# Moon Bases on The No Agenda Show

Moon Bases comes up in 26 chapters across 25 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2008 to May 2026.

- **Chapters:** 26
- **Episodes:** 25
- **Discussed:** July 2008 – May 2026
- **Related topics:** [Nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Jared Isaacman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-isaacman.md), [Artemis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artemis.md), [Gary Mckinnon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-mckinnon.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [Space Race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-race.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Dark Side Of The Moon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-side-of-the-moon.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 26

### NASA Artemis Moon Base, Mars Mission Goals

- **Episode:** [1872: Lunar Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-28
- **Time:** 1:20:13–1:24:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/nasa-artemis-moon-base-mars-mission-goals.md

NASA outlines a three-phase plan to establish a permanent moon base near the lunar South Pole by 2032, serving as a stepping stone for a future Mars mission. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman discusses a $20 billion investment over seven years. The hosts express skepticism about the timeline and the "scientific and economic potential" cited by the agency.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [artemis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artemis.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mars.md), [jared isaacman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-isaacman.md)

### NASA Shifts Strategy to Permanent Moon Base

- **Episode:** [1857: Teen Takeover](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-05
- **Time:** 35:51–38:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover/chapter/nasa-shifts-strategy-to-permanent-moon-base.md

NASA and Administrator Jared Isaacman have announced a pivot from the orbiting Lunar Gateway station to a permanent base on the moon's surface by 2028. This $20 billion project is part of a broader space ecosystem involving private contractors like Firefly, focusing on orbital data centers and lunar infrastructure.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [artemis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artemis.md), [jared isaacman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-isaacman.md), [lunar gateway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-gateway.md), firefly, [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md)

### NASA Artemis 2 Moon Mission, Cislunar Space Terminology

- **Episode:** [1856: CIS Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-02
- **Time:** 9:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar/chapter/nasa-artemis-2-moon-mission-cislunar-space-terminology.md

NASA's Artemis 2 mission launched four astronauts from Kennedy Space Center, marking a significant step in the renewed space race to establish a lunar base. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman emphasizes a shift toward a monthly launch cadence and repeatable missions to "cislunar space," a term describing the area between Earth and the Moon. The mission serves as a strategic signal of American technological superiority to geopolitical rivals, specifically China.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [artemis 2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artemis-2.md), cislunar space, [jared isaacman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-isaacman.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [space race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-race.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md)

### New Lunar Economy, US-China Space Competition

- **Episode:** [1856: CIS Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-02
- **Time:** 11:05–13:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar/chapter/new-lunar-economy-us-china-space-competition.md

The current push for the Moon is framed as a competition for a "lunar economy" rather than just a race to land. While the 1960s race was against Russia, modern lawmakers view China's deep space ambitions as a primary national security concern. NASA aims to establish a permanent base to secure economic and strategic interests before China can leapfrog American capabilities.

Keywords: [lunar economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-economy.md), [space race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-race.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [national security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-security.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md)

### NASA Artemis Program, Lunar Gateway and Moon Base Ambitions

- **Episode:** [1854: Rackout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-26
- **Time:** 2:07:21–2:11:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1854-rackout/chapter/nasa-artemis-program-lunar-gateway-and-moon-base-ambitions.md

NASA is pivoting its Artemis program toward establishing a permanent base on the lunar surface, with a target launch date of April 1st. The "Lunar Gateway" station, already partially built in orbit, will be repurposed to support long-term human habitation and scientific research. This move is seen as a response to China's goal of establishing its own moon base by 2030, sparking a new 21st-century space race.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [artemis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artemis.md), [lunar gateway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-gateway.md), [jared isaacman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-isaacman.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md)

### Solar Warden, Gary McKinnon Hack, Trump Space Force

- **Episode:** [1844: Second Half of Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-19
- **Time:** 45:23–50:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show/chapter/solar-warden-gary-mckinnon-hack-trump-space-force.md

The discussion explores the "Solar Warden" theory, which claims a secret space fleet has protected the solar system since the 1970s. Reference is made to hacker Gary McKinnon, who allegedly found files on "non-terrestrial officers" in Pentagon computers. The segment posits that President Trump's creation of the Space Force may be a precursor to revealing the truth about secret lunar bases and advanced space technology.

Keywords: solar warden, [gary mckinnon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-mckinnon.md), [space force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-force.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md)

### Executive Order on American Space Superiority and Moon Bases

- **Episode:** [1827: CIS-Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-21
- **Time:** 2:42:06–2:44:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar/chapter/executive-order-on-american-space-superiority-and-moon-bases.md

A new executive order on "Ensuring American Space Superiority" prioritizes returning Americans to the moon by 2028 and establishing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030. The policy aims to foster lunar economic development and prepare for future Mars exploration while enhancing defense capabilities in "cis-lunar space." The hosts discuss the technical definition of cis-lunar space and the role of commercial partners like Elon Musk.

Keywords: artemis program, [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [mars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mars.md), cis-lunar space, [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md)

### Moon Bases and Iron Sky Movie PR

- **Episode:** [1648: Red Book Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special.md)
- **Published:** 2024-04-04
- **Time:** 33:26–36:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1648-red-book-special/chapter/moon-bases-and-iron-sky-movie-pr.md

The hosts discuss reports of Russia planning a manned moon base, which they claim confirms their long-standing "moon base" theory. They also suggest that news stories about the "dark side of the moon" are actually viral marketing for the film *Iron Sky*, which features Nazis living on the moon.

Keywords: [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), iron sky, [nazis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazis.md), [mitt romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [rick santorum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-santorum.md)

### Steve Harvey Miss Universe Error and Elon Musk Moon Base

- **Episode:** [1200: Hell Mouth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-20
- **Time:** 2:30:49–2:34:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth/chapter/steve-harvey-miss-universe-error-and-elon-musk-moon-base.md

Steve Harvey makes another teleprompter error during the Miss Universe national costume contest, misidentifying Malaysia as the Philippines. The hosts also play a clip of Alex Jones claiming Elon Musk is building a secret moon base with 3D printers.

Keywords: [steve harvey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-harvey.md), [miss universe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-universe.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md)

### Solar Warden and Secret Space Program Theories

- **Episode:** [1045: Pseudo-Addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-28
- **Time:** 2:39:37–2:44:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/solar-warden-and-secret-space-program-theories.md

A deep-dive into "Solar Warden" explores the theory that a secret space fleet has existed since the 1970s, funded by trillions in unaccounted-for Department of Defense "black budget" money. The theory suggests that manned missions to the moon and beyond never actually stopped but were moved into classified operations.

Keywords: solar warden, [gary mckinnon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-mckinnon.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md), [black budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-budget.md), [aliens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aliens.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md)

### Israeli Moon Bases, Jobs Karma, and Nancy Pelosi

- **Episode:** [984: Show X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/984-show-x.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-26
- **Time:** 2:02:15–2:06:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/984-show-x/chapter/israeli-moon-bases-jobs-karma-and-nancy-pelosi.md

The "Jobs Karma" jingle is revealed to be a mashup of a Nancy Pelosi "jobs, jobs, jobs" rant and a clip of cheering children. This evolved into various forms of "Karma," including "F-Cancer Karma," which listeners claim has had positive real-world effects. The segment also briefly mentions the "Israeli Moon Bases" theory as a classic example of the show's more eccentric deep dives.

Keywords: israeli moon bases, [jobs karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jobs-karma.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [f-cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-cancer.md), [numerology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/numerology.md)

### Apple Watch Moon Phase Feature and Secret Moon Base Claims

- **Episode:** [717: Juice Jacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/717-juice-jacking.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-30
- **Time:** 7:16–8:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/717-juice-jacking/chapter/apple-watch-moon-phase-feature-and-secret-moon-base-claims.md

A clip from Macbreak Weekly features Leo Laporte using the Apple Watch moon phase complication to mock Adam Curry's theories about secret lunar bases. Laporte jokes that the watch proves there is no US military base on the dark side of the moon, while Curry retorts that any base would actually be Israeli.

Keywords: [apple watch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-watch.md), macbreak weekly, [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [dark side of the moon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-side-of-the-moon.md)

### Obot Dinners, Joe Scarborough and Israeli Moon Bases

- **Episode:** [651: Plague Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade.md)
- **Published:** 2014-09-11
- **Time:** 2:00:25–2:03:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade/chapter/obot-dinners-joe-scarborough-and-israeli-moon-bases.md

The hosts discuss the "Obot" (Obama-bot) culture and the format of MSNBC's *Morning Joe*. Dvorak is reminded of a past claim about "Israeli moon bases," which a listener identified as originating in Episode 141, leading to a brief moment of vindication for Curry.

Keywords: [obots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obots.md), [joe scarborough](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-scarborough.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), israeli moon bases, episode 141

### Carol Costello Questions Why Humans Haven't Returned to the Moon

- **Episode:** [635: 28 Pages](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages.md)
- **Published:** 2014-07-24
- **Time:** 32:46–39:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/635-28-pages/chapter/carol-costello-questions-why-humans-haven-t-returned-to-the-moon.md

CNN's Carol Costello interviews astronaut Chris Hadfield, asking why humans have not returned to the moon since the Apollo missions. The discussion evolves into a debate between the hosts regarding the existence of secret moon bases and the strategic military value of the lunar surface.

Keywords: [carol costello](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carol-costello.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), chris hadfield, [moon bases](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-bases.md), [international space station](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-space-station.md)

### Atlas V Rocket Launch, China Moon Probe

- **Episode:** [571: New World Odor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/571-new-world-odor.md)
- **Published:** 2013-12-05
- **Time:** 2:40:50–2:45:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/571-new-world-odor/chapter/atlas-v-rocket-launch-china-moon-probe.md

An Atlas V rocket carrying a classified National Reconnaissance Office payload is scheduled for launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base. Simultaneously, China successfully launched the Chang'e 3 lunar probe, which includes the "Jade Rabbit" lander. China aims to become the third nation to achieve a soft landing on the moon as part of its expanding space program.

Keywords: [atlas v](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atlas-v.md), [vandenberg air force base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vandenberg-air-force-base.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), moon probe, [chang'e 3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chang-e-3.md)

### Mars Curiosity Rover, New Mexico Studio Theory, Moon Bases

- **Episode:** [435: Hillary Doesn't Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat.md)
- **Published:** 2012-08-16
- **Time:** 2:06:48–2:10:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat/chapter/mars-curiosity-rover-new-mexico-studio-theory-moon-bases.md

Adam Curry expresses skepticism about the Mars Curiosity Rover mission, noting that Google's image recognition API identified Mars photos as being taken in New Mexico. Dvorak counters with a theory that while the rover might be fake, there have been bases on the moon since 1953 used by "travelers" living among humans.

Keywords: mars curiosity, [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), google api, [new mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-mexico.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), travelers

### Iron Sky Movie Promotion and Moon Base Theories

- **Episode:** [382: Apathy Syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/382-apathy-syndrome.md)
- **Published:** 2012-02-12
- **Time:** 1:17:06–1:19:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/382-apathy-syndrome/chapter/iron-sky-movie-promotion-and-moon-base-theories.md

The upcoming film "Iron Sky," featuring Nazis on the moon, is identified as the likely source of recent "Dark Side of the Moon" news stories. The hosts suggest the film's marketing campaign is leveraging existing conspiracy theories.

Keywords: iron sky, [nazis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazis.md), [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [dark side of the moon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-side-of-the-moon.md), [pink floyd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pink-floyd.md)

### Russian Moon Base Plans, Manned Research Base

- **Episode:** [376: Party@Ecropolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-22
- **Time:** 1:37:44–1:38:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis/chapter/russian-moon-base-plans-manned-research-base.md

Russia announces talks with the US and Europe to establish a manned research base on the moon. The hosts view this as a "limited hangout" disclosure, claiming that secret moon bases have likely existed for years and the public is only now being prepared for the information.

Keywords: [moon base](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-base.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [space exploration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-exploration.md), manned research, [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md)

### Moon Rising Documentary and NASA Photo Manipulation

- **Episode:** [344: Cyber Master](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/344-cyber-master.md)
- **Published:** 2011-10-02
- **Time:** 1:43:05–1:44:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/344-cyber-master/chapter/moon-rising-documentary-and-nasa-photo-manipulation.md

Adam Curry recommends the documentary "Moon Rising," which claims to show colorized NASA photos revealing moon bases and light disks. The film argues that NASA has systematically manipulated lunar photography to hide extraterrestrial structures. Dvorak remains skeptical of the "space elevator" and moon base claims.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [moon bases](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-bases.md), hubble telescope, [space elevator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-elevator.md), [documentary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/documentary.md)

### Monsanto Self-Policing and Episode 299 Outro

- **Episode:** [299: It's Tiara Time!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/299-it-s-tiara-time.md)
- **Published:** 2011-04-28
- **Time:** 2:08:52–2:14:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/299-it-s-tiara-time/chapter/monsanto-self-policing-and-episode-299-outro.md

The USDA announced a pilot program allowing Monsanto to conduct its own environmental impact studies. The hosts also note that George W. Bush canceled a trip to Switzerland due to potential war crimes charges. The episode concludes with a series of "33" sightings in financial news and a mention of a House bill mandating the construction of moon bases.

Keywords: [monsanto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monsanto.md), [usda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usda.md), [tom vilsack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-vilsack.md), [george w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-w-bush.md), [moon bases](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moon-bases.md), [33](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/33.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md)

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