# Pow on The No Agenda Show

Pow comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2012 to January 2024.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** May 2012 – January 2024
- **Related topics:** [John Mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [Steve Pieczenik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-pieczenik.md), [Vietnam War](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [Bob Kerrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-kerrey.md), [Bowe Bergdahl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bowe-bergdahl.md), [Chat Room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chat-room.md), [Cherokee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cherokee.md), [Community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md), [Correction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/correction.md), [David Petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Russian Plane Crash and Ukrainian POWs

- **Episode:** [1628: Bad Rap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap.md)
- **Published:** 2024-01-25
- **Time:** 2:02:38–2:06:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap/chapter/russian-plane-crash-and-ukrainian-pows.md

A Russian Ilyushin Il-76 military transport plane crashed in the Belgorod region, with Moscow accusing Ukraine of shooting it down while it carried 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war. Ukraine has not confirmed the presence of the prisoners but acknowledged a planned prisoner swap was canceled. The incident occurs amid rumors that President Zelensky may replace his military chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, with a leader more aligned with U.S. interests.

Keywords: ilyushin il-76, belgorod, [pow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pow.md), [zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zelensky.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md)

### POW Interrogations, Hamas Southern Border Entry Warnings

- **Episode:** [1602: Net Equity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1602-net-equity.md)
- **Published:** 2023-10-26
- **Time:** 1:21:03–1:23:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1602-net-equity/chapter/pow-interrogations-hamas-southern-border-entry-warnings.md

The release of interrogation videos featuring Hamas prisoners is noted as a potential violation of the Geneva Convention regarding the filming of prisoners of war. Simultaneously, U.S. intelligence officials have issued warnings that militants from Hamas and Hezbollah may attempt to enter the United States via the southern border.

Keywords: [geneva convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geneva-convention.md), [pow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pow.md), [southern border](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-border.md), [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md)

### Dr. Steve Pieczenik on John McCain's Military Record

- **Episode:** [1276: Standard Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1276-standard-man.md)
- **Published:** 2020-09-10
- **Time:** 2:30:37–2:33:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1276-standard-man/chapter/dr-steve-pieczenik-on-john-mccain-s-military-record.md

Dr. Steve Pieczenik challenges the heroic narrative of John McCain, alleging that McCain was a "spoiled brat" who crashed multiple planes due to incompetence. Pieczenik claims that McCain's injuries were sustained during his ejection rather than through torture and that fellow POWs in the Hanoi Hilton viewed him as a collaborator. He further alleges that McCain's father, an Admiral, protected him from military discipline throughout his career.

Keywords: [steve pieczenik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-pieczenik.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [pow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pow.md), uss forrestal

### Dr. Steve Pieczenik, John McCain, Military History

- **Episode:** [1123: Cancel Culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1123-cancel-culture.md)
- **Published:** 2019-03-24
- **Time:** 2:32:00–2:38:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1123-cancel-culture/chapter/dr-steve-pieczenik-john-mccain-military-history.md

Dr. Steve Pieczenik provides a highly critical assessment of John McCain's military and political career, alleging that McCain was a "spoiled brat" at Annapolis and a "cowardly" POW. Pieczenik also criticizes General David Petraeus and Bob Kerrey, arguing that false heroes are often created for political purposes. The segment concludes that Trump's public feud with McCain is politically risky because the public is largely unaware of this controversial background.

Keywords: [steve pieczenik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-pieczenik.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [bob kerrey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-kerrey.md), [pow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pow.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md)

### Correction on John McCain's Military Service Record

- **Episode:** [890: Factivist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-29
- **Time:** 38:53–40:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/890-factivist/chapter/correction-on-john-mccain-s-military-service-record.md

The hosts issue a correction regarding a previous statement that misidentified John McCain as a prisoner of war in Korea instead of Vietnam. They address negative feedback from listeners on Reddit and email, defending the error as a minor slip while maintaining their broader analysis of the Vietnam War as a proxy conflict involving Russian support.

Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [pow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pow.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [correction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/correction.md), [proxy war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/proxy-war.md)

### Donald Trump, DNC Attack Montage

- **Episode:** [846: Tardy Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/846-tardy-party.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-28
- **Time:** 4:06–7:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/846-tardy-party/chapter/donald-trump-dnc-attack-montage.md

A series of short clips from the Democratic National Convention features various speakers attacking Donald Trump's character and business record. Allegations include cheating customers at Trump University, mocking journalists with disabilities, and disrespecting prisoners of war. The montage portrays Trump as temperamentally unfit for the office of Commander-in-Chief.

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### Building 98 and German POW Murals

- **Episode:** [774: Morally Deformed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed.md)
- **Published:** 2015-11-15
- **Time:** 1:59:33–2:01:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/building-98-and-german-pow-murals.md

Adam Curry visits "Building 98" in Marfa, a former military barracks that housed German prisoners of war during World War II. The building is famous for murals painted by the prisoners, depicting Texas landscapes. Curry attends a local Rotary Club benefit at the site, noting the "potluck" culture and the preservation of the historic artwork.

Keywords: building 98, pow murals, [marfa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marfa.md), german prisoners, rotary club, fort d.a. russell

### Bowe Bergdahl, Haley Idaho Community Reaction

- **Episode:** [624: The Sluggish Cloud](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/624-the-sluggish-cloud.md)
- **Published:** 2014-06-08
- **Time:** 23:43–26:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/624-the-sluggish-cloud/chapter/bowe-bergdahl-haley-idaho-community-reaction.md

Residents of Haley, Idaho, faced threats and controversy regarding planned celebrations for the return of Bowe Bergdahl. A local producer shared insights into the Bergdahl family's background as "hippies" and referenced a 2012 Michael Hastings article detailing Bergdahl's prior attempt to join the French Foreign Legion.

Keywords: [bowe bergdahl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bowe-bergdahl.md), haley idaho, [michael hastings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-hastings.md), [pow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pow.md), [community](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/community.md)

### National Recognition Days and Producer Mr. Oil

- **Episode:** [550: Cyber Insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/550-cyber-insurance.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-22
- **Time:** 44:56–46:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/550-cyber-insurance/chapter/national-recognition-days-and-producer-mr-oil.md

Adam Curry acknowledges several national recognition days, including POW/MIA Recognition Day and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Week. They also welcome "Mr. Oil" in the chat room, who recently had a child. The hosts joke about the lack of sleep associated with new "human resources" and the eventual stress of raising teenagers.

Keywords: pow/mia recognition day, [hbcus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbcus.md), [mr. oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mr-oil.md), [human resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/human-resources.md), [chat room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chat-room.md)

### Elizabeth Warren Cherokee Ancestry and "Hammered" Code

- **Episode:** [412: Red Square Patch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/412-red-square-patch.md)
- **Published:** 2012-05-27
- **Time:** 2:08:30–2:12:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/412-red-square-patch/chapter/elizabeth-warren-cherokee-ancestry-and-hammered-code.md

Senate candidate Elizabeth Warren faced scrutiny over her claims of Cherokee ancestry, which were documented in a 1980s cookbook titled "Pow Wow Chow." Warren has been accused of using minority status to advance her academic career at Harvard. During interviews, she repeatedly used the phrase "middle-class families are getting hammered," which is jokingly interpreted as a coded reference to Native American stereotypes.

Keywords: [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [cherokee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cherokee.md), [scott brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-brown.md), [massachusetts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/massachusetts.md), pow wow chow

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