# Fartgate on The No Agenda Show

Fartgate comes up in 3 chapters across 3 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2018 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 3
- **Episodes:** 3
- **Discussed:** November 2018 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Chris Matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [Eric Swalwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-swalwell.md), [Msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [Congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [Netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [Scotland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scotland.md), [Social Stigma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-stigma.md), [Sports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports.md)

## Chapters 1–3 of 3

### Fartgate Investigation Involving Eric Swalwell and Chris Matthews

- **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Time:** 48:30–51:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/fartgate-investigation-involving-eric-swalwell-and-chris-matthews.md

The "Fartgate" incident on MSNBC, where a loud flatulence sound was heard during an interview with Representative Eric Swalwell, is analyzed for authenticity. While some suspected a digital hoax, the hosts conclude the sound was likely real and originated from host Chris Matthews in the studio. The lack of audio lag and the acoustic properties of the studio chairs are cited as evidence.

Keywords: [eric swalwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-swalwell.md), [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [fartgate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fartgate.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md)

### Eric Swalwell, Chris Matthews, and Public Flatulence

- **Episode:** [1192: Balderdash!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1192-balderdash.md)
- **Published:** 2019-11-24
- **Time:** 41:27–46:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1192-balderdash/chapter/eric-swalwell-chris-matthews-and-public-flatulence.md

Returning to the "Fartgate" incident, the hosts provide a technical breakdown of how flatulence sounds are captured by lavalier microphones versus boom mics. They speculate on the acoustics of the MSNBC studio and the reaction of Eric Swalwell. The conversation shifts to the social stigma of flatulence, particularly for women, and the perceived "punk" attitude of certain politicians.

Keywords: [eric swalwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-swalwell.md), [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [fartgate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fartgate.md), leather chairs, [social stigma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-stigma.md)

### Fartgate Controversy at the Grand Slam of Darts

- **Episode:** [1087: Hippie Hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-18
- **Time:** 7:07–9:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus/chapter/fartgate-controversy-at-the-grand-slam-of-darts.md

A professional darts match between a Dutch player and a Scottish opponent became the center of a controversy known as "Fartgate." Wesley Harms claimed a foul smell on stage distracted him and led to his loss, while Gary Anderson denied responsibility for the stench. The incident has become a major sports news item across Europe.

Keywords: darts, [fartgate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fartgate.md), wesley harms, gary anderson, [scotland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scotland.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [sports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports.md)

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