# Ron Desantis on The No Agenda Show Ron Desantis comes up in 123 chapters across 95 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2018 to September 2025. - **Chapters:** 123 - **Episodes:** 95 - **Discussed:** September 2018 – September 2025 - **Related topics:** [Florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [2024 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md), [Nikki Haley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikki-haley.md), [Gavin Newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [Greg Abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Chris Christie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-christie.md), [Covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [Disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 123 ### Joseph Ladapo, Florida Vaccine Mandate Removal - **Episode:** [1796: Zeds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-04 - **Time:** 52:30–57:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds/chapter/joseph-ladapo-florida-vaccine-mandate-removal.md Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo and Governor Ron DeSantis announced plans to end all vaccine mandates in Florida law, including those for daycare and schools. Ladapo framed the decision as a matter of "medical freedom" and bodily autonomy, stating that the government does not have the right to dictate what individuals put into their bodies. Keywords: [joseph ladapo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-ladapo.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [vaccine mandates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-mandates.md), [medical freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-freedom.md) ### Trump Administration Push for New 2030 Census Recount - **Episode:** [1790: Florida Ounce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-14 - **Time:** 17:28–23:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce/chapter/trump-administration-push-for-new-2030-census-recount.md President Trump and allies, including Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and Governor Ron DeSantis, are calling for a new census to be conducted before 2030. The proposal aims to exclude non-citizens from the population counts used for redistricting House seats. The ACLU has signaled it will challenge any attempt to alter the "whole number of persons" requirement established by the 14th Amendment. Keywords: [census bureau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/census-bureau.md), [commerce department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commerce-department.md), [marjorie taylor greene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marjorie-taylor-greene.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [aclu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aclu.md) ### Alligator Alcatraz Detention Center, Florida Everglades Airstrip - **Episode:** [1785: Mackerels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-27 - **Time:** 1:43:19–1:47:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels/chapter/alligator-alcatraz-detention-center-florida-everglades-airstrip.md Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has opened a migrant detention center, nicknamed "Alligator Alcatraz," on a remote Everglades airstrip originally designed for the Concorde. The facility is intended to serve as a deterrent to illegal immigration, with Florida seeking $450 million in FEMA reimbursements for its operation. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), everglades, alligator alcatraz, [fema](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema.md) ### Florida Child Labor Law Debates and Apprenticeships - **Episode:** [1753: Local Jamoke](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-06 - **Time:** 2:59:11–3:11:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke/chapter/florida-child-labor-law-debates-and-apprenticeships.md The Florida legislature is debating bills to loosen child labor laws, potentially allowing 16-year-olds to work longer hours on school nights. Governor Ron DeSantis defended the idea, arguing that teenagers should learn "soft skills" and work part-time rather than the state relying on illegal immigration for labor. The hosts support the return of apprenticeships and criticize the media for framing youth employment as the creation of a "permanent underclass." Keywords: [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [child labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-labor.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [apprenticeships](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apprenticeships.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md) ### Governor Leadership Comparisons, Social Justice vs. Social Distancing - **Episode:** [1722: This Actually Happened!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-19 - **Time:** 1:01:03–1:02:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened/chapter/governor-leadership-comparisons-social-justice-vs-social-distancing.md Media coverage contrasted the leadership of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, often praising Cuomo as an "acting president." However, the narrative shifted as massive crowds gathered for George Floyd protests, leading to concerns about "super spreader" events. Officials warned that choosing social justice over social distancing could intensify the spread of the virus. Keywords: [andrew cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), george floyd protests, [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md), super spreaders ### Ron DeSantis and Kash Patel as Potential Alternatives - **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-05 - **Time:** 43:23–48:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/ron-desantis-and-kash-patel-as-potential-alternatives.md Reports suggest Donald Trump may be considering Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as a potential alternative for Secretary of Defense if Pete Hegseth's nomination fails. This move would potentially open a Senate seat for Lara Trump, as Marco Rubio vacates his seat for the State Department. Meanwhile, Kash Patel continues to be viewed as the primary "wild card" capable of aggressively dismantling existing bureaucracy. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), lara trump, [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [secretary of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-of-defense.md), [devin nunes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/devin-nunes.md) ### Hurricane Milton, Florida Tornadoes, Governor Ron DeSantis - **Episode:** [1702: Sloppin' Hopper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1702-sloppin-hopper.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-10 - **Time:** 5:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1702-sloppin-hopper/chapter/hurricane-milton-florida-tornadoes-governor-ron-desantis.md Governor Ron DeSantis receives praise for his administrative competence during Hurricane Milton, specifically for waiving expressway tolls to facilitate evacuations. Reports indicate that while storm surge was significant, the media failed to predict the 126 tornadoes that caused unexpected destruction across Florida. Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg suffered visible damage as its vinyl roof was shredded by high winds. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [hurricane milton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-milton.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [tornadoes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tornadoes.md), tropicana field ### Climate Solutions Economy, Eco-Anxiety in Schools - **Episode:** [1661: Hard Landing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1661-hard-landing.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-19 - **Time:** 1:06:43–1:15:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1661-hard-landing/chapter/climate-solutions-economy-eco-anxiety-in-schools.md Proponents of climate education argue that the future economy will be centered on "climate solutions" jobs, necessitating early student engagement. Critics characterize this as "child abuse" and purposeful scaring of children to foster political activism. The discussion also notes Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's recent move to remove mentions of climate change from state law. Keywords: climate solutions, [eco-anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eco-anxiety.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [brainwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brainwashing.md) ### Ron DeSantis, Hamas Protest Comments - **Episode:** [1658: Spaving](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1658-spaving.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-09 - **Time:** 1:36:29–1:38:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1658-spaving/chapter/ron-desantis-hamas-protest-comments.md Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was featured in a clip discussing domestic protests in favor of Hamas, during which his voice noticeably cracked. The commentary focused on his description of atrocities committed during the conflict. The hosts briefly debated whether the audio was authentic or a manipulation, concluding it was a genuine vocal mishap by the Governor. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protests.md), voice crack, [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md) ### Biden Administration Migrant Flight Program, Florida Arrivals - **Episode:** [1656: Johnson Pivot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1656-johnson-pivot.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-02 - **Time:** 17:06–23:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1656-johnson-pivot/chapter/biden-administration-migrant-flight-program-florida-arrivals.md Leaked documents reveal the Biden administration has been flying migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela directly into 50 U.S. cities, with Miami and Fort Lauderdale receiving over 150,000 arrivals. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized the "illegal parole program" for bypassing border controls. A Gallup poll indicates that 27% of Americans now view immigration as the nation's most critical issue. Keywords: [biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biden.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [miami](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miami.md), parole program, [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md) ### Florida Social Media Ban, Jonathan Haidt on Teen Mental Health - **Episode:** [1646: FLOW](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1646-flow.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-28 - **Time:** 1:24:40–1:29:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1646-flow/chapter/florida-social-media-ban-jonathan-haidt-on-teen-mental-health.md Governor Ron DeSantis signed a law banning children under 14 from social media and requiring parental consent for 15 and 16-year-olds. Author Jonathan Haidt supports such measures, arguing in his book "The Anxious Generation" that the "great rewiring" of childhood via smartphones has led to a surge in teen depression and suicide. The law faces immediate legal challenges from tech trade groups on First Amendment grounds. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [social media ban](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media-ban.md), [jonathan haidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jonathan-haidt.md), netchoice ### Florida DEI Ban and United Airlines Controversy - **Episode:** [1628: Bad Rap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-25 - **Time:** 1:28:59–1:32:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1628-bad-rap/chapter/florida-dei-ban-and-united-airlines-controversy.md Florida's Board of Governors approved a ban on public funds for DEI programs at state universities, a move supported by Governor Ron DeSantis. Simultaneously, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has faced criticism for his public support of DEI hiring practices and his past participation in drag performances. Critics argue that prioritizing diversity over flight hours in pilot hiring could compromise aviation safety, leading to a "tipping point" in public opinion against corporate DEI initiatives. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), florida state university, [dei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dei.md), [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), [scott kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-kirby.md) ### Nikki Haley Civil War Gaffe and Media Reaction - **Episode:** [1621: Haley's Comment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-31 - **Time:** 1:47:31–1:53:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1621-haley-s-comment/chapter/nikki-haley-civil-war-gaffe-and-media-reaction.md Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley faced intense criticism after failing to mention slavery as the cause of the Civil War during a New Hampshire town hall. Rival candidates Ron DeSantis and Chris Christie, along with President Joe Biden, seized on the omission, while Haley later clarified that the war was indeed about slavery. Keywords: [nikki haley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikki-haley.md), [civil war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-war.md), [slavery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slavery.md), [chris christie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-christie.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md) ### New Hampshire Primary, Trump and Nikki Haley - **Episode:** [1617: Twerkin' Russians](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1617-twerkin-russians.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-17 - **Time:** 1:34:34–1:36:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1617-twerkin-russians/chapter/new-hampshire-primary-trump-and-nikki-haley.md Reports from New Hampshire cover Donald Trump's campaign speeches where he mocks his GOP rivals and Governor Chris Sununu. Governor Sununu has endorsed Nikki Haley, claiming she can deliver a Republican landslide. Ron DeSantis is also featured, brushing off the idea of serving as Trump's vice president. Keywords: [new hampshire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-hampshire.md), [nikki haley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikki-haley.md), [chris sununu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-sununu.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [gop primary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop-primary.md) ### Republican Primary Debate in Tuscaloosa and Nikki Haley - **Episode:** [1614: Blinking Red Lights](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1614-blinking-red-lights.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-10 - **Time:** 1:27:36–1:34:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1614-blinking-red-lights/chapter/republican-primary-debate-in-tuscaloosa-and-nikki-haley.md The fourth Republican primary debate took place in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, featuring Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Chris Christie. Vivek Ramaswamy attacked Haley for alleged corruption, while Chris Christie acted as a "foil" to protect her from criticism. Despite the on-stage conflict, analysts noted that the event was largely ignored by frontrunner Donald Trump, who held a simultaneous interview with Sean Hannity. Keywords: [nikki haley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikki-haley.md), [vivek ramaswamy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vivek-ramaswamy.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [chris christie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-christie.md), tuscaloosa, [debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate.md) ### Republican Primary Debate, TikTok Ban and China Policy - **Episode:** [1606: Food Noise](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-09 - **Time:** 56:28–1:03:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise/chapter/republican-primary-debate-tiktok-ban-and-china-policy.md The third Republican primary debate on NBC featured candidates Chris Christie and Ron DeSantis calling for a ban on TikTok. Christie labeled the app Chinese spyware polluting American minds, while DeSantis articulated a China policy summarized as "we win, they lose." Keywords: [republican debate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-debate.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), [chris christie](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-christie.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md) ### Nikki Haley, Chinese Military Planes and Florida Business - **Episode:** [1606: Food Noise](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-09 - **Time:** 1:03:22–1:08:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise/chapter/nikki-haley-chinese-military-planes-and-florida-business.md Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis clashed over their records regarding Chinese business investments. Haley accused DeSantis of allowing a manufacturer of Chinese military planes to expand training sites near Florida naval bases, while DeSantis defended his record of banning Chinese land acquisitions. Keywords: [nikki haley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikki-haley.md), [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md) ### Ron DeSantis Cowboy Boot Height Controversy - **Episode:** [1604: Janky](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1604-janky.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-02 - **Time:** 2:08:25–2:10:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1604-janky/chapter/ron-desantis-cowboy-boot-height-controversy.md Florida Governor Ron DeSantis faced media scrutiny over allegations that he wears height boosters inside his cowboy boots. Politico cited "expert shoemakers" who claimed his boots are shaped unnaturally to make him appear taller than his 5'11" frame. DeSantis denied the claims on Bill Maher's program, but the story is cited as an example of the "pathetic" state of political reporting. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), cowboy boots, height boosters, [politico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politico.md), [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md) ### CDC Trust Deficit, Ron DeSantis, Shifting Guidelines - **Episode:** [1593: Beast Train](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train.md) - **Published:** 2023-09-24 - **Time:** 1:22:50–1:27:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train/chapter/cdc-trust-deficit-ron-desantis-shifting-guidelines.md Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized the CDC for citing "flimsy studies" and promised a reckoning for COVID-era policies. A Kaiser Family Foundation poll indicates that over a quarter of Americans still distrust the agency. New CDC Director Mandy Cohen defended the agency on CNN, attributing the trust deficit to "changing science" rather than institutional errors. Keywords: [ron desantis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ron-desantis.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [public trust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-trust.md), [kaiser family foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaiser-family-foundation.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ### Trump Deportation Policy, RFK Jr. as Attorney General - **Episode:** [1593: Beast Train](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train.md) - **Published:** 2023-09-24 - **Time:** 1:48:01–1:50:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train/chapter/trump-deportation-policy-rfk-jr-as-attorney-general.md Donald Trump's campaign focus on mass deportations is seen as a high-impact "hot button" issue. A theoretical political "op" is proposed where RFK Jr. could run as a third party to siphon votes from Biden, eventually serving as Trump's Attorney General to oversee government reform. 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