# Howard University on The No Agenda Show Howard University comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2012 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** June 2012 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Chris Matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [Abby Martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abby-martin.md), [Ados](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ados.md), [Basketball](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/basketball.md), [Bison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bison.md), [Colorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorism.md), [Constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Sherrilyn Ifill, Refounding American Democracy - **Episode:** [1883: Orgy of Socialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1883-orgy-of-socialism.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-05 - **Time:** 30:39–31:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1883-orgy-of-socialism/chapter/sherrilyn-ifill-refounding-american-democracy.md Sherrilyn Ifill, former president of the Legal Defense Fund and current Howard University law professor, suggests that the United States needs to be "founded a third time." She argues that the 250th anniversary presents an opportunity for a new iteration of American democracy. The hosts compare her rhetoric to the decline of PBS NewsHour following the departure of her aunt, Gwen Ifill. Keywords: sherrilyn ifill, [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [gwen ifill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gwen-ifill.md) ### White Supremacy, Biden Howard University Speech and Gun Control - **Episode:** [1556: Uncertainty Complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1556-uncertainty-complex.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-18 - **Time:** 1:09:45–1:14:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1556-uncertainty-complex/chapter/white-supremacy-biden-howard-university-speech-and-gun-control.md President Joe Biden labeled white supremacy the "most dangerous terrorist threat" to the US during a commencement speech at Howard University. In a separate push for gun control, former President Barack Obama claimed Australia has not had a mass shooting in 50 years, a statement fact-checkers noted is incorrect as the Port Arthur massacre occurred in 1996. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), [white supremacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-supremacy.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md) ### Kamala Harris Howard University Speech, Bison Basketball - **Episode:** [1539: Putinoids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-19 - **Time:** 3:02:30–3:03:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids/chapter/kamala-harris-howard-university-speech-bison-basketball.md Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a locker room speech to the Howard University basketball team after a significant loss. The speech is criticized as a "word salad" that failed to provide genuine inspiration to the athletes. The segment concludes with a final mockery of Harris's public speaking style and the show's signature "stay focused" catchphrase. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), [bison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bison.md), [basketball](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/basketball.md), [word salad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/word-salad.md), bison pride ### Brown Paper Bag Test, Historical Colorism - **Episode:** [1348: Belching Freon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1348-belching-freon.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-20 - **Time:** 3:07:12–3:08:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1348-belching-freon/chapter/brown-paper-bag-test-historical-colorism.md The "brown paper bag test" was a historical form of colorism used in some African American institutions, such as Howard University, to determine social eligibility based on skin tone. This topic was explored in depth on the "Mo Facts with Adam Curry" podcast, illustrating that internal racial prejudices have a long and complex history. Keywords: brown paper bag test, [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), [colorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorism.md), [mo facts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mo-facts.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md) ### Howard University Radio, ADOS Movement vs. Dr. Greg Carr - **Episode:** [1152: Veergayin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1152-veergayin.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-07 - **Time:** 1:03:29–1:08:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1152-veergayin/chapter/howard-university-radio-ados-movement-vs-dr-greg-carr.md An exchange on Howard University radio features a caller from the ADOS movement challenging Dr. Greg Carr on the political identity of Kamala Harris and Cory Booker. Dr. Carr dismisses the caller's focus on lineage as "weaponized ignorance," leading to a debate over black political agendas. Keywords: [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), greg carr, [ados](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ados.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [reparations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reparations.md), weaponized ignorance ### Kamala Harris, Cultural Appropriation and 2020 Prospects - **Episode:** [1106: Smart Wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-25 - **Time:** 1:59:23–2:05:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall/chapter/kamala-harris-cultural-appropriation-and-2020-prospects.md Kamala Harris is identified as the "Silicon Valley candidate" due to her family ties to Uber and MSNBC. The discussion accuses her of "cultural appropriation" for positioning herself as African American despite growing up in Canada with Jamaican and Indian parents. A bet is made that her lack of a traditional African American experience will be used against her in the debates. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [cultural appropriation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-appropriation.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md) ### James Comey Howard University Protest, Student Activism - **Episode:** [967: dotard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-24 - **Time:** 2:24:37–2:28:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/james-comey-howard-university-protest-student-activism.md Protesters at Howard University interrupted a speech by former FBI Director James Comey, chanting "You ain't our homie." The incident sparked a discussion on the lack of administrative discipline for students who prevent invited speakers from addressing university audiences. Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), [protest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protest.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [expulsion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/expulsion.md) ### Omarosa Manigault, Chris Matthews Interview, Trump Surrogates - **Episode:** [792: Buffoonery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/792-buffoonery.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-22 - **Time:** 1:57:00–1:59:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/792-buffoonery/chapter/omarosa-manigault-chris-matthews-interview-trump-surrogates.md Omarosa Manigault, a Trump surrogate and Howard University faculty member, clashed with MSNBC's Chris Matthews over hypothetical questions about Sarah Palin's qualifications for the vice presidency. The hosts criticize Matthews for hounding Manigault with irrelevant questions rather than focusing on her role in the campaign. Keywords: [omarosa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omarosa.md), [chris matthews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-matthews.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), surrogates, [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md) ### Rachel Dolezal, Performance Art and Howard University Lawsuit - **Episode:** [731: Culture Vulture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/731-culture-vulture.md) - **Published:** 2015-06-18 - **Time:** 1:45:32–1:52:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/731-culture-vulture/chapter/rachel-dolezal-performance-art-and-howard-university-lawsuit.md A deeper look into Rachel Dolezal's background reveals a 2002 lawsuit she filed against Howard University for discriminating against her as a white woman. The analysis suggests her current identity may be a form of sophisticated performance art, potentially leading to future book deals and reality television opportunities. Keywords: [rachel dolezal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-dolezal.md), [howard university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-university.md), [performance art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/performance-art.md), [nightline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nightline.md), transracial ### RT Coverage, Obama and the African-American Community - **Episode:** [420: The Data Hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/420-the-data-hole.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-24 - **Time:** 2:54–6:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/420-the-data-hole/chapter/rt-coverage-obama-and-the-african-american-community.md Russia Today aired a segment featuring Dr. Wilmer Leon criticizing President Barack Obama's record regarding the African-American community. 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