# Twitter Files on The No Agenda Show Twitter Files comes up in 18 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2022 to January 2025. - **Chapters:** 18 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** December 2022 – January 2025 - **Related topics:** [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Matt Taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [Barry Weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md), [Glenn Greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [Hunter Biden Laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [Limited Hangout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/limited-hangout.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Robert Mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md) ## Chapters 1–18 of 18 ### Covert Content Manipulation, Foreign Adversaries and First Amendment - **Episode:** [1731: Cyber Timebombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-19 - **Time:** 1:15:20–1:18:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs/chapter/covert-content-manipulation-foreign-adversaries-and-first-amendment.md Justices Kagan and Gorsuch questioned the definition of "covert" manipulation and how it differs from the influence exerted by US-based platforms. The Solicitor General maintained that there is no First Amendment right for a foreign adversary to exploit a speech platform for geopolitical goals. Critics point out that the "Twitter Files" previously revealed similar domestic coordination between the US government and social media companies to influence public discourse. Keywords: [kagan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kagan.md), [gorsuch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gorsuch.md), covert manipulation, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md) ### Blue Sky Social, Jeff Jarvis and Kara Swisher - **Episode:** [1715: Scruples](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-24 - **Time:** 1:14:40–1:17:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples/chapter/blue-sky-social-jeff-jarvis-and-kara-swisher.md The hosts explore the content on Blue Sky, noting that prominent journalists like Jeff Jarvis and Kara Swisher have moved there to "whine" about Elon Musk. They mock the terminology used on the platform, such as "skeets," and criticize the "Redonkulous" language used by Swisher. The segment portrays the platform as an echo chamber for displaced media elites. Keywords: [blue sky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-sky.md), [jeff jarvis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-jarvis.md), [kara swisher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kara-swisher.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) ### Glenn Greenwald, Twitter Files Brazil and PayPal Mafia - **Episode:** [1692: Salted Ducks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-05 - **Time:** 56:07–1:02:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1692-salted-ducks/chapter/glenn-greenwald-twitter-files-brazil-and-paypal-mafia.md The conflict in Brazil is traced back to Elon Musk providing internal communications to journalist Glenn Greenwald regarding censorship of Jair Bolsonaro's supporters. The hosts also discuss Musk's history with the "PayPal Mafia" and his relationships with Silicon Valley power brokers like Roelof Botha of Sequoia Capital. They question whether Musk is a true independent or a front man for intelligence community interests. Keywords: [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [bolsonaro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bolsonaro.md), [peter thiel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peter-thiel.md), [sequoia capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sequoia-capital.md) ### Twitter Files, Media Suppression of FBI Involvement - **Episode:** [1531: Dead Name](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-12 - **Time:** 1:08:58–1:11:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name/chapter/twitter-files-media-suppression-of-fbi-involvement.md The hosts discuss the ongoing "Twitter Files" revelations and the mainstream media's tendency to dismiss them as conspiracy theories. They argue that documents showing FBI involvement in content moderation are being suppressed by traditional news outlets. Podcasting is presented as the last remaining medium for unfiltered information and deconstruction of these stories. Keywords: [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [conspiracy theories](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conspiracy-theories.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai, Limited Hangout Claims - **Episode:** [1515: Scop Christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-02 - **Time:** 42:28–45:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas/chapter/dr-shiva-ayyadurai-limited-hangout-claims.md Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai alleges that figures like Elon Musk, Tucker Carlson, and Matt Taibbi are participating in a "limited hangout" regarding the Twitter Files. He claims his 2020 federal lawsuit regarding government-directed censorship was ignored by these individuals to protect intelligence agencies. The hosts discuss the concept of a limited hangout as a tactic to release partial information to maintain control. Keywords: dr. shiva ayyadurai, [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [limited hangout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/limited-hangout.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [whitney webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitney-webb.md) ### TikTok "Meat Emoji" Outrage and the Restrict Act - **Episode:** [1544: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-06 - **Time:** 2:25:41–2:29:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers/chapter/tiktok-meat-emoji-outrage-and-the-restrict-act.md A viral TikTok video featuring a vegan activist demanding the removal of "triggering" meat emojis from iPhones is used to illustrate the platform's entertainment value. This leads into a serious discussion of the "Restrict Act" (the so-called TikTok Bill). Journalist Matt Taibbi explains that the bill is a "wish list" for government agencies seeking absolute access to platform data and the authority to moderate content via "trusted flaggers." Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), meat emoji, [vegan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vegan.md), [restrict act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/restrict-act.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### Congressional Oversight Hearings, FBI Culture Shift - **Episode:** [1529: Google Barf](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1529-google-barf.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-13 - **Time:** 2:46:12–2:54:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1529-google-barf/chapter/congressional-oversight-hearings-fbi-culture-shift.md House Republicans held hearings on the "weaponization" of the federal government, focusing on the FBI's influence over social media platforms. Retired FBI agent Thomas Baker testified that the Bureau's culture shifted from law enforcement to "intelligence-driven" under Robert Mueller, leading to abuses of FISA warrants. Media critics dismissed the hearings as an "airing of grievances" rather than substantive oversight. Keywords: [house republicans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-republicans.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [fisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [congressional oversight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congressional-oversight.md) ### Weaponization of the Federal Government, House Subcommittee - **Episode:** [1526: Canuck Chuck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1526-canuck-chuck.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-06 - **Time:** 1:05:58–1:08:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1526-canuck-chuck/chapter/weaponization-of-the-federal-government-house-subcommittee.md The House of Representatives has formed a select subcommittee on the "Weaponization of the Federal Government" to investigate the FBI and the intelligence community. The hosts discuss whether this investigation is a genuine effort at reform or a "limited hangout" designed to manage public perception of government corruption. Keywords: [jim jordan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-jordan.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [house of representatives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-representatives.md), [limited hangout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/limited-hangout.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### Orthrus Variant, Twitter Files FBI Timeline - **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-19 - **Time:** 1:11:55–1:17:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/orthrus-variant-twitter-files-fbi-timeline.md The latest COVID-19 variant has been nicknamed "Orthrus," following the "Kraken" moniker, continuing a trend of using Greek mythological monsters. Meanwhile, journalist Michael Shellenberger released new "Twitter Files" detailing how the FBI discredited the Hunter Biden laptop story in 2020. The reports reveal that former FBI agents working at Twitter had their own private Slack channel to coordinate with the bureau. Keywords: orthrus variant, [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [michael shellenberger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-shellenberger.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md) ### Twitter Files, Matt Taibbi, Government Censorship Requests - **Episode:** [1519: Freeze Peach](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1519-freeze-peach.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-12 - **Time:** 2:26:52–2:31:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1519-freeze-peach/chapter/twitter-files-matt-taibbi-government-censorship-requests.md The latest release of the "Twitter Files" by journalist Matt Taibbi alleges that various federal agencies, including the FBI and the office of Congressman Adam Schiff, requested the suspension of specific accounts. Schiff's office reportedly asked for the removal of journalist Paul Sperry. The documents suggest a broad effort by the U.S. government to influence content moderation regarding COVID-19 origins and "Russian disinformation." Keywords: [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [adam schiff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-schiff.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), paul sperry, [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### Twitter Files, CISA and Limited Hangouts - **Episode:** [1517: Satchel of Richards](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1517-satchel-of-richards.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-01 - **Time:** 17:49–19:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1517-satchel-of-richards/chapter/twitter-files-cisa-and-limited-hangouts.md The release of the "Twitter Files" continues to reveal coordination between the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and major tech platforms like Facebook and Google. The discussion references Whitney Webb's concept of a "limited hangout," suggesting that Elon Musk's disclosures may be designed to provide a controlled outlet for public anger without dismantling the underlying censorship apparatus. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [cisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cisa.md), [barry weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md), [whitney webb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitney-webb.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Elon Musk and the Twitter Files Redactions - **Episode:** [1514: Holiday Heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-22 - **Time:** 2:27:02–2:31:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart/chapter/elon-musk-and-the-twitter-files-redactions.md The ongoing release of the "Twitter Files" has revealed how the platform assisted the Pentagon in online influence campaigns. Critics note that many of the documents are heavily redacted, potentially obscuring the fact that these programs were established during the Obama administration. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [pentagon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pentagon.md), [barry weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md), [redactions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/redactions.md) ### Twitter Files Investigation and E-Discovery Tools - **Episode:** [1513: Inrush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-18 - **Time:** 32:09–34:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush/chapter/twitter-files-investigation-and-e-discovery-tools.md Journalists Barry Weiss and Matt Taibbi have been reviewing internal Twitter communications at the company's headquarters. Weiss noted that the research process involves working through lawyers using e-discovery tools. This arrangement has raised questions about whether the information being released is being filtered or curated by legal counsel before reaching the reporters. Keywords: [barry weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barry-weiss.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), e-discovery, legal review ### Twitter Files Reveal FBI and Intelligence Community Collusion - **Episode:** [1512: Cash is Criminal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-15 - **Time:** 36:41–42:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1512-cash-is-criminal/chapter/twitter-files-reveal-fbi-and-intelligence-community-collusion.md Journalist Matt Taibbi released installments of the Twitter Files detailing weekly meetings between former Twitter executive Yoel Roth and agencies including the FBI, DHS, and the ODNI. Legal experts suggest that if Twitter acted under government direction to censor content, it may have functioned as a state agent, violating the First Amendment. A significant number of former FBI agents are currently employed in Twitter's corporate security and risk departments. Keywords: [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), yoel rath, [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md) ### Twitter Files, Matt Taibbi, Glenn Greenwald Speculation - **Episode:** [1511: SEERS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1511-seers.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-11 - **Time:** 47:16–52:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1511-seers/chapter/twitter-files-matt-taibbi-glenn-greenwald-speculation.md The release of the "Twitter Files" via independent journalists on Substack is analyzed as a potentially staged operation. Speculation arises that Glenn Greenwald may be involved behind the scenes, similar to his role in the Snowden leaks. Matt Taibbi addressed criticisms regarding the conditions of his access to the documents, clarifying that he agreed to publish on Twitter first and use "sources at Twitter" for attribution. Keywords: [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [glenn greenwald](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-greenwald.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [substack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/substack.md) ### Bari Weiss, The Free Press, Twitter Moderation Transparency - **Episode:** [1511: SEERS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1511-seers.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-11 - **Time:** 52:44–58:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1511-seers/chapter/bari-weiss-the-free-press-twitter-moderation-transparency.md Bari Weiss joined the Twitter Files project, utilizing her platform "The Free Press" to report on internal company communications. The hosts question how Weiss and Michael Shellenberger were selected by Elon Musk and note Weiss's involvement with the new University of Austin. The reporting focuses on "visibility filtering" and the internal mechanisms used to suppress certain accounts and topics. Keywords: [bari weiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bari-weiss.md), [the free press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-free-press.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md), university of austin ### Firing of James Baker and Twitter Files Revelations - **Episode:** [1510: Trump Op](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1510-trump-op.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-08 - **Time:** 54:15–1:01:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1510-trump-op/chapter/firing-of-james-baker-and-twitter-files-revelations.md Elon Musk fired Twitter's Deputy General Counsel James Baker, a former FBI official, after discovering he was vetting the "Twitter Files" without Musk's knowledge. Baker's involvement in suppressing the Hunter Biden laptop story in 2020 is highlighted as a major conflict of interest. Analysts suggest Baker's actions represent a deep-seated partisan collaboration between the FBI and Big Tech. Keywords: [james baker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-baker.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [hunter biden laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hunter-biden-laptop.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md) ### Media Dismissal of Twitter Files as a Nothing Burger - **Episode:** [1510: Trump Op](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1510-trump-op.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-08 - **Time:** 1:13:55–1:22:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1510-trump-op/chapter/media-dismissal-of-twitter-files-as-a-nothing-burger.md Mainstream commentators and "intellectual elites" have largely dismissed the Twitter Files as a "nothing burger" and a PR stunt for Elon Musk. However, historical context is provided regarding the FBI's long-standing presence within tech companies, including a 2010 meeting between Robert Mueller and Mark Zuckerberg at Facebook headquarters. Keywords: [matt taibbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-taibbi.md), jessica yellin, [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [twitter files](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-files.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. Every public page on this site has one: add `.md` to its URL, or request it with `Accept: text/markdown`. - [Site index for agents (llms.txt)](https://search.noagendashow.net/llms.txt) - [Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - [Search transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/search.md) - [All episodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episodes.md) - [Topics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topics.md) - [People](https://search.noagendashow.net/people.md)