# Gain Of Function on The No Agenda Show

Gain Of Function comes up in 54 chapters across 50 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2020 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 54
- **Episodes:** 50
- **Discussed:** April 2020 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [Anthony Fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [Wuhan Lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [Nih](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih.md), [Rand Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [Wuhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan.md), [Wuhan Institute Of Virology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-institute-of-virology.md), [Cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [Bioweapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bioweapons.md), [Bird Flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 54

### Bret Weinstein Analyzes Potential Plague Pandemic

- **Episode:** [1911: Surpriselets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-11
- **Time:** 1:11:39–1:15:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets/chapter/bret-weinstein-analyzes-potential-plague-pandemic.md

Biologist Bret Weinstein discusses the suspicious nature of the reported plague death in Russia, suggesting that a global outbreak would imply either a psychological operation or gain-of-function enhancement. Weinstein argues that wild-type plague rarely becomes a global pandemic in the modern era. He posits that if the incident scales, it may be a coordinated effort to manipulate public fear using a disease with a high fatality rate.

Keywords: [bret weinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bret-weinstein.md), [plague](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plague.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [siberia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/siberia.md), pandemic potential

### Anthony Fauci Pardon and Gain of Function Research

- **Episode:** [1907: One Shotted](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-27
- **Time:** 42:51–45:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted/chapter/anthony-fauci-pardon-and-gain-of-function-research.md

The hosts criticize the blanket pardon granted to Dr. Anthony Fauci and the lack of a formal post-mortem on the origins of COVID-19. They discuss Senator Ron Johnson's hearings on vaccine injuries and the suppression of information by mainstream media. Jason Calacanis expresses anger over the "years taken from kids" due to pandemic policies.

Keywords: [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [ron johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-johnson.md), [pardon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pardon.md)

### Rand Paul and DOJ Criminal Charges Against Fauci

- **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-06
- **Time:** 6:26–8:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/rand-paul-and-doj-criminal-charges-against-fauci.md

Senator Rand Paul is calling for a vote on a resolution urging the Department of Justice to pursue criminal charges against Anthony Fauci. The allegations center on claims that Fauci lied about the origins of COVID-19 and his knowledge of gain-of-function research funding. Comparisons are made to the film "The Irishman" regarding the use of the Fifth Amendment in legal proceedings.

Keywords: [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [wuhan lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [josh hawley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-hawley.md)

### COVID-19 Research Ethics and Media Skepticism

- **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-06
- **Time:** 8:57–12:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/covid-19-research-ethics-and-media-skepticism.md

Public perception of Anthony Fauci shifts as leaked emails suggest he possessed early knowledge regarding low fatality rates and the lack of danger to children. The hosts argue that "gain-of-function" research is often a euphemism for bioweapon development. They also critique the current state of news consumption, noting that audiences have moved from Jon Stewart to TikTok for information.

Keywords: [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [bioweapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bioweapons.md), [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [david icke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-icke.md)

### Wuhan Lab Funding and Reputation Management

- **Episode:** [1890: Flock Off!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1890-flock-off.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-30
- **Time:** 40:00–46:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1890-flock-off/chapter/wuhan-lab-funding-and-reputation-management.md

The hosts revisit the controversy surrounding NIH funding for the Wuhan Institute of Virology and Anthony Fauci's initial denials of such support. They discuss Rand Paul's assertion that Fauci could have avoided scrutiny by admitting early mistakes regarding "gain of function" research. The segment concludes that the current political proceedings are primarily aimed at dismantling Fauci's public legacy.

Keywords: [wuhan institute of virology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-institute-of-virology.md), [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [nih](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih.md), [nih funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih-funding.md), [pandemic response](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandemic-response.md)

### Rand Paul, Anthony Fauci and the Preemptive Pardon

- **Episode:** [1881: Cow Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-28
- **Time:** 1:18:13–1:23:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel/chapter/rand-paul-anthony-fauci-and-the-preemptive-pardon.md

Senator Rand Paul is challenging the legality of a broad, preemptive pardon reportedly granted to Dr. Anthony Fauci by President Joe Biden. Paul argues that the pardon is too unspecified, covering a ten-year period without naming a specific crime. Legal analysts suggest that while the executive branch has broad pardon powers, the "auto-pen" signature and Biden's mental state raise questions about whether the pardon was "knowingly and intelligently" issued.

Keywords: [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [pardon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pardon.md)

### Tulsi Gabbard Releases Fauci and COVID-19 Intelligence Files

- **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-21
- **Time:** 54:49–59:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/tulsi-gabbard-releases-fauci-and-covid-19-intelligence-files.md

On her final day as Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard released declassified documents regarding Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in funding gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. Gabbard accused Fauci of working with politicized intelligence leaders to suppress the truth about the "unintentional lab leak" that caused the pandemic. She alleged Fauci manipulated intelligence to undermine President Trump and hide his own wrongdoing.

Keywords: [tulsi gabbard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsi-gabbard.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [dni](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dni.md), [lab leak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lab-leak.md), [wuhan institute of virology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-institute-of-virology.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md)

### Tulsi Gabbard, US-Funded Biolabs, and Gain-of-Function Research

- **Episode:** [1877: Flim Flam](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-14
- **Time:** 1:31:30–1:38:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam/chapter/tulsi-gabbard-us-funded-biolabs-and-gain-of-function-research.md

Tulsi Gabbard releases a statement alleging the existence of over 120 US-funded biolabs in 30 countries, including facilities in Ukraine. She claims the Biden administration and Dr. Anthony Fauci lied about these labs and the "dangerous gain-of-function research" conducted within them. Gabbard credits President Trump with signing an executive order in May 2025 to end federal funding for such research globally.

Keywords: [tulsi gabbard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsi-gabbard.md), biolabs, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md)

### James Erdman Testimony on CIA Analytic Manipulation

- **Episode:** [1868: Lubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-14
- **Time:** 1:26:03–1:30:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio/chapter/james-erdman-testimony-on-cia-analytic-manipulation.md

Whistleblower James Erdman testified that CIA management pressured analysts to change their findings regarding the origins of COVID-19. Despite eight out of ten scientists leaning toward a lab leak, the official line was altered. Senator Josh Hawley questioned why the Biden administration released a minimal report that contradicted findings about the Wuhan lab's research capabilities.

Keywords: james erdman, [josh hawley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-hawley.md), [wuhan lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [sars-cov-2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sars-cov-2.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md)

### HHS Chronic Disease Strategy, CDC Reform Plans

- **Episode:** [1796: Zeds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-04
- **Time:** 20:24–26:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds/chapter/hhs-chronic-disease-strategy-cdc-reform-plans.md

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlined an HHS shift from "sick care" to a "healthcare system" focusing on the root causes of chronic disease, including ultra-processed foods and fluoride in drinking water. He announced plans to end gain-of-function research and reduce animal testing. Kennedy also defended the removal of CDC officials, citing the agency's "nonsensical" policies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Keywords: [hhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hhs.md), [chronic disease](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chronic-disease.md), [fluoride](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fluoride.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md)

### Real Estate Bubble and COVID Data Skepticism

- **Episode:** [1786: Best Exit Strategies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-31
- **Time:** 1:39:37–1:41:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies/chapter/real-estate-bubble-and-covid-data-skepticism.md

The hosts reflect on their early skepticism regarding COVID-19 data, including "gain of function" research and flu case anomalies. They also discuss the World Economic Forum's "you will own nothing" prediction in the context of doubling home prices.

Keywords: [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [osterholm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osterholm.md), [exit strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exit-strategy.md)

### Dr. Peter McCullough, Lab-Grown Bird Flu Research

- **Episode:** [1747: HiFi Intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-16
- **Time:** 2:46:54–2:52:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel/chapter/dr-peter-mccullough-lab-grown-bird-flu-research.md

Dr. Peter McCullough claims that the current strain of bird flu originated from serial passage research at a USDA laboratory in Athens, Georgia. McCullough cites a peer-reviewed paper suggesting the virus was engineered to transmit easily among migratory birds and mammals. He recommends Relenza as a potential prophylactic treatment for influenza-type diseases.

Keywords: [peter mccullough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-mccullough.md), [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), clade 23446, [relenza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/relenza.md)

### Peter McCullough, H5N1 Bird Flu, Gain-of-Function Research

- **Episode:** [1726: The Fog](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-02
- **Time:** 2:31:21–2:34:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog/chapter/peter-mccullough-h5n1-bird-flu-gain-of-function-research.md

Dr. Peter McCullough claims that the current strain of H5N1 bird flu is a product of gain-of-function research conducted at the USDA Poultry Research Laboratory in Athens, Georgia. He argues the research was designed to make the virus jump from chickens to mallard ducks to facilitate its spread. McCullough is calling for an immediate ban on all gain-of-function research in the United States and a halt to funding for international labs.

Keywords: [peter mccullough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-mccullough.md), [h5n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h5n1.md), [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), athens georgia, [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md)

### Bird Flu Vaccination, Michigan Dairy Farm Research

- **Episode:** [1673: Mummy and the Dummy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-30
- **Time:** 2:39:11–2:44:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy/chapter/bird-flu-vaccination-michigan-dairy-farm-research.md

Finland became the first country to offer H5N1 bird flu vaccinations to humans, while the CDC began blood testing dairy workers in Michigan. Research is focused on identifying asymptomatic spread among farm workers who move between cattle herds. Concerns persist among some health experts that the virus could be linked to "gain of function" research or potentially introduced via future vaccine distributions.

Keywords: [h5n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h5n1.md), [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md)

### Robert Redfield, Bird Flu Gain-of-Function

- **Episode:** [1669: You-Crane](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1669-you-crane.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-16
- **Time:** 2:18:14–2:21:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1669-you-crane/chapter/robert-redfield-bird-flu-gain-of-function.md

Former CDC Director Robert Redfield warns that a bird flu pandemic is a matter of "when, not if," citing a 25-50% mortality rate. He notes that scientists in 2012 identified the five amino acid changes required for the virus to become human-to-human transmissible. Redfield expresses concern that this transition will occur in a laboratory via gain-of-function research rather than natural spillover.

Keywords: [robert redfield](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-redfield.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [amino acids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amino-acids.md), [pandemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandemic.md), [h5n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h5n1.md)

### Peter McCullough, Disease X and Bird Flu Gain-of-Function

- **Episode:** [1667: Heavy Tail](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1667-heavy-tail.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-09
- **Time:** 1:22:11–1:31:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1667-heavy-tail/chapter/peter-mccullough-disease-x-and-bird-flu-gain-of-function.md

Dr. Peter McCullough discusses "Disease X," identifying the current H5N1 bird flu strain as the likely candidate for the next mass vaccination campaign. He alleges that gain-of-function research on bird flu has been conducted for decades at the University of Wisconsin, Erasmus MC in the Netherlands, and the Southeastern Poultry Research Center in Georgia. McCullough argues that the virus is being spread by migratory mallard ducks used in experiments and that the primary threat is the incineration of poultry flocks rather than human lethality.

Keywords: [peter mccullough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-mccullough.md), [disease x](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disease-x.md), [bird flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bird-flu.md), [h5n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h5n1.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md)

### EcoHealth Alliance, Gain-of-Function Research and Rand Paul

- **Episode:** [1664: Friendshoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-30
- **Time:** 1:06:58–1:09:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring/chapter/ecohealth-alliance-gain-of-function-research-and-rand-paul.md

Congressional investigations continue to probe the $7.5 million grant awarded to EcoHealth Alliance and its ties to the Wuhan Institute of Virology. Emails from Dr. David Morens jokingly asked for "kickbacks" from Peter Daszak, highlighting the cozy relationship between grant-makers and recipients. Senator Rand Paul's previous efforts to hold Anthony Fauci accountable for lying about gain-of-function research are revisited as more evidence of corruption emerges.

Keywords: [ecohealth alliance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ecohealth-alliance.md), [wuhan lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), nih grants, [covid-19 origins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19-origins.md)

### Peter McCullough, Gain-of-Function Research and Food Security

- **Episode:** [1661: Hard Landing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1661-hard-landing.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-19
- **Time:** 44:42–47:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1661-hard-landing/chapter/peter-mccullough-gain-of-function-research-and-food-security.md

Dr. Peter McCullough alleges that the current bird flu outbreak is the result of gain-of-function research conducted in U.S. laboratories. He suggests the timing of the crisis is intended to influence the upcoming WHO global treaty and the 2024 U.S. election. McCullough warns that mass culling of poultry and cattle will lead to artificial food insecurity and increased government control over the food supply.

Keywords: [peter mccullough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-mccullough.md), [gain-of-function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md), [gavi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavi.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [food shortage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/food-shortage.md)

### Avian Flu Cover-up and Crimson Contagion Thesis

- **Episode:** [1641: Lock the Clock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1641-lock-the-clock.md)
- **Published:** 2024-03-10
- **Time:** 58:57–1:02:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1641-lock-the-clock/chapter/avian-flu-cover-up-and-crimson-contagion-thesis.md

A complex thesis suggests that COVID-19 was released to cover up a more deadly H7N9 avian flu outbreak that had been bubbling since 2013. The theory posits that "Operation Warp Speed" and the initial Moderna deal in January 2020 were actually targeting this avian flu rather than COVID-19. Documents related to "Crimson Contagion" are cited as evidence of a pre-planned Department of Defense response to a different viral threat.

Keywords: [avian flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/avian-flu.md), [h7n9](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h7n9.md), crimson contagion, [moderna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moderna.md), [gain of function](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gain-of-function.md)

### Robert Redfield, Gain-of-Function Research Moratorium

- **Episode:** [1626: Dingbat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat.md)
- **Published:** 2024-01-18
- **Time:** 1:33:39–1:38:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat/chapter/robert-redfield-gain-of-function-research-moratorium.md

Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield called for a moratorium on gain-of-function research, arguing that the COVID-19 pandemic was likely a consequence of a laboratory leak. Redfield criticized the NIH and CDC for a lack of transparency and for failing to aggressively investigate the lab leak hypothesis in early 2020. The hosts discuss the possibility that the pandemic was used to cover up the accidental release of a bioweapon.

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