# We Kill

> A suspicious missile strike in Syria exposes a rift in the Trump administration while media propaganda reaches a fever pitch across the global news cycle.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 919
- **Published:** 2017-04-09
- **Length:** 2h 55m
- **Topics:** Syria Strike, [Michael Hayden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hayden.md), Bannon vs Kushner, [Wag the Dog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wag-the-dog.md), [Mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [Lindsey Graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [Fact Checking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-checking.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill

## About this episode

The United States Navy launched 59 Tomahawk missiles at a Syrian airbase following a chemical attack, but conflicting reports from the Russian Ministry of Defense and CBS News suggest the strike may have been more theatrical than tactical. While Secretary of State Rex Tillerson hailed the operation as a success, skeptics point to operational runways and the use of aging 1980s-era munitions as evidence of a scripted geopolitical maneuver. The timing of the strike during President Xi Jinping’s visit to Mar-a-Lago further fuels theories that the intervention served as a strategic signal to China and North Korea rather than a purely humanitarian response.

Representative Thomas Massie questioned the intelligence behind the sarin gas narrative on CNN, while Senator Lindsey Graham called for a massive troop buildup in Kuwait to facilitate the removal of Bashar al-Assad. Internal White House friction intensified as Steve Bannon was removed from the National Security Council, signaling a shift toward the globalist influence of Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Former CIA Director Michael Hayden admitted that the U.S. drone program now defaults to killing targets because detention has become politically and legally unviable. Meanwhile, Hillary Clinton used the Women in the World Summit to criticize Vladimir Putin and hint at a potential run for Mayor of New York.

Media personalities provided the week's most bizarre moments, from Carrie Bickmore’s emotional breakdown on Australian television to Bill O’Reilly’s repeated verbal gaffes regarding the Neil Gorsuch confirmation. Rapper Tip Harris sparked controversy on The View by insulting Omarosa’s appearance, and Senator John McCain struggled through a physical comedy routine with a malfunctioning lapel microphone. The episode concludes with an analysis of the decentralized social media platform Mastodon and a prank sign in Malibu mocking the city's sanctuary status.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/transcript.md.

### 1. Wag the Dog, Robert De Niro Propaganda Analysis (0:00–5:10)

The 1997 film Wag the Dog is analyzed in the context of modern political propaganda and media manipulation. Robert De Niro, who produced and starred in the film as a government fixer, is criticized for his real-world political statements against Donald Trump. The discussion highlights the irony of an actor who portrayed a propaganda specialist seemingly participating in scripted media narratives.

Keywords: [wag the dog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wag-the-dog.md), [robert de niro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-de-niro.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), 1997 movie

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/1.md)

### 2. Media Use of Missile Launch B-Roll Footage (5:11–8:21)

News organizations are criticized for the repetitive use of cruise missile launch footage to dramatize military actions. Fox News and other outlets are noted for incorporating specific audio "swoosh" effects and spiraling smoke visuals into their broadcasts. This aesthetic approach to war reporting is characterized as a tool for audience engagement rather than informative journalism.

Keywords: [cruise missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cruise-missiles.md), [b-roll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/b-roll.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [media propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-propaganda.md), [tomahawk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tomahawk.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Rex Tillerson, Jonathan Winters Character Comparison (8:22–10:36)

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's public persona and vocal delivery are compared to the comedic characters of Jonathan Winters. While Tillerson praised the Syrian airbase strike as an overwhelming success, his demeanor is likened to an "a-hole boss" archetype from mid-century stand-up comedy. The comparison suggests a lack of gravitas in the official diplomatic reporting of military events.

Keywords: [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), jonathan winters, syrian attack, [department of state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-state.md), military success

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Syrian Airbase Strike, Runway Damage Discrepancies (10:36–15:33)

The effectiveness of the U.S. missile strike on a Syrian airbase is questioned following reports that runways remained operational within 24 hours. Rex Tillerson claimed runways were not targeted due to their thickness, yet skeptics point to the lack of high-quality "smart bomb" footage compared to previous conflicts. Observations of the White Helmets at the scene without protective gear lead to further questions regarding the alleged sarin gas attack.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [tomahawk missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tomahawk-missiles.md), shayrat airbase, [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [sarin gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarin-gas.md), [white helmets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-helmets.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/4.md)

### 5. CBS News Official Report on Syrian Missile Strike (15:37–21:44)

CBS News provided the official government-aligned account of the Navy task force operation involving the destroyers Porter and Ross. The report states that 59 Tomahawk missiles hit targets associated with chemical weapons capabilities while deliberately avoiding Russian assets. The narrative emphasizes the speed of the naval response and the humanitarian justification involving "nerve gas" victims.

Keywords: [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [david martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-martin.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), porter, ross, [cyprus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyprus.md), [chemical weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/5.md)

### 6. Russian Ministry of Defense, Syrian Damage Assessment (21:45–25:36)

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that the U.S. missile strike was lackluster, with many Tomahawks failing to reach their targets or crashing into mountains. According to Russian and Syrian sources, the damage was limited to archaic MiG-23 jets and a local cafeteria, leaving the main runway and modern aircraft untouched. Speculation suggests the U.S. used the event to deplete an aging inventory of 1980s-era missiles.

Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [ministry of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ministry-of-defense.md), mig-23, [tomahawk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tomahawk.md), [yugoslavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yugoslavia.md), cafeteria

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/6.md)

### 7. ISIS Air Force Meme, Fareed Zakaria Analysis (25:35–27:12)

A media meme suggesting the United States is acting as the "ISIS Air Force" has emerged on both RT and CNN. Fareed Zakaria and other analysts suggest that by weakening the Assad regime, the U.S. military is inadvertently providing air cover for jihadist groups. This narrative highlights the complex and contradictory nature of intervening in the Syrian civil war.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [fareed zakaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fareed-zakaria.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), syrian civil war, [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/7.md)

### 8. Emotional Response of Women, Carrie Bickmore Breakdown (27:14–30:19)

Australian television host Carrie Bickmore experienced an emotional breakdown on air while discussing images of the Syrian conflict. This segment explores the perceived difference in emotional responses between men and women regarding war coverage. The host's unprofessional display is cited as an example of how media uses distress to influence public opinion.

Keywords: carrie bickmore, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), emotional media, syria images, gender response

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/8.md)

### 9. The View, War Powers Act Debate (30:19–34:47)

The hosts of The View are criticized for their lack of legal understanding regarding the War Powers Resolution of 1973 and the AUMF. The panel's discussion on whether President Trump had the authority to bomb Syria without Congress is compared to President Obama's previous actions in Libya. One panelist's confusion between North Korea and South Korea is highlighted as a sign of media incompetence.

Keywords: [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [whoopi goldberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whoopi-goldberg.md), [joy behar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-behar.md), [war powers resolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-resolution.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Thomas Massie, Syrian Chemical Attack Skepticism (34:49–37:33)

Representative Thomas Massie expressed skepticism on CNN regarding the narrative that Bashar al-Assad ordered a chemical attack. Massie argued that such an attack would not serve Assad's interests and suggested the gas might have been released from a bombed ammo dump. The interview was abruptly ended after Massie questioned the certainty of the intelligence provided by human rights observers.

Keywords: [thomas massie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-massie.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [sarin gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarin-gas.md), ammo dump, [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Bill Maher, Ana Navarro Trump Support Rift (37:34–43:30)

On Real Time with Bill Maher, Republican commentator Ana Navarro expressed rare agreement with Donald Trump's military action in Syria despite her personal dislike for him. Representative Ted Lieu argued the strike was unconstitutional without congressional approval, while Navarro framed it as a necessary response to genocide. The segment highlights a rift among Trump's critics who are divided on the legality versus the morality of the intervention.

Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [ana navarro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ana-navarro.md), [ted lieu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-lieu.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [genocide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genocide.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Caleb Maupin, Trump Policy U-Turn Analysis (43:30–48:00)

RT correspondent Caleb Maupin analyzes Donald Trump's sudden shift from an "America First" non-interventionist policy to aggressive military action. Maupin notes that Trump's strike won over former rivals like Hillary Clinton and John McCain, leading to accusations that Trump has become a "deep state neocon puppet." The summary includes a critique of Brian Williams' poetic description of the missile launches.

Keywords: caleb maupin, [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [deep state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deep-state.md), leonard cohen

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Bombard's Body Language, Trump Syria Speech Analysis (48:01–53:14)

An analysis of Donald Trump's body language during his Syria bombing announcement suggests signs of discomfort and deception. The "Bombard" review highlights Trump's rigid posture, specific eyebrow raises when mentioning the airfield, and weight shifts during talk of a "troubled world." The analysis claims these physical cues indicate Trump may not have been fully confident in the intelligence he was presenting.

Keywords: [bombard's body language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bombard-s-body-language.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), syria speech, [nerve agent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nerve-agent.md), [un security council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/un-security-council.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Banna al-Abed, Turkish TV Interview Scripting (53:15–55:43)

Syrian social media personality Banna al-Abed appeared on Turkish television in an interview that appeared heavily scripted. When asked about her favorite food in Istanbul, the child repeatedly responded with "save the children of Syria" before eventually answering "fish." The segment is used to illustrate how children are utilized in international political propaganda.

Keywords: banna al-abed, [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [istanbul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/istanbul.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Tucker Carlson, Media Propaganda and "Tight Lock" Intelligence (55:44–1:00:10)

Tucker Carlson criticizes the media for labeling skeptics of the Syrian strike as racists or conspiracy theorists. Meanwhile, Bill O'Reilly and his guests discuss "tight lock" intelligence, a term that appears to be a linguistic gaffe or a reference to high-confidence data. The discussion compares the current intelligence environment to the lead-up to the Iraq War and the dismissal of dissenters like Ron Paul.

Keywords: [tucker carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carson.md), [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [politico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politico.md), [white nationalists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-nationalists.md), tight lock, [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/15.md)

### 16. No Agenda Analysis, The Trump-Putin Pipeline Deal (1:00:10–1:04:27)

A geopolitical theory suggests the Syrian strike was "theater" designed to facilitate a grand bargain between the U.S., Russia, and China regarding energy pipelines. The analysis posits that the conflict is actually about competing gas pipelines from Qatar and Iran-Iraq-Syria. In this view, Trump and Putin are working to eliminate the Saudi-backed Qatar pipeline in favor of a direct Russian-Turkish-European route.

Keywords: [pipeline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pipeline.md), [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/16.md)

### 17. White House Intrigue, Bannon vs. Kushner Conflict (1:04:28–1:09:11)

Internal tensions in the Trump White House are explored, specifically the reported power struggle between Steve Bannon and Jared Kushner. While Bannon was removed from the National Security Council, he remains present in the "war room" during military operations. The influence of Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner is criticized as a "family business" approach to governance that conflicts with Bannon's nationalist agenda.

Keywords: [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [ivanka trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivanka-trump.md), [reince priebus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reince-priebus.md), [national security council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security-council.md), [globalists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalists.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Ivanka Trump Criticism (1:09:12–1:11:56)

Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz criticized Ivanka Trump on CNN, claiming her complicity in her father's agenda makes her an opponent of women's rights. The segment also notes a New York Times correction that mistakenly identified Ivanka as Donald Trump's wife. Additionally, the hosts point out that the New York Times omitted the 2013 chemical attack from a recent list of Assad's atrocities.

Keywords: [debbie wasserman schultz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debbie-wasserman-schultz.md), [ivanka trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivanka-trump.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [women's rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/women-s-rights.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/18.md)

### 19. James Jeffrey, Diplomatic Tradecraft and State Department Militarization (1:11:57–1:14:57)

Former Ambassador James Jeffrey praised the Trump administration's diplomatic execution of the Syrian strike, noting that Tillerson and Mattis coordinated effectively with allies. However, the discussion questions why the State Department is taking the lead on military briefings rather than the Defense Department. This shift is viewed as a continuation of the "militarization" of the State Department that began under Hillary Clinton.

Keywords: james jeffrey, [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [james mattis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-mattis.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [colin powell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colin-powell.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/19.md)

### 20. Syria Strike as Message to China and North Korea (1:14:58–1:16:37)

The timing of the Syrian missile strike during President Xi Jinping's visit to Mar-a-Lago is interpreted by some as a strategic message to China and North Korea. While the official narrative suggests it was a display of military resolve, the hosts remain skeptical, characterizing the event as a setup. The segment includes a lighthearted tangent about whether the Chinese president enjoys sourdough bread.

Keywords: [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [mar-a-lago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mar-a-lago.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), sourdough, [un security council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/un-security-council.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Lindsey Graham, Syrian Intervention and Troop Buildup (1:16:38–1:20:51)

Senator Lindsey Graham argued on Tucker Carlson's show for the removal of Bashar al-Assad and the training of Syrian opposition forces. Graham compared the situation to pre-9/11 Afghanistan, a comparison Carlson challenged by noting the 9/11 hijackers were primarily Saudi. The discussion also references a significant U.S. troop buildup in Kuwait as a precursor to expanded operations in Syria.

Keywords: [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [kuwait](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kuwait.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Holly Williams, Syrian Border Reporting Discrepancies (1:20:52–1:24:34)

CBS correspondent Holly Williams is scrutinized for her reporting locations near the Syrian border. The hosts track her movements from Ankara to Antakya, questioning the proximity of her "on the border" reports to the actual conflict zones. The segment suggests her reporting may be part of a broader intelligence or propaganda effort rather than standard journalism.

Keywords: [holly williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holly-williams.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), antakya, [ankara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ankara.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Lindsey Graham, Risks and Costs of Syrian War (1:24:35–1:26:29)

In a heated exchange with Tucker Carlson, Senator Lindsey Graham dismissed concerns about the financial cost of maintaining 7,000 troops in Syria indefinitely. Graham argued that the cost is "minimal" compared to the risks posed by ISIS and the Assad regime. Carlson questioned the logic of the intervention, suggesting the U.S. itself has become the primary destabilizing force in the region.

Keywords: [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [military budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-budget.md), [intervention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intervention.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/23.md)

### 24. No Agenda Episode 919, Executive Producer Credits (1:26:30–1:32:45)

Hosts Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the donation segment for Episode 919, thanking Executive Producers Patrick Seymour, Christopher Decker, and Sir Roger Boots. The segment covers various donation amounts, including a "triple boob" donation of $240.24. Christopher Decker is elevated to knighthood, requesting the title "Sir Not Appearing on this Podcast."

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [patrick seymour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patrick-seymour.md), christopher decker, roger boots, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Hillary Clinton, Women in the World Summit (1:32:55–1:35:29)

Hillary Clinton spoke at the Women in the World Summit, wearing what she described as a "citizen hat" resembling a "pussyhat." She criticized male politicians for their stance on maternity care and accused Vladimir Putin of interfering in the U.S. election because he is "not exactly fond of strong women." The hosts interpret her comments as a pivot toward a potential run for Mayor of New York.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), pussyhat, [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), maternity care, [nicholas kristof](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicholas-kristof.md), women in the world

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Tucker Carlson, Teen Vogue Thigh-High Boots Controversy (1:35:30–1:40:13)

A conflict between Tucker Carlson and a Teen Vogue writer is revisited during a women's leadership event featuring Diane von Furstenberg. Carlson's comment that the writer should "stick to thigh-high boots" is condemned by the panel as an example of white male vengeance and misogyny. The editor of Teen Vogue defends the journalist, while the hosts analyze the "small penis" insults directed at Carlson.

Keywords: [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [teen vogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teen-vogue.md), lauren duca, diane von furstenberg, [ariana grande](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ariana-grande.md), [misogyny](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misogyny.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/26.md)

### 27. Gendered Communication Styles, "Keep Talking" Strategy (1:40:13–1:42:54)

The discussion explores a perceived media strategy where female guests are encouraged to "talk through" male hosts to avoid being silenced. This is contrasted with the "excuse me" technique used to reclaim floor time. The segment also introduces the acronym "SHE" (Sexual Harassment Enterprise) in reference to Maxine Waters' comments on political scandals.

Keywords: [communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md), [gender politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-politics.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [maxine waters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maxine-waters.md), sexual harassment enterprise

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/27.md)

### 28. You the Jury, Reality TV Courtroom Drama (1:42:55–1:48:06)

The new Fox News show You the Jury, hosted by Jeanine Pirro, is described as a high-production courtroom drama where the audience votes on the verdict. The show features famous defense attorneys, such as the one who represented Casey Anthony, in a Roman Coliseum-style set. The hosts compare the spectacle to a "Death Row" gaming concept where executions could be televised for entertainment.

Keywords: you the jury, [jeanine pirro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeanine-pirro.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [casey anthony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/casey-anthony.md), [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md), [justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justice.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/28.md)

### 29. The View, Tip Harris and Omarosa Disrespect (1:48:07–1:52:43)

Rapper Tip "T.I." Harris appeared on The View to discuss Donald Trump's disrespect toward the African-American community and Snoop Dogg. Harris made a joke about Omarosa's teeth, which the hosts point out is hypocritical given the panel's usual stance on misogyny. The segment criticizes the audience for applauding insults against a woman while claiming to fight for respect.

Keywords: [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), tip harris, [omarosa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omarosa.md), [snoop dogg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snoop-dogg.md), [misogyny](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misogyny.md), african-american community

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Bill O'Reilly, Neil Gorsuch Confirmation Gaffes (1:52:45–1:54:20)

Bill O'Reilly is mocked for several verbal gaffes during a segment on the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch. O'Reilly mistakenly referred to the justice as "George Gorsuch" and the late Justice Scalia as "Anthony" instead of Antonin. The hosts speculate that O'Reilly may have been "hammered" or under extreme pressure during the broadcast.

Keywords: [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [neil gorsuch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-gorsuch.md), [antonin scalia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antonin-scalia.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [nuclear option](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-option.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Jeremy Scahill, Fascism and Media Platforms (1:54:20–1:58:27)

Journalist Jeremy Scahill appeared on PBS to explain his refusal to appear on Real Time with Bill Maher alongside "fascists." Scahill argued that the Trump administration is normalizing hatred and that fascists do not have a right to a television platform. The hosts mock Scahill, suggesting he is simply bitter about being uninvited from major programs.

Keywords: [jeremy scahill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeremy-scahill.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [fascism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fascism.md), [trump white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-white-house.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/31.md)

### 32. MSNBC, Steve Bannon Anti-Semitism Allegations (1:58:27–2:02:14)

MSNBC hosts Chris Matthews and Joy Reid are criticized for labeling Steve Bannon an "avowed anti-Semite" without providing evidence of such a vow. The discussion focuses on the use of terms like "cuck" and "globalist" as alleged anti-Semitic slurs. The hosts argue that these labels are being used as propaganda to force Bannon out of the White House in favor of Jared Kushner.

Keywords: [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [joy reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-reid.md), [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Definition of Cuckoldry and Globalism (2:02:15–2:06:28)

The hosts debate the modern and traditional definitions of the word "cuckold" (cuck) and its usage in political discourse. They reject the notion that "globalist" is an anti-Semitic slur, defining it instead as a political ideology opposed to nationalism. An anecdote about a man in Berkeley acting as a "third wheel" to a lesbian couple is used to illustrate the colloquial meaning of a "cuck."

Keywords: cuckold, [globalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalism.md), [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Michael Hayden, "We Kill" Drone Policy (2:06:28–2:09:50)

Former CIA Director Michael Hayden is featured in a C-SPAN clip discussing the shift from detaining terror suspects to killing them via drone strikes. Hayden explains that because detention has become "politically dangerous and legally challenging," the system now defaults to "pulling the trigger." He admits this policy provides less intelligence but argues it is a necessary consequence of public controversy over interrogation.

Keywords: [michael hayden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hayden.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md), [detention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detention.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Michael Hayden, Patriot Act and Human Dignity (2:09:51–2:14:09)

Michael Hayden defends the use of "enhanced interrogation" techniques, such as sleep deprivation, against high-value detainees like Mohammed Rahim. Hayden claims he acted out of a duty to protect American lives and prevent a second 9/11. The hosts characterize Hayden as a "guilt-ridden Catholic" trying to rationalize state-sponsored torture and surveillance to the public.

Keywords: [michael hayden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hayden.md), [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), mohammed rahim, [sleep deprivation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sleep-deprivation.md), [torture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/torture.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/35.md)

### 36. Family Guy Podcast Satire, Birthday Donations (2:14:10–2:19:24)

The show plays a clip from Family Guy that satirizes podcasting as a "rambling, boring conversation" that anyone with a computer can do. This leads into a large block of birthday donations for John C. Dvorak from listeners in Australia, the UK, Sweden, and the US. Notable donors include Chef James, Lance Forrest, and Lucero Moze, who comments on the "gas pipe" theory of the Syrian war.

Keywords: [family guy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family-guy.md), [seth macfarlane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seth-macfarlane.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/36.md)

### 37. No Agenda Knighting Ceremony, Sweden Terror Update (2:19:32–2:21:19)

Christopher Decker and Chuck Kendrick are officially knighted in the No Agenda tradition for their financial support. Following the ceremony, a report from Sweden notes that a terrorist truck attack occurred just one day after a major police and military training exercise for that exact scenario. The hosts suggest the timing of such exercises and subsequent attacks is a recurring and suspicious pattern.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), christopher decker, chuck kendrick, [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [terror attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terror-attack.md), [training exercise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/training-exercise.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Joseph Jakubowski, Wisconsin Manifesto Manhunt (2:21:21–2:25:28)

A nationwide manhunt is underway for Joseph Jakubowski, a Wisconsin man who allegedly stole firearms and sent a 161-page anti-government manifesto to President Trump. The FBI is offering a $10,000 reward for his capture. The segment also mentions that the "Newseum" in Washington D.C. is currently exhibiting the Unabomber's cabin, which the hosts find to be a strange coincidence.

Keywords: joseph jakubowski, [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [manifesto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manifesto.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [newseum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newseum.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Fact Check Labels, Chinese President in Alaska (2:25:29–2:28:25)

Google News and Facebook have introduced "fact check" labels and warnings to combat fake news, which the hosts compare to wearing "verified" armbands. In a "fact check false" segment, Chinese state media is called out for incorrectly identifying Anchorage as the capital of Alaska during President Xi Jinping's refueling stop. The actual capital is Juneau.

Keywords: [google news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-news.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [fact check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-check.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [anchorage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anchorage.md), [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/39.md)

### 40. Senate Rule Change, Neil Gorsuch Confirmation (2:28:27–2:32:09)

The U.S. Senate changed its rules to allow for the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch with a simple majority, effectively ending the 60-vote filibuster hurdle for high court nominees. The segment discusses the history of the Senate, noting it was originally designed to represent state interests rather than the voting public. A $500 billion fraud at HUD is mentioned as a story overshadowed by war coverage.

Keywords: [neil gorsuch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-gorsuch.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [filibuster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/filibuster.md), [nuclear option](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-option.md), [merrick garland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merrick-garland.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Jared Kushner Hires Hollywood Publicist (2:32:10–2:33:36)

Jared Kushner has reportedly hired a top Hollywood publicist who previously worked for tech giants like Elon Musk, Tim Cook, and Bill Gates. The hosts express skepticism about the move, questioning what a celebrity PR specialist can do for the White House. They specifically wonder about the publicist's role in shaping Bill Gates' image as a philanthropist.

Keywords: [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [tim cook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-cook.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [pr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pr.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/41.md)

### 42. Mastodon, Decentralized Social Media Analysis (2:33:39–2:39:31)

Mastodon, a new decentralized social media platform, is discussed as a potential alternative to Twitter. While John Dvorak dismisses it as a "piece of shit" due to account creation difficulties, Adam Curry praises its "federated" structure, comparing it to email or IRC. The platform uses the term "toot" for posts, which the hosts jokingly associate with cocaine or flatulence.

Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [decentralized](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/decentralized.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [federation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federation.md), [irc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irc.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Malibu Sanctuary City Sign Prank (2:39:32–2:41:05)

A professional-looking sign appeared on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu declaring it an "Official Sanctuary City" for "cheap nannies and gardeners." While the city council did vote to become a sanctuary city, officials confirmed the sign was a prank. The hosts admire the craftsmanship of the sign and suggest a similar prank for Austin, Texas.

Keywords: [malibu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malibu.md), [sanctuary city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctuary-city.md), [prank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prank.md), sign, [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), boyle heights

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Tomi Lahren, Wrongful Termination Lawsuit (2:41:08–2:43:06)

Conservative commentator Tomi Lahren has filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against Glenn Beck and The Blaze. Lahren was reportedly fired after expressing pro-choice views during an appearance on The View. The hosts argue that suing a former employer in show business is a "big mistake" that will likely prevent her from finding future work in the industry.

Keywords: [tomi lahren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tomi-lahren.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [the blaze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-blaze.md), [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [pro-choice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pro-choice.md), [lawsuit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuit.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/44.md)

### 45. John McCain, Microphone Gaffe Video (2:43:06–2:44:32)

A video of Senator John McCain struggling with a lapel microphone during a speech about Neil Gorsuch is described. McCain repeatedly tried to place the "crayon-sized" mic into a hole on the lectern, only for it to fall out each time. The hosts mock the senator's clumsiness, calling it a "mic drop McCain style."

Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [neil gorsuch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-gorsuch.md), [microphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microphone.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/video.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/45.md)

### 46. Jeff Bezos, Blue Origin Space Tourism (2:44:33–2:48:13)

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos announced plans to sell $1 billion in stock annually to fund his Blue Origin rocket venture. The company aims to launch paying passengers on 11-minute space flights starting next year. The hosts are highly skeptical of the business model, predicting that the first accident will end the industry due to massive liability issues.

Keywords: [jeff bezos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-bezos.md), [blue origin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-origin.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [space tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-tourism.md), [richard branson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-branson.md), [rocket](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rocket.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/46.md)

### 47. Show Outro and Mini-Mix (2:48:13–2:55:37)

The show concludes with a reminder to support the program via Dvorak.org/na and a sign-off from Austin and Silicon Valley. The final segments feature a "Mini-Mix" of audio clips, including repeated questions to Donald Trump about cocaine use, Bill O'Reilly's legal troubles, and various soundbites from the episode's topics.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [cocaine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cocaine.md), mini-mix

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/919-we-kill/chapter/47.md)

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