# Julian Castro on The No Agenda Show Julian Castro comes up in 11 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2013 to September 2019. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** November 2013 – September 2019 - **Related topics:** [Elizabeth Warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [Joaquin Castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joaquin-castro.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [Beto O'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [Democratic Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Open Borders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-borders.md), [San Antonio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-antonio.md), [Ageism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ageism.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Joe Biden Performance, Julian Castro Ageism, Record Player Comment - **Episode:** [1173: Vinyl Vote](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1173-vinyl-vote.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-19 - **Time:** 44:37–54:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1173-vinyl-vote/chapter/joe-biden-performance-julian-castro-ageism-record-player-comment.md Joe Biden faced attacks regarding his age and mental acuity, most notably from Julian Castro, who questioned Biden's memory during a healthcare exchange. Biden drew social media attention for suggesting parents play "the record player" at night for their children to improve vocabulary. Analysts suggest Castro's aggressive approach may have backfired, potentially disqualifying him as a vice-presidential pick for the front-runner. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [ageism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ageism.md), record player, [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md) ### Brooks and Shields Analyze Democratic Party Leftward Shift - **Episode:** [1151: Brand Purpose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-04 - **Time:** 19:51–24:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose/chapter/brooks-and-shields-analyze-democratic-party-leftward-shift.md David Brooks and Mark Shields discuss the Democratic Party's move toward progressive policies on healthcare and immigration. They highlight Julian Castro's comments regarding reproductive rights for transgender individuals, noting that such positions may alienate moderate and conservative voters. Keywords: [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [mark shields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-shields.md), [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [healthcare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [transgender rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender-rights.md) ### Julian Castro and Section 1325 Immigration Decriminalization - **Episode:** [1151: Brand Purpose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-04 - **Time:** 36:45–40:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose/chapter/julian-castro-and-section-1325-immigration-decriminalization.md Julian Castro advocated for the repeal of Section 1325 of the Immigration Act to decriminalize improper entry into the United States. The hosts argue this effectively means an open borders policy and mention legal controversies surrounding Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's past marriage. Keywords: [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), section 1325, immigration act, [open borders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-borders.md), [ilhan omar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ilhan-omar.md) ### Youth Perspective on Debate Winners and Open Borders - **Episode:** [1151: Brand Purpose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-04 - **Time:** 40:53–46:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose/chapter/youth-perspective-on-debate-winners-and-open-borders.md In a combined assessment of both debate nights, a panel of 18-to-21-year-olds identifies Julian Castro and Elizabeth Warren as standout performers. The hosts express surprise at Castro's popularity among the youth despite his stance on repealing immigration laws. Keywords: [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [andrew yang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-yang.md), [marianne williamson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marianne-williamson.md), [open borders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-borders.md) ### Julian Castro Performance, Political Predictions and Elite Perspectives - **Episode:** [1150: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice.md) - **Published:** 2019-06-30 - **Time:** 6:23–8:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice/chapter/julian-castro-performance-political-predictions-and-elite-perspectives.md Julian Castro is identified as a standout performer in the first Democratic debate, contrary to some expectations from elite banking circles. The discussion revisits past predictions regarding the Castro brothers and their trajectory within the Democratic party. Keywords: [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [democratic debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-debate.md), [stacey abrams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stacey-abrams.md), [joaquin castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joaquin-castro.md), presidential primary ### Blue Collar America, Green New Deal and Debate Winners - **Episode:** [1150: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice.md) - **Published:** 2019-06-30 - **Time:** 14:01–16:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice/chapter/blue-collar-america-green-new-deal-and-debate-winners.md Voters from key states like West Virginia and Ohio discuss the resonance of blue-collar messaging compared to Elizabeth Warren's focus on poverty. A lightning round of panelist opinions names Julian Castro and Bill de Blasio as the perceived winners of the first debate night. Keywords: [blue collar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-collar.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [green new deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-new-deal.md) ### Julian Castro, Compassion Versus Cruelty Immigration Debate - **Episode:** [1129: Banging My Gravel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1129-banging-my-gravel.md) - **Published:** 2019-04-15 - **Time:** 19:29–23:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1129-banging-my-gravel/chapter/julian-castro-compassion-versus-cruelty-immigration-debate.md Democratic presidential candidate Julian Castro criticizes the Trump administration's immigration tactics as a form of political cruelty. Castro argues that using human beings as weapons against political opponents is a betrayal of American values. He contrasts the administration's enforcement actions with his own proposed immigration plan focused on compassion. Keywords: [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [immigration policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-policy.md), [border wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border-wall.md), [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), [compassion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compassion.md) ### Julian Castro 2020 Presidential Campaign Announcement - **Episode:** [1103: Act IX](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1103-act-ix.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-15 - **Time:** 43:27–46:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1103-act-ix/chapter/julian-castro-2020-presidential-campaign-announcement.md Former San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro officially announces his candidacy for the 2020 presidential election. The hosts discuss the "performative" nature of his announcement and the potential rivalry with Beto O'Rourke. They also mention a trend among some progressive voters who are reluctant to support white male candidates like O'Rourke. Keywords: [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [san antonio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-antonio.md), [joaquin castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joaquin-castro.md), [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md) ### 2020 Democratic Primaries, Beto O'Rourke and Julian Castro - **Episode:** [1099: Wobama](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-31 - **Time:** 22:10–27:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama/chapter/2020-democratic-primaries-beto-o-rourke-and-julian-castro.md Potential Democratic candidates for the 2020 presidential election, including Beto O'Rourke and Julian Castro, are beginning to form exploratory committees and hire staff. NBC News reports that 59% of surveyed Democrats are excited about a "new" candidate, though established figures like Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders remain prominent. Julian Castro has scheduled a formal announcement for January 12th regarding his campaign plans. Keywords: [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md) ### Vice Presidential Speculation, Julian Castro, Gavin Newsom - **Episode:** [844: Witch Hunt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/844-witch-hunt.md) - **Published:** 2016-07-21 - **Time:** 2:14:37–2:20:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/844-witch-hunt/chapter/vice-presidential-speculation-julian-castro-gavin-newsom.md As Hillary Clinton prepares to announce her running mate, the hosts evaluate potential candidates. While Julian Castro and Cory Booker are mentioned, John C. Dvorak predicts a "surprise" pick of Gavin Newsom, citing his "slick" appearance and the historical tendency of candidates to pick "handsome" running mates to appeal to voters. Keywords: [julian castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/julian-castro.md), [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [vice president](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-president.md), [dan quayle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dan-quayle.md) ### Hillary Clinton, The Castro Brothers and Democratic Party Strategy - **Episode:** [565: Spy in a Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/565-spy-in-a-bag.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-14 - **Time:** 11:53–15:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/565-spy-in-a-bag/chapter/hillary-clinton-the-castro-brothers-and-democratic-party-strategy.md A personal anecdote about a dinner with "Obama-bot" friends leads to a discussion on Hillary Clinton's potential 2016 candidacy. The speaker suggests that Clinton is "uniquely qualified to run the empire" to provoke political interlocutors. 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