# Media Trust on The No Agenda Show Media Trust comes up in 17 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2010 to January 2026. - **Chapters:** 17 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** August 2010 – January 2026 - **Related topics:** [Journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trust.md), [Mainstream Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), [Gallup Poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gallup-poll.md), [Legacy Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legacy-media.md), [Social Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [2013](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2013.md), [Amy Goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [Ari Fleischer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ari-fleischer.md) ## Chapters 1–17 of 17 ### CBS Evening News, Tony Dokoupil Apology - **Episode:** [1830: Bulb Heads](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1830-bulb-heads.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-01 - **Time:** 18:56–26:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1830-bulb-heads/chapter/cbs-evening-news-tony-dokoupil-apology.md Tony Dokoupil, the new anchor of the CBS Evening News, issued a public apology for legacy media's past failures in coverage. He specifically cited the Iraq War, NAFTA, Russiagate, and the Hunter Biden laptop as instances where the press prioritized elite perspectives over average Americans. Dokoupil promised a new standard of accountability and transparency for the network under its new ownership. Keywords: [cbs evening news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-evening-news.md), [tony dokoupil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-dokoupil.md), [legacy media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legacy-media.md), [trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trust.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md) ### NBC News "Facts, Clarity, Calm" Campaign - **Episode:** [1813: Lunchbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-02 - **Time:** 2:48:52–2:51:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox/chapter/nbc-news-facts-clarity-calm-campaign.md NBC News has launched a new marketing campaign centered on the slogans "Facts, Clarity, Calm." The campaign features people expressing a lack of trust in extreme or scary news reporting. The hosts criticize the strategy, arguing that modern audiences actually crave the excitement and conflict that the "calm" branding explicitly avoids. Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [branding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/branding.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md) ### US Press Freedom Decline and Alternative Media Growth - **Episode:** [1761: News Desert](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1761-news-desert.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-04 - **Time:** 7:56–12:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1761-news-desert/chapter/us-press-freedom-decline-and-alternative-media-growth.md A report from France 24 suggests US press freedom has slipped significantly during the first 100 days of the second Trump administration. The decline is attributed to newsroom closures, massive layoffs, and a lack of public trust in traditional media. Counter-arguments suggest that the index ignores the rise of alternative media platforms like Midas Touch and podcasting, which represent a different form of press expansion. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [press freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-freedom.md), [midas touch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midas-touch.md), [newsrooms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsrooms.md), [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md) ### Jesse Watters and Leslie Stahl on the Collapse of Legacy Media - **Episode:** [1720: Psyop Season](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-12 - **Time:** 1:40:00–1:41:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season/chapter/jesse-watters-and-leslie-stahl-on-the-collapse-of-legacy-media.md Fox News host Jesse Watters highlighted a clip of veteran journalist Leslie Stahl expressing "despair" over the declining public trust in the press. Watters noted that CNN's ratings have recently fallen below those of the Food Network, suggesting that legacy media is "on life support." The segment argues that the media's failure to accurately report on stories like the Hunter Biden laptop has led to a permanent loss of credibility that may be impossible to recover. Keywords: [jesse watters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jesse-watters.md), [leslie stahl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leslie-stahl.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [legacy media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legacy-media.md), trust in press ### John King, CNN Election Trust Message - **Episode:** [1502: Shood Fortage](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1502-shood-fortage.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-24 - **Time:** 40:39–42:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1502-shood-fortage/chapter/john-king-cnn-election-trust-message.md A critique of CNN's John King and his on-air plea for viewers to trust local officials and established news sources over social media. The hosts mock the "trust us" narrative, suggesting a connection between mainstream anchors and the intelligence community. They highlight the coordinated effort to manage public perception of election integrity. Keywords: [john king](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-king.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), election trust, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [langley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/langley.md) ### Katie Couric, Media Trust Decline, Election Deniers - **Episode:** [1470: Clubbing Center](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1470-clubbing-center.md) - **Published:** 2022-07-21 - **Time:** 2:29:39–2:31:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1470-clubbing-center/chapter/katie-couric-media-trust-decline-election-deniers.md Journalist Katie Couric reflects on a Gallup poll showing that public trust in newspapers and television news has hit an all-time low. Couric questions whether the current state of journalism is doing "more harm than good" for society. The segment also notes the shift in media terminology from "insurrectionist" to "election denier" when describing political dissent. Keywords: [katie couric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-couric.md), [gallup poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gallup-poll.md), [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md), election denier, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) ### Trusted News Initiative, Vaccine Death Reporting - **Episode:** [1346: Maxinated](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1346-maxinated.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-14 - **Time:** 57:38–59:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1346-maxinated/chapter/trusted-news-initiative-vaccine-death-reporting.md Dr. Peter McCullough discusses the Trusted News Initiative, a coalition of media and government stakeholders designed to suppress negative vaccine information to prevent hesitancy. The segment also covers the VAERS database, noting that thousands of deaths have been reported following vaccination, far exceeding the typical threshold for pulling a drug from the market. Keywords: [trusted news initiative](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trusted-news-initiative.md), [vaers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaers.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [vaccine hesitancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-hesitancy.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), media coalition ### Mainstream Media Influence, Host Disagreement on Reality - **Episode:** [1224: CAPS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1224-caps.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-15 - **Time:** 2:20:27–2:22:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1224-caps/chapter/mainstream-media-influence-host-disagreement-on-reality.md A sharp disagreement occurs between the hosts regarding the remaining power of mainstream media. One host argues that the public has largely lost trust in outlets like the New York Times and CNN, while the other maintains that these institutions still hold significant influence over the general population. Keywords: [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [public trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-trust.md), [debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate.md) ### John Cleese on British Media and Trump's UN Speech - **Episode:** [1074: Boo You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1074-boo-you.md) - **Published:** 2018-10-05 - **Time:** 2:00:24–2:04:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1074-boo-you/chapter/john-cleese-on-british-media-and-trump-s-un-speech.md Comedian John Cleese explains his decision to leave the UK, citing the "corruption" of the British press, which he claims is the least trusted in Europe. However, the hosts criticize Cleese for repeating a false media narrative that the UN General Assembly "laughed at" Donald Trump, pointing out that Cleese is falling for the very media bias he claims to despise. Keywords: [john cleese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-cleese.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md) ### Chuck Todd's Atlantic Article and Media Distrust - **Episode:** [1066: Hunger Stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1066-hunger-stones.md) - **Published:** 2018-09-06 - **Time:** 2:40:55–2:45:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1066-hunger-stones/chapter/chuck-todd-s-atlantic-article-and-media-distrust.md Chuck Todd wrote an article for The Atlantic titled "It's Time for the Press to Stop Complaining and Start Fighting Back." He blames a 50-year campaign of "vilification" led by Roger Ailes for the public's distrust of the media. The hosts argue that Todd ignores the media's own role in destroying its legitimacy through biased reporting and reliance on faulty intelligence sources. Keywords: [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [the atlantic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-atlantic.md), [roger ailes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-ailes.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md) ### Media Unpopularity, Brian Stelter, Soul Searching - **Episode:** [944: Ming the Magnificent](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/944-ming-the-magnificent.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-06 - **Time:** 1:34:20–1:36:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/944-ming-the-magnificent/chapter/media-unpopularity-brian-stelter-soul-searching.md Former White House Press Secretary Ari Fleischer argues that the media has made itself unpopular, allowing President Trump to win public confrontations. CNN's Brian Stelter acknowledges the need for "soul-searching" within the industry to address self-inflicted wounds and the erosion of public trust. Keywords: [brian stelter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-stelter.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md), [fake news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-news.md), [ari fleischer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ari-fleischer.md) ### National Association of Broadcasters 2013 PSA on Trust - **Episode:** [890: Factivist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-29 - **Time:** 49:24–51:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist/chapter/national-association-of-broadcasters-2013-psa-on-trust.md A 2013 public service announcement from the National Association of Broadcasters is replayed to highlight the industry's self-promotion as the "most trusted source" for news. The hosts find the messaging ironic in the current climate of "fake news" accusations and declining trust in traditional media institutions. Keywords: [nab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nab.md), [psa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psa.md), [broadcast news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcast-news.md), [trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trust.md), [2013](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2013.md), [media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media.md) ### Sergey Lavrov Pussy Comment, Media Trust Erosion - **Episode:** [868: Shambollocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/868-shambollocks.md) - **Published:** 2016-10-13 - **Time:** 56:39–1:01:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/868-shambollocks/chapter/sergey-lavrov-pussy-comment-media-trust-erosion.md Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov mocks the U.S. presidential campaign during an interview with Christiane Amanpour, noting there are "so many pussies" on both sides. The hosts reflect on the erosion of trust in American media, noting that even Fox News has accepted the "Russian hack" story without skepticism. They predict a long-term collapse in media credibility following the election. Keywords: [sergey lavrov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergey-lavrov.md), [christiane amanpour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christiane-amanpour.md), pussy, russian foreign ministry, [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md) ### Mainstream Media Trust Deficit, Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Errors - **Episode:** [868: Shambollocks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/868-shambollocks.md) - **Published:** 2016-10-13 - **Time:** 1:49:55–1:53:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/868-shambollocks/chapter/mainstream-media-trust-deficit-samsung-galaxy-note-7-errors.md The hosts discuss the declining trustworthiness of mainstream media, which polls show is below 20%. They cite specific reporting errors by Amy Goodman on Democracy Now!, such as misidentifying the owner of the Taj Mahal casino and confusing the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 with the Galaxy S7. They argue that even "alternative" outlets like Democracy Now! are failing in basic accuracy. Keywords: [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), [trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trust.md), samsung galaxy note 7, taj mahal casino, [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md) ### Media Industry Decline and Low Public Trust - **Episode:** [830: Tool Followers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-04 - **Time:** 1:48:14–1:51:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers/chapter/media-industry-decline-and-low-public-trust.md The news media is facing a crisis of credibility, with public trust ratings lower than those of Congress. The hosts argue that the industry's reliance on pharmaceutical advertising prevents honest reporting on drug pricing, while "elites" like Bill Kristol remain delusional about their ability to control the political narrative. Keywords: [bill kristol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-kristol.md), [media trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-trust.md), [pharmaceutical ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmaceutical-ads.md), [news ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/news-ratings.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md) ### TSA Pre-Check Failures and Social Media Interaction - **Episode:** [671: White House Moat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/671-white-house-moat.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-20 - **Time:** 7:44–12:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/671-white-house-moat/chapter/tsa-pre-check-failures-and-social-media-interaction.md One of the hosts details a frustrating experience at the airport where he was denied TSA Pre-Check status despite being a registered "trusted traveler." The segment covers a subsequent Twitter exchange with a TSA media representative and explores whether the denial of service was a random occurrence or a targeted technical error. Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [pre-check](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pre-check.md), [delta airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delta-airlines.md), [trusted traveler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trusted-traveler.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) ### Gallup Poll, Declining Confidence in Mainstream Media - **Episode:** [226: Your Ankle Bracelet Awaits](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/226-your-ankle-bracelet-awaits.md) - **Published:** 2010-08-15 - **Time:** 53:18–56:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/226-your-ankle-bracelet-awaits/chapter/gallup-poll-declining-confidence-in-mainstream-media.md A Gallup poll indicates that American confidence in newspapers and television news remains at historic lows. 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