# Progressives on The No Agenda Show Progressives comes up in 64 chapters across 63 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2008 to June 2026. - **Chapters:** 64 - **Episodes:** 63 - **Discussed:** March 2008 – June 2026 - **Related topics:** [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [John Podesta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-podesta.md), [Political Correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md), [Alexandria Ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [Alicia Garza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alicia-garza.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 64 ### Tom Steyer, Transgender Athletes, and Progressive Psyops - **Episode:** [1874: Kennel Index](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1874-kennel-index.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-04 - **Time:** 42:55–45:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1874-kennel-index/chapter/tom-steyer-transgender-athletes-and-progressive-psyops.md Tom Steyer is criticized for a campaign video supporting transgender females in women's sports. The hosts debate whether the progressive stance on gender is a sincere perspective or a "psyop" that has painted the Democratic party into a logical corner. They argue that the movement has moved beyond its original intent and become a "hill to die on" for political reasons. Keywords: [tom steyer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-steyer.md), [transgender athletes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender-athletes.md), [women's sports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/women-s-sports.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [progressives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressives.md) ### David Brooks, Regime Change Rhetoric, Respectable Families - **Episode:** [1837: Moral Injury](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1837-moral-injury.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-25 - **Time:** 44:55–47:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1837-moral-injury/chapter/david-brooks-regime-change-rhetoric-respectable-families.md New York Times columnist David Brooks suggests that the deportation of "respectable families" will cause "normal people," not just progressives, to rebel against the current administration. The use of the word "regime" by mainstream commentators to describe the U.S. government is noted as a significant shift in media rhetoric. Keywords: [david brooks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-brooks.md), [deportations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deportations.md), regime, [progressives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressives.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md) ### Jennifer Welch and the Radicalization of Wine Moms - **Episode:** [1813: Lunchbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-02 - **Time:** 2:51:21–2:59:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox/chapter/jennifer-welch-and-the-radicalization-of-wine-moms.md Jennifer Welch of the "I've Had It" podcast is criticized for a "hateful rant" targeting the Democratic establishment and AIPAC. The hosts discuss the rise of radical socialist rhetoric among "wine moms" and the influence of figures like Bernie Sanders and the DSA. They posit that new political operatives are attempting to push the party toward more extreme positions, potentially alienating moderate voters. Keywords: jennifer welch, [aipac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aipac.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [dsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dsa.md), [progressive politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressive-politics.md) ### Progressive vs. Traditional Christianity and the Inclusion Debate - **Episode:** [1752: Pell-Mell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-03 - **Time:** 2:48:02–2:51:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell/chapter/progressive-vs-traditional-christianity-and-the-inclusion-debate.md Pastors from traditional churches are reportedly using their "strident" opposition to mainstream social trends as a recruitment tool, rejecting what they call "gummy bear Jesus." This stands in contrast to progressive Christians who emphasize inclusion and DEI as reflections of being created in God's image. The segment critiqued media portrayals of traditionalists as "regressive" and questioned the definition of progress in a theological context. Keywords: progressive christianity, [inclusion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inclusion.md), [dei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dei.md), [recruitment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recruitment.md), [theology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theology.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md) ### Bernie Sanders and AOC Rally in Denver - **Episode:** [1749: Gynocracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1749-gynocracy.md) - **Published:** 2025-03-23 - **Time:** 33:19–35:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1749-gynocracy/chapter/bernie-sanders-and-aoc-rally-in-denver.md Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez held a rally in Denver that drew an estimated 30,000 supporters. The event focused on progressive goals such as Medicare-for-All and a higher federal minimum wage, while criticizing the Democratic Party's leadership for not being bold enough. Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [alexandria ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [denver](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denver.md), [medicare for all](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare-for-all.md), [progressive politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressive-politics.md) ### Stock Market Allegations, Star Trek Era Aspirations - **Episode:** [1722: This Actually Happened!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-19 - **Time:** 2:27:26–2:28:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened/chapter/stock-market-allegations-star-trek-era-aspirations.md A caller expressed frustration over allegations that White House officials engaged in insider trading before the pandemic took over the economy. The discussion shifted to a broader critique of societal progress, with the caller questioning why humanity has not yet reached a "Star Trek" era of technological advancement. The segment touched on themes of national debt and the concentration of wealth among the elite. Keywords: [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [insider trading](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insider-trading.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), societal progress, [debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md) ### Ohio Bathroom Bill, Transgender Language and "Code Words" - **Episode:** [1713: Lipless Wonder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1713-lipless-wonder.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-17 - **Time:** 2:32:32–2:36:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1713-lipless-wonder/chapter/ohio-bathroom-bill-transgender-language-and-code-words.md Ohio lawmakers approved legislation restricting school bathroom use to a student's biological sex, a move expected to be signed by the governor. Meanwhile, a Financial Times article by Janan Ganesh argued that Democrats lost the election partly due to their use of "elitist" progressive jargon like "redemption arc" and "main character syndrome." The analysis suggests that voters gravitate toward podcasts because they use plain English rather than academic "code words." Keywords: [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [bathroom bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bathroom-bill.md), [transgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender.md), janan ganesh, progressive jargon ### Progress in America, Dystopian AI Campaign Advertisement - **Episode:** [1709: Umpty Ump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1709-umpty-ump.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-03 - **Time:** 2:00–5:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1709-umpty-ump/chapter/progress-in-america-dystopian-ai-campaign-advertisement.md An unaffiliated PAC called Progress in America released a dystopian AI-generated advertisement depicting a dark future under a JD Vance presidency. The video features a group of young people in the year 2054 reflecting on how they lost their rights after Donald Trump died and Vance took power. The ad makes claims about concentration camps, the removal of the minimum wage, and Florida sinking due to climate change. Keywords: progress in america, [jd vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jd-vance.md), [peter thiel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-thiel.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [ai video](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-video.md) ### Progressive Caucus Split Over Israel-Hamas War - **Episode:** [1636: Super Duper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-22 - **Time:** 2:20:32–2:23:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper/chapter/progressive-caucus-split-over-israel-hamas-war.md New York Congressman Ritchie Torres has left the Congressional Progressive Caucus due to disagreements over the Israel-Hamas war. Torres and other members previously voted to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib for her use of the phrase "from the river to the sea." The split highlights growing tension within the Democratic party as the caucus pressures President Biden to call for a ceasefire. Keywords: richie torres, [progressive caucus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressive-caucus.md), [rashida tlaib](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rashida-tlaib.md), [censure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censure.md), [ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceasefire.md) ### Taylor Swift, Music Theory and MK Ultra Claims - **Episode:** [1617: Twerkin' Russians](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1617-twerkin-russians.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-17 - **Time:** 35:20–36:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1617-twerkin-russians/chapter/taylor-swift-music-theory-and-mk-ultra-claims.md A brief aside mentions an analysis of Taylor Swift's music, claiming she uses the same four chords and progressions in most songs. The hosts joke about "MK Ultra" influences in pop music. A personal reference is made to a listener known as "Incognigro" and past interactions regarding racial topics. Keywords: [taylor swift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taylor-swift.md), music theory, chord progressions, [mk ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mk-ultra.md), [incognigro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incognigro.md) ### Progress Unity Fund, Peace and Freedom Party - **Episode:** [1608: Woke Up Dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1608-woke-up-dead.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-16 - **Time:** 7:30–9:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1608-woke-up-dead/chapter/progress-unity-fund-peace-and-freedom-party.md The Answer Coalition is financially supported by the Progress Unity Fund, a San Francisco-based organization run by Susan Meisenberg. Meisenberg is also a leader in the Peace and Freedom Party, which explicitly identifies with socialism and features Karl Marx on its website. Critics argue that these Marxist and socialist organizations are leveraging emotional public responses to the Middle East conflict for domestic political recruitment. Keywords: progress unity fund, susan meisenberg, peace and freedom party, [karl marx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karl-marx.md), [socialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/socialism.md) ### Insurance Industry Losses and Climate Change Surcharges - **Episode:** [1586: Escaped Mutant](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1586-escaped-mutant.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-31 - **Time:** 36:10–40:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1586-escaped-mutant/chapter/insurance-industry-losses-and-climate-change-surcharges.md Major Garrett of CBS News reports that insured losses from extreme weather exceeded $34 billion in the first half of 2023. The hosts discuss the "climate change surcharge" appearing on homeowner insurance policies across 31 states, with some seeing 30% rate increases. Financial data for Progressive Insurance is reviewed, showing significant increases in net income and profit margins despite the industry's claims of being overwhelmed by weather events. Keywords: [major garrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/major-garrett.md), [cbs news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-news.md), [progressive insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressive-insurance.md), property insurance, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [louisiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louisiana.md) ### Pramila Jayapal Israel Racism Controversy - **Episode:** [1574: X-Ray Specs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-20 - **Time:** 7:47–9:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs/chapter/pramila-jayapal-israel-racism-controversy.md Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, leader of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, issued an apology after labeling Israel a racist state during a weekend event. She clarified her remarks were intended to target the policies of Benjamin Netanyahu's government rather than the nation itself. Democratic leadership responded by releasing a statement reaffirming their support for Israel. Keywords: [pramila jayapal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pramila-jayapal.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [progressive caucus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressive-caucus.md), [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), democratic leadership ### Pride Month, Progressive Pride Flag, School Activism - **Episode:** [1561: Star Butler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1561-star-butler.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-04 - **Time:** 51:32–55:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1561-star-butler/chapter/pride-month-progressive-pride-flag-school-activism.md The evolution of "Gay Pride Month" into "Pride Month" is discussed alongside the adoption of the "Progressive Pride Flag," which incorporates trans and BIPOC symbols. A viral video of a teacher promoting a "Day of Love" and selling various pride flags in a high school cafeteria serves as a focal point for criticism regarding gender activism in schools. Keywords: [pride month](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pride-month.md), progressive pride flag, [lgbtq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbtq.md), gender and sexuality alliance, [trans rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trans-rights.md) ### New Year's Eve Bankers Dinner and Progressive Bus Tour - **Episode:** [1516: Carbon Bomb](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1516-carbon-bomb.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-29 - **Time:** 1:58:29–2:03:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1516-carbon-bomb/chapter/new-year-s-eve-bankers-dinner-and-progressive-bus-tour.md The hosts shared plans for two distinct New Year's social events: a formal dinner at a former New York banker's home and a "progressive dinner" in the Texas Hill Country. The progressive dinner involves a party bus transporting six couples between different homes for various meal courses. These anecdotes serve as a preview of the cultural observations expected in the new year. Keywords: [new year's eve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-year-s-eve.md), progressive dinner, [hill country](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hill-country.md), party bus, social events ### Progressive Democrats Retract Ukraine Peace Letter - **Episode:** [1498: Junk Fees](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-30 - **Time:** 1:27:07–1:30:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1498-junk-fees/chapter/progressive-democrats-retract-ukraine-peace-letter.md Thirty House Democrats from the Progressive Caucus retracted a letter urging President Biden to engage in direct peace talks with Russia after facing immediate political backlash. Meanwhile, Senator Marco Rubio argued that the bombing of the Nord Stream pipeline constitutes an attack on NATO, necessitating a proportional response. Keywords: [progressive caucus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressive-caucus.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [nord stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nord-stream.md) ### Ro Khanna, Jamie Raskin on Progressive Strategy - **Episode:** [1457: MAGATARD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1457-magatard.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-05 - **Time:** 14:45–17:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1457-magatard/chapter/ro-khanna-jamie-raskin-on-progressive-strategy.md Democratic Representatives Ro Khanna and Jamie Raskin are working to develop new strategies for the progressive wing of the party. According to an NPR report, they aim to reclaim patriotism and reject socialist labels to better connect with voters. The discussion notes that voters are currently more concerned with the price of gasoline than ideological purity. Keywords: [ro khanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ro-khanna.md), [jamie raskin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamie-raskin.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), progressive democrats, [patriotism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/patriotism.md), [gas prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gas-prices.md) ### Supreme Court, Roe v. Wade Draft Leak, Protest Visuals - **Episode:** [1448: French Rats](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-06 - **Time:** 2:11–6:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats/chapter/supreme-court-roe-v-wade-draft-leak-protest-visuals.md A leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court regarding the potential overturning of Roe v. Wade is analyzed. Observations of the protesters featured in Politico's coverage suggest a mix of professional signage from groups like Code Pink and the Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising (PAAU). The presence of "woke" anti-abortion activists is noted as a new development in the protest landscape. 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Keywords: [roe v. wade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roe-v-wade.md), [bodily autonomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bodily-autonomy.md), [progressive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/progressive.md), [vaccine mandates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-mandates.md), [kara swisher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kara-swisher.md) ### Joe Manchin vs. Pramila Jayapal, Congressional Spending Deadlock - **Episode:** [1396: Flu Tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1396-flu-tsunami.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-04 - **Time:** 29:57–33:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1396-flu-tsunami/chapter/joe-manchin-vs-pramila-jayapal-congressional-spending-deadlock.md Senator Joe Manchin and Representative Pramila Jayapal represent the internal divide within the Democratic Party over the infrastructure and Build Back Better bills. 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