# Missile Test on The No Agenda Show

Missile Test comes up in 11 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2013 to December 2022.

- **Chapters:** 11
- **Episodes:** 11
- **Discussed:** February 2013 – December 2022
- **Related topics:** [North Korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [Icbm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icbm.md), [Pyongyang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyongyang.md), [Ben Tracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-tracy.md), [Hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md), [Kim Jong Un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [Nuclear Test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-test.md), [Apec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apec.md), [Bill Burns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-burns.md), [David Martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-martin.md)

## Chapters 1–11 of 11

### North Korea Missile Tests and CIA Intelligence Gaps

- **Episode:** [1513: Inrush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-18
- **Time:** 56:20–58:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush/chapter/north-korea-missile-tests-and-cia-intelligence-gaps.md

North Korea has conducted over 50 missile launches in the past year and is reportedly preparing for its seventh nuclear test. During a PBS interview, a notable silence occurred when Director Bill Burns was asked if the U.S. has "eyes on the ground" in North Korea, suggesting a potential briefing failure or sensitive intelligence gap.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), missile tests, [nuclear test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-test.md), [bill burns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-burns.md)

### North Korea, ICBM Launch and Kamala Harris

- **Episode:** [1505: Cat's Paw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw.md)
- **Published:** 2022-11-20
- **Time:** 1:25:49–1:29:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw/chapter/north-korea-icbm-launch-and-kamala-harris.md

North Korea conducted a test of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capable of reaching the United States mainland, landing in Japan's exclusive economic zone. Vice President Kamala Harris met with world leaders at the APEC summit in Thailand to condemn the "brazen violation" of UN security resolutions. The launch was featured prominently in North Korean state media, showcasing the country's advancing military capabilities.

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### North Korea Update, Missile Test Apology

- **Episode:** [1163: Cashless Millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1163-cashless-millennials.md)
- **Published:** 2019-08-15
- **Time:** 3:10:23–3:13:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1163-cashless-millennials/chapter/north-korea-update-missile-test-apology.md

North Korea conducted its fifth missile launch in three weeks in response to joint U.S.-South Korean military exercises. President Trump tweeted that Kim Jong-un sent a letter offering a "small apology" for the tests and promised to stop once the exercises concluded.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), missile tests, [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md)

### North Korean Missile Misfire and Military Parade

- **Episode:** [1038: End of an Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-06
- **Time:** 1:26:28–1:31:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era/chapter/north-korean-missile-misfire-and-military-parade.md

Media reports from Pyongyang describe a "defiant misfire" of a North Korean missile that exploded shortly after launch. During a massive military parade, North Korea displayed what appeared to be new intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) and solid-fuel technology. The hosts question the authenticity of the weapons shown, suggesting the tubes might be empty or made of wood, while noting the "sweetened" audio used in news broadcasts.

Keywords: [pyongyang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyongyang.md), [missile test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-test.md), [military parade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-parade.md), [ben tracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-tracy.md), [icbm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icbm.md)

### Keck Observatory Video, Missile Intercept Theory

- **Episode:** [1005: Circular Reporting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1005-circular-reporting.md)
- **Published:** 2018-02-04
- **Time:** 2:24:39–2:27:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1005-circular-reporting/chapter/keck-observatory-video-missile-intercept-theory.md

Time-lapse footage from the Keck Observatory in Hawaii has fueled online theories that a real missile was intercepted during the false alert. The video appears to show an object being destroyed in the sky, leading to speculation about a top-secret anti-ballistic missile test or an undisclosed aerial event.

Keywords: keck observatory, [iron dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-dome.md), [missile test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-test.md), [top secret](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/top-secret.md), [hawaii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hawaii.md)

### North Korea Hwasong-15 Missile Launch and Military Funding

- **Episode:** [986: Fruit Machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/986-fruit-machine.md)
- **Published:** 2018-01-15
- **Time:** 1:35:15–1:39:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/986-fruit-machine/chapter/north-korea-hwasong-15-missile-launch-and-military-funding.md

North Korea successfully tested the Hwasong-15 ICBM, which reached an altitude of 2,800 miles and demonstrated the potential to strike Washington, D.C. The hosts argue that these launches are often used as "sales jobs" to justify increased military spending in the U.S. and to maintain a presence near China. They suggest that the North Korean regime primarily seeks international recognition as a legitimate state.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), hwasong-15, [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [missile test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-test.md), [military-industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md)

### North Korea Missile Misfire and Pyongyang Military Parade

- **Episode:** [921: Bagels & Bins](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-16
- **Time:** 34:00–39:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/921-bagels-bins/chapter/north-korea-missile-misfire-and-pyongyang-military-parade.md

North Korea attempted a missile launch that reportedly failed immediately after takeoff. This followed a massive military parade in Pyongyang celebrating the birth of Kim Il-sung, where new long-range ballistic missiles and ICBMs were displayed. CBS reporter Ben Tracy provided on-the-ground coverage of the parade, noting the defiant rhetoric from North Korean officials toward the Trump administration.

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### North Korea Missile Test and Media Alarmism

- **Episode:** [918: Kim Jong Yum Yum](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/918-kim-jong-yum-yum.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-06
- **Time:** 12:59–19:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/918-kim-jong-yum-yum/chapter/north-korea-missile-test-and-media-alarmism.md

A CBS News report details a failed North Korean missile test that "pinwheeled" into the sea shortly after launch. The hosts analyze the timing of the test relative to President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. They question the actual threat level posed by North Korea's nuclear program and mock media suggestions that the regime could target cities like Seattle or Austin.

Keywords: [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [icbm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icbm.md), [david martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-martin.md), [rex tillerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rex-tillerson.md), [missile test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-test.md), [pyongyang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pyongyang.md)

### Los Angeles Missile Test, LAX Flight Path Changes

- **Episode:** [772: Grim Math](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/772-grim-math.md)
- **Published:** 2015-11-09
- **Time:** 2:05:24–2:07:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/772-grim-math/chapter/los-angeles-missile-test-lax-flight-path-changes.md

A mysterious light over Southern California was identified by the military as a pre-planned, unarmed missile test from Vandenberg Air Force Base. The test resulted in the closure of Pacific airspace, forcing LAX to redirect late-night flights over residential areas. Residents in the flight path are expected to experience increased noise for a week due to the secret military operations.

Keywords: [lax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lax.md), [vandenberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vandenberg.md), [missile test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-test.md), minuteman, [noise complaints](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noise-complaints.md)

### Podcast Patent, International Space Station and Outro

- **Episode:** [557: Kalemia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/557-kalemia.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-17
- **Time:** 2:47:01–2:49:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/557-kalemia/chapter/podcast-patent-international-space-station-and-outro.md

The hosts briefly mention an ongoing podcast patent dispute, which they plan to deconstruct in the next episode. They also note a strange plume seen from the International Space Station, which turned out to be a Russian missile test. The show concludes with a final "thank you for your courage" and a reminder to support the "Sunday Service" episode.

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### North Korea Nuclear Tests, 2009 Missile Script Comparison

- **Episode:** [487: Red Bag of Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/487-red-bag-of-poop.md)
- **Published:** 2013-02-15
- **Time:** 1:09:31–1:12:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/487-red-bag-of-poop/chapter/north-korea-nuclear-tests-2009-missile-script-comparison.md

The recent North Korean nuclear test is compared to a similar media narrative from 2009 involving threats to Hawaii. The hosts argue that the Pentagon and media use a repetitive "script" to maintain public fear, suggesting that many international skirmishes go unreported or are misrepresented.

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