# Electronic Warfare on The No Agenda Show

Electronic Warfare comes up in 20 chapters across 19 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2009 to March 2026.

- **Chapters:** 20
- **Episodes:** 19
- **Discussed:** March 2009 – March 2026
- **Related topics:** [Drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [Eric Schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), [Nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [F-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md), [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Airbus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airbus.md), [Al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [Associated Press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 20

### Anti-Drone Technology, Disaster Tech Lab Mesh Networks

- **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-12
- **Time:** 32:14–35:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/anti-drone-technology-disaster-tech-lab-mesh-networks.md

A representative from the non-profit Disaster Tech Lab discusses the efficacy of anti-drone technology in Europe and the deployment of mesh networks during crises. The FBI continues to monitor "aspirational" threats of drone usage by sympathetic actors within the United States.

Keywords: disaster tech lab, [mesh networks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mesh-networks.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md)

### Drone Warfare Technology and Banker Wars

- **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-11
- **Time:** 1:21:55–1:27:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/drone-warfare-technology-and-banker-wars.md

The hosts discuss the evolution of drone technology and the potential for electronic espionage to take control of enemy aircraft. The conversation turns to the historical theory that major wars are often "banker wars" used to reset global debt. They explore the idea of a "war reset" as a solution to modern financial deficits and the role of the military-industrial complex.

Keywords: [eric schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), shaheed, [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [military-industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [great reset](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/great-reset.md), [stablecoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stablecoin.md), [world war i](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-i.md)

### Evolution of Modern Warfare and Drone Technology

- **Episode:** [1750: SPLESH!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1750-splesh.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-27
- **Time:** 1:38:55–1:46:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1750-splesh/chapter/evolution-of-modern-warfare-and-drone-technology.md

Military analysts observe that the conflict in Ukraine has shifted the focus of modern warfare from traditional heavy armor and artillery to cheap drone technology and electronic warfare. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has been a vocal proponent of this transition, emphasizing the need for rapid industrial adaptation. European nations are currently attempting to reconfigure civilian factories for dual-use military production to keep pace with these technological shifts.

Keywords: [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [eric schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), military production

### Electronic Warfare and Russian Missile Suppression in Ukraine

- **Episode:** [1625: Call me Bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1625-call-me-bill.md)
- **Published:** 2024-01-14
- **Time:** 8:43–10:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1625-call-me-bill/chapter/electronic-warfare-and-russian-missile-suppression-in-ukraine.md

Defense analyst Marina Miron from King's College London explains the role of electronic warfare in the Ukraine conflict, noting that Russia specializes in electromagnetic spectrum operations to confuse missile guidance systems. Ukraine has reportedly captured Russian EW systems for NATO study while attempting to develop indigenous technology. The discussion highlights Ukraine's current lack of air defense and the sensitivity of Western EW technology.

Keywords: [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), marina miron, king's college london, [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), radar jamming, [missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missiles.md)

### Ukraine Reconstruction Investment, Drone Warfare and Cardboard Drones

- **Episode:** [1596: Flagger](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1596-flagger.md)
- **Published:** 2023-10-05
- **Time:** 2:42:34–2:50:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1596-flagger/chapter/ukraine-reconstruction-investment-drone-warfare-and-cardboard-drones.md

A lobbyist report suggests that $400 billion in worldwide investment is planned for the reconstruction of Ukraine, with $100 billion backed by U.S. taxpayers. On the battlefield, Ukraine is reportedly losing 10,000 small drones per month due to Russian electronic warfare. The use of Australian-made SYPAQ "corrugated cardboard" drones is highlighted as a low-cost solution for delivering explosives and identifying targets.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [reconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reconstruction.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), sypaq, [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

### Ukrainian Soldier Surrenders via Volga Radio Frequency

- **Episode:** [1594: Gene Jock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1594-gene-jock.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-29
- **Time:** 31:40–33:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1594-gene-jock/chapter/ukrainian-soldier-surrenders-via-volga-radio-frequency.md

Reports indicate that approximately 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers have used the designated "Volga" radio frequency (149.200 MHz) to surrender to Russian forces. The soldiers reportedly use inexpensive Baofeng radios to coordinate their surrender. This trend supports claims of low morale and high attrition rates within the Ukrainian military ranks despite official narratives of progress.

Keywords: volga frequency, surrender, [baofeng](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baofeng.md), russian army, [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

### Eric Schmidt, Drone Warfare and Military Startups

- **Episode:** [1575: Numbers Station](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1575-numbers-station.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-23
- **Time:** 1:18:26–1:24:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1575-numbers-station/chapter/eric-schmidt-drone-warfare-and-military-startups.md

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt discusses the transformation of modern combat through low-cost drone warfare in Ukraine. Schmidt highlights the use of $400 kamikaze drones and the need for "cruise missile drones" to bypass Russian electronic jamming. He advocates for a decentralized "startup" model for military innovation, involving dozens of small companies rather than traditional defense contractors.

Keywords: [eric schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), [fareed zakaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fareed-zakaria.md), kamikaze drones, [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md)

### F-16 Fighter Jets, Ukraine Military Balance

- **Episode:** [1560: Connectionism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1560-connectionism.md)
- **Published:** 2023-06-01
- **Time:** 30:30–32:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1560-connectionism/chapter/f-16-fighter-jets-ukraine-military-balance.md

Military analysts suggest that providing F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine may not decisively tip the balance of power due to intact Russian air defenses. Effective use of these platforms requires a complex suite of surveillance and electronic warfare support that is currently lacking. The jets are viewed more as a symbolic threshold of Western aid rather than an immediate "silver bullet" for the conflict.

Keywords: [f-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md), russian air defenses, [military aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-aid.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), sam bennett

### Anti-Drone Technology, Directed Energy Weapons

- **Episode:** [1477: Hunger Stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones.md)
- **Published:** 2022-08-14
- **Time:** 2:15:51–2:19:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/anti-drone-technology-directed-energy-weapons.md

Footage from Ukraine shows soldiers using portable anti-drone devices that utilize GPS jamming and directed energy to disable tactical drones. These tools have become essential in the "drone war" to counter the high frequency of aerial surveillance and attacks.

Keywords: [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [gps jamming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gps-jamming.md)

### Smith-Mundt Act, Army Propaganda Exercises

- **Episode:** [1443: Elon Sandwich](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1443-elon-sandwich.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-17
- **Time:** 1:25:43–1:28:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1443-elon-sandwich/chapter/smith-mundt-act-army-propaganda-exercises.md

The U.S. Army is conducting exercises at Fort Irwin to train troops in responding to Russian propaganda and electronic warfare. The discussion touches on the Smith-Mundt Act of 1948 and its subsequent modernization, which critics argue allows the U.S. government to more easily propagandize its own citizens via the internet.

Keywords: [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), fort irwin, [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md)

### Project Nemesis, Navy UFO Sightings

- **Episode:** [1351: Bug Appetit!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1351-bug-appetit.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-01
- **Time:** 2:34:42–2:38:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1351-bug-appetit/chapter/project-nemesis-navy-ufo-sightings.md

The discussion of recent Navy UFO sightings pivots to "Project Nemesis," a sophisticated electronic warfare system capable of spoofing radar and sensors. A former Marine pilot on ABC suggests that while the data is intriguing, the US government is likely incapable of maintaining a complex alien conspiracy. The hosts view the UFO narrative as a distraction or entertainment.

Keywords: [project nemesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/project-nemesis.md), [ufo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ufo.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

### Israeli F-16 Shot Down and Iranian Drone Bases

- **Episode:** [1007: Tactical Frustration](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1007-tactical-frustration.md)
- **Published:** 2018-02-11
- **Time:** 1:44:46–1:49:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1007-tactical-frustration/chapter/israeli-f-16-shot-down-and-iranian-drone-bases.md

An Israeli F-16 was shot down by Syrian air defenses following strikes on what Israel claimed were Iranian drone bases. This marks a significant escalation in the region, with Israel warning that Iran is dragging the area into a dangerous conflict. The hosts question the narrative regarding the number of drone bases and suggest the incident may be related to securing disputed resource-rich territories like the Golan Heights.

Keywords: [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [f-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md), iranian drone, [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

### Russian Military Might and the 2013 Syria Strike

- **Episode:** [716: The Portal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/716-the-portal.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-26
- **Time:** 2:50:48–2:55:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/716-the-portal/chapter/russian-military-might-and-the-2013-syria-strike.md

A report from "Australian Voice" suggests that the planned 2013 U.S. airstrikes on Syria were aborted because Russian electronic warfare and naval defenses successfully jammed or intercepted initial Tomahawk missiles. This secret military failure purportedly shifted the geopolitical balance, leading to the subsequent conflict in Ukraine. The narrative claims the West's hostility toward Putin stems from this demonstration of Russian military superiority.

Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

### Electronic Warfare Exercises, Radar Spoofing, Scrubbed Reports

- **Episode:** [650: Summer of Blood](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/650-summer-of-blood.md)
- **Published:** 2014-09-07
- **Time:** 1:42:56–1:49:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/650-summer-of-blood/chapter/electronic-warfare-exercises-radar-spoofing-scrubbed-reports.md

A theory is presented regarding the MH17 disaster involving electronic warfare exercises (NuFIP) that took place in June 2014, which caused planes to vanish from European radar screens. The hosts claim that reports on these exercises have been scrubbed from sites like Reuters and The Guardian, suggesting a cover-up of technology that could have been used to spoof radar and paint the Malaysian airliner as a military target.

Keywords: [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), radar spoofing, [the guardian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-guardian.md), [reuters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reuters.md), [mh17](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mh17.md)

### NATO Electronic Warfare Exercises and Radar Spoofing Theory

- **Episode:** [636: Appification Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/636-appification-generation.md)
- **Published:** 2014-07-20
- **Time:** 1:06:08–1:17:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/636-appification-generation/chapter/nato-electronic-warfare-exercises-and-radar-spoofing-theory.md

A detailed theory is presented linking the MH17 downing to NATO Electronic Warfare Force Integration Period (NUFIP) exercises held in early June. The hosts suggest that radar outages in Europe during that time were related to training for jamming and spoofing civilian transponders. They propose a scenario where a military jet shadowed MH17, spoofing its signal to trick ground-based missile operators into firing on what appeared to be a military target.

Keywords: nufip, [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), radar jamming, [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md), [hungary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hungary.md)

### No Agenda Executive Producer Donations and Karma

- **Episode:** [636: Appification Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/636-appification-generation.md)
- **Published:** 2014-07-20
- **Time:** 1:32:58–1:40:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/636-appification-generation/chapter/no-agenda-executive-producer-donations-and-karma.md

The hosts acknowledge high-value donations from producers Daniel Horowitz and Grand Duke Sir David Foley. Horowitz's contribution of $333.33 is noted alongside his project building a custom Porsche 944 battery car to race against Teslas. Sir David Foley's donation of $333.33 from the road prompts a discussion on "EW" (Electronic Warfare) and the quality of the day's MH17 analysis.

Keywords: daniel horowitz, [david foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-foley.md), porsche 944, [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

### Joe Biden 2006 Surveillance Criticism, Electronic Warfare Degrees

- **Episode:** [521: Techno Boondoggle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/521-techno-boondoggle.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-13
- **Time:** 34:26–37:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/521-techno-boondoggle/chapter/joe-biden-2006-surveillance-criticism-electronic-warfare-degrees.md

A 2006 clip of then-Senator Joe Biden shows him criticizing the George W. Bush administration's surveillance patterns as "intrusive" and unrelated to Al-Qaeda. Additionally, General Keith Alexander's academic credentials from Boston University in 1978 are questioned, specifically the existence of a Master's degree in "electronic warfare" during that era.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [keith alexander](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keith-alexander.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [boston university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-university.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md)

### Al-Qaeda Drone Defense Memo and Media Trivialization

- **Episode:** [490: Add Bacon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/490-add-bacon.md)
- **Published:** 2013-02-24
- **Time:** 23:32–29:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/490-add-bacon/chapter/al-qaeda-drone-defense-memo-and-media-trivialization.md

The Associated Press and CNN reported on a 22-point tip sheet found in Mali detailing how Al-Qaeda militants avoid drone strikes. While mainstream media focused on low-tech suggestions like hiding under trees or using mannequins, the actual document includes sophisticated electronic warfare tactics. These include using SkyGrabber devices to intercept unencrypted video feeds and Russian-made jamming equipment.

Keywords: [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), skygrabber, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [associated press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), [mali](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mali.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

### Modern Warfare, Smart Grid Vulnerabilities

- **Episode:** [87: Knights of the No Agenda Armory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/87-knights-of-the-no-agenda-armory.md)
- **Published:** 2009-04-08
- **Time:** 47:03–50:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/87-knights-of-the-no-agenda-armory/chapter/modern-warfare-smart-grid-vulnerabilities.md

The conversation continues regarding the primitive nature of modern warfare despite the existence of advanced electronic weaponry. The hosts criticize the push for a "smart grid," arguing it creates more vulnerabilities for hackers and EMP attacks than the current "dumb" grid. They suggest the smart grid initiative is driven more by climate change memes than actual infrastructure security.

Keywords: [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [smart grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smart-grid.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md), [military technology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-technology.md)

### Iridium Satellite Network, Global Navigation Warfare Theory

- **Episode:** [76: Iridium Fluoride Marijuana and Pelosi's Puppies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/76-iridium-fluoride-marijuana-and-pelosi-s-puppies.md)
- **Published:** 2009-03-01
- **Time:** 41:45–45:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/76-iridium-fluoride-marijuana-and-pelosi-s-puppies/chapter/iridium-satellite-network-global-navigation-warfare-theory.md

A theory is presented regarding a "full-scale war" between global factions involving satellite collisions and submarine accidents. The Iridium satellite network is identified as a key military-linked infrastructure providing tracking and guidance for commercial aircraft like the Boeing 737-800. The crash of a Turkish Airlines flight in Amsterdam, which carried four Boeing engineers, is suggested as a potential act of industrial or electronic sabotage.

Keywords: [iridium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iridium.md), [satellite collision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellite-collision.md), [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [airbus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airbus.md), [turkish airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkish-airlines.md), [electronic warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electronic-warfare.md)

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