# Field Hockey on The No Agenda Show

Field Hockey comes up in 6 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2008 to June 2025.

- **Chapters:** 6
- **Episodes:** 6
- **Discussed:** August 2008 – June 2025
- **Related topics:** [Olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olympics.md), [Netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [Soccer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soccer.md), [Beijing Olympics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing-olympics.md), [Domain Names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), [European Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [Fencing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fencing.md), [Fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md), [Ice Hockey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice-hockey.md), [Jim Carrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-carrey.md)

## Chapters 1–6 of 6

### University of Wisconsin River Falls Women's Hockey and WAGs

- **Episode:** [1776: Eat The Dog Food](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1776-eat-the-dog-food.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-26
- **Time:** 2:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1776-eat-the-dog-food/chapter/university-of-wisconsin-river-falls-women-s-hockey-and-wags.md

The program opens with a shout-out to the University of Wisconsin River Falls women's ice hockey team for their back-to-back national championships. A debate ensues regarding the athletic merits of field hockey versus ice hockey and the physical fitness of soccer players. The term "WAGs," referring to the wives and girlfriends of high-profile athletes, is introduced as a cultural phenomenon in the United Kingdom.

Keywords: university of wisconsin river falls, [ice hockey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice-hockey.md), [field hockey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/field-hockey.md), wags, [soccer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soccer.md)

### Olympic Fencing Etiquette, Women's Field Hockey

- **Episode:** [853: ISO Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/853-iso-day.md)
- **Published:** 2016-08-21
- **Time:** 1:57:52–2:00:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/853-iso-day/chapter/olympic-fencing-etiquette-women-s-field-hockey.md

Observations from the Rio Olympics highlighted a perceived decline in fencing etiquette, with athletes engaging in excessive "fist-pumping" and celebration. A former Dutch youth fencing champion noted that such behavior was traditionally frowned upon in the "gentleman's sport." Additionally, women's field hockey was praised as an underrated spectator sport, specifically noting the final match between Great Britain and the Netherlands.

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### Women's Field Hockey, Dutch Heritage

- **Episode:** [432: Felonious Bears](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/432-felonious-bears.md)
- **Published:** 2012-08-05
- **Time:** 47:44–49:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/432-felonious-bears/chapter/women-s-field-hockey-dutch-heritage.md

One host expresses a specific interest in women's field hockey at the Olympics, citing his Dutch heritage. He mentions creating a custom domain to showcase images of the Dutch team. The hosts briefly compare the aesthetic appeal of various Olympic sports, including beach volleyball.

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### Portugal EU Integration and Women's Sports

- **Episode:** [58: Cork Grows on Trees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/58-cork-grows-on-trees.md)
- **Published:** 2008-11-22
- **Time:** 9:51–12:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/58-cork-grows-on-trees/chapter/portugal-eu-integration-and-women-s-sports.md

Portugal's transition from a third-world status to a modern economy is attributed to its 1986 entry into the European Union, which significantly increased English literacy and infrastructure. The discussion moves to the 2004 European Championship stadium and the cultural differences in the perception of women's sports, such as soccer and field hockey, between Europe and the United States. Martina Navratilova's appearance on a reality television show is also noted.

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### Olympic Athlete Marketing, Field Hockey, Uniform Standards

- **Episode:** [44: Probably a Super Delegate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/44-probably-a-super-delegate.md)
- **Published:** 2008-08-23
- **Time:** 42:53–44:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/44-probably-a-super-delegate/chapter/olympic-athlete-marketing-field-hockey-uniform-standards.md

A discussion on the sexualization of female Olympic athletes notes that many appear in magazines like FHM or wear skimpy uniforms, such as bikinis in beach volleyball or thongs in pole vaulting. The Dutch female field hockey team's gold medal win is mentioned, with a focus on the "show" aspect of the games. The disparity between men's and women's athletic attire is highlighted as a marketing tactic.

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### Beijing Olympics Opening Ceremony and Women's Field Hockey

- **Episode:** [42: Paris Hilton Does Zero Point Energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/42-paris-hilton-does-zero-point-energy.md)
- **Published:** 2008-08-09
- **Time:** 0:01–3:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/42-paris-hilton-does-zero-point-energy/chapter/beijing-olympics-opening-ceremony-and-women-s-field-hockey.md

The 2008 Beijing Olympics opening ceremony featured elaborate fireworks displays, including pyrotechnic "giant footsteps" walking toward the stadium. The event's artistic direction is compared to the style of martial arts films like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Discussion shifts to the aesthetics of women's field hockey and the physical appearance of athletes in international competition.

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