# Digital Passport on The No Agenda Show Digital Passport comes up in 17 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2020 to November 2022. - **Chapters:** 17 - **Episodes:** 17 - **Discussed:** September 2020 – November 2022 - **Related topics:** [Ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [Vaccine Passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [Qr Codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qr-codes.md), [Vaccine Passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Digital Certificates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-certificates.md), [Digital Id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-id.md), [Excelsior Pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [New York](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md) ## Chapters 1–17 of 17 ### Digital Health Certificates, WHO Global Standards - **Episode:** [1505: Cat's Paw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-20 - **Time:** 27:28–30:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw/chapter/digital-health-certificates-who-global-standards.md The G20 Bali Leaders’ Declaration included a proposal for a global digital health certificate standard acknowledged by the World Health Organization (WHO). Indonesia's health minister stated that these certificates, verifying vaccination or testing status, would facilitate the movement of people and goods during future pandemics. The initiative aims to revise international health regulations to ensure global interoperability of digital health IDs. Keywords: [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [digital health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-health.md), [indonesia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indonesia.md), [pandemic response](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandemic-response.md) ### Germany CoronaVonApp, Vaccine Passport Color Coding - **Episode:** [1478: Flexitarianism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1478-flexitarianism.md) - **Published:** 2022-08-18 - **Time:** 57:19–59:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1478-flexitarianism/chapter/germany-coronavonapp-vaccine-passport-color-coding.md German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach announced that the "CoronaVonApp" will use color-coded status indicators for citizens based on their last vaccine dose. Only those vaccinated within the last three months will be considered "freshly vaccinated" and exempt from mask requirements. This system is compared to the social credit and health code systems used in China. Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), karl lauterbach, [vaccine passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), digital tracing, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ### Naomi Wolf on Digital IDs and Social Marginalization - **Episode:** [1453: Shoehorn Event](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1453-shoehorn-event.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-22 - **Time:** 39:38–42:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1453-shoehorn-event/chapter/naomi-wolf-on-digital-ids-and-social-marginalization.md Author Naomi Wolf warns that vaccine passports are a precursor to a comprehensive digital ID system that tracks geolocation, credit history, and medical records. She compares the potential for a two-tiered society to IBM's historical role in providing punch-card technology to Nazi Germany for tracking dissidents. Keywords: [naomi wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naomi-wolf.md), [digital id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-id.md), [vaccine passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md) ### Executive Order, Time Tax, Digital Passports, 2025 - **Episode:** [1408: Booster Blitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1408-booster-blitz.md) - **Published:** 2021-12-27 - **Time:** 34:41–37:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1408-booster-blitz/chapter/executive-order-time-tax-digital-passports-2025.md President Biden signed an executive order aimed at modernizing government services and reducing the "time tax" on citizens. Critics argue this is a precursor to implementing digital passports and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) for all government interactions. While the current infrastructure may not be ready, the year 2025 is identified as a likely target for the full implementation of these digital systems. Keywords: [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), [digital passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-passport.md), time tax, [cbdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbdc.md), [2025](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2025.md) ### EU Health Union and Digital Certificate Expansion - **Episode:** [1406: Birthing Comrade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1406-birthing-comrade.md) - **Published:** 2021-12-09 - **Time:** 52:46–56:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1406-birthing-comrade/chapter/eu-health-union-and-digital-certificate-expansion.md European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is proposing a new "European Health Union" backed by 50 billion euros in investment through 2027. She praised the rapid rollout of the EU Digital COVID Certificate, which is now used by 42 countries across four continents. The discussion notes the potential conflict of interest involving her husband, Heiko von der Leyen, who works for a biopharmaceutical company involved in vaccine development. Keywords: [ursula von der leyen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ursula-von-der-leyen.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), hera, digital certificate, [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md) ### Vaccine Passports, Digital Birth Certificates, Fauci on Durability - **Episode:** [1374: Shetard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-19 - **Time:** 1:02:29–1:05:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard/chapter/vaccine-passports-digital-birth-certificates-fauci-on-durability.md The United Kingdom is reportedly exploring the integration of digital vaccination passes with digital birth certificates. Dr. Anthony Fauci discusses the potential for a three-dose regimen to become the standard for "fully vaccinated" status to ensure long-term durability. The hosts compare physical passport stamps to new digital tracking systems. Keywords: [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [digital id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-id.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md) ### Mike Yeadon Interview, Vaccine Passports and Totalitarianism - **Episode:** [1338: Forever Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-15 - **Time:** 3:05:24–3:09:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars/chapter/mike-yeadon-interview-vaccine-passports-and-totalitarianism.md Former Pfizer scientist Mike Yeadon warns that vaccine passports could be used as a tool for totalitarian control. He suggests that a unique digital ID, potentially linked to IPv6, could be used to grant or deny privileges based on immunization status. Keywords: [mike yeadon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-yeadon.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [totalitarianism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/totalitarianism.md), [ipv6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipv6.md), [digital identity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-identity.md) ### IBM Excelsior Pass and Vaccine Passport Standards - **Episode:** [1334: Kackling Kamala](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1334-kackling-kamala.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-01 - **Time:** 36:35–40:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1334-kackling-kamala/chapter/ibm-excelsior-pass-and-vaccine-passport-standards.md The Biden administration and New York State are collaborating with private partners like IBM to develop digital vaccine certificates, such as the Excelsior Pass. While Press Secretary Jen Psaki stated there would be no federal mandate, the government is helping set standards for private sector implementation. Media reports have been criticized for falsely claiming such systems are already fully operational across Europe to normalize their adoption in the U.S. Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [vaccine passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), [digital certificates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-certificates.md) ### New York Excelsior Pass, IBM Tracking History - **Episode:** [1333: Vaxxhole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1333-vaxxhole.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-28 - **Time:** 56:40–58:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1333-vaxxhole/chapter/new-york-excelsior-pass-ibm-tracking-history.md New York State has launched the "Excelsior Pass," a digital platform developed with IBM to verify vaccination status or negative test results for entry into venues. Critics point to IBM's historical involvement in human tracking technologies as a cause for concern regarding the privacy and civil liberties implications of the app. Keywords: [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [qr codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qr-codes.md), digital passports ### IBM and the Development of Vaccine Passports - **Episode:** [1327: China Chopper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1327-china-chopper.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-07 - **Time:** 1:31:30–1:35:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1327-china-chopper/chapter/ibm-and-the-development-of-vaccine-passports.md Tech analysts are discussing the implementation of digital vaccine passports for travel and concerts, with IBM emerging as a lead developer. Critics point to IBM's historical involvement in tracking populations during World War II, as documented by author Edwin Black, as a reason for concern regarding modern digital health passes. Keywords: [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [vaccine passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), [edwin black](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edwin-black.md), [qr codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qr-codes.md), [digital tracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-tracking.md) ### Digital Health Passports, AOK Pass Travel Industry - **Episode:** [1326: Freedom Bracelet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1326-freedom-bracelet.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-04 - **Time:** 1:23:13–1:26:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1326-freedom-bracelet/chapter/digital-health-passports-aok-pass-travel-industry.md The travel industry is adopting digital health passports like AOK Pass to verify COVID-19 test results and vaccination status. Airlines including JetBlue and United are testing these apps, which generate unique QR codes for travelers. The market for these services is estimated at $20 billion. Analysts suggest this system will create a tiered travel experience, incentivizing vaccination to avoid frequent testing requirements. Keywords: aok pass, digital health passport, [jetblue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jetblue.md), [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), [travel industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel-industry.md), [qr codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qr-codes.md) ### Vaccine Passports, LGBTQ COVID Risk Claims - **Episode:** [1319: Cluster Five](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1319-cluster-five.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-07 - **Time:** 14:14–16:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1319-cluster-five/chapter/vaccine-passports-lgbtq-covid-risk-claims.md The CDC released a report claiming heightened COVID-19 risks for LGBTQ Americans, a claim the hosts find scientifically questionable. Meanwhile, Australia is finalizing plans for digital vaccination certificates on mobile phones to regulate access to nursing homes and state borders. Keywords: [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), [digital certificates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-certificates.md) ### Common Pass, Digital Vaccine Passports - **Episode:** [1308: Swiss Cheese Model](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1308-swiss-cheese-model.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-10 - **Time:** 1:12:27–1:15:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1308-swiss-cheese-model/chapter/common-pass-digital-vaccine-passports.md Companies are developing "Common Pass," a digital health record that would link to a user's Apple Wallet to prove vaccination or negative COVID-19 status. The technology is intended for use at airports, concert venues, and sports stadiums. Keywords: common pass, [apple wallet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-wallet.md), [digital passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-passport.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel.md) ### Ticketmaster, Digital Health Passports and IBM - **Episode:** [1294: Ephemeral Experience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-13 - **Time:** 21:13–26:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience/chapter/ticketmaster-digital-health-passports-and-ibm.md Ticketmaster announced plans to integrate digital health verification into its ticketing process, potentially requiring fans to prove vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test via mobile apps. The system would utilize third-party health data firms like Clear and IBM to verify medical records without Ticketmaster storing the data directly. Debate persists over whether this constitutes a "vaccine passport" and if such measures are legally discriminatory or economically viable for event venues. Keywords: [ticketmaster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ticketmaster.md), [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [clear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clear.md), [health pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-pass.md), [digital passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-passport.md) ### Australia Digitizes Passenger Cards for Vaccination Tracking - **Episode:** [1287: School-ology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-23 - **Time:** 30:52–33:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology/chapter/australia-digitizes-passenger-cards-for-vaccination-tracking.md The Australian government is moving to digitize incoming passenger cards to streamline contact tracing and biosecurity data. The new digital system will eventually link authentic vaccination certificates to traveler profiles, potentially allowing those vaccinated to bypass quarantine. The system will use facial recognition on mobile devices to verify identities against passport data. Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [digital passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-passport.md), [contact tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md), [biosecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biosecurity.md), vaccination certificate ### Operation Moonshot and COVID Passports - **Episode:** [1284: Eyeballitis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1284-eyeballitis.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-09 - **Time:** 1:18:54–1:22:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1284-eyeballitis/chapter/operation-moonshot-and-covid-passports.md The UK has launched "Operation Moonshot," which includes the trial of COVID passports for international travel. The technology, trialed at Heathrow Airport and managed by the World Economic Forum, requires passengers to use an app to prove they have tested negative at an approved lab. The hosts compare this system to China's social credit and health tracking infrastructure. Keywords: operation moonshot, [digital passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-passport.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), [heathrow airport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heathrow-airport.md), [qr codes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qr-codes.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ### Abbott Labs Rapid Testing, Universal Passport App - **Episode:** [1278: Lockdown Face](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-17 - **Time:** 8:58–9:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1278-lockdown-face/chapter/abbott-labs-rapid-testing-universal-passport-app.md Abbott Labs, based north of Chicago, plans to produce 50 million rapid COVID-19 test kits per month. The company intends to release a smartphone application that provides a red or green status based on test results. 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