# Sologamy

> A global ransomware outbreak collides with the dismissal of James Comey while the rise of self-marriage kits signals a new era of cultural individualism.

- **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md)
- **Episode:** 929
- **Published:** 2017-05-14
- **Length:** 3h 7m
- **Topics:** WannaCry, [James Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), Sologamy, [Jeff Sessions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-sessions.md), [Eurovision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision.md), Gray Death, [THAAD](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thaad.md)
- **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy

## About this episode

Portugal secured a historic victory at the 2017 Eurovision Song Contest in Kyiv as the global community grappled with the fallout of the WannaCry ransomware attack. The malware, which utilized tools allegedly stolen from the National Security Agency by the Shadow Brokers, crippled the UK National Health Service and hit Russia's Interior Ministry. This intersection of geopolitical theater and digital warfare highlights the fragility of international infrastructure and the dangers of government-developed cyberweapons leaking to criminal actors.

President Donald Trump signed a cybersecurity executive order mandating the NIST framework just as the dismissal of FBI Director James Comey triggered comparisons to the Watergate scandal. In the aftermath, media figures like Mika Brzezinski and Adam Schiff alleged a White House cover-up, while reports surfaced of Congressional interest in the 25th Amendment. Simultaneously, Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a memo reinstating mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses, reversing Obama-era reforms. This shift occurs as the gray death synthetic opioid crisis escalates in Indiana and U.S. troops from the 82nd Airborne Division stage in Kuwait for a potential Afghanistan buildup.

Cultural shifts take center stage through the rise of sologamy and self-marriage kits, alongside the bizarre trend of rental families in Japan. The Social Security Administration confirms Emma and Noah as the top baby names of 2017, while a host laments the fragility of an iPad Mini screen after a minor drop. The episode concludes with a look at the SiriusXM Beatles channel and a knighting ceremony for Sir Ewan of Ramen Noodles.

## Chapters

Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/transcript.md.

### 1. Eurovision Song Contest 2017, Portugal Victory and Geopolitics (0:00–6:16)

Portugal won the 2017 Eurovision Song Contest held in Kyiv, Ukraine, with a non-traditional ballad that stood out from the typical pop entries. Analysis of the event suggests that while Google trending stats predicted a win for Bulgaria, the professional jury and televoting system favored the Portuguese entry. The competition remains a significant geopolitical display where voting patterns often reflect regional alliances between Scandinavian, Baltic, and Slavic nations.

Keywords: [eurovision song contest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurovision-song-contest.md), [portugal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portugal.md), [bulgaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bulgaria.md), salvador sobral, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [voting blocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting-blocks.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/1.md)

### 2. iPad Mini Screen Damage, Fragility of Modern Electronics (6:18–8:04)

A host describes dropping an iPad Mini onto the metal base of a stool, resulting in a shattered screen despite the room being carpeted. The incident prompts a critique of modern electronic design, specifically the fragility of glass displays compared to the potential of flexible OLED technology. There is a suggestion that manufacturers maintain delicate designs to encourage frequent device replacements.

Keywords: ipad mini, [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [oled](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oled.md), screen repair, [planned obsolescence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/planned-obsolescence.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/2.md)

### 3. Mother's Day Microaggressions, Social Justice Etiquette (8:05–9:01)

A brief discussion addresses the modern social pressure to avoid microaggressions on Mother's Day, particularly regarding individuals who may be "motherless." The conversation satirizes the extension of pronoun culture and social justice warrior etiquette into traditional holiday greetings.

Keywords: [mother's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-s-day.md), [microaggression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microaggression.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md), [political correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md), [pronouns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pronouns.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/3.md)

### 4. Popular Baby Names 2017, Seth and Theodore (9:02–17:24)

The Social Security Administration's list of popular baby names for 2017 shows Emma and Noah holding the top spots, influenced heavily by celebrities like Emma Watson and Noah Wyle. A debate ensues over the name "Theodore" (Theo) for a host's new grandchild, alongside confusion over the rising popularity of the name "Mason," which is jokingly attributed to the resurgence of Mason jars.

Keywords: [baby names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baby-names.md), [seth rich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seth-rich.md), emma watson, noah wiley, mason jar, social security administration

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/4.md)

### 5. Trump Cybersecurity Executive Order, NIST Framework (17:25–19:54)

President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at hardening federal networks and critical infrastructure against cyberattacks from nation-state actors. The order mandates that agency heads follow the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and emphasizes reporting requirements to identify systemic risks. Critics argue that publishing security protocols may inadvertently provide a roadmap for adversaries.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), [nist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nist.md), [information technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/information-technology.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/5.md)

### 6. WannaCry Ransomware, NSA Shadow Brokers Leak (19:54–26:00)

The WannaCry ransomware attack exploited vulnerabilities in Windows software using tools allegedly stolen from the National Security Agency (NSA) by a group known as the Shadow Brokers. The malware crippled the UK's National Health Service (NHS) and affected systems in over 70 countries, including Russia's Interior Ministry. The incident highlights the danger of government-developed cyberweapons being leaked and repurposed by criminals.

Keywords: wannacry, [ransomware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ransomware.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [shadow brokers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shadow-brokers.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), eternalblue

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/6.md)

### 7. MalwareTech, Microsoft Patching and Cyber Maps (26:01–32:11)

A security researcher known as MalwareTech gained prominence for discovering a "kill switch" for the WannaCry ransomware, though the focus remains on the lack of patches for legacy systems like Windows XP. Discussion centers on the visual representation of cyberattacks through interactive maps, specifically criticizing the "Norse Mode" animations as being more for show than actual data analysis.

Keywords: malwaretech, marcus hutchins, [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [windows xp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-xp.md), norse mode

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/7.md)

### 8. James Comey Firing, Watergate Comparisons (32:12–36:15)

The dismissal of FBI Director James Comey by President Trump has triggered widespread comparisons to the 1973 "Saturday Night Massacre" during the Watergate scandal. Former CIA official Philip Mudd and other analysts argue the firing represents a constitutional crisis, while the President's supporters view it as a legitimate exercise of executive authority.

Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md), [richard nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md), [philip mudd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philip-mudd.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/8.md)

### 9. 25th Amendment, Congressional Impeachment Speculation (36:16–38:24)

Reports suggest members of Congress are privately discussing the 25th Amendment as a mechanism to remove President Trump from office if he is deemed unable to discharge his duties. This amendment, ratified in 1967, allows the Vice President and a majority of the Cabinet to initiate the removal process, a move historically associated with physical or mental incapacity.

Keywords: [25th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/25th-amendment.md), [impeachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/impeachment.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [lyndon johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyndon-johnson.md), [constitutional law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/9.md)

### 10. Media Rhetoric, Democracy and Clarion Calls (38:25–42:22)

Media commentators like Jason Johnson have characterized the current political climate as the "death of democracy," using "clarion call" rhetoric to demand independent investigations into the Trump administration. The discussion analyzes the use of hyperbolic language in cable news and the framing of the Comey firing as a threat to the functioning of the republic.

Keywords: [jason johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-johnson.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), hyperbole, [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/10.md)

### 11. Bob Schieffer, JFK Assassination and Conspiracy Memes (42:24–44:42)

Veteran journalist Bob Schieffer compared the current political unrest to the aftermath of the Kennedy assassination, suggesting that a trial for Lee Harvey Oswald would have prevented modern conspiracy theories. This commentary is analyzed as part of a broader media effort to link current events to historical national traumas.

Keywords: [bob schieffer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-schieffer.md), [lee harvey oswald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lee-harvey-oswald.md), [jfk assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jfk-assassination.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/11.md)

### 12. Morning Joe, Mika Brzezinski Cover-Up Claims (44:44–50:00)

Mika Brzezinski of MSNBC's Morning Joe claimed that a "cover-up" is the definitive premise for all future reporting on the Trump administration regarding Russia. The segment highlights a potential teleprompter error during her broadcast and criticizes the media's shift from reporting facts to assuming guilt based on "extraordinary ineptitude" within the White House.

Keywords: [mika brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mika-brzezinski.md), [joe scarborough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-scarborough.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [morning joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-joe.md), [russia investigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-investigation.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/12.md)

### 13. Constitutional Crisis, Treason Allegations (50:00–53:59)

A montage of news coverage illustrates the media's use of terms like "grotesque abuse of power" and "dark day for democracy" following the Comey firing. Senator Kamala Harris and others have questioned the legality of the President's actions, with some activists and commentators escalating the rhetoric to include allegations of treason.

Keywords: [treason](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treason.md), [constitutional crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-crisis.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [media montage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-montage.md), [trump university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-university.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/13.md)

### 14. Lavrov Oval Office Meeting, Press Access (54:00–55:23)

President Trump's meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Ambassador Sergey Kislyak in the Oval Office drew criticism because the American press was barred while a Russian state photographer was permitted. Joy Behar and other media figures labeled the exclusion of U.S. journalists as "un-American," while the White House defended the meeting as standard diplomatic practice.

Keywords: [sergey lavrov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergey-lavrov.md), [sergey kislyak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergey-kislyak.md), [oval office](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oval-office.md), russian press, tass

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/14.md)

### 15. Adam Schiff, Russian Spy Master and Android Security (55:24–1:02:17)

Congressman Adam Schiff appeared on Bill Maher's program to discuss the security implications of Ambassador Kislyak's presence in the White House and the President's continued use of an Android phone. Schiff argued that the lack of a Democratic check on the executive branch necessitates a shift in Congressional power during the upcoming midterms.

Keywords: [adam schiff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-schiff.md), [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [sergey kislyak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergey-kislyak.md), [android](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/15.md)

### 16. FBI Resources, Global Investigation Scope (1:02:18–1:05:31)

Adam Schiff noted that the House Intelligence Committee operates with a small staff and relies heavily on the FBI's global resources to conduct the Russia investigation. He emphasized that the FBI has thousands of agents worldwide, making their cooperation essential for a "mammoth undertaking" of this scale.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [adam schiff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-schiff.md), [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-committee.md), [resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resources.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/16.md)

### 17. Sally Yates Testimony, Fulsome Word Usage (1:05:32–1:11:44)

During her Senate testimony, former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates repeatedly used the word "fulsome" to describe her intended answers. This sparked a linguistic debate regarding the word's traditional meaning of "offensive to good taste" versus its modern, often misused sense of "abundant" or "comprehensive."

Keywords: [sally yates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sally-yates.md), fulsome, brian garner, [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/17.md)

### 18. Ice Cream Gate, Time Magazine White House Dinner (1:11:43–1:13:19)

A Time magazine profile of President Trump's dinner habits revealed that he was served two scoops of vanilla ice cream while his guests received only one. The media coverage of this detail is criticized as a form of "fat shaming" and an example of trivial reporting during a period of significant political news.

Keywords: [time magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-magazine.md), [ice cream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice-cream.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [fat shaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fat-shaming.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/18.md)

### 19. No Agenda Executive Producers, Custom Furniture Story (1:13:20–1:20:47)

The show acknowledges top donors, including Grand Duke Dwayne Melanson and Scott Moore. Moore shared a personal story of building a custom furniture company from a 400-square-foot garage while listening to the podcast, eventually growing it into a high-end manufacturing facility.

Keywords: [dwayne melanson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwayne-melanson.md), scott moore, custom furniture, [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/19.md)

### 20. George Soros, Nazi Occupation Interview Clip (1:20:48–1:24:21)

A recurring clip of George Soros from a 60 Minutes interview is played, where he describes the year of the German occupation of Hungary as the "happiest time" of his life. The segment highlights his role as a 14-year-old accompanying his protector in the confiscation of property from fellow Jews, which Soros characterized as an exhilarating experience.

Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [nazi occupation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi-occupation.md), [hungary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hungary.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), wealth confiscation

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/20.md)

### 21. Stephen Mader, West Virginia Non-Shooting Cop (1:24:22–1:29:54)

Officer Stephen Mader was fired from the Weirton Police Department in West Virginia after he refused to shoot a suicidal black man, R.J. Williams, who was holding an unloaded gun. Mader, a Marine veteran, determined Williams was not a threat, but a fellow officer arrived and killed Williams. Mader is now suing the department for wrongful termination, a story largely ignored by mainstream U.S. media.

Keywords: stephen mader, [west virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-virginia.md), [police shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-shooting.md), [wrongful termination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wrongful-termination.md), r.j. williams

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/21.md)

### 22. Afghanistan Troop Buildup, Kuwait Staging (1:29:54–1:30:34)

Intelligence reports from producers indicate a significant buildup of U.S. troops in Kuwait, including elements of the 82nd Airborne Division, staged for deployment into Afghanistan. Despite the scale of the movement, the hosts note a lack of mainstream media coverage regarding a potential major escalation in the Afghan conflict.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [kuwait](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kuwait.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), troop movement, [military intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-intelligence.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/22.md)

### 23. Gray Death Drug, Synthetic Opioid Crisis (1:30:34–1:32:56)

A dangerous new drug cocktail known as "gray death" has appeared in Indiana, combining heroin, fentanyl, and carfentanil. The substance is so potent that it can be absorbed through the skin or inhaled, posing a lethal risk to first responders. This synthetic opioid crisis is contrasted with traditional heroin production.

Keywords: gray death, [fentanyl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fentanyl.md), carfentanil, [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/23.md)

### 24. Jeff Sessions, War on Crime and Mandatory Minimums (1:32:57–1:40:07)

Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a memo directing federal prosecutors to seek the toughest possible charges and mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses. This policy reverses Obama-era reforms intended to reduce the federal prison population. Critics point to the profit motives of private prisons and the reliance on inmate labor as underlying drivers for these harsher sentencing guidelines.

Keywords: [jeff sessions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-sessions.md), [mandatory minimums](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mandatory-minimums.md), [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), drug sentencing, [prison labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prison-labor.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/24.md)

### 25. Opioid Epidemic, Drug Czar Debate on PBS (1:40:09–1:49:22)

Former drug czars Gil Kerlikowske and John Walters discussed the accelerating death toll from synthetic opioids on PBS NewsHour. They noted that fentanyl and heroin are now killing more Americans annually than gun violence and car accidents combined. The discussion highlights the shift from prescription pill abuse to criminally produced synthetics often sourced from international organizations.

Keywords: [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [gil kerlikowske](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gil-kerlikowske.md), john walters, [fentanyl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fentanyl.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/25.md)

### 26. Afghanistan Poppy Harvest, Heroin Legalization Theory (1:49:22–1:57:09)

A theory is proposed that the U.S. military presence in Afghanistan is tied to the annual poppy harvest and the global heroin trade. The argument suggests that legalizing high-quality, low-cost natural heroin would eliminate the market for deadly synthetic opioids like fentanyl, though such a move is politically unfeasible under the current administration.

Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [poppy harvest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppy-harvest.md), [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), [legalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legalization.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/26.md)

### 27. South Korea THAAD Missile Defense Controversy (1:57:10–2:00:24)

Newly elected South Korean President Moon Jae-in is facing pressure from his party to reconsider or suspend the deployment of the U.S.-made THAAD missile defense system. The deployment has caused significant friction with China and Russia, and controversy has intensified following President Trump's suggestion that South Korea should pay for the $1 billion system.

Keywords: [thaad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thaad.md), [moon jae-in](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-jae-in.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/27.md)

### 28. North Korea Missile Tests, UN Sanctions (2:00:26–2:05:19)

North Korea conducted another ballistic missile test from its Kusang facility, defying United Nations bans. In response, the DPRK sent a rare letter of protest to the U.S. House of Representatives regarding new sanctions aimed at cutting off crude oil imports and international shipping, which the North views as an act of war.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [ballistic missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ballistic-missiles.md), un sanctions, [dprk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dprk.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/28.md)

### 29. SiriusXM Beatles Channel, Radio Format Changes (2:05:20–2:06:57)

SiriusXM announced the launch of a dedicated Beatles channel, prompting a discussion on the redundancy of all-Beatles formats in modern radio. The hosts recall historical instances where stations would switch to 24/7 Beatles music during ownership transitions or format flips.

Keywords: [siriusxm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siriusxm.md), [the beatles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-beatles.md), [radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radio.md), channel 80, music programming

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/29.md)

### 30. Mother's Day Donations, No Agenda Community (2:07:02–2:14:35)

The show processes a series of Mother's Day-themed donations, with listeners sending in tributes to their wives and mothers. The segment reinforces the "value-for-value" model of the show, where listeners provide financial support in exchange for the content provided.

Keywords: [mother's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-s-day.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/30.md)

### 31. Knighting Ceremony, Sir Ewan of Ramen Noodles (2:14:38–2:16:08)

Ewan Robertson is knighted as "Sir Ewan of Ramen Noodles" after contributing over $1,000 to the program. The ceremony includes the traditional reading of the "knights' menu," a humorous list of vices and rewards associated with the show's honorary titles.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), ewan robertson, [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [ceremony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceremony.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/31.md)

### 32. Tucker Carlson, Breastfeeding and Gender Politics (2:16:08–2:22:52)

Tucker Carlson interviewed a magazine editor regarding a study claiming that calling breastfeeding "natural" is unethical because it reinforces gender roles. The segment critiques the intrusion of gender politics into parenting decisions and suggests that such controversies are often manufactured to create media engagement.

Keywords: [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [breastfeeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breastfeeding.md), [gender politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-politics.md), third-wave feminism, [formula](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/formula.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/32.md)

### 33. Third-Wave Feminism, University Gender Studies (2:22:53–2:27:01)

The "Third Wave of Feminism" is defined as an movement focused on "educating" men—specifically white, straight, cisgender men—about systemic inequality and the "patriarchy." This academic shift is contrasted with the first wave (suffragettes) and the second wave (1960s-70s liberation), with critics viewing the current phase as more about lecturing than equality.

Keywords: third-wave feminism, [gender studies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-studies.md), [patriarchy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriarchy.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/33.md)

### 34. Confederate Rug Confrontation, Portland Store Video (2:27:01–2:31:05)

A woman in Portland, Oregon, filmed herself confronting store employees over a rug featuring a Confederate flag design. The incident, which went viral, resulted in the store management apologizing and considering disciplinary action for the employees, while the woman claimed she was "attacked" and felt the need to "educate" the staff.

Keywords: [confederate flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/confederate-flag.md), [portland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portland.md), heather franklin, [viral video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-video.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/34.md)

### 35. Poverty Appropriation, Social Justice Advocates (2:31:06–2:32:40)

The "tiny house movement" is being reframed by some activists as "poverty appropriation." Simultaneously, the University of Arizona has reportedly established a program for "social justice advocates" to report fellow students for bias incidents, a move critics liken to a "snitch" culture on campus.

Keywords: [tiny house movement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiny-house-movement.md), poverty appropriation, university of arizona, bias reporting

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/35.md)

### 36. HyperNormalisation, Eliza Chatbot and Selfie Culture (2:32:42–2:38:41)

Referencing Adam Curtis's documentary *HyperNormalisation*, the discussion explores how the 1960s chatbot "Eliza" revealed a human tendency to find comfort in technology that mirrors the self. This "mirroring technology" is linked to the modern "selfie generation," with the suggestion that an obsession with self-image through social media algorithms reflects a deeper societal insecurity.

Keywords: [adam curtis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curtis.md), hypernormalisation, eliza chatbot, [joseph weizenbaum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-weizenbaum.md), selfie culture

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/36.md)

### 37. Rental Families in Japan, Dog Heart Shop (2:38:42–2:41:16)

In Japan, businesses like "Rent-A-Family Inc." allow individuals to hire actors to pose as parents, spouses, or friends to satisfy strict social protocols and etiquette. Additionally, "dog rental" shops cater to citizens who cannot own pets but seek the companionship and stress relief provided by animals.

Keywords: [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), rental family, dog heart shop, [etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etiquette.md), [social norms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-norms.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/37.md)

### 38. Sologamy, Self-Marriage Kits (2:41:16–2:43:19)

"Sologamy," the practice of marrying oneself, is a growing trend popularized by pop culture. Companies now offer "self-marriage kits" that include rings, vows, and affirmation cards, catering to individuals who want to celebrate their independence and self-reliance through a formal ceremony.

Keywords: sologamy, self-marriage, [brooklyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn.md), [sex and the city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sex-and-the-city.md), i married me

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/38.md)

### 39. Laptop Ban, European Aviation Security (2:43:20–2:45:35)

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is considering extending a ban on large electronic devices in aircraft cabins to flights originating from Europe. The European Commission has sought clarification on the threat level, as the ban could significantly disrupt one of the world's busiest aviation corridors.

Keywords: [laptop ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laptop-ban.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [aviation security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-security.md), [electronics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronics.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/39.md)

### 40. United Airlines, Bathroom Access Incident (2:45:36–2:48:40)

A news report about a United Airlines passenger with a bladder condition who was allegedly forced to "pee in a cup" due to turbulence is scrutinized. The analysis suggests the passenger may have requested the cup herself after being told it was unsafe to stand, highlighting how such incidents are framed by the media to fit a negative narrative about airlines.

Keywords: [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), nicole harper, air turbulence, [fake news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-news.md), passenger rights

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/40.md)

### 41. Mike Rogers, FBI Director Search Error (2:48:41–2:50:21)

CBS News incorrectly reported that former Congressman Mike Rogers is the current head of the House Intelligence Committee while discussing him as a candidate for FBI Director. Rogers left Congress in 2015 to become a talk show host, an error that underscores a lack of fact-checking in major network news.

Keywords: [mike rogers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-rogers.md), [fbi director](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi-director.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [house intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-intelligence-committee.md), media error

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/41.md)

### 42. G7 Finance Meeting, Italy and Germany Trade (2:50:23–2:54:33)

At the G7 finance ministers' meeting in Bari, Italy, discussions focused on economic inequality and cybersecurity. Germany's Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble faced criticism for the country's massive trade surplus, while the U.S. delegation led by Steve Mnuchin was pressured to clarify President Trump's stance on protectionism and corporate tax cuts.

Keywords: [g7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g7.md), [wolfgang schäuble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolfgang-schauble.md), [steve mnuchin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-mnuchin.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), trade surplus

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/42.md)

### 43. Belt and Road Forum, Christine Lagarde Tea Speech (2:54:35–2:59:44)

IMF head Christine Lagarde gave a speech at the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing using "tea" as a metaphor for global cooperation and "new flavors" of economic growth. The hosts jokingly interpret her focus on "white tea" and "soft infrastructure" as coded language for the international drug trade and heroin routes.

Keywords: [belt and road initiative](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belt-and-road-initiative.md), [christine lagarde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-lagarde.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md), heroin code

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/43.md)

### 44. Show Outro, Mother's Day Sign-off (2:59:45–3:07:45)

The hosts conclude the episode with final Mother's Day wishes and a reminder for listeners to support the show via the value-for-value model. The segment ends with the signature "Adios mofos" sign-off and a closing music mix.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [adios mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md), [mother's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-s-day.md), [podcast outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-outro.md)

[Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/44.md)

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