# Cold War on The No Agenda Show

Cold War comes up in 71 chapters across 68 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2009 to September 2026.

- **Chapters:** 71
- **Episodes:** 68
- **Discussed:** November 2009 – September 2026
- **Related topics:** [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [Vladimir Putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [Nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [Soviet Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Kgb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kgb.md), [Stephen Cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-cohen.md), [Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 71

### Hegelian Dialectic Patterns in Modern History

- **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-17
- **Time:** 23:43–27:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/hegelian-dialectic-patterns-in-modern-history.md

An artist used AI tools to map historical patterns of the Hegelian dialectic from 1945 to the present, identifying eight distinct movements. These eras range from the "Permanent Horizon" of the Cold War to the "Security Becomes Weather" phase following 9-11, and the current "Post-Pandemic" era defined by AI as a tool.

Keywords: hegelian dialectic, [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [y2k](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/y2k.md), [9-11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md)

### KGB Surveillance, Soviet Consumer Goods Scarcity

- **Episode:** [1902: The MTV Chronicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1902-the-mtv-chronicles.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-10
- **Time:** 27:13–29:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1902-the-mtv-chronicles/chapter/kgb-surveillance-soviet-consumer-goods-scarcity.md

The hosts discuss the reality of KGB surveillance in Soviet hotels, noting obvious microphones and outdated technology. Curry mentions that small Western toys like Tonka trucks and Hot Wheels were considered highly valuable "gold" for trading and gifting in Russia at the time.

Keywords: [kgb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kgb.md), [moscow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [consumer goods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-goods.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

### Cold War Moon Nuke Plot, Elon Musk Mars Tickets

- **Episode:** [1844: Second Half of Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-19
- **Time:** 33:56–37:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show/chapter/cold-war-moon-nuke-plot-elon-musk-mars-tickets.md

CNN's Wolf Blitzer reported on a declassified Cold War-era plan by the United States to detonate a nuclear weapon on the moon to intimidate the Soviet Union. The discussion pivots to modern space ventures, including Elon Musk selling million-dollar tickets for future Mars missions and the delays in Richard Branson's commercial space flights.

Keywords: [moon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mars.md), [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [richard branson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-branson.md)

### Germany Military Expansion, Voluntary Conscription Plan

- **Episode:** [1817: Stunt Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-16
- **Time:** 7:45–9:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade/chapter/germany-military-expansion-voluntary-conscription-plan.md

Germany has agreed to a new military plan to increase personnel numbers in response to perceived Russian threats and concerns over the reliability of the United States under a potential Trump administration. The plan involves mandatory questionnaires for 18-year-old men to encourage voluntary service, though officials noted that mandatory conscription remains an option if voluntary participation is insufficient.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md), [conscription](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conscription.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [trump administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-administration.md)

### Sociology of Religion and the Impact of the Internet

- **Episode:** [1809: Tomahawk Turnaround](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-19
- **Time:** 1:35:34–1:44:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround/chapter/sociology-of-religion-and-the-impact-of-the-internet.md

Sociologist Christian Smith argues in his new book that traditional religion has become "obsolete" in American culture, citing 1991 as a pivotal turning point following the Cold War. While Smith attributes the decline to shifting national identity and economic changes, critics point out that he omits the primary factor: the birth of the consumer internet. The discussion posits that the internet has effectively replaced traditional faith as the new central "religion" and cultural framework.

Keywords: christian smith, [notre dame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/notre-dame.md), [religion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religion.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [internet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet.md), [spiritualism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spiritualism.md), [1991](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1991.md)

### Pope Francis Recovery and Radio Free Europe Sale

- **Episode:** [1749: Gynocracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1749-gynocracy.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-23
- **Time:** 2:54:15–2:57:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1749-gynocracy/chapter/pope-francis-recovery-and-radio-free-europe-sale.md

Pope Francis is recovering from double pneumonia and is expected to undergo two months of speech therapy and rehabilitation. Separately, there are reports that the U.S. Congress may consider selling Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, an organization founded during the Cold War to promote democratic values.

Keywords: [pope francis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-francis.md), [vatican](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vatican.md), [radio free europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radio-free-europe.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md)

### VOA Staff Lockout, Cold War Broadcasting Legacy

- **Episode:** [1747: HiFi Intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-16
- **Time:** 1:24:26–1:28:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel/chapter/voa-staff-lockout-cold-war-broadcasting-legacy.md

Journalists at Voice of America were locked out of their offices following an executive order to eliminate non-essential activities. VOA was originally established during the Cold War to spread American values to societies lacking accurate news. Carrie Lake stated the agency is being streamlined to meet legal requirements and eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.

Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [carrie lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carrie-lake.md), [bbc world service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc-world-service.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), waste fraud and abuse

### Under God, Pledge of Allegiance History

- **Episode:** [1637: LIE-DAR](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1637-lie-dar.md)
- **Published:** 2024-02-26
- **Time:** 1:03:02–1:05:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1637-lie-dar/chapter/under-god-pledge-of-allegiance-history.md

The phrase "under God" was added to the United States Pledge of Allegiance in 1954 during the Eisenhower administration. The change was encouraged as a response to the perceived threat of "godless" communism during the Cold War. Modern critics of Christian Nationalism often point to this relatively recent addition to argue that the U.S. was not originally intended to be an officially Christian nation.

Keywords: [pledge of allegiance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pledge-of-allegiance.md), [dwight d. eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwight-d-eisenhower.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communism.md), religious history

### Jake Sullivan and Borger Brende, Transition of Global Eras

- **Episode:** [1626: Dingbat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat.md)
- **Published:** 2024-01-18
- **Time:** 7:35–10:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat/chapter/jake-sullivan-and-borger-brende-transition-of-global-eras.md

World Economic Forum President Borger Brende and U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan discussed the evolution of the international order. Sullivan argued that the world is moving into a new era rather than a wholesale replacement of the post-1945 order. The dialogue focused on adapting core international institutions to meet modern challenges while moving past the post-Cold War framework.

Keywords: [jake sullivan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-sullivan.md), borger brende, [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), [international law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-law.md), post-cold war

### Nena's 99 Red Balloons Lyrics and Modern Parallels

- **Episode:** [1530: Red Queen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen.md)
- **Published:** 2023-02-16
- **Time:** 22:20–23:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen/chapter/nena-s-99-red-balloons-lyrics-and-modern-parallels.md

The lyrics of the 1983 song "99 Red Balloons" by Nena are revisited for their prophetic description of a war machine triggered by simple floating objects. The song depicts 99 ministers meeting to worry about a perceived threat in the sky, leading to a high-tech military response. The cultural reference serves as a satirical commentary on the current geopolitical tension surrounding balloon sightings.

Keywords: nena, 99 red balloons, [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [lyrics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyrics.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md)

### Candace Owens, Generation Cold War, Vaccine Propaganda

- **Episode:** [1523: Tank Talk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk.md)
- **Published:** 2023-01-22
- **Time:** 5:44–10:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk/chapter/candace-owens-generation-cold-war-vaccine-propaganda.md

Candace Owens argues that older generations, including Donald Trump, are susceptible to vaccine propaganda because they lived through the Cold War and the polio era. She claims that "Generation Cold War" is conditioned to believe in government-led medical solutions and Russian threats. Owens suggests this background makes it difficult for older individuals to acknowledge potential risks associated with modern mRNA vaccines.

Keywords: [candace owens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/candace-owens.md), [daily wire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-wire.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [polio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polio.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

### NATO Origins, Soviet Union vs. Former Soviet Union

- **Episode:** [1509: The Best Clips Of The Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1509-the-best-clips-of-the-day.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-04
- **Time:** 1:42:17–1:43:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1509-the-best-clips-of-the-day/chapter/nato-origins-soviet-union-vs-former-soviet-union.md

A media report incorrectly stated that NATO was formed to protect Europe against the "former Soviet Union." The hosts point out that in 1947, it was simply the Soviet Union, and using the term "former" subtly changes the historical context to make it sound like NATO's target was always modern Russia.

Keywords: [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [media terminology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-terminology.md), [history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/history.md)

### Mikhail Gorbachev Legacy, Soviet Union Dissolution

- **Episode:** [1482: Gorby Chips](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1482-gorby-chips.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-01
- **Time:** 41:08–46:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1482-gorby-chips/chapter/mikhail-gorbachev-legacy-soviet-union-dissolution.md

Following the death of Mikhail Gorbachev at age 91, his legacy of ending the Cold War and overseeing the removal of the Iron Curtain is reviewed. While Western reports credit him with avoiding bloodshed during pro-democracy protests in 1989, his standing in modern Russia remains complicated, as Vladimir Putin reportedly views the disintegration of the Soviet Union as a tragedy. Gorbachev will be interred at the Novodevichy Cemetery in Moscow rather than receiving a full state funeral.

Keywords: [mikhail gorbachev](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mikhail-gorbachev.md), [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md)

### NATO Animated Video, Russia Disinformation Myths

- **Episode:** [1469: The Nurge](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1469-the-nurge.md)
- **Published:** 2022-07-17
- **Time:** 1:11:44–1:14:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1469-the-nurge/chapter/nato-animated-video-russia-disinformation-myths.md

NATO released an animated video intended to debunk "myths" spread by Russia. The video asserts that NATO is a defensive alliance that does not seek confrontation and clarifies that no formal treaty ever prohibited the alliance's eastward expansion after the Cold War.

Keywords: [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), article 10

### Cold War Rhetoric, Historical Perspective, Pinko Commies

- **Episode:** [1445: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-24
- **Time:** 58:54–1:01:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers/chapter/cold-war-rhetoric-historical-perspective-pinko-commies.md

A discovery of old family letters from the 1970s containing phrases like "perverted pinko commies" sparks a conversation on historical parlance. The hosts argue that removing offensive language from historical documents and films deprives the public of necessary perspective on how societal attitudes have evolved.

Keywords: [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md), historical documents, [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), perspective

### White House Summary of Biden-Xi Call Discrepancies

- **Episode:** [1435: Batu](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1435-batu.md)
- **Published:** 2022-03-20
- **Time:** 56:00–1:00:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1435-batu/chapter/white-house-summary-of-biden-xi-call-discrepancies.md

The U.S. and China released vastly different summaries of the call between Biden and Xi. China emphasized Biden's commitment not to seek a new Cold War or support Taiwan independence, while the White House focused on the consequences of providing material support to Russia's invasion.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [material support](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/material-support.md)

### Mike Pompeo's China Speech at the Nixon Library

- **Episode:** [1263: Flibbertigibbet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1263-flibbertigibbet.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-26
- **Time:** 2:04:22–2:09:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1263-flibbertigibbet/chapter/mike-pompeo-s-china-speech-at-the-nixon-library.md

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo delivered a major policy speech at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library, declaring the era of "blind engagement" with the Chinese Communist Party over. Pompeo argued that the CCP has failed its promises to the world and represents a fundamental threat to free democracies.

Keywords: [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), nixon library, [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [foreign policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-policy.md)

### Winds of Change Podcast and CIA Scorpions Theory

- **Episode:** [1245: Mask Up!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1245-mask-up.md)
- **Published:** 2020-05-31
- **Time:** 2:26:56–2:30:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1245-mask-up/chapter/winds-of-change-podcast-and-cia-scorpions-theory.md

Adam Curry recounts his experience at the 1988 Moscow Music Peace Festival while covering the event for MTV. He discusses the "Winds of Change" podcast, which investigates the theory that the CIA actually wrote the Scorpions' hit song to help bring down the Berlin Wall. Curry recalls the presence of "spooks" and the chaotic atmosphere of the anti-drug concert.

Keywords: winds of change, the scorpions, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [moscow music peace festival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow-music-peace-festival.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md)

### Chris Matthews Socialism Rant, Bernie Sanders and Fidel Castro

- **Episode:** [1215: Omnipocalypse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1215-omnipocalypse.md)
- **Published:** 2020-02-13
- **Time:** 1:49:32–1:51:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1215-omnipocalypse/chapter/chris-matthews-socialism-rant-bernie-sanders-and-fidel-castro.md

Chris Matthews went on an "unhinged" rant against Bernie Sanders' socialism, expressing fear that a socialist victory could lead to "executions in Central Park" similar to the Cuban Revolution. Matthews questioned Sanders' past praise for Fidel Castro and the Soviet Union. The hosts suggest that older media figures remain deeply traumatized by Cold War-era communism.

Keywords: [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [socialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/socialism.md), [fidel castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fidel-castro.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [executions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executions.md)

### Duck and Cover Generation, Cold War Indoctrination

- **Episode:** [1115: Truancy Crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-25
- **Time:** 30:13–33:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes/chapter/duck-and-cover-generation-cold-war-indoctrination.md

Reflecting on childhood during the Cold War, the hosts compare modern climate anxiety to the "duck and cover" drills of the 1950s and 60s. They describe the era of fallout shelters and the psychological impact of the thermonuclear threat, noting that past generations seemed less genuinely traumatized than today's youth.

Keywords: [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [duck and cover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duck-and-cover.md), [linus pauling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linus-pauling.md), fallout shelters, [nuclear war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-war.md), h-bomb

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