# Leasing on The No Agenda Show Leasing comes up in 11 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2011 to February 2026. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** November 2011 – February 2026 - **Related topics:** [Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [Bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [Chevy Volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [Clean Air Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-air-act.md), [Conflict Of Interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md), [Debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Dot-com Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dot-com-crash.md), [Electric Vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Restaurant Investment Failures, 9/11 Economic Impact - **Episode:** [1841: Scott Adams Redux](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1841-scott-adams-redux.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-08 - **Time:** 53:45–55:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1841-scott-adams-redux/chapter/restaurant-investment-failures-9-11-economic-impact.md Scott Adams discusses the financial failure of his restaurant ventures, citing unscrupulous legal challenges and poor timing. He notes that he signed a major lease on September 11, 2001, just as the economy collapsed following the terrorist attacks and the dot-com crash. Keywords: restaurant business, [legal settlements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legal-settlements.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [dot-com crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dot-com-crash.md), leases ### American Science Cloud, Green New Deal Rescissions, Energy Leases - **Episode:** [1778: Three Holes One Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1778-three-holes-one-bag.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-03 - **Time:** 46:41–49:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1778-three-holes-one-bag/chapter/american-science-cloud-green-new-deal-rescissions-energy-leases.md The "American Science Cloud" is established to support AI models and scientific research through public-private partnerships. Simultaneously, the bill rescinds numerous Green New Deal initiatives, including funding for clean heavy-duty vehicles and greenhouse gas reduction programs. New provisions open federal lands for oil, coal, and timber sales while adjusting fees for renewable energy facilities. Keywords: american science cloud, [green new deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-new-deal.md), [clean air act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-air-act.md), oil leases, [solar energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-energy.md) ### Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022 - **Episode:** [1447: G.E.R.M.](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-01 - **Time:** 58:13–1:01:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m/chapter/ukraine-democracy-defense-lend-lease-act-of-2022.md The U.S. Congress passed the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022, which facilitates the transfer of military equipment to Ukraine. Analysts suggest that Ukraine requires $5 billion to $7 billion per month to sustain its economy during the war. The hosts argue that this financial arrangement will leave Ukraine deeply indebted to the United States, effectively giving the U.S. control over the "breadbasket of Europe." Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), lend-lease act, dimitri alperovitch, black sea blockade, [debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md), breadbasket of europe ### Ukraine War Funding, Military-Industrial Complex, Lend-Lease - **Episode:** [1445: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-24 - **Time:** 54:24–58:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers/chapter/ukraine-war-funding-military-industrial-complex-lend-lease.md The conflict in Ukraine is analyzed as a profit-driven event for the military-industrial complex, specifically benefiting companies like Lockheed Martin and Raytheon. The discussion posits that the $800 million in aid is a modern "Lend-Lease" arrangement that will leave Ukraine in long-term debt to the United States. Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), lend-lease, [lockheed martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockheed-martin.md), [raytheon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raytheon.md), [military spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-spending.md) ### KleptoCapture Task Force, Jet Tracking, Digital Currency - **Episode:** [1430: Banks not Tanks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1430-banks-not-tanks.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-03 - **Time:** 1:20:24–1:23:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1430-banks-not-tanks/chapter/kleptocapture-task-force-jet-tracking-digital-currency.md The DOJ launched the "KleptoCapture" task force to target oligarch assets, aided by public flight tracking of private jets. Senator Elizabeth Warren is using the crisis to push for regulations on digital currencies, claiming Russia uses Bitcoin to evade sanctions. Additionally, European leasing companies face the logistical nightmare of recovering 520 aircraft currently in Russian airspace. Keywords: kleptocapture, [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), aircraft leasing ### Property Ownership Trends, Renting vs. Buying, Economic Sociology - **Episode:** [1290: Hairy Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-31 - **Time:** 47:34–50:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs/chapter/property-ownership-trends-renting-vs-buying-economic-sociology.md The conversation shifts to the sociological importance of land ownership in maintaining a stable government and a strong middle class. Current economic trends are criticized for encouraging the public to rent everything from homes to iPhones rather than building equity. The hosts argue that the "leasing culture" is a tool used by the elite to prevent the general public from accumulating wealth and political influence. Keywords: property ownership, [renting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renting.md), [leasing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leasing.md), [middle class](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-class.md), wealth protection ### Jeff McDougall Glass Art and Anniversary Shout-outs - **Episode:** [1220: Sloganeer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1220-sloganeer.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-01 - **Time:** 2:29:55–2:32:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1220-sloganeer/chapter/jeff-mcdougall-glass-art-and-anniversary-shout-outs.md Glassblower Jeff McDougall is thanked for sending a piece of custom wall art to the hosts. Additionally, a message is read for Michael Lease to celebrate a wedding anniversary, noting the diversity of the No Agenda audience and the "funny jingles" that attract new listeners. Keywords: jeff mcdougall, glassblowing, chandeliers, [wedding anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wedding-anniversary.md), michael lease ### Ford Credit Inspection Scam and Personal Anecdote - **Episode:** [1168: Poop-in](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1168-poop-in.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-01 - **Time:** 2:41:03–2:43:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1168-poop-in/chapter/ford-credit-inspection-scam-and-personal-anecdote.md A personal account detailed a sophisticated phone interaction involving a supposed Ford Credit representative requesting a home address for a vehicle inspection. The call illustrated the difficulty of distinguishing legitimate corporate service calls from identity theft attempts. Keywords: ford credit, car lease, [identity theft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-theft.md), [phone scam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phone-scam.md), [verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md) ### Trump International Hotel, GSA Lease Controversy - **Episode:** [886: Exodus of Misery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-15 - **Time:** 1:32:22–1:35:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery/chapter/trump-international-hotel-gsa-lease-controversy.md A provision in the GSA lease for the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., explicitly prohibits any elected federal official from benefiting from the agreement. The hosts predict this will become a major legal hurdle for Trump after the inauguration, potentially forcing him to sell the property or transfer it to a public corporation. They note that the media is currently too focused on Russia to report on this contract issue. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [gsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gsa.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), [old post office](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/old-post-office.md), lease, [conflict of interest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conflict-of-interest.md) ### Chevy Volt Leasing Debate, Value for Value - **Episode:** [447: Drone Double Tap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/447-drone-double-tap.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-27 - **Time:** 2:08:56–2:11:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/447-drone-double-tap/chapter/chevy-volt-leasing-debate-value-for-value.md The ongoing debate regarding Adam Curry's potential lease of a Chevy Volt is revisited. Despite listener warnings about parts availability and reliability, the low lease price of $166 per month is discussed as a potential "value" for a short-term vehicle. Keywords: [chevy volt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevy-volt.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [leasing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leasing.md), [general motors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-motors.md), hater culture ### German Drone Leasing, Israeli Heron Drones - **Episode:** [354: Punk Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/354-punk-media.md) - **Published:** 2011-11-07 - **Time:** 1:12:58–1:15:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/354-punk-media/chapter/german-drone-leasing-israeli-heron-drones.md Germany is currently leasing Israeli Heron drones but is looking to purchase its own fleet. The hosts mock the design of the Heron drone and joke about the possibility of a "BMW drone." They also express confusion over a report mentioning "MDA" in relation to drones, jokingly asking if the Muscular Dystrophy Association is manufacturing them. Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), heron drone, mda, [leasing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leasing.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. Every public page on this site has one: add `.md` to its URL, or request it with `Accept: text/markdown`. - [Site index for agents (llms.txt)](https://search.noagendashow.net/llms.txt) - [Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - [Search transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/search.md) - [All episodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episodes.md) - [Topics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topics.md) - [People](https://search.noagendashow.net/people.md)