# Libor Scandal on The No Agenda Show Libor Scandal comes up in 6 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2012 to September 2025. - **Chapters:** 6 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** July 2012 – September 2025 - **Related topics:** [Banking Scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking-scandal.md), [Libor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [Barclays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barclays.md), [Brics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brics.md), [Cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [Derivatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/derivatives.md), [Detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), [Fannie Mae](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fannie-mae.md), [Interest Rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md) ## Chapters 1–6 of 6 ### BRICS, 5D Chess, Global Financial Power Shift - **Episode:** [1799: Taproot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-14 - **Time:** 1:35:25–1:41:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot/chapter/brics-5d-chess-global-financial-power-shift.md Speculation arises that President Trump may be attempting to align the U.S. with Russia, India, and China to dismantle the European-dominated financial system. This "5D chess" strategy would target organizations like SWIFT and the City of London banks involved in the LIBOR scandal. The goal would be to replace the Anglo-Dutch imperial system with a new global trade framework involving a stablecoin or alternative currency. Keywords: [brics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brics.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [narendra modi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/narendra-modi.md), [swift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swift.md), [libor scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor-scandal.md) ### Poverty Statistics, Sequester Budget Cuts, Detroit Derivatives - **Episode:** [535: Swivel-Chair Speed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/535-swivel-chair-speed.md) - **Published:** 2013-08-01 - **Time:** 1:14:24–1:18:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/535-swivel-chair-speed/chapter/poverty-statistics-sequester-budget-cuts-detroit-derivatives.md A USA Today report based on Associated Press data claims four out of five American families are near poverty, with the majority being white. The "sequester" budget cuts are explained as merely reductions in planned spending increases rather than actual cuts to existing budgets. Additionally, European banks are reportedly on the hook for derivatives related to Detroit's bankruptcy, and Philadelphia is suing banks over the LIBOR scandal. Keywords: [poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poverty.md), [usa today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-today.md), [sequester](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sequester.md), [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), [libor scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor-scandal.md) ### UBS LIBOR Fine, Global Interest Rate Rigging - **Episode:** [472: Conheads in Mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/472-conheads-in-mexico.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-23 - **Time:** 2:37:20–2:40:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/472-conheads-in-mexico/chapter/ubs-libor-fine-global-interest-rate-rigging.md Swiss bank UBS was ordered to pay a $1.5 billion fine for its role in rigging the LIBOR interest rate. The bank admitted to wire fraud through its Tokyo branch. The hosts argue that the fine is a "slap on the wrist" compared to the trillions of dollars in transactions affected by the manipulation. Keywords: [ubs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ubs.md), [libor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor.md), [wire fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wire-fraud.md), [banking scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking-scandal.md), [fannie mae](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fannie-mae.md) ### LIBOR Scandal, Michael Harris Israel Conspiracy Theory - **Episode:** [471: Spying is Sharing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/471-spying-is-sharing.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-20 - **Time:** 16:44–20:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/471-spying-is-sharing/chapter/libor-scandal-michael-harris-israel-conspiracy-theory.md The hosts debunk internet rumors linking the Sandy Hook and Aurora shooters' fathers to the LIBOR scandal. They also play a clip from Michael Harris on Iranian Press TV, who claims the Connecticut shooting was a "Zionist" revenge killing following UN recognition of Palestine. Keywords: [libor scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor-scandal.md), michael harris, [press tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-tv.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [sandy hook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sandy-hook.md) ### Robert Holmes, LIBOR Scandal, Aurora Shooter Connection - **Episode:** [430: Burka Bellyflop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/430-burka-bellyflop.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-29 - **Time:** 38:54–40:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/430-burka-bellyflop/chapter/robert-holmes-libor-scandal-aurora-shooter-connection.md The hosts discuss an unreported angle involving James Holmes's father, Robert Holmes, who reportedly developed algorithms to uncover the LIBOR banking scandal. Claims are made that the elder Holmes was scheduled to testify before the Senate against major banks. The hosts speculate that the timing of the Aurora shooting and the shooter's subsequent "amnesia" are suspicious given these financial connections. Keywords: robert holmes, [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [libor scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor-scandal.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [senate testimony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-testimony.md) ### LIBOR Interest Rate Fixing Scandal and Derivatives Market - **Episode:** [423: Wonderful Marinade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/423-wonderful-marinade.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-05 - **Time:** 22:08–26:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/423-wonderful-marinade/chapter/libor-interest-rate-fixing-scandal-and-derivatives-market.md The LIBOR scandal has exposed widespread manipulation of the London Interbank Offered Rate by major global banks. This benchmark rate influences interest rates for trillions of dollars in financial products, including the $600 trillion derivatives market. Analysts warn that lawsuits resulting from the rigging could potentially unwind the global derivatives trade if more banks are found to be involved. Keywords: [libor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libor.md), [barclays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barclays.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [derivatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/derivatives.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [banking scandal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking-scandal.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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