# Bias Response Team > A populist surge at CPAC 2017 collides with a media establishment in crisis as the White House restricts access and intelligence agencies target the executive branch. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 907 - **Published:** 2017-02-26 - **Length:** 2h 52m - **Topics:** CPAC 2017, [Soft Coup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soft-coup.md), Bias Response, [Airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [Naloxone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naloxone.md), BND Spying - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team ## About this episode Donald Trump, Steve Bannon, and Nigel Farage took the stage at CPAC 2017 to solidify a populist, worker-centric shift for the Republican Party. Bannon labeled the media as corporatist globalists while Trump doubled down on his enemy of the people rhetoric, specifically targeting outlets that rely on anonymous sources. The administration also rescinded federal guidance on transgender bathroom use, framing the issue as a matter of states rights rather than federal oversight. Press Secretary Sean Spicer excluded CNN and The New York Times from an informal gaggle briefing, sparking a solidarity boycott by the Associated Press and Time Magazine. Meanwhile, a CBS News fact-check on immigration inadvertently revealed that the Obama administration deported more individuals in January 2016 than the Trump administration did in January 2017. In the intelligence sphere, Glenn Greenwald warned of a soft coup by the CIA, while Der Spiegel reported that the German BND has been spying on international journalists at the BBC and other outlets since 1999. Sir Peter of Sydney’s North Shore and Sir Dogbert of the SoCal Underverse received official knighthoods following significant contributions to the value-for-value model. Adam Curry detailed a plumbing disaster in his Airstream involving a shattered water filter and a Play-Doh factory of carbon goop. The episode concludes with a historical investigation into the origins of syphilis involving South American llamas and European explorers. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/transcript.md. ### 1. Airstream Maintenance and Studio Setup Challenges in Fayetteville (0:00–4:02) Adam Curry describes traveling from Austin to Fayetteville, Arkansas, for a "Mom's Weekend" trip that was complicated by forgetting his primary studio equipment bag. After realizing the mistake south of Dallas, he purchased replacement audio interfaces and stands at a local Guitar Center to ensure the broadcast could proceed. The journey concluded in 25-degree weather at an RV park where mechanical issues with the Airstream immediately surfaced. Keywords: [airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [fayetteville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fayetteville.md), [arkansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arkansas.md), guitar center, [studio equipment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/studio-equipment.md), [checklist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/checklist.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Plumbing Disasters and Inline Water Filter Failures (4:03–8:30) A major water leak occurred inside the Airstream after the internal inline water filter shattered due to improper winterization. Attempts to repair the unit with gaffer tape failed when the filter was reinstalled backward, causing a "Play-Doh factory of carbon goop" to explode under the sink. A 6:00 AM trip to Home Depot was required to bypass the filtration system and restore basic water functionality. Keywords: [plumbing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plumbing.md), water filter, [home depot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/home-depot.md), [gaffer tape](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffer-tape.md), winterization [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Airstream Manufacturing Quality and Universal Audio Configuration (8:31–11:11) The hosts criticize the build quality of modern Airstream trailers, comparing the interior workmanship unfavorably to FEMA trailers and noting a lack of attention to detail. The discussion shifts to the technical difficulty of configuring "flex routing" on Universal Audio AD converters for remote broadcasting. They contrast modern plastic construction with the perceived durability of 1940s-era manufacturing. Keywords: [airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [manufacturing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manufacturing.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [universal audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-audio.md), flex routing [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/3.md) ### 4. CPAC 2017, Steve Bannon and Nigel Farage Speeches (11:12–14:32) Donald Trump, Steve Bannon, and Nigel Farage addressed the 2017 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) following Trump's election victory. Bannon characterized the media as "corporatist globalists" opposed to an economic nationalist agenda, while Farage emphasized the importance of national sovereignty and English-speaking alliances. Trump explicitly rejected globalism, stating he represents the United States rather than a global flag or currency. Keywords: [cpac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpac.md), [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), [globalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalism.md), economic nationalism [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Constitutional Misconceptions and the First Amendment (14:33–16:56) The hosts critique Donald Trump's interpretation of the First Amendment during his CPAC speech, where he claimed the amendment "gives" citizens the right to speak. They clarify that the Bill of Rights restricts the federal government from abridging pre-existing natural rights rather than granting them. The discussion highlights the missed opportunity to educate the public on the actual legal function of the Constitution. Keywords: [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Trump Defines Fake News as the Enemy of the People (16:56–20:39) Donald Trump doubled down on his "enemy of the people" label for the media, specifically targeting outlets that use anonymous sources to create "fake" stories. He argued that the media intentionally omits the word "fake" when reporting his criticisms to make it appear he is attacking the entire press. The hosts discuss the performance art aspect of Trump's delivery and his long-standing consistency on these themes dating back to 2013. Keywords: [fake news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-news.md), [enemy of the people](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/enemy-of-the-people.md), [anonymous sources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-sources.md), [media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Historical Context of Presidential Feuds with Fox News (20:40–25:46) A retrospective analysis compares Donald Trump's media attacks to the Obama administration's 2009 "war" on Fox News. Archival clips from CBS and Katie Couric illustrate how the Obama White House attempted to delegitimize Fox News as a "communications arm of the Republican Party." The segment also references Spiro Agnew's famous "nattering nabobs of negativism" quote to show a long history of executive-press tension. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [katie couric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-couric.md), [spiro agnew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spiro-agnew.md), [white house press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-press.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/7.md) ### 8. White House Press Gaggle Exclusions and Media Boycotts (25:48–29:44) Press Secretary Sean Spicer excluded several major outlets, including CNN and The New York Times, from an informal "gaggle" briefing, prompting a solidarity boycott by the Associated Press and Time Magazine. The AP's Sally Busby defended the boycott on PBS, arguing that deliberate exclusion is "dangerous territory." The hosts note that the event was a pool report, meaning the excluded outlets still had access to the audio content. Keywords: [sean spicer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-spicer.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [associated press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), press gaggle [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Constitutional Freedom of the Press vs. Exclusive Access (29:45–34:05) The discussion explores the legal distinction between the "freedom of the press" and the right to "exclusive access" to government officials. The hosts argue that while the Constitution protects the right to publish, it does not mandate that every credentialed reporter be allowed into every room. Audio from a heated exchange between Sean Spicer and reporters highlights the logistical challenges of accommodating 3,000 credentialed journalists. Keywords: [freedom of the press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-of-the-press.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [bloggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloggers.md), white house correspondents, [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Shep Smith and the Media's Reaction to Exclusion (34:05–37:19) Fox News anchor Shep Smith defended CNN's reporting against "fake news" allegations, while the Associated Press continued to protest the White House's changing rules for media access. Sally Busby of the AP admitted that while physical limitations have always existed, the current administration's actions "felt different." The hosts suggest the media's outrage is rooted in a loss of their traditional role as the primary manipulators of public narrative. Keywords: [shep smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shep-smith.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [associated press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), sally busby, [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/10.md) ### 11. CBS Fact-Check on Immigration and Deportation Rates (37:20–41:13) A CBS News fact-check intended to discredit Donald Trump's claims about "bad hombres" inadvertently revealed that the Obama administration deported more people in January 2016 than the Trump administration did in January 2017. The report also noted that 42% of Obama's deportees had no criminal convictions. The hosts argue that such "fact-checks" often backfire by highlighting the previous administration's aggressive immigration enforcement. Keywords: [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [deportations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deportations.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [margaret brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/margaret-brennan.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Robert Davi's Proposal for Media Parent Company Accountability (41:14–44:17) Actor Robert Davi appeared on Tucker Carlson's show to suggest that White House briefings should identify reporters by their corporate parent companies, such as "Time Warner's CNN" or "Comcast's NBC." The goal would be to hold large conglomerates accountable for the news their subsidiaries produce. The hosts support the idea as a way to expose potential collusion and corporate interests in news reporting. Keywords: robert davi, [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [time warner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-warner.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [corporate media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/12.md) ### 13. CPAC 2017 and the Redefinition of the GOP (44:18–49:02) The 2017 CPAC event signaled a shift in the Republican Party toward a populist, worker-centric platform under Donald Trump. While some attendees expressed reservations about Trump's opposition to multilateral trade deals, there was broad support for his "America First" vision and his promise of a new executive order regarding travel. The hosts note the absence of traditional Libertarian voices like Ron Paul at the event. Keywords: [cpac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpac.md), [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md), american worker, [trade deals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-deals.md), [travel ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel-ban.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Anonymous Sources and Journalistic Integrity Failures (49:17–53:49) The hosts discuss the over-reliance on anonymous sources in modern journalism, citing historical fabrications by reporters like Janet Cooke and Jayson Blair. They argue that the lack of accountability for unnamed sources allows for the spread of gossip and rumors as fact. The segment references the "weapons of mass destruction" reporting as a primary example of how anonymous sourcing can lead to catastrophic policy decisions. Keywords: [anonymous sources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-sources.md), janet cooke, [pulitzer prize](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pulitzer-prize.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Berlin Station and the Reality of Intelligence Leaks (53:50–55:14) A discussion of the TV series *Berlin Station* serves as an illustration of how intelligence agencies can burn media outlets by moving assets before a story breaks. The hosts praise the show's dark, realistic portrayal of espionage and the consequences of news leaks. They use a specific plot point involving a Chinese general to show how "truth" can be manipulated by state actors in real-time. Keywords: [berlin station](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin-station.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [media manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-manipulation.md), [television](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/15.md) ### 16. FBI Leaks and the White House Press Standoff (55:14–56:56) Donald Trump utilized Twitter to criticize the FBI's inability to stop national security leakers within the government. This occurred alongside a CNN report claiming the FBI refused a White House request to debunk stories about Trump associates' contacts with Russia. The tension culminated in the exclusion of several major news organizations from a Spicer briefing, further straining the relationship between the administration and the press. Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md), [classified information](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified-information.md), [sean spicer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-spicer.md), [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Donna Brazile's DNC Speech and Racial Rhetoric (56:57–1:04:24) Interim DNC Chair Donna Brazile delivered a highly emotional speech to the Democratic National Committee, referencing historical racial violence in the South and her own "sacrifices" for the party. The hosts critique her use of the third person and her claims of "cleaning house" after the 2016 hacking scandal. They compare her delivery style to the "Obama phone lady" and Howard Dean's infamous scream. Keywords: [donna brazile](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donna-brazile.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [racial politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racial-politics.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/17.md) ### 18. No Agenda Art and Episode 906 Credits (1:04:26–1:06:16) The hosts credit Sir Anthony for the artwork of Episode 906, titled "Hitler's Playbook," which featured a parody of the CIA logo. They encourage listeners to visit the No Agenda Art Generator and emphasize the "value for value" model of the show. This segment serves as a transition into the donor thank-you portion of the program. Keywords: sir anthony, hitler's playbook, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Peter Ruthven's Birthday Donation and Youth Travel Observations (1:06:18–1:09:26) Producer Peter Ruthven donated $1,000 for his 35th birthday while traveling through Europe with groups of 18-to-25-year-olds. He observed that young people seem increasingly shut down and unwilling to engage in conversations that deviate from the mainstream narrative. The hosts discuss his background as a potential financial consultant and grant him "Job Karma" for his future employment search. Keywords: peter ruthven, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md), [youth culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youth-culture.md), mainstream narrative [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Sir Dogbert and the Social Security Donation (1:09:26–1:12:07) AJ van Steenbergen, now Sir Dogbert of the SoCal Underverse, donated his first Social Security check to the program. A retired Lieutenant Colonel in the Marines, he expressed gratitude for the show's deconstruction efforts. His donation included requests for sound bites involving Al Sharpton and Yoko Ono, and he was officially "de-douched" by the hosts. Keywords: sir dogbert, [carlsbad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carlsbad.md), [marines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marines.md), [social security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-security.md), [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Sir Tom Derry and the "Sausage Making" Video (1:12:08–1:15:21) Sir Tom Derry, a marine engineer and Navy veteran, donated to the show and commented on Adam Curry's "sausage making" screencast of the podcast's production. The hosts discuss the technical level required to produce the show in real-time versus post-produced podcasts. Adam clarifies that he will not be doing regular studio walkthrough videos, preferring to maintain the "theater of the mind." Keywords: sir tom derry, [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), marine engineer, [podcast production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-production.md), screencast [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Noodle Boy and the Rise of Social Justice Warriors (1:15:22–1:18:19) The hosts revisit the "Noodle Boy" clip, an early example of social justice warrior rhetoric from a worker at Noodles & Company. The individual in the clip compared his restaurant job to a dictatorship and advocated for a "Noodles Union." The hosts note that the company is now facing financial difficulties and store closures, which they link to the mindset displayed in the video. Keywords: [noodle boy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noodle-boy.md), noodles and company, [social justice warrior](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice-warrior.md), [unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unions.md), workplace dictatorship [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Producer Scripts and Demon Voice Requests (1:18:22–1:21:53) Producers Milton Cuevas and James Reeves provided significant donations, with Reeves requesting a specific audio sequence to help him battle procrastination. The hosts attempted to record a "demon voice" script using an echo tube and digital effects. Despite some technical fumbles during the live recording, they provided the custom audio for the producer's morning routine. Keywords: milton cuevas, james reeves, procrastination, demon voice, audio effects [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/23.md) ### 24. No Agenda Shop and Gitmo Nation Short Stories (1:21:53–1:23:38) The No Agenda Shop has released new merchandise featuring recent show artwork, with proceeds split between the artist, the shop, and the podcast. Additionally, Uber Producer Scott McKenzie released the seventh book in his *Gitmo Nation* series, titled *The Self-Driving Killer*. The short story, available on Amazon, explores the theme of autonomous vehicles being used for murder. Keywords: [no agenda shop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-shop.md), scott mackenzie, [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md), [amazon kindle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-kindle.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Cambridge University Microaggression Claims Over "Inauthentic" Food (1:23:38–1:28:00) Students at the University of Cambridge's Pembroke College labeled "inauthentic" cafeteria food, such as mango beef stew, as a "microaggression" and "cultural appropriation." The catering staff was criticized for mixing flavors and mislabeling ethnic dishes. The hosts mock the notion of "cultural violence" regarding college food and compare it to Lena Dunham's past complaints about campus sushi. Keywords: [cambridge university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge-university.md), [microaggressions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microaggressions.md), [cultural appropriation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-appropriation.md), pembroke college, jamaican stew [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/25.md) ### 26. School Cafeteria Quality and the Betsy DeVos Controversy (1:28:02–1:30:24) The discussion shifts to the generally poor quality of American school lunches and the political backlash against Education Secretary Betsy DeVos. The hosts argue that the "unidentifiable crap" served in schools is a more pressing issue than the "appropriative" nature of the recipes. They conclude that the catering staff's attempts at diversity are being met with irrational hostility from student activists. Keywords: [betsy devos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betsy-devos.md), cafeteria act, [school lunch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-lunch.md), [sushi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sushi.md), [cultural appropriation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-appropriation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/26.md) ### 27. International Women's Day and "A Day Without A Woman" (1:30:25–1:33:03) Organizers of the Women's March called for a "Day Without a Woman" strike on March 8th, urging women to take the day off and avoid shopping. The hosts point out a logical inconsistency in the instructions, which encourage shopping only at women-owned businesses while simultaneously calling for all women to stop working. They characterize the movement as being led by "middle-class white women" and criticize the racial undertones of the strike's logistics. Keywords: [international women's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-women-s-day.md), [women's march](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/women-s-march.md), [strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strike.md), economic solidarity, [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Carl Bernstein, the CIA, and the "Fact-Free Universe" (1:33:06–1:37:05) Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN to claim that Donald Trump lives in a "fact-free universe" and is scaring "movement conservatives." The hosts suggest that Bernstein has been "reactivated" by the CIA to undermine the administration, noting his increased media presence since the release of the Steele dossier. They contrast his background with Bob Woodward's documented ties to the intelligence community. Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [mockingbird](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mockingbird.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Sally Yates and the "Alternate Universe" Hero Narrative (1:37:05–1:39:40) Rachel Maddow reported on former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates receiving a standing ovation at the Carter Center, framing her as an "overnight hero." The hosts describe this as a manifestation of the "alternate universe" where Yates is being groomed for a political career in Georgia. They argue she was "trotted around" by figures like Eric Holder to serve as a symbol of resistance. Keywords: [sally yates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sally-yates.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), carter center, [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/29.md) ### 30. CNBC Explains the Mandela Effect and CERN Theories (1:39:41–1:43:52) CNBC aired a report dismissing theories that the Large Hadron Collider at CERN created a rift into an alternate reality where Donald Trump became president. The report defined the "Mandela Effect" as a phenomenon where groups believe things that are "not true," which the hosts argue is a fundamental misunderstanding of the concept. They criticize the media for using "fake news" as a label to shut down speculative scientific discussion. Keywords: [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [mandela effect](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mandela-effect.md), [cern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cern.md), [large hadron collider](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/large-hadron-collider.md), alternate reality [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Academy Awards Politics and Casey Affleck's Speech (1:43:53–1:49:36) The hosts anticipate a highly political Academy Awards ceremony, citing Casey Affleck's "abhorrent" administration comments at the Spirit Awards as a preview. Joy Behar on *The View* defended celebrities using their platform for political advocacy. The hosts predict the show will be "boring and banal," suggesting a drinking game for every mention of "Russia" or "Cheetos." Keywords: [academy awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academy-awards.md), [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), casey affleck, manchester by the sea, [joy behar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-behar.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/31.md) ### 32. New York Times Oscar Ad and "The Principled Press" (1:49:37–1:52:11) The New York Times debuted its first-ever Oscar advertisement with the slogan "The Truth is More Important Than Ever." The hosts analyze the phrase "principled press" used by media commentators to distinguish legacy outlets from newer competitors. They suggest the ad serves as a "wink and a nudge" to Hollywood actors to continue their public opposition to the Trump administration. Keywords: [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), principled press, [media strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-strategy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Robert Davi's Open Letter to Hollywood Regarding Refugees (1:52:12–1:54:29) Actor Robert Davi published an open letter challenging Hollywood celebrities to invite illegal immigrants and refugees as their guests to the Academy Awards and after-parties. He argued that if celebrities oppose borders and law enforcement, they should open their own homes and events to those they claim to support. The hosts praise the letter for exposing the perceived hypocrisy of the wealthy elite in Bel Air. Keywords: robert davi, [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [refugees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refugees.md), [illegal immigrants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illegal-immigrants.md), hollywood hypocrisy [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Lionel's Rant on the Death of Mainstream Media (1:54:30–1:58:30) Media commentator Lionel delivered a rant comparing the mainstream media to a "dead star" whose light is still reaching Earth even though the source has burned out. He argued that the media's 24/7 anti-Trump narrative is a sign of its irrelevance. The hosts agree, noting that the "big giant behemoths" are failing because their business models do not translate to the internet age. Keywords: [lionel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lionel.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md), [music business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/music-business.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Transgender Guidance and the American College of Pediatricians (1:58:30–2:03:30) The Trump administration rescinded federal guidance regarding transgender bathroom use in schools, framing it as a states' rights issue. In this context, the hosts discuss a report from the American College of Pediatricians titled "Gender Ideology Harms Children." The report argues that human sexuality is a biological binary and that conditioning children to accept "chemical and surgical impersonation" is harmful. Keywords: [transgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender.md), [title ix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-ix.md), american college of pediatricians, [gender dysphoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-dysphoria.md), [dsm-5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsm-5.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Puberty Blockers, Sterility, and Child Abuse Allegations (2:03:31–2:07:51) Continuing the discussion on gender ideology, the hosts cite statistics from the American College of Pediatricians claiming that most gender-confused children eventually accept their biological sex after puberty. They highlight the risks of permanent sterility and increased suicide rates associated with sex reassignment. The report explicitly labels the conditioning of children into these medical paths as "child abuse." Keywords: [puberty blockers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puberty-blockers.md), cross-sex hormones, sterility, [suicide rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicide-rates.md), [child abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-abuse.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/36.md) ### 37. Media Framing of Transgender Rights and Caitlyn Jenner (2:07:52–2:11:16) The hosts contrast the pediatricians' report with mainstream media coverage that frames the administration's policy shift as "denying students' rights" and "tearing at the social fabric." They also discuss Caitlyn Jenner's public response to Trump and a listener's claim about a political schism within the transgender community based on hormone use. They predict Jenner may eventually "transition back" to Bruce for a book deal. 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Keywords: [maxine waters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maxine-waters.md), [sanctuary cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctuary-cities.md), jerrymandering, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/38.md) ### 39. Birthday Celebrations and Knighting Ceremony (2:17:51–2:20:15) The hosts conduct a formal knighting ceremony for Peter Ruthven (Sir Peter of Sydney's North Shore) and AJ van Steenbergen (Sir Dogbert of the Social Underverse) for their $1,000 donations. They also acknowledge several producer birthdays and clarify a donation discrepancy involving Australian exchange rates. The segment concludes with the traditional "hookers and blow" litany for the new knights. Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), sir peter, sir dogbert, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/39.md) ### 40. Nicholas Kristof's "Deadly Husbands" Op-Ed and Glenn Greenwald (2:20:16–2:22:51) The New York Times published an op-ed by Nicholas Kristof claiming that "husbands are deadlier than terrorists" due to firearm access. Meanwhile, Glenn Greenwald appeared on *Democracy Now* to discuss the "deep state." The hosts briefly digress into a discussion about whether Greenwald's facial appearance is due to Bell's Palsy or a "Mandela Effect" shift in their memory of him. Keywords: [nicholas kristof](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicholas-kristof.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [bell's palsy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bell-s-palsy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/40.md) ### 41. Glenn Greenwald on the CIA's "Soft Coup" Against Trump (2:22:51–2:28:27) Glenn Greenwald argued that the CIA is actively subverting Donald Trump because his "America First" foreign policy is antithetical to the agency's regime-change goals in Syria. He characterized the intelligence community's leaks and withholding of information as a "soft coup" that is dangerous to democracy. Greenwald also noted a "disturbing double standard" where liberals who once decried classified leaks are now cheering them. 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Keywords: [bnd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bnd.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [der spiegel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/der-spiegel.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/42.md) ### 43. John Kasich's White House Meeting and Pilot Analogy (2:31:03–2:34:19) Ohio Governor John Kasich met with Donald Trump at the White House to discuss the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid expansion. Kasich used a "pilot analogy," stating that even if you didn't vote for the pilot, you want him to fly the plane successfully. The hosts note Kasich's "dazed" appearance and his shift from being a vocal Trump critic to a collaborator on healthcare policy. Keywords: [john kasich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kasich.md), [affordable care act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affordable-care-act.md), [medicaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicaid.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), pilot analogy [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/43.md) ### 44. Naloxone Price Gouging and Generic Drug Costs (2:34:20–2:36:57) The price of Naloxone, a generic drug used to reverse opioid overdoses, has seen massive increases, with some products jumping over 500% in price. The hosts discuss how a medication that once cost less than a dollar is now being sold in auto-injectors for thousands of dollars. They characterize this as "scandalous" price gouging by pharmaceutical companies during a public health crisis. Keywords: [naloxone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naloxone.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [price gouging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/price-gouging.md), [opioid crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opioid-crisis.md), [generic drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generic-drugs.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/44.md) ### 45. Medical Billing Problems and Pharmaceutical Lobbying (2:36:58–2:41:31) Former hospital administrator Steven Weissman argues that the U.S. has a "medical price problem" rather than an insurance problem. He notes that the healthcare industry spends more on lobbying than the defense and oil industries combined, which prevents politicians from addressing transparent pricing. The hosts agree that the current system is a "huge scam" designed to extract maximum profit from patients and insurance companies. Keywords: [medical billing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-billing.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [lobbying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbying.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/45.md) ### 46. University Bias Response Teams and "Thought Crimes" (2:41:32–2:45:48) Research by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Education (FIRE) revealed that over 230 American colleges have "Bias Response Teams" that encourage students to report offensive speech. These teams can impose penalties ranging from sensitivity training to suspension for "thought crimes." The hosts describe this as a "dark age" for the American academy and a universal demand from student activists. 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