# Intelligence Leaks on The No Agenda Show Intelligence Leaks comes up in 15 chapters across 13 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2012 to June 2025. - **Chapters:** 15 - **Episodes:** 13 - **Discussed:** June 2012 – June 2025 - **Related topics:** [Leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Dianne Feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dianne-feinstein.md), [Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md), [Mike Morell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-morell.md), [New York Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [Air National Guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-national-guard.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Brian Dean Wright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-dean-wright.md) ## Chapters 1–15 of 15 ### DIA Intelligence Leak and Mike Baker's Assessment - **Episode:** [1777: Java Shack](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1777-java-shack.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-29 - **Time:** 41:39–47:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1777-java-shack/chapter/dia-intelligence-leak-and-mike-baker-s-assessment.md A leaked Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) memo suggesting that strikes on Iran fell short of objectives is analyzed. Former spook Mike Baker describes the report as a "low confidence assessment," meaning it was based on unvetted or thin evidence. Baker suggests the timing of the leak was a deliberate attempt at information warfare to discredit the administration's narrative of a successful mission. Keywords: [dia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dia.md), mike baker, intelligence leak, iran nuclear program, low confidence assessment ### Jack Teixeira Arrest, Air National Guard Intelligence Breach - **Episode:** [1547: A Sally](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1547-a-sally.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-16 - **Time:** 11:10–19:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1547-a-sally/chapter/jack-teixeira-arrest-air-national-guard-intelligence-breach.md Jack Teixeira, a 21-year-old Air National Guard member, was arrested and charged with leaking highly classified national defense information. The breach has raised questions about how a low-level IT specialist gained access to the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communication System (JWICS). Comparisons are drawn to the Chelsea Manning case, suggesting that despite previous security overhauls, the military's reliance on young IT contractors and poor password hygiene remains a significant vulnerability. Keywords: [jack teixeira](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-teixeira.md), [air national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-national-guard.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), jwics, intelligence leak ### COVID-19 Lab Leak Theory, Mike Pompeo Intelligence - **Episode:** [1534: The Chit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-02 - **Time:** 5:46–8:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit/chapter/covid-19-lab-leak-theory-mike-pompeo-intelligence.md The narrative surrounding the origins of COVID-19 is revisited following new reports from the Department of Energy. Historical clips of Mike Pompeo and Donald Trump from 2020 are played to show that the lab leak theory was discussed early in the pandemic. The hosts suggest the theory is being resurrected now to facilitate a broader political confrontation with China. Keywords: [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [wuhan lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md), [lab leak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lab-leak.md) ### Senate Intelligence Committee Leak, Journalist Wiretapping - **Episode:** [1041: Hairy Mary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1041-hairy-mary.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-11 - **Time:** 2:01:38–2:05:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1041-hairy-mary/chapter/senate-intelligence-committee-leak-journalist-wiretapping.md A Senate Intelligence Committee aide was arrested for lying to the FBI about his relationship with a journalist to whom he allegedly leaked classified information. The DOJ's seizure of the journalist's phone and email records has sparked a debate about the wiretapping of reporters. The case highlights the "loosey-goosey" nature of surveillance laws regarding whistleblowers and the press. Keywords: [senate intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-intelligence-committee.md), [leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md), james wolfe, ali watkins, [wiretapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wiretapping.md), [doj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doj.md) ### Mike Morell, CIA Political Bias, Intelligence Briefings - **Episode:** [990: Skin Folk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/990-skin-folk.md) - **Published:** 2017-12-14 - **Time:** 2:36:55–2:43:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/990-skin-folk/chapter/mike-morell-cia-political-bias-intelligence-briefings.md Former acting CIA Director Mike Morell admitted in an interview that the intelligence community's public opposition to Donald Trump during the 2016 campaign may have reinforced the president's "narrative" against them. Morell discussed his decision to endorse Hillary Clinton and the subsequent leaks regarding Trump's intelligence briefings. The hosts characterize the CIA's actions as a deliberate political effort to undermine the candidate. Keywords: [mike morell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-morell.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [intelligence leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-leaks.md) ### Jared Kushner's Back-Channel Communications with Russia - **Episode:** [935: Phallocentric Age](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/935-phallocentric-age.md) - **Published:** 2017-06-04 - **Time:** 2:10:28–2:14:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/935-phallocentric-age/chapter/jared-kushner-s-back-channel-communications-with-russia.md Mike Morell analyzed the reports of Jared Kushner seeking a secret back-channel with the Russian ambassador. Morell cautioned that the "sourcing chain"—relying on leaked intelligence of Russians talking to each other—may not be entirely accurate. He emphasized that while the optics are concerning, intelligence analysts must remain skeptical of facts that have not been personally verified through primary documents. Keywords: [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [mike morell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-morell.md), back-channel, [russian ambassador](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-ambassador.md), [intelligence leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-leaks.md) ### Theresa May Tech Regulation, US Intelligence Leaks - **Episode:** [933: Learn Russian!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/933-learn-russian.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-28 - **Time:** 40:06–41:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/933-learn-russian/chapter/theresa-may-tech-regulation-us-intelligence-leaks.md British Prime Minister Theresa May called on tech companies to automatically remove "vile content" and block users who spread harmful material online. May also addressed President Trump regarding the unauthorized leaking of the Manchester bomber's identity by U.S. intelligence agencies, emphasizing that shared law enforcement data must remain secure. Keywords: [theresa may](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theresa-may.md), [tech companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-companies.md), [intelligence leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-leaks.md), manchester attack, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md) ### Brian Dean Wright CIA Scolding, New York Times Leaks - **Episode:** [933: Learn Russian!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/933-learn-russian.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-28 - **Time:** 41:38–46:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/933-learn-russian/chapter/brian-dean-wright-cia-scolding-new-york-times-leaks.md Former CIA officer Brian Dean Wright appeared on Fox News to scold the New York Times for publishing sensitive details, such as photos of evidence from the Manchester bombing. Wright argued that such leaks are driven by media greed and ego, and warned that the lack of confidentiality is severely damaging the CIA's ability to recruit foreign informants. Keywords: [brian dean wright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-dean-wright.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [intelligence leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-leaks.md), [recruitment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recruitment.md) ### CIA Analysts on CNN, Bomb Signatures, and Intelligence Leaks - **Episode:** [932: Roundly Debunked](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/932-roundly-debunked.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-25 - **Time:** 1:46:49–1:50:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/932-roundly-debunked/chapter/cia-analysts-on-cnn-bomb-signatures-and-intelligence-leaks.md CNN's use of former CIA analysts to explain the Manchester bombing is scrutinized. Analyst Tara Maller suggests the bomb-maker is likely still at large because skilled bomb-makers rarely act as suicide bombers. The hosts discuss the "signatures" of IEDs and the frustration of UK officials over U.S. intelligence leaks to the New York Times regarding the investigation. Keywords: tara maller, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [forensics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forensics.md), suicide vest, [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md), [leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md) ### White House Leaks, Congressional IT Staff Fired - **Episode:** [903: Eat Lipstick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/903-eat-lipstick.md) - **Published:** 2017-02-12 - **Time:** 1:31:45–1:36:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/903-eat-lipstick/chapter/white-house-leaks-congressional-it-staff-fired.md Maria Bartiromo reports on three congressional IT employees—Abid, Imran, and Jamal Awan—who were fired for unauthorized access to House computer networks. The staffers worked for members of the Intelligence and Foreign Affairs committees and were paid significantly higher salaries than typical aides. The hosts discuss potential ties to the Muslim Brotherhood and the lack of mainstream media coverage. Keywords: [maria bartiromo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maria-bartiromo.md), abid awan, [imran awan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imran-awan.md), [house intelligence committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-intelligence-committee.md), [debbie wasserman schultz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debbie-wasserman-schultz.md), [leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md) ### Intelligence Briefing Leaks, NBC News Timeline Clarification - **Episode:** [894: Ash for Cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/894-ash-for-cash.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-12 - **Time:** 34:12–37:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/894-ash-for-cash/chapter/intelligence-briefing-leaks-nbc-news-timeline-clarification.md NBC News correspondent Cynthia McFadden reported that U.S. intelligence chiefs did not actually brief Donald Trump on the specific salacious contents of the Steele dossier during a classified meeting. This contradicts earlier reports and suggests the information was only an unverified addendum to the main report on Russian interference. Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [cynthia mcfadden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cynthia-mcfadden.md), intelligence briefing, [leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md), [classified information](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified-information.md) ### James Clapper Statement, RT Network Reach Controversy - **Episode:** [894: Ash for Cash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/894-ash-for-cash.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-12 - **Time:** 47:12–50:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/894-ash-for-cash/chapter/james-clapper-statement-rt-network-reach-controversy.md Director of National Intelligence James Clapper issued a statement expressing dismay over leaks and clarifying that the Steele dossier was not an official intelligence product. Clapper previously faced criticism for his lack of knowledge regarding the prevalence of the RT network within the United States. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [intelligence community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md), [leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leaks.md), [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md) ### Five Eyes Network, GCHQ and Economic Espionage - **Episode:** [565: Spy in a Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/565-spy-in-a-bag.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-14 - **Time:** 2:24:40–2:27:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/565-spy-in-a-bag/chapter/five-eyes-network-gchq-and-economic-espionage.md A report from Russia Today details the "Five Eyes" intelligence network consisting of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Leaked documents suggest the network's primary focus is political and economic intelligence rather than counter-terrorism. The hosts argue that this system is used to steal technology and gain advantages in international trade deals. Keywords: [five eyes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/five-eyes.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [gchq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gchq.md), snowden leaks, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), economic intelligence, [signals intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signals-intelligence.md) ### Dianne Feinstein's "Anschluss" Slip on CNN - **Episode:** [417: Cyber 9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/417-cyber-9-11.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-14 - **Time:** 55:16–58:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/417-cyber-9-11/chapter/dianne-feinstein-s-anschluss-slip-on-cnn.md During an interview with Wolf Blitzer, Senator Dianne Feinstein used the German word "Anschluss" before quickly correcting herself to "avalanche" when describing a series of intelligence leaks. The use of this specific term, historically associated with Nazi Germany's annexation of Austria, is analyzed as potential code for an ongoing annexation or aggressive foreign policy move, possibly involving Iran or Syria. Keywords: [dianne feinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dianne-feinstein.md), anschluss, [wolf blitzer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wolf-blitzer.md), [intelligence leaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-leaks.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md) ### David Sanger Book, White House Intelligence Leaks - **Episode:** [415: Om the Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/415-om-the-dome.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-07 - **Time:** 2:06:51–2:12:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/415-om-the-dome/chapter/david-sanger-book-white-house-intelligence-leaks.md New York Times journalist David Sanger released a book detailing the Obama administration's covert cyberwarfare against Iran, known as "Olympic Games" or Stuxnet. Senator Dianne Feinstein criticized the leaks, stating they compromise national security and put American lives at risk. 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