# Martha Stewart on The No Agenda Show Martha Stewart comes up in 17 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2008 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 17 - **Episodes:** 17 - **Discussed:** June 2008 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [Bernie Madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-madoff.md), [James Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [Hsbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hsbc.md), [Actors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/actors.md), [Adverbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adverbs.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Banter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banter.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Bivalent Vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bivalent-vaccine.md) ## Chapters 1–17 of 17 ### Larry Blydener's Hollywood Career and "Wickedly Perfect" - **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-06 - **Time:** 2:12:01–2:14:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/larry-blydener-s-hollywood-career-and-wickedly-perfect.md Larry Blydener shares the story of creating and co-producing the CBS reality series "Wickedly Perfect," which was originally titled "Finding Martha" following Martha Stewart's imprisonment. Blydener describes the process of pitching the show and how the network eventually "watered it down." Adam Curry confirms that the guest hosts are being paid through the show's Value-for-Value model. Keywords: [larry blydener](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-blydener.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), wickedly perfect, [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md), [showrunner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/showrunner.md) ### Martha Stewart, Bivalent Vaccine Ad, Personal Anecdote - **Episode:** [1523: Tank Talk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-22 - **Time:** 53:16–54:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk/chapter/martha-stewart-bivalent-vaccine-ad-personal-anecdote.md Martha Stewart has faced criticism for a commercial promoting the bivalent COVID-19 vaccine using a samurai sword metaphor. A personal anecdote from a former neighbor in a New York office building claims Stewart had a distinct "musk" or body odor during their shared elevator rides. The discussion reflects a loss of respect for celebrities who align with pharmaceutical marketing campaigns. Keywords: [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [snoop dogg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snoop-dogg.md), [bivalent vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bivalent-vaccine.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md) ### SEC Whistleblower Protections, Facebook Investor Risk - **Episode:** [1388: Sandwich Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation.md) - **Published:** 2021-10-07 - **Time:** 48:25–50:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation/chapter/sec-whistleblower-protections-facebook-investor-risk.md Facebook's disclosures to the SEC are scrutinized regarding whether the company accurately represents the risks of deprioritizing user engagement. The hosts question the efficacy of the SEC, citing past high-profile cases like Martha Stewart and Bernie Madoff. Keywords: [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [bernie madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-madoff.md), [engagement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/engagement.md), [investor relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investor-relations.md) ### Linguistic Pet Peeves, Piping Hot Origin, Dame Anne of Grey Rock - **Episode:** [1306: Antigenic Drift](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1306-antigenic-drift.md) - **Published:** 2020-12-27 - **Time:** 2:50:15–2:54:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1306-antigenic-drift/chapter/linguistic-pet-peeves-piping-hot-origin-dame-anne-of-grey-rock.md The hosts discuss their linguistic pet peeves, specifically the overused adverbs "actually" and "basically." They also debate the origin of the phrase "piping hot," tracing it back to the steam from a tea kettle. Dame Anne of Grey Rock mentions an upcoming meetup in Charlottesville at the Trump Winery. Keywords: [adverbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adverbs.md), piping hot, [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [charlottesville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlottesville.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md) ### Dairy Council Corruption in Television Media - **Episode:** [1213: Kung Flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1213-kung-flu.md) - **Published:** 2020-02-06 - **Time:** 1:44:52–1:49:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1213-kung-flu/chapter/dairy-council-corruption-in-television-media.md Dr. Mark Hyman shares a story about the Dairy Council's influence on The Martha Stewart Show, where a trainer was forced to promote milk as a sports drink. Adam Curry recounts a similar experience from his time as a TV host in the Netherlands, where he was given a new Volvo 480 ES in exchange for drinking milk during interviews, including one with Mick Jagger. Keywords: dairy council, [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), dr. mark hyman, [mick jagger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mick-jagger.md), [volvo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volvo.md) ### Martha Stewart, "Scrumptious" and Piping Hot Origins - **Episode:** [1035: Hundos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1035-hundos.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-21 - **Time:** 1:33:56–1:39:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1035-hundos/chapter/martha-stewart-scrumptious-and-piping-hot-origins.md A critique of Martha Stewart's cooking shows focuses on her use of the words "scrumptious" and "piping hot." The origin of "piping hot" is traced back to the whistling sound of steam or the Scottish tradition of piping in food, with references found in Chaucer's writings from 1390. Additionally, the Pentagon's "JEDI" cloud computing contract is briefly mentioned in relation to Amazon's influence. Keywords: [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), scrumptious, piping hot, [chaucer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chaucer.md), [cooking shows](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cooking-shows.md), jedi ### James Comey, Lordy and The Fixer Persona - **Episode:** [937: Stump the Algo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo.md) - **Published:** 2017-06-11 - **Time:** 50:39–53:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo/chapter/james-comey-lordy-and-the-fixer-persona.md James Comey's use of the word "Lordy" and his admission of feeling intimidated by the President are mocked. The hosts characterize Comey as a "fixer" for the elite, citing his past roles on the HSBC board during money laundering scandals and his prosecution of Martha Stewart while ignoring major banking crimes. Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), lordy, [hsbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hsbc.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md) ### James Comey, Martha Stewart, and Host Banter - **Episode:** [728: It's the Mold!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/728-it-s-the-mold.md) - **Published:** 2015-06-07 - **Time:** 2:07:02–2:08:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/728-it-s-the-mold/chapter/james-comey-martha-stewart-and-host-banter.md John C. Dvorak jokingly accuses Adam Curry of "stealing" his long-running complaint about James Comey's role in the Martha Stewart prosecution. The hosts engage in lighthearted banter about "communal" jokes and the tendency of comedians to share or take credit for specific lines. Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [fbi director](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi-director.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md), [banter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banter.md) ### Comedy and Political Correctness, Jay Thomas, and Twitter Terrorists - **Episode:** [710: Joy Brigade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/710-joy-brigade.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-05 - **Time:** 2:15:20–2:19:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/710-joy-brigade/chapter/comedy-and-political-correctness-jay-thomas-and-twitter-terrorists.md A debate on CNN featuring Jay Thomas and Artie Lang explores the limits of comedy and the influence of "Twitter terrorists" who seek to get comedians fired. Thomas argues that television and HBO provide a safer space for edgy humor than social media. The support of Jon Stewart for Trevor Noah is cited as a key factor in the transition. Keywords: jay thomas, [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### Battle for the Homeland, FBI Director James Comey - **Episode:** [656: Gap Focused Thinking](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/656-gap-focused-thinking.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-28 - **Time:** 45:02–48:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/656-gap-focused-thinking/chapter/battle-for-the-homeland-fbi-director-james-comey.md FBI Director James Comey is identified as a major power player with past ties to Lockheed Martin and HSBC. Comey, who prosecuted the Martha Stewart case, is described as being at the center of a "battle for the homeland" among various government agencies. The discussion focuses on his background as a lawyer and banker before taking over the Bureau. Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [hsbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hsbc.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md) ### James Clapper Least Untruthful Manner Testimony - **Episode:** [521: Techno Boondoggle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/521-techno-boondoggle.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-13 - **Time:** 21:36–23:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/521-techno-boondoggle/chapter/james-clapper-least-untruthful-manner-testimony.md Director of National Intelligence James Clapper defended his previous testimony to Senator Ron Wyden by claiming he responded in the "least untruthful manner" possible. This phrasing is criticized as a semantic dodge to avoid perjury charges. Comparisons are drawn to the prosecution of Martha Stewart to highlight a perceived double standard for government officials. Keywords: [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [ron wyden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-wyden.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [perjury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perjury.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md) ### Martha Stewart and Marissa Meyer at Googleplex - **Episode:** [355: Flying Antenna](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/355-flying-antenna.md) - **Published:** 2011-11-10 - **Time:** 1:24:43–1:26:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/355-flying-antenna/chapter/martha-stewart-and-marissa-meyer-at-googleplex.md Google executive Marissa Meyer interviews Martha Stewart at the Googleplex. During the segment, Stewart reveals that some "real people" on her show are actually actors who require scripts for everything. The hosts mock Meyer's interviewing style and Stewart's anecdote about an actor who knew nothing about cherry trees despite performing in a Chekhov play. Keywords: [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [marissa meyer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marissa-meyer.md), googleplex, [actors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/actors.md), chekhov, cherry orchard ### Ponzimonium and SEC Regulatory Failures - **Episode:** [82: Boom and Bust Explained](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/82-boom-and-bust-explained.md) - **Published:** 2009-03-22 - **Time:** 7:23–11:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/82-boom-and-bust-explained/chapter/ponzimonium-and-sec-regulatory-failures.md The Financial Times coined the term "Ponzimonium" to describe the hundreds of Ponzi schemes uncovered following the Bernie Madoff scandal. Discussion focuses on the failure of the SEC and regulators like Linda Thompson, contrasting their lack of oversight with the aggressive prosecution of Martha Stewart. Keywords: ponzimonium, [bernie madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-madoff.md), [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [financial times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-times.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md) ### Mary Shapiro Appointment and Regulatory Failure - **Episode:** [70: Short Changed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/70-short-changed.md) - **Published:** 2009-02-07 - **Time:** 5:42–9:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/70-short-changed/chapter/mary-shapiro-appointment-and-regulatory-failure.md The hosts compare the scale of Martha Stewart's insider trading case to the Madoff scandal, noting a massive disparity in financial impact. John C. Dvorak criticizes President Obama's appointment of Mary Shapiro as SEC Chair, highlighting her previous leadership at FINRA during the Madoff era. The segment characterizes Shapiro as a bureaucratic hack with a history of failing to act on financial warnings. Keywords: mary shapiro, [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [finra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finra.md), [regulatory capture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regulatory-capture.md), [financial crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-crisis.md) ### Martha Stewart, SEC Red Flag Document - **Episode:** [65: The Dead Bee Conspiracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/65-the-dead-bee-conspiracy.md) - **Published:** 2009-01-10 - **Time:** 1:25:47–1:29:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/65-the-dead-bee-conspiracy/chapter/martha-stewart-sec-red-flag-document.md The legal treatment of Martha Stewart is contrasted with the SEC's failure to act on early warnings regarding Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme. A "red flag" document submitted to the SEC as early as 1999 used mathematical analysis to prove Madoff's returns were impossible, yet the agency took no enforcement action for years. Keywords: [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [bernie madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-madoff.md), [harry markopolos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-markopolos.md), [ponzi scheme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ponzi-scheme.md) ### Corporate Pensions and Executive Accountability - **Episode:** [58: Cork Grows on Trees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/58-cork-grows-on-trees.md) - **Published:** 2008-11-22 - **Time:** 37:00–39:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/58-cork-grows-on-trees/chapter/corporate-pensions-and-executive-accountability.md The mismanagement of corporate pensions at companies like General Motors is highlighted as a potential criminal issue that warrants investigation. Comparisons are drawn between the prosecution of Martha Stewart for obstruction of justice and the lack of accountability for financial executives. The segment questions why pension funds are not protected before government bailouts are issued to failing corporations. Keywords: [general motors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-motors.md), [pensions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pensions.md), [martha stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martha-stewart.md), [mark cuban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-cuban.md), [justice department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justice-department.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md) ### Martha Stewart Banned from United Kingdom Entry - **Episode:** [36: Yahoo+Microsoft=Britney Spears](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/36-yahoo-microsoft-britney-spears.md) - **Published:** 2008-06-22 - **Time:** 9:59–12:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/36-yahoo-microsoft-britney-spears/chapter/martha-stewart-banned-from-united-kingdom-entry.md Martha Stewart was denied a visa to enter England due to her prior criminal conviction for insider trading in the United States. 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