# Pod Save America on The No Agenda Show Pod Save America comes up in 16 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2017 to May 2026. - **Chapters:** 16 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** September 2017 – May 2026 - **Related topics:** [2028 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2028-election.md), [Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Gavin Newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [Hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [Podcast Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-advertising.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ## Chapters 1–16 of 16 ### Pod Save America, Democrat Turmoil, and General Besant - **Episode:** [1873: Supercycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1873-supercycle.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-31 - **Time:** 1:26:09–1:28:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1873-supercycle/chapter/pod-save-america-democrat-turmoil-and-general-besant.md Former Obama speechwriters on the Pod Save America podcast expressed outrage over being "gaslighted" by the Biden administration regarding the President's health and debate performance. The internal party turmoil is predicted to impact the Democrats in the 2028 election. General Besant's recent keynote address is mentioned as a contrast, focusing on Reagan-era accountability and moving forward. Keywords: [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [jill biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-biden.md), general besant, [2028 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2028-election.md) ### Gavin Newsom, Sean Ryan Interview and Podcasting Strategy - **Episode:** [1782: Circularity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-17 - **Time:** 4:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity/chapter/gavin-newsom-sean-ryan-interview-and-podcasting-strategy.md Gavin Newsom is reportedly positioning himself for a potential 2028 presidential run or a media career by appearing on long-form podcasts like the Sean Ryan Show and Pod Save America. Critics observe that Newsom is practicing the long-form format to compete with figures like Joe Rogan, though his current YouTube viewership numbers remain relatively low at approximately 40,000 views. Observations of his physical mannerisms during these interviews suggest he may be struggling with the transition to video-centric digital media. Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [sean ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-ryan.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [2028 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2028-election.md) ### Kamala Harris Campaign Post-Mortem, Media Strategy - **Episode:** [1716: Silver Buckshot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1716-silver-buckshot.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-28 - **Time:** 1:06:31–1:11:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1716-silver-buckshot/chapter/kamala-harris-campaign-post-mortem-media-strategy.md Jen O'Malley Dillon, chair of the Harris campaign, appears on "Pod Save America" to discuss the election loss. She blames the media for focusing on "processy" questions and creating a narrative that Harris was avoiding interviews. The hosts deconstruct these claims, noting that Harris's limited media appearances were often seen as unsuccessful or overly controlled. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), jen o'malley dillon, [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [brett baier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brett-baier.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md) ### Gavin Newsom, "Blitz Primary" and 2028 Ambitions - **Episode:** [1689: Unhappy Newcomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-25 - **Time:** 46:08–50:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1689-unhappy-newcomer/chapter/gavin-newsom-blitz-primary-and-2028-ambitions.md California Governor Gavin Newsom's media appearances are analyzed as subtle attempts to undermine Kamala Harris's presidential prospects to clear his own path for 2028. During an interview with Bret Baier and a podcast appearance on Pod Save America, Newsom joked about the "bottom-up" process that replaced Joe Biden with Harris. Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [bret baier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bret-baier.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [2028 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2028-election.md) ### Media Industry Trends, Crooked Media Union Contract - **Episode:** [1687: Authentified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1687-authentified.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-18 - **Time:** 1:30:46–1:36:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1687-authentified/chapter/media-industry-trends-crooked-media-union-contract.md Paramount Television Studios is shutting down, and Tubi is reportedly facing a 50% drop in ad revenue, signaling a recession in the media sector. Meanwhile, Crooked Media (Pod Save America) signed a generous contract with the Writers Guild of America East, featuring $80,000 starting salaries and 49 days of paid time off. The sustainability of such high overhead in the podcasting industry is questioned. Keywords: [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), tubi, [crooked media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crooked-media.md), [writers guild](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/writers-guild.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md) ### Team Obama vs Biden, David Axelrod and George Clooney Coordination - **Episode:** [1676: Douche Mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile.md) - **Published:** 2024-07-11 - **Time:** 18:04–24:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile/chapter/team-obama-vs-biden-david-axelrod-and-george-clooney-coordination.md Evidence suggests a coordinated effort by "Team Obama," including David Axelrod and Jon Favreau, to pressure President Biden to withdraw. George Clooney's op-ed is believed by some to have been approved by Obama. The discussion highlights a rift between the Obama camp and the Wall Street interests currently influencing the Biden administration. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [george clooney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-clooney.md), [jon favreau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-favreau.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md) ### AOC Interview and Democratic Party Generations - **Episode:** [1498: Junk Fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-30 - **Time:** 1:15:14–1:17:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees/chapter/aoc-interview-and-democratic-party-generations.md Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez appeared on the Pod Save America podcast, discussing the generational divide within the Democratic Party leadership. She noted that the party's top leaders, including Joe Biden and Nancy Pelosi, belong to the Silent Generation, while the rest of the leadership is dominated by Boomers. Keywords: [alexandria ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md), [boomers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boomers.md), [silent generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silent-generation.md) ### Barack Obama Midterm Warning, Election Certification Concerns - **Episode:** [1495: Soft Nuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1495-soft-nuts.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-16 - **Time:** 1:09:47–1:12:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1495-soft-nuts/chapter/barack-obama-midterm-warning-election-certification-concerns.md Former President Barack Obama appeared on the "Pod Save America" podcast to emphasize the importance of down-ballot races in the upcoming midterms. Obama warned that Republican efforts to install sympathetic Secretaries of State and local officials could lead to "monkey business" during the certification of future presidential elections. He urged Democratic voters to focus on state legislative and gubernatorial contests. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), election certification, [voting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voting.md) ### "Pod Save America," Amy Coney Barrett and Bodily Autonomy - **Episode:** [1405: No Shields, No Deals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals.md) - **Published:** 2021-12-06 - **Time:** 2:37:41–2:43:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals/chapter/pod-save-america-amy-coney-barrett-and-bodily-autonomy.md A clip from "Pod Save America" critiques Justice Amy Coney Barrett's comments on adoption as an alternative to abortion. The reporter expresses outrage that Barrett compared the bodily autonomy of pregnancy to the bodily autonomy of refusing a vaccine. The hosts find the comparison apt and mock the "scary future" narrative presented by the progressive podcast. Keywords: [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [amy coney barrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-coney-barrett.md), [adoption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adoption.md), [bodily autonomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bodily-autonomy.md), [vaccine mandates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-mandates.md) ### Joe Biden's Cancer and Alzheimer's Cure Promises - **Episode:** [1289: Post Orange](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-25 - **Time:** 2:30:31–2:32:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange/chapter/joe-biden-s-cancer-and-alzheimer-s-cure-promises.md During an appearance on "Pod Save America," Joe Biden promised to invest $5 billion a year to cure cancer and Alzheimer's. The hosts criticize these claims as unrealistic campaign rhetoric, noting that Biden was previously put in charge of the "Cancer Moonshot" during the Obama administration without achieving a cure. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), [alzheimer's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alzheimer-s.md), [moonshot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moonshot.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md) ### Pod Save America, CNN "The Bush Years" Ad Controversy - **Episode:** [1116: GND-MOU-ROI](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1116-gnd-mou-roi.md) - **Published:** 2019-03-01 - **Time:** 1:12:31–1:15:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1116-gnd-mou-roi/chapter/pod-save-america-cnn-the-bush-years-ad-controversy.md The hosts of Pod Save America performed a live-read advertisement for the CNN series "The Bush Years" while explicitly mentioning a parenthetical instruction not to speak negatively about the show. This breach of advertising etiquette, followed by a transition into a Tommy John underwear ad, was analyzed as a symptom of the "privileged" nature of high-profile political podcasts. Keywords: [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), the bush years, [podcast advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-advertising.md), tommy john ### Pod Save America, Speechwriting Critiques - **Episode:** [1110: Kremlin Crush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1110-kremlin-crush.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-08 - **Time:** 31:04–34:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1110-kremlin-crush/chapter/pod-save-america-speechwriting-critiques.md Former Obama speechwriters on the Pod Save America podcast criticize the writing style of Trump advisor Stephen Miller. The hosts argue that Miller's writing is objectively poor regardless of his political views, comparing it to bad motivational speaking. The discussion highlights the competitive and often dismissive nature of professional political speechwriters. Keywords: [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [stephen miller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-miller.md), [obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obama.md), [speechwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speechwriting.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Democratic National Committee, Media Strategy, Texas Senate Race - **Episode:** [1082: Otherize](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1082-otherize.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-01 - **Time:** 5:13–7:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1082-otherize/chapter/democratic-national-committee-media-strategy-texas-senate-race.md The Democratic National Committee has reportedly pressured Beto O'Rourke to share his $69 million windfall with other candidates. Media outlets are heavily promoting O'Rourke through appearances on Pod Save America and town halls with Chris Matthews to validate the traditional political rule that higher spending ensures victory. Analysts suggest this strategy benefits political consultants more than the actual candidates in the Texas race against Ted Cruz. 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A segment from the show called "OK Stop" is criticized for being a low-quality imitation of media deconstruction that fails to provide substantive insight. 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Critics argue that the transition to mainstream networks will ruin the "loose" and authentic nature of these shows as they adhere to corporate broadcasting rules. Keywords: [the daily](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-daily.md), [pod save america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pod-save-america.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Left-Wing Podcasting and Rush Limbaugh Comparison - **Episode:** [964: 6th Mass Extinction](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/964-6th-mass-extinction.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-14 - **Time:** 2:45:44–2:52:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/964-6th-mass-extinction/chapter/left-wing-podcasting-and-rush-limbaugh-comparison.md A Salon article claims that a new generation of left-wing podcasters, such as the hosts of Pod Save America, are "dethroning" Rush Limbaugh. 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