# Mono Nuptials > The Republican establishment attempts to derail a populist revolution as global media crackdowns and a worsening European migrant crisis signal a new era of institutional instability. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 805 - **Published:** 2016-03-06 - **Length:** 3h 8m - **Topics:** GOP Schism, Zaman Raid, [Migrant Crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migrant-crisis.md), [Trumpism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trumpism.md), Hillary Emails, Mono-Nuptials - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials ## About this episode The Republican Party faces a historic internal schism as Mitt Romney and Reince Priebus lead an establishment effort to block Donald Trump from the nomination. This populist surge mirrors the 1924 Democratic National Convention, where a split between Al Smith and William Jennings Bryan fundamentally reshaped American politics. Meanwhile, Donald Trump continues to dominate headlines by labeling Edward Snowden a spy and suggesting the families of 9/11 hijackers were complicit in the attacks. Global tensions escalate as Turkish authorities use tear gas to seize control of the Zaman newspaper, while CNN Turk self-censors the raid to broadcast government speeches. In Europe, Donald Tusk attempts to manage a migrant crisis that has left 13,000 people stranded in squalid conditions at the Idomeni camp on the Greek-Macedonian border. Domestically, Hillary Clinton faces renewed scrutiny over State Department transparency as reporter Catherine Herridge investigates Cheryl Mills' role in managing classified email deletions. Additional reports cover North Korea's nuclear standby orders and the rise of the Alternative for Germany party. Cultural oddities take center stage as the hosts analyze the aesthetics of the California Zephyr train and the social stigma of being a podcaster at high-society Austin parties. Marco Rubio attempts to win over millennials with yoga jokes, while a British company introduces a controversial menstrual leave policy. The program concludes with the official knighting of the Baron of Guam and a look at the mono-nuptial trend of women marrying themselves. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/transcript.md. ### 1. California Zephyr Train Aesthetics, Ayn Rand Comparison (0:00–1:38) The hosts open the program discussing the visual style of the California Zephyr train, comparing its modern appearance to the architectural and industrial aesthetics found in Ayn Rand's literature. They contrast the classic version of the train, which featured glass domes, with the current Amtrak route and older Burlington engines. Keywords: [california zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-zephyr.md), [amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [ayn rand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayn-rand.md), burlington, [train travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/train-travel.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Ride Spin Studio Anniversary, Podcaster Social Status Anecdote (1:39–5:32) A host recounts attending a third-anniversary party for the Ride spin studio in Austin, Texas, located at the South Congress Hotel. During the event, a former New York banker's wife introduced the host to a high-level publishing executive from Condé Nast as a "podcaster," leading to a discussion about the perceived low social standing of podcasters compared to traditional media figures. Keywords: ride spin studio, soul cycle, [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [podcaster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcaster.md), [social status](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-status.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Listener Complaints, Audio Frequency Issues and Earbuds (5:33–7:02) The discussion shifts to listener complaints regarding the use of gongs and high-frequency sound effects in the show. The hosts debate the quality of Apple earbuds and warn listeners that high-volume earbud use may contribute to permanent hearing loss. Keywords: [earbuds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earbuds.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [audio engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-engineering.md), [hearing loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hearing-loss.md), [listener feedback](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-feedback.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Slot Car Tracks, Trampoline Parks as Investment Fads (7:03–10:51) A detailed history of slot car racing tracks in the Bay Area and New York explores why the business model failed due to the "hobby expert phenomenon," where elite racers discouraged casual participants. The hosts compare this to the rise and fall of trampoline parks, which disappeared quickly due to high liability costs and injury risks. Keywords: slot cars, trampoline parks, investment fads, hobby expert phenomenon, [liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liability.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Political Soundbite Remixes, Obama and Hillary Barking (10:52–12:18) The hosts review various political soundbites for potential remixing by show producers, including a clip of Bernie Sanders saying "whoa" and Hillary Clinton's infamous barking audio. They discuss the longevity of the "Obama kicking out a heckler" jingle and seek new material for the current election cycle. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [soundbites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soundbites.md), [jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Republican Party Internal Conflict, 1924 Democratic Precedent (12:22–16:14) The current state of the Republican Party is analyzed through the lens of the 1924 Democratic Party split between elites and populists. The hosts discuss the "secret organization" nature of the GOP leadership, specifically naming Reince Priebus and Mitt Romney as figures attempting to block Donald Trump's nomination. Keywords: [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [reince priebus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reince-priebus.md), 1924 convention [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Stephen Moore vs. Michael Leavitt, Romney Speech Backlash (16:15–20:47) A PBS Newshour segment featuring economist Stephen Moore and former Utah Governor Michael Leavitt is deconstructed. Moore criticizes Mitt Romney's "disgraceful" attack on Donald Trump, arguing that the GOP establishment is insulting middle-class voters who have not seen a pay raise in a decade. Keywords: [stephen moore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-moore.md), michael leavitt, [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [judy woodruff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/judy-woodruff.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Hillary Clinton "Numbers Don't Add Up" Meme, Trump Support (20:48–24:54) The hosts examine the "numbers don't add up" meme used against Bernie Sanders, suggesting it was a paid marketing effort by the DNC. The segment concludes with Stephen Moore predicting Donald Trump could win 35 states, including New York, if he secures the nomination. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [stephen moore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-moore.md), michael leavitt, [election polls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-polls.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Trump Rally Security, Protester Management Tactics (24:56–30:40) The hosts critique CNN's coverage of violence at Trump rallies, specifically addressing claims that Trump eggs on supporters to attack protesters. A host who attended a rally provides a first-hand account, clarifying that security instructed the crowd to chant "Trump" to drown out protesters rather than inciting physical violence. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [protesters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protesters.md), [safe spaces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safe-spaces.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Kelly Goff, Armchair Analysis of Trump Supporters (30:40–32:16) The hosts criticize Daily Beast writer Kelly Goff for her "armchair analysis" on CNN, where she claimed that even Trump's supporters do not believe he can win the presidency. They argue this misrepresents the actual enthusiasm seen at rallies and in polling data. Keywords: kelly goff, the daily beast, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [trump supporters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-supporters.md), [political analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-analysis.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Trump-Hitler Comparisons, Disabled Reporter Controversy (32:17–34:32) The discussion covers the increasing frequency of media comparisons between Donald Trump and Adolf Hitler, noting similar comments from former Mexican President Vicente Fox. They also revisit the controversy regarding Trump's alleged mocking of a disabled New York Times reporter, Serge Kovaleski. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [adolf hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adolf-hitler.md), [vicente fox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vicente-fox.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Harry Reid "Frankenstein" Prop, Lawrence O'Donnell Critique (34:33–36:52) Senator Harry Reid's use of a "Trump equals Frankenstein" visual aid on the Senate floor is mocked for being an outdated cultural reference. The hosts also criticize MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell for describing Trump rallies as "militaristic operations" and "vile" events. Keywords: [harry reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-reid.md), [lawrence o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-o-donnell.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), frankenstein, [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Secret Service Role, "Trumpism" and Fascism Labels (36:54–40:46) The hosts debate Lawrence O'Donnell's claim that Donald Trump has converted the Secret Service into "thugs" or "brown shirts." They analyze the use of the term "Trumpism" and the media's insistence on labeling the movement as 21st-century American fascism. Keywords: [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [lawrence o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-o-donnell.md), [fascism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fascism.md), [trumpism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trumpism.md), [birtherism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birtherism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Barack Obama Muslim Claims, Daniel Pipes Analysis (40:47–42:32) The hosts discuss a poll claiming 66% of Trump supporters believe President Obama is a Muslim. They reference the work of Daniel Pipes regarding Obama's background and argue that while many people may believe this, it does not necessarily equate to personal hatred of the President. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [daniel pipes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daniel-pipes.md), [ramadan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ramadan.md), [muslim](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim.md), [public opinion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-opinion.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Al Smith, William Jennings Bryan, 1924 Election History (42:35–47:45) A deep dive into the 1924 Democratic National Convention explains how the party split between urban anti-corruption figure Al Smith and religious populist William Jennings Bryan. The hosts use this history to argue that the current Republican split will not necessarily destroy the party long-term, as the Democrats won four consecutive terms just eight years after their 1924 disaster. Keywords: al smith, [william jennings bryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-jennings-bryan.md), 1924 convention, tammany hall, [calvin coolidge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/calvin-coolidge.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/15.md) ### 16. "Lost Voters" Revolution, Marco Rubio on Millennials (47:46–51:18) The hosts discuss the "Lost Voter" phenomenon, where citizens who haven't voted since Ronald Reagan are returning to the polls for Donald Trump. They contrast this populist energy with Marco Rubio's "ridiculous" pitch to millennials about collaborating with hundreds of millions of global clients. Keywords: lost voters, [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [american revolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-revolution.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Judy Miller, Donald Trump Mob Ties Allegations (51:21–53:49) Former New York Times reporter Judy Miller appears as a pundit to discuss Donald Trump's alleged historical ties to organized crime in the Las Vegas hotel industry. The hosts remind the audience of Miller's role in promoting the Iraq War and suggest she has ties to the intelligence community. Keywords: judy miller, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [las vegas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/las-vegas.md), [organized crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/organized-crime.md), wayne barrett [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/17.md) ### 18. White House Press Briefing, White Supremacist Radio Question (53:49–58:48) A White House press briefing is analyzed where a reporter asks Josh Earnest about a white supremacist radio host being granted press credentials at a Trump event. The hosts deconstruct Earnest's hesitant response, suggesting he was waiting for talking points to appear on his iPad. Keywords: [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [press corps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-corps.md), [white supremacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-supremacy.md), radio show [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Trump Fundraising Hypocrisy, Small Donor Events (58:49–1:00:29) The media's attempt to frame Donald Trump as a hypocrite regarding campaign fundraising is discussed. The hosts look at reports of Trump attending events for outside groups and his dismissal of a $100-a-plate event as a mere "meet and greet." Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md), [super pac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-pac.md), [ivanka trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivanka-trump.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Australian TV "Hitler-Trump Playbook" Propaganda (1:00:29–1:06:18) An Australian television segment is critiqued for presenting a "Hitler-Trump Playbook" that compares the two figures' rhetoric on fear, scapegoating, and simplistic solutions. The hosts debunk the claim that Trump keeps a book of Hitler's speeches by his bedside and discuss the "small hands" meme as a coordinated attack. Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [adolf hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adolf-hitler.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), scapegoating [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/20.md) ### 21. William Hague on Intelligence, Break Transition (1:06:20–1:08:01) The hosts play a clip of British politician William Hague defending the legal framework of secret intelligence. They mock his assertion that such surveillance exists only to "protect freedoms" before transitioning to the first mid-show break. Keywords: [william hague](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-hague.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [gchq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gchq.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Executive Producer Donations, B12 Health, Millennial Wine Trends (1:08:04–1:14:38) During the donation segment, the hosts discuss the health benefits of Methyl B12 for cognitive function. They also pivot to a discussion on millennial social habits, claiming that while millennials consume 44% of the wine in the U.S., they often prefer low-quality brands like Andre Champagne. Keywords: [b12](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/b12.md), [methylcobalamin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/methylcobalamin.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [wine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wine.md), andre champagne [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Associate Executive Producer Credits, Knighting Ceremony (1:14:39–1:21:38) The hosts read through a list of Associate Executive Producers, granting "job karma" and "relationship karma" to donors. They mention Mark Hall's documentary "Killing Ed" and explain the "Value for Value" model that sustains the podcast without traditional advertising. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [documentary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/documentary.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Hillary Clinton Transparency Claims, Catherine Herridge Reporting (1:21:45–1:24:17) Hillary Clinton's claim that she is the "most transparent public official in modern times" is mocked. The hosts then discuss Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge's investigation into Cheryl Mills and the handling of top-secret information at the State Department. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [catherine herridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catherine-herridge.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), classified emails, [transparency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transparency.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Cheryl Mills State Department Role, Matt Lee Questioning (1:24:18–1:26:41) The hosts review a State Department briefing where reporter Matt Lee questions the extended employment and security clearance of Cheryl Mills. They suggest Mills remained at the department specifically to manage the deletion of Secretary Clinton's emails. Keywords: [cheryl mills](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cheryl-mills.md), [matt lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lee.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [security clearance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-clearance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Hillary Clinton Energy Levels, Adderall Speculation (1:26:42–1:32:12) The hosts analyze Hillary Clinton's recent stump speeches, describing her as sounding "tired," "bored," and "low-energy." They speculate that her campaign may use stimulants like Adderall to boost her performance, which they predict will eventually lead to a public "crash." Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy.md), [adderall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adderall.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [campaign trail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-trail.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Donald Trump 9/11 Truther Comments, Terrorist Families (1:32:12–1:33:47) During a debate, Donald Trump makes comments regarding the families of the 9/11 hijackers, suggesting they were sent back to "a certain territory" (alluding to Saudi Arabia) before the attacks. The hosts critique his delivery of this "truther" theory. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [world trade center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-trade-center.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/27.md) ### 28. ABC News GOP Debate Summary, Fox News Pivot to Trump (1:33:48–1:40:02) The hosts discuss ABC News' coverage of the "ugly" GOP debate and the high Republican voter turnout. They also observe a shift in Fox News' tone, suggesting Rupert Murdoch has decided to back Donald Trump after previously opposing him, evidenced by Megyn Kelly's "softball" questions. Keywords: [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [megyn kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megyn-kelly.md), [rupert murdoch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rupert-murdoch.md), [gop debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop-debate.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Ted Cruz and Sean Hannity, Brokered Convention Fears (1:40:03–1:42:46) Ted Cruz appears with Sean Hannity at CPAC to discuss the possibility of a brokered convention. Cruz warns that if the "Washington establishment" attempts to drop in a chosen candidate against the will of the voters, it will result in a "manifest revolt." Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [sean hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-hannity.md), [cpac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpac.md), [brokered convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brokered-convention.md), [establishment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/establishment.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Marco Rubio Comedy Chops, Yoga Joke Analysis (1:42:47–1:45:09) The hosts praise Marco Rubio's comedic timing during the debate, specifically his ad-libbed joke about Ted Cruz and Donald Trump doing yoga. They suggest Rubio has the "chops" to host Saturday Night Live. Keywords: [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [snl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snl.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md), [gop debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop-debate.md), [ad-lib](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-lib.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Trump on Vladimir Putin, Edward Snowden "Spy" Label (1:45:10–1:48:13) Donald Trump defends his comments about Vladimir Putin, arguing it would be beneficial for the U.S. to get along with Russia. He also names Richard Haass as a trusted national security advisor and explicitly labels Edward Snowden a "spy" who should be returned to the U.S. Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [richard haass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-haass.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Ronald Reagan Historical Parallel, Mental Health Policy (1:48:13–1:51:27) Following the news of Nancy Reagan's death, the hosts discuss Ronald Reagan's tenure as Governor of California. They recount how he campaigned on a "blue ribbon panel" to investigate student riots but ultimately focused on closing state mental institutions, a move that had long-lasting social consequences. Keywords: [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), [nancy reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-reagan.md), john mccone, [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), mental institutions [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Chris Cuomo, Bernie Sanders and Black Voters (1:51:29–1:54:49) The hosts critique CNN's Chris Cuomo and his analysis of Bernie Sanders' struggle to win over black voters. They discuss the historical and cultural tensions between different demographic groups within the Democratic coalition. Keywords: [chris cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-cuomo.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [black voters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-voters.md), jewish-american [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Russell Simmons Endorsement, Factory Farming and Climate (1:54:51–1:58:15) Rap mogul Russell Simmons endorses Hillary Clinton while attacking Bernie Sanders for being "insensitive" to black people and failing to address the "factory farming lobby." Simmons claims that factory farming is the primary cause of climate change, storms, and earthquakes. Keywords: [russell simmons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russell-simmons.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [factory farming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/factory-farming.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [veganism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veganism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/34.md) ### 35. OJ Simpson Knife Discovery, Wisconsin Bacteria Outbreak (1:58:26–2:02:21) The hosts discuss the suspicious timing of a "newly found" knife at the former OJ Simpson estate, coinciding with a TV series about the trial. They also cover a deadly outbreak of *Elizabethkingia* bacteria in Wisconsin, noting the lack of new antibiotic development by major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer. Keywords: [oj simpson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oj-simpson.md), elizabethkingia, [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), [antibiotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antibiotics.md), [pharmaceutical industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-industry.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Turkey Media Crackdown, Zaman Newspaper Raid (2:02:22–2:05:43) Turkish police used tear gas and plastic bullets to seize control of *Zaman*, the country's largest newspaper. The government accused the publication of ties to U.S.-based cleric Fethullah Gulen, whom President Erdogan claims is attempting to overthrow the state. Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [recep tayyip erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recep-tayyip-erdogan.md), zaman, [fethullah gulen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fethullah-gulen.md), [media freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-freedom.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/36.md) ### 37. CNN Turk Censorship, Corporate Media Conglomerates (2:05:46–2:08:28) The hosts highlight reports that *CNN Turk* ignored the raid on *Zaman* to broadcast a speech by President Erdogan and a segment on weight loss. They discuss how large Turkish media companies are often part of conglomerates that rely on government contracts, leading to self-censorship. Keywords: cnn turk, [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), conglomerates, [independent media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/independent-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/37.md) ### 38. Scripted Media Failure, Improv vs. Scripting (2:08:30–2:12:00) The hosts have a meta-discussion about a failed attempt to coordinate a scripted transition regarding the Turkey news. They conclude that they are "improv artists" who cannot successfully execute scripted segments, referencing a previous failed "Freddy the Firewall" bit. Keywords: [improv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/improv.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/production.md), [scripting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scripting.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/38.md) ### 39. Knighting of the Baron of Guam, Newsletter Analytics (2:12:00–2:23:28) Chad Biederman is officially named the Baron of Guam. The hosts also review a "report card" for their newsletters based on James Pennebaker's linguistic inquiry tool, which gave them high scores for analytic thinking but a low score of 20 for "authenticity." Keywords: [guam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guam.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [james pennebaker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-pennebaker.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), authenticity score [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/39.md) ### 40. San Francisco "Obama-Bot" Dinner, Liberal Culture (2:23:29–2:24:55) A host shares an email from a friend in San Francisco who describes the city as being so full of "crazy liberals" that they feel like right-wingers by comparison. The hosts discuss an upcoming dinner with this "Obama-bot" group in May. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [palo alto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palo-alto.md), [stanford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stanford.md), [liberals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberals.md), [obama-bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-bots.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/40.md) ### 41. News Headline Gimmicks, "Compelling International" Brackets (2:24:56–2:29:57) The hosts deconstruct a new trend in television news where anchors use generic, bracketed phrases like "alarming health headline" or "compelling international headline." They argue these are teleprompter placeholders that have become part of the actual broadcast script to grab viewer attention. Keywords: [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), news headlines, [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/41.md) ### 42. North Korea Nuclear Rhetoric, BBC "Blood-Curdling" Report (2:29:58–2:36:00) The BBC and CNN report on Kim Jong-un ordering North Korea's nuclear forces to be on "constant standby." The hosts critique the BBC's Steve Evans for calling the rhetoric "blood-curdling" while simultaneously admitting that North Korea likely lacks the capability to carry out such threats. Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/42.md) ### 43. European Migrant Crisis, Donald Tusk Diplomacy (2:36:00–2:41:15) European Council President Donald Tusk visits Turkey and the Balkans to seek a consensus on managing the migrant crisis. The hosts discuss the "warehouse of souls" in Greece, where thousands of refugees are stranded due to border closures in Macedonia and Austria. Keywords: [donald tusk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-tusk.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/43.md) ### 44. Greek Migrant Camp Conditions, Cholera and Hygiene (2:41:15–2:44:21) Conditions at the Idomeni camp on the Greek-Macedonian border are described as squalid, with 13,000 people living in muddy fields. The hosts express concern over "poop diseases" and respiratory illnesses as heavy rains flood the temporary shelters. Keywords: [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [macedonia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macedonia.md), [hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hygiene.md), [cholera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cholera.md), medicine sans frontieres [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/44.md) ### 45. Angela Merkel Political Pressure, Alternative for Germany (2:44:21–2:46:40) German Chancellor Angela Merkel faces significant political pressure from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party ahead of regional elections. The hosts discuss the internal rift within Merkel's CDU party regarding border controls and the proposed "air bridge" to Holland. Keywords: [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [afd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afd.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [elections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elections.md), [immigration policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-policy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/45.md) ### 46. RT Coverage of Pork Bans, Muslim Accommodation in Germany (2:46:41–2:49:45) RT reports on German lawmakers pushing to keep pork on school menus as some outlets switch to halal dishes to accommodate refugees. Other reports mention a school in Bavaria banning short skirts and a town canceling fireworks to avoid startling migrants from war zones. 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Keywords: [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [ada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ada.md), [section 508](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/section-508.md), [accessibility](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accessibility.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/47.md) ### 48. Menstrual Leave Policy, Coexist Company in Bristol (2:53:44–2:56:30) A British company called Coexist introduces a "period policy" allowing female staff to take time off during their menstrual cycles. The hosts discuss similar laws in Japan and Taiwan while debating the impact of such policies on gender equality in the workplace. Keywords: [bristol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bristol.md), coexist, menstrual leave, [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [labor laws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-laws.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/48.md) ### 49. Fatherhood Rankings, "Mono-Nuptial" Marriage Trend (2:56:30–2:57:54) A study from the University of Savannah claims children rank fathers fourth in importance behind mothers, friends, and the internet. The hosts also discuss a growing trend in England of "mono-nuptials," where women hold wedding ceremonies to marry themselves. Keywords: [fatherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fatherhood.md), university of savannah, [marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marriage.md), mono-nuptials, [england](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/england.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/49.md) ### 50. Sexsomnia Legal Defense, Robert Mugabe Diamond Seizure (2:57:54–3:00:10) The hosts examine "sexsomnia" as a legal defense used in rape and molestation cases in England and Denmark. They also report on Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe's announcement that the government will seize control of all diamond mines in the country. Keywords: sexsomnia, [sleepwalking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sleepwalking.md), [robert mugabe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mugabe.md), [zimbabwe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zimbabwe.md), diamond mines [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/805-mono-nuptials/chapter/50.md) ### 51. Outro, "Noodles" Restaurant Union Rant, Sign-off (3:00:10–3:08:15) The show concludes with a listener-submitted "Noodles" restaurant rant about workers taking control of their workplace. The hosts sign off from Austin and Silicon Valley, followed by a final discussion about Argentinian ants and "siege mode" behavior. 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