Topic: Assassination

Adam Curry opens episode 1911 of the No Agenda show from Fredericksburg, Texas, located in FEMA Region 6. Guest co-host Rob Dew, also known as Sir Ducefer, joins the broadcast to provide a weekly dose of media deconstruction. The introduction features custom musical mixes and a high-energy welcome for the Sunday morning audience.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke about the financial lifeblood of transnational terrorism. During his remarks, he referenced a February 2024 assassination attempt against him by an activist named Ryan English. English was arrested at the Capitol with materials for a Molotov cocktail, though the hosts mock the effectiveness of using vodka as an accelerant.

Donald Trump issued a warning on Truth Social claiming 1,000 missiles are targeted at Iran following reports of an Iranian plot to assassinate him. Intelligence reports from Israel suggest Iran is seeking revenge for the death of their Supreme Leader, while Trump has authorized massive bombardment if any attempt on his life occurs. The discussion explores the possibility of a "new 9-11" event designed to draw the United States into a ground war with Iran to benefit Israeli interests.

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has called for the assassination of U.S. and Israeli leaders in revenge for the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike in February. This statement coincides with a U.S.-imposed deadline for Iran to guarantee freedom of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation is described as a "tit-for-tat" escalation that threatens global oil prices.

Candace Owens and Hunter Biden discuss theories regarding the validity of assassination attempts against Donald Trump. The conversation touches on skepticism surrounding Erica Kirk's reaction to her husband's death. The hosts analyze the market for "conspiratorial" thinking and how algorithms feed this content to "non-playing characters" (NPCs) in the digital space.

Journalist Chuck Todd expressed personal safety concerns regarding Donald Trump's public events, citing a history of chaos following the former president. Todd argued that Trump fails to protect those in his orbit and contributes to a volatile political atmosphere. The segment concludes with a warning about the psychological impact of constant information ingestion and pharmaceutical influence.

Fox News reporter Peter Doocy questioned President Trump on why assassination attempts continue to occur. Trump responded by citing historical figures like Abraham Lincoln and Gerald Ford, arguing that "impactful people" who effect major change are the primary targets of such violence. He claimed that those who do not challenge the status quo are rarely targeted.

A supercut by Milk Bar TV highlights Candace Owens' repeated claims over two years that she is "inching closer" to solving the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The segment also touches on the growing infighting among conservative media figures like Megyn Kelly and Mark Levin. Additionally, there is speculation that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may eventually be used to treat digital addictions.

A Netflix mini-series titled "Struck by Lightning" explores the presidency and 1881 assassination of James Garfield. The series highlights the deep-seated political corruption of the era, including the influence of the Port Authority and New York political machines.

Candace Owens claimed she was contacted by a high-ranking French official regarding a state-sponsored assassination plot against her and journalist Xavier Poussard. Owens alleged that President Macron authorized a hit squad, including an Israeli operative, in retaliation for her reporting on the "Macron brothers." Skeptics suggest the claim may be the result of a prank or a "crank call" rather than a credible threat.

The hosts analyze a clip of Megyn Kelly claiming that Donald Trump was "almost killed a third time." They debate whether she is referring to the Ryan Routh incident in Florida or a separate, unreported event. The discussion also touches on the attack on Paul Pelosi and Kelly's assertion that the suspect in that case was a "nutcase" with conflicting political affiliations.

Congressman Tim Burchett of Tennessee discusses his support for the Epstein Files Transparency Act and the release of grand jury records by AG Pam Bondi. Burchett warns that flying on Epstein's plane does not automatically imply criminal behavior and expresses concern for the privacy of victims. He compares the secrecy of the Epstein case to the Kennedy assassination and uses the phrase "dadgum" repeatedly during the interview.

Unsealed court documents reveal that Wisconsin teenager Nikita Kasap allegedly murdered his parents, Tatiana and Donald Mayer, in late February as part of a plot to overthrow the government. Kasap reportedly purchased explosives and a drone with the intent to assassinate the President. The investigation looks into whether federal authorities had the suspect on their radar prior to his arrest following a traffic violation in Kansas.

Court documents reveal that Ryan Wesley Routh, the man arrested for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at his golf course, tried to purchase a rocket launcher and Stinger missiles from a Ukrainian contact. Routh's intent was explicitly stated in messages where he claimed he needed the equipment to prevent Trump from being elected.

Representative Anna Paulina Luna will head a new congressional subcommittee tasked with investigating the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and Martin Luther King Jr. The task force also plans to examine the Epstein client list, COVID-19 origins, and UAP/USO phenomena. Simultaneously, the FBI reported uncovering 2,400 new records related to the JFK assassination following a presidential executive order.

The Dvorak Substack is promoted as a primary outlet for media deconstruction, though it faces deliverability challenges due to Spam Assassin blocklists. The discussion explores how individual users hitting "block" can damage the reputation of legitimate newsletters. There is a call for listeners to help unblock the service to ensure the "Freak Show" column reaches its audience.

The FBI arrested Brad Kenneth Spafford in Virginia following the seizure of over 150 pipe bombs and a wearable explosive vest. Prosecutors labeled Spafford an anti-government extremist who allegedly used images of President Biden for target practice. While currently charged with illegal firearm possession, he remains held without bond as a danger to the community.

Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's chemical and biological weapons unit, was assassinated in Moscow by a remotely operated scooter bomb. Ukraine's security service claimed responsibility, citing Kirillov's alleged use of prohibited chemical weapons. The hosts doubt Ukraine's ability to execute such a high-profile hit deep inside Russia without assistance.

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed in a targeted attack outside a Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan. The shooter, described as wearing a gray backpack and fleeing on a city bike, reportedly used a silenced weapon. Public reaction in New York has been unexpectedly polarized, with some social media users framing the suspect as a vigilante figure against the insurance industry.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 1703 of the No Agenda podcast from the Texas Hill Country and Northern Silicon Valley. They remark on the high tension surrounding the upcoming October 2024 presidential election, describing the race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris as incredibly tight.