# Invisible Children on The No Agenda Show Invisible Children comes up in 17 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2012 to December 2024. - **Chapters:** 17 - **Episodes:** 12 - **Discussed:** March 2012 – December 2024 - **Related topics:** [Kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [Joseph Kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), [Jason Russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [Uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), [George Clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [Youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [Africom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africom.md), [Rihanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rihanna.md), [Viral Video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-video.md), [990 Forms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/990-forms.md) ## Chapters 1–17 of 17 ### Kony 2012 as a Viral Propaganda Experiment - **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-05 - **Time:** 1:23:23–1:24:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/kony-2012-as-a-viral-propaganda-experiment.md The "Kony 2012" campaign is being re-evaluated as a seminal experiment in viral propaganda that utilized celebrity endorsements from figures like George Clooney and Rihanna. While the video garnered hundreds of millions of views, it resulted in no fundamental policy changes or the capture of Joseph Kony. Instead, it served as a proof-of-concept for how social media could be used to mobilize mass attention toward specific geopolitical narratives. Keywords: [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), [viral video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-video.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Kony 2012 Failure, Invisible Children Finances - **Episode:** [930: Off Script](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/930-off-script.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-18 - **Time:** 2:08:36–2:12:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/930-off-script/chapter/kony-2012-failure-invisible-children-finances.md The mission to capture warlord Joseph Kony has officially been declared a failure by the U.S. and Ugandan militaries. Financial records for the "Invisible Children" charity reveal that $50 million was spent on the campaign, largely on videos, travel, and meetings rather than military action. The segment recalls the viral success of the 2012 video and the subsequent public breakdown of its creator. Keywords: [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [charity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charity.md), [990 forms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/990-forms.md) ### Linguistic Policing, Kony 2012 and Mental Health - **Episode:** [681: The Christmas Show 2014](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/681-the-christmas-show-2014.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-26 - **Time:** 1:47:58–1:53:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/681-the-christmas-show-2014/chapter/linguistic-policing-kony-2012-and-mental-health.md The hosts discuss their habit of "policing" each other's use of filler words and societal memes to maintain clearer communication. They revisit the "Kony 2012" phenomenon, noting the public mental breakdown of its creator, Jason Russell. They argue that the constant provocation of fear by the media can lead to such psychological tolls on the public. Keywords: [memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md), linguistic habits, [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [jason russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), mental breakdown ### Native Advertising, Invisible Children Shutdown - **Episode:** [679: Sir Reeshmeister Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-18 - **Time:** 2:13:41–2:18:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents/chapter/native-advertising-invisible-children-shutdown.md The discussion covers "native advertising" examples at Walmart and the shutdown of Invisible Children, the nonprofit behind the "Kony 2012" video. The organization is downsizing after a massive drop in revenue and assets. Additionally, the city of Albuquerque is reportedly running "Breaking Bad" RV tours to boost the local economy. Keywords: [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [walmart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walmart.md), [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [nonprofit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nonprofit.md), [breaking bad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breaking-bad.md) ### Joseph Kony Reward and Troop Withdrawal - **Episode:** [502: Nuevo Orden Mundial](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial.md) - **Published:** 2013-04-07 - **Time:** 2:41:47–2:46:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial/chapter/joseph-kony-reward-and-troop-withdrawal.md The US government has offered a $5 million reward for the capture of Joseph Kony, despite pulling back the military "consultants" previously sent to hunt him. The African Union has also put the search on hold following a coup in the Central African Republic. The hosts point out the sudden silence from celebrity activists like George Clooney and Angelina Jolie who previously championed the "Kony 2012" movement. Keywords: [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), [rewards for justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rewards-for-justice.md), [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md) ### Invisible Children and Show Outro - **Episode:** [502: Nuevo Orden Mundial](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial.md) - **Published:** 2013-04-07 - **Time:** 2:46:59–2:50:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial/chapter/invisible-children-and-show-outro.md The "Invisible Children" charity remains active despite the public breakdown of its founder, Jason Russell, in 2012. The hosts conclude the show by encouraging donations via the "value-for-value" model and directing listeners to the show notes. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak sign off, promising a return on the following Thursday. Keywords: [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [jason russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), oprah, [outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outro.md) ### Kony 2012 Viral Video and YouTube Fraud - **Episode:** [474: Mongolian Hat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/474-mongolian-hat.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-30 - **Time:** 2:19:34–2:21:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/474-mongolian-hat/chapter/kony-2012-viral-video-and-youtube-fraud.md The hosts revisit the "Kony 2012" phenomenon and the subsequent public breakdown of its creator, Jason Russell. They link the "viral" success of the video to recent reports of YouTube penalizing major music labels for using bots to generate hundreds of millions of fake views. Keywords: [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [jason russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), fake hits ### Kony 2012 and JPMorgan Chase Funding - **Episode:** [400: This is How We Spin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/400-this-is-how-we-spin.md) - **Published:** 2012-04-15 - **Time:** 1:07:09–1:09:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/400-this-is-how-we-spin/chapter/kony-2012-and-jpmorgan-chase-funding.md During a speech at the American Society of International Law, Kamari Maxine Clark revealed that the "Kony 2012" viral video was produced with $1 million in funding from JPMorgan Chase. The hosts question the motivations of a major global bank in funding a media campaign for military intervention in Africa. Keywords: [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [jpmorgan chase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jpmorgan-chase.md), [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), kamari maxine clark ### Kony 2012 Part 2, Invisible Children Viral Marketing - **Episode:** [397: Wiggin' Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/397-wiggin-out.md) - **Published:** 2012-04-05 - **Time:** 1:23:42–1:25:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/397-wiggin-out/chapter/kony-2012-part-2-invisible-children-viral-marketing.md Invisible Children released a sequel to the viral "Kony 2012" documentary, titled "Beyond Famous." The hosts note the low initial view counts compared to the first film and point out the inclusion of a clip featuring Alex Jones. They suggest the organization uses "bots" to manipulate viral metrics on YouTube. Keywords: [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [viral video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viral-video.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md) ### Jason Russell, Brief Reactive Psychosis, and Kony 2012 - **Episode:** [393: Throwing Yogurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/393-throwing-yogurt.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-22 - **Time:** 3:07–8:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/393-throwing-yogurt/chapter/jason-russell-brief-reactive-psychosis-and-kony-2012.md Jason Russell, the creator of the Kony 2012 viral video, was diagnosed with brief reactive psychosis following a public breakdown in San Diego. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) defines this condition as a short-term display of psychotic behavior triggered by extreme stress. Reports from The Advocate suggest Russell's organization, Invisible Children, received funding from the National Christian Foundation, which has been linked to anti-gay legislation in Uganda. Keywords: [jason russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), brief reactive psychosis, [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), [the advocate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-advocate.md) ### Jason Russell, Kony 2012 Creator Detained in San Diego - **Episode:** [392: Shark Orgy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/392-shark-orgy.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-18 - **Time:** 2:23–5:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/392-shark-orgy/chapter/jason-russell-kony-2012-creator-detained-in-san-diego.md Jason Russell, the co-founder of Invisible Children and creator of the viral Kony 2012 video, was detained by police in San Diego, California. Witnesses reported Russell running through traffic naked and screaming. Footage allegedly shows Russell engaging in public masturbation and erratic behavior, which his charity attributed to the emotional toll of the video's sudden fame. Keywords: [jason russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md) ### Rihanna, Celebrity Involvement in Kony 2012 Campaign - **Episode:** [392: Shark Orgy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/392-shark-orgy.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-18 - **Time:** 5:17–9:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/392-shark-orgy/chapter/rihanna-celebrity-involvement-in-kony-2012-campaign.md Singer Rihanna appeared on Access Hollywood to promote the Kony 2012 movement and her involvement with the Invisible Children foundation. She expressed a desire to use her 14 million Twitter followers to spread awareness and mentioned plans to visit Uganda. The discussion characterizes her involvement as part of a broader celebrity-driven propaganda effort. Keywords: [rihanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rihanna.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [kony 2012](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kony-2012.md), [access hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/access-hollywood.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md) ### Kony 2012 Viral Video, AFRICOM, Ugandan Perspectives - **Episode:** [390: Threshold Event](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/390-threshold-event.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-11 - **Time:** 11:25–17:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/390-threshold-event/chapter/kony-2012-viral-video-africom-ugandan-perspectives.md The discussion focuses on the viral "Kony 2012" video by Invisible Children, which the hosts label as a psychological operation (psyop) to justify U.S. military expansion in Africa via AFRICOM. They analyze a CNN report by Barbara Starr and play a YouTube clip from a young Ugandan woman who claims the video misrepresents the current reality in her country. They suggest the campaign is a front for securing regional resources and countering Chinese influence. Keywords: [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [barbara starr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-starr.md), [africom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africom.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md) ### Angelina Jolie, Joseph Kony, International Criminal Court - **Episode:** [390: Threshold Event](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/390-threshold-event.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-11 - **Time:** 22:38–24:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/390-threshold-event/chapter/angelina-jolie-joseph-kony-international-criminal-court.md Actress Angelina Jolie publicly supports the "Stop Kony" movement, stating that she has met with the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court. The hosts mock her involvement, questioning her actual knowledge of the ground situation in Uganda and the Congo. Keywords: [angelina jolie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angelina-jolie.md), [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), [international criminal court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-criminal-court.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md) ### Kony 2012 Viral Video, Uganda Oil Interests - **Episode:** [389: Camels Everywhere!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-08 - **Time:** 3:48–11:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/kony-2012-viral-video-uganda-oil-interests.md The viral Kony 2012 video is analyzed as a propaganda tool designed to justify U.S. military intervention in Central Africa. Evidence suggests the campaign serves to protect Western oil interests, specifically Tullow Oil's billion-dollar finds in Uganda. The Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) is described as a diminished force, while the video is framed as a means to establish a permanent base for AFRICOM. Keywords: [joseph kony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-kony.md), lra, [uganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uganda.md), tullow oil, [africom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africom.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md) ### Celebrity Endorsements, Invisible Children Production History - **Episode:** [389: Camels Everywhere!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-08 - **Time:** 11:28–14:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/celebrity-endorsements-invisible-children-production-history.md The involvement of high-profile celebrities like George Clooney, Rihanna, and P. Diddy in promoting the Kony 2012 campaign is criticized. The film, directed by Jason Russell, is revealed to be a recut version of footage dating back to 2004. The hosts question the authenticity of the emotional appeals used in the production. Keywords: [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [jason russell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-russell.md), [invisible children](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/invisible-children.md), [p. diddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/p-diddy.md), [rihanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rihanna.md), bobby bailey ### Invisible Children Financials, Charity Front Organizations - **Episode:** [389: Camels Everywhere!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-08 - **Time:** 14:36–19:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/invisible-children-financials-charity-front-organizations.md An examination of the financial filings for the Invisible Children charity reveals $10 million in revenue, with significant funding from the Oprah Winfrey Foundation and Humanity United. A commercial entity, Invisible Children Feature Film LLC, received $850,000 for production. The board of directors includes actress Kristen Bell and her partner Jedediah Jenkins. Keywords: invisible children llc, humanity united foundation, [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), jedediah jenkins, [kristen bell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kristen-bell.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. Every public page on this site has one: add `.md` to its URL, or request it with `Accept: text/markdown`. - [Site index for agents (llms.txt)](https://search.noagendashow.net/llms.txt) - [Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - [Search transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/search.md) - [All episodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episodes.md) - [Topics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topics.md) - [People](https://search.noagendashow.net/people.md)