# Michael Dell on The No Agenda Show Michael Dell comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2013 to January 2026. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** January 2013 – January 2026 - **Related topics:** [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Bill Gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [Clinton Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [Comdex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comdex.md), [Covid Vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-vaccine.md), [Fox News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [Greg Abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [Guy Kawasaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guy-kawasaki.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### Trump Accounts, Baby Deposits and Corporate Pledges - **Episode:** [1838: Coup Afoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-29 - **Time:** 2:27:46–2:33:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot/chapter/trump-accounts-baby-deposits-and-corporate-pledges.md The "Trump accounts" initiative, set to launch in July, involves a $1,000 federal deposit for every baby born between 2025 and 2028. Major corporations and individuals like Michael Dell and Nicki Minaj have pledged to "top off" these accounts with additional funds. While the accounts accrue value for the children, the lack of immediate tax deductions for donors is noted, framing the program as a long-term investment in America's youth. Keywords: [trump accounts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-accounts.md), [scott besant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-besant.md), [michael dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dell.md), [jp morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan.md), [nicki minaj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicki-minaj.md) ### Michael and Susan Dell, Invest America Accounts Donation - **Episode:** [1822: Kohanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1822-kohanna.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-04 - **Time:** 1:09:38–1:13:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1822-kohanna/chapter/michael-and-susan-dell-invest-america-accounts-donation.md Michael and Susan Dell announced a $6 billion donation to fund "Invest America" accounts for 25 million children, a program proposed by the Trump administration. Each child under 10 will receive $250 toward an investment account. Public reaction to the announcement was sidetracked by social media commentary regarding Susan Dell's appearance and alleged plastic surgery. Keywords: [michael dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dell.md), susan dell, invest america, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [plastic surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plastic-surgery.md) ### Guy Kawasaki, Michael Dell, and Broken Promises - **Episode:** [1729: Algo Chasers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-12 - **Time:** 2:37:01–2:41:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1729-algo-chasers/chapter/guy-kawasaki-michael-dell-and-broken-promises.md John C. Dvorak shares anecdotes about tech luminaries Guy Kawasaki and Michael Dell. He recalls Kawasaki's humorless reaction to a "conflict of interest" joke and his insistence that Adam Curry get a COVID-19 vaccine. Dvorak also claims Michael Dell once reneged on a promise to provide a computer in exchange for promotional work during a product rollout. Keywords: [guy kawasaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guy-kawasaki.md), [michael dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dell.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [comdex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comdex.md), [covid vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-vaccine.md) ### Governor Greg Abbott, Texas Reopening Advisory Committee - **Episode:** [1235: Coronafest](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1235-coronafest.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-23 - **Time:** 41:02–45:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1235-coronafest/chapter/governor-greg-abbott-texas-reopening-advisory-committee.md Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces a phased reopening of the state, starting with retail curbside pickup and the reopening of parks. He introduces an advisory committee of business leaders, including Michael Dell and "Mattress Mack" Jim McIngvale. The hosts point out a significant error in the Governor's announcement, noting that committee member Ross Perot has been deceased since July 2019. Keywords: [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [ross perot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ross-perot.md), [michael dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dell.md), mattress mack, [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md) ### Celebrity Donations, Michael Dell and Trump Tax Bill Strategy - **Episode:** [961: Big BRICS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-03 - **Time:** 14:14–16:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics/chapter/celebrity-donations-michael-dell-and-trump-tax-bill-strategy.md Michael Dell donated $35 million to Hurricane Harvey relief, sparking a discussion on celebrity philanthropy and public relations. A proposal is suggested for President Donald Trump to link disaster relief funding to his upcoming tax bill to gain bipartisan support. The absence of the Clinton Foundation in the Texas relief effort is also noted. Keywords: [michael dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dell.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [tax bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-bill.md), [hurricane harvey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-harvey.md) ### Bill Gates, Corporate Interests, and Non-Profit Chains - **Episode:** [595: Ottomania](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/595-ottomania.md) - **Published:** 2014-02-27 - **Time:** 2:33:32–2:36:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/595-ottomania/chapter/bill-gates-corporate-interests-and-non-profit-chains.md The implementation of Common Core through "Race to the Top" grants is linked to the financial interests of Bill Gates and Michael Dell, whose companies provide the necessary hardware and software. The "daisy chain" of non-profits, such as Educate Texas, is criticized for creating a self-sustaining loop of corporate-driven education policy that bypasses traditional democratic oversight. Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [michael dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dell.md), [race to the top](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/race-to-the-top.md), [non-profits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/non-profits.md), educate texas ### Austin Social Scene, Fox News Perception - **Episode:** [584: Hybrid Pigs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/584-hybrid-pigs.md) - **Published:** 2014-01-20 - **Time:** 2:23:56–2:27:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/584-hybrid-pigs/chapter/austin-social-scene-fox-news-perception.md A host recounts a conversation at the Dell Long Center in Austin with a socialite who viewed Fox News as "crazy." The host challenged her by pointing out the network's high ratings and the fact that it is often staffed by individuals with diverse political backgrounds. Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [michael dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dell.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [socialites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/socialites.md) ### Dutch Pension Cuts, Multinational Tax Scams - **Episode:** [481: Intelligence Product](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/481-intelligence-product.md) - **Published:** 2013-01-24 - **Time:** 2:32:24–2:36:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/481-intelligence-product/chapter/dutch-pension-cuts-multinational-tax-scams.md The Dutch Central Bank announces significant cuts to over a million pensions, while simultaneously facilitating massive tax avoidance for multinational corporations like Apple and Google. This "Dutch Sandwich" scheme allows trillions of dollars to route through the Netherlands with minimal taxation. 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