# Open Society Foundations on The No Agenda Show Open Society Foundations comes up in 16 chapters across 15 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2015 to October 2025. - **Chapters:** 16 - **Episodes:** 15 - **Discussed:** July 2015 – October 2025 - **Related topics:** [George Soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [Ford Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-foundation.md), [Open Society Institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-institute.md), [Usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [Alicia Garza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alicia-garza.md), [Hungary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hungary.md), [990 Forms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/990-forms.md), [Abortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abortion.md), [Alex Soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-soros.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md) ## Chapters 1–16 of 16 ### Antifa Terrorist Designation, Foreign Funding Investigation - **Episode:** [1806: Gray Zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1806-gray-zone.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-09 - **Time:** 1:37:40–1:43:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1806-gray-zone/chapter/antifa-terrorist-designation-foreign-funding-investigation.md President Trump hosted a White House roundtable focused on Antifa, which he has designated as a domestic terrorist organization. The administration is vowing to "follow the money" to identify the funders of organized protests, with Trump suggesting a potential designation of Antifa's international arm as a foreign terrorist organization. Independent journalists shared experiences of being attacked by activists in cities like Portland. Keywords: [antifa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antifa.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), iris tao, nick sorter, [open society foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundation.md) ### USAID Hungary Scandal, George Soros Open Society Foundations - **Episode:** [1773: Two Beards](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1773-two-beards.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-15 - **Time:** 1:14:20–1:17:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1773-two-beards/chapter/usaid-hungary-scandal-george-soros-open-society-foundations.md The Hungarian government announced a documentary exposing a scandal involving USAID and George Soros' Open Society Foundations. The film alleges that millions of dollars were funneled into ideological movements in Hungary to promote liberal agendas regarding migration and gender. The hosts discuss the institutional momentum of the Open Society Institute, suggesting it operates as a self-sustaining infrastructure regardless of Soros' personal involvement. Keywords: [hungary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hungary.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [viktor orban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viktor-orban.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society foundations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundations.md) ### Lara Logan on South African Land Seizures - **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-30 - **Time:** 3:13:02–3:15:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/lara-logan-on-south-african-land-seizures.md Journalist Lara Logan reported on the racial elements of the South African riots, noting that the Indian community near Durban has been specifically targeted. She highlighted the role of former US Ambassador Patrick Gaspard, who later became president of George Soros' Open Society Foundation, in encouraging land seizures from white farmers. Logan argues these policies are starving the population. Keywords: [lara logan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lara-logan.md), [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundation.md), [land reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/land-reform.md) ### Soros Empire Transition, Alex Soros and Open Society - **Episode:** [1564: Zombie Town](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-15 - **Time:** 1:04:13–1:06:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town/chapter/soros-empire-transition-alex-soros-and-open-society.md George Soros hands control of his $25 billion empire to his 37-year-old son, Alex Soros. Alex describes himself as "more political" than his father and plans to focus heavily on U.S. domestic issues, including voting rights, abortion, and gender equality. He explicitly states his intention to campaign against Donald Trump's re-election. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [alex soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-soros.md), [open society foundations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundations.md), [voting rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting-rights.md), [abortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abortion.md), [hungary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hungary.md) ### Tucker Carlson and the George Soros Dog Whistle - **Episode:** [1543: Buffalo Feathers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1543-buffalo-feathers.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-02 - **Time:** 1:07:03–1:10:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1543-buffalo-feathers/chapter/tucker-carlson-and-the-george-soros-dog-whistle.md Media analysis continues to focus on the "dog whistle" narrative regarding George Soros's funding of progressive prosecutors. While PBS and other outlets label any mention of Soros as anti-Semitic, others point to the documented financial support provided by Soros's Open Society Foundations to groups that backed Alvin Bragg's campaign. Keywords: [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [alvin bragg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alvin-bragg.md), [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), [open society foundations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundations.md) ### NGOs and Money Laundering Allegations in Ukraine - **Episode:** [1508: 2022 Best of End of Show Mixes Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-01 - **Time:** 1:46:56–1:47:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special/chapter/ngos-and-money-laundering-allegations-in-ukraine.md Critics allege that organizations like the Open Society Foundation and various NGOs are using taxpayer dollars through USAID to fund radical agendas and launder money in Ukraine. The segment claims these groups run policy through U.S. embassies and operate with a "nefarious agenda" that is not truly charitable. The discussion warns against being led blindly into a war driven by these interests. Keywords: [ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [open society foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundation.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [money laundering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/money-laundering.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md) ### George Soros, Davos Dinner, Open Society Foundations - **Episode:** [1455: Systemic Rivals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-29 - **Time:** 46:03–50:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals/chapter/george-soros-davos-dinner-open-society-foundations.md George Soros hosted his traditional dinner at the World Economic Forum, an event attended by global news elites and journalists. Observers noted the highly controlled nature of the Q&A session, where Soros utilized a specialized microphone system and assistants to manage his interactions with the audience. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [open society foundations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundations.md), [world economic forum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-economic-forum.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [elites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elites.md) ### Metaverse Sexual Assault, SumOfUs, ESG Funding - **Episode:** [1455: Systemic Rivals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-29 - **Time:** 1:49:21–1:54:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals/chapter/metaverse-sexual-assault-sumofus-esg-funding.md Reports of sexual assault in the Metaverse are being used by the nonprofit advocacy group SumOfUs to demand corporate accountability and ESG reforms at Facebook. Financial records reveal that SumOfUs is funded by the Tides Foundation and the Open Society Foundations, suggesting a coordinated effort to bring ESG controls into virtual spaces. Keywords: [metaverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metaverse.md), sumofus, [esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [open society foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundation.md), [tides foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tides-foundation.md) ### Center for Humane Technology, Social Media Regulation - **Episode:** [1388: Sandwich Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation.md) - **Published:** 2021-10-07 - **Time:** 21:09–27:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation/chapter/center-for-humane-technology-social-media-regulation.md The Center for Humane Technology, funded by the Open Society Institute and the Ford Foundation, is identified as a primary driver behind the push for social media regulation. The hosts argue that the ultimate goal is to remove Section 230 protections for algorithmic feeds to enforce centralized content moderation. Keywords: [tristan harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tristan-harris.md), [open society institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-institute.md), [ford foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-foundation.md), [section 230](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/section-230.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md) ### Funding Trails of Black Lives Matter Organizations - **Episode:** [1263: Flibbertigibbet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1263-flibbertigibbet.md) - **Published:** 2020-07-26 - **Time:** 1:28:36–1:32:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1263-flibbertigibbet/chapter/funding-trails-of-black-lives-matter-organizations.md An investigation into the financial backing of BLM co-founder Alicia Garza reveals millions of dollars in support from major philanthropic entities. Donors include the Ford Foundation, George Soros's Open Society Foundation, and the Kellogg Foundation, funding various fiscal sponsorships and organizer training programs. Keywords: [alicia garza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alicia-garza.md), [ford foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-foundation.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundation.md), [rockefeller foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rockefeller-foundation.md) ### George Soros, Somali Immigrants in Minneapolis Riots - **Episode:** [1247: Masks are Love](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1247-masks-are-love.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-04 - **Time:** 3:28–8:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1247-masks-are-love/chapter/george-soros-somali-immigrants-in-minneapolis-riots.md George Soros and his funded organizations are accused of coordinating unrest in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd. Somali immigrant populations in the "Little Mogadishu" area are identified as primary participants in the looting and violence, distinct from the local African American community. Representative Ilhan Omar is alleged to be complicit by supporting various small non-profits funded by the Open Society Institute to organize these protests. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [somali](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somali.md), [minneapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minneapolis.md), [ilhan omar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ilhan-omar.md), [black lives matter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-lives-matter.md), [open society foundations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundations.md) ### George Soros, Open Society Foundations and Philanthropic Funding - **Episode:** [974: iPoop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/974-ipoop.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-19 - **Time:** 59:22–1:04:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/974-ipoop/chapter/george-soros-open-society-foundations-and-philanthropic-funding.md George Soros reportedly transferred $18 billion to his Open Society Foundations, a move that the hosts analyze through the lens of political influence and tax-exempt non-profit structures. The discussion touches on how small organizations receive funding through complex philanthropic networks. Soros's background as a hedge fund manager is cited as the foundation for his strategic approach to social and political investment. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society foundations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundations.md), [hedge funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hedge-funds.md), [non-profits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/non-profits.md), [investment strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investment-strategy.md) ### Immigrant Liberation Movement, George Soros Funding - **Episode:** [967: dotard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-24 - **Time:** 18:45–25:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/immigrant-liberation-movement-george-soros-funding.md Research into the groups protesting Nancy Pelosi reveals a network of organizations including Pangea Legal Services and the Immigrant Liberation Movement. Financial records indicate these activist groups receive significant funding from the Open Society Institute, the Ford Foundation, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society institute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-institute.md), pangea legal services, maldef, [ford foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-foundation.md) ### George Soros Open Society Foundation Data Leak - **Episode:** [852: Sorocracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/852-sorocracy.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-18 - **Time:** 14:55–21:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/852-sorocracy/chapter/george-soros-open-society-foundation-data-leak.md Hackers leaked over 2,000 documents from George Soros' Open Society Foundations, revealing efforts to influence political processes in Europe and Russia. Reports from Russia Today (RT) suggest Soros coordinates closely with USAID and has direct access to top U.S. policymakers like Hillary Clinton. The documents detail funding for local advocacy groups and journalists to foster specific political debates across 16 countries. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundation.md), [russia today](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia-today.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) ### George Soros Banned in Russia and British Bombing in Syria - **Episode:** [778: Long Gun](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/778-long-gun.md) - **Published:** 2015-12-03 - **Time:** 2:47:25–2:49:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/778-long-gun/chapter/george-soros-banned-in-russia-and-british-bombing-in-syria.md Russia officially bans George Soros and his Open Society Foundations under its "undesirables" law. Meanwhile, the British Parliament votes to authorize airstrikes in Syria, with four Tornado jets immediately taking off from Cyprus to conduct strikes. The hosts note the media's "plug" for high-precision Brimstone missiles during the reporting of the event. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [open society foundations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-society-foundations.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), [david cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-cameron.md), brimstone missiles ### George Soros Funding of Black Lives Matter - **Episode:** [742: A.Q. in the Maghrim](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/742-a-q-in-the-maghrim.md) - **Published:** 2015-07-26 - **Time:** 31:59–36:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/742-a-q-in-the-maghrim/chapter/george-soros-funding-of-black-lives-matter.md An investigation into the financial backing of the Black Lives Matter movement reveals links to George Soros. 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