# Jcpoa on The No Agenda Show

Jcpoa comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2016 to June 2026.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** April 2016 – June 2026
- **Related topics:** [Iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [John Kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [Sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), [Uranium Enrichment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uranium-enrichment.md), [Centrifuges](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/centrifuges.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [Diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Susan Rice Criticizes Trump's Iran Deal as "Flimsy"

- **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-21
- **Time:** 22:13–25:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/susan-rice-criticizes-trump-s-iran-deal-as-flimsy.md

Former National Security Advisor Susan Rice described the Trump administration's two-page MOU with Iran as a "jaw-dropping horrific surrender." She argued that granting Iran immediate oil market access and billions in assets without a comprehensive nuclear deal undermines U.S. leverage. Rice compared the current document unfavorably to the hundreds of pages in the Obama-era JCPOA, which she claims had stricter enforcement mechanisms.

Keywords: [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [memorandum of understanding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorandum-of-understanding.md), [oil sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-sanctions.md), [reparations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reparations.md)

### Technical Differences Between JCPOA and Trump Iran Deal

- **Episode:** [1878: Dream Build Loop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-18
- **Time:** 51:35–55:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop/chapter/technical-differences-between-jcpoa-and-trump-iran-deal.md

The new Iran agreement differs from the JCPOA by prohibiting Iran from keeping any enriched material, whereas the previous deal allowed for continued enrichment under certain purities. Trump used the term "nuclear dust" to describe enriched material and noted that Iranian facilities were built under granite mountains to withstand strikes.

Keywords: [uranium enrichment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uranium-enrichment.md), [yellow cake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yellow-cake.md), [centrifuges](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/centrifuges.md), granite, [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md)

### Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire and U.S.-Iran Negotiations in Pakistan

- **Episode:** [1861: Cone of Uncertainty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-19
- **Time:** 17:13–21:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty/chapter/israel-lebanon-ceasefire-and-u-s-iran-negotiations-in-pakistan.md

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon appears to be holding despite minor incidents of violence. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts continue in Islamabad, Pakistan, where Vice President JD Vance and international mediators are working on a potential deal regarding Iran's nuclear enrichment. The negotiations involve a possible 20-year pause in enrichment in exchange for unfreezing Iranian assets.

Keywords: [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md)

### US Military Raids in Syria and Starlink in Iran

- **Episode:** [1516: Carbon Bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1516-carbon-bomb.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-29
- **Time:** 2:33:33–2:35:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1516-carbon-bomb/chapter/us-military-raids-in-syria-and-starlink-in-iran.md

The US military has increased raids against Islamic State militants in Syria despite previous claims of withdrawal. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's Starlink satellites are reportedly active over Iran to provide internet access during civil unrest. There are also back-channel reports suggesting a potential revival of the JCPOA nuclear deal, though the State Department has not confirmed these rumors.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [starlink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starlink.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md)

### JCPOA Negotiations, Iran Proximity Talks

- **Episode:** [1432: Dry Holes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1432-dry-holes.md)
- **Published:** 2022-03-11
- **Time:** 1:34:56–1:37:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1432-dry-holes/chapter/jcpoa-negotiations-iran-proximity-talks.md

Senator Ron Johnson questions Victoria Nuland regarding the "charade" of the Iran nuclear deal negotiations, noting that Iran refuses to meet face-to-face with U.S. representatives. Nuland defends the "proximity talks" involving European partners. The discussion suggests the administration is desperate to finalize the deal to bring Iranian oil back to the global market despite bad-faith concerns.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md), [nuclear deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-deal.md), [ron johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-johnson.md), [victoria nuland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria-nuland.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md)

### Jackie Speier, CNN, and Iran Flight 752

- **Episode:** [1207: Imminent Threat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1207-imminent-threat.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-16
- **Time:** 34:09–37:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1207-imminent-threat/chapter/jackie-speier-cnn-and-iran-flight-752.md

Representative Jackie Speier suggested on CNN that the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was a direct result of President Trump's escalation in the region. While acknowledging Iran fired the missile, Speier argued the event emanated from the killing of Soleimani and the U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA. The discussion highlights the partisan framing of the aviation disaster.

Keywords: [jackie speier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jackie-speier.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), flight 752, [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md)

### Mike Pompeo, John Kerry, and Pallets of Cash

- **Episode:** [1207: Imminent Threat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1207-imminent-threat.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-16
- **Time:** 37:36–41:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1207-imminent-threat/chapter/mike-pompeo-john-kerry-and-pallets-of-cash.md

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and President Trump accused the Obama administration of indirectly funding Iranian missiles through the JCPOA settlement funds. Critics argue the "pallets of cash" provided the regime with resources to underwrite Hezbollah and other regional militias. A media montage illustrates the uniform adoption of the "no evidence of imminent threat" talking point by various commentators.

Keywords: [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md)

### Iran Scales Back Nuclear Deal Commitments

- **Episode:** [1136: Spy Slut](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1136-spy-slut.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-12
- **Time:** 2:35:22–2:37:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1136-spy-slut/chapter/iran-scales-back-nuclear-deal-commitments.md

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced that Iran will stop complying with parts of the 2015 nuclear deal in response to U.S. sanctions. Iran plans to resume high-level uranium enrichment in 60 days if other signatories do not protect its oil and banking sectors, a move Russia blames on American provocation.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md), [uranium enrichment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uranium-enrichment.md), [hassan rouhani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hassan-rouhani.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md)

### Emmanuel Macron Address to Congress on Iran Nuclear Deal

- **Episode:** [1028: Roscoe!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1028-roscoe.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-26
- **Time:** 18:50–22:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1028-roscoe/chapter/emmanuel-macron-address-to-congress-on-iran-nuclear-deal.md

President Emmanuel Macron addressed the U.S. Congress, emphasizing that Iran must never possess nuclear weapons while simultaneously cautioning against new wars in the Middle East. Macron advocated for maintaining the JCPOA framework while proposing a "four pillars" approach to address post-2025 activity and ballistic missiles. His speech received mixed reactions from lawmakers regarding the commitment to avoiding military conflict.

Keywords: [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [iran nuclear deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-nuclear-deal.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md)

### State Department Coaching on Iran Sanctions

- **Episode:** [814: Produce & Pipelines](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines.md)
- **Published:** 2016-04-07
- **Time:** 1:27:43–1:34:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/814-produce-pipelines/chapter/state-department-coaching-on-iran-sanctions.md

Journalist Matt Lee questioned the State Department regarding reports that the U.S. is "coaching" foreign banks on how to conduct business with Iran without violating sanctions. The administration claims it is merely fulfilling its obligations under the JCPOA to advise banks on legal trade routes.

Keywords: [matt lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-lee.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), [jcpoa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jcpoa.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md)

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