# Pla on The No Agenda Show

Pla comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2013 to January 2026.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** June 2013 – January 2026
- **Related topics:** [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Xi Jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [Aircraft Carrier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aircraft-carrier.md), [Banking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking.md), [Bioweapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bioweapons.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [Clinton Administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-administration.md), [Confucius Institutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/confucius-institutes.md), [Corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### China Military Purge, Xi Jinping, PLA Corruption Investigation

- **Episode:** [1837: Moral Injury](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1837-moral-injury.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-25
- **Time:** 10:30–12:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1837-moral-injury/chapter/china-military-purge-xi-jinping-pla-corruption-investigation.md

President Xi Jinping consolidates control over the People's Liberation Army by placing top generals Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli under investigation for discipline violations. This move follows the expulsion of eight other generals in late 2024, leaving Xi in sole operational control of the military. Analysts suggest the purge is intended to root out graft and ensure absolute loyalty ahead of potential military action regarding Taiwan by 2027.

Keywords: [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), zhang youxia, liu zhenli, [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md)

### Chinese Warship in South Pacific, French Polynesia

- **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md)
- **Published:** 2023-01-19
- **Time:** 1:41:08–1:45:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/chinese-warship-in-south-pacific-french-polynesia.md

The French military spotted a Chinese missile destroyer near French Polynesia and New Caledonia, over 6,000 miles from its home base. Experts suggest this demonstrates the PLA Navy's growing ability to operate at long ranges, possibly utilizing new diplomatic ties in the South Pacific for refueling. Simultaneously, a Chinese aircraft carrier group was reported near Guam, a critical U.S. military and communications hub.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), warship, [south pacific](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-pacific.md), french polynesia, [guam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guam.md), pla navy

### Bioweapons Theory, PLA Virologists in U.S. Labs

- **Episode:** [1315: Food and Drunk Administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1315-food-and-drunk-administration.md)
- **Published:** 2021-01-24
- **Time:** 1:01:40–1:08:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1315-food-and-drunk-administration/chapter/bioweapons-theory-pla-virologists-in-u-s-labs.md

A theory is presented regarding the potential for mRNA technology to be used as a "binary weapon," where a vaccine primes the population for a later-released pathogen. The discussion notes that the Obama administration allowed Chinese PLA virologists to work in U.S. Army bioweapons labs, a practice that was previously illegal under the Clinton administration. This shift in policy is criticized as a threat to national security.

Keywords: [bioweapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bioweapons.md), binary weapon, [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), [clinton administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-administration.md), [obama administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama-administration.md)

### Justin Trudeau, Canadian Military Training for Chinese PLA

- **Episode:** [1303: Redneck Red Herring](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1303-redneck-red-herring.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-14
- **Time:** 16:38–20:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1303-redneck-red-herring/chapter/justin-trudeau-canadian-military-training-for-chinese-pla.md

Ezra Levant of Rebel News reports that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ordered the Canadian military to train Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) troops in cold weather warfare. Documents obtained through Freedom of Information requests suggest the Canadian government ignored warnings from the Trump administration regarding security risks. Public opinion in Canada has reportedly hardened against China following the kidnapping of two Canadian civilians.

Keywords: [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), [ezra levant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ezra-levant.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), cold weather warfare

### Visa Fraud and PLA Ties, Chinese Researchers Arrested

- **Episode:** [1262: Use Your Words!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1262-use-your-words.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-23
- **Time:** 1:05:47–1:07:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1262-use-your-words/chapter/visa-fraud-and-pla-ties-chinese-researchers-arrested.md

The FBI has charged several Chinese researchers, including individuals at UC Davis and Stanford, with visa fraud for concealing their ties to the People's Liberation Army (PLA). One researcher allegedly took refuge in the San Francisco consulate to avoid arrest. Another researcher at UCSF was instructed to copy lab layouts to replicate them in China.

Keywords: [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), [uc davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uc-davis.md), [stanford university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stanford-university.md), [visa fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/visa-fraud.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md)

### Dr. Steve Pieczenik, PLA and Uyghur Dissent Rumors

- **Episode:** [1232: GuangoCast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1232-guangocast.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-12
- **Time:** 55:39–59:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1232-guangocast/chapter/dr-steve-pieczenik-pla-and-uyghur-dissent-rumors.md

Dr. Steve Pieczenik suggests to Adam Curry that President Xi may be losing control of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and internal security services. Pieczenik claims these groups are heavily staffed by individuals from northeastern provinces who are unhappy with the economy. The theory posits that the virus outbreak might have been a "rogue op" intended as an economic hit against the West.

Keywords: [steve pieczenik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-pieczenik.md), [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [uyghurs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uyghurs.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md), rogue operation, [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md)

### Bioweapon Booby Trap Theory, Wuhan Lab Origins

- **Episode:** [1230: Avocado Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-05
- **Time:** 51:45–58:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel/chapter/bioweapon-booby-trap-theory-wuhan-lab-origins.md

A complex "booby trap" theory suggests the virus originated as an Iranian bioweapon that was intercepted and modified by Israeli and U.S. intelligence. The theory alleges that two strains—a lethal "L-strain" and an airborne "S-strain" inoculation—were created, and the Chinese accidentally released the modified version from a Wuhan lab. This narrative accounts for the specific "hot spots" in Northern Italy and New York while explaining the lack of cases in Africa and South America.

Keywords: [wuhan lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan-lab.md), [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md), [fort detrick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-detrick.md), [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), [s-strain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/s-strain.md), [l-strain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/l-strain.md)

### Confucius Institutes, Hong Kong Liquidity and National Endowment for Democracy

- **Episode:** [1170: Generational Justce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1170-generational-justce.md)
- **Published:** 2019-09-08
- **Time:** 1:39:31–1:43:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1170-generational-justce/chapter/confucius-institutes-hong-kong-liquidity-and-national-endowment-for-democracy.md

Confucius Institutes on American campuses are allegedly funded by the People's Liberation Army (PLA) to promote Chinese culture and influence. While Bannon called for shutting them down, it was noted that the U.S. National Endowment for Democracy (NED) similarly funds pro-freedom movements in Hong Kong. The current unrest in Hong Kong is also linked to massive rent increases and liquidity issues within Chinese banks operating in the territory.

Keywords: [confucius institutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/confucius-institutes.md), [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), [hong kong](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hong-kong.md), [national endowment for democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-endowment-for-democracy.md), [pope francis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-francis.md), [banking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking.md)

### People's Liberation Army Navy Nomenclature

- **Episode:** [519: Freemium Reporter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-06
- **Time:** 1:56:37–1:58:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter/chapter/people-s-liberation-army-navy-nomenclature.md

A trivia segment clarifies the official name of the Chinese naval forces as the "People's Liberation Army Navy" (PLAN). The discussion notes that the PLA oversees all branches of the Chinese military, including the air force and marines. Reference is made to the North Sea Fleet and China's first aircraft carrier, the Liaoning.

Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [pla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pla.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [aircraft carrier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aircraft-carrier.md), liaoning

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