# Coal on The No Agenda Show

Coal comes up in 86 chapters across 83 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2007 to May 2026.

- **Chapters:** 86
- **Episodes:** 83
- **Discussed:** November 2007 – May 2026
- **Related topics:** [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Nuclear Power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-power.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [Germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [Natural Gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [Renewable Energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renewable-energy.md), [Carbon Emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-emissions.md), [Energy Crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-crisis.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 86

### Bloomberg Skepticism and the Iranian Oil Priority

- **Episode:** [1868: Lubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-14
- **Time:** 44:08–47:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio/chapter/bloomberg-skepticism-and-the-iranian-oil-priority.md

Financial analysts at Bloomberg expressed low expectations for the China summit, focusing on potential soybean deals. However, the hosts argue the primary objective is securing energy supplies, as China desperately needs Iranian oil to fuel its economy. They suggest Trump may leverage high-end AI chips from NVIDIA to negotiate China's energy interests and regional stability.

Keywords: [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [scott besant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-besant.md), [soybeans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soybeans.md), [iranian oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iranian-oil.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [chips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chips.md)

### Coal Industry Revival, Mainstream Media Language Shifts

- **Episode:** [1842: A Dog A Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1842-a-dog-a-day.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-12
- **Time:** 2:26:56–2:31:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1842-a-dog-a-day/chapter/coal-industry-revival-mainstream-media-language-shifts.md

The Trump administration is prioritizing coal-derived electricity for the US military and promoting its use for AI data centers. Simultaneously, the segment tracks shifts in mainstream media language, such as NPR and CNN using the term "commuting" to describe individuals following ICE agents. The hosts argue these linguistic changes are part of a broader propaganda effort.

Keywords: [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [fossil fuels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fossil-fuels.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [commuting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commuting.md)

### Paul Marshall, Net Zero Critique

- **Episode:** [1769: Mr. Umami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1769-mr-umami.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-01
- **Time:** 1:52:55–1:56:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1769-mr-umami/chapter/paul-marshall-net-zero-critique.md

Investor Paul Marshall delivered a critique of European "Net Zero" policies, arguing they represent a "collective action problem" that destroys Western prosperity while Asian countries continue to expand coal usage. Marshall noted that China and India are opening multiple coal-fired power plants weekly despite official climate commitments. He described these environmental ideologies as "luxury beliefs" launched by the U.S. but discarded when they become destructive.

Keywords: paul marshall, [net zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-zero.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md)

### Clean Coal, Lignite vs Anthracite, Mea Culpa

- **Episode:** [1759: Eat The Babies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-27
- **Time:** 1:54:32–1:58:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies/chapter/clean-coal-lignite-vs-anthracite-mea-culpa.md

The hosts issue a correction regarding a previous discussion on "clean coal." A listener pointed out that lignite is actually the lowest quality, "dirty" coal, while anthracite is the cleanest variety. This correction was prompted by a clip of Al Gore on Bill Maher's show where Gore criticized the assertion that coal can be clean.

Keywords: [clean coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-coal.md), [lignite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lignite.md), [anthracite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthracite.md), [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md)

### Al Gore, Frankfurt School Philosophy, and Climate Change Rhetoric

- **Episode:** [1758: Scream Circle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1758-scream-circle.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-24
- **Time:** 32:19–38:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1758-scream-circle/chapter/al-gore-frankfurt-school-philosophy-and-climate-change-rhetoric.md

Al Gore utilized a speech to compare current political tactics to the "moral autopsy" of the Third Reich performed by Frankfurt School philosophers like Theodor Adorno. Gore accused the Trump administration of converting truth into power by making claims about "clean coal," wind turbines causing cancer, and the climate crisis being a Chinese hoax. The segment analyzes Gore's use of the "open sewer" metaphor for the atmosphere and his criticism of fossil fuel expansion.

Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), jurgen habermas, theodor adorno, [frankfurt school](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frankfurt-school.md), [clean coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-coal.md), [climate crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-crisis.md)

### US Oil Production and Beautiful Clean Coal

- **Episode:** [1754: Yippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-10
- **Time:** 2:19:32–2:22:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy/chapter/us-oil-production-and-beautiful-clean-coal.md

Reports from Reuters indicate that US oil producers in the Permian Basin are facing declining yields, signaling a potential peak in shale production. In response, President Trump signed executive orders to end the "war on coal," promoting "beautiful clean coal" to ensure grid reliability and lower energy prices.

Keywords: [oil production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-production.md), [permian basin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/permian-basin.md), [clean coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-coal.md), [executive orders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-orders.md), grid security

### Donald Trump, Davos Clean Coal Speech

- **Episode:** [1733: Rat Note](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1733-rat-note.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-26
- **Time:** 35:37–38:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1733-rat-note/chapter/donald-trump-davos-clean-coal-speech.md

During a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Trump encouraged companies to build factories in the U.S. using independent power plants fueled by natural gas or "beautiful clean coal." He emphasized energy independence and common-sense infrastructure. The hosts discuss the efficiency of anthracite coal and modern scrubbing mechanisms.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [clean coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-coal.md), [energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md)

### EPA Regulatory Costs, Michael Regan and Clean Power Plan 2.0

- **Episode:** [1676: Douche Mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-11
- **Time:** 2:17:31–2:21:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile/chapter/epa-regulatory-costs-michael-regan-and-clean-power-plan-2-0.md

EPA Administrator Michael Regan testified before Congress regarding $1.6 trillion in new regulatory costs imposed during his tenure. Critics argue the Clean Power Plan 2.0 will regulate coal out of existence and significantly raise energy prices, despite Regan's claims of minimal impact. The agency is also facing scrutiny over its handling of PFAS and lead in water.

Keywords: [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [michael regan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-regan.md), [clean power plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-power-plan.md), regulatory burden, [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [pfas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfas.md)

### Swine Flu Pandemic Skepticism and James Hansen

- **Episode:** [1663: Climate Change Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1663-climate-change-special.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-23
- **Time:** 1:14:23–1:18:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1663-climate-change-special/chapter/swine-flu-pandemic-skepticism-and-james-hansen.md

The hosts compare the global warming narrative to the 2009 swine flu pandemic, noting that the death toll was lower than the seasonal flu. They also discuss James Hansen, the NASA scientist credited with starting the global warming movement in 1988. Hansen's recent arrest with actress Darryl Hannah while protesting the coal industry is cited as evidence of his transition from scientist to activist.

Keywords: [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md), [pandemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandemic.md), [vaccination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccination.md), [james hansen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-hansen.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), darryl hannah, [coal industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal-industry.md)

### Oil Prices, Natural Gas Reserves

- **Episode:** [1657: Trash Can Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-05
- **Time:** 1:28:37–1:32:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man/chapter/oil-prices-natural-gas-reserves.md

Industry insiders suggest that U.S. oil prices are being held down artificially and could double if current energy policies continue. Despite claims of "peak oil," the U.S. possesses enough natural gas and coal reserves to power the country for over a thousand years if regulatory barriers were removed.

Keywords: [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [energy policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-policy.md), [peak oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peak-oil.md)

### Australian Renewable Energy Act, Wind Turbine Subsidy Critique

- **Episode:** [1582: Balconazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1582-balconazi.md)
- **Published:** 2023-08-17
- **Time:** 1:29:57–1:35:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1582-balconazi/chapter/australian-renewable-energy-act-wind-turbine-subsidy-critique.md

A former Australian policy advisor claims that the Renewable Energy Act of 2002 created a massive subsidy environment where wind companies receive up to $900,000 per turbine annually. The segment alleges that turbines often draw power from the coal-fired grid to remain spinning and that their intermittent nature makes them unreliable. The discussion suggests these subsidies are driving up consumer power bills while providing little functional benefit.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), renewable energy act, [wind turbines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wind-turbines.md), [subsidies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subsidies.md), [coal power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal-power.md), [electricity grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electricity-grid.md)

### China Coal Consumption and John Kerry

- **Episode:** [1574: X-Ray Specs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-20
- **Time:** 3:03:21–3:06:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs/chapter/china-coal-consumption-and-john-kerry.md

Despite global pressure to reduce carbon emissions, China is significantly increasing its coal-fired power capacity to meet soaring electricity demand. Last year, the Chinese government approved 86 gigawatts of new coal power, adding to its existing fleet of over 1,000 plants. The hosts note the irony of U.S. Climate Envoy John Kerry's negotiations while American coal continues to be exported to China.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [coal plants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal-plants.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), gigawatts, electricity demand

### Autodesk Clean Energy Claims, German Coal Mine Software

- **Episode:** [1546: Cat Hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1546-cat-hole.md)
- **Published:** 2023-04-13
- **Time:** 9:33–10:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1546-cat-hole/chapter/autodesk-clean-energy-claims-german-coal-mine-software.md

Autodesk faces scrutiny over its environmental credentials despite investing millions in green technology. Reports indicate the company's software is used to design and operate the largest coal mine complex in Europe, owned by a German energy giant. This connection potentially threatens the company's ESG score and investment status ahead of the 2030 energy phase-out.

Keywords: [autodesk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autodesk.md), [esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md), [coal mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal-mining.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [clean energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-energy.md)

### Janet Yellen Africa Tour, South Africa Coal, Renewable Energy

- **Episode:** [1525: Mask in a Bottle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1525-mask-in-a-bottle.md)
- **Published:** 2023-01-29
- **Time:** 2:29:10–2:31:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1525-mask-in-a-bottle/chapter/janet-yellen-africa-tour-south-africa-coal-renewable-energy.md

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visited a coal mining town in South Africa to promote a "reliable transition" to renewable energy. She emphasized the need for job retraining and infrastructure investment to address high youth unemployment in the region. The hosts criticize Yellen's rhetoric, noting the irony of her promoting employment in Africa while the U.S. Federal Reserve raises interest rates to increase unemployment at home.

Keywords: [janet yellen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-yellen.md), [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), [coal mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal-mining.md), [renewable energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renewable-energy.md), [biden administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biden-administration.md)

### Germany Energy Crisis, Coal and Nuclear Policy

- **Episode:** [1518: Q-Yoga](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1518-q-yoga.md)
- **Published:** 2023-01-05
- **Time:** 19:35–22:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1518-q-yoga/chapter/germany-energy-crisis-coal-and-nuclear-policy.md

Germany increased its reliance on coal in 2022 to over one-third of its energy supply following the loss of Russian hydrocarbons. While new LNG terminals are being built, the Green Party remains committed to phasing out the country's remaining three nuclear reactors despite energy shortages. Analysts suggest the government is prioritizing "green credibility" over long-term energy security and industrial stability.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [green party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-party.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [nuclear power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-power.md), [lng](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lng.md)

### Global Stilling and Renewable Energy Limitations in Europe

- **Episode:** [1512: Cash is Criminal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-15
- **Time:** 12:48–19:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal/chapter/global-stilling-and-renewable-energy-limitations-in-europe.md

Western Europe and the UK experienced a significant wind drought, forcing a reliance on gas and coal as wind power generation plummeted to 3%. Scientific projections suggest that rising Arctic temperatures may lead to global stilling, a phenomenon where wind speeds decrease across the Northern Hemisphere. Despite having vast coal reserves, the UK has largely banned coal fires, leading to concerns about energy security during periods of low renewable output.

Keywords: global stilling, wind drought, [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [coal power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal-power.md), [renewable energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renewable-energy.md)

### Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant Shutdown and Energy Security

- **Episode:** [1486: Truth Decay](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1486-truth-decay.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-15
- **Time:** 2:27:17–2:33:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1486-truth-decay/chapter/zaporizhzhia-nuclear-power-plant-shutdown-and-energy-security.md

The final reactor at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been shut down due to ongoing fighting and damage to power lines. While critical safety systems remain powered, the loss of Europe's largest nuclear plant forces Ukraine to rely more heavily on coal as winter approaches.

Keywords: [zaporizhzhia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zaporizhzhia.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [nuclear energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-energy.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md)

### Nuclear Document Claims, China Coal Exports

- **Episode:** [1477: Hunger Stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones.md)
- **Published:** 2022-08-14
- **Time:** 1:14:18–1:16:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/nuclear-document-claims-china-coal-exports.md

The hosts dismiss claims that Donald Trump held sensitive nuclear secrets as a "smokescreen" for other motives. The conversation shifts to the logistics of U.S. coal exports, noting that large quantities of American coal are shipped from ports like Oakland to China while domestic energy costs remain high.

Keywords: [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [oakland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oakland.md), [energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy.md)

### Germany Energy Crisis, Coal Plant Reactivation

- **Episode:** [1469: The Nurge](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1469-the-nurge.md)
- **Published:** 2022-07-17
- **Time:** 18:23–20:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1469-the-nurge/chapter/germany-energy-crisis-coal-plant-reactivation.md

Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that Germany will temporarily reactivate coal and oil-fired power plants to address energy shortages caused by the war in Ukraine. The European Union confirmed that member states increasing coal reliance due to the crisis will be exempted from certain carbon emission reduction goals.

Keywords: [olaf scholz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olaf-scholz.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [coal power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal-power.md), energy shortage, [carbon emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-emissions.md)

### Greek Lignite Coal, Energy Crisis Irony

- **Episode:** [1464: Bomb Rotterdam!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam.md)
- **Published:** 2022-06-30
- **Time:** 2:13:26–2:15:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam/chapter/greek-lignite-coal-energy-crisis-irony.md

In response to the natural gas shortage caused by the war in Ukraine, Greece is increasing its production of "lignite," a low-quality, highly polluting brown coal. The hosts point out the irony of the EU allowing the use of the "dirtiest of the dirty" fuels while simultaneously pushing for aggressive green energy mandates. This shift represents a significant setback for Greece's previous plans to phase out coal.

Keywords: [lignite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lignite.md), [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [energy crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-crisis.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md)

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