# House Of Cards on The No Agenda Show

House Of Cards comes up in 41 chapters across 36 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2009 to September 2026.

- **Chapters:** 41
- **Episodes:** 36
- **Discussed:** February 2009 – September 2026
- **Related topics:** [Netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [Dana Brunetti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dana-brunetti.md), [Kevin Spacey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-spacey.md), [Binge Watching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/binge-watching.md), [Charlie Rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [Fifty Shades Of Grey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifty-shades-of-grey.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [London](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [Net Neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 41

### Adam Curry and Dana Brunetti Introduction

- **Episode:** [1906: Name Drop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-24
- **Time:** 0:00–8:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop/chapter/adam-curry-and-dana-brunetti-introduction.md

Adam Curry introduces guest co-host Dana Brunetti, a former Hollywood producer known for House of Cards and The Social Network. The two discuss Brunetti's transition from the film industry to ranching and his recurring role on the show. They touch upon the competitive nature of guest hosts including Jason Calacanis and Rob Dew.

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### House of Cards and the Launch of Netflix Streaming

- **Episode:** [1903: Non-Practicing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-13
- **Time:** 24:19–30:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing/chapter/house-of-cards-and-the-launch-of-netflix-streaming.md

Dana Brunetti recounts the creation of the American version of House of Cards with director David Fincher. He explains how the project moved to Netflix after HBO refused to skip the pilot process for a full series commitment. Brunetti notes that Kevin Spacey initially misunderstood the streaming concept, believing the show was being produced specifically for DVD distribution.

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### Dana Brunetti Guest Announcement, Show Outro

- **Episode:** [1902: The MTV Chronicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1902-the-mtv-chronicles.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-10
- **Time:** 1:47:29–1:49:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1902-the-mtv-chronicles/chapter/dana-brunetti-guest-announcement-show-outro.md

The episode concludes with an announcement that Hollywood producer Dana Brunetti will guest co-host the upcoming Sunday show. Curry reflects on the "MTV Chronicles" segments and hints at the possibility of writing a memoir about his experiences in the music industry.

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### Outro and Sign-Off, Known Addictive Products Deep Dive

- **Episode:** [1854: Rackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-26
- **Time:** 2:30:57–2:35:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout/chapter/outro-and-sign-off-known-addictive-products-deep-dive.md

The program concludes with a thank you to Dana Brunetti and a preview of the "Random Thoughts" podcast focusing on addictive products. The hosts sign off from Texas and California, reminding listeners of the upcoming meetup in Fredericksburg on April 11th. The final segments feature the traditional "Value for Value" song and humorous banter regarding the show's production and the hosts' health.

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### Hollywood Awards, Dana Brunetti and AI Movies

- **Episode:** [1743: MAGAREXIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1743-magarexia.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-02
- **Time:** 1:30:55–1:33:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1743-magarexia/chapter/hollywood-awards-dana-brunetti-and-ai-movies.md

Producer Dana Brunetti is reportedly exploring the use of AI in filmmaking, potentially "poaching" talent from the independent podcasting community. The discussion covers current Oscar favorites like "A Real Pain" and "Enora." Brunetti's past work on "House of Cards" and "Fifty Shades of Grey" is noted as he moves into new technology-driven ventures.

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### Dana Brunetti Donation, Elon Musk Switcheroo and Tip of the Day

- **Episode:** [1731: Cyber Timebombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-19
- **Time:** 2:40:05–2:44:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs/chapter/dana-brunetti-donation-elon-musk-switcheroo-and-tip-of-the-day.md

Hollywood producer Dana Brunetti sent a donation and requested a "switcheroo" credit for his friend Elon Musk. The note also teased the upcoming "Tip of the Day" regarding online privacy and data security. The hosts discuss Musk's recent public image and rumors regarding his gaming skills, while acknowledging Brunetti's successful career in film and television production.

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### NPR Podcast Struggles, Showrunner Credits Explained

- **Episode:** [1699: Entomophagy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-29
- **Time:** 24:13–26:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1699-entomophagy/chapter/npr-podcast-struggles-showrunner-credits-explained.md

A discussion regarding the financial difficulties of NPR's podcast division and the specific role of a "showrunner" in television and audio production. The technicality of how showrunners are listed in credits—typically as the last executive producer before the writer—is explained using Dana Brunetti's work on House of Cards as an example.

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### Dana Brunetti Interview, Hollywood Resignation Letters, HUAC

- **Episode:** [1555: AMAD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1555-amad.md)
- **Published:** 2023-05-14
- **Time:** 13:16–15:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1555-amad/chapter/dana-brunetti-interview-hollywood-resignation-letters-huac.md

Producer Dana Brunetti shares insights into the current state of Hollywood, describing a culture where producers express anti-American sentiments during Zoom meetings. The discussion touches on Brunetti's work on "House of Cards" and "50 Shades of Grey" while suggesting a need for a modern version of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC). A group photo featuring the hosts and Brunetti is jokingly critiqued for a "creepy" facial expression.

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### Kevin Spacey Verdict and Dana Brunetti's Hollywood Influence

- **Episode:** [1497: Bug Peeps](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps.md)
- **Published:** 2022-10-23
- **Time:** 1:51:43–1:57:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps/chapter/kevin-spacey-verdict-and-dana-brunetti-s-hollywood-influence.md

Actor Kevin Spacey was found not liable in a $40 million sexual battery lawsuit brought by Anthony Rapp. The jury took less than 90 minutes to reach the verdict, which Spacey's team attributed to the "naked truth." The hosts discuss Spacey's career, his connection to producer Dana Brunetti through "House of Cards," and his early acting roles in the series "Wise Guy."

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### Dana Brunetti and Hollywood Industry Shame

- **Episode:** [1301: BINO](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1301-bino.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-06
- **Time:** 1:44:54–1:52:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1301-bino/chapter/dana-brunetti-and-hollywood-industry-shame.md

Hollywood producer Dana Brunetti donated $199.99, noting that he avoids "Associate Executive Producer" credits to protect his standing in the industry. He recently sold a show to IMDb TV, which is owned by Amazon. John Dvorak discusses an upcoming wine tasting with Brunetti at the high-end Verité winery in Sonoma County.

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### Sir Largeman, Show 704 Retrospective

- **Episode:** [1295: Shred and Burn](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1295-shred-and-burn.md)
- **Published:** 2020-11-16
- **Time:** 2:03:53–2:06:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1295-shred-and-burn/chapter/sir-largeman-show-704-retrospective.md

Sir Largeman, Baron of Bali, revisited episode 704 from 2015, noting how topics like Ukraine and net neutrality remain relevant. He requested a variety of classic jingles from the show's archive, including those related to the Zika and Ebola outbreaks, to encourage producers to dig deeper into the show's history.

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### Dana Brunetti and Hollywood Producer Credits

- **Episode:** [1293: Covidiots](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1293-covidiots.md)
- **Published:** 2020-11-09
- **Time:** 1:53:08–1:56:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1293-covidiots/chapter/dana-brunetti-and-hollywood-producer-credits.md

Hollywood producer Dana Brunetti sent a note to the show clarifying his credits, which include "The Social Network," "Captain Phillips," and "House of Cards." He joked that "Fifty Shades of Grey" pays the bills but noted his pride in his award-winning work. The hosts discuss the legitimacy of No Agenda executive producer titles compared to traditional Hollywood credits.

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### Hollywood Producer Dana Brunetti, Joseph McCarthy History

- **Episode:** [1288: Croaker](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1288-croaker.md)
- **Published:** 2020-10-22
- **Time:** 1:56:22–2:01:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1288-croaker/chapter/hollywood-producer-dana-brunetti-joseph-mccarthy-history.md

Dana Brunetti, the high-profile producer of "House of Cards" and "The Social Network," is revealed as a listener and donor who carries a Glock on his hip at his Northern California farm. Another donor, Brian Ellis, recommends a book on Joseph McCarthy by Arthur Herman, drawing parallels between 1950s media bias and current events.

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### Vegas Superspreader Meetup, Dana Brunetti Executive Credit

- **Episode:** [1288: Croaker](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1288-croaker.md)
- **Published:** 2020-10-22
- **Time:** 2:01:55–2:08:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1288-croaker/chapter/vegas-superspreader-meetup-dana-brunetti-executive-credit.md

Sir Patrick Coble reports on the success of the "Vegas Superspreader" meetup, while Dana Brunetti's donation earns him an associate executive producer credit for the episode. The hosts joke about Brunetti's "Hollywood douchiness" and the potential for the show to be listed on his IMDB page.

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### House of Cards, Robin Wright, CNN Media Ethics

- **Episode:** [1084: Complex Instrument](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1084-complex-instrument.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-10
- **Time:** 2:27–5:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1084-complex-instrument/chapter/house-of-cards-robin-wright-cnn-media-ethics.md

The final season of the Netflix series House of Cards features Robin Wright as the first female president, utilizing significant virtue signaling through an all-female cabinet. The production is criticized for its ethical ambiguity as several real-life CNN anchors appear as themselves to report on fictional events. This crossover between real news personalities and scripted drama is characterized as a confusing form of media fakery.

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### Kevin Spacey Investigation at The Old Vic Theater

- **Episode:** [983: 3 Belts No Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/983-3-belts-no-road.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-19
- **Time:** 34:11–38:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/983-3-belts-no-road/chapter/kevin-spacey-investigation-at-the-old-vic-theater.md

The Old Vic theater in London concludes an investigation into Kevin Spacey, identifying 20 counts of alleged inappropriate behavior between 1995 and 2013. The theater attributes the silence of victims to a "cult of personality" surrounding Spacey during his tenure as artistic director. The hosts discuss Spacey's impact on the theater's prosperity and speculate on whether his move to streaming services like Netflix made him a target for the traditional industry.

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### The Wire and House of Cards Series Longevity

- **Episode:** [983: 3 Belts No Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/983-3-belts-no-road.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-19
- **Time:** 38:35–41:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/983-3-belts-no-road/chapter/the-wire-and-house-of-cards-series-longevity.md

A discussion on television quality focuses on "The Wire" and "House of Cards," with the hosts arguing that both shows were narratively designed for a single season. They criticize the "shoehorning" of subsequent seasons for financial gain, which they believe diluted the original impact of the stories. This leads to a brief mention of Jeffrey Tambor's "method acting" defense regarding his own misconduct allegations.

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### Kevin Spacey Criminal Investigation, House of Cards Allegations

- **Episode:** [979: Donna Gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-05
- **Time:** 28:56–33:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate/chapter/kevin-spacey-criminal-investigation-house-of-cards-allegations.md

British police are investigating a 2008 sexual assault allegation against Kevin Spacey during his tenure at the Old Vic Theatre. Eight additional accusers from the set of House of Cards have come forward with claims of non-consensual touching and a toxic work environment. Spacey's decision to come out as gay simultaneously with these allegations is criticized by the gay community as an attempt to conflate pedophilia with homosexuality.

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### ABC News Investigation into the St. Petersburg Troll Factory

- **Episode:** [978: House of Trolls](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-05
- **Time:** 1:08:04–1:14:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls/chapter/abc-news-investigation-into-the-st-petersburg-troll-factory.md

ABC News reporter Dan Harris attempted to gain access to a "troll factory" in St. Petersburg, Russia, where employees are reportedly paid to influence American politics. Former employee Ludmila Savchuk described a workplace where staff created fictional characters to post on social media. Another ex-troll claimed that employees were required to watch the Netflix show "House of Cards" to better understand American political culture.

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### Robin Wright, House of Cards Pay Dispute

- **Episode:** [826: Ten Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times.md)
- **Published:** 2016-05-19
- **Time:** 2:39:10–2:45:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/826-ten-times/chapter/robin-wright-house-of-cards-pay-dispute.md

Actress Robin Wright publicly negotiated a pay raise for her role in "House of Cards" by threatening to go public with pay discrepancies between her and co-star Kevin Spacey. While framed as an equal pay victory, the discussion notes that Spacey was an executive producer and that the industry is already strictly regulated by the SAG-AFTRA union. The move is seen as a PR stunt aligned with Hillary Clinton's campaign themes.

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