# Product Placement on The No Agenda Show Product Placement comes up in 28 chapters across 27 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2007 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 28 - **Episodes:** 27 - **Discussed:** November 2007 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Native Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [Chevrolet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevrolet.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Law And Order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/law-and-order.md), [Mcdonald's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-s.md), [Monetization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monetization.md), [Mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Robin Williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robin-williams.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 28 ### MTV Light Switch, Spring Break Creation Origins - **Episode:** [1902: The MTV Chronicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1902-the-mtv-chronicles.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-10 - **Time:** 1:04:08–1:06:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1902-the-mtv-chronicles/chapter/mtv-light-switch-spring-break-creation-origins.md The origins of MTV Spring Break are traced back to a 1990 marketing need to secure Budweiser as an advertiser. Curry explains that the network created the programming specifically to go where the brand's audience already gathered, marking a significant shift in integrated advertising. Keywords: [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [spring break](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spring-break.md), [budweiser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budweiser.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md) ### Gran Turismo Movie, Product Placement and Positive Role Models - **Episode:** [1582: Balconazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1582-balconazi.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-17 - **Time:** 1:50:01–1:52:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1582-balconazi/chapter/gran-turismo-movie-product-placement-and-positive-role-models.md The hosts discuss the new "Gran Turismo" film, noting its heavy use of Sony product placement but praising its depiction of positive male role models. Adam Curry mentions that No Agenda race car driver Ashlyn Speed gave the movie a positive review. The segment also touches on the difficulty of getting movies produced without significant corporate sponsorship in the current industry climate. Keywords: [gran turismo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gran-turismo.md), [sony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony.md), orlando bloom, [nissan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nissan.md), [movie review](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-review.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md) ### Firestone Tires, Indy 500 Advertising, Michael Jackson MTV Deal - **Episode:** [1455: Systemic Rivals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-29 - **Time:** 8:00–12:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1455-systemic-rivals/chapter/firestone-tires-indy-500-advertising-michael-jackson-mtv-deal.md The Indy 500 broadcast featured excessive verbal mentions of Firestone tires, leading to a discussion on "sleazy" advertising deals where broadcasters are paid per mention. A parallel is drawn to a past MTV deal where VJs were required to refer to Michael Jackson as "the King of Pop" in every instance during a specific promotional weekend. Keywords: firestone, [indy 500](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indy-500.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [michael jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-jackson.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md) ### New Amsterdam, Global Warming Dialogue - **Episode:** [1348: Belching Freon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1348-belching-freon.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-20 - **Time:** 3:01:34–3:03:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1348-belching-freon/chapter/new-amsterdam-global-warming-dialogue.md The television show "New Amsterdam" featured a scene with dialogue about global warming that critics described as forced propaganda. The script included a character complaining about air conditioners "belching Freon," a technical inaccuracy given that Freon has been phased out of residential units for decades. Keywords: new amsterdam, [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [freon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freon.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Scripting by Committee, Subversive Environmental Messaging - **Episode:** [1346: Maxinated](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1346-maxinated.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-14 - **Time:** 1:25:31–1:28:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1346-maxinated/chapter/scripting-by-committee-subversive-environmental-messaging.md The hosts discuss the "collateral effect" of embedding social and environmental messages within fictional television scripts. They note how scenes involving recycling or climate anxiety are often inserted into procedurals like FBI to influence viewer behavior and cultural narratives. Keywords: writers room, [environmentalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environmentalism.md), [recycling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recycling.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [leonardo dicaprio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leonardo-dicaprio.md) ### Media Complicity in Violence, Gun Product Placement - **Episode:** [970: Golf Bag Nukes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-05 - **Time:** 1:13:09–1:16:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes/chapter/media-complicity-in-violence-gun-product-placement.md The discussion explores the perceived hypocrisy of Hollywood figures calling for gun control while accepting money from gun manufacturers for product placement in films. Examples cited include Beretta paying for handgun usage and the prominent placement of Glocks in the "Die Hard" series. The hosts argue that the media and entertainment industries are complicit in creating a culture of violence that influences individuals like the "Pizzagate" shooter. Keywords: [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [glock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glock.md), beretta, [media violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-violence.md) ### Apple Watch Product Placement and Cultural Reception - **Episode:** [720: Pollen Tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/720-pollen-tsunami.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-10 - **Time:** 1:11:46–1:12:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/720-pollen-tsunami/chapter/apple-watch-product-placement-and-cultural-reception.md Observations of media figures like Charlie Rose wearing the Apple Watch suggest a coordinated product placement effort. The cultural reception of the device is described as cult-like, with some tech commentators jokingly comparing the act of showing off the watch to a collective salute. Keywords: [apple watch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-watch.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [tech culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-culture.md), [wearables](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wearables.md) ### Product Placement in Danielle Steel Novels - **Episode:** [709: Terror Factory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/709-terror-factory.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-02 - **Time:** 1:04:26–1:08:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/709-terror-factory/chapter/product-placement-in-danielle-steel-novels.md Author Danielle Steel faced criticism for allegedly incorporating product placement into her novels. A reader noted a specific instance where a main character expressed excessive gratitude for an Oral-B electric toothbrush, which felt like a paid advertisement embedded in the narrative. This practice is distinguished from traditional native advertising but is viewed by some as selling out the audience for commercial interests. Keywords: [danielle steel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/danielle-steel.md), oral-b, [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [book publishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-publishing.md) ### James Bond Script, Mexican Government Product Placement - **Episode:** [706: Scrub In!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/706-scrub-in.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-22 - **Time:** 1:56:12–1:57:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/706-scrub-in/chapter/james-bond-script-mexican-government-product-placement.md Sony Pictures reportedly rewrote the script for the upcoming James Bond film, *Spectre*, after the Mexican government offered $14 million in incentives. The changes included featuring modern parts of Mexico City, casting a known Mexican actress, and setting a pursuit during the Day of the Dead festival. This incident highlights the growing influence of foreign governments on Hollywood scripts through tax credits and direct payments. Keywords: [james bond](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-bond.md), [mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mexico.md), [sony pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), [tax credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-credits.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md) ### Police Forfeiture Laws, Native Advertising in Scripted TV - **Episode:** [705: Lying Weasels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/705-lying-weasels.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-19 - **Time:** 1:39:03–1:40:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/705-lying-weasels/chapter/police-forfeiture-laws-native-advertising-in-scripted-tv.md The NBC show "The Mysteries of Laura" features a segment explaining police forfeiture laws, which the hosts identify as a form of "native advertising" for government policy. They discuss the ongoing scandals surrounding police seizing cash and property from citizens without charging them with crimes. The hosts argue that scripted television is increasingly used to normalize controversial law enforcement practices. Keywords: [civil asset forfeiture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-asset-forfeiture.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), mysteries of laura ### Pearson Education Settlement and Common Core Branding - **Episode:** [611: Let's Get Social!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/611-let-s-get-social.md) - **Published:** 2014-04-24 - **Time:** 3:00:32–3:07:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/611-let-s-get-social/chapter/pearson-education-settlement-and-common-core-branding.md The Pearson Charitable Foundation agreed to a $7.7 million settlement with the New York Attorney General for using its non-profit status to develop commercial Common Core products. Additionally, parents have expressed outrage over prominent brand names like Nike and iPod appearing in standardized tests. A listener provides evidence of Pearson's "barcoded scrap paper" that must be returned to the company after testing. 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Keywords: [samsung](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samsung.md), [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [ellen degeneres](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ellen-degeneres.md), galaxy note 3, [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md) ### Product Placement vs. Native Ads in Television - **Episode:** [585: Dhimmi or Dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/585-dhimmi-or-dead.md) - **Published:** 2014-01-24 - **Time:** 2:20:31–2:25:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/585-dhimmi-or-dead/chapter/product-placement-vs-native-ads-in-television.md The hosts distinguish between "product placement," such as Starbucks cups on *Morning Joe*, and "native advertising," where news segments are paid for by corporations. They cite a *Wall Street Journal* article that transitioned into a pitch for a communications firm and a news report on car safety that suspiciously praised the Chevrolet Spark while panned the Honda Fit. They argue that television native ads are particularly "sinister" because they are difficult for the average viewer to detect. Keywords: [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [starbucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starbucks.md), [chevrolet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chevrolet.md), [consumer reports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-reports.md), honda fit ### Embedded Advertising in Hawaii Five-O and Television - **Episode:** [558: Clouds of Crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/558-clouds-of-crisis.md) - **Published:** 2013-10-20 - **Time:** 2:11:42–2:14:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/558-clouds-of-crisis/chapter/embedded-advertising-in-hawaii-five-o-and-television.md The blatant product placement of the Chevrolet Camaro in the television series *Hawaii Five-O* is critiqued. The hosts discuss the increasing trend of "embedded advertising" where commercial sponsors are integrated directly into show scripts and dialogue. 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They argue that the line between entertainment and corporate promotion has been completely erased. Keywords: [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [robin williams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robin-williams.md), [mcdonald's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcdonald-s.md), the crazy ones, [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md) ### CNN Product Placement and Cymbalta Ad - **Episode:** [519: Freemium Reporter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-06 - **Time:** 29:33–32:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter/chapter/cnn-product-placement-and-cymbalta-ad.md A CNN human interest segment about a young percussionist is criticized for transitioning directly into a pharmaceutical advertisement for Cymbalta. The hosts suggest that under Jeff Zucker, news reporters may be encouraged to find their own sponsors or integrate product mentions into their stories. This "freemium" reporter model is discussed as a potential future for struggling news networks. 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Sponsored content for news or political information is strictly prohibited. These regulations are seen as a way for the state to control the "propaganda tool" of video media. Keywords: commissariat voor de media, [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [sponsorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sponsorship.md), medical treatments ### OMG Insider, Embedded Advertising Trends - **Episode:** [487: Red Bag of Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/487-red-bag-of-poop.md) - **Published:** 2013-02-15 - **Time:** 2:51:11–2:54:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/487-red-bag-of-poop/chapter/omg-insider-embedded-advertising-trends.md The evolution of television advertising is discussed through a segment on *OMG Insider*, where a host's interview on the red carpet seamlessly transitions into a product pitch for Olay CC cream. The hosts highlight this as a "shameless" new trend in blurring the lines between content and commercials. Keywords: omg insider, [yahoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yahoo.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), olay, [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md) ### Taco Bell Gourmet Menu Product Placement on CNN - **Episode:** [423: Wonderful Marinade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/423-wonderful-marinade.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-05 - **Time:** 1:03:38–1:06:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/423-wonderful-marinade/chapter/taco-bell-gourmet-menu-product-placement-on-cnn.md CNN's "Starting Point" with Soledad O'Brien featured a segment promoting Taco Bell's new "Cantina Bell" gourmet menu created by Chef Lorena Garcia. The hosts criticize the segment as blatant product placement disguised as news, noting that the entire panel was shown eating and endorsing the food. They argue this represents a decline in journalistic integrity and a blurring of the lines between news and advertising. Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [soledad o'brien](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soledad-o-brien.md), [taco bell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taco-bell.md), lorena garcia, [product placement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/product-placement.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md) ### SEAL Team 6, Act of Valor Movie Promotion - **Episode:** [379: The Soul Train of Podcasts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/379-the-soul-train-of-podcasts.md) - **Published:** 2012-02-02 - **Time:** 18:40–20:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/379-the-soul-train-of-podcasts/chapter/seal-team-6-act-of-valor-movie-promotion.md The hosts identify news reports about SEAL Team 6 operations as stealth marketing for the upcoming film "Act of Valor." 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