# Propublica on The No Agenda Show Propublica comes up in 26 chapters across 25 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2013 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 26 - **Episodes:** 25 - **Discussed:** September 2013 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [College Admissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-admissions.md), [Financial Aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-aid.md), [George Soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [Haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [Illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md), [Red Cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-cross.md), [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [Clinton Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [Facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 26 ### ProPublica and the Journalistic Push Against Podcasting - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 55:36–59:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/propublica-and-the-journalistic-push-against-podcasting.md Journalist Lydia DePillis of ProPublica is criticized for an article advocating for more social control and censorship within the podcasting industry. The hosts argue that ProPublica represents a new wave of "anti-journalist journalists" who seek to shut down speech they disagree with. The discussion highlights the decentralized nature of podcasting as a primary reason for the establishment's frustration. Keywords: [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), lydia depillis, [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md) ### College Admissions Guardianship Scam - **Episode:** [1848: Podcaster Down!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-05 - **Time:** 46:17–49:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down/chapter/college-admissions-guardianship-scam.md Wealthy families in Illinois are reportedly transferring legal guardianship of their children to individuals with lower incomes to qualify for need-based financial aid. While technically legal, the practice is criticized as a way for affluent households to exploit systems intended for the underprivileged. Keywords: [college admissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-admissions.md), [financial aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-aid.md), guardianship, [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md) ### Ziklag Secret Christian Organization Expose - **Episode:** [1682: Natalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1682-natalism.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-01 - **Time:** 42:34–48:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1682-natalism/chapter/ziklag-secret-christian-organization-expose.md ProPublica and Democracy Now! published an expose on "Ziklag," a network of wealthy Christians allegedly working to purge voter rolls in battleground states. The group's operations, titled "Steeplechase," "Watchtower," and "Checkmate," aim to influence seven "mountains" of public life, including government and media. While framed as a secret society, the organization maintains a public website and downloadable strategy videos. Keywords: ziklag, [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [amy goodman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-goodman.md), [christian nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christian-nationalism.md), [voter rolls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voter-rolls.md) ### Justice Alito Secret Recording Controversy - **Episode:** [1668: Spillover](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1668-spillover.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-13 - **Time:** 2:36:45–2:43:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1668-spillover/chapter/justice-alito-secret-recording-controversy.md Progressive activist Lauren Windsor secretly recorded Justice Samuel Alito and his wife at a dinner, capturing comments about the media and the political state of the country. The recordings were widely covered by MSNBC and discussed on "The View." The hosts characterize the incident as a "bottom of the barrel" hit job by an activist pretending to be a supporter. Keywords: [samuel alito](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samuel-alito.md), lauren windsor, [the view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-view.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md) ### Trump Tax Audit, Chicago Tower Loophole - **Episode:** [1659: ungreen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-12 - **Time:** 2:18:57–2:20:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen/chapter/trump-tax-audit-chicago-tower-loophole.md The IRS is investigating whether Donald Trump used a tax loophole to double-dip on losses related to the Trump Tower in Chicago. Reports from the New York Times and ProPublica suggest the former president may owe $100 million in back taxes following an audit of his 2008 filings. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), trump tower chicago, tax loophole, [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md) ### College Admissions, Legal Guardianship Financial Aid Scam - **Episode:** [1550: Clips of the Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1550-clips-of-the-day.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-26 - **Time:** 38:04–41:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1550-clips-of-the-day/chapter/college-admissions-legal-guardianship-financial-aid-scam.md A new college admissions tactic involves wealthy families transferring legal guardianship of their children to individuals with fewer resources to qualify for need-based financial aid. Reports from ProPublica and the Wall Street Journal indicate the practice is technically legal but widely criticized as unethical. The hosts discuss the skyrocketing costs of tuition as a driver for such maneuvers. Keywords: [college admissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-admissions.md), [financial aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-aid.md), legal guardianship, [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md) ### Clarence Thomas, ProPublica Luxury Trip Allegations - **Episode:** [1545: Stapler Abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1545-stapler-abuse.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-11 - **Time:** 2:28:01–2:33:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1545-stapler-abuse/chapter/clarence-thomas-propublica-luxury-trip-allegations.md Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is facing criticism following a ProPublica report detailing undisclosed luxury trips funded by billionaire Harlan Crow. Thomas issued a rare statement explaining that the trips were "personal hospitality" from close friends and that he was advised at the time that disclosure was not required. The media coverage is characterized by the hosts as a coordinated "hit job" intended to force a conservative justice to resign. Keywords: [clarence thomas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clarence-thomas.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [harlan crow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harlan-crow.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethics.md) ### Facebook January 6th Investigation, Section 230 Regulation - **Episode:** [1414: Coof Croup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-09 - **Time:** 2:35:31–2:37:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup/chapter/facebook-january-6th-investigation-section-230-regulation.md An investigation by The Washington Post and ProPublica claims Facebook played a key role in spreading "false information" prior to January 6th, with 650,000 messages attacking the election results. Some analysts believe Mark Zuckerberg is negotiating for government regulation as a way to secure a "beautiful exit" and protect the company from competition. Both political parties are increasingly interested in controlling the platform's influence. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regulation.md) ### IRS Leaks and Kamala Harris Border Interview - **Episode:** [1354: FAQs 4 Hacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1354-faqs-4-hacks.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-10 - **Time:** 2:24:25–2:28:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1354-faqs-4-hacks/chapter/irs-leaks-and-kamala-harris-border-interview.md ProPublica released "secret IRS files" detailing the low tax rates paid by the world's wealthiest individuals, a leak the hosts suspect is politically motivated to support new tax legislation. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris faced criticism for an interview with Lester Holt where she awkwardly defended her decision not to visit the U.S.-Mexico border. The hosts interpret her comment about not visiting Europe as a sign of friction between her and the Biden administration. Keywords: [irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [guatemala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guatemala.md), [border](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/border.md), [lester holt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lester-holt.md) ### ProPublica Attack on Podcasting, Apple Directory - **Episode:** [1320: Quarantine Dodgers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1320-quarantine-dodgers.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-11 - **Time:** 2:04:55–2:07:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1320-quarantine-dodgers/chapter/propublica-attack-on-podcasting-apple-directory.md Lydia DePillis of ProPublica authored an article criticizing the lack of "social control" over podcasts and Apple's refusal to censor content in its directory. The hosts argue that journalists are now advocating for the shutdown of free speech and are frustrated that podcasting remains a decentralized medium they cannot easily regulate. Keywords: [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), lydia depillis, [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### College Admissions Scam, Legal Guardianship Tactic - **Episode:** [1160: VAT Camel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1160-vat-camel.md) - **Published:** 2019-08-04 - **Time:** 2:41:02–2:45:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1160-vat-camel/chapter/college-admissions-scam-legal-guardianship-tactic.md A new tactic in college admissions involves wealthy families transferring legal guardianship of their children to individuals with lower incomes. This allows students to qualify for need-based financial aid despite their parents' significant assets, a practice that is currently legal but widely criticized. Keywords: [college admissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/college-admissions.md), [financial aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-aid.md), legal guardianship, [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [illinois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illinois.md) ### Trump Real Estate Practices, Building Name Removals - **Episode:** [1079: Expando-Vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1079-expando-vision.md) - **Published:** 2018-10-22 - **Time:** 2:20:49–2:23:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1079-expando-vision/chapter/trump-real-estate-practices-building-name-removals.md A ProPublica report alleging deceptive practices by the Trump Organization is dismissed as standard behavior in the real estate industry. The segment also notes the removal of the Trump name from several New York City buildings, attributing the change to residents' fears of vandalism and harassment by political opponents rather than declining property values. Keywords: [trump organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-organization.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), property values ### Journalists on Soros-Funded Boards - **Episode:** [1078: Demonation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1078-demonation.md) - **Published:** 2018-10-18 - **Time:** 2:37:54–2:42:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1078-demonation/chapter/journalists-on-soros-funded-boards.md A list of prominent journalists and media executives serving on the boards of organizations funded by George Soros is examined. Figures from CNN, NPR, PBS, and the New York Times are identified as having ties to the Center for Public Integrity and ProPublica. The segment argues that these affiliations represent a conflict of interest that undermines journalistic impartiality. Keywords: [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [christiane amanpour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christiane-amanpour.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md) ### Gina Haspel, ProPublica Retraction on Waterboarding - **Episode:** [1017: Tech Neck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1017-tech-neck.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-18 - **Time:** 2:16:59–2:21:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1017-tech-neck/chapter/gina-haspel-propublica-retraction-on-waterboarding.md ProPublica issued a major retraction regarding its reporting on CIA Director nominee Gina Haspel. The original report incorrectly claimed Haspel was personally involved in the waterboarding of Abu Zubaydah. NPR interviewed ProPublica's editor-in-chief, who admitted the "chief of base" at the time was a different individual. CIA contractor James Mitchell also spoke out, defending Haspel and accusing the media of a smear campaign. Keywords: [gina haspel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gina-haspel.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [waterboarding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waterboarding.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md) ### Tech Company Collaboration, Political Harassment Systems - **Episode:** [967: dotard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-24 - **Time:** 45:15–47:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/tech-company-collaboration-political-harassment-systems.md Facebook is calling for collaboration among tech giants like Google to prevent the misuse of internet platforms. The company is also adapting its anti-bullying systems to specifically target and mitigate "political harassment" during discourse. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [adwords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adwords.md), [anti-bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-bullying.md), political harassment, [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md) ### ProPublica, Facebook Ad Targeting Algorithms - **Episode:** [965: Yanking Mics](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/965-yanking-mics.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-17 - **Time:** 16:55–24:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/965-yanking-mics/chapter/propublica-facebook-ad-targeting-algorithms.md ProPublica conducted an investigation revealing that Facebook's automated advertising platform allowed users to target ads toward anti-Semitic interest categories such as "Jew-hater." The report introduces the concept of psychographic marketing, where advertisers use proxies to reach specific subgroups. NPR disclosed during its coverage that Facebook provides funding for some of its video content. Keywords: [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), psychographic marketing, [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [hate speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hate-speech.md) ### Red Cross Transparency, Hurricane Harvey Relief and NPR Investigation - **Episode:** [961: Big BRICS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-03 - **Time:** 7:38–11:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics/chapter/red-cross-transparency-hurricane-harvey-relief-and-npr-investigation.md The American Red Cross faces scrutiny over its transparency and fund allocation following Hurricane Harvey. A 2014 investigation by NPR and ProPublica, along with a report by Senator Chuck Grassley, highlighted high administrative costs and misstated spending during the Haiti earthquake relief. The organization currently claims 91 cents of every dollar reaches victims, though critics remain skeptical of the executive leadership's accountability. Keywords: [american red cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-red-cross.md), [hurricane harvey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-harvey.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [chuck grassley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-grassley.md), charity watch, [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md) ### Red Cross, Blood Sales and Disaster Relief Criticism - **Episode:** [960: Sandy Super Strong](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/960-sandy-super-strong.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-31 - **Time:** 11:46–13:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/960-sandy-super-strong/chapter/red-cross-blood-sales-and-disaster-relief-criticism.md The American Red Cross faced criticism regarding its transparency and efficiency in handling Hurricane Harvey relief funds. Concerns were raised about the organization's practice of selling donated blood to hospitals as a primary revenue source rather than providing it as a direct charitable service during emergencies. Keywords: [red cross](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-cross.md), [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), [blood donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blood-donation.md), [disaster relief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disaster-relief.md), [revenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenue.md) ### ProPublica Documenting Hate Project and George Soros Funding - **Episode:** [958: The Talking Stick!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/958-the-talking-stick.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-24 - **Time:** 20:23–24:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/958-the-talking-stick/chapter/propublica-documenting-hate-project-and-george-soros-funding.md AC Thompson of ProPublica appeared on C-SPAN to discuss the "Documenting Hate" project, a non-profit initiative to track bias incidents. During the broadcast, a caller questioned Thompson about funding from George Soros, which Thompson claimed he could not confirm. The hosts analyze ProPublica's business model of providing free investigative content to other news outlets and its reliance on large philanthropic donors. Keywords: [propublica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propublica.md), ac thompson, documenting hate, [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [investigative journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investigative-journalism.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md) ### ProPublica Methodology for Tracking Hate Crimes - **Episode:** [958: The Talking Stick!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/958-the-talking-stick.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-24 - **Time:** 24:32–28:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/958-the-talking-stick/chapter/propublica-methodology-for-tracking-hate-crimes.md ProPublica's "Documenting Hate" project seeks to create a new database of hate crimes, claiming that FBI statistics are unreliable because many law enforcement agencies do not participate. The project relies on self-reported stories from individuals who believe they were victims of bias. 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