# West Coast on The No Agenda Show West Coast comes up in 5 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2012 to September 2025. - **Chapters:** 5 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** November 2012 – September 2025 - **Related topics:** [Ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ants.md), [Argentinian Ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argentinian-ants.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Cbs News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [Comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md), [Cost Of Living](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cost-of-living.md), [Fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), [Hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [Homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md) ## Chapters 1–5 of 5 ### Pediatric Vaccination, West Coast Health Alliance - **Episode:** [1796: Zeds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-04 - **Time:** 46:48–52:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds/chapter/pediatric-vaccination-west-coast-health-alliance.md The governors of Washington, Oregon, and California have launched the West Coast Health Alliance to issue independent vaccine recommendations, citing the politicization of the CDC. While the alliance aims to follow guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics, concerns are raised regarding insurance coverage for healthy children and the potential for "shadow systems" of public health. Keywords: [pediatric vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pediatric-vaccines.md), west coast health alliance, [washington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington.md), [oregon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oregon.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md) ### National Homelessness Increase and Media Presentation - **Episode:** [989: Stick Controls](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/989-stick-controls.md) - **Published:** 2017-12-10 - **Time:** 1:30:57–1:32:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/989-stick-controls/chapter/national-homelessness-increase-and-media-presentation.md CBS News reports the first national increase in homelessness since 2010, with nearly 554,000 Americans currently unhoused. The surge is largely attributed to the soaring cost of living, particularly on the West Coast. The hosts critique the new CBS "Evening News Break" format for its use of dramatic orchestral music beds during serious news reporting. Keywords: [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md), [cost of living](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cost-of-living.md), [west coast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-coast.md), news music ### Argentinian Ant Infestations and Psychological Warfare Tactics - **Episode:** [791: Shunt Unit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/791-shunt-unit.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-17 - **Time:** 4:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/791-shunt-unit/chapter/argentinian-ant-infestations-and-psychological-warfare-tactics.md A discussion regarding an ant infestation at a West Coast studio leads to a detailed explanation of a unique pest control method. The strategy involves using a long-reach lighter to torch scout ants on kitchen counters while leaving the carcasses behind to "send a message" to the rest of the colony. This psychological approach to pest management is presented as an alternative to standard cleaning or chemical baits. Keywords: [ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ants.md), [west coast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-coast.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [pest control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pest-control.md), [psychological warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychological-warfare.md), [argentinian ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argentinian-ants.md) ### Radiation and Public Health Project, Robert Alvarez, and Hypothyroidism - **Episode:** [501: Resume Normal Activity!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/501-resume-normal-activity.md) - **Published:** 2013-04-04 - **Time:** 1:50:11–1:54:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/501-resume-normal-activity/chapter/radiation-and-public-health-project-robert-alvarez-and-hypothyroidism.md A report from the Radiation and Public Health Project claiming that Fukushima radiation caused hypothyroidism in West Coast infants is scrutinized. The hosts identify board member Robert Alvarez as a former Clinton administration official with a history of anti-nuclear activism. They argue the report is biased and designed to extort the nuclear industry rather than provide objective health data. Keywords: robert alvarez, [fukushima](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fukushima.md), [hypothyroidism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hypothyroidism.md), [radiation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radiation.md), [west coast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-coast.md), [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md) ### Canadian West Coast Species, Jeopardy Comedy Clip - **Episode:** [464: Iron Key](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-25 - **Time:** 22:34–25:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key/chapter/canadian-west-coast-species-jeopardy-comedy-clip.md A trivia question regarding the 9,600 species supported by Canada's west coast leads to a comedic clip where a contestant incorrectly guesses "severed feet." The segment serves as a brief interaction with Canadian listeners and a critique of game show formats. 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