# James Holmes on The No Agenda Show James Holmes comes up in 19 chapters across 15 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2012 to April 2024. - **Chapters:** 19 - **Episodes:** 15 - **Discussed:** July 2012 – April 2024 - **Related topics:** [Aurora Shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [Aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md), [Colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [Gun Control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [Mental Health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [Mk Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md), [Acting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acting.md), [Airasia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airasia.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [Aviation Safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md) ## Chapters 1–19 of 19 ### Mental Health Records and James Holmes Case - **Episode:** [1648: Red Book Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-04 - **Time:** 2:19:30–2:21:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special/chapter/mental-health-records-and-james-holmes-case.md The hosts argue that "common sense" gun legislation is actually a move to control citizens through mental health records. They use the James Holmes Aurora theater shooting case to illustrate how psychiatric warnings and medications are being used to justify increased state surveillance. Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [psychiatry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychiatry.md) ### James Mattis and Theranos Board Involvement - **Episode:** [1098: Climate Grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-28 - **Time:** 35:30–39:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief/chapter/james-mattis-and-theranos-board-involvement.md The professional judgment of James Mattis is questioned due to his previous role on the board of directors for Theranos, the failed blood-testing startup. Other high-profile board members included Colin Powell and George Shultz. The segment suggests these figures were manipulated by Elizabeth Holmes, casting doubt on their fitness for government authority. Keywords: [james mattis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-mattis.md), [elizabeth holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-holmes.md), [theranos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theranos.md), [colin powell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colin-powell.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) ### Forensic Psychiatry Analysis, Spectacle Crimes and Genetics - **Episode:** [970: Golf Bag Nukes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-05 - **Time:** 59:51–1:03:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes/chapter/forensic-psychiatry-analysis-spectacle-crimes-and-genetics.md Forensic psychiatrist Dr. Michael Welner analyzed Stephen Paddock's motives, noting that "stranger mass homicides" are typically committed by younger men seeking notoriety, such as Aurora shooter James Holmes. Welner suggested that for an older man like Paddock, the crime was likely a "spectacle" designed to instigate a specific cause or derivative impact. The discussion also touches on the genetics of psychopathy, noting Paddock's father was a bank robber on the FBI's Most Wanted list. Keywords: michael welner, [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md), spectacle crime, [stephen paddock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-paddock.md) ### AirAsia Flight QZ8501, Cumulonimbus Cloud Theory - **Episode:** [689: Code 44](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/689-code-44.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-22 - **Time:** 2:19:23–2:24:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/689-code-44/chapter/airasia-flight-qz8501-cumulonimbus-cloud-theory.md Indonesian officials reported that AirAsia Flight QZ8501 climbed at an "unusually fast" rate of 6,000 feet per minute before stalling. The hosts argue this was likely caused by powerful updrafts within a cumulonimbus cloud rather than pilot error. The segment also briefly mentions the "clean-cut" appearance of Aurora shooter James Holmes during his court hearing. Keywords: [airasia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airasia.md), flight qz8501, [cumulonimbus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cumulonimbus.md), [radar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radar.md), [indonesia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indonesia.md), [aviation safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md), [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md) ### James Holmes Trial, Aurora Shooting and Legal Insanity - **Episode:** [687: Cyber Caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-15 - **Time:** 2:39:38–2:46:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/james-holmes-trial-aurora-shooting-and-legal-insanity.md Jury selection began for the trial of James Holmes, the man accused of the 2012 Aurora movie theater shooting. Holmes pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, requiring prosecutors to prove he was legally sane at the time of the attack. The hosts discuss the "sketchy" details of the original event, including witness reports of multiple shooters, and note the high cost of the trial to Colorado taxpayers. Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), legal insanity, jury selection ### Elementary TV Show Aside and James Bond Reference - **Episode:** [616: Jihadi Disneyland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/616-jihadi-disneyland.md) - **Published:** 2014-05-11 - **Time:** 1:49:52–1:52:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/616-jihadi-disneyland/chapter/elementary-tv-show-aside-and-james-bond-reference.md A clip from the CBS show "Elementary" features a character jokingly asking Sherlock Holmes to assassinate the Premier of China, which is noted as a strange script choice. This leads to a brief reference to the James Bond film "From Russia with Love" and the iconic "in the morning" line, which serves as a recurring theme for the podcast. Keywords: [elementary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elementary.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [sherlock holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sherlock-holmes.md), [mi6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mi6.md), from russia with love, [james bond](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-bond.md) ### James Holmes Trial and Redacted Sanity Rulings - **Episode:** [576: Mysterious Erratic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/576-mysterious-erratic.md) - **Published:** 2013-12-22 - **Time:** 2:46:09–2:49:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/576-mysterious-erratic/chapter/james-holmes-trial-and-redacted-sanity-rulings.md A judge in the James Holmes theater shooting case has barred the public from pretrial hearings regarding the defendant's sanity, claiming factual information would "infect" the jury pool. Seven pages of the ruling were redacted, leading to speculation that the government is hiding information about Holmes' potential involvement in state-sponsored programs or drug experiments. Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [mk ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md), [redacted](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/redacted.md), kangaroo court ### Mental Health Records and Gun Control - **Episode:** [502: Nuevo Orden Mundial](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial.md) - **Published:** 2013-04-07 - **Time:** 2:25:19–2:27:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/502-nuevo-orden-mundial/chapter/mental-health-records-and-gun-control.md The Aurora theater shooter James Holmes had reportedly been identified as a danger by his psychiatrist, Dr. Lynne Fenton, prior to the attack. The incident is being used to advocate for "common sense" legislation that would integrate mental health records into law enforcement databases. The hosts warn that this system will eventually be used to restrict other civil liberties, such as driving or employment. Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [gun control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md) ### James Holmes Court Appearance and Medication Changes - **Episode:** [446: The Convincables](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/446-the-convincables.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-23 - **Time:** 2:09:27–2:11:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/446-the-convincables/chapter/james-holmes-court-appearance-and-medication-changes.md Aurora shooting suspect James Holmes appears in court with a significantly different demeanor, appearing alert and well-groomed compared to his previous dazed state. Reporters speculate that his medication has been changed, though a gag order prevents confirmation. The hosts discuss the "stunning" physical transformation of the defendant. Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/court.md), [medication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medication.md), [haldol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haldol.md) ### James Holmes, Aurora Shooting, Computational Neurobiology - **Episode:** [434: Tripwire](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/434-tripwire.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-12 - **Time:** 1:25:10–1:29:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/434-tripwire/chapter/james-holmes-aurora-shooting-computational-neurobiology.md Archival video of Aurora shooter James Holmes shows him presenting his studies in computational neurobiology at UC Riverside. His research focused on how the brain perceives reality and subjective experience. The hosts speculate on potential links to high-level psychological research programs or "MK Ultra" style projects given his specialized field of study. Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md), [neuroscience](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neuroscience.md), uc riverside, [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), [mk ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md) ### Aurora Fire and Spanish Supermarket Rubbish Bins - **Episode:** [433: Hanseatic League](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/433-hanseatic-league.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-09 - **Time:** 2:22:41–2:25:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/433-hanseatic-league/chapter/aurora-fire-and-spanish-supermarket-rubbish-bins.md A fire in Aurora, Colorado, occurring near the apartment of theater shooter James Holmes, is noted for its suspicious timing. Separately, the city of Girona, Spain, has begun locking supermarket trash bins to prevent citizens from scavenging for food, citing "social alarm" and health risks. Keywords: [aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md), [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), girona, [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md), [dumpster diving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dumpster-diving.md) ### James Holmes, Batman Movie Massacre, Hannibal Lecter Mask - **Episode:** [431: Excited Delerium](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/431-excited-delerium.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-02 - **Time:** 1:27:43–1:32:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/431-excited-delerium/chapter/james-holmes-batman-movie-massacre-hannibal-lecter-mask.md James Holmes, the suspect in the Aurora movie theater shooting, is being demonized in the media with comparisons to Hannibal Lecter. Reports indicate he is forced to wear a "spit mask" in jail, and a judge has banned cameras from future court proceedings. A separate incident in Miami involved a man causing a panic in a theater by wearing black gloves and shouting "This is it." Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md), [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batman.md), hannibal lecter, spit mask ### Robert Holmes, LIBOR Scandal, Aurora Shooter Connection - **Episode:** [430: Burka Bellyflop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/430-burka-bellyflop.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-29 - **Time:** 38:54–40:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/430-burka-bellyflop/chapter/robert-holmes-libor-scandal-aurora-shooter-connection.md The hosts discuss an unreported angle involving James Holmes's father, Robert Holmes, who reportedly developed algorithms to uncover the LIBOR banking scandal. Claims are made that the elder Holmes was scheduled to testify before the Senate against major banks. The hosts speculate that the timing of the Aurora shooting and the shooter's subsequent "amnesia" are suspicious given these financial connections. Keywords: robert holmes, [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [libor scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor-scandal.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [senate testimony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-testimony.md) ### James Holmes, Aurora Shooting Photo Discrepancies - **Episode:** [429: Gross, Surprising & Scary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-27 - **Time:** 2:20–5:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary/chapter/james-holmes-aurora-shooting-photo-discrepancies.md A comparison of photos featuring Aurora theater shooter James Holmes suggests potential discrepancies between his original appearance and his courtroom appearance with orange hair. Observations focus on differences in nose shape and ear structure, leading to claims of psychological programming or the use of a body double. The discussion highlights how mugshots typically focus on ears as unique identifiers similar to fingerprints. Keywords: [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md), [psychological warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychological-warfare.md), mugshots ### The View, Mental Illness Commentary Skepticism - **Episode:** [429: Gross, Surprising & Scary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-27 - **Time:** 5:05–7:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary/chapter/the-view-mental-illness-commentary-skepticism.md The hosts criticize the commentary on the daytime talk show The View regarding James Holmes' courtroom demeanor. They mock the hosts' assertions about the intersection of high intelligence and mental disease. The segment highlights the repetitive use of the phrase "I do believe" by media personalities as a linguistic filler. Keywords: [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [mental illness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-illness.md), [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), media commentary, [acting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acting.md) ### Aurora Shooting Eyewitness, Suspicious Testimony Analysis - **Episode:** [429: Gross, Surprising & Scary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-27 - **Time:** 22:05–26:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary/chapter/aurora-shooting-eyewitness-suspicious-testimony-analysis.md An eyewitness account of the Aurora shooting is scrutinized for its use of specific technical language, such as "casualties" and "10-24" location codes. The witness describes a man propping open an emergency door and signaling someone during the movie trailers. The hosts question the validity of the testimony, suggesting the witness sounds like an intelligence plant or a trained professional. Keywords: [aurora shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-shooting.md), [eyewitness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eyewitness.md), police jargon, theater security, [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md) ### SWAT Gear Confusion, Tennessee License Plates - **Episode:** [429: Gross, Surprising & Scary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-27 - **Time:** 26:28–29:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary/chapter/swat-gear-confusion-tennessee-license-plates.md The capture of James Holmes is discussed, specifically how he allegedly attempted to blend in with police by wearing tactical gear. Questions are raised regarding why Holmes, a student in Colorado originally from California, had Tennessee license plates on his vehicle. The hosts suggest the presence of a second shooter and criticize the official narrative provided by local authorities. Keywords: swat gear, [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tennessee.md), [license plates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/license-plates.md), aurora police ### MKUltra Theories, Hot Pockets Tour Meetups - **Episode:** [429: Gross, Surprising & Scary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-27 - **Time:** 1:51:19–1:54:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/429-gross-surprising-scary/chapter/mkultra-theories-hot-pockets-tour-meetups.md Producer Mike requests that the hosts convince his fiancée that James Holmes is an "MKUltra patsy." The hosts also discuss a send-off meetup in Austin and acknowledge several birthday requests. A "Do Not Resuscitate Slave" joke is made in reference to a senior citizen knighthood request. Keywords: [mkultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mkultra.md), [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [hot pockets tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets-tour.md), producer mike, [dnr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnr.md) ### Dark Knight Rises Movie Massacre, Media Scripting Analysis - **Episode:** [428: Muslim Hugger](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/428-muslim-hugger.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-22 - **Time:** 6:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/428-muslim-hugger/chapter/dark-knight-rises-movie-massacre-media-scripting-analysis.md The 2012 mass shooting at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado, during a screening of The Dark Knight Rises is analyzed for potential media scripting and "false flag" indicators. Observations are made regarding the repetitive nature of televised interviews and the rapid production of a CBS 48 Hours special. 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