Topic: Cal

YouTuber Nick Shirley released a video exposing massive hospice and home healthcare fraud in California. He reports a 1,000% increase in hospice care in Los Angeles County, with many facilities existing only as empty offices. The fraud involves stealing Medicare beneficiary numbers to bill the government for services never provided to patients.

The discussion turns to the perceived elitism in higher education, with the hosts rejecting the notion that university-educated voters are inherently "smarter." They also mock MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle for repeatedly mispronouncing the name of Trump's Defense Secretary pick, Pete Hegseth, and the media's fixation on his "Jerusalem Cross" tattoo.

The Community Assistance Recovery & Empowerment (CARE) Court is Newsom's new framework for mandating treatment for individuals with severe mental health and substance use disorders. The plan involves a $14 billion investment to provide housing units and court-ordered care plans. Critics describe the system as a "totalitarian" solution that uses kangaroo courts to bypass traditional legislative processes.

Christoph Eaton was knighted as "Ace of Paints" following a significant donation. Other community members, including Sir Cal of Lavender Blossoms and Linda Lou Patkin, were recognized for their ongoing support and professional services. The segment concluded with a reminder that Executive Producer credits are recognized on IMDb as valid industry credentials.

The discussion explores the influence of Marxist ideology on American social movements and the history of corruption within the PLO. It highlights reports of Yasser Arafat's multi-billion dollar Swiss bank accounts and the financial concessions that defined the early governance of Gaza.

A listener's criticism of a Victor Davis Hanson video prompts a discussion on the radicalization of higher education. The analysis suggests that university students are being taught an anti-colonialist framework that views Western nations as inherently bad, leading to a double standard in how conflicts in Ukraine and Israel are perceived.

A series of high-value donations are acknowledged, including a mysterious check from James Gemmell postmarked in Australia but drawn on a New York bank, jokingly attributed to MI6. Mark Murphy is recognized for his "Cal Ripken caliber" consistency in supporting the show.

A detailed reading of associate executive producer donations and notes, including birthday call-outs and job karma requests. The segment concludes the primary donation honors for episode 1435, emphasizing the community's role in funding the show.

Stanford University has updated its COVID-19 policy to require weekly testing for all students and staff regardless of vaccination status. This follows similar mandates at Cal, though the Stanford policy allows for the removal of masks if testing is maintained. The hosts argue that these shifting policies demonstrate that the vaccines are not working as originally promised.

An MSNBC report from Florida and Wisconsin features correspondent Cal Perry wearing a mask while criticizing beachgoers for not wearing them. During the live segment, a passerby points out that the camera crew is also not wearing masks, highlighting perceived media hypocrisy regarding COVID-19 safety protocols. The discussion notes the irony of reporters calling out the public while their own teams ignore social distancing and mask mandates.

In a rare exception to show rules, "horse race karma" was granted to a producer's horse named "Fast Enough." The horse subsequently won the Cal Cup Derby after starting in last place and making a wide bid on the outside. The hosts joke about the "rigged" nature of No Agenda karma and suggest they are owed a finders fee for the victory.

Cal Fire issued a directive to amateur radio repeater owners demanding high application and leasing fees to remain on state-owned mountain sites, citing technological advances as a reason to end financial support for ham operators. The "No Agenda Hams" (NAMs) are organizing in response to these restrictions, which critics argue undermine a vital public service during emergencies.

The show acknowledges high-tier donors and discusses health tips like Chaga mushroom tea and Lion's Mane for memory. A producer shared a link to an animation from the Netflix show "Disjointed" that humorously summarizes various conspiracy theories in one minute.

The second donation segment acknowledges contributors like Tony Santos and Sir Cal of Northville, Michigan. Baroness Bang Bang's title upgrade is finalized, and the hosts announce the upcoming 11th anniversary show, emphasizing the longevity of the podcast and the continued support of the "Value Network."

Venture capitalist Tim Draper is promoting the "Cal 3" initiative to split California into three separate states, arguing the current state is unmanageable. During an interview with Tucker Carlson, Draper suggested that "the blockchain is changing everything" regarding governance and voting. Critics express concern that blockchain-based online voting would be ripe for corruption and could lead to the "forking" of democratic results.

Sir Cal requested "goat karma" for producers supporting his business, Lavender Blossoms, which sells lip balms and other products. Several donations were made in honor of International Women's Day. Adam Curry announced he would be traveling to the Netherlands to broadcast the upcoming Sunday show from Amsterdam.

The New York City Marathon featured unprecedented security, including sniper teams and "heavy weapons teams" following a recent terror attack. American Shalane Flanagan became the first US woman to win the race in 40 years, while Kenya's Geoffrey Kamworor won the men's division. The hosts comment on the intensity of the military-style presence at the sporting event.

The definition of racism is analyzed, with the observation that it has shifted from a focus on biological race to including ethnic groups and general "ethnocentrism." The 1988 firing of Jimmy "The Greek" Snyder is cited as an example of "complimentary racism" regarding the genetic superiority of black athletes. The discussion concludes that the word "racist" is being overused as a random epithet, causing it to lose its original power.

The hosts discuss the "Peerage Committee" for donor ranks and the restrictions of the Medi-Cal system, which reportedly prevents patients from paying cash for faster service. Former Google engineer Matt Cutts is noted for joining the Pentagon's "Defense Digital Service." The segment concludes with a formal knighting ceremony for several high-level donors.

Professor Melina Abdullah of Cal State LA described the current political system as "white supremacist heteronormative patriarchal capitalism." The hosts dissect the use of the term "heteronormative" as a code word within the Black Lives Matter movement to critique traditional social structures.