# Debate Rules on The No Agenda Show Debate Rules comes up in 5 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2008 to October 2020. - **Chapters:** 5 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** September 2008 – October 2020 - **Related topics:** [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [Democratic Debates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-debates.md), [Equal Time Rule](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/equal-time-rule.md), [Fairness Doctrine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fairness-doctrine.md), [Fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [Focus Groups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/focus-groups.md), [Jim Lehrer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-lehrer.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Lawrence O'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-o-donnell.md) ## Chapters 1–5 of 5 ### Debate Segues and Teleprompter Suspicions - **Episode:** [1284: Eyeballitis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1284-eyeballitis.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-09 - **Time:** 19:53–26:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1284-eyeballitis/chapter/debate-segues-and-teleprompter-suspicions.md The hosts examine a moment where Kamala Harris complimented moderator Susan Page on a "great segue," leading to suspicions that the candidates may have known the topics in advance. A technical discussion follows regarding the definition of a "segue" and the presence of large teleprompters at the debate site. They suggest that the "middlemen" operating the prompters could be a source of leaked information. Keywords: susan page, [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), segue, [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), [usa today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-today.md), [debate rules](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate-rules.md) ### CNN Debate Rules, Democratic Primary, Penalty Box - **Episode:** [1154: Goldfish Invasion](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1154-goldfish-invasion.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-14 - **Time:** 1:38:01–1:41:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1154-goldfish-invasion/chapter/cnn-debate-rules-democratic-primary-penalty-box.md CNN has announced new rules for the upcoming Democratic primary debates, including a "penalty box" for candidates who consistently interrupt and a ban on show-of-hands questions. The network will use colored lights to manage response times and provide 30 seconds for candidates to respond to direct attacks. These changes aim to prevent the "foolish" appearance of previous debates while managing a large field of candidates. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [democratic debates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-debates.md), [debate rules](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate-rules.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md) ### Equal Time Rule vs Fairness Doctrine - **Episode:** [1065: Flux Capacitator](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1065-flux-capacitator.md) - **Published:** 2018-09-02 - **Time:** 1:38:45–1:45:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1065-flux-capacitator/chapter/equal-time-rule-vs-fairness-doctrine.md The "Equal Time Rule" is often confused with the Fairness Doctrine, but it specifically applies to legally qualified political candidates during elections. Established by the Radio Act of 1927, the rule exempts news programming, documentaries, and political debates. The hosts discuss how these regulations are frequently mischaracterized by media historians and "esteemed scholars." Keywords: [equal time rule](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/equal-time-rule.md), [fairness doctrine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fairness-doctrine.md), [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [political debates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-debates.md), radio act of 1927 ### Lawrence O'Donnell, Debate Rule Change Proposals - **Episode:** [452: PERL Harbor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/452-perl-harbor.md) - **Published:** 2012-10-14 - **Time:** 25:35–28:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/452-perl-harbor/chapter/lawrence-o-donnell-debate-rule-change-proposals.md MSNBC host Lawrence O'Donnell suggested changing presidential debate rules to allow staff members to sit next to candidates and hand them documents. The hosts mock this proposal as a way to effectively provide candidates with teleprompters or hidden transmitters. Keywords: [lawrence o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-o-donnell.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [presidential debates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-debates.md), [teleprompters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompters.md), [senate rules](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-rules.md) ### CNN Real-Time Focus Group Graphs and Audience Restrictions - **Episode:** [49: Everybody Wants to Rule the World](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/49-everybody-wants-to-rule-the-world.md) - **Published:** 2008-09-27 - **Time:** 5:10–7:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/49-everybody-wants-to-rule-the-world/chapter/cnn-real-time-focus-group-graphs-and-audience-restrictions.md CNN's use of real-time focus group graphs during the debate is criticized for being hypnotic and distracting. The discussion covers how the lines for Democrats, Republicans, and Independents reacted to specific candidate statements and expresses frustration with the "no applause" rules imposed on the live audience. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [focus groups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/focus-groups.md), [swing voters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swing-voters.md), [jim lehrer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-lehrer.md), [debate rules](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate-rules.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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