# David Axelrod on The No Agenda Show

David Axelrod comes up in 36 chapters across 34 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2008 to August 2026.

- **Chapters:** 36
- **Episodes:** 34
- **Discussed:** November 2008 – August 2026
- **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [White House](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [Guantanamo Bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guantanamo-bay.md), [Rahm Emanuel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rahm-emanuel.md), [Tea Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), [2008 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2008-election.md), [2016 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2016-election.md), [2024 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 36

### Barack Obama Indiana Ballot Fraud, Save America Act

- **Episode:** [1894: Fever Concerns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-13
- **Time:** 40:23–42:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns/chapter/barack-obama-indiana-ballot-fraud-save-america-act.md

A discussion on CNN regarding the Save America Act brought up a historical instance of fraudulent ballot signatures used to get Barack Obama on the primary ballot in Indiana. The hosts highlight that Democratic officials went to jail for this scheme, yet the CNN anchor dismissed it as a localized "Indiana issue" rather than a broader voting integrity concern.

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### Corporate DEI Retreat, Walmart and Google Policy Changes

- **Episode:** [1737: Wrong Puberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1737-wrong-puberty.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-09
- **Time:** 1:19:40–1:24:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1737-wrong-puberty/chapter/corporate-dei-retreat-walmart-and-google-policy-changes.md

Major corporations including Walmart, Google, Disney, and JPMorgan Chase are reportedly backing away from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) targets in their annual reports. While some companies are making public announcements, others are quietly scrubbing DEI language to avoid political and legal backlash. Political strategists like David Axelrod have warned the Democratic Party that focusing on these issues may be alienating the broader electorate.

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### Media Reaction to RFK Jr. Endorsement

- **Episode:** [1689: Unhappy Newcomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-25
- **Time:** 1:09:10–1:14:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer/chapter/media-reaction-to-rfk-jr-endorsement.md

CNN's coverage of the RFK Jr. endorsement is criticized for labeling his speech as "frontier gibberish" and "cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs." The hosts discuss reports of David Axelrod and other analysts questioning Kennedy's mental health, suggesting the media's hostility is driven by Kennedy's attacks on their corporate advertisers.

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### Media Reactions and Tenacious D Controversy Following Trump Assassination Attempt

- **Episode:** [1678: Stolen Cookies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1678-stolen-cookies.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-18
- **Time:** 9:49–12:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1678-stolen-cookies/chapter/media-reactions-and-tenacious-d-controversy-following-trump-assassination-attempt.md

Political commentator David Axelrod faced criticism for suggesting Donald Trump's past rhetoric contributed to the environment surrounding his attempted assassination. In Australia, the musical duo Tenacious D cancelled their tour after member Kyle Gass made a controversial joke about the shooter missing the target. Jack Black subsequently put all creative plans for the band on ice following the public backlash and calls for deportation from Australian officials.

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### David Axelrod and the Democratic Voting Machine

- **Episode:** [1677: Donald Duck!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-14
- **Time:** 1:28:32–1:31:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck/chapter/david-axelrod-and-the-democratic-voting-machine.md

The hosts discuss David Axelrod's predictions of a landslide defeat for Biden, interpreting his comments as a threat from the "Chicago machine" to withdraw support. They argue that the Democrats rely on a sophisticated "machine" to create votes and that the current internal conflict suggests the machine may be "turned off" for Biden.

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### Team Obama vs Biden, David Axelrod and George Clooney Coordination

- **Episode:** [1676: Douche Mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-11
- **Time:** 18:04–24:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile/chapter/team-obama-vs-biden-david-axelrod-and-george-clooney-coordination.md

Evidence suggests a coordinated effort by "Team Obama," including David Axelrod and Jon Favreau, to pressure President Biden to withdraw. George Clooney's op-ed is believed by some to have been approved by Obama. The discussion highlights a rift between the Obama camp and the Wall Street interests currently influencing the Biden administration.

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### David Axelrod CNN Analysis, Democratic Voter Polling

- **Episode:** [1675: Flying Cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1675-flying-cars.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-07
- **Time:** 33:53–35:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1675-flying-cars/chapter/david-axelrod-cnn-analysis-democratic-voter-polling.md

Former Obama advisor David Axelrod noted on CNN that 75% of the American public believes Joe Biden failed the cognitive test of the recent debate. Axelrod highlighted that Biden is currently trailing in most battleground states, a significant shift from his ten-point lead four years ago. The reluctance of down-ballot candidates, such as Senator Tammy Baldwin, to appear with the President is cited as a sign of his diminishing political utility.

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### Michelle Obama Candidacy Rumors, David Axelrod Denial

- **Episode:** [1633: Noise Machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine.md)
- **Published:** 2024-02-11
- **Time:** 50:04–53:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine/chapter/michelle-obama-candidacy-rumors-david-axelrod-denial.md

Former Obama advisor David Axelrod addressed rumors of a Michelle Obama presidential run, stating she has no interest in the "tone and tenor" of politics. Axelrod claimed he has as much chance of dancing in the Bolshoi Ballet as she does of running, though some observers noted he left a slight opening in his phrasing.

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### David Axelrod on Biden Family Personal Burdens

- **Episode:** [1615: Day One Dictator](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-10
- **Time:** 26:17–28:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator/chapter/david-axelrod-on-biden-family-personal-burdens.md

Political strategist David Axelrod comments on CNN regarding the distinction between Hunter Biden's criminal allegations and President Joe Biden's official conduct. Axelrod characterizes the situation as a profound personal burden for the President rather than a proven political liability.

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### Joe Biden's 81st Birthday and Fox News Gaffes

- **Episode:** [1610: p-doom](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1610-p-doom.md)
- **Published:** 2023-11-23
- **Time:** 1:00:06–1:07:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1610-p-doom/chapter/joe-biden-s-81st-birthday-and-fox-news-gaffes.md

President Joe Biden celebrated his 81st birthday amid concerns from Democratic strategist David Axelrod about his ability to "cheat nature." During a Fox News segment, Senator Chris Coons made a historical gaffe regarding Rudy Giuliani's 2008 polling, which went uncorrected by the panel. The hosts mock the declining quality of cable news commentary and the awkward handling of Biden's age.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [chris coons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-coons.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [rudy giuliani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rudy-giuliani.md), [ageism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ageism.md)

### Obama Campaign, Media Suppression of Sinclair Claims

- **Episode:** [1588: Swedish Fish](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1588-swedish-fish.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-07
- **Time:** 1:07:16–1:13:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1588-swedish-fish/chapter/obama-campaign-media-suppression-of-sinclair-claims.md

Sinclair claims he attempted to contact David Axelrod's office in 2007 to "correct the record" on Obama's drug use. He further alleges that his YouTube account was compromised and his Hotmail emails were leaked to discredit him. The hosts find the technical aspects of his story dubious.

Keywords: [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [hotmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hotmail.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [2008 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2008-election.md)

### David Axelrod, Blackballing Reporters

- **Episode:** [1588: Swedish Fish](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1588-swedish-fish.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-07
- **Time:** 1:13:02–1:17:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1588-swedish-fish/chapter/david-axelrod-blackballing-reporters.md

Sinclair alleges that David Axelrod threatened to cut off media access for any reporter who investigated Sinclair's claims during the 2008 campaign. The hosts discuss this as a "message from headquarters" to Obama to stop interfering with the current Biden administration.

Keywords: [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), john crudson, [chicago tribune](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago-tribune.md), [media access](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-access.md), political pressure

### Twitter Advertiser Boycott, NGO Letter, Axelrod Connection

- **Episode:** [1448: French Rats](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats.md)
- **Published:** 2022-05-06
- **Time:** 1:02:15–1:05:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats/chapter/twitter-advertiser-boycott-ngo-letter-axelrod-connection.md

A coalition of 26 NGOs, including Media Matters and Accountable Tech, signed a letter urging Twitter's top advertisers to boycott the platform if Elon Musk removes content safeguards. The Daily Mail's investigation into these groups reveals ties to David Axelrod and the Clinton machine. The hosts list several signatories, noting their common funding sources and political agendas.

Keywords: [media matters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-matters.md), accountable tech, [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md)

### Joe Biden, Approval Ratings and "Omnicron" Pronunciation

- **Episode:** [1405: No Shields, No Deals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals.md)
- **Published:** 2021-12-06
- **Time:** 35:43–38:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals/chapter/joe-biden-approval-ratings-and-omnicron-pronunciation.md

President Biden's repeated mispronunciation of the Omicron variant as "Omnicron" is highlighted alongside a discussion of his declining approval ratings. Political strategists like David Axelrod suggest Biden should engage in more local news and display more "controlled anger" to combat the perception of a weak presidency, drawing comparisons to Jimmy Carter.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [approval ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/approval-ratings.md), omnicron, [infrastructure bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure-bill.md)

### Joe Biden's "Not a Joke" Verbal Tic

- **Episode:** [1370: Jab Click Share](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-05
- **Time:** 1:50:24–1:51:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share/chapter/joe-biden-s-not-a-joke-verbal-tic.md

President Joe Biden's frequent use of the phrase "not a joke" has become a notable verbal tic, often following serious statistics or claims. Political strategist David Axelrod has reportedly noted the habit. Critics argue the phrase is unnecessary and distracting, particularly when discussing somber topics like the national COVID-19 death toll.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [verbal tics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verbal-tics.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md)

### Chicago Politics, Barack Obama and the Blagojevich Wiretaps

- **Episode:** [1218: Eggsistenial](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1218-eggsistenial.md)
- **Published:** 2020-02-23
- **Time:** 1:37:47–1:45:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1218-eggsistenial/chapter/chicago-politics-barack-obama-and-the-blagojevich-wiretaps.md

The commutation of Rod Blagojevich's sentence brings renewed scrutiny to how Barack Obama secured his U.S. Senate seat. The narrative involves political consultant David Axelrod, the leaking of sealed divorce papers of Obama's opponents, and the corruption trial of fundraiser Tony Rezko. There is speculation that Blagojevich may now reveal details regarding Obama's involvement in Chicago's "pay-to-play" culture.

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### Jeff Zucker on OJ Simpson and the 1992 Election

- **Episode:** [1100: Flash Meetup!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup.md)
- **Published:** 2019-01-04
- **Time:** 2:30:32–2:37:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/jeff-zucker-on-oj-simpson-and-the-1992-election.md

CNN President Jeff Zucker discussed his career on David Axelrod's podcast, detailing how he used the OJ Simpson trial to boost *The Today Show* ratings. Zucker also explained how giving Bill Clinton and Ross Perot extended airtime during the 1992 election helped Clinton win by splitting the Republican vote.

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### Obama's Claim of Beating Trump in a Third Term

- **Episode:** [890: Factivist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-29
- **Time:** 2:59:01–3:02:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist/chapter/obama-s-claim-of-beating-trump-in-a-third-term.md

On David Axelrod's podcast, President Obama suggests he could have won a third term if he had been allowed to run. The hosts play the clip and contrast it with an RT report detailing the massive loss of seats the Democratic Party suffered during Obama's tenure. They conclude that the American people were largely fed up with his policies.

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### GOP Southern Strategy, Lee Atwater, and David Axelrod

- **Episode:** [436: Mud on the Truck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/436-mud-on-the-truck.md)
- **Published:** 2012-08-19
- **Time:** 1:15:08–1:21:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/436-mud-on-the-truck/chapter/gop-southern-strategy-lee-atwater-and-david-axelrod.md

The historical context of racial politics in the US is debated, focusing on the "Southern Strategy" attributed to Richard Nixon. The hosts compare Republican tactics under Lee Atwater to Democratic strategies led by David Axelrod. They discuss the shift of Southern "Dixiecrats" to the Republican Party and the continued use of coded language in national campaigns.

Keywords: [southern strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-strategy.md), [richard nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [lee atwater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lee-atwater.md)

### Student Loan Rates, Jimmy Fallon Slow Jam

- **Episode:** [403: Pharmacy in a Fruit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/403-pharmacy-in-a-fruit.md)
- **Published:** 2012-04-26
- **Time:** 1:00:39–1:10:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/403-pharmacy-in-a-fruit/chapter/student-loan-rates-jimmy-fallon-slow-jam.md

President Obama appeared on *Late Night with Jimmy Fallon* to "slow jam the news" and promote the extension of low student loan interest rates. The bill is criticized as a political trap for Republicans because it proposes funding the extension through the military's overseas contingency operations budget. The segment highlights rising tuition costs at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill despite the administration's focus on affordability.

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