Topic: John Perry

Climate Czar John Kerry is grilled by Representative Scott Perry regarding the "correct" amount of CO2 in the atmosphere. Perry points out that for millions of years, CO2 levels were significantly higher than they are today and that current temperatures have actually trended downward since 2015. Perry accuses Kerry and other world leaders of "grifting" off the climate movement.

A discussion on the Prevnar 13 pneumonia vaccine leads to a remembrance of Electronic Frontier Foundation co-founder John Perry Barlow. Barlow reportedly blamed medical errors at Stanford for his declining health before eventually succumbing to pneumonia-related complications.

A letter from a listener in New York expresses distress over the perceived dismissive tone regarding COVID-19 deaths, citing personal losses in Miami. The response highlights that high mortality rates from seasonal flu in previous years, such as the strain that killed John Perry Barlow, were often ignored by the media during the Obama administration.

John Perry Barlow, the Grateful Dead lyricist and co-founder of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), has passed away following complications from a 2015 heart attack. His complex political history, including managing a campaign for Dick Cheney and his role in early internet activism, is recounted alongside personal anecdotes about his poetic nature and past disputes over the MTV.com domain.

A story circulates about a Gold Star family being "booed" by first-class passengers on a flight because the plane was delayed to transport their son's remains. The hosts express extreme skepticism, suggesting the story is "nonsense" or "fake news." They argue that passengers on a commercial airline would never behave that way if they understood the situation.

The FBI is accused of using the San Bernardino terrorist attack as a "publicity stunt" to gain a legal precedent for bypassing iPhone security features. The theory suggests the government is less interested in the specific data on the shooter's phone and more interested in obtaining a "trick" to unlock a backlog of 175 other iPhones currently in their possession. This is compared to the TSA's mission creep, where anti-terrorism measures are frequently used to prosecute non-terror related crimes like drug possession.

The hosts theorize that a massive "turf war" is occurring between the CIA, NSA, FBI, and the White House. They express deep distrust of Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) co-founder John Perry Barlow, labeling him a CIA operative. They analyze a clip of Barlow expressing "underlying faith" in the Obama administration, which they interpret as a sign that he is working to protect the establishment while appearing to support Julian Assange.

The hosts delve into the biography of John Perry Barlow, questioning how a retired cattle rancher and Grateful Dead lyricist became a central figure in cyber-libertarianism. They mock his "Super Smart Musician" designation by Time Magazine and his various fellowships. Dvorak recounts a personal story of a near-fistfight between Barlow and journalist Greg Paschal, reinforcing his view of Barlow as a "liar."

The hosts analyze a Sky News interview with Julian Assange that featured John Perry Barlow sitting prominently in the frame. They argue the "two-shot" was a deliberate piece of visual messaging to the intelligence community, signaling that the CIA still "owns" or supports Assange. They compare this to how celebrities like George Clooney are managed by handlers to ensure they stay "on the rails."

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 361 of the No Agenda show from their new location in Austin, Texas. Curry describes his new home setup at "Camp MoFo" and mentions receiving a "Judge" revolver as a housewarming gift. The hosts discuss the local culture in Texas, Curry's status as a "gypsy" moving from place to place, and an upcoming lunch meeting with Governor Rick Perry.

A new website, DrunkRickPerry.com, was created following a viral video of the Texas Governor appearing intoxicated or impaired during a speech. The hosts also mention the upcoming Podcast Awards and the lack of a physical prize.

An article by John L. Perry titled "Obama Risks a Domestic Military Intervention," which was briefly published on Newsmax before being removed, is discussed. The piece explores the remote possibility of a "civilized" or "bloodless" military coup in the United States as a last resort to resolve political tensions. The hosts note Perry's background as a former White House staffer for two presidents and speculate on why the column was retracted.

Adam Curry recounts his legal dispute with MTV over the MTV.com domain name, which he had registered with the company's initial permission. He expresses disappointment with the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) for refusing to assist in the case. The conflict was eventually settled out of court with a non-disparagement agreement, and Curry reflects on how modern ICANN rules would have handled the situation differently.