# Alan Greenspan on The No Agenda Show Alan Greenspan comes up in 17 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2008 to April 2026. - **Chapters:** 17 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** October 2008 – April 2026 - **Related topics:** [Andrea Mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [Ben Bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [Federal Reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [Cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [Gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md), [1857](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1857.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Anderson Cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [Austan Goolsbee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austan-goolsbee.md) ## Chapters 1–17 of 17 ### Federal Reserve Independence, David Brooks Analysis - **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-26 - **Time:** 1:58:01–2:01:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/federal-reserve-independence-david-brooks-analysis.md David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart discussed the independence of the Federal Reserve on PBS NewsHour, with Brooks calling the system one of the "crown jewels" of the country. The hosts critique Brooks for referring to bankers as "civil servants" and questioning the Fed's status as a government entity. The discussion also touches on Senator Tom Tillis's "courage" in standing up to the Trump administration regarding the Warsh nomination. Keywords: [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [jonathan capehart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jonathan-capehart.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md) ### Anderson Cooper Career Shift and Andrea Mitchell - **Episode:** [1648: Red Book Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-04 - **Time:** 1:40:28–1:41:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special/chapter/anderson-cooper-career-shift-and-andrea-mitchell.md Following the cancellation of his daytime talk show, the hosts predict Anderson Cooper will leave CNN to become a major nighttime anchor for CBS or NBC. They also briefly discuss Andrea Mitchell's marriage to former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan. Keywords: [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md) ### Alan Greenspan on Negative Interest Rates, Aging Populations - **Episode:** [1170: Generational Justce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1170-generational-justce.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-08 - **Time:** 1:49:11–1:55:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1170-generational-justce/chapter/alan-greenspan-on-negative-interest-rates-aging-populations.md Former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan appeared on CNBC to discuss the potential for negative interest rates in the United States. Greenspan attributed the global trend toward negative rates to aging populations saving for longer lifespans, which drives up the price of gold and lowers Treasury yields. He warned that as interest rates approach zero, market liquidity drops significantly, making it difficult for consumers to obtain home loans or refinances. Keywords: [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [negative interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/negative-interest-rates.md), [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md), treasury yields, [liquidity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liquidity.md) ### John Williams, CPI Inflation Calculation Changes - **Episode:** [1108: Sarcasm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-01 - **Time:** 22:04–28:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/john-williams-cpi-inflation-calculation-changes.md Statistician John Williams of ShadowStats explains how the U.S. government altered the Consumer Price Index (CPI) calculation in the 1980s to lower reported inflation. He details how Alan Greenspan introduced "substitution," assuming that if steak becomes too expensive, consumers will buy chicken, thus maintaining their standard of living. The hosts argue this manipulation allows the government to reduce Social Security cost-of-living adjustments while ignoring the actual rise in expenses. Keywords: [john williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-williams.md), [shadow stats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shadow-stats.md), consumer price index, [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md) ### Alan Greenspan, Global Bond Market Collapse Warning - **Episode:** [954: Rasiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-11 - **Time:** 2:28:50–2:33:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/alan-greenspan-global-bond-market-collapse-warning.md Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan warns that abnormally low interest rates are unsustainable and that a rapid correction is inevitable. He compares the current economic climate to the market crashes of 1857 and 1937. The hosts predict a significant market downturn before 2018, potentially leading to widespread social unrest and "riots in the street." Keywords: [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [bond market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bond-market.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [economic crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-crash.md), [1857](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1857.md) ### Andrea Mitchell and Comcast Corporate Interests - **Episode:** [845: Kaine & Unable](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/845-kaine-unable.md) - **Published:** 2016-07-24 - **Time:** 2:10:17–2:14:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/845-kaine-unable/chapter/andrea-mitchell-and-comcast-corporate-interests.md Andrea Mitchell's coverage of the Mike Pence rollout was criticized as being overtly biased in favor of Hillary Clinton. The hosts questioned why a corporation like Comcast would allow such one-sided reporting, suggesting it could invite federal scrutiny or shareholder backlash. The segment explored the "virus of the mind" that affects media professionals working in partisan environments. Keywords: [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [objectivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/objectivity.md) ### Alan Greenspan, Petrodollar and Gas Euro - **Episode:** [598: Experiential Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/598-experiential-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2014-03-09 - **Time:** 1:32:43–1:41:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/598-experiential-evidence/chapter/alan-greenspan-petrodollar-and-gas-euro.md Former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan discusses the economic implications of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The concept of the "Gas Euro" is introduced as a potential threat to the US petrodollar system. Speculation arises that the conflict may be used to disrupt Russian-German energy cycles to benefit US manufacturing. Keywords: [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [petrodollar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petrodollar.md), gas euro, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [t. boone pickens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-boone-pickens.md) ### Alan Greenspan, Individual-Backed Cryptocurrencies - **Episode:** [571: New World Odor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/571-new-world-odor.md) - **Published:** 2013-12-05 - **Time:** 49:46–58:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/571-new-world-odor/chapter/alan-greenspan-individual-backed-cryptocurrencies.md Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan stated that Bitcoin is a bubble because it lacks intrinsic value or the backing of a sovereign issuer. Greenspan suggested that a valid currency could be issued by a high-net-worth individual with a great reputation, rather than a government. Meanwhile, the Bitcoin market is seeing a proliferation of alternative "altcoins" like Litecoin and Peercoin. Keywords: [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [cryptocurrency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cryptocurrency.md), litecoin, intrinsic value ### Andrea Mitchell Reporting, Alan Greenspan and Media Emotion - **Episode:** [460: Nein Nein Nein Nein](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/460-nein-nein-nein-nein.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-11 - **Time:** 30:07–36:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/460-nein-nein-nein-nein/chapter/andrea-mitchell-reporting-alan-greenspan-and-media-emotion.md NBC's Andrea Mitchell is criticized for her emotional delivery while reading David Petraeus's resignation letter. The hosts discuss her marriage to former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan and speculate on the reasons for her visible distress during the broadcast. Keywords: [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) ### Janet Napolitano, Media Use of Terror Chatter - **Episode:** [338: Bunga Bunga](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/338-bunga-bunga.md) - **Published:** 2011-09-11 - **Time:** 12:53–16:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/338-bunga-bunga/chapter/janet-napolitano-media-use-of-terror-chatter.md DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano discussed "increased chatter" regarding the 10th anniversary of 9-11 during an interview with Andrea Mitchell. The hosts criticize the use of the word "chatter," noting that the dictionary defines it as trivial talk, and question why the government uses such a term to justify security expenditures. Keywords: [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), chatter, [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md) ### Animal Earthquake Instincts, Euro Collapse, French Wealth Tax - **Episode:** [333: Lions Stood Still](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-25 - **Time:** 2:15:00–2:18:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/333-lions-stood-still/chapter/animal-earthquake-instincts-euro-collapse-french-wealth-tax.md The National Zoo reported that animals like apes and lemurs exhibited strange behavior just before the Virginia earthquake. In economic news, Alan Greenspan warned that the Euro is breaking down. In response to the debt crisis, French elites are reportedly asking to be taxed more as a show of "solidarity," though the hosts view this as a potential scam. Keywords: national zoo, lemurs, [euro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euro.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [wealth tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wealth-tax.md) ### Patent System Reform and Alan Greenspan 9/11 Anecdote - **Episode:** [285: Terror Aperture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/285-terror-aperture.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-10 - **Time:** 1:16:12–1:19:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/285-terror-aperture/chapter/patent-system-reform-and-alan-greenspan-9-11-anecdote.md White House economist Austan Goolsbee proposes reforms to the patent system, including expedited processing for higher fees. During a National Association of Business Economics meeting, a speaker tells a story about Alan Greenspan's videotaped calls for better economic data being destroyed in the September 11 attacks. The hosts find the audience's laughter at the anecdote suspicious. Keywords: [austan goolsbee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austan-goolsbee.md), patent reform, [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [economic data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-data.md) ### Professor Bill Black on Mortgage Fraud and Fed Negligence - **Episode:** [157: The Democratic Industrial Complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/157-the-democratic-industrial-complex.md) - **Published:** 2009-12-16 - **Time:** 26:45–30:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/157-the-democratic-industrial-complex/chapter/professor-bill-black-on-mortgage-fraud-and-fed-negligence.md Professor Bill Black testifies that the Federal Reserve, under both Alan Greenspan and Ben Bernanke, refused to use its authority to regulate subprime lending despite FBI warnings of an "epidemic of mortgage fraud" in 2004. Black asserts that the Fed ignored internal warnings about the developing housing bubble and failed to send in examiners. The segment suggests this negligence was intentional and designed to benefit the banking industry. Keywords: bill black, [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [mortgage fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mortgage-fraud.md) ### National Debt Commercials, Currency Devaluation, and Ben Bernanke - **Episode:** [129: Unionize Everything](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/129-unionize-everything.md) - **Published:** 2009-09-10 - **Time:** 1:03:18–1:07:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/129-unionize-everything/chapter/national-debt-commercials-currency-devaluation-and-ben-bernanke.md A poorly produced commercial from "Defeat the Debt" featuring children pledging allegiance to the national debt prompts a discussion on the economy. The hosts argue that Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke is following a blueprint that will lead to further devaluation of the dollar, rising oil prices, and a shift toward gold. Keywords: defeatthedebt.com, [ben bernanke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-bernanke.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [tim geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-geithner.md), [dollar devaluation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dollar-devaluation.md), [gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold.md) ### CNBC House of Cards, Post-9/11 Consumerism - **Episode:** [72: Obama Denver & the New World Order](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/72-obama-denver-the-new-world-order.md) - **Published:** 2009-02-15 - **Time:** 22:00–23:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/72-obama-denver-the-new-world-order/chapter/cnbc-house-of-cards-post-9-11-consumerism.md The CNBC documentary "House of Cards" traces the economic collapse back to the aftermath of September 11, 2001. It argues that Alan Greenspan's lowering of interest rates and the government's push for citizens to "continue shopping" created a culture of mass mind control centered on debt-fueled consumption. Keywords: [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [house of cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-cards.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), [consumerism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumerism.md), [september 11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/september-11.md) ### C-SPAN Financial Crisis Hearing, Subprime Mortgage Donations - **Episode:** [53: Gay Marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/53-gay-marriage.md) - **Published:** 2008-10-25 - **Time:** 22:05–24:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/53-gay-marriage/chapter/c-span-financial-crisis-hearing-subprime-mortgage-donations.md During a C-SPAN investigative committee hearing on the financial crisis, Representative Tom Davis questioned Alan Greenspan, Christopher Cox, and John Snow regarding campaign contributions. The hearing revealed that Barack Obama received the most donations from subprime mortgage lenders and Wall Street firms over the last 20 years. Curry expresses disappointment that the American public does not see the connection between these donations and the current economic turmoil. Keywords: [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [alan greenspan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-greenspan.md), christopher cox, john snow, [subprime mortgages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subprime-mortgages.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md) ### Federal Reserve Manipulation, Bovine Growth Hormone - **Episode:** [53: Gay Marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/53-gay-marriage.md) - **Published:** 2008-10-25 - **Time:** 1:08:41–1:12:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/53-gay-marriage/chapter/federal-reserve-manipulation-bovine-growth-hormone.md The hosts criticize the Federal Reserve for manipulating the money supply, which they argue creates the boom-bust cycle rather than preventing it. Curry cites a Ron Paul video from the 1980s that frames currency dilution as a moral issue, comparing it to a government diluting milk. 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