# Polling on The No Agenda Show

Polling comes up in 169 chapters across 150 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2008 to August 2026.

- **Chapters:** 169
- **Episodes:** 150
- **Discussed:** May 2008 – August 2026
- **Related topics:** [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Polls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polls.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Ron Paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Media Bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Fox News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 169

### AI Data Center Opposition, Texas Tax Incentives

- **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-27
- **Time:** 2:04:08–2:08:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/ai-data-center-opposition-texas-tax-incentives.md

A Gallup poll shows that 70% of Americans oppose the construction of AI data centers in their local areas. Despite this, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has supported the industry, which previously received a 6% sales tax cut to encourage development in the state.

Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [sales tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sales-tax.md), [gallup poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gallup-poll.md)

### Donald Trump, AI Data Centers as Midterm Issues

- **Episode:** [1897: Caconian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-23
- **Time:** 13:27–17:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian/chapter/donald-trump-ai-data-centers-as-midterm-issues.md

President Donald Trump met with tech leaders at the White House to promote AI data centers as a source of jobs and tax revenue. Despite Trump's endorsement, a Gallup poll indicates that 70% of Americans oppose having data centers built in their local communities. The hosts analyze how this opposition is being framed as a top issue for the upcoming midterm elections.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), ai data centers, [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md), tax benefits, [gallup poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gallup-poll.md)

### Gen Z Loneliness, Financial Regret and Irish Pub Culture

- **Episode:** [1891: We Need Memes!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-02
- **Time:** 1:07:56–1:15:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes/chapter/gen-z-loneliness-financial-regret-and-irish-pub-culture.md

A Harris Poll indicates that 68% of Gen Z adults find going out too expensive, leading to increased "weekend loneliness" and a preference for online friendships. The hosts contrast this with their own experiences, including an anecdote about a Randy Travis band drinking an Irish pub out of Bushmills whiskey. They praise the social intelligence and friendliness of the Irish people compared to the isolated nature of modern youth.

Keywords: [gen z](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gen-z.md), harris poll, [loneliness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/loneliness.md), financial regret, [ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ireland.md), randy travis, bushmills, [social anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-anxiety.md)

### Donald Trump and Public Opinion on Iran

- **Episode:** [1890: Flock Off!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1890-flock-off.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-30
- **Time:** 2:03:17–2:08:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1890-flock-off/chapter/donald-trump-and-public-opinion-on-iran.md

Donald Trump cites a McLaughlin poll claiming strong American support for military action against Iran if they block the Strait of Hormuz or pursue nuclear weapons. The poll also shows high support for the SAVE Act and mandatory photo ID for voting. The hosts discuss the potential for civilian infrastructure to be targeted in a conflict and the media's framing of such actions as war crimes.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), mclaughlin poll, [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [voter id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-id.md)

### Donald Trump, Iran Negotiations and Cuba Comments

- **Episode:** [1865: Wide Awakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1865-wide-awakes.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-03
- **Time:** 1:14:42–1:18:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1865-wide-awakes/chapter/donald-trump-iran-negotiations-and-cuba-comments.md

President Trump discussed the possibility of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz while leaving the door open for further military strikes. Despite polling showing he is "underwater" on his handling of the conflict, Trump characterized the Iranian leadership as disjointed and weak. In a characteristic aside, he joked about "taking over" Cuba on the way back from the Iranian theater.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), [strait of hormuz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strait-of-hormuz.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md)

### Tucker Carlson and Sagar Enjeti, Polling and Political Vacuum

- **Episode:** [1849: Hose Water](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-08
- **Time:** 56:13–59:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water/chapter/tucker-carlson-and-sagar-enjeti-polling-and-political-vacuum.md

Tucker Carlson and Sagar Enjeti discuss their attempts to persuade President Trump against the Iran conflict. They argue that Trump is operating in an information vacuum, relying on Fox News and potentially skewed polling that shows high support for the war. Enjeti warns that the compounding effects of rising gas prices will be more politically damaging to the White House than the actual military outcomes.

Keywords: [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), sagar enjeti, [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md), [gas prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-prices.md), [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md)

### NPR Propaganda and Public Opinion on NATO

- **Episode:** [1839: Feces Thesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-01
- **Time:** 2:33:32–2:38:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis/chapter/npr-propaganda-and-public-opinion-on-nato.md

An analysis of NPR's coverage of NATO suggests the network is using "mathematical tricks" and slanted reporting to bolster support for the alliance. The report featured interviews with citizens in Pennsylvania and California to gauge opinions on military spending for Ukraine. Critics argue that NPR's presentation intentionally minimizes Republican opposition to continued foreign defense subsidies.

Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [military spending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-spending.md), ipsos poll, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

### Merry Christmas vs Happy Holidays, Political Polarization

- **Episode:** [1828: No Agenda Christmas 2025](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-25
- **Time:** 49:48–52:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025/chapter/merry-christmas-vs-happy-holidays-political-polarization.md

A report examines the political divide over holiday greetings, citing a PRRI poll where 66% of Democrats prefer "Happy Holidays" while 67% of Republicans prefer "Merry Christmas." The segment notes that Donald Trump campaigned on bringing back "Merry Christmas," though clips show Barack Obama used the phrase frequently during his presidency. The hosts argue the choice of greeting has become a proxy for religious and political identity.

Keywords: [merry christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merry-christmas.md), [happy holidays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/happy-holidays.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), prri poll, [republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republicans.md)

### CNN Poll, Immigrant Voter Shift to Republicans

- **Episode:** [1772: Op Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1772-op-day.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-12
- **Time:** 18:21–19:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1772-op-day/chapter/cnn-poll-immigrant-voter-shift-to-republicans.md

A CNN data analysis revealed a 40-point shift toward the Republican party among immigrant voters between 2020 and 2025. The report indicates that foreign-born citizens have become significantly more hawkish on immigration enforcement than in previous years. Republicans now hold an eight-point lead over Democrats on the immigration issue within this specific demographic.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), immigrant voters, [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [immigration policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-policy.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md)

### Donald Trump Joint Session Speech, CNN Poll Results

- **Episode:** [1744: EULA for Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1744-eula-for-ukraine.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-06
- **Time:** 2:23–5:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1744-eula-for-ukraine/chapter/donald-trump-joint-session-speech-cnn-poll-results.md

Donald Trump delivered a 90-minute speech to a joint session of Congress, which a CNN instant poll showed 69% of viewers reacted to positively. The address included promises to revitalize the American shipping industry and bring manufacturing back to the United States. James Carville provided a critical medical analysis of the President's appearance during the broadcast.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), joint session, [james carville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-carville.md), shipping industry, [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md)

### Dr. Arlene, Iowa Poll and Election Pre-Gloat

- **Episode:** [1711: Blue Bracelet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1711-blue-bracelet.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-10
- **Time:** 28:33–34:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1711-blue-bracelet/chapter/dr-arlene-iowa-poll-and-election-pre-gloat.md

A viral video featured political analyst Dr. Arlene gloating before the election about toasting "Madam President" with champagne. She incorrectly predicted a sweep of swing states and Iowa based on an outlier poll that suggested a Democratic surge. Following the results, she pivoted to calling Kamala Harris's three-month campaign "magnificent" despite the loss.

Keywords: dr. arlene, iowa poll, [champagne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/champagne.md), political analyst, ann selzer

### Gender Gap, White Women and Voting Booth Realities

- **Episode:** [1711: Blue Bracelet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1711-blue-bracelet.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-10
- **Time:** 34:32–36:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1711-blue-bracelet/chapter/gender-gap-white-women-and-voting-booth-realities.md

Despite a campaign focus on abortion rights, Kamala Harris failed to shift the voting dynamics of white women, who backed Donald Trump at traditional levels. Pollster Christine Matthews noted that the expected surge of female support for the Democratic candidate did not materialize. The data indicates that the gender gap remained largely unchanged from previous cycles.

Keywords: [gender gap](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-gap.md), [white women](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-women.md), [abortion rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abortion-rights.md), bellwether research, [exit polls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exit-polls.md)

### Debate Closing Arguments, Failing Nation Theme, Polling Trends

- **Episode:** [1694: Gorgeous](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1694-gorgeous.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-12
- **Time:** 1:07:40–1:12:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1694-gorgeous/chapter/debate-closing-arguments-failing-nation-theme-polling-trends.md

Donald Trump's closing argument focused on the theme of a "failing nation" and the risk of a third world war due to current foreign policy. He questioned why Kamala Harris has not implemented her proposed plans during her three and a half years in office. Despite media narratives of a Harris win, historical data from the 2016 Clinton campaign suggests that debate performance does not always correlate with election outcomes.

Keywords: closing argument, failing nation, third world war, [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md)

### Trump Administration Personnel, Media Election Horse Race

- **Episode:** [1690: Corn Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-29
- **Time:** 7:42–9:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat/chapter/trump-administration-personnel-media-election-horse-race.md

The hosts reflect on Donald Trump's past hiring decisions, specifically criticizing the inclusion of figures like Anthony Fauci, John Bolton, and John Kelly. They argue that the current media narrative surrounding Kamala Harris's polling surge is a manufactured "horse race" designed to drive advertising revenue for news organizations.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [john bolton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-bolton.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [election polls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-polls.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md)

### Harris Campaign Rhetoric, CNN Voter Sentiment Polling

- **Episode:** [1687: Authentified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1687-authentified.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-18
- **Time:** 42:48–47:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1687-authentified/chapter/harris-campaign-rhetoric-cnn-voter-sentiment-polling.md

Kamala Harris has attacked Donald Trump's tariff proposals, labeling them a "Trump tax" on daily needs. CNN polling data from Sunbelt battleground states shows Trump leading Harris by 12 points on the economy, while Harris leads by 5 points on the question of "who cares about people like you." The latter metric is criticized as a racially or identity-driven polling distraction from economic performance.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), berkeley accent, sunbelt, [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md)

### "Momentum" Supercut, Democratic Party Media Messaging

- **Episode:** [1686: Publical](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-15
- **Time:** 28:46–31:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical/chapter/momentum-supercut-democratic-party-media-messaging.md

A supercut of various news broadcasts reveals a repetitive use of the word "momentum" to describe Kamala Harris's standing in recent political polls. The synchronized messaging across multiple networks suggests a unified effort to frame the race as a surge for the Democratic ticket. Analysts note that this linguistic trend often precedes significant shifts in campaign advertising spend.

Keywords: [momentum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/momentum.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [supercut](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supercut.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md), [news cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/news-cycle.md)

### Democratic Convention Strategy and Biden COVID Absence

- **Episode:** [1681: Daddy Long Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-28
- **Time:** 29:26–31:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs/chapter/democratic-convention-strategy-and-biden-covid-absence.md

The Democratic Party is reportedly planning a pre-convention straw poll to lock in Kamala Harris's nomination and avoid floor debates. Speculation continues regarding Joe Biden's absence due to COVID-19, with suggestions that the "Daddy Longlegs" figure is merely a temporary stand-in while the real President recovers or is phased out.

Keywords: [democratic national convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-national-convention.md), [straw poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/straw-poll.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [body double](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-double.md)

### David Axelrod CNN Analysis, Democratic Voter Polling

- **Episode:** [1675: Flying Cars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1675-flying-cars.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-07
- **Time:** 33:53–35:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1675-flying-cars/chapter/david-axelrod-cnn-analysis-democratic-voter-polling.md

Former Obama advisor David Axelrod noted on CNN that 75% of the American public believes Joe Biden failed the cognitive test of the recent debate. Axelrod highlighted that Biden is currently trailing in most battleground states, a significant shift from his ten-point lead four years ago. The reluctance of down-ballot candidates, such as Senator Tammy Baldwin, to appear with the President is cited as a sign of his diminishing political utility.

Keywords: [david axelrod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-axelrod.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md), [battleground states](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/battleground-states.md), tammy baldwin

### Potential Democratic Replacements and Post-Debate Polling

- **Episode:** [1674: We're Working!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1674-we-re-working.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-04
- **Time:** 18:51–23:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1674-we-re-working/chapter/potential-democratic-replacements-and-post-debate-polling.md

Speculation intensifies regarding potential replacements for President Biden, including Governors Gavin Newsom, Gretchen Whitmer, and JB Pritzker. Recent polling shows Biden trailing Donald Trump by six points, with 80% of surveyed voters expressing concerns about the President's age.

Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [gretchen whitmer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gretchen-whitmer.md), [jb pritzker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jb-pritzker.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [kristen welker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kristen-welker.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md)

### Jill Biden on The View, Good vs Evil and Black Voters

- **Episode:** [1664: Friendshoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-30
- **Time:** 2:34:36–2:37:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring/chapter/jill-biden-on-the-view-good-vs-evil-and-black-voters.md

First Lady Jill Biden appeared on "The View" to discuss the 2024 election, framing the choice for Americans as "good over evil." She dismissed negative polling data, expressing confidence that voters will choose her husband as they become more "educated" on the issues. The segment also touches on the "Black Voters for Harris-Biden" launch in Philadelphia, which was criticized for its low attendance and deceptive media framing.

Keywords: [jill biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-biden.md), [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [2024 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md), [black voters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-voters.md), [campaign strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-strategy.md), [polling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polling.md)

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