# Nidal Hasan on The No Agenda Show

Nidal Hasan comes up in 11 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2009 to January 2014.

- **Chapters:** 11
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** November 2009 – January 2014
- **Related topics:** [Fort Hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [Terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [Anwar Al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Fox News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [Aids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aids.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Boston Marathon Bombing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-marathon-bombing.md), [Congressional Hearing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congressional-hearing.md), [Court Martial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/court-martial.md)

## Chapters 1–11 of 11

### Ted Cruz Performance, Boston Marathon Bombing Intelligence

- **Episode:** [583: A Pure Heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/583-a-pure-heart.md)
- **Published:** 2014-01-20
- **Time:** 1:45:13–1:48:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/583-a-pure-heart/chapter/ted-cruz-performance-boston-marathon-bombing-intelligence.md

Senator Ted Cruz questioned why existing surveillance programs failed to prevent the Boston Marathon bombing and the Fort Hood shooting by Nidal Hasan. Despite the NSA's vast data collection, the Russian government's warnings about the Tsarnaev brothers were not effectively acted upon. Cruz, a former Solicitor General, was noted for his sharp questioning of intelligence officials regarding these failures.

Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [boston marathon bombing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston-marathon-bombing.md), [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [intelligence failure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence-failure.md)

### Fort Hood Shooting Reclassified as Workplace Violence

- **Episode:** [365: Trojan Horse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/365-trojan-horse.md)
- **Published:** 2011-12-15
- **Time:** 2:02:09–2:06:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/365-trojan-horse/chapter/fort-hood-shooting-reclassified-as-workplace-violence.md

The Department of Defense's classification of the 2009 Fort Hood shooting as "workplace violence" rather than terrorism is criticized. The hosts suggest this is part of a broader agenda to shift the definition of terrorism toward domestic citizens while avoiding the recognition of Islamist-motivated attacks.

Keywords: [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [workplace violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/workplace-violence.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md), [ndaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ndaa.md), [domestic terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domestic-terrorism.md)

### Homegrown Terrorism, FBI Sting Operations

- **Episode:** [328: Pounding the Pavement](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/328-pounding-the-pavement.md)
- **Published:** 2011-08-07
- **Time:** 39:06–43:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/328-pounding-the-pavement/chapter/homegrown-terrorism-fbi-sting-operations.md

Catherine Herridge cites the Times Square bomber and the Fort Hood shooting as evidence of a rising homegrown terror threat. She describes Anwar al-Awlaki as the "Dear Abby of the jihadist world" for his role in motivating American citizens. The hosts argue that many of these cases are the result of FBI sting operations targeting individuals with limited capabilities.

Keywords: [faisal shahzad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faisal-shahzad.md), [times square bomber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/times-square-bomber.md), fbi stings, [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md)

### Fort Hood Shooter Legal Defense and Al-Awlaki

- **Episode:** [278: Pap Schmear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/278-pap-schmear.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-13
- **Time:** 1:43:12–1:47:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/278-pap-schmear/chapter/fort-hood-shooter-legal-defense-and-al-awlaki.md

The lawyer for the Fort Hood shooter, Nidal Hasan, appeared on "Judge Jeanine" to argue that his client cannot receive a fair trial at Fort Hood. During the segment, it was noted that Anwar al-Awlaki, now a top Al-Qaeda target, was once a guest speaker at a Pentagon luncheon after 9/11. The discussion touches on the psychological strain within the military and the shifting narrative of who constitutes the primary terrorist threat to the U.S.

Keywords: [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

### Nidal Malik Hasan, Fort Hood Shooting Trial Delays

- **Episode:** [243: Big Soda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/243-big-soda.md)
- **Published:** 2010-10-14
- **Time:** 1:47:22–1:55:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/243-big-soda/chapter/nidal-malik-hasan-fort-hood-shooting-trial-delays.md

The trial of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan faces ongoing delays, with the defense requesting a postponement until after the November elections. Discrepancies in the official narrative are highlighted, including the lack of media coverage regarding Hasan's alleged possession of HIV/AIDS medication at the time of his arrest.

Keywords: nidal malik hasan, [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [court martial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/court-martial.md), [aids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aids.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

### Anwar al-Awlaki and Fort Hood Investigation

- **Episode:** [161: Obama vs CIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/161-obama-vs-cia.md)
- **Published:** 2009-12-31
- **Time:** 30:59–33:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/161-obama-vs-cia/chapter/anwar-al-awlaki-and-fort-hood-investigation.md

The status of Imam Anwar al-Awlaki is discussed following reports of his death in a Yemen airstrike, which were later contradicted by a MEMRI interview. The segment also touches on the lack of public information regarding the Fort Hood shooter, Nidal Hasan, and his alleged communications with al-Awlaki.

Keywords: [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), memri

### Fort Hood Investigation and Lack of Witnesses

- **Episode:** [149: Fools Gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/149-fools-gold.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-19
- **Time:** 1:27:48–1:30:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/149-fools-gold/chapter/fort-hood-investigation-and-lack-of-witnesses.md

The first congressional hearing regarding the Fort Hood shooting will reportedly not include testimony from any federal law enforcement or military officials who were present during the attack. The Obama administration has declined to provide these witnesses, leading to accusations of a cover-up regarding the details of the event. The discussion notes significant discrepancies in the official narrative, including the number of shooters and the type of weapons used.

Keywords: [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [obama administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-administration.md), [congressional hearing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congressional-hearing.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

### Shepard Smith, Fort Hood Shooting Investigation

- **Episode:** [147: Podcast Award Nominees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/147-podcast-award-nominees.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-11
- **Time:** 36:23–46:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/147-podcast-award-nominees/chapter/shepard-smith-fort-hood-shooting-investigation.md

Fox News anchor Shepard Smith is criticized for his coverage of the Fort Hood shooting involving Nidal Hasan. The hosts analyze a report claiming that First Amendment protections prevented an earlier investigation into Hasan's emails. They argue the media is using the tragedy to manufacture consent for the renewal of the Patriot Act and increased troop levels in Afghanistan.

Keywords: [shepard smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shepard-smith.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [patriot act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriot-act.md)

### Nidal Hasan Apartment Search, HIV Medication Claims

- **Episode:** [147: Podcast Award Nominees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/147-podcast-award-nominees.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-11
- **Time:** 46:38–51:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/147-podcast-award-nominees/chapter/nidal-hasan-apartment-search-hiv-medication-claims.md

The hosts mock a Fox News report detailing the contents of Nidal Hasan's apartment, which included "suspicious" items like a paper shredder, foreign coins, and upside-down stacks of paper. A significant detail regarding Hasan allegedly possessing HIV medication is highlighted, noting that Shepard Smith ignored the information during the live broadcast.

Keywords: [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), paper shredder, [hiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hiv.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md)

### Fort Hood Shooting and Presidential Radio Address Analysis

- **Episode:** [146: Fort Hood Terrorist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/146-fort-hood-terrorist.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-08
- **Time:** 49:40–57:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/146-fort-hood-terrorist/chapter/fort-hood-shooting-and-presidential-radio-address-analysis.md

Adam Curry analyzes President Obama's radio address regarding the shooting at Fort Hood, Texas. He critiques the President's rhetorical framing of the event as a "crime against our nation" and the focus on "patriots." The hosts discuss the initial reports of multiple gunmen and the eventual narrative of a lone shooter, Major Nidal Hasan.

Keywords: [fort hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-hood.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [nidal hasan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nidal-hasan.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [terrorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terrorism.md)

### Nidal Hasan Psychiatric Background and MKUltra Theories

- **Episode:** [146: Fort Hood Terrorist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/146-fort-hood-terrorist.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-08
- **Time:** 57:16–1:03:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/146-fort-hood-terrorist/chapter/nidal-hasan-psychiatric-background-and-mkultra-theories.md

The hosts explore the background of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, a psychiatrist, and speculate on the role of military brain reprogramming. They reference the MKUltra program and the George Clooney film "The Men Who Stare at Goats" to discuss psychological operations. They question the official account of the shooting, including the number of rounds fired and the shooter's lack of proficiency with firearms.

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