# They Live on The No Agenda Show They Live comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2011 to December 2025. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** December 2011 – December 2025 - **Related topics:** [John Carpenter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-carpenter.md), [Astroturfing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astroturfing.md), [Bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md), [Chuck Schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-schumer.md), [Consumerism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumerism.md), [David Icke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-icke.md), [Elites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elites.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Mark Milliman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milliman.md), [Memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### They Live Symbolism, Oakland Meetup Report - **Episode:** [1071: Commie Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-31 - **Time:** 1:10:02–1:13:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey/chapter/they-live-symbolism-oakland-meetup-report.md Adam Curry discusses the metaphorical meaning of the film "They Live," equating the alien transmitters to mainstream media brainwashing. Dvorak reports on the Oakland meetup, which was attended by 53 people. He mentions the "Baron of Silicon Valley" and other donors who contributed to the show's "Value for Value" model during the event. Keywords: [they live](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/they-live.md), [john carpenter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-carpenter.md), oakland meetup, baron of silicon valley, [mimi dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mimi-dvorak.md) ### Reddit Echo Chambers and "They Live" Film Analysis - **Episode:** [1385: Flu Zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1385-flu-zone.md) - **Published:** 2021-09-26 - **Time:** 1:49:00–1:52:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1385-flu-zone/chapter/reddit-echo-chambers-and-they-live-film-analysis.md A producer's note analyzes how small, motivated groups use bots and moderation to create echo chambers on Reddit. This leads to a discussion of the John Carpenter film "They Live," which is described as a profound exploration of societal simulation and reality. Keywords: [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md), [astroturfing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/astroturfing.md), [john carpenter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-carpenter.md), [they live](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/they-live.md) ### No Agenda Art and Executive Producer Credits - **Episode:** [1103: Act IX](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1103-act-ix.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-15 - **Time:** 1:04:30–1:06:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1103-act-ix/chapter/no-agenda-art-and-executive-producer-credits.md The hosts credit Jibs02 for the episode artwork, which features Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer as characters from the movie "They Live." Sir Mark Milliman is recognized as the Executive Producer for show 1103 with a donation of $400.40. Other producers from Oregon and Colorado are also thanked for their support. Keywords: [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [mark milliman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milliman.md), longmont, rodney piper, [they live](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/they-live.md) ### Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi, Rebuttal Visuals - **Episode:** [1102: Killer Crickets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1102-killer-crickets.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-13 - **Time:** 18:28–21:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1102-killer-crickets/chapter/chuck-schumer-and-nancy-pelosi-rebuttal-visuals.md The televised rebuttal by Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer is criticized for poor production values, including an awkward camera angle and makeup choices. The visual presentation of the two Democratic leaders sparked numerous internet memes and comparisons to the film "They Live." The performance is described as weak and a distraction from the underlying policy debate. Keywords: [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [chuck schumer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-schumer.md), [television production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-production.md), [memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md), [they live](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/they-live.md) ### Joe Biden, "Dregs of Society" Comments - **Episode:** [1070: Alexa in a Lexus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1070-alexa-in-a-lexus.md) - **Published:** 2018-09-20 - **Time:** 1:19:02–1:22:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1070-alexa-in-a-lexus/chapter/joe-biden-dregs-of-society-comments.md Joe Biden's comments referring to some of President Trump's supporters as the "dregs of society" are compared to the themes of the film *They Live*. The hosts suggest that Biden's physical appearance in recent clips resembles the "skeletal" elites from the John Carpenter movie. A link to the film's imagery is recommended for the show's newsletter. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [they live](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/they-live.md), [john carpenter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-carpenter.md), [elites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elites.md), rodney piper ### David Icke's Hollow Moon Theory and Public Reputation - **Episode:** [854: Premedicated](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-25 - **Time:** 1:23:34–1:28:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated/chapter/david-icke-s-hollow-moon-theory-and-public-reputation.md John C. Dvorak shares a video of David Icke, discussing Icke's theories about a hollow moon and reptilian bloodlines. The hosts recount Icke's history as a BBC sports commentator whose career was derailed after he announced his beliefs on the Terry Wogan show. Despite being a public laughing stock, Icke continues to sell out large venues like Wembley Stadium, blending political critique with esoteric theories. Keywords: [david icke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-icke.md), hollow moon, [reptilians](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reptilians.md), [wembley stadium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wembley-stadium.md), [terry wogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terry-wogan.md), [they live](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/they-live.md) ### They Live, John Carpenter, and Alien Elites - **Episode:** [364: Katy Bar The Door, Baby!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/364-katy-bar-the-door-baby.md) - **Published:** 2011-12-11 - **Time:** 1:02:51–1:07:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/364-katy-bar-the-door-baby/chapter/they-live-john-carpenter-and-alien-elites.md The hosts discuss the 1988 John Carpenter film "They Live," starring wrestler Roddy Piper. 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