# Lev Parnas on The No Agenda Show

Lev Parnas comes up in 8 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2019 to June 2022.

- **Chapters:** 8
- **Episodes:** 5
- **Discussed:** October 2019 – June 2022
- **Related topics:** [Rudy Giuliani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rudy-giuliani.md), [Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [Marie Yovanovitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marie-yovanovitch.md), [Campaign Finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Centcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/centcom.md), [Christiane Amanpour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christiane-amanpour.md), [Dia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dia.md), [Fort Huachuca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-huachuca.md), [George Webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-webb.md)

## Chapters 1–8 of 8

### Lev Parnas Sentencing, Rudy Giuliani Smear

- **Episode:** [1464: Bomb Rotterdam!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam.md)
- **Published:** 2022-06-30
- **Time:** 2:23:35–2:25:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam/chapter/lev-parnas-sentencing-rudy-giuliani-smear.md

Lev Parnas, a former associate of Rudy Giuliani, was sentenced to 20 months in prison for campaign finance crimes and wire fraud. NPR's coverage emphasized Parnas's role in digging up "dirt" on Hunter Biden in Ukraine, though the criminal case was technically unrelated to that work. The hosts argue the media is using the sentencing primarily to tarnish the reputations of Giuliani and Donald Trump.

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### Lev Parnas, "Take Her Out" Recording

- **Episode:** [1211: Pale Male](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-30
- **Time:** 1:10:30–1:13:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male/chapter/lev-parnas-take-her-out-recording.md

A leaked recording from a 2018 dinner at the Trump International Hotel features Donald Trump telling associates to "take out" Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch. The audio, recorded by an associate of Lev Parnas, contradicts Trump's claims that he does not know Parnas. Trump defended his comments by stating he has the absolute right to hire and fire ambassadors who do not support his agenda.

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### Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch, Firing Controversy

- **Episode:** [1211: Pale Male](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-30
- **Time:** 1:13:26–1:16:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male/chapter/ambassador-marie-yovanovitch-firing-controversy.md

The media dramatization of the Yovanovitch firing is criticized, noting that Trump had requested the resignation of all Obama-era ambassadors upon taking office. The hosts compare Lev Parnas to Michael Avenatti, suggesting he is being used as a temporary "hero" by the media to bolster the impeachment case. They argue that the "take her out" comment simply referred to her removal from her diplomatic post.

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### George Webb, Lev Parnas DIA Informant Theory

- **Episode:** [1211: Pale Male](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-30
- **Time:** 1:16:02–1:19:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male/chapter/george-webb-lev-parnas-dia-informant-theory.md

Investigative journalist George Webb presents a theory that Lev Parnas was a DIA informant recruited through the "AfPak Center of Excellence" in Tampa. Webb claims to have linked Parnas's devices to IP addresses at Fort Huachuca, sharing them with figures like Peter Strzok and Derek Harvey. This theory suggests Parnas was part of a long-term "takedown" operation against Trump involving multiple intelligence lures.

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### Lev Parnas, Fraud Guarantee, Rudy Giuliani

- **Episode:** [1209: Rewilding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1209-rewilding.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-23
- **Time:** 42:06–44:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1209-rewilding/chapter/lev-parnas-fraud-guarantee-rudy-giuliani.md

Lev Parnas, an associate of Rudy Giuliani currently under indictment, reportedly paid Giuliani $500,000 to help model a company called Fraud Guarantee after the identity theft protection service LifeLock. Information from a DC lobbying firm suggests Parnas was attempting to raise his political profile through these business dealings. The discussion characterizes Parnas as a fraudster whose primary legal troubles stem from bribing officials for marijuana licenses.

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### Vadim Pristaiko Interview, Ukraine Quid Pro Quo Denial, Christiane Amanpour

- **Episode:** [1209: Rewilding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1209-rewilding.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-23
- **Time:** 44:33–55:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1209-rewilding/chapter/vadim-pristaiko-interview-ukraine-quid-pro-quo-denial-christiane-amanpour.md

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Vadim Pristaiko denied any knowledge of a quid pro quo during an interview with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour. Pristaiko stated he never met Lev Parnas and emphasized that military aid reviews are a standard part of the diplomatic process between the U.S. and Ukraine. He further clarified that the absence of high-level U.S. officials at President Zelensky's inauguration was due to short scheduling notice rather than political retaliation.

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### Lev Parnas, Rachel Maddow Interview and Robert Hyde Texts

- **Episode:** [1208: Weeping Angels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1208-weeping-angels.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-19
- **Time:** 58:12–1:09:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1208-weeping-angels/chapter/lev-parnas-rachel-maddow-interview-and-robert-hyde-texts.md

Lev Parnas, a former associate of Rudy Giuliani, gave an extensive interview to Rachel Maddow regarding his involvement in Ukraine. Parnas addressed text messages from Robert Hyde that suggested Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch was under surveillance, though Parnas dismissed Hyde as a "drunk lunatic" making empty boasts. Parnas also alleged that Vice President Mike Pence was tasked with pressuring President Zelensky to announce investigations into Joe Biden.

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### Rudy Giuliani Associates Arrest, Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman

- **Episode:** [1181: Solutioning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1181-solutioning.md)
- **Published:** 2019-10-17
- **Time:** 48:02–51:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1181-solutioning/chapter/rudy-giuliani-associates-arrest-lev-parnas-and-igor-fruman.md

Two associates of Rudy Giuliani, Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman, were arrested at Dulles Airport on campaign finance violation charges. The indictment suggests the men were involved in a scheme to influence US-Ukraine relations while also seeking marijuana licenses in various states.

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