# Swift on The No Agenda Show

Swift comes up in 187 chapters across 149 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2008 to September 2026.

- **Chapters:** 187
- **Episodes:** 149
- **Discussed:** February 2008 – September 2026
- **Related topics:** [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [Travis Kelce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travis-kelce.md), [Music Industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/music-industry.md), [Kanye West](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kanye-west.md), [Bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [Marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [Nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [European Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [Beyonce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beyonce.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 187

### Bitcoin as a Global Settlement Layer and Reserve Currency

- **Episode:** [1905: Nerdballs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-20
- **Time:** 1:45:19–1:51:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs/chapter/bitcoin-as-a-global-settlement-layer-and-reserve-currency.md

Adam Curry predicts Bitcoin will reach $430,000 within 24 months and eventually serve as the world's reserve currency. Jason Calacanis discusses the utility of stablecoins for people in unstable economies who want access to dollars. They highlight the efficiency of using Bitcoin for international transfers, bypassing the delays and fees of traditional banking systems like SWIFT and JP Morgan Chase.

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### Mahjong Mania, Suburban Women and Designer Tiles

- **Episode:** [1881: Cow Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-28
- **Time:** 6:51–9:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel/chapter/mahjong-mania-suburban-women-and-designer-tiles.md

A listener from Brentwood, Tennessee, reports on the massive resurgence of Mahjong among suburban women in the 40-plus demographic. The report details a booming industry where designer tile sets sell for $500, including specialized themes like Taylor Swift "Swifty" tiles and patriotic versions. The hosts consider the potential for a No Agenda-themed Mahjong set as an exit strategy for the show's merchandise.

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### MEMS Speaker Technology, Taylor Swift Relationship Rumors

- **Episode:** [1848: Podcaster Down!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-05
- **Time:** 1:10:59–1:13:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down/chapter/mems-speaker-technology-taylor-swift-relationship-rumors.md

A new audio technology using Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) for high-fidelity, low-latency earbuds is discussed. The conversation then pivots to rumors regarding the relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, suggesting the pairing may be a media operation.

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### XRP Church Community, Bill Walsh Obituary

- **Episode:** [1843: Token Muncher](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-15
- **Time:** 1:20:04–1:21:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher/chapter/xrp-church-community-bill-walsh-obituary.md

A discussion regarding the persistence of XRP "moon" theories notes that the cryptocurrency has gained a following within American church communities. The hosts recall the late Bill Walsh, a major XRP proponent who frequently argued against Bitcoin. Despite years of promises that XRP would replace the SWIFT system, it remains a niche asset.

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### Stablecoin Gambit and Global Financial System Attack

- **Episode:** [1834: Swarm Forge](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1834-swarm-forge.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-15
- **Time:** 1:50:46–1:58:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1834-swarm-forge/chapter/stablecoin-gambit-and-global-financial-system-attack.md

A theory is proposed that the Trump administration, led by Scott Bessent, aims to neutralize the central banking system using a "stablecoin gambit" to replace the SWIFT settlement system. This is linked to Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, which could severely disrupt the traditional banking business model. Shopify's adoption of stablecoin for checkouts is cited as evidence of this shift.

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### Taylor Swift Marketing Genius and Album Variants

- **Episode:** [1809: Tomahawk Turnaround](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-19
- **Time:** 1:50:16–2:03:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround/chapter/taylor-swift-marketing-genius-and-album-variants.md

Taylor Swift has released 38 variants of her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl," utilizing different packaging and colored vinyl to drive sales among collectors. While critics call the tactic exploitative, the strategy effectively boosts her Billboard chart positions by counting multiple purchases from single fans. The discussion highlights Swift's transition from artist to a "mega-wealthy product" and the role of Penske Media in maintaining the relevance of industry charts.

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### Taylor Swift Speech Analysis, Harvard Drag Queen Professor

- **Episode:** [1805: Hamburger Wine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1805-hamburger-wine.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-05
- **Time:** 2:38:27–2:41:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1805-hamburger-wine/chapter/taylor-swift-speech-analysis-harvard-drag-queen-professor.md

Researchers at the University of Minnesota analyze Taylor Swift's speech patterns, noting how her accent shifted from Southern to Pennsylvania to a lower pitch as her career evolved. The hosts mock the study as a misuse of tuition funds. They also discuss Harvard's hiring of a drag queen as a visiting professor for gender and sexuality studies, viewing it as a sign of institutional decline.

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### Charlie Kirk Memorial, Christian Contemporary Music, and Top 40 Pop

- **Episode:** [1801: Hate of Speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1801-hate-of-speech.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-21
- **Time:** 0:00–5:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1801-hate-of-speech/chapter/charlie-kirk-memorial-christian-contemporary-music-and-top-40-pop.md

The discussion opens with a look at the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, noting the use of bagpipes and the presence of major Christian contemporary artists like Chris Tomlin, Brandon Lake, and Phil Wickham. Comparisons are made between the "God business" and mainstream pop music, specifically criticizing the memorability of songs by Taylor Swift, Rihanna, and Halsey. The hosts reflect on the massive attendance at these events in Austin, Texas.

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### BRICS, 5D Chess, Global Financial Power Shift

- **Episode:** [1799: Taproot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-14
- **Time:** 1:35:25–1:41:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot/chapter/brics-5d-chess-global-financial-power-shift.md

Speculation arises that President Trump may be attempting to align the U.S. with Russia, India, and China to dismantle the European-dominated financial system. This "5D chess" strategy would target organizations like SWIFT and the City of London banks involved in the LIBOR scandal. The goal would be to replace the Anglo-Dutch imperial system with a new global trade framework involving a stablecoin or alternative currency.

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### Olivia Rinaldi, Taylor Swift Engagement Rumors

- **Episode:** [1794: Heroin Hotties](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1794-heroin-hotties.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-28
- **Time:** 32:17–36:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1794-heroin-hotties/chapter/olivia-rinaldi-taylor-swift-engagement-rumors.md

CBS Chief White House Correspondent Olivia Rinaldi was caught on a hot mic reacting hysterically to an Instagram post suggesting Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged. Rinaldi later described the moment as a professional highlight during a live broadcast. The incident is cited as evidence of the "idiocy" and celebrity obsession prevalent among top-tier mainstream journalists.

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### TMZ Live, Harvey Levin Taylor Swift Reaction

- **Episode:** [1794: Heroin Hotties](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1794-heroin-hotties.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-28
- **Time:** 36:26–37:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1794-heroin-hotties/chapter/tmz-live-harvey-levin-taylor-swift-reaction.md

TMZ Live staff, including founder Harvey Levin, reportedly halted a segment on a criminal case to verify the Taylor Swift engagement rumors. The newsroom's giddy reaction to the social media post is presented as another example of the breakdown of serious journalism in favor of celebrity worship.

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### Taylor Swift, AI Podcast Parody

- **Episode:** [1793: Retribution](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1793-retribution.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-24
- **Time:** 41:09–43:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1793-retribution/chapter/taylor-swift-ai-podcast-parody.md

An AI-generated parody of Taylor Swift appearing on Travis Kelce's podcast circulated online, featuring the singer making controversial political statements. The deepfake audio depicted Swift praising Donald Trump and criticizing the Democratic National Committee and COVID-19 lockdowns. The clip highlights the increasing sophistication of AI voice cloning used to create deceptive celebrity content.

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### Stablecoins, US Dollar Supremacy and Crypto Legislation

- **Episode:** [1784: Yakcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-24
- **Time:** 2:49:33–2:55:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting/chapter/stablecoins-us-dollar-supremacy-and-crypto-legislation.md

Financial analysts suggest that stablecoins backed by U.S. Treasuries could reinforce the global supremacy of the dollar by providing a digital alternative to the SWIFT system. Upcoming bipartisan legislation aims to establish the U.S. as a leader in digital assets, potentially allowing for the "tokenization" of various financial instruments. Critics argue the shift toward stablecoins is a "bait and switch" that benefits institutional finance over original Bitcoin principles.

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### The Genius Act, Stablecoin Regulation and Dollar Dominance

- **Episode:** [1783: Dadgum](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1783-dadgum.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-20
- **Time:** 1:25:49–1:33:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1783-dadgum/chapter/the-genius-act-stablecoin-regulation-and-dollar-dominance.md

President Trump signed The Genius Act into law, providing regulatory clarity for the stablecoin industry. Treasury Secretary Scott Besant stated the bill aims to buttress the dollar's status as a global reserve currency by creating an internet-native payment rail. The hosts note this allows countries like Russia to bypass the SWIFT system using dollar-backed stablecoins without traditional "Know Your Customer" (KYC) requirements.

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### Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker Under Fire for Deployment Delays

- **Episode:** [1780: Chatbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1780-chatbox.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-10
- **Time:** 11:40–14:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1780-chatbox/chapter/austin-fire-chief-joel-baker-under-fire-for-deployment-delays.md

Austin Fire Chief Joel Baker faces allegations from the firefighters union for withholding trained rescue crews during deadly floods. Union representatives claim Baker ignored requests for deployment on July 2nd and 3rd, potentially resulting in preventable loss of life. Baker defended his decision as a necessary balance to maintain resources within the city of Austin.

Keywords: joel baker, austin fire department, firefighters union, swift water rescue, texas floods

### Face The Nation, Taylor Swift and Barbie Empowerment

- **Episode:** [1767: Best Clips of The Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-24
- **Time:** 1:18:21–1:21:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day/chapter/face-the-nation-taylor-swift-and-barbie-empowerment.md

CBS's "Face The Nation" recaps 2023 as a year of female empowerment, highlighting the economic impact of Taylor Swift and Beyonce's tours. The report describes the "Barbie" movie as a significant cultural conversation about empowered women. The hosts mock the segment's "good news" framing and its focus on pop culture figures as heroes.

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### European War Preparation and SWIFT Sanctions

- **Episode:** [1751: Talking Toilet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1751-talking-toilet.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-30
- **Time:** 1:37:08–1:40:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1751-talking-toilet/chapter/european-war-preparation-and-swift-sanctions.md

European Union members have been advised to stockpile 72 hours of food and shortwave radios in preparation for potential catastrophic events or war. Tensions remain high over the possible lifting of SWIFT banking sanctions on Russia, a move controlled by Brussels rather than Washington. Meanwhile, the US administration is promoting the use of dollar-backed stablecoins to maintain global financial dominance.

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### End of Show ISOs, VPN Tips, and Final Mix

- **Episode:** [1741: Nurse Injector](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1741-nurse-injector.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-23
- **Time:** 3:07:19–3:16:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1741-nurse-injector/chapter/end-of-show-isos-vpn-tips-and-final-mix.md

The hosts select "Amazeballs" as the final ISO for the episode. John Dvorak provides a "Tip of the Day" recommending Private Internet Access (PIA) as a high-bandwidth VPN, while Adam Curry mentions using ProtonMail's VPN to access Dutch television. The episode ends with a montage of clips including a woman divorcing her husband over Taylor Swift and a discussion on brain fog.

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### Super Bowl Divorce, Taylor Swift, and Midas Touch

- **Episode:** [1740: DOGE-CAM](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-20
- **Time:** 2:53:16–2:55:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam/chapter/super-bowl-divorce-taylor-swift-and-midas-touch.md

A viral story features a woman filing for divorce after her husband booed Taylor Swift on the Jumbotron at the Super Bowl. The hosts mock the "up-talking" speech pattern of the woman and note the rapid release schedule of the Midas Touch network.

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### Russia-Europe Relations, Historical Conflict and Trade Deficits

- **Episode:** [1739: Hypophora](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-16
- **Time:** 25:14–30:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora/chapter/russia-europe-relations-historical-conflict-and-trade-deficits.md

The historical context of European-Russian relations is examined, noting Russia's long-standing fear of Western encroachment. The decision to remove Russia from the SWIFT banking system is characterized as an act of war that exacerbated tensions. Additionally, the U.S. trade deficit with the EU, currently estimated at $200 billion, is discussed as a factor in the Trump administration's push for Europe to fund its own military defense.

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