# Medal Of Freedom on The No Agenda Show Medal Of Freedom comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2011 to July 2025. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** February 2011 – July 2025 - **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [White House](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [Angela Merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [Barbara Bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-bush.md), [Bill Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [Bill Cosby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-cosby.md), [Bob Dylan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-dylan.md), [Bono](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bono.md), [Depression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Presidential Medal of Freedom, Adam Curry Endorsement - **Episode:** [1784: Yakcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-24 - **Time:** 57:06–58:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting/chapter/presidential-medal-of-freedom-adam-curry-endorsement.md A listener sent a letter to the White House endorsing the founder of podcasting for the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The White House responded with a standard form letter signed by the President, thanking the citizen for their involvement but offering no specific commitment to the award. The exchange underscores the automated nature of constituent communications. Keywords: [presidential medal of freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-medal-of-freedom.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [melania trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melania-trump.md) ### No Agenda Fudge and Political Ambassadorships - **Episode:** [1729: Algo Chasers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-12 - **Time:** 2:41:22–2:46:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers/chapter/no-agenda-fudge-and-political-ambassadorships.md The hosts thank the "No Agenda Fudge" producers for their support and transition into a discussion about political "pay-to-play" schemes. They cite a report that donor Tim Gill received a medal after contributing $400,000 to the Biden campaign, while his partner was named an ambassador. The hosts jokingly suggest offering "No Agenda Ambassadorships" for a fee. Keywords: tim gill, [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), ambassadorships, medals of freedom, [fudge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fudge.md) ### Presidential Medal of Freedom, Biden 2025 Honorees - **Episode:** [1727: Sideshow Bob](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1727-sideshow-bob.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-05 - **Time:** 48:37–56:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1727-sideshow-bob/chapter/presidential-medal-of-freedom-biden-2025-honorees.md President Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 recipients, including Hillary Clinton, Bono, and George Soros. The list is criticized as a political "trolling" effort and a way for the outgoing administration to reward allies and donors. Notable honorees included chef Jose Andres, Michael J. Fox, and Jane Goodall, as well as posthumous awards for RFK and George Romney. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [bono](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bono.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [medal of freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medal-of-freedom.md) ### Joe Biden, Medal of Freedom Gaffe - **Episode:** [895: Yes Wee Can](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/895-yes-wee-can.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-15 - **Time:** 1:58:58–2:00:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/895-yes-wee-can/chapter/joe-biden-medal-of-freedom-gaffe.md During a surprise ceremony where President Obama awarded him the Medal of Freedom, Vice President Joe Biden made a verbal slip. Biden stated he "never once doubted that your judgment was flawed" regarding life-and-death decisions, which the podcast interprets as an accidental moment of truth. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [medal of freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medal-of-freedom.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), judgment, [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md) ### Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Mannequin Challenge - **Episode:** [880: Promise to Prosecute](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/880-promise-to-prosecute.md) - **Published:** 2016-11-24 - **Time:** 3:07:16–3:12:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/880-promise-to-prosecute/chapter/presidential-medal-of-freedom-and-the-mannequin-challenge.md President Obama awards the Medal of Freedom to 21 recipients, including Ellen DeGeneres and Tom Hanks. The group participated in a "Mannequin Challenge" video at the White House. The hosts compare these viral "gimmicks" to fads from the Great Depression, such as pole-sitting or dance-athons, viewing them as symptoms of an economic downturn. Keywords: [medal of freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medal-of-freedom.md), [ellen degeneres](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ellen-degeneres.md), [tom hanks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-hanks.md), [mannequin challenge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mannequin-challenge.md), [depression](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression.md) ### Bill Cosby Medal of Freedom, Presidential Response, Larry Sinclair - **Episode:** [739: Trolling for Majors](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/739-trolling-for-majors.md) - **Published:** 2015-07-16 - **Time:** 2:05:37–2:09:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/739-trolling-for-majors/chapter/bill-cosby-medal-of-freedom-presidential-response-larry-sinclair.md President Obama addressed questions regarding the potential revocation of Bill Cosby's Presidential Medal of Freedom, stating there is no established mechanism for doing so. While the President condemned the use of drugs to facilitate sexual assault, the discussion takes a controversial turn by referencing unverified claims made by Larry Sinclair regarding the President's past. The segment explores the limits of executive power in stripping honors from public figures. Keywords: [bill cosby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-cosby.md), [medal of freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medal-of-freedom.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [larry sinclair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-sinclair.md), [sexual assault](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-assault.md) ### Presidential Medal of Freedom and Margaret Sanger Controversy - **Episode:** [567: Marketecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/567-marketecture.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-21 - **Time:** 1:15:09–1:19:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/567-marketecture/chapter/presidential-medal-of-freedom-and-margaret-sanger-controversy.md President Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Bill Clinton and Oprah Winfrey, with the latter seen as a potential "quid pro quo" for her support of the Affordable Care Act. During the ceremony, Gloria Steinem praised Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger. The hosts criticize the media for ignoring Sanger's historical ties to eugenics and her controversial views on race. Keywords: [medal of freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medal-of-freedom.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [oprah winfrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oprah-winfrey.md), [gloria steinem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gloria-steinem.md), [margaret sanger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/margaret-sanger.md), [eugenics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eugenics.md) ### Presidential Medal of Freedom Ceremony and Bob Dylan - **Episode:** [414: Thingamajig](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/414-thingamajig.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-03 - **Time:** 1:08:25–1:11:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/414-thingamajig/chapter/presidential-medal-of-freedom-ceremony-and-bob-dylan.md President Barack Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 13 individuals, including musician Bob Dylan, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, and Israeli President Shimon Peres. The inclusion of Dylan is noted as ironic given his history as an anti-war icon, while the awards for Albright and Peres are criticized based on their foreign policy records. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [bob dylan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-dylan.md), [madeleine albright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madeleine-albright.md), [shimon peres](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shimon-peres.md), [presidential medal of freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-medal-of-freedom.md) ### Angela Merkel and the Eagle Lectern at the White House - **Episode:** [311: Holy e-Coli Batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/311-holy-e-coli-batman.md) - **Published:** 2011-06-09 - **Time:** 36:14–39:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/311-holy-e-coli-batman/chapter/angela-merkel-and-the-eagle-lectern-at-the-white-house.md German Chancellor Angela Merkel's visit to the White House to receive the Congressional Medal of Freedom is discussed. The hosts comment on President Obama's use of an eagle-shaped lectern and his attempt to speak German during his "Guten Abend" greeting in the Rose Garden. Keywords: [angela merkel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/angela-merkel.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), congressional medal of freedom, eagle lectern, guten abend ### Presidential Medal of Freedom, George H.W. Bush and Stan Musial - **Episode:** [279: Dr. Watson I presume?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/279-dr-watson-i-presume.md) - **Published:** 2011-02-17 - **Time:** 1:53:37–1:55:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/279-dr-watson-i-presume/chapter/presidential-medal-of-freedom-george-h-w-bush-and-stan-musial.md President Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to several recipients, including baseball legend Stan Musial and former President George H.W. Bush. 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