20 chapters across the catalog
The hosts review listener-submitted artwork for episode 1587, titled "Comely." They critique various styles, including "surfer magazine" art and parodies of the Sex Pistols' album cover, ultimately selecting a piece featuring an old Walkman by Capitalist Agenda.
Booz Allen Hamilton Investigation and "Assault Pistols"
The Department of Justice has launched a civil and criminal investigation into Booz Allen Hamilton regarding its cost accounting and government charging practices, causing the company's stock to plunge. In a separate item, a memo from Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam introduces the term "assault pistols" to its list of prohibited weapons. The hosts mock the ever-expanding terminology used to regulate firearms.
A shooting at a UPS warehouse in San Francisco is used to highlight the emergence of the term "assault pistol" in media reports. The hosts deconstruct the technical inaccuracy of the term and suggest it is a new talking point designed to further gun control agendas. They compare the weapons mentioned to "party guns" like the Mac-10.
John Lydon, formerly Johnny Rotten of the Sex Pistols, appeared on *Good Morning Britain* to express support for Brexit and Nigel Farage. Lydon defended Donald Trump against accusations of racism in the American media, calling him a "political Sex Pistol" who terrifies established politicians. He emphasized that the working class has spoken through the Brexit vote.
TSA Administrator John Pistole's comments regarding "Managed Inclusion" are analyzed, revealing that the agency gives "free samples" of expedited screening to unvetted passengers to encourage program sign-ups. The hosts criticize this practice as proof that the security measures are merely theater. They also discuss the randomization of screening, which can lead to even "trusted travelers" being forced into standard security lanes.
TSA Administrator John Pistole on Managed Inclusion and Randomization
The hosts analyze clips of TSA Administrator John Pistole discussing "managed inclusion," where non-enrolled passengers are given "free samples" of PreCheck to speed up lines. Adam criticizes the logic of granting expedited screening to unvetted passengers while subjecting enrolled citizens to random full-body scans. They argue the system is more about security theater than actual safety.
TSA Administrator John Pistole apologized for an incident in St. Louis where a three-year-old girl with spina bifida was detained in her wheelchair. The hosts argue that the TSA uses such incidents to promote its "Global Entry" and "Pre-Check" programs. They criticize the inconsistency of security protocols across different airports and the "policy decisions" behind shoe removal.
Super Bowl XLVII Rigging Theories, San Francisco 49ers vs. Baltimore Ravens
The 2013 Super Bowl matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens is analyzed through the lens of professional sports rigging theories. Predictions favor San Francisco due to the NFL's need to promote the "pistol" college-style offense to revitalize a shrinking audience and address player safety concerns. The discussion highlights the league's struggle with concussion issues and the lack of engagement from younger generations.
Gun Control Rationale, Pistol Grips and Privacy vs. Safety
The debate over gun control features arguments about cosmetic features like pistol grips, which proponents claim prevent "muzzle rise" during firing. More significantly, the discussion focuses on the "fine line" between patient privacy and public safety, as doctors are increasingly encouraged to report patients they deem "unsafe" to authorities, potentially violating HIPAA-style protections.
TSA Congressional Hearing, Equipment Failures, Watch Removal Policy
During a House committee hearing, Representative John Mica criticized the TSA for deploying expensive, unvetted equipment that often fails to work. The hearing also revealed inconsistencies in TSA procedures, such as passengers being told they must remove watches despite no official federal requirement to do so.
Conspiracy theories regarding Comet Elenin and a rumored DEFCON 1 drill codenamed "Cocked Pistol" are discussed. The segment touches on the murals at Denver International Airport and the hosts' desire to appear on the "Coast to Coast AM" radio show with George Noory.
John Mica Criticizes TSA Bureaucracy in Congressional Hearings
Representative John Mica, a founding architect of the TSA, criticized the agency during congressional hearings for becoming an "unthinking, non-risk-based bureaucracy." Mica expressed frustration over the TSA's refusal to send senior leadership to testify, threatening to subpoena appropriate personnel. The discussion highlights the agency's reliance on expensive body scanners over more effective methods like security dogs.
Mother Jones reports on the expansion of TSA VIPER teams conducting unannounced security screenings at bus stations, subways, and ferries. TSA Administrator John Pistole confirmed to Congress that thousands of these screenings occur annually, including recent operations at a Des Moines Greyhound station and on San Diego trolleys.
Spike Jones and the Use of Firearms as Musical Instruments
A discussion about a professional slide whistle leads to an appreciation of 1940s novelty musician Spike Jones. Jones is noted for his use of unconventional instruments, including a .38 pistol, to provide rhythmic emphasis in his orchestral arrangements.
New members of the 258 Club are recognized, including Mark Colon and Charles Jordan. A satirical letter from a producer known as Captain Underpants describes a fictional "body cavity holography" bomb detector being marketed to TSA Director John Pistole.
TSA Thanksgiving PR Strategy, Adam Curry's Disconnected Press Call
The TSA is accused of executing a strategic PR campaign during Thanksgiving by speeding up security lines to avoid predicted protests. Adam Curry recounts his attempt to join a White House telephone press conference hosted by TSA Administrator John Pistole. Curry intended to ask about radiation testing standards and why agents are forbidden from wearing dosimeters, but he was disconnected shortly after identifying himself.
Deepak Chopra and Obama Administration TSA Connections
Deepak Chopra, the CEO of OSI Systems (parent company of Rapiscan), is identified as a major donor to Barack Obama who accompanied the President to a business meeting in Mumbai. The discussion highlights potential conflicts of interest regarding the government's push for scanners manufactured by Chopra's company. Additionally, TSA Director John Pistole is described as a personal friend of the President.
The hosts deconstruct an interview between Margaret Warner of the PBS NewsHour and TSA Administrator John Pistole. They argue the interview was a rehearsed "bamboozle" where Pistole used "intelligence-driven" buzzwords to avoid answering direct questions about passenger blowback. A specific moment is highlighted where Warner makes an assertion about body cavity searches that Pistole simply confirms without further elaboration.
Fort Hood Shooting Testimony, Show Outro
The show concludes with a mention of testimony from the Fort Hood shooting, where Major Nidal Hassan reportedly killed 13 people using a pistol. The hosts thank their global producers for information and financial support, noting a recent increase in streaming bandwidth needs. They encourage listeners to check out "No Agenda Shots" on YouTube before signing off.
TSA Expansion, Mass Transit and John Pistole
New TSA Chief John Pistole announces that securing subways and rail systems will be a top priority, equal to aviation security. The hosts predict that full-body scanners and shoe removal will soon be required for train travel. They argue that the expansion of TSA authority into ground transportation is an unnecessary infringement on civil liberties based on hypothetical threats.
