# Bob Iger on The No Agenda Show Bob Iger comes up in 13 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2018 to October 2025. - **Chapters:** 13 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** June 2018 – October 2025 - **Related topics:** [Disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [Disney Plus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney-plus.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [Xi Jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Advertising Boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising-boycott.md), [Andrew Ross Sorkin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-ross-sorkin.md), [Apollo Global Management](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apollo-global-management.md), [Apple Vision Pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md) ## Chapters 1–13 of 13 ### Asset Managers, Disney and AI Streaming Alternatives - **Episode:** [1804: Mucho Retardo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1804-mucho-retardo.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-02 - **Time:** 1:25:50–1:28:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1804-mucho-retardo/chapter/asset-managers-disney-and-ai-streaming-alternatives.md The influence of large asset managers like BlackRock and Vanguard is cited as a reason why companies like Disney and Netflix maintain "woke" agendas despite consumer pushback. There is a call for Elon Musk to create an alternative streaming platform to compete with established media giants. Keywords: [blackrock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackrock.md), [vanguard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vanguard.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [larry fink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-fink.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md) ### Elon Musk, X Advertising Boycott, and New York Times DealBook Summit - **Episode:** [1612: Global Donut](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-06 - **Time:** 16:04–25:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut/chapter/elon-musk-x-advertising-boycott-and-new-york-times-dealbook-summit.md Elon Musk's controversial interview with Andrew Ross Sorkin is analyzed, specifically his profane message to advertisers attempting to "blackmail" him with money. Musk suggests that if X fails, the public will blame the advertisers like Disney's Bob Iger. The hosts debate whether Musk is intentionally signaling to the military-industrial complex or if he is prepared to let the company go bankrupt to restructure it. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), x, [andrew ross sorkin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-ross-sorkin.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [advertising boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising-boycott.md), dealbook summit ### Georgia Election Case Live Stream and Disney Spectrum Blackout - **Episode:** [1587: Comely](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1587-comely.md) - **Published:** 2023-09-03 - **Time:** 57:09–1:00:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1587-comely/chapter/georgia-election-case-live-stream-and-disney-spectrum-blackout.md The judge presiding over Donald Trump's election interference case in Georgia announces that proceedings will be live-streamed and televised. Meanwhile, a carriage dispute between Disney and Charter Spectrum results in a blackout of ESPN and ABC. The hosts discuss this as a sign of the decline of traditional cable television and Bob Iger's attempts to pivot Disney's assets. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [fulton county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fulton-county.md), [live stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/live-stream.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), spectrum charter ### Big Tech Ownership of the Film Industry - **Episode:** [1573: 4 No Youth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-16 - **Time:** 5:55–8:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth/chapter/big-tech-ownership-of-the-film-industry.md The shift in the movie business from traditional theaters to home-based technology like the Apple Vision Pro is analyzed as a takeover by Big Tech. The Silicon Valley business model is criticized for extracting creative identity while providing little value in return. The hosts argue that the "magic money machine" of streaming is over, as major CEOs like Bob Iger face a landscape where streaming services are consistently losing money. Keywords: [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) ### Bob Iger and the Economic Impact of Hollywood Strikes - **Episode:** [1573: 4 No Youth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-16 - **Time:** 20:25–23:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth/chapter/bob-iger-and-the-economic-impact-of-hollywood-strikes.md Disney CEO Bob Iger warns that the expectations of striking actors and writers are unrealistic and will cause significant collateral damage to the regional economy. The union counters that many members rely on residual payments to meet the $26,000 annual threshold required for health insurance. One host shares a personal anecdote about not receiving residuals from past work on Swamp Thing or MTV. Keywords: [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [sag-aftra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-aftra.md), [health insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-insurance.md) ### Kevin O'Leary, FTX Collapse, and Bob Iger - **Episode:** [1513: Inrush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-18 - **Time:** 1:27:54–1:32:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush/chapter/kevin-o-leary-ftx-collapse-and-bob-iger.md Shark Tank investor Kevin O'Leary discussed the collapse of the FTX crypto exchange, admitting that institutional investors failed in their due diligence. A notable moment in the interview involved a mention of Disney CEO Bob Iger being involved in a potential deal just before FTX imploded. Iger's abrupt return to Disney is speculated to be linked to these financial shifts. Keywords: [kevin o'leary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-o-leary.md), [ftx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ftx.md), [sam bankman-fried](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-bankman-fried.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md) ### CEO Resignations, Leon Black and Apollo Global Management - **Episode:** [1352: Race Norming](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1352-race-norming.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-03 - **Time:** 1:33:12–1:36:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1352-race-norming/chapter/ceo-resignations-leon-black-and-apollo-global-management.md Leon Black has stepped down as CEO of Apollo Global Management following an internal review of his financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein. This resignation follows a pattern of high-profile CEO departures, including those from Tyson Foods and Disney. Black's father, Eli Black, was the former head of United Fruit, and the family has long-standing ties to major financial and corporate institutions now facing scrutiny over past associations. Keywords: [leon black](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-black.md), [apollo global management](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apollo-global-management.md), [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [tyson foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tyson-foods.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md) ### Bob Iger, Disney's Relationship with China - **Episode:** [1236: WhoTube](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1236-whotube.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-26 - **Time:** 55:13–59:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1236-whotube/chapter/bob-iger-disney-s-relationship-with-china.md A Disney+ documentary details Bob Iger's personal efforts to open Shanghai Disneyland and his emotional meetings with Xi Jinping. The analysis suggests Iger's resignation as CEO was timed to avoid the fallout of Disney's heavy dependence on the Chinese market. Keywords: [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), shanghai disneyland, [disney plus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney-plus.md) ### Geopolitical Agendas and Corporate CEO Resignations - **Episode:** [1220: Sloganeer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1220-sloganeer.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-01 - **Time:** 13:56–16:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1220-sloganeer/chapter/geopolitical-agendas-and-corporate-ceo-resignations.md The hosts speculate that the coronavirus outbreak serves various political agendas, including a market reset for Xi Jinping and a distraction for underperforming corporations. They note a wave of high-profile CEO resignations at Disney, Mastercard, and Salesforce. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is criticized for politicizing the response by requesting $8 billion in emergency funding. Keywords: [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [mastercard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastercard.md), [salesforce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salesforce.md), [chuck schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-schumer.md) ### Disney Plus Streaming Performance and CEO Resignation - **Episode:** [1220: Sloganeer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1220-sloganeer.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-01 - **Time:** 51:31–53:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1220-sloganeer/chapter/disney-plus-streaming-performance-and-ceo-resignation.md The hosts speculate on whether the sudden resignation of Bob Iger is related to the performance of the Disney Plus streaming service. While some suggest the platform's growth may be slowing after the initial trial period, Dvorak notes his family's satisfaction with the service, comparing it to Netflix and Hulu. Keywords: [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney plus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney-plus.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [hulu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hulu.md), streaming wars ### Abigail Disney Criticizes Bob Iger's Salary - **Episode:** [1133: No Apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-02 - **Time:** 2:50:15–2:51:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology/chapter/abigail-disney-criticizes-bob-iger-s-salary.md Disney heiress Abigail Disney publishes an op-ed criticizing CEO Bob Iger's $65 million salary as "insane." She argues that such high executive pay comes at the expense of workers at the bottom who remain in poverty. Keywords: abigail disney, [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), wage inequality, [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md) ### James Gunn, Bob Iger, and NASCAR Sponsorship Pulls - **Episode:** [1063: Furternity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1063-furternity.md) - **Published:** 2018-08-30 - **Time:** 2:25:04–2:28:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1063-furternity/chapter/james-gunn-bob-iger-and-nascar-sponsorship-pulls.md The firing of director James Gunn and a broader crackdown at Disney are linked to rumors of CEO Bob Iger planning a political run. In a related story, NASCAR driver Connor Daly lost his sponsorship from Lilly Diabetes because his father used a racial slur over 30 years ago, highlighting the "gutless" nature of corporate cancel culture. Keywords: james gunn, [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [nascar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nascar.md), connor daly, lilly diabetes ### Bob Iger's Apology and White House Reaction to Roseanne - **Episode:** [1039: Bot Cops](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1039-bot-cops.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-04 - **Time:** 37:40–40:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1039-bot-cops/chapter/bob-iger-s-apology-and-white-house-reaction-to-roseanne.md Disney CEO Bob Iger personally called Valerie Jarrett to apologize for Roseanne Barr's comments, a move the hosts characterize as "virtue signaling." President Trump responded by criticizing Iger for never apologizing for "horrible statements" made about the presidency on ABC, highlighting a perceived double standard in corporate accountability. 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