# Michelle Flournoy on The No Agenda Show Michelle Flournoy comes up in 4 chapters across 4 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2010 to June 2015. - **Chapters:** 4 - **Episodes:** 4 - **Discussed:** September 2010 – June 2015 - **Related topics:** [Andrew Bacevich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-bacevich.md), [Boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md), [Cnas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnas.md), [Counterinsurgency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterinsurgency.md), [Iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [Joe Lieberman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-lieberman.md), [John Mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [Leon Panetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-panetta.md), [Lockheed Martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockheed-martin.md), [Military Industrial Complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md) ## Chapters 1–4 of 4 ### Project Pundit, Iraqi Will to Fight - **Episode:** [729: About Face!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face.md) - **Published:** 2015-06-11 - **Time:** 1:38:00–1:42:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face/chapter/project-pundit-iraqi-will-to-fight.md A panel of former defense officials debated the efficacy of sending 450 additional trainers to Iraq. Colonel Andrew Bacevich expressed skepticism, noting that a decade of U.S. training has failed to instill a "will to fight" in Iraqi forces. General Anthony Zinni added that the U.S. consistently overestimates Iraqi capabilities while underestimating ISIS. Keywords: [leon panetta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leon-panetta.md), anthony zinni, [michelle flournoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-flournoy.md), [andrew bacevich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-bacevich.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md) ### Center for a New American Security, Secretary of Defense Candidates - **Episode:** [674: Non-linear War](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/674-non-linear-war.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-30 - **Time:** 1:42:40–1:47:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/674-non-linear-war/chapter/center-for-a-new-american-security-secretary-of-defense-candidates.md The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) is identified as a key influence on defense policy. The hosts review the organization's board, which includes representatives from Boeing and Goldman Sachs, and predict Joe Lieberman as a likely candidate for Secretary of Defense. Keywords: [cnas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnas.md), [michelle flournoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-flournoy.md), [joe lieberman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-lieberman.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md) ### Twerp Definition, Susan Rice and Valerie Jarrett - **Episode:** [673: Imperial News](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/673-imperial-news.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-27 - **Time:** 1:49:55–1:53:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/673-imperial-news/chapter/twerp-definition-susan-rice-and-valerie-jarrett.md Adam Curry defends his use of the word "twerp" to describe Susan Rice, clarifying that it refers to a "contemptible person" rather than a comment on height. The hosts speculate that Valerie Jarrett and Susan Rice are the true powers behind the Obama administration's policy decisions. They also note Michelle Flournoy's refusal to be considered for the Defense Secretary position. Keywords: [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [valerie jarrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valerie-jarrett.md), twerp, [michelle flournoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-flournoy.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md) ### David Kilcullen on Counterinsurgency and Military Rebalancing - **Episode:** [232: Eating the Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/232-eating-the-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-05 - **Time:** 32:46–38:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/232-eating-the-evidence/chapter/david-kilcullen-on-counterinsurgency-and-military-rebalancing.md Author David Kilcullen discusses the future of counterinsurgency and the need for the U.S. military to rebalance between current conflicts and potential future wars with powers like China. The discussion touches on Secretary Robert Gates' efforts to manage the military-industrial complex and cost overruns from contractors like Lockheed Martin. Michelle Flournoy is also mentioned as a key senior official in the Department of Defense. Keywords: david kilcullen, [counterinsurgency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterinsurgency.md), [robert gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-gates.md), [lockheed martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockheed-martin.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [michelle flournoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-flournoy.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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