# Air Marshals on The No Agenda Show

Air Marshals comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2009 to June 2017.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** December 2009 – June 2017
- **Related topics:** [Aviation Security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-security.md), [Tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [Qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [Barbara Boxer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-boxer.md), [Biometric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biometric.md), [Body Scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md), [Boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Carbon Fee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-fee.md), [Chapter 11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chapter-11.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### US Missile Defense Test and North Korea Warning

- **Episode:** [934: Weaponized Tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/934-weaponized-tech.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-01
- **Time:** 1:24:31–1:28:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/934-weaponized-tech/chapter/us-missile-defense-test-and-north-korea-warning.md

The Pentagon successfully conducted the first-ever intercept of a mock Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) over the Pacific. The interceptor was launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base and hit a target launched from the Marshall Islands. The test is interpreted as a deterrent signal to North Korea following their recent missile tests.

Keywords: [icbm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icbm.md), [vandenberg air force base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vandenberg-air-force-base.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), marshall islands

### Congressman Buddy Carter, Air Marshal First Class Travel

- **Episode:** [740: Losers to Lions](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/740-losers-to-lions.md)
- **Published:** 2015-07-19
- **Time:** 2:01:47–2:07:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/740-losers-to-lions/chapter/congressman-buddy-carter-air-marshal-first-class-travel.md

Congressman Buddy Carter of Georgia is criticized for his performance in a subcommittee hearing where he admitted to only visiting "Texas and Mexico." Carter questioned the head of the U.S. Marshal Service about air marshals flying first class and a mysterious "fee" on airlines, which the hosts identify as a minor $3 carbon surcharge.

Keywords: buddy carter, [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [air marshals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshals.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [carbon fee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-fee.md)

### Robert McLean, Deputy Air Marshal Proposal

- **Episode:** [729: About Face!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face.md)
- **Published:** 2015-06-11
- **Time:** 21:52–24:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face/chapter/robert-mclean-deputy-air-marshal-proposal.md

Federal Air Marshal Robert McLean proposed a system to deputize vetted, able-bodied passengers to assist in aircraft protection. The plan suggests soliciting volunteers during the TSA PreCheck process to act as deputy air marshals in the cabin. McLean argues that expanding PreCheck and utilizing passenger volunteers would free up resources for professional officers to focus on actual attackers.

Keywords: robert mclean, [air marshal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshal.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [precheck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/precheck.md), [aviation security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-security.md), [volunteers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volunteers.md)

### Federal Air Marshal Arrested for Upskirt Photos

- **Episode:** [558: Clouds of Crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/558-clouds-of-crisis.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-20
- **Time:** 2:08:54–2:11:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/558-clouds-of-crisis/chapter/federal-air-marshal-arrested-for-upskirt-photos.md

Federal Air Marshal Adam Bartsch was arrested after a passenger caught him taking "upskirt" photos of women on a Southwest Airlines flight. Bartsch reportedly admitted to investigators that he had committed similar acts on numerous previous occasions.

Keywords: [air marshal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshal.md), adam bartsch, [southwest airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southwest-airlines.md), [nashville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nashville.md), privacy crimes

### Barbara Boxer, TSA Pre-Check Expansion

- **Episode:** [356: Super Duper Space Wrench](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/356-super-duper-space-wrench.md)
- **Published:** 2011-11-13
- **Time:** 2:23:15–2:27:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/356-super-duper-space-wrench/chapter/barbara-boxer-tsa-pre-check-expansion.md

Senator Barbara Boxer praised the expansion of the TSA "Pre-Check" program, which the hosts describe as a "Trusted Traveler" scheme to implement biometric tracking. Boxer referred to standard security as "invasive screening" while promoting the new system as a solution for travel hassles. The hosts criticize the program as a way to condition the public into becoming "good little slaves."

Keywords: [barbara boxer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-boxer.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [pre-check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-check.md), [trusted traveler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trusted-traveler.md), [biometric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biometric.md), invasive screening, [air marshals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshals.md)

### Qatari Diplomat Shoe Incident and TSA Incompetence

- **Episode:** [190: Haiti: Genocide By Neglect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/190-haiti-genocide-by-neglect.md)
- **Published:** 2010-04-11
- **Time:** 1:27:05–1:31:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/190-haiti-genocide-by-neglect/chapter/qatari-diplomat-shoe-incident-and-tsa-incompetence.md

A Qatari diplomat was detained after reportedly making a joke about lighting his shoe on fire while smoking in an airplane lavatory. The incident is used to critique the TSA's "security theater," noting that air marshals have more arrests for personal misconduct than for preventing terrorism. A theory is presented that the Department of Defense may be intentionally making the TSA look incompetent to gain leverage in technology negotiations.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [air marshals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshals.md), [security theater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-theater.md), [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md)

### Qatar Diplomat Smoke Scare and Denver CIA Offices

- **Episode:** [189: Krazy Karzai Kums Klean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/189-krazy-karzai-kums-klean.md)
- **Published:** 2010-04-08
- **Time:** 49:35–51:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/189-krazy-karzai-kums-klean/chapter/qatar-diplomat-smoke-scare-and-denver-cia-offices.md

An incident involving a Qatari diplomat lighting a cigarette on a flight to Denver is discussed. The hosts suggest the event was overblown to reinforce the presence of air marshals and note the significance of Denver as a hub for the "New World Order" and relocated CIA offices.

Keywords: [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), diplomat, [air marshal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshal.md), [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md)

### Homeland Security Budget and Aviation Body Scanners

- **Episode:** [171: Botulism Vaccine Coming](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/171-botulism-vaccine-coming.md)
- **Published:** 2010-02-04
- **Time:** 26:08–28:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/171-botulism-vaccine-coming/chapter/homeland-security-budget-and-aviation-body-scanners.md

The Department of Homeland Security budget includes funding for 1,000 advanced imaging technology screening machines at U.S. airports. This increase in surveillance is linked to a shift toward more restrictive air travel, including more Federal Air Marshals. Concerns are raised that slowing down security lines creates large crowds that are themselves vulnerable targets.

Keywords: [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [aviation security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-security.md), [body scanners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-scanners.md), [air marshals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshals.md), [taser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taser.md)

### Airline Industry Reverse Bailout and Air Marshals

- **Episode:** [161: Obama vs CIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/161-obama-vs-cia.md)
- **Published:** 2009-12-31
- **Time:** 57:04–1:00:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/161-obama-vs-cia/chapter/airline-industry-reverse-bailout-and-air-marshals.md

The degradation of airline service is framed as a "reverse bailout" intended to replace expensive flight attendants with federally funded air marshals. Congressman Ron Paul's point that airlines are the only industry not responsible for their own security costs is cited to explain the industry's reliance on government intervention.

Keywords: [air marshals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-marshals.md), [flight attendants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flight-attendants.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [aviation security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-security.md), [chapter 11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chapter-11.md)

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