrative is criticized as a cliché Hollywood trope used to promote globalist cooperation.

Keywords: [asteroid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asteroid.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technology.md), global unity

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/14.md)

### 15. No Agenda Episode 725 Introduction and Mr. T Donation (43:36–46:58)

The hosts open episode 725 of No Agenda from Austin and Northern Silicon Valley. A donor identified as Mr. T from Pennsylvania contributes $1,010.10, requesting "time machine karma" to be sent back to the beginning of 2014 to help him through a difficult personal period.

Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), mr. t, [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Producer Donations and Relationship Karma Requests (47:01–51:20)

Producers Alex Button, John Cox, and Sir Edward Sheets contribute to the show, requesting various forms of karma for jobs, babies, and relationships. Sir Edward Sheets, a cigar connoisseur, requests an update to his title to "Sir Sheets of the Cuban Leaf." The hosts discuss the need for a specific "relationship karma" sound effect.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), brewerton, [cigars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cigars.md), [scotch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scotch.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/16.md)

### 17. University of Nevada Reno and Ebola Pins (51:21–53:58)

A student at the University of Nevada Reno expresses frustration with the "douchebaggery" and propagation of media memes like Ebola and ISIS on campus. One of the hosts discovers an old "Tackle Ebola" ribbon pin on his desk, noting how the media focus on the virus has completely vanished.

Keywords: [reno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reno.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), college campus, [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/17.md)

### 18. No Agenda Novels and Scott McKenzie (53:59–55:29)

Author Scott McKenzie has released a new No Agenda-themed short story titled "Conscience for Sale" on the Amazon Kindle store. The story involves a consultant at the White House dealing with the outsourcing of war decisions. McKenzie is also working on a novel titled "The Boy with Involuntary Social Network Disorder."

Keywords: [scott mckenzie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-mckenzie.md), [amazon kindle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-kindle.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), novels

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Marijuana Dealer Anecdote and the Attorney General (55:28–59:33)

A personal anecdote describes an encounter with a marijuana dealer named Danny who used an envelope addressed to the Attorney General of the United States to transport drugs. The narrator later discovered the envelope actually contained Danny's child support bank checks, leading to a realization that the marijuana might have been accidentally mailed to the government.

Keywords: [marijuana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana.md), [attorney general](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/attorney-general.md), [facebook messenger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook-messenger.md), child support, [bank checks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-checks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/19.md)

### 20. The Queen's Speech and UK Sovereignty (59:36–1:05:22)

Queen Elizabeth II delivered the Queen's Speech to Parliament, outlining the government's legislative agenda under David Cameron. The speech emphasized "my government" repeatedly, covering topics like NHS reform, high-speed rail, and a British Bill of Rights. A key highlight was the commitment to renegotiate the UK's relationship with the European Union.

Keywords: [queen elizabeth ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queen-elizabeth-ii.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), [parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parliament.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/20.md)

### 21. EU Military Missions and Migrant Quotas (1:05:23–1:07:47)

EU leaders have authorized military missions in the Mediterranean to intercept boats smuggling migrants from North Africa. The plan involves destroying smuggling vessels and implementing a quota system to distribute migrants across the 28 member nations. This system is characterized by critics as a form of state-sanctioned human trafficking.

Keywords: [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [mediterranean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mediterranean.md), [human trafficking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-trafficking.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Thom Hartmann and Chinese Cat Food (1:07:49–1:10:17)

Radio host Thom Hartmann is campaigning for stricter food labeling laws following the death of his cat, Higgins. Hartmann blames unregulated Chinese cat food for the animal's death and criticizes the World Trade Organization for ruling against American country-of-origin labeling requirements.

Keywords: [thom hartmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thom-hartmann.md), [wto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wto.md), labeling laws, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [pesticides](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pesticides.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Michael Butler and French Butchery Techniques (1:10:17–1:13:36)

Michael Butler, a friend of the show, has taken up amateur butchery in Marin County after being inspired by Michael Pollan's writing. He is learning to process whole animals, such as pigs, and is exploring "French cuts" of meat, which differ significantly from standard American butchery styles found in modern grocery stores.

Keywords: [michael butler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-butler.md), [butchery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/butchery.md), [marin county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marin-county.md), french cuts, [michael pollan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-pollan.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Email Marketing and the Analysis Truncation (1:13:37–1:16:07)

A humorous incident is recounted regarding a No Agenda newsletter with the subject line "Your Best Analysis." On iPhones and Gmail, the subject line was truncated to "Your Best Anal," leading to jokes about high open rates and bypassing spam filters despite the suggestive phrasing.

Keywords: [email marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email-marketing.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [spam filters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam-filters.md), [gmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmail.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/24.md)

### 25. FIFA Corruption Scandal and FBI Arrests (1:16:09–1:22:16)

Attorney General Loretta Lynch announced a massive FBI crackdown on FIFA officials, involving $150 million in bribes and kickbacks. Nine top officials were accused of racketeering and wire fraud related to World Cup hosting votes, including the controversial 2022 selection of Qatar. Arrests were made in Zurich, Switzerland, in coordination with Swiss authorities.

Keywords: [fifa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifa.md), [loretta lynch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loretta-lynch.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [brian ross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-ross.md), [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Loretta Lynch and James Comey on Soccer Integrity (1:22:19–1:28:11)

Attorney General Loretta Lynch and FBI Director James Comey held a press conference detailing a 47-count indictment against soccer officials from CONCACAF and CONMEBOL. Comey described soccer as an "egalitarian sport" that was hijacked by corrupt executives. The investigation covers two decades of bribery involving media rights and tournament sponsorships.

Keywords: [loretta lynch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loretta-lynch.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), concacaf, [racketeering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racketeering.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Clinton Foundation and Russian World Cup Links (1:28:11–1:31:08)

Speculation arises regarding the Clinton Foundation's potential links to the FIFA scandal, though mainstream media has largely ignored this angle. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized the U.S. investigation as meddling outside its jurisdiction. U.S. Senators, including John McCain, have called for FIFA head Sepp Blatter to resign over his support for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Keywords: [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [sepp blatter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sepp-blatter.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Israel-Palestine Conflict Within FIFA (1:31:08–1:35:12)

The Palestinian Football Association is seeking to have Israel suspended from FIFA, citing restrictions on the movement of Palestinian players and the presence of Israeli teams in the West Bank. FIFA President Sepp Blatter has attempted to mediate the conflict, suggesting a "peace match" in Zurich, but the U.S. indictment of FIFA officials is viewed by some as a move to protect Israeli interests within the organization.

Keywords: [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [sepp blatter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sepp-blatter.md), [zurich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zurich.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Walker Art Museum and Intangible Art Sales (1:35:18–1:41:41)

The Walker Art Museum in Minneapolis has begun selling "intangibles," which are artistic experiences rather than physical objects. Examples include a private dance performance in a park or temporary photographs sent via Snapchat for $400. A PBS report on the trend mistakenly mentioned a customer purchasing a "zip drive," a technology that has been obsolete for over a decade.

Keywords: [minneapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minneapolis.md), walker art museum, [snapchat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snapchat.md), zip drive, intangibles

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Cricket Flour Cupcakes and Hillary Clinton's Hair (1:41:41–1:45:24)

The trend of using "cricket flour" in baked goods like chocolate zucchini cupcakes is discussed as a growing food fad. In political news, Hillary Clinton made headlines by joking that she has been coloring her hair for years and will not turn white while in the White House, a comment that drew sycophantic laughter from supporters.

Keywords: [cricket flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cricket-flour.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [cupcakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cupcakes.md), [bugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bugs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Campaign Cash and the Political Kingmaker Scam (1:45:25–1:48:56)

With George Pataki and Rick Santorum joining the crowded field of presidential candidates, the financial motivations of long-shot campaigns are examined. Under FEC rules, surplus campaign funds can be transferred to future committees or used to support other candidates, allowing unsuccessful politicians to maintain influence as "kingmakers" and continue traveling on private jets.

Keywords: george pataki, [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), kingmaker, [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md), [private jets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-jets.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/31.md)

### 32. USA Freedom Act and Patriot Act Extension (1:48:57–1:55:14)

Attorney General Loretta Lynch urged the Senate to pass the USA Freedom Act to prevent a lapse in surveillance tools. While marketed as a reform bill, Section 701 of the act effectively extends the sunset provisions of the Patriot Act until December 31, 2017. The bill also includes liability protection and indemnification for telecommunications companies that provide "tangible things" to the government.

Keywords: [loretta lynch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loretta-lynch.md), [fisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa.md), [usa freedom act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-freedom-act.md), [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Buzz Aldrin's Performance at Destination Imagination (1:55:16–1:57:46)

Astronaut Buzz Aldrin gave a keynote speech at the 2015 Destination Imagination Global Finals in Knoxville, Tennessee. A listener report suggests Aldrin's performance was unusual, leading to speculation about his state during the event. The program is a joint NASA-Disney initiative designed to inspire children to pursue interests in space exploration.

Keywords: [buzz aldrin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-aldrin.md), [knoxville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knoxville.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), destination imagination

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Ham Radio Community and Ham Nation (1:57:46–2:03:49)

The hosts discuss the growing interest in ham radio among the audience, noting that many listeners are obtaining their licenses. One host checked into the "Ham Nation" after-show net on a digital reflector. While the show "Ham Nation" is praised for its technical content, it is noted that the program is heavily influenced by its sponsor, Icom.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), bob hile, [d-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md), [icom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icom.md), [ham nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-nation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Knighting Ceremony and Executive Producer Credits (2:03:53–2:08:11)

A formal knighting ceremony is held for major donors Mr. T, Brian Waltersdorf, and Michael Bowling. They are granted titles such as Sir T and Sir Bowling. The ceremony includes the traditional list of "Hookers and Blow, Rent Boys and Chardonnay," and other rewards for those who contribute $1,000 or more to the show's production.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [single malt scotch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/single-malt-scotch.md), [cuban cigars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuban-cigars.md), [roundtable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundtable.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Reddit Free Speech Policy and Tor Funding (2:08:13–2:10:08)

Reddit CEO Ellen Pao stated that the platform's goal is not to be a "completely free speech platform," signaling a move toward more aggressive moderation of bullying and harassment. Conversely, Reddit has become an official funding partner of the Tor Project, an initiative focused on online anonymity and privacy.

Keywords: [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [ellen pao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ellen-pao.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [tor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tor.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Singapore Airlines Engine Failure Incident (2:10:10–2:12:25)

A Singapore Airlines Airbus A330 experienced a dual engine failure while cruising at 39,000 feet en route to Shanghai. The aircraft descended 13,000 feet before pilots were able to restart the Rolls-Royce engines. Mechanics found nothing unusual upon landing, leaving the cause of the simultaneous flame-out under investigation.

Keywords: [singapore airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/singapore-airlines.md), airbus a330, rolls-royce, [shanghai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shanghai.md), [engine failure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/engine-failure.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/37.md)

### 38. iPhone Text Crash Bug and Unicode Glitch (2:12:25–2:14:34)

Apple is working on a fix for a messaging bug that causes iPhones to crash and restart when they receive a specific string of Arabic characters. The glitch is tied to how the iOS notification system handles Unicode. Users with notifications turned off appear to be unaffected by the "malware-like" string.

Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [malware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malware.md), [unicode](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unicode.md), arabic characters

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Vint Cerf on IPv6 and Google's User Philosophy (2:14:36–2:20:13)

Google VP and "Father of the Internet" Vint Cerf is advocating for the rapid adoption of IPv6 to accommodate the 50 billion devices expected in the Internet of Things by 2020. Cerf's history with MCI Mail is cited as evidence of Google's "arrogant" philosophy of shutting down services regardless of long-term user reliance.

Keywords: [vint cerf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vint-cerf.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [ipv6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipv6.md), mci mail, [internet of things](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-of-things.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Buffer Bloat and Netflix Streaming Issues (2:20:14–2:23:57)

Vint Cerf explains that many streaming delays attributed to net neutrality issues are actually caused by "buffer bloat" in home routers. This occurs when a router's memory fills up faster than it can transmit data, leading to retransmissions and congestion. This technical differential is often misunderstood by the public as intentional ISP throttling.

Keywords: [vint cerf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vint-cerf.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), buffer bloat, [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [routers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/routers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Smartphone Habits and Video Consumption Trends (2:23:58–2:26:36)

Research shows that 87% of young adults always have their smartphones with them, with many reaching for the device immediately upon waking. A Cisco study predicts that 80% of global internet consumption will be video-based within five years. One host shares that turning off all phone notifications has significantly improved battery life and reduced "Pavlovian responses."

Keywords: [smartphones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smartphones.md), [battery life](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-life.md), [cisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisco.md), [video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/video.md), [notifications](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/notifications.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Paul Krugman on the Technological Productivity Gap (2:26:36–2:28:11)

New York Times economist Paul Krugman published a column titled "The Big Meh," arguing that despite the hype surrounding iPhones and the Internet of Things, technological advances have not significantly boosted the U.S. economy. Krugman asserts that economic growth has reverted to the sluggish trends seen in the 1970s and 1980s.

Keywords: [paul krugman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-krugman.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economy.md), [productivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/productivity.md), [internet of things](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-of-things.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/42.md)

### 43. SpaceX Military Certification and Boeing Competition (2:28:11–2:30:22)

The U.S. Air Force has certified Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch military and spy satellites, breaking a monopoly held by a Boeing-Lockheed Martin joint venture since 2006. This move places SpaceX in direct competition for billions of dollars in defense contracts, potentially escalating a corporate war between the aerospace giants.

Keywords: [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [air force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-force.md), [satellites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellites.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/43.md)

### 44. No Agenda Slack and IRC Context (2:30:24–2:32:28)

The show has launched a No Agenda Slack channel, which functions as a modern web-based front end for IRC-style communication. The platform allows for archived, searchable discussions and integration with various clients. The hosts discuss the importance of "context" in digital communication platforms.

Keywords: [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [irc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irc.md), xmpp, [chatroom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatroom.md), [context](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/context.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/44.md)

### 45. PBS Frontline and Syrian War Propaganda (2:32:29–2:34:58)

A recent PBS Frontline episode is criticized as a propaganda piece promoting "boots on the ground" in Syria. The program repeated debunked claims about the Syrian government's use of chlorine gas, which independent reports have attributed to rebel forces. The absence of Obama administration officials in the program was noted, with General Martin Dempsey being the primary interviewee.

Keywords: [pbs frontline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-frontline.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [chlorine gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chlorine-gas.md), [obama administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-administration.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Bob Woodward and Iraq War Revisionism (2:34:58–2:37:32)

Journalist Bob Woodward is accused of rewriting history regarding the Iraq War by claiming that President George W. Bush did not lie about weapons of mass destruction. This contradicts public testimony from officials like Paul Wolfowitz, who claimed to know the specific locations of buried weapons. Woodward's narrative is characterized as a "CIA show" designed to forgive past intelligence failures.

Keywords: [bob woodward](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-woodward.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [wmd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wmd.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Six-Week Cycle and ISIS Nuclear Claims (2:37:34–2:42:19)

As the June 1st Patriot Act expiration approaches, the hosts predict a "six-week cycle" of media scares. Current narratives include ISIS hostage John Cantlie claiming the group has funds to acquire a nuclear weapon for an EMP attack. Other potential incidents include tensions in the South China Sea and the release of the Aurora theater shooter's "MKUltra-style" notebooks.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [john cantlie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-cantlie.md), [emp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emp.md), [south china sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-china-sea.md), [mkultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mkultra.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Kelly Ripa and Elitist Urban Camping (2:42:22–2:46:39)

Talk show host Kelly Ripa described a "life experience" trip where her son and other private school students went "urban camping" in Manhattan without money to simulate homelessness. The anecdote is criticized as extremely elitist, especially after Ripa revealed the "lesson" her son learned was being recognized as a celebrity's child in a diner, which resulted in a free meal.

Keywords: [kelly ripa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kelly-ripa.md), [michael strahan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-strahan.md), [manhattan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manhattan.md), [homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md), [private school](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-school.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Episode 725 Outro and Drone Montage (2:46:40–2:48:57)

The hosts sign off from FEMA Region 6 in Austin and Northern Silicon Valley, thanking the live stream audience and chat room. The episode concludes with a satirical "drone" music montage and a clip of Joe Biden, ending with the show's signature "Adios Mofo" sign-off.

Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [drone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone.md), [adios mofo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofo.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/49.md)

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