# Rare Earth Minerals on The No Agenda Show

Rare Earth Minerals comes up in 20 chapters across 19 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2012 to May 2026.

- **Chapters:** 20
- **Episodes:** 19
- **Discussed:** April 2012 – May 2026
- **Related topics:** [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [Greenland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenland.md), [Marco Rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [Volodymyr Zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [European Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [Rare Earth Elements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-elements.md), [Scott Bessent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-bessent.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 20

### TSMC and the Rare Earth Defense Fund

- **Episode:** [1868: Lubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-14
- **Time:** 52:55–55:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio/chapter/tsmc-and-the-rare-earth-defense-fund.md

The discussion shifts to the strategic importance of Taiwan due to TSMC's semiconductor production. The hosts question why the U.S. would defend Taiwan if China could simply be incentivized to keep the chips flowing. They also mention a new "Rare Earth Fund" managed by the U.S. War Department, which allows companies to borrow money to develop domestic mineral resources.

Keywords: [tsmc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsmc.md), [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), war department, [chips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chips.md), [semiconductors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semiconductors.md)

### Central Asian Summit and the Abraham Accords

- **Episode:** [1815: Attunement](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1815-attunement.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-09
- **Time:** 1:31:56–1:35:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1815-attunement/chapter/central-asian-summit-and-the-abraham-accords.md

Kazakhstan has officially agreed to join the Abraham Accords following a summit between the US and several Central Asian heads of state. The region, which includes Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Kyrgyzstan, is becoming a focal point for US diplomacy due to its abundance of rare earth minerals. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to visit the "Stans" in 2026 to strengthen ties and counter Russian and Chinese influence.

Keywords: [kazakhstan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kazakhstan.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [abraham accords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-accords.md), [central asia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-asia.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [boeing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing.md)

### Rare Earth Minerals and Anti-Male TikTok

- **Episode:** [1814: Needle Drop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1814-needle-drop.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-06
- **Time:** 1:57:30–2:00:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1814-needle-drop/chapter/rare-earth-minerals-and-anti-male-tiktok.md

A brief discussion on the need to restart rare earth mineral processing in the U.S. and Australia is followed by a viral TikTok clip. In the video, a woman suggests repealing men's right to vote and putting "straight white men with podcasts" in cages. The hosts use the clip as a humorous transition into the show's break.

Keywords: [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [gender politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-politics.md), [19th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/19th-amendment.md)

### Australia Critical Minerals Deal and Supply Chains

- **Episode:** [1810: golfball](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1810-golfball.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-23
- **Time:** 52:45–57:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1810-golfball/chapter/australia-critical-minerals-deal-and-supply-chains.md

Donald Trump and Anthony Albanese sign an $8.5 billion critical minerals agreement aimed at strengthening supply chains. The segment highlights Australia's rare earth processing efforts, including plants in Kalgoorlie and near Perth, and debates whether the United States can secure supply outside China.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [critical minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/critical-minerals.md), rare earths, linas

### US-China Competition over Cook Islands Minerals

- **Episode:** [1788: chatJCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1788-chatjcd.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-07
- **Time:** 2:26:14–2:34:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1788-chatjcd/chapter/us-china-competition-over-cook-islands-minerals.md

The U.S. State Department has entered talks with the Cook Islands regarding seabed mineral research to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific. The FBI recently opened an office in New Zealand to monitor CCP activity in the region. The U.S. is attempting to secure domestic and allied sources of rare earth minerals, which are currently 90% controlled by China.

Keywords: [cook islands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cook-islands.md), seabed mining, [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md)

### Lindsey Graham Sledgehammer Sanctions, Ukraine Minerals Agreement

- **Episode:** [1781: Cluster 1](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1781-cluster-1.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-13
- **Time:** 1:21:46–1:25:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1781-cluster-1/chapter/lindsey-graham-sledgehammer-sanctions-ukraine-minerals-agreement.md

Senator Lindsey Graham proposes a "sledgehammer" sanctions package that would allow 500% tariffs on countries like China, India, and Brazil that continue to buy Russian oil. Graham also highlights a trillion-dollar minerals agreement with Ukraine, suggesting the war's resolution is tied to securing these resources.

Keywords: [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md)

### US-Ukraine Critical Minerals and Reconstruction Deal

- **Episode:** [1760: Mercenary Spyware](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1760-mercenary-spyware.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-01
- **Time:** 56:16–1:00:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1760-mercenary-spyware/chapter/us-ukraine-critical-minerals-and-reconstruction-deal.md

The U.S. and Ukraine have signed a breakthrough agreement granting the United States access to Ukraine's vast critical mineral resources, including graphite and uranium. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signed the pact, which intends to use mineral wealth as a financial guarantee for future military aid and reconstruction funds. Critics point out that Ukraine currently lacks the mining infrastructure and processing capacity to fulfill the deal's promises immediately.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [scott bessent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-bessent.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), graphite, [uranium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uranium.md)

### Marco Rubio, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rare Earth Minerals

- **Episode:** [1759: Eat The Babies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-27
- **Time:** 45:20–48:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies/chapter/marco-rubio-democratic-republic-of-congo-rare-earth-minerals.md

The U.S. brokered a "pathway to peace" agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. The deal is linked to billions of dollars in potential U.S. investment in the DRC's mineral wealth, specifically cobalt, gold, and copper. The hosts discuss the strategic importance of these rare earth minerals and the current global reliance on China for mineral processing.

Keywords: [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [rwanda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rwanda.md), [drc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drc.md), [cobalt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cobalt.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md)

### Marco Rubio CNN Interview, Zelensky Apology Demand

- **Episode:** [1743: MAGAREXIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1743-magarexia.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-02
- **Time:** 49:59–54:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1743-magarexia/chapter/marco-rubio-cnn-interview-zelensky-apology-demand.md

Senator Marco Rubio appeared on CNN to demand an apology from President Zelensky for his "antagonistic" behavior during diplomatic meetings. Rubio argued that Zelensky's public statements undermined efforts to reach a peace deal. Meanwhile, reports suggest Russia may offer the U.S. a better deal on rare earth minerals than Ukraine, further complicating the negotiation landscape.

Keywords: [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [caitlin collins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caitlin-collins.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md)

### Ukraine Mineral Deal, $500 Billion Reconstruction

- **Episode:** [1742: Golden Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-27
- **Time:** 2:50:04–2:53:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop/chapter/ukraine-mineral-deal-500-billion-reconstruction.md

Ukraine and the U.S. have reached a tentative deal for the joint exploitation of Ukraine's mineral resources, including lithium, titanium, and graphite. The agreement involves a fund where Ukraine contributes 50% of revenues to repay the U.S. for military and economic aid. While the World Bank estimates reconstruction costs at over $500 billion, the new deal focuses on using Ukraine's natural wealth as collateral for security guarantees.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [rare earth metals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-metals.md), [lithium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lithium.md), [titanium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/titanium.md), [mineral resources](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mineral-resources.md)

### Trump-Zelensky Conflict, Missing Funds, and Rare Earth Minerals

- **Episode:** [1740: DOGE-CAM](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-20
- **Time:** 53:37–56:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam/chapter/trump-zelensky-conflict-missing-funds-and-rare-earth-minerals.md

Donald Trump criticized President Zelensky on social media, labeling him a "dictator" and questioning the location of missing US aid funds. Tensions escalated over Zelensky's 4% approval rating claims and a failed meeting between Scott Bessent and Ukrainian leadership regarding mineral rights.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [disinformation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disinformation.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [scott bessent](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-bessent.md)

### Ukraine Rare Earth Minerals, Zelensky Investment Dispute

- **Episode:** [1739: Hypophora](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-16
- **Time:** 44:50–47:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora/chapter/ukraine-rare-earth-minerals-zelensky-investment-dispute.md

President Volodymyr Zelensky has reportedly blocked an agreement that would have given the United States access to Ukraine's vast rare earth mineral reserves. Zelensky argued the deal focused too heavily on U.S. interests without providing concrete security guarantees for Ukraine. The Trump administration sought these minerals to reduce dependence on China, but negotiations have stalled due to concerns over Ukrainian corruption and investment terms.

Keywords: [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md), [aerospace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aerospace.md)

### Strategic Importance of Greenland and Rare Earth Minerals

- **Episode:** [1738: Swasticars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1738-swasticars.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-13
- **Time:** 1:14:02–1:18:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1738-swasticars/chapter/strategic-importance-of-greenland-and-rare-earth-minerals.md

The Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing on Greenland's geostrategic importance, focusing on its vast reserves of rare earth elements and new Arctic shipping lanes. Experts suggested the U.S. could pursue a "Compact of Free Association" with Greenland, similar to agreements with the Marshall Islands, rather than a direct purchase. Representative Buddy Carter has introduced a bill to authorize negotiations for the territory.

Keywords: [greenland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenland.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [arctic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arctic.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), compact of free association

### U.S. Strategy for Ukraine Peace and Rare Earth Guarantees

- **Episode:** [1738: Swasticars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1738-swasticars.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-13
- **Time:** 1:28:54–1:33:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1738-swasticars/chapter/u-s-strategy-for-ukraine-peace-and-rare-earth-guarantees.md

The Trump administration has signaled that NATO membership for Ukraine is not a realistic outcome of a negotiated settlement. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that peacekeepers should be non-NATO and that no U.S. troops will be deployed. Additionally, the U.S. is exploring an agreement where Ukraine's rare earth minerals would serve as a guarantee for the repayment of military aid.

Keywords: [pete hegseth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-hegseth.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [donbas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donbas.md), nato membership

### Ukraine Rare Earth Minerals, EU Defense Spending

- **Episode:** [1736: The Blurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-06
- **Time:** 1:30:01–1:33:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt/chapter/ukraine-rare-earth-minerals-eu-defense-spending.md

Donald Trump proposed a deal with Ukraine to secure U.S. aid using the country's valuable rare earth mineral deposits as a guarantee. Simultaneously, the European Union is exploring a 500 billion euro investment to strengthen its own defense capabilities. NATO's Mark Rutte warned EU leaders that they cannot easily replace American military protection or the existing security pact.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [mark rutte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-rutte.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md)

### Strategic Importance of Purchasing Greenland

- **Episode:** [1728: Hatchet Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1728-hatchet-man.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-09
- **Time:** 43:31–46:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1728-hatchet-man/chapter/strategic-importance-of-purchasing-greenland.md

A background report from Turkish radio outlines the strategic value of Greenland to the United States, citing its proximity to New York, its role in missile defense, and its vast deposits of rare earth minerals. The history of U.S. interest in the island, dating back to 1867, is reviewed following Donald Trump Jr.'s recent visit.

Keywords: [greenland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenland.md), [donald trump jr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump-jr.md), [denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), thule air base

### Greenland Rare Earth Minerals and EU Diplomatic Presence

- **Episode:** [1644: Shock Opera](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1644-shock-opera.md)
- **Published:** 2024-03-23
- **Time:** 2:01:52–2:04:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1644-shock-opera/chapter/greenland-rare-earth-minerals-and-eu-diplomatic-presence.md

The European Union has opened a diplomatic office in Nuuk, Greenland, to secure access to the island's vast reserves of rare earth minerals. This move follows Donald Trump's 2019 proposal to purchase the territory, which was dismissed as "absurd" by Danish officials at the time. The melting of Arctic ice has made Greenland's mineral wealth increasingly accessible for the production of green technologies like wind turbines and electric car batteries.

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### Trump Afghanistan Strategy, Rare Earth Minerals

- **Episode:** [952: iChip®](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/952-ichip.md)
- **Published:** 2017-08-03
- **Time:** 2:39:47–2:48:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/952-ichip/chapter/trump-afghanistan-strategy-rare-earth-minerals.md

President Trump reportedly expressed extreme frustration with his military advisors over the lack of progress in Afghanistan, comparing the situation to a poorly managed restaurant renovation. Trump is particularly concerned that China is profiting from Afghanistan's rare earth minerals while the US bears the military cost. Additionally, Sebastian Gorka defends the transgender military ban, citing high suicide rates within the community as a reason for exclusion from high-pressure combat roles.

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### Joe Biden, Mongolia Gold Rush, Ninja Miners

- **Episode:** [503: Ninjas in Mongolia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/503-ninjas-in-mongolia.md)
- **Published:** 2013-04-11
- **Time:** 43:25–47:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/503-ninjas-in-mongolia/chapter/joe-biden-mongolia-gold-rush-ninja-miners.md

Vice President Joe Biden's mention of Mongolia's prosperity is identified as a "tell" for U.S. interests in the region's mineral wealth. Mongolia is currently experiencing a gold rush involving 60,000 "ninja miners" who pan for gold in rivers. The discussion suggests the U.S. may be interested in Mongolia's rare earth elements, which are critical for modern technology and currently dominated by China.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [mongolia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mongolia.md), [gold rush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gold-rush.md), ninja miners, [rare earth elements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-elements.md)

### African Mineral Wealth and Hillary Clinton in Colombia

- **Episode:** [400: This is How We Spin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/400-this-is-how-we-spin.md)
- **Published:** 2012-04-15
- **Time:** 1:14:58–1:21:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/400-this-is-how-we-spin/chapter/african-mineral-wealth-and-hillary-clinton-in-colombia.md

The Democratic Republic of Congo is highlighted for its $24 trillion in unmapped mineral wealth, including coltan and tantalum essential for electronics. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was photographed dancing at a nightclub in Cartagena during the Summit of the Americas. The hosts suggest these social displays distract from the serious geopolitical maneuvering for African resources.

Keywords: [congo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congo.md), [minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/minerals.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), cartagena, [rare earth elements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-elements.md)

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