# Students on The No Agenda Show

Students comes up in 204 chapters across 178 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2008 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 204
- **Episodes:** 178
- **Discussed:** February 2008 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Elizabeth Warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [Department Of Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-education.md), [Debt Forgiveness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt-forgiveness.md), [Millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [Bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), [Higher Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/higher-education.md), [Karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [Columbia University](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/columbia-university.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 204

### French Student Protests and Generational Frustration

- **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-22
- **Time:** 57:31–1:00:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/french-student-protests-and-generational-frustration.md

Protesters in Paris, including 23-year-old Sarah Barrier and 18-year-old Leila Barre, describe their anger toward the Macron government and the "repression" of the younger generation. Graffiti targeting capitalism has appeared on looted storefronts. Despite the violence, some students maintain that rioting is the only way to force government change in the face of economic inequality.

Keywords: [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [capitalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/capitalism.md), [student protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protests.md), [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [social justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-justice.md)

### Greta Thunberg Joins French Student and Teacher Protests

- **Episode:** [1912: Chaos Dynamic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-15
- **Time:** 55:10–57:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic/chapter/greta-thunberg-joins-french-student-and-teacher-protests.md

Greta Thunberg appears in France to support students and teachers striking against what she describes as an "extremely violent system." She praises the solidarity of the French youth in their revolt against the establishment. The hosts characterize her appearance as a staged operation and speculate on the financial motivations behind her continued activism.

Keywords: [greta thunberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-thunberg.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [student protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protests.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [activism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/activism.md)

### French Government Concessions and Student Protests

- **Episode:** [1909: Immune Amnesia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1909-immune-amnesia.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-04
- **Time:** 1:14:44–1:20:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1909-immune-amnesia/chapter/french-government-concessions-and-student-protests.md

The French government has made its first policy retreats in response to student protests over teacher shortages and poor facilities. Critics argue that conceding to "mob results" validates rioting as a political tool. The discussion emphasizes the distinction between immigration numbers and the capacity of a country to successfully integrate newcomers.

Keywords: [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [le monde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/le-monde.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [student protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protests.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [integration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/integration.md)

### Economic Realities of the "Generation Tool Belt"

- **Episode:** [1899: Asymmetric Intimacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-30
- **Time:** 1:32:56–1:40:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy/chapter/economic-realities-of-the-generation-tool-belt.md

The hosts discuss the "Generation Tool Belt," arguing that trade jobs like welding, plumbing, and electrical work now offer better financial stability than many graduate degrees. Calacanis critiques the "indentured servitude" of student loans and the transfer of wealth to institutions like Blackrock. Curry shares his personal experience learning to weld and advocates for buying beef directly from local ranchers to bypass inflationary retail markets.

Keywords: [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [trade schools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-schools.md), [welding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/welding.md), [blackrock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackrock.md), [wagyu beef](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wagyu-beef.md)

### Colorado Teacher Terminated Over Forced Kissing Skits

- **Episode:** [1878: Dream Build Loop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-18
- **Time:** 1:52:20–1:54:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1878-dream-build-loop/chapter/colorado-teacher-terminated-over-forced-kissing-skits.md

A high school teacher in Colorado was terminated following an investigation into French language skits that required students to kiss one another. Students alleged they were pressured into sexualized activities and penalized with failing grades if they refused to participate in the "Boring Kiss" assignments.

Keywords: [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), french class, forced kissing, [student privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-privacy.md), teacher misconduct

### Tulsi Gabbard, Student Loan Fraud Investigation

- **Episode:** [1872: Lunar Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-28
- **Time:** 57:50–1:00:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/tulsi-gabbard-student-loan-fraud-investigation.md

Outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is thanked for her work on intelligence trust and findings related to Russia. The Department of Education reports uncovering massive student loan fraud involving non-existent individuals and illegal aliens. A host shares a personal story about government contract fraud in the Netherlands to illustrate the persistence of "the government teat."

Keywords: [tulsi gabbard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tulsi-gabbard.md), [department of education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-education.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [national intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-intelligence.md)

### Netherlands Social Policies and Student Emigration Concerns

- **Episode:** [1861: Cone of Uncertainty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-19
- **Time:** 1:05:18–1:09:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty/chapter/netherlands-social-policies-and-student-emigration-concerns.md

A viral video from a Dutch citizen warns against the extreme social policies in the Netherlands, including euthanasia for minors and controversial reproductive laws. The segment addresses American students considering moving to Amsterdam, warning that the "coffee shop" era of the past has been replaced by a more radical legal environment. The hosts contrast these European policies with the relative freedoms in the United States.

Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [euthanasia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/euthanasia.md), [student visa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-visa.md), sodom and gomorrah

### School Cell Phone Bans, Yonder Pouches, Student Rebellion

- **Episode:** [1845: Slave Slab](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1845-slave-slab.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-22
- **Time:** 49:17–54:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1845-slave-slab/chapter/school-cell-phone-bans-yonder-pouches-student-rebellion.md

Schools in Kentucky and 30 other states have implemented cell phone bans, often using "Yonder pouches" to lock away devices during the day. While educators report better classroom engagement, students are reportedly rebelling by bringing spare phones or breaking the pouches. The segment highlights the difficulty of separating students from their "controller slabs" even in a regulated environment.

Keywords: cell phone ban, yonder pouch, [kentucky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kentucky.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), student behavior

### Colorado Student Protests Against ICE Actions

- **Episode:** [1839: Feces Thesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-01
- **Time:** 59:23–1:02:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis/chapter/colorado-student-protests-against-ice-actions.md

Thousands of students in Colorado walked out of classes to protest ICE enforcement actions following the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretty. School districts in Aurora and Denver faced staff absences as teachers also joined the movement. Students claimed they were exercising their First Amendment rights to take a stand against community fear regarding immigration enforcement.

Keywords: [colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [renee good](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/renee-good.md), [alex pretty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-pretty.md), [student protest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-protest.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md)

### Kristi Noem Pauses Diversity Visa Program

- **Episode:** [1827: CIS-Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-21
- **Time:** 1:15:03–1:17:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar/chapter/kristi-noem-pauses-diversity-visa-program.md

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed that the Brown University shooter, Claudio Neves Valente, entered the U.S. through the Diversity Immigrant Visa (DV1) lottery program in 2017. At the direction of President Trump, Noem announced an immediate pause on the DV1 program to prevent further harm to Americans. The shooter had previously been in the U.S. on a student visa before obtaining permanent resident status.

Keywords: [kristi noem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kristi-noem.md), [diversity visa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity-visa.md), green card lottery, [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [student visa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-visa.md)

### Individual and Family Impacts of New Tax Law

- **Episode:** [1780: Chatbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1780-chatbox.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-10
- **Time:** 1:58:53–2:01:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1780-chatbox/chapter/individual-and-family-impacts-of-new-tax-law.md

The new tax law expands the estate tax exemption, a move described as critical for family farmers. Individuals earning over $50,000 and those in high-tax states like New York are expected to benefit from the SALT deduction. Conversely, low-income single parents and those with student loans may face increased costs or stricter work requirements under the new provisions.

Keywords: [estate tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/estate-tax.md), [salt deduction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salt-deduction.md), [pell grants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pell-grants.md), [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [farmers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/farmers.md)

### U.S. Visa Screening, Social Media Monitoring

- **Episode:** [1768: Queer The Deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-29
- **Time:** 1:51:50–1:52:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal/chapter/u-s-visa-screening-social-media-monitoring.md

The U.S. State Department, under a cable signed by Marco Rubio, is pausing certain student and exchange visitor visa interviews to expand social media screening. The crackdown aims to identify applicants who have posted anti-American sentiment or other disqualifying content online. This policy is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten immigration and higher education oversight.

Keywords: [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), student visas, social media screening, [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md)

### Republican Student Loan Revamp and University Endowments

- **Episode:** [1760: Mercenary Spyware](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1760-mercenary-spyware.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-01
- **Time:** 1:10:20–1:16:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1760-mercenary-spyware/chapter/republican-student-loan-revamp-and-university-endowments.md

House Republicans are moving to overhaul the federal student loan system, aiming to end the Biden-era SAVE program and cap borrowing at median college costs. The plan includes expanding Pell Grants to cover vocational programs like welding and cosmetology while addressing the "shortfall" in grant funding. There is a parallel call to investigate and potentially tax massive university endowments, such as Harvard's, which are viewed as tax-avoidance vehicles for elites.

Keywords: [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [pell grants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pell-grants.md), [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), [blackrock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackrock.md), [vocational training](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocational-training.md), [save program](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/save-program.md)

### Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkish Political Prisoners

- **Episode:** [1756: AG Barbie](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1756-ag-barbie.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-17
- **Time:** 12:45–13:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1756-ag-barbie/chapter/recep-tayyip-erdogan-turkish-political-prisoners.md

A report from a Turkish source reveals that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has overseen the incarceration of three mayors and 180 students following demonstrations. The segment highlights the lack of Western media coverage regarding Turkish political suppression compared to other world leaders. The source claims anyone opposing the regime faces immediate arrest.

Keywords: [recep tayyip erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recep-tayyip-erdogan.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [political prisoners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-prisoners.md), mayors, [students](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/students.md), [incarceration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/incarceration.md)

### Student Union Regulations, Foreign Interference and Darren Bell Arrest

- **Episode:** [1731: Cyber Timebombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs.md)
- **Published:** 2025-01-19
- **Time:** 3:02:02–3:05:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs/chapter/student-union-regulations-foreign-interference-and-darren-bell-arrest.md

The UK government is seeking to repeal provisions that would have allowed individuals to sue universities for free speech failures, citing concerns over litigation costs. Questions remain regarding foreign interference and anonymous donations to universities, particularly following high-level visits to China. In unrelated news, Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Darren Bell was reportedly arrested on charges related to child pornography, a significant fall for the prominent political critic.

Keywords: student unions, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [nigel farage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nigel-farage.md), darren bell, [child pornography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-pornography.md)

### British University Budget Deficits, International Student Decline

- **Episode:** [1686: Publical](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical.md)
- **Published:** 2024-08-15
- **Time:** 2:38:17–2:42:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical/chapter/british-university-budget-deficits-international-student-decline.md

Nearly 40% of British universities are facing significant budget deficits due to a sharp decline in international student enrollments. Recent visa policy changes that prevent students from bringing family members have been blamed for the drop in high-tuition-paying foreign nationals. The UK government is reportedly considering mergers and state-backed loans to prevent the collapse of prestigious higher education institutions.

Keywords: [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [universities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/universities.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md), [international students](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-students.md), [tuition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tuition.md)

### Sir Dr. 1% and the Student Loan Debt

- **Episode:** [1680: Seismic Sundae](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-25
- **Time:** 1:42:45–1:44:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae/chapter/sir-dr-1-and-the-student-loan-debt.md

Sir Dr. 1%, Baron of Liberland, returns with a donation of $333.33, representing 1% of his gross business revenue. He notes that it took time to pay off student loan debt incurred while securing a PhD in media deconstruction. He criticizes the "Biden installation" for a lack of help with education debt and pledges to continue suppressing his exit strategy.

Keywords: liberland, [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [phd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phd.md), [media deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-deconstruction.md), biden installation, [treasure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/treasure.md)

### Campaign Strategy, Negative Attacks and Biden's Economic Claims

- **Episode:** [1676: Douche Mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-11
- **Time:** 33:29–36:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile/chapter/campaign-strategy-negative-attacks-and-biden-s-economic-claims.md

President Biden's campaign strategy of focusing primarily on attacking Donald Trump is criticized as ineffective for gaining votes. Biden defended his record by citing the creation of 15 million jobs and student debt relief for 5 million people. He challenged party elites to run against him at the convention if they are dissatisfied.

Keywords: [campaign strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-strategy.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [job creation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/job-creation.md), [student debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-debt.md), black support

### Becky Pringle, NEA Convention and Racial Justice in Student Loans

- **Episode:** [1676: Douche Mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-11
- **Time:** 1:04:32–1:07:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile/chapter/becky-pringle-nea-convention-and-racial-justice-in-student-loans.md

NEA President Becky Pringle delivered an "unhinged" speech at the teachers' union convention, emphasizing the need to "win all the things" to preserve democracy. Earlier, Senator Elizabeth Warren argued that canceling student loan debt is a matter of racial justice, citing statistics that Black borrowers owe 95% of their original loans after 20 years compared to 6% for white borrowers.

Keywords: becky pringle, national education association, [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), [racial justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racial-justice.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md)

### Student Loan SAVE Plan, Legal Challenges

- **Episode:** [1672: Sand Battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-27
- **Time:** 1:59:44–2:01:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery/chapter/student-loan-save-plan-legal-challenges.md

Two federal judges have temporarily blocked President Biden's "SAVE" student loan repayment plan following lawsuits from Republican attorneys general. The administration argues the plan is necessary to help borrowers afford basic costs, while critics claim the Education Secretary overstepped his legal authority.

Keywords: [student loans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/student-loans.md), save plan, [miguel cardona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miguel-cardona.md), [missouri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missouri.md), [federal court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-court.md)

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