# Oecd on The No Agenda Show Oecd comes up in 13 chapters across 13 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2009 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 13 - **Episodes:** 13 - **Discussed:** April 2009 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Antidepressants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antidepressants.md), [European Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [Iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [Anish Chopra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anish-chopra.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [Brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Carbon Tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-tax.md), [Chatgpt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatgpt.md) ## Chapters 1–13 of 13 ### AI Job Displacement Fears and Historical Technology Trends - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 31:09–34:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/ai-job-displacement-fears-and-historical-technology-trends.md A report from The Economist suggests that fears of an "AI jobs apocalypse" are historically unfounded, noting that white-collar employment in the U.S. has grown by 3 million since the launch of ChatGPT. The analysis compares current AI anxiety to the introduction of the computer and the automated telephone switchboard, arguing that technology typically creates more new occupations than it destroys. Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), [chatgpt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatgpt.md), [the economist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-economist.md), [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md) ### Canada-US Trade Tensions and the McKinley Tariff Playbook - **Episode:** [1899: Asymmetric Intimacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-30 - **Time:** 52:09–58:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy/chapter/canada-us-trade-tensions-and-the-mckinley-tariff-playbook.md Former Canadian Finance Minister Christia Freeland discusses the breakdown of trade talks with the U.S., citing "extreme demands" regarding Canadian sovereignty. Media clips compare Trump's aggressive trade stance to the 1890 McKinley tariffs, which were intended to pressure Canada toward annexation. Data is presented showing Canada's GDP growth lagging significantly behind other OECD nations. Keywords: christia freeland, [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [william mckinley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-mckinley.md), gdp growth ### UN Global Tax Framework and COP28 Climate Finance - **Episode:** [1612: Global Donut](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-06 - **Time:** 1:36:33–1:40:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut/chapter/un-global-tax-framework-and-cop28-climate-finance.md A UN resolution led by African states aims to move global tax rule-making from the OECD to the United Nations. Simultaneously, at COP28, discussions focus on "climate finance," with estimates suggesting $1 trillion to $2.4 trillion is needed annually for developing nations. The hosts interpret this as a move toward a global carbon tax managed by the UN. Keywords: [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), tax justice network, [cop28](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop28.md), [climate finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-finance.md), [carbon tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-tax.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md) ### European Antidepressant Consumption, Iceland Usage Spike - **Episode:** [1503: Strung Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-13 - **Time:** 17:10–23:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out/chapter/european-antidepressant-consumption-iceland-usage-spike.md An OECD study on antidepressant consumption across Europe reveals significant increases in drug usage following pandemic lockdowns. Iceland currently holds the top spot for consumption, while the UK and Sweden also show high rates, which the hosts speculate may be linked to economic stress or social crises. Keywords: [antidepressants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antidepressants.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), [iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md) ### Global Antidepressant Usage and Korean Energy Drinks - **Episode:** [892: Foot Stomp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/892-foot-stomp.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-08 - **Time:** 1:25:27–1:28:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/892-foot-stomp/chapter/global-antidepressant-usage-and-korean-energy-drinks.md New OECD data reveals that the United States leads the world in antidepressant usage, with 110 users per 1,000 people, followed closely by Iceland. In contrast, South Korea has the lowest usage at 13 per 1,000. The hosts attribute Korea's low depression rates to the ubiquitous consumption of small energy drinks, such as those found at "Hankook" supermarkets, which they describe as tasting better than Western versions and containing different active ingredients. Keywords: [antidepressants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antidepressants.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), [iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [energy drinks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-drinks.md), taurine ### Brexit Tax Rhetoric and OECD Economic Warnings - **Episode:** [820: Pre-Spousal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal.md) - **Published:** 2016-04-28 - **Time:** 23:47–27:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal/chapter/brexit-tax-rhetoric-and-oecd-economic-warnings.md OECD Chief Angel Gurria delivered a lecture in London describing a potential "Brexit Tax," arguing that leaving the European Union would act as a pure deadweight loss for UK citizens. This rhetoric is identified as a public relations effort designed to scare voters into remaining within the EU. Keywords: [brexit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brexit.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), angel gurria, [london](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/london.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [referendum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/referendum.md), [taxation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxation.md) ### OECD Education Rankings, Stanford Study, Denialist Moniker - **Episode:** [602: twitter mwitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/602-twitter-mwitter.md) - **Published:** 2014-04-05 - **Time:** 45:46–48:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/602-twitter-mwitter/chapter/oecd-education-rankings-stanford-study-denialist-moniker.md The host challenged the narrative that American students are failing in math compared to China, citing a Stanford study that refutes the OECD rankings. The segment also discusses the term "denialist" as a label used by administration supporters to dismiss dissenting views. Keywords: [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), [stanford university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stanford-university.md), [math scores](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/math-scores.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), denialist ### OECD Skills Outlook 2013, Adult Education Policy - **Episode:** [555: Grays+Monkeys=Humans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-10 - **Time:** 1:43:15–1:57:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans/chapter/oecd-skills-outlook-2013-adult-education-policy.md The OECD released a 466-page report titled "Skills Outlook 2013," which assesses the literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills of adults globally. The hosts argue the report is being used to justify "Common Core" and to prepare the workforce for a future of low-level "information processing" and data entry. They suggest the OECD acts as a New World Order think tank setting global education and tax policies. Keywords: [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), skills outlook, [literacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/literacy.md), numeracy, information processing ### European Student Protests, Education Cuts and Youth Unemployment - **Episode:** [464: Iron Key](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-25 - **Time:** 2:09:36–2:13:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/464-iron-key/chapter/european-student-protests-education-cuts-and-youth-unemployment.md Teachers and students in Rome are protesting significant cuts to the Italian education budget and a bill that would allow schools to seek private funding. With youth unemployment in Italy at 35%, the hosts suggest students are protesting to stay in the education system longer to avoid a jobless market. Similar unrest is noted in the UK and Quebec regarding tuition hikes and the commercialization of universities. Keywords: [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [rome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rome.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), [youth unemployment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youth-unemployment.md), [student protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protests.md), [privatization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privatization.md) ### European Labor Statistics and Class Warfare - **Episode:** [393: Throwing Yogurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/393-throwing-yogurt.md) - **Published:** 2012-03-22 - **Time:** 1:32:38–1:36:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/393-throwing-yogurt/chapter/european-labor-statistics-and-class-warfare.md OECD data reveals that Greek workers log more annual hours (2,017) than any other European population, contradicting the "lazy Greek" stereotype. In contrast, workers in the Netherlands and Germany log the fewest hours. The analysis suggests that the Eurozone crisis is being used as a tool for "class warfare" to strip away social and political gains from the working class across Europe. Keywords: [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), labor hours, [class warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/class-warfare.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md) ### Anish Chopra and Internet Policy Principles - **Episode:** [377: Cleanest Dirty Shirt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt.md) - **Published:** 2012-01-26 - **Time:** 1:53:57–1:58:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/377-cleanest-dirty-shirt/chapter/anish-chopra-and-internet-policy-principles.md Anish Chopra, the U.S. Chief Technology Officer, is criticized for using corporate buzzwords to describe "internet policy principles." The hosts link Chopra to Vivek Kundra and discuss their history in Washington D.C. and Virginia government. They argue that the administration's "voluntary" industry standards are a move toward greater government control over the internet economy. Keywords: [anish chopra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anish-chopra.md), [vivek kundra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivek-kundra.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md), internet policy ### Christine Lagarde and the IMF Leadership Race - **Episode:** [309: Syria Be Next](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/309-syria-be-next.md) - **Published:** 2011-06-02 - **Time:** 43:23–47:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/309-syria-be-next/chapter/christine-lagarde-and-the-imf-leadership-race.md Hillary Clinton signals unofficial support for Christine Lagarde to lead the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The hosts discuss the political maneuvering behind the IMF leadership following the departure of Dominique Strauss-Kahn and Lagarde's ties to a Chicago law firm. Keywords: [christine lagarde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christine-lagarde.md), [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [oecd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oecd.md) ### G20 Summit, Tax Haven Blacklist - **Episode:** [89: Nuke the Gay Pirates](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/89-nuke-the-gay-pirates.md) - **Published:** 2009-04-16 - **Time:** 41:02–43:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/89-nuke-the-gay-pirates/chapter/g20-summit-tax-haven-blacklist.md Following the G20 summit in London, the OECD published a "blacklist" of international tax havens that was notably empty. 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