# Special Forces on The No Agenda Show

Special Forces comes up in 25 chapters across 24 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2011 to March 2025.

- **Chapters:** 25
- **Episodes:** 24
- **Discussed:** June 2011 – March 2025
- **Related topics:** [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Boots On The Ground](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boots-on-the-ground.md), [Libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [International Law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-law.md), [Isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [Jay Carney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-carney.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [John Kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 25

### Russian Pipeline Ambush, Kursk Counter-Offensive, Sergine Report

- **Episode:** [1746: Bedtime Hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1746-bedtime-hygiene.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-13
- **Time:** 19:33–22:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1746-bedtime-hygiene/chapter/russian-pipeline-ambush-kursk-counter-offensive-sergine-report.md

Russian special forces reportedly utilized a decommissioned Siberian gas pipeline to travel 15 kilometers behind Ukrainian lines in the Kursk region. This covert operation led to the entrapment of multiple Ukrainian units in "cauldrons." Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov reiterates that any truce must involve the surrender of these cut-off troops rather than a period for rearmament.

Keywords: [dmitry peskov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dmitry-peskov.md), siberian gas, [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [kursk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kursk.md), ambush

### Vladimir Putin's Military Strategy and Nuclear Readiness

- **Episode:** [1514: Holiday Heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-22
- **Time:** 21:03–24:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart/chapter/vladimir-putin-s-military-strategy-and-nuclear-readiness.md

Russian President Vladimir Putin held an extended meeting with defense officials to set military objectives for the New Year. Putin emphasized the development of Russia's nuclear combat readiness and framed the conflict as a broader war against NATO and the West rather than just Ukraine.

Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [russian defense ministry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-defense-ministry.md), nuclear forces, [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), special military operation

### Melitopol Gains, Special Forces, Azov Battalion

- **Episode:** [1429: Puppy State](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1429-puppy-state.md)
- **Published:** 2022-02-27
- **Time:** 1:37:01–1:39:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1429-puppy-state/chapter/melitopol-gains-special-forces-azov-battalion.md

Russian forces have made decisive gains in southeastern Ukraine, including the city of Melitopol, where the Russian flag was raised over a police station. Western intelligence suggests that Russian special forces and saboteurs are active in Kiev, while larger battle groups approach. The discussion mentions the presence of the Azov Battalion, described as a Nazi-aligned unit active in the Donbass region since 2014.

Keywords: melitopol, [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [azov battalion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/azov-battalion.md), [nazis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazis.md), [kharkiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kharkiv.md)

### ISIS Leader Raid, Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi

- **Episode:** [1423: Baby Stealers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1423-baby-stealers.md)
- **Published:** 2022-02-06
- **Time:** 2:16:35–2:21:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1423-baby-stealers/chapter/isis-leader-raid-abu-ibrahim-al-hashimi-al-qurayshi.md

U.S. Special Forces conduct a raid in Northwest Syria resulting in the death of ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi, who reportedly blew himself up. The hosts compare the operation's narrative—including a destroyed helicopter—to the 2011 Osama bin Laden raid.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [al-baghdadi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-baghdadi.md)

### Title Changes, Birthdays, and Special Forces Swimming

- **Episode:** [1354: FAQs 4 Hacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1354-faqs-4-hacks.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-10
- **Time:** 1:53:34–2:02:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1354-faqs-4-hacks/chapter/title-changes-birthdays-and-special-forces-swimming.md

Listeners celebrate birthdays and anniversaries with donations, including a request for "Jobs Karma" for a new business venture. A notable note comes from Taylor, a swim coach for Air Force Special Warfare, who offers lessons in "water confidence tactics" for those preparing for elite military units. The segment also features a producer-created song about the host's squeaky chair.

Keywords: [louisville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/louisville.md), [astoria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astoria.md), [charleston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charleston.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [swimming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swimming.md), taylor ed swim

### Ezra Cohen-Watnick, Special Operations and JFK Memorandum 57

- **Episode:** [1298: The Palmist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1298-the-palmist.md)
- **Published:** 2020-11-28
- **Time:** 2:34:06–2:36:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1298-the-palmist/chapter/ezra-cohen-watnick-special-operations-and-jfk-memorandum-57.md

Ezra Cohen-Watnick was recently elevated to oversee Special Operations, reporting directly to the Secretary of Defense. This move reportedly enacts JFK’s Presidential Memorandum 57, which sought to strip the CIA of its paramilitary and covert war capabilities. The hosts suggest this restructuring is a "fourth act" move by Trump to consolidate military power away from the intelligence agencies.

Keywords: [ezra cohen-watnick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ezra-cohen-watnick.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [jfk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jfk.md), memorandum 57, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [department of defense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-defense.md)

### Joe Biden, Special Forces and Coalition Coordination

- **Episode:** [1208: Weeping Angels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1208-weeping-angels.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-19
- **Time:** 13:57–15:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1208-weeping-angels/chapter/joe-biden-special-forces-and-coalition-coordination.md

Joe Biden struggled to articulate his foreign policy stance during the debate, specifically regarding the use of special forces. He emphasized a requirement to use small numbers of special forces to coordinate with other countries and build coalitions, echoing policies from the Obama administration. Observers noted his verbal stumbles and questioned his ability to withstand future debates against Donald Trump.

Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [foreign policy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreign-policy.md), coalitions, [debate performance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate-performance.md)

### Howard Stern, SJW Culture, Fort Campbell Soldiers

- **Episode:** [875: No Brexit For You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/875-no-brexit-for-you.md)
- **Published:** 2016-11-06
- **Time:** 1:17:28–1:21:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/875-no-brexit-for-you/chapter/howard-stern-sjw-culture-fort-campbell-soldiers.md

A law student in Saskatchewan discusses the prevalence of "SJW culture" in Canadian universities. Adam Curry clarifies a past comment made to Howard Stern about podcast monetization. The segment concludes with a somber tribute to three U.S. Special Forces soldiers from Fort Campbell who were recently killed in Jordan.

Keywords: [howard stern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-stern.md), [saskatchewan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saskatchewan.md), [fort campbell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-campbell.md), [jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md)

### US Special Forces Harassed by Rebels in Al-Rai Syria

- **Episode:** [861: Hate Crime Manager](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/861-hate-crime-manager.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-18
- **Time:** 2:30:05–2:33:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/861-hate-crime-manager/chapter/us-special-forces-harassed-by-rebels-in-al-rai-syria.md

Video footage purportedly shows U.S. Special Forces being harassed and forced to flee the Syrian town of Al-Rai by U.S.-backed rebel groups. The hosts suggest the incident may involve Al-Nusra fighters wearing Free Syrian Army uniforms and discuss counterinsurgency tactics from the 1960s.

Keywords: al-rai, [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebels.md), [al-nusra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-nusra.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md)

### Rear Admiral John Kirby Denies Boots on the Ground Mantra

- **Episode:** [820: Pre-Spousal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal.md)
- **Published:** 2016-04-28
- **Time:** 1:56:29–1:58:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal/chapter/rear-admiral-john-kirby-denies-boots-on-the-ground-mantra.md

State Department spokesperson Rear Admiral John Kirby flatly denied that the administration ever used "no boots on the ground" as a mantra, despite overwhelming video evidence. Kirby's rejection of the premise during a press briefing regarding 250 additional troops for Syria is characterized as a blatant lie.

Keywords: [john kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [boots on the ground](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boots-on-the-ground.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [lying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lying.md), [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md)

### Defining Boots on the Ground as Large Scale Combat

- **Episode:** [820: Pre-Spousal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal.md)
- **Published:** 2016-04-28
- **Time:** 1:58:38–2:02:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal/chapter/defining-boots-on-the-ground-as-large-scale-combat.md

Rear Admiral John Kirby attempted to redefine "boots on the ground" as specifically meaning "conventional large-scale ground troops" engaged in coordinated combat. This semantic shift allows the administration to claim they are not breaking their promise while still deploying hundreds of Special Forces to Syria.

Keywords: [john kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md), [boots on the ground](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boots-on-the-ground.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [arrogance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arrogance.md), definitions

### Special Operations in Syria, Hillary Clinton Combat Claims

- **Episode:** [783: Bernie and the Breach](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/783-bernie-and-the-breach.md)
- **Published:** 2015-12-20
- **Time:** 40:06–42:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/783-bernie-and-the-breach/chapter/special-operations-in-syria-hillary-clinton-combat-claims.md

Hillary Clinton is questioned about the deployment of Special Operations forces to Syria and Iraq despite her pledge not to send "combat troops." The hosts discuss the death of a Delta Force member and suggest that the government may be using mercenaries or private contractors to skirt public definitions of ground combat.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [iraq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iraq.md), [delta force](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delta-force.md), [special operations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-operations.md), [mercenaries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mercenaries.md)

### GIGN Officers and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege

- **Episode:** [774: Morally Deformed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed.md)
- **Published:** 2015-11-15
- **Time:** 8:53–10:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/774-morally-deformed/chapter/gign-officers-and-tom-clancy-s-rainbow-six-siege.md

A military producer informs the hosts that four GIGN (Groupe d'Intervention de la Gendarmerie Nationale) officers were involved in the response to the Paris attacks. The discussion shifts to the eerie similarity between the real-world events and the Ubisoft video game "Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege," which features GIGN units rescuing hostages from terrorists in Paris. The hosts remark on the late author's tendency to be ahead of geopolitical events.

Keywords: gign, [tom clancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-clancy.md), rainbow six siege, [ubisoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ubisoft.md), munich massacre, [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md)

### US Boots on the Ground, Syria Policy Shift

- **Episode:** [770: Mighty Men of Valor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor.md)
- **Published:** 2015-11-01
- **Time:** 25:53–28:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor/chapter/us-boots-on-the-ground-syria-policy-shift.md

President Obama authorized the deployment of US Special Operations forces to Syria, contradicting previous repeated promises that there would be "no boots on the ground." The administration officially characterizes the mission as "train, advise, and assist" rather than combat. The hosts criticize the use of the term "boots" as a way to marginalize the human cost of military intervention.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [boots on the ground](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boots-on-the-ground.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), advisors

### ISIS Antiquity Smuggling, Abu Sayyaf Raid

- **Episode:** [761: Deconflicting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/761-deconflicting.md)
- **Published:** 2015-10-01
- **Time:** 2:23:55–2:25:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/761-deconflicting/chapter/isis-antiquity-smuggling-abu-sayyaf-raid.md

Declassified documents from a raid on ISIS leader Abu Sayyaf reveal the extent of the group's antiquity smuggling operations. The hosts express skepticism about media reports of ISIS destroying ancient treasures, suggesting many of the destroyed items were "plaster of Paris" fakes while the real artifacts were sold to fund the group.

Keywords: [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [antiquities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antiquities.md), [smuggling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smuggling.md), abu sayyaf, [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md)

### Jade Helm 15 Exercise, Agoraphobia Anecdote

- **Episode:** [708: Power & Gossip](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/708-power-gossip.md)
- **Published:** 2015-03-29
- **Time:** 2:19:35–2:25:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/708-power-gossip/chapter/jade-helm-15-exercise-agoraphobia-anecdote.md

The military training exercise "Jade Helm 15" has sparked concerns in Texas about a potential federal takeover. The hosts compare the "blending in" tactics of Special Forces to an anecdote about agoraphobics being sent to grocery stores as therapy. The segment also covers humorous ways to avoid street canvassers by claiming to "hate" the cause they are promoting.

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### Ahmed Abu Khattala Capture, Jen Psaki Press Briefing

- **Episode:** [627: Scam Celebrities](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/627-scam-celebrities.md)
- **Published:** 2014-06-19
- **Time:** 2:32:28–2:35:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/627-scam-celebrities/chapter/ahmed-abu-khattala-capture-jen-psaki-press-briefing.md

The capture of Ahmed Abu Khattala, the alleged mastermind of the Benghazi attack, has raised questions about why it took nearly two years to apprehend him. State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki was grilled by reporter James Rosen on why Khattala was able to give multiple media interviews while remaining "at large." Psaki defended the timing, stating that meeting with reporters is different from a military operation.

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### Big-Ass Blonde, Military Intelligence Oath to the Constitution

- **Episode:** [430: Burka Bellyflop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/430-burka-bellyflop.md)
- **Published:** 2012-07-29
- **Time:** 6:49–9:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/430-burka-bellyflop/chapter/big-ass-blonde-military-intelligence-oath-to-the-constitution.md

A donor known as "Big-Ass Blonde" attended the Austin meetup and contributed $450, identifying herself as working in intelligence in San Antonio. She expressed that the show provides a sense of sanity for military and intelligence personnel who have taken an oath to the Constitution. She claimed that many in her circle, including her Special Forces boyfriend, carry copies of the Constitution and intend to refuse orders that involve domestic gun confiscation or policing American streets.

Keywords: big-ass blonde, [san antonio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-antonio.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [military industrial complex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-industrial-complex.md), [oath](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oath.md)

### Jay Carney, White House Press Briefing, Russian Reporter Andre

- **Episode:** [426: The Pipeline Report](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/426-the-pipeline-report.md)
- **Published:** 2012-07-15
- **Time:** 46:38–54:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/426-the-pipeline-report/chapter/jay-carney-white-house-press-briefing-russian-reporter-andre.md

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney faces questions from Jake Tapper and a Russian reporter named Andre regarding the legal grounds for US sanctions against Syria. Andre challenges Carney on the principle of non-interference in sovereign states and asks for assurance that US Special Forces are not operating inside Syria. Carney avoids a direct answer, which the hosts interpret as a tacit admission of covert military involvement.

Keywords: [jay carney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-carney.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [international law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-law.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md)

### Osama Bin Laden Raid Anniversary, Hillary Clinton Anecdotes

- **Episode:** [405: Piles of Pelicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/405-piles-of-pelicans.md)
- **Published:** 2012-05-03
- **Time:** 7:32–10:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/405-piles-of-pelicans/chapter/osama-bin-laden-raid-anniversary-hillary-clinton-anecdotes.md

The first anniversary of the killing of Osama bin Laden prompts the release of new information regarding the raid in Abbottabad. Hillary Clinton recounts anecdotes about Admiral Bill McRaven's confidence in the Navy SEALs, noting the high frequency of similar special operations conducted by the unit.

Keywords: [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [abbottabad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbottabad.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [navy seals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy-seals.md), [bill mcraven](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-mcraven.md), [special forces](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-forces.md)

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