# Michael Douglas on The No Agenda Show

Michael Douglas comes up in 15 chapters across 15 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2010 to May 2023.

- **Chapters:** 15
- **Episodes:** 15
- **Discussed:** December 2010 – May 2023
- **Related topics:** [Liberace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberace.md), [Documentary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/documentary.md), [Gardasil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gardasil.md), [Hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [Hpv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hpv.md), [Matt Damon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-damon.md), [Millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [Wall Street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [Academy Awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academy-awards.md), [Aids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aids.md)

## Chapters 1–15 of 15

### Documentary Film "Minnesota" and Birthday Tributes

- **Episode:** [1392: TRANSNOODLE](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1392-transnoodle.md)
- **Published:** 2023-05-22
- **Time:** 1:41:15–1:46:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1392-transnoodle/chapter/documentary-film-minnesota-and-birthday-tributes.md

Sir Michael Douglas Carlin promotes his documentary film "Minnesota," which covers the protests following the death of George Floyd and alleges the presence of police infiltrators. The segment also includes birthday tributes for listeners and their families.

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### Minnesota Documentary, Oscar Campaign, Academy Awards

- **Episode:** [1407: Gob of Goo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1407-gob-of-goo.md)
- **Published:** 2021-12-12
- **Time:** 1:42:30–1:47:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1407-gob-of-goo/chapter/minnesota-documentary-oscar-campaign-academy-awards.md

The documentary "Minnesota: The Modern Day Selma" has been accepted by the Academy for consideration in the documentary category. Producers are encouraged to help the film reach the shortlist of 15 by raising awareness among Academy members. The film, directed by Michael Douglas Carlin, is currently one of 138 documentaries in the running for an Oscar.

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### Millennial Spitting, The Kominsky Method

- **Episode:** [1360: Magnetofection](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1360-magnetofection.md)
- **Published:** 2021-07-01
- **Time:** 2:08:37–2:11:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1360-magnetofection/chapter/millennial-spitting-the-kominsky-method.md

A discussion on millennial behavior touches on a trend of spitting during confrontations. John Dvorak references a scene from "The Kominsky Method" where an acting class turns on a student who finds success, illustrating a perceived millennial resentment toward high achievers.

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### Millennial Social Trends, Spitting and Jealousy

- **Episode:** [1359: Sheep Dipping](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1359-sheep-dipping.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-27
- **Time:** 2:56:21–3:00:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1359-sheep-dipping/chapter/millennial-social-trends-spitting-and-jealousy.md

The hosts discuss social trends among millennials, citing a scene from "The Kominsky Method" where students react with jealousy to a peer's success. They also observe a disturbing trend of young people spitting on each other during arguments in London and the US, questioning if this is a new cultural phenomenon.

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### Predictive Programming in the 2017 Movie Unlocked

- **Episode:** [1324: Yak Yak Vax](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1324-yak-yak-vax.md)
- **Published:** 2021-02-25
- **Time:** 57:32–59:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1324-yak-yak-vax/chapter/predictive-programming-in-the-2017-movie-unlocked.md

The hosts discuss the 2017 Michael Douglas film *Unlocked*, noting its "prescient" dialogue regarding global viruses and the implementation of medical martial law. The film mentions forced isolation, quarantine camps, and real-time access to private medical records as necessary responses to a bio-threat.

Keywords: unlocked, [michael douglas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-douglas.md), medical martial law, [biodefense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biodefense.md), [quarantine camps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quarantine-camps.md)

### Biden Mask Mandate, Medical Martial Law

- **Episode:** [1313: Q Victims](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1313-q-victims.md)
- **Published:** 2021-01-17
- **Time:** 2:33:11–2:36:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1313-q-victims/chapter/biden-mask-mandate-medical-martial-law.md

Joe Biden's plan to issue an executive order for masks in government buildings is discussed as "showboating." A clip from the 2017 movie *Unlocked* featuring Michael Douglas is played, which explicitly mentions "Medical Martial Law," suggesting pre-programming of the current pandemic response.

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### Comparing "Wall Street" and "The Wolf of Wall Street"

- **Episode:** [1139: Mooch and Stoll](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1139-mooch-and-stoll.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-23
- **Time:** 42:35–45:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1139-mooch-and-stoll/chapter/comparing-wall-street-and-the-wolf-of-wall-street.md

Anthony Scaramucci compares the films "Wall Street" and "The Wolf of Wall Street," noting that he appeared as himself in Oliver Stone's sequel. He praises the original "Wall Street" as a formative cautionary tale but criticizes "The Wolf of Wall Street" for glorifying the illegal actions of Jordan Belfort. Scaramucci explains that he declined a role in the latter film because it portrayed a darker, dishonest side of the financial industry.

Keywords: [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), the wolf of wall street, gordon gekko, [michael douglas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-douglas.md), jordan belfort, [oliver stone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oliver-stone.md)

### Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Falling Down Film, Documentary Promotion

- **Episode:** [1084: Complex Instrument](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1084-complex-instrument.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-10
- **Time:** 2:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1084-complex-instrument/chapter/ruth-bader-ginsburg-falling-down-film-documentary-promotion.md

Ruth Bader Ginsburg suffered three broken ribs following a fall on the same day her documentary film was released. Speculation arises regarding the timing of the injury as a potential publicity stunt for the movie, which shares a title theme with the 1993 Michael Douglas film Falling Down. The 1993 film is described as a cult classic featuring a man who loses his composure in Los Angeles traffic.

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### Gardasil Native Advertising, Michael Douglas, HPV Myths

- **Episode:** [1015: Pentacon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1015-pentacon.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-11
- **Time:** 2:32:08–2:36:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1015-pentacon/chapter/gardasil-native-advertising-michael-douglas-hpv-myths.md

The Sacramento Bee is accused of running native advertising for the Gardasil vaccine, using a debunked claim about actor Michael Douglas. While Douglas previously claimed he contracted throat cancer from oral sex, he later admitted it was tongue cancer unrelated to HPV. The hosts argue that tobacco remains the primary cause of head and neck cancers, despite the pharmaceutical push for youth vaccinations.

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### Beyond the Candelabra, Michael Douglas Liberace Portrayal

- **Episode:** [533: Clip Show II](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/533-clip-show-ii.md)
- **Published:** 2013-07-25
- **Time:** 8:15–9:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/533-clip-show-ii/chapter/beyond-the-candelabra-michael-douglas-liberace-portrayal.md

The hosts critique the HBO film "Beyond the Candelabra," describing it as a gratuitous and uncomplimentary portrayal of Liberace. A theory is proposed that Michael Douglas used the role to settle a personal posthumous grudge against the entertainer. The discussion highlights Matt Damon's performance and the film's focus on Liberace's private life.

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### Michael Douglas and Gardasil PR Campaign

- **Episode:** [519: Freemium Reporter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-06
- **Time:** 25:19–29:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter/chapter/michael-douglas-and-gardasil-pr-campaign.md

An interview in The Guardian featuring Michael Douglas is analyzed, specifically his comments linking throat cancer to HPV and oral sex. The claim is made that Merck and Gardasil's PR agencies leveraged these comments to promote the HPV vaccine. Douglas later attempted to clarify or deny the statements, which the hosts interpret as a joke that was weaponized by pharmaceutical interests.

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### Beyond the Candelabra Review, Liberace Portrayal and Michael Douglas

- **Episode:** [517: Chubby Hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/517-chubby-hitler.md)
- **Published:** 2013-05-30
- **Time:** 22:29–27:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/517-chubby-hitler/chapter/beyond-the-candelabra-review-liberace-portrayal-and-michael-douglas.md

A review of the HBO film "Beyond the Candelabra" criticizes the portrayal of Liberace by Michael Douglas as a "backstabber" and a "pervert." The film's focus on the relationship between Liberace and Scott Thorson, played by Matt Damon, is described as a grueling and unflattering depiction of the entertainer's private life. Speculation suggests the film may serve as a posthumous critique of Liberace's legacy rather than a celebratory biopic.

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### Michael Douglas FBI Ad, Death of Broadcasting, House Ads

- **Episode:** [387: Bear Bile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/387-bear-bile.md)
- **Published:** 2012-03-01
- **Time:** 2:02:08–2:06:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/387-bear-bile/chapter/michael-douglas-fbi-ad-death-of-broadcasting-house-ads.md

Actor Michael Douglas filmed a public service announcement for the FBI regarding securities fraud and insider trading, reprising his Gordon Gekko persona. Meanwhile, local television stations like KSPW are running "house ads" for their own programming due to a lack of commercial advertisers. This trend is cited as evidence of the "death of broadcasting" as traditional revenue models fail.

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### Anthony Albanese, The American President Speech Plagiarism

- **Episode:** [379: The Soul Train of Podcasts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/379-the-soul-train-of-podcasts.md)
- **Published:** 2012-02-02
- **Time:** 20:29–23:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/379-the-soul-train-of-podcasts/chapter/anthony-albanese-the-american-president-speech-plagiarism.md

Australian Member of Parliament Anthony Albanese is caught delivering a speech that mirrors dialogue from the 1995 film "The American President." The segment plays the MP's speech side-by-side with Michael Douglas's performance to highlight the word-for-word similarities.

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### Entertainment News and Celebrity Scandals

- **Episode:** [257: The Moment of Truth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/257-the-moment-of-truth.md)
- **Published:** 2010-12-02
- **Time:** 1:54:31–1:56:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/257-the-moment-of-truth/chapter/entertainment-news-and-celebrity-scandals.md

A roundup of Hollywood news includes Mariah Carey's first pregnancy interview and Michael Douglas preparing to play Liberace in a new film. Other items mention Natalie Portman's Oscar buzz for "Black Swan" and Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's appearance in Paris. The segment serves as a contrast to the "real news" discussed earlier in the episode.

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