# Morally Deformed

> From a remote Texas trailer to the streets of Paris, the program dissects intelligence failures, media narratives, and the geopolitical fallout of a global crisis.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 774
- **Published:** 2015-11-15
- **Length:** 2h 55m
- **Topics:** [Paris attacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-attacks.md), [Operation Gladio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/operation-gladio.md), Marfa Texas, Slave Speak, [McDonald Observatory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-observatory.md), [Daesh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daesh.md), GIGN
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed

## About this episode

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak broadcast from a mobile Airstream trailer in Marfa, Texas, as news of the November 2015 Paris attacks breaks across the globe. Curry recounts receiving early reports of the massacre via an 80-meter band ham radio while descending from the McDonald Observatory, highlighting a stark contrast between analog information and the digital chaos of the unfolding crisis. The hosts analyze the immediate geopolitical shifts as France and the United States declare war on Daesh.

Media pundits including Claire Lopez, Buck Sexton, and Philip Mudd flooded news networks to frame the Bataclan theater massacre as an existential threat, while the discovery of an intact Greek passport near a suicide bomber raised questions about recurring terrorist tropes. The discussion details the history of the Bataclan's Jewish ownership and its proximity to the former Charlie Hebdo offices. Further analysis explores the 'strategy of tension' reminiscent of Operation Gladio, the failure of passive electronic surveillance, and the suspicious timing of multi-site emergency response drills held in Paris on the morning of the attacks.

Beyond the tragedy, the program deconstructs the Democratic primary debate where Bernie Sanders linked global warming to terrorism and Hillary Clinton faced scrutiny over her 1975 Marine Corps recruitment claim. Donald Trump’s 'morally deformed' critique of Ben Carson’s redemption narrative provides a moment of political theater, while the hosts launch SlaveSpeak.com to track the decline of precise communication. Sir Luke of London and the Baron of Melbourne join the show’s peerage as the broadcast concludes with a deep dive into the dark energy research at the Giant Magellan Telescope.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/transcript.md.

### 1. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak Broadcast from Marfa, Texas (0:00–1:35)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 774 of the No Agenda show, broadcasting from an Airstream trailer in Marfa, Texas. Curry describes the physical discomfort of the mobile setup while Dvorak checks in from Northern Silicon Valley. The hosts establish the remote broadcasting environment and the logistical challenges of streaming from the high-elevation "drone star state."

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [marfa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marfa.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), episode 774

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/1.md)

### 2. McDonald Observatory Visit and Ham Radio News of Paris Attacks (1:36–4:17)

Adam Curry recounts receiving news of the November 2015 Paris attacks via an old-school ham radio while descending from the McDonald Observatory in Texas. Due to a lack of cell service and internet at 7,000 feet, the information arrived through the "freewheelers net" on the 80-meter band. The hosts contrast this analog information gathering with the surreal experience of being off the grid during a major international crisis.

Keywords: [mcdonald observatory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-observatory.md), [paris attacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-attacks.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), hf bands, 80 meters

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Democratic Debate and Podcast Trigger Warning (4:17–5:56)

The hosts briefly mention the recent Democratic primary debate, noting it ended early due to a lack of substantive material. Adam Curry then issues a satirical "trigger warning" for the audience, mocking modern sensitivities regarding gluten and dietary choices. This serves as a transition into the heavy news coverage of the Paris terrorist events.

Keywords: [democratic debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-debate.md), [trigger warning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trigger-warning.md), [gluten-free](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gluten-free.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), anal leakage

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Intelligence Failures and Media Critiques of Paris Attacks (5:57–8:52)

Media analysts including Andrea Mitchell and Geraldo Rivera criticize French and American intelligence agencies for failing to detect the coordinated Paris attacks. The discussion focuses on how a sophisticated operation involving multiple terrorists could occur without a "whisper" being picked up by the CIA or French services. Former police commissioner Bernie Kerik is cited calling the event a colossal failure of intelligence.

Keywords: [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [geraldo rivera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geraldo-rivera.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), french intelligence, bernie kerik, [counterterrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterterrorism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/4.md)

### 5. GIGN Officers and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege (8:53–10:33)

A military producer informs the hosts that four GIGN (Groupe d'Intervention de la Gendarmerie Nationale) officers were involved in the response to the Paris attacks. The discussion shifts to the eerie similarity between the real-world events and the Ubisoft video game "Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege," which features GIGN units rescuing hostages from terrorists in Paris. The hosts remark on the late author's tendency to be ahead of geopolitical events.

Keywords: gign, [tom clancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-clancy.md), rainbow six siege, [ubisoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ubisoft.md), munich massacre, [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Surveillance Limitations and the Decline of Field Intelligence (10:34–12:58)

The hosts argue that modern intelligence agencies have become overly reliant on passive electronic surveillance and social media monitoring at the expense of human intelligence in the field. They suggest that the failure to stop the Paris attacks stems from agents "sitting on Facebook all day" rather than infiltrating groups. The narrative that encryption is the primary obstacle is dismissed as a convenient excuse for agencies seeking larger budgets.

Keywords: [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [social networks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-networks.md), [echelon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/echelon.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), signal intelligence

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Soft Targets and the Kalashnikov Media Meme (12:59–15:30)

Analysis of the Paris attack locations reveals a shift from "lone wolf" scenarios to coordinated strikes on "soft targets" like cafes and concert halls. The hosts note a specific linguistic shift in media reporting, where the term "Kalashnikov" has replaced "AK-47," speculating that this may be a subtle attempt to link the weaponry to Russia. They observe that no tourists were specifically targeted, focusing instead on local social hubs.

Keywords: [soft targets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soft-targets.md), [kalashnikov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kalashnikov.md), [ak-47](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ak-47.md), [lone wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-wolf.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), paris venues

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Passport Anomalies and Targeting the French Future (15:31–18:29)

The discovery of an intact Greek passport near a suicide bomber's body is questioned as a suspicious recurring trope in terrorist events. The hosts analyze the choice of venues, noting that the targeted neighborhoods were "trendy" areas populated by pro-refugee millennials. They suggest that targeting these specific demographics is a calculated move to shift public opinion against open borders and immigration.

Keywords: greek passport, [stadium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stadium.md), hollande, [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [hipsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hipsters.md), [public opinion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-opinion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Border Closures and Mike Rogers on Refugee Infiltration (18:30–21:17)

Former Congressman Mike Rogers appears on CNN to argue that the Paris attacks justify closing European borders to refugees due to potential ISIS infiltration. However, the hosts cite reports from journalists on the ground indicating that borders between Belgium and France remained largely porous despite official announcements. They discuss the logistical impossibility of truly "closing" modern European borders.

Keywords: [mike rogers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-rogers.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [refugee crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refugee-crisis.md), [border security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-security.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [belgium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belgium.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Knights Templar and Friday the 13th Numerology (21:17–24:13)

A media analyst, identified as KT McFarland, suggests that ISIS chose Friday the 13th for the Paris attacks to commemorate the 1307 massacre of the Knights Templar. John C. Dvorak points out the historical inaccuracy of this claim, noting that the Knights Templar were persecuted by the Catholic Church, not Muslims. The hosts mock the attempt to inject religious numerology into the tragedy's narrative.

Keywords: [knights templar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knights-templar.md), friday the 13th, [kt mcfarland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kt-mcfarland.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [catholic church](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catholic-church.md), 1307

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Symbols of the Bataclan and American Band Presence (24:14–26:28)

Reporter Laura Haim suggests that the presence of an American band, Eagles of Death Metal, at the Bataclan theater was a deliberate symbol targeted by terrorists. The hosts examine the proximity of the theater to the former Charlie Hebdo offices, questioning whether these "symbols" are genuine tactical choices or post-event media constructs designed to heighten the sense of a "clash of civilizations."

Keywords: [bataclan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bataclan.md), [eagles of death metal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagles-of-death-metal.md), [charlie hebdo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-hebdo.md), symbols, laura haim, [france 24](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france-24.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Jewish Ownership History of the Bataclan Theater (26:28–28:03)

Reports from the Times of Israel indicate that the Bataclan theater had been Jewish-owned for decades and was a frequent target of anti-Zionist groups. Although the venue was reportedly sold two months prior to the attack, the hosts discuss whether the terrorists were aware of the ownership change or if the theater's history of hosting pro-Israel events made it a long-standing target.

Keywords: [bataclan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bataclan.md), times of israel, anti-zionist, [tel aviv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tel-aviv.md), [eagles of death metal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagles-of-death-metal.md), ownership

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Operation Gladio and the Strategy of Tension (28:03–30:33)

Adam Curry introduces the history of Operation Gladio, a NATO "stay-behind" force used during the Cold War to create a "strategy of tension" in Europe through false-flag attacks. He notes the sudden influx of former CIA operatives appearing as pundits on CNN immediately following the Paris attacks. The hosts discuss whether modern events are being managed by similar intelligence frameworks to influence domestic policy.

Keywords: [operation gladio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/operation-gladio.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [strategy of tension](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strategy-of-tension.md), stay-behind, [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/13.md)

### 14. CIA Pundits Claire Lopez and Buck Sexton on Islamic Jihad (30:34–33:40)

Former CIA officers Claire Lopez and Buck Sexton appear on news networks to frame the Paris attacks as an existential assault on Western civilization by "Islamic Jihad." Lopez, associated with Frank Gaffney's think tank, calls for policies to combat the underlying ideology of Islamic law. The hosts characterize these appearances as "Operation Pundit," where intelligence-linked figures are offered to networks to drive a specific narrative.

Keywords: claire lopez, [buck sexton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buck-sexton.md), [frank gaffney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frank-gaffney.md), islamic law, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [the blaze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-blaze.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/14.md)

### 15. U2 and Motorhead Cancel Paris Concerts (33:40–35:47)

In the wake of the Bataclan massacre, major musical acts including U2 and Motorhead cancel their scheduled performances in Paris. Adam Curry criticizes Bono and U2 for what he perceives as cowardice, arguing that continuing the shows would have been a stronger statement against terrorism. The hosts discuss the cultural impact of these cancellations on the city's morale.

Keywords: [u2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/u2.md), [bono](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bono.md), [motorhead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/motorhead.md), concert cancellations, [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Philip Mudd's Concentric Circles of Investigation (35:47–37:20)

Former CIA official Philip Mudd outlines a "concentric circle" strategy for investigating the Paris attacks on CNN. The plan involves analyzing seized cell phones for recent communications, searching for support networks and weapons caches, and identifying individuals who may have had prior knowledge of the plot. The hosts note the uniformity of the "expert" advice being broadcast across major networks.

Keywords: [philip mudd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philip-mudd.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), spider network, [cell phones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cell-phones.md), conspirators, [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Obama and Hollande Declare War on Daesh (37:20–41:52)

President Obama and President Hollande characterize the Paris attacks as an "act of war" by the "terrorist army" Daesh. The hosts discuss the potential invocation of NATO's Article 5 and the irony of Obama praising France as America's "oldest ally" given the "freedom fries" era of diplomatic tension. They predict the event will be used to justify a massive military escalation in the Levant.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [francois hollande](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/francois-hollande.md), [daesh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daesh.md), [article 5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/article-5.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [freedom fries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-fries.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Social Media Solidarity and the French Motto (41:53–45:04)

The hosts analyze the rapid global adoption of the French tricolor flag on social media profiles as a form of "moral self-licensing" and "mind control." They critique President Obama's speech for nearly confusing the French motto "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" with the American "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness," suggesting the rhetoric was poorly prepared.

Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), tricolor, liberté, égalité, fraternité, [moral self-licensing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moral-self-licensing.md), [mind control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mind-control.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Obama's "Contained" Gaffe and the Shift to "Daesh" (45:05–47:16)

Just hours before the Paris attacks, President Obama told George Stephanopoulos that ISIS had been "contained," a statement that became an immediate political embarrassment. The hosts track the linguistic shift in the administration's rhetoric from "ISIL" to "Daesh" during the G20 summit in Turkey, noting that these terminological changes often carry specific legal and military implications.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [daesh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daesh.md), [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Vienna Talks and the Syrian Transition Strategy (47:16–49:52)

The Paris attacks coincide with diplomatic talks in Vienna regarding a "peaceful transition" in Syria, which the hosts interpret as a push to remove Bashar al-Assad. They argue that the tragedy provides the necessary leverage to implement a no-fly zone and "fortify" the border between Syria and Turkey. The narrative links the Paris events to previous bombings in Ankara to create a unified front against Daesh.

Keywords: vienna talks, [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [no-fly zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-fly-zone.md), [ankara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ankara.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Geopolitical Impact on Putin and the Migration Crisis (49:53–51:30)

The hosts suggest that the Paris attacks have effectively neutralized Vladimir Putin's opposition to Western intervention in Syria, as he cannot appear to defend a group linked to the massacre. They argue the event serves multiple Western goals: justifying the removal of Assad, providing a reason to close European borders to migrants, and maintaining a "strategy of tension" to keep domestic populations in a state of fear.

Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [sergey lavrov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergey-lavrov.md), [migration crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migration-crisis.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [strategy of tension](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strategy-of-tension.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Pope Francis and the "Third World War" (51:30–53:48)

Pope Francis describes the Paris attacks as a "piece" of a "Third World War" fought "piece by piece" (a pezzi). The hosts compare the Pope's assessment to their own long-standing thesis on global conflict. They also briefly mention Bernie Sanders' attempt to link terrorism to global warming, contrasting it with the Vatican's more direct military framing.

Keywords: [pope francis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-francis.md), third world war, a pezzi, [vatican](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vatican.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Site Intelligence Group and ISIS Responsibility Claims (53:48–55:54)

The hosts question the validity of ISIS claiming responsibility for the attacks, noting that much of this information is funneled through Rita Katz and the Site Intelligence Group. They point out that the official communique lacked the specific names of the attackers, which is a departure from typical ISIS propaganda. The involvement of figures like Richard Clark in related intelligence operations is also highlighted as a red flag.

Keywords: [rita katz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rita-katz.md), [site intelligence group](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/site-intelligence-group.md), waseem nasr, [richard clark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-clark.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), communique

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Suicide Belts in Europe and the ISIS Strategy Shift (55:55–58:27)

Media reports emphasize that the use of suicide belts in Paris represents a "strategy shift" and a "new mechanism" for terrorism in Europe. The hosts express skepticism about how a group supposedly "driving Toyotas in the desert" and "wearing Nike shoes" could suddenly execute a sophisticated multi-pronged attack in a major Western capital without detection.

Keywords: suicide belts, explosive belts, [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [raqqa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raqqa.md), toyotas, [nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Emergency Response Drills and Agent Provocateurs (58:27–1:01:30)

Adam Curry notes that a multi-site emergency response drill was taking place in Paris on the morning of the attacks, a coincidence he compares to drills held during the 9/11 and 7/7 events. The hosts discuss the possibility of "agent provocateurs" within intelligence agencies facilitating such plots to the point of execution, rather than stopping them, to achieve broader political objectives.

Keywords: samu, patrick pelloux, emergency drills, 7-7 bombings, [9-11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [agent provocateur](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agent-provocateur.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Michael Weiss on ISIS Sleeper Cells and Passports (1:01:31–1:05:26)

Author Michael Weiss explains on CNN that ISIS foreign fighters do not actually burn their passports but instead deposit them at a central "HQ" in Raqqa for future use by sleeper cells. The hosts mock this "HR department" narrative, questioning the logistics of managing thousands of passports for potential return missions. They argue the media is struggling to reconcile the "lone wolf" narrative with the reality of coordinated attacks.

Keywords: michael weiss, [christiane amanpour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christiane-amanpour.md), [raqqa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raqqa.md), [sleeper cells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sleeper-cells.md), [passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passports.md), abu muhammad al-adnani

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/26.md)

### 27. The "Sophisticated" Script and Rand Paul's War Declaration (1:05:26–1:08:12)

The hosts observe the repeated use of the word "sophisticated" across all news networks to describe the Paris attacks. They criticize Senator Rand Paul for introducing a bill to declare war on the Islamic State, arguing that such a move plays directly into the hands of those wanting a full-scale military intervention to remove Assad. They suggest the "script" is being unified to support a massive NATO response.

Keywords: [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [declaration of war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/declaration-of-war.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), sophistication

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Brian Williams and Media "Color" Reporting (1:08:13–1:10:29)

Brian Williams returns to MSNBC to lead breaking news coverage of the Paris attacks. The hosts critique an interview with a woman named Margo who witnessed nothing but was brought on to provide "color" for the broadcast. They mock the "fearless" nature of modern news reporting where journalists ask witnesses if they "dared" to look at bodies or blood.

Keywords: [brian williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-williams.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [breaking news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breaking-news.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [eyewitness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eyewitness.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Travel to Paris and the Benefits of Crisis (1:10:30–1:12:45)

Adam Curry suggests that now is the best time to visit Paris due to low prices and heightened security, criticizing airlines for canceling flights. The hosts conclude their analysis by summarizing the "benefits" of the crisis for various actors: the US gets to target Assad, Europe gets to crack down on immigration, and the "strategy of tension" is successfully reinforced among the citizenry.

Keywords: [american airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-airlines.md), [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md), yellow stars, [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [strategy of tension](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strategy-of-tension.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Al Gore's Cancelled Climate Broadcast and COP 21 (1:12:59–1:14:46)

Al Gore's planned "24 Hours of Reality" climate change broadcast in Paris was cancelled following the attacks. However, some analysts suggest the tragedy might actually benefit the upcoming COP 21 climate summit by increasing its media profile and security presence. The hosts remain skeptical of the link between the terrorist events and the global climate movement's economic goals.

Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [cop 21](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop-21.md), [climate summit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-summit.md), [cap and trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cap-and-trade.md), 24 hours of reality, [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Podcast Art, Fair Use, and Copyright Issues (1:14:47–1:17:03)

The hosts discuss the artwork for recent episodes, including a parody of the Hillary Clinton logo. They address the challenges of "fair use" and the risks of using art submitted by new listeners that may be stolen from professional artists. An anecdote about a "vasectomy picture" that was widely circulated online serves as a warning about copyright infringement in the digital age.

Keywords: joshua, hillary logo, [fair use](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fair-use.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), [vasectomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vasectomy.md), [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Google Alerts and Content Scraping Disputes (1:17:04–1:18:31)

Adam Curry describes receiving a legal threat via a Google Alert from a developer named Steven Greenberg regarding content stored in the No Agenda show notes. This leads to a broader discussion about the futility of pursuing small-scale content scrapers. John C. Dvorak recalls his time at PC Magazine when his columns were frequently stolen by blogs, noting that legal teams often found it "not worth the trouble" to sue.

Keywords: google alerts, [show notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-notes.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), [pc magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pc-magazine.md), [lawyers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawyers.md), content scraping

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Executive Producer Donations and New Knighthoods (1:18:33–1:21:29)

Sir Matt Greensmith contributes $800 to the show, earning the title of Matthew, Baron of Melbourne. His donation note emphasizes the need for "sanity" in discussing the Paris events. Sir David Julian also contributes $500 from Morgan Hill, California. The hosts discuss the growing "peerage map" and the importance of listener support in maintaining their independent analysis.

Keywords: matt greensmith, david julian, [melbourne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melbourne.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Sir Luke of London and the 7-Day Guitar Method (1:21:30–1:23:49)

Sir Luke of London donates $333.33 on his 33rd birthday and promotes his new online course, the "7-Day Guitar Method," hosted on Udemy. He offers a "noagenda" coupon code for listeners to access the course for free. The hosts discuss the "Bob Dylan neck brace" for harmonicas and grant "jobs karma" to Sir Luke as he transitions into his new venture.

Keywords: luke of london, udemy, guitar method, [bob dylan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-dylan.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), [coupon code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coupon-code.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Producer Credits and the "No Agenda Formula" (1:23:54–1:27:58)

The hosts read through a list of significant donations from producers including Sir Sean Connolly, James Richard, and Allen Chow. They acknowledge the "de-douching" of long-time listeners who haven't donated recently and reiterate the "No Agenda Formula" of hitting people in the mouth with deconstruction. The segment concludes with a reminder of the upcoming Thursday broadcast.

Keywords: [sean connolly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-connolly.md), james richard, allen chow, festus, [formula](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/formula.md), [deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deconstruction.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Sweden's Immigration Crisis and "Racism" Shaming (1:28:02–1:29:36)

A YouTube video from Sweden highlights the country's high immigration rates and rising crime statistics, noting that public discussion of these issues is often suppressed by labels of "racism." The narrator claims Sweden has become the "rape capital of Europe" due to cultural clashes but that authorities refuse to address the root causes. The hosts view this as a "canary in the coal mine" for the rest of Europe.

Keywords: [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), rape capital, [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/36.md)

### 37. The Arctic Refugee Route through Russia to Norway (1:29:36–1:31:52)

The BBC reports on a growing "Arctic route" for refugees traveling from Russia into northern Norway on bicycles. While the numbers are small compared to Mediterranean crossings, over 4,000 people have used this path since August. John C. Dvorak expresses skepticism about the story's validity, questioning why anyone would choose such a treacherous northern passage.

Keywords: [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), arctic route, [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [murmansk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/murmansk.md), [asylum seekers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asylum-seekers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/37.md)

### 38. "Cry Bullies" and the Rutgers University Free Speech Debate (1:31:54–1:35:57)

The hosts introduce the term "cry bullies" to describe students who use claims of emotional unsafety to suppress free speech on college campuses. They critique Professor Brittany Cooper of Rutgers University for arguing that the "right to move through the world unharassed" is as fundamental as the First Amendment. The discussion touches on "white privilege" as a narrative tool used to dismiss concerns about the freedom of the press.

Keywords: [cry bullies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cry-bullies.md), brittany cooper, [rutgers university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rutgers-university.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [white privilege](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-privilege.md), [ableism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ableism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Alan Dershowitz on the "Fog of Fascism" in Academia (1:35:57–1:38:37)

Attorney Alan Dershowitz criticizes the "double standard" of college students who demand personal freedoms while seeking "safe places" from challenging ideas. He compares the current campus climate to the 1930s, noting that students were the first to start burning books under the Nazi regime. Dershowitz warns that a "fog of fascism" is descending on American universities as administrators fail to stand up to student protesters.

Keywords: [alan dershowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-dershowitz.md), [johns hopkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/johns-hopkins.md), [mccarthyism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mccarthyism.md), [book burning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-burning.md), [larry summers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-summers.md), [missouri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missouri.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Social Justice Warriors and the Academic Labor Market (1:38:37–1:41:56)

The hosts discuss the rise of "Social Justice Warriors" (SJWs) and the historical parallels between modern campus movements and the intellectual origins of fascism. They argue that college administrators are afraid to confront students because the academic labor market is poor and the threat of lawsuits is high. Adam Curry suggests that students are being used as "pawns" in a larger machinery of social control.

Keywords: [social justice warriors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice-warriors.md), [sjw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sjw.md), [gamergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamergate.md), [fascism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fascism.md), [labor market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-market.md), [lawsuits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuits.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/40.md)

### 41. "The Real" Talk Show on Cell Phone Radiation (1:41:58–1:45:50)

A segment from the multicultural talk show "The Real" features the hosts discussing the dangers of sleeping with cell phones near their heads. One host, Tamara Mowry-Housley, suggests a "scientific test" involving putting a phone near a microwave to hear "weird noises." John C. Dvorak finds it significant that none of the hosts challenged the idea that cell phones cause cancer, indicating a shift in mainstream public perception.

Keywords: [the real](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-real.md), cell phone radiation, [brain cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brain-cancer.md), microwave test, [multiculturalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/multiculturalism.md), tamara mowry

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/41.md)

### 42. RF Burns and High-Frequency Safety (1:45:52–1:47:35)

Following the discussion on cell phones, the hosts share their personal precautions regarding radio frequency (RF) exposure. Adam Curry mentions his respect for high-frequency equipment after suffering an "RF burn" from a low-wattage transmitter. John C. Dvorak admits he uses speakerphone and avoids carrying his phone in his front pocket, reflecting a general caution toward long-term radiation exposure.

Keywords: rf burn, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), vhf, uhf, [speakerphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speakerphone.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/42.md)

### 43. McDonald Observatory Tour and Dark Energy Research (1:47:36–1:52:01)

Adam Curry provides details of his private tour of the McDonald Observatory, facilitated by the development director of the Giant Magellan Telescope. He describes the various telescopes, including the 10-meter Hobby-Eberly Telescope, and the ongoing research into pulsars and dark energy. Curry notes the high number of female astronomers and the international "vibe" of the facility despite the cloudy weather preventing visual observation.

Keywords: [mcdonald observatory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-observatory.md), dark energy, pulsars, spectrography, ccd cameras, [chile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chile.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Marfa Local Color and the Hubble Telescope Gaffe (1:52:01–1:55:13)

The hosts discuss the technical challenges of large telescopes, including the need for liquid nitrogen cooling and temperature adjustments. They recall the famous "gaffe" where the Hubble Space Telescope's mirror was ground incorrectly, requiring a space shuttle mission to install corrective optics. Adam Curry also mentions his travel route through Junction, Texas, on the way to Marfa.

Keywords: [marfa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marfa.md), hubble telescope, liquid nitrogen, junction texas, [astronomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astronomy.md), [mirrors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mirrors.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Buns and Roses Quonset Hut in Marfa (1:55:14–1:59:32)

Adam Curry describes a unique Marfa establishment called "Buns and Roses," a Quonset hut that serves as a bakery and flower shop. He meets the owners, Debbie and "Bird" (William Parrott), and learns about the affordability of steel building kits. The conversation includes local characters like "Trucks" and the history of Marfa as the filming location for the movie "Giant" starring James Dean.

Keywords: buns and roses, quonset hut, [marfa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marfa.md), [james dean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-dean.md), [elizabeth taylor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-taylor.md), future steel buildings

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Building 98 and German POW Murals (1:59:33–2:01:10)

Adam Curry visits "Building 98" in Marfa, a former military barracks that housed German prisoners of war during World War II. The building is famous for murals painted by the prisoners, depicting Texas landscapes. Curry attends a local Rotary Club benefit at the site, noting the "potluck" culture and the preservation of the historic artwork.

Keywords: building 98, pow murals, [marfa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marfa.md), german prisoners, rotary club, fort d.a. russell

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Rug Merchant Hussein and the Turkish Political Climate (2:01:11–2:05:23)

While in Marfa, Adam Curry meets a Turkish rug merchant named Hussein who is afraid to return to Turkey due to his political posts on Facebook. They discuss the influence of Fethullah Gülen and the marginalization of the Kurdish population. The conversation shifts to the artistry of Turkish and Iranian rugs, including "war rugs" from Afghanistan that feature designs of tanks and Kalashnikovs.

Keywords: hussein, turkish rugs, fethullah gülen, [kurds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kurds.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), war rugs

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Boston Marathon Victim Scam and "Unneeded Wordage" (2:05:23–2:09:39)

The hosts discuss the case of Joanna Lee, a woman who pleaded guilty to scamming $40,000 from Boston Marathon bombing victim funds despite not being injured. This leads into a new project: a "glossary of unneeded wordage" or "Slave Speak." The hosts list overused phrases like "at the end of the day," "fact of the matter," and "basically," which they believe are used to stall the brain before speaking.

Keywords: joanna lee, [boston marathon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-marathon.md), [gofundme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gofundme.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), glossary, slave speak

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/48.md)

### 49. SlaveSpeak.com and the "Amazing" Restaurant Review Meme (2:09:40–2:16:35)

Adam Curry announces the registration of SlaveSpeak.com to host a list of linguistic filler words and "performatives." They critique the overreliance on the word "amazing" in restaurant reviews and television commentary. The hosts invite listeners to submit more examples of "unneeded wordage" that contribute to a decline in precise communication.

Keywords: slavespeak.com, [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [amazing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazing.md), [restaurant reviews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/restaurant-reviews.md), [performatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/performatives.md), [filler words](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/filler-words.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Birthday Shout-outs and Ham Radio Call Signs (2:16:35–2:20:36)

The hosts perform a series of birthday shout-outs for listeners, including Stephen Olko, Sir Luke of London, and Carlos Pesina. They acknowledge donations from various "Hams" (amateur radio operators), using traditional sign-offs like "73s" and referencing call signs. The segment highlights the community aspect of the show's "Value-for-Value" model.

Keywords: stephen olko, luke of london, carlos pesina, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [73s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/73s.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/50.md)

### 51. Sir Tony Jedi Knight and the "Lewd" Jingle Request (2:20:37–2:24:16)

Anthony Garlanger is knighted as "Sir Tony, Jedi Knight of the Coders" after reaching the required donation threshold. He submits a request for a "lewd" combination of jingles involving Whoopi Goldberg, which the hosts promise to play later. The segment also includes a coded message for "Fat Pete" and a list of $50 donors from across the globe.

Keywords: tony garlanger, jedi knight, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), fat pete, [miami](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miami.md), [atlanta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atlanta.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/51.md)

### 52. Knighthood Ceremony for Anthony Garlanger (2:24:17–2:26:36)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak conduct the formal knighthood ceremony for Anthony Garlanger. They instruct him on how to claim his "No Agenda Ring" and encourage him to share the news on social media. The hosts also congratulate Sir Matt Greensmith on becoming the Baron of Melbourne, reinforcing the show's unique listener-funded hierarchy.

Keywords: anthony garlanger, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [no agenda rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-rings.md), [deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deconstruction.md), [melbourne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melbourne.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/52.md)

### 53. Hovercraft Telescopes and the Saturday Night Debate (2:26:37–2:28:14)

Adam Curry describes the "hovercraft" mechanism used to rotate the massive 10-meter telescope at the McDonald Observatory. The discussion then shifts back to the Democratic primary debate on CBS, which suffered from low ratings due to its Saturday night time slot. The hosts suggest the timing was a deliberate attempt to minimize viewership for the "three duds" on stage.

Keywords: hobby-eberly telescope, hovercraft, [democratic debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-debate.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ratings.md), [marfa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marfa.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/53.md)

### 54. Bernie Sanders on Climate Change and Terrorism (2:28:15–2:31:03)

During the Democratic debate, Bernie Sanders reiterates his claim that climate change is the greatest threat to national security, linking it directly to the rise of terrorism through resource scarcity. The hosts trace this narrative back to New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman and suggest that Sanders is merely repeating talking points provided by the CIA.

Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [thomas friedman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-friedman.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drought.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/54.md)

### 55. Donald Trump's "Vile" Attack on Ben Carson (2:31:04–2:34:01)

Media commentators on the PBS NewsHour, including David Brooks, react with horror to Donald Trump's 95-minute speech in Iowa where he compared Ben Carson's "pathological" temper to a disease. Trump is described as "vile," "vulgar," and "morally deformed" by the pundits. The hosts find Trump's performance highly entertaining and critique the commentators for their inability to understand his appeal.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [ben carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-carson.md), [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), pathological, [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/55.md)

### 56. Trump's Critique of Evangelical Redemption Narratives (2:34:01–2:36:24)

The hosts analyze Donald Trump's strategic attack on Ben Carson's religious conversion story. Trump questioned the validity of Carson's "redemption" narrative, which pundits claim is a central tenet of evangelical belief in Iowa. The discussion focuses on whether Trump's "religious illiteracy" will hurt him with voters or if his bluntness will continue to disrupt the traditional political playbook.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [ben carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-carson.md), [evangelicals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evangelicals.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), redemption, [conversion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conversion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/56.md)

### 57. Qatar's Investment in French Media and Terrorism (2:36:25–2:38:10)

John C. Dvorak highlights the connection between the Lagardère Group, a major French media empire, and its largest investor, Qatar. He notes that Qatar is a significant supporter of the Muslim Brotherhood and various groups labeled as terrorists. The hosts discuss how these financial ties might influence media coverage of events like the Paris attacks and international soccer.

Keywords: [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), lagardère group, arnaud lagardère, [muslim brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [soccer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soccer.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/57.md)

### 58. Hillary Clinton's Marine Corps Recruitment Claim (2:38:10–2:41:40)

Hillary Clinton's claim that she tried to join the Marine Corps in 1975 is met with skepticism and "two Pinocchios" from fact-checkers. DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz defends Clinton on MSNBC, arguing that not every life experience needs to be "verifiable." The hosts mock the idea of Clinton, a known anti-war activist at the time, seeking to enlist in the Marines.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [marine corps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marine-corps.md), [debbie wasserman schultz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debbie-wasserman-schultz.md), [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [1975](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1975.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/58.md)

### 59. Firing of Ron Lewis and the "Back Massage" Code (2:41:39–2:44:19)

Secretary of Defense Ash Carter fires his top military aide, Lieutenant General Ron Lewis, over unspecified allegations of misconduct. In a separate media critique, the hosts mock the editor of the New York Times for saying he would have given Edward Snowden a "back massage," which they interpret as a "groupie code" for more intimate favors.

Keywords: [ash carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ash-carter.md), ron lewis, [misconduct](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misconduct.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), back massage

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/59.md)

### 60. Einstein 3A and AT&T's $3 Billion Cybersecurity Contract (2:44:20–2:48:37)

AT&T wins a $3 billion government contract for "Einstein 3A," an enhanced cybersecurity service for .gov websites. The hosts express outrage that the multi-billion dollar project appears to consist of basic email filtering and "sinkholing" features that are already available in open-source software. They characterize the contract as a massive waste of taxpayer money for "installing Norton" on government servers.

Keywords: einstein 3a, [at&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [email filtering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email-filtering.md), [phishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phishing.md), sinkholing

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/60.md)

### 61. Executive Order on Syrian Humanitarian Assistance (2:48:38–2:51:19)

President Obama issues an executive order waiving certain prohibitions to allow the Department of Defense to distribute humanitarian assistance in Syria. The hosts struggle with the "legalese" of the order but conclude it is a mechanism to free up funds for the escalating military and refugee crisis. They predict this is a precursor to further US involvement in the region.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [humanitarian aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humanitarian-aid.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), legalese

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/61.md)

### 62. "Fact of the Matter" Jingle Medley and Sign-off (2:51:21–2:55:26)

The episode concludes with a lengthy jingle medley featuring various public figures and the hosts repeatedly saying "the fact of the matter." Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak sign off from Marfa, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley, respectively, promising to return for the next broadcast on Thursday. The "Slave Speak" theme is reinforced through the repetitive use of the overused phrase.

Keywords: [fact of the matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-of-the-matter.md), [jingle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingle.md), [marfa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marfa.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), episode 774, [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/62.md)

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