3 chapters across the catalog
A retrospective look at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) connects the organization to the "Economic Hitman" theories of John Perkins. Archival audio from 2009 shows the podcast's long-term tracking of USAID's role in funding pandemic research and international development as a tool for American foreign policy. The agency is characterized as an independent entity that often serves corporate interests under the guise of humanitarian aid.
The host discusses scheduling difficulties with "The Grimerica Show," noting that their Wednesday night recording time is inconvenient. Recent donations from San Antonio and Austin producers celebrate the success of the "5-112 local" joint meetup. The segment highlights the strong community ties in Texas and the continued growth of local "No Agenda" chapters.
GeenStijl Blog and Dutch Emergency Number Donation
Bart Nijman of the Dutch blog GeenStijl donated 112 euros, referencing the Netherlands' emergency phone number. The hosts discuss the blog's history of "raking people over the coals" and its current status within the Dutch media landscape. Nijman's donation is framed as a "de-douching" for years of listening without contributing.
