# Election Cycle on The No Agenda Show Election Cycle comes up in 11 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2008 to February 2024. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** July 2008 – February 2024 - **Related topics:** [Mitt Romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [Economic Cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-cycle.md), [2012 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2012-election.md), [2016 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2016-election.md), [Andrea Mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [Black Community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-community.md), [Campaign Finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### American Revivalism, Political Cycle Theory - **Episode:** [1637: LIE-DAR](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1637-lie-dar.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-26 - **Time:** 1:07:52–1:10:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1637-lie-dar/chapter/american-revivalism-political-cycle-theory.md A discussion on historical cycles suggests that America may be overdue for a major religious revival similar to those seen in the 1800s. Some analysts believe the current aggressive secularism and media attacks on faith will eventually trigger a massive cultural backfire. There is also a theory that some Democrats may actually want a Trump victory to avoid being blamed for an impending economic collapse under the Biden administration. Keywords: religious revival, political cycles, 1800s history, [election rigging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-rigging.md), democratic strategy ### Burgess Owens on Political Playbooks and Black Prosperity - **Episode:** [1249: KBALL One](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1249-kball-one.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-11 - **Time:** 1:10:05–1:12:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1249-kball-one/chapter/burgess-owens-on-political-playbooks-and-black-prosperity.md Congressional candidate Burgess Owens claims that the Democratic Party uses a recurring "playbook" to incite chaos and fear during election years. Owens highlights the record-low unemployment rates for black and Hispanic Americans achieved prior to the pandemic as evidence of progress that is often ignored by political activists. Google Ngram data is cited to show how the "Black Lives Matter" meme spikes predictably every four years. Keywords: burgess owens, [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [black community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-community.md), [election cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-cycle.md), ngrams ### Andrea Mitchell, NBC News, Mein Kampf Translation - **Episode:** [881: Ant Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/881-ant-wars.md) - **Published:** 2016-11-27 - **Time:** 20:37–22:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/881-ant-wars/chapter/andrea-mitchell-nbc-news-mein-kampf-translation.md Andrea Mitchell reports on white supremacist support for Donald Trump, specifically referencing a "Heil Victory" meeting. She provides a translation of "my struggle" as "Mein Kampf" to link the movement to Nazi ideology. Keywords: [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [mein kampf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mein-kampf.md), [white supremacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-supremacy.md), [election cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-cycle.md) ### 2016 Election Cycle, Economic Collapse Theory, Show Outro - **Episode:** [732: Psych!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/732-psych.md) - **Published:** 2015-06-21 - **Time:** 2:54:52–3:00:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/732-psych/chapter/2016-election-cycle-economic-collapse-theory-show-outro.md The hosts conclude the episode with a prediction that the 2016 election winner will be a one-term president due to an impending economic collapse similar to 1857. They suggest that a "great" president, possibly Trump, will emerge in the 2020 cycle, following historical 40-year patterns. The show signs off with a montage of "bomb them" clips and a final reminder to support the show via Dvorak.org/NA. Keywords: [2016 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2016-election.md), [economic collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-collapse.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md), [cycle theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cycle-theory.md), [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md) ### ISIS vs Ebola, Political Narrative Shifts - **Episode:** [661: Speciesism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/661-speciesism.md) - **Published:** 2014-10-16 - **Time:** 42:10–44:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/661-speciesism/chapter/isis-vs-ebola-political-narrative-shifts.md Political strategists appear to be shifting focus from the ISIS threat to the Ebola crisis as the primary narrative for the 2014 elections. While the ISIS threat is perceived as distant, Ebola is framed as a "backyard" issue that more effectively triggers voter anxiety. Comparisons are drawn between the single US Ebola death and the tens of thousands of annual deaths caused by the flu and car accidents. Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [isil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isil.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), [political strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-strategy.md), [flu deaths](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flu-deaths.md), [election cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-cycle.md) ### Political Fundraising Scam, Election Polling Manipulation - **Episode:** [459: Exactly Similar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/459-exactly-similar.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-08 - **Time:** 41:21–43:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/459-exactly-similar/chapter/political-fundraising-scam-election-polling-manipulation.md The 2012 election is characterized as a financial operation designed to maximize contributions by maintaining the appearance of a close race. While Nate Silver's models showed a consistent Obama lead, media outlets and pollsters allegedly suppressed this reality to continue "soaking" donors for $30,000-a-plate dinners. Keywords: [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [nate silver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nate-silver.md), gallup polls, [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [election cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-cycle.md) ### 2012 Presidential Election, Economic Reset, Paul Ryan - **Episode:** [434: Tripwire](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/434-tripwire.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-12 - **Time:** 40:50–43:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/434-tripwire/chapter/2012-presidential-election-economic-reset-paul-ryan.md The selection of Paul Ryan as Mitt Romney's running mate is analyzed as a potential strategic move to lose the election. Predictions suggest a major economic dislocation will occur after 2012, making the upcoming presidential term undesirable for either party. The GOP is characterized as positioning itself for a "reset" in 2016 or 2020. Keywords: [paul ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-ryan.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [2012 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2012-election.md), [economic cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-cycle.md), [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md) ### MSNBC Coverage of Mitt Romney's Grocery List - **Episode:** [433: Hanseatic League](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/433-hanseatic-league.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-09 - **Time:** 1:23:39–1:25:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/433-hanseatic-league/chapter/msnbc-coverage-of-mitt-romney-s-grocery-list.md An MSNBC segment mocking Mitt Romney for purchasing Greek yogurt and caffeine-free Diet Coke is criticized as elitist and trivial. The hosts defend Greek yogurt as a quality product and use the segment to illustrate the perceived vapidity of mainstream cable news coverage during the election cycle. Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), greek yogurt, [election cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-cycle.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) ### Joan Rivers Criticizes the Two-Year Election Cycle - **Episode:** [417: Cyber 9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/417-cyber-9-11.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-14 - **Time:** 50:28–52:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/417-cyber-9-11/chapter/joan-rivers-criticizes-the-two-year-election-cycle.md Comedian Joan Rivers appeared on CNN to promote her book and criticized the length of the American presidential campaign. Rivers compared the two-year U.S. cycle unfavorably to the six-week parliamentary system in England. She also expressed disdain for the high costs of political fundraisers, specifically mentioning a $40,000-per-plate dinner attended by President Obama. Keywords: [joan rivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joan-rivers.md), [david letterman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-letterman.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [election cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-cycle.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md) ### Local Elections, Healthcare Bill, Media Distraction - **Episode:** [166: Monica Crowley's Stilettos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/166-monica-crowley-s-stilettos.md) - **Published:** 2010-01-17 - **Time:** 44:06–45:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/166-monica-crowley-s-stilettos/chapter/local-elections-healthcare-bill-media-distraction.md The intense media focus on Haiti is described as a distraction that allows the government to pass controversial legislation, such as the healthcare bill, with minimal public scrutiny. The hosts warn that local elections and significant policy changes often occur quietly while the public is preoccupied with international disasters. They urge listeners to remain diligent about domestic news during these periods. Keywords: [healthcare bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare-bill.md), [local elections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/local-elections.md), [media distraction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-distraction.md), [news cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/news-cycle.md), [legislation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legislation.md) ### Economic Cycles, John C. Dvorak Recession Book - **Episode:** [38: Down the Rabbit Hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/38-down-the-rabbit-hole.md) - **Published:** 2008-07-07 - **Time:** 3:59–5:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/38-down-the-rabbit-hole/chapter/economic-cycles-john-c-dvorak-recession-book.md John C. 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