# Nick Shirley on The No Agenda Show Nick Shirley comes up in 12 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2025 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 12 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** December 2025 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [Minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md), [Fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [Minneapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minneapolis.md), [Somali Community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somali-community.md), [Tim Walz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-walz.md), [Audit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audit.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Canal Street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canal-street.md), [Cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ## Chapters 1–12 of 12 ### Donald Trump Revokes White House Press Passes - **Episode:** [1905: Nerdballs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-20 - **Time:** 1:22:36–1:27:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs/chapter/donald-trump-revokes-white-house-press-passes.md The hosts discuss Donald Trump's decision to revoke White House press passes for CNN, MSNBC, and Politico. Jason Calacanis argues that the press enjoys being the story because it drives ratings, while Adam Curry suggests journalists should focus on investigative work like Nick Shirley's fraud reporting rather than sparring with the President. They conclude that the "dysfunctional dance" between Trump and the media is primarily a business model for both parties. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [politico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politico.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md) ### Federal Program Fraud, Senate Homeland Security Hearing - **Episode:** [1886: Cytoshitosis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-16 - **Time:** 1:34:06–1:36:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis/chapter/federal-program-fraud-senate-homeland-security-hearing.md The Senate Homeland Security Committee held a hearing on widespread fraud in federal programs, featuring testimony from Senator Rand Paul and journalist Nick Shirley. Discussions focused on a $46.6 million Medicaid autism fraud case in Minnesota and the lack of upfront verification in government payments. Keywords: [rand paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rand-paul.md), [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [james o'keefe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-o-keefe.md), [medicaid fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicaid-fraud.md), [minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md) ### Dr. Oz and Nick Shirley, Adult Daycare Fraud - **Episode:** [1885: Adult Day Care](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-12 - **Time:** 1:51:27–1:54:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care/chapter/dr-oz-and-nick-shirley-adult-daycare-fraud.md Dr. Oz joined YouTuber Nick Shirley in Flushing, Queens, to investigate alleged fraud involving social adult daycare centers and a high density of pharmacies. The segment highlights how these entities may be exploiting government programs for financial gain. Critics question why Oz, as a government-affiliated figure, is filming YouTube videos rather than initiating formal law enforcement actions. Keywords: [dr. oz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-oz.md), [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [queens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/queens.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), adult daycare, [pharmacies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pharmacies.md) ### New York City Migration, Canal Street Counterfeits, Nick Shirley - **Episode:** [1880: Antifa Book Club](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1880-antifa-book-club.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-25 - **Time:** 36:06–40:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1880-antifa-book-club/chapter/new-york-city-migration-canal-street-counterfeits-nick-shirley.md A discussion regarding New York City focuses on the impact of migration and the changing atmosphere of Canal Street. Memories of buying high-quality counterfeit Rolex watches are contrasted with current reports from independent journalist Nick Shirley. A "Nick Shirley law" in California is mentioned as a measure to prevent journalists from exposing certain migrant-run operations. Keywords: [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [canal street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canal-street.md), [migration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/migration.md), [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [counterfeit goods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterfeit-goods.md), [rolex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rolex.md) ### Stop Nick Shirley Act and California Privacy Laws - **Episode:** [1861: Cone of Uncertainty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-19 - **Time:** 1:58:42–2:03:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty/chapter/stop-nick-shirley-act-and-california-privacy-laws.md California legislators have introduced AB 2624, dubbed the "Stop Nick Shirley Act," which seeks to restrict the filming of immigration service providers. The bill follows undercover investigations by YouTuber Nick Shirley into alleged fraud within state-funded programs. Critics argue the law violates the First Amendment by imposing penalties on those who publish videos of public officials and volunteers. Keywords: [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [scott wiener](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-wiener.md), mia bonta, ab 2624, [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md) ### Nick Shirley, California Hospice Fraud, Medicare Billing - **Episode:** [1852: Jell-No!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-19 - **Time:** 2:03:50–2:06:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no/chapter/nick-shirley-california-hospice-fraud-medicare-billing.md YouTuber Nick Shirley released a video exposing massive hospice and home healthcare fraud in California. He reports a 1,000% increase in hospice care in Los Angeles County, with many facilities existing only as empty offices. The fraud involves stealing Medicare beneficiary numbers to bill the government for services never provided to patients. Keywords: [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [medi-cal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medi-cal.md), hospice fraud, [medicare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md) ### Armenian Mob, California Audit, YouTuber Investigations - **Episode:** [1852: Jell-No!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-19 - **Time:** 2:06:41–2:10:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1852-jell-no/chapter/armenian-mob-california-audit-youtuber-investigations.md A 2019 California state audit confirmed large-scale hospice fraud, often linked to organized crime groups like the Armenian mob. Despite these findings, Governor Gavin Newsom has been criticized for failing to implement effective reforms. The hosts praise Nick Shirley's "stealth" investigative style for bringing public attention to issues that official government reports have failed to resolve. Keywords: armenian mob, [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [audit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audit.md), [hospice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hospice.md) ### Nick Shirley and the Rise of Pavement Journalism - **Episode:** [1851: Mork & Mimi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1851-mork-mimi.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-15 - **Time:** 57:43–59:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1851-mork-mimi/chapter/nick-shirley-and-the-rise-of-pavement-journalism.md The success of 23-year-old independent journalist Nick Shirley is credited with exposing stories that legacy media ignores, such as Somali-linked fraud in Minnesota. The discussion contrasts Shirley's "pavement journalism" with the sedentary nature of modern mainstream reporting. His work is framed as a necessary alternative to a compromised media landscape that often smears investigators as racist to protect political figures like Tim Walz. Keywords: [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [tim walz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-walz.md), somali fraud, [independent media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/independent-media.md), [mormon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mormon.md) ### Minneapolis Unrest and Somali Interpreter Fraud - **Episode:** [1834: Swarm Forge](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1834-swarm-forge.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-15 - **Time:** 2:15:50–2:20:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1834-swarm-forge/chapter/minneapolis-unrest-and-somali-interpreter-fraud.md Tensions remain high in Minneapolis following the shooting of Renee Goode by a federal agent, leading to mass resignations within the DOJ's Civil Rights Division. Simultaneously, independent investigator Nick Shirley has uncovered widespread fraud in Minnesota's social services, specifically targeting interpreter and transportation services used by the Somali community. These businesses are allegedly billing the state millions for non-existent services. Keywords: [minneapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minneapolis.md), renee goode, [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [somali community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somali-community.md), interpreter fraud ### Nick Shirley, CBS Minnesota Fraud Investigation - **Episode:** [1833: Spicy Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1833-spicy-mode.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-11 - **Time:** 1:05:03–1:08:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1833-spicy-mode/chapter/nick-shirley-cbs-minnesota-fraud-investigation.md A viral video by influencer Nick Shirley alleging widespread daycare fraud in Minnesota was labeled as "fake" by CBS News. Representative Ilhan Omar dismissed the allegations as creating confusion, while the Oversight Committee continues to look into her husband's private equity ties. Keywords: [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [daycare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daycare.md) ### Minnesota Childcare Fraud, Somali Community Allegations - **Episode:** [1830: Bulb Heads](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1830-bulb-heads.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-01 - **Time:** 1:36:30–1:43:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1830-bulb-heads/chapter/minnesota-childcare-fraud-somali-community-allegations.md A decade-long investigation into childcare fraud in Minnesota has gained new traction following viral videos by influencer Nick Shirley. Allegations suggest that multiple daycare centers in the Somali community have been billing the state millions for children who never attended. While local media reported on these "billing irregularities" as early as 2013, the Trump administration recently froze federal funding in response to the mounting evidence of systemic misappropriation. Keywords: [minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md), [tim walz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-walz.md), childcare fraud, [somali community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somali-community.md), [nick shirley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-shirley.md) ### Nick Shirley, Somali Healthcare Fraud Investigation in Minneapolis - **Episode:** [1829: Zoomerwaffen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-28 - **Time:** 14:09–17:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen/chapter/nick-shirley-somali-healthcare-fraud-investigation-in-minneapolis.md Independent creator Nick Shirley investigates numerous Somali-run healthcare and childcare facilities in Minneapolis suspected of being fronts for financial fraud. 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