# Cartoons on The No Agenda Show

Cartoons comes up in 13 chapters across 13 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2011 to July 2024.

- **Chapters:** 13
- **Episodes:** 13
- **Discussed:** April 2011 – July 2024
- **Related topics:** [Abilify](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abilify.md), [Agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agents.md), [Benjamin Netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [Bill De Blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [Brian Stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [Chechnya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chechnya.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Craig Newmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craig-newmark.md), [Craigslist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craigslist.md)

## Chapters 1–13 of 13

### Ben Garrison Tip of the Day and Outro

- **Episode:** [1677: Donald Duck!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-14
- **Time:** 3:03:35–3:11:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck/chapter/ben-garrison-tip-of-the-day-and-outro.md

John C. Dvorak provides the "Tip of the Day," suggesting listeners purchase signed prints from conservative cartoonist Ben Garrison. The show closes with an "End of Show Mix" featuring clips of Joe Biden's gaffes and news reports from the Trump assassination attempt, produced by the show's community of remixers.

Keywords: ben garrison, [cartoons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cartoons.md), prints, [tip of the day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tip-of-the-day.md), [end of show mix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-show-mix.md)

### Hearst Corporation Woke Policies, Scott Adams Agent

- **Episode:** [1534: The Chit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-02
- **Time:** 1:56:34–1:59:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit/chapter/hearst-corporation-woke-policies-scott-adams-agent.md

The San Francisco Chronicle and other Hearst-owned papers dropped the Dilbert comic strip, citing Adams' "right-wing conspiracy" content and controversial ESG-themed cartoons. Adams' agent also terminated their relationship following the backlash. The hosts discuss the corporate pressure on agents to drop controversial clients and the shift in editorial standards at major newspaper chains.

Keywords: [hearst corporation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hearst-corporation.md), [san francisco chronicle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco-chronicle.md), [scott adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-adams.md), [cartoons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cartoons.md), [agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agents.md)

### Cartoon Network, Black History and Lewis Latimer

- **Episode:** [1302: Mink Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1302-mink-road.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-10
- **Time:** 3:06:20–3:11:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1302-mink-road/chapter/cartoon-network-black-history-and-lewis-latimer.md

The Cartoon Network released a series of educational shorts focused on Black history, including a segment on inventor Lewis Latimer. The short argues that Latimer, not Thomas Edison, is more rightfully credited with the light bulb due to his invention of the carbon filament. Critics argue that the series uses "social justice warrior" narratives to influence children and present an incomplete view of history.

Keywords: cartoon network, lewis latimer, [thomas edison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-edison.md), black history, [systemic racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/systemic-racism.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

### France History Teacher Beheading and Chechen Suspect

- **Episode:** [1287: School-ology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology.md)
- **Published:** 2020-10-23
- **Time:** 2:01:02–2:04:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology/chapter/france-history-teacher-beheading-and-chechen-suspect.md

A 47-year-old history teacher in a town near Paris was beheaded by an 18-year-old Chechen refugee after showing cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad during a lesson on free speech. French police shot the suspect dead and have since arrested several individuals, including family members of the assailant. The incident has sparked a national conversation in France about secularism and the safety of educators.

Keywords: [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), samuel paty, [chechnya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chechnya.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [cartoons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cartoons.md)

### David Remnick and The New Yorker Cartoon Shift

- **Episode:** [1202: Invidious Phobias](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-29
- **Time:** 1:06:20–1:10:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias/chapter/david-remnick-and-the-new-yorker-cartoon-shift.md

The New Yorker editor David Remnick is criticized for allegedly ruining the magazine's humor by hiring millennial cartoon editors. A clip features Remnick and Brian Stelter discussing their frustration with the public's refusal to accept "facts" regarding climate change and democracy.

Keywords: [david remnick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-remnick.md), [the new yorker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-new-yorker.md), [cartoons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cartoons.md), [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

### Decline of Editorial Cartooning and Craig Newmark's Journalism Legacy

- **Episode:** [1087: Hippie Hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-18
- **Time:** 1:19:07–1:24:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus/chapter/decline-of-editorial-cartooning-and-craig-newmark-s-journalism-legacy.md

The hosts discuss the decline of full-time editorial cartoonists in American newspapers, noting that most publications now rely on syndicated feeds. They criticize Craigslist founder Craig Newmark for decimating the newspaper industry's classified ad revenue before becoming a major donor to journalism schools. A debate ensues regarding the proper pronunciation of Joseph Goebbels' name.

Keywords: editorial cartooning, [craig newmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craig-newmark.md), [craigslist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craigslist.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [joseph goebbels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-goebbels.md), [sarah sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-sanders.md), [newspapers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newspapers.md)

### Word of the Day, "The Sitch" Origin

- **Episode:** [1012: Value Convo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-01
- **Time:** 44:01–44:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo/chapter/word-of-the-day-the-sitch-origin.md

The "word of the day" is identified as "the sitch," a slang abbreviation for "the situation." The term is traced back to the Disney Channel animated series Kim Possible.

Keywords: the sitch, kim possible, [slang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slang.md), [cartoon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cartoon.md), inspector gadget

### Denmark Muhammad Cartoons, NYC Muslim Holidays

- **Episode:** [702: Toddler Wage Gap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/702-toddler-wage-gap.md)
- **Published:** 2015-03-08
- **Time:** 1:59:22–2:02:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/702-toddler-wage-gap/chapter/denmark-muhammad-cartoons-nyc-muslim-holidays.md

A contrast is drawn between Denmark's proposal to include the controversial Prophet Muhammad cartoons in school textbooks and New York City's decision to add two Muslim holidays, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, to the public school calendar. Mayor Bill de Blasio's move is described as a significant win for the city's Muslim community after a nine-year advocacy campaign.

Keywords: [denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), muhammad cartoons, [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [religious holidays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-holidays.md)

### Road to Roota, Federal Reserve Cartoon, New $100 Bill

- **Episode:** [549: Associative Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/549-associative-propaganda.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-19
- **Time:** 2:38:44–2:42:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/549-associative-propaganda/chapter/road-to-roota-federal-reserve-cartoon-new-100-bill.md

Adam Curry introduces the "Road to Roota" theory, based on a cryptic cartoon published by the Federal Reserve. The theory suggests the Fed has a secret plan to return the US to a gold standard, with clues hidden in the symbolism of the new $100 bill. The bill features numerous gold-colored elements, which theorists believe signal a coming monetary reset.

Keywords: road to roota, [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), $100 bill, [gold standard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold-standard.md), [symbolism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symbolism.md), [cartoon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cartoon.md)

### Protest Techniques, Police Whistles and Free Speech Zones

- **Episode:** [521: Techno Boondoggle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/521-techno-boondoggle.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-13
- **Time:** 2:03:52–2:07:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/521-techno-boondoggle/chapter/protest-techniques-police-whistles-and-free-speech-zones.md

The use of police whistles as a protest tool is discussed, noting its effectiveness in Spain and its occasional use in New York. The hosts also describe a creative protest technique using signs shaped like cartoon speech bubbles. The conversation touches on the "denutting" of American protest through the enforcement of free speech zones and the banning of bullhorns.

Keywords: police whistles, [occupy wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/occupy-wall-street.md), [free speech zones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech-zones.md), cartoon bubbles, [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md)

### Pat Boone on CNN, Islam Controversy

- **Episode:** [466: Give Peas a Chance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance.md)
- **Published:** 2012-12-02
- **Time:** 1:55:23–1:57:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance/chapter/pat-boone-on-cnn-islam-controversy.md

Singer Pat Boone appeared on Don Lemon's CNN show and made the false claim that the artist behind the Scandinavian Mohammed cartoons was killed. The hosts highlight the lack of correction from the news anchor and use the clip to illustrate the decline of factual accuracy in cable news variety shows.

Keywords: pat boone, [don lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-lemon.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [islam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islam.md), mohammed cartoons, [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md)

### Benjamin Netanyahu's Cartoon Bomb Diagram at the UN

- **Episode:** [448: Lucy the Luddite](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/448-lucy-the-luddite.md)
- **Published:** 2012-09-30
- **Time:** 2:08:30–2:12:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/448-lucy-the-luddite/chapter/benjamin-netanyahu-s-cartoon-bomb-diagram-at-the-un.md

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presents a literal cartoon drawing of a bomb with a fuse at the United Nations to illustrate Iran's nuclear progress. The hosts mock the "professorial" description of the stunt by the New York Times, noting the absurdity of using a magic marker on a graphic to set international "red lines."

Keywords: [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [nuclear bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-bomb.md), [cartoon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cartoon.md)

### Abilify Cartoon Commercial and Side Effects

- **Episode:** [299: It's Tiara Time!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/299-it-s-tiara-time.md)
- **Published:** 2011-04-28
- **Time:** 1:40:23–1:44:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/299-it-s-tiara-time/chapter/abilify-cartoon-commercial-and-side-effects.md

A new animated commercial for the antidepressant add-on drug Abilify features a woman interacting with a personified "depression bug." The hosts mock the lengthy list of contraindications, which include increased risk of death in elderly dementia patients, suicidal thoughts in young adults, and uncontrollable muscle movements. They question the logic of marketing a drug that causes "confusion" to people already struggling with mental health.

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