# Freedom Day on The No Agenda Show Freedom Day comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2014 to June 2025. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** November 2014 – June 2025 - **Related topics:** [Boris Johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md), [World Health Organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [Al Sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Berlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin.md), [Berlin Wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin-wall.md), [Bosnia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bosnia.md), [Brandenburg Gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brandenburg-gate.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Juneteenth Federal Holiday, Al Sharpton and Spike Lee Brooklyn Event - **Episode:** [1774: Leave it to Bibi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1774-leave-it-to-bibi.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-19 - **Time:** 2:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1774-leave-it-to-bibi/chapter/juneteenth-federal-holiday-al-sharpton-and-spike-lee-brooklyn-event.md Juneteenth is observed as a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Civil rights activists Al Sharpton and Spike Lee hosted an event at Juniors in downtown Brooklyn to celebrate the occasion. The gathering emphasized the message that freedom must be protected through active participation in voting. Keywords: [juneteenth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/juneteenth.md), [al sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [spike lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spike-lee.md), [brooklyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn.md), [voting rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting-rights.md), [freedom day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-day.md) ### Boris Johnson Quarantine and UK Freedom Day U-Turn - **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-30 - **Time:** 3:20–6:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/boris-johnson-quarantine-and-uk-freedom-day-u-turn.md UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson was forced to self-isolate after contact with Health Secretary Sajid Javid, who tested positive for COVID-19 despite being vaccinated. This occurred just as the UK prepared for "Freedom Day" on July 19th. The hosts characterize the sudden policy shift and Johnson's quarantine as political theater designed to maintain lockdown pressure. Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [freedom day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-day.md), [nhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhs.md), [sajid javid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sajid-javid.md), [quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md) ### UK Freedom Day and Expert Opposition - **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-30 - **Time:** 1:19:50–1:21:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/uk-freedom-day-and-expert-opposition.md Despite opposition from over 1,000 health experts and scientists, Boris Johnson's office initially denied plans to reverse the lifting of COVID restrictions in England. Critics called the move a "dangerous experiment" as infections topped 50,000. The hosts discuss the pressure from the WHO and local advisors to maintain mandatory mask-wearing and social restrictions. Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [freedom day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-day.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), willem marks, [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md) ### World Hijab Day and Religious Tolerance - **Episode:** [900: 900](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/900-900.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-28 - **Time:** 38:01–39:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/900-900/chapter/world-hijab-day-and-religious-tolerance.md World Hijab Day was observed globally to promote tolerance and solidarity with Muslim women. In Sarajevo, women protested against bans on the headscarf in certain European countries. The hosts joke about the observance while noting that countries like Saudi Arabia and Iran mandate the wearing of headscarves by law. Keywords: world hijab day, [bosnia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bosnia.md), [sarajevo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarajevo.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [religious freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom.md) ### Australia Freedom Day, Obedience Testing in Western Democracies - **Episode:** [1386: Frankenjab](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1386-frankenjab.md) - **Published:** 2021-09-30 - **Time:** 1:29:11–1:37:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1386-frankenjab/chapter/australia-freedom-day-obedience-testing-in-western-democracies.md New South Wales, Australia, announced a "Freedom Day" where restrictions will be eased only for the fully vaccinated, including limits on home visitors and singing in churches. The discussion frames these global lockdowns as a "giant obedience test" for Western populations to see if they can match the productivity of the Chinese model. The segment also notes the rise of COVID-themed merchandise, such as Anthony Fauci prayer candles. Keywords: [new south wales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-south-wales.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [freedom day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-day.md), obedience test, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), fauci candles ### UK Freedom Day and NHS App Pingdemic - **Episode:** [1366: Pingdemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1366-pingdemic.md) - **Published:** 2021-07-25 - **Time:** 33:01–37:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1366-pingdemic/chapter/uk-freedom-day-and-nhs-app-pingdemic.md Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that by the end of September 2021, full vaccination will be required for entry into UK nightclubs. Despite the lifting of restrictions on "Freedom Day," Johnson was forced to quarantine after being "pinged" by the NHS contact tracing app. The app has caused widespread labor shortages, known as the "pingdemic," affecting healthcare workers and the food supply chain. Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [freedom day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-day.md), [nhs app](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhs-app.md), pingdemic, [quarantine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine.md) ### UK Freedom Day, Boris Johnson and WHO Criticism - **Episode:** [1362: Shot to Win](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1362-shot-to-win.md) - **Published:** 2021-07-09 - **Time:** 1:13:46–1:17:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1362-shot-to-win/chapter/uk-freedom-day-boris-johnson-and-who-criticism.md The United Kingdom prepares for "Freedom Day" on July 19th, lifting most COVID-19 restrictions. A World Health Organization official criticizes the move as "epidemiological stupidity," specifically targeting the logic of allowing an "exit wave" of infections among young people. The segment also mentions the resignation of Health Minister Matt Hancock following a social distancing scandal. Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [freedom day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-day.md), [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [matt hancock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-hancock.md), exit wave ### Berlin Freedom Day Rally and Media Coverage Discrepancies - **Episode:** [1266: 33 Cases](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1266-33-cases.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-06 - **Time:** 6:20–8:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1266-33-cases/chapter/berlin-freedom-day-rally-and-media-coverage-discrepancies.md Approximately 15,000 people marched to the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin for a "Day of Freedom" rally against anti-virus restrictions. While participants cited a desire for democratic consensus and scientific debate, media outlets like France 24 characterized the crowd as a mix of conspiracy theorists and far-right activists. Berlin police initiated legal action against organizers for hygiene regulation violations. Keywords: [berlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berlin.md), [brandenburg gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brandenburg-gate.md), [france 24](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france-24.md), [freedom day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-day.md), [social distancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-distancing.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md) ### Religious Freedom Day and Executive Producer Credits - **Episode:** [688: Threat Stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/688-threat-stream.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-18 - **Time:** 1:22:32–1:26:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/688-threat-stream/chapter/religious-freedom-day-and-executive-producer-credits.md The hosts explain the show's credit system, likening their donors to Hollywood executive producers. They briefly mention President Obama's proclamation of Religious Freedom Day, noting his specific interpretation of the First Amendment as prohibiting the government from establishing religion rather than simply protecting the freedom to worship. 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