# Thomas Drake on The No Agenda Show Thomas Drake comes up in 8 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2011 to June 2022. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** May 2011 – June 2022 - **Related topics:** [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [Whistleblower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblower.md), [James Clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [Whistleblowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowers.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Classification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classification.md), [Classified Information](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified-information.md), [Dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [Espionage Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage-act.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### Thomas Drake, FBI Warnings, Trusted Workforce 2.0 - **Episode:** [1464: Bomb Rotterdam!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-30 - **Time:** 53:44–59:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam/chapter/thomas-drake-fbi-warnings-trusted-workforce-2-0.md Former NSA whistleblower Thomas Drake warns against speaking to the FBI without a lawyer, recounting how his own truthful statements were used to frame him for obstruction of justice. The discussion transitions to "Trusted Workforce 2.0," a new Department of Homeland Security initiative for continuous, real-time vetting of all employees and contractors. This reform is described as a method for the government to maintain total control over its workforce through constant surveillance. Keywords: [thomas drake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-drake.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [whistleblower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblower.md), [dhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhs.md), [vetting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vetting.md) ### Viva Frei, FBI Corruption and Agent Provocateurs - **Episode:** [1423: Baby Stealers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1423-baby-stealers.md) - **Published:** 2022-02-06 - **Time:** 4:19–7:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1423-baby-stealers/chapter/viva-frei-fbi-corruption-and-agent-provocateurs.md Canadian livestreamer Viva Frei reflects on the Brett Kavanaugh hearings and expresses regret for being too objective given his current view of FBI corruption. The discussion links this distrust to fears of agent provocateurs infiltrating the Canadian trucker protests to create a "January 6 type" situation. Keywords: [viva frei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viva-frei.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), kavanaugh hearings, [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [thomas drake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-drake.md) ### Thomas Drake, Advice on Dealing with the FBI - **Episode:** [1239: Beaches are Open](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-07 - **Time:** 3:02:42–3:05:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open/chapter/thomas-drake-advice-on-dealing-with-the-fbi.md NSA whistleblower Thomas Drake's advice to "never speak to the FBI" is revisited in light of the Flynn case. Drake, who was charged with making false statements despite telling the truth, warns that the bureau will use any statement to justify framed charges. This segment emphasizes the danger of "naive" cooperation with federal agents, even for high-ranking officials. Keywords: [thomas drake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-drake.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [whistleblower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblower.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [pentagon papers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon-papers.md) ### Intelligence Leaks and Approved Media Messaging - **Episode:** [1006: Congressional Jignitty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1006-congressional-jignitty.md) - **Published:** 2018-02-08 - **Time:** 2:02:57–2:07:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1006-congressional-jignitty/chapter/intelligence-leaks-and-approved-media-messaging.md A 2013 speech by whistleblower Thomas Drake is used to argue that "leaks" to major media outlets like NBC are often approved government messages. The hosts contend that because intelligence officials face polygraphs regarding unauthorized press contact, any "top secret" report appearing in the news is likely a coordinated plant. Keywords: [thomas drake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-drake.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md), [national press club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-press-club.md), [classified information](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classified-information.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md) ### Philip Mudd, Thomas Drake FBI Criticisms - **Episode:** [1005: Circular Reporting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1005-circular-reporting.md) - **Published:** 2018-02-04 - **Time:** 45:23–48:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1005-circular-reporting/chapter/philip-mudd-thomas-drake-fbi-criticisms.md Former CIA official Philip Mudd defended the FBI's longevity and integrity on CNN, while NSA whistleblower Thomas Drake offered a starkly different perspective. Drake warned against speaking to the FBI without a lawyer, alleging that the agency framed him using false statement charges despite his attempts to tell the truth. Keywords: [philip mudd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philip-mudd.md), [thomas drake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-drake.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [whistleblower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblower.md) ### Thomas Drake, NSA Whistleblower Testimony - **Episode:** [496: Shoot Look Shoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot.md) - **Published:** 2013-03-17 - **Time:** 2:22:18–2:27:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot/chapter/thomas-drake-nsa-whistleblower-testimony.md Former NSA executive Thomas Drake spoke at the National Press Club about his experience as a whistleblower. He detailed how the FBI framed him with felony counts after he reported illegal wiretapping. Drake also noted that DNI James Clapper has added polygraph questions regarding unauthorized contact with the press to intimidate government employees. Keywords: [thomas drake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-drake.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [whistleblowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowers.md), [james clapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-clapper.md) ### Over-Classification, Government Secrecy Abuse - **Episode:** [496: Shoot Look Shoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot.md) - **Published:** 2013-03-17 - **Time:** 2:38:38–2:43:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/496-shoot-look-shoot/chapter/over-classification-government-secrecy-abuse.md Thomas Drake argues that the government uses the classification system to hide illegality, administrative waste, and fraud rather than to protect national security. He asserts that very little in government truly needs to be classified and that the system has become fundamentally corrupted to avoid public accountability. Keywords: [classification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/classification.md), [secrecy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secrecy.md), [thomas drake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thomas-drake.md), [fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fraud.md), [transparency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transparency.md) ### Thomas Drake Whistleblowing Case and the Espionage Act - **Episode:** [305: Last Show Ever](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/305-last-show-ever.md) - **Published:** 2011-05-19 - **Time:** 1:28:35–1:33:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/305-last-show-ever/chapter/thomas-drake-whistleblowing-case-and-the-espionage-act.md The criminal prosecution of NSA whistleblower Thomas Drake is examined. 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