# Kyoto on The No Agenda Show Kyoto comes up in 14 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2008 to April 2025. - **Chapters:** 14 - **Episodes:** 14 - **Discussed:** August 2008 – April 2025 - **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Amy Goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [Approval Rating](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/approval-rating.md), [Arson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arson.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Bill O'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Cap And Trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cap-and-trade.md) ## Chapters 1–14 of 14 ### Global No Agenda Meetups and Ham Radio - **Episode:** [1757: Word Veto](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-20 - **Time:** 3:18:08–3:23:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto/chapter/global-no-agenda-meetups-and-ham-radio.md Reports from recent "No Agenda" meetups in Indianapolis, Leiden, and Osaka highlight the global reach of the show's community. The Osaka meetup featured a significant number of ham radio operators who sent "73s" (best regards) to John C. Dvorak for his 73rd birthday. Upcoming meetups are announced for Ottawa, North Georgia, and Sacramento, encouraging listeners to connect for mutual support and "protection." Keywords: [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [indianapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indianapolis.md), [kyoto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto.md), [osaka](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osaka.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md) ### History of COP Summits, Rio to Paris Agreement - **Episode:** [1613: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-03 - **Time:** 42:05–44:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools/chapter/history-of-cop-summits-rio-to-paris-agreement.md A brief history of the Conference of the Parties (COP) summits traces the evolution of international climate cooperation from the 1992 Rio Earth Summit to the 2015 Paris Agreement. The segment highlights the ongoing push for a "global reset" through carbon pricing and international treaties. Keywords: rio earth summit, [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [paris agreement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-agreement.md), [carbon pricing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-pricing.md), global reset ### Kyoto Animation Arson Attack and Copyright Claims - **Episode:** [1157: Carbon Captions](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1157-carbon-captions.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-25 - **Time:** 2:47:25–2:49:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1157-carbon-captions/chapter/kyoto-animation-arson-attack-and-copyright-claims.md A man killed 33 people in an arson attack at the Kyoto Animation studio in Japan, reportedly shouting that the company had stolen his ideas and copied his novel. This detail was largely omitted from Western media reports, which focused primarily on the scale of the tragedy and gun control comparisons. Keywords: kyoto animation, [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [arson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arson.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md), [mass murder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mass-murder.md) ### Bernie Sanders, Nuclear Technology and Political Hypocrisy - **Episode:** [686: Fifth Column](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/686-fifth-column.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-12 - **Time:** 1:39:11–1:42:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/686-fifth-column/chapter/bernie-sanders-nuclear-technology-and-political-hypocrisy.md Senator Bernie Sanders expresses opposition to nuclear power, citing costs and waste concerns, which the hosts dismiss as "bullcrap" given modern reactor capabilities. The segment also highlights the hypocrisy of politicians like Sheldon Whitehouse, who advocate for renewables while maintaining personal investments in traditional fossil fuels. The hosts argue that the U.S. frequently signs international climate agreements like the Kyoto Protocol without any intention of ratifying them. Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [nuclear energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-energy.md), [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [sheldon whitehouse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sheldon-whitehouse.md), [renewables](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renewables.md), tech ### Executive Producer Donations, Sir GQ and Simon Toens - **Episode:** [676: #955251](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/676-955251.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-07 - **Time:** 1:09:32–1:14:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/676-955251/chapter/executive-producer-donations-sir-gq-and-simon-toens.md Sir GQ donated $450.69 to become the Baron of Maryland, swearing allegiance to Grand Duke Sir David Foley. Simon Toens, based in Kyoto, Japan, contributed $432.10 to be "de-douched" after two years of listening. The hosts provide "karma" and recognition to these high-level donors as part of the show's value-for-value model. Keywords: [sir gq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-gq.md), simon toens, [maryland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maryland.md), [kyoto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md) ### Bill O'Reilly, Eric Erickson, and the 31,000 Scientists Petition - **Episode:** [669: Strategic Patience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-20 - **Time:** 10:55–15:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/669-strategic-patience/chapter/bill-o-reilly-eric-erickson-and-the-31-000-scientists-petition.md Bill O'Reilly interviewed Eric Erickson regarding the U.S.-China carbon emissions agreement, framing the debate as "believers" versus "non-believers." The hosts reference the Petition Project, which contains signatures from over 31,000 American scientists asserting that there is no convincing evidence that human-released greenhouse gases cause catastrophic atmospheric heating. Keywords: [bill o'reilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-o-reilly.md), eric erickson, petition project, [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [carbon dioxide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-dioxide.md) ### Doha Climate Talks, Democracy Now! Cadence - **Episode:** [466: Give Peas a Chance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-02 - **Time:** 1:14:34–1:16:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance/chapter/doha-climate-talks-democracy-now-cadence.md The UN Climate Change Conference in Doha, Qatar, is discussed with a focus on the reporting style of Democracy Now!. The hosts mock Amy Goodman's "Walter Cronkite-esque" cadence while reporting on youth activists demanding drastic action to prevent poorer countries from suffering the effects of global warming. Keywords: [doha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doha.md), [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), youth activists ### Jim Inhofe, Global Warming Hoax, Kyoto Treaty - **Episode:** [431: Excited Delerium](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/431-excited-delerium.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-02 - **Time:** 47:26–50:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/431-excited-delerium/chapter/jim-inhofe-global-warming-hoax-kyoto-treaty.md Senator Jim Inhofe addresses the Senate, reiterating his stance that man-made global warming is a "hoax." He criticizes "alarmists" who believe the release of CO2 and methane will lead to environmental catastrophe. Inhofe notes that the term "global warming" has been largely avoided in political discourse since 2009. Keywords: [jim inhofe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-inhofe.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), kyoto treaty, [co2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/co2.md), [methane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/methane.md), [hoax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hoax.md) ### Carbon Market Scams and Global Standards - **Episode:** [259: Lucy Napolitano in Yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/259-lucy-napolitano-in-yemen.md) - **Published:** 2010-12-09 - **Time:** 1:29:21–1:31:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/259-lucy-napolitano-in-yemen/chapter/carbon-market-scams-and-global-standards.md The discussion continues on the technicalities of carbon markets and the "transparency" of measuring emissions. Hedegaard expresses frustration that the U.S. Senate has not passed new climate legislation. The hosts characterize the entire carbon trading system as a derivative-style scam designed for financial institutions. Keywords: carbon markets, [cap and trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cap-and-trade.md), [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [transparency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transparency.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md) ### Gavin Newsom and California Green Energy Policy - **Episode:** [207: What do you call Soy milk?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk.md) - **Published:** 2010-06-10 - **Time:** 50:52–53:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/gavin-newsom-and-california-green-energy-policy.md San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom's primary victory speech focused heavily on environmental legislation and the Kyoto Protocol. Critics argue that prioritizing cap-and-trade and green energy initiatives is inappropriate given California's high unemployment rate. Newsom's claims that European countries like the UK and Germany achieved higher growth through similar policies are dismissed as factually incorrect. Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), ab 32, [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unemployment.md), [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md) ### Herman Van Rompuy, Full Speech on Transatlantic Relations - **Episode:** [187: 4-Fools Capsizes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/187-4-fools-capsizes.md) - **Published:** 2010-04-01 - **Time:** 2:12:54–2:19:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/187-4-fools-capsizes/chapter/herman-van-rompuy-full-speech-on-transatlantic-relations.md The episode concludes with the full, unedited speech of EU President Herman Van Rompuy. He discusses the "pluralist democracy" shared by Europe and the United States, congratulates President Obama on healthcare reform, and reiterates the need for a unified transatlantic response to climate and cyber threats. Keywords: [herman van rompuy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herman-van-rompuy.md), atlantis, [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), pluralist democracy ### Peter Spencer, Kyoto Protocol Hunger Strike - **Episode:** [162: 30 Taliban Killed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/162-30-taliban-killed.md) - **Published:** 2010-01-03 - **Time:** 1:04:56–1:09:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/162-30-taliban-killed/chapter/peter-spencer-kyoto-protocol-hunger-strike.md Australian farmer Peter Spencer engages in a high-altitude hunger strike to protest environmental laws that prevent him from using his land. Spencer claims the Kyoto Protocol-inspired native vegetation laws have effectively "stolen" his property value without compensation, leading to imminent foreclosure by his bank. Keywords: peter spencer, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), carbon sinks, [property rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/property-rights.md) ### Obama Approval Ratings, Afghanistan Surge, Carbon Credit Quagmire - **Episode:** [61: One Big Ponzi Scheme](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/61-one-big-ponzi-scheme.md) - **Published:** 2008-12-13 - **Time:** 59:50–1:03:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/61-one-big-ponzi-scheme/chapter/obama-approval-ratings-afghanistan-surge-carbon-credit-quagmire.md The hosts place a "gentleman's bet" on Barack Obama's approval rating six months into his presidency. While one predicts high satisfaction, the other anticipates a "quagmire" involving troop surges in Afghanistan and the economic impact of international carbon credit regulations that the U.S. may be forced to join. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [carbon credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-credits.md), [kyoto protocol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyoto-protocol.md), [approval rating](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/approval-rating.md) ### Curry Family Home Movies and Media Preservation - **Episode:** [42: Paris Hilton Does Zero Point Energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/42-paris-hilton-does-zero-point-energy.md) - **Published:** 2008-08-09 - **Time:** 15:22–20:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/42-paris-hilton-does-zero-point-energy/chapter/curry-family-home-movies-and-media-preservation.md A collection of Curry family home movies from 1967 to 1975 was recently transferred from Super 8 millimeter film to DVD. 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