# Ralph Nader on The No Agenda Show Ralph Nader comes up in 11 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2007 to December 2019. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** October 2007 – December 2019 - **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Ross Perot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ross-perot.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Anwar Al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [Bob Barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-barr.md), [Congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [Constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [Corporate Welfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-welfare.md), [Corporatism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporatism.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Ralph Nader on Narrow Impeachment Grounds - **Episode:** [1202: Invidious Phobias](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-29 - **Time:** 1:10:47–1:13:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias/chapter/ralph-nader-on-narrow-impeachment-grounds.md Consumer advocate Ralph Nader criticizes Nancy Pelosi for pursuing impeachment on grounds that are too narrow. Nader argues that Trump should be impeached for "abetting the climate crisis" and other broader issues of corruption. Keywords: [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), fake president ### Howard Schultz, Independent Presidential Run - **Episode:** [1108: Sarcasm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-01 - **Time:** 1:34:04–1:42:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/howard-schultz-independent-presidential-run.md The media and Democratic Party react with "panic" to former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz's announcement that he is considering an independent run for president. A montage of news clips shows pundits claiming Schultz's candidacy would be a "gift to Donald Trump" and could "destroy democracy." The hosts compare the situation to Ross Perot's 1992 run and Ralph Nader's 2000 run, noting the intense pressure on Schultz to run as a Democrat instead. Keywords: [howard schultz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-schultz.md), [starbucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starbucks.md), [ross perot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ross-perot.md), [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [third party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/third-party.md) ### Climate Change Filibuster, Showtime Series, Hollywood Activism - **Episode:** [600: Seven Proxies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/600-seven-proxies.md) - **Published:** 2014-03-20 - **Time:** 2:30:51–2:35:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/600-seven-proxies/chapter/climate-change-filibuster-showtime-series-hollywood-activism.md Senate Democrats staged an all-night filibuster to urge action on global warming, a move praised by Ralph Nader. Simultaneously, Showtime promoted "Years of Living Dangerously," a documentary series produced by James Cameron featuring celebrities like Matt Damon and Arnold Schwarzenegger. The hosts characterize the media blitz as an "alarmist" spectacle designed to create a sense of emergency. Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), edward markey, [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [james cameron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-cameron.md), [matt damon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-damon.md), [showtime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/showtime.md) ### Ralph Nader on Corporate Welfare and Fascism - **Episode:** [458: Punch a Puppy!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/458-punch-a-puppy.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-04 - **Time:** 2:14:32–2:16:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/458-punch-a-puppy/chapter/ralph-nader-on-corporate-welfare-and-fascism.md Ralph Nader is featured in a clip discussing "corporate welfare" and the collusion between giant corporations and the government. He argues that both parties support subsidies and bailouts that undermine market discipline. The hosts equate this "corporatism" with the classic definition of fascism, where the state and corporate interests become indistinguishable. Keywords: [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [corporate welfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporate-welfare.md), [crony capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crony-capitalism.md), [fascism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fascism.md), [corporatism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corporatism.md) ### Ralph Nader and Gary Johnson End-of-Show Mashup - **Episode:** [458: Punch a Puppy!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/458-punch-a-puppy.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-04 - **Time:** 2:31:50–2:36:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/458-punch-a-puppy/chapter/ralph-nader-and-gary-johnson-end-of-show-mashup.md The episode ends with a series of clips from Ralph Nader and Gary Johnson. Nader calls for a reduction in the $800 billion military budget and criticizes the power of Congress. Johnson encourages voters to "vote libertarian just this one time" to escape the current "tyranny." The segment highlights the marginalization of third parties in the US political system. Keywords: [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [gary johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gary-johnson.md), [military budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-budget.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [gerrymandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerrymandering.md) ### Iranian Nuclear Ambitions and Russian Buffer States - **Episode:** [361: The Fact of the Bladder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/361-the-fact-of-the-bladder.md) - **Published:** 2011-12-01 - **Time:** 1:31:20–1:35:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/361-the-fact-of-the-bladder/chapter/iranian-nuclear-ambitions-and-russian-buffer-states.md A discussion on the strategic reality of an Iranian nuclear weapon suggests that Iran would be unable to use such a device due to guaranteed retaliation. Pat Buchanan and Ralph Nader are cited discussing how US foreign policy has encroached on Russian borders by establishing military bases in former Soviet territories like Poland. The hosts argue this validates Russian fears of Western aggression. Keywords: [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [pat buchanan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pat-buchanan.md), [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md) ### Ralph Nader on Occupy Wall Street, Corporate Hijacking - **Episode:** [346: The Indignati](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/346-the-indignati.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-09 - **Time:** 10:11–13:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/346-the-indignati/chapter/ralph-nader-on-occupy-wall-street-corporate-hijacking.md Ralph Nader appears on Judge Napolitano's show to discuss similarities between the Tea Party and Occupy Wall Street, arguing both were subject to hijacking by corporate interests. Media outlets are accused of setting up the protests as a wedge for the Obama administration. The segment notes the delayed media coverage of the movement which officially began on September 17. Keywords: [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [judge napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/judge-napolitano.md), [tea party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tea-party.md), corporatist republicans, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [unabomber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unabomber.md) ### Ralph Nader on Presidential Dictatorship, Libya War - **Episode:** [346: The Indignati](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/346-the-indignati.md) - **Published:** 2011-10-09 - **Time:** 1:30:48–1:34:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/346-the-indignati/chapter/ralph-nader-on-presidential-dictatorship-libya-war.md Ralph Nader criticizes President Obama for acting as "judge, jury, and executioner" in the killing of American citizens. Nader argues that Obama has outdone George W. Bush in unconstitutional behavior, specifically citing the unauthorized military intervention in Libya. He describes the current presidency as a dictatorship that ignores Congress. Keywords: [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [anwar al-awlaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anwar-al-awlaki.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [war powers resolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-powers-resolution.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md) ### Ralph Nader Criticizes Obama for War Crimes - **Episode:** [289: Chillin' & Killin'](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/289-chillin-killin.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-24 - **Time:** 7:43–10:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/289-chillin-killin/chapter/ralph-nader-criticizes-obama-for-war-crimes.md Ralph Nader argues that President Barack Obama is committing the same war crimes as George W. Bush and Dick Cheney by continuing unconstitutional wars in Asia and slaughtering innocents. Nader calls for the rule of law and the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan and Iraq, noting that the majority of soldiers view the conflicts as quagmires. Keywords: [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md) ### Ron Paul, Third Party Endorsements - **Episode:** [47: Kill Bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/47-kill-bill.md) - **Published:** 2008-09-13 - **Time:** 1:30:08–1:34:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/47-kill-bill/chapter/ron-paul-third-party-endorsements.md Ron Paul held a press conference to highlight third-party alternatives, including Bob Barr (Libertarian), Chuck Baldwin (Constitution Party), Cynthia McKinney (Green Party), and Ralph Nader. While Paul did not endorse a single candidate, he encouraged voters to look beyond the two-party system. The event received minimal mainstream media coverage despite the high profile of the participants. Keywords: [ron paul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-paul.md), [bob barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-barr.md), chuck baldwin, [cynthia mckinney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cynthia-mckinney.md), [ralph nader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ralph-nader.md) ### Independent Candidacy, Ross Perot and Ralph Nader - **Episode:** [1: No Agenda 001](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1-no-agenda-001.md) - **Published:** 2007-10-26 - **Time:** 18:09–20:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1-no-agenda-001/chapter/independent-candidacy-ross-perot-and-ralph-nader.md The discussion evaluates the viability of running for president as an independent, referencing Ralph Nader and Ross Perot. 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