# Sunspots on The No Agenda Show

Sunspots comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2009 to October 2025.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** April 2009 – October 2025
- **Related topics:** [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Solar Cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-cycle.md), [Aurora Borealis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-borealis.md), [Global Warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [Nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [Solar Flare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-flare.md), [Aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md), [Chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [Child Pornography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-pornography.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### The Warm Blob, Chicago Winter and Sunspot Cycles

- **Episode:** [1811: NA Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-26
- **Time:** 1:29:45–1:32:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era/chapter/the-warm-blob-chicago-winter-and-sunspot-cycles.md

Meteorologists identify a "warm blob" in the North Pacific Ocean that is expected to drive record cold temperatures and massive snowfall into the Chicago area. While the phenomenon is linked to climate change by mainstream outlets, the discussion notes the correlation with the 11-year sunspot cycle. The shift in the jet stream is predicted to keep the Western U.S. warm while freezing the Great Lakes region.

Keywords: the blob, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [jet stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jet-stream.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [sunspots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunspots.md), [solar cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-cycle.md)

### Solar Cycle 25 and Ham Radio Science

- **Episode:** [1330: Cattle-lyst Converter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter.md)
- **Published:** 2021-03-20
- **Time:** 2:35:16–2:37:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter/chapter/solar-cycle-25-and-ham-radio-science.md

The latest issue of QST magazine features "Solar Cycle 25," signaling an increase in sunspot activity that will improve long-distance ham radio communication for the next seven to eleven years. The hosts contrast this "actual science" with the alarmist rhetoric of climate change, noting that solar cycles have a profound impact on the Earth's atmosphere and radio propagation.

Keywords: solar cycle 25, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), qst magazine, [sunspots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunspots.md), [aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md)

### Geomagnetic Storm, Northern Lights in Michigan

- **Episode:** [1302: Mink Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1302-mink-road.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-10
- **Time:** 2:21:54–2:23:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1302-mink-road/chapter/geomagnetic-storm-northern-lights-in-michigan.md

A geomagnetic storm watch was issued following a massive solar flare directed toward Earth, potentially pushing the Northern Lights as far south as Michigan. Meteorologists explained that charged particles from the sun would interact with the Earth's atmosphere to create the aurora. Residents in northern states were advised to look for the phenomenon on Wednesday and Thursday nights.

Keywords: [geomagnetic storm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geomagnetic-storm.md), sunspot, [solar flare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-flare.md), [aurora borealis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-borealis.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [space weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-weather.md)

### Zorro Ranch, New Mexico Observatory Closure

- **Episode:** [1169: Hockeystick Hoax](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1169-hockeystick-hoax.md)
- **Published:** 2019-09-05
- **Time:** 2:35:51–2:38:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1169-hockeystick-hoax/chapter/zorro-ranch-new-mexico-observatory-closure.md

The hosts revisit the 2018 closure of the Sunspot Solar Observatory in New Mexico, noting its proximity to Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch. While the closure was officially linked to a child pornography investigation involving an employee, the hosts question why the nearby ranch was not raided at the same time. They express skepticism regarding the official narrative of Epstein's suicide and the failure of prison security cameras.

Keywords: [zorro ranch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zorro-ranch.md), [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [new mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-mexico.md), sunspot observatory, [child pornography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/child-pornography.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md)

### Climate Science as Religion and Bob Guccione Jr. Interview

- **Episode:** [755: iPope](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/755-ipope.md)
- **Published:** 2015-09-10
- **Time:** 2:01:20–2:05:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/755-ipope/chapter/climate-science-as-religion-and-bob-guccione-jr-interview.md

In an interview on Mark Maron's podcast, Bob Guccione Jr. discusses how his editors at Discover Magazine threatened to quit over a 2006 article linking global temperature to sunspot activity. The anecdote is used to illustrate the "religious" and dogmatic nature of modern climate science.

Keywords: bob guccione jr, [discover magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discover-magazine.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [sunspots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunspots.md), [mark maron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-maron.md)

### White House Network Outage, Solar Flare Risks

- **Episode:** [664: Boss Ass Look](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/664-boss-ass-look.md)
- **Published:** 2014-10-26
- **Time:** 2:43:26–2:47:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/664-boss-ass-look/chapter/white-house-network-outage-solar-flare-risks.md

The White House computer network reportedly suffered a week-long outage, limiting staff access to files. Simultaneously, a massive sunspot has raised concerns about X-class solar flares that could disrupt electronic communications. One host describes keeping handheld radios in a "Faraday bag" as a precaution against a potential electromagnetic event.

Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [network outage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/network-outage.md), [solar flares](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-flares.md), faraday bag, [sunspots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunspots.md)

### Solar Activity Decline and the Maunder Minimum

- **Episode:** [585: Dhimmi or Dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/585-dhimmi-or-dead.md)
- **Published:** 2014-01-24
- **Time:** 5:41–10:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/585-dhimmi-or-dead/chapter/solar-activity-decline-and-the-maunder-minimum.md

A report from the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory and Mullard Space Science Laboratory suggests the Sun is entering a phase of declining activity similar to the 17th-century Maunder Minimum. Scientists Richard Harrison and Lucy Green explain how reduced sunspots and solar flares historically coincided with "mini ice ages" and the freezing of the River Thames. The hosts suggest this solar data contradicts mainstream global warming narratives and may explain recent shifts in climate terminology.

Keywords: [maunder minimum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maunder-minimum.md), [solar cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-cycle.md), [sunspots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunspots.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), richard harrison, lucy green

### IPCC Leak, Cosmic Rays and Global Warming

- **Episode:** [471: Spying is Sharing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/471-spying-is-sharing.md)
- **Published:** 2012-12-20
- **Time:** 2:21:42–2:23:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/471-spying-is-sharing/chapter/ipcc-leak-cosmic-rays-and-global-warming.md

The hosts discuss a leaked draft of the fifth IPCC report which reportedly mentions the influence of cosmic rays and sunspots on climate. They suggest this information undermines the narrative of man-made global warming and may be excised from the final version.

Keywords: [ipcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipcc.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [cosmic rays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cosmic-rays.md), [sunspots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunspots.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

### Solar Flares, Sunspots and Ham Radio Preparation

- **Episode:** [343: ZomBin Laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/343-zombin-laden.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-29
- **Time:** 2:04:46–2:09:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/343-zombin-laden/chapter/solar-flares-sunspots-and-ham-radio-preparation.md

A massive solar flare recently grazed Earth, causing the Northern Lights to be visible in Southern England. The hosts discuss the potential for a "direct hit" from future flares to fry satellites and power grids, leading to a discussion on using Faraday cages and Ham radio for emergency communication.

Keywords: [solar flare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-flare.md), sunspot, [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [faraday cage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faraday-cage.md), [aurora borealis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora-borealis.md), [communications outage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communications-outage.md)

### NASA Solar Activity Report, Global Warming Skepticism

- **Episode:** [85: Ketchup is Hard to Make](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/85-ketchup-is-hard-to-make.md)
- **Published:** 2009-04-02
- **Time:** 1:13:43–1:15:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/85-ketchup-is-hard-to-make/chapter/nasa-solar-activity-report-global-warming-skepticism.md

NASA research indicates that solar activity is currently at an all-time low, which the hosts argue complicates the narrative of man-made global warming. They suggest that fluctuations in the sunspot cycle are the primary driver of Earth's temperature changes rather than carbon emissions.

Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [sunspots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sunspots.md), [solar cycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-cycle.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md)

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