# East Palestine on The No Agenda Show East Palestine comes up in 9 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2018 to August 2025. - **Chapters:** 9 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** November 2018 – August 2025 - **Related topics:** [Vinyl Chloride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinyl-chloride.md), [Ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [Epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [Middle East](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [Norfolk Southern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norfolk-southern.md), [Palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [Academic Freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academic-freedom.md), [Amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Columbia University](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/columbia-university.md) ## Chapters 1–9 of 9 ### Columbia University, Middle East Studies and Monitoring - **Episode:** [1789: Glop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1789-glop.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-10 - **Time:** 1:00:39–1:03:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1789-glop/chapter/columbia-university-middle-east-studies-and-monitoring.md Professor Khalil Kalini criticized new monitoring conditions at Columbia University, claiming they were imposed by the Trump administration to restrict the teaching of sensitive topics. The rules involve an outside monitor with access to classrooms, which Kalini argues makes it impossible to discuss the history of Palestine, Israel, or the Holocaust. Meanwhile, medical student reports suggest that early childhood education is being targeted for gender-related "brainwashing" before children develop a sense of gender permanency. Keywords: [columbia university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/columbia-university.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [holocaust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holocaust.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [academic freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academic-freedom.md) ### East Palestine Ohio, Mike DeWine and George Burns - **Episode:** [1531: Dead Name](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-12 - **Time:** 2:46:49–2:49:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name/chapter/east-palestine-ohio-mike-dewine-and-george-burns.md The hosts discuss the ongoing fallout from the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, noting Governor Mike DeWine's resemblance to comedian George Burns. They critique the political maneuvering surrounding the disaster, including Donald Trump's planned visit. Concerns persist regarding the long-term environmental impact of the controlled burn of vinyl chloride. Keywords: [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [mike dewine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-dewine.md), george burns, [vinyl chloride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinyl-chloride.md) ### East Palestine Conspiracy Theories, High-Speed Rail - **Episode:** [1531: Dead Name](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-12 - **Time:** 2:49:13–2:52:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name/chapter/east-palestine-conspiracy-theories-high-speed-rail.md Various conspiracy theories regarding the East Palestine derailment are explored, including the idea that the town was a test market for medical ID sensors. Another theory suggests the disaster was orchestrated to clear a path for a planned Amtrak high-speed rail route. The hosts debate the severity of the chemical contamination versus media "overblowing" of the incident. Keywords: [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [vinyl chloride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinyl-chloride.md), medical sensors ### Outro, East Palestine Ohio Song - **Episode:** [1534: The Chit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-02 - **Time:** 2:59:47–3:04:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit/chapter/outro-east-palestine-ohio-song.md The episode closes with a satirical song about the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, and the subsequent visits by Pete Buttigieg and Donald Trump. The lyrics touch on toxic chemicals, dioxin smoke, and the political fallout of the disaster. The hosts sign off with their traditional "adios mofos" and "hooey hooey" as the music plays out. Keywords: [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [pete buttigieg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-buttigieg.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), dioxin, [vinyl chloride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinyl-chloride.md) ### East Palestine Train Derailment, Biden Response Criticism - **Episode:** [1533: Rage Bait](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1533-rage-bait.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-26 - **Time:** 1:14:50–1:18:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1533-rage-bait/chapter/east-palestine-train-derailment-biden-response-criticism.md President Joe Biden defended the federal response to the toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, claiming the EPA was on-site within two hours. Despite the mayor's public criticism, Biden admitted he had not spoken directly to the mayor, focusing instead on communications with state governors and senators. Biden shifted the primary responsibility for the disaster and cleanup costs onto Norfolk Southern, citing the company's "tens of billions" in profits. Keywords: [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [vinyl chloride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinyl-chloride.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [norfolk southern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norfolk-southern.md) ### Executive Producer Donations, FuelOx Promotion - **Episode:** [1532: Bay Gin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1532-bay-gin.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-23 - **Time:** 2:12:04–2:23:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1532-bay-gin/chapter/executive-producer-donations-fuelox-promotion.md A segment dedicated to high-tier donors and executive producers. One donor promotes FuelOx, a plant-based lubricant company, claiming their products could have prevented the East Palestine train derailment. Keywords: fuelox, lubricants, [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [philanthropy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philanthropy.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### East Palestine Train Derailment and Chemical Fallout - **Episode:** [1530: Red Queen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-16 - **Time:** 2:38:16–2:45:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen/chapter/east-palestine-train-derailment-and-chemical-fallout.md A catastrophic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, led to the intentional burning of vinyl chloride, creating a massive plume of toxic chemicals. Experts expressed concern over the creation of phosgene and hydrogen chloride gas during the "controlled release." Residents reported animal deaths and environmental contamination, while critics questioned the railroad's decision to prioritize reopening the tracks over public safety. Keywords: [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [vinyl chloride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vinyl-chloride.md), [norfolk southern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norfolk-southern.md), phosgene ### EPA Administrator Michael Regan Faces Criticism Over Ohio Response - **Episode:** [1530: Red Queen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-16 - **Time:** 2:45:14–2:51:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen/chapter/epa-administrator-michael-regan-faces-criticism-over-ohio-response.md EPA Administrator Michael Regan faced intense questioning on CNN regarding the federal government's slow response to the East Palestine disaster. Regan emphasized that Norfolk Southern would be held liable for the cleanup but struggled to provide a clear timeline for soil and water safety results. His performance was criticized as being more focused on administrative "inclusion" than environmental crisis management. Keywords: [michael regan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-regan.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liability.md) ### Hummus Diplomacy, Middle East Conflict, Palestinian Restaurant - **Episode:** [1083: The Zoomers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1083-the-zoomers.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-05 - **Time:** 1:31:23–1:33:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1083-the-zoomers/chapter/hummus-diplomacy-middle-east-conflict-palestinian-restaurant.md In a lighthearted tangent, the hosts suggest that the Middle East conflict is ultimately a dispute over who makes the best hummus. John C. Dvorak recalls visiting a Palestinian restaurant in a Los Angeles alley that served the best handmade hummus he has ever had. They joke that "hummus diplomacy" could solve regional tensions if everyone could agree on a recipe. Keywords: [hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hummus.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), culinary diplomacy --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. Every public page on this site has one: add `.md` to its URL, or request it with `Accept: text/markdown`. - [Site index for agents (llms.txt)](https://search.noagendashow.net/llms.txt) - [Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - [Search transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/search.md) - [All episodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episodes.md) - [Topics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topics.md) - [People](https://search.noagendashow.net/people.md)