# Samantha Bee on The No Agenda Show Samantha Bee comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2009 to June 2018. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** March 2009 – June 2018 - **Related topics:** [Tbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tbs.md), [Jon Stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), [Msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [New York Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [Alt-right](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alt-right.md), [Bill Maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md), [Cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Democratic National Convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-national-convention.md), [Double Standards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-standards.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Samantha Bee and the Smug Liberal Media Problem - **Episode:** [1038: End of an Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-06 - **Time:** 1:15:05–1:21:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era/chapter/samantha-bee-and-the-smug-liberal-media-problem.md Late-night host Samantha Bee is confronted with a New York Times op-ed that identifies her as the face of the "smug liberal" problem contributing to political polarization. In an interview, Bee laughs off the criticism but admits she makes her show specifically for people who already agree with her. The hosts analyze her reaction, suggesting her dismissive attitude and "vocal fry" are signs of a career in decline. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), smug liberals, late night comedy, [tbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tbs.md) ### Samantha Bee, Joy Reid, and Media Double Standards - **Episode:** [1039: Bot Cops](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1039-bot-cops.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-04 - **Time:** 42:24–45:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1039-bot-cops/chapter/samantha-bee-joy-reid-and-media-double-standards.md The hosts examine the lack of professional consequences for Samantha Bee and Joy Reid following their own controversial statements. They contrast the swift firing of Roseanne Barr with the retention of Reid at MSNBC despite past homophobic blog posts, and Bee's use of a gendered slur against Ivanka Trump. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), [joy reid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joy-reid.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [double standards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-standards.md), [political rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-rhetoric.md) ### Samantha Bee, Alt-Right Killers and Red Pilling - **Episode:** [1016: Bong Rip](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1016-bong-rip.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-15 - **Time:** 47:29–1:01:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1016-bong-rip/chapter/samantha-bee-alt-right-killers-and-red-pilling.md Comedian Samantha Bee aired a segment using Southern Poverty Law Center data to profile "alt-right killers," linking mass shootings to online radicalization and "red pill" ideology. She discussed "incels" (involuntarily celibate men) and criticized the focus on mental health as a distraction from gun control. The hosts deconstruct her use of humor as a delivery mechanism for political propaganda. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), [southern poverty law center](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/southern-poverty-law-center.md), [alt-right](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alt-right.md), [red pill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/red-pill.md), [incels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incels.md) ### Samantha Bee and the Smug Liberal Media Problem - **Episode:** [926: GREP](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/926-grep.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-04 - **Time:** 38:13–44:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/926-grep/chapter/samantha-bee-and-the-smug-liberal-media-problem.md A New York Times editorial identified a "Samantha Bee problem," suggesting that smugness in liberal media contributed to the Democratic Party's struggles. In an interview, Bee responded to the critique by stating she creates her show for herself and like-minded people, rather than a broad audience. The hosts interpret this attitude as a sign of a disconnected media elite and predict it may lead to future cancellations. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [liberal media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberal-media.md), [tbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tbs.md), smugness ### Samantha Bee "Not the White House Correspondents’ Dinner" Special - **Episode:** [925: Barry's Choice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-30 - **Time:** 20:09–25:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/925-barry-s-choice/chapter/samantha-bee-not-the-white-house-correspondents-dinner-special.md Samantha Bee hosted a counter-programming special titled "Not the White House Correspondents’ Dinner" on TBS. The segment featured a scripted "fake press conference" mocking various media archetypes, including fringe bloggers and Russian state media. While acknowledging the technical quality of the comedy, the hosts criticize the "preachy" tone and the "circle jerk" nature of the event's media defense. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), full frontal, [tbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tbs.md), [political satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-satire.md), [media criticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-criticism.md), fake press conference ### Samantha Bee, Russian Election Intervention Claims - **Episode:** [895: Yes Wee Can](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/895-yes-wee-can.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-15 - **Time:** 35:22–39:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/895-yes-wee-can/chapter/samantha-bee-russian-election-intervention-claims.md The use of Samantha Bee comedy segments as political proof is criticized as a product of highly selective editing. The discussion covers claims of Russian intervention in the US election and the concept of "invading digital borders" as a justification for political resistance. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [golden showers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/golden-showers.md), digital borders, [resistance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resistance.md) ### Samantha Bee, Jon Stewart, Late Night Political Bias - **Episode:** [866: Delay or Avoid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/866-delay-or-avoid.md) - **Published:** 2016-10-06 - **Time:** 51:08–54:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/866-delay-or-avoid/chapter/samantha-bee-jon-stewart-late-night-political-bias.md The hosts critique Samantha Bee's late-night show and her overt support for Hillary Clinton. They contrast her approach with Gayle King's claim that Jon Stewart was non-partisan. Bee admits her show is a "distillation" of her feelings, leading the hosts to argue that her program serves more as a campaign tool than a comedy show. Keywords: [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), [cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [late night](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/late-night.md) ### Political Convention Coverage, Samantha Bee and Comedic Bias - **Episode:** [850: 200.8 Re-Redux](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/850-200-8-re-redux.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-12 - **Time:** 17:45–21:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/850-200-8-re-redux/chapter/political-convention-coverage-samantha-bee-and-comedic-bias.md The hosts reflect on the high volume of media clips generated during the 2016 political conventions, noting that the Republican event provided more "gold mine" material than the Democratic one. They criticize comedian Samantha Bee of the show Full Frontal for her perceived partisan bias, arguing that her "hate" for Republicans hinders her comedic timing. They also briefly mention Bill Maher's persona and his views on religion. Keywords: [republican national convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-national-convention.md), [democratic national convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-national-convention.md), [samantha bee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-bee.md), full frontal, [bill maher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-maher.md) ### Keith Ellison, Media Dismissal of Trump Momentum - **Episode:** [832: Cissexist Hxstory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/832-cissexist-hxstory.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-09 - **Time:** 46:45–50:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/832-cissexist-hxstory/chapter/keith-ellison-media-dismissal-of-trump-momentum.md A clip from 2015 shows Congressman Keith Ellison warning George Stephanopoulos that Donald Trump had significant momentum, which was met with open laughter from the media panel. The hosts use this to illustrate how out of touch the mainstream media is with the American public. An additional anecdote describes an MSNBC cameraman swearing on a hot mic, reflecting internal disdain within news organizations. 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