# Joint Chiefs Of Staff on The No Agenda Show Joint Chiefs Of Staff comes up in 22 chapters across 21 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2011 to October 2022. - **Chapters:** 22 - **Episodes:** 21 - **Discussed:** January 2011 – October 2022 - **Related topics:** [Martin Dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [Mark Milley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milley.md), [Pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [John Mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [Lindsey Graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [Al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 22 ### Mark Milley on Rules-Based International Order - **Episode:** [1497: Bug Peeps](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-23 - **Time:** 1:13:45–1:16:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps/chapter/mark-milley-on-rules-based-international-order.md General Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, stated that the purpose of the US military is to uphold the "rules-based international order" established after World War II. The hosts challenge this assertion, arguing that the primary mission of the armed forces is to defend the US Constitution. They note that Milley has made similar statements regarding global interests in the past. Keywords: [mark milley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milley.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [international order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-order.md), military mission ### General Mark Milley, Afghanistan Intelligence Failure - **Episode:** [1374: Shetard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-19 - **Time:** 2:18:50–2:22:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard/chapter/general-mark-milley-afghanistan-intelligence-failure.md General Mark Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, defends the Pentagon's intelligence assessments regarding the collapse of the Afghan government. Milley claims that while a rapid collapse was a considered scenario, no intelligence indicated the Afghan security forces would fold in only 11 days. Keywords: [mark milley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milley.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [taliban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taliban.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md) ### Pentagon Leadership Disputes, Mark Milley and Audit Failures - **Episode:** [1097: Two-way Sword](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1097-two-way-sword.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-23 - **Time:** 27:42–30:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1097-two-way-sword/chapter/pentagon-leadership-disputes-mark-milley-and-audit-failures.md Internal conflicts at the Pentagon involved disagreements over the appointment of Mark Milley as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff over Mattis's preferred candidate, David Goldfein. Additionally, the Department of Defense's failure to pass its first-ever financial audit is cited as a significant but underreported factor in the leadership transition. Keywords: [mark milley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milley.md), david goldfein, [pentagon audit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon-audit.md), [james mattis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-mattis.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md) ### General Mark Milley, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Denture Anecdote - **Episode:** [1093: Right Puberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-09 - **Time:** 1:43:40–1:46:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty/chapter/general-mark-milley-joint-chiefs-of-staff-denture-anecdote.md General Mark Milley is introduced as the nominee for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. An anecdote is shared regarding Milley's dentures getting stuck in a baguette during a visit to French troops in Afghanistan. He is described as a blunt, down-to-earth leader who may either bond with or butt heads with President Trump. Keywords: [mark milley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milley.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [dentures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dentures.md) ### Global Military Presence, US Army Deployment, Great Power War - **Episode:** [1093: Right Puberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-09 - **Time:** 1:52:14–1:54:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty/chapter/global-military-presence-us-army-deployment-great-power-war.md The necessity of a large US military is discussed in the context of maintaining global stability and preventing "great power war." General Milley notes that there are currently 180,000 US soldiers deployed in 140 countries. The discussion weighs the cost of this global presence against the historical alternative of continental-wide slaughter. Keywords: [us army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-army.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), great power war, global military, [deployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deployment.md) ### General Mark Milley, Bretton Woods, Liberal World Order - **Episode:** [951: Hard Forking](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/951-hard-forking.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-30 - **Time:** 27:29–34:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/951-hard-forking/chapter/general-mark-milley-bretton-woods-liberal-world-order.md Army Chief of Staff General Mark Milley delivered a speech at the National Press Club defining the international "World Order" established by the 1945 Bretton Woods agreements. Milley explained that the U.S. military's primary role for seven decades has been to enforce this rules-based system to prevent "great power war." He cited the horrific casualties of World War II, including the 100 million people killed between 1914 and 1945, as the impetus for maintaining current global stability. Keywords: [mark milley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milley.md), [bretton woods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bretton-woods.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [world order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-order.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md) ### Syria Ceasefire, Intelligence Sharing with Russia - **Episode:** [863: Quantum of Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/863-quantum-of-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2016-09-25 - **Time:** 25:44–28:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/863-quantum-of-evidence/chapter/syria-ceasefire-intelligence-sharing-with-russia.md Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov emphasized the need to separate moderate opposition from Nusra forces to maintain the Syrian ceasefire. Despite public documents requiring intelligence exchange, General Dunford testified that sharing intelligence with Russia remains a bad idea. Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [sergey lavrov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergey-lavrov.md), nusra, [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceasefire.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md) ### Obama, Military Power and Global Leadership Claims - **Episode:** [790: Climate Disobedience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/790-climate-disobedience.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-14 - **Time:** 40:48–46:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/790-climate-disobedience/chapter/obama-military-power-and-global-leadership-claims.md President Obama asserted that the United States remains the most powerful nation on earth, spending more on its military than the next eight nations combined. He claimed that global standing has improved during his tenure and that the world looks to America rather than Beijing or Moscow for leadership. The segment notes the stoic presence of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during these declarations. Keywords: [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [military](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md), [moscow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moscow.md), [defense budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defense-budget.md) ### European Terror Warnings, Seymour Hersh, Joint Chiefs of Staff - **Episode:** [785: Hispandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/785-hispandering.md) - **Published:** 2015-12-27 - **Time:** 2:11:20–2:15:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/785-hispandering/chapter/european-terror-warnings-seymour-hersh-joint-chiefs-of-staff.md Police in Vienna and other European cities have issued warnings of potential terror attacks based on "friendly intelligence." Meanwhile, a new article by Seymour Hersh in the London Review of Books alleges that the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff under General Dempsey bypassed the White House to provide intelligence to the Syrian government. The goal was reportedly to prevent an ISIS takeover of Syria. Keywords: [vienna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vienna.md), [seymour hersh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seymour-hersh.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [general dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-dempsey.md), [assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assad.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md) ### President Obama's Ankara Speech and Think Tank Wars - **Episode:** [775: Fear is the Product](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/775-fear-is-the-product.md) - **Published:** 2015-11-19 - **Time:** 33:38–37:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/775-fear-is-the-product/chapter/president-obama-s-ankara-speech-and-think-tank-wars.md President Obama's speech at the G20 summit in Ankara is analyzed as evidence of an internal "think tank war." The hosts interpret Obama's comments about "advisors" as a jab at neocon influences within the State Department and military-industrial complex. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [ankara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ankara.md), [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md) ### Pentagon Email Hack, Russian Attribution Claims - **Episode:** [746: Thermostat Placebo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/746-thermostat-placebo.md) - **Published:** 2015-08-09 - **Time:** 1:31:56–1:34:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/746-thermostat-placebo/chapter/pentagon-email-hack-russian-attribution-claims.md Unnamed sources within the Pentagon attributed a sophisticated cyberattack on the Joint Chiefs of Staff's unclassified email system to Russia. However, White House spokesperson Josh Earnest declined to officially name a culprit, leading to accusations of media manipulation. Keywords: [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md) ### General Martin Dempsey, Humility and Success - **Episode:** [744: Toxic Speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech.md) - **Published:** 2015-08-02 - **Time:** 2:18:00–2:22:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech/chapter/general-martin-dempsey-humility-and-success.md General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to children about humility and success, comparing resilience to the song by Chumbawamba. Dempsey's "fruit salad" of medals and his tendency to sing during public appearances are noted. The hosts critique the scripted nature of the "Dempsey and the kids" segment. Keywords: [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), humility, chumbawamba, uptown funk ### General Joseph Dunford, Russia Existential Threat - **Episode:** [738: Busted Router](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/738-busted-router.md) - **Published:** 2015-07-12 - **Time:** 2:33:58–2:38:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/738-busted-router/chapter/general-joseph-dunford-russia-existential-threat.md General Joseph Dunford, nominee for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, testified that Russia presents the greatest existential threat to the United States. State Department spokesperson John Kirby refused to explicitly endorse Dunford's assessment, highlighting a rift between military and diplomatic rhetoric. The hosts note how drastically the political stance on Russia has shifted since the 2012 election. Keywords: [joseph dunford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-dunford.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md) ### General Martin Dempsey, Sibilance and Military Strategy - **Episode:** [687: Cyber Caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-15 - **Time:** 1:03:39–1:07:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/general-martin-dempsey-sibilance-and-military-strategy.md General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discussed the "away game" strategy of the U.S. military against radical extremism stretching from Nigeria to China. The hosts note the distracting "sibilance" in Dempsey's speech and critique his vague descriptions of "suites of capabilities." Dempsey acknowledged that groups like ISIS are rebranding existing radical ideologies to gain influence. Keywords: [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), sibilance, [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [military strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-strategy.md) ### General Martin Dempsey, Ebola Military Operation - **Episode:** [667: Arming A-holes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/667-arming-a-holes.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-06 - **Time:** 47:01–50:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/667-arming-a-holes/chapter/general-martin-dempsey-ebola-military-operation.md General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, confirmed that up to 4,000 U.S. troops will be deployed to West Africa for six-month rotations. Dempsey described the mission as a "major military operation" of "global importance" involving infantry and supply clerks rather than just medical personnel. The hosts highlight his unusual reference to "factoring in physics" during the decision-making process. Keywords: [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md), military operation, [west africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-africa.md) ### John McCain, General Martin Dempsey Syria Testimony - **Episode:** [532: Red Cell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/532-red-cell.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-21 - **Time:** 27:34–30:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/532-red-cell/chapter/john-mccain-general-martin-dempsey-syria-testimony.md Senator John McCain pressured General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to provide a personal opinion on using kinetic military strikes in Syria. Dempsey declined to offer a public opinion, stating the decision rests with elected officials, leading McCain to threaten to block Dempsey's re-nomination. McCain is characterized as a "warmonger" working for the interests of defense contractors. Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), military strikes, [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md) ### General Martin Dempsey, Military Perks, 506th Infantry Regiment - **Episode:** [527: Odious Selfies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/527-odious-selfies.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-04 - **Time:** 1:39:08–1:46:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/527-odious-selfies/chapter/general-martin-dempsey-military-perks-506th-infantry-regiment.md General Martin Dempsey is criticized for his lavish lifestyle and public appearances, such as singing the national anthem at ball games, while junior officers struggle with sequestration cuts. The 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, famous from "Band of Brothers," is reportedly being deactivated due to budget issues. The hosts contrast the "motorcade and Gulfstream" lifestyle of top generals with the hardships of ground troops. Keywords: [martin dempsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martin-dempsey.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [sequestration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sequestration.md), 506th infantry, perks ### Chuck Hagel Confirmation, Pentagon Waste, Joint Chiefs of Staff - **Episode:** [488: Sponsor Influence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/488-sponsor-influence.md) - **Published:** 2013-02-17 - **Time:** 1:09:56–1:15:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/488-sponsor-influence/chapter/chuck-hagel-confirmation-pentagon-waste-joint-chiefs-of-staff.md The confirmation hearings for Secretary of Defense nominee Chuck Hagel are reviewed, specifically focusing on his past comments about the Pentagon being "bloated." Senator Mike Lee's attempt to get the Joint Chiefs of Staff to agree with Hagel's assessment of fraud and waste is highlighted. The hosts discuss the political theater surrounding the confirmation and the lack of a true audit at the Pentagon. Keywords: [chuck hagel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-hagel.md), [mike lee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-lee.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md), [confirmation hearings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/confirmation-hearings.md) ### John McCain, Admiral Mike Mullen, Israel-Iran Policy - **Episode:** [445: Insider Attacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/445-insider-attacks.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-20 - **Time:** 1:43:24–1:46:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/445-insider-attacks/chapter/john-mccain-admiral-mike-mullen-israel-iran-policy.md Senator John McCain and Senator Kelly Ayotte criticized Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, for his public stance on Israel and Iran. McCain accused Mullen of leaking information and failing to present a united front with Israel regarding "red lines" for Iran's nuclear program. The hosts interpret this as a disingenuous political attack intended to empower the pro-Israel lobby and embarrass the Obama administration. Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [mike mullen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-mullen.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [kelly ayotte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kelly-ayotte.md), [joint chiefs of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-chiefs-of-staff.md) ### General Martin Dempsey on Arming Syrian Opposition - **Episode:** [385: CIA vs DIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/385-cia-vs-dia.md) - **Published:** 2012-02-23 - **Time:** 1:07:27–1:10:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/385-cia-vs-dia/chapter/general-martin-dempsey-on-arming-syrian-opposition.md General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, expressed caution regarding arming the Syrian opposition during an interview with Fareed Zakaria. 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