# Usgs on The No Agenda Show Usgs comes up in 15 chapters across 15 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2008 to June 2026. - **Chapters:** 15 - **Episodes:** 15 - **Discussed:** September 2008 – June 2026 - **Related topics:** [Earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [Earthquakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquakes.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Richter Scale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richter-scale.md), [Berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [Carmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carmel.md), [Christchurch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christchurch.md), [Clint Eastwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clint-eastwood.md), [Dea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dea.md), [Earthquake Machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake-machine.md) ## Chapters 1–15 of 15 ### San Andreas Fault Pressure and Earthquake Risks - **Episode:** [1878: Dream Build Loop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-18 - **Time:** 1:24:38–1:27:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop/chapter/san-andreas-fault-pressure-and-earthquake-risks.md A new USGS study indicates that the San Andreas Fault has reached its highest pressure level in 1,000 years, increasing the likelihood of a massive earthquake in Southern California. Seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones warns that a double fault rupture through the Cajon Pass could be significantly more destructive than the 1989 Loma Prieta quake. Keywords: san andreas fault, [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), lucy jones, cajon pass, [loma prieta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loma-prieta.md) ### New Jersey Earthquake, East Coast Seismic Activity - **Episode:** [1649: Stay Alarmed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-07 - **Time:** 8:11–11:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed/chapter/new-jersey-earthquake-east-coast-seismic-activity.md A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Lebanon, New Jersey, on April 5, 2024, with tremors felt by an estimated 42 million people across the eastern seaboard. While no major damage was reported, the event caused significant media alarm in New York City and Washington D.C. Local officials and news anchors urged residents to "stay alarmed" despite the relatively low magnitude compared to West Coast standards. Keywords: lebanon new jersey, [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), eastern seaboard, epicenter ### Southern California Earthquake, July 4th Show Wrap - **Episode:** [1152: Veergayin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1152-veergayin.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-07 - **Time:** 2:26:10–2:30:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1152-veergayin/chapter/southern-california-earthquake-july-4th-show-wrap.md A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California during the live broadcast. The hosts conclude the show by discussing local holiday plans, the quality of fireworks displays, and reminding listeners to support the program via the value-for-value model. Keywords: [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [southern california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-california.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), [independence day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/independence-day.md), [fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) ### Berkeley Earthquake, User-Generated Reporting via USGS - **Episode:** [996: Rats on a Plane](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-05 - **Time:** 2:58–7:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane/chapter/berkeley-earthquake-user-generated-reporting-via-usgs.md A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck near the Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, California, waking residents across the Bay Area. The tremor lasted approximately three seconds and was described as a significant shaker rather than a typical short jolt. Residents are encouraged to use the USGS "Did You Feel It?" crowdsourced reporting service to document their experiences. Keywords: [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), claremont hotel, [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [richter scale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richter-scale.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), magnitude 4.5 ### Human-Induced Earthquakes, Show Outro, Anal Leakage Warning - **Episode:** [829: quote un-quote](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/829-quote-un-quote.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-29 - **Time:** 2:59:03–3:03:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/829-quote-un-quote/chapter/human-induced-earthquakes-show-outro-anal-leakage-warning.md The USGS reports that 7 million people in the central United States are at risk of earthquakes induced by wastewater injection from oil and gas drilling. The show concludes with a Memorial Day sign-off and a satirical "anal leakage" disclaimer. Keywords: [earthquakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquakes.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), [wastewater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wastewater.md), [oklahoma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oklahoma.md), [kansas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kansas.md) ### Clip Blitz: Brazil Olympics, Fracking Earthquakes, and Wild Turkeys - **Episode:** [812: Non-Disabled](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/812-non-disabled.md) - **Published:** 2016-03-31 - **Time:** 2:41:14–2:44:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/812-non-disabled/chapter/clip-blitz-brazil-olympics-fracking-earthquakes-and-wild-turkeys.md The "Clip Blitz" segment covers NBC's record ad sales for the Rio Olympics, a USGS report linking earthquakes in Oklahoma to wastewater injection from drilling, and Foxconn's takeover of Sharp. It also highlights a $86 million DEA aircraft that never flew and a humorous report of a mail carrier being attacked by wild turkeys in New Jersey. Keywords: [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [rio olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rio-olympics.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), [earthquakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquakes.md), [foxconn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foxconn.md), sharp, [dea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dea.md), wild turkeys ### San Francisco Bay Historical Maps and Sea Level Stability - **Episode:** [787: Climate Deaths](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/787-climate-deaths.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-03 - **Time:** 36:37–39:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/787-climate-deaths/chapter/san-francisco-bay-historical-maps-and-sea-level-stability.md A comparison of USGS maps from 1895 and the present day shows that the mudflats in the San Francisco Bay have remained largely unchanged. This physical evidence is used to challenge claims of significant sea level rise over the last century. The maps also reveal how areas like Richmond were originally islands before being filled in. Keywords: [san francisco bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco-bay.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), historical maps, [sea level](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-level.md), [mudflats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mudflats.md) ### Richter Scale Replacement and USGS Data Changes - **Episode:** [515: Wantonly Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/515-wantonly-podcasting.md) - **Published:** 2013-05-23 - **Time:** 21:28–24:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/515-wantonly-podcasting/chapter/richter-scale-replacement-and-usgs-data-changes.md A discussion with a University of Texas scientist reveals that the Richter scale was officially replaced by the USGS in 2002 with a different measurement system. The change is described as a media-driven shift that many in the general public and even some in the scientific community were slow to recognize. Keywords: [richter scale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richter-scale.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), earthquake measurement, [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [university of texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-texas.md) ### UC Davis Pepper Spray Report and USGS Earthquake Warnings - **Episode:** [399: Hip-Check China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china.md) - **Published:** 2012-04-12 - **Time:** 2:28:11–2:32:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china/chapter/uc-davis-pepper-spray-report-and-usgs-earthquake-warnings.md A task force report slammed the UC Davis Police Department for the "disproportionate" pepper-spraying of students. Separately, the USGS issued a warning of an 84% chance of a major earthquake in Seattle within 50 years. The hosts speculate that these geological warnings are being used to influence future building codes and "sustainable" development agendas. Keywords: [uc davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uc-davis.md), [pepper spray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pepper-spray.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), [seattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seattle.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md) ### Christchurch Earthquake, Earthquake Machine Conspiracy Claims - **Episode:** [281: Escape from Madrid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/281-escape-from-madrid.md) - **Published:** 2011-02-24 - **Time:** 4:28–9:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/281-escape-from-madrid/chapter/christchurch-earthquake-earthquake-machine-conspiracy-claims.md The discussion focuses on the devastating earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand. Claims are made regarding the existence of "earthquake machines" and weather modification technology, citing past congressional testimony. Dvorak explains the phenomenon of liquefaction observed in the Marina district during the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. Keywords: [christchurch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christchurch.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [earthquake machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake-machine.md), [haarp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haarp.md), liquefaction, [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md) ### California Arc Storm Scenario, Megastorm Predictions - **Episode:** [270: Call of Doody](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/270-call-of-doody.md) - **Published:** 2011-01-16 - **Time:** 1:42:48–1:48:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/270-call-of-doody/chapter/california-arc-storm-scenario-megastorm-predictions.md The USGS has unveiled the "Arc Storm" scenario, a hypothetical megastorm that could flood California with feet of water, similar to a storm that occurred in 1861. The hosts mock the "science is in" narrative and search for potential Hollywood movie tie-ins to the disaster scenario. Keywords: arc storm, [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), flood, megastorm, lucy jones ### Great California ShakeOut and Baja Earthquake - **Episode:** [245: Bow to the Aqua Buddha](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/245-bow-to-the-aqua-buddha.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-21 - **Time:** 2:03:29–2:06:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/245-bow-to-the-aqua-buddha/chapter/great-california-shakeout-and-baja-earthquake.md The "Great California ShakeOut" drill coincided with a real 6.6 magnitude earthquake in Baja, California. The hosts critique the official "drop, cover, and hold on" advice provided by organizations like the Red Cross and USGS, arguing that such measures are often ineffective during major seismic events. Keywords: great california shakeout, [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), baja, [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), [emergency management](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-management.md) ### Tour de France, Philippines Earthquakes, USGS Twitter - **Episode:** [220: Hillary For President!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/220-hillary-for-president.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-25 - **Time:** 1:23:52–1:26:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/220-hillary-for-president/chapter/tour-de-france-philippines-earthquakes-usgs-twitter.md Brief news items include a theory about a mechanical sabotage in the Tour de France favoring a Spanish rider and a series of three magnitude 7+ earthquakes in the Philippines. The hosts highlight a USGS Twitter post stating that such a sequence of closely spaced quakes is unprecedented. Keywords: tour de france, [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [earthquakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquakes.md), [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md), [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md) ### California Seismic Activity and Baja Earthquake Swarm - **Episode:** [191: Bully for You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/191-bully-for-you.md) - **Published:** 2010-04-15 - **Time:** 44:01–44:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/191-bully-for-you/chapter/california-seismic-activity-and-baja-earthquake-swarm.md A minor tremor is felt during the recording, prompting a check of the USGS app. The hosts note a massive swarm of thousands of earthquakes occurring daily in Baja California and a recent magnitude 4.0 near the Berkeley Hills. Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), baja, [usgs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usgs.md), berkeley hills ### Atlantic Storms, Earthquake Patterns and Carmel Visions - **Episode:** [46: Israel to Bomb Iran Nothing to See Here Folks Just Shooting Moose...](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/46-israel-to-bomb-iran-nothing-to-see-here-folks-just-shooting-moose.md) - **Published:** 2008-09-06 - **Time:** 0:02–4:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/46-israel-to-bomb-iran-nothing-to-see-here-folks-just-shooting-moose/chapter/atlantic-storms-earthquake-patterns-and-carmel-visions.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak discuss recent extreme weather including Atlantic storms and a series of hurricanes hitting Florida. 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