# Atomic Rod Adams on The No Agenda Show

Atomic Rod Adams comes up in 12 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2011 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 12
- **Episodes:** 12
- **Discussed:** December 2011 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Nuclear Energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-energy.md), [Rod Adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rod-adams.md), [Atomic Insights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atomic-insights.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [A-10 Warthog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/a-10-warthog.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [Ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ants.md), [Atomic Energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atomic-energy.md), [Ayn Rand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayn-rand.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md)

## Chapters 1–12 of 12

### Advanced Nuclear Reactor Progress, Rod Adams Update

- **Episode:** [1886: Cytoshitosis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-16
- **Time:** 1:14:56–1:18:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis/chapter/advanced-nuclear-reactor-progress-rod-adams-update.md

Nuclear consultant Rod Adams reports on the successful launch of four new advanced nuclear reactors as of July 4th. The Reactor Pilot Program, bolstered by executive orders signed in May 2025, has accelerated approvals for companies like Aloe Atomics and Valar Atomics. Despite regulatory hurdles, many of these advanced energy firms remain headquartered in California.

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### Methane Leak Fines and Oil Refinery Operations

- **Episode:** [1615: Day One Dictator](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-10
- **Time:** 1:08:50–1:13:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator/chapter/methane-leak-fines-and-oil-refinery-operations.md

Texas oil industry insiders dispute the accuracy of methane leak reports issued by the Department of Energy, claiming they are based on flawed algorithms rather than physical inspections. The discussion also touches on how environmental fines are often funneled into non-profit organizations for tax write-offs.

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### Low-Dose Radiotherapy, Alternative COVID-19 Treatments

- **Episode:** [1239: Beaches are Open](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open.md)
- **Published:** 2020-05-07
- **Time:** 46:08–48:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open/chapter/low-dose-radiotherapy-alternative-covid-19-treatments.md

Expert Rod Adams is advocating for the use of low-dose lung radiotherapy to treat COVID-19 pneumonia, a method used in the 1950s that has since fallen out of favor. Other potential treatments being explored include the use of a hydrogen peroxide-like spray in the lungs of intubated patients. These low-cost alternatives are reportedly being ignored by the medical establishment in favor of more profitable vaccine development.

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### Rod Adams, Depleted Uranium, A-10 Warthog Weapons

- **Episode:** [906: Hitler's Playbook](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/906-hitler-s-playbook.md)
- **Published:** 2017-02-23
- **Time:** 1:14:15–1:17:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/906-hitler-s-playbook/chapter/rod-adams-depleted-uranium-a-10-warthog-weapons.md

Nuclear expert Rod Adams, Baron of Blue Ridge, provides a technical breakdown of depleted uranium (DU) munitions used by A-10 Warthog pilots. Adams argues that DU is largely inert until impact, where it turns into a plasma form to pierce tank armor. The discussion addresses the controversy surrounding DU's alleged link to birth defects, with Adams suggesting such claims are often anti-nuclear propaganda.

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### 800 Quarters and the Ant Song

- **Episode:** [795: Trump Head](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/795-trump-head.md)
- **Published:** 2016-01-31
- **Time:** 1:50:58–1:58:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/795-trump-head/chapter/800-quarters-and-the-ant-song.md

Sir Tom "Rod" Adams donated $200 in the form of "800 quarters" to celebrate the show's upcoming 800th episode. Adams, a nuclear energy expert, is praised for providing accurate industry information. The segment also features a humorous "Ayn Rand Mac and Cheese" clip and the return of the "Ant Song" following a discussion about a pest infestation in the studio.

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### Christmas Eve Donations, Blue Ridge Baronet

- **Episode:** [784: Hot Rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/784-hot-rhetoric.md)
- **Published:** 2015-12-31
- **Time:** 2:16:06–2:20:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/784-hot-rhetoric/chapter/christmas-eve-donations-blue-ridge-baronet.md

The final donation segment features a large contribution from Sir Atomic Rod Adams, Baronet of the Blue Ridge. Other notable donors include Don Borosky, who sent a note on "United Federation of Planets" stationery, and several international producers from Canada, France, and New Zealand.

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### No Agenda Social Media Strategy and Knighting Ceremony

- **Episode:** [751: Funny Blow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/751-funny-blow.md)
- **Published:** 2015-08-27
- **Time:** 2:13:48–2:18:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/751-funny-blow/chapter/no-agenda-social-media-strategy-and-knighting-ceremony.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak encourage listeners to promote the show to celebrities on Twitter, mentioning a recent interaction with actress Christine Chenoweth. They conduct a knighting ceremony for Sir Don and Sir Ishtuan the Terrible, and promote Rod Adams' nuclear energy site, AtomicInsights.com.

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### Nuclear Quality Assurance, Rod Adams, and Atomic Insights

- **Episode:** [712: Kalette](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-12
- **Time:** 2:18:41–2:20:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette/chapter/nuclear-quality-assurance-rod-adams-and-atomic-insights.md

Sir Rod Adams provides a clarification on the "10 CFR 50 Appendix B" knighthood title, explaining that it refers to federal regulations for nuclear quality assurance programs. Adams, a nuclear energy expert and creator of Atomic Insights, is recognized for his contribution to the show's understanding of the energy sector.

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### Nuclear Centrifuge Technicalities, Enrichment Matrixes

- **Episode:** [709: Terror Factory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/709-terror-factory.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-02
- **Time:** 1:24:37–1:29:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/709-terror-factory/chapter/nuclear-centrifuge-technicalities-enrichment-matrixes.md

The technical debate over Iran's nuclear program often focuses on the number of centrifuges, but experts suggest the "matrix" and "cascades" are more critical. While energy production requires low-purity U-235, weapons-grade material requires high purity achieved through long cascades in series. The focus on a specific number of centrifuges (e.g., 5,000) is viewed by some as an obfuscation of the actual enrichment capabilities being negotiated.

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### Atomic Rod Adams and Nuclear Energy Advocacy

- **Episode:** [382: Apathy Syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/382-apathy-syndrome.md)
- **Published:** 2012-02-12
- **Time:** 40:27–42:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/382-apathy-syndrome/chapter/atomic-rod-adams-and-nuclear-energy-advocacy.md

Longtime listener Atomic Rod Adams provides insight into the future of small-scale nuclear reactors. The hosts discuss the pro-petroleum bias in mainstream media that portrays nuclear energy as inherently dangerous.

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### Executive Producer Credits and Small Modular Reactor Technology

- **Episode:** [365: Trojan Horse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/365-trojan-horse.md)
- **Published:** 2011-12-15
- **Time:** 17:32–23:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/365-trojan-horse/chapter/executive-producer-credits-and-small-modular-reactor-technology.md

The hosts credit executive producers, including "Atomic" Rod Adams, who discusses the benefits of small modular reactor (SMR) designs. Adams argues that public fear of nuclear energy is fueled by the hydrocarbon industry. The segment transitions into a discussion of the show's value-for-value model and the effort required to monitor multiple news streams.

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### Birthday Shoutouts, Knighting Sir Richard, and Heckling Eric Holder

- **Episode:** [364: Katy Bar The Door, Baby!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/364-katy-bar-the-door-baby.md)
- **Published:** 2011-12-11
- **Time:** 1:51:35–1:54:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/364-katy-bar-the-door-baby/chapter/birthday-shoutouts-knighting-sir-richard-and-heckling-eric-holder.md

The hosts deliver birthday greetings to Christopher Hsu, Tanya Foster, and nuclear expert Atomic Rod Adams. Richard Scott Bagwell is officially knighted as "Sir Richard" for his $1,000 contribution. Adam Curry mentions he plans to attend a welcoming party for Eric Holder at the LBJ Library in Austin to potentially "mic check" or heckle the Attorney General.

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