# Russian Ruble on The No Agenda Show

Russian Ruble comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2008 to June 2022.

- **Chapters:** 8
- **Episodes:** 8
- **Discussed:** September 2008 – June 2022
- **Related topics:** [Ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ruble.md), [Sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), [Alistair Darling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alistair-darling.md), [Antony Blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antony-blinken.md), [Bitpay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitpay.md), [Currency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency.md), [Currency Exchange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency-exchange.md), [Emerging Markets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emerging-markets.md), [Etf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etf.md), [European Central Bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-central-bank.md)

## Chapters 1–8 of 8

### G7 Russian Gold Ban, Ruble Strength, Energy Profits

- **Episode:** [1464: Bomb Rotterdam!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam.md)
- **Published:** 2022-06-30
- **Time:** 9:21–12:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam/chapter/g7-russian-gold-ban-ruble-strength-energy-profits.md

The G7 nations announced a new ban on Russian gold imports as part of ongoing financial sanctions. Despite Western efforts to devastate the Russian economy, the ruble has reached its highest value in years due to Russia demanding energy payments in its own currency. Critics argue that high oil prices are allowing Russia to generate record profits while export controls only delay the modernization of their defense and technology sectors.

Keywords: [g7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g7.md), russian gold, [ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ruble.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), oil profits, [antony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antony-blinken.md)

### Ruble Recovery and Sanctions Efficacy

- **Episode:** [1446: That 70's Podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-28
- **Time:** 45:36–48:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast/chapter/ruble-recovery-and-sanctions-efficacy.md

Despite claims by Western experts that sanctions caused the ruble to plummet, data shows the Russian currency rebounded to pre-invasion levels within a week. The hosts criticize mainstream media reporting for failing to acknowledge the ruble's recovery and the limitations of economic pressure on Russian policy. The discussion highlights the disconnect between official narratives and market realities regarding the strength of the Russian economy.

Keywords: [ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ruble.md), [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md), [russian economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-economy.md), dw news, [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [currency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency.md)

### World Economic Forum and George Soros Speculation

- **Episode:** [1428: Health Glitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1428-health-glitch.md)
- **Published:** 2022-02-24
- **Time:** 1:12:06–1:13:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1428-health-glitch/chapter/world-economic-forum-and-george-soros-speculation.md

Speculation regarding Vladimir Putin's past involvement with the World Economic Forum's "Young Global Leaders" program is dismissed based on age requirements and his KGB service. Meanwhile, the rapid fall of the Russian ruble has led to theories about George Soros or his son Alexander making significant market bets against the currency.

Keywords: [klaus schwab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/klaus-schwab.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [kgb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kgb.md), [russian ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-ruble.md), [young global leaders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/young-global-leaders.md)

### US Dollar Dominance, Safe Haven Status and Emerging Markets

- **Episode:** [1229: Orange Tongue](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1229-orange-tongue.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-02
- **Time:** 1:28:52–1:31:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1229-orange-tongue/chapter/us-dollar-dominance-safe-haven-status-and-emerging-markets.md

Despite the global economic crisis, the US dollar has strengthened significantly as investors seek a safe haven. International reports from Al Jazeera indicate that the dollar is "crushing" other currencies, including the British pound and the Russian ruble. The hosts suggest that the strength of the dollar allowed for the massive $2 trillion bailout without immediate inflationary consequences.

Keywords: [us dollar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-dollar.md), [reserve currency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reserve-currency.md), [emerging markets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emerging-markets.md), [russian ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-ruble.md), mexican peso, argentine peso

### Rachel Maddow, Facebook Russian Ad Controversy

- **Episode:** [965: Yanking Mics](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/965-yanking-mics.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-17
- **Time:** 12:51–16:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/965-yanking-mics/chapter/rachel-maddow-facebook-russian-ad-controversy.md

Rachel Maddow reported on Senator Mark Warner's revelation that Russian interests purchased Facebook ads using rubles during the 2016 election. Facebook initially denied Russian interference before admitting to selling ads to Russian-linked accounts. Critics question why it took Facebook investigators months to identify transactions made in Russian currency.

Keywords: [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mark warner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-warner.md), [russian ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-ads.md), [rubles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rubles.md)

### Bitcoin Bowl, BitPay Sponsorship, Russian Ruble ETF

- **Episode:** [682: Sir Duke Don Tomaso Di Toronto Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/682-sir-duke-don-tomaso-di-toronto-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-01
- **Time:** 1:24:02–1:26:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/682-sir-duke-don-tomaso-di-toronto-presents/chapter/bitcoin-bowl-bitpay-sponsorship-russian-ruble-etf.md

The "Bitcoin Bowl" in Florida, sponsored by BitPay, signaled a push for cryptocurrency adoption, with over 100 businesses in St. Petersburg now accepting Bitcoin. In financial news, the RSX ETF is highlighted as a way to track the Russian economy, which has seen significant volatility as the ruble remains oversold.

Keywords: bitcoin bowl, [bitpay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitpay.md), [st. petersburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-petersburg.md), rsx, [russian ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-ruble.md), [etf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etf.md)

### Samantha Power and Economic Sanctions Against Russia

- **Episode:** [609: Johnson's Johnson, Jump!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/609-johnson-s-johnson-jump.md)
- **Published:** 2014-04-17
- **Time:** 22:34–26:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/609-johnson-s-johnson-jump/chapter/samantha-power-and-economic-sanctions-against-russia.md

U.S. Ambassador to the UN Samantha Power discussed the impact of sanctions on the Russian economy, noting the ruble's all-time low and a 20% depreciation in the Russian stock market. She warned that sectoral sanctions against energy, banking, and mining remain on the table if Russian behavior in Ukraine continues.

Keywords: [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ruble.md), russian stock market, [sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanctions.md)

### Eurozone Recession and Global Currency Shifts

- **Episode:** [46: Israel to Bomb Iran Nothing to See Here Folks Just Shooting Moose...](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/46-israel-to-bomb-iran-nothing-to-see-here-folks-just-shooting-moose.md)
- **Published:** 2008-09-06
- **Time:** 15:41–18:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/46-israel-to-bomb-iran-nothing-to-see-here-folks-just-shooting-moose/chapter/eurozone-recession-and-global-currency-shifts.md

Chancellor Alistair Darling warned that the United Kingdom is facing its worst economic climate in 60 years. The broader Eurozone is entering a recession as the European Central Bank ceases its massive lending programs to private banks. Meanwhile, the Russian government has intervened to stop the ruble from dropping following a $50 billion capital flight triggered by the Georgian conflict.

Keywords: [eurozone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eurozone.md), [recession](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recession.md), [alistair darling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alistair-darling.md), [european central bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-central-bank.md), [russian ruble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-ruble.md), [currency exchange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/currency-exchange.md)

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