# Carl Bernstein on The No Agenda Show

Carl Bernstein comes up in 19 chapters across 18 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2010 to June 2020.

- **Chapters:** 19
- **Episodes:** 18
- **Discussed:** December 2010 – June 2020
- **Related topics:** [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [Bob Woodward](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-woodward.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Operation Mockingbird](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/operation-mockingbird.md)

## Chapters 1–19 of 19

### Carl Bernstein, Analysis of Presidential Stability

- **Episode:** [1254: Vaxeline](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1254-vaxeline.md)
- **Published:** 2020-06-28
- **Time:** 18:24–23:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1254-vaxeline/chapter/carl-bernstein-analysis-of-presidential-stability.md

Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN with Brian Stelter to discuss President Trump's mental state and emotional stability. Bernstein claimed that sources close to the President describe him as "out of control" and a danger to national security. The discussion focused on whether the President's moods and authoritarian impulses warrant invocation of the 25th Amendment.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [25th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/25th-amendment.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md), mental state

### Carl Bernstein, Mueller Report Draft, Russian Destabilization Claims

- **Episode:** [1104: People's Vote](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1104-people-s-vote.md)
- **Published:** 2019-01-20
- **Time:** 7:33–9:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1104-people-s-vote/chapter/carl-bernstein-mueller-report-draft-russian-destabilization-claims.md

Journalist Carl Bernstein reported on CNN that a draft of the Mueller report suggests Donald Trump has helped Vladimir Putin's goals of destabilizing the United States. The discussion links these claims to the ongoing government shutdown, framing the political impasse as a potential Russian attack on American infrastructure.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [russia investigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-investigation.md)

### Carl Bernstein's Media Strategy, Editing Trump Clips

- **Episode:** [1088: Three Chambers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-25
- **Time:** 48:22–52:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers/chapter/carl-bernstein-s-media-strategy-editing-trump-clips.md

Watergate journalist Carl Bernstein suggested that news networks should stop carrying President Trump's press conferences live to avoid spreading "propaganda." He advocates for reporters to edit the footage and present only what they deem "news" after the event. The hosts criticize this as a call for increased media manipulation, contrasting it with the transparency of full-length C-SPAN broadcasts.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [soundbites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soundbites.md), [editing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/editing.md)

### White House Correspondents Dinner, Donald Trump Counter-Programming, C-SPAN Coverage

- **Episode:** [925: Barry's Choice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-30
- **Time:** 13:48–17:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-donald-trump-counter-programming-c-span-coverage.md

President Donald Trump skipped the 2017 White House Correspondents' Dinner to hold a rally in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The hosts criticize the traditional "nerd prom" as a "douchebag fest" and mock the C-SPAN broadcast featuring Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. They characterize the veteran journalists as boring relics and question their past ties to intelligence agencies.

Keywords: whcd, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [harrisburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harrisburg.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [bob woodward](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-woodward.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

### Artificial Intelligence Skepticism, Woodward and Bernstein Spook Theories

- **Episode:** [925: Barry's Choice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-30
- **Time:** 1:08:47–1:11:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/artificial-intelligence-skepticism-woodward-and-bernstein-spook-theories.md

The hosts express skepticism toward the "bogus" state of artificial intelligence and algorithms. They return to Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, theorizing that Woodward remains an active "spook" for intelligence agencies. They discuss Bernstein's 1977 article on CIA influence in the media and contrast it with his current role as a CNN commentator.

Keywords: [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [bob woodward](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-woodward.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/books.md)

### Carl Bernstein CNN Appearance, Intelligence Community Schism

- **Episode:** [914: Fack Base](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base.md)
- **Published:** 2017-03-23
- **Time:** 10:28–13:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base/chapter/carl-bernstein-cnn-appearance-intelligence-community-schism.md

Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN to argue that President Trump is inventing conspiracies to deflect from Russian interference. The hosts analyze the segment's production, noting that Bernstein seemed to be reading from specific talking points rather than speaking independently. They suggest this reflects a growing divide within the U.S. intelligence community regarding the administration.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [intelligence community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md), [special prosecutor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-prosecutor.md)

### Kellyanne Conway, Microwave Cameras, and Carl Bernstein

- **Episode:** [912: Bully Box](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/912-bully-box.md)
- **Published:** 2017-03-16
- **Time:** 55:55–59:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/912-bully-box/chapter/kellyanne-conway-microwave-cameras-and-carl-bernstein.md

White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway suggested during an interview with Carl Bernstein that surveillance can occur through household appliances like microwaves that turn into cameras. Bernstein's lack of pushback on the claim was noted as surprising for a veteran investigative reporter. The comment sparked widespread media ridicule regarding the technical feasibility of such spying.

Keywords: [kellyanne conway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kellyanne-conway.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [microwaves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microwaves.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md)

### South by Southwest, Apple Podcast Meetup and Nairobi Driver

- **Episode:** [911: Opinews](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/911-opinews.md)
- **Published:** 2017-03-12
- **Time:** 15:11–18:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/911-opinews/chapter/south-by-southwest-apple-podcast-meetup-and-nairobi-driver.md

Adam Curry describes attending an Apple podcast meetup during the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, noting that he was largely unrecognized despite his "Podfather" status. He shares an anecdote about a driver from Nairobi who discussed the heavy Chinese influence and infrastructure projects in Africa. The segment also mentions a CNN party attended by Jake Tapper and Carl Bernstein.

Keywords: [sxsw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sxsw.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [nairobi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nairobi.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md)

### Carl Bernstein, the CIA, and the "Fact-Free Universe"

- **Episode:** [907: Bias Response Team](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team.md)
- **Published:** 2017-02-26
- **Time:** 1:33:06–1:37:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/907-bias-response-team/chapter/carl-bernstein-the-cia-and-the-fact-free-universe.md

Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN to claim that Donald Trump lives in a "fact-free universe" and is scaring "movement conservatives." The hosts suggest that Bernstein has been "reactivated" by the CIA to undermine the administration, noting his increased media presence since the release of the Steele dossier. They contrast his background with Bob Woodward's documented ties to the intelligence community.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [mockingbird](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mockingbird.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md)

### Carl Bernstein Labels FBI Email Discovery a Bombshell

- **Episode:** [873: Poster Boys of Evil](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-30
- **Time:** 25:36–27:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil/chapter/carl-bernstein-labels-fbi-email-discovery-a-bombshell.md

Journalist Carl Bernstein characterized the FBI's discovery of new emails as a "bombshell" that poses the greatest threat to Hillary Clinton's candidacy. Bernstein argued that Director James Comey would not have taken the unprecedented step of notifying Congress unless the information required serious investigation. He suggested that Clinton should take the initiative to speak with the FBI to clarify the situation for the American public before the election.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [bombshell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bombshell.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md)

### Carl Bernstein, Neo-Fascist Trump Comments

- **Episode:** [871: New World Hackers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/871-new-world-hackers.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-23
- **Time:** 1:41:18–1:46:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/871-new-world-hackers/chapter/carl-bernstein-neo-fascist-trump-comments.md

Watergate journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN and labeled Donald Trump a "neo-fascist sociopath." Bernstein also suggested Trump is planning to build a "media empire" with Breitbart executives following a potential election loss, a narrative the hosts dismiss as an intelligence community talking point.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), neo-fascist, [breitbart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breitbart.md), [watergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/watergate.md)

### FBI vs CIA, Donald Trump's Agency Preferences

- **Episode:** [834: Toxic Masculinity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/834-toxic-masculinity.md)
- **Published:** 2016-06-16
- **Time:** 1:40:38–1:43:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/834-toxic-masculinity/chapter/fbi-vs-cia-donald-trump-s-agency-preferences.md

A theory is presented regarding a rift between the FBI and CIA, with the FBI being more aligned with Republican interests and the CIA favoring the Obama-Clinton establishment. Donald Trump expressed support for the FBI during an interview with Sean Hannity, despite the agency's failure to stop Mateen. The hosts suggest the FBI may hold damaging information on the Clintons.

Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md)

### Associated Press, Media Manipulation and CIA Influence

- **Episode:** [832: Cissexist Hxstory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/832-cissexist-hxstory.md)
- **Published:** 2016-06-09
- **Time:** 16:20–20:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/832-cissexist-hxstory/chapter/associated-press-media-manipulation-and-cia-influence.md

The structure of the Associated Press is examined as a "club of newspapers" that often lacks original reporting and serves as a tool for narrative manipulation. Reference is made to Carl Bernstein’s work regarding CIA influence in the media, specifically citing recent CBS coverage of CIA Director John Brennan. The hosts argue that news organizations are more interested in the "coolness" of a female president than investigating political corruption.

Keywords: [associated press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [operation mockingbird](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/operation-mockingbird.md)

### Hillary Clinton, Foreign Policy Speech and Nuclear Codes

- **Episode:** [831: (((twitter)))](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/831-twitter.md)
- **Published:** 2016-06-05
- **Time:** 27:38–35:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/831-twitter/chapter/hillary-clinton-foreign-policy-speech-and-nuclear-codes.md

Hillary Clinton delivered a foreign policy speech in San Diego framing Donald Trump as temperamentally unfit to control the U.S. nuclear arsenal. Media outlets, including CBS News and journalist Carl Bernstein, characterized the speech as a "psychiatric indictment" of Trump. The discussion clarifies the "two-person rule" for nuclear launches and references a historical incident where Bill Clinton allegedly lost the "biscuit" launch codes.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), [nuclear codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-codes.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md)

### Intelligence Community Influence, Operation Mockingbird

- **Episode:** [826: Ten Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times.md)
- **Published:** 2016-05-19
- **Time:** 1:03:31–1:05:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times/chapter/intelligence-community-influence-operation-mockingbird.md

The discussion explores the historical and ongoing influence of the CIA on American media, referencing Operation Mockingbird and Carl Bernstein's reporting on the subject. It is suggested that Donald Trump will eventually need to "make peace" with the intelligence community to avoid continued media assassination. The New York Times and CBS are identified as primary outlets for state-sponsored narratives.

Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [operation mockingbird](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/operation-mockingbird.md), [media manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-manipulation.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

### Democratic Primary Debate, Hillary Clinton Goldman Sachs Transcripts

- **Episode:** [797: Laptop Bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/797-laptop-bomb.md)
- **Published:** 2016-02-09
- **Time:** 24:09–31:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/797-laptop-bomb/chapter/democratic-primary-debate-hillary-clinton-goldman-sachs-transcripts.md

Hillary Clinton faced intense scrutiny during the Democratic debate regarding her refusal to release transcripts of paid speeches given to Goldman Sachs. Journalist Carl Bernstein reported that the Obama administration is concerned these ethical lapses could endanger the Democratic party's hold on the White House. Clinton defended her record, claiming she warned Wall Street about the impending 2008 financial crash.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md)

### Newt Gingrich and Carl Bernstein, Cyber War Precedent

- **Episode:** [679: Sir Reeshmeister Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-18
- **Time:** 29:15–32:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents/chapter/newt-gingrich-and-carl-bernstein-cyber-war-precedent.md

Newt Gingrich and Carl Bernstein find rare common ground on CNN, both agreeing that the Sony collapse represents America's first lost cyber war. They express concern that terror groups like the Taliban or ISIS will be emboldened by Sony's perceived capitulation. The discussion questions why the White House is not doing more to ensure the film's distribution.

Keywords: [newt gingrich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newt-gingrich.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cyber war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-war.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md)

### Carl Bernstein on Jewish Neocons and Iraq

- **Episode:** [515: Wantonly Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/515-wantonly-podcasting.md)
- **Published:** 2013-05-23
- **Time:** 2:11:17–2:13:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/515-wantonly-podcasting/chapter/carl-bernstein-on-jewish-neocons-and-iraq.md

Journalist Carl Bernstein made controversial remarks on "Morning Joe," attributing the push for the Iraq War to "Jewish neocons" who wanted to remake the world. The comments sparked a defense of the Bush administration from the show's hosts.

Keywords: [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [morning joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-joe.md), [iraq war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq-war.md), [neocons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neocons.md), wolfowitz

### Media Hostility and Calls for Violence Against Julian Assange

- **Episode:** [257: The Moment of Truth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/257-the-moment-of-truth.md)
- **Published:** 2010-12-02
- **Time:** 10:29–16:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/257-the-moment-of-truth/chapter/media-hostility-and-calls-for-violence-against-julian-assange.md

Media figures including Dennis Miller and Bill O'Reilly are criticized for advocating the assassination or execution of Julian Assange. Contrast is drawn between the aggressive stance of Fox News and the more analytical approach of The Guardian or the humor-based perspective of Jon Stewart. Investigative reporter Carl Bernstein is noted for recognizing the leaked documents as a valuable resource for writers.

Keywords: [julian assange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-assange.md), [dennis miller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dennis-miller.md), [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), [carl bernstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carl-bernstein.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md)

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