Topic: Doctors Without Borders

Violence has erupted at Ebola treatment centers in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with facilities in Katwa and Butembo being set on fire. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) suspended operations after armed groups attacked the centers. Reports suggest local mistrust of foreign medical workers is high, though some suspect the unrest is linked to control over cobalt mining regions.

The first anniversary of the U.S. bombing of a Doctors Without Borders hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, is marked by calls for accountability. Meanwhile, the European Union is negotiating a deal to pay Afghanistan 1.3 billion euros annually to accept deported migrants. The hosts compare this to the previous EU-Turkey deal and criticize the use of public funds for these arrangements.

A personal anecdote describes an encounter in Austin with fundraisers wearing Doctors Without Borders t-shirts who were actually working for a third-party group called "Grassroots Texas." The segment warns against organizations that collect money for charities while taking a significant cut for "progressive issues."

The Pentagon released a 3,000-page report on the October 2015 US airstrike on a Doctors Without Borders hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan. General Joseph Votel stated that while 16 service members were disciplined for "human error," no criminal charges were filed. The report cites a series of failures, including the aircrew's lack of a "no-strike list" and misidentification of the target building.

The hosts explore allegations that Doctors Without Borders (MSF) functions as a lobbying group for vaccines, noting a recent protest against Pfizer regarding pneumonia vaccine pricing. They also discuss unverified claims linking MSF leadership to intelligence agencies. The segment concludes with a call for military listeners to provide insight into the weaponry used in the Kunduz airstrike.

Attorney General Loretta Lynch announces 16 more indictments against FIFA officials for a "decades-long multimillion dollar corruption scheme." Meanwhile, Doctors Without Borders reports its fourth facility attack in recent weeks, this time a mobile clinic in Yemen bombed by the Saudi-led coalition. The hosts contrast the heavy media coverage of soccer corruption with the lack of attention on hospital bombings.

General John Campbell's report on the US airstrike on a Doctors Without Borders (MSF) hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, is reviewed. The military attributes the tragedy to "human error" and equipment failure, while the hosts express skepticism over the "glitch" narrative. A side discussion explores the theory that JAG lawyers are increasingly embedded throughout the US criminal justice system.

The hosts note the box office failure of the new Steve Jobs movie written by Aaron Sorkin. They also discuss the recent bombing of another Doctors Without Borders (MSF) hospital in Yemen, speculating on the Obama administration's tense relationship with the organization following the Ebola crisis.

An investigation into the U.S. airstrike on a Doctors Without Borders (MSF) hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, highlights potential war crimes. Cockpit recordings from the AC-130 gunship suggest the crew questioned the legality of the strike. MSF President Joanne Liu called for an independent international fact-finding commission to investigate the incident.

General John Campbell addressed the "tragic" US airstrike on a Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan. While the military initially claimed the strike was requested by Afghan forces, Campbell clarified the decision was made within the US chain of command. The hosts express skepticism over the "mistake," noting the precision of modern GPS targeting and questioning the General's call for "in-depth training" following the incident.

A US airstrike hit a Doctors Without Borders hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan, killing at least 19 people. While Afghan officials claimed Taliban fighters were using the facility, the aid organization denied the presence of militants and noted that the Pentagon had been provided with the hospital's GPS coordinates.

The CDC released a projection that 1.4 million people could be infected with Ebola if no action is taken to slow the outbreak. This "worst-case scenario" number has dominated headlines, despite being based on the assumption that "nothing whatsoever" would be done. The segment highlights the disconnect between these shocking projections and the actual funds being raised by organizations like Doctors Without Borders.

Doctors Without Borders warns that the Ebola outbreak in West Africa is "out of control" following 400 deaths. The segment discusses the rapid spread of the virus and the testing of experimental vaccines on volunteers in the affected regions.

The Central African Republic is descending into a state of "rubbilization," characterized by extreme violence and the displacement of 33,000 foreign nationals. Despite the presence of 1,600 French peacekeepers, reports indicate rebels are entering hospitals to commit massacres, drawing comparisons to the Rwandan genocide. The lack of a robust UN or international response suggests the country is being allowed to collapse before major rebuilding contracts are eventually issued.

A listener highlights a flu vaccine scandal in Australia, leading to a discussion about the lack of legal recourse against vaccine manufacturers. The hosts make a direct appeal for financial support, comparing the cost of the podcast to the price of a movie ticket and emphasizing their independence from corporate interests.

Sophie Delaunay of Doctors Without Borders discussed the challenges of vaccine campaigns in Nigeria and Pakistan, where religious and political concerns have led to anti-vaccine movements. She noted a "risky compact" in Pakistan where the military used immunization programs to gather DNA samples from Osama bin Laden's family. This breach of trust is cited as a major hurdle for global health initiatives.

New website forwards for the show are announced, including abhorrent.us and subjugate.me. A segment discusses a WikiLeaks revelation claiming that Guantanamo Bay interrogators identified potential terrorists by their use of cheap Casio F-91W digital watches. The hosts joke about creating No Agenda branded Casio watches to trigger TSA security protocols. Additionally, a donation match for Doctors Without Borders is highlighted for a producer running the Stockholm Marathon.

The website Look to the Stars is used to track celebrity charitable efforts following the Japan earthquake, including auctions involving Kim Kardashian and Bono. The hosts argue that Japan, as a wealthy nation, does not require "nickel and dime" celebrity charity and suggest donating to Doctors Without Borders instead.

The hosts read donations from listeners, including Adam Birkpile, creator of the Pocket No Agenda app, and John Snyder. A listener warns against promoting Doctors Without Borders, prompting a discussion about the financial transparency of the International Red Cross. The hosts claim the Red Cross has $600 million in the bank and operates more like a profitable human rights organization than a medical one.

Reports from Haiti suggest a conflict between American surgeons and Doctors Without Borders regarding the high rate of limb amputations. Critics allege that some American doctors are performing "guillotine-style" amputations on salvageable limbs because they do not want to provide the necessary long-term follow-up care.