# Jon Huntsman on The No Agenda Show

Jon Huntsman comes up in 8 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2011 to March 2012.

- **Chapters:** 8
- **Episodes:** 6
- **Discussed:** January 2011 – March 2012
- **Related topics:** [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Republican Debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-debate.md), [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [2012 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2012-election.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [Glenn Beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [Joseph Smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-smith.md), [Live Streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/live-streaming.md)

## Chapters 1–8 of 8

### Ron Paul Super PAC, Unemployment Number Spin

- **Episode:** [389: Camels Everywhere!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere.md)
- **Published:** 2012-03-08
- **Time:** 1:58:16–2:01:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/389-camels-everywhere/chapter/ron-paul-super-pac-unemployment-number-spin.md

The "Endorse Liberty" Super PAC supporting Ron Paul is revealed to have ties to former Jon Huntsman and Mitt Romney supporters in Utah. Additionally, the hosts predict that the media will spin rising unemployment numbers as a positive sign, claiming that more people are entering the workforce because they are "optimistic" about the economy.

Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), endorse liberty, [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md), [u6 unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/u6-unemployment.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md)

### News from China and Language Subtitles

- **Episode:** [373: Paraphilia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-12
- **Time:** 1:13:39–1:17:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/news-from-china-and-language-subtitles.md

The hosts experiment with a new "News from China" segment, featuring a report on a Ford SUV recall. Dvorak proposes a movement to require English subtitles for all non-English broadcasts on public airwaves. They also discuss Jon Huntsman's use of Chinese during his campaign and the lack of media translation for his remarks.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), ford recall, [subtitles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subtitles.md), [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md)

### C-SPAN Ron Paul Feed Cut and Jon Huntsman Insincerity

- **Episode:** [373: Paraphilia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-12
- **Time:** 1:17:16–1:18:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/c-span-ron-paul-feed-cut-and-jon-huntsman-insincerity.md

The hosts highlight an incident where C-SPAN's live feed of a Ron Paul event was cut off just as he was introducing his family, only to be replaced by coverage of Jon Huntsman. They question how professional networks struggle with streaming while independent podcasters succeed. Dvorak begins a "rant" on Huntsman's perceived insincerity.

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### Jon Huntsman's "Free Ponies" Speech and Third Place Victory

- **Episode:** [373: Paraphilia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-12
- **Time:** 1:18:46–1:22:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/373-paraphilia/chapter/jon-huntsman-s-free-ponies-speech-and-third-place-victory.md

The hosts mock Jon Huntsman's New Hampshire concession speech, where he acted as though he had won despite finishing third. They critique his lack of emotion and "dead fish" delivery, specifically mocking his promises of jobs and "free ponies" for veterans. They characterize Huntsman as a "stooge" and an insincere political actor.

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### Jon Huntsman Mandarin Exchange and Foreign Asset Claims

- **Episode:** [372: Free Ponies for Everyone!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/372-free-ponies-for-everyone.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-08
- **Time:** 4:49–6:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/372-free-ponies-for-everyone/chapter/jon-huntsman-mandarin-exchange-and-foreign-asset-claims.md

Jon Huntsman and Mitt Romney clashed during the debate when Huntsman spoke Mandarin Chinese, leading to a viral moment of Romney appearing frustrated. The hosts characterize Huntsman as a potential foreign asset or spy for China due to his linguistic skills and diplomatic background. Romney is described as acting like a "spoiled brat" in response to the exchange.

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### Republican Debate Staging, Candidate Positioning Strategy

- **Episode:** [371: Dead Herring in Norway!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/371-dead-herring-in-norway.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-05
- **Time:** 17:41–22:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/371-dead-herring-in-norway/chapter/republican-debate-staging-candidate-positioning-strategy.md

The hosts simulate a production meeting to determine the optimal stage placement for candidates in the next debate. They discuss positioning Mitt Romney in the center, flanked by Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich to maximize conflict. The strategy involves marginalizing Ron Paul and Rick Perry on the ends of the stage while debating whether to include Jon Huntsman.

Keywords: [republican debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-debate.md), [new hampshire primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-hampshire-primary.md), [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md), [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md), television staging

### Jon Huntsman, Thirteen Dollar Oil Claim

- **Episode:** [337: Constitutional Values](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/337-constitutional-values.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-08
- **Time:** 1:28:33–1:31:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/337-constitutional-values/chapter/jon-huntsman-thirteen-dollar-oil-claim.md

Republican candidate Jon Huntsman cited a Milken Institute study claiming the "true" cost of oil is $13 per gallon when accounting for military deployments to secure sea lanes. The hosts dismiss this as a specious argument intended to support specific policy agendas.

Keywords: [jon huntsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-huntsman.md), [milken institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milken-institute.md), [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), troop deployment, industrial base

### Jon Huntsman Jr., Mormon White Horse Prophecy

- **Episode:** [266: Dead Angry Birds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/266-dead-angry-birds.md)
- **Published:** 2011-01-02
- **Time:** 45:55–51:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/266-dead-angry-birds/chapter/jon-huntsman-jr-mormon-white-horse-prophecy.md

U.S. Ambassador to China Jon Huntsman Jr. is rumored to be considering a 2012 presidential run, sparking a discussion on his Mormon faith. The hosts examine the "White Horse Prophecy," a belief attributed to Joseph Smith that a Mormon leader will save the U.S. Constitution when it "hangs by a thread." They note Glenn Beck's use of similar language on his program.

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