# Blue Checkmark on The No Agenda Show

Blue Checkmark comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2017 to December 2024.

- **Chapters:** 8
- **Episodes:** 8
- **Discussed:** November 2017 – December 2024
- **Related topics:** [Twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [Verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md), [Adoption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adoption.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [Amy Coney Barrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-coney-barrett.md), [Bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), [Bette Midler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bette-midler.md), [Ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

## Chapters 1–8 of 8

### Elon Musk and Laura Loomer, X Platform Censorship

- **Episode:** [1725: Artificial Indian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1725-artificial-indian.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-29
- **Time:** 1:13:03–1:25:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1725-artificial-indian/chapter/elon-musk-and-laura-loomer-x-platform-censorship.md

A public dispute on the X platform between Elon Musk and Laura Loomer resulted in the temporary removal of Loomer's verification badge. This incident has fueled distrust among some right-wing figures who question Musk's commitment to free speech and his business ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Critics argue that Musk's influence on the 2024 election has made him a primary target for both left-wing media and conservative skeptics.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [laura loomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laura-loomer.md), x, [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md), [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md)

### Twitter Verified Status, Elon Musk Influencer Policy

- **Episode:** [1649: Stay Alarmed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed.md)
- **Published:** 2024-04-07
- **Time:** 4:37–8:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed/chapter/twitter-verified-status-elon-musk-influencer-policy.md

Both hosts unexpectedly received free blue checkmarks on Twitter (X) despite not paying for the premium service. This appears to be part of a new policy granting verification to accounts with over 2,500 verified followers. One host plans to maintain a paid subscription for a few months to test if the algorithm provides better reach for show promotion.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), x, [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md), [verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md), [no authority](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-authority.md)

### Twitter Blue, Celebrity Verification Backlash

- **Episode:** [1549: Al Gore Rhythms](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1549-al-gore-rhythms.md)
- **Published:** 2023-04-23
- **Time:** 19:14–21:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1549-al-gore-rhythms/chapter/twitter-blue-celebrity-verification-backlash.md

Celebrities including Jason Alexander and Bette Midler expressed public outrage over the removal of legacy blue checkmarks on Twitter. The platform reportedly began reinstating verification badges for high-profile accounts regardless of whether they paid for the Twitter Blue subscription. The hosts discuss the perceived loss of "authenticity" and status among the Hollywood elite following Elon Musk's policy changes.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), jason alexander, [bette midler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bette-midler.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md)

### Elon Musk, Twitter Bankruptcy Warning

- **Episode:** [1503: Strung Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out.md)
- **Published:** 2022-11-13
- **Time:** 1:27:30–1:31:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out/chapter/elon-musk-twitter-bankruptcy-warning.md

Elon Musk warned Twitter employees of potential bankruptcy if the company fails to generate more cash than it spends. The discussion covers the chaotic rollout of the $8 verification system and a viral imposter account that briefly impacted Eli Lilly's stock price.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), [eli lilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eli-lilly.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md)

### Post-Pandemic Anxiety and Work-From-Home Preferences

- **Episode:** [1327: China Chopper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1327-china-chopper.md)
- **Published:** 2021-03-07
- **Time:** 26:30–30:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1327-china-chopper/chapter/post-pandemic-anxiety-and-work-from-home-preferences.md

A viral tweet thread from media CEO Emily Ramshaw revealed a growing sentiment among professionals who fear returning to pre-pandemic routines. Many "blue checkmark" Twitter users expressed a preference for remote work, citing a desire to avoid business travel, formal attire, and daily commutes in favor of more time with family.

Keywords: emily ramshaw, blue checkmarks, [work from home](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/work-from-home.md), [lifestyle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lifestyle.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md)

### Transracial Adoption, Haiti Pizzagate 2.0 Theory

- **Episode:** [1281: Talkin' Loudy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1281-talkin-loudy.md)
- **Published:** 2020-09-29
- **Time:** 2:21:26–2:24:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1281-talkin-loudy/chapter/transracial-adoption-haiti-pizzagate-2-0-theory.md

Critics on social media have attacked Amy Coney Barrett for her "transracial adoption" of two children from Haiti. The discussion suggests that bringing up Haiti could be a "Pizzagate 2.0 trap" for Democrats, given past controversies involving the Clinton Foundation and child welfare in the country. The hosts argue that Barrett's role as an adoptive mother should be viewed as a positive attribute.

Keywords: [amy coney barrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-coney-barrett.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [adoption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adoption.md), [pizzagate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pizzagate.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md)

### Twitter Blue Checks, Data Voids

- **Episode:** [1269: pre-bunked](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked.md)
- **Published:** 2020-08-16
- **Time:** 1:01:49–1:06:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/twitter-blue-checks-data-voids.md

The proliferation of blue verification checkmarks for local journalists on Twitter is linked to search engine optimization and the management of "data voids." Data voids occur when there is a lack of credible information on a specific search query, allowing "bad actors" to dominate results. Google's algorithms prioritize content from verified social media accounts, ensuring that "credible" journalists occupy the top of search results during breaking news events.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md), data voids, [google search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-search.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md)

### Twitter Verification Policy, Hate Speech Guidelines

- **Episode:** [982: Support Squirrel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/982-support-squirrel.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-16
- **Time:** 1:23:18–1:27:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/982-support-squirrel/chapter/twitter-verification-policy-hate-speech-guidelines.md

Twitter has begun removing verification badges from accounts that violate its new guidelines regarding hate speech and behavior. The hosts discuss the shift from verification as identity authentication to verification as a perceived endorsement by the platform.

Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

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