# John Perkins on The No Agenda Show

John Perkins comes up in 34 chapters across 32 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2007 to February 2025.

- **Chapters:** 34
- **Episodes:** 32
- **Discussed:** November 2007 – February 2025
- **Related topics:** [John Doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [Kleiner Perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [Economic Hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md), [Al Gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Silicon Valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [Usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [Africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Economic Hitmen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitmen.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 34

### USAID History, Economic Hitman Theory

- **Episode:** [1737: Wrong Puberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1737-wrong-puberty.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-09
- **Time:** 46:52–50:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1737-wrong-puberty/chapter/usaid-history-economic-hitman-theory.md

A retrospective look at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) connects the organization to the "Economic Hitman" theories of John Perkins. Archival audio from 2009 shows the podcast's long-term tracking of USAID's role in funding pandemic research and international development as a tool for American foreign policy. The agency is characterized as an independent entity that often serves corporate interests under the guise of humanitarian aid.

Keywords: [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md), episode 112, [foreign aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-aid.md)

### John Doerr, Al Gore, Climate Change Activism

- **Episode:** [1398: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice.md)
- **Published:** 2021-11-11
- **Time:** 1:01:31–1:05:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice/chapter/john-doerr-al-gore-climate-change-activism.md

Venture capitalist John Doerr of Kleiner Perkins is featured discussing his weekly consultations with Al Gore to advance climate action. Doerr expresses regret over the 2000 election, suggesting the world would be decades ahead in emission reductions if Gore had become president. The hosts analyze the transition of the global narrative from COVID-19 concerns to the "catastrophic climate crisis" championed by figures like Greta Thunberg.

Keywords: [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [cop26](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop26.md), [greta thunberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-thunberg.md), green investment

### John Doerr, Randy Komisar, and the Elephant Gun Incident

- **Episode:** [1201: John's Story Time](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1201-john-s-story-time.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-26
- **Time:** 2:36–5:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1201-john-s-story-time/chapter/john-doerr-randy-komisar-and-the-elephant-gun-incident.md

A story is recounted regarding a Silicon Valley CEO with an extensive gun collection and the extreme anti-gun stance of Kleiner Perkins CEO John Doerr. An anecdote describes Doerr reacting negatively to a toy gun worn by Randy Komisar at a Halloween party. The segment concludes with a description of the physical toll of firing a 50-pound elephant gun, which resulted in massive bruising despite using heavy shoulder padding.

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### Elizabeth Warren, Silicon Valley Political Donors

- **Episode:** [1194: Mint19](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1194-mint19.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-01
- **Time:** 1:02:10–1:06:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1194-mint19/chapter/elizabeth-warren-silicon-valley-political-donors.md

Reports suggest Barack Obama may intervene to prevent Bernie Sanders from securing the nomination, while Elizabeth Warren's campaign struggles to maintain momentum. The hosts discuss the influence of Silicon Valley billionaires like John Doerr of Kleiner Perkins, who fund Democratic candidates in hopes of securing ambassadorships. They argue that these "elite" donors often have a flawed worldview that leads to poor political and technological investments.

Keywords: [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md)

### John Doerr Political Donations, Kamala Harris Pronouns

- **Episode:** [1181: Solutioning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1181-solutioning.md)
- **Published:** 2019-10-17
- **Time:** 51:17–52:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1181-solutioning/chapter/john-doerr-political-donations-kamala-harris-pronouns.md

Silicon Valley venture capitalist John Doerr is noted for his significant but often unsuccessful political donations to Democrats. Additionally, Kamala Harris is heard declaring her pronouns at a CNN town hall, which the hosts characterize as extreme virtue signaling.

Keywords: [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [pronouns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pronouns.md), [cnn town hall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn-town-hall.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md)

### Kleiner Perkins and Silicon Valley Investment Failures

- **Episode:** [1135: Miss Lawyer USA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1135-miss-lawyer-usa.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-05
- **Time:** 1:03:39–1:07:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1135-miss-lawyer-usa/chapter/kleiner-perkins-and-silicon-valley-investment-failures.md

John C. Dvorak recounts the history of Kleiner Perkins and partner John Doerr, highlighting their pivot to "Green Tech" and several notable investment failures. He mentions the Segway, the Fisker automotive collapse, and a rumored "snowblower" fiasco. Dvorak also claims that the firm missed the initial opportunity to invest in Google and had to buy in later at a higher price to maintain their reputation.

Keywords: [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [green tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-tech.md), [segway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/segway.md), [fisker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisker.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md)

### Confessions of an Economic Hitman, Chinese Oil Investments

- **Episode:** [1107: Carbon Budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget.md)
- **Published:** 2019-01-27
- **Time:** 23:49–27:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget/chapter/confessions-of-an-economic-hitman-chinese-oil-investments.md

The current crisis in Venezuela is compared to the strategies outlined in "Confessions of an Economic Hitman," where intelligence agencies target leaders who refuse to cooperate with US interests. A major catalyst for the recent escalation is believed to be Maduro selling a 9.9% stake in the Sinovesa refinery to the China National Petroleum Corporation. China has invested over $50 billion in Venezuela over the last decade to secure energy supplies.

Keywords: [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [hugo chavez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hugo-chavez.md), china national petroleum corporation, sinovesa, [debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md)

### Economic Hitman Criticizes Trump's Africa Policy

- **Episode:** [949: Bro_splosion](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/949-bro-splosion.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-23
- **Time:** 38:47–45:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/949-bro-splosion/chapter/economic-hitman-criticizes-trump-s-africa-policy.md

A listener identifying as an "Economic Hitman" argues that President Trump's cuts to USAID are ceding geopolitical influence in Africa to China. The correspondent also defends the refugee relocation system, claiming that computerized vetting has prevented terrorist activity among relocated populations since 1975.

Keywords: [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [refugees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/refugees.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md)

### John Dvorak MP3 Claims, Skype Origins

- **Episode:** [909: Virtue Signalling](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/909-virtue-signalling.md)
- **Published:** 2017-03-05
- **Time:** 1:46:39–1:49:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/909-virtue-signalling/chapter/john-dvorak-mp3-claims-skype-origins.md

John Dvorak claims to have written the first public article on MP3 technology. The discussion also covers the transition of the file-sharing service Kazaa into Skype and the failure of the video platform Joost.

Keywords: [john dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-dvorak.md), [mp3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mp3.md), kazaa, [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md), [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md)

### Venezuela Civil War Warning, Property Confiscation

- **Episode:** [744: Toxic Speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech.md)
- **Published:** 2015-08-02
- **Time:** 1:17:19–1:21:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech/chapter/venezuela-civil-war-warning-property-confiscation.md

An encounter with a Venezuelan expat at Dallas Love Field reveals stories of government land seizures under the post-Chavez regime. The individual, a former farm owner with a degree in HR, describes his cattle and 200 acres being confiscated by armed groups. He predicts an inevitable civil war in Venezuela as economic and social conditions deteriorate.

Keywords: [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), [hugo chavez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hugo-chavez.md), [nicolas maduro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicolas-maduro.md), [property rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/property-rights.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md)

### Botox for Migraines, Side Effects and Economic Hitman

- **Episode:** [730: Solution Space](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space.md)
- **Published:** 2015-06-14
- **Time:** 2:42:08–2:45:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/730-solution-space/chapter/botox-for-migraines-side-effects-and-economic-hitman.md

A commercial for Botox as a migraine treatment is analyzed, with the hosts noting the irony of "headache" being a listed side effect. They suggest the campaign is a move to get Botox covered by insurance. Adam Curry also mentions an upcoming meeting with John Perkins, author of *Confessions of an Economic Hitman*, to discuss his new book.

Keywords: [botox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/botox.md), [migraines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migraines.md), [drug commercials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-commercials.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md), [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md)

### No Agenda Sacred Texts, Tragedy and Hope

- **Episode:** [683: Team Taylor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-01
- **Time:** 2:02:52–2:09:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/no-agenda-sacred-texts-tragedy-and-hope.md

The hosts enumerate the "Sacred Texts" of the No Agenda show, including *Confessions of an Economic Hitman* by John Perkins and *Family of Secrets* by Russ Baker. A major focus is placed on Carroll Quigley's *Tragedy and Hope*, a 1,300-page history of the world that details the operations of the Federal Reserve and global banking systems.

Keywords: [carroll quigley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carroll-quigley.md), [russ baker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russ-baker.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [neil postman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neil-postman.md), [economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md)

### Visa Waiver Program and USAID Economic Hitmen

- **Episode:** [652: After Spin Class](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/652-after-spin-class.md)
- **Published:** 2014-09-14
- **Time:** 1:03:49–1:06:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/652-after-spin-class/chapter/visa-waiver-program-and-usaid-economic-hitmen.md

Representatives Gabbard and Collins propose suspending the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) due to security concerns, which the hosts argue would damage the economy. The discussion touches on the "Economic Hitman" theory regarding USAID workers and the high-security environment of U.S. embassies in Europe, where visitors are prohibited from carrying electronics.

Keywords: [visa waiver program](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/visa-waiver-program.md), [esta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esta.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), embassy security

### Grimerica Podcast, John Perkins Interview

- **Episode:** [596: Undesirable Nudity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/596-undesirable-nudity.md)
- **Published:** 2014-03-06
- **Time:** 1:04:27–1:08:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/596-undesirable-nudity/chapter/grimerica-podcast-john-perkins-interview.md

The hosts of the Grimerica podcast are thanked for their donation and their upcoming interview with John Perkins, author of "Confessions of an Economic Hitman." Suggestions are made for the interview, specifically asking Perkins about the IMF's role as an "economic hitman" in Ukraine. Perkins is noted to have become more guarded in recent years regarding his geopolitical analysis.

Keywords: [grimerica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grimerica.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/economic-hitman.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md)

### Tom Perkins, the 1%, and Nazi Analogies

- **Episode:** [590: Jelly Side Up](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up.md)
- **Published:** 2014-02-09
- **Time:** 37:57–42:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/590-jelly-side-up/chapter/tom-perkins-the-1-and-nazi-analogies.md

The dinner party ends abruptly after the host defends Tom Perkins’ controversial letter comparing the persecution of the "1 percent" to Nazi Germany. The host argues that minorities should not be persecuted, regardless of their wealth. This leads to a side discussion about venture capitalist John Doerr and his nervous habits, including biting his fingernails down to the bone.

Keywords: [tom perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-perkins.md), [1 percent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1-percent.md), [nazi germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi-germany.md), [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [compaq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compaq.md), [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md)

### Sir Scott of the Armory, Economic Hitmen in Uganda

- **Episode:** [556: Vape like a Ninja](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/556-vape-like-a-ninja.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-13
- **Time:** 5:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/556-vape-like-a-ninja/chapter/sir-scott-of-the-armory-economic-hitmen-in-uganda.md

Adam Curry describes a dinner at the home of Sir Scott, a member of the No Agenda Roundtable who runs a reloading station called The Armory. The gathering included guests involved in securing oil contracts in Uganda, whom Curry characterizes as "economic hitmen" based on the writings of John Perkins. The conversation transitions into a discussion about hunting, dressing deer, and the hazards of biting into bird shot while eating grouse.

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### Intelligence Agency Hiring Practices, Economic Hitman Anecdote

- **Episode:** [541: Huge Samoan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/541-huge-samoan.md)
- **Published:** 2013-08-22
- **Time:** 22:35–29:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/541-huge-samoan/chapter/intelligence-agency-hiring-practices-economic-hitman-anecdote.md

A discussion regarding the appearance of intelligence officials and media commentators suggests that agencies like the CIA and NSA prioritize hiring attractive women for field operations. This observation is linked to the book "Confessions of an Economic Hitman" by John Perkins, which describes how sexual entrapment is used to manipulate world leaders. The conversation touches on the cultural differences in how political mistresses are viewed in the United States versus Europe.

Keywords: [spies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spies.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [valerie plame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valerie-plame.md), [john perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-perkins.md), [confessions of an economic hitman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/confessions-of-an-economic-hitman.md)

### Guccifer Hacks, John Doerr and Ambassadorships

- **Episode:** [536: Ready for Huma](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/536-ready-for-huma.md)
- **Published:** 2013-08-04
- **Time:** 1:15:49–1:19:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/536-ready-for-huma/chapter/guccifer-hacks-john-doerr-and-ambassadorships.md

The discussion turns to other targets of the hacker Guccifer, including venture capitalist John Doerr of Kleiner Perkins and Senator Lisa Murkowski. The hosts speculate that Doerr's leaked emails might reveal his attempts to secure an ambassadorship to France or England through political donations. They also discuss Doerr's failed "green" investments with Al Gore.

Keywords: [guccifer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guccifer.md), [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [lisa murkowski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisa-murkowski.md), [ambassadorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ambassadorship.md)

### Bloom Energy Fuel Cell Scam, Natural Gas Infrastructure

- **Episode:** [526: #meh!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-30
- **Time:** 9:49–20:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh/chapter/bloom-energy-fuel-cell-scam-natural-gas-infrastructure.md

Bloom Energy, a Silicon Valley startup funded by Kleiner Perkins and John Doerr, is promoted as a "power plant in a box" that allegedly turns natural gas into electricity via electromechanical reactions. Industry insiders suggest the technology is a front for natural gas-fired plants and relies on government tax credits rather than true innovation. Speculation suggests an upcoming IPO is designed to allow early investors to exit before the technology's inefficiencies are fully exposed.

Keywords: bloom energy, [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [fuel cells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fuel-cells.md)

### Kleiner Perkins Green Energy Failures, Vinod Khosla

- **Episode:** [526: #meh!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-30
- **Time:** 20:46–28:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh/chapter/kleiner-perkins-green-energy-failures-vinod-khosla.md

John Doerr and Kleiner Perkins faced criticism for a series of green energy investment failures following their success with Netscape and Amazon. A rivalry between Doerr and former partner Vinod Khosla is highlighted, noting Khosla's transition to his own venture firm and his involvement in open-source textbook philanthropy. The segment characterizes the venture capital firm's "green" pivot as a departure from their historical success in the tech sector.

Keywords: [john doerr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-doerr.md), vinod khosla, [kleiner perkins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kleiner-perkins.md), [netscape](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netscape.md), [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md)

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