# Disinformation on The No Agenda Show

Disinformation comes up in 162 chapters across 142 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2007 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 162
- **Episodes:** 142
- **Discussed:** December 2007 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [Facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [Hunter Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [Nina Jankowicz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nina-jankowicz.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 162

### Christiane Amanpour Departure and Russian Disinformation Claims

- **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-22
- **Time:** 1:09:08–1:13:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/christiane-amanpour-departure-and-russian-disinformation-claims.md

Christiane Amanpour announced her departure from CNN after 43 years, following a similar move by Kara Swisher. Meanwhile, the NGO Alliance for Europe released a report claiming that Russian actors used the "Doppelganger" network to inflame the French riots online. President Macron criticized foreign leaders for using AI-generated images to cast blame on migrants and Islam.

Keywords: [christiane amanpour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christiane-amanpour.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md)

### Hollywood Producers Discuss Military Disinformation and Disclosure

- **Episode:** [1859: Splashdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1859-splashdown.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-12
- **Time:** 2:03:21–2:10:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1859-splashdown/chapter/hollywood-producers-discuss-military-disinformation-and-disclosure.md

In their new podcast, Bryce Zabel and Brent Friedman debated whether their past interactions with alleged government officials were part of a genuine disclosure effort or a military disinformation campaign. They noted that the term "disclosure" has become a specific code word used in both government reports and Hollywood productions. The discussion concluded that the government has used entertainment as a tool for psychological operations and military marketing since the D-Day era.

Keywords: bryce zabel, brent friedman, [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [disclosure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disclosure.md), majestic 12

### DARPA Social Network Experiments, AI Bot Campaigns

- **Episode:** [1856: CIS Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-02
- **Time:** 1:50:42–1:55:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar/chapter/darpa-social-network-experiments-ai-bot-campaigns.md

Historical claims suggest DARPA experimented with social networks as early as the CompuServe era to study human manipulation. Modern researchers warn that networks of "AI agents" can now coordinate disinformation campaigns that are much harder to detect than traditional bots. These agents can simulate real conversations and plan strategies together to shift public opinion during elections.

Keywords: [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), steve pachinik, [ai agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-agents.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), x, [bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md)

### Digital Currency Modernization Act, AI Video Hoax

- **Episode:** [1843: Token Muncher](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-15
- **Time:** 1:14:07–1:16:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher/chapter/digital-currency-modernization-act-ai-video-hoax.md

AI-generated videos are circulating online claiming that Donald Trump quietly signed a "Digital Currency Modernization Act" to restrict cash and financial freedom. The hosts identify these videos as complete fabrications, noting that no such law exists. They warn that even their own listeners are being fooled by these sophisticated AI-driven disinformation campaigns.

Keywords: digital currency modernization act, [ai video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-video.md), financial privacy, [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md)

### COP30 Climate Summit in Brazil

- **Episode:** [1815: Attunement](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1815-attunement.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-09
- **Time:** 55:49–58:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1815-attunement/chapter/cop30-climate-summit-in-brazil.md

The UN's COP30 climate summit opened in the Brazilian Amazon with President Lula da Silva and French President Emmanuel Macron targeting "climate disinformation" as a primary threat. Notable absences included leaders from the world's largest polluters—the US, China, and India—as Donald Trump refused to send a delegation. The summit focuses on the 1.5-degree Celsius warming limit established in the 2015 Paris Agreement.

Keywords: [cop30](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop30.md), [lula da silva](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lula-da-silva.md), [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md)

### Ursula von der Leyen Global Health Initiative

- **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-11
- **Time:** 1:50:32–1:53:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/ursula-von-der-leyen-global-health-initiative.md

Ursula von der Leyen revealed her background as a trained medical doctor while announcing a new "Global Health Resilience Initiative" for the European Union. The initiative aims to combat vaccine disinformation regarding diseases like measles and polio. The hosts express surprise at her medical credentials and link them to her close relationship with the pharmaceutical industry.

Keywords: [ursula von der leyen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ursula-von-der-leyen.md), medical doctor, [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), global health resilience initiative, [measles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/measles.md), [polio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polio.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md)

### European Media Freedom Act and Journalist Surveillance

- **Episode:** [1790: Florida Ounce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-14
- **Time:** 1:50:28–1:52:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce/chapter/european-media-freedom-act-and-journalist-surveillance.md

The European Media Freedom Act, which became law on August 8, is criticized for containing provisions that allow for the arrest and surveillance of journalists. Authorities can invoke "overriding reasons in the general interest," such as combating disinformation, to bypass reporter protections. Critics argue the law's name is deceptive and represents a move toward state-sanctioned censorship.

Keywords: [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), media freedom act, [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

### Social Media Bot Flooding, Barack Obama Cyber Speech

- **Episode:** [1785: Mackerels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-27
- **Time:** 1:19:51–1:24:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels/chapter/social-media-bot-flooding-barack-obama-cyber-speech.md

Social media platforms are increasingly flooded with bot accounts used by intelligence agencies to massage public narratives. A 2022 speech by Barack Obama at Harvard is cited as a description of the "Cloward-Piven" strategy for the digital age, where the public square is flooded with "raw sewage" to destroy trust in institutions.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md), x, [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md)

### Peter Hotez, Vaccine Confidence, Podcast Criticism

- **Episode:** [1766: Cinematic Ambush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-22
- **Time:** 49:35–57:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush/chapter/peter-hotez-vaccine-confidence-podcast-criticism.md

Dr. Peter Hotez expressed concern over the FDA's decision to limit universal vaccine recommendations, arguing that the impact of "long COVID" is being ignored. Hotez blamed "conspiracy podcasts" and "anti-vaccine activism" on cable news for undermining public confidence in vaccine safety. He suggested that the removal of such "disinformation" is necessary to restore trust in public health institutions.

Keywords: [peter hotez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-hotez.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [long covid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/long-covid.md), [blue sky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-sky.md), [podcasts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasts.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md)

### European Grid Blackout and Renewable Energy Debate

- **Episode:** [1761: News Desert](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1761-news-desert.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-04
- **Time:** 59:25–1:04:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1761-news-desert/chapter/european-grid-blackout-and-renewable-energy-debate.md

The European Commission addressed a major power outage, dismissing claims of a cyberattack as disinformation. While officials insist the grid can handle high volumes of renewable energy, reports suggest the loss of 15 gigawatts from France caused the system to fluctuate and shut down. Alternative theories involving magnetic pole shifts are also mentioned as circulating online.

Keywords: [blackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackout.md), [renewable energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renewable-energy.md), paula pinho, [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), magnetic pole shift

### Trump-Zelensky Conflict, Missing Funds, and Rare Earth Minerals

- **Episode:** [1740: DOGE-CAM](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-20
- **Time:** 53:37–56:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam/chapter/trump-zelensky-conflict-missing-funds-and-rare-earth-minerals.md

Donald Trump criticized President Zelensky on social media, labeling him a "dictator" and questioning the location of missing US aid funds. Tensions escalated over Zelensky's 4% approval rating claims and a failed meeting between Scott Bessent and Ukrainian leadership regarding mineral rights.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [scott bessent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-bessent.md)

### WEF Global Risk Report, Misinformation and News Agency Trust

- **Episode:** [1732: Sig Hale](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1732-sig-hale.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-23
- **Time:** 13:14–17:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1732-sig-hale/chapter/wef-global-risk-report-misinformation-and-news-agency-trust.md

The World Economic Forum identifies misinformation and disinformation as the primary short-term risks to global stability over the next two years. The annual Global Risk Report suggests that false content harms the geopolitical environment and influences voter intentions. Experts cited in the report recommend that citizens rely on well-established news agencies to combat societal polarization and poor-quality content.

Keywords: [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), [misinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misinformation.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), global risk report, news agencies

### European Union Conflict with Meta Over Censorship

- **Episode:** [1728: Hatchet Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1728-hatchet-man.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-09
- **Time:** 1:03:35–1:05:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1728-hatchet-man/chapter/european-union-conflict-with-meta-over-censorship.md

The European Commission refutes claims of censorship while insisting that Meta must mitigate "systemic risks" such as disinformation. The EU expresses concern over Meta's plan to replace independent fact-checkers with a community notes system, arguing it may remove necessary safeguards for democracy.

Keywords: [european commission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-commission.md), [digital services act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-services-act.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), community notes, [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md)

### Podcast Disinformation, Sarah Adams Terror Predictions

- **Episode:** [1727: Sideshow Bob](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1727-sideshow-bob.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-05
- **Time:** 29:06–34:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1727-sideshow-bob/chapter/podcast-disinformation-sarah-adams-terror-predictions.md

Former intelligence officials and military personnel are noted for moving from cable news to podcasts to spread what is characterized as unverified disinformation. Sarah Adams, a former CIA targeter, predicted a "bloody 2025" involving multiple coordinated terror attacks in the U.S. and Europe. These narratives often focus on "invisible bombs" and sleeper cells to create fear during the new administration's confirmation hearings.

Keywords: sarah adams, [sean ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-ryan.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [sleeper cells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sleeper-cells.md), 2025 predictions

### Disinformation Claims, German Political Fallout

- **Episode:** [1723: Quademic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1723-quademic.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-22
- **Time:** 1:14:07–1:17:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1723-quademic/chapter/disinformation-claims-german-political-fallout.md

Some counterterrorism experts suggest the Saudi warnings were part of a disinformation campaign to blacken the suspect's name because he was a dissident. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser has referred to the suspect's social media posts as "Islamophobic." The attack has fueled intense debate over immigration and security ahead of the February national elections in Germany.

Keywords: [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [afd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afd.md), [islamophobia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islamophobia.md)

### Masking as Social Control, Trump Election Conflict

- **Episode:** [1722: This Actually Happened!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-19
- **Time:** 58:39–1:00:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened/chapter/masking-as-social-control-trump-election-conflict.md

Critics accused President Trump of promoting disinformation by retweeting claims that masks are a form of "social death" and "slavery." The discussion suggested Trump had a conflict of interest, as universal masking made the country look "abnormal" during his re-election campaign. Analysts argued that promoting simple public health measures was being sacrificed for political optics.

Keywords: [social control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-control.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), universal masking, [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [public health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-health.md)

### Jen Psaki and White House Social Media Flagging

- **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-30
- **Time:** 17:35–21:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/jen-psaki-and-white-house-social-media-flagging.md

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki admitted that the administration is flagging "problematic" posts for Facebook to combat COVID-19 misinformation. This revelation sparked a debate about the relationship between the federal government and Silicon Valley platforms. The hosts discuss the potential for Psaki's departure from her role in 2022 and the implications of government-directed censorship.

Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [surgeon general](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surgeon-general.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md)

### Joe Biden Claims Facebook is Killing People

- **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-30
- **Time:** 21:03–26:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/joe-biden-claims-facebook-is-killing-people.md

President Joe Biden stated that social media platforms like Facebook are "killing people" by allowing vaccine misinformation to spread. The hosts debate whether Biden's comment was a cognitive slip or a deliberate attack on the platform. They analyze the context of the "disinformation dozen" and the administration's frustration with missing vaccination targets.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [misinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misinformation.md), [disinformation dozen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation-dozen.md), [press conference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-conference.md)

### John Kirby, PBS Interview on Sophisticated Russian Propaganda

- **Episode:** [1692: Salted Ducks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-05
- **Time:** 16:25–32:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks/chapter/john-kirby-pbs-interview-on-sophisticated-russian-propaganda.md

Retired Rear Admiral John Kirby appeared on PBS to discuss the sophistication of Russian disinformation campaigns aimed at undermining support for Ukraine. Kirby emphasized that the Kremlin-funded efforts used AI and fictional personas to reduce international support for the war. The discussion highlights the government's coordination with tech companies to monitor and disrupt these foreign influence operations.

Keywords: [john kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [merrick garland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merrick-garland.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md)

### Jen Psaki Defense of Harris and Slurred Speech

- **Episode:** [1681: Daddy Long Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-28
- **Time:** 38:19–40:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs/chapter/jen-psaki-defense-of-harris-and-slurred-speech.md

Jen Psaki defends Kamala Harris's qualifications, dismissing criticisms of her record as "disinformation." However, Psaki's delivery is scrutinized for slurred speech, specifically her pronunciation of "Vice President of the United States" as "Rice President of the United Steaks." The segment suggests Psaki may have been intoxicated during the broadcast.

Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [slurred speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slurred-speech.md)

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