# The Interview on The No Agenda Show

The Interview comes up in 9 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2012 to May 2021.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 8
- **Discussed:** December 2012 – May 2021
- **Related topics:** [Sony Pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), [North Korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md), [Adam Sandler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-sandler.md), [Alan Dershowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-dershowitz.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Cyber Attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-attack.md), [Eminent Domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eminent-domain.md), [Interviews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interviews.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### Rogue Ways Podcast, Tina the Keeper Interview

- **Episode:** [1343: McClintock Effect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1343-mcclintock-effect.md)
- **Published:** 2021-05-02
- **Time:** 1:37:19–1:41:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1343-mcclintock-effect/chapter/rogue-ways-podcast-tina-the-keeper-interview.md

Lindsey from the "Rogue Ways" podcast reached out to the hosts following a clip usage, leading to a discussion about the etiquette of podcast guest requests. The hosts expressed a general policy against joint appearances on other shows, citing the time and effort required. They also noted the success of a recent rare interview with "Tina the Keeper," which outperformed many other episodes on the interviewer's feed.

Keywords: rogue ways, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [interviews](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interviews.md), [tina the keeper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tina-the-keeper.md), guest appearances

### North Korea Strategy, Rand Corporation Influence and "The Interview"

- **Episode:** [962: Service Pony](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/962-service-pony.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-07
- **Time:** 39:14–41:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/962-service-pony/chapter/north-korea-strategy-rand-corporation-influence-and-the-interview.md

Bruce Bennett of the Rand Corporation is identified as a key architect behind the current U.S. strategy toward North Korea. A report suggests that the CIA may have been involved in the production of the Sony film "The Interview" as a psychological operation intended to destabilize Kim Jong-un's regime. Steve Pieczenik's past at Rand is mentioned, along with his habit of referencing the "Bill Hicks is Alex Jones" conspiracy theory.

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### The Interview Movie Release, Sony Censorship, Obama Speech

- **Episode:** [682: Sir Duke Don Tomaso Di Toronto Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/682-sir-duke-don-tomaso-di-toronto-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-01
- **Time:** 9:00–13:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/682-sir-duke-don-tomaso-di-toronto-presents/chapter/the-interview-movie-release-sony-censorship-obama-speech.md

Sony Pictures reversed its decision to cancel the release of "The Interview" following a controversial hack and threats. President Barack Obama criticized Sony for engaging in self-censorship, arguing that American society cannot allow foreign dictators to intimidate filmmakers. Critics point out the irony in the administration's stance, citing previous instances where the government self-censored graphic images of Osama bin Laden.

Keywords: [sony pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), [the interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-interview.md), [seth rogen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seth-rogen.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [self-censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/self-censorship.md)

### Sony Pictures Hack, Michael Lynton Rebuttal

- **Episode:** [680: Sir Thomas Nussbaum presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-21
- **Time:** 19:25–26:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents/chapter/sony-pictures-hack-michael-lynton-rebuttal.md

Sony Pictures CEO Michael Lynton responded to President Barack Obama's criticism regarding the cancellation of "The Interview," clarifying that movie theaters made the decision to pull the film following threats from the "Guardians of Peace." Lynton disputes the President's claim that Sony made a mistake, asserting that the company persevered under the worst cyber attack in American history. Internal reports suggest the Sony network remained compromised long after the initial breach.

Keywords: [sony pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), michael lynton, [the interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-interview.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [cyber attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-attack.md)

### Eminent Domain Proposal, Josh Barro and The Interview

- **Episode:** [680: Sir Thomas Nussbaum presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-21
- **Time:** 48:38–51:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents/chapter/eminent-domain-proposal-josh-barro-and-the-interview.md

New York Times columnist Josh Barro proposed that the U.S. government should seize the film "The Interview" via eminent domain to release it publicly. Barro argues that this unconventional use of government power would demonstrate that cyber attacks cannot successfully suppress American speech. The proposal includes airing the film on PBS and showing it in post offices to spite Kim Jong-un.

Keywords: josh barro, [eminent domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eminent-domain.md), [the interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-interview.md), [sony pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md)

### Sony Pictures Hack, North Korea Terrorism Allegations

- **Episode:** [679: Sir Reeshmeister Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-18
- **Time:** 5:44–8:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents/chapter/sony-pictures-hack-north-korea-terrorism-allegations.md

The discussion shifts to the Sony Pictures data breach and the subsequent cancellation of the film "The Interview." Alan Dershowitz appears on CNN characterizing the threats against movie theaters as an attack on Christmas and a form of state-sponsored terrorism. The U.S. government is reportedly preparing to formally name North Korea as the culprit behind the cyberattack.

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### Sony Pictures Hack, Amy Pascal Emails

- **Episode:** [678: Sir London Foley Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-14
- **Time:** 1:56:36–2:01:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents/chapter/sony-pictures-hack-amy-pascal-emails.md

The massive cyberattack on Sony Pictures revealed embarrassing email exchanges between co-chairman Amy Pascal and producer Scott Rudin, including racially insensitive jokes about President Obama. While the U.S. government blamed North Korea for the hack, alternative theories suggest a competitor or an insider may be responsible. The leak has caused significant damage to Sony's corporate reputation and raised questions about Hollywood's internal culture.

Keywords: [sony pictures](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sony-pictures.md), amy pascal, scott rudin, [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [the interview](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-interview.md)

### Sony Pictures Hack, The Interview Promotion

- **Episode:** [676: #955251](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/676-955251.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-07
- **Time:** 1:31:01–1:35:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/676-955251/chapter/sony-pictures-hack-the-interview-promotion.md

A cyberattack on Sony Pictures resulted in the theft of movies and internal emails, with some speculating North Korean involvement due to the upcoming film "The Interview." The hosts suggest the hack and the "broken English" threats may be a publicity stunt to promote the movie. Leaked emails also revealed internal criticism of Adam Sandler's "formulaic" films at the studio.

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### Media Magic, History of Fake Celebrity Interviews

- **Episode:** [471: Spying is Sharing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/471-spying-is-sharing.md)
- **Published:** 2012-12-20
- **Time:** 1:00:28–1:04:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/471-spying-is-sharing/chapter/media-magic-history-of-fake-celebrity-interviews.md

Adam Curry recounts his history in pirate radio and television, admitting to creating "media magic" through faked satellite interviews with celebrities like Janet Jackson. He explains how technical tricks were used to make pre-recorded answers appear as live conversations.

Keywords: decibel radio, [janet jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-jackson.md), satellite interviews, [media manipulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-manipulation.md), [theater of the mind](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theater-of-the-mind.md)

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