# Rasiss > Nuclear tensions escalate in North Korea while Google faces an internal crisis over gender memos and the global financial system braces for a bond market correction. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 954 - **Published:** 2017-08-11 - **Length:** 2h 55m - **Topics:** [North Korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [James Damore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-damore.md), Narcan parties, Cobalt mining, [Alan Greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [Border wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-wall.md), [Havana Syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/havana-syndrome.md) - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss ## About this episode The Defense Intelligence Agency reports that North Korea has successfully miniaturized nuclear warheads for its intercontinental ballistic missiles, potentially placing cities like Chicago within strike range. While President Trump issues warnings of fire and fury, former State Department official Steve Pieczenik suggests these threats are a psychological operation aimed at China regarding the Bhutan border standoff. Republican Senator John McCain and Democrat Dianne Feinstein remain at odds over the administration's aggressive rhetoric as the Guam missile threat looms. In the corporate world, Google fired engineer James Damore following his internal memo on biological gender differences, sparking a massive debate on identity politics and censorship. Meanwhile, London Mayor Sadiq Khan is pressuring YouTube to remove videos linked to knife crime, and the Army Corps of Engineers has begun clearing the National Butterfly Center in South Texas for border wall construction. Financial warnings from Alan Greenspan suggest a bond market collapse is imminent, while Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces scrutiny over currency reforms that critics claim were designed to stifle political opposition. In the tech sector, Uber drivers are reportedly manipulating surge pricing algorithms by logging out of the app in coordinated groups. This session features a breakdown of the Lazarus party phenomenon where Maryland officials are placing Narcan in elementary schools to combat intentional overdoses. The hosts also dissect the human cost of electric vehicles, citing reports of child labor in Congo cobalt mines used for Tesla batteries. Guest appearances include insights into the InfoWars production environment and a deep dive into the communist lineage of Magnitsky Act architect Bill Browder. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/transcript.md. ### 1. North Korea Miniaturized Nuclear Warhead Intelligence Assessment (0:00–6:10) U.S. intelligence officials from the Defense Intelligence Agency report that North Korea has successfully produced a miniaturized nuclear warhead capable of fitting inside its intercontinental ballistic missiles. Media coverage highlights that these missiles could potentially reach the U.S. mainland, including cities like Chicago. Republican Senator John McCain and Democrat Dianne Feinstein offer conflicting views on President Trump's "fire and fury" rhetoric regarding the escalating threat. Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [nuclear warhead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-warhead.md), [icbm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icbm.md), defense intelligence agency, [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Steve Pieczenik, China-India Border Dispute in Bhutan (6:10–14:27) Former State Department official Steve Pieczenik claims that President Trump's warnings to North Korea are actually a coded message to China regarding its border standoff with India in Bhutan. Pieczenik, a specialist in psychological warfare, suggests the mainstream media is ignoring the hydroelectric interests and military tensions in the Bhutanese waterway. The discussion also touches on Pieczenik's history as a co-author for Tom Clancy and his recent appearances on the Alex Jones show. Keywords: [steve pieczenik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-pieczenik.md), bhutan, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [psychological warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychological-warfare.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Queen Elizabeth Decree, Prince Charles Succession Bypass (14:27–20:25) Reports suggest Queen Elizabeth II has issued a decree to bypass Prince Charles in the line of succession in favor of Prince William. This move follows renewed public interest in Princess Diana's death and allegations that Charles orchestrated tabloid attacks against his own sons, William and Harry. The lack of mainstream U.S. media coverage on this royal development is contrasted with the saturation of Trump-related news. Keywords: [queen elizabeth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queen-elizabeth.md), [prince charles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prince-charles.md), [prince william](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prince-william.md), [princess diana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/princess-diana.md), [monarchy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monarchy.md), mercury news [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/3.md) ### 4. Alex Jones Show Appearance, Thin Shaming Backlash (20:26–26:23) A host describes the experience of guest-hosting for Alex Jones, noting a significant amount of negative feedback and "thin shaming" from Twitter users. The segment details the chaotic production environment at InfoWars and the physical tics developed during the broadcast. Plans are discussed for a future four-hour stint filling in for Jones, potentially featuring guests like Roger Stone and Steve Pieczenik. Keywords: [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [infowars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infowars.md), thin shaming, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [roger stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-stone.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Narcan Parties, Opioid Crisis Public Relations (26:24–31:02) Emergency workers in Maryland and Ohio report the rise of "Narcan parties" or "Lazarus parties," where drug users intentionally overdose on heroin with the safety net of the overdose-reversal drug. Local officials in Montgomery County, Maryland, have passed legislation to place Narcan in all elementary, middle, and high schools. Skepticism is raised regarding whether these news reports serve as a form of native advertising for pharmaceutical companies. Keywords: [narcan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/narcan.md), lazarus party, [heroin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heroin.md), [opioid crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opioid-crisis.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [maryland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maryland.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Gardasil HPV Vaccine Commercials, Social Justice Parody (31:03–35:21) A critique of Gardasil vaccine advertisements focuses on the emotional appeals made by actors portraying children blaming their parents for future cancer diagnoses. The discussion highlights the lack of HPV testing for men and the aggressive marketing tactics used by pharmaceutical companies. A parody advertisement is played that mocks "Social Justice Warrior" culture by substituting "swollen amygdala" for medical conditions. Keywords: [gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [hpv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [merck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merck.md), [social justice warrior](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice-warrior.md), [creative commons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/creative-commons.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Beanie Coin Cryptocurrency Development, Bitcoin Fork (35:24–39:11) Progress is reported on "Beanie Coin," a proposed cryptocurrency for the No Agenda listener network intended to create a merchant ecosystem. Meanwhile, mainstream financial reporting on CNBC regarding the Bitcoin "fork" into Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash is criticized for being technically shallow. The hosts explore the potential for a "Curry Coin" to target the Indian market following recent currency reforms. Keywords: [beanie coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beanie-coin.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [bitcoin cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin-cash.md), [cryptocurrency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cryptocurrency.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [fintech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fintech.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/7.md) ### 8. India Currency Reform, Sri Lanka Dengue Outbreak (39:12–42:44) Reports from travelers indicate that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's removal of high-value cash from circulation was a tactic to thwart political opposition. In Sri Lanka, a severe outbreak of dengue fever is reportedly overwhelming hospitals, though it receives little international aid or media attention. A medical warning is issued against taking aspirin for dengue fever due to the risk of hemorrhaging. Keywords: [narendra modi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/narendra-modi.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [sri lanka](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sri-lanka.md), [dengue fever](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dengue-fever.md), [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [aspirin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspirin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Havana Syndrome Acoustic Attacks, State Department Spokespeople (42:45–47:15) U.S. Embassy personnel in Havana, Cuba, have reportedly suffered permanent hearing loss following suspected acoustic attacks. The discussion shifts to the career trajectories of State Department spokespeople Heather Nauert and Marie Harf, who have both transitioned into roles at Fox News. The hosts critique the deteriorating quality of political analysis on cable news programs like "The Five." Keywords: [havana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/havana.md), [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), acoustic attack, [heather nauert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heather-nauert.md), [marie harf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marie-harf.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Google Diversity Memo, James Damore Firing (47:16–55:32) Google engineer James Damore was fired after authoring a ten-page internal memo titled "Google's Ideological Echo Chamber," which discussed biological differences between men and women in tech. Media coverage of the memo is criticized for misrepresenting Damore's arguments as claims of female inferiority. The incident is compared to the premise of the movie "Jerry Maguire," where a memo leads to immediate termination. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [james damore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-damore.md), diversity memo, [biology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biology.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [rebecca jarvis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebecca-jarvis.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Identity Politics, Censorship of Classic Literature (55:33–59:44) The discussion explores the rise of identity politics and its influence on the Democratic Party, specifically regarding "fat millennials" and gender activists. Concerns are raised about "digital book burning" as classic works like Huckleberry Finn and the Hardy Boys are removed from reading lists due to modern sensitivities. The CEO of YouTube is criticized for her public comments about explaining the Google memo to her daughter. Keywords: [identity politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-politics.md), [huckleberry finn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/huckleberry-finn.md), [mark twain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-twain.md), [book burning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-burning.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/11.md) ### 12. No Agenda Producer Credits, Canadian Currency Parity (59:45–1:07:07) The hosts acknowledge top donors and executive producers, including Teagan Murray and Sir John of South London. A special promotion is mentioned where Canadian donations are accepted at parity with the U.S. dollar despite the exchange rate. The segment also credits NickTheRat for the episode's artwork and explains the "value-for-value" funding model of the podcast. Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [associate executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producer.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/12.md) ### 13. The View, Electoral College Abolition Debate (1:07:09–1:13:33) Clips from "The View" feature Michael Moore and Whoopi Goldberg arguing for the abolition of the Electoral College, citing that Democrats have won the popular vote in six of the last seven elections. The hosts mock the suggestion of celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Tom Hanks, or Michelle Obama running for president in 2020. The discussion highlights the shift toward identity politics as a primary strategy for the Democratic Party. Keywords: [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [michael moore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-moore.md), [whoopi goldberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whoopi-goldberg.md), [electoral college](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electoral-college.md), [popular vote](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/popular-vote.md), [al franken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-franken.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Definition of Identity Politics, Fringe Group Influence (1:13:35–1:16:49) A formal definition of identity politics is examined, describing it as a tendency for people of specific religions or races to form exclusive political alliances. The hosts argue that this focus allows extreme members of fringe groups to dominate party discourse. Observations are shared regarding the state of the Democratic Party and its perceived disarray following the 2016 election. Keywords: [identity politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-politics.md), [sociology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sociology.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), fringe groups, [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), piercings [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Transgender Youth, Bay Area Rainbow Day Camp (1:16:50–1:21:51) A report on the Bay Area Rainbow Day Camp in El Cerrito, California, details programs for transgender and "gender creative" children aged 4 to 12. Psychologists from UCSF provide guidelines for parents on identifying gender dysphoria in toddlers, such as preferences for certain clothing or toys. The hosts express concern over the "demasculinization" of young males and characterize the early medicalization of gender as child abuse. Keywords: [transgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender.md), rainbow day camp, [el cerrito](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/el-cerrito.md), [child psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-psychology.md), [gender dysphoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-dysphoria.md), [ucsf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ucsf.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Vegan Activism, Sexism in Dairy Production (1:21:52–1:23:23) Vegan activists are promoting the idea that consuming cheese and dairy is an act of sexism because female cows are "forcibly impregnated" on what they term "rape racks." The segment mocks the extreme rhetoric used by animal rights groups to discourage the consumption of yogurt and milk. Keywords: [veganism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veganism.md), [dairy industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dairy-industry.md), [peta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peta.md), [sexism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexism.md), [animal rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animal-rights.md), [milk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milk.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Awkward Commercial Segues, Audio Editing Techniques (1:23:24–1:25:56) The hosts discuss a humorous and awkward transition between a Domino's Pizza commercial and a gynecological health ad. This leads to a technical discussion on audio editing, where the hosts share tips on using transition words like "and" to seamlessly cut long lectures or interviews. Keywords: [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [radio production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radio-production.md), [audio editing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-editing.md), [domino's pizza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domino-s-pizza.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/17.md) ### 18. Paul Manafort FBI Raid, Media Timing Manipulation (1:25:57–1:29:23) Media outlets are criticized for reporting a July 26 FBI raid on Paul Manafort's home as if it were breaking news two weeks after the event occurred. The hosts analyze how news organizations "slip in" the actual date of the raid while using dramatic language to make it feel immediate. The timing is linked to the ongoing special counsel investigation led by Robert Mueller. Keywords: [paul manafort](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-manafort.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [search warrant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-warrant.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [roger stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-stone.md), [russia investigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-investigation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Guam Missile Threat, Rex Tillerson Diplomacy (1:29:23–1:35:22) North Korea has threatened to launch missiles toward the U.S. territory of Guam by mid-August in response to President Trump's "fire and fury" comments. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson attempted to de-escalate the situation by telling Americans to "sleep well at night," while international leaders in Germany and New Zealand criticized the saber-rattling. Senator John McCain is noted for his consistent presence in these news cycles. Keywords: [guam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guam.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [fire and fury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fire-and-fury.md), [pyongyang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyongyang.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/19.md) ### 20. North Korea Military Reality, Drought and Old Technology (1:35:23–1:38:24) A retired Colonel on Fox News provides a reality check on North Korean military capabilities, describing their missiles as 1970s-era liquid fuel rockets. He notes that the country is currently suffering from a severe drought and cannot adequately feed its own troops. The assessment suggests that the threat is being overestimated by the media and the Trump administration. Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [colin powell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colin-powell.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [military technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-technology.md), [drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drought.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/20.md) ### 21. JASM-ER Missile Sales, Military-Industrial Marketing (1:38:24–1:43:23) NBC News reports on the potential use of the JASM-ER (Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile) against North Korea, which the hosts interpret as a marketing push for defense contractors. Sales of these $1.4 million missiles are currently being finalized for Poland and South Korea. The segment highlights the historical connection between news organizations like NBC and industrial giants like General Electric. Keywords: jasm-er, [lockheed martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockheed-martin.md), [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [general electric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-electric.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Tucker Carlson, Climate Change Consensus Debate (1:43:23–1:48:24) Tucker Carlson interviews a blogger from Climate Progress regarding Bill Nye's comments about waiting for older climate deniers to die. During the segment, Carlson appears to concede that humans burning fossil fuels are a primary cause of global warming, which the hosts find surprising. The discussion critiques the use of the word "denier" as a political tool to delegitimize scientific debate. Keywords: [tucker carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carson.md), [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [fossil fuels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fossil-fuels.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [center for american progress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/center-for-american-progress.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/22.md) ### 23. Sea Level Data, Paris Accord Reporting Flaws (1:48:25–1:50:57) A listener from North Carolina reports that local sea level measurements have remained unchanged for 20 years, contradicting global warming narratives. Simultaneously, a BBC investigation reveals that countries like Italy, India, and China are submitting fraudulent or highly uncertain greenhouse gas data to the UN. These reporting flaws are cited as a greater threat to the Paris Climate Agreement than the U.S. withdrawal. Keywords: [sea level](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-level.md), [north carolina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-carolina.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [paris accord](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-accord.md), [greenhouse gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenhouse-gas.md), [carbon emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-emissions.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Cobalt Mining, Human Cost of Electric Vehicles (1:50:58–1:52:23) The "Big Oil" lobby is reportedly highlighting the human cost of electric vehicle production, specifically the use of child labor in Congo's cobalt mines. Reports from the Daily Mail show children as young as four working in squalid conditions to extract minerals for lithium-ion batteries. The hosts discuss this as a counter-meme against the clean energy movement. Keywords: [cobalt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cobalt.md), [congo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congo.md), [electric cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-cars.md), [child labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-labor.md), [daily mail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-mail.md), [clean energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-energy.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Elon Musk, Tesla Model 3 Launch Criticism (1:52:23–2:01:03) Tech investor Jason Calacanis is criticized for his "elitist" shilling of the new Tesla Model 3 on CNBC, comparing it to the iPhone. The hosts discuss the practical limitations of electric cars, such as "white-knuckle" range anxiety and the lack of charging infrastructure. A comparison is made to the Chevy Volt, which the hosts prefer due to its backup gasoline engine. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md), [model 3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/model-3.md), [chevy volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [autonomous driving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-driving.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/25.md) ### 26. Maxine Waters, Alan Dershowitz Racism Allegations (2:01:04–2:05:03) Congresswoman Maxine Waters labeled Harvard Law professor Alan Dershowitz a racist after he questioned the ethnic and racial makeup of the Washington D.C. grand jury impaneled for the Russia investigation. Dershowitz responded by citing his lifelong involvement in the civil rights movement and arguing that being black does not grant a license to level false accusations of racism. Keywords: [maxine waters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maxine-waters.md), [alan dershowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-dershowitz.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [grand jury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grand-jury.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [civil rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-rights.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/26.md) ### 27. No Agenda Meetup, Sacramento Train Trip (2:05:05–2:14:02) Details are finalized for a No Agenda listener meetup in Sacramento, California, featuring a visit to the California State Railroad Museum and a gathering at the Fat City Bar. One host plans to travel via the Amtrak California Zephyr and encourages listeners to document their journeys on social media. The segment includes birthday wishes and "karma" requests for various producers. Keywords: [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), california state railroad museum, fat city bar, [amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zephyr.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Wine Investment, 29th Anniversary Celebration (2:14:03–2:19:58) A host shares details of a 29th wedding anniversary dinner featuring a 1988 bottle of Lynch-Bages Bordeaux. The discussion covers the financial benefits of buying and holding high-end wines, such as Chateau Margaux, and provides recommendations for the 2015 and 2016 vintages. The segment concludes with the announcement of a new baronet, Sir Robert Clayson. Keywords: [bordeaux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bordeaux.md), lynch-bages, chateau margaux, wine investment, [anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anniversary.md), double magnum [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Border Wall Construction, National Butterfly Center (2:19:59–2:22:15) The Army Corps of Engineers has begun clearing land in South Texas for the border wall, starting with the National Butterfly Center. Environmentalists and scientists are protesting the destruction of habitat vital to the monarch butterfly and other endangered species like the ocelot. Lawsuits are expected as the construction moves through nature preserves rather than private ranchland. Keywords: [border wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-wall.md), national butterfly center, [south texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-texas.md), [monarch butterfly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monarch-butterfly.md), [endangered species](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endangered-species.md), [eminent domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eminent-domain.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Bill Browder, Magnitsky Act Family History (2:22:15–2:24:38) The family history of Bill Browder, the financier behind the Magnitsky Act, is examined, revealing that his grandfather Earl Browder was a personal representative for Joseph Stalin in the U.S. for 20 years. The hosts discuss the potential influence of this communist lineage on Browder's business dealings and subsequent expulsion from Russia. Keywords: [bill browder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-browder.md), earl browder, [joseph stalin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-stalin.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [magnitsky act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/magnitsky-act.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/30.md) ### 31. London Knife Crime, YouTube Censorship Demands (2:24:38–2:28:49) London Mayor Sadiq Khan is calling on Google and YouTube to toughen their guidelines and immediately remove videos that the police claim incite violence, specifically related to the city's knife crime epidemic. The hosts view this as a sign of impending internet censorship and the end of the "golden age" of free speech. The segment also explores the etymology of the phrase "currying favor." Keywords: [sadiq khan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sadiq-khan.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [knife crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knife-crime.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Alan Greenspan, Global Bond Market Collapse Warning (2:28:50–2:33:48) Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan warns that abnormally low interest rates are unsustainable and that a rapid correction is inevitable. He compares the current economic climate to the market crashes of 1857 and 1937. The hosts predict a significant market downturn before 2018, potentially leading to widespread social unrest and "riots in the street." Keywords: [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [bond market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bond-market.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [economic crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-crash.md), [1857](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1857.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Homelessness Crisis, Tent Cities in San Francisco (2:33:49–2:36:26) The homelessness crisis in San Francisco and Berkeley has escalated, with large tent cities appearing under freeway overpasses. The hosts criticize "do-gooder" organizations for providing tents and Narcan rather than addressing the root causes of the problem. The situation is described as a "band-aid" approach to a systemic societal failure. Keywords: [homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [tent cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tent-cities.md), [band-aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/band-aid.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/33.md) ### 34. CIA Recruitment, Alexei Navalny Russian Campaign (2:36:27–2:44:48) CBS News coverage of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is scrutinized after the reporting crew was photographed and labeled as foreign agents by Russian bloggers. The discussion delves into the "Catholics In Action" nickname for the CIA and claims that former CIA Director John Brennan served as a "handler" for Barack Obama before his presidency. Keywords: [alexei navalny](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexei-navalny.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/34.md) ### 35. AI Limitations, Uber Driver Surge Pricing Hack (2:44:48–2:48:57) The limitations of current AI and LIDAR systems are highlighted by their inability to reliably distinguish stop signs from speed limit signs. In a separate tech story, Uber drivers are reportedly "hacking" the company's algorithm by logging out simultaneously to trigger surge pricing. The segment also mentions Dunkin' Donuts' plan to rebrand simply as "Dunkin'." Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [lidar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lidar.md), [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md), [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), [surge pricing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surge-pricing.md), [dunkin donuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dunkin-donuts.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Cultural Rot, No Agenda Outro (2:48:58–2:55:54) The show concludes with a critique of PBS analysts David Brooks and Mark Shields for their "cultural rot" commentary regarding the Trump administration. The hosts sign off from Austin and Northern Silicon Valley, teasing a future "No Agenda Tents" project for the predicted economic Armageddon. The episode ends with a musical montage featuring "Fish in the Street." 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