# Laptop on The No Agenda Show

Laptop comes up in 59 chapters across 55 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2007 to June 2026.

- **Chapters:** 59
- **Episodes:** 55
- **Discussed:** November 2007 – June 2026
- **Related topics:** [Hunter Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [Airport Security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airport-security.md), [Disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [Npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [Aviation Security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-security.md), [Dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [Al-shabaab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-shabaab.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 59

### Partisanship in Spying and the 51 Intel Officers

- **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-21
- **Time:** 1:56:08–1:59:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/partisanship-in-spying-and-the-51-intel-officers.md

The history of the DNI's legal authority is traced back to executive orders by George W. Bush and Barack Obama, which granted the office power over hiring, firing, and intelligence sharing. Critics point to the "51 intelligence officers" who dismissed the Hunter Biden laptop as evidence of existing partisanship within the community. Figures like Steve Bannon and Laura Loomer are calling for mass firings to "clean house" of non-loyalist elements.

Keywords: [dni](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dni.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [steve bannon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-bannon.md), [laura loomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laura-loomer.md)

### Trump Executive Order Targets NPR and PBS Funding

- **Episode:** [1761: News Desert](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1761-news-desert.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-04
- **Time:** 29:36–34:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1761-news-desert/chapter/trump-executive-order-targets-npr-and-pbs-funding.md

President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to cut over $500 million in federal funding for NPR and PBS. The administration cites a refusal to cover the Hunter Biden laptop story and the inclusion of drag queens in children's programming as evidence of a left-leaning bias. Public broadcasters have vowed to challenge the order in court, claiming it threatens emergency alert systems and creates "news deserts."

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [corporation for public broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporation-for-public-broadcasting.md)

### Hunter Biden Gag Gift and True People Search Tip

- **Episode:** [1729: Algo Chasers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-12
- **Time:** 3:10:14–3:20:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers/chapter/hunter-biden-gag-gift-and-true-people-search-tip.md

In the "Tip of the Day," Adam Curry suggests the "Laptop from Hell" book as a humorous gag gift. John C. Dvorak provides a controversial tip regarding TruePeopleSearch.com, a site that reveals personal addresses, phone numbers, and family connections for free. He explains a technique for isolating a person's active email address using blind carbon copies, which Curry describes as "horrific" and "dangerous."

Keywords: [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), truepeoplesearch, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [gag gift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gag-gift.md), laptop from hell

### Jonathan Willis 4chan Claim and FBI Pittsburgh Office

- **Episode:** [1677: Donald Duck!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-14
- **Time:** 31:14–34:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1677-donald-duck/chapter/jonathan-willis-4chan-claim-and-fbi-pittsburgh-office.md

An unverified post from 4chan attributed to a "Jonathan Willis" claims a Secret Service counter-sniper had the assassin in his sights for three minutes but was denied the order to fire. The hosts discuss the reputation of the FBI's Pittsburgh field office, linking it to previous controversies involving the Hunter Biden laptop. They explore the possibility of federal agencies "hyping up" individuals to justify budgets.

Keywords: jonathan willis, [4chan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4chan.md), counter-sniper, fbi pittsburgh, [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md)

### Hunter Biden Laptop Evidence, FBI Testimony and 51 Intelligence Officials

- **Episode:** [1666: Wyrd](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-06
- **Time:** 2:36:39–2:38:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd/chapter/hunter-biden-laptop-evidence-fbi-testimony-and-51-intelligence-officials.md

During the Hunter Biden trial, the FBI confirmed that contents from Biden’s laptop and iCloud account were entered into evidence. The hosts highlight that this officially debunks the 2020 claim by 51 intelligence officials that the laptop was "Russian disinformation." They criticize the mainstream media for failing to emphasize this admission.

Keywords: [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laptop.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [icloud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icloud.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md)

### Uri Berliner Resignation, NPR Liberal Bias Allegations

- **Episode:** [1652: Ashkenormativity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1652-ashkenormativity.md)
- **Published:** 2024-04-18
- **Time:** 26:54–33:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1652-ashkenormativity/chapter/uri-berliner-resignation-npr-liberal-bias-allegations.md

NPR senior business editor Uri Berliner resigned following a suspension triggered by his essay in the Free Press criticizing the network's narrow worldview. Berliner argued that NPR lost public trust by downplaying the Hunter Biden laptop story and focusing disproportionately on Palestinian suffering in its Middle East coverage. The resignation highlights internal friction between long-term staff and the new leadership under Catherine Maher.

Keywords: [uri berliner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uri-berliner.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [free press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-press.md), [liberal bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberal-bias.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

### Uri Berliner Criticizes NPR for Left-Wing Bias

- **Episode:** [1650: Algo Juice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1650-algo-juice.md)
- **Published:** 2024-04-11
- **Time:** 2:13:29–2:17:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1650-algo-juice/chapter/uri-berliner-criticizes-npr-for-left-wing-bias.md

NPR senior editor Uri Berliner published a scathing essay in The Free Press detailing the network's loss of viewpoint diversity and its failure to correct errors regarding Russiagate and the Hunter Biden laptop. Berliner noted that NPR's D.C. office has zero registered Republicans. The critique coincided with the appointment of new CEO Catherine Maher, who has faced criticism for her own past political statements on social media.

Keywords: [uri berliner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uri-berliner.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [catherine maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catherine-maher.md), [russiagate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russiagate.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md)

### Toshiba T1100 Laptop Tech History Claims

- **Episode:** [1645: Poonami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1645-poonami.md)
- **Published:** 2024-03-25
- **Time:** 5:50–6:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1645-poonami/chapter/toshiba-t1100-laptop-tech-history-claims.md

A report on NHK regarding the Toshiba T1100 laptop is criticized for falsely claiming it was the world's first laptop. Historical records indicate that the Grid Compass preceded the Toshiba model, and the broadcast is noted for failing to name competing companies during the segment.

Keywords: toshiba, t1100, [laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laptop.md), [tech history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-history.md), grid compass

### Orthrus Variant, Twitter Files FBI Timeline

- **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md)
- **Published:** 2023-01-19
- **Time:** 1:11:55–1:17:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/orthrus-variant-twitter-files-fbi-timeline.md

The latest COVID-19 variant has been nicknamed "Orthrus," following the "Kraken" moniker, continuing a trend of using Greek mythological monsters. Meanwhile, journalist Michael Shellenberger released new "Twitter Files" detailing how the FBI discredited the Hunter Biden laptop story in 2020. The reports reveal that former FBI agents working at Twitter had their own private Slack channel to coordinate with the bureau.

Keywords: orthrus variant, [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [michael shellenberger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-shellenberger.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md)

### Firing of James Baker and Twitter Files Revelations

- **Episode:** [1510: Trump Op](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1510-trump-op.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-08
- **Time:** 54:15–1:01:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1510-trump-op/chapter/firing-of-james-baker-and-twitter-files-revelations.md

Elon Musk fired Twitter's Deputy General Counsel James Baker, a former FBI official, after discovering he was vetting the "Twitter Files" without Musk's knowledge. Baker's involvement in suppressing the Hunter Biden laptop story in 2020 is highlighted as a major conflict of interest. Analysts suggest Baker's actions represent a deep-seated partisan collaboration between the FBI and Big Tech.

Keywords: [james baker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-baker.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md)

### Disinformation Governance Board and Nina Jankiewicz

- **Episode:** [1508: 2022 Best of End of Show Mixes Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-01
- **Time:** 1:51:25–1:55:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special/chapter/disinformation-governance-board-and-nina-jankiewicz.md

The Department of Homeland Security establishes a Disinformation Governance Board, led by the controversial Nina Jankiewicz. Critics label the board an "arbiter of truth" and the "antithesis of a free society," pointing to Jankiewicz's previous dismissal of the Hunter Biden laptop story as a "Trump campaign product." The segment explores the government's efforts to address misinformation and the potential for "subtle manipulation" of the public square.

Keywords: [disinformation governance board](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation-governance-board.md), nina jankiewicz, [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md)

### Matt Gaetz, FBI Cyber Program Hearing

- **Episode:** [1499: Wack o' Wibs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1499-wack-o-wibs.md)
- **Published:** 2022-11-20
- **Time:** 1:38:54–1:42:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1499-wack-o-wibs/chapter/matt-gaetz-fbi-cyber-program-hearing.md

Representative Matt Gaetz confronts an FBI Cyber Assistant Director during a hearing regarding the location of Hunter Biden's laptop. The official claims he does not know the whereabouts of the device, despite it being in FBI custody since 2019. Gaetz argues that the laptop represents a significant national security vulnerability that the FBI's cyber program has failed to address.

Keywords: [matt gaetz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-gaetz.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laptop.md), [cyber security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md), [jim jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-jordan.md)

### NPR Disinformation Team, Permanent Newsroom Mandate

- **Episode:** [1470: Clubbing Center](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1470-clubbing-center.md)
- **Published:** 2022-07-21
- **Time:** 2:21:49–2:24:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1470-clubbing-center/chapter/npr-disinformation-team-permanent-newsroom-mandate.md

NPR has officially made its "disinformation reporting team" a permanent fixture in the newsroom to combat what it calls a "civic challenge." The team focuses on election integrity, anti-vaccine activism, and climate change denialism. Critics point out that NPR previously refused to cover the Hunter Biden laptop story, labeling it as potential Russian disinformation.

Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), biden laptop, [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [fact-checking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-checking.md)

### Ari Melber and MSNBC on Social Media Influence

- **Episode:** [1446: That 70's Podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-28
- **Time:** 5:27–6:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast/chapter/ari-melber-and-msnbc-on-social-media-influence.md

MSNBC host Ari Melber describes the potential for a single owner of a social media platform to secretly ban candidates or manipulate the reach of political content during an election. Critics point out the irony in Melber's warning, suggesting that such tactics were already employed by platforms regarding the Hunter Biden laptop story. The discussion highlights fears among media figures that they may lose the ability to control information flow.

Keywords: [ari melber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ari-melber.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [election interference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-interference.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md)

### The Atlantic Disinformation Conference and Brian Stelter

- **Episode:** [1441: Yak Facts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1441-yak-facts.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-10
- **Time:** 1:37:14–1:42:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1441-yak-facts/chapter/the-atlantic-disinformation-conference-and-brian-stelter.md

At a conference organized by The Atlantic, CNN's Brian Stelter was confronted by a student regarding his network's history of reporting on the Russia collusion hoax, Jussie Smollett, and the Hunter Biden laptop. Stelter avoided the specific allegations, instead defending the "shared reality" of journalism and citing the cooperation of news crews in war zones. The exchange is presented as a failure of mainstream media to address its own credibility issues.

Keywords: [the atlantic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-atlantic.md), [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [nick sandmann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-sandmann.md)

### Hunter Biden Laptop Media Supercut and Authentication

- **Episode:** [1437: Bruce Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1437-bruce-force.md)
- **Published:** 2022-03-27
- **Time:** 1:14:46–1:21:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1437-bruce-force/chapter/hunter-biden-laptop-media-supercut-and-authentication.md

A comprehensive audio supercut documents the media's shift from labeling the Hunter Biden laptop "Russian disinformation" in 2020 to the New York Times finally authenticating the emails in 2022. The montage features numerous pundits, intelligence officials, and politicians who dismissed the story during the presidential election cycle.

Keywords: [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), laptop of doom, [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md)

### Miranda Devine's Book and the Epstein Connection

- **Episode:** [1437: Bruce Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1437-bruce-force.md)
- **Published:** 2022-03-27
- **Time:** 2:17:03–2:20:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1437-bruce-force/chapter/miranda-devine-s-book-and-the-epstein-connection.md

The discussion touches on Miranda Devine's reporting for the New York Post and her book *Laptop from Hell*. It also explores potential links between MetaBiota shareholders and Ghislaine Maxwell's non-profit organizations, suggesting a broader web of influence and potential blackmail.

Keywords: miranda devine, laptop of doom, [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [ghislaine maxwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghislaine-maxwell.md), metabiota

### Elite Disdain, Middle Class Class Warfare

- **Episode:** [1423: Baby Stealers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1423-baby-stealers.md)
- **Published:** 2022-02-06
- **Time:** 23:54–26:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1423-baby-stealers/chapter/elite-disdain-middle-class-class-warfare.md

The conflict in Canada is framed as a manifestation of class warfare between "laptop worker" elites and the middle-class labor force. The hosts suggest that the political and media establishment harbor a deep-seated disdain for blue-collar workers and retailers.

Keywords: [elites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elites.md), [middle class](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-class.md), laptop workers, [class warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/class-warfare.md), [truckers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truckers.md)

### Hunter Biden Laptop, CBS Interview and Denial

- **Episode:** [1338: Forever Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars.md)
- **Published:** 2021-04-15
- **Time:** 2:40:33–2:44:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1338-forever-wars/chapter/hunter-biden-laptop-cbs-interview-and-denial.md

Hunter Biden appeared on CBS to promote his book and was questioned about the laptop found in a Delaware repair shop. He claimed he did not know if the laptop was his, suggesting it could have been stolen or hacked by Russian intelligence, which the hosts characterize as a poor attempt at media training.

Keywords: [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laptop.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [delaware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delaware.md), [russian disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-disinformation.md)

### Hunter Biden Laptop, PBS NewsHour Clips

- **Episode:** [1335: Easter Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1335-easter-special.md)
- **Published:** 2021-04-05
- **Time:** 3:11:37–3:15:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1335-easter-special/chapter/hunter-biden-laptop-pbs-newshour-clips.md

A clip of Hunter Biden discussing his laptop on CBS is played, where he suggests it could have been stolen or hacked by Russian intelligence. The hosts also play an old clip of Mark Shields from the PBS NewsHour, expressing nostalgia for his commentary style.

Keywords: [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laptop.md), [mark shields](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-shields.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md)

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