# Gamestop on The No Agenda Show Gamestop comes up in 7 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2018 to October 2021. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** December 2018 – October 2021 - **Related topics:** [Reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [Short Squeeze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-squeeze.md), [Hedge Funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hedge-funds.md), [Robinhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robinhood.md), [Short Selling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-selling.md), [Amc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amc.md), [Citadel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citadel.md), [Cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [Deadnaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deadnaming.md), [Esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### IRS $600 Reporting, GameStop Stimulus Theory - **Episode:** [1388: Sandwich Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation.md) - **Published:** 2021-10-07 - **Time:** 2:16:03–2:18:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation/chapter/irs-600-reporting-gamestop-stimulus-theory.md A theory is proposed that the IRS's proposed $600 bank account reporting threshold is a reaction to the GameStop stock surge. Billionaire Leon Cooperman previously blamed $600 stimulus checks for enabling retail investors to create a short squeeze on hedge funds. Keywords: [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), leon cooperman, [gamestop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamestop.md), [stimulus checks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-checks.md), banking privacy ### Joe Rogan Experience, ESG and GameStop Community Reactions - **Episode:** [1362: Shot to Win](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1362-shot-to-win.md) - **Published:** 2021-07-09 - **Time:** 8:08–12:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1362-shot-to-win/chapter/joe-rogan-experience-esg-and-gamestop-community-reactions.md Adam Curry reflects on his recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, noting reports of outraged Spotify staff. He discusses the positive reception from the "GameStop community" and "Apes" regarding his explanation of Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) and the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC). The segment addresses the concept of synthetic shares and the corruption within Wall Street's financial infrastructure. Keywords: [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [spotify](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spotify.md), [esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md), [gamestop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamestop.md), dtcc, [short squeeze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-squeeze.md) ### Millennial Generation and the GameStop Short Squeeze - **Episode:** [1317: Mutants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1317-mutants.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-01 - **Time:** 1:08:02–1:11:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1317-mutants/chapter/millennial-generation-and-the-gamestop-short-squeeze.md A group of millennials and "Zoomers" on the Reddit forum r/WallStreetBets successfully executed a short squeeze on GameStop stock, causing massive losses for hedge funds. This movement is framed as a rebellion by a generation that feels economically disenfranchised by the 2008 financial crisis and the current pandemic. The participants are using memes and collective action to challenge traditional Wall Street power structures. Keywords: [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [gamestop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamestop.md), wallstreetbets, [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [short squeeze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-squeeze.md), [hedge funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hedge-funds.md) ### Wall Street Reaction and Trading Restrictions - **Episode:** [1317: Mutants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1317-mutants.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-01 - **Time:** 1:11:32–1:17:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1317-mutants/chapter/wall-street-reaction-and-trading-restrictions.md Financial analysts on CNBC and former SEC officials have criticized the GameStop surge as a "platform-created frenzy" that harms the market. In response, the Robinhood trading app restricted purchases of GameStop, AMC, and 48 other stocks, citing liquidity issues and market volatility. This move sparked outrage among retail investors who accuse the platform of protecting hedge funds like Citadel. Keywords: [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [robinhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robinhood.md), [citadel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citadel.md), [gamestop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamestop.md), [amc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amc.md), [short selling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-selling.md) ### GameStop Short Squeeze, Market Mechanics Explained - **Episode:** [1316: Mark of the Mask](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1316-mark-of-the-mask.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-28 - **Time:** 2:30–5:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1316-mark-of-the-mask/chapter/gamestop-short-squeeze-market-mechanics-explained.md The mechanics of short selling are explained in the context of the GameStop market event. Investors borrow stock at a high price to sell it, hoping to buy it back cheaper later to return to the lender. Options trading is also noted as a method to amplify potential gains or losses, though shorting carries theoretically infinite risk if the stock price rises. Keywords: [gamestop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamestop.md), [short selling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-selling.md), [robinhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robinhood.md), [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md) ### Wall Street Hedge Funds, Reddit Coordination War - **Episode:** [1316: Mark of the Mask](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1316-mark-of-the-mask.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-28 - **Time:** 5:29–10:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1316-mark-of-the-mask/chapter/wall-street-hedge-funds-reddit-coordination-war.md Hedge funds faced a massive short squeeze on GameStop stock, which was reportedly shorted at 140% of available shares. Retail investors coordinated through Reddit and Telegram to drive the price up, causing multi-billion dollar losses for institutional investors. The volatility saw the stock price fluctuate between $150 and $500 as hedge funds were forced to liquidate other positions to cover their shorts. Keywords: [gamestop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamestop.md), [hedge funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hedge-funds.md), [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [wall street bets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-bets.md), [short squeeze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-squeeze.md) ### Misgendering Incident, GameStop Confrontation - **Episode:** [1099: Wobama](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-31 - **Time:** 2:20:24–2:24:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama/chapter/misgendering-incident-gamestop-confrontation.md A viral video of a transgender woman reacting aggressively to being called "sir" by a store clerk is discussed. The incident, which took place in a retail setting, involved the customer demanding a corporate number and threatening physical confrontation. 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