Topic: Nyu

The segment explores the financial incentives for pediatricians to maintain high vaccination rates within their practices. Claims are made that a significant portion of pediatric income is derived from bonuses tied to full vaccination compliance. The hosts argue that the push for herd immunity is often driven by pharmaceutical profit motives rather than purely clinical outcomes.

Graduating students at NYU viral video showcase highly specialized and abstract "concentrations," such as "the performance of self," "care politics," and "queering and decolonizing theater practice." The hosts argue that these degrees leave graduates "unhirable" in the traditional economy, potentially fueling the demand for Universal Basic Income (UBI). The segment critiques the modern university system for prioritizing social mechanisms over practical skills like engineering.

Pro-Palestinian protests and encampments are spreading across major U.S. universities, including NYU and Columbia. The hosts observe that many protesters use identical green tents and wear medical masks, suggesting a high level of organization. They play a clip of an NYU student who admits to being uneducated about the specific demands of the protest, highlighting a perceived lack of depth among the participants.

Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat appeared on MSNBC to link Donald Trump's immigration rhetoric to 1920s fascist leaders like Benito Mussolini. She claimed that the framing of migrants as a threat to "white civilization" is a hallmark of right-wing authoritarianism. The segment also critiques how media outlets use selective clips of Speaker Mike Johnson to validate these academic theories.

Health officials have identified cases of "super gonorrhea" in the United States that are resistant to five classes of antibiotics. The discussion criticizes the pharmaceutical industry for abandoning antibiotic research in favor of more profitable lifestyle drugs, leading to the rise of untreatable bacterial strains.

Art Kaplan of the NYU Division of Medical Ethics argues that it is ethically permissible for doctors to refuse treatment to unvaccinated patients to protect staff and other patients. The hosts compare this stance to historical medical discrimination and express concern that the healthcare system is abandoning its fundamental duty to treat the sick.

Medical ethicist Arthur Kaplan argues that vaccine passports are an inevitable tool for controlling COVID-19 outbreaks, comparing them to existing yellow fever vaccination requirements for international travel. Venues like Madison Square Garden and companies like Ticketmaster are cited as early adopters of such verification systems.

The show concludes with a reference to Sharyl Attkisson's speech regarding the corruption of modern media and the abandonment of objective journalism. The hosts sign off with a final end-of-show mix featuring Joe Biden clips and a warning that "COVID-19 is never going to end."

NYU Professor Mark Crispin Miller is suing 19 colleagues after they demanded a review of his conduct following a student's tweet criticizing his skepticism of mask mandates. Miller, who has taught propaganda for 20 years, argues that the university and the CDC used propaganda techniques to silence his academic inquiry into COVID-19 data.

A study from NYU's Grossman School of Medicine found that a combination of hydroxychloroquine, zinc, and azithromycin significantly reduced mortality in COVID-19 patients. Dr. Robin Armstrong in Galveston, Texas, also reported success using the drug to treat elderly patients. The hosts argue that the media's hatred of Trump has led to the suppression of a life-saving treatment.

Extinction Rebellion protesters were arrested in Times Square after shutting down an intersection to demand action on climate change. A student from NYU expressed fear over a "sixth mass extinction" and called for multiple "Green New Deals." In London, commuters reportedly took matters into their own hands by dragging protesters off the roofs of subway trains.

During a session titled "The Trump Regime and The American Press," NYU professor Jay Rosen is asked a question by a "No Agenda" listener regarding the Goldwater Rule. The listener, identified as Dame Tanya, asks if the rule is the reason journalists are reluctant to report on the President's psychological issues. Rosen reportedly spent several minutes addressing the factor of psychiatric ethics in political journalism.

New York University apologized and fired two food service employees after a Black History Month menu featured ribs, collard greens, and watermelon-flavored water. The school deemed the menu "racially insensitive," despite the items being traditional staples. The episode concludes with a final sign-off and a musical mix featuring Justin Trudeau's "peoplekind" comments.

A new study from NYU Langone confirms the effectiveness of CBD in treating rare forms of epilepsy. The hosts argue that this "scientific rigor" is being used to pave the way for pharmaceutical companies to patent CBD products while the government continues to crack down on "illegal" street versions.

During a session on the Trump regime and the press, NYU professor Jay Rosen was asked about the "Goldwater Rule," which discourages psychiatrists from diagnosing public figures. The question, posed by a No Agenda listener, explored why journalists are reluctant to report on Trump's psychological state.

Volunteers at New York University held a "Data Rescue" event to archive federal environmental data they fear may be deleted by the Trump administration. Critics argue that government data is rarely lost in this manner and call for more focus on peer-reviewed science over consensus.

A viral video featuring a woman screaming at the NYPD and identifying herself as a "professor" was revealed to be Rebecca Goyette, a performance artist. Goyette, who holds an MFA and has a website featuring provocative art projects, appeared to be using the protest environment to further her career or artistic persona.

President Obama's weekly address regarding Hurricane Sandy is analyzed, specifically his instruction for citizens to call FEMA rather than help neighbors directly. The hosts critique the "produced" stories of heroism, such as the evacuation of newborns at NYU and Coast Guard rescues. They argue that these narratives mask the fact that many elderly residents in Manhattan remained without food or assistance for days.

A report from Stanford and NYU detailing the "double tap" drone strike tactic in Pakistan is analyzed. The study finds that follow-up strikes often kill first responders and rescuers, creating a climate of terror where civilians are afraid to assist the wounded.