# Eff on The No Agenda Show Eff comes up in 35 chapters across 30 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to May 2025. - **Chapters:** 35 - **Episodes:** 30 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – May 2025 - **Related topics:** [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Julius Malema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julius-malema.md), [South Africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), [Adam Carolla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-carolla.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Edward Snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [John Perry Barlow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perry-barlow.md), [Nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [Personal Audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/personal-audio.md), [Podcasting Patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-patent.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 35 ### South African Land Expropriation, White Farmer Genocide Claims - **Episode:** [1766: Cinematic Ambush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-22 - **Time:** 10:42–13:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush/chapter/south-african-land-expropriation-white-farmer-genocide-claims.md President Cyril Ramaphosa denied claims of a genocide against white South African farmers during his Washington visit, attributing the violence to general criminality. While Ramaphosa defended laws allowing land expropriation for public use, critics point to the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and leader Julius Malema as drivers of genocidal rhetoric. Trump utilized a television in the Oval Office to show videos of alleged executions of farmers to the South African delegation. Keywords: [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), [cyril ramaphosa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyril-ramaphosa.md), [land reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/land-reform.md), white farmers, [genocide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genocide.md), [anc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anc.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [julius malema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julius-malema.md) ### Julius Malema, G20 Sovereignty, Afrikaner Refugee Status - **Episode:** [1766: Cinematic Ambush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-22 - **Time:** 23:11–26:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush/chapter/julius-malema-g20-sovereignty-afrikaner-refugee-status.md EFF leader Julius Malema criticized President Ramaphosa's attendance at the G20 and his meetings in the United States, warning against compromising South African sovereignty for political expediency. Malema dismissed reports of Afrikaner farmers seeking refugee status in the U.S. as "drama" and "fiction." He suggested that if farmers have indeed abandoned their land, the state should move to expropriate those properties immediately. Keywords: [julius malema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julius-malema.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [afrikaners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afrikaners.md), [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md) ### Julius Malema, Slaughter of White People Comments - **Episode:** [1766: Cinematic Ambush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-22 - **Time:** 26:30–30:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush/chapter/julius-malema-slaughter-of-white-people-comments.md Julius Malema refused to pledge that he would never call for the slaughter of white people in South Africa, stating "at least for now" he is not calling for it but cannot guarantee the future. During a 2022 radio interview and subsequent 2019 clips, Malema maintained that farm attacks are mere crimes rather than genocide. He advocated for a Marxist model where the state owns all land and grants long-term leases to citizens. Keywords: [julius malema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julius-malema.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [marxism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marxism.md), [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), land expropriation ### Julius Malema and South African Support for Putin - **Episode:** [1577: Gerontocracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1577-gerontocracy.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-30 - **Time:** 53:59–56:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1577-gerontocracy/chapter/julius-malema-and-south-african-support-for-putin.md Julius Malema, leader of South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), called for a boycott of the BRICS summit if Vladimir Putin is not guaranteed immunity from an ICC arrest warrant. Speaking to a massive crowd in a football stadium, Malema denounced President Cyril Ramaphosa as a coward for failing to protect the Russian leader. The EFF maintains a staunchly pro-Putin stance, viewing him as a key ally against Western influence. Keywords: [julius malema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julius-malema.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), [brics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brics.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), icc warrant ### Amazon Ring Privacy Concerns and EFF Investigation - **Episode:** [1213: Kung Flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1213-kung-flu.md) - **Published:** 2020-02-06 - **Time:** 2:51:14–2:56:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1213-kung-flu/chapter/amazon-ring-privacy-concerns-and-eff-investigation.md An Amazon engineer calls for the Ring doorbell system to be shut down due to unfixable privacy issues. An investigation by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) reveals the Ring app is packed with third-party trackers that send personally identifiable information to marketing companies. The hosts warn against putting "Alexa" devices in sensitive areas like children's bedrooms. Keywords: [amazon ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-ring.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), trackers, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [maria bartiromo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maria-bartiromo.md) ### Article 13 and Content Recognition Technology Mandates - **Episode:** [1040: Pardon Me](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1040-pardon-me.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-08 - **Time:** 1:50:39–1:57:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1040-pardon-me/chapter/article-13-and-content-recognition-technology-mandates.md Article 13 of the proposed EU copyright directive would require platforms to implement "content recognition technologies" to prevent copyright infringement. Critics, including the EFF and Creative Commons, argue this will lead to widespread automated censorship of memes, parodies, and livestreams. The hosts analyze the vague language of the directive, which targets "Information Society Service Providers." Keywords: [article 13](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/article-13.md), copyright directive, [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [creative commons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/creative-commons.md) ### SESTA Debate, Criminal Intent, Google Lobbying - **Episode:** [966: Master Algo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/966-master-algo.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-21 - **Time:** 51:23–55:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/966-master-algo/chapter/sesta-debate-criminal-intent-google-lobbying.md The debate over SESTA involves concerns that the bill could stifle the internet economy, a position supported by Google and the EFF. Proponents argue the bill is narrowly tailored to target "bad actors" who show criminal intent. The hosts draw parallels between the "intent" requirement in SESTA and the legal standards applied in the Clinton email investigation. Keywords: [sesta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sesta.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [criminal intent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/criminal-intent.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) ### EFF, Mozilla, and Google Financial Ties - **Episode:** [795: Trump Head](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/795-trump-head.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-31 - **Time:** 3:02:46–3:06:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/795-trump-head/chapter/eff-mozilla-and-google-financial-ties.md The financial relationship between the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), the Mozilla Foundation, and Google is scrutinized. Google reportedly pays Mozilla $100 million annually to be the default search engine and is a major donor to the EFF. The "HTTPS Everywhere" extension, a collaboration between the EFF and the Tor Project, is introduced as a tool that forces encrypted connections on websites. Keywords: [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), mozilla foundation, [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [tor project](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tor-project.md), https everywhere, [encryption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/encryption.md), [mtv.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv-com.md) ### Chinese Cyber Espionage Map, CISA Legislation Debate - **Episode:** [744: Toxic Speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech.md) - **Published:** 2015-08-02 - **Time:** 10:01–12:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech/chapter/chinese-cyber-espionage-map-cisa-legislation-debate.md NBC News obtained a classified NSA map showing nearly 700 targets of Chinese cyber espionage over five years, including trade secrets for drugs and hybrid cars. This intelligence leak is viewed as a push for the Cyber Information Sharing Act (CISA), which would incentivize private companies to share data with the Department of Homeland Security. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is actively opposing the bill due to privacy concerns. Keywords: [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [cisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisa.md), [cyber espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-espionage.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md) ### Electronic Frontier Foundation, Podcasting Patent Invalidation, and Prior Art - **Episode:** [712: Kalette](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-12 - **Time:** 1:51–6:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette/chapter/electronic-frontier-foundation-podcasting-patent-invalidation-and-prior-art.md The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) successfully invalidated a broad podcasting patent by demonstrating prior art from the mid-1990s. The court ruled that the concept of a compilation file containing URL addresses to episodes is unpatentable, effectively protecting the RSS feed structure. The legal victory utilized early examples of digital media distribution from CNN and the Mosaic browser to prove the technology was not a novel invention. Keywords: [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [podcasting patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-patent.md), [rss feed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rss-feed.md), prior art, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ### Greenberg Traurig, Google Funding, and EFF Legal Strategy - **Episode:** [712: Kalette](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-12 - **Time:** 6:26–9:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette/chapter/greenberg-traurig-google-funding-and-eff-legal-strategy.md The EFF utilized the high-profile law firm Greenberg Traurig to litigate the podcasting patent case rather than relying solely on in-house counsel. This strategy suggests the involvement of major corporate interests like Google and Apple, who provide significant funding to the EFF to protect their own video-on-demand services. The hosts question the transparency of the EFF's relationship with its corporate donors during major legal battles. Keywords: greenberg traurig, [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md) ### DMCA Car Hacking, John Deere, and Vehicle Software Ownership - **Episode:** [710: Joy Brigade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/710-joy-brigade.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-05 - **Time:** 2:35:49–2:38:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/710-joy-brigade/chapter/dmca-car-hacking-john-deere-and-vehicle-software-ownership.md The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) reports on manufacturers like John Deere using the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) to prevent owners from modifying vehicle software. Companies argue that allowing access to code could lead to piracy or unsafe modifications. This legal stance challenges the traditional concept of ownership for modern, software-dependent vehicles. Keywords: [dmca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dmca.md), [john deere](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-deere.md), [ford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), [car hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/car-hacking.md) ### Google's Influence on the "Free and Open Internet" - **Episode:** [700: Bidentification](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-04 - **Time:** 3:00:50–3:05:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification/chapter/google-s-influence-on-the-free-and-open-internet.md The hosts argue that the term "free and open internet" is a Google-originated code phrase. They note the Electronic Frontier Foundation's (EFF) support for the FCC's decision and its ties to Google funding. The discussion concludes that the new regulations are a political football that will not be finalized until published in the Federal Register. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [eric schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [title ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-ii.md), [federal register](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-register.md) ### Internet Slowdown Day, Net Neutrality Activism - **Episode:** [651: Plague Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-11 - **Time:** 31:29–34:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade/chapter/internet-slowdown-day-net-neutrality-activism.md The hosts discuss "Internet Slowdown Day," a protest organized by groups like Fight for the Future and the EFF to support net neutrality. Curry reads an email from activists urging users to contact Congress. He expresses skepticism about the funding and true motives behind these organizations. Keywords: [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), internet slowdown, fight for the future, [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md) ### Netflix Peering Agreements, Technical Misunderstandings - **Episode:** [651: Plague Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-11 - **Time:** 44:48–48:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade/chapter/netflix-peering-agreements-technical-misunderstandings.md The hosts clarify that the conflict between Netflix and Comcast is primarily about peering arrangements rather than "fast lanes." They challenge the EFF to provide a technical and legal explanation for how "unlawful network traffic" will be defined, suggesting that protocols like mesh networking or peer-to-peer could be targeted. Keywords: [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [peering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peering.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [ipv6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipv6.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md) ### Podcasting Patent Settlement and The Vessel Smart Cup - **Episode:** [645: Ghost of Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-22 - **Time:** 2:31:23–2:35:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin/chapter/podcasting-patent-settlement-and-the-vessel-smart-cup.md The settlement of the podcasting patent lawsuit between Personal Audio and Adam Carolla is discussed, with the hosts calling it "chicken shit" because it was settled without prejudice. In tech news, a $200 smart cup called "The Vessel" is belittled for its claim to analyze drinks and track hydration via the cloud, which the hosts view as a useless "Internet of Things" gimmick. Keywords: [adam carolla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-carolla.md), [podcasting patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-patent.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), the vessel, [internet of things](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-of-things.md) ### Stingray Surveillance Technology, IMSI Catchers at Presidential Events - **Episode:** [640: Putinism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/640-putinism.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-03 - **Time:** 1:35:13–1:37:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/640-putinism/chapter/stingray-surveillance-technology-imsi-catchers-at-presidential-events.md A report from a military insider suggests that a host's son's phone battery drain during a presidential visit was likely caused by a "Stingray" or IMSI catcher. These devices mimic cell towers to gather data from all mobile phones in the vicinity, often forcing them into high-power modes. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is actively working to require law enforcement to obtain warrants before using such surveillance technology. Keywords: [stingray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stingray.md), imsi catcher, [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md) ### Podcasting Patent, Adam Carolla, and EFF - **Episode:** [639: Tangible Things](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/639-tangible-things.md) - **Published:** 2014-07-31 - **Time:** 2:37:23–2:42:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/639-tangible-things/chapter/podcasting-patent-adam-carolla-and-eff.md Adam Curry provides a detailed analysis of the Personal Audio podcasting patent lawsuit. He critiques Adam Carolla for raising money for a "fight that doesn't exist" after the suit was dropped and urges him to give the funds to the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). Curry argues the patent review process is the only way to actually invalidate the 504 patent. Keywords: [personal audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/personal-audio.md), [adam carolla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-carolla.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [patent troll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patent-troll.md), 504 patent ### Personal Audio 506 Patent and Apple's Settlement - **Episode:** [619: Droves of Jihadis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/619-droves-of-jihadis.md) - **Published:** 2014-05-26 - **Time:** 1:46:40–1:53:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/619-droves-of-jihadis/chapter/personal-audio-506-patent-and-apple-s-settlement.md The hosts examine the technical specifics of Personal Audio's "506" podcasting patent. Adam Curry reveals that Apple already paid an $8 million settlement to Personal Audio for a playlist patent, which reportedly covers future iterations including the podcasting technology. This suggests that podcasts distributed via iTunes may already be legally protected, contradicting Carolla's fundraising claims. Keywords: [personal audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/personal-audio.md), 506 patent, [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [eff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eff.md), [podcasting patent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-patent.md) ### Edward Snowden, First Look Media and Hush Money - **Episode:** [620: Dead Man Cuffed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/620-dead-man-cuffed.md) - **Published:** 2014-05-26 - **Time:** 2:34:46–2:38:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/620-dead-man-cuffed/chapter/edward-snowden-first-look-media-and-hush-money.md First Look Media announced $550,000 in grants to organizations including the EFF and the Freedom of the Press Foundation. 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