# Shell on The No Agenda Show

Shell comes up in 59 chapters across 55 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2008 to December 2025.

- **Chapters:** 59
- **Episodes:** 55
- **Discussed:** March 2008 – December 2025
- **Related topics:** [Ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [Bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), [Natural Gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [Netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [Oil Prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Earthquakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquakes.md), [European Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 59

### Russian Asset Seizure, European Economic Retaliation and Yanis Varoufakis

- **Episode:** [1829: Zoomerwaffen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-28
- **Time:** 1:18:57–1:25:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen/chapter/russian-asset-seizure-european-economic-retaliation-and-yanis-varoufakis.md

Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis details Russia's retaliatory measures against the European Union following the seizure of Russian assets. Russia has reportedly nationalized over $120 billion in European corporate assets, including operations belonging to BP, Shell, and German automakers like BMW and Mercedes. This economic counter-move has caused significant disruption in European boardrooms and insurance markets.

Keywords: [yanis varoufakis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yanis-varoufakis.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [nationalization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nationalization.md), [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), [shell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell.md), [mercedes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mercedes.md)

### Trump Peace Talks at Shell Bay Club in Florida

- **Episode:** [1821: Genesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-30
- **Time:** 45:49–47:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis/chapter/trump-peace-talks-at-shell-bay-club-in-florida.md

Peace negotiations involving the Trump inner circle are reportedly taking place at the Shell Bay Club in Hallandale Beach, Florida. The club is owned by Trump's special envoy, Steve Whitkoff, and serves as a neutral ground for the meetings. The talks involve key members of the incoming administration's foreign policy team.

Keywords: [steve whitkoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-whitkoff.md), shell bay club, [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [peace talks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peace-talks.md)

### Dallas ICE Field Office Shooting, Etched Shell Casings

- **Episode:** [1802: Stimming](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1802-stimming.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-25
- **Time:** 3:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1802-stimming/chapter/dallas-ice-field-office-shooting-etched-shell-casings.md

A gunman identified as 29-year-old Joshua John opened fire at the Dallas ICE field office from a rooftop, killing one detainee and wounding two others before committing suicide. The FBI recovered shell casings at the scene engraved with the words "anti-ICE." Family members described John as a unique individual without strong political feelings, while investigators look into how the casings were etched and whether specific individuals in the transport van were targeted.

Keywords: [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [dallas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dallas.md), denise robledo, joshua john, [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [shell casings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-casings.md)

### AOC and JB Pritzker Reactions to Political Violence

- **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-11
- **Time:** 38:10–42:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/aoc-and-jb-pritzker-reactions-to-political-violence.md

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Governor JB Pritzker offer public statements regarding the Kirk assassination, focusing on gun safety legislation and Donald Trump's rhetoric. The hosts counter these arguments by discussing mental health failures in the criminal justice system. They reiterate suspicions about the "convenient" discovery of etched shell casings at the crime scene.

Keywords: [alexandria ocasio-cortez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexandria-ocasio-cortez.md), [jb pritzker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jb-pritzker.md), [gun safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-safety.md), [january 6th](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/january-6th.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [shell casings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-casings.md)

### James Comey, 86 Shells Beach Photo

- **Episode:** [1766: Cinematic Ambush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-22
- **Time:** 2:09:44–2:11:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush/chapter/james-comey-86-shells-beach-photo.md

James Comey's appearance on Stephen Colbert's show is deconstructed, specifically his claim that he found the number "86" written in shells on a beach. Comey used the photo as a "clever political message" to suggest he was being "86ed" from the government. Critics point out that the story felt staged and that Comey's wife, whom he credited with the idea, reportedly never worked in the restaurant industry as he claimed.

Keywords: [james comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [stephen colbert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-colbert.md), 86, shells, [beach](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beach.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

### BYD Electric Vehicle Charging Technology

- **Episode:** [1750: SPLESH!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1750-splesh.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-27
- **Time:** 1:09:36–1:13:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1750-splesh/chapter/byd-electric-vehicle-charging-technology.md

Chinese automaker BYD has surpassed Tesla in revenue for the first time since 2018, fueled by advancements in fast-charging technology. The company claims new systems can charge a vehicle in five minutes using a one-megawatt charger, though skeptics question the infrastructure requirements for such high power delivery. BYD is currently collaborating with Shell to install hundreds of fast-charging ports at major international airports.

Keywords: [byd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/byd.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), megawatt charging, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [shell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell.md)

### Fossil Fuel Pivot, BP and Shell Strategy

- **Episode:** [1742: Golden Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-27
- **Time:** 1:10:48–1:14:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop/chapter/fossil-fuel-pivot-bp-and-shell-strategy.md

Major oil companies including BP, Shell, and Equinor are pivoting away from green energy commitments to refocus on fossil fuel production. BP announced a "reset" that increases fossil fuel investment to $10 billion annually while cutting renewable spending. Shell scrapped plans for a 45% carbon reduction by 2035, citing a lack of profitability in the green transition and a renewed focus on shareholder value.

Keywords: [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), [shell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell.md), [fossil fuels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fossil-fuels.md), [net zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-zero.md), [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md)

### Mossad Pager Plot, 60 Minutes Interview, Trojan Horse Operation

- **Episode:** [1726: The Fog](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-02
- **Time:** 2:10:37–2:15:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog/chapter/mossad-pager-plot-60-minutes-interview-trojan-horse-operation.md

A 60 Minutes report featured masked Mossad agents discussing the "pager plot," a decade-long operation that weaponized communication devices used by Hezbollah. The operation involved creating shell companies to infiltrate the supply chain and sell explosive-laden walkie-talkies and pagers to the group. Critics questioned the use of AI-altered voices and the timing of the broadcast as a potential propaganda message.

Keywords: [mossad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mossad.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [pagers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pagers.md), [walkie-talkies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walkie-talkies.md), [counterintelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterintelligence.md), [shell companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-companies.md)

### Syria Resistance, Hezbollah Weapon Storage, Drone Surveillance

- **Episode:** [1726: The Fog](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-02
- **Time:** 2:27:14–2:31:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1726-the-fog/chapter/syria-resistance-hezbollah-weapon-storage-drone-surveillance.md

Israeli forces released footage of strikes on Hezbollah weapon storage facilities in Lebanon, conducted during a 60-day ceasefire. In Gaza, the IDF reported discovering significant underground infrastructure and weapons caches hidden within mosques. Drones are being used extensively to search buildings in Rafah for explosives before ground troops enter.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [idf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/idf.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [rafah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rafah.md), [mosque](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mosque.md), mortar shells

### Bullet Casings Etched with Defend, Depose, Deny

- **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-05
- **Time:** 1:52–4:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/bullet-casings-etched-with-defend-depose-deny.md

New York Police Department investigators discovered shell casings at the Brian Thompson crime scene etched with the words "defend," "depose," and "deny." These terms are frequently associated with insurance industry tactics for handling claims and litigation. Police are also analyzing a cell phone left behind by the suspect to establish a definitive motive for the brazen morning shooting.

Keywords: [nypd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nypd.md), [evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/evidence.md), [shell casings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-casings.md), defend, depose, deny, [motive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/motive.md)

### Zelensky Visit to Pennsylvania Ammunition Plant

- **Episode:** [1698: Oxymoronic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1698-oxymoronic.md)
- **Published:** 2024-09-26
- **Time:** 2:42:58–2:46:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1698-oxymoronic/chapter/zelensky-visit-to-pennsylvania-ammunition-plant.md

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited an ammunition plant in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to thank workers for ramping up production of 155mm artillery shells. Zelensky was accompanied by Governor Josh Shapiro, who drew criticism for signing artillery shells destined for the front lines. The visit is part of a broader U.S. tour to present a "victory plan" to the Biden-Harris administration and secure continued military funding.

Keywords: [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), [pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pennsylvania.md), [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md), [josh shapiro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-shapiro.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md)

### Putin Visit to North Korea, Mutual Defense Treaty

- **Episode:** [1670: The Meloni](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1670-the-meloni.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-20
- **Time:** 52:33–57:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1670-the-meloni/chapter/putin-visit-to-north-korea-mutual-defense-treaty.md

Vladimir Putin visited North Korea for the first time in 24 years to sign a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement with Kim Jong-un, promising mutual aid if either nation is attacked. The hosts speculate that the visit is about more than just artillery shells, potentially signaling a long-term geopolitical shift ahead of a possible second Trump administration.

Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), mutual defense, [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md)

### Ukraine Military Aid, Artillery Shell Pricing

- **Episode:** [1633: Noise Machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine.md)
- **Published:** 2024-02-11
- **Time:** 1:33:50–1:36:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine/chapter/ukraine-military-aid-artillery-shell-pricing.md

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the EU for a 50 billion euro aid package but warned of delays in artillery shell deliveries. Reports indicate a significant price discrepancy in munitions, with 155mm shells costing the US taxpayer up to $8,000 each, while similar shells are produced in Bulgaria for approximately $500.

Keywords: [volodymyr zelenskyy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelenskyy.md), [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md), [bulgaria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bulgaria.md), [military aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-aid.md), [eu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eu.md)

### Ukraine Military Leadership Tensions and Corruption Scandals

- **Episode:** [1630: Potty Mouth Parrots](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1630-potty-mouth-parrots.md)
- **Published:** 2024-02-01
- **Time:** 47:16–50:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1630-potty-mouth-parrots/chapter/ukraine-military-leadership-tensions-and-corruption-scandals.md

Reports indicate a deepening rift between President Volodymyr Zelensky and Commander-in-Chief Valery Zaluzhny. Simultaneously, a $400 million weapons procurement scam involving mortar shells has come to light, with funds allegedly disappearing into offshore accounts. Additionally, Kiev Mayor Vitali Klitschko is facing scrutiny over luxury real estate acquisitions in Germany.

Keywords: [volodymyr zelensky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelensky.md), valery zaluzhny, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md), mortar shells, klitschko

### Oil Industry Methane Pledge, ExxonMobil and BP

- **Episode:** [1613: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-03
- **Time:** 28:58–32:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools/chapter/oil-industry-methane-pledge-exxonmobil-and-bp.md

Fifty major oil and gas companies, including ExxonMobil and BP, pledge to reduce methane emissions to near zero by 2030 by plugging leaks and ending flaring. The hosts argue that since methane is a sellable product, companies already have a financial incentive to prevent leaks, making the pledge redundant.

Keywords: [exxonmobil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exxonmobil.md), [shell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell.md), [bp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bp.md), methane leaks, flaring, [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md)

### Ukraine Ammunition Shortage, EU Defense Production

- **Episode:** [1608: Woke Up Dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1608-woke-up-dead.md)
- **Published:** 2023-11-16
- **Time:** 44:49–46:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1608-woke-up-dead/chapter/ukraine-ammunition-shortage-eu-defense-production.md

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russian forces are suffering heavy losses in Avdiivka but noted that Ukraine is facing a critical ammunition shortage. The European Union admitted it may miss its target of supplying one million artillery shells by March 2024. EU defense ministers stated that the industry requires signed contracts and payments before production can be scaled to meet Ukraine's demands.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [volodymyr zelenskyy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volodymyr-zelenskyy.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), avdiivka, [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md)

### IMF Ukraine Loan, EU Ammunition Plan

- **Episode:** [1540: Happy in Helsink](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-23
- **Time:** 56:24–58:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink/chapter/imf-ukraine-loan-eu-ammunition-plan.md

The International Monetary Fund reached a staff-level agreement for a $16 billion loan package for Ukraine, the largest ever for a country in active conflict. Simultaneously, EU ministers agreed on a 2 billion euro plan to provide one million artillery shells to Ukraine over the next year.

Keywords: [imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [janet yellen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-yellen.md), [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md), [austerity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austerity.md)

### F-16 Fighter Jets, French Munitions Production

- **Episode:** [1540: Happy in Helsink](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-23
- **Time:** 58:16–1:01:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink/chapter/f-16-fighter-jets-french-munitions-production.md

While Poland and Slovakia have agreed to send fighter jets to Ukraine, the US continues to refuse requests for F-16s. A report from France 24 highlights the slow production of 155mm shells at the Nexter factory, which produces only 630 shells weekly while Ukraine fires 5,000 per day.

Keywords: [f-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md), [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md), [slovakia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slovakia.md), nexter, [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md)

### Ukraine War, Artillery Logistics and Attrition

- **Episode:** [1537: Dig Up Canada!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1537-dig-up-canada.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-12
- **Time:** 51:56–55:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1537-dig-up-canada/chapter/ukraine-war-artillery-logistics-and-attrition.md

The conflict in Ukraine has evolved into a "war of logistics" and attrition, with Ukrainian forces firing 155mm artillery rounds at a rate that far exceeds Western production capacity. A 1950s-era factory in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is currently producing 20,000 shells a month, which represents only a fraction of Ukraine's needs. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has called for a rapid expansion of the defense industrial base to meet the demands of this World War I-style grinding conflict.

Keywords: [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [scranton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scranton.md), [artillery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery.md), 155mm shells, [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [jens stoltenberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jens-stoltenberg.md)

### Artillery Ammunition Shortages, US Defense Stockpiles

- **Episode:** [1535: Podspeeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-05
- **Time:** 1:03:13–1:07:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding/chapter/artillery-ammunition-shortages-us-defense-stockpiles.md

The European Union and U.S. face a crisis in supplying enough artillery ammunition to Ukraine, which consumes thousands of shells daily. Bottlenecks in steel production and raw materials are cited as primary issues. Some military officials suggest withholding advanced equipment like F-16s to ensure readiness for a potential conflict with China in 2027.

Keywords: [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md), [joseph borrell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joseph-borrell.md), [steel production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steel-production.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [taiwan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taiwan.md), [f-16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-16.md)

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