# Abby Martin on The No Agenda Show Abby Martin comes up in 19 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2012 to November 2023. - **Chapters:** 19 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** June 2012 – November 2023 - **Related topics:** [Rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [Russia Today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [Breaking The Set](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breaking-the-set.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [Net Neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [Television Production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-production.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md) ## Chapters 1–19 of 19 ### Abby Martin and the Human Shield Narrative - **Episode:** [1607: Lazinsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1607-lazinsky.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-12 - **Time:** 25:00–30:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1607-lazinsky/chapter/abby-martin-and-the-human-shield-narrative.md Journalist Abby Martin argues that the term "human shield" is a racist trope used by the "Empire" to justify mass slaughter in Gaza, Libya, and Iraq. The hosts dispute her claims regarding the density of Gaza compared to cities like San Francisco and Manhattan. They also review historical uses of the human shield narrative, including a 2022 report on ISIS detainees in Syria. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [human shields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-shields.md), [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md) ### Abby Martin RT Departure, Net Neutrality Victory - **Episode:** [1400: The Learning Curve](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1400-the-learning-curve.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-18 - **Time:** 1:21:10–1:25:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1400-the-learning-curve/chapter/abby-martin-rt-departure-net-neutrality-victory.md The hosts revisit the 700th episode of No Agenda, which coincided with Abby Martin's departure from RT. Martin celebrated "net neutrality" as her greatest victory, which the hosts argue was actually a move to allow ISPs to quash "illegal" traffic like BitTorrent. The retrospective highlights the shift in independent media and the perceived naivety of early internet activism. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [breaking the set](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breaking-the-set.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [bittorrent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bittorrent.md) ### Abby Martin, Russia Today, Zeitgeist Movement Speech - **Episode:** [707: Bandwich](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/707-bandwich.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-26 - **Time:** 2:44:37–2:50:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/707-bandwich/chapter/abby-martin-russia-today-zeitgeist-movement-speech.md Former RT host Abby Martin gave a keynote speech at a Zeitgeist Movement event in Berlin, where she spoke about environmental crises and "trash islands the size of Texas." The hosts critique her delivery as monotone and "depressed," noting her frequent use of profanity. They evaluate her as a "stunningly beautiful" but technically poor public speaker who has been "damaged" by her experience at Russia Today. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [breaking the set](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breaking-the-set.md), zeitgeist movement, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md) ### Media Roots, Karl Rove Reality Quote, Abby Martin Critique - **Episode:** [707: Bandwich](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/707-bandwich.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-26 - **Time:** 2:50:42–2:57:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/707-bandwich/chapter/media-roots-karl-rove-reality-quote-abby-martin-critique.md Abby Martin discussed her website Media Roots and cited the famous Karl Rove quote about empires creating their own reality. The hosts analyze her transition from RT to independent blogging, suggesting she is in "bad shape" and needs professional help. They offer to "fix" her career by teaching her how to deliver her message more effectively without the "circle jerk of fuckery" rhetoric. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), media roots, [karl rove](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karl-rove.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), [conspiracy theorist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theorist.md) ### Abby Martin's Departure from RT and Net Neutrality - **Episode:** [700: Bidentification](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-04 - **Time:** 2:20:48–2:25:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification/chapter/abby-martin-s-departure-from-rt-and-net-neutrality.md Abby Martin hosts the final episode of "Breaking the Set" on RT, tearfully announcing her departure to pursue independent projects. The hosts mock her emotional sign-off and her claim that the FCC's net neutrality vote was a personal victory. They analyze her delivery and the "faux sincerity" of her broadcast style. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [breaking the set](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breaking-the-set.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) ### Analysis of Abby Martin's Broadcast Persona - **Episode:** [700: Bidentification](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-04 - **Time:** 2:25:51–2:29:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification/chapter/analysis-of-abby-martin-s-broadcast-persona.md The hosts continue their critique of Abby Martin, comparing her snideness to Rachel Maddow and suggesting she belongs on the E! Network. They discuss her background as an artist and her perceived discomfort with professional broadcast standards, such as reading a prompter or wearing heels. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), fashion police, graffiti art, broadcast style ### Bernie Sanders and the Science Denial Meme - **Episode:** [688: Threat Stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/688-threat-stream.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-18 - **Time:** 1:36:25–1:40:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/688-threat-stream/chapter/bernie-sanders-and-the-science-denial-meme.md Senator Bernie Sanders introduced a resolution to the Keystone XL bill intended to force Republicans to go on the record regarding climate change. Media personality Abby Martin praised the move as a way to expose "science deniers." The hosts criticize this as "trickery" and compare the political pressure to the coercive environment described in Ayn Rand's "Atlas Shrugged." Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [keystone xl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keystone-xl.md), [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/science.md), [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md) ### Abby Martin, Joe Rogan Experience Interview - **Episode:** [641: Extractive](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/641-extractive.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-07 - **Time:** 2:32:46–2:40:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/641-extractive/chapter/abby-martin-joe-rogan-experience-interview.md Abby Martin's appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience is critiqued for her use of profanity and her "vitriolic" comments about former colleague Liz Wall. Martin claims Wall was a "pawn" for neocon think tanks like the Foreign Policy Initiative. The hosts find Martin's ego and unprofessionalism revealing of her character. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [liz wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liz-wall.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [neocon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neocon.md), [foreign policy initiative](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-policy-initiative.md) ### Abby Martin, RT Editorial Independence - **Episode:** [598: Experiential Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/598-experiential-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2014-03-09 - **Time:** 52:06–1:00:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/598-experiential-evidence/chapter/abby-martin-rt-editorial-independence.md Abby Martin's appearance on Piers Morgan's show is discussed, focusing on her defense of RT's editorial independence compared to US corporate media. The hosts critique her argument regarding advertiser influence and her lack of specific knowledge regarding the Ukraine crisis. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [rt america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt-america.md), [breaking the set](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breaking-the-set.md), [piers morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piers-morgan.md), [corporate media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-media.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md) ### Abby Martin RT Resignation, Ukraine Coverage Criticism - **Episode:** [597: Prison Prep](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/597-prison-prep.md) - **Published:** 2014-03-06 - **Time:** 20:00–24:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/597-prison-prep/chapter/abby-martin-rt-resignation-ukraine-coverage-criticism.md RT anchor Abby Martin went off-script to condemn Russia's military occupation of Crimea, claiming editorial independence. The hosts analyze her delivery, suggesting she was reading from a teleprompter despite claiming to speak "from the heart," and question the timing of her statement. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [crimea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crimea.md), [military intervention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-intervention.md) ### Russia Today Talent and TV Production Coaching - **Episode:** [567: Marketecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/567-marketecture.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-21 - **Time:** 44:25–49:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/567-marketecture/chapter/russia-today-talent-and-tv-production-coaching.md The Russia Today (RT) network's presentation style is analyzed, focusing on new host Erin Ade of the show "Boom Bust." The hosts critique the "coaching" at RT, noting that both Ade and Abby Martin exhibit similar physical mannerisms and awkward set navigation. They discuss Ade's background in extreme sports and Singaporean media, suggesting that the network's production choices often distract from the content. Keywords: [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), erin ade, [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), tv production, [coaching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coaching.md), boom bust ### Euronews Coverage, RT and Al Jazeera - **Episode:** [555: Grays+Monkeys=Humans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-10 - **Time:** 1:57:14–1:59:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans/chapter/euronews-coverage-rt-and-al-jazeera.md The hosts critique the presentation styles of various international news outlets, including Euronews, Russia Today (RT), and Al Jazeera. They specifically mock an RT segment featuring Abby Martin and discuss the availability of these networks on satellite dishes. Al Jazeera is noted for being professional but lacking the "nutty" content found on CNN. Keywords: [euronews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euronews.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [al jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md) ### RT Host Abby Martin, Media Professionalism Critique - **Episode:** [554: Slave Bracelet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/554-slave-bracelet.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-06 - **Time:** 1:23:17–1:27:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/554-slave-bracelet/chapter/rt-host-abby-martin-media-professionalism-critique.md The hosts offer a harsh critique of RT host Abby Martin's presentation style and wardrobe, comparing her leadership to Christie Hefner's tenure at Playboy. They discuss the "Fox News formula" of using visual appeal to drive viewership in cable news. Keywords: [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), christie hefner, [playboy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/playboy.md), [television production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-production.md) ### Russell Tice Allegations of NSA Political Spying - **Episode:** [529: No Coup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/529-no-coup.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-11 - **Time:** 50:05–1:01:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/529-no-coup/chapter/russell-tice-allegations-of-nsa-political-spying.md Former NSA analyst Russell Tice appears in clips from RT's "Break the Set" with Abby Martin, alleging that the NSA targeted high-ranking officials including then-Senator Barack Obama and Justice Samuel Alito. Tice claims the surveillance was directed by the Vice President's office during the Bush administration. The discussion explores the potential for this data to be used as leverage or blackmail against government branches. Keywords: russell tice, [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [samuel alito](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samuel-alito.md), [colin powell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colin-powell.md), [blackmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackmail.md), [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md) ### Abby Martin, RT News, Predator Drone Humor - **Episode:** [527: Odious Selfies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/527-odious-selfies.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-04 - **Time:** 35:41–41:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/527-odious-selfies/chapter/abby-martin-rt-news-predator-drone-humor.md The Russian news outlet RT is criticized as a sophisticated propaganda machine that uses attractive hosts like Abby Martin to deliver anti-US narratives. A clip features Obama joking about using Predator drones on his daughters' potential suitors, which RT uses to portray him as a cavalier leader. The hosts discuss how RT blends legitimate criticism with state-sponsored messaging. Keywords: [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [predator drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/predator-drones.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ### RT Breaking the Set, Abbie Martin Criticism - **Episode:** [510: Furtive Movement](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/510-furtive-movement.md) - **Published:** 2013-05-05 - **Time:** 2:00:34–2:07:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/510-furtive-movement/chapter/rt-breaking-the-set-abbie-martin-criticism.md Abbie Martin's show *Breaking the Set* on Russia Today is criticized for its snide tone and poor teleprompter delivery. The segment covers her report on the Obama administration's preference for drone assassinations over capturing suspects to avoid the legal complications of Guantanamo Bay. Keywords: abbie martin, [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [drone strikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-strikes.md), [guantanamo bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guantanamo-bay.md), christian amapour ### Russia Today (RT) Media Criticism and Abby Martin - **Episode:** [421: Don't Be Nosey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/421-don-t-be-nosey.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-28 - **Time:** 2:11:50–2:19:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/421-don-t-be-nosey/chapter/russia-today-rt-media-criticism-and-abby-martin.md The hosts critique the production quality and messaging of Russia Today (RT), specifically targeting anchor Abby Martin's delivery and the network's new "Question More" slogan. While RT is often dismissed as state propaganda, the segment references a Glenn Greenwald article arguing that Western media outlets owned by defense contractors or banks face similar conflicts of interest. Keywords: [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [abby martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Abby Martin, RT Propaganda and Television Presentation Standards - **Episode:** [420: The Data Hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/420-the-data-hole.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-24 - **Time:** 2:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/420-the-data-hole/chapter/abby-martin-rt-propaganda-and-television-presentation-standards.md A critique of Russia Today (RT) host Abby Martin focuses on her television presentation and perceived role in Russian propaganda. The analysis suggests her delivery and styling are unsuitable for high ratings despite her appearance. The discussion posits that her content follows directives from Moscow aimed at criticizing the United States and President Barack Obama. 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