# Barry's Choice > A weekend of media counter-programming sees the President skipping the nerd prom while Bill Nye pivots to solar crowdfunding and the Fyre Festival ends in disaster. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 925 - **Published:** 2017-04-30 - **Length:** 3h 3m - **Topics:** WHCD, Rayton Solar, Fyre Festival, Eco-grieving, [Mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), CPEC, [Bill Nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice ## About this episode President Donald Trump skipped the White House Correspondents' Dinner to address a massive rally in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where he defended his diplomatic strategy regarding Xi Jinping and North Korea. The move effectively bypassed traditional media gatekeepers like Jake Tapper and Brian Stelter, who used the weekend to warn of a post-truth world. Trump cited ongoing cooperation with China on coal shipments as the primary reason for delaying currency manipulation labels. Bill Nye faces intense scrutiny after appearing in a promotional video for Rayton Solar, a company utilizing the JOBS Act for public crowdfunding. Critics point to Nye’s five-million-dollar stake in the venture as evidence of scientific advocacy being used as a sales pitch. Meanwhile, the Fyre Festival disaster in the Bahamas exposed the fragility of influencer marketing as Billy McFarland and Ja Rule faced a total logistical collapse. In Europe, a German officer named Franco A. successfully posed as a Syrian refugee for months, highlighting severe vetting failures within the migration system. Adam Curry details the psychological hurdles of a minimalist move to Austin while John C. Dvorak warns of predatory golden eagles snatching neighborhood pets. The duo performs a formal knighting ceremony for Executive Producer Mike Heck and Sir Milton Van Der Sluijs to close out the broadcast. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/transcript.md. ### 1. Adam Curry Moving Logistics, Minimalist Lifestyle, Hoarding Habits (0:00–11:17) Adam Curry describes the emotional and physical challenges of moving into a new home in Austin, Texas. He details a struggle with hoarding electronic equipment, including 17 old laptops, mixing boards, and a collectible Cobalt Cube. The discussion explores the psychological roots of keeping "buddy" wires and gadgets versus the minimalist influence of his partner, "The Keeper." Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [minimalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minimalism.md), [hoarding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hoarding.md), [electronics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronics.md), cobalt cube, [archives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archives.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Electronic Waste Disposal, Hard Drive Security, Vintage Software Value (11:19–13:47) The hosts discuss methods for disposing of vintage computer hardware while maintaining data security, such as drilling through hard drives. They debate the potential resale value of legacy items like the Microsoft mouse with a metal ball and Lotus Jazz software. A distinction is made between being a "cheapskate" hoarder and a legitimate archivist of technology. Keywords: [data security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-security.md), [hard drives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hard-drives.md), firewire, lotus jazz, e-waste, [collectibles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/collectibles.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/2.md) ### 3. White House Correspondents Dinner, Donald Trump Counter-Programming, C-SPAN Coverage (13:48–17:48) President Donald Trump skipped the 2017 White House Correspondents' Dinner to hold a rally in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The hosts criticize the traditional "nerd prom" as a "douchebag fest" and mock the C-SPAN broadcast featuring Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. They characterize the veteran journalists as boring relics and question their past ties to intelligence agencies. Keywords: whcd, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [harrisburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harrisburg.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [bob woodward](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-woodward.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Hasan Minhaj WHCD Performance, Steve Bannon Nazi Jokes (17:48–20:08) Comedian Hasan Minhaj hosted the 2017 White House Correspondents' Dinner, delivering a roast that included jokes about Steve Bannon and the Trump administration. The hosts analyze Minhaj's "Nazi Steve Bannon" wordplay, suggesting the audience's laughter was sparse and potentially "sweetened" for the broadcast. They dismiss the performance as low-effort material from The Daily Show writers. Keywords: hasan minhaj, [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), whcd, political comedy, [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Samantha Bee "Not the White House Correspondents’ Dinner" Special (20:09–25:15) Samantha Bee hosted a counter-programming special titled "Not the White House Correspondents’ Dinner" on TBS. The segment featured a scripted "fake press conference" mocking various media archetypes, including fringe bloggers and Russian state media. While acknowledging the technical quality of the comedy, the hosts criticize the "preachy" tone and the "circle jerk" nature of the event's media defense. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), full frontal, [tbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tbs.md), [political satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-satire.md), [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md), fake press conference [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Donald Trump Harrisburg Rally, China Currency Manipulation Claims (25:15–28:25) During a rally in Harrisburg, President Donald Trump addressed his decision not to label China a currency manipulator immediately. Trump cited ongoing cooperation with President Xi Jinping regarding North Korea and coal shipments as the primary reason for the diplomatic delay. The crowd at the event was noted for chanting "CNN sucks" in response to the president's media criticism. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [harrisburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harrisburg.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [currency manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency-manipulation.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/6.md) ### 7. CNN Panel Reactions, Paul Begala Obama Comparison (28:26–31:34) CNN commentator Paul Begala criticized Donald Trump's behavior at the Harrisburg rally, comparing it unfavorably to Barack Obama's handling of protesters in North Carolina. The hosts argue that Begala's comparison is a "false equivalency" and label him a "Clinton stooge." They suggest CNN's panel-heavy format is transparently insincere to the viewing public. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [paul begala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-begala.md), [jeff zucker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-zucker.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [political commentary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-commentary.md), [protesters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protesters.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Jake Tapper and Brian Stelter, Post-Truth Media Discussion (31:35–34:52) CNN's Jake Tapper and Brian Stelter discussed the concept of a "post-truth" world during a C-SPAN panel on the state of the news media. Tapper highlighted the danger of presidential claims regarding the "US armada" in Korea and the debunked link between vaccines and autism. The hosts mock the journalists for viewing Trump supporters as a "minority bubble" and dismiss their concerns about "alternative realities." Keywords: [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [post-truth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/post-truth.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [autism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Katie Tur on Trump Supporters, Alternative Sets of Facts (34:52–37:17) MSNBC's Katie Tur observed that Donald Trump's supporters are often indifferent to his policy inconsistencies, focusing instead on his overall decision-making. The hosts analyze the linguistic fallout of Kellyanne Conway's "alternative facts" phrase. They argue that Conway meant "alternative sets of facts" rather than falsehoods, comparing the divide in American perception to the "blue or gold dress" internet phenomenon. Keywords: [katie tur](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-tur.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [kellyanne conway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kellyanne-conway.md), [alternative facts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alternative-facts.md), [trump voters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-voters.md), [perception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perception.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Rob Reiner Russia Investigation Claims, Sally Yates Firing (37:19–39:43) Director Rob Reiner appeared on MSNBC to claim that Michael Flynn's actions constituted criminal behavior and a foreign invasion of American democracy. Reiner alleged that Sally Yates was fired because she overheard Flynn discussing sanctions with the Russian ambassador. The hosts debunk this, noting Yates was actually fired for refusing to defend the administration's travel ban. Keywords: [rob reiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rob-reiner.md), [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [sally yates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sally-yates.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Michael Flynn Security Clearance, DIA Briefings, Sean Spicer Criticism (39:44–45:35) A letter from Michael Flynn's legal counsel asserts that the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) was fully briefed on Flynn's 2015 trip to Moscow for an RT event. The documents suggest Flynn provided information on a thumb drive and received pre- and post-trip briefings. The hosts criticize Press Secretary Sean Spicer for failing to effectively use these facts to counter media narratives. Keywords: [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [dia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dia.md), [sean spicer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-spicer.md), [security clearance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-clearance.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [elijah cummings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elijah-cummings.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/11.md) ### 12. No Agenda Episode 925 Introduction, Artwork Selection, Ferrari Bombing Joke (45:36–48:37) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak officially open No Agenda episode 925, discussing the "Golden Bozos" theme. They review listener-submitted artwork featuring Ferraris being dropped on ISIS, a joke stemming from the high cost of modern munitions. They also issue a warning against submitting "stolen" art that lacks transformative parody. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast.md), [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md), [ferrari](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ferrari.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [general motors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-motors.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/12.md) ### 13. Mike Heck Donation, Whacking Schnauzers Anecdote (48:38–50:19) Executive Producer Mike Heck donates $1,000, sharing a story about how the show strengthened his relationship with his college-aged son. He references a memorable segment involving a Pentagon spokesperson discussing "whacking schnauzers." Heck requests "Climate Gate" and "Dr. Kiki" jingles as part of his knighting preparation. Keywords: mike heck, [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), schnauzers, [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [climate gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-gate.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Anton Emmerich Stockholm Donation, Non-Binary Gender Discussion (50:23–53:29) Anton Emmerich donates $430 from Stockholm, Sweden, while preparing for the Valborg celebrations. He describes his friends watching "RuPaul's Drag Race" and discussing a queen coming out as non-binary. The hosts question the mechanics of "coming out" as non-binary and compare it to other life-changing disclosures. Keywords: anton emmerich, [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [stockholm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stockholm.md), [non-binary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/non-binary.md), [rupaul's drag race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rupaul-s-drag-race.md), valborg [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Kimberly and Tim Singleton, Fractal Marriage Theory (53:30–55:30) Kimberly Singleton donates $333.33 for her husband Tim's birthday. This prompts a discussion on the "fractal" nature of human attraction, where people tend to marry others who look like versions of themselves or their friends. Keywords: kimberly singleton, [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marriage.md), [fractals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fractals.md), [psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychology.md), attraction [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Christopher Dolan and James Catman Donations, Knee Replacement Recovery (55:30–57:48) Donors Christopher Dolan and James Catman contribute to the show, with Catman discussing his recovery from a total knee replacement. Catman expresses his reliance on the show's analysis to navigate a "contrary" post-election news cycle and mentions ordering a No Agenda ring. Keywords: [christopher dolan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christopher-dolan.md), james catman, knee replacement, media distortion, podcast ring [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Seth Griffin, Regional Idioms, "Teeth in Your Head" Phrase (57:50–59:26) Seth Griffin submits a regional idiom: "Are you going to sit there with your teeth in your head?" The hosts explore various versions of this motivational phrase, including "bump on a log" and more vulgar variations, noting how these expressions differ by region. Keywords: seth griffin, [idioms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/idioms.md), regionalisms, [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), bump on a log [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Rodney Eaton, Climate Change Skepticism, Carbon Pollution Terminology (59:29–1:01:59) Rodney Eaton asks about the show's stance on clean energy and environmental issues. The hosts clarify that they support nuclear energy but oppose carbon taxes and subsidized wind/solar. They argue that the term "carbon pollution" is a linguistic trick designed to make people subconsciously think of "soot." Keywords: rodney eaton, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [carbon tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-tax.md), [nuclear energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-energy.md), [pollution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pollution.md), [soot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soot.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Jitty and Mark Mallon Donations, End-of-Show Mixers (1:02:01–1:04:26) Producers Jitty and Mark Mallon provide donations, with Jitty requesting a blessing for his upcoming July wedding. Mallon praises the show's deconstruction of the previous week's news. The hosts play an Al Sharpton "money shot" clip and credit the show's artists and audio mixers. Keywords: [jitty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jitty.md), mark mallon, [baton rouge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baton-rouge.md), [wedding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wedding.md), [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [podcast production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-production.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/19.md) ### 20. No Agenda Amazon Echo Skill, Voice Assistant Demo Failure (1:04:27–1:08:42) Jake Lester developed a "No Agenda Skill" for the Amazon Echo, allowing users to stream the show or skip to specific segments via voice commands. Adam Curry attempts to demonstrate the skill live, but the device fails to recognize the "skip 33 minutes" command. The failure is used to illustrate the current limitations of natural language processing in AI. Keywords: [amazon echo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-echo.md), [alexa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexa.md), jake lester, [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), voice commands, [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Artificial Intelligence Skepticism, Woodward and Bernstein Spook Theories (1:08:47–1:11:43) The hosts express skepticism toward the "bogus" state of artificial intelligence and algorithms. They return to Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, theorizing that Woodward remains an active "spook" for intelligence agencies. They discuss Bernstein's 1977 article on CIA influence in the media and contrast it with his current role as a CNN commentator. Keywords: [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [bob woodward](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-woodward.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/books.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Bill Nye and the People's Climate March, Paris Accord (1:11:44–1:13:20) The "People's Climate March" took place over the weekend as President Trump considered withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord. The hosts mock the irony of a climate march in Colorado being hit by snow. They introduce Bill Nye as a central figure in the modern climate movement, labeling him an "anti-constitutionalist." Keywords: [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), climate march, [paris climate accord](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-climate-accord.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [snow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snow.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Dolph Lundgren vs. Bill Nye, Scientific Credentials, Snopes Fact-Check (1:13:23–1:17:36) A viral meme compares the scientific credentials of actor Dolph Lundgren and Bill Nye, noting Lundgren's Master's in Chemical Engineering and Fulbright scholarship. The hosts review a Snopes fact-check that labeled the meme "problematic" because Lundgren didn't finish his degree at Washington State. They argue Snopes has become a politicized tool for protecting establishment figures like Nye. Keywords: dolph lundgren, [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [snopes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snopes.md), [chemical engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-engineering.md), [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), [credentials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credentials.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Bill Nye Shilling for Rayton Solar, Crowdfunding Controversy (1:17:37–1:22:03) Bill Nye is featured in a promotional video for Rayton Solar, a company claiming to use particle accelerators to create ultra-thin silicon wafers for solar panels. The hosts reveal that Nye holds $5 million worth of shares in the company and is using his platform to shill for a crowdfunding campaign. They characterize the venture as a "sales pitch" disguised as scientific advocacy. Keywords: [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), rayton solar, silicon wafers, particle accelerator, [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), [investment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investment.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/24.md) ### 25. JOBS Act Crowdfunding, Solar Industry Competition with China (1:22:04–1:25:05) The hosts discuss the 2012 JOBS Act, which allowed companies to sell shares directly to the public through crowdfunding. They argue these regulations often "rip investors off" by bypassing SEC disclosures. They express doubt that a US-based solar startup like Rayton can compete with the Chinese manufacturing dominance in the silicon industry. Keywords: jobs act, [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md), [solar panels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-panels.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), seed funding [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Eco-Grieving 12-Step Program, Climate Anxiety, Australia Sponge Theory (1:25:05–1:29:56) NPR reports on the rise of "eco-grieving" and 12-step programs for people suffering from climate-related anxiety. The hosts mock the idea of "losing the future" and "climate PTSD." They cite geological surveys from the 1800s to argue that sea levels haven't risen significantly and mock a theory that Australia acts as a "giant sponge" absorbing excess ocean water. Keywords: eco-grieving, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [12-step program](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/12-step-program.md), [sea level](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-level.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/26.md) ### 27. Mastodon Social Network, Social Justice Warrior Block Lists (1:29:57–1:32:38) Adam Curry discusses his experience on the Mastodon open-source social network, where the "noagendasocial.com" domain is being blocked by other administrators. He describes being labeled a "serial abuser" by social justice warriors (SJWs) despite minimal activity. The discussion highlights the fractured, "federated" nature of the platform and the tendency of certain users to block dissenting views. Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [noagendasocial.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noagendasocial-com.md), [sjw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sjw.md), federated instances, [blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blocking.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Crowdfunding "Loserdom," Indie Game Studio Struggles (1:32:38–1:36:01) The hosts critique a GoFundMe campaign for a millennial couple struggling to launch an "indie game studio" while dealing with health issues like anemia. They characterize this lifestyle—relying on crowdfunding for basic living expenses while pursuing niche creative projects—as a "future of loserdom" and a rejection of traditional employment. Keywords: [gofundme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gofundme.md), [patreon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patreon.md), indie games, [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), anemia, [financial struggle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-struggle.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/28.md) ### 29. No Agenda "Alt-Right KKK Nazi Quadroon" Label, Legal Action (1:36:05–1:40:33) Adam Curry reveals that "noagendasocial.com" appears on a Mastodon block list with the reason cited as "Alt-right KKK Nazi quadroons." The hosts look up the definition of "quadroon" (one-quarter black) and find the label absurdly contradictory. They discuss the possibility of taking legal action for defamation against the administrators circulating the list. Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [defamation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defamation.md), [alt-right](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alt-right.md), [kkk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kkk.md), [nazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi.md), quadroon, [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/29.md) ### 30. UC Davis Plan B Vending Machines, Morning After Pill (1:40:33–1:43:51) UC Davis has installed a "Wellness to Go" vending machine that sells the Plan B morning-after pill for $30. The project, led by student Partik Singh, is praised by students for providing discreet access to contraception without parental involvement. The hosts discuss the cultural shift toward normalizing emergency contraception on college campuses. Keywords: [uc davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uc-davis.md), [plan b](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plan-b.md), [vending machines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vending-machines.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [public health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-health.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/30.md) ### 31. "Stealthing" and Non-Consensual Condom Removal, Rape Adjacent (1:43:52–1:45:47) A new term, "stealthing," refers to the non-consensual removal of a condom during sex. The Columbia Journal of Gender and Law characterizes this as "rape adjacent." The hosts express skepticism about the logistics of the act and view the term as an expansion of "victimization culture." Keywords: stealthing, columbia journal of gender and law, rape culture, [consent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consent.md), legal trends [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Instagram COO Marne Levine, Comment Filtering, Safe Spaces (1:45:50–1:49:10) Instagram COO Marne Levine discusses new tools for comment filtering designed to make users feel "safe" and "positive." The hosts argue that this creates an artificial environment where users only receive "love," making them more susceptible to advertising. They suggest that "safe spaces" on social media are a commercial tactic to keep users in a buying frame of mind. Keywords: [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), marne levine, comment filtering, [safe spaces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/safe-spaces.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychology.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Body Positivity Campaigns, Instagram Influencer Endorsements, FTC Warnings (1:49:10–1:52:37) Instagram's "Perfectly Me" campaign encourages teens to share stories of "body positivity." Meanwhile, the FTC has sent letters to over 90 influencers, including the Kardashians, regarding undeclared paid endorsements. The hosts argue that Instagram and the FTC are cracking down on these deals because the platform isn't getting a financial cut of the "sneaky" advertising. Keywords: [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), [body positivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-positivity.md), [ftc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ftc.md), [influencers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influencers.md), [kardashians](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kardashians.md), [endorsements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endorsements.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Fyre Festival Disaster, Ja Rule, Influencer Marketing Failure (1:52:37–1:56:40) The Fyre Festival in the Bahamas, promoted by high-profile influencers like Kendall Jenner, ended in a total disaster with shoddy tents and no musical acts. The hosts mock the "wannabe" attendees who paid thousands for a "groovy" Instagram experience. They view the event's failure as a potential tipping point for the influencer marketing industry. Keywords: fyre festival, ja rule, [bahamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bahamas.md), [kendall jenner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kendall-jenner.md), blink-182, [influencers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influencers.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/34.md) ### 35. Billy McFarland and Ja Rule, Flight Planning Failures, Economic Tipping Point (1:56:41–2:00:09) Fyre Festival organizer Billy McFarland admitted in an interview to running out of fuel while flying a 40-year-old plane to the Bahamas. The hosts use this "fractal" lack of planning to explain the festival's collapse. They predict a broader economic shift where platforms like YouTube and Instagram will exert more control over influencer revenue streams. Keywords: billy mcfarland, ja rule, [aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md), exumas, fuel, [economic collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Andrew Drake and Tony Andrees Donations, Bill O'Reilly License (2:00:12–2:03:23) Andrew Drake donates $150 despite being laid off and recovering from heart surgery. Tony Andrees contributes $133.33, including a "license fee" for Bill O'Reilly's podcast. A list of $92.50 donors is read, celebrating the "working man" theme of the episode. Keywords: andrew drake, tony andrees, [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [heart surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-surgery.md), [podcast license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-license.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/36.md) ### 37. David Boda and Eric Tolbert, Wedding Anniversary, Boobs Jingle (2:03:24–2:07:06) David Boda and Eric Tolbert provide donations, with Tolbert requesting the "boobs jingle" for his wife on their sixth wedding anniversary. The hosts conclude the donation segment by thanking various $50 producers and encouraging listeners to support the show's "value-for-value" model. Keywords: david boda, eric tolbert, [wedding anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wedding-anniversary.md), boobs jingle, jared suess [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/37.md) ### 38. Knighting Ceremony for Sir Mike Heck and Sir Milton Van Der Sluijs (2:07:09–2:09:26) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak perform a formal knighting ceremony for Mike Heck and Milton Van Der Sluijs, who each donated $1,000 or more. The new knights are granted titles and invited to the "round table." The hosts also mention the distribution of No Agenda rings and wax-sealed certificates to recent donors. Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), mike heck, milton van der sluijs, [no agenda rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-rings.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/38.md) ### 39. Donald Trump "The Job Is Hard" Interview, Media Reaction (2:09:28–2:12:45) President Trump remarked in a Reuters interview that his new job is "more work" than his previous life and "harder than he thought." The hosts compare this to similar statements made by George W. Bush and Barack Obama. They criticize the "Dimension B" media for portraying Trump's honesty as a sign of incompetence. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [john dickerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-dickerson.md), [reuters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reuters.md), [face the nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/face-the-nation.md), [presidency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidency.md), [dimension b](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dimension-b.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/39.md) ### 40. Bill Maher Defends Ann Coulter, UC Berkeley Free Speech (2:12:45–2:14:46) Bill Maher defended Ann Coulter's right to speak at UC Berkeley, criticizing liberals for creating "safe spaces" and "book burning" environments on campus. Maher reminded his audience that even "hate speech" is protected by the First Amendment, citing the Supreme Court's ruling on Nazis marching in Skokie. The hosts praise Maher for his "Dimension A" tendencies in this instance. Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [ann coulter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-coulter.md), [uc berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uc-berkeley.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/40.md) ### 41. Jordan Peterson and Canadian Bill C-16, Gender Pronoun Debate (2:14:48–2:19:36) Professor Jordan Peterson debated the implications of Canadian Bill C-16, which codifies gender identity protections. Peterson argues that being legally required to use specific pronouns is an infringement on free speech. His opponent, a fellow professor, claims that refusing to use preferred pronouns is "tantamount to violence" and "hate speech." Keywords: [jordan peterson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan-peterson.md), [bill c-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-c-16.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [pronouns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pronouns.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md), [university of toronto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-toronto.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/41.md) ### 42. Sandy Phan-Gillis Released from China, FBI vs. CIA Spying (2:19:37–2:23:55) American businesswoman Sandy Phan-Gillis was released and deported from China after being convicted of espionage. The hosts question why media reports claim she was spying for the FBI rather than the CIA. They discuss the overlapping jurisdictions of US intelligence agencies and the presence of FBI "cyber centers" in international locations like The Hague. Keywords: sandy phan-gillis, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [deportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deportation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/42.md) ### 43. China's Silk Road Rail Project, Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) (2:23:57–2:28:17) A freight train completed a journey from London to China, part of the "One Belt, One Road" initiative. Simultaneously, China secured a 40-year lease for the Port of Gwadar in Pakistan as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). The hosts discuss how these land-based routes are designed to bypass maritime bottlenecks like the Straits of Hormuz. Keywords: [silk road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silk-road.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), cpec, [gwadar port](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gwadar-port.md), [trade routes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-routes.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/43.md) ### 44. Writers Guild Strike, May Day Protests, Working Families Flexibility Act (2:28:19–2:34:04) The Writers Guild of America faces a strike deadline over pay disputes in Hollywood. Meanwhile, May Day protests are planned against the "Working Families Flexibility Act," which would allow employers to offer comp time instead of overtime pay. The hosts argue the protests are primarily "anti-Trump" rallies rather than substantive debates on labor law. Keywords: [writers guild](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/writers-guild.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [may day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/may-day.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md), [overtime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/overtime.md), [labor laws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-laws.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/44.md) ### 45. German Officer Franco A. Posing as Syrian Refugee (2:34:05–2:37:09) A German army officer, identified as Franco A., successfully registered as a Syrian asylum seeker and received government benefits for months without speaking Arabic. He was caught after hiding a gun at the Vienna airport. The hosts argue this scandal proves the total failure of European migration "quality control" and vetting processes. Keywords: franco a., [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [syrian refugee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syrian-refugee.md), [asylum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asylum.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), vienna airport [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/45.md) ### 46. Barack Obama Biography "Rising Star," Gay Identity Discussion (2:37:10–2:41:17) David Garrow's new biography of Barack Obama, "Rising Star," details the former president's relationship with an openly gay professor, Lawrence Goldyn, at Occidental College. The book claims Obama "considered gayness" but decided a same-sex relationship would be "less challenging." The hosts discuss the hypocrisy of this "choice" within the context of modern identity politics. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [david garrow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-garrow.md), rising star, lawrence goldyn, gay identity, [occidental college](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/occidental-college.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/46.md) ### 47. Barack Obama's Wall Street Speech, Healthcare Quid Pro Quo (2:41:18–2:43:43) Barack Obama is criticized for accepting a $400,000 fee for a speech at a healthcare conference hosted by Cantor Fitzgerald. The hosts characterize this as a "quid pro quo" payoff from the insurance companies that benefited from the Affordable Care Act. They compare the practice to Hillary Clinton's high-priced speaking engagements. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [cantor fitzgerald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cantor-fitzgerald.md), speeches, [insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/47.md) ### 48. Bald Eagles in Milpitas, Golden Eagle Predation Anecdote (2:43:44–2:46:40) A pair of bald eagles nesting at a Milpitas elementary school has attracted local media attention. John C. Dvorak shares a personal anecdote about a massive golden eagle that killed and ate a seagull on his back deck. He warns that these birds are "pests" that can easily snatch kittens or small pets. Keywords: [bald eagles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bald-eagles.md), [milpitas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milpitas.md), [golden eagles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-eagles.md), predation, [seagulls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seagulls.md), [kittens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kittens.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/48.md) ### 49. North Korean Propaganda Video, Fake Weaponry Analysis (2:46:41–2:48:59) A new North Korean propaganda video depicts the White House being destroyed. However, military experts suggest that many of the weapons displayed in recent parades, including certain rifles and missiles, are likely "mock-ups" or "papier-mâché" fakes. The hosts question why the media has shifted from fear-mongering to debunking the regime's capabilities. Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missiles.md), [military parade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-parade.md), mock-ups [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/49.md) ### 50. Jason Chaffetz Resignation Rumors, Family Threats (2:49:02–2:52:25) An anonymous source claims that Congressman Jason Chaffetz is resigning not to run for governor, but because his family has received graphic threats of violence. The source suggests Chaffetz "crossed Hillary" and is now on a "hit list." The hosts discuss the lack of security for representatives outside of Washington D.C. and compare the situation to Ross Perot's 1992 withdrawal. Keywords: [jason chaffetz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-chaffetz.md), [utah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utah.md), [resignation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resignation.md), [threats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/threats.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/50.md) ### 51. Potential Conservative Media Network, Roger Ailes and Bill O'Reilly (2:52:26–2:55:18) Rumors circulate about the formation of a new conservative media network featuring Bill O'Reilly and Roger Ailes, potentially involving Glenn Beck's "The Blaze." The hosts speculate that O'Reilly and Ailes have the capital to front such a venture and could draw stars like Sean Hannity away from a "wounded" Fox News. Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [roger ailes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-ailes.md), [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [the blaze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-blaze.md), [media rumors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-rumors.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/51.md) ### 52. No Agenda Outro, Episode 925 Sign-off, End-of-Show Mix (2:55:19–3:03:16) Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak conclude episode 925, looking forward to the next broadcast from Curry's new home. They sign off with their traditional "Adios Mofos" and "In the Morning" greetings. The episode ends with a montage of clips featuring Jordan Peterson, Bill Nye, and various show memes. 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