# The Great Clip Show

> From Al-Qaeda expense reports in Mali to the bizarre adult film doppelgänger of a podcast pioneer, the world of international bureaucracy and media gaffes takes center stage.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 822
- **Published:** 2016-05-05
- **Length:** 2h 41m
- **Topics:** Al-Qaeda Bureaucracy, [Rachel Dolezal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-dolezal.md), [Jen Psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [Fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), MSNBC Gaffes, Seymour Butz, Quantum Dawn
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show

## About this episode

Adam Curry reports from Paris on the visible decline of French tourism and the rise of aggressive street scams targeting Americans near the Eiffel Tower. John C. Dvorak challenges Curry with archival footage of an adult film producer named Seymour Butz who bears a striking resemblance to the host, sparking a debate over a secret past in the Los Angeles entertainment industry. The pair also analyzes the linguistic arguments of Rachel Dolezal regarding the evolution of racial slurs during her appearance on Piers Morgan.

State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki faces criticism for her condescending communication style regarding the Quantum Dawn 2 cybersecurity exercises, while Secretary of State John Kerry defends the controversial Bowe Bergdahl prisoner exchange. In the European Parliament, Andrew Duff struggles through a speech on democratic revolts, highlighting the disconnect between EU bureaucracy and the public. Meanwhile, a leaked letter from Mali reveals that Al-Qaeda operates as a rigid corporate entity, with leadership reprimanding commander Mokhtar Belmokhtar for failing to submit monthly expense reports and missing meetings in Timbuktu. Domestic reports also surface of a panic in an Oregon movie theater caused not by a weapon, but by a man urinating on a teenager in the back row.

Reverend James David Manning delivers a fiery sermon labeling Barack Obama a long-legged mac daddy and the son of Satan while accusing Fox News of a massive cover-up. Major General Albert Stubblebine III promotes health warnings about Fukushima through his Natural Solutions Foundation, drawing on his history with the Men Who Stare at Goats project. The show concludes with a technical breakdown of the AMS-IX router failure that disrupted T-Mobile broadband across Europe.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/transcript.md.

### 1. Adam Curry, John C. Dvorak, Paris Travel Observations (0:00–6:26)

Adam Curry broadcasts from Paris, France, noting the decline in tourism and the friendliness of locals. The hosts discuss common street scams targeting Americans near the Eiffel Tower and the prevalence of pickpocketing gangs. Curry shares an anecdote about an Uber driver from Morocco who changed his negative perception of Americans after interacting with them through the service.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md), pickpockets, [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Adam Curry, Seymour Butz, Adult Film Producer Persona (6:27–9:57)

John C. Dvorak confronts Adam Curry with a clip of a man resembling him who identifies as adult film producer Seymour Butz. The footage, titled the Gold Show, features a host who looks and sounds like Curry discussing a reality series called Family Business. Curry jokingly admits to being "busted" while Dvorak describes the physical similarities and the "LA hot" aesthetic of the character.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), seymour butz, [family business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family-business.md), [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md), gold show, [michio kaku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michio-kaku.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Rachel Dolezal, Linguistic Evolution, Racial Slurs (9:58–14:21)

The hosts review a clip of Rachel Dolezal discussing the evolution of racial slurs with Piers Morgan. Dolezal argues that the version of the word ending in "a" has become a non-racial term for any male within certain generations. A listener email criticizes Adam Curry for attempting to sound "mockingly hip" and revokes his "ghetto pass," leading to a discussion on cultural sensitivity and liberal reactions to language.

Keywords: [rachel dolezal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-dolezal.md), [piers morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piers-morgan.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [racial slurs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racial-slurs.md), hip hop culture

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Trucker Listener, Prostitution, Hill & Knowlton Controversy (14:22–15:59)

A donor email from a listener who claims to play the show for "hookers" during commutes prompts a discussion about the lifestyle of long-haul truckers. The conversation shifts to a potential dinner meeting with a representative from Hill & Knowlton. Dvorak suggests mocking the firm's history regarding the fabricated Nayirah testimony about Iraqi soldiers removing babies from incubators in Kuwait.

Keywords: [truckers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truckers.md), [hill & knowlton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hill-knowlton.md), nayirah testimony, [incubators](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incubators.md), wiki page

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/4.md)

### 5. The Poop Project, Sustainable Sanitation, Climate March (16:01–18:27)

The hosts examine "The Poop Project," a grassroots organization featured on the Climate March website that aims to heal cultural shame surrounding "potty talk." The organization is a fiscally sponsored nonprofit through Fractured Atlas that promotes conversations about sustainable sanitation. The segment includes a jingle for "Detective Dookie" and critiques the group's mission to reconnect people with their bodily functions.

Keywords: the poop project, sustainable sanitation, climate march, [nonprofit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nonprofit.md), fractured atlas

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Liz Wahl, Vladimir Putin, RT Resignation (18:28–19:50)

A repetitive audio clip features a news anchor, likely Liz Wahl, repeatedly saying the name "Putin" in a stylized manner. This refers to her public resignation from the Russian government-funded network RT (Russia Today). The hosts mock the pronunciation and the dramatic nature of her stance against the Russian president's actions.

Keywords: [liz wahl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liz-wahl.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/6.md)

### 7. Miss America Pageant, Julie Chen, Plastic Surgery (19:53–26:47)

The hosts critique the Miss America pageant, focusing on a segment where Julie Chen's past plastic surgery is used as a prompt for contestants. Miss Florida, Miranda Jones, discusses her blue-collar background and the need for jobs before being cut off by the host. Dvorak argues the show is rigged and notes that the judges and hosts represent a specific demographic shift in the pageant's production.

Keywords: [miss america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-america.md), julie chen, [plastic surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plastic-surgery.md), miss florida, [miss new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-new-york.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Pageant Timing Analysis, Nina Davuluri, Red Book Prediction (26:48–31:16)

John C. Dvorak presents a detailed analysis of speaking times for pageant finalists, alleging that Miss New York (Nina Davuluri) was given more time than Miss Florida. He enters a prediction into the "Red Book" that Davuluri will not complete her term due to online bullying. The hosts also praise Miss Kansas, Theresa Vail, for her military background and tattoos, contrasting her with the "girl next door" archetype.

Keywords: nina davuluri, [miss america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-america.md), [red book](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-book.md), [miss kansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-kansas.md), [theresa vail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theresa-vail.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/8.md)

### 9. Larry Lessig, Political Groupies, Harvard Professor (31:17–32:58)

John C. Dvorak recounts an encounter with Harvard professor Larry Lessig at an Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) event. Dvorak describes Lessig being surrounded by "groupies" and well-wishers before engaging in a conversation about a meeting with the President. The hosts mock the social dynamics of high-profile political activists and academics.

Keywords: [larry lessig](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-lessig.md), [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), groupies, [political activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-activism.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Oregon Movie Theater, False Gun Scare, Public Urination (32:59–35:32)

A news report details a panic at an Oregon movie theater where patrons fled after someone shouted "gun." Investigations revealed there was no weapon; instead, the incident began when a man urinated on a teenager in the back row. The hosts suggest the media framing of such events is used as propaganda to influence female voters toward the Democratic Party.

Keywords: [oregon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oregon.md), [movie theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-theater.md), gun scare, public urination, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Yahya Jammeh, President of Gambia, White House Visit (35:32–37:12)

The hosts discuss a photograph of Gambian President Yahya Jammeh meeting with President Barack Obama. They mock Jammeh's traditional attire and a ceremonial staff he is holding, which they irreverently compare to a "butt plug." The conversation touches on the nature of foreign aid and the stereotypes often reinforced by media coverage of African leaders.

Keywords: yahya jammeh, gambia, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), diplomatic gifts

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Topless Women Read Books, Australian Media, Australian Accents (37:13–39:45)

Adam Curry discusses a clip from an Australian media personality named Maynard involving a website called "Topless Women Read Books." The segment features a woman reading the Declaration of Independence while topless, which the hosts criticize as a mockery of the text. They debate the quality of the production and the lack of intellectual engagement from the reader.

Keywords: [maynard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maynard.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), topless women read books, [declaration of independence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/declaration-of-independence.md), viral media

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Andrew Duff, EU Parliament, Stuttering in Politics (39:46–44:31)

The hosts compare the public personas of Nigel Farage and Liberal Democrat Andrew Duff in the European Parliament. They play a clip of Duff struggling with a severe stutter during a speech about democratic revolts. The discussion explores the difficulties of translating such speeches into other languages and the perceived "cushy" nature of EU parliamentary jobs.

Keywords: andrew duff, [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [ukip](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukip.md), [stuttering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stuttering.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/13.md)

### 14. British Intelligence, Surveillance State, Terrorism Threats (44:32–46:02)

An audio clip features a British official assuring law-abiding citizens they have nothing to fear from state intelligence agencies. The hosts mock the rhetoric, suggesting that any minor legal infraction or personal indiscretion could lead to severe state intervention. The official emphasizes that the focus remains on criminal networks and foreign intelligence agencies.

Keywords: [gchq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gchq.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Jen Psaki, Quantum Dawn 2, Military History (46:03–48:32)

The hosts critique State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki's communication style, describing it as condescending. They mention "Quantum Dawn 2," a cybersecurity exercise, and joke about the historical significance of homosexuality in various militaries, including references to Alexander the Great.

Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), quantum dawn 2, [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/15.md)

### 16. Yoplait Yogurt, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Lisa Kudrow (48:33–50:54)

A Yoplait commercial featuring actress Lisa Kudrow is analyzed for its "sexual overtones" and propaganda techniques. The ad highlights the removal of high fructose corn syrup from the product line. The hosts suggest the sugar industry is using kinky marketing to appeal to consumers, noting the "thick and creamy" tagline.

Keywords: yoplait, yogurt, lisa kudrow, [high fructose corn syrup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-fructose-corn-syrup.md), [sugar industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sugar-industry.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Be Straw Free, Milo Kress, NPR Environmentalism (50:56–52:45)

The hosts mock a seven-minute NPR report on 12-year-old Milo Kress, the founder of the "Be Straw Free" campaign. Kress's organization, which advocates against the use of disposable drinking straws, received a proclamation from Governor Hickenlooper. The hosts question the news value of the story and suggest it may be an "extortion vehicle" for environmental causes.

Keywords: milo kress, be straw free, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [environmentalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environmentalism.md), hickenlooper

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/17.md)

### 18. IPCC Leaked Report, Climate Change, Sea Level Rise (52:46–55:09)

A leaked IPCC climate report published by Mother Jones outlines five "terrifying" facts about the planet's future. These include unprecedented planetary changes, certain ocean acidification, and a potential sea level rise of five to ten meters by 2100. The hosts mock the phrasing "virtually certain" and the long-term atmospheric presence of carbon emissions.

Keywords: [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [mother jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-jones.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [ocean acidification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ocean-acidification.md), [greenland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenland.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/18.md)

### 19. Obama Sweden Visit, Macaroni and Cheese, National Dish (55:14–57:32)

During President Obama's visit to Stockholm, a Swedish morning show features the Eisenman sisters cooking "American brunch." They identify macaroni and cheese as the national dish of the United States, describing it as cheap macaroni and cheddar melted together. The hosts lament that this has become the international perception of American cuisine.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [stockholm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stockholm.md), [macaroni and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macaroni-and-cheese.md), eisenman sisters

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/19.md)

### 20. PETA, War on Chicken, Prenatal Health Study (57:32–59:16)

The hosts discuss a PETA-commissioned study claiming that pregnant women who consume chicken, specifically wings, may have sons with smaller genitalia. This "War on Chicken" is framed as the latest scientific evidence intended to discourage meat consumption. The hosts mock the study's findings and its potential impact on different demographics.

Keywords: [peta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peta.md), [chicken wings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicken-wings.md), prenatal health, [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [phthalates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phthalates.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Major General Albert Stubblebine, Fukushima, Natural Solutions Foundation (59:17–1:04:52)

The hosts profile Major General Albert Stubblebine III (retired), who runs the Natural Solutions Foundation and warns of dire health consequences from Fukushima. Stubblebine, known for his interest in parapsychology and the "Men Who Stare at Goats" project, previously attempted to walk through walls. He uses his intelligence background to market health estimates and warnings about GMOs and vaccines.

Keywords: albert stubblebine, [fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), natural solutions foundation, psychic warfare, [gmos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmos.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Anthony Weiner, Lawrence O'Donnell, MSNBC Interview (1:04:54–1:07:36)

A heated MSNBC interview between Lawrence O'Donnell and Anthony Weiner is reviewed, where O'Donnell questions Weiner's psychiatric state and "demons." Weiner mocks the premise of the interview and the low viewership of the online continuation. The hosts highlight Weiner's "maniacal laugh" as a sign of a man at the end of his rope.

Keywords: [anthony weiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-weiner.md), [lawrence o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-o-donnell.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), psychiatric evaluation, [demons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/demons.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Al Sharpton, Teleprompter Fails, MSNBC Gaffes (1:07:37–1:12:03)

A compilation of Al Sharpton's teleprompter struggles on MSNBC is played, featuring mispronunciations of "Latvia," "Chipotle," and "Environmental Protection Agency." The hosts mock his inability to pronounce the names of Supreme Court justices and political figures. They conclude that Sharpton's presence on mainstream television is a "mockery."

Keywords: [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), [latvia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/latvia.md), [chipotle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chipotle.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/23.md)

### 24. AMS-IX Outage, T-Mobile Broadband, Show Production (1:12:04–1:14:29)

The hosts address technical issues from a previous episode caused by a malfunctioning router at the Amsterdam Internet Exchange (AMS-IX). The router was rebooting every 20 to 40 minutes, disrupting T-Mobile broadband provisioning across Europe. Adam Curry notes that infrastructure repairs were delayed because the failure occurred on a Sunday.

Keywords: ams-ix, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), router reboot, [t-mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-mobile.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/24.md)

### 25. MSNBC Ottawa Gaffe, Iowa vs Ottawa, News Reporting (1:14:29–1:16:03)

An MSNBC reporter is caught on air confusing Ottawa, Canada, with Iowa during a live report. The hosts mock the "top talent" at the network for the geographical error. They compare the mistake to a commercial for fraud protection, highlighting the lack of basic knowledge among high-paid news anchors.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [ottawa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ottawa.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), news gaffe

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Directed Energy Weapons, Naval Research, Laser Technology (1:16:03–1:19:09)

The hosts discuss the military's development of directed energy weapons and lasers, citing a report from the Office of Naval Research. They mock the clinical language used to describe "killing people" and "bang for the buck." A claim is made that these experimental devices are being sent to Israel for field testing.

Keywords: [directed energy weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directed-energy-weapons.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [lasers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lasers.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [world trade center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-trade-center.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Lie Detector Tests, Psychological Studies, Circumcision Movie (1:19:10–1:21:36)

John C. Dvorak describes participating in a psychological study at the University of California involving a lie detector. He recounts being shown gruesome films, including one of a tribal circumcision involving rocks, to measure his physiological response. He explains how anticipation of the scenes caused the polygraph needles to "pin," suggesting that the tests are effective at measuring stress but can be manipulated.

Keywords: [lie detector](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lie-detector.md), [polygraph](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polygraph.md), [university of california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-california.md), [circumcision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/circumcision.md), anticipation

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/27.md)

### 28. Pecker Movie, Bill Cosby, Guatemala Children (1:21:37–1:24:40)

The hosts discuss the 1998 John Waters film "Pecker" after a segment of "guess the movie." The conversation shifts to news regarding Bill Cosby, with a satirical claim that he is "running kids through Guatemala." They also mention a news report involving 33 undocumented immigrants and the cancellation of projects tied to Cosby.

Keywords: [pecker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pecker.md), [john waters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-waters.md), [bill cosby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-cosby.md), [guatemala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guatemala.md), [immigrants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigrants.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/28.md)

### 29. Al Roker, Tornado Reporting, Gloria Allred, Cannibalism (1:24:41–1:28:50)

Al Roker is criticized for a reporting error regarding the weight of a storm-chasing vehicle, claiming it weighed 16,000 tons. The hosts then play a clip of attorney Gloria Allred discussing a "trend" of cannibalism following a face-eating attack in Miami. They mock the idea that cannibalism is a serious public health threat and link it to the use of "bath salts."

Keywords: [al roker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-roker.md), [tornadoes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tornadoes.md), [gloria allred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gloria-allred.md), [cannibalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cannibalism.md), [bath salts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bath-salts.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Bath Salts Donation, Democracy Death, Wisconsin Recall (1:28:50–1:31:25)

A donor email written in a "bath salts" style prompts a discussion about Adam Curry's Wikipedia page and "bi-curiosity" rumors. The hosts then play a clip of a distraught voter in Wisconsin claiming that "democracy died" after Governor Scott Walker survived a recall election. They debunk the voter's claim regarding campaign spending disparities.

Keywords: [bath salts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bath-salts.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), tom barrett

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Child Leashes, Parenting Debates, Marijuana Smoke (1:31:36–1:34:00)

The hosts engage in a heated debate over the use of child leashes. Adam Curry admits to using one for his children, while Dvorak expresses strong disapproval, calling it "wrong." Curry defends the practice as a safety measure for active children, while Dvorak jokes about blowing marijuana smoke in a child's face as an alternative calming method.

Keywords: child leashes, [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md), [marijuana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana.md), [discipline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discipline.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Toys R Us Redesign, David Cameron, Pub Incident (1:34:01–1:37:14)

The hosts criticize a warehouse redesign at Toys R Us that made it difficult for parents to find their children. This leads to a story about British Prime Minister David Cameron accidentally leaving his eight-year-old daughter, Nancy, at a pub for 15 minutes. They mock the failure of his security detail and the irony of the government launching a "responsible parenting" program.

Keywords: toys r us, [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), nancy cameron, [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Dog Olfaction, UPS Drivers, Zombie Army Theory (1:37:15–1:38:57)

A discussion on the advanced sense of smell in dogs suggests that sticking their heads out of car windows is akin to a "sensory trip." The hosts theorize that dogs bark at UPS drivers because the scent of thousands of packages makes the dog believe an "army of zombies" is approaching the house.

Keywords: [dogs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dogs.md), olfaction, [ups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ups.md), mailmen, [sensory perception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sensory-perception.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Strip Club Announcements, Raven, Lap Dance Sales (1:38:58–1:42:23)

John C. Dvorak performs a series of "strip bar announcements" for fictional dancers like Raven, Bambi, and Sharona. He references his past experience doing similar work in Amsterdam at age 16. The segment includes mock promotions for private dance rooms and "buy 10 get one free" deals.

Keywords: [strip club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strip-club.md), [raven](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raven.md), lap dances, [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [voiceover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voiceover.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Donor De-Douching, Donkey Punch, Urban Dictionary (1:42:24–1:46:14)

A donor asks to be "de-douched" after a drunken weekend and mentions his girlfriend Sarah. The conversation takes a turn when the term "donkey punch" is introduced. Dvorak, unfamiliar with the term, is told to look it up on the internet, leading to a brief explanation of the violent sexual slang from Urban Dictionary.

Keywords: [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [vodka](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vodka.md), donkey punch, [urban dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-dictionary.md), sexual slang

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Dutch Pronunciation, Jeroen Dijsselbloem, Greek Bailout (1:46:14–1:50:18)

Adam Curry attempts to teach John C. Dvorak the correct pronunciation of various Dutch names, including Eurogroup President Jeroen Dijsselbloem. They play a clip of Amy Goodman failing to pronounce the name correctly while reporting on the Greek bailout and austerity demands. The hosts mock the difficulty English speakers have with Dutch phonetics.

Keywords: [dutch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dutch.md), jeroen dijsselbloem, [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [austerity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austerity.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Cache vs Cachet, Freddy the Firewall, Cybersecurity PSAs (1:50:19–1:53:05)

A CNN reporter is caught confusing the technical term "cache" with "cachet" while discussing healthcare website sign-ups. This leads to the creation of a new character, "Freddy the Firewall," a PSA mascot designed to teach children about cybersecurity and "plugging holes." Dvorak encourages Curry to record more PSAs in this voice.

Keywords: cache, cachet, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), freddy the firewall, [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/37.md)

### 38. SpaceX Fanboys, School SWAT Training, Paintball Drills (1:53:06–1:57:26)

The hosts criticize "techie fanboys" of Elon Musk and SpaceX before reading an email from a pastor about a SWAT training exercise at a parochial school. The tactical response team used the school to run drills involving hostage scenarios with paintballs. The pastor notes the disturbing militarization of local law enforcement and the "paint is there to keep you safe" excuse given to students.

Keywords: [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [swat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swat.md), [school safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-safety.md), [militarization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/militarization.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Oreos and Cocaine, Pleasure Centers, Rat Studies (1:57:27–1:59:23)

A news report from Connecticut College claims that Oreo cookies are as addictive as cocaine, based on a study of rat brain activity. The researchers found that Oreos activated more neurons in the "pleasure center" than drugs. The hosts mock the enthusiastic delivery of the news anchor and the specific detail that rats prefer the creamy middle.

Keywords: [oreos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oreos.md), [cocaine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cocaine.md), connecticut college, [rats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rats.md), [dopamine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dopamine.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/39.md)

### 40. John Kerry, Prisoner Exchange, Bowe Bergdahl (1:59:24–2:00:46)

Secretary of State John Kerry defends a prisoner exchange, stating it would be "offensive" to leave an American behind. The hosts mock Kerry's phrasing regarding the risk of an American having their "head cut off" by captors. The discussion touches on the controversy surrounding the Bowe Bergdahl trade and the nature of the Taliban.

Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [bowe bergdahl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bowe-bergdahl.md), [prisoner exchange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prisoner-exchange.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [torture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/torture.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Al-Qaeda Expense Reports, Mokhtar Belmokhtar, Terrorist Bureaucracy (2:00:47–2:07:57)

The Associated Press discovered a letter in Mali revealing that Al-Qaeda functions as a highly structured bureaucracy that requires commanders to file monthly expense reports. The letter criticizes commander Mokhtar Belmokhtar for failing to submit reports, missing meetings in Timbuktu, and "discounting" ransoms for Canadian diplomats. The hosts mock the "corporate" nature of the terrorist organization and its "Chief Revenue Officer" style of management.

Keywords: [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [mokhtar belmokhtar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mokhtar-belmokhtar.md), [mali](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mali.md), [associated press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), expense reports

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Yemen Drones, Do Not Drone List, Classified Leaks (2:07:59–2:09:34)

The hosts discuss the "secret" use of drones in Yemen, noting that the program was public knowledge long before official leaks. They mock the idea of a "Do Not Drone List" and the targeted killing of American citizens like Anwar al-Awlaki. The segment highlights the absurdity of government secrecy regarding well-documented military actions.

Keywords: [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [classified](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified.md), [leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Critical Infrastructure, Mountain Lion Amulet, Toilet Paper Karma (2:09:35–2:13:07)

A listener in Colorado shares a story about using the No Agenda show as an "amulet" to ward off mountain lions while biking. The story involves a desperate search for toilet paper in the backcountry, leading to a "retroactive karma" moment involving a discarded wad of paper. The hosts use the anecdote to emphasize the importance of donating to the show to avoid "bad karma."

Keywords: [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), mountain lions, [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [toilet paper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toilet-paper.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Anderson Cooper, Psychosis Simulation, IFB Technology (2:13:12–2:19:57)

Anderson Cooper participates in a simulation of schizophrenia by wearing headphones that play distracting voices while he attempts to perform daily tasks. The hosts argue that as a professional broadcaster, Cooper is already trained to listen to "voices" (producers) via an IFB earpiece. They mock the "unpleasant experiment" and the scripted nature of the voices telling him he "sucks."

Keywords: [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [psychosis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychosis.md), [schizophrenia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/schizophrenia.md), [ifb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ifb.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/44.md)

### 45. High School USA, Nancy Pelosi, Ted Kennedy (2:19:58–2:23:32)

The hosts review a clip from the show "High School USA" involving an Amish sex change plotline. They then play a C-SPAN clip of Nancy Pelosi claiming that the late Senator Ted Kennedy helped pass the healthcare bill from heaven. The hosts mock Pelosi's "unbelievable" rhetoric and the Democratic Party's reliance on her leadership.

Keywords: [high school usa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-school-usa.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [ted kennedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-kennedy.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Reverend Manning, Obama as Son of Satan, Fox News Sellouts (2:23:32–2:29:15)

Reverend James David Manning delivers a fiery sermon labeling Barack Obama the "son of Satan" and accusing Fox News of selling out to the administration. Manning claims Bill O'Reilly and Rupert Murdoch cut a deal to suppress the "birther" issue in exchange for keeping their broadcast licenses. The hosts analyze Manning's "deconstruction" of the media landscape and his critique of the Tea Party.

Keywords: [reverend manning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reverend-manning.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Tea Party Ineffectiveness, Long-Legged Mac Daddy, Political Pimps (2:29:16–2:33:24)

In a continuation of his rant, Reverend Manning calls Obama a "slickster," a "pimp," and a "long-legged mac daddy." He criticizes the Tea Party for being ineffective and failing to challenge Obama's eligibility. Manning argues that both the Koch brothers and the courts have been co-opted, leaving the public with a "criminal" in the White House.

Keywords: [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [pimp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pimp.md), [mac daddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mac-daddy.md), slickster

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/47.md)

### 48. Mitt Romney Critique, African Resettlement, 2014 Prediction (2:33:26–2:38:23)

Reverend Manning dismisses Mitt Romney as the "worst possible candidate" and predicts Obama will be "president forever." He makes a controversial claim that by 2014, black Americans will be resettled in Africa due to the crumbling of American cities and the implementation of the DREAM Act. The hosts find the "depressing" nature of the rant noteworthy for its unique flair.

Keywords: [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [resettlement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resettlement.md), [dream act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dream-act.md), [welfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/welfare.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/48.md)

### 49. Show Outro, Paris Sign-off, Sunday Preview (2:38:26–2:41:34)

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak conclude the special "funnies" episode from Paris. They discuss the importance of show annotations and listener support. They preview the upcoming Sunday show, which will cover the AC-130 and a specific boat incident, before signing off with their traditional "In the morning" greetings.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [paris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), ac-130, [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/822-the-great-clip-show/chapter/49.md)

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