# Hosni Mubarak on The No Agenda Show

Hosni Mubarak comes up in 12 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2011 to September 2012.

- **Chapters:** 12
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** January 2011 – September 2012
- **Related topics:** [Egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [Muslim Brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md), [Henry Kissinger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/henry-kissinger.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Tahrir Square](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tahrir-square.md), [Arab League](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arab-league.md), [Arab Spring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arab-spring.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [Cairo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cairo.md)

## Chapters 1–12 of 12

### John Bolton, Obama Foreign Policy Critique

- **Episode:** [444: New Red Line](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/444-new-red-line.md)
- **Published:** 2012-09-16
- **Time:** 35:59–39:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/444-new-red-line/chapter/john-bolton-obama-foreign-policy-critique.md

Former UN Ambassador John Bolton criticizes the Obama administration for abandoning loyal allies like Hosni Mubarak and allowing the Muslim Brotherhood to take power in Egypt. Bolton defends Mitt Romney's response to the embassy attacks, arguing that the administration's focus on the film ignores the underlying radical ideology of the rioters.

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### Hosni Mubarak Sentencing and Egyptian Political Farce

- **Episode:** [414: Thingamajig](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/414-thingamajig.md)
- **Published:** 2012-06-03
- **Time:** 2:11:32–2:16:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/414-thingamajig/chapter/hosni-mubarak-sentencing-and-egyptian-political-farce.md

Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak was sentenced to life in prison for his role in the deaths of protesters during the Arab Spring. However, the low voter turnout in recent elections suggests that many Egyptians view the revolution as a farce that will merely replace one "CIA shill" with another. The segment notes that despite the media narrative of a "dictator toppled," the country's economic and political stability remains in question.

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### Amr Moussa, Arab League, and Egyptian Leadership

- **Episode:** [380: Trusted Bedouin Sources](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/380-trusted-bedouin-sources.md)
- **Published:** 2012-02-05
- **Time:** 1:19:51–1:23:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/380-trusted-bedouin-sources/chapter/amr-moussa-arab-league-and-egyptian-leadership.md

Amr Moussa, the head of the Arab League and a candidate for the Egyptian presidency, is discussed regarding his role in the ouster of Hosni Mubarak. Moussa is described as an anti-Israel figure who broke from other Arab leaders to support the revolution. His rise is seen as part of a broader shift toward Islamist governance in the region.

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### Barack Obama Comedy Set, Michelle Bachmann and Tim Pawlenty

- **Episode:** [300: Show 300!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/300-show-300.md)
- **Published:** 2011-05-01
- **Time:** 18:34–23:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/300-show-300/chapter/barack-obama-comedy-set-michelle-bachmann-and-tim-pawlenty.md

President Barack Obama delivered a comedy set that the hosts believe was written by Saturday Night Live staff. Obama mocked potential Republican rivals Michelle Bachmann and Tim Pawlenty, making a play on Pawlenty's middle name and Hosni Mubarak. The hosts find it unusual and potentially inappropriate for a sitting president to use the platform to humiliate political competitors.

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### Egypt Revolution Media Coverage and Military Takeover

- **Episode:** [278: Pap Schmear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/278-pap-schmear.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-13
- **Time:** 23:58–25:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/278-pap-schmear/chapter/egypt-revolution-media-coverage-and-military-takeover.md

Media coverage of the Egyptian revolution shifted as Hosni Mubarak stepped down and the military assumed control. The transition is described as a predictable outcome previously suggested by Henry Kissinger, where the military—which maintains close ties to the U.S. military—takes over to stabilize the region. The narrative of an oppressive dictatorship is contrasted with Egypt's status as a common international vacation destination.

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### Mubarak's Billions and Swiss Bank Account Freezes

- **Episode:** [278: Pap Schmear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/278-pap-schmear.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-13
- **Time:** 2:01:55–2:04:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/278-pap-schmear/chapter/mubarak-s-billions-and-swiss-bank-account-freezes.md

Following Hosni Mubarak's resignation, reports surfaced that Switzerland had frozen his bank accounts, though critics suggest his wealth is actually held in UK-based hedge funds and real estate. The Swiss government's announcement is viewed as propaganda to maintain the appearance of banking integrity. Meanwhile, media coverage in Egypt shifted from reporting on riots to showing protesters cleaning Tahrir Square to provide a positive "real-time" conclusion for television audiences.

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### Middle East Geopolitics and the Egyptian Revolution

- **Episode:** [277: Gingerbread Nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/277-gingerbread-nation.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-10
- **Time:** 36:30–42:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/277-gingerbread-nation/chapter/middle-east-geopolitics-and-the-egyptian-revolution.md

Adam Curry shares insights from a Palestinian contact regarding the unrest in the Middle East. The contact claims the Tunisian revolution was genuine but argues the Egyptian protests were sparked specifically by Hosni Mubarak's attempt to install his son as successor and a rise in bread prices. The discussion also touches on the high rate of gun ownership in Yemen and the lack of unrest in Jordan due to fear of the police.

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### Frank Wisner, US Envoy to Egypt Controversy

- **Episode:** [276: Cleopatra Returns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/276-cleopatra-returns.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-06
- **Time:** 4:36–6:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/276-cleopatra-returns/chapter/frank-wisner-us-envoy-to-egypt-controversy.md

Frank Wisner, the U.S. envoy sent to Cairo, sparked controversy by suggesting President Hosni Mubarak should remain in power to secure his legacy. The White House subsequently distanced itself from Wisner's comments, labeling them as personal views. Speculation arises regarding whether Secretary of State Hillary Clinton intentionally recommended Wisner to undermine the Obama administration's position.

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### Vodafone, Pro-Mubarak SMS Controversy in Egypt

- **Episode:** [276: Cleopatra Returns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/276-cleopatra-returns.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-06
- **Time:** 31:11–33:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/276-cleopatra-returns/chapter/vodafone-pro-mubarak-sms-controversy-in-egypt.md

Vodafone faced criticism for suspending mobile services in Egypt and allegedly broadcasting pro-Mubarak text messages under government pressure. The hosts discuss the role of telecommunications companies as intelligence-gathering mechanisms for the state. Adam Curry suggests that outraged UK subscribers should cancel their Vodafone service to exercise consumer power.

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### Henry Kissinger Bloomberg Interview, Egyptian Political Transition

- **Episode:** [275: The New Normal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/275-the-new-normal.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-03
- **Time:** 11:01–16:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/275-the-new-normal/chapter/henry-kissinger-bloomberg-interview-egyptian-political-transition.md

Henry Kissinger appeared on Bloomberg to discuss the political upheaval in Egypt, describing Mohamed ElBaradei as a "transitory figure" who will disappear once the transition is complete. Kissinger also comments on Vice President Omar Suleiman, noting his background in intelligence and his cooperation with the United States. The hosts interpret Kissinger's remarks about "acts" and "scenes" as proof that the Egyptian revolution is following a predetermined script.

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### Egypt Protests and the Scripted Media Narrative

- **Episode:** [274: GaGa vs Bieber](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/274-gaga-vs-bieber.md)
- **Published:** 2011-01-30
- **Time:** 2:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/274-gaga-vs-bieber/chapter/egypt-protests-and-the-scripted-media-narrative.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show by suggesting the January 2011 protests in Egypt were a scripted handoff from the Tucson tragedy media cycle. They question whether Hosni Mubarak is a legitimate dictator and analyze the "pro-democracy" narrative being pushed by CNN. The hosts argue that the timing of these international events follows a pre-planned schedule to keep the public distracted.

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### Egyptian Protests, Social Media Revolutions

- **Episode:** [273: Nap for Humanity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/273-nap-for-humanity.md)
- **Published:** 2011-01-27
- **Time:** 40:22–44:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/273-nap-for-humanity/chapter/egyptian-protests-social-media-revolutions.md

Protests in Egypt, organized via Facebook and Twitter, are characterized by the hosts as a "hashtag revolution" similar to the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton publicly called for the Egyptian government to unblock social media sites. The discussion suggests the unrest may be tied to significant oil discoveries in Egypt and a geopolitical struggle involving China and India.

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