# Ted Cruz on The No Agenda Show Ted Cruz comes up in 167 chapters across 122 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2013 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 167 - **Episodes:** 122 - **Discussed:** March 2013 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Marco Rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [Beto O'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Ben Carson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-carson.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 167 ### Donald Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal and Midterm Strategy - **Episode:** [1899: Asymmetric Intimacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-30 - **Time:** 23:20–28:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy/chapter/donald-trump-s-venezuela-oil-deal-and-midterm-strategy.md Jason Calacanis presents a "3x3" media analysis focusing on President Donald Trump's announcement of a deal to take control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil. Canadian Premier Doug Ford and Senator Ted Cruz offer differing perspectives on the geopolitical implications and the necessity of free elections in Venezuela. Curry argues the deal is a midterm ploy to lower gas prices despite the technical difficulty of processing heavy Venezuelan crude. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), [doug ford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doug-ford.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md), [crude oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crude-oil.md) ### Republican Opposition to Iran Memorandum of Understanding - **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-21 - **Time:** 13:14–15:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/republican-opposition-to-iran-memorandum-of-understanding.md Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker and other conservative Republicans have criticized the Trump administration's MOU with Iran as a "surrender." Critics argue the deal squanders military gains in exchange for weak nuclear promises and the release of billions in frozen assets. President Trump has dismissed these internal party critics as "fools," while opponents fear the funds will be used to finance "death to America" and "death to Israel" campaigns. Keywords: [roger wicker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roger-wicker.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [iran sanctions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran-sanctions.md), [memorandum of understanding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorandum-of-understanding.md), [senate armed services committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-armed-services-committee.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md) ### Ted Cruz and Republican Skepticism of Iranian Diplomacy - **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-21 - **Time:** 37:10–39:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/ted-cruz-and-republican-skepticism-of-iranian-diplomacy.md Senator Ted Cruz remains a vocal critic of the Iran agreement, arguing that released funds will inevitably be used to murder Americans and replenish Iran's drone and missile stockpiles. Lindsey Graham counters that diplomacy must be tried to avoid a full-scale war, asserting that the MOU provides a path to "put Iran in a box." The debate highlights a deep rift within the Republican party regarding the risks of Iranian re-engagement. Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [ballistic missiles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ballistic-missiles.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md), [republican party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-party.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md) ### Austin Mass Shooting, Ted Cruz on Terrorism Nexus - **Episode:** [1847: Off-Ramp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1847-off-ramp.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-01 - **Time:** 51:56–55:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1847-off-ramp/chapter/austin-mass-shooting-ted-cruz-on-terrorism-nexus.md Senator Ted Cruz discusses a mass shooting on 6th Street in Austin, Texas, that left three dead and over a dozen injured. While the FBI is investigating a potential nexus to terrorism, Cruz emphasizes the broader threat posed by Iran as a state sponsor of Hamas and Hezbollah. The hosts express skepticism, suggesting the event may be related to local crime rather than international terrorism. Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [6th street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/6th-street.md), [mass shooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mass-shooting.md), [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md) ### Ted Cruz, Bipartisan Agreement and Pedophile Comment - **Episode:** [1840: Hoity-toity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1840-hoity-toity.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-05 - **Time:** 1:03:42–1:05:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1840-hoity-toity/chapter/ted-cruz-bipartisan-agreement-and-pedophile-comment.md A viral clip of Senator Ted Cruz shows him accidentally calling for a bipartisan agreement to "stop attacking pedophiles" during a speech. The hosts acknowledge the clip was likely a verbal slip or edited for humor but find the gaffe significant. Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [cory booker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cory-booker.md), [gaffes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffes.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [bipartisan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bipartisan.md) ### Ted Cruz vs. Beto O'Rourke Debate Analysis - **Episode:** [1071: Commie Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-31 - **Time:** 1:55:00–1:58:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey/chapter/ted-cruz-vs-beto-o-rourke-debate-analysis.md The hosts analyze the first debate between Ted Cruz and Beto O'Rourke. They describe Cruz as a "master debater" who successfully rattled O'Rourke on issues like the Second Amendment and his past support for Hillary Clinton. O'Rourke is described as "Ichabod Crane-like" and prone to stuttering when challenged by Cruz's professional debating style. Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), texas debate, [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) ### National Anthem Protests and Civil Rights - **Episode:** [1071: Commie Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-31 - **Time:** 1:58:30–2:01:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey/chapter/national-anthem-protests-and-civil-rights.md During the debate, O'Rourke defends NFL players kneeling during the national anthem as a form of peaceful protest in the tradition of the civil rights movement. Cruz counters by arguing that the protest disrespects veterans and that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. would not have supported burning or disrespecting the American flag. Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [national anthem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-anthem.md), [civil rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-rights.md), martin luther king jr. ### NFL Militarism, O'Rourke's Debate Retorts - **Episode:** [1071: Commie Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-31 - **Time:** 2:01:31–2:05:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey/chapter/nfl-militarism-o-rourke-s-debate-retorts.md Adam Curry argues that the controversy over kneeling is actually about the NFL's "militaristic reality show" package, which is funded by the military for recruitment. In the debate, O'Rourke is praised for his ability to "deconstruct" Cruz's arguments rather than arguing the points directly, though the hosts maintain Cruz won on technical merit. Keywords: [nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), [militarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/militarism.md), [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [debate strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debate-strategy.md) ### Verizon Phone Taps, Ted Cruz, Jack Smith - **Episode:** [1812: Champagne Socialist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-30 - **Time:** 1:06:45–1:08:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist/chapter/verizon-phone-taps-ted-cruz-jack-smith.md Verizon informed Senator Ted Cruz that his office's hardline was affected by a surveillance effort led by Special Counsel Jack Smith. While AT&T reportedly challenged the legal basis for the data requests, Verizon complied. The incident has sparked outrage among members of Congress regarding privacy and executive overreach. Keywords: [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [jack smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-smith.md), [at&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md) ### Jimmy Kimmel, Ted Cruz, and the Charlie Kirk Murder Narrative - **Episode:** [1801: Hate of Speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1801-hate-of-speech.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-21 - **Time:** 16:18–22:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1801-hate-of-speech/chapter/jimmy-kimmel-ted-cruz-and-the-charlie-kirk-murder-narrative.md The conversation shifts to the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel's comments about the murder of Charlie Kirk and the subsequent reactions from conservatives like Ted Cruz. Cruz's podcast performance is critiqued for its "Mafioso" tone. The segment analyzes Kimmel's monologue, which suggested the perpetrator was not part of the MAGA movement, and mocks President Biden's reaction to the news during a press encounter. Keywords: [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [charlie kirk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-kirk.md), [free speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [maga](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maga.md), [goodfellas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goodfellas.md) ### CCP Influence on US Energy Litigation - **Episode:** [1779: Buffy Gorilla](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-06 - **Time:** 1:55:28–1:58:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla/chapter/ccp-influence-on-us-energy-litigation.md Senator Ted Cruz has accused the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) of funding radical left climate advocacy groups to weaponize litigation against U.S. energy producers. The investigation suggests these lawsuits aim to bankrupt coal, oil, and gas companies to undermine American energy dominance. Critics argue this is a form of "smokeless war" intended to weaken the U.S. power grid. Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [ccp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ccp.md), [energy sector](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-sector.md), climate advocacy, [litigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/litigation.md) ### Kylie TikTok Teacher, Conservative Stereotypes - **Episode:** [1775: Boomer Benefits](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1775-boomer-benefits.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-22 - **Time:** 1:51:05–1:54:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1775-boomer-benefits/chapter/kylie-tiktok-teacher-conservative-stereotypes.md A TikTok creator named Kylie, who identifies as a teacher, is critiqued for a video categorizing conservatives into four groups: notable figures, social misfits, ignorant people, and "stupid" people. She claims those without college degrees are susceptible to propaganda because they lack knowledge of systemic issues like settler colonialism. The hosts mock her "peace and love" sign-off as hypocritical. Keywords: kylie, [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [teacher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teacher.md), [ben shapiro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ben-shapiro.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), settler colonialism, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Tucker Carlson vs. Ted Cruz, Israel Defense and Scripture - **Episode:** [1774: Leave it to Bibi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1774-leave-it-to-bibi.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-19 - **Time:** 33:43–38:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1774-leave-it-to-bibi/chapter/tucker-carlson-vs-ted-cruz-israel-defense-and-scripture.md Senator Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson engaged in a heated debate regarding Cruz's primary motivation for serving in the Senate. Cruz cited his Christian upbringing and Genesis 12 as the theological basis for his staunch defense of Israel. Carlson challenged this, questioning why a foreign nation's defense would take priority over domestic issues like the drug epidemic in Texas. Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [aipac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aipac.md), genesis 12 ### Melania Trump and the Take-It-Down Act - **Episode:** [1749: Gynocracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1749-gynocracy.md) - **Published:** 2025-03-23 - **Time:** 2:30:02–2:32:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1749-gynocracy/chapter/melania-trump-and-the-take-it-down-act.md First Lady Melania Trump has championed the "Take-It-Down Act," a bipartisan bill aimed at removing AI-generated nudes from the internet. Despite the bill's support from figures like Ted Cruz and Amy Klobuchar, critics note that mainstream media reports often omit the First Lady's involvement in the issue. Keywords: [melania trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melania-trump.md), take-it-down act, [bipartisan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bipartisan.md), [amy klobuchar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-klobuchar.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md) ### Strategic Importance of Greenland and Rare Earth Minerals - **Episode:** [1738: Swasticars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1738-swasticars.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-13 - **Time:** 1:14:02–1:18:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1738-swasticars/chapter/strategic-importance-of-greenland-and-rare-earth-minerals.md The Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing on Greenland's geostrategic importance, focusing on its vast reserves of rare earth elements and new Arctic shipping lanes. Experts suggested the U.S. could pursue a "Compact of Free Association" with Greenland, similar to agreements with the Marshall Islands, rather than a direct purchase. Representative Buddy Carter has introduced a bill to authorize negotiations for the territory. Keywords: [greenland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenland.md), [rare earth minerals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rare-earth-minerals.md), [arctic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arctic.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), compact of free association ### Political Campaign, SMS Marketing and Scams - **Episode:** [1709: Umpty Ump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1709-umpty-ump.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-03 - **Time:** 18:58–22:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1709-umpty-ump/chapter/political-campaign-sms-marketing-and-scams.md The effectiveness and legitimacy of political campaign text messages are scrutinized, with many being identified as potential scams. One host describes how his wife receives dozens of messages daily from the Harris campaign, including requests for specific amounts like $47. The discussion highlights the poor quality of campaign sales pitches and the risk of donors inadvertently sending money to fraudulent entities. Keywords: [campaign finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-finance.md), [sms marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sms-marketing.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [scams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scams.md) ### JD Vance Inflation Critique, Comparison to Ted Cruz - **Episode:** [1686: Publical](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-15 - **Time:** 50:36–55:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1686-publical/chapter/jd-vance-inflation-critique-comparison-to-ted-cruz.md JD Vance utilized a lawyerly debating style to critique the Biden-Harris administration's record on inflation, noting that a slowing rate of increase does not lower the already high cost of groceries. Observers compared Vance's rhetorical techniques and stammers to those of Senator Ted Cruz, noting both men share elite Ivy League debating backgrounds. Vance argued that the current administration has turned young Americans into a "generation of renters." Keywords: [jd vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jd-vance.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), debating style, [yale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yale.md) ### Zach Voorhis, Google Whistleblower Claims - **Episode:** [1669: You-Crane](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1669-you-crane.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-16 - **Time:** 59:01–1:01:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1669-you-crane/chapter/zach-voorhis-google-whistleblower-claims.md Following a threatening letter from Senator Ted Cruz on November 5, 2020, Google reportedly deactivated its partisan "go vote" reminders during the Georgia Senate runoff elections. Whistleblower Zach Voorhis is cited as evidence that Google can toggle algorithmic bias like a light switch. The segment emphasizes that systemic change must come from citizens rather than political figures. Keywords: zach voorhis, [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), senate runoff ### Trump Courtroom Observations, Media Access - **Episode:** [1655: Illegal Chants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-28 - **Time:** 2:19:46–2:22:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants/chapter/trump-courtroom-observations-media-access.md Details from the Trump trial include allegations that the National Enquirer promoted fake stories about political opponents Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio. The media's ability to report on Trump's facial expressions is explained by the presence of a camera feed in the courtroom overflow room, which provides a direct view not available to those sitting behind the defense table. Keywords: [ted cruz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-cruz.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), courtroom sketch, overflow room ### Senatorial Audit Request, January 6th Electoral Commission - **Episode:** [1309: Vaxsaline](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1309-vaxsaline.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-07 - **Time:** 2:36:21–2:38:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1309-vaxsaline/chapter/senatorial-audit-request-january-6th-electoral-commission.md A group of eleven Senators and Senators-elect, led by Ted Cruz, has called for an emergency 10-day audit of election returns in disputed states. They intend to vote against the certification of electors on January 6th unless a commission is appointed to investigate claims of fraud. 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