# Excelsior Pass on The No Agenda Show Excelsior Pass comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2021 to September 2024. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** March 2021 – September 2024 - **Related topics:** [New York](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [Bill De Blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [New York City](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [Vaccine Passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), [Ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [Vaccine Passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [Breakthrough Case](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breakthrough-case.md), [Brooklyn Nets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn-nets.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Foo Fighters Postpone Concert Due to COVID-19 - **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-30 - **Time:** 1:21:19–1:22:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/foo-fighters-postpone-concert-due-to-covid-19.md The Foo Fighters postponed a concert at the Forum in Los Angeles after a confirmed COVID-19 case within the organization. This follows the band's previous requirement for fans to show proof of vaccination via the Excelsior Pass for a show in New York. The hosts note the irony of a "vaccinated-only" event being cancelled due to a positive case. Keywords: foo fighters, [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), the forum, [breakthrough case](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breakthrough-case.md) ### Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Vaccine Passports - **Episode:** [1428: Health Glitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1428-health-glitch.md) - **Published:** 2022-02-24 - **Time:** 2:44:04–2:47:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1428-health-glitch/chapter/mayor-eric-adams-and-nyc-vaccine-passports.md New York City Mayor Eric Adams expressed a desire to "get ahead of the science" and return the city to normalcy, specifically regarding mask mandates. Pressure to lift restrictions is mounting as the Brooklyn Nets face the prospect of star player Kyrie Irving being unable to play home games during the playoffs. Keywords: [eric adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-adams.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [kyrie irving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyrie-irving.md), [brooklyn nets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn-nets.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md) ### NYC Restaurant Vaccine Mandate Boots on the Ground - **Episode:** [1380: TransMoney](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1380-transmoney.md) - **Published:** 2021-09-11 - **Time:** 54:54–57:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1380-transmoney/chapter/nyc-restaurant-vaccine-mandate-boots-on-the-ground.md A "boots on the ground" report from Manhattan suggests that restaurant vaccine mandates are being inconsistently enforced. Many establishments accept simple photos of vaccine cards, which are easily faked. Additionally, Denmark and the Netherlands have imposed travel bans on unvaccinated Americans and Israelis. Keywords: [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [vaccine cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-cards.md), [denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md) ### New York City Vaccine Apps, Excelsior Pass Security - **Episode:** [1371: Bald Nancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-09 - **Time:** 1:09:06–1:12:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy/chapter/new-york-city-vaccine-apps-excelsior-pass-security.md New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a vaccine requirement for indoor dining and gyms. Security experts, including Albert Fox Cahn, demonstrated flaws in the city's "NYC COVID Safe" app by successfully uploading a photo of Mickey Mouse as a valid vaccine record. Additionally, the state's "Excelsior Pass" was reportedly hacked in 11 minutes, raising concerns about the security and efficacy of digital vaccine passports. Keywords: [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), nyc covid safe, albert fox cahn, [mickey mouse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mickey-mouse.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md) ### Mayor Bill de Blasio Key to NYC Vaccine Passport - **Episode:** [1370: Jab Click Share](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-05 - **Time:** 28:58–34:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share/chapter/mayor-bill-de-blasio-key-to-nyc-vaccine-passport.md Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the "Key to NYC" program, a vaccine mandate for indoor dining, gyms, and entertainment venues. De Blasio framed the requirement as a "miraculous" opportunity for the vaccinated while explicitly stating that the voluntary phase of vaccination is over. Media coverage of the announcement often uses the word "mandate" to normalize the policy, even when legal specifics are vague. Keywords: [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [vaccine passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [mandates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mandates.md) ### Digital Vaccine Passports, New York Concerts and Pandemic Post-Mortems - **Episode:** [1357: Quantum Supremacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1357-quantum-supremacy.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-20 - **Time:** 43:29–48:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1357-quantum-supremacy/chapter/digital-vaccine-passports-new-york-concerts-and-pandemic-post-mortems.md California and New York have implemented digital vaccine passport systems, such as the Excelsior Pass, though enforcement remains inconsistent at public events. Some observers view the entire pandemic response as a "dry run" for future social control systems and a successful ploy to influence the 2020 election. Concerns are raised about the potential for future mandatory microchipping. Keywords: [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), pandemic dry run ### Vaccine Passports, Gallup Poll Results - **Episode:** [1350: Ask China!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1350-ask-china.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-27 - **Time:** 1:21:22–1:26:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1350-ask-china/chapter/vaccine-passports-gallup-poll-results.md NPR discusses the confusion surrounding international travel and the need for vaccination proof. While the Biden administration states it will not issue federal vaccine passports, states like New York have implemented the Excelsior Pass. A Gallup poll suggests 57% of Americans favor requiring proof of vaccination for air travel, despite the lack of a central database. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [gallup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gallup.md), [vaccine passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passport.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel.md) ### Vaccine Passports, Forged CDC Cards and Federal Felonies - **Episode:** [1338: Forever Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-15 - **Time:** 2:56:44–3:01:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars/chapter/vaccine-passports-forged-cdc-cards-and-federal-felonies.md The FBI is warning against the use of fake vaccine cards, noting that using a government seal without authorization is a federal felony. The hosts point out that templates for these cards are easily found online for free, making the $250 black market price a "scandal." Keywords: [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), cdc cards, [forgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forgery.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), [wyoming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wyoming.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. 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