# Busing on The No Agenda Show

Busing comes up in 19 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2010 to June 2026.

- **Chapters:** 19
- **Episodes:** 17
- **Discussed:** January 2010 – June 2026
- **Related topics:** [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [San Francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [School Buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-buses.md), [Greg Abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [Adblue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adblue.md), [Ados](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ados.md), [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [Architecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/architecture.md)

## Chapters 1–19 of 19

### European Tourists Discovering American Hospitality via Social Media

- **Episode:** [1878: Dream Build Loop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-18
- **Time:** 1:23–7:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop/chapter/european-tourists-discovering-american-hospitality-via-social-media.md

Viral videos on X and YouTube feature European, Australian, and Japanese tourists expressing surprise at American culture and hospitality. These visitors frequently highlight iconic American symbols such as yellow school buses, fire hydrants, and large retail chains like Costco and Buc-ee's, challenging negative international stereotypes about the United States.

Keywords: x, [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md), [school buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-buses.md), buc-ee's

### Green Mountain Transit Electric Bus Battery Recall

- **Episode:** [1839: Feces Thesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-01
- **Time:** 2:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis/chapter/green-mountain-transit-electric-bus-battery-recall.md

Green Mountain Transit in Vermont removed five new Flyer electric buses from service following a battery recall due to fire hazards. The buses, which are less than a year old, currently sit idle in the snow because they require temperatures of at least 41 degrees to charge. Local agencies are sharing resources to maintain transit schedules during the subfreezing winter weather.

Keywords: green mountain transit, [vermont](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vermont.md), electric buses, new flyer, [battery recall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battery-recall.md), [fire hazard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fire-hazard.md)

### Hydrogen Bus Implementation Cycles in Porto, Portugal

- **Episode:** [1512: Cash is Criminal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-15
- **Time:** 25:54–27:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal/chapter/hydrogen-bus-implementation-cycles-in-porto-portugal.md

Public transit in Porto, Portugal, has returned to using hydrogen-powered buses after a period of utilizing natural gas vehicles. This shift mirrors an earlier EU project from the early 2000s called CUTE that initially introduced hydrogen technology to the city. Observations of the new buses note they are smooth but potentially top-heavy due to roof-mounted battery systems.

Keywords: porto, [portugal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/portugal.md), hydrogen buses, [clean energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-energy.md), [public transit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-transit.md)

### Kamala Harris Bus Tour and Kari Lake Rodeo

- **Episode:** [1498: Junk Fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees.md)
- **Published:** 2022-10-30
- **Time:** 3:38:03–3:40:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees/chapter/kamala-harris-bus-tour-and-kari-lake-rodeo.md

Vice President Kamala Harris visited Seattle to promote a $1 billion program for electric school buses. In contrast, Republican rising star Kari Lake campaigned at a rodeo, mocking her opponent's stance on gender identity by challenging her to "milk a bull" to understand basic biology.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [kari lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kari-lake.md), electric buses, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [biology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biology.md)

### Florida and Texas Coordination on Migrant Relocation

- **Episode:** [1487: Si Senor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-18
- **Time:** 1:01:07–1:08:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor/chapter/florida-and-texas-coordination-on-migrant-relocation.md

The relocation of migrants to Martha's Vineyard involved coordination between the governors of Florida and Texas. While the flights were funded by Florida, the migrants were reportedly picked up in San Antonio, Texas, after expressing a desire to travel to sanctuary cities in the north.

Keywords: [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [san antonio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-antonio.md), migrant buses, [sanctuary cities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctuary-cities.md)

### Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Criticizes Texas Migrant Busing

- **Episode:** [1483: Jacked Up Joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1483-jacked-up-joe.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-04
- **Time:** 2:09:06–2:12:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1483-jacked-up-joe/chapter/chicago-mayor-lori-lightfoot-criticizes-texas-migrant-busing.md

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot criticized Texas Governor Greg Abbott for busing illegal immigrants to her city, calling the move a violation of basic rights. Lightfoot linked the busing strategy to Texas's policies on reproductive healthcare, stating that she would welcome Texans to Chicago. The ongoing dispute highlights the tension between "sanctuary cities" and border states over federal immigration policy.

Keywords: [lori lightfoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lori-lightfoot.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), migrant busing, [reproductive rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reproductive-rights.md)

### Kamala Harris, Electric School Buses, Diesel Exhaust Claims

- **Episode:** [1455: Systemic Rivals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals.md)
- **Published:** 2022-05-29
- **Time:** 2:32:54–2:36:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals/chapter/kamala-harris-electric-school-buses-diesel-exhaust-claims.md

Vice President Kamala Harris promoted electric school buses by claiming that children are exposed to 90 days of diesel exhaust over their school careers. Critics argue the claim is scientifically dubious and that modern diesel buses use "AdBlue" (urea) systems to significantly reduce emissions, making the push for electric replacements unnecessary.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [school buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-buses.md), diesel exhaust, [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [environment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environment.md), [adblue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adblue.md)

### CDC Mask Guidance, School Mandates, Public Transportation

- **Episode:** [1429: Puppy State](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1429-puppy-state.md)
- **Published:** 2022-02-27
- **Time:** 2:55:19–2:57:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1429-puppy-state/chapter/cdc-mask-guidance-school-mandates-public-transportation.md

The CDC has updated its masking recommendations, advising that 70% of Americans can stop wearing masks indoors based on local hospital capacity. While mask requirements have been dropped for school buses, they remain in effect for public transportation until at least March 18th. New York City continues to require universal masking in schools despite the new federal guidance.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [masks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masks.md), [school buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/school-buses.md), [hospital capacity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hospital-capacity.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md)

### Kamala Harris Debate History, Tulsi Gabbard Confrontation

- **Episode:** [1283: Dumb and Sick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1283-dumb-and-sick.md)
- **Published:** 2020-10-04
- **Time:** 1:47:57–2:00:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1283-dumb-and-sick/chapter/kamala-harris-debate-history-tulsi-gabbard-confrontation.md

A review of Kamala Harris's performance in the Democratic primary debates highlights her past clashes with Joe Biden over busing and segregationists. During a notable exchange, Tulsi Gabbard criticized Harris's record as Attorney General of California, citing the incarceration of 1,500 people for marijuana violations and the blocking of evidence in death row cases. Harris defended her record as a "national model" for reform while Gabbard demanded an apology for those who suffered under her tenure.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [tulsi gabbard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsi-gabbard.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [criminal justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/criminal-justice.md), [busing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/busing.md)

### NBC News Coverage, Biden and Harris Debate Fallout

- **Episode:** [1153: Pink Pound](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound.md)
- **Published:** 2019-07-07
- **Time:** 41:43–44:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/nbc-news-coverage-biden-and-harris-debate-fallout.md

NBC News faced criticism for its segment packaging, which combined reporting on the census with coverage of the Democratic primary debate between Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. The report highlighted Biden's comments about being unprepared for Harris's attacks regarding his past stance on busing.

Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [busing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/busing.md)

### Kamala Harris Confronts Joe Biden on Busing History

- **Episode:** [1151: Brand Purpose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose.md)
- **Published:** 2019-07-04
- **Time:** 8:47–12:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose/chapter/kamala-harris-confronts-joe-biden-on-busing-history.md

Kamala Harris challenged Joe Biden during the debate regarding his 1970s opposition to federally mandated busing for school integration. Biden defended his record at Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow PUSH Coalition, arguing that a 60-second debate exchange cannot represent a lifetime of civil rights work.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [busing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/busing.md), [segregation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/segregation.md), rainbow push coalition, [civil rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-rights.md)

### Kamala Harris Identity Politics and Berkeley Integration Claims

- **Episode:** [1151: Brand Purpose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose.md)
- **Published:** 2019-07-04
- **Time:** 15:06–19:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose/chapter/kamala-harris-identity-politics-and-berkeley-integration-claims.md

The hosts analyze Kamala Harris's personal narrative regarding school integration in Berkeley, California. They cite reports suggesting Berkeley schools were already integrated by the time she attended and discuss her privileged upbringing, including summer vacations in India, which some critics in the ADOS community find disingenuous.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [busing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/busing.md), [stolen valor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stolen-valor.md), [ados](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ados.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md)

### Boris Johnson Leadership Race and Model Bus Hobby

- **Episode:** [1151: Brand Purpose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose.md)
- **Published:** 2019-07-04
- **Time:** 2:31:14–2:37:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose/chapter/boris-johnson-leadership-race-and-model-bus-hobby.md

Boris Johnson, a frontrunner for the UK Conservative leadership, gave a bizarre interview where he claimed his hobby is making model buses out of wine crates. Critics suggest the story was a "dead cat" maneuver to manipulate Google search results away from a recent domestic dispute.

Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), eton, model buses, [google search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-search.md)

### Double-Decker Buses, London Infrastructure, Urban Development

- **Episode:** [1146: Googers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1146-googers.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-16
- **Time:** 2:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1146-googers/chapter/double-decker-buses-london-infrastructure-urban-development.md

London's infrastructure and the prevalence of double-decker buses are compared to transit systems in San Francisco and the East Bay. Observations are made regarding the changing skyline of London, including the appearance of new "pointy" buildings and the status of the Gherkin. The discussion notes that while London has used double-deckers for decades, US systems like AC Transit are only recently adopting them for high-capacity transportation.

Keywords: [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), double-decker buses, ac transit, gherkin building, [architecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/architecture.md)

### San Francisco Tech Bus Attacks, FBI Involvement

- **Episode:** [1012: Value Convo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-01
- **Time:** 2:11:22–2:15:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo/chapter/san-francisco-tech-bus-attacks-fbi-involvement.md

Charter buses transporting Apple and Google employees from San Francisco to Silicon Valley have been targeted by a gunman using a BB gun or rifle. The California Highway Patrol and the FBI are investigating at least 20 incidents occurring along the I-280 and Highway 101 corridors.

Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), tech buses, [chp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chp.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md)

### Project Veritas Voter Fraud Investigation, NYC Election Rigging

- **Episode:** [868: Shambollocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/868-shambollocks.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-13
- **Time:** 2:59:55–3:03:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/868-shambollocks/chapter/project-veritas-voter-fraud-investigation-nyc-election-rigging.md

Project Veritas released undercover footage of a New York City Democratic Election Commissioner explaining how the party "rigs the vote" by busing people to different polling stations. The commissioner claims that a lack of voter ID laws allows for widespread fraud, particularly in certain neighborhoods. The hosts debate whether this fraud is significant enough to change the election outcome.

Keywords: [project veritas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/project-veritas.md), [james o'keefe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-o-keefe.md), [voter fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-fraud.md), [busing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/busing.md), [voter id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-id.md)

### San Francisco Tech Buses, Wealth Disparity

- **Episode:** [601: Pilots of Terror](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/601-pilots-of-terror.md)
- **Published:** 2014-03-20
- **Time:** 2:54:20–2:56:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/601-pilots-of-terror/chapter/san-francisco-tech-buses-wealth-disparity.md

Unmarked buses carrying high-tech workers in San Francisco have become symbols of wealth disparity and gentrification. Activists in the Mission District criticize the "limousine-like" vehicles for representing a divide between new tech employees and long-time working-class residents.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), tech buses, [google bus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-bus.md), [gentrification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gentrification.md), [mission district](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mission-district.md)

### DHS Bus Attack Warning, Texas Earthquake

- **Episode:** [356: Super Duper Space Wrench](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/356-super-duper-space-wrench.md)
- **Published:** 2011-11-13
- **Time:** 1:09:15–1:10:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/356-super-duper-space-wrench/chapter/dhs-bus-attack-warning-texas-earthquake.md

The Department of Homeland Security issued a warning about potential terror attacks on buses, citing documents found in Osama bin Laden's compound. The hosts mock the timing of the warning just before the holiday travel season. Additionally, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake occurred in South Texas, which the hosts link to deep-well water injection practices.

Keywords: [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [terror warning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terror-warning.md), buses, [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md)

### Sao Paulo Bus Terminal, Brazilian Transportation Infrastructure

- **Episode:** [163: The Heroin Boot And You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/163-the-heroin-boot-and-you.md)
- **Published:** 2010-01-07
- **Time:** 9:38–11:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/163-the-heroin-boot-and-you/chapter/sao-paulo-bus-terminal-brazilian-transportation-infrastructure.md

Sao Paulo, Brazil, currently holds the title for the world's largest bus terminal, serving a nation that relies heavily on bus travel due to a lack of passenger trains. The city utilizes triple-articulated "bendy" buses that operate in dedicated lanes separated from standard traffic. These high-capacity vehicles allow for efficient transit through the city's otherwise congested streets.

Keywords: [sao paulo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sao-paulo.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md), bus terminal, [transportation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transportation.md), triple-articulated buses

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