# Parents on The No Agenda Show Parents comes up in 167 chapters across 154 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2008 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 167 - **Episodes:** 154 - **Discussed:** May 2008 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [Parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [Parental Rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parental-rights.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [Millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [Gender Transition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-transition.md), [Screen Time](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screen-time.md), [Texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [Family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 167 ### Parental Controls and Social Media Restrictions for Minors - **Episode:** [1905: Nerdballs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-20 - **Time:** 1:14:10–1:17:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs/chapter/parental-controls-and-social-media-restrictions-for-minors.md Jason Calacanis details his strict household rules for technology, including no social media until age 16 and active monitoring of address books and app usage. He advocates for a national ban on social media for minors under 16, though he acknowledges the privacy challenges of implementing digital IDs. Adam Curry and Calacanis discuss the importance of "parental authority" in protecting children from online grooming and predatory behavior. Keywords: [ios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ios.md), [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), parental controls, [digital id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-id.md), [grooming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grooming.md), [revenge porn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenge-porn.md) ### Free-Range Parenting, Virginia Legal Battle - **Episode:** [1901: Neighbor Narcs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-06 - **Time:** 1:44:49–1:51:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs/chapter/free-range-parenting-virginia-legal-battle.md Carrie Ann Parkinson was sentenced to a suspended six-month jail term and seven years on a child abuse registry for allowing her five-year-old son to walk half a mile alone in a gated community. Despite Virginia passing a "free-range parenting" law in 2023 under Governor Glenn Youngkin, police prosecuted her for "contributing to the delinquency of a minor." The hosts criticize "neighbor narcs" and the overreach of Child Protective Services in criminalizing parental discretion. Keywords: carrie ann parkinson, [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), free-range parenting, [cps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cps.md), child neglect ### Adam Curry Grandfather Status, Family Anecdotes, Birthday Celebration - **Episode:** [1900: Trust The Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-03 - **Time:** 3:12–7:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan/chapter/adam-curry-grandfather-status-family-anecdotes-birthday-celebration.md Adam Curry discusses his recent transition to "grandpop" status following the birth of his granddaughter, Cleo. He describes spending his 62nd birthday in Rotterdam helping family members with household organization and childcare. The conversation includes anecdotes about family naming traditions for grandparents and the physical demands of holding a newborn. 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Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [parental rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parental-rights.md) ### California Medical Privacy, MyChart and Parental Rights - **Episode:** [1891: We Need Memes!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-02 - **Time:** 2:13:19–2:18:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes/chapter/california-medical-privacy-mychart-and-parental-rights.md A viral recording features a California mother being told by a medical office that she will lose access to her 12-year-old daughter's "MyChart" portal due to state privacy laws. The hosts link this policy to legislation sponsored by Scott Weiner, which allows minors to seek certain medical treatments, including gender-related procedures, without parental consent or notification. They warn that the state is effectively "calling the shots" for families. Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), mychart, [scott weiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-weiner.md), [parental rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parental-rights.md), [medical privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-privacy.md), [gender transition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-transition.md), [minors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minors.md) ### Father's Day and the "War on Men" in Media - **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-21 - **Time:** 2:05:38–2:10:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/father-s-day-and-the-war-on-men-in-media.md A critique of modern media's portrayal of fathers argues that dads are consistently depicted as "blithering buffoons" or doofuses in commercials and sitcoms. This cultural shift is described as a "war on men" that devalues the importance of fatherhood. The hosts share personal anecdotes about the lack of recognition for Father's Day compared to Mother's Day, emphasizing the need for men to support and lift each other up. Keywords: [father's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/father-s-day.md), [masculinity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/masculinity.md), [media tropes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-tropes.md), buffoons, [culture war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/culture-war.md), [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md) ### Father's Day Tributes and Minnesota Hair Studio - **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-21 - **Time:** 2:29:12–2:34:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/father-s-day-tributes-and-minnesota-hair-studio.md Eli the Coffee Guy pays tribute to his father and late stepdad, promoting Gigawatt Coffee Roasters as a gift for "real men." Amy Lynn from Cold Spring, Minnesota, sends a donation for her husband and promotes her "Refreshed Hair Studio" in Waite Park. These personal notes emphasize the theme of family and the hard work of parenting, particularly during the teenage years. Keywords: [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), [minnesota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minnesota.md), [father's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/father-s-day.md), stepdads, hairstylist, [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md) ### New York Gender-Neutral Parentage Legislation - **Episode:** [1876: Screwball](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-11 - **Time:** 1:55:24–1:57:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball/chapter/new-york-gender-neutral-parentage-legislation.md New York Democrats have passed legislation to replace the terms "mother" and "father" with "gestating parent" and "non-gestating parent" in state law. The bill, awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul's signature, aims to make family court and education laws more inclusive, though critics mock the linguistic shift. Keywords: [kathy hochul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathy-hochul.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), gestating parent, [gender neutral](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-neutral.md), [family court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family-court.md), [legislation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legislation.md) ### Parental Accountability, Historical Gang Rumbles - **Episode:** [1872: Lunar Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-28 - **Time:** 26:25–31:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/parental-accountability-historical-gang-rumbles.md Chicago officials propose charging parents of minors arrested during teen takeovers with contributing to the delinquency of a minor, a misdemeanor carrying potential jail time. The hosts compare modern "takeovers" to historical gang "rumbles" at the Alameda County Fair in the 1960s. They argue that while the behavior isn't new, social media has amplified the scale and visibility of these events. Keywords: [parental liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parental-liability.md), delinquency of a minor, [alameda county fair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alameda-county-fair.md), gangs of new york, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) ### Parental Liability Laws, Judge Jeanine Pirro, DC Curfew - **Episode:** [1869: Trollery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1869-trollery.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-17 - **Time:** 1:05:42–1:09:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1869-trollery/chapter/parental-liability-laws-judge-jeanine-pirro-dc-curfew.md Judge Jeanine Pirro, acting as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, announced a new policy to aggressively prosecute parents for the delinquent acts of their children. Under DC Code 22-811, parents can face up to six months in prison if they fail to supervise minors who skip school or participate in civil unrest. The move represents a significant shift in legal responsibility, moving away from traditional biblical and common law standards that separate the actions of parents and children. Keywords: [jeanine pirro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeanine-pirro.md), district of columbia, [parental liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parental-liability.md), [curfew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curfew.md), delinquency ### British Columbia Boots on the Ground, SOGI 123 - **Episode:** [1843: Token Muncher](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-15 - **Time:** 2:00:23–2:03:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher/chapter/british-columbia-boots-on-the-ground-sogi-123.md A "boots on the ground" report from an electrician in Dawson Creek, BC, details the prevalence of "SOGI 123," a government program for sexual orientation and gender identity in schools. The donor describes a male teacher who wears dresses and expresses concern over the erosion of parental rights in Canada. The note also references the Roblox simulator linked to the Tumbler Ridge shooter. 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The segment concludes with their daughter questioning if being on the "right side of history" meant they were "on the left." Keywords: [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), molly mcnearney, [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [indoctrination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indoctrination.md), right side of history ### Six-Seven Slang Trend and Parental Annoyance Tactics - **Episode:** [1809: Tomahawk Turnaround](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-19 - **Time:** 1:21:34–1:29:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround/chapter/six-seven-slang-trend-and-parental-annoyance-tactics.md A new slang trend involving the numbers "6-7" has gone viral on TikTok, originating from a rap song by Skrilla. Teachers and parents report that the phrase is used primarily to confuse and annoy adults, as it has no inherent meaning. The segment compares this to previous generational slang like "skibidi" and "ohio," noting that modern youth trends are increasingly designed as a form of disrespectful annoyance toward authority figures. Keywords: six-seven, [slang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slang.md), [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), savannah sellers, skrilla, [brain rot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brain-rot.md), [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md) ### CDC Agency Status, School Vaccine Mandates - **Episode:** [1795: Dead Feathered](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1795-dead-feathered.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-31 - **Time:** 44:53–48:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1795-dead-feathered/chapter/cdc-agency-status-school-vaccine-mandates.md A debate ensues regarding whether the CDC is technically a federal agency or a department, noting its unique location in Atlanta rather than Washington D.C. Dr. Besser argued that ending vaccine mandates for schools is a "major step backwards" that endangers children for whom vaccines do not work. The hosts counter that the establishment's insistence on mandates contradicts the claim that vaccines provide individual protection. 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A listener's letter highlights how Gen Z is rediscovering the value of trade skills like welding and practical financial education over traditional algebra. 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The contributor argues that parents should create their own stories for children rather than relying on "garbage" AI-generated content or modern digital distractions. Keywords: [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [literacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/literacy.md), ai books, [sesame street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sesame-street.md), [screen time](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screen-time.md) ### ChatGPT Bedtime Stories, Parental Screen Dependency - **Episode:** [1787: O.G. Daffy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1787-o-g-daffy.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-03 - **Time:** 31:45–34:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1787-o-g-daffy/chapter/chatgpt-bedtime-stories-parental-screen-dependency.md A trending "parenting hack" involves using ChatGPT to generate moral-themed bedtime stories for children to solve behavioral issues like tooth brushing. This practice is criticized as a symptom of parental screen dependency, where digital tools replace traditional storytelling and human interaction. The observation is made that children in restaurants are increasingly laser-focused on tablets rather than engaging with their environment. 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