# Golden Dome on The No Agenda Show

Golden Dome comes up in 11 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2025 to September 2026.

- **Chapters:** 11
- **Episodes:** 11
- **Discussed:** February 2025 – September 2026
- **Related topics:** [Missile Defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md), [Space Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [Drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [Iron Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-dome.md), [Nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [Pete Hegseth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-hegseth.md), [Armistice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/armistice.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communism.md), [Defense Spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defense-spending.md)

## Chapters 1–11 of 11

### US Space Force and Golden Dome Missile Defense

- **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-17
- **Time:** 43:34–47:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/us-space-force-and-golden-dome-missile-defense.md

Air Force Secretary Troy Meink acknowledges the existence of U.S. weapons in space designed to protect orbital assets from Russia and China. This disclosure is linked to President Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense plan, which echoes the Reagan-era "Star Wars" program and involves space-based interceptors.

Keywords: [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), troy meink, [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [star wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-wars.md), [ronald reagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronald-reagan.md)

### Trump Unveils Golden Dome Missile Defense Plan

- **Episode:** [1857: Teen Takeover](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-05
- **Time:** 38:56–41:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover/chapter/trump-unveils-golden-dome-missile-defense-plan.md

President Trump introduced the "Golden Dome," a $175 billion national missile defense system inspired by Israel's Iron Dome. Managed by Space Force General Michael Gutlein, the project aims to integrate defense systems from the seabed to space within three years, though funding depends on a pending reconciliation bill.

Keywords: [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [iron dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-dome.md), [pete hegseth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-hegseth.md), michael gutlein, [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md), [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md)

### Mark Rutte, NATO and the Greenland Framework

- **Episode:** [1838: Coup Afoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-29
- **Time:** 1:44:59–1:48:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot/chapter/mark-rutte-nato-and-the-greenland-framework.md

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized Europe's dependence on U.S. military support while addressing the European Parliament. Concurrently, a framework for a deal regarding Greenland is emerging, which would allow the U.S. to create "pockets of American soil" for military facilities. This updated pact aims to support Donald Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense program while technically respecting Danish and Greenlandic sovereignty.

Keywords: [mark rutte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-rutte.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [greenland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenland.md), [denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md)

### NATO Defense Capability Deadline and Lockheed Martin

- **Episode:** [1823: Secretary of Egg](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1823-secretary-of-egg.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-07
- **Time:** 1:11:05–1:13:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1823-secretary-of-egg/chapter/nato-defense-capability-deadline-and-lockheed-martin.md

The Pentagon has reportedly informed European diplomats that they have until 2027 to take over primary responsibility for NATO's defense capabilities, including intelligence and troop deployments. Failure to meet this deadline could result in the US withdrawing from certain coordination mechanisms. This shift coincides with Lockheed Martin receiving a major contract for the "Golden Dome" missile defense system.

Keywords: [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [lockheed martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockheed-martin.md), [defense spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defense-spending.md), [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missiles.md)

### Department of Defense Source and Hegseth Praise

- **Episode:** [1810: golfball](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1810-golfball.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-23
- **Time:** 1:38:35–1:40:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1810-golfball/chapter/department-of-defense-source-and-hegseth-praise.md

A new acquaintance working in advanced weapons procurement at the Department of Defense is described as a possible source. He reportedly says Pentagon staff like Hegseth and support the Department of War framing, while teasing hints about future military projects.

Keywords: [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), hegseth, [fredericksburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fredericksburg.md), [procurement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/procurement.md), [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md)

### Golden Dome, Missile Defense and Canadian Annexation

- **Episode:** [1804: Mucho Retardo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1804-mucho-retardo.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-02
- **Time:** 15:03–16:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1804-mucho-retardo/chapter/golden-dome-missile-defense-and-canadian-annexation.md

President Donald Trump provided an update on the "Golden Dome" missile defense shield, claiming it will be the most sophisticated in the world. Trump also mentioned a conversation with Canadian leadership regarding the shield, jokingly suggesting Canada join the United States as the 51st state to receive the defense system for free.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md)

### Drone Warfare Training, Golden Dome Boondoggle

- **Episode:** [1771: Home Depotation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-08
- **Time:** 1:56:26–2:03:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation/chapter/drone-warfare-training-golden-dome-boondoggle.md

The U.S. military has established the Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems University (JCU) at Fort Sill to train troops in anti-drone tactics. This coincides with a push for a "Golden Dome" defense system, which the hosts characterize as a massive boondoggle for the military-industrial complex. Speculation arises that an armistice in Ukraine may be imminent once defense contracts are finalized.

Keywords: [drone warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-warfare.md), fort sill, jcu, [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [military-industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [armistice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/armistice.md)

### JCO, Lieutenant Colonel Roshenko, Counter-Drone Homeland Defense

- **Episode:** [1770: Control Grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-05
- **Time:** 40:22–48:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid/chapter/jco-lieutenant-colonel-roshenko-counter-drone-homeland-defense.md

Lieutenant Colonel Roshenko of the Joint Counter Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office (JCO) detailed the challenges of protecting the U.S. homeland from asymmetric drone threats. Recent large-scale tabletop exercises involving thirty agencies highlighted the need for better coordination with the FAA and the implementation of point-of-sale registration for small drones. The JCO is advocating for the deployment of "FS Lids" interceptors and Coyote missiles to create an internal "Golden Dome" defense system against autonomous aerial threats.

Keywords: jco, [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), homeland defense, [faa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faa.md), coyote missile, [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md)

### Hispanic Swing Vote, Drone Defense

- **Episode:** [1769: Mr. Umami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1769-mr-umami.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-01
- **Time:** 2:51:40–2:55:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1769-mr-umami/chapter/hispanic-swing-vote-drone-defense.md

Hispanic voters from socialist or communist countries are increasingly seen as a conservative swing group that supports Republican policies. In security news, the recent drone attacks in Russia have sparked debate over the effectiveness of "Golden Dome" defense systems. Experts warn that U.S. infrastructure remains vulnerable to low-tech attacks from individuals using drones or simple vehicles.

Keywords: [hispanic voters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hispanic-voters.md), [communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communism.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md)

### SpaceX and Defense as a Service (DaaS)

- **Episode:** [1757: Word Veto](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-20
- **Time:** 1:04:35–1:07:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto/chapter/spacex-and-defense-as-a-service-daas.md

SpaceX, in partnership with Palantir and Anduril, is bidding to build the "Golden Dome" missile defense system using a satellite-based shield. The proposal introduces a "subscription model" for national defense, referred to by the hosts as "Defense as a Service" (DaaS). This model would involve the Pentagon paying for access to a satellite network equipped with tracking and directed energy weapons rather than owning the hardware outright.

Keywords: [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), anduril, [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md)

### Golden Dome Defense System, Space-Based Interceptors

- **Episode:** [1739: Hypophora](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-16
- **Time:** 1:07:57–1:14:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora/chapter/golden-dome-defense-system-space-based-interceptors.md

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced plans to include funding for a "Golden Dome" or "Iron Dome" missile defense system in the FY26 budget. Rocket scientist Arie Satcher clarified that while "Iron Dome" is a metaphor, the U.S. version would likely involve space-based interceptors to counter ICBMs from Russia, China, and North Korea. The project is linked to the military-industrial complex, with major contractors like Raytheon and Boeing expected to lead development.

Keywords: [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [iron dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-dome.md), [pete hegseth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-hegseth.md), [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [raytheon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raytheon.md)

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