# Veterans Day on The No Agenda Show Veterans Day comes up in 19 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2009 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 19 - **Episodes:** 17 - **Discussed:** November 2009 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Veterans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans.md), [Memorial Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorial-day.md), [World War Ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md), [Arlington Cemetery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arlington-cemetery.md), [Armistice Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/armistice-day.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Poppies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppies.md), [Purple Heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/purple-heart.md), [4th Of July](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4th-of-july.md) ## Chapters 1–19 of 19 ### Matt Long's Veterans Day Speech and Muse AI - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 1:23:37–1:27:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/matt-long-s-veterans-day-speech-and-muse-ai.md Matt Long describes his upcoming keynote speech for a Veterans Day parade in Bandera, Texas, which he prepared using the Muse AI tool. He explains how the AI helped him research Benjamin Franklin's views on veterans and the military. The group jokes about Long's uncanny physical resemblance to Franklin and his use of AI to find practical solutions, like fixing a leaky sink. Keywords: [matt long](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-long.md), [benjamin franklin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-franklin.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), muse ai, bandera texas ### Florence Italy Broadcast, Holiday vs Christmas Debate - **Episode:** [1828: No Agenda Christmas 2025](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-25 - **Time:** 1:57:36–2:00:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025/chapter/florence-italy-broadcast-holiday-vs-christmas-debate.md Adam Curry broadcasts from Florence, Italy, where he is celebrating his brother-in-law's 60th birthday. The hosts revisit the "Happy Holidays" debate, questioning why only Christmas is subjected to the generic "holiday" label while the 4th of July and Veterans Day maintain their specific names. They argue the shift reflects a specific cultural bias against Christian traditions. Keywords: [florence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florence.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [4th of july](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4th-of-july.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), federal holidays ### No Agenda Art, Veterans Day Submissions - **Episode:** [1608: Woke Up Dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1608-woke-up-dead.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-16 - **Time:** 2:28:53–2:33:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1608-woke-up-dead/chapter/no-agenda-art-veterans-day-submissions.md The show reviewed recent artwork submissions, focusing on a Veterans Day piece by "Correct the Record" that was selected for the episode. The hosts discussed the increasing use of AI in listener art and the importance of chapter markers in modern podcast apps. They encouraged artists to continue submitting work via the No Agenda Art Generator to support the show's visual identity. Keywords: [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [ai art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-art.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [dreb scott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dreb-scott.md) ### Veterans Day Tributes and Iraq War Reflections - **Episode:** [1607: Lazinsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1607-lazinsky.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-12 - **Time:** 1:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1607-lazinsky/chapter/veterans-day-tributes-and-iraq-war-reflections.md The hosts open Episode 1707 of No Agenda from the Texas Hill Country and Northern Silicon Valley, acknowledging Veterans Day. Reflections are shared regarding the physical and mental scarring of veterans, specifically referencing a ten-day trip to Iraq in 2003. A brief discussion follows regarding the decline of poppy-wearing traditions in California. 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The hosts briefly mention Joe Biden's appearance at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md), v-safe, [suicide prevention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/suicide-prevention.md) ### Kamala Harris, Veterans Day Gaffe - **Episode:** [1503: Strung Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-13 - **Time:** 2:31:23–2:34:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out/chapter/kamala-harris-veterans-day-gaffe.md Vice President Kamala Harris received tepid applause during a Veterans Day speech where she flubbed her delivery while praising Joe Biden. The hosts also mock her repeated public expressions of love for Venn diagrams and the "intersection" of ideas. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [venn diagrams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venn-diagrams.md), [gaffes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffes.md) ### Veterans Day, Remembrance Day, and Family Military History - **Episode:** [1398: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-11 - **Time:** 2:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice/chapter/veterans-day-remembrance-day-and-family-military-history.md The hosts open the program by acknowledging Veterans Day in the United States and Remembrance Day in Canada. They discuss the history of Armistice Day and the tradition of wearing poppies, noting regional differences in the custom's prevalence. Personal family histories are shared, including tributes to grandfathers who served as base commanders in the South Pacific and landed at Normandy Beach on D-Day. Keywords: [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [remembrance day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remembrance-day.md), [armistice day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/armistice-day.md), [poppies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppies.md), normandy beach, [purple heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/purple-heart.md) ### No Agenda Meetup Calendar, End of Show Mixes - **Episode:** [1397: ok zoomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1397-ok-zoomer.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-07 - **Time:** 2:29:31–2:33:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1397-ok-zoomer/chapter/no-agenda-meetup-calendar-end-of-show-mixes.md The upcoming No Agenda meetup calendar includes events in Media, Pennsylvania, and a Veterans Day "Farewell Bash" in Missoula, Montana. The hosts reviewed several "ISOs" (isolated audio clips) for the end-of-show mix, ultimately selecting a clip of a health official saying, "This is all completely news to me." The segment concludes with a preview of upcoming listener-produced music mixes. Keywords: [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [missoula](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missoula.md), [end of show mix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-show-mix.md), [iso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iso.md) ### Veteran Dedications, Purple Hearts and Navy Tributes - **Episode:** [1294: Ephemeral Experience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-13 - **Time:** 3:05:08–3:10:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience/chapter/veteran-dedications-purple-hearts-and-navy-tributes.md In honor of Veterans Day, the show featured a series of dedications for family members who served in the military. Tributes included Miguel Lopez Sr., a Vietnam veteran with two Purple Hearts, and Joseph Strosser, who served in the Navy during World War II. These call-outs from the listener community highlight the deep respect for military service within the "Gitmo Nation" and provide a personal connection to historical conflicts. Keywords: [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [purple heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/purple-heart.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [navy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navy.md), [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md) ### Memorial Day Tributes and Military Courage - **Episode:** [1245: Mask Up!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1245-mask-up.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-31 - **Time:** 2:06:46–2:09:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1245-mask-up/chapter/memorial-day-tributes-and-military-courage.md The hosts and producers pay tribute to fallen soldiers on Memorial Day, emphasizing that the holiday is specifically for those who died in service. They discuss the need for the American public to show courage in protecting the freedoms that the military fought for, suggesting that local political involvement is a good starting point. Keywords: [memorial day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorial-day.md), [veterans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans.md), [liberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberty.md), [city council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/city-council.md), courage ### Producer Donations, Associate Executive Producers, and Wedding Karma - **Episode:** [1190: Olive Theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1190-olive-theory.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-17 - **Time:** 1:16:42–1:29:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1190-olive-theory/chapter/producer-donations-associate-executive-producers-and-wedding-karma.md A series of donations are read, including a significant contribution toward Darren O'Neill's knighthood. Producers from China, Colorado, and Florida are acknowledged for their financial support, with some receiving "Associate Executive Producer" titles for episode 1190. A "wedding karma" request is granted for a producer getting married amidst several logistical disasters. Keywords: [associate executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producer.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [amtrack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrack.md), [dow jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dow-jones.md) ### Don Cherry, Hockey Night in Canada, and Poppy Controversy - **Episode:** [1190: Olive Theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1190-olive-theory.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-17 - **Time:** 1:50:43–2:01:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1190-olive-theory/chapter/don-cherry-hockey-night-in-canada-and-poppy-controversy.md Canadian hockey commentator Don Cherry was fired from "Hockey Night in Canada" following remarks about immigrants not wearing remembrance poppies. While Cherry argued he was encouraging cultural integration and respect for veterans, the media and his network, Sportsnet, labeled the comments as racist and divisive. The discussion highlights how the media narrative shifted from a complaint about poppies to accusations that Cherry hates minority veterans. Keywords: don cherry, hockey night in canada, [poppies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poppies.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), sportsnet, [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md) ### Veterans Day Observance and Flowers of the Forest - **Episode:** [1189: CIS-Cast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1189-cis-cast.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-14 - **Time:** 1:26:03–1:28:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1189-cis-cast/chapter/veterans-day-observance-and-flowers-of-the-forest.md In honor of Veterans Day, the show plays "Flowers of the Forest" as requested by a donor. The hosts reflect on the holiday's origins as Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. Personal family connections to military service are mentioned as the show observes a moment of silence. Keywords: [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), [armistice day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/armistice-day.md), flowers of the forest, [world war i](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-i.md), sir andrew harms ### D-Day 75th Anniversary Donations and Tributes - **Episode:** [1144: Climate Optimist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1144-climate-optimist.md) - **Published:** 2019-06-06 - **Time:** 2:13:54–2:23:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1144-climate-optimist/chapter/d-day-75th-anniversary-donations-and-tributes.md The hosts read a large volume of donations themed around the 75th anniversary of D-Day. Listeners pay tribute to family members who served in the Army, Navy, and Air Force during World War II and the Korean War. Keywords: [d-day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-day.md), [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md), [veterans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) ### Memorial Day Misconceptions and Media Coverage - **Episode:** [830: Tool Followers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-04 - **Time:** 1:02:01–1:05:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers/chapter/memorial-day-misconceptions-and-media-coverage.md The hosts criticize the general public and media for confusing Memorial Day with Veterans Day. They argue that the holiday should focus exclusively on honoring those who died in military service, rather than living veterans, and criticize the Google Doodle and news anchors for missing this distinction. Keywords: [memorial day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorial-day.md), [arlington cemetery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arlington-cemetery.md), google doodle, [veterans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans.md), fallen soldiers ### Veterans Day, World Freedom Day Celebrations - **Episode:** [668: Exploding Generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/668-exploding-generator.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-09 - **Time:** 16:59–19:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/668-exploding-generator/chapter/veterans-day-world-freedom-day-celebrations.md President Barack Obama hosted a Veterans Day concert featuring Willie Nelson, though the performance was described as awkward. The holiday coincided with World Freedom Day, marking the anniversary of the Berlin Wall's fall. While a wax figure of David Hasselhoff was displayed in Berlin, the hosts noted the irony of the U.S. government's treatment of veterans despite public celebrations. 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The hosts prepare to analyze President Obama's Memorial Day address, looking for underlying themes of authoritarianism. Keywords: [memorial day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorial-day.md), [military service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-service.md), [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), [veterans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md) ### Fox News Criticism and Veterans Day Introduction - **Episode:** [251: Banned by NASA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/251-banned-by-nasa.md) - **Published:** 2010-11-11 - **Time:** 0:00–1:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/251-banned-by-nasa/chapter/fox-news-criticism-and-veterans-day-introduction.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 251 of the No Agenda show on November 11, 2010. The hosts offer a greeting to veterans and "human resources" in the chat room while briefly criticizing Fox News. 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