# Khamenei on The No Agenda Show

Khamenei comes up in 23 chapters across 22 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2015 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 23
- **Episodes:** 22
- **Discussed:** May 2015 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [Tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md), [Irgc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irgc.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [Ebrahim Raisi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebrahim-raisi.md), [Fatwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fatwa.md), [Iran Deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-deal.md), [Protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protests.md), [Regime Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regime-change.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 23

### Iran Supreme Leader Revenge, Strait of Hormuz Deadline

- **Episode:** [1885: Adult Day Care](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-12
- **Time:** 1:31:28–1:32:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care/chapter/iran-supreme-leader-revenge-strait-of-hormuz-deadline.md

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has called for the assassination of U.S. and Israeli leaders in revenge for the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike in February. This statement coincides with a U.S.-imposed deadline for Iran to guarantee freedom of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation is described as a "tit-for-tat" escalation that threatens global oil prices.

Keywords: [ayatollah khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah-khamenei.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [fatwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fatwa.md), [assassination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/assassination.md)

### Ali Khamenei Funeral, Iranian Succession

- **Episode:** [1883: Orgy of Socialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1883-orgy-of-socialism.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-05
- **Time:** 1:44:24–1:47:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1883-orgy-of-socialism/chapter/ali-khamenei-funeral-iranian-succession.md

Reports on the funeral of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei highlight a moment of intense political transition in Tehran. While the BBC focused on the massive processions and symbols of "resistance," CNN noted the conspicuous absence of certain key figures, raising questions about the regime's stability. The hosts speculate on the health and status of the Iranian leadership following recent assassinations and internal shifts.

Keywords: [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), [tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), revolutionary guard, [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md)

### 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.

Keywords: [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [july 4th](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/july-4th.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceasefire.md)

### Profile of Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Iranian Leadership Shifts

- **Episode:** [1859: Splashdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1859-splashdown.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-12
- **Time:** 1:02:42–1:05:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1859-splashdown/chapter/profile-of-mohammad-bagher-ghalibaf-and-iranian-leadership-shifts.md

Following the deaths of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and advisor Ali Larijani in U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has emerged as a primary figure in the Iranian regime. A former commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Mayor of Tehran, Ghalibaf is reportedly viewed by some in the Trump administration as a potential future partner. Despite his public anti-U.S. rhetoric, reports suggest he has maintained back-channel contact with U.S. officials during the war.

Keywords: mohammad bagher ghalibaf, [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), ali larijani, [irgc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irgc.md), [tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md)

### Mojtaba Khamenei, Iranian Supreme Leader, Gay Allegations

- **Episode:** [1852: Jell-No!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-19
- **Time:** 1:00:34–1:03:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no/chapter/mojtaba-khamenei-iranian-supreme-leader-gay-allegations.md

The New York Post reported on U.S. intelligence claims that the new Iranian Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is gay. The report suggests his father, the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, feared his son's suitability to rule for this reason. Intelligence sources allege Mojtaba had a long-term relationship with a childhood tutor and made overtures to male caregivers while hospitalized.

Keywords: mojtaba khamenei, [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), [new york post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-post.md), [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md)

### Iran Leadership Vacuum, Assassinations and Potential Successors

- **Episode:** [1849: Hose Water](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-08
- **Time:** 1:23:01–1:27:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water/chapter/iran-leadership-vacuum-assassinations-and-potential-successors.md

President Trump discusses the military success in Iran but expresses concern over the lack of a viable successor, noting that many potential leaders have been killed. He mentions that the "radical lunatics" currently in power are being eliminated, but he is wary of a "worst-case scenario" where a new leader is equally hostile. The hosts discuss the tactical shift where Iranian leaders avoid technology following the "pager attacks," only to be targeted during in-person meetings.

Keywords: ayatollah ali khamenei, [regime change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regime-change.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [scaramucci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scaramucci.md), pager attack, [reza pahlavi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reza-pahlavi.md)

### Mojtaba Khamenei, Luxury Holdings and Hereditary Rule

- **Episode:** [1849: Hose Water](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-08
- **Time:** 1:27:14–1:31:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water/chapter/mojtaba-khamenei-luxury-holdings-and-hereditary-rule.md

Bloomberg reports reveal that Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader, holds extensive luxury property across Europe through a shadowy businessman named Ali Ansari. While Trump has mentioned him as a potential successor, many Iranian-Americans and UK-based dissidents oppose any member of the Khamenei family. The younger Khamenei is a member of the IRGC and was previously passed over for succession by his father to avoid the appearance of hereditary rule.

Keywords: mojtaba khamenei, ali ansari, [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [irgc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irgc.md), [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), property holdings

### Ali Khamenei, History of Iran's Supreme Leader

- **Episode:** [1847: Off-Ramp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1847-off-ramp.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-01
- **Time:** 5:37–10:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1847-off-ramp/chapter/ali-khamenei-history-of-iran-s-supreme-leader.md

A historical profile of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei details his rise from the 1979 Revolution to succeeding Ruhollah Khomeini. The report covers the 2009 Green Revolution, the 2015 nuclear deal under Barack Obama, and the 2018 withdrawal from the agreement by Donald Trump. Recent events mentioned include the 2024 Israeli offensive against Hezbollah and the 2025 fall of the Assad regime in Syria.

Keywords: [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), mohammad reza pahlavi, [islamic republic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islamic-republic.md), [green revolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-revolution.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

### Iran Revolution Rumors, 2CTousi TV and Regime Defections

- **Episode:** [1832: Lincoln's Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1832-lincoln-s-dome.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-08
- **Time:** 1:32:34–1:38:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1832-lincoln-s-dome/chapter/iran-revolution-rumors-2ctousi-tv-and-regime-defections.md

Reports from independent streamers like 2CTousi TV claim that major Iranian cities, including Mashhad and Karaj, have fallen to anti-Islamic revolutionaries. There are unconfirmed reports of IRGC defections and plans for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to flee to Moscow. While Russian media reportedly mentioned an imminent regime collapse, Western mainstream outlets have largely ignored the story, leading to questions about the authenticity of the uprising.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), mashhad, [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), 2ctousi tv, [irgc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irgc.md)

### Iran Economic Protests, Gen Z Activism Claims

- **Episode:** [1830: Bulb Heads](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1830-bulb-heads.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-01
- **Time:** 7:30–15:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1830-bulb-heads/chapter/iran-economic-protests-gen-z-activism-claims.md

Protests erupted across Iran, including Tehran, Isfahan, and Mashhad, driven by a 72% increase in food prices and a collapsing currency. While some reports attempt to frame the unrest as a Gen Z-led movement, evidence suggests shopkeepers and market stall holders initiated the strikes. Demonstrators have been heard chanting slogans calling for the overthrow of Supreme Leader Khamenei and the return of the Pahlavi family.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md), [khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/khamenei.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protests.md), [gen z](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gen-z.md), [farsi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farsi.md)

### Ayatollah Khamenei's Response and War Crime Legal Analysis

- **Episode:** [1777: Java Shack](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1777-java-shack.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-29
- **Time:** 56:07–59:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1777-java-shack/chapter/ayatollah-khamenei-s-response-and-war-crime-legal-analysis.md

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dismisses the impact of U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, calling the reports exaggerated. Meanwhile, CIA Director John Ratcliffe maintains that key sites were destroyed despite the nuclear program not being fully eliminated. A legal summary provided by a former JAG officer concludes that the strikes did not constitute a war crime under the Geneva Convention.

Keywords: ayatollah ali khamenei, [pete hegseth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-hegseth.md), [john ratcliffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-ratcliffe.md), [geneva convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geneva-convention.md), [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md)

### Ayatollah Khamenei, Iranian Regime Theater Theory

- **Episode:** [1775: Boomer Benefits](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1775-boomer-benefits.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-22
- **Time:** 45:16–47:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1775-boomer-benefits/chapter/ayatollah-khamenei-iranian-regime-theater-theory.md

A theory is proposed that the recent strikes and assassinations of Iranian officials might be a coordinated effort between the U.S., Israel, and the Ayatollah to purge hardline military elements. This "theater" would serve to rearrange Iranian power structures and remove Chinese influence from the region. The hosts suggest that the Iranian leadership and Western intelligence may be working toward shared goals behind the scenes.

Keywords: [ayatollah khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah-khamenei.md), [qasem soleimani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qasem-soleimani.md), [regime change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regime-change.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy.md)

### Ebrahim Raisi Helicopter Crash, Iran Succession Plot

- **Episode:** [1662: Rousting Granny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-23
- **Time:** 2:29:35–2:37:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/ebrahim-raisi-helicopter-crash-iran-succession-plot.md

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the Foreign Minister died in a helicopter crash in a remote mountainous region, an event officially attributed to bad weather. However, alternative theories suggest internal sabotage by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to clear the path for Supreme Leader Khamenei's son to succeed him. Reports indicate the VIP helicopter was swapped for an older model without a functioning transponder at the last minute.

Keywords: [ebrahim raisi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebrahim-raisi.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [helicopter crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helicopter-crash.md), [khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/khamenei.md), [irgc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irgc.md), [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md)

### Geopolitical Motives, Rushdie Fatwa Reinstatement

- **Episode:** [1477: Hunger Stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones.md)
- **Published:** 2022-08-14
- **Time:** 2:23:14–2:28:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1477-hunger-stones/chapter/geopolitical-motives-rushdie-fatwa-reinstatement.md

The hosts speculate that the attack on Salman Rushdie may be leveraged by political factions opposed to the Iran nuclear deal. They note that Iran's current leadership reaffirmed the fatwa as recently as 2019 on social media, suggesting the threat never truly dissipated.

Keywords: [salman rushdie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salman-rushdie.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [fatwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fatwa.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [ayatollah khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah-khamenei.md)

### Iran Presidential Election, Ebrahim Raisi Victory

- **Episode:** [1357: Quantum Supremacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1357-quantum-supremacy.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-20
- **Time:** 2:25:49–2:31:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1357-quantum-supremacy/chapter/iran-presidential-election-ebrahim-raisi-victory.md

Ebrahim Raisi has won the Iranian presidential election in a "convincing fashion" after the Guardian Council disqualified his most serious rivals. Raisi, a hardline cleric and judge, is a protege of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. While the president manages the economy, the Supreme Leader remains the ultimate "CEO" of Iranian policy, particularly regarding the 2015 nuclear deal.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [ebrahim raisi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebrahim-raisi.md), [ayatollah khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah-khamenei.md), [tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md), [nuclear deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-deal.md)

### Iran Missile Strikes on US Bases and Social Media Flags

- **Episode:** [1206: Tolerized](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1206-tolerized.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-12
- **Time:** 1:43–4:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1206-tolerized/chapter/iran-missile-strikes-on-us-bases-and-social-media-flags.md

Iran launched missile strikes against US bases in Iraq on Wednesday night following the Soleimani assassination. President Donald Trump and Ayatollah Khamenei engaged in symbolic social media warfare by tweeting their respective national flags. Initial reports suggest the strikes may have been a face-saving maneuver with minimal actual damage intended, as early warnings were reportedly provided.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/khamenei.md), [missile strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-strike.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md)

### Iran Sanctions, John Bolton Tanker Attack Claims

- **Episode:** [1142: Cornageddon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1142-cornageddon.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-30
- **Time:** 2:32:39–2:34:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1142-cornageddon/chapter/iran-sanctions-john-bolton-tanker-attack-claims.md

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei states that negotiations with the U.S. are only possible if sanctions are lifted and the nuclear accord is honored. Meanwhile, John Bolton blames Iran for attacks on oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, promising a "strong response."

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), [john bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), [persian gulf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/persian-gulf.md)

### Tehran Protests and Supreme Leader Social Media Trolling

- **Episode:** [1034: Privilege Walk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1034-privilege-walk.md)
- **Published:** 2018-05-18
- **Time:** 2:52:11–2:54:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1034-privilege-walk/chapter/tehran-protests-and-supreme-leader-social-media-trolling.md

Protests in Tehran show a divide between hardliners denouncing the US and citizens frustrated with their own government's failure to provide basic services. Additionally, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei used social media to troll President Trump by posting a photo of himself reading Michael Wolff's "Fire and Fury."

Keywords: [tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [ali khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ali-khamenei.md), [fire and fury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fire-and-fury.md), [protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protests.md)

### Iran Protests and Economic Instability Over Food Prices

- **Episode:** [995: Missile by Nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/995-missile-by-nike.md)
- **Published:** 2018-01-02
- **Time:** 16:44–21:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/995-missile-by-nike/chapter/iran-protests-and-economic-instability-over-food-prices.md

Spontaneous protests erupted in Tehran and other Iranian cities, initially triggered by a 40% overnight increase in the price of eggs and poultry. While the Iranian government blames foreign interference and social media coordination, the unrest is linked to broader economic desperation and rising inflation. Comparisons are drawn to the bread riots that preceded the Arab Spring.

Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [tehran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tehran.md), [ayatollah khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah-khamenei.md), [egg prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egg-prices.md), [arab spring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arab-spring.md)

### Ted Cruz on Iran Deal and Republican Infighting

- **Episode:** [757: Dairy Air](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/757-dairy-air.md)
- **Published:** 2015-09-17
- **Time:** 1:33:48–1:35:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/757-dairy-air/chapter/ted-cruz-on-iran-deal-and-republican-infighting.md

Senator Ted Cruz attacked the Obama administration's nuclear deal with Iran, claiming it would make the U.S. the "world's leading financier of radical Islamic terrorism." The debate also highlighted juvenile infighting among candidates, with Carly Fiorina reportedly demanding her turn to speak in the background. Meanwhile, the Democratic primary sees Bernie Sanders gaining traction as a self-described socialist, challenging Hillary Clinton's presumed path to the nomination.

Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [iran deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-deal.md), [ayatollah khamenei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ayatollah-khamenei.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md)

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