# Ann Curry on The No Agenda Show

Ann Curry comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2009 to January 2016.

- **Chapters:** 8
- **Episodes:** 8
- **Discussed:** November 2009 – January 2016
- **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Ann Coulter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-coulter.md), [Breast Cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breast-cancer.md), [Chris Rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-rock.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md), [Department Of Homeland Security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md)

## Chapters 1–8 of 8

### Twitter Verification, Adam Curry Trump Endorsement

- **Episode:** [792: Buffoonery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/792-buffoonery.md)
- **Published:** 2016-01-22
- **Time:** 19:15–22:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/792-buffoonery/chapter/twitter-verification-adam-curry-trump-endorsement.md

Adam Curry discusses his inclusion on a Wikipedia list of celebrities who have endorsed Donald Trump, appearing alongside figures like Ann Coulter. The hosts also touch upon the "unverified" status of certain right-wing Twitter users, characterizing the verification badge as a controversial mark of status within social media.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [ann coulter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-coulter.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [endorsement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/endorsement.md)

### Ann Curry NBC Special, Sea Level Rise Projections, Nikolai Lam

- **Episode:** [608: Cli-Fi®](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi.md)
- **Published:** 2014-04-13
- **Time:** 1:20:02–1:25:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/ann-curry-nbc-special-sea-level-rise-projections-nikolai-lam.md

Ann Curry's NBC special "Year of Extremes" presented dramatic projections of sea level rise, claiming total agreement among scientists. The report featured artist Nikolai Lam's renderings of major landmarks, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Jefferson Memorial, submerged under 25 feet of water. The hosts point out that even the report admits such a rise might not happen for centuries, labeling the visuals as fear-mongering "cli-fi."

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### John Kerry, Climate Change and Information Manipulation

- **Episode:** [606: Get Ready to Rubble](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/606-get-ready-to-rubble.md)
- **Published:** 2014-04-06
- **Time:** 1:33:59–1:38:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/606-get-ready-to-rubble/chapter/john-kerry-climate-change-and-information-manipulation.md

Secretary of State John Kerry warns that climate change is a threat to the American way of life. The hosts discuss an Ann Curry NBC special on "weather extremes" and a new academic paper from Oxford University Press titled "Information Manipulation and Climate Agreements," which suggests that exaggerating climate damage can be "instrumental" for global welfare.

Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [ann curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-curry.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [oxford university press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oxford-university-press.md)

### Today Show Ratings, Ann Curry and Morning News Entertainment

- **Episode:** [420: The Data Hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/420-the-data-hole.md)
- **Published:** 2012-06-24
- **Time:** 2:15:26–2:17:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/420-the-data-hole/chapter/today-show-ratings-ann-curry-and-morning-news-entertainment.md

Ann Curry is reportedly leaving *The Today Show* as ratings decline in favor of ABC's *Good Morning America*. The shift is attributed to ABC's focus on celebrity gossip and entertainment over traditional news. The discussion laments the "pussification" of morning news and the loss of public interest obligations in broadcast licensing.

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### Chris Rock Zebra Analogy, Ann Curry Interview

- **Episode:** [416: Datapalooza](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/416-datapalooza.md)
- **Published:** 2012-06-10
- **Time:** 46:28–48:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/416-datapalooza/chapter/chris-rock-zebra-analogy-ann-curry-interview.md

Comedian Chris Rock appeared on a morning news segment with Ann Curry, using a zebra analogy to describe President Barack Obama as "black and white." Rock suggested that while the president's "whiteness" is often ignored, it allows him to appeal to a broader audience. The hosts critique the racial dynamics of the interview and the double standards in mainstream media commentary.

Keywords: [chris rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-rock.md), [ann curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-curry.md), zebra, [race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/race.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md)

### Joe Biden, Lone Ranger Terrorist Meme

- **Episode:** [339: Cocked Pistol](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/339-cocked-pistol.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-15
- **Time:** 6:10–11:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/339-cocked-pistol/chapter/joe-biden-lone-ranger-terrorist-meme.md

Vice President Joe Biden introduced a new terminology for domestic terrorism, mistakenly referring to a "lone wolf" as a "Lone Ranger" during an interview with Ann Curry. The discussion analyzes Biden's repeated use of the term "lone actor," suggesting it implies a scripted or disingenuous nature to reported terror threats.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [lone ranger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-ranger.md), [lone wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lone-wolf.md), lone actor, [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md), [ann curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-curry.md)

### Speculation on Obama Resignation for Family Reasons

- **Episode:** [313: Hide Your Forks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/313-hide-your-forks.md)
- **Published:** 2011-06-16
- **Time:** 1:09:36–1:12:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/313-hide-your-forks/chapter/speculation-on-obama-resignation-for-family-reasons.md

A theory suggests that President Obama may choose not to seek a second term, using a desire to spend more time with his daughters as a graceful exit strategy. During an interview with Ann Curry, the President mentioned that his family is not "invested" in him being president and would support him doing something less stressful. This narrative is viewed as a potential "setup" for a future announcement regarding his political future.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [ann curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ann-curry.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [resignation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resignation.md), [family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family.md)

### Mammogram Guidelines, Kathleen Sebelius, HHS Advisory Panel

- **Episode:** [150: Global Warming Denialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-22
- **Time:** 43:29–47:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/150-global-warming-denialism/chapter/mammogram-guidelines-kathleen-sebelius-hhs-advisory-panel.md

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) releases controversial new guidelines suggesting women do not need mammograms until age 50. Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is seen backtracking on the panel's recommendations during an interview with Ann Curry. The hosts criticize the patronizing nature of the government's communication regarding women's health.

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