# July 4th on The No Agenda Show

July 4th comes up in 21 chapters across 21 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2011 to June 2026.

- **Chapters:** 21
- **Episodes:** 21
- **Discussed:** July 2011 – June 2026
- **Related topics:** [Canada Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada-day.md), [Isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [Peter King](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-king.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Al Qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [Alec Baldwin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alec-baldwin.md), [Ali Khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), [American History](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-history.md), [Amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [Anthony Fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 21

### Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Funeral, July 4th Date, and NPR Update

- **Episode:** [1877: Flim Flam](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-14
- **Time:** 22:07–26:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam/chapter/ayatollah-ali-khamenei-funeral-july-4th-date-and-npr-update.md

Iran announces that the funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will begin on July 4th, a date noted for its coincidence with the American Independence Day. Analysts suggest the delay in burial—lasting over four months—indicates Iran's desire to conclude regional conflicts before the ceremony. NPR reports that while a ceasefire extension of 60 days is likely, the exact timing of a final peace deal remains a point of contention between Washington and Tehran.

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### Florence Italy Broadcast, Holiday vs Christmas Debate

- **Episode:** [1828: No Agenda Christmas 2025](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-25
- **Time:** 1:57:36–2:00:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025/chapter/florence-italy-broadcast-holiday-vs-christmas-debate.md

Adam Curry broadcasts from Florence, Italy, where he is celebrating his brother-in-law's 60th birthday. The hosts revisit the "Happy Holidays" debate, questioning why only Christmas is subjected to the generic "holiday" label while the 4th of July and Veterans Day maintain their specific names. They argue the shift reflects a specific cultural bias against Christian traditions.

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### July Medical Error Rates, Holiday Surge Concerns

- **Episode:** [1722: This Actually Happened!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-19
- **Time:** 1:28:35–1:30:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened/chapter/july-medical-error-rates-holiday-surge-concerns.md

A medical professional noted that death rates and medical errors often increase in July as new residents enter hospital programs. Officials warned against a repeat of the infection surge seen after Memorial Day as the July 4th holiday approached. The public was urged to maintain simple measures like hand washing and physical distancing to avoid hospitalizations during this transition period.

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### Alec Baldwin Trial, Manslaughter Charges and Chicago Holiday Violence

- **Episode:** [1676: Douche Mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-11
- **Time:** 2:07:45–2:10:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile/chapter/alec-baldwin-trial-manslaughter-charges-and-chicago-holiday-violence.md

Actor Alec Baldwin is on trial for involuntary manslaughter following the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of *Rust*. The segment contrasts the extensive coverage of Baldwin's trial with the relatively brief reporting on the 104 people shot in Chicago over the July 4th holiday weekend.

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### Show Sign-off and "Everything's a Scam" Mix

- **Episode:** [1568: Spook Head](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1568-spook-head.md)
- **Published:** 2023-06-29
- **Time:** 3:16:15–3:21:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1568-spook-head/chapter/show-sign-off-and-everything-s-a-scam-mix.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak sign off, announcing their return for the July 4th weekend. The episode concludes with a musical mix featuring the "Everything's a Scam" song and a discussion on the origin of the word "meme," credited to Richard Dawkins' 1976 book "The Selfish Gene." The hosts reiterate their critique of low-quality meme culture before the final credits roll.

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### Dana Brunetti Interview, Hollywood Resignation Letters, HUAC

- **Episode:** [1555: AMAD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1555-amad.md)
- **Published:** 2023-05-14
- **Time:** 13:16–15:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1555-amad/chapter/dana-brunetti-interview-hollywood-resignation-letters-huac.md

Producer Dana Brunetti shares insights into the current state of Hollywood, describing a culture where producers express anti-American sentiments during Zoom meetings. The discussion touches on Brunetti's work on "House of Cards" and "50 Shades of Grey" while suggesting a need for a modern version of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC). A group photo featuring the hosts and Brunetti is jokingly critiqued for a "creepy" facial expression.

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### Declaration of Independence, John Adams, Laura Ingalls Wilder

- **Episode:** [1465: Satheist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1465-satheist.md)
- **Published:** 2022-07-03
- **Time:** 1:32:37–1:38:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1465-satheist/chapter/declaration-of-independence-john-adams-laura-ingalls-wilder.md

The historical context of the Declaration of Independence is explored, noting that while the document was signed on July 4th, independence was formally declared on July 2nd. A passage from Laura Ingalls Wilder's "Little Town on the Prairie" is read to illustrate how the holiday was celebrated in the late 19th century. The discussion reflects on the loss of traditional American "canon" and the shift toward commercialized holidays.

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### Pabst Blue Ribbon, 1776 Freedom Pack

- **Episode:** [1360: Magnetofection](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1360-magnetofection.md)
- **Published:** 2021-07-01
- **Time:** 6:28–7:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1360-magnetofection/chapter/pabst-blue-ribbon-1776-freedom-pack.md

Pabst Blue Ribbon (PBR) released a massive "1776 pack" of beer in celebration of Independence Day. The packaging is described as being so large it barely fits in a truck, containing the equivalent of 10 kegs.

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### Jill Biden and Anthony Fauci Harlem Vaccination Drive

- **Episode:** [1354: FAQs 4 Hacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1354-faqs-4-hacks.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-10
- **Time:** 15:32–16:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1354-faqs-4-hacks/chapter/jill-biden-and-anthony-fauci-harlem-vaccination-drive.md

First Lady Jill Biden and Dr. Anthony Fauci visited a church in Harlem to encourage vaccinations as national administration rates fell 70% from their April peak. The Biden administration is pushing to meet a July 4th goal of having 70% of U.S. adults partially vaccinated. Currently, approximately 63% of adults have received at least one dose, totaling 300 million administered doses nationwide.

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### Biden Sunday Clips, Child Tax Credit, Independence Day Speech

- **Episode:** [1331: Brood X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1331-brood-x.md)
- **Published:** 2021-03-21
- **Time:** 2:22:43–2:30:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1331-brood-x/chapter/biden-sunday-clips-child-tax-credit-independence-day-speech.md

A compilation of President Biden's recent public statements includes his explanation of the child tax credit and his goal for small gatherings by the 4th of July. The segment highlights several gaffes, including Biden referring to Vice President Harris as "President Harris." The hosts criticize the framing of the government's primary function as "protecting the people" rather than upholding the Constitution.

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### TikTok Activism, Anti-Capitalist Sentiment and Jeff Bezos

- **Episode:** [1264: Mask Debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1264-mask-debate.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-30
- **Time:** 39:11–42:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1264-mask-debate/chapter/tiktok-activism-anti-capitalist-sentiment-and-jeff-bezos.md

A viral TikTok trend features teenage girls discouraging the celebration of the 4th of July, labeling the American flag as a symbol of racism and capitalism. The movement focuses on Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos as a primary antagonist, citing his $13 billion single-day wealth increase as evidence of systemic failure. Despite the anti-capitalist rhetoric, the participants continue to use the platforms and services provided by the entities they criticize.

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### General Michael Flynn, QAnon Slogan Video

- **Episode:** [1258: Dummy Placebo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1258-dummy-placebo.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-12
- **Time:** 3:03:02–3:06:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1258-dummy-placebo/chapter/general-michael-flynn-qanon-slogan-video.md

On July 4th, 2020, General Michael Flynn and his family posted a video of themselves taking an oath to the Constitution. The video concluded with Flynn reciting the phrase "Where we go one, we go all," a slogan associated with the QAnon movement. Observers debated whether the inclusion of the slogan was a sincere endorsement or a high-level "troll" of the media and political establishment.

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### July 4th Special, Sports Media and Soccer Scores

- **Episode:** [1203: RET](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1203-ret.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-02
- **Time:** 1:03:57–1:08:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1203-ret/chapter/july-4th-special-sports-media-and-soccer-scores.md

A misunderstanding regarding a newsletter draft leads to a discussion about the movie Stalag 17 and the hosts' lack of interest in sports. They criticize ESPN for focusing exclusively on British soccer scores while ignoring leagues in Brazil, Mexico, and Africa, suggesting the coverage is biased toward a specific demographic.

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### Canada Day vs July 4th, Listener Donations

- **Episode:** [1047: Congrats Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1047-congrats-canada.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-02
- **Time:** 2:10:00–2:17:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1047-congrats-canada/chapter/canada-day-vs-july-4th-listener-donations.md

The show concludes its donation segment by comparing the patriotism of Canadian and American listeners during their respective national holidays. Producers from both countries contributed to the "Value for Value" model, including a final $50 donation from a listener named Tyler Schimpf. The hosts addressed a complaint regarding the pronunciation of a Dutch-sounding name before transitioning to the final show segments.

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### Canada Day and Fourth of July Donations

- **Episode:** [943: Ed Mubarek](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/943-ed-mubarek.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-02
- **Time:** 2:07:54–2:15:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/943-ed-mubarek/chapter/canada-day-and-fourth-of-july-donations.md

A collection of donations from Canadian and American listeners celebrates the 150th anniversary of Canada and the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. The hosts discuss Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's public image and acknowledge several "Associate Executive Producers" from across North America.

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### July 4th Terror Plot, FBI Disruption Claims

- **Episode:** [748: Lone Rat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/748-lone-rat.md)
- **Published:** 2015-08-16
- **Time:** 2:39:40–2:44:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/748-lone-rat/chapter/july-4th-terror-plot-fbi-disruption-claims.md

The FBI claimed to have disrupted multiple terror plots planned for the July 4th holiday weekend, though Director Comey refused to provide specific details. The lack of transparency is contrasted with typical high-profile arrests, leading to skepticism about the "sheer volume" of threats cited to justify FBI funding.

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### July 4th Terror Warnings, "Chatter" Rhetoric

- **Episode:** [735: Zucchini Emoji](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/735-zucchini-emoji.md)
- **Published:** 2015-07-03
- **Time:** 30:16–35:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/735-zucchini-emoji/chapter/july-4th-terror-warnings-chatter-rhetoric.md

U.S. officials, including Representative Peter King and Secretary Jeh Johnson, are issuing high-level warnings about potential ISIS-inspired attacks during the July 4th holiday weekend. Critics describe the vague reports of "increased chatter" and "multi-level operations" as a form of state-sponsored fear-mongering.

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### July 4th Terror Warnings, Foreign Fighter Concerns

- **Episode:** [731: Culture Vulture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/731-culture-vulture.md)
- **Published:** 2015-06-18
- **Time:** 1:22:02–1:26:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/731-culture-vulture/chapter/july-4th-terror-warnings-foreign-fighter-concerns.md

Congressman Michael McCaul issued warnings regarding potential small-scale terror attacks leading up to the July 4th holiday. Officials are particularly concerned about the "high volume" of ISIS recruitment efforts targeting teenagers and the return of hundreds of Americans who traveled abroad as foreign fighters.

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### San Francisco Heat Wave and July 4th Fog

- **Episode:** [525: SnowJob](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/525-snowjob.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-27
- **Time:** 2:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/525-snowjob/chapter/san-francisco-heat-wave-and-july-4th-fog.md

The hosts open the program discussing a heat wave in Northern California and the lack of air conditioning in San Francisco homes. They note the traditional weather pattern where fog rolls in during the July 4th fireworks, obscuring the view for spectators. The conversation transitions into the local atmosphere following recent Supreme Court rulings.

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### July 4th Predictive Programming, Movie Releases

- **Episode:** [516: 9/11 Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/516-9-11-generation.md)
- **Published:** 2013-05-26
- **Time:** 2:25:32–2:29:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/516-9-11-generation/chapter/july-4th-predictive-programming-movie-releases.md

The hosts examine the upcoming July 4th holiday for potential "incidents," noting a lack of major movie openings on the actual holiday. They speculate that the absence of a "tentpole" film on July 4th might indicate that a significant real-world event is expected to dominate the news cycle. They review upcoming releases like *The Lone Ranger* and *Pacific Rim* for potential themes of "predictive programming."

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