# Debunking on The No Agenda Show Debunking comes up in 9 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2009 to May 2025. - **Chapters:** 9 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** October 2009 – May 2025 - **Related topics:** [Ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [Conspiracy Theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md), [60 Minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [Agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda.md), [Al Gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [Associated Press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), [Cass Sunstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cass-sunstein.md), [Cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [Chemtrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemtrails.md), [Facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md) ## Chapters 1–9 of 9 ### Debunk Bot, Conspiracy Theories and AI Interventions - **Episode:** [1762: Stick Fight](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-08 - **Time:** 1:15:59–1:19:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight/chapter/debunk-bot-conspiracy-theories-and-ai-interventions.md Researchers at American University developed "Debunk Bot," an AI designed to reduce belief in conspiracy theories through logical argumentation. A study led by Thomas Costello found that the bot reduced conspiracy beliefs by an average of 20%. The tool uses a "corpus of information" to provide personalized factual rebuttals to users. Keywords: debunk bot, [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md), thomas costello, [psychology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychology.md) ### AI Fact-Checking, Single Points of Failure and Chemtrail Tests - **Episode:** [1762: Stick Fight](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-08 - **Time:** 1:20:00–1:27:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight/chapter/ai-fact-checking-single-points-of-failure-and-chemtrail-tests.md The reliability of AI as a single point of failure for fact-checking is debated, with concerns raised about hallucinations and inherent biases. One host attempts to use the "Debunk Bot" live, testing its response to theories about chemtrails and barium in jet fuel. The experiment concludes with the host dismissing the bot as "junk" after it fails to provide a convincing counter-argument. Keywords: [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [grok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grok.md), debunk bot, [fact-checking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-checking.md), [chemtrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemtrails.md) ### Debunk Bot AI Research and Conspiracy Theory Mitigation - **Episode:** [1697: neat-o](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1697-neat-o.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-22 - **Time:** 33:31–37:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1697-neat-o/chapter/debunk-bot-ai-research-and-conspiracy-theory-mitigation.md Researchers at MIT, Cornell, and American University have developed "Debunk Bot," an AI tool powered by OpenAI designed to reduce belief in conspiracy theories. The bot provides factual information to users about topics such as the moon landing and vaccinations. Critics argue the tool is a "cheap trick" used for scientific research data collection rather than a genuine truth-seeking utility. Keywords: debunk bot, [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), cornell, [open ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-ai.md), [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md) ### Graphene Oxide, Vaccine Debris, and Electron Microscopy Debunking - **Episode:** [1422: Honk Honk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1422-honk-honk.md) - **Published:** 2022-02-03 - **Time:** 1:01:15–1:04:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1422-honk-honk/chapter/graphene-oxide-vaccine-debris-and-electron-microscopy-debunking.md A university research director provides a debunking of the "graphene oxide in vaccines" theory. The researcher explains that the graphene oxide seen in viral lab reports actually came from the grids used in transmission electron microscopy, not the vaccine samples themselves. The hosts accept this explanation while maintaining that vaccines may still contain other manufacturing debris. Keywords: [graphene oxide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/graphene-oxide.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), electron microscope, university research, [fifth column](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifth-column.md), [debunking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debunking.md) ### 60 Minutes Timeline and the "Debunked" Lab Theory - **Episode:** [1242: Smokin' Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-17 - **Time:** 2:04:15–2:06:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot/chapter/60-minutes-timeline-and-the-debunked-lab-theory.md A "60 Minutes" segment is criticized for labeling the theory that the virus originated in a Chinese lab as "debunked" without providing evidence. The hosts argue that journalists use the word "debunked" as a tool to shut down legitimate inquiry. The segment also reviews the timeline of Trump's early praise for China versus the subsequent breakdown in relations. Keywords: [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md), [wuhan lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), debunked ### AP Fact Check, Facebook Partnership, Sleep Science - **Episode:** [903: Eat Lipstick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/903-eat-lipstick.md) - **Published:** 2017-02-12 - **Time:** 2:40:24–2:45:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/903-eat-lipstick/chapter/ap-fact-check-facebook-partnership-sleep-science.md The Associated Press announces a partnership with Facebook to "debunk" trending stories. The hosts criticize the use of the word "debunk," arguing it implies intentional hoaxes rather than simple errors. They also reference a UCTV lecture claiming that seven hours of sleep is the ideal duration for longevity, noting the irony of "fact-checkers" ignoring their own reporting errors. Keywords: [associated press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [fact checking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-checking.md), [debunking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debunking.md), uctv, [sleep](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sleep.md), [longevity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/longevity.md) ### Shattering Theories, Psychological Tactics, Shills and Debunking - **Episode:** [603: Revolution of Dignity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-06 - **Time:** 2:18:06–2:20:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity/chapter/shattering-theories-psychological-tactics-shills-and-debunking.md Sunstein outlines psychological tactics for "shattering" conspiracy theories, such as appealing to the "basic beliefs" of the theorists or using "allied" credible figures to debunk claims. The hosts interpret this as a blueprint for using government shills to manipulate public discourse and steer people away from alternative narratives. Keywords: psychological tactics, [debunking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debunking.md), [shills](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shills.md), [cass sunstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cass-sunstein.md), [agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agenda.md) ### Al Gore, Internet Creation and Snopes Debunking - **Episode:** [218: Former Soviet Spy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/218-former-soviet-spy.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-18 - **Time:** 1:44:02–1:46:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/218-former-soviet-spy/chapter/al-gore-internet-creation-and-snopes-debunking.md The hosts debate the accuracy of Snopes.com regarding Al Gore's claim that he "took the initiative in creating the internet." While Snopes labels the claim that Gore said he "invented" the internet as false, the hosts argue that "creating" and "inventing" are functionally synonymous in this context. They express skepticism toward Snopes as a reliable source for political debunking. Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [snopes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snopes.md), [internet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet.md), [debunking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debunking.md), initiative ### No Agenda Mission, Media Assassination Strategy - **Episode:** [135: Google Wave Invite](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/135-google-wave-invite.md) - **Published:** 2009-10-01 - **Time:** 1:12:40–1:15:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/135-google-wave-invite/chapter/no-agenda-mission-media-assassination-strategy.md The hosts reiterate the mission of the No Agenda show: to deconstruct mainstream media narratives and expose the "matrix" of misinformation. They describe their process as aggregating high-quality reporting and debunking propagandistic entertainment like CSI to provide an alternative to partisan outlets like Rush Limbaugh or Glenn Beck. 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