# Social Workers on The No Agenda Show Social Workers comes up in 11 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2009 to November 2023. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** April 2009 – November 2023 - **Related topics:** [Essential Workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/essential-workers.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Kaiser Permanente](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaiser-permanente.md), [Anthony Fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [Arson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arson.md), [Asra Nomani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asra-nomani.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [De-escalation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-escalation.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Marxist Organizations Behind Pro-Palestinian Rallies - **Episode:** [1607: Lazinsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1607-lazinsky.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-12 - **Time:** 33:17–37:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1607-lazinsky/chapter/marxist-organizations-behind-pro-palestinian-rallies.md Investigative journalist Asra Nomani reports on NTD News about the multi-million dollar orchestrated campaign behind U.S. pro-Palestinian protests. She identifies the Party for Socialism and Liberation and the Workers World Party as key organizers. The hosts discuss the long history of these communist organizations in American activism and their use of "long tail" web strategies. Keywords: [asra nomani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asra-nomani.md), [ntd news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntd-news.md), workers world party, socialism and liberation, [marxism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marxism.md) ### Lockdown Loopholes, Essential Personnel and CIA Social Tests - **Episode:** [1538: FedNow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-16 - **Time:** 26:54–29:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow/chapter/lockdown-loopholes-essential-personnel-and-cia-social-tests.md During the 2020 lockdowns, individuals utilized "essential personnel" loopholes for podcasters and journalists to maintain normal movement. Observations from the period include the lack of traffic enforcement and the varying levels of compliance between California counties like Marin and Alameda. The widespread voluntary compliance with stay-at-home orders is characterized as a successful large-scale social engineering test by intelligence agencies. Keywords: [lockdowns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdowns.md), [essential workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/essential-workers.md), [marin county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marin-county.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [social engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-engineering.md) ### Hospitalists and Social Workers in the Medical Billing Cycle - **Episode:** [1370: Jab Click Share](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-05 - **Time:** 13:25–15:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share/chapter/hospitalists-and-social-workers-in-the-medical-billing-cycle.md A discussion of "hospitalists" reveals they are physicians who manage a patient's care in place of a general practitioner during hospital stays. An anecdote describes how hospital social workers often act as "salesmen" whose primary goal is to move patients off the hospital's billing cycle and into private care homes. Navigating these systems often requires legal intervention or a deep understanding of insurance benefit packages. Keywords: [hospitalist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hospitalist.md), [kaiser permanente](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaiser-permanente.md), [social workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-workers.md), [medical billing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-billing.md), patient care ### Joe Biden Police Reform and Social Worker Proposal - **Episode:** [1287: School-ology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-23 - **Time:** 1:07:43–1:10:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1287-school-ology/chapter/joe-biden-police-reform-and-social-worker-proposal.md During his town hall, Joe Biden proposed that police should be trained to "shoot them in the leg" rather than to kill during confrontations. He also advocated for pairing police officers with psychologists and social workers to de-escalate calls involving mental health crises. The city of Austin is mentioned as a potential testing ground for these new policing strategies. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [police reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police-reform.md), [de-escalation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-escalation.md), [social workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-workers.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md) ### Jimmy Brown Donation, Whole Foods Delivery and Essential Workers - **Episode:** [1277: Insurrectious](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1277-insurrectious.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-13 - **Time:** 1:35:47–1:39:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1277-insurrectious/chapter/jimmy-brown-donation-whole-foods-delivery-and-essential-workers.md Donor Jimmy Brown, an essential worker in Michigan, describes the surge in delivery volume during the pandemic, noting that his workload has doubled. He shares observations from Whole Foods, where professional shoppers for delivery services now dominate the floor. Brown, a black millennial, also reflects on his initial "triggering" by the show's humor before becoming a dedicated listener. Keywords: jimmy brown, [whole foods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whole-foods.md), [essential workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/essential-workers.md), [social distancing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-distancing.md), black millennials ### Social Workers vs Police, San Angelo Caller - **Episode:** [1275: Hypocrite Oath](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-06 - **Time:** 2:10:12–2:11:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath/chapter/social-workers-vs-police-san-angelo-caller.md A caller from San Angelo, Texas, questioned the logic of replacing police officers with social workers in the event of a violent crime like arson. The caller argued that citizens would be "petrified" and would want law enforcement, not a counselor, to respond to their home being set on fire. This reflects a broader national debate over the "defund the police" movement and the role of social services in public safety. Keywords: [social workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-workers.md), [police](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/police.md), san angelo, [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [arson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arson.md) ### Podcasting 2.0, Dr. Scott Atlas, Policing Crisis - **Episode:** [1275: Hypocrite Oath](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-06 - **Time:** 3:00:24–3:05:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath/chapter/podcasting-2-0-dr-scott-atlas-policing-crisis.md The show concluded with a preview of "Podcasting 2.0" and a series of clips featuring Dr. Scott Atlas and Dr. Anthony Fauci. A final discussion addressed the claim that "policing is a public health crisis," with critics arguing that replacing officers with social workers ignores the reality of violent crime and domestic disputes. The episode ended with a reminder of the "value for value" model and a sign-off from Austin, Texas. Keywords: [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [scott atlas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-atlas.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [policing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/policing.md), [social workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-workers.md) ### Police Athletic Leagues and Social Worker Alternatives - **Episode:** [1249: KBALL One](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1249-kball-one.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-11 - **Time:** 2:26:49–2:30:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1249-kball-one/chapter/police-athletic-leagues-and-social-worker-alternatives.md During a meeting with mayors, Joe Biden proposed reviving "police athletic leagues" and Boys and Girls Clubs as a solution to community policing issues. This proposal contrasts with more radical demands for "unarmed mediation teams" and social workers to handle emergency calls. Skeptics question the feasibility of sending social workers to deal with violent offenders or individuals experiencing drug-induced psychosis. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), police athletic league, [social workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-workers.md), [pcp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcp.md), [public safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-safety.md) ### Kaiser Permanente Social Workers, End-of-Life Care - **Episode:** [667: Arming A-holes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/667-arming-a-holes.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-06 - **Time:** 2:45:02–2:50:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/667-arming-a-holes/chapter/kaiser-permanente-social-workers-end-of-life-care.md John C. Dvorak shares a personal story about his mother's death under Kaiser Permanente's care, alleging that social workers pressured him to move her to a private facility to free up hospital beds. He describes the "hard sell" tactics used by the insurance company to avoid fulfilling their contractual obligations for long-term care. The hosts link this experience to the broader "Death with Dignity" legislative push. Keywords: [kaiser permanente](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaiser-permanente.md), [social workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-workers.md), [insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance.md), end-of-life, [hospital beds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hospital-beds.md) ### Parenting Classes, Victoria Australia, Pat Buchanan - **Episode:** [166: Monica Crowley's Stilettos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/166-monica-crowley-s-stilettos.md) - **Published:** 2010-01-17 - **Time:** 1:43:31–1:46:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/166-monica-crowley-s-stilettos/chapter/parenting-classes-victoria-australia-pat-buchanan.md The state of Victoria in Australia has introduced a program where government social workers teach parents how to raise their children, including disciplining and meal planning. The hosts characterize this as a radical expansion of state control over private life. Additionally, they briefly mention a rumor that Pat Buchanan might consider a presidential run with Sarah Palin as his vice president. Keywords: [victoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victoria.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md), [social workers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-workers.md), [pat buchanan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pat-buchanan.md) ### Postpartum Depression, Government Child Custody - **Episode:** [92: Swine Flu: It's a Beta!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/92-swine-flu-it-s-a-beta.md) - **Published:** 2009-04-26 - **Time:** 26:09–28:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/92-swine-flu-it-s-a-beta/chapter/postpartum-depression-government-child-custody.md The Washington Post reported on a mother in Prince George's County who faced a government investigation after expressing disappointment over her newborn's gender while medicated post-cesarean. 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