# Tom Yamas on The No Agenda Show Tom Yamas comes up in 12 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2016 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 12 - **Episodes:** 12 - **Discussed:** February 2016 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Nbc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Nbc Nightly News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-nightly-news.md), [Al Roker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-roker.md), [Anthony Fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [Brooklyn Bridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn-bridge.md), [Burisma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burisma.md), [Charlie Kirk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-kirk.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ## Chapters 1–12 of 12 ### NBC Nightly News Opener, Tom Yamas Teaser Style - **Episode:** [1885: Adult Day Care](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-12 - **Time:** 45:12–47:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1885-adult-day-care/chapter/nbc-nightly-news-opener-tom-yamas-teaser-style.md NBC Nightly News with Tom Yamas is analyzed for its fast-paced, teaser-heavy opening style. The broadcast covered the Air Force One controversy, the Charlie Kirk murder case, and a deadly shoe factory fire. The inclusion of a tribute to singer Bonnie Tyler at the end of a hard news block is noted as a peculiar editorial choice. Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [charlie kirk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-kirk.md), [brooklyn bridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn-bridge.md), bonnie tyler ### NBC Nightly News, Tom Yamas, and Medicare Advantage - **Episode:** [1877: Flim Flam](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-14 - **Time:** 1:12:48–1:16:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam/chapter/nbc-nightly-news-tom-yamas-and-medicare-advantage.md NBC Nightly News with Tom Yamas leads with the imminent Iran peace deal and tornado coverage from Al Roker. The broadcast includes exclusive reports on a deadly plane crash in Ohio and allegations of inappropriate conduct against golfer Phil Mickelson. A special segment titled "The Cost of Denial" examines the high rate of overturned denials in Medicare Advantage plans. Keywords: [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [al roker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-roker.md), [phil mickelson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phil-mickelson.md), [medicare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicare.md) ### David Muir, ABC News World News Tonight Tease Analysis - **Episode:** [1870: VBS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1870-vbs.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-21 - **Time:** 5:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1870-vbs/chapter/david-muir-abc-news-world-news-tonight-tease-analysis.md David Muir's ABC News broadcast opening is criticized for its repetitive and sensationalist structure. The headlines featured a shooting at an Islamic Center and a woman falling into a manhole in New York City, which Muir teased multiple times before the full report. A comparison is made to Tom Yamas at NBC News, who is described as having a superior and more professional news tease style. Keywords: [david muir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-muir.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), islamic center, manhole, [ebola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ebola.md) ### NBC Nightly News, Tom Yamas Friday Rundown - **Episode:** [1825: MUK-Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-14 - **Time:** 48:41–53:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra/chapter/nbc-nightly-news-tom-yamas-friday-rundown.md The Friday rundown for NBC Nightly News with Tom Yamas featured stories on Jeffrey Epstein's estate photos, a DoorDash driver pepper-spraying food, and Lindsey Vonn's skiing comeback. Critics note the absence of major financial scandals, such as the Somali fraud case in Minnesota, in favor of "fear-based" domestic stories designed to maintain viewer retention. Keywords: [nbc nightly news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-nightly-news.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), lindsey vonn, [doordash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doordash.md) ### Lester Holt, NBC Nightly News Exit - **Episode:** [1769: Mr. Umami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1769-mr-umami.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-01 - **Time:** 2:55:33–2:57:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1769-mr-umami/chapter/lester-holt-nbc-nightly-news-exit.md Lester Holt is stepping down as the anchor of NBC Nightly News after a ten-year tenure, moving to a full-time role at Dateline NBC. Tom Yamas is set to take over the anchor desk starting Monday. Holt, a Sacramento native, is recognized for his reputation as a trustworthy journalist who interviewed major global newsmakers during his decade at the desk. Keywords: [lester holt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lester-holt.md), [nbc nightly news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-nightly-news.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), dateline nbc, [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md) ### NBC Now and Streaming News Service Competition - **Episode:** [1435: Batu](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1435-batu.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-20 - **Time:** 3:16–6:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1435-batu/chapter/nbc-now-and-streaming-news-service-competition.md The hosts analyze the proliferation of streaming news services, specifically focusing on NBC Now and its competition with MSNBC and CNN. They evaluate the production styles of various anchors including Tom Yamas, Hallie Jackson, and Katie Tur, noting that these streaming shows often provide more depth than traditional half-hour network broadcasts. Keywords: nbc now, [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [shepard smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shepard-smith.md), [hallie jackson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hallie-jackson.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [katie tur](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-tur.md) ### ABC News Humanitarian Crisis Narrative, Holiday Travel Warnings - **Episode:** [1298: The Palmist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1298-the-palmist.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-28 - **Time:** 28:44–36:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1298-the-palmist/chapter/abc-news-humanitarian-crisis-narrative-holiday-travel-warnings.md ABC News, with Tom Yamas filling in for David Muir, has adopted the term "humanitarian crisis" to describe the current state of the pandemic in the United States. The network reports record hospitalizations and deaths while highlighting new restrictions, such as alcohol sales bans in Pennsylvania and checkpoints in New York City. Dr. Anthony Fauci is featured making a final plea for holiday sacrifices ahead of vaccine availability. Keywords: [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [anthony fauci](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-fauci.md), [humanitarian crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humanitarian-crisis.md), [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md), [lockdowns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockdowns.md) ### ABC News Report, Hunter Biden Business Dealings - **Episode:** [1178: Snakes and Spikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1178-snakes-and-spikes.md) - **Published:** 2019-10-06 - **Time:** 24:13–31:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1178-snakes-and-spikes/chapter/abc-news-report-hunter-biden-business-dealings.md An ABC News investigation by Tom Yamas detailed Hunter Biden's business ventures in Ukraine and China while his father served as Vice President. The report noted Hunter's appointment to the board of Burisma, a Ukrainian gas company, and his involvement in a Chinese investment fund following an official visit to Beijing. Despite the Biden campaign's denials of wrongdoing, the report highlighted concerns regarding the appearance of a conflict of interest. Keywords: [hunter biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden.md), [burisma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burisma.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [george stephanopoulos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-stephanopoulos.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md) ### David Pecker Immunity and ABC News Media Deconstruction - **Episode:** [1063: Furternity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1063-furternity.md) - **Published:** 2018-08-30 - **Time:** 38:03–47:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1063-furternity/chapter/david-pecker-immunity-and-abc-news-media-deconstruction.md National Enquirer publisher David Pecker was granted immunity in the Michael Cohen investigation. A deconstruction of ABC News coverage by Tom Yamas highlights "chicken shit journalism," where Trump quotes are taken out of context to suggest he is "slamming" individuals when he is actually lamenting the legal situation of "flipping" witnesses. Keywords: [david pecker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-pecker.md), [national enquirer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-enquirer.md), [michael cohen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-cohen.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md) ### Donald Trump Calls ABC Reporter Tom Yamas a "Sleaze" - **Episode:** [830: Tool Followers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-04 - **Time:** 1:44:49–1:48:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers/chapter/donald-trump-calls-abc-reporter-tom-yamas-a-sleaze.md During a heated press conference regarding veteran donations, Donald Trump singled out ABC News reporter Tom Yamas, calling him a "sleaze." Trump defended his aggressive stance toward the media, stating that this is how he would conduct White House press briefings if elected. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [tom yamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-yamas.md), [abc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), sleaze, [press conference](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-conference.md) ### ABC News Hit Piece, Trump Death Threats, Mark Zuckerberg - **Episode:** [816: Dehydrated in China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/816-dehydrated-in-china.md) - **Published:** 2016-04-14 - **Time:** 1:55:14–2:03:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/816-dehydrated-in-china/chapter/abc-news-hit-piece-trump-death-threats-mark-zuckerberg.md ABC News is criticized for a "media assassination" segment that accused Trump supporters of sending death threats to Republican delegates. The report featured Colorado GOP officials and linked the threats to rhetoric from Trump ally Roger Stone. Additionally, the Trump campaign responded to Mark Zuckerberg's criticisms by suggesting the Facebook founder live in a border town without private security. 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