# Alex Wagner on The No Agenda Show

Alex Wagner comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2011 to September 2024.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** November 2011 – September 2024
- **Related topics:** [Msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [Joy Reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-reid.md), [Ben Rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [Bill Maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [Black Lives Matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), [Capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), [Cass Sunstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cass-sunstein.md), [Chemistry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemistry.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Cognitive Infiltration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognitive-infiltration.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### The Manosphere, MSNBC Critiques of Trump Podcast Strategy

- **Episode:** [1692: Salted Ducks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-05
- **Time:** 2:05:33–2:14:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks/chapter/the-manosphere-msnbc-critiques-of-trump-podcast-strategy.md

MSNBC hosts Joy Reid and Alex Wagner have branded the network of podcasts and streamers supporting Donald Trump as the "Manosphere" or "Manoverse." The media critique focuses on Trump's appearances with influencers like Theo Von and Lex Friedman to target young male voters. A clip from the Lex Friedman interview features Trump discussing the potential release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein and JFK.

Keywords: [joy reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-reid.md), alex alex wagner, [manosphere](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manosphere.md), [jd vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jd-vance.md), [lex friedman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lex-friedman.md)

### MSNBC Coverage, White Christians and Iowa

- **Episode:** [1626: Dingbat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat.md)
- **Published:** 2024-01-18
- **Time:** 38:43–42:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat/chapter/msnbc-coverage-white-christians-and-iowa.md

MSNBC commentators Joy Reid and Alex Wagner analyzed the Iowa caucus results through the lens of racial and religious demographics. They characterized Iowa as a "hyper-evangelical white state" and argued that Trump's supporters view him as a figure who will return the country to them. The hosts mocked the network's coverage, suggesting the analysts are "clinically insane" in their focus on white Christian nationalism.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [joy reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-reid.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [evangelicals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evangelicals.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md)

### Ben Rhodes on Trump Impeachment and Guardrails

- **Episode:** [1621: Haley's Comment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-31
- **Time:** 14:31–16:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment/chapter/ben-rhodes-on-trump-impeachment-and-guardrails.md

Former Obama advisor Ben Rhodes argued on MSNBC that Donald Trump should have been impeached and convicted after January 6 to prevent his future candidacy. Rhodes expressed skepticism that the Supreme Court will allow Trump's removal from ballots, claiming institutional guardrails have failed.

Keywords: [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [impeachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/impeachment.md), [january 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6.md)

### Cable News Ratings, MSNBC Host Changes

- **Episode:** [1496: Deport Greta](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1496-deport-greta.md)
- **Published:** 2022-10-20
- **Time:** 42:50–43:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1496-deport-greta/chapter/cable-news-ratings-msnbc-host-changes.md

MSNBC has seen a significant decline in viewership following Alex Wagner's takeover of Rachel Maddow's time slot. Speculation suggests the network may be undergoing a broader reshuffle as cable news outlets struggle to retain audiences. Meanwhile, CNN continues to terminate several long-time staff members as part of its own restructuring.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), cable news ratings, media reshuffle

### Rick Santorum and the Pope's Scientific Credibility

- **Episode:** [727: Win By Losing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/727-win-by-losing.md)
- **Published:** 2015-06-04
- **Time:** 1:08:06–1:11:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/727-win-by-losing/chapter/rick-santorum-and-the-pope-s-scientific-credibility.md

Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum criticized Pope Francis for engaging in climate change advocacy, suggesting the Church should "leave science to the scientists." Media critics, including Alex Wagner, pointed out the irony of Santorum's stance, noting that the Pope holds a degree in chemistry while Santorum's background is in political science. The segment explores the tension between religious leadership and political policy regarding environmental issues.

Keywords: [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [pope francis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-francis.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [chemistry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemistry.md), [political science](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-science.md)

### MSNBC Coverage of White Supremacy and Systemic Violence

- **Episode:** [717: Juice Jacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/717-juice-jacking.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-30
- **Time:** 21:37–24:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/717-juice-jacking/chapter/msnbc-coverage-of-white-supremacy-and-systemic-violence.md

MSNBC host Alex Wagner and guests discuss the concept of "white supremacy" as an insidious force that influences black leaders in Baltimore. The segment critiques the academic discourse used on MSNBC to frame policing as an institutionally anti-black system rooted in slave patrols.

Keywords: [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [white supremacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-supremacy.md), [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), systemic violence, [jim crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-crow.md)

### Academic Discourse on Anti-Blackness in American Policing

- **Episode:** [717: Juice Jacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/717-juice-jacking.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-30
- **Time:** 28:37–32:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/717-juice-jacking/chapter/academic-discourse-on-anti-blackness-in-american-policing.md

The hosts analyze an MSNBC segment where a guest argues that American policing is founded on "anti-blackness." They interpret this academic framing as a subtle attempt to subvert the capitalist system in favor of a socialist agenda by labeling all existing institutions as corrupt.

Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [sociology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sociology.md), [capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), [socialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/socialism.md), [policing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/policing.md)

### Gyrocopter Landing, US Capitol Security, Doug Hughes

- **Episode:** [713: New Mediocre](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/713-new-mediocre.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-16
- **Time:** 27:39–33:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/713-new-mediocre/chapter/gyrocopter-landing-us-capitol-security-doug-hughes.md

The hosts discuss the security breach involving Doug Hughes, who landed a gyrocopter on the West Lawn of the US Capitol to deliver letters to Congress. Curry explains the technical difference between a helicopter and an auto gyro, emphasizing the safety of autorotation. They critique MSNBC's coverage of the event, noting that Hughes had alerted the Secret Service and the media well in advance of his flight.

Keywords: [gyrocopter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gyrocopter.md), doug hughes, us capitol, auto gyro, [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md)

### Cass Sunstein's Conspiracy Theory Book, Cognitive Infiltration, Samantha Power

- **Episode:** [603: Revolution of Dignity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-06
- **Time:** 2:08:29–2:13:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity/chapter/cass-sunstein-s-conspiracy-theory-book-cognitive-infiltration-samantha-power.md

Cass Sunstein, husband of UN Ambassador Samantha Power, has released a new book titled *Conspiracy Theories and Other Dangerous Ideas*. The hosts remind listeners of Sunstein's previous academic paper advocating for the "cognitive infiltration" of online groups to spread disinformation. They analyze his interview on MSNBC regarding the Malaysian Airlines flight 370 disappearance.

Keywords: [cass sunstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cass-sunstein.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [cognitive infiltration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognitive-infiltration.md)

### Bill Maher Constitution Comments, Second Amendment Repeal

- **Episode:** [354: Punk Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/354-punk-media.md)
- **Published:** 2011-11-07
- **Time:** 2:12:28–2:15:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/354-punk-media/chapter/bill-maher-constitution-comments-second-amendment-repeal.md

On Bill Maher's show, MSNBC's Alex Wagner suggested getting rid of the Second Amendment, arguing that the right to bear arms is not on the same level as free speech. The hosts mock Wagner and Maher for wanting to rewrite the Constitution while being ignorant of its contents, such as claiming gerrymandering and corporate personhood are in the original text.

Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [alex wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md)

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