# Boy Scouts Of America on The No Agenda Show Boy Scouts Of America comes up in 11 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2009 to April 2022. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** May 2009 – April 2022 - **Related topics:** [Girl Scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/girl-scouts.md), [Rex Tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [New York Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [Perversion Files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perversion-files.md), [Abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abuse.md), [Atheism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atheism.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Border Patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md), [Child Abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-abuse.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Boy Scouts of America Gender Identity Policy - **Episode:** [900: 900](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/900-900.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-28 - **Time:** 2:08:23–2:10:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/900-900/chapter/boy-scouts-of-america-gender-identity-policy.md The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) announced a significant policy shift, stating they will now accept scouts based on the gender identity provided on their application rather than their birth certificate. This follows previous moves to allow gay scouts and leaders. The hosts note the irony that this change occurred as former BSA head Rex Tillerson was confirmed as Secretary of State. Keywords: [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [gender identity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-identity.md), [transgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender.md), bsa, [registration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/registration.md) ### Mormon Church and Boy Scouts, Ending Century-Long Partnership - **Episode:** [1032: Going Vertical](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1032-going-vertical.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-11 - **Time:** 2:32:10–2:33:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1032-going-vertical/chapter/mormon-church-and-boy-scouts-ending-century-long-partnership.md The Mormon Church (LDS) announced it will end its 100-year relationship with the Boy Scouts of America by the end of 2019. The split follows the BSA's policy changes regarding inclusive membership. The church plans to launch its own global youth development program to replace the scouting curriculum. Keywords: [mormon church](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mormon-church.md), [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [lds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lds.md), youth programs, [atheism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atheism.md) ### Boy Scouts of America Name Change to Scouts BSA - **Episode:** [1031: Dog Dazer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-07 - **Time:** 52:40–55:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer/chapter/boy-scouts-of-america-name-change-to-scouts-bsa.md The Boy Scouts of America announced a name change to "Scouts BSA" to reflect the inclusion of girls in the program. This decision was discussed on "The View," where hosts debated whether girls benefit from being in male-dominated environments. The hosts examine the logistical reality that troops will remain gender-segregated despite the shared organizational name. Keywords: [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), scouts bsa, [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), gender integration, [girl scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/girl-scouts.md) ### LDS Church and Boy Scouts Membership Crisis - **Episode:** [1031: Dog Dazer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-07 - **Time:** 59:10–1:03:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1031-dog-dazer/chapter/lds-church-and-boy-scouts-membership-crisis.md The Mormon Church (LDS), which makes up 20% of the Boy Scouts' membership, announced it will leave the organization to start its own youth program by 2020. This follows the BSA's policy changes regarding gay and transgender members. Analysts suggest the decision to admit girls is a desperate move by the BSA to replace the massive loss of Mormon youth members. Keywords: [lds church](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lds-church.md), [mormons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mormons.md), [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [utah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utah.md), [membership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/membership.md), [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md) ### Boy Scouts of America Name Change to Scouts BSA - **Episode:** [1030: Phoneliness](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1030-phoneliness.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-03 - **Time:** 18:31–23:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1030-phoneliness/chapter/boy-scouts-of-america-name-change-to-scouts-bsa.md The Boy Scouts of America announced it will change the name of its flagship program to Scouts BSA in 2019 to reflect the inclusion of girls. While the organization maintains that troops will remain single-gender, the move has drawn criticism from the Girl Scouts of the USA and traditionalists. One host recounts personal history as a Sea Scout in the Netherlands and sleeping in the historic home of founder Robert Baden-Powell. Keywords: [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), scouts bsa, [girl scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/girl-scouts.md), gender inclusion, baden powell ### Boy Scouts Accept Girls, Girl Scouts Backlash - **Episode:** [973: Exit on the Floor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/973-exit-on-the-floor.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-15 - **Time:** 2:43:54–2:46:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/973-exit-on-the-floor/chapter/boy-scouts-accept-girls-girl-scouts-backlash.md The Boy Scouts of America announced they will begin accepting girls into their programs, a move the hosts view as the "de-masculinization" of American males. The New York Times published an article suggesting boys should similarly join the Girl Scouts. The hosts wonder if former Boy Scout President Rex Tillerson has commented on the policy change. Keywords: [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [girl scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/girl-scouts.md), [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [gender neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-neutrality.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md) ### Donald Trump Boy Scout Jamboree Speech, Media Criticism - **Episode:** [950: RACE: other](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-28 - **Time:** 1:05:28–1:10:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other/chapter/donald-trump-boy-scout-jamboree-speech-media-criticism.md President Trump's speech at the Boy Scout Jamboree drew sharp criticism from media outlets, with some comparing the event to a Hitler Youth rally. The hosts defend the scouts and critique the "tolerant left" for seeing fascism in every Trump appearance. They also play a clip of Roland Martin on MSNBC calling the President a "crackhead" for large crowds. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [hitler youth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hitler-youth.md), [roland martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roland-martin.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md) ### Rex Tillerson, Secretary of State Nomination and Boy Scouts - **Episode:** [887: Fact Checkmate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/887-fact-checkmate.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-18 - **Time:** 2:16:18–2:22:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/887-fact-checkmate/chapter/rex-tillerson-secretary-of-state-nomination-and-boy-scouts.md Donald Trump's nomination of ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State has drawn criticism over his ties to Vladimir Putin and a $500 billion Arctic oil deal. Tillerson is a Distinguished Eagle Scout and former president of the Boy Scouts of America, where he led the decision to allow gay scouts. Critics like John McCain and Lindsey Graham have expressed alarm over his potential to lift Russian sanctions. Keywords: [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [exxonmobil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exxonmobil.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [secretary of state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-state.md) ### Boy Scouts Abuse Files, Mormon Bishop Smear - **Episode:** [453: Haldol Dribbler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/453-haldol-dribbler.md) - **Published:** 2012-10-18 - **Time:** 2:36:56–2:39:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/453-haldol-dribbler/chapter/boy-scouts-abuse-files-mormon-bishop-smear.md The release of the Boy Scouts of America "perversion files" reveals decades of documented child abuse within the organization. The timing and framing of the news, specifically highlighting a Mormon bishop who failed to report abuse, is interpreted as a political smear against Mitt Romney. The files contain records of thousands of suspected molesters kicked out of the scouts. Keywords: [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [perversion files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perversion-files.md), [mormon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mormon.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [child abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-abuse.md) ### Boy Scout Perversion Files, Media Awareness - **Episode:** [188: Easter Haiku and iPads For You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/188-easter-haiku-and-ipads-for-you.md) - **Published:** 2010-04-04 - **Time:** 1:48:35–1:49:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/188-easter-haiku-and-ipads-for-you/chapter/boy-scout-perversion-files-media-awareness.md The Boy Scouts of America are reportedly holding "perversion files" consisting of 20,000 pages of documented abuse testimony. The segment highlights the potential for this scandal to expand into the upper echelons of the organization, paralleling the ongoing crisis within the Catholic Church. Keywords: [boy scouts of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts-of-america.md), [perversion files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perversion-files.md), [abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abuse.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [records](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/records.md) ### Boy Scouts Counter-Terrorism Training, New York Times Report - **Episode:** [98: Health Code Violation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/98-health-code-violation.md) - **Published:** 2009-05-17 - **Time:** 30:40–33:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/98-health-code-violation/chapter/boy-scouts-counter-terrorism-training-new-york-times-report.md The New York Times reports on Boy Scouts receiving tactical training from law enforcement to fight terrorists and illegal immigrants. 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