# Jill Abramson on The No Agenda Show Jill Abramson comes up in 28 chapters across 23 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2011 to December 2022. - **Chapters:** 28 - **Episodes:** 23 - **Discussed:** June 2011 – December 2022 - **Related topics:** [New York Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [Vocal Fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md), [Journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [Linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [Berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md), [Plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Clarence Thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [Howard Kurtz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-kurtz.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 28 ### Vocal Fry and Linguistic Trends in Media - **Episode:** [1514: Holiday Heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-22 - **Time:** 1:54:31–2:00:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart/chapter/vocal-fry-and-linguistic-trends-in-media.md The linguistic phenomenon of "vocal fry"—a low, creaky vibration in speech—is analyzed as a growing trend among young women and media figures like Jill Abramson. While some pathologists call it a disorder, others view it as a social marker of being urban-oriented and upwardly mobile. Keywords: [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md), [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md) ### Jill Abramson, The Genesis Block of Vocal Fry - **Episode:** [1413: Flurona](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1413-flurona.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-03 - **Time:** 3:08:26–3:11:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1413-flurona/chapter/jill-abramson-the-genesis-block-of-vocal-fry.md Former New York Times editor Jill Abramson is featured in a clip from James Carville's podcast, showcasing her distinctive "vocal fry." Abramson criticizes the Biden-Harris administration for its "invisible" leadership and lack of a coherent communication strategy. The hosts crown her the "OG" of vocal fry, noting she pioneered the speech pattern long before it became a common media trend. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md), [james carville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-carville.md), communication strategy, [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md) ### Jill Abramson and Raven Vocal Fry Comparison - **Episode:** [1245: Mask Up!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1245-mask-up.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-31 - **Time:** 22:23–24:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1245-mask-up/chapter/jill-abramson-and-raven-vocal-fry-comparison.md A comparison is made between the vocal fry of former New York Times editor Jill Abramson and the natural sounds produced by ravens. The anecdote explores the distinct auditory environment of Berkeley and the "OG Berkeley hummer" sound associated with local wildlife. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), ravens, [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md), [berkeley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/berkeley.md) ### Jill Abramson, New York Times Anti-Trump Bias - **Episode:** [1203: RET](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1203-ret.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-02 - **Time:** 44:49–47:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1203-ret/chapter/jill-abramson-new-york-times-anti-trump-bias.md Former New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson criticized the paper in her book for having an "unmistakably anti-Trump" stance. She claims the younger "woke" staff have abandoned traditional journalistic standards and that the paper benefits financially from negative Trump coverage due to increased digital traffic. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [howard kurtz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-kurtz.md), [journalism standards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism-standards.md), [bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bias.md) ### Linguistics Professor Critiques No Agenda Speech Ridicule - **Episode:** [1187: Predeceased](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1187-predeceased.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-03 - **Time:** 59:55–1:12:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1187-predeceased/chapter/linguistics-professor-critiques-no-agenda-speech-ridicule.md An anonymous linguistics professor sent a critique to the show regarding the ridicule of speech patterns like "vocal fry" and "T-dropping." The professor argued that these are natural language evolutions and that mocking them can be perceived as discriminatory, while the hosts defended their right to critique the "milieu" of elite and media speech. Keywords: [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md), t-dropping, [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [yamiche alcindor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yamiche-alcindor.md) ### Jill Abramson, William Shatner, and the Art of Booking - **Episode:** [1118: Birth Strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1118-birth-strike.md) - **Published:** 2019-03-08 - **Time:** 2:12:40–2:17:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1118-birth-strike/chapter/jill-abramson-william-shatner-and-the-art-of-booking.md A discussion on the difficulty of booking high-profile guests like Jill Abramson or William Shatner highlights the role of "gatekeeper" publicists. Abramson is criticized for her "vocal fry," while Shatner is identified as a dream interview who remains elusive despite his active social media presence. The hosts note that successful interview shows rely on professional bookers with extensive industry connections. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [william shatner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-shatner.md), booking, [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md), publicists ### Jill Abramson, Plagiarism and Newsroom Analytics - **Episode:** [1115: Truancy Crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-25 - **Time:** 1:27:47–1:31:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes/chapter/jill-abramson-plagiarism-and-newsroom-analytics.md Former New York Times editor Jill Abramson discusses her book and the controversy surrounding plagiarism allegations. In an interview with Vivian Schiller, Abramson describes how real-time analytics boards in newsrooms like the Washington Post incentivize journalists to prioritize "clickbait" stories about Donald Trump over substantive reporting. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [vivian schiller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivian-schiller.md), [plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md), [vice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), chartbeat ### Native Advertising, Jill Abramson Dismissal - **Episode:** [1115: Truancy Crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-25 - **Time:** 1:41:12–1:46:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes/chapter/native-advertising-jill-abramson-dismissal.md Jill Abramson reveals that she lost a battle at the New York Times regarding "native advertising," which she believes compromises journalistic ethics by mimicking news content. She expresses regret to her readers for the confusion caused by "paid posts" and suggests her opposition to these commercial interests contributed to her firing. Keywords: [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), journalistic ethics, paid posts ### Jill Abramson, Vice Media Oppo Campaign Allegations - **Episode:** [1114: Fudged](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-21 - **Time:** 1:37:11–1:40:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged/chapter/jill-abramson-vice-media-oppo-campaign-allegations.md Former New York Times editor Jill Abramson alleged on CNN that Vice Media ran an "oppo campaign" against her book after she provided them with galley proofs for fact-checking. Abramson claims Vice strategized to discredit the book rather than correcting errors. Vice is described as an entity that hires political war room strategists rather than traditional PR spokespeople to handle its public image. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [vice media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md), [opposition research](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opposition-research.md) ### Media Bias, Registered Democrats and Trump Coverage - **Episode:** [1114: Fudged](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-21 - **Time:** 1:45:46–1:48:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged/chapter/media-bias-registered-democrats-and-trump-coverage.md Lara Logan cited statistics claiming 85% of journalists are registered Democrats, leading to a lack of "gray area" in news coverage. She referenced Jill Abramson's admission that the New York Times became an "anti-Trump paper of record," producing dozens of negative stories daily. Logan argued that this distortion of reality proves the media is no longer performing its job of objective reporting. Keywords: [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [objectivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/objectivity.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) ### Jill Abramson Plagiarism, Geocaching Super Karma Coin - **Episode:** [1111: Eleven Eleven](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-11 - **Time:** 1:26:03–1:32:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven/chapter/jill-abramson-plagiarism-geocaching-super-karma-coin.md The Baron of Las Vegas provides an update on a "Super Karma Geocoin" that has traveled over 104,000 miles since 2011, currently located in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The conversation briefly touches on plagiarism allegations against former New York Times editor Jill Abramson. Other donors request "F-Cancer" karma for family members and celebrate upcoming retirements and international moves. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md), [geocaching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geocaching.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), st. vincent ### Jill Abramson Book Controversy, Footnote Errors - **Episode:** [1111: Eleven Eleven](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-11 - **Time:** 1:56:49–2:02:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven/chapter/jill-abramson-book-controversy-footnote-errors.md Former New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson addressed allegations of plagiarism in her book *Merchants of Truth* during interviews on Fox News and NPR. While she initially denied the claims, she later conceded that some passages regarding Vice News were "too close for comfort" and lacked proper citations. Abramson attributed the errors to faulty footnoting and promised to correct the text in future editions. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), merchants of truth, [plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md), [vice news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-news.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md) ### Public Domain Definitions, Media Resentment - **Episode:** [1111: Eleven Eleven](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-11 - **Time:** 2:06:17–2:10:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven/chapter/public-domain-definitions-media-resentment.md The hosts explain that while modern dictionaries are protected by copyright, older editions like a 100-year-old Oxford English Dictionary are in the public domain and can be used freely. The Jill Abramson controversy is framed as a case of media peers "hounding" her due to personal resentment rather than a major ethical breach. The analysis posits that the internet itself is a "copy machine" built on technical copyright violations. Keywords: [public domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-domain.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [media analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-analysis.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md) ### Jill Abramson, Seymour Hersh, New York Times Credibility - **Episode:** [1104: People's Vote](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1104-people-s-vote.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-20 - **Time:** 1:32:09–1:35:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1104-people-s-vote/chapter/jill-abramson-seymour-hersh-new-york-times-credibility.md Former New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson and investigative journalist Seymour Hersh have criticized the paper's increasingly hostile coverage of Donald Trump. Hersh argued that the media has become polarized, with the Times and Washington Post serving anti-Trump audiences while Fox News serves supporters, thereby damaging the overall credibility of American journalism. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [seymour hersh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seymour-hersh.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md) ### Jill Abramson Criticism of New York Times Woke Staff - **Episode:** [1100: Flash Meetup!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-04 - **Time:** 1:46:27–1:50:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1100-flash-meetup/chapter/jill-abramson-criticism-of-new-york-times-woke-staff.md Former New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson criticizes the paper in her new book, alleging that "woke" younger staff members have abandoned journalistic standards to pursue an anti-Trump agenda. She also notes that the paper's negative coverage of the president has resulted in a significant financial reward through increased digital traffic. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [howard kurtz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-kurtz.md) ### Jill Abramson and The New York Times Legacy - **Episode:** [1095: Yeah No](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1095-yeah-no.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-17 - **Time:** 34:36–37:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1095-yeah-no/chapter/jill-abramson-and-the-new-york-times-legacy.md Former New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson is discussed regarding her career and her past reporting on Clarence Thomas. Her transition from the Times to other ventures, including potential involvement with the Dutch-funded journalism project "The Correspondent," is noted. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [the new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-new-york-times.md), [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), the correspondent ### Anonymous Op-Ed, Mike Pence, Lodestar Theory - **Episode:** [1068: Carbeque](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1068-carbeque.md) - **Published:** 2018-09-16 - **Time:** 1:39:25–1:44:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1068-carbeque/chapter/anonymous-op-ed-mike-pence-lodestar-theory.md Speculation continues regarding the identity of the anonymous New York Times op-ed author, with many pointing to Vice President Mike Pence due to the use of the word "lodestar." However, critics suggest the word may have been "planted" to frame Pence. Former New York Times editor Jill Abramson defended the publication of the piece, while an NPR host accidentally used the word "plant" instead of "place" when describing the submission. Keywords: [anonymous op-ed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-op-ed.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [mike pence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pence.md), [lodestar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lodestar.md), [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md) ### Linguistic Trends and Jill Abramson on Clarence Thomas - **Episode:** [1011: Vasectomies & Dogs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1011-vasectomies-dogs.md) - **Published:** 2018-02-25 - **Time:** 2:37:31–2:40:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1011-vasectomies-dogs/chapter/linguistic-trends-and-jill-abramson-on-clarence-thomas.md The hosts critique the modern linguistic trend of abbreviating words, such as "convo" and "adorbs." The discussion then turns to former New York Times editor Jill Abramson, who is campaigning for the impeachment of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Abramson claims to have new evidence that Thomas committed perjury during his 1991 confirmation hearings. Keywords: [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [newspeak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newspeak.md), [impeachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/impeachment.md) ### Dame Joni Daudefray, Jill Abramson "Hummer" Aside - **Episode:** [891: Bug Juice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/891-bug-juice.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-01 - **Time:** 1:38:38–1:41:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/891-bug-juice/chapter/dame-joni-daudefray-jill-abramson-hummer-aside.md Dame Joni Daudefray's donation leads to a discussion about former New York Times editor Jill Abramson. The hosts recall their previous nickname for her, the "Berkeley Hummer," and discuss the nature of high-level terminations in the media industry. Keywords: joni daudefray, [jill abramson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-abramson.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), berkeley hummer, vogelfrei ### Jill Abramson and the New York Times Hummer - **Episode:** [889: The Christmas Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/889-the-christmas-special.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-26 - **Time:** 2:15:50–2:21:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/889-the-christmas-special/chapter/jill-abramson-and-the-new-york-times-hummer.md Former New York Times executive editor Jill Abramson is identified as a "Berkeley Hummer," a term for people who emit a continuous humming sound while speaking to prevent interruptions. The hosts play clips of her slow, rhythmic speech pattern, comparing it to a "Gregorian chant" or a "Buddhist monk," and suggest it reflects the deliberate agenda-setting nature of the paper. 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