# Noam Chomsky on The No Agenda Show Noam Chomsky comes up in 14 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2010 to November 2025. - **Chapters:** 14 - **Episodes:** 14 - **Discussed:** April 2010 – November 2025 - **Related topics:** [Linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [Democracy Now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Act Blue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/act-blue.md), [Amy Goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [Bill Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [Campaign Finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [Cryptome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cryptome.md) ## Chapters 1–14 of 14 ### Epstein Estate Emails, High-Profile Names - **Episode:** [1817: Stunt Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-16 - **Time:** 1:30:17–1:36:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade/chapter/epstein-estate-emails-high-profile-names.md Recent document releases from the Jeffrey Epstein estate have highlighted connections to prominent figures including former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, Noam Chomsky, and Peter Thiel. The discussion focuses on the financial ties between Epstein and JPMorgan Chase, where suspicious transaction reports were allegedly ignored for years. Keywords: [larry summers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-summers.md), [jp morgan chase](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jp-morgan-chase.md), [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [peter thiel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-thiel.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md) ### Jewish Voice for Peace, Political Front Allegations - **Episode:** [1603: Rolling Start](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1603-rolling-start.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-29 - **Time:** 52:24–56:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1603-rolling-start/chapter/jewish-voice-for-peace-political-front-allegations.md The organization Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) led a massive sit-in at Grand Central Terminal to demand a ceasefire in Gaza. Analysis suggests the group functions as a front for radical Democratic interests, noting its ties to ActBlue and its endorsement of "The Squad" members like Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib. Critics argue the group's branding misrepresents its fringe political alignment. Keywords: jewish voice for peace, [act blue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/act-blue.md), [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [the squad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-squad.md), [gaza ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza-ceasefire.md) ### Noam Chomsky Interview, Totalitarian Culture and Information Access - **Episode:** [1471: Publical Emergency](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1471-publical-emergency.md) - **Published:** 2022-07-28 - **Time:** 1:35:30–1:41:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1471-publical-emergency/chapter/noam-chomsky-interview-totalitarian-culture-and-information-access.md Linguist and activist Noam Chomsky stated in an interview with Russell Brand that the United States is currently living under a "totalitarian culture" worse than the Soviet Union before Gorbachev. Chomsky argued that the banning of Russian media like RT and the marginalization of journalists like Chris Hedges have severely restricted Americans' access to adversarial information. He noted that even in post-Stalinist Russia, citizens could often access foreign broadcasts that are now blocked in the West. Keywords: [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [russell brand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russell-brand.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), information access ### Noam Chomsky, Donald Trump, Ukraine Diplomacy - **Episode:** [1448: French Rats](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-06 - **Time:** 1:19:22–1:24:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats/chapter/noam-chomsky-donald-trump-ukraine-diplomacy.md Linguistics professor Noam Chomsky surprised observers by identifying Donald Trump as the only statesman suggesting a sensible diplomatic solution to the Ukraine crisis. Chomsky references a "Partnership for Peace" model similar to George H.W. Bush's 1990s proposals. The hosts highlight the lack of media coverage for Chomsky's endorsement of Trump's non-interventionist stance. Keywords: [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), partnership for peace ### Adam Curry and the Wikipedia Podcasting Entry Controversy - **Episode:** [1418: Homeless Apocalypse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1418-homeless-apocalypse.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-20 - **Time:** 48:47–53:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1418-homeless-apocalypse/chapter/adam-curry-and-the-wikipedia-podcasting-entry-controversy.md Adam Curry discusses his past conflict regarding the Wikipedia entry for podcasting, where he was accused by Rogers Cadenhead of editing the page to inflate his own importance. Curry explains he was unaware of the unwritten rule against editing one's own entry. The hosts critique Wikipedia's reliability and its use as a PR tool for figures like Noam Chomsky. Keywords: [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), rogers cadenhead, [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), edit wars ### Noam Chomsky on Trump and the 2020 Election - **Episode:** [1263: Flibbertigibbet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1263-flibbertigibbet.md) - **Published:** 2020-07-26 - **Time:** 1:14:44–1:17:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1263-flibbertigibbet/chapter/noam-chomsky-on-trump-and-the-2020-election.md Appearing on Democracy Now!, Noam Chomsky labels President Trump a "psychotic" dictator and claims he is personally responsible for tens of thousands of deaths. Chomsky suggests Trump may attempt to cancel the election or use military force to remain in power, calling the current situation historically unprecedented. Keywords: [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [martial law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/martial-law.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md) ### Noam Chomsky, Democracy Now Interview - **Episode:** [1233: W.H.O. CARES](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1233-w-h-o-cares.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-16 - **Time:** 3:02:01–3:05:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1233-w-h-o-cares/chapter/noam-chomsky-democracy-now-interview.md Noam Chomsky appeared on Democracy Now! to discuss the destructive nature of current U.S. policies. Chomsky described the threats to health, the environment, and the risk of nuclear war as "indescribable," though critics noted his delivery was hampered by his age and remote setup. Keywords: [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [nuclear war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-war.md), [lancet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lancet.md) ### Academic Debate on Prescriptive vs Descriptive Linguistics - **Episode:** [1188: Greta Doomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1188-greta-doomberg.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-10 - **Time:** 37:11–43:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1188-greta-doomberg/chapter/academic-debate-on-prescriptive-vs-descriptive-linguistics.md A debate is emerging between traditional prescriptive linguistics and modern descriptive approaches that view language as a constantly evolving entity. Some professors argue that criticizing speech patterns like vocal fry is rooted in misogyny or racism. Traditionalists maintain that the older generation has a civic duty to push back against linguistic shifts to maintain clarity. Keywords: [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md), [grammar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grammar.md), language evolution ### Noam Chomsky on Russiagate, Campaign Finance Reform - **Episode:** [1153: Pink Pound](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-07 - **Time:** 1:53:50–1:57:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1153-pink-pound/chapter/noam-chomsky-on-russiagate-campaign-finance-reform.md Noam Chomsky argued that the focus on Russian collusion was a "huge gift" to Donald Trump and distracted from fundamental issues. He suggested that the real threat to American democracy is the billions of dollars spent by special interests and PACs, rather than limited Russian social media spending. Keywords: [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [russiagate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russiagate.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [special interests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-interests.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md) ### Noam Chomsky, Russian Interference Skepticism - **Episode:** [998: Service Burro](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/998-service-burro.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-13 - **Time:** 23:47–25:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/998-service-burro/chapter/noam-chomsky-russian-interference-skepticism.md Intellectual Noam Chomsky reportedly characterized the narrative regarding Russian interference in U.S. elections as a "scam." The discussion transitions into Chomsky's historical political leanings, including his past stances on the Khmer Rouge, and briefly touches on the public reinvention of figures like Jane Fonda. Keywords: [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), khmer rouge, [hanoi jane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hanoi-jane.md), [political bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-bias.md) ### Executive Producer Donations and Value-for-Value Credits - **Episode:** [633: Reverse the Curse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/633-reverse-the-curse.md) - **Published:** 2014-07-10 - **Time:** 1:22:13–1:38:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/633-reverse-the-curse/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-value-for-value-credits.md A segment dedicated to acknowledging high-tier donors and executive producers, including a new knight, Sir Anthony. Topics raised in donor notes include the John Birch Society, the Paris of the Prairies (Saskatoon), and a critique of Noam Chomsky's historical stance on political violence. Keywords: [philadelphia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philadelphia.md), [minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md), [saskatoon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saskatoon.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [john birch society](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-birch-society.md), [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md) ### Glenn Greenwald Book Promotion, Noam Chomsky Influence - **Episode:** [621: Gun Extremists](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/621-gun-extremists.md) - **Published:** 2014-05-30 - **Time:** 35:43–40:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/621-gun-extremists/chapter/glenn-greenwald-book-promotion-noam-chomsky-influence.md Glenn Greenwald defended his right to profit from his reporting on Edward Snowden, citing a duty to his source to spread the message effectively through books and films. Greenwald's recent associations with Noam Chomsky are noted, with critics describing Chomsky as a "trickster" whose linguistic style is nefarious. The discussion suggests that Greenwald's political outlook has become increasingly susceptible to Chomsky's specific brand of subversion. Keywords: [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [sony pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethics.md) ### Noam Chomsky Critique, Iran Attack Buildup - **Episode:** [220: Hillary For President!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/220-hillary-for-president.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-25 - **Time:** 56:33–1:03:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/220-hillary-for-president/chapter/noam-chomsky-critique-iran-attack-buildup.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak critique Noam Chomsky's linguistic style and political history, specifically his past support for the Khmer Rouge. They play a clip of Chomsky discussing the Obama administration's buildup of "bunker buster" bombs and naval forces in the Persian Gulf in preparation for a potential attack on Iran. Keywords: [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### WikiLeaks Advisory Board and Organizational Transparency - **Episode:** [190: Haiti: Genocide By Neglect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/190-haiti-genocide-by-neglect.md) - **Published:** 2010-04-11 - **Time:** 30:57–36:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/190-haiti-genocide-by-neglect/chapter/wikileaks-advisory-board-and-organizational-transparency.md An investigation by Mother Jones reveals that several prominent figures listed as WikiLeaks advisory board members, including Noam Chomsky and Ben Laurie, claim they have no formal involvement with the organization. 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