12 chapters across the catalog
Mexico is facing a severe drought, with 60% of the country lacking adequate clean water. Mexico City, home to 22 million people, is experiencing a drastic water shortage that media outlets are attributing to climate change. The report also highlights infrastructure failures in Tijuana and diminishing supplies from the Colorado River.
US-Mexico Border Tunnel, Drug Seizure Statistics
U.S. officials discovered a three-quarter-mile-long drug smuggling tunnel running from Mexico into San Diego, the longest ever found. Customs and Border Protection reports a 3,500% increase in fentanyl seizures over the past five years, alongside significant rises in cocaine and methamphetamine.
The Trump administration defended the use of OC pepper spray by Border Patrol agents against migrants attempting to cross the U.S. border from Tijuana. Ronald Colburn, president of the Border Patrol Foundation, characterized the spray as a natural deterrent that is safe enough to eat. The hosts note that similar enforcement tactics occurred during the Obama administration but received different media treatment.
Migrant Caravan Demographics, MSNBC Reporting Discrepancies
An MSNBC field report from a migrant camp in Tijuana reveals that the majority of the caravan participants are adult men seeking economic opportunities rather than women and children seeking asylum. This observation contradicts the prevailing media narrative focused on vulnerable families. The hosts criticize the "orange man bad" bias they perceive in mainstream coverage of the border situation.
Tijuana Sewage Spills and San Diego Health Crisis
Officials in San Diego County are considering legal action against the International Boundary and Water Commission over persistent sewage spills from Tijuana, Mexico. The pollution has sickened surfers and residents in Imperial Beach and is being linked to the regional Hepatitis A outbreak. Mayor Serge Dedina emphasized that the lack of advance notice from Mexican authorities is straining cross-border relationships.
Border Wall Prototypes, San Diego Construction, Human Rights Opposition
Construction has begun on eight border wall prototypes in San Diego, with contractors competing for federal contracts worth up to $600 million. The prototypes stand between 18 and 30 feet high and are designed to provide Border Patrol with better tools to secure the frontier. Human rights organizations along the border oppose the project, arguing that millions are being spent on walls while drugs continue to enter through tunnels and ports.
Global Donor Acknowledgments, India Startup Scene
Donors from Tijuana, Madrid, Bangalore, and South Africa are acknowledged, providing a global snapshot of the show's support. A donor from Bangalore, the "Silicon Valley of India," offers to provide a local perspective on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration. The connection between Modi's campaign and Western marketing figures is noted as a point for future investigation.
Listener Donations, Karma Requests, No Conflict Soundbite
The hosts read a series of donations and "karma" requests from listeners in San Diego, Saskatoon, and Australia. They attempt to find a specific soundbite of Hillary Clinton giggling to fulfill a donor's request but struggle with their soundboard organization. A mention of Al Sharpton's "no conflict" phrase is also made.
Several new community-purchased domain names now forward to the show's website, including BaronessAshton.com and BestPodcastInTheWorld.com. Listeners Julio Romero and Jenny Mendez are recognized for tuning in from the Tijuana-San Diego border. Additionally, the No Agenda mobile app has been updated with Game Center support and an expanded soundboard.
Listeners from the Yukon, Australia, Norway, and Mexico contributed to the show using silver sales and tax refunds. Notable mentions include Jeff Juniper from Canada, John Martinez from Gilroy, and Tommy from Norway, who recently passed his driver's test. The show reiterates its open-source model, encouraging listeners to redistribute the content freely.
Carlos Slim, Mexican National ID System Loophole
A computer systems engineer in Tijuana working for a company owned by Carlos Slim claims to be building a "loophole" into the new Mexican national ID system. The engineer allegedly inserted code that would allow individuals to remove themselves from the database via a specific URL. The hosts discuss the role of system administrators in resisting government surveillance.
Immigration Debates and Historical Deportations
The hosts discuss the media's conflicting coverage of illegal immigration, highlighting a case of a repeat offender deported four times. They contrast current policies with the Roosevelt administration's practice of shipping deportees to the Yucatan Peninsula to deter re-entry. The discussion touches on the economic costs of incarceration versus deportation.
