# Blue Waffles

> A mobile broadcast from New Mexico explores the intersection of West Texas survival, global migration shifts, and the federal crackdown on social media speech.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 758
- **Published:** 2015-09-20
- **Length:** 2h 47m
- **Topics:** Airstream tour, Japan defense, [Migrant crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migrant-crisis.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), FBI retweets, [Clock boy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clock-boy.md), iOS ad-blocking
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles

## About this episode

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak broadcast from Santa Fe as the Airstream of Consciousness tour faces mechanical hurdles and West Texas fuel shortages. The journey through Lubbock highlights the city’s rapid growth and cotton dominance while addressing the local 'Raider Rash' health phenomenon. A chance encounter with a shopkeeper named Wild Bill in Sweetwater provides a backdrop for a broader look at Texas hospitality and the logistics of mobile podcasting.

International tensions rise as Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe moves to amend the constitution for collective self-defense while Senator John McCain challenges the Pentagon over South China Sea navigation. In Europe, the migrant crisis intensifies as Croatia redirects transit to the Hungarian border and EU directives are found to inadvertently drive migrants toward dangerous sea routes. Domestic politics heat up with Bernie Sanders proposing Wall Street speculation taxes on CBS and Hillary Clinton defending her private email server on The Tonight Show. Meanwhile, the FBI’s arrest of Ali Saleh for retweeting ISIS content signals a new federal stance on social media endorsements.

The Santa Fe Renaissance Fair sparks a heated debate over the historical lack of mutton at modern festivals. Pope Francis prepares for a strictly timed Congressional visit where handshakes are officially discouraged to maintain his schedule. The show concludes with a formal knighting of Sir David of Ross and a skeptical look at Bill Nye’s claims regarding the Garden of Eden’s location in Missouri.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/transcript.md.

### 1. Airstream of Consciousness, I Love Laundry Tour Kickoff (0:00–1:43)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 758 of the No Agenda show from Santa Fe, New Mexico. Curry describes his new travel setup, dubbed the "Airstream of Consciousness," as he begins the "I Love Laundry Tour" across the United States.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [santa fe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-fe.md), [airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [i love laundry tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/i-love-laundry-tour.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Ford Explorer Towing Issues, Airstream Ant Infestation (1:45–3:29)

A discussion of the mechanical challenges involved in towing a 5,000-pound Airstream trailer reveals that a Dodge Ram was insufficient for the task. The current Ford Explorer manages the weight but suffers from poor fuel economy and a small 17-gallon tank, while the trailer itself required professional spraying to eliminate a fire ant infestation picked up in Galveston.

Keywords: [ford explorer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-explorer.md), [dodge ram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dodge-ram.md), [airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), towing capacity, [fire ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fire-ants.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Sweetwater Gas Crisis, Wild Bill's Jerky Encounter (3:30–9:53)

An account of running out of fuel in West Texas describes a near-stranding between Austin and Sweetwater. A local resident named Wild Bill provided emergency gasoline at a trading post and refused payment, leading to a purchase of bison jerky and a special edition Stieg Larsson book trilogy from his eclectic shop.

Keywords: sweetwater, [west texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-texas.md), wild bill, jerky, stieg larsson

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Lubbock Growth Trends, Texas Tech Raider Rash (9:54–15:08)

Lubbock, Texas is identified as one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States and a global leader in cotton production. Local anecdotes from a meetup suggest the city also faces high rates of sexually transmitted diseases, specifically referencing slang terms like "Raider Rash" and "Blue Waffle" associated with the Texas Tech University community.

Keywords: [lubbock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lubbock.md), [texas tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-tech.md), cotton production, [stds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stds.md), raider rash

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Travel Technology, Verizon and T-Mobile Connectivity (15:09–17:33)

The evolution of travel technology is highlighted through the use of SiriusXM satellite radio and mobile data connections from Verizon and T-Mobile. Technical difficulties with a signal booster in New Mexico forced a reliance on an iPhone 6 tethered to a portable Wi-Fi router to maintain the podcast stream.

Keywords: [siriusxm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siriusxm.md), [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [t-mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-mobile.md), [lte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lte.md), [mifi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mifi.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/5.md)

### 6. SiriusXM Progress Channel, Left-Wing Talk Radio (17:34–19:11)

SiriusXM Channel 127, known as "Progress," is described as a hub for aggressive left-wing talk radio. The content is characterized as featuring racially charged rhetoric and smug political commentary from hosts and callers alike.

Keywords: [siriusxm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siriusxm.md), progress channel, [talk radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/talk-radio.md), political media, channel 127

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Santa Fe Meetup, Angela Castaneda Logistics (19:12–21:29)

Logistics for the "I Love Laundry Tour" are managed by producer Angela Castaneda, who provides detailed call sheets including weather data and emergency contacts. Upcoming listener meetups are scheduled for the Blue Corn Cafe in Santa Fe and a subsequent location in Colorado Springs.

Keywords: [santa fe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-fe.md), [colorado springs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado-springs.md), [angela castaneda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-castaneda.md), [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [logistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logistics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Airstream Social Etiquette, Divorce Anecdote (21:30–24:33)

A discussion on social interactions at campgrounds focuses on the repetitive questions Airstream owners face from strangers. An anecdote involves a couple dressed as a pirate and a fortune teller inquiring about the trailer and a Ford Explorer, which the owner quips was acquired in a divorce.

Keywords: [airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [social etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-etiquette.md), [ford explorer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-explorer.md), [divorce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/divorce.md), [pet peeves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeves.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Santa Fe Renaissance Fair, Mutton Availability Debate (24:35–26:45)

The presence of the Santa Fe Renaissance Fair prompts a debate regarding the authenticity of food served at such events. Claims are made that modern Renaissance fairs lack traditional mutton, despite the historical association of the meat with the era.

Keywords: [santa fe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-fe.md), [renaissance fair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renaissance-fair.md), [mutton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mutton.md), [mead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mead.md), [brian brushwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-brushwood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Pope Francis Congressional Visit, Protocol Advisory (26:46–29:34)

Lawmakers in Washington D.C. received a protocol advisory ahead of Pope Francis's visit to Congress, instructing them to avoid handshakes or long conversations to keep the pontiff on schedule. The advisory specifically noted the tight timeline for his speech and public appearances.

Keywords: [pope francis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-francis.md), us congress, [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protocol.md), [vatican](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vatican.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Coffee Health Studies, Starbucks Public Relations (29:34–33:40)

A surge in media reports praising the health benefits of coffee is analyzed as a potential public relations campaign benefiting major retailers like Starbucks. Studies cited in these reports claim caffeine improves circulation, memory, and athletic recovery, while warning that consumption can delay sleep cycles by 40 minutes.

Keywords: [coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coffee.md), [caffeine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caffeine.md), [starbucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starbucks.md), [public relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-relations.md), health studies

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Cryotherapy Trends, Reuters Native Advertising (33:40–36:40)

Cryotherapy is identified as a growing health trend where individuals expose themselves to temperatures below minus 260 degrees Fahrenheit. The segment critiques a Reuters video package on the subject as "native advertising" for Manhattan spas, noting that figures like Joe Rogan have popularized the practice despite medical skepticism.

Keywords: cryotherapy, [reuters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reuters.md), [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), health trends

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Japan Security Policy, Collective Self-Defense Law (36:41–39:01)

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has moved to change the nation's constitution to allow for "collective self-defense." This legislative shift enables the Japanese Self-Defense Forces to protect allies like the United States and Australia under specific conditions, signaling a more proactive regional military stance.

Keywords: [shinzo abe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shinzo-abe.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), self-defense forces, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [military policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/13.md)

### 14. South China Sea, Freedom of Navigation Operations (39:03–41:18)

Senator John McCain questioned Pentagon officials regarding the lack of "freedom of navigation" operations within the 12-mile limit of Chinese-claimed features in the South China Sea. Admiral Harris compared the region's international status to the Gulf of Mexico, asserting that the area does not belong exclusively to China.

Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [south china sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-china-sea.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), freedom of navigation, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Bernie Sanders Tax Plan, CBS Morning Interview (41:22–45:39)

During a CBS Morning interview with Norah O'Donnell, Senator Bernie Sanders addressed his proposals for free healthcare and college tuition. Sanders referenced the high tax rates of the Eisenhower era and proposed a tax on Wall Street speculation to fund his agenda, while denying claims that he suggested a 90% top tax rate.

Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [norah o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norah-o-donnell.md), [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eisenhower.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Stream Glitches, PewDiePie Artwork Credit (45:41–47:16)

Technical interruptions in the live broadcast are attributed to bandwidth issues rather than software glitches. The hosts also credit PewDiePie for providing the artwork for the previous episode, titled "Dairy Air," which parodied the Miss America pageant.

Keywords: [bandwidth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bandwidth.md), [glitches](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glitches.md), [pewdiepie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pewdiepie.md), [podcast artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-artwork.md), [no agenda stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Executive Producer Credits, No Agenda Epic Beer (47:17–49:36)

David Young is named Executive Producer for episode 758 following a significant donation, earning the title Sir David of Ross. Additionally, the "No Agenda Epic Beer" reportedly won a silver medal at a recent competition, though distribution issues between the hosts remain a point of contention.

Keywords: david young, james carlson, no agenda beer, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Jetpack MiFi Confusion, Distribution Logistics (49:37–51:00)

A humorous misunderstanding regarding a "jetpack" reveals it was actually a Verizon MiFi mobile hotspot device. The hosts discuss the difficulty of shipping items between them, noting that packages often go missing or are consumed by family members before reaching their destination.

Keywords: [jetpack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jetpack.md), [mifi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mifi.md), [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [logistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logistics.md), [beer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/18.md)

### 19. EU Migrant Crisis, Airline Liability Regulations (51:01–55:31)

An investigation into the European migrant crisis reveals that EU directives hold airlines financially responsible for returning undocumented passengers, which forces migrants to use dangerous sea routes instead of commercial flights. Tensions remain high as Turkish police block thousands of migrants attempting to cross into Greece.

Keywords: [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [refugees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refugees.md), [geneva convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geneva-convention.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Obama-Putin Meeting, Syrian Conflict Modality (55:31–58:00)

President Obama is scheduled to meet with Vladimir Putin at the UN General Assembly to discuss the Syrian conflict. Secretary of State John Kerry emphasized the need for a negotiated "modality" for Bashar al-Assad's departure, while reports surface of Russian soldiers entering the fight to support the Syrian regime.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/20.md)

### 21. James Kirchick, Moderate Syrian Rebels Critique (58:01–1:02:32)

James Kirchick of the Foreign Policy Initiative argues that Vladimir Putin's anti-ISIS coalition is a ruse to attack moderate Syrian rebels. The segment critiques the term "moderate rebels" as a vague political construct and suggests the conflict is actually driven by competing interests over natural gas pipelines.

Keywords: [james kirchick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-kirchick.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [moderate rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moderate-rebels.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Fake Syrian Passports, Daily Mail Investigation (1:02:33–1:06:40)

A Daily Mail investigation highlights a thriving trade in forged Syrian passports in Turkish border towns. These documents allow non-Syrians and potential ISIS members to enter Europe by posing as refugees, exploiting the overwhelmed registration systems in Italy and Greece.

Keywords: [daily mail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-mail.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), fake passports, [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Croatia Migrant Policy, Border Fence Construction (1:06:40–1:10:49)

Croatian Prime Minister Zoran Milanovic announced that his country will no longer register or accommodate migrants, instead facilitating their transit to the Hungarian border. In response, Hungary has begun deploying soldiers and building fences to seal its borders against the influx.

Keywords: [croatia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/croatia.md), [hungary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hungary.md), zoran milanovic, [border fence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-fence.md), [migrants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migrants.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/23.md)

### 24. UK Counter-Extremism Bill, Non-Violent Extremism Definition (1:10:50–1:14:37)

The UK government, led by David Cameron and Theresa May, has proposed a counter-extremism bill targeting "non-violent extremists." The definition includes anyone in "vocal or active opposition to fundamental British values," raising significant concerns regarding the future of free speech and surveillance in Britain.

Keywords: [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), [theresa may](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theresa-may.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [extremism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extremism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/24.md)

### 25. FBI Retweet Arrests, Ali Saleh Case (1:14:38–1:17:01)

The FBI arrested 22-year-old Ali Saleh and a Virginia teenager for their social media activity, specifically citing the retweeting of ISIS-related content as evidence of support for a terrorist organization. The legal precedent suggests that federal authorities now view retweets as official endorsements of the content shared.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), ali saleh, [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [retweets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/retweets.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/25.md)

### 26. UC Berkeley Intolerance Policy, Free Speech Movement (1:17:01–1:19:51)

UC Berkeley is considering a new policy against "intolerance" that could lead to the suspension or expulsion of students for biased speech. Critics, including Senator Dianne Feinstein, support the measures, while others argue the policy betrays the legacy of the 1960s Free Speech Movement.

Keywords: [uc berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uc-berkeley.md), [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [dianne feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dianne-feinstein.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Ahmed Mohamed Clock Incident, Irving Texas Controversy (1:19:52–1:26:21)

Ahmed Mohamed, a 14-year-old in Irving, Texas, was detained after bringing a disassembled digital clock in a pencil case to school, which officials mistook for a hoax bomb. The incident sparked a national debate on Islamophobia, leading to an invitation to the White House from President Obama, though skeptics point to the involvement of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) in managing the media narrative.

Keywords: [ahmed mohamed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ahmed-mohamed.md), irving texas, clock, [care](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/care.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Alia Salem, MIT Native Ad Controversy (1:26:21–1:30:59)

Alia Salem of CAIR appeared on MSNBC with Ahmed Mohamed to discuss the legal and social implications of his detention. During the segment, an MIT astrophysicist's praise for the student was characterized by critics as a "native advertisement" for the university, while Salem was observed prompting the teenager's responses during press conferences.

Keywords: alia salem, [care](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/care.md), [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), [chris hayes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-hayes.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Donald Trump Muslim Question, Media Hit Piece Analysis (1:31:00–1:38:08)

Donald Trump faced media criticism for not correcting a supporter who claimed President Obama is a Muslim during a town hall in South Carolina. ABC News and other networks compared the incident to John McCain's 2008 defense of Obama, while the Trump campaign argued the candidate simply had trouble hearing the questioner.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [south carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-carolina.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/29.md)

### 30. NBC Fact Check, Trump Campaign Finance (1:38:08–1:43:04)

An NBC News fact-check segment scrutinized Donald Trump's claims regarding his self-funded campaign and his views on vaccines and autism. The report noted that while Trump claims to spend his own money, he still accepts small donations via his website and benefits from independent Super PACs.

Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [fact check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-check.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [super pacs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-pacs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Hillary Clinton Fallon Appearance, Email Server Defense (1:43:06–1:48:32)

Hillary Clinton appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to humanize her image and address the ongoing private email server controversy. She joked about mundane emails regarding "gefilte fish" and argued that any classified material found was the result of "retroactive" classification by feuding government agencies.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [jimmy fallon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-fallon.md), [emails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emails.md), [gefilte fish](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gefilte-fish.md), [classification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classification.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Bernie Sanders Endorsements, Cultural Leaders Letter (1:48:32–1:52:37)

A group of 128 "cultural leaders," including Will Ferrell, Danny DeVito, and Sarah Silverman, signed an open letter endorsing Bernie Sanders for president. The endorsement highlights Sanders's support from major labor unions and his progressive economic agenda, which seeks to remove "big money" from politics.

Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [will ferrell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/will-ferrell.md), [sarah silverman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-silverman.md), [endorsements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endorsements.md), [unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unions.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Joe Biden 2016 Speculation, Draft Biden Movement (1:52:37–1:55:38)

A group of 50 Democratic donors is urging Vice President Joe Biden to enter the 2016 presidential race as an alternative to Hillary Clinton. Supporters cite Biden's "authenticity" and lack of political baggage, while Biden himself continues to weigh the decision following the death of his son, Beau.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), draft biden, [beau biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beau-biden.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Whoopi Goldberg Reagan Critique, The View Fact Check (1:55:39–2:00:24)

Whoopi Goldberg criticized Ronald Reagan on "The View," blaming him for the closure of mental health institutions and the firing of air traffic controllers. The segment provides a historical rebuttal, noting that the mental health legislation had bipartisan support and that the air traffic controller strike was illegal under federal law.

Keywords: [whoopi goldberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whoopi-goldberg.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [air traffic controllers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-traffic-controllers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Carly Fiorina Debate Performance, Mika Brzezinski Analysis (2:00:25–2:03:17)

Mika Brzezinski praised Carly Fiorina's disciplined performance in the Republican primary debate, contrasting it with Hillary Clinton's public appearances. While Fiorina was lauded for her "pitch-perfect" vocal range and confidence, some observers noted her "presentation issues," including a perceived lack of sincerity during emotional anecdotes.

Keywords: [carly fiorina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carly-fiorina.md), [mika brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mika-brzezinski.md), [gop debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop-debate.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), presentation

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Planned Parenthood Tapes, George Stephanopoulos Interview (2:03:18–2:06:11)

George Stephanopoulos challenged Carly Fiorina on the accuracy of her descriptions of Planned Parenthood undercover videos, citing "analysts" from Vox who claimed the scenes she described did not exist. Fiorina stood by her statements, accusing the media and Democrats of refusing to watch the full footage of the procedures.

Keywords: [carly fiorina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carly-fiorina.md), [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [planned parenthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/planned-parenthood.md), [vox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vox.md), sarah kliff

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Planned Parenthood Funding, Continuing Resolution (2:06:11–2:07:33)

Reverend Mahoney criticized Republican leadership for "grandstanding" on the issue of defunding Planned Parenthood. Despite public hearings and votes to defund the organization, the current continuing resolution reportedly maintains $520 million in federal funding for the group.

Keywords: [planned parenthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/planned-parenthood.md), us congress, [continuing resolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/continuing-resolution.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md), [republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republicans.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Knighting Ceremony, International Donor Roll (2:07:34–2:11:53)

The show conducts its traditional knighting ceremony, elevating James Michael Cates to the rank of Baron through a donation from Thomas Nussbaum. Donors from the UK, Canada, and various US states are recognized for their financial support of the value-for-value model.

Keywords: [thomas nussbaum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-nussbaum.md), james cates, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [isle of wight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isle-of-wight.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Mile High Club, Douchebag Shoutouts (2:11:54–2:15:41)

A series of $52.80 donations, representing the "Mile High Club," are read from listeners in Texas, Illinois, and the UK. The segment also includes "douchebag shoutouts" requested by donors for their friends and colleagues, a recurring feature of the show's listener engagement.

Keywords: [mile high club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mile-high-club.md), [douchebag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/douchebag.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [omaha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omaha.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Sir David of Ross, Knighting Proclamation (2:15:42–2:18:18)

David Young is officially knighted as Sir David of Ross in a formal proclamation. The ceremony includes the traditional list of humorous "rewards" for the Round Table, such as "Hookers & Blow" and "Mutton and Mead," despite the earlier debate about mutton's availability at Renaissance fairs.

Keywords: david young, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [round table](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-table.md), [mutton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mutton.md), [mead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mead.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/40.md)

### 41. IPCC Climate Conference, Noah's Ark Sculptures (2:18:18–2:21:05)

The upcoming IPCC climate conference in Paris features large-scale sculptures of Noah's Ark animals. Critics argue that the use of religious imagery at a scientific conference is inappropriate, suggesting the sculptures imply a "scientific version" of the biblical flood narrative.

Keywords: [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), [noah's ark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noah-s-ark.md), [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Robert Redford Larry King Interview, Climate Deniers (2:21:05–2:26:45)

Robert Redford discussed climate change with Larry King, labeling those who question the science as "deniers" afraid of change. Redford expressed confusion over President Obama's approval of Arctic drilling, calling it the "endgame" for the environment despite his general support for the administration's policies.

Keywords: [robert redford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-redford.md), [larry king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-king.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [arctic drilling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arctic-drilling.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Bill Nye, Garden of Eden Missouri Claim (2:26:46–2:29:05)

A clip of Bill Nye "The Science Guy" claiming the Garden of Eden was located in Missouri is presented as an example of science becoming a "new religion." Nye's assertion, purportedly based on tree rings and pollen grains, is mocked for its perceived absurdity and lack of scientific rigor.

Keywords: [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), garden of eden, [missouri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missouri.md), [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [religion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Greece Snap Election, Syriza and New Democracy (2:29:06–2:30:56)

Greece held a snap election with former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras's Syriza party and the New Democracy party as the main contenders. Both parties have pledged to uphold the terms of the 86 billion euro bailout, though they remain divided on labor market reforms and immigration policy.

Keywords: [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [alexis tsipras](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexis-tsipras.md), [syriza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syriza.md), [bailout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bailout.md), [eurozone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurozone.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Dick Cheney War Crimes, Colonel Wilkerson Rant (2:30:58–2:32:23)

Colonel Wilkerson, former chief of staff to Colin Powell, issued a scathing critique of Dick and Liz Cheney. Wilkerson argued that Dick Cheney should be in prison for war crimes rather than promoting his daughter's book, reflecting long-standing tensions within the former Bush administration.

Keywords: [dick cheney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dick-cheney.md), [liz cheney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liz-cheney.md), colonel wilkerson, [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md), [colin powell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colin-powell.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Donald Trump Pinatas, Hispanic Heritage Month (2:32:24–2:33:52)

In San Francisco's Mission District, organizers celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by bashing piñatas made in the likeness of Donald Trump. The event was framed as a humorous response to Trump's comments on immigration, though the segment notes a media double standard regarding depictions of violence against political figures.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), pinata, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), hispanic heritage month, [immigrants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigrants.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/46.md)

### 47. iOS 9 Ad Blocking, Native Advertising Future (2:33:52–2:38:18)

The release of iOS 9 introduced mobile ad-blocking capabilities, which significantly improve page load speeds and reduce data costs for users. Industry executives, including John Steinberg of the Daily Mail, suggest that publishers will pivot toward "native advertising" and "hard-coded" ads to bypass these blockers.

Keywords: [ios 9](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ios-9.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [ad blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-blocking.md), [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [daily mail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-mail.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Prince of Dubai Death, Yemen Rocket Strike (2:38:19–2:40:09)

Official reports state that the 33-year-old Prince of Dubai, Rashid bin Muhammad, died of a heart attack. However, alternative reports from the "Angry Arab News Service" claim the prince was actually killed by a rocket strike while stationed in Yemen, suggesting a potential cover-up of the true cause of death.

Keywords: [dubai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dubai.md), rashid bin muhammad, [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), [heart attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-attack.md), rocket strike

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Las Vegas Bullet Train, Chinese Manufacturing (2:40:11–2:41:44)

China's largest train maker has been contracted to build a high-speed rail line between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The project aims to reduce travel time to 80 minutes, though critics question the necessity of the train given the availability of cheap flights and the dominance of European and Canadian manufacturers in the rail market.

Keywords: [las vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/las-vegas.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), [bullet train](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullet-train.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Santa Fe Outro, End of World Sign-off (2:41:45–2:47:49)

The show concludes with a reminder of the Santa Fe meetup at the Blue Corn Cafe and Brewery. The hosts sign off with a series of humorous soundbites and a mock warning about the "end of the world" scheduled for the following Wednesday, directing listeners to the show's website for further updates.

Keywords: [santa fe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-fe.md), blue corn cafe, [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [end of the world](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-the-world.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/50.md)

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