# Public Figures on The No Agenda Show Public Figures comes up in 5 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2013 to December 2024. - **Chapters:** 5 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** August 2013 – December 2024 - **Related topics:** [Facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [Aging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aging.md), [Cover Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cover-art.md), [Defamation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defamation.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [Forbes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forbes.md), [Intellectual Property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md), [Kathy Griffin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathy-griffin.md), [Libel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libel.md), [Litigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/litigation.md) ## Chapters 1–5 of 5 ### Defamation Law, Libel vs Slander Explained - **Episode:** [1721: Doc Doc Go](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1721-doc-doc-go.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-15 - **Time:** 2:25:02–2:27:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1721-doc-doc-go/chapter/defamation-law-libel-vs-slander-explained.md A guide on the differences between libel (written) and slander (spoken) highlights the legal risks of defamation on social media. The distinction between private and public figures is crucial, as public figures face a higher burden of proof when seeking damages for reputational harm. Keywords: [defamation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/defamation.md), [libel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libel.md), [slander](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slander.md), [public figures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-figures.md), [forbes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/forbes.md) ### Policy on Elon Musk Cover Art - **Episode:** [1446: That 70's Podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-28 - **Time:** 1:42:04–1:45:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast/chapter/policy-on-elon-musk-cover-art.md John C. Dvorak explains the show's policy against using Elon Musk's image for cover art, citing potential legal issues regarding the use of a public figure's likeness for promotion. Beyond legal concerns, Dvorak argues that Musk already receives excessive publicity and that his image is not "attractive" for the show's aesthetic. The hosts contrast this with the use of politicians' images, which are generally considered fair game for satire. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [cover art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cover-art.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), legal issues, [publicity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/publicity.md), [public figures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-figures.md) ### Media Privacy Rights, Public Figure Litigation - **Episode:** [1111: Eleven Eleven](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-11 - **Time:** 18:23–24:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven/chapter/media-privacy-rights-public-figure-litigation.md A discussion on the legal realities of privacy for public figures suggests that Jeff Bezos has little recourse regarding the publication of "newsworthy" personal photos. Despite Bezos's claims of intellectual property rights over his person, the gossip press routinely purchases such materials from third parties. The segment notes that high-profile individuals often struggle with the paranoia of identifying leakers within their inner circles. Keywords: [privacy law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy-law.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md), [public figures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-figures.md), gossip press, [litigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/litigation.md) ### Facebook Public Figure Policy and Content Appeals - **Episode:** [1028: Roscoe!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1028-roscoe.md) - **Published:** 2018-04-26 - **Time:** 1:14:54–1:20:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1028-roscoe/chapter/facebook-public-figure-policy-and-content-appeals.md Facebook's Monica Bickert explains that the platform treats public officials and celebrities differently than private individuals regarding bullying. She states that while threats are removed, the company attempts to distinguish between credible harm and jokes, such as those made by journalists. Facebook is also launching a new process allowing users to appeal moderation decisions, a move the hosts predict will lead to significant administrative trouble for the company. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [public figures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-figures.md), [kathy griffin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathy-griffin.md), content appeals, monica bickert ### Mortality and Social Media in the Digital Age - **Episode:** [537: Thick & Creamy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/537-thick-creamy.md) - **Published:** 2013-08-08 - **Time:** 23:32–25:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/537-thick-creamy/chapter/mortality-and-social-media-in-the-digital-age.md A brief discussion explores the experience of aging and seeing friends and colleagues pass away, particularly within the entertainment industry. The hosts contemplate the isolation of being the last surviving member of a social circle and the emptiness of a Facebook timeline in old age. Keywords: [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mortality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mortality.md), [show business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-business.md), [aging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aging.md), [public figures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-figures.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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