# Produce & Pipelines

> A historic Dutch referendum shakes the European Union while the Panama Papers leak exposes the offshore secrets of the global elite and triggers political resignations.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 814
- **Published:** 2016-04-07
- **Length:** 2h 50m
- **Topics:** Dutch Referendum, [Panama Papers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/panama-papers.md), HB 1523, [Mossack Fonseca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossack-fonseca.md), Ukraine Pipelines, [Drone Strikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-strikes.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines

## About this episode

The Netherlands has rejected a European Union partnership deal with Ukraine in a landmark referendum, with unofficial results showing 64% of voters opposing the expansion. Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte faces significant political pressure as the turnout narrowly exceeded the 30% threshold required for validity. The agreement, characterized as a resource-driven trade deal involving agricultural produce and energy pipelines, highlights the strategic interests of Victoria Nuland and Chevron in Ukrainian shale oil contracts.

The release of the Panama Papers from law firm Mossack Fonseca has triggered global investigations into offshore tax havens, leading to the resignation of Icelandic Prime Minister Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson and a police raid on UEFA headquarters. While the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists focuses on Vladimir Putin and cellist Sergei Roldugin, the leak appears timed to influence European sentiment. Meanwhile, Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant signed House Bill 1523, allowing businesses to deny services based on religious objections, prompting a boycott from PayPal and travel bans from New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

John C. Dvorak recounts a successful meetup at Sparks Steak House in New York City, where he received a mysterious gift of expensive champagne from the Duke and Duchess of Japan. Adam Curry demonstrates a technical workaround for the Amazon Echo, renaming the device the Book of Knowledge to settle spelling disputes. The program concludes with a knighthood ceremony for Sir Paul of Twickenham and a critique of Bill Nye's claims regarding the generational shift in climate change denial.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/transcript.md.

### 1. Weather Reports and John C. Dvorak's Return from New York (0:00–1:30)

Adam Curry welcomes John C. Dvorak back to the program following his trip to New York. Dvorak reports on the extreme temperature fluctuations he experienced, moving from 26-degree weather in the Northeast back to 86 degrees in California. The hosts discuss the biting winds of the city and Dvorak's birthday.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather.md), acuweather

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/1.md)

### 2. New York City Meetup Recap and Anonymous Sucrettes Gift (1:30–3:30)

John C. Dvorak describes the atmosphere of New York City as "grungy" and mentions the "patina of city grime" on his clothing. Adam Curry inquires about a mysterious delivery of 35 tins of old-fashioned Sucrettes lozenges received by one of the hosts without a note or card.

Keywords: [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), city grime, sucrettes, anonymous gift

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Dutch Referendum Rejects EU-Ukraine Association Agreement (3:30–9:01)

Voters in the Netherlands rejected a European Union partnership deal with Ukraine in a non-binding referendum, with unofficial results showing 64% voting "no." The turnout narrowly exceeded the 30% threshold required for validity. Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte stated the government must reconsider ratification in light of the public's discontent with EU expansion.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [referendum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/referendum.md), association agreement, [mark rutte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-rutte.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Geen Pijl and the Mechanics of Dutch Referenda (9:02–13:20)

The hosts analyze the legal mechanism that allowed the Dutch referendum to occur, noting that the group Geen Pijl successfully gathered over 400,000 signatures. Politicians who supported the EU-Ukraine deal are criticized for claiming that referenda are "bad for democracy" once the public votes against their interests.

Keywords: geen pijl, referendum law, [signatures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signatures.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [trade agreement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-agreement.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Ukraine Resources, Pipelines, and American Financial Interests (13:22–16:42)

The EU-Ukraine agreement is characterized as a resource-driven trade deal focused on agricultural produce and energy pipelines. The discussion highlights the role of the United States in Ukrainian affairs, specifically mentioning Victoria Nuland and Chevron's interest in shale oil contracts and the free flow of energy into Europe.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [chevron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevron.md), [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [shale oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shale-oil.md), [pipelines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipelines.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Protected Names, Ukrainian Champagne, and Bulgarian Feta Cheese (16:42–20:02)

A technicality in the trade agreement allows Ukraine to continue using protected names like "Champagne" and "Feta" for its exports for a limited time. The hosts discuss the quality of Bulgarian feta cheese compared to Greek varieties and the strict European Union regulations regarding protected designations of origin.

Keywords: [champagne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/champagne.md), [feta cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/feta-cheese.md), [bulgaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bulgaria.md), protected designation of origin, [trade agreement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-agreement.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/6.md)

### 7. French Wine Protests and Nigel Farage on Brexit (20:04–22:23)

French wine growers recently intercepted and drained 70,000 gallons of Spanish wine from tankers to protest cheap imports. Meanwhile, Nigel Farage visited the Netherlands to frame the Dutch referendum as an "appetizer" for the upcoming Brexit vote in the United Kingdom.

Keywords: [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), wine tankers, [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Panama Papers Leak and Potential Timing with Dutch Vote (22:25–26:37)

The release of the Panama Papers, involving millions of documents from law firm Mossack Fonseca, is analyzed as a potential propaganda tool timed to influence the Dutch referendum. While media coverage focuses heavily on Vladimir Putin, the hosts note that Putin himself is not directly named in the documents.

Keywords: [panama papers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/panama-papers.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md), [iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [data leak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-leak.md), [mossack fonseca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossack-fonseca.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/8.md)

### 9. BBC Panorama Coverage of Mossack Fonseca and Money Laundering (26:37–31:36)

BBC's Panorama reports on the reality of offshore tax havens, alleging that Mossack Fonseca helped global elites break the law. The coverage highlights Icelandic Prime Minister Sigmundur Gunnlaugsson's resignation and claims a billion-dollar money laundering operation in Russia involving cellist Sergei Roldugin.

Keywords: bbc panorama, [mossack fonseca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossack-fonseca.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), sergei roldugin, [iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [tax havens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-havens.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Executive Producer Credits and the "Shock Jock" Atmosphere (31:37–36:08)

The hosts acknowledge donations from associate executive producers and discuss a listener's letter regarding the difficulty of political dialogue with family. The listener's cousin dismissed the podcast as having a "shock jock atmosphere" while recommending Democracy Now! as an alternative.

Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), shock jock, [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Dutch Producer Donations and SAP Consulting Call-Outs (36:09–39:26)

Ron Noren, a listener from the Netherlands, donates to the show and asks the hosts to "hit his co-workers in the mouth" for not contributing. The hosts jokingly call out specific SAP consultants for being "douchebags" who have failed to support the value-for-value model.

Keywords: [sap](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sap.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), ron noren, xavier hacking, ronald koningsenburg, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/11.md)

### 12. The Boy with Involuntary Social Network Disorder by Scott McKenzie (39:28–44:04)

Sir Scott McKenzie has published a new No Agenda-themed novel titled "The Boy with Involuntary Social Network Disorder." The book explores a love story between a man addicted to social media and a woman who lives entirely offline, incorporating various show memes and concepts.

Keywords: [scott mckenzie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-mckenzie.md), [novel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/novel.md), involuntary social network disorder, [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [kindle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kindle.md), print books

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Intelligence Agency Involvement in the Panama Papers (44:09–47:33)

The hosts speculate that the Panama Papers leak was orchestrated by a major intelligence agency such as the CIA or MI6. They examine the funding of the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), noting contributions from George Soros's Open Society Foundation and USAID.

Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [mi6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mi6.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), center for public integrity

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/13.md)

### 14. President Obama's Response to Legal Tax Avoidance (47:34–52:16)

President Obama addressed the Panama Papers by emphasizing that much of the tax avoidance depicted is actually legal under current law. The hosts review an infographic detailing legitimate and illegitimate uses for shell corporations, ranging from protecting trade secrets to hiding assets during divorces.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [tax avoidance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-avoidance.md), shell corporations, legal loopholes, inversions

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Market Manipulation and Dry Testing Products (52:17–57:26)

The discussion turns to how shell companies are used to manipulate stock markets through "pump and dump" schemes. John C. Dvorak recalls how Commodore allegedly used "dry testing"—announcing products to gauge interest—to influence stock prices without committing to production.

Keywords: [market manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/market-manipulation.md), [commodore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commodore.md), jack tramiel, dry testing, [pump and dump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pump-and-dump.md), [shell companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-companies.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/15.md)

### 16. FIFA Corruption and Global Leadership Scandals (57:26–1:00:40)

The Panama Papers leak has led to the resignation of FIFA ethics committee member Juan Pedro Damiani and a police raid on UEFA headquarters. The investigation centers on TV rights deals signed by Gianni Infantino, highlighting systemic corruption among global leadership figures.

Keywords: [fifa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifa.md), gianni infantino, juan pedro damiani, [uefa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uefa.md), [embezzlement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/embezzlement.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/16.md)

### 17. German Free Speech Laws and Satire Restrictions (1:00:41–1:04:01)

In Germany, a comedian is under investigation for a satirical poem about Turkish President Erdogan due to a law that forbids insulting foreign heads of state. The hosts discuss the implications of this law on free speech and the potential role of German intelligence (BND) in the Panama Papers leak.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [bnd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bnd.md), [erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erdogan.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), world leaders

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Media Deconstruction of Panama Papers Reporting (1:04:03–1:11:04)

The hosts deconstruct reporting from PBS and other outlets, criticizing the use of the term "so-called Panama Papers" to marginalize the leak. They analyze the defenses used by David Cameron and Petro Poroshenko, who claim their offshore holdings were held in "blind trusts."

Keywords: [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), [petro poroshenko](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petro-poroshenko.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [blind trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blind-trust.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Corporate Inversions and the Bernie Madoff Connection (1:11:06–1:17:43)

The Obama administration is using the Panama Papers scandal to push for regulations against corporate inversions, such as the proposed Pfizer-Allergan merger. The hosts also float a theory that the leak might be a tool to locate missing funds from Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme, which they suggest may have been a front for money laundering.

Keywords: [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), allergan, corporate inversions, [bernie madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-madoff.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [drug money](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-money.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/19.md)

### 20. European Banks and the National Register of Shell Companies (1:17:43–1:20:46)

German Justice Minister Heiko Maas announced plans for a national register to force shell companies to reveal their owners. The Panama Papers reveal that over 500 banks, including HSBC and Deutsche Bank, helped clients set up offshore accounts in jurisdictions like the British Virgin Islands and the Seychelles.

Keywords: [heiko maas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heiko-maas.md), [hsbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hsbc.md), [deutsche bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deutsche-bank.md), [credit suisse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-suisse.md), british virgin islands, [seychelles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seychelles.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Foreign Policy by Blackmail and Intelligence Motives (1:20:46–1:27:42)

The hosts discuss the possibility that the Panama Papers leak is a form of "foreign policy by blackmail" intended to destabilize specific leaders. They weigh whether the FSB or American agencies are behind the leak, noting the quick response from the Obama administration compared to other whistleblowing events.

Keywords: [blackmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackmail.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [fsb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fsb.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md), [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/21.md)

### 22. State Department Coaching on Iran Sanctions (1:27:43–1:34:20)

Journalist Matt Lee questioned the State Department regarding reports that the U.S. is "coaching" foreign banks on how to conduct business with Iran without violating sanctions. The administration claims it is merely fulfilling its obligations under the JCPOA to advise banks on legal trade routes.

Keywords: [matt lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lee.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Mississippi Anti-LGBT Law and PayPal's North Carolina Boycott (1:34:21–1:38:28)

Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant signed House Bill 1523, a law allowing businesses to deny services based on religious objections. This follows similar legislation in North Carolina, which prompted PayPal to cancel plans for a new facility in the state and led New York's governor to ban non-essential state travel to Mississippi.

Keywords: [mississippi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mississippi.md), phil bryant, [lgbt rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbt-rights.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md), [religious freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Analysis of Mississippi House Bill 1523 (1:38:30–1:44:11)

The hosts examine the specific language of the Mississippi bill, noting it focuses narrowly on the "wedding sector" and sincerely held religious beliefs regarding marriage and sexual relations. They argue the law is legally unnecessary and could inadvertently open the door for Sharia law or other religious protections.

Keywords: house bill 1523, [religious freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom.md), [marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marriage.md), [sharia law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sharia-law.md), [civil rights act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-rights-act.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Heritage Foundation Defense and the "Gay Agenda" (1:44:11–1:49:42)

A representative from the Heritage Foundation defended the Mississippi law on CNN, arguing it is specifically tailored to the wedding context and protects religious freedom. The hosts criticize the "arrogance" of the law while also noting that the media focus remains primarily on the "gay agenda" rather than broader legal implications.

Keywords: [heritage foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heritage-foundation.md), [don lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-lemon.md), [religious freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom.md), [discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discrimination.md), cake baker

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Sparks Steak House Meetup and the "Duke and Duchess of Japan" (1:49:42–1:53:36)

John C. Dvorak recounts a successful No Agenda meetup at Sparks Steak House in New York City. He mentions a mysterious gift of expensive champagne from a couple identified as the "Duke and Duchess of Japan" and notes the attendance of show regulars like Rod Adams and Nick the Rat.

Keywords: sparks steak house, [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [champagne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/champagne.md), [nick the rat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-the-rat.md), [rod adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rod-adams.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Producer Donations and Transgender Listener Feedback (1:53:37–1:58:48)

During the New York meetup, several producers provided significant donations and personal stories. One transgender producer thanked the hosts for using proper pronouns and stated that the show's deconstruction of propaganda helped her navigate her personal reality and "saved" her from cognitive dissonance.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [transgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), social network disorder

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Family Dynamics and Birthday Cards from Listeners (1:58:49–2:03:09)

John C. Dvorak shares details about his family's presence at the New York event, including his children Mimi and "Buzzkill Jr." He reads through various birthday cards and notes from listeners, acknowledging the effort producers made to meet him in person during his trip.

Keywords: [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), cards, [family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family.md), [mimi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mimi.md), buzzkill jr.

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Bronx Producers and Hacking the Amazon Echo (2:03:10–2:08:19)

A producer from the Bronx sent a donation and a card celebrating Dvorak's "26th" birthday. Adam Curry demonstrates how he "hacked" his Amazon Echo to respond to the name "Book of Knowledge," using it to settle a spelling dispute over the word "Mississippi."

Keywords: [bronx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bronx.md), [amazon echo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-echo.md), [book of knowledge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-of-knowledge.md), [alexa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexa.md), [mississippi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mississippi.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Global Donations and the iPhone "Night Shift" Theory (2:08:20–2:14:33)

The hosts read donations from listeners in Korea, Germany, and Amsterdam. A note from a producer in Germany suggests that the iPhone's "Night Shift" feature, which turns the screen yellowish, might be designed to make users look better in selfies by avoiding ghoulish blue light.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/korea.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [blue light](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-light.md), night shift

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Knighthood Ceremony for Sir Paul of Twickenham (2:14:33–2:17:53)

Paul Webb is knighted as "Sir Paul of Twickenham" for his consistent support of the show through a monthly donation plan. The hosts perform the traditional knighthood ceremony, listing a humorous array of "Hookers and Blow" style perks associated with the rank.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), paul webb, twickenham, [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [ceremony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceremony.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/31.md)

### 32. White House "Glitch" in Francois Hollande Audio (2:17:53–2:20:15)

The White House claimed a "technical issue" caused the term "Islamist terrorism" to be dropped from the official audio of French President Francois Hollande's remarks. The hosts mock this explanation, noting that the "glitch" conveniently censored a term the Obama administration avoids using.

Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [francois hollande](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/francois-hollande.md), islamist terrorism, [audio glitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-glitch.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Donald Trump's Recession Prediction and Adult Coloring Books (2:20:17–2:24:46)

Donald Trump has predicted a "massive recession," a claim dismissed by mainstream economists but noted by the hosts as a potential leading indicator. John C. Dvorak identifies the sudden popularity of adult coloring books as a "depression indicator," comparing them to historical needlepoint used during difficult economic times.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [recession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recession.md), adult coloring books, depression indicators, [economic downturn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-downturn.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Obama Admits Drone Strike Civilian Deaths (2:24:47–2:27:36)

During a nuclear summit, President Obama acknowledged that the "legal architecture" around drone strikes was not always precise and admitted that civilians have been killed. The hosts note this as a rare direct admission of the consequences of U.S. drone policy.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [drone strikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-strikes.md), [civilian casualties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civilian-casualties.md), [nuclear summit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-summit.md), kinetic strikes

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Huma Abedin's "Fangirl" Moment with Hillary Clinton (2:27:37–2:30:57)

Huma Abedin appeared on the "Call Your Girlfriend" podcast to describe her first meeting with Hillary Clinton as an intern. Abedin described it as an "inspiring" and "beautiful" moment, which the hosts deconstruct as evidence of the deep personal and professional bond between the two women.

Keywords: [huma abedin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/huma-abedin.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast.md), call your girlfriend, [anthony weiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-weiner.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Climate Change Warnings and Bill Nye's Generational Claims (2:30:57–2:34:49)

White House advisor John Podesta and EPA head Gina McCarthy issued warnings about heat-related deaths caused by climate change. Bill Nye "The Science Guy" also claimed that climate change denial is a generational issue that will disappear as millennials become the dominant voting bloc.

Keywords: [john podesta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-podesta.md), [gina mccarthy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gina-mccarthy.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Hillary Clinton's Critique of Bernie Sanders' Plans (2:34:50–2:36:35)

Hillary Clinton criticized Bernie Sanders' policy proposals during a speech to the AFL-CIO, claiming his "numbers don't add up" and his plans rely on unrealistic political shifts. The hosts play a slowed-down version of the audio to highlight her rhetorical style.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [afl-cio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afl-cio.md), [campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign.md), [policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/policy.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Airline Safety Stories and Pilot Arrests (2:36:36–2:40:44)

The hosts discuss two unusual airline stories: a United flight that turned back to Hawaii due to "overburn" fuel concerns and the arrest of an American Airlines pilot in Detroit for being under the influence. They question why these incidents are receiving national news coverage and suggest they may be used to promote automated flight.

Keywords: [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), [american airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-airlines.md), overburn, [detroit airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit-airport.md), pilot arrest

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/38.md)

### 39. President Obama Scolds College Students on Free Speech (2:40:45–2:43:31)

President Obama told a group of millennials that college students should not be "coddled" or protected from different points of view. He argued that students should engage in arguments with speakers they disagree with rather than silencing them, a statement that reportedly met with silence from the audience.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [college campuses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-campuses.md), [safe spaces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safe-spaces.md), guest speakers

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Show Outro and "Diversity or Die" Montage (2:43:31–2:50:55)

The show concludes with a musical montage featuring a song about drone strikes and a series of clips regarding "diversity as destiny." The hosts sign off from Austin and Silicon Valley, briefly mentioning cricket protein powder before the final credits.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [diversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity.md), [drone song](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-song.md), [cricket protein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cricket-protein.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/40.md)

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