# Contraception on The No Agenda Show Contraception comes up in 17 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2010 to June 2024. - **Chapters:** 17 - **Episodes:** 17 - **Discussed:** May 2010 – June 2024 - **Related topics:** [Supreme Court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [Hobby Lobby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hobby-lobby.md), [Plan B](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plan-b.md), [Vasectomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vasectomy.md), [10th Amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/10th-amendment.md), [Affordable Care Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affordable-care-act.md), [Africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [American Academy Of Pediatrics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-academy-of-pediatrics.md), [Animal Rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animal-rights.md), [Balkanization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/balkanization.md) ## Chapters 1–17 of 17 ### Right to Contraception Act, Poison Pills and Gender Surgery - **Episode:** [1666: Wyrd](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-06 - **Time:** 2:10:46–2:16:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd/chapter/right-to-contraception-act-poison-pills-and-gender-surgery.md Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, introduced the "Right to Contraception Act" as a "show us who you are" vote. Republicans, including Rand Paul and Eric Schmidt, argue the bill is an election-year ploy containing "poison pills," such as provisions that would prevent states from regulating gender-reassignment surgeries for minors. Keywords: [chuck schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-schumer.md), [mazie hirono](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mazie-hirono.md), [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [gender surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-surgery.md) ### Vasectomy Trends, March Madness, Medical Stereotypes - **Episode:** [1562: Tink Tank](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1562-tink-tank.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-08 - **Time:** 1:18:30–1:23:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1562-tink-tank/chapter/vasectomy-trends-march-madness-medical-stereotypes.md Medical contributors on the Today Show reported a rise in vasectomies, particularly during March Madness when men use the recovery time to watch basketball. The procedure is marketed as a simple 10-minute office visit with minimal recovery compared to female tubal ligation. The segment critiques the gendered marketing and the lack of "inclusive" language in mainstream medical reporting. Keywords: [vasectomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vasectomy.md), [march madness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/march-madness.md), [urology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urology.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance.md) ### Vasectomy Spikes, Population Bomb Mentality - **Episode:** [1468: Superwokes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1468-superwokes.md) - **Published:** 2022-07-14 - **Time:** 2:50:15–2:53:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1468-superwokes/chapter/vasectomy-spikes-population-bomb-mentality.md Clinics in Florida report a tripling in vasectomy requests following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, with many men under 30 seeking the procedure. The hosts compare this trend to the 1970s "Population Bomb" movement led by Paul Ehrlich, which they claim led to a generation of childless, bitter individuals. Keywords: [vasectomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vasectomy.md), doug stein, [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [paul ehrlich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-ehrlich.md), [population bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/population-bomb.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md) ### Clarence Thomas Grievance, Hillary Clinton Critique - **Episode:** [1464: Bomb Rotterdam!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-30 - **Time:** 1:21:20–1:23:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam/chapter/clarence-thomas-grievance-hillary-clinton-critique.md Hillary Clinton criticized Justice Clarence Thomas during an interview with Gayle King, describing him as a person of "resentment, grievance, and anger" since law school. Clinton warned that Thomas is signaling to lower courts to bring cases that could overturn rights to contraception and same-sex marriage. The hosts dismiss her warnings as part of a recurring political narrative. Keywords: [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [gay marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-marriage.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [gail king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gail-king.md) ### NPR Analysis, Bodily Autonomy and Medical Procedures - **Episode:** [1449: Where's Munchunts?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1449-where-s-munchunts.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-08 - **Time:** 26:06–29:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1449-where-s-munchunts/chapter/npr-analysis-bodily-autonomy-and-medical-procedures.md NPR correspondent Ron Elving analyzes the lack of Senate votes to protect abortion rights or same-sex marriage. A counter-argument is presented that if Congress codifies bodily autonomy for abortion, it must also apply to the right to refuse medical procedures like vaccinations. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [ron elving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-elving.md), [same-sex marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/same-sex-marriage.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [bodily autonomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bodily-autonomy.md) ### UC Davis Plan B Vending Machines, Morning After Pill - **Episode:** [925: Barry's Choice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-30 - **Time:** 1:40:33–1:43:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/uc-davis-plan-b-vending-machines-morning-after-pill.md UC Davis has installed a "Wellness to Go" vending machine that sells the Plan B morning-after pill for $30. The project, led by student Partik Singh, is praised by students for providing discreet access to contraception without parental involvement. The hosts discuss the cultural shift toward normalizing emergency contraception on college campuses. Keywords: [uc davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uc-davis.md), [plan b](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plan-b.md), [vending machines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vending-machines.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [public health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-health.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md) ### War on Religion, Reproductive Healthcare Definitions, Senator Patty Murray - **Episode:** [603: Revolution of Dignity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-06 - **Time:** 1:28:27–1:32:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity/chapter/war-on-religion-reproductive-healthcare-definitions-senator-patty-murray.md The hosts argue that the Hobby Lobby controversy is actually a "war on religion" rather than a denial of healthcare, as employees can still purchase the contested products independently. They play a clip of Senator Patty Murray claiming that corporate religious rights should not "trump" employee rights, which the hosts view as an attack on private property and belief. Keywords: war on religion, [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [patty murray](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patty-murray.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), medical decisions ### Harry Reid and the Hobby Lobby Ruling Reaction - **Episode:** [633: Reverse the Curse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/633-reverse-the-curse.md) - **Published:** 2014-07-10 - **Time:** 2:09:48–2:11:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/633-reverse-the-curse/chapter/harry-reid-and-the-hobby-lobby-ruling-reaction.md Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid criticizes the Supreme Court's Hobby Lobby decision, specifically targeting the "five white men" on the bench. The segment frames this as political pandering to the Democratic base regarding women's healthcare and corporate religious exemptions. Keywords: [harry reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-reid.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [hobby lobby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hobby-lobby.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), five white men ### Supreme Court Hobby Lobby Ruling, Religious Freedom - **Episode:** [631: Micro Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/631-micro-propaganda.md) - **Published:** 2014-07-04 - **Time:** 16:17–20:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/631-micro-propaganda/chapter/supreme-court-hobby-lobby-ruling-religious-freedom.md The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby that closely held for-profit corporations can opt out of the Affordable Care Act's contraceptive mandate based on religious objections. Justice Samuel Alito's majority opinion relied on the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and the Dictionary Act, which defines corporations as "persons." The ruling specifically addressed four types of contraceptives that the owners believed were abortifacients. Keywords: [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [hobby lobby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hobby-lobby.md), [affordable care act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affordable-care-act.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [religious freedom restoration act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom-restoration-act.md), justice alito ### American Academy of Pediatrics, Youth Rights, and Social Norms - **Episode:** [592: Taser Taser Taser!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/592-taser-taser-taser.md) - **Published:** 2014-02-16 - **Time:** 35:44–40:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/592-taser-taser-taser/chapter/american-academy-of-pediatrics-youth-rights-and-social-norms.md The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is criticized for policy statements urging physicians to counsel youth on reproductive rights without parental consent. The hosts argue that this undermines the family unit and traditional social norms, leading to a "balkanization" of society. They suggest that such institutional interference is a primary driver for the homeschooling movement. Keywords: [american academy of pediatrics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-academy-of-pediatrics.md), youth rights, emergency contraception, [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md), [social norms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-norms.md), [balkanization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/balkanization.md) ### Hobby Lobby Contraception Case, Programming Women - **Episode:** [574: Make Happy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/574-make-happy.md) - **Published:** 2013-12-15 - **Time:** 2:42:34–2:46:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/574-make-happy/chapter/hobby-lobby-contraception-case-programming-women.md The hosts discuss the Hobby Lobby legal challenge against the contraceptive mandate. They argue that the company is not preventing women from choosing contraception but is refusing to pay for "Plan B" insurance coverage based on religious beliefs. They criticize the media for "programming" the public to believe the case is about hating women. Keywords: [hobby lobby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hobby-lobby.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [plan b](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plan-b.md), [religious freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom.md) ### Humane Alternatives, Animal Rights and Inhumane Definitions - **Episode:** [557: Kalemia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/557-kalemia.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-17 - **Time:** 2:20:40–2:23:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/557-kalemia/chapter/humane-alternatives-animal-rights-and-inhumane-definitions.md The discussion on horse management continues with a look at "humane" alternatives like contraception and euthanasia, which are criticized as being too expensive and difficult to implement. The hosts debate the definition of the word "inhumane," arguing that it is often used paradoxically when applied to animals. They suggest that allowing animals to starve or dehydrate on the range is less humane than controlled slaughter. Keywords: [euthanasia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euthanasia.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [animal rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animal-rights.md), inhumane, wolves ### Chris Anderson, TED Global and Sub-Saharan Africa Contraception - **Episode:** [553: Hate-Spewing Hashtags](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/553-hate-spewing-hashtags.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-03 - **Time:** 2:11:35–2:15:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/553-hate-spewing-hashtags/chapter/chris-anderson-ted-global-and-sub-saharan-africa-contraception.md TED curator Chris Anderson interviews Melinda Gates regarding global population trends and the "natural" decline of family sizes. Gates argues that while global numbers are peaking, Sub-Saharan Africa and parts of South Asia still require top-down intervention through contraception access. The hosts characterize the exchange as an example of elitist planning for the future of the human race. Keywords: [chris anderson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-anderson.md), ted, [wired](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wired.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [sub-saharan africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sub-saharan-africa.md), [elitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elitism.md) ### Melinda Gates at TEDx and African Injectables - **Episode:** [402: Drunk or Not Drunk?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/402-drunk-or-not-drunk.md) - **Published:** 2012-04-22 - **Time:** 2:27:04–2:33:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/402-drunk-or-not-drunk/chapter/melinda-gates-at-tedx-and-african-injectables.md Melinda Gates' TEDx talk on contraception in Africa is analyzed as a population control initiative. The hosts highlight her preference for "injectable" contraceptives because women can hide them from their husbands, which they argue contradicts her claim that family planning is a joint decision for couples. Keywords: [melinda gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melinda-gates.md), [tedx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tedx.md), [population control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/population-control.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md) ### Rick Santorum Contraception Controversy and Super PAC Messaging - **Episode:** [385: CIA vs DIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/385-cia-vs-dia.md) - **Published:** 2012-02-23 - **Time:** 9:58–13:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/385-cia-vs-dia/chapter/rick-santorum-contraception-controversy-and-super-pac-messaging.md Rick Santorum faced criticism for his responses regarding the dangers of contraception during the Arizona debate, shifting the focus toward out-of-wedlock births. Critics argue that Super PACs and Democratic operatives use such social issues to distract Republican candidates from economic discussions, effectively aiding the Obama administration's reelection efforts. Keywords: [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md), [super pac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-pac.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [media strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-strategy.md) ### George Stephanopoulos and the Contraception Question - **Episode:** [372: Free Ponies for Everyone!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/372-free-ponies-for-everyone.md) - **Published:** 2012-01-08 - **Time:** 6:41–9:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/372-free-ponies-for-everyone/chapter/george-stephanopoulos-and-the-contraception-question.md George Stephanopoulos questioned Mitt Romney on whether states have the right to ban contraception, a move the hosts view as a "rigged" attempt to discredit Romney. Ron Paul intervened by citing the 10th Amendment, which the hosts interpret as a subtle win for Paul's constitutionalist platform. The segment highlights the perceived bias of ABC News due to Stephanopoulos's ties to the Clinton administration. Keywords: [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [10th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/10th-amendment.md), [contraception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contraception.md) ### Male Birth Control, Bill Gates Foundation, Ultrasound Contraception - **Episode:** [201: The Reluctant Spy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/201-the-reluctant-spy.md) - **Published:** 2010-05-21 - **Time:** 1:54:16–1:55:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/201-the-reluctant-spy/chapter/male-birth-control-bill-gates-foundation-ultrasound-contraception.md The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is reportedly funding research into male contraception using ultrasound to stop sperm production. 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