Topic: Latin X

A new Moderna vaccine named "Nex Spike" has drawn attention due to the Latin translation of "Nex" meaning death, though a Latin generator translates the full name as "don't." Meanwhile, a Netflix documentary titled "Pangolin: Kulu's Journey" aims to protect the endangered mammal. This shift in media portrayal is noted, as pangolins were previously blamed for the spread of COVID-19.

Steve Bannon discussed a potential schism in the Catholic Church between traditionalists and the "radical" direction of Pope Francis (referred to as Bergoglio). Bannon claimed the conclave that elected the current Pope was "rigged" and that the Vatican is desperate for American cash due to its illiquid assets. He identified Cardinal Prevost as a "dark horse" acolyte of Francis who was placed to maintain the current theological trajectory.

The final segment of the show includes a long list of $50 donors and birthday call-outs. A note from producer David Steele highlights the show's popularity among traditional Catholics and Latin Mass attendees. The hosts thank the "back-end" team and the global community of producers for making the 1708th episode possible.

A donation from Mark Peckney leads to a discussion about the Department of Justice's reported surveillance of traditionalist Catholics who prefer the Latin Mass. The hosts critique the government's characterization of these religious groups as potential domestic extremists. The segment highlights the growing tension between traditional religious practices and federal law enforcement priorities.

China has expanded its economic and military influence in Latin America through "predatory loans" and infrastructure projects under the Belt and Road Initiative. Reports indicate China operates a military-run space base in Argentina and is linked to a spy base in Cuba. Critics argue the US has neglected the region, allowing China to dominate the economies of countries like Brazil and Venezuela.

The coronation of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey is analyzed with a focus on the lack of military precision during the parade. Comparisons are made between the British soldiers' footwork and the lockstep performance seen on Chinese state television. A specific audio clip from the ceremony is played to investigate a humorous phonetic misinterpretation of the choir's Latin singing.

Steven Spielberg's remake of "West Side Story" faced internal and external scrutiny regarding the casting of the rival gangs. The production attempted to navigate modern identity politics by ensuring specific ethnic representation for the Puerto Rican characters, reflecting broader industry shifts in casting requirements.

The CIA released a series of recruitment videos on its new YouTube channel featuring "woke" terminology and identity politics. One video features a Latina officer describing herself as a "cisgender millennial" with "generalized anxiety disorder." Critics, including video podcaster Shoe on Head and commentator Krystal Ball, argue the agency is using progressive language to mask its historical role in international intervention.

Nick Giori, a teacher in Connecticut, discusses the influx of New Yorkers buying coastal property and his work teaching Spanish and Latin. He recommends Dan Carlin's "Hardcore History" podcast, specifically the series on the fall of the Roman Republic, for its parallels to modern politics. The segment concludes with a request for the "noodle gun" jingle.

Classroom "privilege exercises" are criticized for using inaccurate demographic data to categorize students by race and sexual orientation. A rhetorical strategy is proposed to counter accusations of white privilege by questioning the "privilege" of the accuser in assuming an individual's racial identity. This highlights the tension between individual identity and the broad racial categories used in diversity training.

Gene Mikoff donates $500 to facilitate the knighthood of Geoffrey B. Marcy. Other listeners send in donations for "F-cancer" karma and "de-douching" jingles. A teacher from Texas, Sean Kunath, writes in about the value of teaching Latin and the declining state of the American educational system, which he describes as becoming too utilitarian.

New York City health officials reported the first suspected case of female-to-male sexual transmission of the Zika virus. Meanwhile, researchers at Imperial College London released a computer model suggesting the Zika epidemic in Latin America will likely burn itself out within three years as populations develop immunity.

President Barack Obama issued a proclamation terminating Russia's designation as a beneficiary developing country under the Trade Act of 1974, effectively reinstating import duties. Meanwhile, the Foreign Policy Initiative highlights China's military growth and assertive foreign policy as a primary concern for Washington's interests in the Asia-Pacific region.

Listeners provided etymological corrections, noting that the Latin root for "penalty" is *poenalis* (pain) rather than *penis*. The show also clarified its customer service procedures, directing producers to contact "Eric the Shill" for issues regarding No Agenda rings or donation notes. Producers are encouraged to use the PayPal "note to recipient" field to ensure their messages are read on air.

John Kerry's first trip to Latin America as Secretary of State was overshadowed by revelations regarding NSA surveillance. RT's coverage of the trip included a pun about Kerry "assuming the position," which the hosts use to further their critique of the network's attempt at intellectual humor.

Following the sudden death of Ghana's President John Attamills, the U.S. announced an expansion of the drug war into 15 African countries. The DEA claims these units are necessary to combat Latin American cartels smuggling cocaine into Europe via West Africa. The hosts question the logic of American taxpayers funding drug enforcement in Ghana to protect Europe, suggesting it is a cover for broader geopolitical maneuvering.

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez suggested that the United States may have developed technology to induce cancer in Latin American leaders. This follows cancer diagnoses for Chavez and the President of Argentina. The hosts mock the idea of a "US cancer machine" while noting the bizarre nature of the claim.

Adam Curry discusses the development of official No Agenda rings for the show's knights. The rings are intended to be used for imprinting logos into sealing wax. Potential Latin mottos for the rings include "In Mane" (In the Morning) and phrases related to the show's "hit people in the mouth" branding.