# Global on The No Agenda Show Global comes up in 1060 chapters across 770 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2007 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 1060 - **Episodes:** 770 - **Discussed:** November 2007 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [United Nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Al Gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [Nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [Bill Gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 1060 ### The ARC Theory and the Rise of the Middle East - **Episode:** [1907: One Shotted](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-27 - **Time:** 1:51:02–1:53:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted/chapter/the-arc-theory-and-the-rise-of-the-middle-east.md Adam Curry discusses the "ARC" theory (America, Russia, China) while Jason Calacanis argues that Russia is fading in importance compared to the rising economic power of Saudi Arabia and the UAE. These Middle Eastern nations are aggressively diversifying their economies away from oil by 2050, investing heavily in Western tech, sports, and real estate to ensure future stability. Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [uae](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uae.md), petro economy, [globalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalism.md) ### Historical Global Panics and the Push for Global Governance - **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-17 - **Time:** 9:14–13:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/historical-global-panics-and-the-push-for-global-governance.md A review of historical "moral panics" includes the population bomb, global cooling, the ozone hole, and climate change, framing them as tools used to justify global regulation. The current AI narrative is presented as the latest attempt to establish international oversight through organizations like a proposed World AI Organization, similar to the World Health Organization. Keywords: [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [nord stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nord-stream.md), [global cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md) ### Vaping Culture, Customs Inspection Anecdote - **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-27 - **Time:** 1:41:49–1:45:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/vaping-culture-customs-inspection-anecdote.md The hosts discuss their shared interest in vaping and the technical aspects of building coils using "Cotton Bacon." Adam Curry recounts a humorous customs inspection in Minneapolis where agents mistook his vaping cotton for an agricultural meat product. Keywords: [vaping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaping.md), cotton bacon, [customs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/customs.md), [global entry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-entry.md), [minneapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minneapolis.md) ### AI Data Annotation, Global Digital Sweatshops - **Episode:** [1897: Caconian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-23 - **Time:** 25:18–28:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian/chapter/ai-data-annotation-global-digital-sweatshops.md A report describes the "army of millions" in the Global South performing manual data annotation for AI companies, labeling images for autonomous vehicles. Adam Curry pushes back against the "sweatshop" narrative, citing his experience with the Sphinx app and Lightning payments. He explains how workers in the Philippines were able to earn micro-payments for these tasks to buy essential goods. Keywords: data annotation, [global south](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-south.md), digital sweatshops, [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), sphinx ### Helicopter Money and Global Economic Stimulus - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 1:42:56–1:44:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/helicopter-money-and-global-economic-stimulus.md The concept of "helicopter payments" is discussed as a potential cure for a global economic slowdown, with reports from Sky News suggesting the idea is gaining traction in Ireland. While the term is metaphorical for central bank stimulus, the hosts joke about literal helicopters dropping bags of money to "waifs" on the ground. Keywords: [helicopter money](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helicopter-money.md), [sky news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sky-news.md), [global economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-economy.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ireland.md) ### The 2000 Consumer Electronics Show Wine Prank - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 51:37–53:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/the-2000-consumer-electronics-show-wine-prank.md Will Hearst recounts a humorous story from the 2000 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Dvorak led a group of wealthy investors to the Bellagio for dinner, where he proceeded to order thousands of dollars worth of expensive wine on their tab. Hearst describes Dvorak "skinning them alive" while entertaining the table with expert commentary on the wine's "nose" and characteristics. Keywords: ces 2000, [bellagio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bellagio.md), [wine list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wine-list.md), [globalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalism.md), investors ### Global Meetup Schedule and First Responder Connection - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 5:57:06–6:00:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/global-meetup-schedule-and-first-responder-connection.md Sir Ducifer promotes a major memorial meetup at Crousey Springs in Spicewood, Texas, to celebrate the life of John C. Dvorak. The hosts read an extensive list of upcoming meetups scheduled through November in locations ranging from Bangkok to Amsterdam. The segment emphasizes that meetup attendees serve as "first responders" for one another in times of emergency. Keywords: crousey springs, spicewood texas, [noagendameetups.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noagendameetups-com.md), [first responders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-responders.md), global meetups ### AI Economic Payoff, Recession Risks - **Episode:** [1885: Adult Day Care](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-12 - **Time:** 1:13:38–1:15:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care/chapter/ai-economic-payoff-recession-risks.md Apollo Global Management chief economist Torsten Slok warns that a delay in the financial payoff from AI investments could trigger an economic recession. The stock market's current valuation relies on the net present value of future cash flows from AI, and there is growing concern that revenues for "hyperscalers" are not materializing fast enough to justify massive infrastructure spending. Keywords: [apollo global management](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apollo-global-management.md), torsten slok, [recession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recession.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [ai investment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-investment.md) ### Global Defense Bank, Canadian Military Aid, and Banker Wars - **Episode:** [1884: Code Brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1884-code-brown.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-09 - **Time:** 1:20:08–1:27:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1884-code-brown/chapter/global-defense-bank-canadian-military-aid-and-banker-wars.md Andrew Rasoulis joins the discussion to explain Canada's role in the upcoming NATO summit and the proposal for a "Global Defense Bank." This institution, championed by "banker's banker" Mark Carney, would provide inexpensive loans for military procurement. Canada is reportedly backing an $80 billion military aid package for Ukraine, which the hosts argue is a way for central bankers to profit from "banker wars" while taxpayers foot the bill. Keywords: [mark carney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-carney.md), global defense bank, [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [world bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-bank.md) ### Katie Couric, Transient Global Amnesia, and Vax-Induced Memory Loss - **Episode:** [1884: Code Brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1884-code-brown.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-09 - **Time:** 1:36:00–1:39:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1884-code-brown/chapter/katie-couric-transient-global-amnesia-and-vax-induced-memory-loss.md Journalist Katie Couric revealed she suffered from "Transient Global Amnesia" (TGA) during the Aspen Ideas Festival, leaving her unable to remember the month or year. While medical experts describe TGA as a benign condition affecting people aged 50 to 70, the hosts speculate on potential links to COVID-19 vaccinations. They note the coincidence of Couric believing Joe Biden was still president during her episode. Keywords: [katie couric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-couric.md), transient global amnesia, [aspen ideas festival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspen-ideas-festival.md), [memory loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memory-loss.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [migraines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migraines.md) ### Leon Black, Jeffrey Epstein and Congressional Subpoenas - **Episode:** [1881: Cow Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-28 - **Time:** 1:05:03–1:08:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel/chapter/leon-black-jeffrey-epstein-and-congressional-subpoenas.md Apollo Global Management founder Leon Black was served with two subpoenas by the House Oversight Committee after refusing to answer questions about non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) related to Jeffrey Epstein. The subpoenas demand a deposition on July 16th and the disclosure of all NDAs Black is party to. Black's attorney maintains that his client never engaged in sex trafficking or abuse and that the payments to Epstein were legitimate. Keywords: [leon black](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-black.md), [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [house oversight committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-oversight-committee.md), [nda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nda.md), [apollo global management](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apollo-global-management.md) ### Globalist Reactions and the "Memorandum of Lack of Understanding" - **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-21 - **Time:** 25:54–30:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/globalist-reactions-and-the-memorandum-of-lack-of-understanding.md The Council on Foreign Relations and Chatham House have echoed criticisms of the Iran deal, with the latter mockingly referring to it as the "Memorandum of Lack of Understanding." Analysts suggest Trump has lost a "war of choice" and handed Iran the ability to hold the global economy hostage via the Strait of Hormuz. Susan Rice continues to advocate for a return to traditional diplomacy, despite her own history with the region's conflicts. Keywords: [chatham house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatham-house.md), [council on foreign relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/council-on-foreign-relations.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [global economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-economy.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md) ### Customs and Border Patrol Interrogation Regarding Cash Smuggling - **Episode:** [1868: Lubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-14 - **Time:** 2:46–6:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio/chapter/customs-and-border-patrol-interrogation-regarding-cash-smuggling.md Adam Curry describes a detailed encounter with Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents upon re-entering the United States. Despite having Global Entry, Curry and his wife were pulled aside for a bag search after he made a joke about looking like diamond smugglers. He notes that agents seemed specifically focused on finding large amounts of cash, leading to speculation about a potential counterfeit currency ring in Europe. Keywords: [cbp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbp.md), [global entry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-entry.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), cash smuggling, [counterfeit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterfeit.md), [biometrics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biometrics.md) ### Pandemic War Games and Event 201 Comparisons - **Episode:** [1867: Transmission Window](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1867-transmission-window.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-10 - **Time:** 39:22–40:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1867-transmission-window/chapter/pandemic-war-games-and-event-201-comparisons.md Reflecting on the origins of COVID-19, the hosts discuss "Event 201" and similar pandemic simulation exercises. They suggest that current viral outbreaks are being "tabletopped" or wargamed by the same global entities to potentially influence political outcomes and maintain control. Keywords: [event 201](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/event-201.md), [war games](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-games.md), [pandemic response](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pandemic-response.md), [global order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-order.md), [political strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-strategy.md) ### Producer Contributions, Executive Producer Credits, Global Cooling - **Episode:** [1858: Nut Spread](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1858-nut-spread.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-09 - **Time:** 2:02:32–2:18:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1858-nut-spread/chapter/producer-contributions-executive-producer-credits-global-cooling.md The show acknowledges significant financial contributions from producers, including Tyler O'Brien, Sean Stedman, and Archduchess Kim. These "Value for Value" donations support the show's infrastructure and earn producers titles such as Executive or Associate Executive Producer. The segment also mentions a blog post by a University of Washington professor regarding major global cooling over the past two years, a topic the hosts have covered for nearly two decades. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [global cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md), [university of washington](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-washington.md) ### Houthi Threats to Bab el-Mandeb Strait - **Episode:** [1853: Anglo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1853-anglo.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-22 - **Time:** 26:30–29:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1853-anglo/chapter/houthi-threats-to-bab-el-mandeb-strait.md Houthi rebels in Yemen have threatened to block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical maritime corridor connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden. The group stated they would target vessels belonging to nations conducting strikes against Iran, Lebanon, or Palestine. This move threatens to further disrupt global energy shipments between Europe, Asia, and Africa. Keywords: [houthis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houthis.md), [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), bab el-mandeb, [red sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-sea.md), [global trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-trade.md) ### China Strategic Oil Stockpiling and Economic Challenges - **Episode:** [1853: Anglo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1853-anglo.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-22 - **Time:** 1:18:13–1:20:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1853-anglo/chapter/china-strategic-oil-stockpiling-and-economic-challenges.md China has reportedly stockpiled a three-to-four-month supply of crude oil to insulate itself from the Middle East conflict. While the country is pushing toward renewables and electric vehicles, it remains concerned about the impact of a protracted war on global trade. Beijing's primary focus is maintaining export routes to the Global South and Africa to support its domestic economy. Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md), [oil reserves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-reserves.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [global south](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-south.md) ### Global News Toronto, Trump Foreign Policy Critique - **Episode:** [1852: Jell-No!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-19 - **Time:** 16:52–19:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no/chapter/global-news-toronto-trump-foreign-policy-critique.md A report from Global News Toronto features correspondent Eric Sorensen criticizing Donald Trump's "strategically incoherent" approach to the Iran war. The segment highlights resistance from French President Emmanuel Macron regarding the Strait of Hormuz and notes that international allies have little appetite to assist the U.S. Experts warn that Iran's geography allows it to protract the conflict using unsophisticated weapons. Keywords: eric sorensen, [global news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-news.md), [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md) ### Petrodollar Stability and China's Constructive Role - **Episode:** [1851: Mork & Mimi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1851-mork-mimi.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-15 - **Time:** 32:32–34:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1851-mork-mimi/chapter/petrodollar-stability-and-china-s-constructive-role.md The potential for a decade of prosperity is discussed, contingent on the US successfully managing the "petrodollar scam" through new financial tools. By reducing the $5 to $15 "risk premium" per barrel of oil typically captured by Wall Street and London, the US aims to stabilize the global economy. China is identified as a necessary partner in this effort due to its heavy reliance on energy flows through the Persian Gulf. Keywords: [petrodollar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/petrodollar.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [global economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-economy.md), risk premium ### Corporate Resignations, Epstein File Fallout, Global Distrust - **Episode:** [1845: Slave Slab](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1845-slave-slab.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-22 - **Time:** 30:04–33:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1845-slave-slab/chapter/corporate-resignations-epstein-file-fallout-global-distrust.md A wave of resignations and public scrutiny has hit high-profile figures named in the Epstein files, including Brad Karp of Paul and Weiss and Kathy Rumler of Goldman Sachs. 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