# Man On The Street on The No Agenda Show

Man On The Street comes up in 16 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2011 to April 2026.

- **Chapters:** 16
- **Episodes:** 16
- **Discussed:** September 2011 – April 2026
- **Related topics:** [Jimmy Kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), [Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [Adam Curtis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curtis.md), [Bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Geography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geography.md), [Satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [Abraham Lincoln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-lincoln.md), [Analog Clocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/analog-clocks.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md)

## Chapters 1–16 of 16

### No Kings Day, Gays of Hormuz Satire

- **Episode:** [1856: CIS Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-02
- **Time:** 50:36–53:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar/chapter/no-kings-day-gays-of-hormuz-satire.md

A satirical "man on the street" interview at a "No Kings Day" protest featured a comedian asking participants about the "Gays of Hormuz." The segment mocked the focus on the Strait of Hormuz by suggesting the waterway be turned into a "Fire Island" style destination. The interviewees, seemingly unaware of the satire, agreed that the "Gays of Hormuz" have been historically discriminated against in war.

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### Man on the Street, Public Knowledge of Current Events

- **Episode:** [1832: Lincoln's Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1832-lincoln-s-dome.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-08
- **Time:** 2:36:00–2:40:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1832-lincoln-s-dome/chapter/man-on-the-street-public-knowledge-of-current-events.md

A "man on the street" segment from Fort Myers, Florida, revealed a widespread lack of awareness regarding major international events, including the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Many interviewees were unable to locate Venezuela on a map or identify prominent political figures. The segment served as a commentary on the disconnect between intense media narratives and the daily lives of average citizens.

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### Man on the Street, Stupidity and the "Inca-Pinque" Trick

- **Episode:** [1488: Torture Telephone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1488-torture-telephone.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-22
- **Time:** 56:50–1:02:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1488-torture-telephone/chapter/man-on-the-street-stupidity-and-the-inca-pinque-trick.md

A "man on the street" segment featuring a woman insisting that someone born 10 years ago would be 11 years old sparked a discussion on public ignorance. One host recounted a traumatic childhood experience in the Dutch school system where a teacher used a rhythmic reading trick ("Inca-Pinque") to humiliate him. The hosts debated whether these segments highlight genuine stupidity or are merely the result of manipulative trick questions.

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### Times Square Man on the Street Interviews

- **Episode:** [1483: Jacked Up Joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1483-jacked-up-joe.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-04
- **Time:** 2:12:06–2:13:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1483-jacked-up-joe/chapter/times-square-man-on-the-street-interviews.md

A viral video features "man on the street" interviews in New York City's Times Square, highlighting a lack of basic geographical and mathematical knowledge among some passersby. One interviewee guessed that the Queen of England is from Canada, while another struggled to calculate the annual income of someone earning $10,000 a month. The segment reflects on the state of public education and general awareness in major urban centers.

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### UCLA Man on the Street, Geography Ignorance and Kardashians

- **Episode:** [1480: Internet of Dogs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1480-internet-of-dogs.md)
- **Published:** 2022-08-27
- **Time:** 2:51:36–2:56:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1480-internet-of-dogs/chapter/ucla-man-on-the-street-geography-ignorance-and-kardashians.md

A "man on the street" segment features UCLA students struggling to answer basic geography and history questions, such as naming the US capital or the first president. While the students could not identify Washington D.C., they were able to perfectly name all three Kardashian sisters. The hosts use the clip to argue that the American education system has failed.

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### Jesse Watters Man on the Street, Jay Leno Jaywalking

- **Episode:** [1456: Verbate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1456-verbate.md)
- **Published:** 2022-06-02
- **Time:** 1:18:56–1:22:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1456-verbate/chapter/jesse-watters-man-on-the-street-jay-leno-jaywalking.md

The "Man on the Street" interview format, popularized by Jay Leno's "Jaywalking" and continued by Jesse Watters, is analyzed as a form of entertainment that highlights public ignorance. These segments often feature young people unable to answer basic historical or civic questions. While effective for ratings, the format is noted for its cynical portrayal of the general population's intelligence.

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### Man on the Street, Bernie Sanders in Iowa

- **Episode:** [1164: Jacked-up Joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1164-jacked-up-joe.md)
- **Published:** 2019-08-18
- **Time:** 2:42:32–2:44:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1164-jacked-up-joe/chapter/man-on-the-street-bernie-sanders-in-iowa.md

A "man on the street" segment features a drunk UAW member struggling to articulate his opposition to Donald Trump. This is followed by audio of Bernie Sanders campaigning in Iowa, where a Democratic steering committee member was caught on mic instructing the crowd on how to cheer and manage their signs. The clips are used to highlight the orchestrated nature of political rallies.

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### Analog Clock Literacy, Jimmy Kimmel Street Segment

- **Episode:** [1142: Cornageddon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1142-cornageddon.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-30
- **Time:** 1:35:45–1:40:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1142-cornageddon/chapter/analog-clock-literacy-jimmy-kimmel-street-segment.md

A Jimmy Kimmel "Man on the Street" segment reveals that many young adults and college students are unable to read analog clocks. The hosts discuss the decline of traditional time-telling skills in the age of smartphones and digital displays.

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### Cold War Trivia, Show Sign-off

- **Episode:** [1108: Sarcasm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-01
- **Time:** 2:44:26–2:49:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/cold-war-trivia-show-sign-off.md

The show concludes with a "man on the street" clip where a person incorrectly identifies the Cold War as being about "freeing the slaves." The hosts sign off with a montage of clips featuring Donald Trump discussing grocery shopping, ID cards, and Cheerios. They remind listeners of the next broadcast on Super Bowl Sunday and play the "End of Show Mix."

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### BBC Man on the Street Interview with Somali Immigrants

- **Episode:** [917: Judas Goat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/917-judas-goat.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-02
- **Time:** 2:45:27–2:46:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/917-judas-goat/chapter/bbc-man-on-the-street-interview-with-somali-immigrants.md

A BBC reporter interviews Somali immigrants in a Minnesota housing project, focusing on their perceptions of America. The segment highlights the reporter's fascination with "typical American yellow school buses" and the immigrants' negative views of Donald Trump.

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### Sierra Snowpack Reporting and "Man on the Street" Experts

- **Episode:** [812: Non-Disabled](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/812-non-disabled.md)
- **Published:** 2016-03-31
- **Time:** 2:23:37–2:26:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/812-non-disabled/chapter/sierra-snowpack-reporting-and-man-on-the-street-experts.md

A news report on the Sierra Nevada snowpack is criticized for using a random young man as an "expert" commentator. The hosts cite documentarian Adam Curtis and late-night host Jimmy Kimmel to illustrate how modern news often relies on "blowhards on the street" rather than qualified sources.

Keywords: sierra snowpack, california water, [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), [adam curtis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curtis.md), [man on the street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/man-on-the-street.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

### Jimmy Kimmel, L. Ron Hubbard Supreme Court Prank

- **Episode:** [808: Happy Countries](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/808-happy-countries.md)
- **Published:** 2016-03-17
- **Time:** 1:41:02–1:43:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/808-happy-countries/chapter/jimmy-kimmel-l-ron-hubbard-supreme-court-prank.md

Jimmy Kimmel's "Lie Witness News" featured a segment where Los Angeles residents were asked their opinion on President Obama nominating Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard to the Supreme Court. Several interviewees, wanting to appear informed on television, praised the fictional nomination and even supported replacing the Bible with an e-meter for court testimonies. The segment illustrates the public's tendency to feign knowledge about current events.

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### Jimmy Kimmel's "Lie Witness News" on North Korea

- **Episode:** [789: Kidults](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/789-kidults.md)
- **Published:** 2016-01-10
- **Time:** 1:46:55–1:49:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/789-kidults/chapter/jimmy-kimmel-s-lie-witness-news-on-north-korea.md

Jimmy Kimmel's "Lie Witness News" segment featured pedestrians in Los Angeles congratulating North Korea on its successful hydrogen bomb detonation. The satirical bit highlighted the tendency of Americans to offer positive reinforcement for any achievement when asked in a cheerful manner. The hosts find the segment to be a perfect illustration of public ignorance regarding global security threats.

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### Uber Driver Anecdotes, Pfizer Tree Leaf Claims

- **Episode:** [714: Gay Siri](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/714-gay-siri.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-19
- **Time:** 6:37–9:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/714-gay-siri/chapter/uber-driver-anecdotes-pfizer-tree-leaf-claims.md

A debate arises regarding the validity of claims made by Uber drivers in Austin, specifically a theory involving Pfizer and 120-foot tall trees. While one host dismisses the information as nonsense, the other argues that "man on the street" perspectives are valuable for understanding public belief systems regardless of factual accuracy.

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### Man on the Street, Media Propaganda, Adam Curtis

- **Episode:** [549: Associative Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/549-associative-propaganda.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-19
- **Time:** 45:00–47:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/549-associative-propaganda/chapter/man-on-the-street-media-propaganda-adam-curtis.md

The hosts critique the media's reliance on "man on the street" interviews as a substitute for factual reporting. They reference documentarian Adam Curtis, who has explored how the news media uses fear and anecdotal evidence to shape public perception. They argue that these interviews are useless for fact-finding but highly effective for emotional manipulation.

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### Jersey Shore Popularity vs. Global Awareness

- **Episode:** [335: Aardvark Effect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-01
- **Time:** 1:17:55–1:19:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect/chapter/jersey-shore-popularity-vs-global-awareness.md

A "man on the street" segment highlights the disparity between the public's knowledge of the MTV show Jersey Shore and basic government facts. While interviewees can name every cast member of the reality show, they are unable to identify members of the presidential cabinet or define the ATF.

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