# Income on The No Agenda Show

Income comes up in 120 chapters across 115 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2008 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 120
- **Episodes:** 115
- **Discussed:** April 2008 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Wealth Tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wealth-tax.md), [Irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Washington State](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-state.md), [Automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [Switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md), [Ubi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ubi.md), [Andrew Yang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-yang.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 120

### Elon Musk on Universal High Income and AI Abundance

- **Episode:** [1908: Chivatican](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-01
- **Time:** 1:31:49–1:33:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican/chapter/elon-musk-on-universal-high-income-and-ai-abundance.md

Elon Musk discusses the "age of abundance" at a conference, suggesting that AI will lead to "universal high income" rather than just basic income. Musk adopts the "Super Intelligence" (SI) terminology during his remarks alongside Donald Trump. Adam Curry expresses skepticism toward the "universal high income" claim but acknowledges that AI has significantly reduced his own workload.

Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), universal high income, si, [super intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-intelligence.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

### Bernie Sanders Proposes 50% Tax on AI Companies

- **Episode:** [1878: Dream Build Loop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-18
- **Time:** 1:46:18–1:51:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop/chapter/bernie-sanders-proposes-50-tax-on-ai-companies.md

Senator Bernie Sanders has introduced a plan to impose a one-time 50% tax on the stock of major AI companies to create a $7 trillion sovereign wealth fund. The fund would provide a $1,000 annual dividend to every American citizen and fund universal healthcare, addressing fears of mass unemployment caused by automation.

Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), ai tax, [sovereign wealth fund](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereign-wealth-fund.md), [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md), [sam altman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-altman.md)

### Washington State Politics, Letter Writing Efficacy

- **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-12
- **Time:** 1:14:50–1:18:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/washington-state-politics-letter-writing-efficacy.md

A discussion on local governance in Washington State reveals that traditional letter-writing campaigns on physical paper are currently more effective at influencing legislators than emails or digital surveys. The hosts criticize Governor Jay Inslee's administration for pushing through a state income tax despite public opposition.

Keywords: [jay inslee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-inslee.md), [washington state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-state.md), [income tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/income-tax.md), [lobbying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbying.md), constituent services

### Washington State Income Tax, Millionaires Tax and Mail-in Voting

- **Episode:** [1849: Hose Water](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-08
- **Time:** 1:35:10–1:38:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water/chapter/washington-state-income-tax-millionaires-tax-and-mail-in-voting.md

Washington State legislators are moving toward passing a "millionaires tax" of 9.9% on earnings over a million dollars, despite a state constitutional ban on income tax. Opponents, including Representative Jim Walsh, argue the threshold will eventually be lowered to apply to all citizens. Mimi Smith-Dvorak notes that the Washington Association of Cities is a primary lobbyist for the tax and expresses concern over the integrity of the state's mail-in voting system.

Keywords: [washington state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-state.md), [income tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/income-tax.md), jim walsh, [mail-in voting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-in-voting.md), millionaires tax, [lobbying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbying.md)

### Business Consequences of Political Commentary, Public Speaking Safety

- **Episode:** [1841: Scott Adams Redux](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1841-scott-adams-redux.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-08
- **Time:** 50:52–53:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1841-scott-adams-redux/chapter/business-consequences-of-political-commentary-public-speaking-safety.md

Scott Adams reveals that his public analysis of Donald Trump's persuasion skills resulted in a 40% loss of income and the loss of 75% of his social circle. He explains that he stopped public speaking engagements because he no longer feels safe in front of large crowds due to political polarization.

Keywords: [trump apologist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-apologist.md), income loss, [public speaking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-speaking.md), social circle, [cancel culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancel-culture.md)

### Coinbase Future First Basic Income Pilot in New York

- **Episode:** [1821: Genesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-30
- **Time:** 1:57:59–1:58:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis/chapter/coinbase-future-first-basic-income-pilot-in-new-york.md

Coinbase has launched "Future First," a pilot program in New York providing $12,000 in stablecoin to low-income residents aged 18 to 30. The test aims to evaluate the use of digital currency for basic income payments. This initiative aligns with the broader trend of integrating stablecoins into the financial system following the passage of the Genius Act.

Keywords: [coinbase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coinbase.md), [stablecoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stablecoin.md), [basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/basic-income.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), future first

### NPR Coverage of Gilded Age Nostalgia and Income Tax

- **Episode:** [1753: Local Jamoke](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-06
- **Time:** 38:24–40:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke/chapter/npr-coverage-of-gilded-age-nostalgia-and-income-tax.md

NPR reporter Scott Horsley characterized Donald Trump's trade policies as a form of "steam-driven nostalgia" for the Gilded Age prior to the 1913 adoption of the income tax. The report suggests Trump intends to replace income tax revenue with tariff revenue, a move NPR claims would benefit the wealthy while burdening lower-income families. The hosts mock the idea that poor people are significantly impacted by the cost of imported luxury goods.

Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [income tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/income-tax.md), 1913, [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), gilded age

### Sociological Impact of CEO Targeted Violence

- **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-05
- **Time:** 12:29–16:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/sociological-impact-of-ceo-targeted-violence.md

The assassination of a high-profile CEO has sparked a broader sociological discussion regarding public resentment toward executive overpay and perceived corporate corruption. Observers note that the lack of security for a leader of a half-trillion-dollar company is unusual given the current climate of economic frustration. The event is being analyzed as a potential precursor to more frequent acts of targeted violence against the "elite" class.

Keywords: [income inequality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/income-inequality.md), [corporate greed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-greed.md), citizen revolt, [security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security.md), [executive pay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-pay.md)

### Social Security Tax Rules, Trump Policy Proposal

- **Episode:** [1705: Kamplaining](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1705-kamplaining.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-20
- **Time:** 2:37:32–2:41:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1705-kamplaining/chapter/social-security-tax-rules-trump-policy-proposal.md

The hosts discuss the complexities of Social Security benefits, specifically how earning over a certain threshold can lead to a 50% tax on benefits. They examine Donald Trump's campaign promise to eliminate taxes on Social Security, noting that such a change would require Congressional approval.

Keywords: [social security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-security.md), [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [retirement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/retirement.md), income limits

### William McKinley, Historical Success of Tariffs

- **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-03
- **Time:** 46:44–50:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/william-mckinley-historical-success-of-tariffs.md

Donald Trump discussed the history of tariffs on the Dave Ramsey podcast, citing President William McKinley's use of protectionism in the 1890s. Trump argued that tariffs made the U.S. wealthy before the implementation of the income tax system. The hosts discuss whether modern manufacturing can be revived through similar protectionist measures or if the strategy is "too little, too late."

Keywords: [william mckinley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-mckinley.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [protectionism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protectionism.md), furniture industry, [income tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/income-tax.md)

### Trump Overtime Tax Proposal and Economic Policy

- **Episode:** [1695: Pronoun Journey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1695-pronoun-journey.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-15
- **Time:** 1:08:37–1:10:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1695-pronoun-journey/chapter/trump-overtime-tax-proposal-and-economic-policy.md

Donald Trump proposed eliminating federal income tax on overtime pay, a policy intended to appeal to the working class. The discussion explores the potential impact on labor laws and whether companies would adjust base pay or overtime multipliers in response. The hosts contrast this with general calls for lower overall income taxes.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [income tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/income-tax.md), [overtime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/overtime.md), [labor laws](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-laws.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md)

### Taxing Tips, Value for Value Model History

- **Episode:** [1672: Sand Battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-27
- **Time:** 2:40:35–2:43:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery/chapter/taxing-tips-value-for-value-model-history.md

The hosts discuss Donald Trump's proposal to eliminate taxes on tips. They reflect on the early days of the No Agenda show, clarifying that listener donations are treated as regular taxable income, not "tips" or non-profit gifts, despite their initial hopes 15 years ago.

Keywords: [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md), [tips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tips.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), regular income, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md)

### Universal Basic Income Rebranded as "Cash Aid"

- **Episode:** [1647: Carbon Bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1647-carbon-bomb.md)
- **Published:** 2024-03-31
- **Time:** 2:12:26–2:15:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1647-carbon-bomb/chapter/universal-basic-income-rebranded-as-cash-aid.md

Pilot programs for guaranteed income are expanding across US cities, often rebranded as "cash aid" to sound more palatable to the public. These programs, supported by tech entrepreneurs as a solution to AI-driven job loss, provide low-income households with $500 to $1,000 monthly. Opponents express concern that permanent "no-strings" cash payments could discourage workforce participation.

Keywords: [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md), cash aid, [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [andrew yang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-yang.md)

### China Population Decline, HSBC Global Research, Universal Basic Income

- **Episode:** [1632: King for a Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1632-king-for-a-day.md)
- **Published:** 2024-02-10
- **Time:** 7:09–8:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1632-king-for-a-day/chapter/china-population-decline-hsbc-global-research-universal-basic-income.md

HSBC Global Research predicts that the population of developed economies could be cut in half by the year 2100, noting a sharp decline beginning in 2021. While some analysts argue China's declining population is a weakness, others suggest the U.S. strategy involves increasing population to facilitate money printing and a transition to Universal Basic Income. High youth unemployment in China is cited as a counter-argument to the labor shortage narrative.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [hsbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hsbc.md), [population decline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/population-decline.md), [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md), [demographics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/demographics.md)

### Capitalism Critique and Universal Basic Income Advocacy

- **Episode:** [1629: Sunflower Kids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids.md)
- **Published:** 2024-01-28
- **Time:** 43:03–47:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1629-sunflower-kids/chapter/capitalism-critique-and-universal-basic-income-advocacy.md

A series of social media clips features young Americans arguing that basic necessities like food, water, and shelter should not be "gatekept" behind a paywall. The speakers advocate for Universal Basic Income (UBI), suggesting that the current capitalist system is designed for corporate profit rather than human life. These sentiments are often expressed by individuals who simultaneously maintain high-cost personal lifestyles, such as owning modern vehicles.

Keywords: [capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md), [andrew yang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-yang.md), [human rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-rights.md), [cost of living](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cost-of-living.md)

### Cloward-Piven Strategy and Potential Financial Crisis

- **Episode:** [1621: Haley's Comment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-31
- **Time:** 16:57–19:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment/chapter/cloward-piven-strategy-and-potential-financial-crisis.md

A theory suggests that political forces may be utilizing the 1966 Cloward-Piven strategy to overwhelm the U.S. welfare and border systems to force a transition to Universal Basic Income. Donald Trump is viewed as a potential "fall guy" who might buckle under a manufactured financial crisis to implement a Central Bank Digital Currency.

Keywords: cloward-piven strategy, 2025 economy, [deflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deflation.md), [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md)

### Universal Basic Income, Stockton Pilot Program and CBDCs

- **Episode:** [1619: Flash to Bang](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-24
- **Time:** 2:07:19–2:17:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang/chapter/universal-basic-income-stockton-pilot-program-and-cbdcs.md

Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs discussed the success of guaranteed basic income pilots, claiming they reduce stress and improve health without discouraging work. Proponents suggest UBI could serve as a "21st-century Social Security" funded by cannabis taxes or closing tax loopholes. Critics argue these programs are a precursor to the implementation of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).

Keywords: [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md), [stockton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stockton.md), michael tubbs, [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [cbdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbdc.md)

### NPR and NTD Reporting on Hunter Biden Foreign Income

- **Episode:** [1615: Day One Dictator](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-10
- **Time:** 17:14–20:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator/chapter/npr-and-ntd-reporting-on-hunter-biden-foreign-income.md

NPR and NTD News provide details on Hunter Biden's total gross income, which exceeded $7 million between 2016 and 2020. While mainstream reports focus on his spending habits, these outlets note the specific foreign sources of the income, including business dealings in Romania, China, and Ukraine.

Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [ntd news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntd-news.md), gross income, [romania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/romania.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md)

### UPS and Airline Strike Threats

- **Episode:** [1574: X-Ray Specs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-20
- **Time:** 2:19:59–2:21:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs/chapter/ups-and-airline-strike-threats.md

The U.S. economy faces a potential $7 billion loss as 340,000 UPS workers represented by the Teamsters Union threaten to strike. Simultaneously, American Airlines flight attendants and Broadway technical workers (IATSE) are also moving toward work stoppages. The hosts suggest this wave of labor unrest is a trend that could eventually lead to the implementation of Universal Basic Income (UBI).

Keywords: ups strike, [teamsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teamsters.md), [american airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-airlines.md), [iatse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iatse.md), [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md)

### Social Deterioration and Universal Basic Income

- **Episode:** [1573: 4 No Youth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-16
- **Time:** 1:25:12–1:28:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth/chapter/social-deterioration-and-universal-basic-income.md

The conversation explores the idea that society is deteriorating into a state where young men are increasingly isolated and "ne'er-do-wells." This trend is seen as a precursor to the implementation of Universal Basic Income (UBI), which is already being trialed in various U.S. states. The hosts reference the book "Snow Crash" to describe a future where most people live in a metaverse while working gig jobs for companies like Amazon and Uber.

Keywords: [universal basic income](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universal-basic-income.md), [snow crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snow-crash.md), [metaverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metaverse.md), [incels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incels.md), [gig economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gig-economy.md)

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