# Tony Blinken on The No Agenda Show

Tony Blinken comes up in 15 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2013 to July 2023.

- **Chapters:** 15
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** September 2013 – July 2023
- **Related topics:** [Susan Rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [Anchorage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anchorage.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), [Belt And Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belt-and-road.md), [Bill De Blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Chuck Todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md)

## Chapters 1–15 of 15

### The WestExec Advisors and Military-Industrial Complex Revolving Door

- **Episode:** [1569: Hydrating](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1569-hydrating.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-02
- **Time:** 1:23:38–1:26:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1569-hydrating/chapter/the-westexec-advisors-and-military-industrial-complex-revolving-door.md

The discussion focuses on WestExec Advisors, a consulting firm founded by Tony Blinken that serves as a bridge between the government and the arms industry. High-ranking officials including Avril Haines, David Cohen, and Jen Psaki are linked to the firm, while Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is noted for his ties to Raytheon. The hosts argue that these "architects of the proxy war" are positioned to reap massive profits from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), westexec advisors, [raytheon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raytheon.md), [lloyd austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-austin.md), [lockheed martin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lockheed-martin.md)

### Kazakhstan Unrest, Geopolitical Disruption of Belt and Road

- **Episode:** [1414: Coof Croup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup.md)
- **Published:** 2022-01-09
- **Time:** 1:23:27–1:29:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup/chapter/kazakhstan-unrest-geopolitical-disruption-of-belt-and-road.md

Violent unrest in Kazakhstan is being analyzed as a potential U.S.-backed "color revolution" designed to disrupt the strategic link between Russia and China. Kazakhstan serves as a critical logistics hub for China's Belt and Road Initiative and houses vital energy pipelines. The lack of mainstream media coverage in the West suggests a sophisticated, quiet operation to pressure Putin on his southern flank while he is focused on Ukraine.

Keywords: [kazakhstan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kazakhstan.md), [putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [belt and road](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belt-and-road.md), [color revolution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/color-revolution.md), [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md)

### IRC Board of Directors and Elite Connections

- **Episode:** [1389: Wigglesworth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1389-wigglesworth.md)
- **Published:** 2021-10-10
- **Time:** 2:34:30–2:38:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1389-wigglesworth/chapter/irc-board-of-directors-and-elite-connections.md

The Board of Directors and advisors for the International Rescue Committee (IRC) include high-profile figures such as Tim Geithner, Madeleine Albright, and Henry Kissinger. Connections to the Open Society Foundation and the Blinken family are noted, suggesting the organization serves as a "drinking club" for the global elite. Media figures like Scott Pelly and Arthur Sulzberger Jr. are also linked to the group.

Keywords: [irc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irc.md), [tim geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-geithner.md), [madeleine albright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madeleine-albright.md), [henry kissinger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/henry-kissinger.md), [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md)

### Deep State Takedowns, CIA vs FBI Dynamics

- **Episode:** [1382: super-mutation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1382-super-mutation.md)
- **Published:** 2021-09-17
- **Time:** 2:12:01–2:17:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1382-super-mutation/chapter/deep-state-takedowns-cia-vs-fbi-dynamics.md

A series of high-profile "takedowns" involving General Mark Milley, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and the FBI suggests an internal power struggle within the US intelligence community. While the FBI and State Department face intense scrutiny over Afghanistan and the Nassar case, the CIA has remained largely shielded from criticism. This pattern may indicate the CIA is asserting dominance over rival agencies.

Keywords: [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [mark milley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-milley.md), [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [john durham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-durham.md)

### Tony Blinken Criticism, Bill de Blasio Hygiene Insult

- **Episode:** [1374: Shetard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-19
- **Time:** 2:29:04–2:33:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard/chapter/tony-blinken-criticism-bill-de-blasio-hygiene-insult.md

Tucker Carlson delivers a series of sharp insults directed at Secretary of State Tony Blinken and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio. Carlson characterizes Blinken as mediocre and questions de Blasio's personal hygiene and medical authority, comparing the mayor's diet to "bong hits and Pringles."

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [department of state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-state.md)

### Meet the Press, Tony Blinken on Kabul Deterioration

- **Episode:** [1374: Shetard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-19
- **Time:** 2:33:02–2:36:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard/chapter/meet-the-press-tony-blinken-on-kabul-deterioration.md

Secretary of State Tony Blinken is interviewed on "Meet the Press" regarding his June assessment that the situation in Afghanistan would not deteriorate immediately. Blinken attributes the rapid Taliban takeover to the unexpected inability of the Afghan National Security Forces to defend the country.

Keywords: [meet the press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meet-the-press.md), [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [kabul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kabul.md), afghan security forces

### Saigon Moment Denial, Hillary Clinton Canada Call

- **Episode:** [1374: Shetard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-19
- **Time:** 2:40:32–2:43:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1374-shetard/chapter/saigon-moment-denial-hillary-clinton-canada-call.md

Tony Blinken denies that the evacuation of Kabul is a "Saigon moment" during an interview with Jake Tapper. Meanwhile, Justin Trudeau reveals he consulted with Hillary Clinton regarding the safety of Afghan women and girls, a move the hosts view as politically suspicious.

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [saigon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saigon.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md)

### US-China Alaska Summit, Diplomatic Confrontation

- **Episode:** [1331: Brood X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1331-brood-x.md)
- **Published:** 2021-03-21
- **Time:** 2:03:05–2:10:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1331-brood-x/chapter/us-china-alaska-summit-diplomatic-confrontation.md

Secretary of State Tony Blinken and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met with Chinese diplomats in Anchorage, Alaska. The meeting devolved into a 20-minute diatribe by Yang Jiechi, who accused the U.S. of hypocrisy regarding human rights and Black Lives Matter. The hosts characterize the American diplomats as "lightweights" who were unprepared for China's aggressive stance.

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [jake sullivan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-sullivan.md), yang jiechi, [anchorage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anchorage.md), [alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md)

### Media Framing of China Meeting, Diplomatic Body Language

- **Episode:** [1331: Brood X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1331-brood-x.md)
- **Published:** 2021-03-21
- **Time:** 2:10:59–2:17:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1331-brood-x/chapter/media-framing-of-china-meeting-diplomatic-body-language.md

Mainstream media coverage, particularly on PBS, is criticized for downplaying the severity of the Chinese rebuke during the Alaska summit. While the U.S. team attempted to project moral authority, the Chinese delegation explicitly rejected the "rules-based order" and criticized American domestic instability. The hosts compare the Democratic diplomatic style to the "arrogance" of John Kerry.

Keywords: [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [m5m](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/m5m.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md), [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [anchorage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anchorage.md)

### Tony Blinken, Iran Nuclear Deal Reentry

- **Episode:** [1316: Mark of the Mask](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1316-mark-of-the-mask.md)
- **Published:** 2021-01-28
- **Time:** 1:25:24–1:28:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1316-mark-of-the-mask/chapter/tony-blinken-iran-nuclear-deal-reentry.md

Secretary of State Tony Blinken indicated a shift in U.S. foreign policy, including a temporary halt on arms deals to Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The administration aims to rejoin the 2015 Iran nuclear deal if Iran returns to compliance. Blinken also addressed concerns regarding Russian cyberattacks and the detention of Alexei Navalny.

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [saudi arabia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/saudi-arabia.md), [yemen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yemen.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md)

### Biden Administration Picks, Media Revolving Door

- **Episode:** [1299: King Mitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-01
- **Time:** 2:48:08–2:50:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch/chapter/biden-administration-picks-media-revolving-door.md

The Biden transition team has announced several key appointments, including Tony Blinken for Secretary of State. Critics highlight the "revolving door" between Democratic administrations and major news networks like CNN and MSNBC, noting that many former Obama officials are returning to government service.

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [revolving door](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revolving-door.md)

### Obama Administration Cadence, Tony Blinken Interview

- **Episode:** [702: Toddler Wage Gap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/702-toddler-wage-gap.md)
- **Published:** 2015-03-08
- **Time:** 2:05:58–2:10:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/702-toddler-wage-gap/chapter/obama-administration-cadence-tony-blinken-interview.md

An analysis of the "milieu" of the Obama administration focuses on the distinctive speaking cadence shared by officials like Tony Blinken, Josh Earnest, and Susan Rice. The "State Department cadence" is characterized by specific rhythmic patterns and the "punching up" of final words in sentences, which the hosts argue is a learned trait within the administration's communications team.

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [josh earnest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-earnest.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md)

### Tony Blinken, Syria Conflict and Negotiated Transition

- **Episode:** [545: Lethal Aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/545-lethal-aid.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-05
- **Time:** 3:57–9:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/545-lethal-aid/chapter/tony-blinken-syria-conflict-and-negotiated-transition.md

Tony Blinken, Deputy National Security Advisor, appears on the PBS NewsHour to discuss the Obama administration's stance on the Syrian civil war. Blinken emphasizes a "negotiated transition" and a political process to end the conflict. The hosts critique his rhetorical style and background, noting his lack of traditional national security experience.

Keywords: [tony blinken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tony-blinken.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [judy woodruff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/judy-woodruff.md), [pbs news hour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-news-hour.md)

### Kosovo Precedent, Targeted Military Action in Syria

- **Episode:** [545: Lethal Aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/545-lethal-aid.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-05
- **Time:** 23:28–24:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/545-lethal-aid/chapter/kosovo-precedent-targeted-military-action-in-syria.md

Tony Blinken addresses concerns that military action in Syria could become an open-ended conflict similar to Kosovo or Iraq. He describes the proposed intervention as a "time-limited" and "very targeted" strike to deter chemical weapon use. The hosts remain skeptical of the administration's ability to control the duration of military engagements once they begin.

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### Chemical Weapon Norms, Risks of Inaction in Syria

- **Episode:** [545: Lethal Aid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/545-lethal-aid.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-05
- **Time:** 24:54–26:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/545-lethal-aid/chapter/chemical-weapon-norms-risks-of-inaction-in-syria.md

Tony Blinken argues that the dangers of not acting in Syria far outweigh the risks of unintended consequences from a military strike. He asserts that failing to enforce the 100-year-old norm against chemical weapons would embolden the Assad regime and other regional actors. The hosts identify this as the primary talking point being promoted by the White House.

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