# Rebels on The No Agenda Show

Rebels comes up in 53 chapters across 49 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2009 to March 2025.

- **Chapters:** 53
- **Episodes:** 49
- **Discussed:** April 2009 – March 2025
- **Related topics:** [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [Al-nusra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-nusra.md), [Muammar Gaddafi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muammar-gaddafi.md), [Aleppo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aleppo.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [Isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [James Dean](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-dean.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 53

### DR Congo Mineral Deal, Cobalt Reserves, China Competition

- **Episode:** [1746: Bedtime Hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1746-bedtime-hygiene.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-13
- **Time:** 1:59:01–2:02:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1746-bedtime-hygiene/chapter/dr-congo-mineral-deal-cobalt-reserves-china-competition.md

The Democratic Republic of Congo offers the Trump administration a deal for access to its massive cobalt and lithium reserves in exchange for diplomatic support against Rwanda-backed M23 rebels. While Congo holds the world's largest cobalt reserves, many mining sites are currently owned by Chinese companies. The U.S. State Department is reportedly considering the proposal seriously despite the country's reputation for corruption.

Keywords: dr congo, [cobalt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cobalt.md), [lithium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lithium.md), m23 rebels, [rwanda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rwanda.md)

### Combat Zone Claims, US Military Deployment, Media Fact-Checking

- **Episode:** [1694: Gorgeous](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1694-gorgeous.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-12
- **Time:** 30:52–34:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1694-gorgeous/chapter/combat-zone-claims-us-military-deployment-media-fact-checking.md

Kamala Harris claimed during the debate that no active-duty U.S. military personnel are currently in combat zones, a statement challenged by recent casualties and deployments. U.S. troops remain engaged in operations against ISIS in Iraq and faced fatal attacks in Jordan earlier this year. Additional naval forces continue to engage Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, contradicting the assertion of a peaceful deployment status.

Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [combat zones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/combat-zones.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan.md), [houthi rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houthi-rebels.md)

### Syria Airstrikes, Iranian Proxies and Naval Deterrence

- **Episode:** [1606: Food Noise](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise.md)
- **Published:** 2023-11-09
- **Time:** 2:04:04–2:07:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise/chapter/syria-airstrikes-iranian-proxies-and-naval-deterrence.md

The U.S. military launched airstrikes against Iranian-linked weapon storage facilities in Syria following 40 attacks on U.S. troops. The Pentagon has deployed a second aircraft carrier and a nuclear submarine to the region as a message of deterrence to Iran and its proxies.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [airstrikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstrikes.md), uss eisenhower, [houthi rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houthi-rebels.md)

### San Francisco Autonomous Vehicle Protests, Safe Street Rebel

- **Episode:** [1585: Uptick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1585-uptick.md)
- **Published:** 2023-08-27
- **Time:** 11:23–13:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1585-uptick/chapter/san-francisco-autonomous-vehicle-protests-safe-street-rebel.md

Protesters in San Francisco, organized under the "Safe Street Rebel" group, have discovered that placing orange traffic cones on the hoods of Waymo and Cruise autonomous vehicles causes the cars to malfunction and stop. This "monkey business activism" follows reports of self-driving cars blocking emergency vehicles and fire trucks. Consequently, city officials have ordered Cruise to reduce its fleet size by half until safety concerns are addressed.

Keywords: [waymo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waymo.md), [cruise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cruise.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), safe street rebel, [autonomous vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autonomous-vehicles.md)

### Rebel News, Confronting Albert Bourla and Klaus Schwab

- **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md)
- **Published:** 2023-01-19
- **Time:** 29:25–34:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/rebel-news-confronting-albert-bourla-and-klaus-schwab.md

Reporters from Rebel News hounded Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla on the streets of Davos, questioning him about vaccine transmission claims and corporate profits. A separate attempt by an independent Japanese journalist to interview Klaus Schwab failed after she identified herself as "independent," causing Schwab to end the interaction. The hosts remark on the lack of visible security for these high-profile figures in Switzerland.

Keywords: rebel news, [albert bourla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/albert-bourla.md), [klaus schwab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klaus-schwab.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [citizen journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/citizen-journalism.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md)

### Canadian Biker Rally and Protester Confrontation in Ottawa

- **Episode:** [1447: G.E.R.M.](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m.md)
- **Published:** 2022-05-01
- **Time:** 37:27–44:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m/chapter/canadian-biker-rally-and-protester-confrontation-in-ottawa.md

A biker rally known as Rolling Thunder arrived in Ottawa, prompting a heavy police presence and comparisons to the earlier Freedom Convoy. Rebel News captured footage of a counter-protester who expressed extreme distress over the presence of the bikers, citing concerns about "nebulous freedom" and "bodily autonomy." The woman’s refusal to engage in further comment after her initial outburst became a point of analysis regarding media-driven "derangement."

Keywords: [ottawa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ottawa.md), rolling thunder, biker rally, [freedom convoy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freedom-convoy.md), rebel news, [bodily autonomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bodily-autonomy.md)

### Wuhan Punk Scene, Underground Rebels and Show Outro

- **Episode:** [1294: Ephemeral Experience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience.md)
- **Published:** 2020-11-13
- **Time:** 3:26:09–3:27:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience/chapter/wuhan-punk-scene-underground-rebels-and-show-outro.md

Wuhan, China, is identified as the birthplace of the Chinese underground punk scene, with bands like SMZB performing at local venues like Box. Despite the CCP's crackdowns on rebellious subcultures, these "punks" represent a spirit of resistance that the hosts find commendable. The show concluded with a salute to these global rebels and a reminder of the upcoming Sunday broadcast.

Keywords: [wuhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan.md), punk music, [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebels.md), smzb

### Ezra Levant, The Rebel, Mayo Clinic Health Passport

- **Episode:** [1290: Hairy Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs.md)
- **Published:** 2020-10-31
- **Time:** 56:05–58:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs/chapter/ezra-levant-the-rebel-mayo-clinic-health-passport.md

Ezra Levant of The Rebel is mentioned regarding his coverage of the leaked Canadian memo, which he initially dismissed as a fake. The discussion then pivots to a real-world initiative by the Mayo Clinic and Safe Health Group to launch a digital "health passport." This app is designed to track COVID-19 status as well as other medical conditions, fulfilling predictions of a centralized digital health ID.

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### Canadian Media Deconstruction and The Rebel

- **Episode:** [1213: Kung Flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1213-kung-flu.md)
- **Published:** 2020-02-06
- **Time:** 1:34:37–1:37:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1213-kung-flu/chapter/canadian-media-deconstruction-and-the-rebel.md

A listener from Calgary asks for Canadian media deconstruction sources, and the hosts recommend Ezra Levant's "The Rebel." They discuss the $600 million government subsidy for "good media" in Canada. The segment includes a "Klobuchar" jingle and a discussion on the phrase "that sounds pretty good."

Keywords: [calgary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/calgary.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), the rebel, [ezra levant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ezra-levant.md), [media deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-deconstruction.md)

### Anonymous in Chicago, Rebel Pundit and Media Deconstruction

- **Episode:** [1199: Slackified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-19
- **Time:** 1:36:43–1:39:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified/chapter/anonymous-in-chicago-rebel-pundit-and-media-deconstruction.md

A first-time donor from Chicago contributes $333.33 after being introduced to the show by "Rebel Pundit." The donor describes how the show's media deconstruction helped their "amygdala return to its normal healthy size." They request classic audio clips of Barack Obama and plan to eventually seek knighthood.

Keywords: [anonymous](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous.md), rebel pundit, [media deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-deconstruction.md), [amygdala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amygdala.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

### Rebels Depot Fashion, Small Business Support

- **Episode:** [1167: Nine Dash Line](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1167-nine-dash-line.md)
- **Published:** 2019-10-06
- **Time:** 1:41:43–1:44:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1167-nine-dash-line/chapter/rebels-depot-fashion-small-business-support.md

Matthew Barr from Ontario introduces his small business, Rebels Depot, which specializes in alternative and steampunk fashion. He offers a discount code for listeners and requests the "I've Got Ants" song for his children.

Keywords: rebels depot, [steampunk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steampunk.md), skull fashion, [ontario](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ontario.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md)

### Saudi Arabia Oil Facility Drone Strikes, Houthi Rebel Claims

- **Episode:** [1173: Vinyl Vote](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1173-vinyl-vote.md)
- **Published:** 2019-09-19
- **Time:** 13:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1173-vinyl-vote/chapter/saudi-arabia-oil-facility-drone-strikes-houthi-rebel-claims.md

Saudi Arabia's Abqaiq refinery and Khurais oil field were targeted by drone strikes, disrupting 10% of global oil production. While Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for the ten-drone swarm, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo alleged Iranian involvement, citing a lack of evidence that the launch originated from Yemen. Reports from sources in the region suggest the projectiles may have been cruise missiles rather than standard drones due to the 500-mile range required for the mission.

Keywords: [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), abqaiq refinery, [houthi rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houthi-rebels.md), [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), [drone strikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drone-strikes.md), [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md)

### Canadian Media Subsidies, Trusted News Organizations

- **Episode:** [1088: Three Chambers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-25
- **Time:** 1:41:02–1:43:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers/chapter/canadian-media-subsidies-trusted-news-organizations.md

The Trudeau government announced a $600 million aid package for local Canadian media outlets to combat dwindling revenues. The funding includes tax credits for labor costs and digital subscriptions but is restricted to "trusted news organizations." Critics, including Rebel Media, argue this is a "slush fund" designed to ensure favorable coverage ahead of the next election.

Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [media subsidies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-subsidies.md), [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md), [cbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbc.md), rebel media, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [tax credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-credits.md)

### Nikki Haley Displays Iranian Missile Evidence at UN

- **Episode:** [995: Missile by Nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/995-missile-by-nike.md)
- **Published:** 2018-01-02
- **Time:** 24:48–29:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/995-missile-by-nike/chapter/nikki-haley-displays-iranian-missile-evidence-at-un.md

UN Ambassador Nikki Haley presented fragments of a missile launched by Houthi rebels at Saudi Arabia, claiming the Iranian logo on the debris serves as irrefutable evidence of treaty violations. Critics argue the hardware appears to be a modified Russian Scud-B missile and suggest the presentation was a staged "dog and pony show" to justify a U.S. withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

Keywords: [nikki haley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikki-haley.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [iran nuclear deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-nuclear-deal.md), [houthi rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houthi-rebels.md), scud missile

### Knighting Ceremony for Sir Ryan

- **Episode:** [938: Humalgo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-15
- **Time:** 2:29:27–2:32:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/938-humalgo/chapter/knighting-ceremony-for-sir-ryan.md

A formal knighthood is bestowed upon Ryan Clare, who is named "Sir Ryan, Knight of the Geddes Rebel Faction." The ceremony includes the traditional list of "hookers and blow" and other humorous provisions for the new knight.

Keywords: [sir ryan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-ryan.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), geddes rebel faction, [mutton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mutton.md), [mead](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mead.md)

### Sean Spicer, Iran Gaffe and Houthi Attack

- **Episode:** [901: Men in Skirts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/901-men-in-skirts.md)
- **Published:** 2017-02-05
- **Time:** 1:40:24–1:42:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/901-men-in-skirts/chapter/sean-spicer-iran-gaffe-and-houthi-attack.md

White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer mistakenly claimed that Iran had attacked a U.S. naval vessel. He was actually referring to a Houthi rebel attack on a Saudi ship off the coast of Yemen. The gaffe was used by critics to suggest the administration is looking for a pretext for conflict with Iran.

Keywords: [sean spicer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-spicer.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [houthi rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/houthi-rebels.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md)

### Tulsi Gabbard's Fact-Finding Mission to Syria

- **Episode:** [898: Chain of Lies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/898-chain-of-lies.md)
- **Published:** 2017-01-26
- **Time:** 2:01:18–2:06:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/898-chain-of-lies/chapter/tulsi-gabbard-s-fact-finding-mission-to-syria.md

Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard traveled to Syria to meet with President Bashar al-Assad and civilians in Aleppo and Damascus. In an interview with Jake Tapper, she reported that Syrian citizens questioned why the U.S. is arming "moderate rebels" who are indistinguishable from terrorist groups like Al-Nusra and ISIS. Gabbard emphasized that peace requires talking to enemies and that the Syrian people, not the U.S. government, should determine their country's future.

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### Lawrence Wilkerson, Syrian Rebel Training

- **Episode:** [886: Exodus of Misery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-15
- **Time:** 1:58:21–2:00:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery/chapter/lawrence-wilkerson-syrian-rebel-training.md

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, former aide to Colin Powell, notes that the rebels in Aleppo were equipped and trained by outside forces, not Moscow. He expresses doubt that there was ever a significant force of "Jeffersonian Democrats" fighting Assad on the ground. He observes that the current media strategy is to simply "blame Russia" for every development in the conflict.

Keywords: [lawrence wilkerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawrence-wilkerson.md), [colin powell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colin-powell.md), [aleppo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aleppo.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebels.md)

### Internal Obama Administration Conflicts over Syria

- **Episode:** [884: Lane Splitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/884-lane-splitter.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-08
- **Time:** 2:49:02–2:52:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/884-lane-splitter/chapter/internal-obama-administration-conflicts-over-syria.md

Former CIA employee Larry Johnson suggests that John Kerry's diplomatic efforts with Russia are being undermined by a "camp" within the Obama administration led by Susan Rice and Samantha Power. This faction, supported by the CIA, reportedly favors continued support for Syrian rebels, many of whom are radical Islamists. The hosts theorize that Kerry may not be "read in" on the CIA's long-term master plan for the region.

Keywords: [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebels.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

### Russian Perspective on the Battle for Aleppo

- **Episode:** [878: Pet a Pony](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/878-pet-a-pony.md)
- **Published:** 2016-11-17
- **Time:** 2:21:02–2:25:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/878-pet-a-pony/chapter/russian-perspective-on-the-battle-for-aleppo.md

A report from the Russian perspective claims that jihadist groups in Eastern Aleppo are using civilians as human shields and launching chemical attacks. The report asserts that Russian jets have not conducted strikes in the city for four weeks, contradicting U.S. claims. The hosts note that both sides in the conflict are likely disseminating propaganda.

Keywords: [aleppo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aleppo.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [al-nusra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-nusra.md), [chlorine gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chlorine-gas.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebels.md)

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