# Donald Gregg on The No Agenda Show Donald Gregg comes up in 23 chapters across 20 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2008 to January 2019. - **Chapters:** 23 - **Episodes:** 20 - **Discussed:** June 2008 – January 2019 - **Related topics:** [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [North Korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [George H.w. Bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md), [Kim Jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [South Korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [Dennis Rodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dennis-rodman.md), [Military Industrial Complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [Pyongyang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyongyang.md), [Reunification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reunification.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 23 ### Mueller Investigation Targets, Donald Gregg, White House Scandals - **Episode:** [1107: Carbon Budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-27 - **Time:** 50:18–52:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget/chapter/mueller-investigation-targets-donald-gregg-white-house-scandals.md John Brennan hinted that future Mueller indictments could reach the "top of the organization," potentially including Trump's family members. The discussion pivots to historical scandals, mentioning Roy Cohn and a Washington Post story about Donald Gregg allegedly giving tours to gay prostitutes in the Bush White House. These anecdotes are used to illustrate how personal scandals are often used to bring down political figures. Keywords: [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md), roy cohn, [scandals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandals.md) ### Military Industrial Complex, North Korea Tourism Goals - **Episode:** [1015: Pentacon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1015-pentacon.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-11 - **Time:** 29:52–33:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1015-pentacon/chapter/military-industrial-complex-north-korea-tourism-goals.md Former Ambassador Donald Gregg and athlete Dennis Rodman are cited as having more insight into North Korea than previous administrations. The ongoing tension is framed as a benefit to the military-industrial complex, which profits from selling weapons to South Korea. Claims are made that North Korea primarily desires international recognition and tourism development, specifically skiing resorts, rather than perpetual conflict. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [dennis rodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dennis-rodman.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [chemical weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md) ### Donald Gregg, North Korea Espionage, Armistice - **Episode:** [951: Hard Forking](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/951-hard-forking.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-30 - **Time:** 1:40:35–1:44:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/951-hard-forking/chapter/donald-gregg-north-korea-espionage-armistice.md Donald Gregg, a retired CIA veteran and former Ambassador to South Korea, stated in a Time Magazine interview that North Korea represents the "longest-running failure in the history of American espionage." Gregg argued that North Korean leaders are pragmatists seeking a formal peace treaty rather than a war. He noted that Pyongyang is a functioning, modern city and suggested that the lack of direct dialogue prevents the U.S. from understanding the regime's survival-based motivations. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [pyongyang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyongyang.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md) ### Diplomatic Solutions for North and South Korea - **Episode:** [921: Bagels & Bins](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-16 - **Time:** 50:16–52:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins/chapter/diplomatic-solutions-for-north-and-south-korea.md The discussion shifts to the possibility of President Trump negotiating a peace deal to reunify North and South Korea, similar to the German model. Citing insights from Don Gregg, the hosts argue that the military-industrial complex benefits from continued tension to sell weapons to South Korea. The political vacuum following the impeachment of South Korean President Park Geun-hye complicates potential negotiations. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [don gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-gregg.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [park geun-hye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/park-geun-hye.md), [reunification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reunification.md) ### Donald Gregg's Perspective on the Iran Nuclear Deal - **Episode:** [754: Juloon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/754-juloon.md) - **Published:** 2015-09-06 - **Time:** 2:35:50–2:41:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/754-juloon/chapter/donald-gregg-s-perspective-on-the-iran-nuclear-deal.md An op-ed by former Ambassador Donald Gregg, Adam Curry's uncle, provides a historical defense of the Iran nuclear deal. Gregg outlines the history of US-Iran relations, including the 1953 coup against Mossadegh and the "Axis of Evil" speech. He argues that the deal is a major diplomatic achievement that brings a proud civilization back into the international community. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), mossadegh, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [middle east policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east-policy.md) ### Donald P. Gregg, North Korea, Kim Jong-un Execution Rumors - **Episode:** [724: Nice Fabric](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-24 - **Time:** 36:36–39:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/724-nice-fabric/chapter/donald-p-gregg-north-korea-kim-jong-un-execution-rumors.md Former Ambassador Donald P. Gregg visited Seoul to discuss Korean reunification and his book "Potshards." In a televised interview, Gregg expressed skepticism regarding sensationalist reports of Kim Jong-un executing officials via anti-aircraft guns or dogs, suggesting these rumors lack logical benefit for the North Korean leader. Gregg argues for a more nuanced understanding of North Korean internal power consolidation. Keywords: donald p gregg, [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [reunification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reunification.md) ### Donald Gregg Interview, CIA Torture Report - **Episode:** [680: Sir Thomas Nussbaum presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-21 - **Time:** 2:27:15–2:33:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents/chapter/donald-gregg-interview-cia-torture-report.md Former CIA officer and Ambassador Donald Gregg appeared on the Regional News Network to discuss the Senate Torture Report. Gregg criticized the outsourcing of interrogations to psychologists who lacked linguistic skills and cultural knowledge of Al-Qaeda. He noted that the U.S. has historically been "lousy torturers" and "bad assassins," citing failed attempts on Fidel Castro as evidence of the agency's limitations. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [torture report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/torture-report.md), [farsi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farsi.md), [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md) ### Donald Gregg, New York Times Letter on Torture - **Episode:** [678: Sir London Foley Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-14 - **Time:** 25:22–30:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents/chapter/donald-gregg-new-york-times-letter-on-torture.md Former U.S. Ambassador Donald Gregg published a letter in the New York Times criticizing the CIA's use of torture under the direction of the Bush administration. Gregg, a 31-year veteran of the CIA, argued that humane interrogation produces superior results and that the agency was forced into roles it was never intended to perform. He questioned why the United States lost faith in its traditional values following the 9/11 attacks. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), humane interrogation ### Donald Gregg, CIA Leadership and Legal Cover - **Episode:** [677: 99 Lines of Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/677-99-lines-of-code.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-11 - **Time:** 18:10–22:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/677-99-lines-of-code/chapter/donald-gregg-cia-leadership-and-legal-cover.md Former intelligence official Donald Gregg provided perspective on the CIA torture program, questioning why the agency was directed to perform these acts and who provided the legal authorization. He pointed to Attorney General Alberto Gonzales and lawyer John Yoo as figures who provided legal cover for the Bush administration's policies. Gregg suggests that the failure to prevent 9/11 led to a loss of faith in traditional crisis management. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [alberto gonzales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alberto-gonzales.md), [john yoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-yoo.md), [george tenet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-tenet.md), [bush administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bush-administration.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md) ### Donald Gregg and the New York Channel to North Korea - **Episode:** [669: Strategic Patience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-20 - **Time:** 32:10–38:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience/chapter/donald-gregg-and-the-new-york-channel-to-north-korea.md Former Ambassador Donald Gregg discusses his "offline" communication channel with North Korean officials, which he calls the New York Channel. Gregg claims he personally urged Ambassador Jang to release the American prisoners and believes the decision came directly from Kim Jong-un to mitigate international pressure regarding a UN Human Rights Report on North Korean gulags. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [council on foreign relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/council-on-foreign-relations.md), pci, gulags ### CIA Intelligence Failures and Marginalization of Donald Gregg - **Episode:** [669: Strategic Patience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-20 - **Time:** 38:24–43:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience/chapter/cia-intelligence-failures-and-marginalization-of-donald-gregg.md Donald Gregg criticizes the U.S. policy of "strategic patience" toward North Korea, calling it a continuation of the Bush administration's failures. He recounts being marginalized by Condoleezza Rice's staff in 2002 after hand-delivering a letter from Kim Jong-il, arguing that demonizing foreign leaders prevents necessary diplomatic progress. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [condoleezza rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/condoleezza-rice.md), [kim jong-il](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-il.md), strategic patience ### Totalitarian Regimes and North Korean Tourism - **Episode:** [669: Strategic Patience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-20 - **Time:** 47:03–51:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience/chapter/totalitarian-regimes-and-north-korean-tourism.md Donald Gregg compares North Korea to other totalitarian regimes that only change when it is in their self-interest. The hosts speculate on North Korea's interest in becoming a tourist destination and question why specific individuals, like the basketball trip organizers, were detained in the first place. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [tourism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tourism.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), pci ### Donald Gregg Memoir, Pot Shards - **Episode:** [644: Why Why Not](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/644-why-why-not.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-17 - **Time:** 43:45–47:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/644-why-why-not/chapter/donald-gregg-memoir-pot-shards.md The memoir "Pot Shards" by former CIA Station Chief and Ambassador Donald Gregg is discussed. The book covers Gregg's career in the White House and his time as a National Security Advisor to George H.W. Bush. The hosts mention the CIA's vetting process for the book and the difficulty Gregg faced in finding a major publisher for his perspectives on North Korea and Japan. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md) ### North Korea Diplomacy, Zbigniew Brzezinski Anecdote - **Episode:** [644: Why Why Not](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/644-why-why-not.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-17 - **Time:** 47:14–53:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/644-why-why-not/chapter/north-korea-diplomacy-zbigniew-brzezinski-anecdote.md Donald Gregg's views on North Korea are detailed, emphasizing his belief that the country desires peace and international trade rather than villainization. An anecdote is shared about Gregg and his wife defeating Zbigniew Brzezinski in a tennis match, which allegedly led to a decades-long grudge. Gregg expresses a desire to appear on "Morning Joe" to discuss foreign policy with Brzezinski. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [zbigniew brzezinski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zbigniew-brzezinski.md), [morning joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-joe.md), [brookings institution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brookings-institution.md) ### Donald P. Gregg and the Book Pot Shards - **Episode:** [642: Walking Bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-10 - **Time:** 1:50:09–1:55:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/donald-p-gregg-and-the-book-pot-shards.md A preview of the book "Pot Shards" by Donald P. Gregg, a former US Ambassador to South Korea and CIA official. The host plans to have the book autographed at a family reunion and discusses Gregg's history as a "feared man" in North Korea and his controversial ties to the Iran-Contra scandal and Felix Rodriguez. Keywords: donald p. gregg, pot shards, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [iran-contra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-contra.md) ### Donald Gregg, North Korea Visit, and Pacific Century Institute - **Episode:** [591: Mipster Intercept](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/591-mipster-intercept.md) - **Published:** 2014-02-13 - **Time:** 8:12–13:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/591-mipster-intercept/chapter/donald-gregg-north-korea-visit-and-pacific-century-institute.md Former Ambassador Donald Gregg, a retired CIA official and former National Security Advisor to George H.W. Bush, arrived in Pyongyang on an unsanctioned mission with the Pacific Century Institute. While the State Department distanced itself from the trip, speculation suggests the visit aimed to negotiate the release of detained American Kenneth Bae. The discussion details Gregg's extensive intelligence background in Asia and his family connections to the podcast hosts. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [pyongyang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyongyang.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), pacific century institute, [kenneth bae](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenneth-bae.md) ### Donald Gregg, Dennis Rodman, North Korea Diplomacy - **Episode:** [581: Message from the Future](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/581-message-from-the-future.md) - **Published:** 2014-01-09 - **Time:** 35:35–44:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/581-message-from-the-future/chapter/donald-gregg-dennis-rodman-north-korea-diplomacy.md Adam Curry discusses his uncle, former Ambassador Donald Gregg, and his views on North Korea. The segment covers Dennis Rodman's controversial visit to the country and the media's portrayal of the regime. The incarceration of Kenneth Bay is mentioned as a counterpoint to Rodman's claims of a "blank slate" for diplomacy. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [dennis rodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dennis-rodman.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), kenneth bay, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md) ### Donald Gregg, North Korea Peace Treaty Proposal - **Episode:** [496: Shoot Look Shoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot.md) - **Published:** 2013-03-17 - **Time:** 14:51–18:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot/chapter/donald-gregg-north-korea-peace-treaty-proposal.md Former Ambassador Donald Gregg appeared on Fareed Zakaria's program to discuss his recent visit to South Korea. Gregg reports that North Korean leadership has shifted control to the military and is seeking a formal peace treaty to replace the 1953 armistice. He argues that the US insistence on denuclearization before talks is a failed policy. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [fareed zakaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fareed-zakaria.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [peace treaty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peace-treaty.md), [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md) ### Donald P. Gregg, Email Security Incident - **Episode:** [461: No-Stray Spray](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/461-no-stray-spray.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-15 - **Time:** 1:15:05–1:20:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/461-no-stray-spray/chapter/donald-p-gregg-email-security-incident.md One host recounts helping former Ambassador and CIA station chief Donald P. Gregg and his wife Meg resolve an email hacking incident. The story details the process of providing remote technical support to the 84-year-old statesman. Keywords: [donald gregg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-gregg.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md), [tech support](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-support.md) ### Christina Curry Passport Issues, Uncle Don Advice - **Episode:** [439: Struggling Masses](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/439-struggling-masses.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-30 - **Time:** 15:59–19:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/439-struggling-masses/chapter/christina-curry-passport-issues-uncle-don-advice.md Christina Curry is facing significant bureaucratic hurdles in replacing a stolen passport because she lacks the required secondary photo identification. 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