# Rocky Mountains on The No Agenda Show

Rocky Mountains comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2009 to September 2024.

- **Chapters:** 7
- **Episodes:** 7
- **Discussed:** March 2009 – September 2024
- **Related topics:** [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Ayn Rand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayn-rand.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [Comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [Denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), [Deutsche Welle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deutsche-welle.md), [Ftc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ftc.md), [Galt's Gulch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/galt-s-gulch.md), [Geology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geology.md)

## Chapters 1–7 of 7

### Tectonic Plate Theory and California's Geological History

- **Episode:** [1695: Pronoun Journey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1695-pronoun-journey.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-15
- **Time:** 2:33:42–2:37:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1695-pronoun-journey/chapter/tectonic-plate-theory-and-california-s-geological-history.md

A geological theory suggests that the Rocky Mountains were formed when a landmass—modern-day California—rammed into the North American plate as it moved west. The hosts discuss the unique and "toxic" nature of California's land, including its susceptibility to fires and earthquakes. The segment also touches on the quality of Napa Valley wine compared to French varieties.

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### Deutsche Welle on Tornado Season Mechanics

- **Episode:** [1543: Buffalo Feathers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1543-buffalo-feathers.md)
- **Published:** 2023-04-02
- **Time:** 2:04:44–2:07:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1543-buffalo-feathers/chapter/deutsche-welle-on-tornado-season-mechanics.md

German broadcaster Deutsche Welle provided a technical explanation for the recent surge in U.S. tornadoes, attributing them to the clashing of warm, humid air from the Gulf of Mexico with cold Canadian air. Unlike some domestic reports, the segment noted that there is currently no definitive scientific study linking the frequency and intensity of tornadoes directly to climate change.

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### Rocky Mountain Tumbler Infomercial Scam

- **Episode:** [926: GREP](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/926-grep.md)
- **Published:** 2017-05-04
- **Time:** 2:47:07–2:48:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/926-grep/chapter/rocky-mountain-tumbler-infomercial-scam.md

The hosts deconstruct an infomercial for the Rocky Mountain Tumbler, which offers a "free" second mug if the customer pays a "separate fee." They point out the deceptive nature of the offer, as the product already includes free shipping, making the additional fee a hidden cost. The segment serves as a critique of late-night television marketing tactics and consumer scams.

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### Joe Walsh, Peter Frampton and the Heil Talk Box

- **Episode:** [737: Sculley and Heil](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/737-sculley-and-heil.md)
- **Published:** 2015-07-09
- **Time:** 1:18:24–1:22:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/737-sculley-and-heil/chapter/joe-walsh-peter-frampton-and-the-heil-talk-box.md

Heil discusses his long-standing friendship with Joe Walsh, rooted in their shared hobby of ham radio. He recounts inventing the Talk Box to help Walsh perform "Rocky Mountain Way" live, using a high-powered JBL driver. Heil also describes sending a Talk Box to Peter Frampton as a Christmas gift, which became a defining element of Frampton's musical career.

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### Ouray Colorado, Switzerland of America, and Galt's Gulch

- **Episode:** [436: Mud on the Truck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/436-mud-on-the-truck.md)
- **Published:** 2012-08-19
- **Time:** 3:50–6:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/436-mud-on-the-truck/chapter/ouray-colorado-switzerland-of-america-and-galt-s-gulch.md

The travelogue moves to Ouray, Colorado, described as the Switzerland of America due to its dramatic mountain scenery. The discussion highlights the National Park amphitheater campground situated at 9,000 feet. Ouray is identified as the inspiration for Galt's Gulch in Ayn Rand's novel Atlas Shrugged.

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### Executive Producer John Turek, Rocky Mountain Logistics

- **Episode:** [323: CIA vs MI6](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/323-cia-vs-mi6.md)
- **Published:** 2011-07-21
- **Time:** 50:14–54:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/323-cia-vs-mi6/chapter/executive-producer-john-turek-rocky-mountain-logistics.md

John Turek is thanked as an Executive Producer for the episode. The hosts discuss his career move from a large ISP to a smaller school and debate whether the RV tour should attempt to cross the Rocky Mountains to reach Denver. They express concern that the vehicle may not handle the steep grades and high altitudes of the mountain range.

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### Print Media Decline, Rocky Mountain News Closure

- **Episode:** [76: Iridium Fluoride Marijuana and Pelosi's Puppies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/76-iridium-fluoride-marijuana-and-pelosi-s-puppies.md)
- **Published:** 2009-03-01
- **Time:** 56:48–58:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/76-iridium-fluoride-marijuana-and-pelosi-s-puppies/chapter/print-media-decline-rocky-mountain-news-closure.md

The Rocky Mountain News ceased operations after nearly 150 years, marking a significant moment in the decline of American print journalism. Other major papers, including the San Francisco Chronicle and the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, are facing similar financial crises, with the Chronicle reportedly losing $1 million per week. Jeff Jarvis's book "What Would Google Do?" is recommended as an analysis of modern business methodologies.

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