# Save the Date > A botched Turkish uprising and a horrific truck attack in Nice force a global reckoning with intelligence failures, pipeline geopolitics, and the rise of theocratic conflict. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 843 - **Published:** 2016-07-17 - **Length:** 3h 9m - **Topics:** Turkey Coup, Nice Attack, [28 Pages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/28-pages.md), [Mike Pence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pence.md), [Zika Virus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zika-virus.md), [Pokemon Go](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pokemon-go.md), [Incirlik Air Base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incirlik-air-base.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date ## About this episode A failed military coup in Turkey has left President Recep Tayyip Erdogan consolidating power while demanding the extradition of cleric Fethullah Gulen from Pennsylvania. General Wesley Clark and John Bolton analyzed the tactical failures of the uprising, including the inability to seize the internet or arrest the President. The strategic importance of Incirlik Air Base remains a flashpoint as Turkish authorities cut power to the facility amidst allegations of US involvement in the plot. In the wake of the Nice truck attack, French Prime Minister Manuel Valls and intelligence chief Patrick Calvar warned of a potential civil war, while President François Hollande extended the national state of emergency. Media coverage linked the attacker to Al-Qaeda’s Inspire magazine, a narrative Maajid Nawaz and Dr. Zuhdi Jasser used to debate the terminology of political Islam. Simultaneously, the US Congress released the long-classified 28 pages of the 9/11 Commission Report, detailing potential Saudi Arabian ties to the hijackers that White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest attempted to downplay during briefings. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak deconstruct the media's focus on the Pokemon Go craze and the rise of artisanal toast as distractions from global instability. The hosts also examine the selection of Mike Pence as Donald Trump’s running mate and the military's new social media restrictions aimed at silencing dissent. New Knight Sir Scott Lonergan joins the round table as the show explores the intersection of digital addiction and geopolitical shifts. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/transcript.md. ### 1. No Agenda Episode 843 Introduction (0:00–0:45) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 843 of the No Agenda show on July 17, 2016. Curry broadcasts from Austin, Texas, while Dvorak joins from Northern Silicon Valley. The hosts establish the "media assassination" theme for the Sunday program. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Baton Rouge Police Ambush, DeRay McKesson and George Soros (0:46–3:57) Three police officers were killed by a lone shooter in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, following reports of a hacked plot involving Black Lives Matter. Activist DeRay McKesson is noted for living in a Baltimore home owned by associates of the Open Society Institute, an organization funded by George Soros. Media coverage from CNN's Erin Burnett highlights the high alert status of law enforcement prior to the attack. Keywords: [baton rouge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baton-rouge.md), [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), [deray mckesson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deray-mckesson.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [erin burnett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erin-burnett.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/2.md) ### 3. 9/11 Commission Report, Classified 28 Pages Release (3:58–13:59) Congress released the long-classified 28 pages of the 9/11 Commission Report, detailing potential links between the hijackers and the Saudi Arabian government. Media outlets including CBS and PBS are criticized for downplaying the findings by emphasizing subsequent investigations that claimed no institutional Saudi support. White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest stated the documents do not change fundamental facts regarding Al-Qaeda funding. Keywords: [9/11 commission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11-commission.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Nice Truck Attack, Media Coverage and Radicalization Claims (14:01–18:31) A terrorist attack in Nice, France, involving a truck driven into crowds, resulted in mass casualties. Initial reports were difficult to obtain due to US media focus on the Republican National Convention, leading to a reliance on Sky News. ISIS claimed responsibility through Rita Katz's SITE Intelligence Group, while the attacker's father described his son as mentally unstable rather than a long-term radical. Keywords: nice france, [sky news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sky-news.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [rita katz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rita-katz.md), mohamed lahouaiej-bouhlel [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Fox News Analysis, Al-Qaeda Inspire Magazine Tactics (18:32–24:47) Fox News coverage featuring Catherine Harridge and Megan Kelly links the Nice attack to a 2010 edition of Al-Qaeda’s Inspire magazine. The publication, associated with Anwar al-Awlaki, reportedly encouraged using trucks as "mowing machines" for civilian targets. Analysts suggest the "inspired by" narrative serves to indirectly criticize the Obama administration's drone program and counter-terrorism efficacy. Keywords: [megan kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megan-kelly.md), [catherine harridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catherine-harridge.md), [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [inspire magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inspire-magazine.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Maajid Nawaz on Lone Wolf Terrorism and French Policy (24:48–27:08) Maajid Nawaz, a former fundamentalist, argues that the term "lone wolf" is inaccurate, preferring "self-starter" to describe individuals radicalized by online networks. He suggests jihadists target France specifically due to its stance on free speech following the Charlie Hebdo attack and its ban on face veils. Nawaz posits that these attacks are symbolic gestures against Western secularism. Keywords: [maajid nawaz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maajid-nawaz.md), [quilliam foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quilliam-foundation.md), [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [secularism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secularism.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Dr. Zuhdi Jasser Proposes War on Political Islam (27:08–28:48) Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, founder of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy, appeared on Fox News to advocate for a new terminology in the war on terror. He suggests the United States should declare war on "political, theocratic Islam" rather than using the term radical Islam. Jasser compares the necessary strategy to the Cold War effort against communism. Keywords: zuhdi jasser, political islam, [sharia state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sharia-state.md), theocratic islam, [megan kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megan-kelly.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/7.md) ### 8. France Security State Extension, July 23rd Warning (28:50–32:32) President François Hollande extended France's state of emergency for three months following the Nice attack. Speculation arises regarding potential future targets, specifically Gay Pride events in Amsterdam and Berlin scheduled for July 23rd. The political climate in France is noted as favorable for Marine Le Pen as the public reacts to the ongoing security crisis. Keywords: [francois hollande](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/francois-hollande.md), [marine le pen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marine-le-pen.md), [berlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin.md), [gay pride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-pride.md), [security threat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-threat.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Megan Kelly Sharia Law Debate, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (32:33–37:16) A Fox News segment featuring Megan Kelly and Newt Gingrich sparked controversy over Gingrich's proposal to deport Muslims who believe in Sharia law. The subsequent panel discussion with Imam Azam Akram and Sheikh Ahmed Salman became chaotic when the guests were misidentified and began arguing over the definition of Sharia. The hosts characterize the segment as a "jaw-dropping disaster" due to the lack of clarity. Keywords: [megan kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megan-kelly.md), [newt gingrich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newt-gingrich.md), [sharia law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sharia-law.md), ahmadiyya, brigitte gabriel [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Theresa May and Sharia Law Review in UK (37:16–42:54) British Prime Minister Theresa May announced a review of Sharia law operations in the UK, chaired by Professor Mona Siddiqui. The review aims to determine if Sharia councils discriminate against women or counter the nation's single rule of law. The hosts debate whether these councils function as private clubs or parallel legal systems that threaten national sovereignty. Keywords: [theresa may](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theresa-may.md), mona siddiqui, [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), sharia courts, [rule of law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rule-of-law.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/10.md) ### 11. French Civil War Warnings, Manuel Valls Statement (42:55–45:26) French Prime Minister Manuel Valls faced criticism for stating that France must learn to live with terrorism. Meanwhile, intelligence chief Patrick Calvar warned that further attacks could spark a civil war within the country. The discussion touches on the ghettoization of Muslim populations in France and the potential for domestic conflict. Keywords: manuel valls, patrick calvar, [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [civil war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-war.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Bataclan Torture Allegations, John Bolton and French Suppression (45:27–52:15) Former UN Ambassador John Bolton discussed reports of suppressed testimony regarding the Bataclan theater massacre, alleging victims suffered extreme acts of barbarism and torture. A French government committee reportedly heard testimony about disfigurement and mutilation that was kept from the public to prevent an overreaction. The hosts express skepticism regarding the logistics of such acts given the official timeline of the attack. Keywords: [bataclan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bataclan.md), [john bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), [torture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/torture.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), commission of inquiry [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Turkey Military Coup Attempt, Erdogan and Fethullah Gulen (52:16–56:37) A failed military coup in Turkey resulted in President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's consolidation of power and the arrest of thousands. John Bolton and other analysts discuss the secular nature of the Turkish military as a historical check against Islamism. Erdogan has demanded the extradition of cleric Fethullah Gulen from Pennsylvania, accusing him of orchestrating the uprising. Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [recep tayyip erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recep-tayyip-erdogan.md), [fethullah gulen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fethullah-gulen.md), [john bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), [military coup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-coup.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/13.md) ### 14. General Wesley Clark on Failed Coup Tactics (56:37–59:42) General Wesley Clark appeared on CNN to analyze the tactical failures of the Turkish coup executors, noting they failed to arrest the president or shut down the internet. Clark compares the situation to the 1989 move against Manuel Noriega in Panama, suggesting that for a coup to succeed, the perpetrators must be willing to use lethal force immediately. Keywords: [wesley clark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wesley-clark.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [coup d'etat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coup-d-etat.md), [manuel noriega](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manuel-noriega.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/14.md) ### 15. NATO Bases in Turkey, Erdogan FaceTime Appearance (59:43–1:03:57) The strategic importance of Turkey is highlighted by the presence of numerous NATO and US military bases, including Incirlik. During the coup attempt, President Erdogan famously appeared on FaceTime to rally supporters, a move the hosts find highly unusual. Flight tracking data showed Erdogan's plane in a holding pattern before landing in Istanbul once the situation stabilized. Keywords: [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [incirlik air base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incirlik-air-base.md), [facetime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facetime.md), [flightradar24](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flightradar24.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/15.md) ### 16. RT Coverage and False Flag Theories in Turkey (1:03:59–1:09:15) RT News coverage highlighted social media conspiracy theories suggesting President Erdogan may have staged the coup to justify a purge of the military. Political cartoonist Carlos Latuff quickly produced imagery supporting the "staged" narrative. The hosts weigh the "Erdogan show" theory against the possibility of a botched NATO or CIA operation intended as a warning to the Turkish leader. Keywords: [rt news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt-news.md), carlos latuff, [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/16.md) ### 17. John Kerry and Victoria Nuland Moscow Meeting (1:09:15–1:16:17) Secretary of State John Kerry and Victoria Nuland met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow on the day of the Turkish coup to discuss a proposal for military cooperation in Syria. State Department spokesperson Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau struggled to define the nature of the "proposal" during press briefings. The timing of the high-level meeting is viewed as suspicious given the regional instability. Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Josh Earnest White House Briefing, Teleprompter Usage (1:16:17–1:21:40) White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest addressed questions regarding potential military coordination with Russia against ISIS and Al-Qaeda. The hosts analyze audio of Earnest, noting long pauses and the sound of typing, suggesting his responses were being fed to him in real-time via digital displays on his lectern. Keywords: [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), military coordination [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Geopolitics of Syria Pipelines and Turkish Regime Change (1:21:41–1:26:56) The conflict in Syria is framed as a struggle over competing natural gas pipeline routes involving Qatar and Iran. The hosts propose a thesis that the US and Russia may have reached a deal to stabilize the region, which involved putting pressure on President Erdogan. They suggest Fethullah Gulen's status as a CIA asset makes him a key figure in potential US-led regime change efforts in Turkey. Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [pipeline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipeline.md), [fethullah gulen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fethullah-gulen.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Turkish Parliament Bombing and Incirlik Air Base Siege (1:26:56–1:34:15) Visual evidence of the bombing of the Turkish Parliament is discussed, alongside reports that Incirlik Air Base was placed under power cuts and a temporary siege. The hosts compare the events to "Operation Valkyrie," the failed plot to assassinate Hitler. They speculate that Turkish intelligence may be aware of US involvement in the coup attempt, leading to the current tensions at the air base. Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), incirlik, operation valkyrie, [f-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md), [gulen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gulen.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Executive Producer Credits and Value-for-Value Donations (1:34:16–1:41:18) The hosts acknowledge high-tier donors, including new Knight Sir Scott Lonergan from North Pole, Alaska. Other significant contributions came from Anthony Farmer in Las Vegas and Sir Cravato in Croatia. The "value-for-value" model is emphasized as the primary funding mechanism for the show, allowing for independent media deconstruction. Keywords: scott lonergan, anthony farmer, [croatia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/croatia.md), [suriname](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suriname.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Artisanal Toast Trend and Depression Food (1:41:18–1:47:38) A new food trend in San Francisco involves selling artisanal toast for four dollars a slice, which the hosts identify as a potential "slave depression food." They compare it to the evolution of mac and cheese from a gourmet item to a cheap staple. The segment features a clip from a bakery owner describing the popularity of simple comfort foods in high-end cafes. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), artisanal toast, [mac and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mac-and-cheese.md), [depression food](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression-food.md), mission pie [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Ted Kaczynski and the Impact of the Internet (1:47:39–1:50:05) Adam Curry reflects on the writings of Theodore Kaczynski, specifically "Industrial Society and Its Future," in the context of modern social unrest. He argues that the internet and social media are overwhelming human capacity to process information, leading to increased social friction and the live-streaming of violence. Keywords: [ted kaczynski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-kaczynski.md), [unabomber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unabomber.md), [industrial society](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/industrial-society.md), [internet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Pokemon Go Craze and Addictive Personalities (1:50:05–1:59:55) The global phenomenon of Pokemon Go is discussed as a sign of a mental health crisis and "zombified" public behavior. The hosts review five signs of an addictive personality from Psychology Today, including impulse control issues and social alienation. They note that the game's developer, Niantic, previously created the similar but less popular game Ingress. Keywords: [pokemon go](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pokemon-go.md), niantic, [central park](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-park.md), addictive personality, [augmented reality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/augmented-reality.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/24.md) ### 25. iPhone Autocorrect Algorithms and User Frustration (1:59:55–2:02:13) A discussion on the frustrations of iPhone autocorrect suggests that Apple may be frequently updating its algorithms, leading to periods of nonsensical word replacements. The hosts compare the experience of virtual keyboards to the tactile feedback of older Blackberry devices and solicit listener feedback on recent typing errors. Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [autocorrect](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autocorrect.md), [ios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ios.md), virtual keyboard [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Donald Trump Selects Mike Pence for Vice President (2:02:14–2:09:24) Donald Trump officially announced Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate following a series of leaks and a delayed announcement due to the Nice attack. The hosts discuss Pence's ties to the Koch brothers and his reputation for staying strictly on message. They speculate that Pence was chosen to appease the Republican establishment and the donor class. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [mike pence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pence.md), [koch brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/koch-brothers.md), [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Apology and Tech Leaders Letter (2:09:24–2:13:50) Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg issued an apology for her public criticisms of Donald Trump, acknowledging that judges should remain neutral. Simultaneously, a group of 150 technology leaders, including Twitter's Ev Williams, signed an open letter opposing Trump's candidacy, claiming his policies would be a disaster for innovation. Keywords: [ruth bader ginsburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ruth-bader-ginsburg.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [ev williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ev-williams.md), [innovation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/innovation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Associate Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Ceremony (2:13:50–2:26:49) The hosts conduct a large knighting ceremony and acknowledge numerous donations from around the world, including Zurich, Hawaii, and Saskatoon. Specific "marriage karma" is sent to listeners in Canada, and several birthdays are celebrated. The segment reinforces the community aspect of the No Agenda "round table." Keywords: [saskatoon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saskatoon.md), [zurich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zurich.md), [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [marriage karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marriage-karma.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Military Social Media Restrictions and Hillary Clinton (2:26:50–2:33:05) An anonymous member of the US Armed Forces shared a new "ALARACT" regulation that restricts military personnel from retweeting or sharing partisan political content on social media. The source suggests these rules are intended to silence military dissent regarding Hillary Clinton following the FBI's investigation into her email server. Keywords: [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), alaract, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [opsec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opsec.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Harvard Study on Police Shootings and Racial Bias (2:33:06–2:40:29) A Harvard study led by Roland Fryer found no racial bias in officer-involved shootings, though it did find bias in lower-level uses of force. Media figures like Thom Hartmann and MSNBC analysts are criticized for dismissing the quantitative data in favor of "common sense" and viral videos. The hosts discuss the difference between qualitative and quantitative analysis in academic research. Keywords: [harvard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard-university.md), roland fryer, [police shootings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-shootings.md), [racial bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racial-bias.md), [thom hartmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thom-hartmann.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Black Lives Matter Protests at Toronto Pride (2:40:30–2:43:07) Black Lives Matter activists in Toronto disrupted the city's Pride Parade, demanding the removal of police floats. The protest sparked a "red pill" moment for the gay community, particularly following the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando. Critics point out the irony of targeting the Toronto Police Department, which is led by a black man. Keywords: [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), [toronto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toronto.md), [pride parade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pride-parade.md), [gay rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-rights.md), [orlando](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/orlando.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Zika Virus Transmission and Epidemic Projections (2:43:10–2:44:56) New York City health officials reported the first suspected case of female-to-male sexual transmission of the Zika virus. Meanwhile, researchers at Imperial College London released a computer model suggesting the Zika epidemic in Latin America will likely burn itself out within three years as populations develop immunity. Keywords: [zika virus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zika-virus.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), imperial college london, [latin america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/latin-america.md), [epidemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epidemic.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/32.md) ### 33. CBS Report on Online Hate Speech and Extremism (2:44:57–2:48:37) A CBS News report examines the rise of "communities of hate" online, linking internet extremism to attackers like Dylann Roof and the San Bernardino shooters. The Simon Wiesenthal Center claims to have identified 30,000 extremist networks online. The hosts view the report as part of a broader push to justify internet censorship and the regulation of free speech. Keywords: [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md), [internet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet.md), [dylann roof](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dylann-roof.md), simon wiesenthal center [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Republican National Convention Security and UN Peacekeepers (2:48:38–2:53:39) Security preparations for the Republican National Convention in Cleveland include barricades, chemical detectors, and thousands of police officers. US Ambassador Samantha Power announced support for UN principles allowing peacekeepers to use force to protect civilians, leading to host speculation about the potential use of "blue helmets" on American soil. Keywords: [rnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rnc.md), [cleveland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Cuba Embargo and Military Schengen Zone Proposal (2:53:40–2:59:31) Oxfam has called for the lifting of the US embargo on Cuba, which remains in place despite restored diplomatic relations. In Europe, US Army General Ben Hodges proposed a "military Schengen zone" to allow NATO troops and equipment to move across European borders as quickly as Russian forces can move within their own territory. 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