# Special K on The No Agenda Show Special K comes up in 153 chapters across 144 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to December 2025. - **Chapters:** 153 - **Episodes:** 144 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – December 2025 - **Related topics:** [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Robert Mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [White House](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Imf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imf.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 153 ### History of PC Magazine, Bill Ziff's Publishing Theory - **Episode:** [1071: Commie Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-31 - **Time:** 1:23:50–1:26:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey/chapter/history-of-pc-magazine-bill-ziff-s-publishing-theory.md Dvorak provides a historical overview of PC Magazine's origins and its acquisition by Bill Ziff. He explains Ziff's theory of special interest publishing, which focused on creating highly targeted audiences for advertisers. Dvorak reveals that Popular Electronics was folded not because of low circulation, but because its audience became too broad to effectively sell to specific advertisers. Keywords: [pc magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pc-magazine.md), [bill ziff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-ziff.md), popular electronics, [special interest publishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-interest-publishing.md), david bunnell ### Texas Democrats, Gavin Newsom and Redistricting Gambits - **Episode:** [1791: Bolt Muncher](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1791-bolt-muncher.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-17 - **Time:** 2:45:53–2:51:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1791-bolt-muncher/chapter/texas-democrats-gavin-newsom-and-redistricting-gambits.md California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a special election for the "Election Rigging Response Act" to counter GOP redistricting gains in Texas. The move prompted Texas Democrats, who had fled the state to block local legislation, to consider returning to the Capitol. Critics argue Newsom's move is unconstitutional showboating intended to gain national attention rather than a viable legal strategy. Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), texas democrats, [redistricting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/redistricting.md), election rigging response act, [special election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-election.md) ### Elon Musk, Department of Government Efficiency Departure Rumors - **Episode:** [1752: Pell-Mell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-03 - **Time:** 7:28–10:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1752-pell-mell/chapter/elon-musk-department-of-government-efficiency-departure-rumors.md Reports surfaced suggesting Donald Trump told associates that Elon Musk would soon step down from his role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The White House clarified that Musk’s departure would occur naturally after 130 days as a special government employee, likely in late March. The timing of these reports followed a Supreme Court election in Wisconsin where a candidate backed by Musk was defeated. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [doge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doge.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md), special government employee ### 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 ### Joe Biden Deposition Tapes, DOJ Transparency Dispute - **Episode:** [1743: MAGAREXIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1743-magarexia.md) - **Published:** 2025-03-02 - **Time:** 4:02–6:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1743-magarexia/chapter/joe-biden-deposition-tapes-doj-transparency-dispute.md Judicial Watch president Tom Fitton is pressuring the Trump administration to release audio recordings of Joe Biden’s interview with the special counsel. While a transcript was previously released, critics argue it was edited to obscure Biden's cognitive state. The Justice Department has requested until May 20th to determine its position on releasing the full audio files. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [tom fitton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-fitton.md), [justice department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justice-department.md), [special counsel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-counsel.md), [deposition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deposition.md) ### Sergei Markov, Nuclear Threats and Polish Military Readiness - **Episode:** [1715: Scruples](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-24 - **Time:** 34:35–37:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples/chapter/sergei-markov-nuclear-threats-and-polish-military-readiness.md Sergei Markov, a former spokesperson for Vladimir Putin, warned on the BBC that Western escalation could lead to nuclear war before Christmas. However, military sources suggest that a Russian attack on Poland would be "suicide" due to the high readiness of the Polish military and U.S. backing. Poland is characterized as a dedicated, less corrupt ally compared to Ukraine, with a "never again" mentality regarding Russian interference. Keywords: sergei markov, [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md), [nuclear war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-war.md), [bbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc.md), army special operations ### Linda Lou Patkin, Climate Special Production and Bingit.io - **Episode:** [1664: Friendshoring](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-30 - **Time:** 1:39:13–1:41:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1664-friendshoring/chapter/linda-lou-patkin-climate-special-production-and-bingit-io.md Linda Lou Patkin, the "Duchess of Jobs," is recognized for her ongoing support and her executive job search business. The hosts reflect on the intense labor required to produce their recent Climate Change Special, noting it took significantly longer than a standard live broadcast. They also credit Sir Deanonymous for his work on Bingit.io, an AI-powered search tool that allows listeners to find specific topics across the show's extensive archive. Keywords: [linda lou patkin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linda-lou-patkin.md), [image makers inc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/image-makers-inc.md), climate change special, [bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [ai search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-search.md), [podcast production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-production.md) ### Good News Segment, Rhett Hepler CPR, Climate Special Preview - **Episode:** [1662: Rousting Granny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-23 - **Time:** 2:53:12–2:57:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/good-news-segment-rhett-hepler-cpr-climate-special-preview.md The "Good News" segment features Rhett Hepler, a Virginia high school student who saved his father's life by performing CPR after a heart attack. The father was able to recover in time to attend his son's graduation ceremony. The show concludes with a preview of a "Best of Climate Change" special, which will revisit the origins of global warming narratives from early episodes. Keywords: [good news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/good-news.md), [cpr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpr.md), [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), [heart attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-attack.md), climate special, [graduation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/graduation.md) ### Redbook Special Production, Jay Dvorak Wedding Details - **Episode:** [1649: Stay Alarmed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-07 - **Time:** 2:11–4:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed/chapter/redbook-special-production-jay-dvorak-wedding-details.md A special "Redbook" retrospective episode was released featuring clips from 14 years ago, showcasing early Skype audio quality. The broadcast break occurred as one of the hosts attended his daughter Jay's wedding in Rodeo, California. The ceremony featured a humorous moment where the officiant cited authority from both the State of California and a website. Keywords: [jay dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jay-dvorak.md), redbook special, [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md), rodeo california, wedding ceremony ### Good News, Wandering Student Rescue - **Episode:** [1643: NetBEUI](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1643-netbeui.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-17 - **Time:** 3:07:35–3:17:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1643-netbeui/chapter/good-news-wandering-student-rescue.md The show concludes with a "Good News" story about a Detroit man, Keante Edmondson, who rescued a special needs student who had wandered a mile away from his elementary school. The episode ends with the "Bingo Boom Shakalaka" mix and a final St. Patrick's Day sign-off. Keywords: [good news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/good-news.md), dearness, [detroit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/detroit.md), special needs, bingo boom shakalaka ### Janet Yellen, Biden's Mental Fitness and Michigan Voters - **Episode:** [1634: Nukes in Space!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1634-nukes-in-space.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-16 - **Time:** 1:40:47–1:43:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1634-nukes-in-space/chapter/janet-yellen-biden-s-mental-fitness-and-michigan-voters.md Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen defended President Biden's mental acuity and the state of the economy during a visit to Michigan. Despite Yellen's optimism, voters expressed concern over high prices and the Special Counsel's report describing Biden as an "elderly man with a poor memory." Additionally, some liberal groups in Michigan are urging a protest vote against Biden due to his stance on the Israel-Hamas war. Keywords: [janet yellen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-yellen.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [special counsel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-counsel.md) ### President Joe Biden Special Counsel Report, Mental Acuity Press Conference - **Episode:** [1633: Noise Machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-11 - **Time:** 4:34–9:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1633-noise-machine/chapter/president-joe-biden-special-counsel-report-mental-acuity-press-conference.md Special Counsel Robert Hur released a report on President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents, describing the president as a sympathetic, well-meaning elderly man with a poor memory. Biden held a hastily called evening press conference to defend his mental faculties, during which he mistakenly referred to the President of Egypt as the President of Mexico. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [robert hur](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-hur.md), [classified documents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified-documents.md), [special counsel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-counsel.md), [memory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memory.md) ### Hunter Biden, Tax Charges Dismissal - **Episode:** [1583: Ninny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-20 - **Time:** 2:56:44–2:58:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1583-ninny/chapter/hunter-biden-tax-charges-dismissal.md A federal judge in Delaware dismissed two misdemeanor tax charges against Hunter Biden at the request of Special Counsel David Weiss. The dismissal follows the collapse of a previous plea deal and potentially allows the government to file new charges in California or Washington DC. IRS whistleblowers continue to maintain that the president's son should have been charged with multiple felonies related to tax evasion. Keywords: [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [david weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-weiss.md), [tax evasion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tax-evasion.md), [delaware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/delaware.md), [special counsel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-counsel.md) ### Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis Trends in Schools - **Episode:** [1579: Cash over Country](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1579-cash-over-country.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-06 - **Time:** 1:18:23–1:20:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1579-cash-over-country/chapter/autism-spectrum-disorder-diagnosis-trends-in-schools.md A special education teacher from upstate New York reports a significant increase in kindergarten students entering school with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnoses over the last decade. The report highlights unique behaviors such as sensory sensitivity and repetitive actions, while noting that some parents prefer ADHD diagnoses over ASD. Keywords: autism spectrum disorder, asd, [rochester](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rochester.md), [special education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-education.md), [adhd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adhd.md), [screen time](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/screen-time.md) ### Talent Keyhole Intelligence, Catherine Herridge and Overhead Imagery - **Episode:** [1564: Zombie Town](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-15 - **Time:** 20:25–25:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town/chapter/talent-keyhole-intelligence-catherine-herridge-and-overhead-imagery.md Catherine Herridge reports on the specific classified codings found in the Trump documents, specifically "TK" or "Talent Keyhole." This intelligence refers to high-resolution overhead imagery capable of identifying minute details on the ground. The hosts note the connection between the Keyhole technology and Google Maps, which originated from an In-Q-Tel-funded venture. Keywords: [catherine herridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catherine-herridge.md), talent keyhole, overhead imagery, [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), special access programs, [in-q-tel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-q-tel.md) ### Judge Aileen Cannon, Special Master and Legal Strategy - **Episode:** [1564: Zombie Town](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-15 - **Time:** 41:58–46:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town/chapter/judge-aileen-cannon-special-master-and-legal-strategy.md The hosts discuss Judge Aileen Cannon's role in the Trump case and the media's scrutiny of her previous "special master" ruling. They identify potential legal vulnerabilities in the prosecution, including the validity of the original search warrant and the piercing of attorney-client privilege for one of Trump's lawyers. John Bolton reappears in a clip arguing that an innocent person would want a trial as soon as possible. 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The hosts note the lack of mainstream media coverage regarding the ongoing presence of 900 US troops in Syria and the frequency of these targeted raids. Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), hamza al-homsi, [special operations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-operations.md), working dogs ### Screen Time and Alternative Education Models - **Episode:** [1552: Old Trout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-04 - **Time:** 1:52:04–1:56:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout/chapter/screen-time-and-alternative-education-models.md The negative impact of increased screen time during COVID-19 lockdowns is discussed, with reports suggesting students are now two years behind in learning. An email from a staff member at North Academy in New York describes an "off the grid" school model that limits smart devices and laptops, resulting in significantly lower rates of medication, suicide, and social contagion issues among students. 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President Biden gave final approval for the operation, which officials claimed left the U.S. "safer and more secure." Keywords: [somalia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/somalia.md), bilal al-sudani, [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [special operations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/special-operations.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md) ### 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. 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