# Telemarketing on The No Agenda Show Telemarketing comes up in 22 chapters across 20 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2008 to December 2024. - **Chapters:** 22 - **Episodes:** 20 - **Discussed:** June 2008 – December 2024 - **Related topics:** [Elizabeth Warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [Scams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scams.md), [Do Not Call List](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/do-not-call-list.md), [Robocalls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robocalls.md), [Consumer Protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-protection.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Google Voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-voice.md), [Npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [Ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [Amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 22 ### O2 AI Granny Daisy and Phone Scammer Baiting - **Episode:** [1724: Boomer Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-26 - **Time:** 46:57–51:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode/chapter/o2-ai-granny-daisy-and-phone-scammer-baiting.md UK-based phone company O2 has introduced "Daisy," an AI-generated grandmother designed to waste the time of phone scammers. By using "number seeding," the AI baits scammers into 40-minute conversations about cats and grandchildren. The hosts question the practical effectiveness of the tool beyond being a marketing gimmick for the carrier. Keywords: o2, ai granny, daisy, [scams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scams.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### Paul Pelosi Attack, Fraternal Order of Police AI Calls - **Episode:** [1693: Freedom Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1693-freedom-force.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-08 - **Time:** 54:46–57:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1693-freedom-force/chapter/paul-pelosi-attack-fraternal-order-of-police-ai-calls.md Anderson Cooper's reporting on the attack against Paul Pelosi is criticized for claiming a sledgehammer was used when video evidence showed a standard hammer. This leads to a discussion about the Fraternal Order of Police using interactive AI voices for telemarketing, which often struggle to respond when asked if they are robots. Keywords: [paul pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-pelosi.md), [anderson cooper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anderson-cooper.md), [fraternal order of police](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraternal-order-of-police.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### Pig Butchering Scams, Sheriff's Office Impersonation - **Episode:** [1693: Freedom Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1693-freedom-force.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-08 - **Time:** 2:45:28–2:51:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1693-freedom-force/chapter/pig-butchering-scams-sheriff-s-office-impersonation.md The FBI estimates that "pig butchering" scams cost Americans $4 billion last year. One host recounts a sophisticated scam attempt involving a caller impersonating the sheriff's office claiming there was a warrant for his arrest. The segment warns listeners about AI voice simulation being used to trick family members into sending money. Keywords: [pig butchering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pig-butchering.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [scams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scams.md), [identity theft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-theft.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### Telemarketing Scams, Public Network Security - **Episode:** [1672: Sand Battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-27 - **Time:** 2:37:54–2:40:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery/chapter/telemarketing-scams-public-network-security.md A host complains about the persistent "bloop" sound on digital landlines that precedes a scam call from overseas. They criticize the Justice Department and politicians like Elizabeth Warren for failing to secure public networks against these fraudulent calls despite years of promises. Keywords: [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md), [landline](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/landline.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [justice department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justice-department.md) ### World Cup Japan Upset, Do Not Call Registry, and Phone Scammers - **Episode:** [1506: Dr. Whoopi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1506-dr-whoopi.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-26 - **Time:** 3:02:28–3:06:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1506-dr-whoopi/chapter/world-cup-japan-upset-do-not-call-registry-and-phone-scammers.md In World Cup news, Japan's victory over Germany was highlighted not just for the upset, but for the Japanese fans' tradition of cleaning up the stadium after the match. The episode concluded with a report on the "Do Not Call Registry," which now contains 246 million numbers. While the list helps block legal telemarketers, it remains largely ineffective against illegal robo-calls and "spam" text messages targeting mobile users. Keywords: [world cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-cup.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), do not call registry, [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### Google Ads Telemarketing and Extortion Claims - **Episode:** [900: 900](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/900-900.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-28 - **Time:** 1:40:55–1:43:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/900-900/chapter/google-ads-telemarketing-and-extortion-claims.md A host describes a frustrating interaction with a telemarketer claiming to be an "official partner" of Google Ads. The caller allegedly suggested that the host would need to pay a fee and provide personal information to be removed from their calling list. The host characterizes this practice as illegal extortion and questions why consumer protection advocates are not addressing it. Keywords: [google ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-ads.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [extortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extortion.md), [mountain view](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mountain-view.md), [do not call list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/do-not-call-list.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md) ### Mike Rowe, Predictive Dialer Pound Key Tip - **Episode:** [1401: Boost or Baste](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1401-boost-or-baste.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-21 - **Time:** 1:06:47–1:10:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1401-boost-or-baste/chapter/mike-rowe-predictive-dialer-pound-key-tip.md During an appearance on Greg Gutfeld's show, Mike Rowe shared a tip for disrupting telemarketers using predictive dialers. Rowe claimed that pressing the pound key three times quickly can crash the dialer system and knock the caller offline, though the technical validity of this on modern digital systems is questioned. Keywords: [mike rowe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-rowe.md), [greg gutfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-gutfeld.md), [better business bureau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/better-business-bureau.md), predictive dialer, [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md) ### Amazon Purchase Scam, Telemarketing Fraud Tactics - **Episode:** [1400: The Learning Curve](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1400-the-learning-curve.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-18 - **Time:** 1:57:08–1:58:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1400-the-learning-curve/chapter/amazon-purchase-scam-telemarketing-fraud-tactics.md A host describes a common telemarketing scam involving a recorded message claiming to confirm an expensive iPhone 13 purchase from Amazon. The scam attempts to trick victims into pressing a button to "cancel" the order, leading to a fraudulent interaction. The hosts discuss the repetitive nature of these calls and the use of synthesized voices. Keywords: [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [scam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scam.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), iphone 13 ### Robocall Spam and Google Voice Voicemail - **Episode:** [1285: Davos Douche](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1285-davos-douche.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-15 - **Time:** 2:26:39–2:28:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1285-davos-douche/chapter/robocall-spam-and-google-voice-voicemail.md A 32-second silent or garbled robocall was recorded on a Google Voice account, highlighting the persistent issue of telemarketing spam. While some systems block these calls, others continue to receive fraudulent messages regarding Social Security. The hosts discussed the tactic of leading scammers on rather than simply hanging up to waste their time. Keywords: [robocalls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robocalls.md), [google voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-voice.md), [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md), social security scam, [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### Google Voice, Medicare Robocall Compilation - **Episode:** [1155: Tump!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1155-tump.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-18 - **Time:** 2:25:44–2:29:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1155-tump/chapter/google-voice-medicare-robocall-compilation.md A compilation of automated robocalls received on a Google Voice number is played, featuring repetitive pitches for Medicare and Medigap insurance. The hosts mock the "Kelly from Insurance" bot for its inability to detect a lack of response. Keywords: [google voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-voice.md), [robocalls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robocalls.md), [medicare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare.md), medigap, [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### Corporate Mergers and Robocall Harassment - **Episode:** [1124: Work To Rules](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1124-work-to-rules.md) - **Published:** 2019-03-31 - **Time:** 1:08:55–1:12:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1124-work-to-rules/chapter/corporate-mergers-and-robocall-harassment.md A donor with experience in mergers and acquisitions explains "The Bitter Defense," a strategy where boards investigate their own company's skeletons to prevent hostile takeovers. The conversation shifts to the annoyance of robocalls, specifically those claiming a business is not properly listed in Google's search index. Keywords: [mergers and acquisitions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mergers-and-acquisitions.md), [robocalls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robocalls.md), [google search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-search.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### Cross-Pollination Advertising and Audible Tracking Claims - **Episode:** [1039: Bot Cops](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1039-bot-cops.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-04 - **Time:** 2:36:58–2:39:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1039-bot-cops/chapter/cross-pollination-advertising-and-audible-tracking-claims.md A listener report describes a disturbing coincidence where a telemarketing call from Hartford, Connecticut, arrived seconds after the city was mentioned in an Audible audiobook of Mark Twain's "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court." The hosts discuss this as potential evidence of advanced cross-pollination in digital advertising and surveillance. Keywords: [audible](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audible.md), [mark twain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-twain.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [hartford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hartford.md), cross-pollination ### Healthcare.gov, Open Enrollment, Telemarketing Harassment - **Episode:** [990: Skin Folk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/990-skin-folk.md) - **Published:** 2017-12-14 - **Time:** 1:40:15–1:44:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/990-skin-folk/chapter/healthcare-gov-open-enrollment-telemarketing-harassment.md An attempt to sign up for health insurance through the federal exchange resulted in an immediate barrage of over 60 telemarketing calls from insurance brokers. The host describes how entering a phone number on Healthcare.gov led to invasive harassment from automated systems and brokers across multiple states. A live "troll" call during the segment illustrates the ongoing issue of data privacy and solicitation. Keywords: [healthcare.gov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/healthcare-gov.md), [open enrollment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-enrollment.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md) ### Elizabeth Warren Robocall, Automated Bot Interactions - **Episode:** [914: Fack Base](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-23 - **Time:** 5:03–5:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base/chapter/elizabeth-warren-robocall-automated-bot-interactions.md A host describes receiving a sophisticated robocall that utilized a female voice capable of simulating natural conversation. The call, which initially seemed interactive, turned out to be a recorded message from Senator Elizabeth Warren. This interaction highlights the increasing use of advanced bot technology by the Democratic Party for outreach. Keywords: [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [robocall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robocall.md), automated bot, [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [democratic party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democratic-party.md) ### Elizabeth Warren, Consumer Protection, Robo-Call Frustrations - **Episode:** [839: Spatchcock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/839-spatchcock.md) - **Published:** 2016-07-03 - **Time:** 2:05:48–2:08:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/839-spatchcock/chapter/elizabeth-warren-consumer-protection-robo-call-frustrations.md The hosts criticize Senator Elizabeth Warren for being a "big talker" who has failed to stop the plague of automated robo-calls. They share personal anecdotes about being harassed by "Rachel from Cardholder Services" and the futility of the "Do Not Call" list. Keywords: [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [consumer protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-protection.md), robo-calls, [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md) ### Telemarketing Harassment and Phone Etiquette Frustrations - **Episode:** [830: Tool Followers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-04 - **Time:** 3:32–5:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers/chapter/telemarketing-harassment-and-phone-etiquette-frustrations.md Frustrations are expressed regarding the failure of the National Do Not Call List to prevent persistent telemarketing calls, specifically mentioning "Rachel" and offers for Google search rankings. A strict personal policy is shared regarding hanging up on callers who ask "Is this Adam Curry?" without first introducing themselves. The segment highlights a perceived decline in professional phone manners among modern callers. Keywords: [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [do not call list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/do-not-call-list.md), google rankings, phone etiquette, rachel from search ### Tony Bologna, NPR Ombudsman and Robot Calls - **Episode:** [343: ZomBin Laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/343-zombin-laden.md) - **Published:** 2011-09-29 - **Time:** 1:27:19–1:31:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/343-zombin-laden/chapter/tony-bologna-npr-ombudsman-and-robot-calls.md The NYPD officer involved in pepper-spraying Occupy Wall Street protesters is identified as Anthony "Tony" Bologna. The segment also covers the NPR Ombudsman's defense of the network's lack of protest coverage and an interruption by a telemarketing robot call. Keywords: anthony bologna, [occupy wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/occupy-wall-street.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [ombudsman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ombudsman.md), [robot calls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robot-calls.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md) ### National Do Not Call List and Mongolian UFO Report - **Episode:** [177: Vajazzling the Slutsquad](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/177-vajazzling-the-slutsquad.md) - **Published:** 2010-02-25 - **Time:** 1:55:12–1:58:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/177-vajazzling-the-slutsquad/chapter/national-do-not-call-list-and-mongolian-ufo-report.md A viral email warning about cell phone numbers being released to telemarketers is discussed, prompting a reminder about the National Do Not Call Registry (888-382-1222). Additionally, a report from Mongolia claims two disc-shaped objects crashed near Ulaanbaatar on February 19, with one object reportedly weighing two tons. Keywords: [do not call list](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/do-not-call-list.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [mongolia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mongolia.md), [ufo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ufo.md), [cell phones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cell-phones.md) ### H1N1 Vaccine Telemarketing, Vaccine Insert Warnings - **Episode:** [156: The Science is In Part Two](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/156-the-science-is-in-part-two.md) - **Published:** 2009-12-13 - **Time:** 1:40:41–1:43:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/156-the-science-is-in-part-two/chapter/h1n1-vaccine-telemarketing-vaccine-insert-warnings.md A listener from Wisconsin provides a recording of a telemarketing call for H1N1 vaccinations. The hosts express concern over the aggressive pushing of the vaccine and advise listeners to read the actual manufacturer's insert before getting injected. Keywords: [h1n1](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/h1n1.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), [walgreens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walgreens.md), [swine flu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swine-flu.md) ### Boiler Room Scams, Telemarketing Scripts and Automated Dialing - **Episode:** [60: We're Celebrities Get Us Out of Here!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/60-we-re-celebrities-get-us-out-of-here.md) - **Published:** 2008-12-06 - **Time:** 1:07:39–1:11:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/60-we-re-celebrities-get-us-out-of-here/chapter/boiler-room-scams-telemarketing-scripts-and-automated-dialing.md Modern telemarketing operations, or "boiler rooms," utilize sophisticated automated dialing systems that often result in "dead air" when a salesperson is unavailable to take the call. These operations rely on rigid scripts to handle consumer objections, with supervisors monitoring calls to ensure compliance. Experience working in such an environment reveals the high-pressure tactics used to sell everything from charity tickets to luxury goods. Keywords: [telemarketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md), boiler rooms, scripts, automated dialing, [scams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scams.md), [consumer protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-protection.md) [Next page](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemarketing.md?offset=20) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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