# Marriage on The No Agenda Show

Marriage comes up in 132 chapters across 116 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2007 to September 2026.

- **Chapters:** 132
- **Episodes:** 116
- **Discussed:** December 2007 – September 2026
- **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Proposition 8](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/proposition-8.md), [Supreme Court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Civil Unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-unions.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Religious Freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 132

### Ilhan Omar Immigration and Marriage Fraud Investigation

- **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-17
- **Time:** 51:30–57:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/ilhan-omar-immigration-and-marriage-fraud-investigation.md

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is questioned by reporter Allison Steinberg regarding allegations of immigration and marriage fraud involving her brother. Former ICE Director Tom Homan confirms that Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is looking into the matter, asserting that no one is above the law.

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### B1 and B2 Visa Revocations, Marriage Fraud

- **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-27
- **Time:** 1:25:13–1:28:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/b1-and-b2-visa-revocations-marriage-fraud.md

The State Department is revoking certain B1 and B2 visas issued between 2016 and 2026 to ramp up restrictions on applicants. An anecdote is shared regarding marriage fraud in Ecuador, followed by a comparison to Australia's strict merit-based immigration system.

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### Relationship Growth and Marriage Strengthening Through No Agenda

- **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Time:** 3:31:07–3:33:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/relationship-growth-and-marriage-strengthening-through-no-agenda.md

A listener describes how the podcast served as a critical support system for a couple named Josh and James during a difficult period involving divorce and custody battles. Despite coming from different backgrounds, the couple used the show's difficult conversations as a building block for their marriage. The segment also includes a donation from Robert Roberts, who was introduced to the show in 2015 by Brian the Drunk Millennial.

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### TikTok "Box Checker" Culture, Marriage Requirements and Modern Dating

- **Episode:** [1831: Donroe Doctrine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1831-donroe-doctrine.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-04
- **Time:** 2:28:39–2:32:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1831-donroe-doctrine/chapter/tiktok-box-checker-culture-marriage-requirements-and-modern-dating.md

A viral TikTok video features a woman listing her "non-negotiable" requirements for having children, including a "push present" (car or house), a full-time nanny, and her husband getting a tattoo of her face. The hosts characterize this as "box checker" culture, arguing that modern liberal values have "ruined" the expectations of young women and created a disconnect in the dating market.

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### Ilhan Omar, Marriage Fraud Allegations and TPS Status

- **Episode:** [1826: Sauerkraut Kid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1826-sauerkraut-kid.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-18
- **Time:** 2:37:12–2:44:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1826-sauerkraut-kid/chapter/ilhan-omar-marriage-fraud-allegations-and-tps-status.md

The hosts discuss allegations of marriage fraud involving Ilhan Omar and her brother, suggesting she may face deportation under the new administration. The conversation also covers the expiration of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for various migrant groups and the potential for these workers to be replaced by American citizens in union factory jobs.

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### Michelle Obama Podcast, Marriage and Chewing Habits

- **Episode:** [1804: Mucho Retardo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1804-mucho-retardo.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-02
- **Time:** 50:43–52:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1804-mucho-retardo/chapter/michelle-obama-podcast-marriage-and-chewing-habits.md

A recent podcast featuring Michelle Obama and her therapist included comments about her irritation with Barack Obama's chewing habits. Media commentators, including Dr. Drew Pinsky, suggest such specific irritations often signal the end of a relationship.

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### Promise Keepers, Traditional Values and Romantic Implications

- **Episode:** [1752: Pell-Mell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-03
- **Time:** 2:43:56–2:48:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell/chapter/promise-keepers-traditional-values-and-romantic-implications.md

The National Men's Ministry group, Promise Keepers, is advocating for a return to traditional family structures, which they claim are being eroded by progressive social policies. A debate ensued regarding the political implications of this shift, with some analysts suggesting it could lead to a "romantic gap" as men and women move further apart ideologically. The discussion also touched on the perceived discriminatory nature of DEI initiatives.

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### Chick-fil-A PR Stunt and Market Share Increase

- **Episode:** [1648: Red Book Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special.md)
- **Published:** 2024-04-04
- **Time:** 1:33:50–1:34:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special/chapter/chick-fil-a-pr-stunt-and-market-share-increase.md

The controversy surrounding Chick-fil-A and gay marriage is characterized as a successful PR stunt. Research shows that despite criticism from pundits, the company's consumer use, market share, and ad awareness all increased significantly following the event.

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### Kal Penn Engagement, Jamaican Cultural Views

- **Episode:** [1539: Putinoids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-19
- **Time:** 1:17:20–1:19:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids/chapter/kal-penn-engagement-jamaican-cultural-views.md

Host Kal Penn discussed his five-year engagement and mentioned that Cardi B offered to officiate his wedding. The conversation shifts to cultural attitudes toward homosexuality, noting that it remains a significant social issue in Jamaica. The hosts question how Penn's Indian relatives view his lifestyle compared to American cultural norms.

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### Biden Marriage Equality Epiphany, DuPont Building Story

- **Episode:** [1539: Putinoids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-19
- **Time:** 1:19:56–1:22:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids/chapter/biden-marriage-equality-epiphany-dupont-building-story.md

Joe Biden shared a story about seeing two men kiss in Wilmington as a high school senior, which he claims was his "epiphany" regarding marriage equality. Fact-checkers note that the buildings mentioned in the story, the DuPont and Hercules buildings, are miles apart and the timeline is inconsistent with his previous anti-gay marriage voting record. The anecdote is dismissed as a fabricated political tale.

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### Marriage Karma and Final Donor Acknowledgments

- **Episode:** [1489: Sophistry's Choice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1489-sophistry-s-choice.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-25
- **Time:** 2:33:29–2:39:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1489-sophistry-s-choice/chapter/marriage-karma-and-final-donor-acknowledgments.md

The hosts provide "marriage karma" for a listener getting married in Ohio and run through a final list of donors. A mystery "vocalist" donor who wishes to remain anonymous until her "damehood" is discussed. The segment reinforces the community aspect of the show's funding model.

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### Marriage Karma, New Knights of the Roundtable

- **Episode:** [1478: Flexitarianism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1478-flexitarianism.md)
- **Published:** 2022-08-18
- **Time:** 2:59:41–3:03:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1478-flexitarianism/chapter/marriage-karma-new-knights-of-the-roundtable.md

Mark Milliman received "marriage karma" for his 35-year anniversary. New knights were inducted into the No Agenda Roundtable, including Sir Bebop of the Commie State of Colorado and Sir Simon Knight of the Long Rifles. The ceremony includes the traditional "Hookers N' Blow" and "Rent Boys & Chardonnay" proclamations.

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### Marriage Secrets and Final Producer Credits

- **Episode:** [1475: Vaccident](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1475-vaccident.md)
- **Published:** 2022-08-07
- **Time:** 2:38:13–2:43:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1475-vaccident/chapter/marriage-secrets-and-final-producer-credits.md

John C. Dvorak jokingly shares his secret to a 34-year marriage: having separate residences. The hosts conclude the producer segment by thanking dozens of donors for their support and celebrating several listener weddings and birthdays.

Keywords: marriage advice, [green bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-bay.md), [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anniversary.md), [producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/producers.md)

### Clarence Thomas Grievance, Hillary Clinton Critique

- **Episode:** [1464: Bomb Rotterdam!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam.md)
- **Published:** 2022-06-30
- **Time:** 1:21:20–1:23:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam/chapter/clarence-thomas-grievance-hillary-clinton-critique.md

Hillary Clinton criticized Justice Clarence Thomas during an interview with Gayle King, describing him as a person of "resentment, grievance, and anger" since law school. Clinton warned that Thomas is signaling to lower courts to bring cases that could overturn rights to contraception and same-sex marriage. The hosts dismiss her warnings as part of a recurring political narrative.

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### NPR Analysis, Bodily Autonomy and Medical Procedures

- **Episode:** [1449: Where's Munchunts?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1449-where-s-munchunts.md)
- **Published:** 2022-05-08
- **Time:** 26:06–29:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1449-where-s-munchunts/chapter/npr-analysis-bodily-autonomy-and-medical-procedures.md

NPR correspondent Ron Elving analyzes the lack of Senate votes to protect abortion rights or same-sex marriage. A counter-argument is presented that if Congress codifies bodily autonomy for abortion, it must also apply to the right to refuse medical procedures like vaccinations.

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### Executive Producer Credits, Marriage Proposal

- **Episode:** [1359: Sheep Dipping](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1359-sheep-dipping.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-27
- **Time:** 1:28:12–1:44:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1359-sheep-dipping/chapter/executive-producer-credits-marriage-proposal.md

During the donor thank-you segment, a listener named Jordan Lentink uses his donation to propose to his partner, MJ. Another producer, Duncan Kissinger, discusses his work at the Masonic Library of Indiana and recommends Cambozola cheese. The hosts thank their "Executive Producers" for supporting the show's independent model.

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### Producer Donations and Marriage Proposals

- **Episode:** [1341: Bunny Hugging](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1341-bunny-hugging.md)
- **Published:** 2021-04-25
- **Time:** 1:19:00–1:25:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1341-bunny-hugging/chapter/producer-donations-and-marriage-proposals.md

The hosts read letters from major donors, including a follow-up on a marriage proposal made on the show in 2020. The couple, now "Sir and Dame Savage," are embarking on a 49-day RV tour of red states. Other donations focus on job searches and "karmic" returns for the No Agenda community.

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### Valentine's Day Tributes, Relationship Karma

- **Episode:** [1320: Quarantine Dodgers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1320-quarantine-dodgers.md)
- **Published:** 2021-02-11
- **Time:** 1:33:04–1:37:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1320-quarantine-dodgers/chapter/valentine-s-day-tributes-relationship-karma.md

Several producers send in donations as Valentine's Day gifts for their spouses, requesting "relationship karma." One donor notes that episode 1320 corresponds to the 1320-foot length of a standard drag strip. Another donor celebrates 40 years of marriage without "arguments involving weapons."

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### Joe Biden's "Voter Fraud Organization" Gaffe and Past Stances

- **Episode:** [1289: Post Orange](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange.md)
- **Published:** 2020-10-25
- **Time:** 2:13:32–2:17:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange/chapter/joe-biden-s-voter-fraud-organization-gaffe-and-past-stances.md

A clip of Joe Biden claiming to have put together the "most extensive and inclusive voter fraud organization" goes viral. The hosts also look at USAFacts.com, a data site funded by Steve Ballmer, and revisit "No Agenda Classics" from 2003 and 2008. These clips show Biden's previous opposition to gay marriage and his struggle to spell the "three-letter word" jobs.

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### Pope Francis and Same-Sex Civil Unions

- **Episode:** [1289: Post Orange](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange.md)
- **Published:** 2020-10-25
- **Time:** 3:04:05–3:04:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange/chapter/pope-francis-and-same-sex-civil-unions.md

The hosts briefly discuss the "kerfuffle" in the Catholic Church following Pope Francis's comments supporting same-sex civil unions. They note that the Pope is expected to publish a significant paper on the topic in January. While some priests are reportedly supportive, the hosts observe a generally negative reaction from conservative factions within the church.

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