# Conflict Of Interest on The No Agenda Show Conflict Of Interest comes up in 36 chapters across 36 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2008 to May 2026. - **Chapters:** 36 - **Episodes:** 36 - **Discussed:** October 2008 – May 2026 - **Related topics:** [Clinton Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Anthony Fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [Cto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cto.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Emoluments Clause](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emoluments-clause.md), [Factcheck.org](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/factcheck-org.md), [Hunter Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 36 ### Anthony Fauci Conflict of Interest in Intelligence Assessments - **Episode:** [1868: Lubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-14 - **Time:** 1:30:34–1:34:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio/chapter/anthony-fauci-conflict-of-interest-in-intelligence-assessments.md The hearing revealed that the intelligence community relied heavily on Dr. Anthony Fauci as a "subject matter expert" despite his clear conflict of interest as a funder of the Wuhan lab. Internal emails showed some officers questioned this reliance, but were overruled. The hosts argue that the lack of Democrat participation in the hearing suggests a partisan effort to protect the "pro-vax" narrative. Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [wuhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan.md), [intelligence community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), subject matter expert ### Corey Lewandowski Affair, Special Envoy to the Shield of the Americas - **Episode:** [1849: Hose Water](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-08 - **Time:** 2:16:12–2:19:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water/chapter/corey-lewandowski-affair-special-envoy-to-the-shield-of-the-americas.md Kristi Noem faced questioning regarding a rumored affair with Corey Lewandowski, which she dismissed as "tabloid garbage." Adam Curry suggests the $220 million ad campaign was actually a soft launch for Noem's 2028 presidential run managed by Lewandowski. Following her removal from DHS, Noem has been appointed as the "Special Envoy to the Shield of the Americas," a new diplomatic role created by the administration. Keywords: [corey lewandowski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corey-lewandowski.md), [kristi noem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kristi-noem.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [2028 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2028-election.md), shield of the americas ### Dr. James Thorp, Miscarriage Data, Medical Journal Corruption - **Episode:** [1770: Control Grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-05 - **Time:** 1:17:45–1:20:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid/chapter/dr-james-thorp-miscarriage-data-medical-journal-corruption.md OBGYN Dr. James Thorp testified that the 2021 Shimabukuro study published in the New England Journal of Medicine misrepresented miscarriage rates among vaccinated pregnant women. Thorp alleged that raw data indicated an 82% miscarriage rate in the first trimester, contrasting with the published claim of 12.6%. He further claimed that pharmaceutical companies paid over $1 billion to medical journal reviewers between 2020 and 2022, fundamentally corrupting the peer-review process for vaccine safety signals. Keywords: dr. james thorp, [miscarriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miscarriage.md), [new england journal of medicine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-england-journal-of-medicine.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [peer review](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peer-review.md), conflicts of interest ### FactCheck.org Funding, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation - **Episode:** [1369: COVID Roulette](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1369-covid-roulette.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-01 - **Time:** 1:26:09–1:28:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1369-covid-roulette/chapter/factcheck-org-funding-robert-wood-johnson-foundation.md FactCheck.org, a prominent social media fact-checking partner, faces scrutiny for its funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The foundation holds over $1.8 billion in Johnson & Johnson stock and is led by Richard Besser, a former acting director of the CDC. Critics argue this creates a significant conflict of interest regarding the evaluation of vaccine-related information. Keywords: [factcheck.org](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/factcheck-org.md), [johnson & johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/johnson-johnson.md), [robert wood johnson foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-wood-johnson-foundation.md), [richard besser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-besser.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### Rand Paul Explains the Fauci Conflict of Interest - **Episode:** [1366: Pingdemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1366-pingdemic.md) - **Published:** 2021-07-25 - **Time:** 1:36:21–1:41:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1366-pingdemic/chapter/rand-paul-explains-the-fauci-conflict-of-interest.md In a follow-up interview, Senator Rand Paul detailed Dr. Fauci's significant conflict of interest as the head of the agency that approved funding for the Wuhan lab. Paul noted that other scientists are afraid to speak out because Fauci controls the majority of federal research grants. He also cited Dr. Marty Makary's criticism regarding the lack of NIH funding for basic COVID-19 studies, such as mask efficacy in children. Keywords: [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [nih funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih-funding.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), marty makary ### Matt Hancock, Genomics England and Chinese Surveillance - **Episode:** [1362: Shot to Win](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1362-shot-to-win.md) - **Published:** 2021-07-09 - **Time:** 1:17:42–1:20:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1362-shot-to-win/chapter/matt-hancock-genomics-england-and-chinese-surveillance.md A 2019 clip reveals former UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock as a shareholder in Genomics England, a company focused on genetic sequencing. The hosts discuss potential conflicts of interest and reports that the security footage leading to Hancock's resignation may have been leaked via Chinese-made surveillance cameras. The House of Lords is reportedly investigating the security risks of these systems. Keywords: [matt hancock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-hancock.md), genomics england, hikvision, [house of lords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-lords.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### FactCheck.org Funding and Conflicts of Interest - **Episode:** [1341: Bunny Hugging](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1341-bunny-hugging.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-25 - **Time:** 41:45–43:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1341-bunny-hugging/chapter/factcheck-org-funding-and-conflicts-of-interest.md The hosts examine the funding of FactCheck.org’s "Sci-Check" division, noting a $50,000 donation and Johnson & Johnson stock from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. They highlight that the foundation's CEO is a former CDC director, raising concerns about conflicts of interest in social media fact-checking. Keywords: [factcheck.org](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/factcheck-org.md), [robert wood johnson foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-wood-johnson-foundation.md), [johnson & johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/johnson-johnson.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### David Brooks Resigns from Aspen Institute - **Episode:** [1327: China Chopper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1327-china-chopper.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-07 - **Time:** 2:35:20–2:39:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1327-china-chopper/chapter/david-brooks-resigns-from-aspen-institute.md New York Times columnist David Brooks resigned from the Aspen Institute following revelations of a conflict of interest involving a Facebook-funded initiative called "Weavers." Brooks reportedly received a second salary for the role while writing favorable articles about his benefactors in the Times. Keywords: [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [aspen institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspen-institute.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md) ### Joe Biden, Conflict of Interest Denials - **Episode:** [1179: Vooden Sporks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1179-vooden-sporks.md) - **Published:** 2019-10-10 - **Time:** 55:26–58:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1179-vooden-sporks/chapter/joe-biden-conflict-of-interest-denials.md Joe Biden has forcefully denied any conflict of interest regarding his son Hunter Biden's business dealings in Ukraine while Joe served as Vice President. Biden's media strategy involves pivoting away from questions about his family to focus exclusively on Donald Trump's conduct. Analysts suggest the Democratic strategy relies heavily on anti-Trump sentiment rather than specific policy ideas. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [media strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-strategy.md) ### CDC Director Resignation, Tobacco Stock Conflict - **Episode:** [1005: Circular Reporting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1005-circular-reporting.md) - **Published:** 2018-02-04 - **Time:** 2:27:06–2:29:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1005-circular-reporting/chapter/cdc-director-resignation-tobacco-stock-conflict.md Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald resigned as Director of the CDC after reports surfaced that she invested in tobacco stocks and a healthcare company while in office. Fitzgerald claimed the tobacco shares were purchased by a financial advisor without her knowledge, but the conflict of interest led to her departure. Keywords: brenda fitzgerald, [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), tobacco stocks, [politico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politico.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### Eric Swalwell Calls for Independent Russia Investigation - **Episode:** [915: One Belt One Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/915-one-belt-one-road.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-26 - **Time:** 2:09:56–2:12:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/915-one-belt-one-road/chapter/eric-swalwell-calls-for-independent-russia-investigation.md Representative Eric Swalwell argues that Chairman Devin Nunes has a conflict of interest and has betrayed his duty to conduct an independent investigation. Swalwell characterizes the Russian interference in the 2016 election as the "largest attack" on US elections in history. He calls for a credible, collaborative investigation that includes Democrats to get to the bottom of alleged Trump-Moscow ties. Keywords: [eric swalwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-swalwell.md), [devin nunes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/devin-nunes.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [election interference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-interference.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### Dianne Feinstein Interview, Emoluments Clause Confusion - **Episode:** [914: Fack Base](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-23 - **Time:** 35:57–39:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base/chapter/dianne-feinstein-interview-emoluments-clause-confusion.md Senator Dianne Feinstein discussed potential legislation regarding presidential conflicts of interest and the Emoluments Clause. During the interview, she appeared to mispronounce the term as the "emollients clause," leading to host banter about skin moisturizers. The discussion also touches on media bias and the business dealings of Hunter Biden in Ukraine. Keywords: [diane feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diane-feinstein.md), [emoluments clause](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emoluments-clause.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [legislation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legislation.md) ### Trump International Hotel, GSA Lease Controversy - **Episode:** [886: Exodus of Misery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-15 - **Time:** 1:32:22–1:35:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery/chapter/trump-international-hotel-gsa-lease-controversy.md A provision in the GSA lease for the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., explicitly prohibits any elected federal official from benefiting from the agreement. The hosts predict this will become a major legal hurdle for Trump after the inauguration, potentially forcing him to sell the property or transfer it to a public corporation. They note that the media is currently too focused on Russia to report on this contract issue. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [gsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gsa.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [old post office](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/old-post-office.md), lease, [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### Trump Apprentice Credit, Conflict of Interest, NBC - **Episode:** [885: Force Majeur](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/885-force-majeur.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-11 - **Time:** 1:19:47–1:23:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/885-force-majeur/chapter/trump-apprentice-credit-conflict-of-interest-nbc.md Media outlets scrutinize Donald Trump's decision to retain his Executive Producer credit on "The Celebrity Apprentice" while serving as President. The hosts argue that the credit is a standard contractual arrangement for a show creator and does not constitute a meaningful conflict of interest compared to presidential book royalties. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [the apprentice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-apprentice.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [mark burnett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-burnett.md), [arnold schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### Conflict of Interest and the Emoluments Clause - **Episode:** [880: Promise to Prosecute](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/880-promise-to-prosecute.md) - **Published:** 2016-11-24 - **Time:** 1:44:25–1:47:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/880-promise-to-prosecute/chapter/conflict-of-interest-and-the-emoluments-clause.md Media concerns regarding Trump's business interests and the Emoluments Clause of the Constitution are addressed. Critics suggest that foreign diplomats staying at the Trump International Hotel could constitute illegal "gifts." The hosts argue that paying market rate for a hotel room does not meet the constitutional definition of a gift. Keywords: [emoluments clause](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emoluments-clause.md), [trump hotel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-hotel.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), foreign gifts ### Trump Family Security Clearances and Conflict of Interest Laws - **Episode:** [878: Pet a Pony](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/878-pet-a-pony.md) - **Published:** 2016-11-17 - **Time:** 24:03–27:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/878-pet-a-pony/chapter/trump-family-security-clearances-and-conflict-of-interest-laws.md NBC News reports that the Trump transition team inquired about top-secret security clearances for Trump's adult children. Critics argue this creates a conflict of interest with the family's business holdings, though the hosts point out that the President is largely exempt from such laws. They further discuss Trump's FEC financial disclosures as being more relevant than his tax returns. Keywords: [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [ivanka trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ivanka-trump.md), [security clearance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-clearance.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [fec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec.md) ### John Oliver's Deconstruction of the Clinton Foundation - **Episode:** [877: The Angries](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/877-the-angries.md) - **Published:** 2016-11-14 - **Time:** 1:50:04–1:52:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/877-the-angries/chapter/john-oliver-s-deconstruction-of-the-clinton-foundation.md The hosts analyze a John Oliver segment regarding the Clinton Foundation. They argue that Oliver glossed over serious allegations, such as the use of untested AIDS drugs from India, by focusing on the foundation's global health ratings and minimizing potential conflicts of interest at the State Department. Keywords: [john oliver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-oliver.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), hiv treatment, [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md) ### Rand Beers and DNC Cybersecurity Task Force - **Episode:** [861: Hate Crime Manager](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/861-hate-crime-manager.md) - **Published:** 2016-09-18 - **Time:** 1:53:15–1:56:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/861-hate-crime-manager/chapter/rand-beers-and-dnc-cybersecurity-task-force.md Donna Brazile announces the formation of a DNC cybersecurity task force led by Rand Beers, a senior advisor to President Obama. The hosts question the potential conflict of interest of a sitting White House advisor performing "double duty" for the Democratic Party's internal security. Keywords: rand beers, [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [cyber security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ### Donna Shalala Defends Clinton Foundation on PBS - **Episode:** [854: Premedicated](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-25 - **Time:** 2:06:19–2:10:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated/chapter/donna-shalala-defends-clinton-foundation-on-pbs.md Donna Shalala, CEO of the Clinton Foundation, appears on PBS to deny any conflicts of interest regarding Hillary Clinton's tenure as Secretary of State. Shalala emphasizes the foundation's work with farmers in East Africa and women entrepreneurs in Latin America. The hosts characterize her appearance as a defensive maneuver and a "rip cord" strategy to protect the organization's reputation during the election. Keywords: [donna shalala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donna-shalala.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md) ### DLA Piper, Clinton Foundation Legal Clearing - **Episode:** [852: Sorocracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/852-sorocracy.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-18 - **Time:** 43:41–50:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/852-sorocracy/chapter/dla-piper-clinton-foundation-legal-clearing.md The law firm DLA Piper represented Laureate Education while simultaneously being tasked with independently clearing the Clinton Foundation's tax filings in 2015. 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