# dotard > Global tensions rise as North Korea issues new insults while Facebook attempts to salvage its reputation through unprecedented transparency and collaboration with federal investigators. - **Show:** [The No Agenda Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - **Episode:** 967 - **Published:** 2017-09-24 - **Length:** 3h 14m - **Topics:** Dotard, [Facebook ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook-ads.md), [Sean Spicer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-spicer.md), Uber London, Kurdish referendum, Graham-Cassidy, Bitcoin fraud - **Web page:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard ## About this episode Kim Jong-un escalated international tensions by labeling President Donald Trump a mentally deranged dotard following the United States leader's address to the United Nations. The North Korean state media response coincided with reports of fake evacuation orders circulating among military families in South Korea and technical clarifications regarding the twenty-mile effective range of howitzer artillery systems positioned near the DMZ. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the platform will surrender 3,000 Russian-linked political ads to Congress as Special Counsel Robert Mueller seeks the handwritten notebooks of former Press Secretary Sean Spicer. Meanwhile, the Trump administration moved to dismantle restrictions on CIA drone strikes while the United Kingdom deployed SAS units with shoot-to-kill orders in the London Underground. In the corporate sector, JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dismissed Bitcoin as a fraud and London authorities revoked Uber's operating license over safety concerns. Jedidiah Bila reportedly lost her position on The View after deviating from a scripted interview with Hillary Clinton, who recently credited alternate nostril breathing for her stress management. The episode also explores the unique classification of platinum gays and the musical translation of grackles perched on Austin power lines. ## Chapters Each chapter's transcript is at its own link. The whole transcript is at https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/transcript.md. ### 1. iOS 11 Release, Streaming Protocol Issues (0:00–2:17) Apple released iOS 11, prompting a warning to wait for secondary stability releases before upgrading to avoid bricked devices. Technical difficulties with a new streaming protocol affected the live broadcast link, requiring a manual URL workaround for listeners. Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [ios 11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ios-11.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), streaming protocol, [software update](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/software-update.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/1.md) ### 2. Global Citizen Festival, Justin Trudeau Award (2:18–5:05) The Global Citizen Festival in Central Park featured performances by Green Day and an appearance by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Trudeau received a Global Citizen Award and delivered a speech condemning racism, sexism, and various forms of bigotry. Keywords: [global citizen festival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-citizen-festival.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [central park](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-park.md), [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md), [green day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-day.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/2.md) ### 3. Ken Burns Vietnam Documentary, Domino Theory (5:08–9:04) The Ken Burns Vietnam documentary explores the origins of the conflict, including early diplomatic interactions between Ho Chi Minh and Western powers at the 1919 Paris Peace Conference. The production examines the "domino theory" geopolitical strategy used by U.S. officials to justify military intervention against communism in Southeast Asia. Keywords: [ken burns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ken-burns.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [robert mcnamara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mcnamara.md), [ho chi minh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ho-chi-minh.md), [domino theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domino-theory.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/3.md) ### 4. The Handmaid's Tale Series, Dystopian Themes (9:04–14:10) The Handmaid's Tale television series depicts a dystopian future where environmental disasters and infertility lead to a totalitarian regime enslaving fertile women. Observations on the show's themes suggest it serves as a modern political allegory regarding gender roles and societal control. Keywords: [the handmaid's tale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-handmaid-s-tale.md), [hulu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hulu.md), [margaret atwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/margaret-atwood.md), dystopian fiction, [television](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/4.md) ### 5. Nancy Pelosi Protest, Dreamers Backlash (14:10–18:44) Protesters identifying as "Dreamers" interrupted a speech by House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, demanding a "clean" DACA bill without border security concessions. Senator Jeanne Shaheen commented on the frustration of young immigrants while suggesting potential outside interference in domestic divisions. Keywords: [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [dreamers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dreamers.md), [daca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daca.md), immigration protest, [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/5.md) ### 6. Immigrant Liberation Movement, George Soros Funding (18:45–25:12) Research into the groups protesting Nancy Pelosi reveals a network of organizations including Pangea Legal Services and the Immigrant Liberation Movement. Financial records indicate these activist groups receive significant funding from the Open Society Institute, the Ford Foundation, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-institute.md), pangea legal services, maldef, [ford foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-foundation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/6.md) ### 7. Deface Columbus Day, German Election Hacking Claims (25:13–26:20) Activists are organizing "Deface Columbus Day" events for October 9th. Meanwhile, German political elites are reportedly preparing claims of Russian hacking in the event that election results do not favor the establishment. Keywords: [columbus day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/columbus-day.md), german elections, [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md), [activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/activism.md), [polls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polls.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/7.md) ### 8. Facebook Russian Ad Disclosure, Mark Zuckerberg Statement (26:20–32:01) Mark Zuckerberg announced that Facebook will turn over 3,000 Russian-linked political ads to Congress following an internal investigation into 2016 election interference. The company plans to implement new transparency standards for political advertising to disclose ad buyers and targeting data. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [russian meddling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-meddling.md), [senate intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-intelligence-committee.md), [political ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-ads.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/8.md) ### 9. Sean Spicer Notebook, Robert Mueller Investigation (32:02–36:01) Special Counsel Robert Mueller is reportedly interested in handwritten notes kept by former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer during the 2016 campaign and his administration tenure. Media reports highlighted Spicer's use of shorthand initials for officials like Reince Priebus and Rex Tillerson. Keywords: [sean spicer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-spicer.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [axios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/axios.md), [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/9.md) ### 10. Zuckerberg AI Persona, Facebook Election Integrity (36:02–40:39) Mark Zuckerberg detailed Facebook's efforts to protect election integrity, citing the removal of thousands of fake accounts during the French elections. Critics noted his scripted delivery and the company's increasing collaboration with government investigative bodies. Keywords: [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [election integrity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-integrity.md), [fake accounts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-accounts.md), french election [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/10.md) ### 11. Facebook Ad Transparency, Community Standards (40:39–45:12) Facebook is moving toward a higher standard of transparency by allowing users to view all active ads run by a specific page. Zuckerberg also addressed "bad content," stating that while the platform supports free expression, users must face consequences for breaking community standards. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [transparency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transparency.md), [community standards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community-standards.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/11.md) ### 12. Tech Company Collaboration, Political Harassment Systems (45:15–47:41) Facebook is calling for collaboration among tech giants like Google to prevent the misuse of internet platforms. The company is also adapting its anti-bullying systems to specifically target and mitigate "political harassment" during discourse. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [adwords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adwords.md), [anti-bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-bullying.md), political harassment, [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/12.md) ### 13. German Election Integrity, Viral Content Multipliers (47:42–51:03) Facebook partnered with German authorities to monitor election activity but reported no significant interference efforts. Zuckerberg acknowledged that organic viral content has a much larger impact on elections than paid advertising, acting as a massive multiplier for political messaging. Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), federal office for information security, [viral content](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-content.md), [memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/13.md) ### 14. Definition of Memes, Facebook Intelligence Origins (51:03–54:23) A discussion on the semantic shift of the word "meme" notes that millennials often confuse the term with simple captioned images. The conversation also touches on Facebook's historical ties to venture capital firm In-Q-Tel and its role as a voluntary intelligence-gathering tool for the government. Keywords: [memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md), [semantics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semantics.md), [in-q-tel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-q-tel.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/14.md) ### 15. Drone Strike Rules, UK Shoot-to-Kill Orders (54:24–57:58) The Trump administration is reportedly dismantling rules that limited CIA and military drone strikes outside of conventional battlefields. In the United Kingdom, SAS and Special Forces have been deployed to the London Underground with shoot-to-kill orders to counter potential terrorist threats. Keywords: [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [michael hastings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hastings.md), [sas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sas.md), london underground [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/15.md) ### 16. Hillary Clinton Onward Together, Progressive Activist Groups (57:59–1:03:20) Hillary Clinton promoted her new organization, Onward Together, which supports progressive groups like Indivisible, Swing Left, and Run for Something. These organizations utilize Act Blue for financial processing and focus on recruiting young candidates for the 2018 midterm elections. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), onward together, [indivisible](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indivisible.md), [act blue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/act-blue.md), [swing left](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swing-left.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/16.md) ### 17. Media Soul Searching, Hillary Clinton Campaign Coverage (1:03:21–1:08:35) New York Times reporter Amy Chozik and CNN's Brian Stelter discussed Hillary Clinton's claims that the press contributed to her loss by over-focusing on her emails. The segment examines the concept of "soul searching" within the journalism industry regarding 2016 election coverage. Keywords: amy chozik, [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/17.md) ### 18. No Agenda Producer Donations, Matthew Trimble Story (1:08:36–1:13:41) Matthew Trimble donated $333.33 to the show, sharing a story about his family's home burning down the day his wife immigrated from Dominica. He credited the No Agenda Social community for providing financial and emotional support through a GoFundMe campaign during the crisis. Keywords: [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), dominica, [insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/18.md) ### 19. Mercedes-Benz Odometer Karma, Joe Bisesi Donation (1:13:42–1:18:34) Producer Thomas donated after his 1985 Mercedes-Benz odometer got stuck at 333.33 miles. Another producer, Joe Bisesi, contributed $293.23, celebrating his wife's pregnancy and his decision to cancel his cable subscription in favor of independent podcasts. Keywords: [mercedes-benz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mercedes-benz.md), bobby ewing, total recall, cable subscription, [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/19.md) ### 20. Service Goat Jingle, Canadian Producer Support (1:18:35–1:24:43) A series of donations from Canadian listeners in Toronto and Ontario included requests for the "service goat" jingle and birthday wishes. Producer Jared Zaifman praised the hosts' insights on the Chevy Volt, while others expressed support for the show's value-for-value model. Keywords: service goat, [toronto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toronto.md), [ontario](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ontario.md), [chevy volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/20.md) ### 21. Kingsman 2 Review, Bullock Museum IMAX (1:24:44–1:27:28) A review of "Kingsman: The Golden Circle" highlights the high-quality experience at the Bullock Museum IMAX theater in Austin, Texas. The hosts compare the cost of movie entertainment to the value provided by the twice-weekly No Agenda podcast. Keywords: [kingsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kingsman.md), [imax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imax.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), bullock museum, [movie review](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-review.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/21.md) ### 22. Graham-Cassidy Healthcare Bill, Planned Parenthood Funding (1:27:30–1:34:55) The Graham-Cassidy healthcare bill proposes block-granting federal funds to states to manage their own insurance markets. The legislation includes specific prohibitions against funding "prohibited entities" like Planned Parenthood and introduces optional work requirements for Medicaid recipients. Keywords: graham-cassidy, [obamacare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obamacare.md), [medicaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicaid.md), [planned parenthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/planned-parenthood.md), [health insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-insurance.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/22.md) ### 23. John McCain Health, Hanoi Hannah Recordings (1:34:56–1:42:42) Senator John McCain's opposition to the Graham-Cassidy bill is discussed in the context of his terminal glioblastoma diagnosis. The segment references historical claims regarding McCain's 1969 recordings for North Vietnamese propaganda broadcaster Hanoi Hannah. Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [glioblastoma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glioblastoma.md), [mayo clinic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mayo-clinic.md), hanoi hannah, [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/23.md) ### 24. Rolling Stone Trump Cover, Media Insanity Meme (1:42:43–1:45:09) Rolling Stone and Newsweek published covers depicting Donald Trump as "insane" or "mad," written by Matt Taibbi and others. The hosts analyze these publications as part of a recurring six-week media cycle designed to push specific negative narratives about the President. Keywords: [rolling stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rolling-stone.md), [newsweek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsweek.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [media cycles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-cycles.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/24.md) ### 25. Jedidiah Bila Fired, The View Scripting (1:45:09–1:52:01) Jedidiah Bila was reportedly fired from "The View" after going off-script during an interview with Hillary Clinton. Internal emails suggest the show is tightly scripted by producers and that Joy Behar demanded Bila's removal for disrupting the pre-approved question list. Keywords: jedidiah bila, [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [joy behar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-behar.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/25.md) ### 26. North Korea Dotard, Trump Twitter Whipsaw (1:52:02–1:56:49) Kim Jong-un referred to President Trump as a "mentally deranged dotard" following Trump's "Rocket Man" comments at the UN. Analysis of CBS News coverage highlights a "whipsaw" reporting technique where unrelated quotes are edited together to create a false narrative about the Republican Party. Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), dotard, [rocket man](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rocket-man.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/26.md) ### 27. South Korea Fake Orders, Howitzer Range (1:56:50–2:00:33) Fake evacuation orders were circulated among U.S. military families in South Korea, causing significant alarm. The segment also clarifies the effective firing range of modern howitzer artillery systems, noting they can reach approximately 15 to 20 miles. Keywords: [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [military families](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-families.md), howitzer, [artillery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery.md), [trolling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trolling.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/27.md) ### 28. Rohingya Refugee Crisis, Myanmar Landmines (2:00:35–2:04:25) The Rohingya refugee crisis has seen nearly 800,000 people flee Myanmar for Bangladesh. Reports indicate that Myanmar authorities are laying landmines along the border to prevent refugees from returning, while neighboring countries like India and Bangladesh impose strict movement restrictions. Keywords: [rohingya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rohingya.md), [myanmar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/myanmar.md), [bangladesh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bangladesh.md), [landmines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/landmines.md), [ethnic cleansing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethnic-cleansing.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/28.md) ### 29. Mount Agung Eruption, Solar Activity Correlation (2:04:27–2:07:36) Mount Agung in Bali is showing signs of an imminent eruption, leading to widespread evacuations. The discussion explores the potential correlation between solar flares, coronal holes, and seismic or volcanic activity on Earth, citing recent earthquakes in Mexico. Keywords: mount agung, [bali](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bali.md), [volcano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volcano.md), [earthquakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquakes.md), [solar flares](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-flares.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/29.md) ### 30. Patreon Series B, Podcast Ad Compliance (2:07:37–2:10:02) Patreon secured $60 million in Series B funding, raising concerns about future fee increases and creator independence. Meanwhile, hosting provider Libsyn is updating its statistics reporting to comply with new IAB standards, which may result in lower reported download numbers for many podcasts. Keywords: [patreon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patreon.md), [libsyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libsyn.md), [iab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iab.md), podcast stats, [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/30.md) ### 31. Restoration Hardware Adwords, Digital Marketing Waste (2:10:03–2:13:23) Restoration Hardware discovered that 98% of its search business came from just 22 keywords, primarily misspellings of its own brand name. This finding supports the move by companies like Procter & Gamble to slash digital advertising budgets in favor of traditional branding. Keywords: restoration hardware, [google adwords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-adwords.md), [procter and gamble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/procter-and-gamble.md), [digital advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-advertising.md), [branding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/branding.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/31.md) ### 32. Nibiru Doomsday Failure, Planet X Donations (2:13:23–2:19:34) Following the failure of the September 23rd Nibiru doomsday prophecy, listeners participated in a "49.01" donation game. Numerous producers from New York to the Netherlands contributed to celebrate the world not ending as predicted by various online theorists. Keywords: [nibiru](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nibiru.md), planet x, [doomsday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doomsday.md), 49.01, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/32.md) ### 33. Maryland Spook Meetup, Birthday Karma (2:19:34–2:22:52) A No Agenda meetup is scheduled for September 28th in Columbia, Maryland, hosted by Sir GQ Baron. The segment includes "jobs karma" for a listener in Ontario and a list of birthdays for community members and their families. Keywords: columbia maryland, [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/33.md) ### 34. Gold Star and Platinum Gays, LGBTQ Classifications (2:22:53–2:24:30) A humorous look at specific classifications within the gay community defines a "gold star gay" as a man who has never had sex with a woman. A "platinum gay" is further defined as a gold star gay who was also born via C-section, thus never having had physical contact with a vagina. Keywords: [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), gold star gay, platinum gay, [c-section](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-section.md), [terminology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terminology.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/34.md) ### 35. James Comey Howard University Protest, Student Activism (2:24:37–2:28:05) Protesters at Howard University interrupted a speech by former FBI Director James Comey, chanting "You ain't our homie." The incident sparked a discussion on the lack of administrative discipline for students who prevent invited speakers from addressing university audiences. Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), [protest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protest.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [expulsion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/expulsion.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/35.md) ### 36. Kurdish Independence Referendum, Erbil Boots on the Ground (2:28:06–2:29:40) Boots-on-the-ground reports from Erbil describe the tensions surrounding the Kurdish independence referendum in Iraq. The conflict centers on control of the oil-rich Kirkuk region and the central government's refusal to recognize the Peshmerga as a formal military branch. 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Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), nostril breathing, [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [cambridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge.md), [net worth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-worth.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/37.md) ### 38. Jamie Dimon Bitcoin Critique, FINRA Regulations (2:34:09–2:40:13) JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticized Bitcoin as a "fraud" and a "novelty" that will eventually be shut down by governments. He argued that while blockchain technology is useful, cryptocurrencies lack the sovereign backing and legal tender status required for long-term stability. 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Keywords: [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), black cabs, [regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regulation.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/39.md) ### 40. British Obesity Crisis, Al-Tazaj Chicken Recipe (2:44:17–2:47:32) The United Kingdom is facing a rising obesity crisis, which some attribute to a "poisoned" food supply and the use of chemical aging in wheat. On a lighter note, a producer shared a full recipe for Al-Tazaj style marinated chicken in the show notes. 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Equifax Data Breach Disclosure, Mel Brooks Interview (2:55:12–2:57:47) Equifax faced criticism for failing to disclose a March data breach until months later, despite hiring security firm Mandiant to investigate. In other news, filmmaker Mel Brooks stated that his classic comedy "Blazing Saddles" could never be made today due to modern political correctness. Keywords: [equifax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/equifax.md), [mandiant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mandiant.md), [data breach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-breach.md), [mel brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mel-brooks.md), blazing saddles [Chapter transcript](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/43.md) ### 44. Trump NFL Anthem Controversy, Steph Curry Invitation (2:57:48–3:05:24) President Trump sparked a major controversy by suggesting NFL owners should fire players who kneel during the national anthem. 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