# Fees on The No Agenda Show Fees comes up in 105 chapters across 101 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2008 to March 2026. - **Chapters:** 105 - **Episodes:** 101 - **Discussed:** August 2008 – March 2026 - **Related topics:** [Bill Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [Immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [Dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [Goldman Sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [Amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [Bank Of America](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-of-america.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Cashless Society](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cashless-society.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 105 ### Canadian Economic Crisis and Bank Fee Reductions - **Episode:** [1855: Gooder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1855-gooder.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-29 - **Time:** 23:36–25:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1855-gooder/chapter/canadian-economic-crisis-and-bank-fee-reductions.md British Columbia's credit rating has been downgraded as reports indicate nearly half of Canadians are living paycheck to paycheck. Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne announced a reduction in non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees from $50 to $10 to assist citizens struggling with banking costs. Critics argue these measures are insufficient to address the underlying poverty in a resource-rich nation. Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [british columbia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/british-columbia.md), francois-philippe champagne, nsf fees, [ctv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ctv.md), banking oligopoly ### Joe Rogan, Golden Globes and Podcast Awards - **Episode:** [1840: Hoity-toity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1840-hoity-toity.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-05 - **Time:** 2:18:19–2:21:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1840-hoity-toity/chapter/joe-rogan-golden-globes-and-podcast-awards.md Joe Rogan revealed he refused to pay a $500 submission fee to be considered for a Golden Globe in the podcast category. The hosts agree with Rogan's stance, arguing that most industry awards are "phony" because they require entry fees and trophies must often be purchased by the winners. Keywords: [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [golden globes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-globes.md), [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), submission fees, amy poehler ### H-1B Visa Fee Hike, Indian Tech Workers, and American Labor - **Episode:** [1801: Hate of Speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1801-hate-of-speech.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-21 - **Time:** 1:24:02–1:28:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1801-hate-of-speech/chapter/h-1b-visa-fee-hike-indian-tech-workers-and-american-labor.md The Trump administration has announced an executive order raising the H-1B visa sponsorship fee to $100,000 annually. The move is intended to protect American workers and ensure only "extraordinary" talent is brought into the U.S. The Indian government and tech leaders like Elon Musk have expressed concern, while supporters argue it will force companies to hire and train domestic graduates. Keywords: [h-1b visa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h-1b-visa.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [tech industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-industry.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fees.md) ### Estate Tax Exemptions, University Endowment Tax, Asylum Fees - **Episode:** [1778: Three Holes One Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1778-three-holes-one-bag.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-03 - **Time:** 49:15–55:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1778-three-holes-one-bag/chapter/estate-tax-exemptions-university-endowment-tax-asylum-fees.md The bill increases estate and gift tax exemptions to $15 million and introduces a new excise tax of up to 8% on the investment income of private universities with large endowments, such as Harvard and Columbia. New immigration policies include a $100 fee for asylum applications and a $1,000 parole fee. The "Trump Accounts" are introduced as a potential baby bonus program, though specific amounts remain unspecified. Keywords: [estate tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/estate-tax.md), [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), asylum fee, [trump accounts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-accounts.md), [refugee resettlement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refugee-resettlement.md) ### Real ID, European Travel Authorization, Facial Recognition - **Episode:** [1726: The Fog](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-02 - **Time:** 1:04:01–1:08:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog/chapter/real-id-european-travel-authorization-facial-recognition.md Starting May 7, 2025, the TSA will require Real ID for domestic air travel in the United States. Additionally, the UK is implementing an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) on January 8th, and the EU will launch the ETIAS system later in the year. These new requirements, often involving fees and facial recognition technology, are criticized as a "gouge" on the traveling public and a means of increasing federal control. Keywords: [real id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-id.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), etias, [esta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esta.md), [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md), travel fees ### YouTube TV Announces Price Increase to $83 Monthly - **Episode:** [1720: Psyop Season](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-12 - **Time:** 1:41:38–1:45:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season/chapter/youtube-tv-announces-price-increase-to-83-monthly.md Google's YouTube TV has announced a price hike, raising the monthly subscription from $72.99 to $82.99 effective January 13th. The service, which originally launched at $49, continues to increase costs due to rising carriage fees paid to major networks. Despite the price increase, the platform remains popular for its "unlimited" cloud DVR capability, though users must still pay an additional fee for 4K content. Keywords: [youtube tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube-tv.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [streaming services](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming-services.md), [carriage fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carriage-fees.md), [4k streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4k-streaming.md), price hike ### Wise Payments, Bank Fees and Zelle Issues - **Episode:** [1715: Scruples](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-24 - **Time:** 1:47:16–1:50:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples/chapter/wise-payments-bank-fees-and-zelle-issues.md The hosts discuss a new payment system called Wise (formerly TransferWise) used by a donor. They compare the fees of various systems, noting that traditional wire transfers often incur a $20 incoming fee, making small transfers inefficient. They advise listeners to avoid sending small amounts via wire or PayPal to ensure the show actually receives the value. Keywords: wise.com, wire transfers, [bank fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-fees.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [stripe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stripe.md), [zelle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zelle.md) ### Media LLC Spin-offs, Cord Cutting Impact - **Episode:** [1710: Bro Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1710-bro-media.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-07 - **Time:** 1:07:11–1:11:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1710-bro-media/chapter/media-llc-spin-offs-cord-cutting-impact.md Comcast's decision to move MSNBC into a separate LLC is interpreted as a move to distance the parent company from a "cancerous" asset. The financial viability of cable news is questioned as cord-cutting reduces the carriage fees that sustain these networks. Listeners are encouraged to cancel cable subscriptions to accelerate the decline of legacy media. Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [carriage fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carriage-fees.md), [cord cutting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cord-cutting.md), local podcasting ### Value for Value, Cable TV Economics, V4VTV - **Episode:** [1684: No Guff](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1684-no-guff.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-08 - **Time:** 1:46:11–1:51:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1684-no-guff/chapter/value-for-value-cable-tv-economics-v4vtv.md The hosts explore the idea of launching a "Value for Value" cable TV network (V4VTV). They analyze a spreadsheet of cable carriage fees, noting that networks like ESPN receive over $10 per household, while smaller channels like Magnolia or the Food Network receive significantly less. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [cable tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cable-tv.md), [espn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espn.md), [carriage fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carriage-fees.md), v4vtv ### Cable News Economics, No Agenda Channel Proposal - **Episode:** [1683: Rainbow of Rockets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1683-rainbow-of-rockets.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-04 - **Time:** 2:52–6:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1683-rainbow-of-rockets/chapter/cable-news-economics-no-agenda-channel-proposal.md A proposal is made to launch a No Agenda cable channel to capitalize on industry carriage fees, which are estimated at one dollar per household. The plan involves lobbying providers like Comcast to host a stream featuring various podcasters. Historical references to the launches of MTV, CNN, and TechTV provide context for the difficulty of securing network distribution. Keywords: [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [murdoch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/murdoch.md), [carriage fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carriage-fees.md), [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [cable television](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cable-television.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md) ### Rachel Maddow Salary and Comcast Revenue - **Episode:** [1682: Natalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1682-natalism.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-01 - **Time:** 29:15–31:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1682-natalism/chapter/rachel-maddow-salary-and-comcast-revenue.md Rachel Maddow reportedly earns between $24 million and $30 million annually under a contract with Comcast-owned MSNBC. Her compensation, which exceeds that of Comcast CEO Brian L. Roberts in some years, is funded primarily through mandatory cable carriage fees rather than traditional advertising. This financial structure allows the network to maintain high-paid talent regardless of specific show profitability. Keywords: [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), brian l. roberts, [comcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comcast.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), cable fees ### White House Campaign Against Junk Fees and Shrinkflation - **Episode:** [1640: Funny Farm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1640-funny-farm.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-07 - **Time:** 2:18:43–2:23:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1640-funny-farm/chapter/white-house-campaign-against-junk-fees-and-shrinkflation.md The Biden administration announced a new rule capping credit card late fees at $8, down from the previous average of $32. President Biden is also targeting "shrinkflation," using the Sesame Street character Cookie Monster on social media to highlight how companies are reducing product sizes while maintaining prices. The Chamber of Commerce has vowed to sue to block the new credit card fee regulations. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), junk fees, [credit cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-cards.md), [shrinkflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shrinkflation.md), cookie monster, [oreos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oreos.md) ### Department of Justice, Fredericksburg Legal Case - **Episode:** [1639: Pumpkin Coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1639-pumpkin-coin.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-03 - **Time:** 35:57–37:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1639-pumpkin-coin/chapter/department-of-justice-fredericksburg-legal-case.md A host discusses a prominent individual in Fredericksburg currently facing an aggressive Department of Justice investigation involving what are described as "trumped-up charges." The discussion criticizes the legal profession for scaring clients into paying millions of dollars in fees for unnecessary legal opinions. Keywords: [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [fredericksburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fredericksburg.md), [lawyers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawyers.md), [legal fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legal-fees.md), trumped-up charges ### Alberta Power Grid Emergency and EPA Methane Fees - **Episode:** [1625: Call me Bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1625-call-me-bill.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-14 - **Time:** 2:10:03–2:12:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1625-call-me-bill/chapter/alberta-power-grid-emergency-and-epa-methane-fees.md The Alberta Emergency Management Agency issued an alert asking residents to limit electricity use and avoid charging electric vehicles due to extreme cold and high grid demand. In the US, the Biden administration proposed a new EPA rule that would fine oil and gas companies for methane emissions. Industry insiders argue the fees are based on flawed algorithms rather than actual detected leaks. Keywords: [alberta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alberta.md), emergency alert, [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [ev charging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ev-charging.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), methane fee ### Podcast Awards Industry, Value for Value Model - **Episode:** [1595: Bin Police](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1595-bin-police.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-07 - **Time:** 10:43–15:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1595-bin-police/chapter/podcast-awards-industry-value-for-value-model.md The podcast awards industry is characterized by numerous ceremonies that often require entry fees, which some critics label as a scam. There is a proposal to create a new "No Agenda" award system based on the value-for-value model rather than pay-to-play mechanics. Existing ceremonies mentioned include the British Podcast Awards and the Spark Media Ignite Awards. Keywords: [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [blueberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blueberry.md), [todd cochrane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochrane.md), entry fees, [alternative media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alternative-media.md) ### Kash Patel on Legal Fees and the Process as Punishment - **Episode:** [1587: Comely](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1587-comely.md) - **Published:** 2023-09-03 - **Time:** 1:00:34–1:07:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1587-comely/chapter/kash-patel-on-legal-fees-and-the-process-as-punishment.md Kash Patel discusses the financial burden placed on individuals subpoenaed by the January 6th Committee and the DOJ. He explains that legal retainers and hourly fees can reach seven figures, effectively serving as a punishment regardless of the case outcome. Patel criticizes the Republican National Committee for not supporting Trump's co-defendants in the same way the DNC supports its members. 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Keywords: [project veritas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/project-veritas.md), [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [form 990](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/form-990.md), donor funds, [legal fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legal-fees.md) ### Biden Administration Crackdown on Junk Fees - **Episode:** [1498: Junk Fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-30 - **Time:** 37:46–40:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees/chapter/biden-administration-crackdown-on-junk-fees.md President Biden has directed his administration to eliminate "junk fees," which include hidden charges for concert tickets, hotel rooms, and bank overdrafts. The President highlighted the impact of these fees on low-income families, specifically citing unfair charges for bounced checks. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), junk fees, bank charges, concert tickets, [consumer protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-protection.md) ### Rental Car Insurance Scams and Hidden Recovery Fees - **Episode:** [1487: Si Senor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-18 - **Time:** 2:46–9:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor/chapter/rental-car-insurance-scams-and-hidden-recovery-fees.md A discussion regarding the rental car industry focuses on the proliferation of non-negotiable fees, including concession recovery, vehicle license, and tire disposal charges. Personal anecdotes involve past vehicle accidents in Hawaii and Arizona, specifically criticizing the braking performance and safety features of a Nissan rental vehicle. Keywords: [rental cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rental-cars.md), [insurance scams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance-scams.md), concession recovery fee, vehicle license fee, [nissan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nissan.md) ### RNC Legal Fee Agreement, Kellyanne and George Conway Relationship - **Episode:** [1476: Woke Waiver](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1476-woke-waiver.md) - **Published:** 2022-08-12 - **Time:** 35:23–37:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1476-woke-waiver/chapter/rnc-legal-fee-agreement-kellyanne-and-george-conway-relationship.md A discussion of Donald Trump's financial arrangements reveals a joint agreement with the RNC to pay his significant legal bills, which reportedly incentivizes him to delay a formal 2024 announcement. 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