# Chaos on The No Agenda Show Chaos comes up in 31 chapters across 29 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2008 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 31 - **Episodes:** 29 - **Discussed:** March 2008 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [Deray Mckesson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deray-mckesson.md), [Global Warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [Infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Ktvu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ktvu.md), [Mitch Mcconnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitch-mcconnell.md), [Npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 31 ### Democratic Messaging, Chaos Cruelty and Corruption - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 1:44:07–1:46:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/democratic-messaging-chaos-cruelty-and-corruption.md Democratic messaging for the 2026 midterms is focusing on the "trifecta" of chaos, cruelty, and corruption associated with the Trump administration. The hosts analyze a speech calling for a national referendum on Trump to move the country toward "light." The discussion also touches on the 14th Amendment legal challenges. Keywords: [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md), [2026 midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2026-midterms.md), [14th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/14th-amendment.md), [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md), cruelty, [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md) ### Chicago River Vehicle Discovery, Chaos Divers Haul - **Episode:** [1797: Death Buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-07 - **Time:** 24:12–26:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses/chapter/chicago-river-vehicle-discovery-chaos-divers-haul.md An independent dive team known as Chaos Divers discovered 97 submerged vehicles in the Chicago River while searching for a single missing car. Using sonar technology, the team located piles of mangled cars near the Richard J. Daley boat launch, potentially providing leads for various cold cases and insurance fraud investigations. Keywords: chicago river, chaos divers, [sonar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sonar.md), missing persons, cold cases ### CrowdStrike Outage as a Narrative Distraction - **Episode:** [1680: Seismic Sundae](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae.md) - **Published:** 2024-07-25 - **Time:** 1:14:04–1:16:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae/chapter/crowdstrike-outage-as-a-narrative-distraction.md The massive CrowdStrike IT outage is discussed as a potential "distraction" from the failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump. The hosts suggest that had the assassination been successful, the computer failure would have contributed to national chaos. The technical nature of the outage, involving a corrupted data file in the Falcon sensor, is briefly introduced. Keywords: [crowdstrike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdstrike.md), [cyber pandemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-pandemic.md), [distraction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/distraction.md), [assassination attempt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination-attempt.md), [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md) ### Angela Chao, Tesla Drowning Incident and China Connections - **Episode:** [1634: Nukes in Space!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1634-nukes-in-space.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-16 - **Time:** 1:19:24–1:23:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1634-nukes-in-space/chapter/angela-chao-tesla-drowning-incident-and-china-connections.md Angela Chao, sister-in-law to Mitch McConnell and a prominent shipping executive, died after her Tesla reportedly backed into a pond on a Texas ranch. The mysterious circumstances of the drowning, combined with her high-level connections to the Bank of China, have sparked various theories. Speculation includes the possibility of a remote "industrial hit" or a programmatic failure of the vehicle's electronic locks. Keywords: angela chao, [mitch mcconnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitch-mcconnell.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), jim breyer ### Birthday Celebrations and Knighting Ceremony - **Episode:** [1629: Sunflower Kids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-28 - **Time:** 2:44:29–2:47:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids/chapter/birthday-celebrations-and-knighting-ceremony.md A formal knighting ceremony was held for Kyle J. Vargas (Sir Kyle of South Placer County) and Cody Smith (Knight Smitty). The ceremony included the traditional reading of the "Hookers & Blow" menu and a promotion for No Agenda cignet rings. Several birthdays were also celebrated, including those of Sparkles of Chaos and Spencer Pollock. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [cignet rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cignet-rings.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), sparkles of chaos, kyle j vargas ### Analysis of Modern Podcast Trends and The Free Press - **Episode:** [1512: Cash is Criminal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-15 - **Time:** 2:15:09–2:19:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal/chapter/analysis-of-modern-podcast-trends-and-the-free-press.md The hosts critique a new wave of podcasts associated with Barry Weiss's "The Free Press," specifically highlighting a show called "Feminine Chaos." They describe the content as representative of a specific modern demographic, focusing on niche topics like "demisexuality" and casual banter about pets. The segment serves as a critique of current podcasting categories and production styles. Keywords: feminine chaos, [the free press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-free-press.md), demisexuality, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [barry weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md) ### Fox News "Post-Humorous" Gaffe and Childhood Mispronunciations - **Episode:** [1206: Tolerized](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1206-tolerized.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-12 - **Time:** 2:21:57–2:23:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1206-tolerized/chapter/fox-news-post-humorous-gaffe-and-childhood-mispronunciations.md A Fox News reporter mistakenly used the word "post-humorous" instead of "posthumous" when discussing the legacy of Qasem Soleimani. This leads to a lighthearted discussion about common childhood mispronunciations, such as pronouncing "chaos" as "chouse." The hosts reflect on how certain words are difficult to learn through reading alone without hearing them spoken. Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md), [posthumous](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/posthumous.md), [language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/language.md), [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md) ### Knighthood Ceremony and "Climate Chouse" - **Episode:** [1195: Iranahams](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1195-iranahams.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-05 - **Time:** 2:40:15–2:44:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1195-iranahams/chapter/knighthood-ceremony-and-climate-chouse.md The hosts officially knight several producers, including David Orcut, who is recognized for compiling "best of" story segments from the show's history. The episode concludes with a reflection on the word "chaos," which one host mispronounced as "chouse" as a child, leading to the new term "Climate Chouse." Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), david orcut, climate chouse, [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md), [epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epstein.md) ### Non-Stop Chaos Scandal Outrage Machine Meme - **Episode:** [1051: Liberal World Order](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1051-liberal-world-order.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-16 - **Time:** 28:13–29:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1051-liberal-world-order/chapter/non-stop-chaos-scandal-outrage-machine-meme.md The hosts highlight a new descriptive phrase used on NPR: "Non-stop chaos scandal outrage machine." They attempt to turn the phrase into an acronym (NSCCOM) and discuss how the media uses such repetitive descriptors to frame the public's perception of the administration's daily activities. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md), [acronyms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acronyms.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md) ### Senator Mark Warner on Trump as Master of Chaos - **Episode:** [1034: Privilege Walk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1034-privilege-walk.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-18 - **Time:** 1:26:22–1:30:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1034-privilege-walk/chapter/senator-mark-warner-on-trump-as-master-of-chaos.md Senator Mark Warner appeared on NPR to discuss Vladimir Putin's motivations for supporting Donald Trump, labeling Trump the "Master of Chaos." Warner argues that Russia benefits from a dysfunctional American democracy and that Trump's style serves Putin's goal of splintering the West. Keywords: [mark warner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-warner.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), master of chaos, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md) ### Peter Schweitzer, Hunter Biden China Deals, Mitch McConnell Gift - **Episode:** [1018: Bunny Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1018-bunny-wars.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-22 - **Time:** 2:45:06–2:49:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1018-bunny-wars/chapter/peter-schweitzer-hunter-biden-china-deals-mitch-mcconnell-gift.md Author Peter Schweitzer details multi-billion dollar private equity deals involving Hunter Biden and Chinese government-funded entities. The segment also covers a "gift" of $5 million to $25 million given to Senator Mitch McConnell by his father-in-law, whose shipping business has deep ties to the Chinese state. These financial connections are presented as a new, harder-to-detect form of political corruption. Keywords: [peter schweitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-schweitzer.md), [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [mitch mcconnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitch-mcconnell.md), [elaine chao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elaine-chao.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ### White House Staff Turnover, Chaos Narrative - **Episode:** [1014: Rise of the Betas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-08 - **Time:** 38:55–43:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas/chapter/white-house-staff-turnover-chaos-narrative.md Media outlets like MSNBC and hosts like Lawrence O'Donnell have focused on the "chaos" in the Trump administration, citing record-setting staff turnover. A study indicates that turnover in the current White House is higher than the previous five administrations, though this excludes the Jimmy Carter era. The administration attributes some departures to aides failing to pass background checks for permanent security clearances. Keywords: staff turnover, chaos theory, larry o'donnell, [jimmy carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-carter.md), [background checks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/background-checks.md) ### Thesaurus Search for Chaos Synonyms - **Episode:** [1014: Rise of the Betas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-08 - **Time:** 43:47–46:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas/chapter/thesaurus-search-for-chaos-synonyms.md A search for words more intense than "chaos" led to a discussion of synonyms including pandemonium, bedlam, mayhem, and entropy. The term "bedlam" was highlighted as a potential media buzzword, though "pandemonium" was dismissed for having too many syllables for news readers. The segment concludes that the media has "shot their wad" with the word chaos and has nowhere else to go. Keywords: thesaurus, [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md), pandemonium, bedlam, maelstrom, hullabaloo ### David Brooks and Mark Shields on White House "Chaos" - **Episode:** [1013: Hypogonadism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1013-hypogonadism.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-04 - **Time:** 50:35–57:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1013-hypogonadism/chapter/david-brooks-and-mark-shields-on-white-house-chaos.md David Brooks and Mark Shields discuss the perceived chaos in the Trump administration on PBS NewsHour. Brooks describes the White House as a "civil war in a leper colony" and uses the word "unglued" to describe the President's decision-making process. The hosts analyze the media's shift from using the word "unhinged" to "unglued" and suggest the term is a calculated New York Times-style linguistic creation. Keywords: [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [mark shields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-shields.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md), unglued, rance priebus ### Russian Chaos Meme and Midterm Election Warnings - **Episode:** [1010: Spin the Bottle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1010-spin-the-bottle.md) - **Published:** 2018-02-22 - **Time:** 2:32:13–2:37:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1010-spin-the-bottle/chapter/russian-chaos-meme-and-midterm-election-warnings.md President Trump and various media outlets have adopted the "chaos" meme regarding Russian interference, often referencing the TV show "Get Smart." Intelligence officials warned that Russian efforts to sow discord are continuing and could suppress voter turnout in the 2018 midterms by creating distrust in the system. Critics argue that the mainstream media's constant focus on this narrative is actually what causes the distrust, rather than the Russian actions themselves. Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md), get smart, [midterm elections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterm-elections.md), [voter turnout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-turnout.md) ### Election Chaos Narrative, Mainstream Media Criticism - **Episode:** [971: MADCOM](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/971-madcom.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-08 - **Time:** 1:51:44–1:55:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/971-madcom/chapter/election-chaos-narrative-mainstream-media-criticism.md Senator Richard Burr stated that the primary goal of Russian involvement was to "create chaos at every level" rather than support a specific candidate. The hosts argue that the Senate and the mainstream media are the ones actually perpetuating the chaos by continuing the investigation for nine months without definitive results. Keywords: [richard burr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-burr.md), [russian interference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-interference.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), election 2018, [chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaos.md) ### Air Traffic Control Privatization, NextGen System - **Episode:** [937: Stump the Algo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo.md) - **Published:** 2017-06-11 - **Time:** 2:48:17–2:53:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo/chapter/air-traffic-control-privatization-nextgen-system.md Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao testified regarding a proposal to privatize US air traffic control into a non-profit entity. The hosts argue this is a move to bypass FAA bureaucracy and implement the "NextGen" automated system, which they fear will lead to dangerous over-reliance on algorithms and the eventual removal of human pilots. Keywords: [elaine chao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elaine-chao.md), [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [air traffic control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-traffic-control.md), [privatization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privatization.md), [nextgen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nextgen.md) ### Infrastructure Projects, Boston Big Dig and Trump Plan - **Episode:** [910: Coin of the Realm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/910-coin-of-the-realm.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-09 - **Time:** 1:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/910-coin-of-the-realm/chapter/infrastructure-projects-boston-big-dig-and-trump-plan.md The hosts open the program discussing local road work in Northern Silicon Valley before transitioning to national infrastructure. They reference the Boston Big Dig as a cautionary tale of long-term, high-cost projects. The discussion shifts to President Donald Trump's proposed trillion-dollar infrastructure plan and his address to a joint session of Congress regarding public-private partnerships. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), big dig, [boston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston.md), [elaine chao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elaine-chao.md), [public-private partnership](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-private-partnership.md) ### Elaine Chao, Foreign Investment and Infrastructure Funding - **Episode:** [910: Coin of the Realm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/910-coin-of-the-realm.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-09 - **Time:** 1:58–6:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/910-coin-of-the-realm/chapter/elaine-chao-foreign-investment-and-infrastructure-funding.md Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao appeared on Sean Hannity's program to explain the administration's infrastructure financing. During the interview, Chao initially mentioned foreign investment before attempting to clarify that she meant private sector money coming into the United States. The hosts critique her performance, suggesting the plan mirrors infrastructure models used in Africa where Chinese investment builds roads and railroads. Keywords: [elaine chao](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elaine-chao.md), [sean hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-hannity.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), transportation secretary, foreign money ### Post-Christmas Mall Riots and Social Media Coordination - **Episode:** [890: Factivist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-29 - **Time:** 1:58:13–2:06:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist/chapter/post-christmas-mall-riots-and-social-media-coordination.md A series of coordinated brawls and riots at shopping malls across the United States on the day after Christmas is examined. While mainstream reports blame "social media hysteria," the hosts cite RT's reporting that specific Facebook posts invited people to watch fights at set times. 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