# James Clapper on The No Agenda Show James Clapper comes up in 87 chapters across 72 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2010 to May 2026. - **Chapters:** 87 - **Episodes:** 72 - **Discussed:** December 2010 – May 2026 - **Related topics:** [Nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [John Brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [Surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Intelligence Community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md), [Perjury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perjury.md), [Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 87 ### Russiagate Declassification, James Clapper, Admiral Michael Rogers - **Episode:** [1871: Hatman](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1871-hatman.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-24 - **Time:** 1:23:22–1:28:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1871-hatman/chapter/russiagate-declassification-james-clapper-admiral-michael-rogers.md Newly declassified emails from 2016 reveal that then-NSA Director Michael Rogers raised concerns about the integrity of the intelligence product regarding Russian interference in the DNC hack. James Clapper reportedly pressured agencies to align on a "team sport" narrative despite Rogers' warnings about insufficient review time. These documents have been referred to the Justice Department for further investigation by Attorney General Pam Bondi. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [michael rogers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-rogers.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [russiagate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russiagate.md), [dnc hack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc-hack.md) ### Barack Obama Intelligence Community Assessment, John Brennan Claims - **Episode:** [1785: Mackerels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-27 - **Time:** 28:14–31:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels/chapter/barack-obama-intelligence-community-assessment-john-brennan-claims.md A 2017 clip of James Clapper confirms that President Barack Obama tasked the intelligence community with the assessment that initiated the Russia investigation. Claims are made regarding John Brennan's political motivations and his past tenure as CIA station chief in Riyadh. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [tulsi gabbard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsi-gabbard.md), ica ### Media Complicit, Russia Election Hacking Supercut - **Episode:** [1784: Yakcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-24 - **Time:** 52:48–57:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting/chapter/media-complicit-russia-election-hacking-supercut.md A media supercut highlights years of reporting from CNN, MSNBC, and other outlets claiming that Russia definitively hacked the 2016 U.S. election. Figures such as James Clapper and various news anchors are shown repeating the narrative of cyber hacking and collusion. The compilation serves to illustrate what critics describe as a coordinated psychological operation by the intelligence community and mainstream media. Keywords: [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [election hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-hacking.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md) ### James Clapper and the Russian Tradecraft Narrative - **Episode:** [1287: School-ology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-23 - **Time:** 1:23:27–1:28:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology/chapter/james-clapper-and-the-russian-tradecraft-narrative.md Former DNI James Clapper appeared on CNN to label the Hunter Biden laptop story as "classic textbook Soviet Russian tradecraft." Clapper questioned the lack of metadata in the released emails, despite not having seen the raw files. He characterized the Trump administration as a "willing target" for Russian exploitation, a term that sparked a discussion on whether he implied the targets were complicit in their own manipulation. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [erin burnett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erin-burnett.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [metadata](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metadata.md), russian tradecraft ### General Flynn Case, James Clapper Zoom Glitch - **Episode:** [1243: Obamable](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1243-obamable.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-21 - **Time:** 2:25:53–2:30:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1243-obamable/chapter/general-flynn-case-james-clapper-zoom-glitch.md Journalist John Solomon discusses the inevitable dismissal of charges against General Michael Flynn and upcoming revelations from Senator Lindsey Graham's investigation into bureaucratic corruption. Meanwhile, former DNI James Clapper experienced a convenient technical glitch on CNN when asked about leaking classified information. Clapper later stated he would only testify remotely due to COVID-19 concerns. Keywords: [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [john solomon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-solomon.md), [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [unmasking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unmasking.md) ### Kaylee McEnany CNN Hired, Collusion Narrative and Sign-off - **Episode:** [1241: Curtain Wranglers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1241-curtain-wranglers.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-14 - **Time:** 3:19:04–3:23:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1241-curtain-wranglers/chapter/kaylee-mcenany-cnn-hired-collusion-narrative-and-sign-off.md Kaylee McEnany pointed out that CNN hired her despite her past criticisms of Donald Trump. She challenged the press to investigate the private testimonies of James Clapper, Samantha Power, and Loretta Lynch, who admitted under oath they had no evidence of Russia collusion. The show concluded with a reminder to support the value-for-value model at dvorak.org/na. Keywords: [kaylee mcenany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaylee-mcenany.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [collusion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/collusion.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [loretta lynch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loretta-lynch.md) ### William Arkin, Intelligence Officials as Media Pundits - **Episode:** [1203: RET](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1203-ret.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-02 - **Time:** 40:53–44:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1203-ret/chapter/william-arkin-intelligence-officials-as-media-pundits.md Journalist William Arkin criticizes the trend of hiring former intelligence officials, such as John Brennan and James Clapper, as news pundits. He argues that these figures represent a "single war party" and lack the necessary opposition from academics or historians on television panels. This saturation of the national security state in media is framed as a disservice to public discourse. Keywords: [william arkin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-arkin.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ### James Clapper, Janet Napolitano and Intelligence Incompetence - **Episode:** [1199: Slackified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-19 - **Time:** 2:26:35–2:29:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified/chapter/james-clapper-janet-napolitano-and-intelligence-incompetence.md A 2010 interview clip features then-Director of National Intelligence James Clapper appearing unaware of major terror arrests in London that had occurred earlier that day. The hosts use this to illustrate a long-standing pattern of incompetence within the U.S. intelligence community. They argue that figures like Clapper and John Brennan have a history of providing misleading information. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [janet napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-napolitano.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md), london arrests ### Obama Administration Surveillance Allegations, Susan Rice and Wiretapping - **Episode:** [1193: Blafrican](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1193-blafrican.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-28 - **Time:** 9:00–10:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1193-blafrican/chapter/obama-administration-surveillance-allegations-susan-rice-and-wiretapping.md Donald Trump alleges that surveillance of his 2016 campaign reached the highest levels of the Obama administration. He specifically names Susan Rice, John Brennan, and James Clapper as individuals potentially involved in spying activities. The discussion references Rice's "cover your ass" email sent to herself on inauguration day. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [wiretapping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wiretapping.md), [deep state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deep-state.md) ### James Clapper and Jeffrey Toobin React to Criminal Probe - **Episode:** [1185: Resilience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1185-resilience.md) - **Published:** 2019-10-31 - **Time:** 12:21–17:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1185-resilience/chapter/james-clapper-and-jeffrey-toobin-react-to-criminal-probe.md Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper expressed surprise on CNN regarding the Justice Department's criminal investigation into the Russia probe's origins. Legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin dismissed the "deep state" theory involving Joseph Mifsud as a right-wing fantasy. Clapper defended the 2017 intelligence community assessment, while critics suggest illegal FISA court activity may be the focus of the new criminal inquiry. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [jeffrey toobin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-toobin.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [fisa court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa-court.md) ### James Clapper, Witness Tampering Allegations, Whistleblower Protection Act - **Episode:** [1177: Moral Army](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1177-moral-army.md) - **Published:** 2019-10-03 - **Time:** 1:46:12–1:49:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1177-moral-army/chapter/james-clapper-witness-tampering-allegations-whistleblower-protection-act.md Former DNI James Clapper appears on CNN to discuss Trump's comments regarding "spies" and "treason," suggesting they could constitute witness tampering. The hosts compare the treatment of this whistleblower to past whistleblowers like Thomas Drake and Bill Binney who faced severe retaliation. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [witness tampering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/witness-tampering.md), [treason](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treason.md), whistleblower protection act, [bill binney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-binney.md) ### Joe DiGenova on John Brennan and Prison Prospects - **Episode:** [1138: Pregnant Person](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1138-pregnant-person.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-16 - **Time:** 2:46:42–2:48:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1138-pregnant-person/chapter/joe-digenova-on-john-brennan-and-prison-prospects.md Legal analyst Joe DiGenova claims that the appointment of U.S. Attorney John Durham signals a "laser focus" on a conspiracy led by former CIA Director John Brennan. DiGenova predicts that high-level officials, including Brennan, James Comey, and James Clapper, will eventually face prison time for their roles in the Russia investigation. Keywords: [joe digenova](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-digenova.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [john durham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-durham.md), [laura ingraham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laura-ingraham.md) ### James Clapper on CNN, Russian Election Interference Magnitude - **Episode:** [1131: CHUD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1131-chud.md) - **Published:** 2019-04-25 - **Time:** 30:49–34:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1131-chud/chapter/james-clapper-on-cnn-russian-election-interference-magnitude.md Former DNI James Clapper appeared on CNN to discuss the pervasiveness of Russian interference detailed in the Mueller Report. Clapper asserts the election was "tainted," a shift from previous intelligence community assessments that suggested Russian efforts had no measurable impact on the final vote tally. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [election interference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-interference.md), [intelligence community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md) ### James Clapper, WikiLeaks Versus Responsible Media - **Episode:** [1129: Banging My Gravel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1129-banging-my-gravel.md) - **Published:** 2019-04-15 - **Time:** 1:39:02–1:41:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1129-banging-my-gravel/chapter/james-clapper-wikileaks-versus-responsible-media.md Former DNI James Clapper explains the difference between WikiLeaks and "responsible" media like the New York Times on CNN. Clapper notes that traditional outlets typically give the intelligence community an opportunity to comment or request redactions before publishing classified material. He characterizes WikiLeaks as a "non-nation state hostile intelligence service" because it bypasses this vetting process. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [wikileaks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikileaks.md), [julian assange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-assange.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md) ### Mike Rogers NSA Warnings, Clapper Denials - **Episode:** [1128: Tactile Nukes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1128-tactile-nukes.md) - **Published:** 2019-04-14 - **Time:** 14:01–16:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1128-tactile-nukes/chapter/mike-rogers-nsa-warnings-clapper-denials.md The discussion focuses on reports that former NSA Director Mike Rogers warned Donald Trump about surveillance activities shortly after the 2016 election. This contradicts public denials from intelligence officials like James Clapper regarding the monitoring of the Trump campaign. Keywords: [mike rogers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-rogers.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [trump tower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-tower.md) ### James Clapper, Trump as Russian Asset Claims - **Episode:** [1115: Truancy Crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-25 - **Time:** 2:28:54–2:31:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes/chapter/james-clapper-trump-as-russian-asset-claims.md Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper stated on television that it is possible Donald Trump is a "witting or unwitting" Russian asset. Clapper cited Trump's deference to Vladimir Putin and the firing of James Comey as justification for the FBI's counterintelligence investigation. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [russian asset](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-asset.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md) ### James Comey, Wittingly vs Unwittingly, Dialectal Definitions - **Episode:** [1107: Carbon Budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-27 - **Time:** 35:52–39:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget/chapter/james-comey-wittingly-vs-unwittingly-dialectal-definitions.md John Brennan referenced 2016 conversations with James Comey regarding Russian interference and whether US persons worked with them "wittingly or unwittingly." This terminology mirrors James Clapper's previous controversial testimony regarding NSA surveillance of Americans. A brief linguistic digression explores the definition of "wittingly" as a chiefly dialectal term meaning to do something knowingly. Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), wittingly, dialectal ### Intelligence Officials as Media Pundits, National Security State - **Episode:** [1102: Killer Crickets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1102-killer-crickets.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-13 - **Time:** 27:13–32:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1102-killer-crickets/chapter/intelligence-officials-as-media-pundits-national-security-state.md The trend of hiring former intelligence officials like John Brennan and James Clapper as TV news analysts is identified as a conflict of interest. These pundits are described as representatives of the "permanent national security state" who lack diverse viewpoints. Critics call for more historians, academics, and anti-war voices to balance the panels currently dominated by former Obama and Bush administration officials. Keywords: [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [michael hayden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hayden.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md) ### Treason Definitions and the Helsinki Summit - **Episode:** [1063: Furternity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1063-furternity.md) - **Published:** 2018-08-30 - **Time:** 1:32:54–1:38:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1063-furternity/chapter/treason-definitions-and-the-helsinki-summit.md John Brennan doubles down on his description of President Trump's actions at the Helsinki summit as "nothing short of treasonous." The discussion explores the legal definition of treason versus Brennan's rhetorical use of the word, while also noting Bill Maher's defense of intelligence figures like James Clapper. Keywords: [treason](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treason.md), [helsinki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helsinki.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md) ### James Clapper, Barack Obama and FISA Warrants - **Episode:** [1054: Without Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-29 - **Time:** 20:14–25:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/james-clapper-barack-obama-and-fisa-warrants.md Former DNI James Clapper recently suggested that Barack Obama's request for an intelligence assessment set off the sequence of events leading to the Mueller investigation. This is contrasted with Clapper's previous denials of wiretapping or FISA warrants targeting the Trump campaign. The discussion mentions Admiral Mike Rogers' role in alerting the Trump team to potential surveillance. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [fisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa.md), [trump tower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-tower.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [intelligence community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-community.md) [Next page](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md?offset=20) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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