# Tom Freston on The No Agenda Show Tom Freston comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2014 to April 2026. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** August 2014 – April 2026 - **Related topics:** [Vice Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [Mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [Shane Smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shane-smith.md), [Vice Magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-magazine.md), [Acquisitions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acquisitions.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Ash Carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ash-carter.md), [David Icke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-icke.md), [Funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md), [George Soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Video Vanguard Award, MJJ Studios - **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-26 - **Time:** 1:52:48–1:55:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/video-vanguard-award-mjj-studios.md Michael Jackson's performance at the MTV Video Music Awards was contingent on the Video Vanguard Award being named after him. Adam Curry describes visiting Jackson's studio, where he saw the singer standing on an apple crate to appear taller and witnessed Howie Mandel performing voices for children. Curry laments that younger generations are largely unaware of Jackson's massive cultural impact. Keywords: [michael jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-jackson.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), video vanguard award, [howie mandel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howie-mandel.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md) ### Vice Media Funding and David Icke Documentary - **Episode:** [1135: Miss Lawyer USA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1135-miss-lawyer-usa.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-05 - **Time:** 1:58:29–2:04:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1135-miss-lawyer-usa/chapter/vice-media-funding-and-david-icke-documentary.md Vice Media reportedly secured $250 million in debt financing from a consortium led by George Soros following significant layoffs. The hosts examine a Vice documentary about David Icke, criticizing it for mischaracterizing Icke's famous 1991 interview on the Terry Wogan show. They argue that Vice's editorial direction is influenced by its need for survival and corporate funding. Keywords: [vice media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [david icke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-icke.md), [terry wogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terry-wogan.md), [funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funding.md) ### Vice Media Business Model and Tom Arnold Series - **Episode:** [1045: Pseudo-Addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-28 - **Time:** 15:31–18:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/vice-media-business-model-and-tom-arnold-series.md The business strategy of Vice Media is critiqued, characterizing the organization as an advertising agency rather than a traditional news outlet. There is skepticism regarding the longevity of Tom Arnold's show, with suggestions that the production relies on sensationalism and "guest abuse" for engagement. Keywords: [vice media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), advertising agency, tom arnold, [television production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-production.md) ### Vice Magazine's Interview with Ash Carter - **Episode:** [723: Axe Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/723-axe-man.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-25 - **Time:** 2:40:58–2:45:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/723-axe-man/chapter/vice-magazine-s-interview-with-ash-carter.md Vice co-founder Shane Smith interviewed Secretary of Defense Ash Carter aboard a military aircraft, discussing alleged Russian cyberattacks on the Pentagon. The interview is dismissed as a "poorly done" propaganda piece facilitated by former MTV CEO Tom Freston's connections. The hosts argue that if the Russian attacks were as severe as claimed, the U.S. would be taking more aggressive military action rather than discussing it in a lifestyle magazine. Keywords: [vice magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-magazine.md), [ash carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ash-carter.md), [shane smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shane-smith.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [russian hackers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russian-hackers.md) ### Vice Media Valuation and Potential Acquisition of HLN - **Episode:** [675: Aristocrats!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-04 - **Time:** 2:20:11–2:23:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/675-aristocrats/chapter/vice-media-valuation-and-potential-acquisition-of-hln.md Vice Media CEO Shane Smith discussed the company's aggressive acquisition strategy, targeting "distressed media assets" like magazines and television networks. Smith hinted that Vice is interested in acquiring HLN (Headline News), claiming the network is currently performing poorly and could be revitalized under Vice's management. Keywords: [vice media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [shane smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shane-smith.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [hln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hln.md), [acquisitions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acquisitions.md) ### Vice Media, Tom Freston and Shane Smith - **Episode:** [672: Taboose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/672-taboose.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-23 - **Time:** 2:38:57–2:42:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/672-taboose/chapter/vice-media-tom-freston-and-shane-smith.md The credibility and valuation of Vice Media are questioned, with the hosts suggesting that many of their "edgy" documentaries are scripted or rigged. The involvement of former Viacom executive Tom Freston and founder Shane Smith is highlighted as Vice moves toward a multi-billion dollar valuation. Keywords: [vice media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-media.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [shane smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shane-smith.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [viacom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viacom.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md) ### Vice Magazine ISIS Documentary and Media Staging - **Episode:** [642: Walking Bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-10 - **Time:** 49:00–52:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/vice-magazine-isis-documentary-and-media-staging.md Skepticism regarding Vice Magazine's exclusive five-part documentary series on ISIS. The segment questions how Vice obtained such high-quality, scripted-looking footage and suggests the organization, led by former MTV executive Tom Freston, may be facilitating a specific narrative about the terror group's capabilities and brutality. Keywords: [vice magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vice-magazine.md), [tom freston](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-freston.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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