Topic: Malta

The discussion turns to the media coverage following David Bowie's death. Curry mentions Dutch singer Patricia Paay, who shared a story about a brief romantic encounter with Bowie in Malta before he became famous, noting his "shitty teeth" and unusual attire at the time.

Diplomatic efforts at the United Nations are monitored as Malta holds the presidency of the Security Council for April 2024. Despite the Iranian attack, reports indicate that no emergency meetings were immediately requested by member states. The narrative questions the necessity of continued media "yakking" after Iran signaled the end of its specific retaliatory operation.

An NPR segment features a rare interview with an anti-abortion physician who discusses maternal mortality rates in countries like Poland and Malta. The guest argues that abortion access is not a primary solution to maternal mortality, pointing instead to the lack of prenatal care in underserved US zip codes.

The hosts acknowledge various executive and associate executive producers. A donation note references the "poopy pants" meme involving President Biden's lengthy meeting with Pope Francis. Another donor from Malta asks for "jobs karma," leading to a discussion about Malta as a retirement destination for the elite.

Upcoming meetups are announced for Virginia, Malta, Montreal, and Croatia. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendameetups.com to find or start local gatherings. The hosts emphasize that these events provide a rare opportunity for open conversation without the social pressures or judgments found in other public spaces during the lockdown.

The Midland, Texas No Agenda meetup was forced to move to a Chili's restaurant because Governor Greg Abbott ordered the closure of bars. Other upcoming meetups are scheduled for Ohio, Seattle, and Malta. Organizers encourage listeners to use the dedicated meetup website to find or create local gatherings despite ongoing regional lockdowns.

A last-minute meetup was announced for Malta at the Mosta Dome, highlighting the show's global reach. Other upcoming gatherings are scheduled for Las Vegas and San Diego, though a planned "Meetup at Sea" on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship is likely to be canceled due to industry-wide shutdowns. Listeners were encouraged to visit the show's meetup website to find or start local gatherings with "sane people."

The hosts discuss theories that Pete Buttigieg is a "manufactured" candidate with deep ties to the intelligence community, noting his service with Peter Strzok and his time in Malta. They compare his rhetorical style and cadence to Barack Obama, suggesting he was selected to be a "white Obama."

EU leaders met in Malta to discuss the "Rome Declaration" and strategies for managing migrant flows from Libya. A 2009 EU report is cited, which suggests that immigration is a necessary "bolstering device" to counter Europe's aging population, with a goal of 60 million migrant workers by 2050.

A producer from Auburn, Alabama, is highlighted for using credit card cash-back rewards to fund his donation. The roll call concludes with donors from Ireland, Malta, and various parts of the United States, emphasizing the show's reliance on small-scale, diverse contributions.

Dutch media personality Patricia Paay faced severe backlash after sharing an anecdote about a brief fling with David Bowie in Malta before he was famous. Despite the story being relatively harmless, Dutch newspapers and commenters labeled her a "whore" for seeking publicity. The segment defends Paay, noting that a man telling a similar story would likely not face such vitriol.

The EU-Africa summit in Malta is discussed, where European leaders are offering billions in aid to African nations to stem the flow of migrants. The hosts mention that pepper spray is sold out in Germany due to public fear. They also recommend a controversial compilation video titled "With Open Gates," which depicts violence and social unrest tied to the migrant crisis that is often ignored by mainstream media.

Eurostat data reveals that the UK has the highest obesity rates for women in Europe at 24%, followed closely by Malta. The rise in obesity is attributed to the decline of home cooking and the prevalence of processed foods from retailers like Tesco. UK men rank second in obesity, trailing only Malta.

A report on the evacuation of foreign nationals from Benghazi, Libya, contrasts the British Navy's response with the American effort. While the UK sent destroyers to rescue citizens, the U.S. State Department reportedly utilized a catamaran that struggled to leave the dock. The segment includes BBC audio of an American citizen expressing relief upon reaching a British vessel.