# Nick Robertson on The No Agenda Show

Nick Robertson comes up in 7 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2011 to January 2026.

- **Chapters:** 7
- **Episodes:** 6
- **Discussed:** September 2011 – January 2026
- **Related topics:** [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Abdelbaset Al-megrahi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abdelbaset-al-megrahi.md), [Libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [Annexation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/annexation.md), [Autonomous Drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-drones.md), [Bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [Consulate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consulate.md), [Denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), [Espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md), [Facial Recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md)

## Chapters 1–7 of 7

### Local Perspectives on Greenland Annexation

- **Episode:** [1834: Swarm Forge](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1834-swarm-forge.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-15
- **Time:** 1:34:37–1:38:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1834-swarm-forge/chapter/local-perspectives-on-greenland-annexation.md

Reports from Nuuk Airport indicate that Danish military transport planes are arriving to bolster local defenses. While mainstream media portrays Greenlanders as opposed to US annexation, some independent reports suggest younger residents might prefer American administration over Danish rule. The strategic importance of the GIUK gap and potential new shipping routes due to melting ice are cited as primary drivers for the conflict.

Keywords: nuuk airport, [nick robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-robertson.md), [mi6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mi6.md), eskimo, [denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), [annexation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/annexation.md)

### Jamal Khashoggi Disappearance, CNN Coverage Analysis

- **Episode:** [1077: Bone Saw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1077-bone-saw.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-14
- **Time:** 6:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1077-bone-saw/chapter/jamal-khashoggi-disappearance-cnn-coverage-analysis.md

The disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul is analyzed through the lens of media reporting. A CNN report by Nick Robertson details Turkish claims of audio-visual evidence documenting an assault and the moment Khashoggi's life ended. Discrepancies in the audio quality of news clips are noted, specifically how background noise vanished during mentions of political targeting against Saudi Arabia.

Keywords: [jamal khashoggi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamal-khashoggi.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [istanbul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/istanbul.md), [nick robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-robertson.md), [consulate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consulate.md)

### Pakistan Pipeline Politics and Bin Laden Widows

- **Episode:** [399: Hip-Check China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china.md)
- **Published:** 2012-04-12
- **Time:** 1:33:55–1:39:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china/chapter/pakistan-pipeline-politics-and-bin-laden-widows.md

CNN's Nick Robertson reported on the widows of Osama bin Laden being held in Pakistan. The hosts argue this reporting is designed to frame Pakistan as a "bad actor" to the American public. This narrative coincides with geopolitical tension over the TAPI pipeline and China's increasing influence in the region.

Keywords: [pakistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pakistan.md), [tapi pipeline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tapi-pipeline.md), [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [nick robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-robertson.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md)

### Autonomous Drones and Public Execution Reality Shows

- **Episode:** [344: Cyber Master](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/344-cyber-master.md)
- **Published:** 2011-10-02
- **Time:** 52:33–56:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/344-cyber-master/chapter/autonomous-drones-and-public-execution-reality-shows.md

The discussion moves to the future of "autonomous drones" that use facial recognition and bio-data to identify targets without human intervention. Adam Curry references a CNN report by Nick Robertson on the technology. The hosts jokingly suggest that drone strikes and public executions should be turned into interactive reality TV shows where the public votes via text.

Keywords: [autonomous drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-drones.md), [skynet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skynet.md), [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md), [nick robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-robertson.md), [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md)

### Hillary Clinton, Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, Lockerbie Bombing

- **Episode:** [336: Tesla Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/336-tesla-dome.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-04
- **Time:** 30:10–34:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/336-tesla-dome/chapter/hillary-clinton-abdelbaset-al-megrahi-lockerbie-bombing.md

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton expressed outrage in Paris regarding the continued freedom of Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset al-Megrahi in Libya. However, her claims of wanting to locate him are contrasted with a CNN report by Nick Robertson, who easily found and filmed a frail Megrahi at his villa in Tripoli. The discrepancy suggests a lack of genuine effort by the State Department to secure the prisoner despite public rhetoric.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [abdelbaset al-megrahi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abdelbaset-al-megrahi.md), [lockerbie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockerbie.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [nick robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-robertson.md), [syracuse university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syracuse-university.md)

### Media Tours of Gaddafi's Compounds and DHS Headquarters

- **Episode:** [335: Aardvark Effect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-01
- **Time:** 57:08–1:02:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect/chapter/media-tours-of-gaddafi-s-compounds-and-dhs-headquarters.md

BBC and CNN correspondents have been touring abandoned government buildings in Tripoli, including Muammar Gaddafi's residence and the Department of Homeland Security. The hosts point out that many "secret" documents and signs found in these Libyan offices are written in English rather than Arabic. They question the authenticity of these media reports and suggest potential intelligence agency involvement.

Keywords: [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [nick robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-robertson.md), [tripoli](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tripoli.md), [espionage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage.md)

### Discovery of Lockerbie Bomber Abdelbaset al-Megrahi

- **Episode:** [335: Aardvark Effect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-01
- **Time:** 1:02:39–1:06:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect/chapter/discovery-of-lockerbie-bomber-abdelbaset-al-megrahi.md

CNN's Nick Robertson located the Lockerbie bomber, Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, in a comatose state at his home in Tripoli. The segment discusses the controversial 2009 release of Megrahi from a Scottish prison on compassionate grounds. The hosts suggest the original conviction was a political maneuver and the current media coverage serves to manage public outrage.

Keywords: [abdelbaset al-megrahi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abdelbaset-al-megrahi.md), [lockerbie bombing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockerbie-bombing.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [nick robertson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-robertson.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md)

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