# Solution Space

> Alarmist climate predictions meet historical reality as federal data breaches and secret trade negotiations reveal the hidden mechanics of global governance and corporate influence.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 730
- **Published:** 2015-06-14
- **Length:** 2h 47m
- **Topics:** [OPM Hack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opm-hack.md), [Iron Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-dome.md), TPP Trade, Climate Rhetoric, [Opioid Crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opioid-crisis.md), Camel Urine, NLP Tactics
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space

## About this episode

Neil deGrasse Tyson and Larry King face scrutiny for their climate change rhetoric as the hosts debunk alarmist environmental predictions from 2008. The segment contrasts Tyson’s claims of a new normal in extreme weather with historical data on New York City hurricanes, including the 1821 storm and the 1938 Long Island Express, which produced higher surges than Superstorm Sandy.

White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest and General Martin Dempsey announce a fifth military base in Iraq to train Sunni tribal fighters using specific linguistic tactics. Meanwhile, Associated Press reporter Matt Lee challenges the State Department over shifting Iranian nuclear inspection requirements. The Office of Personnel Management confirms a massive Chinese cyberattack on federal records, while Cisco CEO John Chambers promotes the Internet of Things to Charlie Rose. In the trade sector, Congressman Peter DeFazio warns that the Trans-Pacific Partnership allows corporations to bypass domestic laws through secret tribunals.

Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell addresses the opioid crisis and the 259 million prescriptions fueling it while using corporate jargon like solution space. The episode takes a bizarre turn with reports of camel urine shampoo in the Middle East and a viral hippo escape in Tbilisi. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak also expose artificial sound effects used in promotional videos for the Rafael Iron Dome defense system.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/transcript.md.

### 1. Tbilisi Hippo Escape, Retro Games and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (0:00–2:31)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show discussing a viral photo of a hippo roaming the streets of Tbilisi, Georgia, following a zoo flood. The conversation shifts to childhood games like Hungry Hungry Hippos and Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots. They introduce the concept of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) as a form of mind control and behavioral suggestion popularized by figures like Tony Robbins.

Keywords: [tbilisi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tbilisi.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), hippos, hungry hungry hippos, [neuro-linguistic programming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neuro-linguistic-programming.md), [nlp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nlp.md), [tony robbins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-robbins.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Charlie Rose, NLP Analysis and Dog Emotional Sophistication (2:32–6:18)

The hosts analyze a clip of Charlie Rose, suggesting he is using NLP techniques or experiencing a "short circuit" while reading a report. The report, sourced from The Straits Times of Singapore, discusses Japanese research into the emotional sophistication of dogs. The study claims dogs refuse food from people who are mean to their owners, which the hosts mock as nonsensical or poorly structured.

Keywords: [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [nlp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nlp.md), straits times, [singapore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/singapore.md), dog behavior, japanese researchers

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/2.md)

### 3. TSA Roller Sound Mystery, Karma Jingle and NA Funnies (6:19–9:45)

Adam Curry clarifies a mystery sound from a previous episode's TSA clip, identifying it as the sound of airport security rollers. The sound is noted for its similarity to the show's "Karma" jingle. They also discuss a two-hour supercut titled "NA Funnies" sent in by Sir Cyber, which compiles humorous moments from the last 100 episodes of the podcast.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [airport security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md), [karma jingle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma-jingle.md), [sir cyber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-cyber.md), na funnies, [podcast production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-production.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Al Sharpton "Ass Tick" Anecdote and Morning Zoo Humor (9:47–12:19)

The hosts recall a specific humorous clip involving Al Sharpton and an "ass tick" reference that they struggled to locate. They discuss the "NA Funnies" compilation's style, noting it resembles a "Morning Zoo" radio format. They decide to save the two-hour supercut as "evergreen" content to be aired when they are unable to produce a live show.

Keywords: [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), ass tick, [morning zoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-zoo.md), [clip show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clip-show.md), [evergreen content](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evergreen-content.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Neil deGrasse Tyson, Larry King and Climate Change Rhetoric (12:20–19:01)

Neil deGrasse Tyson appears on Larry King's Ora TV network to discuss climate change and legislative denial. The hosts criticize Tyson's rhetoric, specifically his use of the phrase "recipe for disaster" and his comments on the state of American freedom. They mock Larry King's interviewing style and Tyson's lack of specific expertise in climatology.

Keywords: [neil degrasse tyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-degrasse-tyson.md), [larry king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-king.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), ora tv, [carlos slim](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carlos-slim.md), [astrophysics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astrophysics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/5.md)

### 6. California Drought, Holistic Systems and Weather Extremes (19:02–25:40)

Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses the California drought and the need for holistic water management, such as using graywater for lawns. He argues that human-caused climate change is leading to a "new normal" of extreme weather where wet areas get wetter and dry areas get drier. The hosts analyze his delivery as a form of NLP designed to disarm the listener.

Keywords: [california drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-drought.md), potable water, graywater, [neil degrasse tyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-degrasse-tyson.md), weather extremes, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/6.md)

### 7. New York City Hurricane History, Superstorm Sandy Comparison (25:40–29:47)

John C. Dvorak presents a historical timeline of major hurricanes hitting New York City to counter claims that Superstorm Sandy was an unprecedented "new normal." He cites the 1821 hurricane, the 1938 "Long Island Express," and several mid-century storms that produced higher storm surges or more rainfall than Sandy. The data is used to argue against the narrative of human-accelerated climate change.

Keywords: [superstorm sandy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superstorm-sandy.md), hurricane history, [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), 1821 hurricane, 1938 long island express, [climate denial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-denial.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Elon Musk, Private Space Exploration and Government Funding (29:48–35:55)

Neil deGrasse Tyson expresses skepticism regarding Elon Musk's ability to lead a mission to Mars without heavy government involvement. Tyson argues that private enterprise requires a known return on investment, whereas governments fund the initial, dangerous exploration like that of Columbus. The hosts critique Tyson's "superficial analysis" and his perceived disdain for Musk's entrepreneurial success.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [neil degrasse tyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-degrasse-tyson.md), mars mission, [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md), [columbus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/columbus.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/8.md)

### 9. ABC News 2008 Climate Predictions, 2015 Reality Check (35:55–38:32)

The hosts play a 2008 ABC News montage that predicted dire consequences for June 2015, including $12.99 milk and $9.00 gasoline due to climate change. They compare these predictions to the actual 2015 prices of roughly $3.45 for gas and $5.00 for milk. The segment highlights the failure of alarmist environmental forecasting.

Keywords: [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), climate predictions, [gas prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-prices.md), [milk prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milk-prices.md), [2015](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2015.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/9.md)

### 10. TPP Trade Agreement, Peter DeFazio and Pharmaceutical Monopolies (38:33–44:48)

Congressman Peter DeFazio discusses his opposition to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the "Fast Track" authority sought by the Obama administration. The hosts suggest the classified nature of the document hides protections for pharmaceutical monopolies and corporate tribunals. They note the slick, coordinated nature of global protests against the trade deal.

Keywords: [tpp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tpp.md), [trans-pacific partnership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trans-pacific-partnership.md), [peter defazio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-defazio.md), [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [pharmaceuticals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceuticals.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Secret Negotiations, WTO and Country of Origin Labeling (44:47–50:45)

Congressman Peter DeFazio explains how the TPP could allow corporations to challenge domestic laws, citing the recent repeal of country-of-origin meat labeling as a precursor. The hosts discuss the strategic use of secrecy in trade negotiations to avoid public scrutiny. They jokingly endorse the "New World Order" and Bilderberg to highlight the speed of global integration.

Keywords: [tpp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tpp.md), [wto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wto.md), meat labeling, [peter defazio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-defazio.md), [fast track](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fast-track.md), [new world order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-world-order.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Bond Market Liquidity, JP Morgan and Greece Default (50:45–56:14)

A news report highlights a significant drop in bond market liquidity, with banks holding 75% less inventory than in 2007 due to new regulations. The hosts discuss the potential for a bond market crash and the ongoing financial crisis in Greece. They note that predictions of an immediate Greek default have been recurring for years without a final resolution.

Keywords: [bond market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bond-market.md), [liquidity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liquidity.md), [jp morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [quantitative easing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantitative-easing.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Dryer Sheets, Chemical Toxicity and Laundry Tips (56:15–1:00:12)

John C. Dvorak warns Adam Curry about the toxic chemicals found in fabric softeners and dryer sheets, such as benzyl acetate and camphor. He argues these chemicals are respiratory irritants and linked to serious health issues. Dvorak suggests using "Biz" for soaking clothes and tennis balls in the dryer as a safer alternative for softening laundry.

Keywords: [dryer sheets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dryer-sheets.md), benzyl acetate, camphor, [toxicity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toxicity.md), [laundry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laundry.md), cancer risk

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Grand Duke David Foley, New Jack City and Stonehenge (1:00:13–1:04:18)

The hosts read a donation from Grand Duke David Foley and discuss the cultural origins of the phrase "Am I my brother's keeper," linking it to the 1991 film *New Jack City*. A listener also writes in about Stonehenge, noting that recently discovered burial mounds are precisely 33 meters in length, connecting the "magic number" to ancient history.

Keywords: [david foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-foley.md), new jack city, [wesley snipes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wesley-snipes.md), [stonehenge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stonehenge.md), [33](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/33.md), burial mounds

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Dame Peggy Brittan, Reverend Manning and Class-a-cution (1:04:19–1:07:38)

Peggy Brittan is elevated to a Damehood under the title "Dame Ya Know." The segment includes a requested audio montage of Reverend Manning, featuring his "Class-a-cution" and "Whoop Obama" catchphrases. The hosts discuss the listener's request for a specific combination of Manning clips.

Keywords: peggy brittan, [reverend manning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reverend-manning.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), class-a-cution, [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Executive Producer Credits, Oslo Norway and Show Propagation (1:07:38–1:10:58)

The hosts read out high-tier donations from Sir Roy Pingle and Sir Philip the Black Baronet of Oslo, Norway. They acknowledge the support of their executive and associate executive producers, emphasizing that the show relies entirely on listener contributions. They encourage the audience to continue "propagating the formula" of the podcast.

Keywords: roy pingle, philip the black baronet, [oslo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oslo.md), [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [podcast funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-funding.md), [credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credits.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Rachel Dolezal, Odd Mom Out and Reality TV Fees (1:11:17–1:17:25)

The hosts discuss the Rachel Dolezal controversy involving her racial identity and leadership in the NAACP. They also critique a clip from the Bravo show *Odd Mom Out*, discussing its "disgusting" humor. This leads to a discussion on how reality shows like *Jerry Springer* use fee schedules to pay guests for specific "outrageous" behaviors like throwing shoes.

Keywords: [rachel dolezal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-dolezal.md), [naacp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naacp.md), odd mom out, [bravo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bravo.md), [jerry springer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jerry-springer.md), [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/17.md)

### 18. California Drought, Abortion Retribution Claim and Media Bias (1:17:27–1:19:11)

California Assemblywoman Shannon Grove reportedly blamed the state's drought on liberal abortion laws, suggesting the weather is divine retribution. The hosts analyze the news coverage of her remarks, arguing that the reporting was imbalanced by only seeking a rebuttal from abortion rights advocates rather than a broader range of perspectives.

Keywords: [california drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-drought.md), shannon grove, [abortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abortion.md), [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Iraq Fifth Base, Josh Earnest NLP and General Dempsey (1:19:13–1:24:04)

White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest announces the establishment of a fifth military base in Iraq to train Sunni tribal fighters. The hosts highlight Earnest's use of the phrase "What is also true" as an NLP tactic to validate previous statements. General Martin Dempsey is also quoted suggesting that even more bases and troops may be deployed in the future.

Keywords: [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [nlp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nlp.md), [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [anbar province](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anbar-province.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/19.md)

### 20. The Yes Men, CIA 9/11 Report and Saudi Blackmail (1:24:04–1:28:19)

The activist group "The Yes Men" protested Shell's Arctic drilling by handing out "ancient ice" in New York. The conversation shifts to the 28 redacted pages of the 9/11 Commission Report. The hosts suggest the ongoing focus on these pages serves as a form of public blackmail against Saudi Arabia to ensure their cooperation with U.S. interests.

Keywords: the yes men, [shell oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-oil.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [9/11 commission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11-commission.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [28 pages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/28-pages.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Iran Nuclear Negotiations, Matt Lee and Middle East Arms Race (1:28:20–1:35:49)

Associated Press reporter Matt Lee grills a State Department spokesperson over shifting requirements for Iranian nuclear site inspections. The hosts argue that the U.S. is "walking back" its demands, which will eventually allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. They predict this will trigger a massive arms race in the Middle East, with Saudi Arabia and other nations seeking their own nuclear deterrents.

Keywords: [iran nuclear deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-nuclear-deal.md), [matt lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lee.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [iaea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iaea.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/21.md)

### 22. MERS Outbreak, Camel Urine and Traditional Medicine (1:35:50–1:40:35)

The MERS outbreak in South Korea prompts a discussion on World Health Organization (WHO) advisories. The hosts highlight a specific warning against drinking raw camel milk or urine. They explore the traditional medicinal uses of camel urine in the Middle East for treating skin diseases, dandruff, and liver swelling, noting its perceived benefits for hair luster.

Keywords: [mers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mers.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [coronavirus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coronavirus.md), camel urine, camel milk, traditional medicine

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Camel Urine Shampoo, Amazon Search and EU Regulations (1:40:36–1:44:37)

The hosts search Amazon for camel urine products and discuss a query from a Middle Eastern chemist looking to manufacture camel urine shampoo. They debate whether such a product would be permissible under European Union regulations. They joke about the potential "gold mine" of marketing traditional Middle Eastern hair care secrets to a Western audience.

Keywords: camel urine, [shampoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shampoo.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), cosmetic regulations, [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Moral Self-Licensing, Red Nose Day and Menstruation Taboos (1:44:38–1:48:14)

The concept of "moral self-licensing" is discussed in the context of charity trends like Red Nose Day and the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. The hosts critique a new "awareness" campaign involving "tampon selfies" intended to break taboos around menstruation. They argue these social media trends allow people to feel virtuous without actually contributing to a cause.

Keywords: [moral self-licensing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moral-self-licensing.md), red nose day, als ice bucket challenge, [lyme disease](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyme-disease.md), [menstruation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/menstruation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/24.md)

### 25. State Department Glitch, Oracle Database and PBS Sponsorship (1:48:16–1:52:17)

A technical "glitch" in the State Department's passport and visa system is identified by the hosts as an issue with an Oracle database. They criticize the PBS NewsHour for failing to name Oracle, suggesting a conflict of interest because Oracle is a sponsor of PBS TechCon. This serves as an example of why the hosts refuse traditional advertising.

Keywords: [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [oracle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oracle.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), techcon, [glitches](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glitches.md), sponsorship bias

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Federal Records Hack, Chinese Cyberattacks and OPM Breach (1:52:18–1:54:48)

The hosts discuss a second major cybersecurity breach of U.S. federal records linked to China. The hack targeted the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), potentially exposing sensitive background check information, including mental health and financial records of military and intelligence personnel. They criticize the government's delayed notification to those affected.

Keywords: [opm hack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opm-hack.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), federal records, [background checks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/background-checks.md), [medical records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-records.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/26.md)

### 27. John Chambers, Cisco Systems and Internet of Things (1:54:48–1:58:55)

Cisco CEO John Chambers appears on Charlie Rose to discuss the "digitization" of countries like France and Germany. The hosts mock the "gobbledygook" and buzzwords used, such as "velocity of change" and "disrupt or be disrupted." Chambers predicts that the "Internet of Things" will connect 500 billion devices and fundamentally change healthcare and supply chains.

Keywords: john chambers, [cisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisco.md), [internet of things](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-of-things.md), [smart cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smart-cities.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), velocity of change

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Listener Donations, Rotterdam and New England Slang (1:58:58–2:03:30)

The hosts acknowledge a variety of listener donations from Florida, Australia, and Rotterdam. They highlight a donor from New Hampshire using the regional term "wicked good." The segment concludes with a "jobs karma" soundbite for listeners seeking employment, maintaining the show's tradition of interactive listener support.

Keywords: [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [new hampshire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-hampshire.md), wicked good, [podcast donors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-donors.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Dame Peggy Brittan Knighting, Sylvia Mathews Burwell and Gates Foundation (2:03:32–2:07:41)

Peggy Brittan is officially knighted as "Dame Ya Know" with a custom list of "hookers and blow" style requests. The hosts then discuss Sylvia Mathews Burwell, the Secretary of Health and Human Services. They review her professional background at the Walmart Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, noting her influence in global development.

Keywords: peggy brittan, sylvia mathews burwell, [hhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hhs.md), [gates foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gates-foundation.md), walmart foundation, [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Opioid Crisis Statistics, Prescription Rates and Solution Space (2:07:42–2:12:17)

Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell testifies about the opioid epidemic, noting that overdose deaths now exceed car accident fatalities. She reveals that 259 million opioid prescriptions were written in 2012, nearly one for every adult in the U.S. The hosts mock her use of corporate jargon like "solution space" and "prescribing space" during her testimony.

Keywords: [opioid crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opioid-crisis.md), [hhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hhs.md), sylvia mathews burwell, [prescriptions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prescriptions.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), solution space

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Medical Record Privacy, Insurance Companies and Chinese Hackers (2:12:17–2:15:35)

The discussion focuses on the push to digitize all medical records, which the hosts argue makes them vulnerable to hackers and exploitation by insurance companies. They warn that "sharing information" is a euphemism for allowing insurers to access blood tests and health data to justify raising rates. They emphasize that patients technically own their records but often sign those rights away.

Keywords: [medical records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-records.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [hipaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hipaa.md), [insurance companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance-companies.md), [data breach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-breach.md), [electronic health records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-health-records.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Naloxone Overdose Treatment, Meth Complications and Flakka (2:15:35–2:18:26)

The hosts discuss the use of Naloxone (Narcan) by first responders to reverse heroin overdoses. They share an anecdote from a firefighter who dislikes the drug because patients often wake up in a violent, meth-fueled rage. The segment also touches on the rise of the synthetic drug "Flakka" in Florida and its bizarre effects on users.

Keywords: [naloxone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naloxone.md), heroin overdose, [meth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meth.md), [first responders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-responders.md), [flakka](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flakka.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Tokyo Red Light District, UN Peacekeeper Abuse and Haiti (2:18:29–2:21:09)

A brief report on the declining prices in Tokyo's red light district due to the economy is followed by a serious discussion of a UN report. The report alleges that UN peacekeepers in Haiti and Liberia routinely trade food and medication for sex, with many claims involving children. The hosts criticize the "highly esteemed" institutions like the UN and Red Cross for systemic corruption.

Keywords: [tokyo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tokyo.md), [red light district](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-light-district.md), [un peacekeepers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/un-peacekeepers.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), sexual exploitation, [red cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-cross.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Generic Drug Deterrence, Seniors and Viagra in Care Homes (2:21:10–2:23:41)

The hosts analyze a PBS NewsHour segment suggesting that Medicare plans are cutting back on name-brand pills designed to deter abuse in favor of generics. They also discuss reports of rampant sexually transmitted diseases in elderly care homes, attributed to the easy availability of Viagra and a lack of awareness among the senior population.

Keywords: [generic drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generic-drugs.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [seniors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seniors.md), [viagra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viagra.md), [stds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stds.md), [nursing homes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nursing-homes.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Iron Dome Defense System, Rafael Advanced Defense and Animation (2:23:41–2:28:37)

The hosts examine the marketing of the Iron Dome defense system by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. They play a promotional video that uses high-quality animation to demonstrate the system's effectiveness against "asymmetric threats." They question the lack of clear, non-animated footage showing the system intercepting actual Hamas rockets in real-time.

Keywords: [iron dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-dome.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [rafael advanced defense systems](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rafael-advanced-defense-systems.md), hamas rockets, [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md), [sales pitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sales-pitch.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Iron Dome Sound Effects, Sweetened Audio and Arms Sales (2:28:37–2:32:48)

Adam Curry points out that a "real" video of the Iron Dome system operating at night appears to have "sweetened" audio. He identifies repetitive, artificial "pew-pew" and shotgun sound effects used to represent missile launches and interceptions. The hosts argue this proves the footage is a produced sales pitch intended to sell the multi-billion dollar system to other nations.

Keywords: [iron dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-dome.md), [sound effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-effects.md), [foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foley.md), rafael, [arms sales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arms-sales.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Dutch Education Propaganda, Russia-Ukraine Map and Workbooks (2:32:49–2:36:19)

The hosts critique a Dutch vocational high school workbook that uses a cartoon map to depict geopolitical relations. The map shows a "sad" Europe reaching out to Ukraine while a "monstrous" red Russia with claws and teeth chomps on the country. They describe this as "propaganda of the lowest order" being taught to children in the Netherlands.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [vocational school](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocational-school.md), map

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Negative Population Growth, Classroom Posters and Social Studies (2:36:20–2:39:27)

A social studies teacher writes in about "The Negative Population Growth" (NPG.org), an organization that provides free classroom materials. These materials reportedly teach children about the "evils" of having children, the dangers of immigration, and global warming. The hosts express interest in obtaining the "scary" projected population posters for their own studios.

Keywords: negative population growth, npg, social studies, classroom posters, [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Ellen Ray Obituary, Jim Garrison and Angela Merkel Phone Tap (2:39:28–2:42:06)

The hosts note the passing of activist Ellen Ray, who published Jim Garrison's memoirs (the basis for the movie *JFK*) and exposed CIA agents. They also discuss German prosecutors closing the investigation into the NSA tapping Angela Merkel's phone, citing a lack of evidence that would stand up in court despite Edward Snowden's documents.

Keywords: ellen ray, jim garrison, jfk movie, [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Botox for Migraines, Side Effects and Economic Hitman (2:42:08–2:45:30)

A commercial for Botox as a migraine treatment is analyzed, with the hosts noting the irony of "headache" being a listed side effect. They suggest the campaign is a move to get Botox covered by insurance. Adam Curry also mentions an upcoming meeting with John Perkins, author of *Confessions of an Economic Hitman*, to discuss his new book.

Keywords: [botox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/botox.md), [migraines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migraines.md), [drug commercials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-commercials.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Show Outro, Final Clips and Sign-off (2:45:32–2:46:58)

The hosts sign off with their traditional credits and a montage of clips from the episode, including The Yes Men's Arctic oil protest and the "mac and cheese" vaginal health anecdote. They remind listeners to visit the website for show notes and to support the program before the next broadcast on Thursday.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), the yes men, [shell oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-oil.md), [mac and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mac-and-cheese.md), [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/41.md)

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