# Counter Terrorism on The No Agenda Show Counter Terrorism comes up in 16 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2009 to May 2026. - **Chapters:** 16 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** March 2009 – May 2026 - **Related topics:** [Counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [60 Minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Al Qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [Al Sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [Amman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amman.md), [Ari Fleischer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ari-fleischer.md), [Asymmetric Warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asymmetric-warfare.md) ## Chapters 1–16 of 16 ### US-Nigeria Security Cooperation and Oil Interests - **Episode:** [1867: Transmission Window](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1867-transmission-window.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-10 - **Time:** 1:15:31–1:17:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1867-transmission-window/chapter/us-nigeria-security-cooperation-and-oil-interests.md The United States and Nigeria have agreed to deepen cooperation on security and intelligence sharing following talks between Nigerian officials and US representatives JD Vance and Marco Rubio. The hosts suggest the renewed focus on counter-terrorism in West Africa is a strategic move to secure Nigeria's significant oil production and mineral resources. Keywords: [nigeria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigeria.md), [jd vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jd-vance.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [boko haram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boko-haram.md), [oil production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-production.md) ### Democratic Party Split, Rules of War, Proportionality - **Episode:** [1605: Techno-douche](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1605-techno-douche.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-05 - **Time:** 44:13–46:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1605-techno-douche/chapter/democratic-party-split-rules-of-war-proportionality.md Democratic lawmakers like Senator Chris Murphy and Congressman Jason Crow have urged Israel to reconsider its military approach in favor of a more "proportionate" campaign. The hosts question why the "rules of war" are being emphasized now when they were largely ignored in other recent conflicts. Keywords: [chris murphy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-murphy.md), [jason crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-crow.md), proportionality, rules of war, [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md) ### Executive Producer Donations and Bureaucracy Requests - **Episode:** [1133: No Apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-02 - **Time:** 1:28:23–1:33:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-bureaucracy-requests.md Sir Scott donates $841.51 to achieve Earl status and requests a position as the Secretary of Counter-Terrorism within the "Gitmo Nation" bureaucracy. Todd Moss, a Southwest flight attendant, donates $500 and is knighted as the "Knight of All High Altitudinal Aluminum Tubing." Keywords: [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), earl status ### Manchester United Stadium, Fake Bomb Scare - **Episode:** [826: Ten Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-19 - **Time:** 2:31:36–2:33:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times/chapter/manchester-united-stadium-fake-bomb-scare.md A match at Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium was canceled and 75,000 fans evacuated after a suspicious package was found in a restroom. The device was later determined to be a "dummy" bomb left behind by an independent contracting firm following a counter-terrorism training exercise. The incident is mocked as a massive failure in basic equipment accounting. Keywords: [manchester united](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manchester-united.md), old trafford, fake bomb, [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [evacuation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evacuation.md) ### Social Media Counter-Terrorism, Twitter Firehose Access - **Episode:** [740: Losers to Lions](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/740-losers-to-lions.md) - **Published:** 2015-07-19 - **Time:** 38:03–42:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/740-losers-to-lions/chapter/social-media-counter-terrorism-twitter-firehose-access.md Media reports claiming that ISIS is outmaneuvering the U.S. on social media are dismissed as "bullcrap" intended to secure more government control over technology companies. The hosts argue that the NSA and intelligence agencies already have access to the Twitter "firehose" and unencrypted direct messages. They suggest the narrative of "uncooperative" tech companies is a manufactured excuse for intelligence failures. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), firehose, [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md) ### British Universities, Rise of Campus Censorship - **Episode:** [698: Citadels of Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/698-citadels-of-censorship.md) - **Published:** 2015-02-22 - **Time:** 2:46:35–2:50:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/698-citadels-of-censorship/chapter/british-universities-rise-of-campus-censorship.md A survey by Spiked magazine finds that 80% of UK colleges have restricted freedom of expression. Examples include banning certain newspapers, outlawing pole dancing classes, and canceling debates on abortion. Furthermore, new counter-terrorism laws oblige lecturers to report students they suspect are being drawn toward "extremism," which the hosts describe as a "citadel of censorship." Keywords: [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), [universities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universities.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md) ### Degrade and Destroy Strategy Against Global Terror - **Episode:** [652: After Spin Class](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/652-after-spin-class.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-14 - **Time:** 34:23–36:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/652-after-spin-class/chapter/degrade-and-destroy-strategy-against-global-terror.md Secretary of State John Kerry meets with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to expand the coalition against ISIS into a broader fight against global terrorism. The hosts analyze the administration's specific use of the word "degrade" instead of "war," arguing it is a legal maneuver to avoid seeking formal Congressional approval for military action. Keywords: [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), al-sisi, [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md) ### Lisa Monaco and the Comprehensive Prevention Model for Radicalization - **Episode:** [611: Let's Get Social!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/611-let-s-get-social.md) - **Published:** 2014-04-24 - **Time:** 18:52–27:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/611-let-s-get-social/chapter/lisa-monaco-and-the-comprehensive-prevention-model-for-radicalization.md White House counter-terrorism advisor Lisa Monaco appeared on PBS with Gwen Ifill to discuss identifying radicalized individuals within local communities. Monaco advocates for a "comprehensive prevention model" where parents, teachers, and religious leaders monitor children for behavioral changes. The hosts critique the proposal as a form of state-sponsored surveillance that encourages citizens to report their neighbors and family members to the government. Keywords: [lisa monaco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisa-monaco.md), [gwen ifill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gwen-ifill.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [harvard kennedy school](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard-kennedy-school.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [radicalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radicalization.md), boston bombers ### King Abdullah Special Operations Training Center (KASOTC) - **Episode:** [508: Lonely Crazies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/508-lonely-crazies.md) - **Published:** 2013-04-28 - **Time:** 2:24:31–2:28:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/508-lonely-crazies/chapter/king-abdullah-special-operations-training-center-kasotc.md The King Abdullah Special Operations Training Center (KASOTC) in Amman, Jordan, is identified as a hub for international counter-terrorism and irregular warfare training. The hosts note visits from high-ranking officials like Admiral James Stavridis and suggest the facility is central to a planned military operation against Syria. They mention monitoring military radio frequencies for "chatter" regarding Middle East troop positioning. Keywords: kasotc, [jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan.md), [amman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amman.md), [james stavridis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-stavridis.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [asymmetric warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asymmetric-warfare.md) ### Barack Obama, Google Fireside Hangout, Domestic Drone Strikes - **Episode:** [488: Sponsor Influence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/488-sponsor-influence.md) - **Published:** 2013-02-17 - **Time:** 18:50–23:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/488-sponsor-influence/chapter/barack-obama-google-fireside-hangout-domestic-drone-strikes.md President Barack Obama participated in a "Fireside Hangout" on Google where he addressed the legality of drone strikes against American citizens. The hosts deconstruct the President's response regarding the different rules for counter-terrorism operations inside versus outside the United States. They express concern over the lack of a definitive "no" regarding the use of lethal drones on domestic soil. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), fireside hangout, [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [civil liberties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-liberties.md) ### Hillary Clinton on Future Iraq Troop Presence - **Episode:** [331: Ricin Beans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-18 - **Time:** 2:14:41–2:17:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans/chapter/hillary-clinton-on-future-iraq-troop-presence.md Secretary of State Hillary Clinton indicated that while the formal combat mission in Iraq is ending, the U.S. expects to be "invited back" to provide training and intelligence support. Clinton suggested that the Iraqi government is internally discussing a formal request for continued American military assistance. This potential extension of the U.S. presence is viewed as a way to maintain influence through contractors and specialized training units. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [leon panetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-panetta.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [blackwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackwater.md) ### National Strategy for Counter-Terrorism and Matthew Olsen - **Episode:** [318: Reckless & Provocative](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/318-reckless-provocative.md) - **Published:** 2011-07-03 - **Time:** 58:26–1:05:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/318-reckless-provocative/chapter/national-strategy-for-counter-terrorism-and-matthew-olsen.md The Obama administration has appointed Matthew Olsen, a former NSA lawyer, to lead the National Counterterrorism Center. The new "National Strategy for Counter-Terrorism" document is analyzed for its heavy use of legalistic language, defining "adherents" and "affiliates" in broad terms. Discrepancies in the spelling of "Osama" vs "Usama" bin Laden in official documents are noted as potential indicators of "shadow theater." Keywords: [matthew olsen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-olsen.md), [al qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md), [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [whitehouse.gov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitehouse-gov.md) ### Competitive Culture and the Police State in the UK - **Episode:** [260: Madoff has left the building](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/260-madoff-has-left-the-building.md) - **Published:** 2010-12-12 - **Time:** 1:13:28–1:17:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/260-madoff-has-left-the-building/chapter/competitive-culture-and-the-police-state-in-the-uk.md A clip of a football coach discussing the importance of winning in America prompts a discussion on the decline of competitive spirit in favor of "participation" culture. The hosts also reference a UK magazine, "Counter Terror Business," which showcases advanced surveillance and security technology. They suggest that the increasing police state in the UK may eventually lead to more widespread civil unrest and riots. Keywords: vince lombardi, competitive atmosphere, counter terror business, [police state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-state.md), [guy fawkes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guy-fawkes.md) ### Afghanistan Security Strategy, 60 Minutes Hank Crumpton Interview - **Episode:** [223: Chillies in the Antilles](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/223-chillies-in-the-antilles.md) - **Published:** 2010-08-05 - **Time:** 34:13–41:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/223-chillies-in-the-antilles/chapter/afghanistan-security-strategy-60-minutes-hank-crumpton-interview.md Former CIA official Hank Crumpton appeared on 60 Minutes to argue that a US withdrawal from Afghanistan would lead to a massacre and threaten the American homeland. The segment also featured an Afghan security official who claimed Al-Qaeda and the Taliban are headquartered in Pakistan. The hosts criticize the reporting as a scripted effort to justify continued military involvement. Keywords: [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), hank crumpton, [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md) ### Ari Fleischer Praises Obama for Continuing Bush Policies - **Episode:** [137: Miley Cyrus Meets Hannah Montana](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/137-miley-cyrus-meets-hannah-montana.md) - **Published:** 2009-10-08 - **Time:** 16:56–19:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/137-miley-cyrus-meets-hannah-montana/chapter/ari-fleischer-praises-obama-for-continuing-bush-policies.md Former White House Press Secretary Ari Fleischer praised President Barack Obama for maintaining several George W. Bush-era counter-terrorism policies. Fleischer cited the continuation of secret renditions and warrantless wiretaps as positive steps. The hosts argue that the internet is helping citizens realize that campaign promises regarding civil liberties are being ignored. Keywords: [ari fleischer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ari-fleischer.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), secret renditions, warrantless wiretaps, [counter-terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counter-terrorism.md) ### UK Counter-Terror Training and Wacky Jackie Smith - **Episode:** [82: Boom and Bust Explained](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/82-boom-and-bust-explained.md) - **Published:** 2009-03-22 - **Time:** 36:54–39:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/82-boom-and-bust-explained/chapter/uk-counter-terror-training-and-wacky-jackie-smith.md UK Home Secretary Jackie Smith announced a strategy to train 60,000 citizens to respond to terrorist threats in public spaces like shopping centers and hotels. The hosts interpret this as an open move toward a surveillance state where neighbors are encouraged to spy on one another. 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