# Ben Rhodes on The No Agenda Show Ben Rhodes comes up in 13 chapters across 13 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2013 to December 2023. - **Chapters:** 13 - **Episodes:** 13 - **Discussed:** May 2013 – December 2023 - **Related topics:** [White House](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Alex Wagner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-wagner.md), [Andrew Mccabe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-mccabe.md), [Ansar Al-sharia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ansar-al-sharia.md), [Bashar Al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [Ben Sherwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-sherwood.md), [Benghazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benghazi.md) ## Chapters 1–13 of 13 ### 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) ### Kamala Harris Munich Security Conference Delegation - **Episode:** [1426: Pre-Bunk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1426-pre-bunk.md) - **Published:** 2022-02-17 - **Time:** 1:07:06–1:10:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1426-pre-bunk/chapter/kamala-harris-munich-security-conference-delegation.md Vice President Kamala Harris is leading the U.S. delegation to the Munich Security Conference to reaffirm commitments to NATO and Ukraine's sovereignty. The hosts analyze media coverage from NPR and the Washington Post, suggesting the trip is a high-stakes effort to "build Harris from scratch" as a foreign policy leader. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [munich security conference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/munich-security-conference.md), [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md) ### Logan Act, Michael Flynn vs. Biden Transition Contacts - **Episode:** [1294: Ephemeral Experience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-13 - **Time:** 49:40–54:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience/chapter/logan-act-michael-flynn-vs-biden-transition-contacts.md During Senate hearings, Ted Cruz questioned former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe regarding the 2017 investigation into General Michael Flynn and the use of the Logan Act as a pretext. Critics point out the hypocrisy of the Flynn investigation given that Ben Rhodes recently boasted about Joe Biden's transition team already conducting calls with foreign leaders to set a January 20th agenda. This suggests a double standard in how the Logan Act is applied to incoming administrations. Keywords: [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [logan act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logan-act.md), [andrew mccabe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-mccabe.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md) ### Ben Rhodes Confronted on Obama Administration Spying - **Episode:** [1133: No Apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-02 - **Time:** 1:12:13–1:18:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology/chapter/ben-rhodes-confronted-on-obama-administration-spying.md Former National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes is confronted at a book signing by YouTuber Nicholas Balazy regarding the Obama administration's knowledge of the FBI's Trump investigation. Rhodes denies White House involvement, claiming he only learned of the probe through media reports, which the hosts characterize as lying by omission. Keywords: [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [russia probe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-probe.md), nicholas balazy ### NPR Funding, Ploughshares Fund, and Iran Deal Echo Chamber - **Episode:** [827: ELBOOB](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/827-elboob.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-22 - **Time:** 2:08:12–2:12:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/827-elboob/chapter/npr-funding-ploughshares-fund-and-iran-deal-echo-chamber.md Reports reveal that the Ploughshares Fund provided at least $700,000 in grants to NPR to support specific national security reporting themes, particularly regarding the Iran nuclear deal. This funding is linked to Ben Rhodes' admitted "echo chamber" strategy, where the Obama administration used NGOs and friendly media to manipulate public opinion on foreign policy. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), ploughshares fund, [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [iran deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-deal.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Ben Rhodes and Obama Speechwriter Hubris - **Episode:** [824: Clinton Cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/824-clinton-cash.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-13 - **Time:** 1:48:10–1:51:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/824-clinton-cash/chapter/ben-rhodes-and-obama-speechwriter-hubris.md A New York Magazine profile of Ben Rhodes revealed his disdain for the "blob" of the foreign policy establishment and his pride in deceiving the public regarding the Iran deal. The hosts discuss a Charlie Rose interview featuring Obama speechwriters, including Jon Lovett, who reportedly wrote the "if you like your insurance, you can keep it" line for the Affordable Care Act. Keywords: [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [speechwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speechwriting.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [deception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deception.md) ### Ben Rhodes and Loretta Lynch on Refugee Vetting - **Episode:** [775: Fear is the Product](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/775-fear-is-the-product.md) - **Published:** 2015-11-19 - **Time:** 1:32:02–1:36:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/775-fear-is-the-product/chapter/ben-rhodes-and-loretta-lynch-on-refugee-vetting.md Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes claims there is a robust vetting process for Syrian refugees, but Attorney General Loretta Lynch and FBI Director James Comey admit to significant data challenges in screening individuals from Syria. Keywords: [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [loretta lynch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loretta-lynch.md), [syrian refugees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syrian-refugees.md), [vetting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vetting.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md) ### Benghazi Email Discrepancies, YouTube Video Narrative - **Episode:** [768: Terror Tuesdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/768-terror-tuesdays.md) - **Published:** 2015-10-25 - **Time:** 34:23–39:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/768-terror-tuesdays/chapter/benghazi-email-discrepancies-youtube-video-narrative.md Evidence from the Benghazi hearings reveals that Hillary Clinton sent private emails to her family and the Egyptian Prime Minister acknowledging the attack was a planned terrorist strike by an Al-Qaeda-like group. This contradicts the public narrative pushed by the Obama administration, including Ben Rhodes, which blamed a YouTube video for the violence. The use of the word "placed" by Clinton regarding social media claims by Ansar al-Sharia is highlighted as a potential slip-of-the-tongue. Keywords: [chelsea clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chelsea-clinton.md), [ansar al-sharia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ansar-al-sharia.md), [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), mohamed magariaf ### John Kerry's Contradictory Statements on Iran - **Episode:** [742: A.Q. in the Maghrim](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/742-a-q-in-the-maghrim.md) - **Published:** 2015-07-26 - **Time:** 1:44:37–1:47:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/742-a-q-in-the-maghrim/chapter/john-kerry-s-contradictory-statements-on-iran.md A Fox News compilation highlights discrepancies in John Kerry's statements regarding the Iran deal. The clips show Kerry previously stating that "dismantlement" was the goal of sanctions, despite later claiming no one ever talked about dismantling the program. Data is also presented showing that 75% of Iran's centrifuges were installed during the Obama administration. Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [centrifuges](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/centrifuges.md), [iaea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iaea.md), [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md) ### State Department Cyber Intrusion, Russian Hacker Allegations - **Episode:** [711: Facebook Thuggin'](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/711-facebook-thuggin.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-09 - **Time:** 22:36–25:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/711-facebook-thuggin/chapter/state-department-cyber-intrusion-russian-hacker-allegations.md White House Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes addressed reports of a cyber intrusion into the State Department and White House unclassified systems. While officials claim classified systems remain secure, the incident highlights vulnerabilities in government digital infrastructure allegedly targeted by Russian hackers. Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [cyber security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md), [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md) ### Ben Rhodes, White House Validation of Foley Video - **Episode:** [647: Flood the Zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/647-flood-the-zone.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-06 - **Time:** 1:01:17–1:05:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/647-flood-the-zone/chapter/ben-rhodes-white-house-validation-of-foley-video.md Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes characterizes the James Foley video as a "terrorist attack" against the United States. The hosts criticize the White House for validating a video they believe is a low-quality social science project. They compare the situation to the previous administration's handling of the Benghazi video. Keywords: [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [james foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-foley.md), [national security advisor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security-advisor.md), [erbil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erbil.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Syrian Chemical Weapons Claims and Intelligence Assessment - **Episode:** [522: Hookers on Sale](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/522-hookers-on-sale.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-16 - **Time:** 6:22–12:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/522-hookers-on-sale/chapter/syrian-chemical-weapons-claims-and-intelligence-assessment.md The Obama administration officially declares that the Syrian regime under Bashar al-Assad used sarin gas against opposition fighters. Analysis of the White House report by Ben Rhodes suggests the intelligence is based on social media feeds and "open source" reporting rather than physical evidence, leading to skepticism regarding the justification for military aid. Keywords: [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [sarin gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarin-gas.md), [ben rhodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-rhodes.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [chemical weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md) ### Media Executive Siblings, Obama Administration Conflicts - **Episode:** [512: Club Sub](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/512-club-sub.md) - **Published:** 2013-05-12 - **Time:** 12:35–15:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/512-club-sub/chapter/media-executive-siblings-obama-administration-conflicts.md The presidents of CBS News and ABC News, David Rhodes and Ben Sherwood, both have siblings working in high-ranking positions within the Obama administration's National Security Council. 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