# 82nd Airborne on The No Agenda Show 82nd Airborne comes up in 12 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2010 to March 2026. - **Chapters:** 12 - **Episodes:** 12 - **Discussed:** January 2010 – March 2026 - **Related topics:** [Military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md), [Sergeant Fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Aircraft Carriers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aircraft-carriers.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Battle Of The Bulge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battle-of-the-bulge.md), [Benjamin Netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [Bill Barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-barr.md), [Cbs News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md) ## Chapters 1–12 of 12 ### Naval Intelligence Perspectives on Ground Force Movements - **Episode:** [1855: Gooder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1855-gooder.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-29 - **Time:** 54:51–57:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1855-gooder/chapter/naval-intelligence-perspectives-on-ground-force-movements.md Former Naval Intelligence Officer Captain Todd Sawhill commented on the deployment of 10,000 additional troops, including the 82nd Airborne and the 31st MEU, to the Middle East. Sawhill explained that these forces provide the President with options for internal security and potential raids to secure nuclear material. Reports from Bahrain indicate that Iranian forces are using aggressive swarming tactics with ballistic missiles and drones to overcome U.S. interception rates. Keywords: todd sawhill, [naval intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naval-intelligence.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), 31st meu, nuclear material, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md) ### Media Coverage Comparison, 3x3 Analysis of Iran Conflict - **Episode:** [1854: Rackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-26 - **Time:** 4:05–10:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout/chapter/media-coverage-comparison-3x3-analysis-of-iran-conflict.md A 3x3 media analysis compares reporting from ABC, CBS, and NBC regarding the deployment of the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East. While President Trump declares the war is nearly won, NBC's Richard Engel reports ongoing Iranian cluster bomb attacks on Tel Aviv and Israeli strikes on Iranian production sites. Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu express concerns about a premature U.S. exit from the conflict. Keywords: [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), 82nd airborne division, [richard engel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-engel.md), [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [mohammed bin salman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mohammed-bin-salman.md) ### Sir Frederick the Terrible, Vietnam War GI Photo - **Episode:** [1398: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-11 - **Time:** 2:04:26–2:07:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice/chapter/sir-frederick-the-terrible-vietnam-war-gi-photo.md Long-time listener Sergeant Fred Castaneda is knighted as "Sir Frederick the Terrible." Fred, a combat infantryman in Vietnam and an 82nd Airborne paratrooper, submitted an iconic UPI photo of himself crossing a muddy river in 1969. The hosts celebrate his transition to knighthood with a full "Drone Again Naturally" track and a tribute to his service. Keywords: [sergeant fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), upi, [paratrooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paratrooper.md), [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md) ### Laura Jadid, Veteran Reflections on Afghanistan - **Episode:** [1377: R9X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1377-r9x.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-29 - **Time:** 45:59–49:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1377-r9x/chapter/laura-jadid-veteran-reflections-on-afghanistan.md Army veteran Laura Jadid, who served two tours in Afghanistan, published an essay titled "Afghanistan Meant Nothing," detailing the futility of the 20-year mission. Jadid describes how the 82nd Airborne was ill-equipped to train the Afghan National Army, often performing missions themselves while giving credit to local forces. She characterizes the effort as propping up a system destined to collapse. Keywords: laura jadid, [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), army veteran, [training](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/training.md), afghan national army ### Military Vaccine Refusal, 82nd Airborne, and "Jab" Terminology - **Episode:** [1323: Bidenista](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1323-bidenista.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-21 - **Time:** 1:04:37–1:07:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1323-bidenista/chapter/military-vaccine-refusal-82nd-airborne-and-jab-terminology.md Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reported a surprisingly low vaccine acceptance rate among U.S. troops, with fewer than half of the elite 82nd Airborne Division agreeing to the shot. While the military has historically mandated vaccines like anthrax, the COVID-19 vaccine remains voluntary under its current emergency use authorization. Observers also noted the sudden shift in American media toward using the British term "jab" instead of "shot." Keywords: [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), [lloyd austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-austin.md), [military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md), vaccine refusal, jab ### Bill Barr Resignation, Acting AG Jeffrey Rosen, and Foreign Influence - **Episode:** [1304: Ten Days of Darkness](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1304-ten-days-of-darkness.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-19 - **Time:** 46:43–50:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1304-ten-days-of-darkness/chapter/bill-barr-resignation-acting-ag-jeffrey-rosen-and-foreign-influence.md Following the resignation of Bill Barr, the acting Attorney General's past comments on "malign foreign influence" are examined. The "Three Cs" framework—coercive, covert, and corrupt activities—is used to define how foreign governments might interfere in U.S. political processes. Keywords: [bill barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-barr.md), [jeffrey rosen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-rosen.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), [foreign influence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-influence.md), three cs ### Devil Storm, U.S. Navy Carrier Deployments - **Episode:** [1302: Mink Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1302-mink-road.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-10 - **Time:** 2:18:11–2:21:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1302-mink-road/chapter/devil-storm-u-s-navy-carrier-deployments.md Conspiracy circles are monitoring "Devil Storm," a series of military drills involving the 82nd Airborne and the deployment of multiple aircraft carrier strike groups off the U.S. coasts. Some theorists suggest these movements are preparations for potential civil unrest or the arrest of foreign operatives following the election. The U.S. Naval Institute confirmed the positioning of ships like the USS Carl Vinson and USS Gerald R. Ford. Keywords: devil storm, u.s. navy, [aircraft carriers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aircraft-carriers.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), [martial law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martial-law.md), [conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy.md) ### James "Maggie" Megellas and the Checkmark Recovery - **Episode:** [1231: Mask QR Raid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1231-mask-qr-raid.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-09 - **Time:** 1:33:34–1:35:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1231-mask-qr-raid/chapter/james-maggie-megellas-and-the-checkmark-recovery.md The death of James "Maggie" Megellas, a highly decorated 103-year-old World War II veteran of the 82nd Airborne, is noted. On the economic front, a "former New York banker" predicts a "checkmark recovery" for the stock market, suggesting a sharp dip followed by a steady climb past previous highs. This replaces earlier predictions of V-shaped or L-shaped economic recoveries. Keywords: james megellas, [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [checkmark recovery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/checkmark-recovery.md) ### Afghanistan Troop Buildup, Kuwait Staging - **Episode:** [929: Sologamy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-14 - **Time:** 1:29:54–1:30:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/929-sologamy/chapter/afghanistan-troop-buildup-kuwait-staging.md Intelligence reports from producers indicate a significant buildup of U.S. troops in Kuwait, including elements of the 82nd Airborne Division, staged for deployment into Afghanistan. Despite the scale of the movement, the hosts note a lack of mainstream media coverage regarding a potential major escalation in the Afghan conflict. Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [kuwait](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kuwait.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), troop movement, [military intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-intelligence.md) ### Spook Heaven, Lieutenant Colonel James Megellas Birthday - **Episode:** [891: Bug Juice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/891-bug-juice.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-01 - **Time:** 1:14:04–1:16:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/891-bug-juice/chapter/spook-heaven-lieutenant-colonel-james-megellas-birthday.md An upcoming 100th birthday celebration for WWII veteran Lieutenant Colonel James Megellas is expected to be attended by high-level intelligence and military figures, including Michael Flynn and David Petraeus. The event is described as "spook heaven" for the concentration of intelligence community members. Keywords: james megellas, [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), [battle of the bulge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battle-of-the-bulge.md), [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md) ### Veteran Donations and Military Support for No Agenda - **Episode:** [326: Carbon Cops](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/326-carbon-cops.md) - **Published:** 2011-07-31 - **Time:** 1:39:22–1:44:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/326-carbon-cops/chapter/veteran-donations-and-military-support-for-no-agenda.md Sergeant Fred, a Vietnam combat veteran, and other former military members contribute to the show, expressing appreciation for the hosts' deconstruction of political rhetoric. The donations are often earmarked for "gas money" for the current tour. The hosts note the high level of support they receive from IT professionals and military personnel. Keywords: [veterans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md), [sergeant fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md) ### Haiti Earthquake and US Military Response - **Episode:** [165: Earthquake Machine Strikes Haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti.md) - **Published:** 2010-01-14 - **Time:** 1:35:56–1:42:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/165-earthquake-machine-strikes-haiti/chapter/haiti-earthquake-and-us-military-response.md The massive earthquake in Haiti is discussed alongside the rapid mobilization of the US Southern Command (Southcom). The hosts find it suspicious that General P.K. Keane was in Haiti when the quake struck and that the US military response was faster than during Hurricane Katrina. They also mention Pat Robertson's controversial claim that Haiti is cursed due to a "pact with the devil." Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [southcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southcom.md), [port-au-prince](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/port-au-prince.md), [82nd airborne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/82nd-airborne.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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