# Free Market on The No Agenda Show Free Market comes up in 18 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2008 to February 2025. - **Chapters:** 18 - **Episodes:** 17 - **Discussed:** June 2008 – February 2025 - **Related topics:** [Marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [Oil Prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [Ab Inbev](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ab-inbev.md), [Anti-competitive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-competitive.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Aws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aws.md), [Bank Of America](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-of-america.md), [Bloomberg News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg-news.md), [Budweiser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budweiser.md), [Capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md) ## Chapters 1–18 of 18 ### Washington Post, Jeff Bezos Opinion Shift - **Episode:** [1742: Golden Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-27 - **Time:** 3:08:42–3:10:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop/chapter/washington-post-jeff-bezos-opinion-shift.md Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos announced the paper's opinion section will pivot to focus on defending personal liberties and free markets. Bezos argued that broad-based opinion sections are redundant in the internet age. Following the announcement, Opinion Editor David Shipley resigned. Critics view the move as a rightward shift intended to align the publication with the Trump administration's priorities. Keywords: [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [jeff bezos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-bezos.md), david shipley, free markets, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) ### Solar Industry History, Chinese Market Subsidies - **Episode:** [1537: Dig Up Canada!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1537-dig-up-canada.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-12 - **Time:** 1:37:57–1:41:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1537-dig-up-canada/chapter/solar-industry-history-chinese-market-subsidies.md The decline of the U.S. solar industry is attributed to Chinese "anti-dumping" practices, where the CCP subsidized production to sell panels below cost. This strategy effectively drove Western competitors out of business, allowing China to seize control of the global supply chain. Despite past legal challenges under the Obama administration, the U.S. remains playing "catch up" in an industry it once dominated in 2010. Keywords: [solar panels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-panels.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), anti-dumping, [obama administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-administration.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md) ### Qatar World Cup Beer Ban and Budweiser Marketing - **Episode:** [1507: Leaky Labs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1507-leaky-labs.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-27 - **Time:** 1:15:51–1:17:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1507-leaky-labs/chapter/qatar-world-cup-beer-ban-and-budweiser-marketing.md The last-minute ban on alcohol sales at World Cup stadiums in Qatar is being characterized by some as a coordinated publicity stunt for Anheuser-Busch InBev's alcohol-free products. While fans expressed frustration, the company utilized the controversy to promote its non-alcoholic brand. Critics suggest the entire situation was a "commercial op" designed to generate global headlines. Keywords: [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [budweiser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budweiser.md), [ab inbev](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ab-inbev.md), alcohol-free beer, [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md) ### Startup Opportunities, Anti-Competitive Behavior in Tech - **Episode:** [1314: Gnarler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1314-gnarler.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-21 - **Time:** 38:00–42:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1314-gnarler/chapter/startup-opportunities-anti-competitive-behavior-in-tech.md Jason Calacanis suggests that the de-platforming of services like Parler will create a new class of startup opportunities for investors to back "free speech" alternatives, including competitors to Amazon Web Services (AWS). The hosts argue that this stance is hypocritical and anti-competitive, as it cheers the destruction of existing competitors while simultaneously proposing new investments in the same space. Keywords: [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md), [startups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/startups.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [anti-competitive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-competitive.md), [aws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aws.md) ### Podcasting 2.0, Value-for-Value Model - **Episode:** [1299: King Mitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-01 - **Time:** 2:24:41–2:27:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch/chapter/podcasting-2-0-value-for-value-model.md As the show approaches its 1,300th episode, the hosts reflect on the invention of podcasting and the current "Podcasting 2.0" initiative. They emphasize the importance of preserving the platform for free speech and maintaining the "value-for-value" funding model to avoid corporate censorship. Keywords: [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [thomas edison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-edison.md) ### Global Oil Glut and the "Rona" Impact - **Episode:** [1231: Mask QR Raid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1231-mask-qr-raid.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-09 - **Time:** 3:09:54–3:12:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1231-mask-qr-raid/chapter/global-oil-glut-and-the-rona-impact.md The massive overabundance of oil is attributed to a combination of a price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia and the "Rona" (coronavirus) knocking 40% off market demand. Gasoline prices have dropped to as low as 90 cents a gallon in some parts of the U.S. Trump expresses support for the energy business but acknowledges that the record-low prices are hurting American jobs. Keywords: [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [gasoline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gasoline.md), [energy industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-industry.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), overabundance ### Donald Trump, Global Oil Price War Negotiations - **Episode:** [1230: Avocado Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-05 - **Time:** 1:17:05–1:24:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel/chapter/donald-trump-global-oil-price-war-negotiations.md President Trump is mediating an oil price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia that has seen prices drop to $19 a barrel. Trump hinted at a plan to "solve" the industry's ravaging if the two nations cannot reach a deal, possibly involving the massive oil reserves in Venezuela. The hosts speculate that a deal is being brokered to cut production once prices hit a "touchpoint" of $13, allowing insiders to profit on the long side. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md) ### Obama Smart Gun Technology and Market Viability Claims - **Episode:** [789: Kidults](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/789-kidults.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-10 - **Time:** 19:15–26:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/789-kidults/chapter/obama-smart-gun-technology-and-market-viability-claims.md President Obama's comparison of gun safety to seatbelts and airbags is scrutinized, specifically his push for "smart gun" technology. The discussion questions Obama's claim that a market for personalized firearms exists and was only suppressed by an NRA-led boycott of manufacturers like Colt. Technical limitations of biometric gun locks, such as fingerprint reliability, are contrasted with the president's optimistic projections. Keywords: smart guns, [nra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nra.md), colt, [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [executive action](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-action.md), fingerprint technology ### Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Koch Brothers and Oil Wars - **Episode:** [655: Network of Death](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/655-network-of-death.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-25 - **Time:** 2:41:52–2:48:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/655-network-of-death/chapter/robert-f-kennedy-jr-koch-brothers-and-oil-wars.md Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is interviewed at the Climate March, where he blames Exxon and the Koch brothers for subverting democracy and causing "oil wars." He argues that the U.S. needs to change its laws and politicians rather than individual consumer habits to solve the climate crisis. Keywords: [robert f. kennedy jr.](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-f-kennedy-jr.md), [koch brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/koch-brothers.md), [exxon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exxon.md), oil wars, [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md) ### Naomi Klein, Climate Change, Leonardo DiCaprio UN Appointment - **Episode:** [653: Evil Layer Cake](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/653-evil-layer-cake.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-19 - **Time:** 2:02:27–2:08:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/653-evil-layer-cake/chapter/naomi-klein-climate-change-leonardo-dicaprio-un-appointment.md Author Naomi Klein's new book, "This Changes Everything," argues that addressing the climate crisis requires breaking free-market rules. Leonardo DiCaprio has been appointed as a UN "Messenger of Peace" for climate issues, a move seen as a slight to George Clooney. Klein claims fossil fuel companies intend to extract five times more carbon than the atmosphere can safely absorb. Keywords: [naomi klein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/naomi-klein.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [leonardo dicaprio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leonardo-dicaprio.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [carbon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon.md) ### Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes and the Kale Marketing Scam - **Episode:** [569: 23 and Plea](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/569-23-and-plea.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-28 - **Time:** 5:08–8:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/569-23-and-plea/chapter/thanksgiving-turkey-recipes-and-the-kale-marketing-scam.md The hosts discuss Thanksgiving cooking techniques, including the safety of stuffing a bird and a specific recipe for apple and cranberry dressing designed for a gluten-free diet. The conversation shifts to the rising popularity of kale, which is characterized as a public relations scam and a "money grab" due to its high price compared to other brassica vegetables like cabbage. They reference a Ugandan newspaper article promoting kale as a "friend with benefits." Keywords: [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [kale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kale.md), [gluten-free](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gluten-free.md), [cooking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cooking.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [superfoods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superfoods.md) ### Austin Thanksgiving Plans and Rush Limbaugh Free Market Theory - **Episode:** [569: 23 and Plea](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/569-23-and-plea.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-28 - **Time:** 19:11–21:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/569-23-and-plea/chapter/austin-thanksgiving-plans-and-rush-limbaugh-free-market-theory.md Adam Curry describes his Thanksgiving plans in Austin involving a molecular biologist and a "cowboy" Fox News enthusiast. They contrast this with Rush Limbaugh's recent claims that the original Thanksgiving was actually a celebration of the emergence of the free market after the failure of a pilgrim "commune." Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [rush limbaugh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rush-limbaugh.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [pilgrims](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pilgrims.md), [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md) ### Lindsey Graham, Libya Reconstruction, Free Market Principles - **Episode:** [350: Lady McDeath](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/350-lady-mcdeath.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-23 - **Time:** 20:15–23:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/350-lady-mcdeath/chapter/lindsey-graham-libya-reconstruction-free-market-principles.md Senator Lindsey Graham advocated for a stronger U.S. ground presence in Libya to secure chemical weapons and shoulder-fired missiles. Graham emphasized the economic potential in Libya, suggesting the U.S. should help establish a democracy based on free-market principles to recoup investments. Critics argue this shift toward bloodthirsty interventionism is now prevalent across both political parties. Keywords: [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), weapons control, [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md) ### Debit Card Fees and Community Banking Alternatives - **Episode:** [345: Hornbag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/345-hornbag.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-06 - **Time:** 1:00:28–1:02:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/345-hornbag/chapter/debit-card-fees-and-community-banking-alternatives.md The controversy surrounding Bank of America's proposed $5 monthly debit card fee is discussed in the context of market competition. The hosts argue that instead of government intervention, consumers should move their accounts to small community banks that offer better service and no fees. They emphasize that many smaller institutions did not take TARP bailout money and remain more customer-focused. Keywords: debit card fees, [bank of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-of-america.md), [community banks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community-banks.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regulation.md) ### NPR Tea Party Coverage, Waco Tea Party Interview - **Episode:** [235: Disaster Capitalist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-16 - **Time:** 37:40–40:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/npr-tea-party-coverage-waco-tea-party-interview.md An NPR segment featuring Toby Marie Walker of the Waco Tea Party is analyzed. The hosts argue that NPR intentionally brings on "cranks" to marginalize the movement, while Walker attempts to keep the focus on constitutionally limited government, free markets, and fiscal responsibility. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), toby marie walker, waco tea party, fiscal responsibility, free markets, media marginalization ### Bloomberg Headline Change, White House Pressure on Banker Rhetoric - **Episode:** [173: Zug Haiti Connection?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/173-zug-haiti-connection.md) - **Published:** 2010-02-11 - **Time:** 2:56–5:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/173-zug-haiti-connection/chapter/bloomberg-headline-change-white-house-pressure-on-banker-rhetoric.md Bloomberg News reportedly altered a headline from "Obama doesn't begrudge bonuses" to a more nuanced version following White House complaints. The original quote from President Obama defended wealth accumulation within the free market system while questioning the link between performance and pay. This shift is presented as evidence of media manipulation and state-controlled narratives via the Associated Press and other outlets. Keywords: [bloomberg news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg-news.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [lloyd blankfein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-blankfein.md), [jamie dimon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamie-dimon.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [executive compensation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-compensation.md) ### Ron Bloom, Manufacturing Czar Capitalism Critique - **Episode:** [142: Obamaland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/142-obamaland.md) - **Published:** 2009-10-25 - **Time:** 1:28:09–1:31:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/142-obamaland/chapter/ron-bloom-manufacturing-czar-capitalism-critique.md A controversial clip of Manufacturing Czar Ron Bloom is played, in which he suggests the free market is "nonsense" and quotes Mao Zedong regarding political power coming from the barrel of a gun. The hosts debate the context of the clip, noting it is often used by critics to paint Bloom as an anti-capitalist. They use the segment to transition into a plea for show donations to maintain their own independence from such political systems. Keywords: [ron bloom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-bloom.md), manufacturing czar, [mao zedong](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mao-zedong.md), [free market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-market.md), [capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), [general motors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-motors.md) ### Free Market Absolutism, Mobile Network Marketing - **Episode:** [37: Where's The Beef?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/37-where-s-the-beef.md) - **Published:** 2008-06-28 - **Time:** 1:07:53–1:12:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/37-where-s-the-beef/chapter/free-market-absolutism-mobile-network-marketing.md A critique of free market absolutism suggests that total deregulation leads to quasi-price fixing and consumer exploitation in the telecom industry. 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