# Mad Men on The No Agenda Show Mad Men comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2009 to October 2017. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** May 2009 – October 2017 - **Related topics:** [Amc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amc.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Alcohol Addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcohol-addiction.md), [Arnold Schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [Duck Dynasty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duck-dynasty.md), [Emmy Awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmy-awards.md), [Golden Globes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-globes.md), [Hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [High-speed Rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [Jon Hamm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-hamm.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Sheila Nevins, HBO Documentary Films, Complicit Sexuality - **Episode:** [977: 63 Genders](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/977-63-genders.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-29 - **Time:** 48:59–54:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/977-63-genders/chapter/sheila-nevins-hbo-documentary-films-complicit-sexuality.md Sheila Nevins, President of HBO Documentary Films, admitted in an interview that she was "complicit" in the sexual culture of the 1960s to advance her career. Nevins, a multi-Emmy winner, reflected on her time at the Children's Television Workshop and ABC. The discussion links her experiences to the "Mad Men" era of workplace misogyny. Keywords: sheila nevins, [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [sexual harassment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-harassment.md), [emmy awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmy-awards.md), [mad men](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-men.md) ### Jon Hamm, Mad Men Final Season, Alcohol Addiction PR - **Episode:** [707: Bandwich](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/707-bandwich.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-26 - **Time:** 2:42:55–2:44:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/707-bandwich/chapter/jon-hamm-mad-men-final-season-alcohol-addiction-pr.md Actor Jon Hamm, star of the series Mad Men, announced he completed treatment for alcohol addiction just before the show's final season premiere. The hosts suggest this announcement might be a calculated PR move to generate interest in the show, given the heavy drinking depicted by his character, Don Draper. They question the timing of the "rehab" story coinciding with the marketing blitz. Keywords: [jon hamm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-hamm.md), [mad men](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-men.md), [alcohol addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcohol-addiction.md), [rehab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rehab.md), [amc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amc.md) ### NBC Programming Failures, Mad Men Ratings and Podcast Critiques - **Episode:** [517: Chubby Hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/517-chubby-hitler.md) - **Published:** 2013-05-30 - **Time:** 48:13–53:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/517-chubby-hitler/chapter/nbc-programming-failures-mad-men-ratings-and-podcast-critiques.md NBC's recent programming decisions, including the cancellation of "Smash" and "Go On," reflect a struggle to maintain viewership outside of reality hits like "The Voice." Industry analysis from agent Matthew Lesher suggests that critically acclaimed shows like "Mad Men" have surprisingly low viewership compared to reality programs like "Duck Dynasty." The segment also critiques podcasting tropes, such as excessively long intro songs and lack of focus. Keywords: [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [smash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smash.md), [mad men](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-men.md), [duck dynasty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duck-dynasty.md), [matthew lesher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-lesher.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Mad Men High-Speed Rail Commercial and US PIRG - **Episode:** [285: Terror Aperture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/285-terror-aperture.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-10 - **Time:** 16:33–21:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/285-terror-aperture/chapter/mad-men-high-speed-rail-commercial-and-us-pirg.md Actors Vincent Kartheiser and Rich Sommer appear in a "Mad Men" themed promotional video advocating for high-speed rail investment. The spot, produced for US PIRG, encourages citizens to contact senators and request bumper stickers. The hosts criticize the use of 19th-century technology and compare it to European Thalys train advertisements that promote Wi-Fi and luxury over car travel. Keywords: vincent kartheiser, rich sommer, [mad men](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-men.md), us pirg, [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md) ### Golden Globes, NBC Universal Award Bias - **Episode:** [167: Flying Upside Down](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/167-flying-upside-down.md) - **Published:** 2010-01-21 - **Time:** 1:39:49–1:44:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/167-flying-upside-down/chapter/golden-globes-nbc-universal-award-bias.md The 67th Golden Globe Awards are discussed, with a focus on host Ricky Gervais and his jokes at the expense of NBC. The hosts observe that winners from NBC Universal properties were allowed to speak longer than those from other networks. They also note the heavy product placement for Stella Artois during the broadcast. Keywords: [golden globes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-globes.md), [ricky gervais](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ricky-gervais.md), [nbc universal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-universal.md), [mad men](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-men.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md) ### Mad Men, Betty Draper Character Quote - **Episode:** [142: Obamaland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/142-obamaland.md) - **Published:** 2009-10-25 - **Time:** 1:25:39–1:28:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/142-obamaland/chapter/mad-men-betty-draper-character-quote.md The hosts discuss the AMC series "Mad Men," focusing on the character of Betty Draper, played by January Jones. They play a clip where she expresses hatred for her home, friends, and town, which they feel summarizes her "ice queen" persona. The conversation briefly touches on the actress's performance and the character's relationship with Don Draper. Keywords: [mad men](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-men.md), betty draper, january jones, [television](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television.md), [amc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amc.md), ice queen ### Madison Avenue Influence and Marijuana Legalization Debate - **Episode:** [95: We're All Terrorists Now](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/95-we-re-all-terrorists-now.md) - **Published:** 2009-05-07 - **Time:** 1:14:56–1:17:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/95-we-re-all-terrorists-now/chapter/madison-avenue-influence-and-marijuana-legalization-debate.md The hosts discuss how advertising agencies on Madison Avenue have historically shaped government policy, citing the criminalization of marijuana as a PR-driven effort. They preview a future discussion on Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's recent comments regarding the potential legalization of marijuana in California. The show concludes with a reminder of the upcoming Sunday broadcast. Keywords: [madison avenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madison-avenue.md), [mad men](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mad-men.md), [marijuana legalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marijuana-legalization.md), [arnold schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [public relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-relations.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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