# Stimulus Funds on The No Agenda Show Stimulus Funds comes up in 6 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2009 to March 2021. - **Chapters:** 6 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** March 2009 – March 2021 - **Related topics:** [Recovery.gov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recovery-gov.md), [Stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [Astrazeneca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astrazeneca.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Cash For Clunkers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cash-for-clunkers.md), [Department Of Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [Eric Holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), [Fast And Furious](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fast-and-furious.md), [Government Funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-funding.md), [Infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md) ## Chapters 1–6 of 6 ### COVID-19 Vaccine Trials and Pension Fund Bailouts - **Episode:** [1329: Boba Liberals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1329-boba-liberals.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-14 - **Time:** 8:39–13:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1329-boba-liberals/chapter/covid-19-vaccine-trials-and-pension-fund-bailouts.md President Joe Biden's promise of a return to normalcy by July 4th is linked to the scheduled end of several Phase 2 and Phase 3 vaccine trials for Pfizer and AstraZeneca. Analysis of the 1.9 trillion dollar stimulus bill reveals an 86 billion dollar bailout for multi-employer pension funds, guaranteed through 2051. This financial provision is characterized as a major win for unions and a primary driver behind the push to reopen schools. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [astrazeneca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astrazeneca.md), [pension funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pension-funds.md), [stimulus bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-bill.md) ### Eric Holder, Lori Robinson Resignation - **Episode:** [371: Dead Herring in Norway!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/371-dead-herring-in-norway.md) - **Published:** 2012-01-05 - **Time:** 1:58:14–2:01:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/371-dead-herring-in-norway/chapter/eric-holder-lori-robinson-resignation.md Attorney General Eric Holder is scheduled to testify regarding Operation Fast and Furious. Simultaneously, Assistant Attorney General Lori Robinson, who managed billions in justice funds, has resigned. The hosts attempt to identify Robinson, noting a lack of clear information and a potential "cult" of similar names in government positions. Keywords: [eric holder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-holder.md), lori robinson, [department of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [fast and furious](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fast-and-furious.md), [stimulus funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-funds.md) ### Ammonix CEO Plane Crash and Stimulus Funds - **Episode:** [370: Tag and Track](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/370-tag-and-track.md) - **Published:** 2012-01-01 - **Time:** 1:32:26–1:34:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/370-tag-and-track/chapter/ammonix-ceo-plane-crash-and-stimulus-funds.md The CEO of Ammonix, a solar power manufacturer that received $25 million in federal stimulus and grant funding, died in a twin-engine Cessna crash in Northern California. The crash occurred during a "long final" approach after the pilot reported engine trouble. The hosts speculate on the timing of the accident given the company's involvement with government funds. Keywords: ammonix, [solar power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-power.md), [stimulus funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-funds.md), [plane crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plane-crash.md), [northern california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/northern-california.md) ### Cash for Clunkers Program, Engine Destruction Videos - **Episode:** [119: Small Steps Toward Better Health](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/119-small-steps-toward-better-health.md) - **Published:** 2009-08-06 - **Time:** 17:28–21:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/119-small-steps-toward-better-health/chapter/cash-for-clunkers-program-engine-destruction-videos.md The federal Cash for Clunkers program faces criticism as auto dealers struggle to receive government reimbursements, leading some to opt out of the initiative. Viral videos showing the intentional destruction of functional vehicles, such as Volvos, using sodium silicate to seize engines are described as a painful waste of resources. While the program spurred a quarter-million car sales, skeptics argue the funds would be better spent on direct job creation. Keywords: [cash for clunkers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cash-for-clunkers.md), [volvo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/volvo.md), engine destruction, car dealers, [government funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/government-funding.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md) ### Recovery.gov Transparency, California Stimulus Fund Trading - **Episode:** [80: Al Gore: The Most Dangerous Man Alive!!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/80-al-gore-the-most-dangerous-man-alive.md) - **Published:** 2009-03-15 - **Time:** 43:53–46:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/80-al-gore-the-most-dangerous-man-alive/chapter/recovery-gov-transparency-california-stimulus-fund-trading.md The transparency of Recovery.gov is questioned, with the hosts describing it as a news blog that redirects users to other agencies. A Mother Jones report is cited, revealing that various California counties are trading and selling their federal stimulus funds to one another at a discount to bypass earmark restrictions. Keywords: [recovery.gov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recovery-gov.md), [stimulus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [mother jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-jones.md), fund trading ### Recovery.gov Updates and Small Business Aid Delays - **Episode:** [77: Hot Vegetarian Chicks and Other Deep Thoughts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/77-hot-vegetarian-chicks-and-other-deep-thoughts.md) - **Published:** 2009-03-05 - **Time:** 39:32–42:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/77-hot-vegetarian-chicks-and-other-deep-thoughts/chapter/recovery-gov-updates-and-small-business-aid-delays.md The official stimulus tracking website, Recovery.gov, has been updated with new charts regarding highway infrastructure funds, but the hosts criticize the lack of detailed reporting on where the money is going. Similar issues are noted in the UK, where promised aid for small and medium businesses has been delayed by bureaucratic paperwork. Keywords: [recovery.gov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recovery-gov.md), [stimulus funds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stimulus-funds.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [uk economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk-economy.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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