# Dustbin of History

> Media outlets intensify historical comparisons as legal precedents for immigration bans emerge, while the FBI and State Department grapple with encryption and radicalization.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 780
- **Published:** 2015-12-10
- **Length:** 3h 3m
- **Topics:** Trump Muslim Ban, Encryption Backdoors, COP21 Paris, [San Bernardino](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-bernardino.md), [Carbon Tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-tax.md), Holotropic Breathwork
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history

## About this episode

Donald Trump faces a global media firestorm and comparisons to Adolf Hitler following his proposal for a total shutdown of Muslim immigration. While NBC News and Tom Brokaw lead the rhetorical charge against the Republican frontrunner, a Bloomberg poll reveals that two-thirds of primary voters support the measure. Legal analysis of the Chinese Exclusion Act and Jimmy Carter’s 1979 Iranian ban suggests the executive branch maintains the constitutional authority to restrict entry for national security reasons despite claims of illegality from CNN and the New York Times.

FBI Director James Comey testified before the Senate this week, claiming that end-to-end encryption is a business model issue rather than a technical hurdle. Comey’s testimony regarding the San Bernardino investigation contradicted President Obama’s claims about the no-fly list, confirming the FBI is indeed notified of firearm purchases by persons on terror databases. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Ash Carter signaled a military expansion into Libya to combat the metastasis of ISIS, and DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson expanded the See Something Say Something campaign to encourage citizens to monitor the internet behavior of their own family members.

Katy Perry appeared in a bizarre UNICEF weather report to highlight climate change in Bangladesh, while Elon Musk used the COP21 summit in Paris to lobby for a global carbon tax that would benefit Tesla and SolarCity. The program also features a new audio jingle inspired by Stanislav Grof’s holotropic breathwork and a look at the technical failure of the Jeb Bush campaign to secure its own domain name. This episode was produced by Sir Black Ballz of Twit, Scott Brakel, and Robert Montoya.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/transcript.md.

### 1. Katy Perry, UNICEF Climate Change Weather Report (0:00–2:45)

Katy Perry appeared in a UNICEF promotional video styled as a weather report to discuss the impact of climate change on children. The presentation features Perry in front of a green screen using stock music to highlight drought in California and flooding in Bangladesh. The footage is criticized for its production quality and its focus on using children to promote environmental narratives.

Keywords: [katy perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katy-perry.md), [unicef](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unicef.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [weather report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-report.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Podcast Outro Production, Listener Discretion Warning (2:48–4:15)

A regular contributor has provided a new batch of "listener discretion" warnings and a special outro for the program. The audio clips warn of "wet floors" caused by "cry bullies" and their emotional reactions to the show's content. These segments are intended to last the production through March.

Keywords: [podcast production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-production.md), [outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outro.md), listener discretion, [cry bullies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cry-bullies.md), [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Donald Trump, Media Comparisons to Adolf Hitler (4:15–9:45)

Media outlets and international politicians have intensified comparisons between Donald Trump and Adolf Hitler following his proposal to restrict Muslim immigration. NBC News reporter Katie Tur is highlighted for her coverage of the backlash, while President Obama is noted for using specific rhetorical cadences to counter Trump's narrative. A Bloomberg poll mentioned in the coverage suggests that two-thirds of Republican primary voters actually support the proposed ban.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [adolf hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adolf-hitler.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [katie tur](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-tur.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Trump Muslim Ban, Nuance in Official Statements (9:46–12:03)

The specific wording of Donald Trump's official statement regarding a "total and complete shutdown" of Muslims entering the U.S. is examined. The analysis suggests that media reporting often omits the conditional phrase "until our country's representatives can figure out what the hell is going on." This omission is characterized as a deliberate attempt by the press to remove nuance from the policy proposal.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [muslim ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-ban.md), official statement, [media reporting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-reporting.md), [immigration policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Democracy Now, Amy Goodman Trump Takedown (12:04–15:38)

Amy Goodman of Democracy Now! produced a segment criticizing Donald Trump's proposal by comparing it to FDR's internment of Japanese, German, and Italian Americans during World War II. The segment features clips of various Republican rivals, including Jeb Bush and Chris Christie, condemning Trump's remarks. White House spokesperson Josh Earnest is also featured claiming that Trump's rhetoric disqualifies him from the presidency.

Keywords: [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [amy goodness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodness.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [fdr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fdr.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Constitutional Legality, Presidential Authority to Bar Aliens (15:39–18:46)

The legal history of presidential authority to bar specific classes of aliens is reviewed, citing the Chinese Exclusion Act and Jimmy Carter's ban on Iranians during the hostage crisis. The discussion argues that Trump's proposal is not unconstitutional based on existing statutes that allow the executive branch to restrict entry for safety reasons. Critics are accused of not reading the Constitution or the Bill of Rights before making claims of illegality.

Keywords: [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md), [jimmy carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-carter.md), chinese exclusion act, [immigration law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-law.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Jeffrey Toobin, CNN Legal Analysis Critique (18:46–20:49)

CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin is criticized for his assessment that Trump's immigration proposal is unconstitutional. The critique focuses on Toobin's professional background and his inclusion of his grammar school in his official biography. The argument is made that Toobin is ignoring historical precedents where Congress and the President have enacted similar bans.

Keywords: [jeffrey toobin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-toobin.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [constitutional law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md), legal analyst, columbia grammar

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/7.md)

### 8. New York Times, Peter Spiro Propaganda Analysis (20:49–25:10)

An op-ed by Peter Spiro in the New York Times titled "Trump's Anti-Muslim Plan is Awful and Constitutional" is deconstructed as a piece of propaganda. The analysis focuses on the use of the word "and" instead of "but" to linguistically link the Constitution with the word "awful." Spiro is identified as an internationalist whose framing suggests the Constitution itself is a problem.

Keywords: [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), peter spiro, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [internationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internationalism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Media Rhetoric, JK Rowling and Voldemort Comparisons (25:11–29:47)

Author JK Rowling compared Donald Trump to the Harry Potter villain Voldemort, a move highlighted as an example of extreme media rhetoric. The discussion extends to progressive media figures like Tom Hartmann and Michelangelo Signorelli, who are accused of fostering "pure hate" toward Republicans. The segment argues that these media personalities have moved away from discussing policy to focus entirely on personal attacks.

Keywords: jk rowling, voldemort, [harry potter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-potter.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [tom hartmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-hartmann.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Southern Poverty Law Center, Frank Gaffney Hate Group Designation (29:47–33:59)

A clip from a Muslim lawyer suggests that Frank Gaffney's Center for Security Policy will be designated as a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) in the coming year. This "slip" is used to argue that the SPLC operates on a political agenda rather than objective criteria. The SPLC is characterized as a wealthy non-profit that uses hate group designations to generate revenue and silence opposition.

Keywords: [southern poverty law center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-poverty-law-center.md), [splc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/splc.md), [frank gaffney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frank-gaffney.md), [pamela geller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pamela-geller.md), [hate groups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-groups.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Pig's Head Incident, CAIR Spokesperson Accents (33:59–37:06)

An investigation was opened in Philadelphia after a pig's head was left at the Al-Aqsa Islamic Society. The coverage of this event by Democracy Now! is critiqued for its focus on Islamophobia. Additionally, a spokesperson for CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations) is identified as the same lawyer who represented "Clock Boy" Ahmed Mohamed, and his rhetorical style is mocked.

Keywords: [philadelphia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philadelphia.md), [mosque](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mosque.md), [cair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cair.md), [muslim brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md), [clock boy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clock-boy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Christopher Buckley, Satirical Trump Inaugural Address (37:07–39:49)

Writer Christopher Buckley, son of William F. Buckley, is discussed in the context of a satirical Trump inaugural address he wrote for the Wall Street Journal in 1999. A personal anecdote is shared regarding Buckley's early skepticism of the internet during a family Thanksgiving in 1992. Buckley is criticized for his perceived arrogance and for using his media appearances to plug his latest novel.

Keywords: [christopher buckley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christopher-buckley.md), [william f. buckley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-f-buckley.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), [internet history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-history.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Bataclan Suspect Identification, Homegrown Terrorism Narrative (39:51–42:16)

French authorities identified Fouad Mohammed Aghad, a 23-year-old from Strasbourg, as the third suspect in the Bataclan music hall attack. The reporting emphasizes that all identified attackers were Belgian or French citizens. This is framed as a media narrative designed to suggest that immigration bans are ineffective because the threats are "homegrown."

Keywords: [bataclan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bataclan.md), [paris attacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-attacks.md), fouad mohammed aghad, [strasbourg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strasbourg.md), [homegrown terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homegrown-terrorism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Tom Brokaw, NBC News Retirement Commentary (42:18–45:24)

Retired NBC anchor Tom Brokaw returned to the air to deliver a commentary against Donald Trump, comparing his proposals to Japanese internment and McCarthyism. The segment critiques Brokaw's transition from a supposedly neutral "meat puppet" news reader to an editorialist in his later years. The historical comparisons are dismissed as logically flawed and partisan.

Keywords: [tom brokaw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-brokaw.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [mccarthyism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mccarthyism.md), [jim crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-crow.md), [media history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-history.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Evan Coleman, Flashpoint Intel Terror Analysis (45:25–49:34)

Terror analyst Evan Coleman appeared on MSNBC's Hardball to claim that Trump's rhetoric is putting American lives and military members at risk. Coleman, who runs Flashpoint Intel, is accused of "cashing in" on the war on terror by selling intelligence services. His claims about people surrounding mosques with assault rifles are questioned for lack of evidence.

Keywords: evan coleman, flashpoint intel, [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), terror analyst, [dark web](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-web.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Donald Trump, Bill Gates and Internet Regulation (49:34–51:57)

Donald Trump suggested that the U.S. should talk to Bill Gates about "closing up" parts of the internet to prevent ISIS recruitment. This proposal is criticized as technically illiterate, noting that Microsoft was famously late to the internet. The discussion points out that while the media mocks Trump, other government officials like FBI Director James Comey are also seeking ways to regulate or backdoor internet communications.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [internet regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-regulation.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), isis recruitment

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Holotropic Breathwork, Stanislav Grof and Jingle Production (51:58–55:48)

A discussion regarding "holotropic breathwork," a technique developed by Stanislav Grof as a successor to LSD-based therapy, leads to the creation of a new audio jingle. One host recorded a breathing exercise that was then edited with theremin-like sounds. The resulting audio file is shared as a humorous response to the concept of psychedelic therapy.

Keywords: stanislav grof, holotropic breathwork, lsd therapy, [theremin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theremin.md), audio jingles

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Executive Producer Credits, Donation Segment 780 (55:49–1:04:14)

The hosts acknowledge high-value donors for Episode 780, including Sir Black Ballz of Twit, Scott Brakel, and Robert Montoya. Several listeners are promoted to the ranks of Baron or Baronet within the show's "knighthood" system. The segment includes personal notes from donors regarding their lives, careers, and reasons for supporting the value-for-value model.

Keywords: [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), sir black ballz, [knight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knight.md), [baronet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baronet.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Holiday Show Schedule, No Agenda Christmas Plans (1:04:14–1:06:51)

The hosts discuss their broadcasting schedule for the upcoming Christmas and New Year's holidays. They reject a listener's suggestion to do a news deconstruction instead of a traditional "Clip Show," explaining the labor-intensive nature of the program. They confirm they will continue to produce shows through the end of the year to catch any news items slipped through by the government during the holidays.

Keywords: [podcast schedule](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-schedule.md), [christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christmas.md), new years, [clip show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clip-show.md), [listener support](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-support.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/19.md)

### 20. James Comey, FBI Encryption and Technical Literacy (1:06:52–1:11:55)

FBI Director James Comey testified before the Senate regarding the challenges encryption poses to law enforcement, citing 109 encrypted messages sent before the Garland, Texas attack. Comey claimed that encryption is a "business model" issue rather than a technical one. The hosts criticize Comey's lack of technical expertise and his "tell" for lying during his testimony.

Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [garland texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/garland-texas.md), tech sector

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Mobile Phone Unlocking, Legal vs Technical Definitions (1:11:55–1:15:38)

The terminology used by FBI Director James Comey regarding "unlocking" phones is scrutinized. The discussion highlights the confusion between "unlocking" a phone for use on different carriers (GSM/SIM) and "decrypting" the device's storage. Comey is accused of intentionally conflating these terms to push for government backdoors into consumer electronics.

Keywords: [smartphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smartphone.md), [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [sim card](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sim-card.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [backdoors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/backdoors.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Terror Watch Lists, Gun Control Contradictions (1:15:38–1:18:47)

Barack Obama's claim that individuals on the no-fly list can buy guns without the FBI being able to stop them is contradicted by James Comey's testimony. Comey clarified that the FBI is indeed notified when someone on a terror database attempts a firearm purchase, allowing for investigation. This discrepancy is presented as an example of the FBI Director publicly correcting the President's misinformation.

Keywords: [terror watch list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terror-watch-list.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), nics check

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/22.md)

### 23. San Bernardino Investigation, Radicalization and Ballistics (1:18:48–1:22:57)

The investigation into the San Bernardino shooting reveals that the perpetrators were radicalized as early as 2013, prior to their engagement. A discussion on the ballistics of the AR-15 rifle ensues, with questions raised about the nature of the injuries reported versus the expected damage from .223 caliber ammunition. The hosts express skepticism regarding the official narrative of the event.

Keywords: [san bernardino](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-bernardino.md), [tashfeen malik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tashfeen-malik.md), k-1 visa, [ar-15](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ar-15.md), [ballistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ballistics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau, State Department Visa Screening (1:22:58–1:26:48)

State Department spokesperson Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau defended the visa screening process following the San Bernardino attack. Despite the failure to detect the radicalization of the female shooter, Trudeau maintained that the multi-layered security process, including fingerprints and interviews, remains robust. The hosts mock the repetitive and defensive nature of the State Department's briefings.

Keywords: elizabeth kennedy trudeau, [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), visa screening, [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [fingerprints](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fingerprints.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Barbara Boxer, Gun Control and Traffic Deaths (1:26:48–1:28:29)

Senator Barbara Boxer is criticized for her rhetoric regarding gun control and her oath of office. Boxer claimed that if any other cause killed 30,000 Americans annually, the Senate would take immediate action. The hosts point out that automobile accidents kill approximately 33,000 people a year, yet there is no comparable legislative urgency to ban cars.

Keywords: [barbara boxer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-boxer.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), traffic fatalities, [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Hillary Clinton, Benghazi Email Revelations (1:28:33–1:31:51)

A newly released email from Jeremy Bash to Hillary Clinton's State Department colleagues on September 11, 2012, indicates that military forces were "spinning up" and ready to deploy to Benghazi. This contradicts previous claims that no forces were available to assist during the attack. The hosts argue that the media is ignoring this story in favor of the ongoing "Trump is Hitler" narrative.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md), [judicial watch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/judicial-watch.md), jeremy bash, [emails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emails.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Ash Carter, Libya and ISIS Metastasis (1:31:51–1:35:49)

Defense Secretary Ash Carter discussed the "metastasis" of ISIS into Libya and the need for further military action in the region. Carter's use of medical metaphors to describe the spread of terrorism is criticized as a rebranding effort to justify continued intervention. The discussion suggests that Libya is being prepared as the next major conflict zone under the guise of fighting ISIS.

Keywords: [ash carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ash-carter.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), metastasis

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Congressman Michael McCaul, Homeland Security Threat Environment (1:35:50–1:38:25)

Congressman Michael McCaul, Chairman of the Homeland Security Committee, declared that the U.S. is in the highest threat environment since 9-11. McCaul described 2015 as a "watershed year" in the war against ISIS, which he labeled the "new standard bearer of evil." The segment also notes that DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson is considering re-implementing a color-coded terror threat level system.

Keywords: [michael mccaul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-mccaul.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [san bernardino](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-bernardino.md), [terror threat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terror-threat.md), [9-11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Jeh Johnson, See Something Say Something Campaign (1:38:25–1:41:29)

DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson and media figures are encouraging citizens to report "strange" behavior by relatives or children on the internet. This expansion of the "See Something, Say Something" campaign is compared to the NSB collaborators in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands. The rhetoric is characterized as a dangerous push for domestic surveillance within families and religious communities.

Keywords: [jeh johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeh-johnson.md), [see something say something](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/see-something-say-something.md), [mta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mta.md), [snitching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snitching.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Robert Dear, Planned Parenthood Courtroom Outbursts (1:41:30–1:48:46)

Robert Dear, the suspect in the Planned Parenthood shooting, made several outbursts in court claiming to be a "warrior for the babies." Dear accused his public defender—the same lawyer who represented the Aurora theater shooter—of trying to silence him with psychotropic drugs. The segment highlights Dear's demand for a preliminary hearing and his refusal to be declared mentally incompetent.

Keywords: robert dear, [planned parenthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/planned-parenthood.md), [colorado springs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado-springs.md), aurora shooter, [psychotropic drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychotropic-drugs.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Cecile Richards, Political Rhetoric and Abortion Providers (1:48:47–1:50:21)

Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards appeared on Lawrence O'Donnell's program to blame political rhetoric for the attack on the Colorado Springs clinic. Richards called on politicians to "think long and hard" about how they discuss abortion providers. The hosts interpret this as an attempt to stifle free speech and demonize political opposition to Planned Parenthood.

Keywords: [cecile richards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cecile-richards.md), [planned parenthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/planned-parenthood.md), [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [abortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abortion.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/31.md)

### 32. China-Africa Cooperation, Non-Interference Policy (1:50:23–1:53:49)

President Xi Jinping announced a massive support package for 50 African nations during a forum on China-Africa cooperation. African leaders, including Robert Mugabe, praised China's policy of non-interference in internal affairs, contrasting it with Western diplomatic approaches. China is currently Africa's largest trading partner, with over 3,000 Chinese companies operating on the continent.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [robert mugabe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mugabe.md), [trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Second Amendment Debate, Civics 101 with a Professor (1:53:49–1:58:19)

A host recounts an ongoing debate with a Stanford professor regarding the Second Amendment and the Supreme Court's DC v. Heller decision. The host argues that if the public truly wants gun control, they should seek to repeal the Second Amendment through the Article 5 process rather than reinterpreting it. The professor's lack of basic civics knowledge regarding the amendment process is highlighted.

Keywords: [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), dc v heller, [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Associate Executive Producers, Donation Segment 780 Part 2 (1:58:22–2:08:50)

The second half of the donation segment features contributions from Chris Wilson in Australia, Eric Von Marter, and several donors from the UK and Malaysia. A technical discussion regarding the Intel 8008 and 8080 microprocessors is sparked by a specific donation amount. The hosts thank the "producers" for their financial support and for providing content and "trigger warnings" for the show.

Keywords: [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), intel 8008, [malaysia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malaysia.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/34.md)

### 35. No Agenda Meetups, Port Angeles and Texas (2:08:51–2:11:40)

A No Agenda meetup is scheduled for December 20th at the Next Door Pub in Port Angeles, Washington. The hosts encourage listeners to organize their own local meetups to connect with other "free thinkers" in their areas. They offer to help facilitate these gatherings by sending out localized emails to the show's mailing list.

Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [port angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-angeles.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md), [networking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/networking.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Enantiodromia, Millennial Entitlement and Yale Protests (2:11:40–2:16:52)

The concept of "enantiodromia"—the principle that a superabundance of any force produces its opposite—is applied to the current generation of college students. The resignation of Yale Professor Erika Christakis over a Halloween costume email is cited as an example of extreme millennial entitlement and "cry bully" culture. The hosts argue that this behavior is a reaction to "helicopter parenting" and media-driven fear.

Keywords: enantiodromia, [carl jung](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-jung.md), [yale university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yale-university.md), erika christakis, [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Donald Trump, Potential Reset and Political Risks (2:16:54–2:22:46)

The hosts discuss the possibility of a Donald Trump presidency acting as a "reset" for the world, even if he is viewed as a demagogue. They speculate on the risks Trump faces, including potential sex scandals or "unfortunate aviation accidents," similar to the theories surrounding Ross Perot. The segment concludes that Trump's presence is currently generating massive ratings for the media.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [demagogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/demagogue.md), [political assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-assassination.md), [red book](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-book.md), media frenzy

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Every Student Succeeds Act, Common Core Removal (2:22:46–2:25:24)

The Senate passed the "Every Student Succeeds Act" (SB 1177), which effectively removes federal mandates for Common Core standards. While the bill retains some statewide testing requirements, it returns significant control over education standards to the individual states. President Obama is expected to sign the bill as part of his domestic policy legacy.

Keywords: every student succeeds act, [common core](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/common-core.md), [education reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education-reform.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Lynch Memorial Hall, Campus Renaming Demands (2:25:26–2:26:44)

Students at Lebanon Valley College in Pennsylvania are demanding the renaming of Lynch Memorial Hall due to the word "lynch" having racial overtones. The building was actually named after a former college president, but students are calling for his first name to be added or for the name to be changed entirely. This is presented as another example of hypersensitivity on college campuses.

Keywords: lebanon valley college, lynch memorial hall, [renaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renaming.md), racial overtones, [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/39.md)

### 40. COP21 Paris Climate Summit, Meat and Dairy Consumption (2:26:45–2:29:45)

The COP21 climate summit in Paris involved 36,000 delegates focusing on keeping global warming below 2 degrees Celsius. A new focus of the summit is the impact of meat and dairy consumption on greenhouse gas emissions, with celebrities like Paul McCartney advocating for meat-reduced diets. Activists are reportedly suggesting a "gradual weaning" off animal protein in favor of plant-based alternatives.

Keywords: [cop21](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop21.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [paul mccartney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-mccartney.md), [veganism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veganism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/40.md)

### 41. John Kerry, Climate Finance and Marketplace Signals (2:29:46–2:33:46)

Secretary of State John Kerry's speech at the Paris climate summit is analyzed, focusing on his admission that the summit is about sending "marketplace signals" rather than just environmental goals. Kerry emphasized the mobilization of "climate finance" from public and private sources. The U.S. has pledged $3 billion to the Green Climate Fund, which the hosts characterize as a massive transfer of wealth.

Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [climate finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-finance.md), [green climate fund](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-climate-fund.md), [marketplace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketplace.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Greenpeace Sting, Climate Skeptic Professors (2:33:46–2:36:08)

Greenpeace conducted a sting operation against two professors, William Happer and Frank Clemente, by posing as fossil fuel consultants and asking them to write reports. The professors agreed to write the reports for a fee, which Greenpeace framed as a scandal. The hosts argue that paying writers for white papers is standard business practice and not inherently corrupt.

Keywords: [greenpeace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenpeace.md), [william happer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-happer.md), frank clemente, [climate skepticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-skepticism.md), [sting operation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sting-operation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Flat Earth Theory, Antarctica and Scientific Dogma (2:36:10–2:38:32)

A host mentions investigating "Flat Earth" theories, specifically the idea that Antarctica is an ice ring surrounding the earth. This is prompted by John Kerry's dismissal of climate skeptics as members of the "Flat Earth Society." While not endorsing the theory, the host expresses an interest in looking at the arguments being made by the community.

Keywords: [flat earth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flat-earth.md), [antarctica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antarctica.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [scientific consensus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scientific-consensus.md), [geography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geography.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Elon Musk, Carbon Tax Advocacy in Paris (2:38:35–2:40:09)

Elon Musk spoke at the Pantheon-Sorbonne University in Paris to advocate for a global carbon tax. Musk argued that taxing carbon emissions is necessary to shift the market toward sustainable energy. The hosts label Musk a "phony," pointing out the conflict of interest given his ownership of Tesla and SolarCity, as well as the high pollution levels associated with SpaceX rocket launches.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [carbon tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-tax.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), solar city, [cop21](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop21.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/44.md)

### 45. Hoverboard Fires, Lithium-Ion Battery Safety (2:40:10–2:44:37)

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is investigating a series of fires involving hoverboards, which are attributed to cheap lithium-ion batteries made in China. Reports of boards exploding or catching fire have emerged from Seattle, Houston, and Alabama. One host admits to using a hoverboard to transport trash down a long hallway, despite the reported safety risks.

Keywords: [hoverboard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hoverboard.md), [lithium-ion battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lithium-ion-battery.md), [fire hazard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fire-hazard.md), [seattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seattle.md), [consumer product safety commission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-product-safety-commission.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/45.md)

### 46. 13th Amendment Anniversary, Obama Rhetoric on Bigotry (2:44:38–2:46:11)

President Obama marked the 150th anniversary of the 13th Amendment by delivering a speech at the U.S. Capitol. Obama used the occasion to speak against "bigotry in all its forms," which was widely interpreted as a swipe at Donald Trump's immigration proposals. The hosts question the logical connection between the abolition of slavery and current debates over border security.

Keywords: [13th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/13th-amendment.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [slavery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slavery.md), [bigotry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bigotry.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/46.md)

### 47. European Migrant Crisis, Disease and Rapid Response Forces (2:46:12–2:49:37)

Health officials in Germany are reporting a resurgence of diseases like scabies and threats of cholera in refugee camps. Under the protocols of the Lisbon Treaty, authorities have the power to arrest and jail individuals with contagious diseases. Meanwhile, the EU is proposing a "rapid response" border force that can be deployed to member states like Greece without their explicit authorization.

Keywords: [migrant crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migrant-crisis.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [cholera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cholera.md), [lisbon treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon-treaty.md), [border control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-control.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Jeb Bush, Website Redirect and Campaign Blunders (2:49:38–2:51:11)

The domain "jebbush.com" was found to be redirecting users to Donald Trump's official campaign website. This occurred because Jeb Bush's campaign failed to purchase the domain, allowing a third party to acquire it and set up the redirect. The incident is cited as evidence of Bush's lack of technical savvy and poor campaign management.

Keywords: [jeb bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeb-bush.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), jebbush.com, [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), [campaign strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-strategy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Star Wars Marketing, Daisy Ridley and Disney PR (2:51:12–2:56:08)

The marketing blitz for the new Star Wars film is discussed, including an interview with actress Daisy Ridley that is critiqued for her seemingly "overloaded" state. The discussion touches on Joseph Campbell's "The Power of Myth" and its influence on George Lucas. The hosts criticize the Disney PR machine for booking entire casts on talk shows, resulting in poor-quality interviews.

Keywords: [star wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-wars.md), [daisy ridley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daisy-ridley.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), joseph campbell, [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/49.md)

### 50. Show Sign-off, Episode 780 Outro Mix (2:56:11–3:02:53)

The hosts sign off from Episode 780, reminding listeners of the upcoming Sunday show and the "Obama Bot Dinner" report. The episode concludes with a complex audio production featuring clips of Barack Obama and Joe Biden singing "Amazing Grace," interspersed with aggressive soundbites about bombing and military action.

Keywords: [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md), [amazing grace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazing-grace.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [audio mix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-mix.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/780-dustbin-of-history/chapter/50.md)

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