# Furloughs on The No Agenda Show Furloughs comes up in 14 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2009 to September 2024. - **Chapters:** 14 - **Episodes:** 14 - **Discussed:** February 2009 – September 2024 - **Related topics:** [Department Of Defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [Faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [737 Max](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/737-max.md), [Accounting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accounting.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Air Traffic Control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-traffic-control.md), [Air Traffic Controllers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-traffic-controllers.md), [Arnold Schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [Bakersfield](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bakersfield.md), [Boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md) ## Chapters 1–14 of 14 ### Boeing Contract Engineer Furloughs and Financial Crisis - **Episode:** [1698: Oxymoronic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1698-oxymoronic.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-26 - **Time:** 1:51:12–1:55:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1698-oxymoronic/chapter/boeing-contract-engineer-furloughs-and-financial-crisis.md Reports from industry insiders suggest that Boeing is letting go of contract engineers and planning furloughs for direct employees to preserve cash flow during a union mechanic strike. The company's ongoing struggles with the 737 Max, a failed space capsule, and executive turnover have led to speculation that it may require government intervention or a takeover. The crisis is impacting the broader aerospace supply chain across Washington, California, and Oklahoma. Keywords: [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strike.md), [engineers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/engineers.md), [furloughs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furloughs.md), [737 max](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/737-max.md) ### Airline Pilot Lawsuit, Aviation Employees for Health Freedom - **Episode:** [1672: Sand Battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-27 - **Time:** 1:39:26–1:43:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery/chapter/airline-pilot-lawsuit-aviation-employees-for-health-freedom.md An anonymous pilot for a major U.S. airline reports that a lawsuit against vaccine mandates has been granted class-action status. The group, Aviation Employees for Health Freedom (AE4HF), is seeking donations for their legal fund to continue the fight against what they describe as unjust furloughs and layoffs. Keywords: [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), [vaccine mandate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-mandate.md), [class action](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/class-action.md), ae4hf, pilot furlough ### Anonymous Survivor, Pandemic Suicide Toll - **Episode:** [1313: Q Victims](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1313-q-victims.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-17 - **Time:** 2:13:23–2:19:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1313-q-victims/chapter/anonymous-survivor-pandemic-suicide-toll.md A somber note from an anonymous producer describes the financial and mental toll of the pandemic, including thoughts of suicide after being furloughed. The hosts discuss the "unspoken thousands" who have taken their lives during the lockdowns, criticizing politicians for ignoring this aspect of the crisis. Keywords: laguna niguel, [furlough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furlough.md), [life insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/life-insurance.md), [suicide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicide.md), obama jingle ### Boris Johnson Announces Second UK Lockdown - **Episode:** [1291: The Election Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1291-the-election-special.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-05 - **Time:** 16:51–20:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1291-the-election-special/chapter/boris-johnson-announces-second-uk-lockdown.md Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a four-week national lockdown for the United Kingdom starting in November 2020. The measures include closing non-essential shops, pubs, and restaurants while extending the furlough system to support businesses. Johnson cited scientific models predicting thousands of daily deaths if immediate action was not taken. Keywords: [boris johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boris-johnson.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [lockdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdown.md), furlough scheme, [christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christmas.md) ### Dr. Dan Erickson on Empty Hospitals and Fear - **Episode:** [1237: Imbleachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1237-imbleachment.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-30 - **Time:** 1:20:54–1:23:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1237-imbleachment/chapter/dr-dan-erickson-on-empty-hospitals-and-fear.md Dr. Dan Erickson of Bakersfield, California, holds a press conference detailing the "evacuation" of the healthcare system as hospitals remain empty and staff are furloughed. He argues that the public's fear of COVID-19 is preventing people with heart disease and cancer from seeking necessary care. Erickson notes that while New York is busy, many other regions are seeing minimal hospital volume. Keywords: dan erickson, [bakersfield](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bakersfield.md), [icu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icu.md), [furlough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furlough.md), secondary effects ### Government Shutdown Impact, TSA Salaries and Challenge Coins - **Episode:** [1106: Smart Wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-25 - **Time:** 35:06–40:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall/chapter/government-shutdown-impact-tsa-salaries-and-challenge-coins.md CNN's Don Lemon discussed the financial pain of furloughed federal workers, while reports surfaced of Secret Service agents distributing challenge coins expressing frustration with the shutdown. House Resolution 705 was introduced to allow the TSA to use security fees to pay officer salaries during the lapse in appropriations. Predictions suggest the shutdown will end within a week as "smart wall" terminology offers a political compromise. Keywords: [don lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-lemon.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), house resolution 705, [furlough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furlough.md) ### Government Shutdown Impact on Podcast Donations - **Episode:** [1101: Tippie-Top](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1101-tippie-top.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-07 - **Time:** 4:16–6:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1101-tippie-top/chapter/government-shutdown-impact-on-podcast-donations.md The partial government shutdown is discussed in relation to its impact on the podcast's donation flow, as federal workers on furlough may be tightening their budgets. Donald Trump indicated the shutdown could last for years, though he appeared calm during recent Rose Garden appearances. Keywords: [government shutdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-shutdown.md), [furlough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furlough.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [federal workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-workers.md), [payroll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/payroll.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md) ### Furlough Impacts, National Zoo Panda Cam - **Episode:** [1001: Sexual Terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1001-sexual-terrorism.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-21 - **Time:** 35:08–38:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1001-sexual-terrorism/chapter/furlough-impacts-national-zoo-panda-cam.md The government shutdown resulted in the furlough of approximately 800,000 federal workers. While the Trump administration kept national parks open, the Smithsonian museums and the popular National Zoo "Panda Cam" were forced to close, highlighting the visible impacts of the funding lapse. Keywords: [furlough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furlough.md), [mick mulvaney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mick-mulvaney.md), [national parks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-parks.md), [smithsonian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smithsonian.md), panda cam ### Furloughed Personnel, Government Website Outages and Shutdown Costs - **Episode:** [553: Hate-Spewing Hashtags](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/553-hate-spewing-hashtags.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-03 - **Time:** 9:28–12:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/553-hate-spewing-hashtags/chapter/furloughed-personnel-government-website-outages-and-shutdown-costs.md Federal employees on furlough, including Department of Defense police and system administrators, are reportedly unable to update government websites during the shutdown. A report from KSBW in Salinas claims the shutdown costs the U.S. government $12.5 million per hour or $300 million per day. The hosts analyze the math behind a reported $16 billion weekly loss, questioning how laying off staff increases government expenses. Keywords: [furlough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furlough.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), government websites, ksbw, budget costs ### Airline Apocalypse, FAA Furloughs, Air Traffic Control - **Episode:** [507: Airplane Apocalypse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/507-airplane-apocalypse.md) - **Published:** 2013-04-25 - **Time:** 2:17:02–2:21:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/507-airplane-apocalypse/chapter/airline-apocalypse-faa-furloughs-air-traffic-control.md The media's prediction of an "airplane apocalypse" due to sequester-related FAA furloughs is debunked. The hosts, one of whom is a pilot, explain that air traffic control operations are binary and cannot simply be "furloughed" without shutting down airspace entirely. Keywords: [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [air traffic control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-traffic-control.md), [sequester](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sequester.md), [furloughs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furloughs.md), airplane apocalypse ### Military Budget Cuts, Sequestration Impact on Families - **Episode:** [492: Pet Food Stamps](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/492-pet-food-stamps.md) - **Published:** 2013-03-03 - **Time:** 59:57–1:04:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/492-pet-food-stamps/chapter/military-budget-cuts-sequestration-impact-on-families.md The hosts break down the specifics of the 2013 sequestration cuts, noting they primarily target budget code 050 (National Defense). They critique President Obama's rhetoric regarding the impact on military families and teachers on army bases. The discussion suggests the administration is using "guilt" and "scare tactics" to blame Republicans for the cuts. Keywords: [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), budget code 050, [furloughs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furloughs.md), [border patrol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-patrol.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md) ### FAA Budget Analysis, Ray LaHood and Furlough Rules - **Episode:** [491: Pope and Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/491-pope-and-change.md) - **Published:** 2013-02-28 - **Time:** 30:49–34:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/491-pope-and-change/chapter/faa-budget-analysis-ray-lahood-and-furlough-rules.md Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood is questioned on CNN regarding FAA budget levels that remain higher than 2008 levels despite claims of impending service collapses. The segment notes that domestic flights are down 27% while the FAA budget has increased by 41%. Additionally, the number 22 is identified as the maximum number of days a government employee can be furloughed per year by contract. Keywords: [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), [ray lahood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ray-lahood.md), [air traffic controllers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-traffic-controllers.md), [furloughs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furloughs.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ### Furlough Calculations, Defense Budget Cuts, Accounting Gimmicks - **Episode:** [488: Sponsor Influence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/488-sponsor-influence.md) - **Published:** 2013-02-17 - **Time:** 1:06:42–1:09:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/488-sponsor-influence/chapter/furlough-calculations-defense-budget-cuts-accounting-gimmicks.md The hosts deconstruct claims made by defense officials regarding employee furloughs and historical budget cuts. They question how a 7% sequester leads to a 20% pay cut for workers and mock the "savings" claimed by the Pentagon through the removal of underperforming programs. The segment characterizes these budget discussions as a "show" designed to distract the public. Keywords: [furloughs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/furloughs.md), [defense budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defense-budget.md), [accounting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accounting.md), [leon panetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-panetta.md), [spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spending.md) ### California Budget Crisis and State Furloughs - **Episode:** [70: Short Changed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/70-short-changed.md) - **Published:** 2009-02-07 - **Time:** 1:01:21–1:03:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/70-short-changed/chapter/california-budget-crisis-and-state-furloughs.md California faces a $42 billion budget shortfall, leading Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to implement mandatory furloughs for 200,000 state employees. 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