# Presidential Campaign on The No Agenda Show Presidential Campaign comes up in 18 chapters across 18 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2011 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 18 - **Episodes:** 18 - **Discussed:** September 2011 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Rfk Jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfk-jr.md), [Boston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston.md), [Campaign Finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [Presidential Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-election.md), [Presidential Race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-race.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [2024 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Andrea Mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [Andrew Yang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-yang.md) ## Chapters 1–18 of 18 ### Marco Rubio Presidential Style, National Identity - **Episode:** [1885: Adult Day Care](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-12 - **Time:** 1:49:40–1:51:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care/chapter/marco-rubio-presidential-style-national-identity.md Senator Marco Rubio is noted for adopting a "presidential" tone in recent public statements, emphasizing that America is defined by family, faith, and community rather than the government. This rhetoric is seen as a strategic move to position himself as a top contender for the Republican nomination, contrasting with other potential candidates like J.D. Vance. Keywords: [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md), [family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family.md), [faith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faith.md) ### RFK Jr. Presidential Campaign and Anti-War Platform - **Episode:** [1566: Hush Up Boy!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1566-hush-up-boy.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-22 - **Time:** 54:33–1:01:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1566-hush-up-boy/chapter/rfk-jr-presidential-campaign-and-anti-war-platform.md Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is centering his presidential campaign on a peace platform, arguing that perpetual foreign wars lead to domestic division. Despite being labeled an "anti-vaxxer" by mainstream media, Kennedy is utilizing podcasts, including a high-profile appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, to reach voters. He advocates for moving past the "us versus them" tribalism currently affecting American politics. 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Keywords: [france 24](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france-24.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md) ### Robert F. Kennedy Jr., 2024 Presidential Campaign Announcement - **Episode:** [1548: Dangle Op](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1548-dangle-op.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-21 - **Time:** 1:24:06–1:29:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1548-dangle-op/chapter/robert-f-kennedy-jr-2024-presidential-campaign-announcement.md Robert F. Kennedy Jr. officially announced his candidacy for the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination in Boston. In his speech, he compared his underdog status to his father’s 1968 run, noting that he is running against a war and a president of his own party. The hosts discuss the historical context of the 1968 election and Kennedy's current platform. Keywords: [rfk jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfk-jr.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md), [boston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boston.md), eugene mccarthy, [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md) ### Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Presidential Campaign Launch - **Episode:** [1544: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-06 - **Time:** 2:22:05–2:25:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers/chapter/robert-f-kennedy-jr-presidential-campaign-launch.md Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has officially filed paperwork to run for president as a Democrat. The hosts highlight the immediate media backlash, specifically citing CNN's Jake Tapper labeling Kennedy an "anti-vaccine quack." They discuss Kennedy's history as an environmental lawyer and his focus on removing mercury from vaccines, predicting that the Democratic establishment will work aggressively to discredit his candidacy. Keywords: [rfk jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfk-jr.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md), [democrat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrat.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [vaccines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccines.md), [mercury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mercury.md) ### Robert Kennedy Jr., 2024 Presidential Run - **Episode:** [1535: Podspeeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-05 - **Time:** 1:57:26–2:00:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding/chapter/robert-kennedy-jr-2024-presidential-run.md Robert Kennedy Jr. announced at St. Anselm College that he is considering a run for the presidency in 2024. The hosts discuss his potential as a Democratic outsider and the historical challenges faced by the Kennedy family in national politics. Keywords: [robert kennedy jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-kennedy-jr.md), [2024 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md), [democrats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democrats.md), st anselm college, [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md) ### Kanye West Presidential Campaign, Bipolar Episode Concerns - **Episode:** [1262: Use Your Words!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1262-use-your-words.md) - **Published:** 2020-07-23 - **Time:** 2:50:39–2:52:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1262-use-your-words/chapter/kanye-west-presidential-campaign-bipolar-episode-concerns.md Kanye West's presidential campaign rally in South Carolina was characterized by erratic behavior and controversial comments about Harriet Tubman. His family, including Kim Kardashian, has expressed concern that he is experiencing a bipolar episode. Despite the turmoil, West continues to draw significant media attention as he prepares to release a new album. Keywords: [kanye west](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kanye-west.md), [kim kardashian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-kardashian.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md), [bipolar disorder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bipolar-disorder.md), [harriet tubman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harriet-tubman.md) ### Beto O'Rourke Ends 2020 Presidential Campaign - **Episode:** [1187: Predeceased](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1187-predeceased.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-03 - **Time:** 2:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1187-predeceased/chapter/beto-o-rourke-ends-2020-presidential-campaign.md Beto O'Rourke officially suspended his 2020 presidential campaign after polling at approximately 3%. Analysis of FEC filings suggests O'Rourke may have remained in the race longer than viable to maintain staff salaries, including a projected personal salary of $400,000. Keywords: [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [fec filings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fec-filings.md), [presidential race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-race.md) ### Andrew Yang, Emotional Gun Reform Forum - **Episode:** [1163: Cashless Millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1163-cashless-millennials.md) - **Published:** 2019-08-15 - **Time:** 2:23:08–2:26:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1163-cashless-millennials/chapter/andrew-yang-emotional-gun-reform-forum.md Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang has an emotional moment during a gun reform forum in Iowa after a mother describes losing her child to a stray bullet. The hosts compare his crying to that of former Speaker John Boehner. Keywords: [andrew yang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-yang.md), [iowa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iowa.md), [gun reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-reform.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md), [emotional appeal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emotional-appeal.md) ### ABC News Adjective Use and Shouting Reporters - **Episode:** [828: White, Male & Yale](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/828-white-male-yale.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-26 - **Time:** 53:01–58:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/828-white-male-yale/chapter/abc-news-adjective-use-and-shouting-reporters.md ABC News coverage of the email scandal is analyzed for its use of aggressive adjectives like "scathing" and "slammed." The hosts note the use of "shouting reporter" tropes to create a sense of conflict. The segment also mentions Clinton's appearance on Ellen with an SNL doppelgänger as a tactic to distract from the ongoing FBI investigation. Keywords: [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [cecilia vega](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cecilia-vega.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md), [snl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snl.md) ### Donald Trump Campaign Music, Sports Anthem Update - **Episode:** [809: Velocity of Money](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/809-velocity-of-money.md) - **Published:** 2016-03-20 - **Time:** 12:03–13:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/809-velocity-of-money/chapter/donald-trump-campaign-music-sports-anthem-update.md The Donald Trump campaign reportedly updated its event music, moving away from the Rolling Stones' "You Can't Always Get What You Want" in favor of high-energy sports anthems. This change follows public criticism regarding the previous song's potentially insulting message to voters. The shift is viewed as an attempt to create a more "hyped" atmosphere at rallies as the primary season progresses. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [campaign music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-music.md), [rolling stones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rolling-stones.md), sports anthems, [presidential race](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-race.md) ### Andrea Mitchell and Chuck Todd on Anti-Muslim Rhetoric - **Episode:** [779: Peak Coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/779-peak-coffee.md) - **Published:** 2015-12-06 - **Time:** 38:21–40:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/779-peak-coffee/chapter/andrea-mitchell-and-chuck-todd-on-anti-muslim-rhetoric.md Andrea Mitchell and Chuck Todd discuss the "extraordinary" rise in anti-Muslim rhetoric during the 2015 presidential campaign. Todd suggests that the current climate is a test for political leaders to manage public fear and anxiety. The hosts critique the media's focus on "rumors and innuendo" while ignoring the specific details of the FBI's terror definitions. Keywords: [andrea mitchell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrea-mitchell.md), [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [muslim americans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-americans.md), [fear](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fear.md), [presidential campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-campaign.md) ### Ted Cruz Evangelical Campaign Style, Religious Rhetoric - **Episode:** [752: Gender Binary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/752-gender-binary.md) - **Published:** 2015-08-30 - **Time:** 1:04:39–1:11:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/752-gender-binary/chapter/ted-cruz-evangelical-campaign-style-religious-rhetoric.md Ted Cruz's campaign style is scrutinized for its heavy reliance on evangelical Christian imagery and "pastoral" delivery. During an event advocating for the release of Pastor Saeed Abedini from an Iranian prison, Cruz led the audience in public prayer and used biblical references to frame his political platform. Critics argue that this overt display of religiosity mirrors the style of George W. Bush and may alienate secular voters. 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This "win by losing" strategy allows candidates to raise their national profile and influence the party platform even if they have no realistic path to the nomination. Keywords: [presidential election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-election.md), [book deals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-deals.md), tv contracts, [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), vanity candidates ### Joe Biden Boston Speech and Benghazi Comparison - **Episode:** [609: Johnson's Johnson, Jump!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/609-johnson-s-johnson-jump.md) - **Published:** 2014-04-17 - **Time:** 1:33:47–1:35:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/609-johnson-s-johnson-jump/chapter/joe-biden-boston-speech-and-benghazi-comparison.md Vice President Joe Biden delivered a speech in Boston declaring that "America will never stand down." The hosts contrast this rhetoric with the "stand down" orders reportedly given during the Benghazi attack. They also mock Biden's phrasing when referring to "quote survivors" of the marathon bombing. 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