# Beyonce on The No Agenda Show

Beyonce comes up in 45 chapters across 41 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2010 to June 2025.

- **Chapters:** 45
- **Episodes:** 41
- **Discussed:** January 2010 – June 2025
- **Related topics:** [Jay-z](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-z.md), [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [Taylor Swift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taylor-swift.md), [Kanye West](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kanye-west.md), [Kim Kardashian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-kardashian.md), [Super Bowl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-bowl.md), [Barbie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbie.md), [Black Lives Matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), [Grammy Awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grammy-awards.md), [Houston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houston.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 45

### Grammy Awards Category Changes, Beyonce Country Music

- **Episode:** [1773: Two Beards](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1773-two-beards.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-15
- **Time:** 1:48:11–1:52:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1773-two-beards/chapter/grammy-awards-category-changes-beyonce-country-music.md

The Recording Academy announced new categories and rule changes for the 2026 Grammy Awards, including an expansion of the Best New Artist criteria. The existing Best Country Album category has been split into "Traditional" and "Contemporary" lanes, a move seen as a response to Beyonce's success with her country-themed album. The hosts compare these changes to historical instances of "finessing" awards to ensure celebrity appearances and boost flagging ratings.

Keywords: [grammy awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grammy-awards.md), recording academy, [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [country music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/country-music.md), [michael jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-jackson.md)

### Face The Nation, Taylor Swift and Barbie Empowerment

- **Episode:** [1767: Best Clips of The Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-24
- **Time:** 1:18:21–1:21:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day/chapter/face-the-nation-taylor-swift-and-barbie-empowerment.md

CBS's "Face The Nation" recaps 2023 as a year of female empowerment, highlighting the economic impact of Taylor Swift and Beyonce's tours. The report describes the "Barbie" movie as a significant cultural conversation about empowered women. The hosts mock the segment's "good news" framing and its focus on pop culture figures as heroes.

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### Boxing Day, Netflix Christmas Football, and Beyonce Halftime Show

- **Episode:** [1724: Boomer Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-26
- **Time:** 2:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode/chapter/boxing-day-netflix-christmas-football-and-beyonce-halftime-show.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show on Boxing Day from Amsterdam and Silicon Valley. They discuss the recent Netflix Christmas Day football streaming event featuring a halftime performance by Beyonce. The hosts compare the streaming audience numbers to those drawn by Jake Paul.

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### Jay-Z Denies Sexual Assault Allegations in Amended Diddy Lawsuit

- **Episode:** [1720: Psyop Season](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-12
- **Time:** 2:20:43–2:25:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season/chapter/jay-z-denies-sexual-assault-allegations-in-amended-diddy-lawsuit.md

Rapper Jay-Z, legally known as Sean Carter, has filed to dismiss a newly amended civil lawsuit that accuses him and Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000. Attorney Tony Buzbee represents the plaintiff, while Jay-Z's legal team characterizes the claims as a "calculated campaign" for an exorbitant settlement. The lawsuit alleges the incident occurred after the 2000 VMAs and was witnessed by an unidentified female celebrity.

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### Joe Rogan Interview Logistics, Harris Campaign Decisions

- **Episode:** [1716: Silver Buckshot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1716-silver-buckshot.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-28
- **Time:** 1:11:09–1:14:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1716-silver-buckshot/chapter/joe-rogan-interview-logistics-harris-campaign-decisions.md

The Harris campaign explains why the Vice President did not appear on Joe Rogan's podcast, citing the need to stay in "battleground" states rather than traveling to Rogan's Austin studio. The hosts point out that Harris was already in Texas for a "reproductive freedom" event with Beyoncé, suggesting the campaign was actually afraid of the unscripted long-form format.

Keywords: [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [houston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houston.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [reproductive freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reproductive-freedom.md)

### Harris Campaign Spending and Celebrity Endorsement Costs

- **Episode:** [1712: Data Plateau](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-14
- **Time:** 32:09–40:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau/chapter/harris-campaign-spending-and-celebrity-endorsement-costs.md

The Kamala Harris campaign is facing scrutiny for spending over $1 billion and ending the election with $20 million in debt. FEC filings revealed a $1 million payment to Oprah Winfrey’s Harpo Productions and six-figure costs for a set used on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast. Democratic bundler Lindy Lee criticized the use of grassroots donations to pay for celebrity-led town halls and star-studded events.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [fec filings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec-filings.md), lindy lee

### Kamala Harris and the "When We Fight, We Win" Slogan

- **Episode:** [1712: Data Plateau](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-14
- **Time:** 49:40–53:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1712-data-plateau/chapter/kamala-harris-and-the-when-we-fight-we-win-slogan.md

Analysis of the Harris campaign's messaging focused on the signature line "When we fight, we win," which was featured prominently at the Democratic National Convention. Despite the high-energy presentation set to Beyonce's music, the slogan failed to capture the public imagination compared to viral "coconut tree" memes. The disconnect suggests the party leadership is out of touch with organic popular culture.

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### Kamala Harris Houston Rally, Beyonce Performance Controversy

- **Episode:** [1707: Sweet Seventeen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1707-sweet-seventeen.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-27
- **Time:** 6:20–9:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1707-sweet-seventeen/chapter/kamala-harris-houston-rally-beyonce-performance-controversy.md

Vice President Kamala Harris held a campaign rally in Houston, Texas, where media reports suggested Beyonce would perform. While Beyonce appeared on stage to speak about motherhood and reproductive freedom, she did not perform a musical set, leading to reports of crowd disappointment and booing.

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### Beyonce and Taylor Swift DNC Appearance Rumors

- **Episode:** [1689: Unhappy Newcomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-25
- **Time:** 50:17–55:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer/chapter/beyonce-and-taylor-swift-dnc-appearance-rumors.md

Widespread rumors of a surprise performance by Beyonce or Taylor Swift at the Democratic National Convention proved false, leading to significant disappointment among attendees and viewers. The segment explores whether the rumors were intentionally planted by the DNC to boost ratings or were the result of poor reporting by outlets like TMZ.

Keywords: [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [taylor swift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taylor-swift.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [tmz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tmz.md), [harvey levin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvey-levin.md), [megyn kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megyn-kelly.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md)

### Democratic Strategy and Hip-Hop Influence at the Convention

- **Episode:** [1680: Seismic Sundae](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-25
- **Time:** 4:36–8:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae/chapter/democratic-strategy-and-hip-hop-influence-at-the-convention.md

The Democratic Party is predicted to utilize high-profile entertainers and athletes at the National Convention to counter the Republican use of figures like Hulk Hogan and Amber Rose. Beyonce has reportedly granted the Harris campaign permission to use her song "Freedom." Van Jones and other commentators suggest a mobilization of Black voters and a defensive stance against perceived insults toward Black women in politics.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), amber rose, [hulk hogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hulk-hogan.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [van jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/van-jones.md), [hip hop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hip-hop.md)

### Supreme Court Disclosures, Clarence Thomas and Beyonce Tickets

- **Episode:** [1667: Heavy Tail](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1667-heavy-tail.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-09
- **Time:** 40:41–43:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1667-heavy-tail/chapter/supreme-court-disclosures-clarence-thomas-and-beyonce-tickets.md

Justice Clarence Thomas amended his financial disclosure forms to include 2019 trips to Bali funded by billionaire Harlan Crow. Simultaneously, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson reported a $900,000 book advance and concert tickets from Beyonce, while Justice Sonia Sotomayor disclosed $86,000 in royalties. The hosts argue that the media focus on Thomas ignores the systemic nature of high-value book deals and gifts across the entire court.

Keywords: [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [harlan crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harlan-crow.md), [ketanji brown jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ketanji-brown-jackson.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [sonia sotomayor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sonia-sotomayor.md)

### Taylor Swift, Barbie and 2023 Cultural Highlights

- **Episode:** [1619: Flash to Bang](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-24
- **Time:** 20:13–21:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang/chapter/taylor-swift-barbie-and-2023-cultural-highlights.md

The year 2023 saw significant economic and cultural contributions from women, highlighted by the record-breaking tours of Taylor Swift and Beyonce. The Barbie movie is described as a major cultural conversation that empowered women through its portrayal of professional versatility. These events are credited with generating billions of dollars for local economies.

Keywords: [taylor swift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taylor-swift.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [barbie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbie.md), [economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economy.md), [women](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/women.md)

### San Francisco Voguing Protest and O'Shea Sibley

- **Episode:** [1579: Cash over Country](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1579-cash-over-country.md)
- **Published:** 2023-08-06
- **Time:** 1:04:14–1:06:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1579-cash-over-country/chapter/san-francisco-voguing-protest-and-o-shea-sibley.md

The queer and trans community in San Francisco held a protest following the fatal stabbing of O'Shea Sibley at a Brooklyn gas station. Sibley was reportedly attacked while voguing to a Beyonce song, leading activists to frame the dance form as an act of resistance against homophobia and racism.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), o'shea sibley, [brooklyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn.md), voguing, [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [kqed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kqed.md)

### Madonna Appearance, Celebrity Control and Queer Activism

- **Episode:** [1528: HABIDAT](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1528-habidat.md)
- **Published:** 2023-02-09
- **Time:** 5:13–7:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1528-habidat/chapter/madonna-appearance-celebrity-control-and-queer-activism.md

Madonna's appearance at the Grammys sparked discussion regarding her plastic surgery and strict camera angle requirements in celebrity contracts. Beyonce's acceptance speech credited the "queer community" for her genre, leading to a discussion on the definition of "queer" as a form of political activism rather than just an identity.

Keywords: [madonna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madonna.md), sam smith, [queer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queer.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), celebrity contracts

### Grammy Awards Production and the Decline of Award Shows

- **Episode:** [1330: Cattle-lyst Converter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter.md)
- **Published:** 2021-03-20
- **Time:** 1:01:56–1:05:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter/chapter/grammy-awards-production-and-the-decline-of-award-shows.md

The 63rd Annual Grammy Awards are analyzed for their high production value and heavy political messaging. Billie Eilish's win for Record of the Year is noted for her visible embarrassment over beating Megan Thee Stallion. The hosts criticize the show's shift toward "BLM" themes and "Illuminati" imagery, noting that ratings have dropped 55% as audiences migrate to streaming and podcasts.

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### Listener Donations, Joy of Giving

- **Episode:** [1098: Climate Grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief.md)
- **Published:** 2018-12-28
- **Time:** 1:16:26–1:19:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief/chapter/listener-donations-joy-of-giving.md

Donations from Randall Scheibel and Chris Bede are read, with Scheibel requesting a "de-douching" for himself and his friends. Chris Bede cites an article stating that the joy of giving lasts longer than the joy of receiving. The segment includes various "stingers" featuring Al Sharpton and a clip of Hillary Clinton thanking Beyoncé.

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### Bill Maher, LGBTQ Jokes, Elevator Confrontations

- **Episode:** [1073: Boof a Lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1073-boof-a-lemon.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-01
- **Time:** 52:32–54:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1073-boof-a-lemon/chapter/bill-maher-lgbtq-jokes-elevator-confrontations.md

Comedian Bill Maher is criticized for making "gay jokes" about Lindsey Graham, highlighting a perceived double standard among high-minded liberals. The discussion references an incident where Senator Jeff Flake was confronted by protesters in an elevator, which Maher compared to a famous altercation involving Jay-Z and Beyonce's sister. The segment notes the irony of liberals using homophobic tropes while claiming to support the LGBTQ community.

Keywords: [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [jeff flake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-flake.md), [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md)

### Chance the Rapper, Beyonce vs Michael Jackson, The View

- **Episode:** [1048: Crush ICE](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1048-crush-ice.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-06
- **Time:** 2:05:13–2:10:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1048-crush-ice/chapter/chance-the-rapper-beyonce-vs-michael-jackson-the-view.md

Chance the Rapper's commencement speech at Dillard University sparked a debate after he claimed Beyonce's Coachella performance was better than any by Michael Jackson. The hosts of "The View" are criticized for missing Chance's point about "greatness building upon greatness" and instead pivoting to generic self-help advice. The segment characterizes the show's commentary as "ill groupthink."

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### Coachella Sexual Harassment, Teen Vogue Report

- **Episode:** [1027: Folding Pre-school](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1027-folding-pre-school.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-22
- **Time:** 43:53–49:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1027-folding-pre-school/chapter/coachella-sexual-harassment-teen-vogue-report.md

Vera Papasova of Teen Vogue reported on widespread sexual harassment at the Coachella music festival, claiming she spoke to over 50 women who experienced groping. The hosts discuss the nature of festival crowds and propose satirical "anti-harassment" products like electrified clothing.

Keywords: [coachella](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coachella.md), [teen vogue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teen-vogue.md), [beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md), [sexual harassment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-harassment.md), vera papasova

### BBC Pidgin Service, West African Digital News

- **Episode:** [962: Service Pony](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/962-service-pony.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-07
- **Time:** 1:12:07–1:15:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/962-service-pony/chapter/bbc-pidgin-service-west-african-digital-news.md

The BBC has launched a digital news service in Pidgin English specifically for audiences in West and Central Africa. The hosts read headlines from the site, including stories about Hurricane Irma and a Beyonce-themed course at the University of Copenhagen. They compare the service to "Ebonics" and marvel at the linguistic style used by the British broadcaster.

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