# Severance on The No Agenda Show Severance comes up in 19 chapters across 19 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2010 to January 2025. - **Chapters:** 19 - **Episodes:** 19 - **Discussed:** September 2010 – January 2025 - **Related topics:** [Severed Feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), [Cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [Les Moonves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/les-moonves.md), [Nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md), [Puget Sound](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puget-sound.md), [Silicon Valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [Vancouver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vancouver.md), [Washington State](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-state.md), [Ancestry.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ancestry-com.md), [Angela Merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md) ## Chapters 1–19 of 19 ### Severance Season 2, Apple TV Plus and The Diplomat - **Episode:** [1731: Cyber Timebombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-19 - **Time:** 3:24:24–3:28:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs/chapter/severance-season-2-apple-tv-plus-and-the-diplomat.md The hosts discuss the second season of the Apple TV+ series "Severance," noting its "creepy" premise regarding corporate brain modification. They also mention the second season of "The Diplomat" on Netflix and the quirks of modern voice-to-text technology. This casual conversation about current media serves as a transition toward the end of the broadcast. Keywords: [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), [apple tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-tv.md), [the diplomat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-diplomat.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), voice-to-text ### Twitter Turmoil, Elon Musk Hardcore Ultimatum - **Episode:** [1505: Cat's Paw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-20 - **Time:** 1:56:04–1:59:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw/chapter/twitter-turmoil-elon-musk-hardcore-ultimatum.md Elon Musk issued an ultimatum to Twitter employees, demanding they commit to an "extremely hardcore" work schedule or leave with three months of severance. Hundreds of employees reportedly resigned, signaling their departure with the salute emoji on internal boards. In response to the mass exits and office closures, a group of Democratic senators called for an FTC investigation into Musk's management of the platform. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), hardcore, [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), [ftc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ftc.md), [remote work](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remote-work.md) ### Kraken CEO Jesse Powell, Anti-Woke Corporate Culture - **Episode:** [1462: HAARP at Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1462-haarp-at-home.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-26 - **Time:** 52:19–54:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1462-haarp-at-home/chapter/kraken-ceo-jesse-powell-anti-woke-corporate-culture.md Jesse Powell, CEO of the crypto exchange Kraken, has offered a four-month severance package to any employees who are "triggered" by the company's culture or mission. Powell stated that a small percentage of workers were creating distractions and dragging the office into "therapy sessions." Approximately 30 employees, or 1% of the workforce, took the offer to leave. Keywords: [kraken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kraken.md), jesse powell, [corporate culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-culture.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md) ### Omicron Severity Study, Case Western Reserve University - **Episode:** [1414: Coof Croup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-09 - **Time:** 1:20:43–1:23:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup/chapter/omicron-severity-study-case-western-reserve-university.md A study from Case Western Reserve University involving 500,000 health records confirms that the Omicron variant is significantly less severe than the Delta variant. The risk of ER visits, ICU admission, and mechanical ventilation is substantially lower for Omicron patients regardless of vaccination status. This data is seen as a potential "spell-breaker" for those still in a state of high anxiety regarding the virus. Keywords: [omicron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omicron.md), [delta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delta.md), [case western reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/case-western-reserve.md), [hospitalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hospitalization.md), severity ### Bioengineering Severance, Jobs Karma for the Unemployed - **Episode:** [1230: Avocado Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-05 - **Time:** 1:56:25–2:01:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel/chapter/bioengineering-severance-jobs-karma-for-the-unemployed.md A producer from Chicago shares a story of being let go from a bioengineering firm via Skype with zero severance after six years of work. He requests "Jobs Karma" for others struggling during the pandemic, specifically asking for the Mike Pence version. Another donor from Pflugerville, Texas, requests health karma for a family member suffering from myeloma. Keywords: [bioengineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bioengineering.md), [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), [ancestry.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ancestry-com.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), [pflugerville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pflugerville.md) ### Executive Producer Donations and Job Karma - **Episode:** [1226: Bat's True!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1226-bat-s-true.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-22 - **Time:** 1:48:22–1:53:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1226-bat-s-true/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-job-karma.md Executive producers Baroness Kathy, Baron Greg Simunic, and Sir Stephen of Oswego contributed significant funds to support the show during the lockdown. Sir Stephen, a former IT manager, requested "job karma" after receiving a six-month severance package. The hosts discuss the pronunciation of donor names and the importance of independent financial support as the economic slowdown begins to affect the audience. Keywords: [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md), oswego, fox river valley, [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), it manager ### Les Moonves CBS Misconduct Report and "On-Call" Allegations - **Episode:** [1092: Pros From Dover](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1092-pros-from-dover.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-07 - **Time:** 2:37:03–2:41:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1092-pros-from-dover/chapter/les-moonves-cbs-misconduct-report-and-on-call-allegations.md An explosive internal report from CBS accused former CEO Les Moonves of destroying evidence and misleading investigators regarding sexual misconduct allegations. The report alleged that Moonves had a CBS employee "on call" for sexual favors and attempted to protect his $120 million severance package by deleting text messages. CBS News provided extensive coverage of the report, suggesting a significant internal turn against the former executive. Keywords: [les moonves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/les-moonves.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [sexual misconduct](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-misconduct.md), [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), jerrika duncan ### Les Moonves Exit Negotiations and CBS Clawback Provisions - **Episode:** [1066: Hunger Stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1066-hunger-stones.md) - **Published:** 2018-09-06 - **Time:** 1:39:36–1:41:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1066-hunger-stones/chapter/les-moonves-exit-negotiations-and-cbs-clawback-provisions.md CBS CEO Les Moonves is in settlement talks to exit the company following sexual harassment allegations. While his contract entitles him to $180 million, the board is reportedly offering $100 million in stock with a "clawback" provision. This would allow the company to reclaim the money if further investigations confirm inappropriate acts. Keywords: [les moonves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/les-moonves.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), joe iannello, [sexual harassment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-harassment.md) ### Luxembourg Housing Crisis and Angela Merkel Jobs Karma - **Episode:** [976: 10th Anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/976-10th-anniversary.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-27 - **Time:** 5:37:28–5:40:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/976-10th-anniversary/chapter/luxembourg-housing-crisis-and-angela-merkel-jobs-karma.md John LeClerc reports from Luxembourg on extreme housing prices reaching 10,000 euros per square meter. Sir Jose Abreu in Lisbon requests "Angela Merkel jobs karma" to assist with a potential severance situation in Europe. Keywords: [luxembourg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/luxembourg.md), [lisbon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisbon.md), [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md) ### Unlimited Vacation Policies, Silicon Valley Employment Trends - **Episode:** [923: Terror Put](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-23 - **Time:** 1:15:44–1:17:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put/chapter/unlimited-vacation-policies-silicon-valley-employment-trends.md A donor shares a warning about "unlimited vacation" policies in Silicon Valley startups. Because employees do not accrue specific days, companies are not required to pay out unused vacation time upon termination or resignation. The hosts advise listeners to negotiate for traditional accrued vacation days to avoid losing financial benefits. Keywords: unlimited vacation, [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), [employment law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/employment-law.md), [startups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/startups.md) ### Severed Feet Washing Ashore in the Pacific Northwest - **Episode:** [889: The Christmas Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/889-the-christmas-special.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-26 - **Time:** 1:32:50–1:34:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/889-the-christmas-special/chapter/severed-feet-washing-ashore-in-the-pacific-northwest.md The ongoing phenomenon of severed human feet washing ashore in the Pacific Northwest continues with a new discovery at Powell River. The hosts note a lack of coordination between Canadian and American authorities in tracking the total number of feet found in the Salish Sea. One instance was debunked as a sea lion paw placed inside a sneaker. Keywords: [vancouver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vancouver.md), [washington state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-state.md), [severed feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), [nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nike.md), sea lion, salish sea ### Austin Weather, Aviation Zulu Time, Severe Storm Delays - **Episode:** [724: Nice Fabric](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-24 - **Time:** 6:35–9:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/austin-weather-aviation-zulu-time-severe-storm-delays.md Severe weather in Austin, Texas, including tornado warnings and heavy rain throughout May, caused significant aviation delays. A host explains the use of "Zulu time" (UTC) in aviation forecasts and describes a flight delay at the gate that resulted in missing a landing slot. The aircraft eventually held in a holding pattern for nearly an hour due to slow-moving storms and "mini twisters" near the airfield. Keywords: [austin bergstrom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-bergstrom.md), zulu time, terminal area forecast, [aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md), severe weather ### British Columbia Severed Feet and Dolphin Rape Theories - **Episode:** [384: No Specific Plot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/384-no-specific-plot.md) - **Published:** 2012-02-19 - **Time:** 2:27–5:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/384-no-specific-plot/chapter/british-columbia-severed-feet-and-dolphin-rape-theories.md A discussion regarding the recurring discovery of severed feet on the shores of British Columbia touches on fringe internet theories involving aggressive dolphins. Personal anecdotes about "swimming with dolphins" experiences highlight the physical size and behavior of male dolphins in captivity. Keywords: [british columbia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/british-columbia.md), [severed feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), [dolphins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dolphins.md), interspecies aggression, swimming with dolphins ### Entertainment Tonight Movie Plugs, Hollywood Sign Severed Head - **Episode:** [376: Party@Ecropolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis.md) - **Published:** 2012-01-22 - **Time:** 1:07:36–1:11:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis/chapter/entertainment-tonight-movie-plugs-hollywood-sign-severed-head.md The hosts critique *Entertainment Tonight* for blending news with movie promotions, specifically a report on a severed head found near the Hollywood sign. The segment repeatedly references Brad Pitt's movie *Seven* and the 60s *Batman* series, leading the hosts to suspect the entire "news" story is a viral marketing stunt for DVD releases. Keywords: [entertainment tonight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entertainment-tonight.md), [movie promotion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-promotion.md), hollywood sign, severed head, [brad pitt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brad-pitt.md), seven ### Pacific Northwest Severed Feet and Tsunami Theories - **Episode:** [264: Chatter on the Interwebs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/264-chatter-on-the-interwebs.md) - **Published:** 2010-12-26 - **Time:** 49:39–51:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/264-chatter-on-the-interwebs/chapter/pacific-northwest-severed-feet-and-tsunami-theories.md The ongoing mystery of severed human feet washing up in the Pacific Northwest is addressed. A theory published in the Vancouver Sun suggests the feet belong to victims of the 2004 Asian tsunami, but the hosts dismiss this due to the discovery of an India-manufactured shoe not common in 2004. They maintain a dedicated tracking website, noagendafoots.com, for these occurrences. Keywords: [puget sound](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/puget-sound.md), [vancouver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vancouver.md), [severed feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), 2004 tsunami, shane lambert ### Washington State Severed Feet, No Agenda Foots - **Episode:** [262: Mothra Will Save Us!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/262-mothra-will-save-us.md) - **Published:** 2010-12-19 - **Time:** 57:34–1:00:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/262-mothra-will-save-us/chapter/washington-state-severed-feet-no-agenda-foots.md A child's foot found in a boot in Washington State marks the latest in a series of severed feet washing ashore in the Pacific Northwest. The hosts track the story via "noagendafoots.com," discussing the specific Ozark Trail brand boot sold at Walmart. They speculate whether the feet are medical cadaver pranks or evidence of a crime wave. Keywords: [washington state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-state.md), [severed feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), buster brown, [walmart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walmart.md), [forensic evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forensic-evidence.md) ### Severed Feet in Holland and England, Global Warming Gender Gap - **Episode:** [235: Disaster Capitalist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-16 - **Time:** 1:55:04–1:57:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/severed-feet-in-holland-and-england-global-warming-gender-gap.md The hosts report on a right foot washing up in Holland and a left foot from the same shoe manufacturer appearing in England. They also briefly mention a study claiming women are more likely to believe in global warming before discussing EPIC's lawsuit against the NSA regarding its partnership with Google. Keywords: [severed feet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severed-feet.md), [holland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holland.md), [england](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/england.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [freedom of information act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-of-information-act.md), [epic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epic.md) ### Severed Human Feet Discoveries, Sweden and Shark Attacks - **Episode:** [233: Jean versus Sean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/233-jean-versus-sean.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-09 - **Time:** 24:55–27:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/233-jean-versus-sean/chapter/severed-human-feet-discoveries-sweden-and-shark-attacks.md The hosts track a series of macabre news reports involving severed human feet found in Sweden and inside a tiger shark's stomach. While officials often claim no foul play is suspected, the hosts speculate on more sinister origins. One theory discussed involves a potential connection to international sports match-rigging syndicates. Keywords: [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), tiger shark, severed foot, forensic investigation, [sports rigging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports-rigging.md) ### British Columbia Foot Discoveries, Puget Sound Mystery - **Episode:** [231: Who's Retarded Now?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-02 - **Time:** 1:52:25–1:57:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/231-who-s-retarded-now/chapter/british-columbia-foot-discoveries-puget-sound-mystery.md A ninth severed human foot has washed ashore in the Puget Sound area, continuing a bizarre mystery that began in 2007. 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