# Palantir on The No Agenda Show Palantir comes up in 35 chapters across 32 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2013 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 35 - **Episodes:** 32 - **Discussed:** June 2013 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Alex Karp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-karp.md), [Peter Thiel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-thiel.md), [Whitney Webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitney-webb.md), [In-q-tel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-q-tel.md), [Silicon Valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [Anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [Department Of War](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-war.md), [Jd Vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jd-vance.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 35 ### World Cup Geopolitics, Peter Thiel, Argentina Relocation - **Episode:** [1887: The Stick Works](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1887-the-stick-works.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-19 - **Time:** 2:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1887-the-stick-works/chapter/world-cup-geopolitics-peter-thiel-argentina-relocation.md The discussion opens with predictions for the World Cup, focusing on the geopolitical implications of an Argentina victory and Lionel Messi's move to Florida. Peter Thiel has reportedly relocated to Argentina, leading to speculation about his motives and the potential collapse of the United States. Argentina is described as having a European atmosphere and high-quality food. Keywords: [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [argentina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argentina.md), [peter thiel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-thiel.md), messi, [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [spain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spain.md) ### Palantir Technologies, Alex Karp and Civil Liberties - **Episode:** [1885: Adult Day Care](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-12 - **Time:** 1:15:03–1:20:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care/chapter/palantir-technologies-alex-karp-and-civil-liberties.md The history and function of Palantir Technologies are examined through a 2009 interview with CEO Alex Karp. Karp argues that Palantir's "predicate-based research" protects civil liberties by creating an indisputable audit trail of how government data is used. The system was famously used to help the Dalai Lama identify cyber-infiltrators, demonstrating its ability to track specific data migration rather than casting a wide surveillance net. Keywords: [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [alex karp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-karp.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [civil liberties](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-liberties.md), [dalai lama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dalai-lama.md) ### Palantir, Alex Karp's Critique of AI Tokens - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 40:19–45:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/palantir-alex-karp-s-critique-of-ai-tokens.md Palantir CEO Alex Karp criticized the current AI industry during a CNBC interview, arguing that corporate America is seeing little value from "tokens." Karp suggested that companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are effectively taxing enterprises while potentially compromising their intellectual property. He predicted a pullback in AI spending as businesses realize the technology has been oversold. Keywords: [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [alex karp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-karp.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [andrew ross sorkin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-ross-sorkin.md), [ai bubble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-bubble.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md) ### Nvidia Partnership, Palantir's Data Sovereignty Model - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 45:55–51:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/nvidia-partnership-palantir-s-data-sovereignty-model.md Palantir has entered a direct partnership with Nvidia to allow customers to run open large language models while maintaining control over their own data and "alpha." Alex Karp argued that enterprises want to own their means of production rather than transferring data to third-party providers. He also dismissed the "safety" marketing used by AI companies as a gimmick to avoid government oversight. Keywords: [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [large language models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/large-language-models.md), data stack, [compute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compute.md), [department of war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-war.md) ### Palantir CEO Alex Karp on AI Competition and Market Stability - **Episode:** [1876: Screwball](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-11 - **Time:** 41:25–45:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball/chapter/palantir-ceo-alex-karp-on-ai-competition-and-market-stability.md Palantir CEO Alex Karp expressed skepticism regarding the ability of large language models from companies like Anthropic to replicate Palantir's enterprise-grade engineering. Karp criticized the culture of Silicon Valley and warned that a failure in the current AI hype cycle could trigger a massive market correction for tech stocks. Keywords: [alex karp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-karp.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [large language models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/large-language-models.md), [cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md) ### White House Shooting, Nasir Best, Surveillance Realities - **Episode:** [1871: Hatman](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1871-hatman.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-24 - **Time:** 59:14–1:04:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1871-hatman/chapter/white-house-shooting-nasir-best-surveillance-realities.md A suspect identified as Nasir Best was fatally shot by Secret Service agents near the White House after entering a restricted area. Despite Best having a history of mental health issues and prior interactions with law enforcement, the hosts argue this proves that government surveillance systems like Palantir and Flock cameras are not as effective as public perception suggests. They emphasize that law enforcement often fails to track known individuals despite advanced technology. Keywords: nasir best, [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), flock cameras, [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md) ### Palantir ELITE App, Medicaid Data Sharing - **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-12 - **Time:** 2:33:38–2:37:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/palantir-elite-app-medicaid-data-sharing.md ICE agents utilize a Palantir-developed app called ELITE (Enhanced Leads Identification and Targeting for Enforcement) to locate individuals for deportation. The app reportedly pulls data from HHS and Medicaid records, as well as commercial data brokers and license plate readers. Keywords: [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), elite app, [hhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hhs.md), [medicaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicaid.md), [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md) ### JD Vance, Nick Fuentes Critique and Political Shilling - **Episode:** [1829: Zoomerwaffen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-28 - **Time:** 3:40–14:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen/chapter/jd-vance-nick-fuentes-critique-and-political-shilling.md Nick Fuentes launches a multi-part critique against Vice President JD Vance, questioning his rapid political ascent and ties to Peter Thiel and Elon Musk. The analysis suggests that media figures like Tucker Carlson and organizations like Turning Point USA are prematurely crowning Vance as the 2028 Republican successor. Further scrutiny is applied to Vance's history, including his name change from Hamel and his previous "Never Trumper" stance. Keywords: [jd vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jd-vance.md), [nick fuentes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-fuentes.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [turning point usa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turning-point-usa.md), [peter thiel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-thiel.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md) ### Palantir Integration, Fiber Optic Drones in Ukraine - **Episode:** [1825: MUK-Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-14 - **Time:** 42:34–46:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra/chapter/palantir-integration-fiber-optic-drones-in-ukraine.md A source from the Department of War reveals that the U.S. military is using Palantir for advanced battlefield analytics but cannot see the internal logic of the software. In Ukraine, thousands of miles of fiber optic "strands" are being used to tether drones to defeat Russian jamming. This has created a massive cleanup problem, as the glass strands now litter the Ukrainian landscape. Keywords: [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [fiber optic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fiber-optic.md), [department of war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-war.md) ### Instagram Algorithm Changes, User Curation Tools - **Episode:** [1824: Battle Rhythm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1824-battle-rhythm.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-11 - **Time:** 10:12–12:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1824-battle-rhythm/chapter/instagram-algorithm-changes-user-curation-tools.md Instagram is rolling out new features that allow users to reset or curate their algorithms by specifying topics they want to see more or less of. The update is characterized as a data-gathering tool for Meta to build more detailed user profiles. References are made to Palantir and potential surveillance implications of these social media adjustments. Keywords: [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), [meta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meta.md), [algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md), curation, [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md) ### Market Cycles and the 2028 Economic Forecast - **Episode:** [1814: Needle Drop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1814-needle-drop.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-06 - **Time:** 2:37:52–2:42:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1814-needle-drop/chapter/market-cycles-and-the-2028-economic-forecast.md Investor Michael Burry places a $1.1 billion short bet against Nvidia and Palantir, citing inflated P/E ratios. A 20-to-40-year economic cycle theory is proposed, suggesting a potential market crash around 2028 or 2029, following the end of a second Trump term. The discussion compares the current political and economic landscape to the Reagan and Bush eras. Keywords: michael burry, [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), pe ratio, [market crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/market-crash.md) ### AI Companies Offering Free Services to Government - **Episode:** [1790: Florida Ounce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-14 - **Time:** 1:09:57–1:13:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce/chapter/ai-companies-offering-free-services-to-government.md Anthropic and OpenAI are offering free or discounted access to their AI models for government branches, including Congress and the courts. Critics argue this strategy is a form of "bribery" intended to create institutional reliance on their specific workflows before regulations are finalized. This mirrors historical tactics used by companies like Palantir to entrench themselves in federal infrastructure. Keywords: [anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [government contracts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-contracts.md), [bribery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bribery.md) ### Silicon Valley, MIT Resignations and the Epstein Connection - **Episode:** [1782: Circularity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-17 - **Time:** 25:56–30:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity/chapter/silicon-valley-mit-resignations-and-the-epstein-connection.md The tech industry's ties to Jeffrey Epstein resulted in significant fallout, including the resignation of Joey Ito from the MIT Media Lab. Prominent figures such as Bill Gates and literary agent John Brockman were associated with Epstein through various high-level meetups in locations like Monterey. Additionally, connections are drawn between the Maxwell family and early software developments that preceded companies like Palantir, raising questions about the intersection of private intelligence and Silicon Valley. Keywords: joey ito, [mit media lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit-media-lab.md), [peter thiel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-thiel.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [john brockman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brockman.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md) ### Donald Trump, AI Investment and Pentagon Defense Contracts - **Episode:** [1782: Circularity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-17 - **Time:** 30:42–35:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity/chapter/donald-trump-ai-investment-and-pentagon-defense-contracts.md President Donald Trump announced a $90 billion investment package for artificial intelligence and energy during a summit in Pittsburgh attended by 60 industry CEOs. Major firms including Blackstone, Amazon Web Services, and Google are committing funds to build AI data centers in Pennsylvania. Simultaneously, the Pentagon has awarded $200 million contracts to OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Elon Musk’s XAI to bolster national security and compete with China's technological advancements. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [blackstone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackstone.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [xai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xai.md) ### Databricks, San Francisco, and the Mosaic Software - **Episode:** [1776: Eat The Dog Food](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1776-eat-the-dog-food.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-26 - **Time:** 1:42:10–1:45:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1776-eat-the-dog-food/chapter/databricks-san-francisco-and-the-mosaic-software.md A report from a Databricks employee highlights the poor state of San Francisco, noting that the city was only "cleaned up" temporarily for a major tech conference. The discussion also clarifies a misconception regarding "Mosaic" software; while some independent researchers linked it to Palantir, it was actually acquired by Databricks in 2023. Keywords: databricks, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [mosaic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mosaic.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [whitney webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitney-webb.md) ### Rachel Blevins, Sarah Bills, Palantir Mosaic AI - **Episode:** [1775: Boomer Benefits](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1775-boomer-benefits.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-22 - **Time:** 9:08–14:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1775-boomer-benefits/chapter/rachel-blevins-sarah-bills-palantir-mosaic-ai.md Rachel Blevins and Sarah Bills of DDGeopolitics discuss the use of Palantir's Mosaic AI platform by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to monitor Iran. The report claims the software mapped data points to signal that Iran was closer to a nuclear weapon than previously thought. The analysis draws parallels between current intelligence claims and the weapons of mass destruction narrative used prior to the Iraq War. Keywords: rachel blevins, sarah bills, ddgeopolitics, [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), mosaic ai, [whitney webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitney-webb.md), [iaea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iaea.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md) ### Podcast Apps, Decentralization and Listener Trust - **Episode:** [1772: Op Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1772-op-day.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-12 - **Time:** 2:15:05–2:24:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1772-op-day/chapter/podcast-apps-decentralization-and-listener-trust.md The importance of decentralized podcasting apps is highlighted following recent technical outages. While some listeners express distrust over "boots on the ground" reports from sources linked to companies like Palantir, the hosts maintain that their platform remains open to all perspectives. The discussion touches on the "disturbance in the force" felt by long-time listeners as the show's focus shifts toward different geopolitical and spiritual themes. Keywords: [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [decentralization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/decentralization.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [whitney webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitney-webb.md) ### Palantir, Alex Karp, Federal Data Integration Project - **Episode:** [1770: Control Grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-05 - **Time:** 11:08–16:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid/chapter/palantir-alex-karp-federal-data-integration-project.md Palantir Technologies, led by CEO Alex Karp, received over $113 million in federal contracts to deploy its Foundry platform across multiple agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security and the Pentagon. An anonymous insider from the company clarified that Palantir provides a platform for agencies to analyze their own data rather than scraping private citizen information for foreign intelligence. The project aims to fix the government's fragmented data infrastructure to reduce Social Security and tax fraud. Keywords: [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [alex karp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-karp.md), foundry, [department of homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-homeland-security.md), data integration, anti-money laundering ### SpaceX and Defense as a Service (DaaS) - **Episode:** [1757: Word Veto](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-20 - **Time:** 1:04:35–1:07:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto/chapter/spacex-and-defense-as-a-service-daas.md SpaceX, in partnership with Palantir and Anduril, is bidding to build the "Golden Dome" missile defense system using a satellite-based shield. The proposal introduces a "subscription model" for national defense, referred to by the hosts as "Defense as a Service" (DaaS). This model would involve the Pentagon paying for access to a satellite network equipped with tracking and directed energy weapons rather than owning the hardware outright. Keywords: [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), anduril, [golden dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-dome.md), [missile defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missile-defense.md) ### Palantir CEO Alex Karp and Western Technology in War - **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-05 - **Time:** 1:02:12–1:06:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/palantir-ceo-alex-karp-and-western-technology-in-war.md Palantir CEO Alex Karp has publicly advocated for the use of superior Western technology to assist Ukraine in defeating Russia. 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