# Vietnam on The No Agenda Show Vietnam comes up in 126 chapters across 111 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2008 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 126 - **Episodes:** 111 - **Discussed:** March 2008 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [John Mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Lyndon Johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyndon-johnson.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Daniel Ellsberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daniel-ellsberg.md), [Germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [Kamala Harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [Richard Nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 126 ### Hegelian Dialectic Patterns in Modern History - **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-17 - **Time:** 23:43–27:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/hegelian-dialectic-patterns-in-modern-history.md An artist used AI tools to map historical patterns of the Hegelian dialectic from 1945 to the present, identifying eight distinct movements. These eras range from the "Permanent Horizon" of the Cold War to the "Security Becomes Weather" phase following 9-11, and the current "Post-Pandemic" era defined by AI as a tool. Keywords: hegelian dialectic, [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [y2k](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/y2k.md), [9-11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md) ### Merchant Marine History, Sea Drone Warfare - **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-12 - **Time:** 58:38–1:00:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/merchant-marine-history-sea-drone-warfare.md A host recounts their father's experience as a Merchant Marine in World War II and Vietnam, highlighting the historical vulnerability of supply ships. The discussion contrasts past naval warfare with modern "sea drones"—miniature speedboats designed to detonate against larger vessels. Keywords: merchant marine, [world war ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-ii.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [sea drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sea-drones.md), [maritime security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maritime-security.md) ### American Cultural Arrogance, European Anti-Americanism - **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-12 - **Time:** 1:11:00–1:14:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/american-cultural-arrogance-european-anti-americanism.md The hosts reflect on their experiences living abroad in Iran and Holland during the 1970s, noting a pervasive "crazy American" sentiment. They describe a paradox where Europeans vocally criticized U.S. foreign policy while simultaneously consuming American products like Nike, Coca-Cola, and Jane Fonda workout tapes. Keywords: [holland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holland.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [jane fonda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jane-fonda.md), cultural imperialism ### NPR Coverage of Rural Virginia Protests and Aging Activists - **Episode:** [1809: Tomahawk Turnaround](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-19 - **Time:** 11:49–18:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround/chapter/npr-coverage-of-rural-virginia-protests-and-aging-activists.md NPR reported on a No Kings rally in Woodstock, Virginia, where local organizers like Dr. Mark Pierce and resident Joan Griffin expressed concerns over the destruction of the federal government. Analysis of the protest imagery suggests the crowd consisted primarily of retirees and Vietnam veterans rather than younger activists. Observations indicate a lack of smartphone usage among the elderly protesters, contrasting with typical modern social media-driven demonstrations. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), woodstock virginia, mark pierce, joan griffin, vietnam veterans, [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md) ### Millennial Trauma, Generational Pity Parties - **Episode:** [1795: Dead Feathered](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1795-dead-feathered.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-31 - **Time:** 1:44:25–1:47:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1795-dead-feathered/chapter/millennial-trauma-generational-pity-parties.md A "millennial mom" producer's report on generational trauma leads to a debate about whether millennials are uniquely "screwed" by history. The hosts compare millennial struggles like the 2008 housing crisis and COVID-19 to the Vietnam War, 20% interest rates, and the Great Depression faced by previous generations. They conclude that every generation faces significant trauma and criticize the "pity party" mentality. Keywords: [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [financial crisis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-crisis.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [gen alpha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gen-alpha.md), [trauma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trauma.md) ### Vietnam Trade Deal, Africa Diplomatic Summit, Sudan Sanctions - **Episode:** [1778: Three Holes One Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1778-three-holes-one-bag.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-03 - **Time:** 2:52:30–2:57:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1778-three-holes-one-bag/chapter/vietnam-trade-deal-africa-diplomatic-summit-sudan-sanctions.md The U.S. finalized a trade deal with Vietnam featuring a 20% tariff on goods to prevent trans-shipments from third countries. President Trump is also set to host leaders from five African nations—Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal—to counter Chinese influence. In Sudan, the U.S. implemented new sanctions and arms sales bans in response to the ongoing civil war and alleged chemical weapons use. Keywords: [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), [gabon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gabon.md), [senegal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senegal.md), [sudan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sudan.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md) ### GigaWatt Coffee Roasters, Vietnam Veteran Proclamation - **Episode:** [1773: Two Beards](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1773-two-beards.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-15 - **Time:** 2:33:52–2:39:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1773-two-beards/chapter/gigawatt-coffee-roasters-vietnam-veteran-proclamation.md Jen from GigaWatt Coffee Roasters submits a tribute to her husband Eli, highlighting his dedication as a father and business owner. The segment also features a message from Sergeant Fred Castaneda, a Vietnam combat veteran, who advocates for a special presidential proclamation to honor Vietnam veterans on Memorial Day. Castaneda shares a historical photo from his service, which the hosts acknowledge with respect. Keywords: [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), eli, sergeant fred castaneda, [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [memorial day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memorial-day.md) ### Emmanuel Macron Slap Video, Domestic Violence Humor - **Episode:** [1768: Queer The Deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-29 - **Time:** 1:15:05–1:18:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal/chapter/emmanuel-macron-slap-video-domestic-violence-humor.md French President Emmanuel Macron was filmed appearing to take a hand to the face from his wife, Brigitte, while disembarking a plane in Vietnam. The French media characterized the incident as "play fighting," a description the hosts find suspicious. This led to a tangent about personal experiences with partners exhibiting violent behavior and the psychological traits associated with borderline personality disorder. Keywords: [emmanuel macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmanuel-macron.md), [brigitte macron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brigitte-macron.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), play fighting, borderline personality disorder ### Kamala Harris, John McCain Monument Gaffe in Vietnam - **Episode:** [1767: Best Clips of The Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-24 - **Time:** 31:47–33:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1767-best-clips-of-the-day/chapter/kamala-harris-john-mccain-monument-gaffe-in-vietnam.md Vice President Kamala Harris faces criticism for laying flowers at a monument in Vietnam where John McCain's plane was shot down. Journalists point out that the monument actually honors the Vietnamese forces who captured McCain, rather than the pilot himself. The hosts compare the incident to honoring Japanese pilots at Pearl Harbor. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), hanoi, [beijing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beijing.md), [gaffe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffe.md) ### Costco Panic Buying and Vietnam's Economic Literacy - **Episode:** [1753: Local Jamoke](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-06 - **Time:** 1:08:42–1:11:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke/chapter/costco-panic-buying-and-vietnam-s-economic-literacy.md Reports from Washington State indicate that despite media hype, Costco shoppers are not engaging in panic buying due to new tariffs. The hosts suggest that American consumers may simply become more frugal and stop buying "junk." Meanwhile, Vietnam is positioned as a primary beneficiary of the trade war, with the hosts noting the country's 97% literacy rate and its readiness to absorb manufacturing from China. Keywords: [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [panic buying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/panic-buying.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), [tariffs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tariffs.md), [literacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/literacy.md) ### Domino Theory, Vietnam War and Budapest Memorandum - **Episode:** [1739: Hypophora](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-16 - **Time:** 36:24–38:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora/chapter/domino-theory-vietnam-war-and-budapest-memorandum.md The modern rhetoric regarding Ukraine is compared to the Cold War-era "domino theory" used during the Vietnam and Korean wars. References are made to the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, in which Ukraine agreed to give up its nuclear weapons in exchange for security guarantees. Current Ukrainian leadership argues these promises have not been kept by the West, leading to a lack of trust in new ceasefire proposals. Keywords: [domino theory](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domino-theory.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [budapest memorandum](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budapest-memorandum.md), [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [security guarantees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-guarantees.md) ### Fish Sauce Tip, Red Boat and Umami Magic - **Episode:** [1715: Scruples](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-24 - **Time:** 3:18:22–3:25:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples/chapter/fish-sauce-tip-red-boat-and-umami-magic.md John Dvorak provides a culinary "tip of the day" regarding fish sauce, specifically recommending the Red Boat brand. He explains that it is made from fermented black anchovies and serves as an excellent "umami" salt substitute in spaghetti sauces and stews. He dismisses the "fishy" reputation, claiming it adds a deep savory flavor without a fishy taste. Keywords: fish sauce, red boat, [umami](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/umami.md), anchovies, [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), [cooking tips](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cooking-tips.md) ### William Nelson Chambers III, Political Estrangement - **Episode:** [1709: Umpty Ump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1709-umpty-ump.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-03 - **Time:** 2:49:29–2:51:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1709-umpty-ump/chapter/william-nelson-chambers-iii-political-estrangement.md A producer shared the story of his father, William Nelson Chambers III, a Vietnam veteran who recently passed away after becoming estranged from his family over politics. The father, allegedly influenced by mainstream media narratives, told his son to leave his house because he voted for Trump. The story serves as a plea for families to look past political differences and prioritize personal relationships. Keywords: [vietnam veteran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-veteran.md), [ptsd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ptsd.md), [political divide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-divide.md), estrangement, [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md) ### Proxy Wars and the End of the Military Draft - **Episode:** [1704: Helloo!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1704-helloo.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-17 - **Time:** 2:11:41–2:16:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1704-helloo/chapter/proxy-wars-and-the-end-of-the-military-draft.md Following the domestic resistance to the Vietnam War, U.S. planners shifted toward a strategy of proxy warfare to avoid the political fallout of a military draft. This involved mobilizing groups like the Wahhabi jihadists in Afghanistan and later supporting forces in Ukraine and Israel. The goal is to field armies "willing to fight to the last man" of their own country to achieve U.S. geopolitical objectives without American casualties. Keywords: [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [lyndon johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lyndon-johnson.md), [proxy war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/proxy-war.md), [al-qaeda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-qaeda.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [military strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-strategy.md) ### Super Typhoon Yagi, Climate Change Narrative - **Episode:** [1693: Freedom Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1693-freedom-force.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-08 - **Time:** 1:12:42–1:14:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1693-freedom-force/chapter/super-typhoon-yagi-climate-change-narrative.md Super Typhoon Yagi, the most powerful storm in Asia this year, battered southern China, the Philippines, and Vietnam with winds exceeding 230 km/h. Media reports attributed the storm's intensity to warmer ocean temperatures caused by climate change, a narrative the hosts view as a standard media template for all weather events. Keywords: typhoon yagi, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md) ### 1968 DNC History, Richard Nixon Logan Act Allegations - **Episode:** [1690: Corn Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-29 - **Time:** 9:25–14:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1690-corn-sweat/chapter/1968-dnc-history-richard-nixon-logan-act-allegations.md A retrospective on the 1968 Democratic National Convention highlights Hubert Humphrey's "politics of joy" campaign and its parallels to modern political rhetoric. Historical evidence is discussed regarding Richard Nixon using Anna Chenault as a back channel to sabotage Vietnam peace talks. The segment compares these events to modern allegations of Logan Act violations and illegal wiretapping at Mar-a-Lago. Keywords: hubert humphrey, [richard nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md), 1968 dnc, [logan act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/logan-act.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), anna chenault ### Putin Visit to North Korea, Mutual Defense Treaty - **Episode:** [1670: The Meloni](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1670-the-meloni.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-20 - **Time:** 52:33–57:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1670-the-meloni/chapter/putin-visit-to-north-korea-mutual-defense-treaty.md Vladimir Putin visited North Korea for the first time in 24 years to sign a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement with Kim Jong-un, promising mutual aid if either nation is attacked. The hosts speculate that the visit is about more than just artillery shells, potentially signaling a long-term geopolitical shift ahead of a possible second Trump administration. Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [kim jong-un](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kim-jong-un.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [vietnam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam.md), mutual defense, [artillery shells](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artillery-shells.md) ### Campus Divestment Protests, Vietnam War Comparison - **Episode:** [1659: ungreen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-12 - **Time:** 1:55:37–1:58:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen/chapter/campus-divestment-protests-vietnam-war-comparison.md Pro-Palestinian protests at George Washington University focus on demanding the school divest from companies linked to Israel. The current movement is compared to 1960s Vietnam War protests, noting that modern students focus on financial divestment rather than the draft or direct anti-war sentiment. Keywords: [george washington university](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-washington-university.md), [divestment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/divestment.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [draft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/draft.md), [protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protests.md) ### End of Show Mix, Media Deconstruction Montage - **Episode:** [1657: Trash Can Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-05 - **Time:** 3:00:20–3:05:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man/chapter/end-of-show-mix-media-deconstruction-montage.md The final segment features a sound collage blending historical audio from the 1970 Kent State shootings and Vietnam War protests with modern coverage of campus unrest and the Israel-Hamas conflict. The mix emphasizes recurring themes of government "boogeymen" and the cyclical nature of political and social upheaval. Keywords: [kent state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kent-state.md), [vietnam war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vietnam-war.md), [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netanyahu.md), boogeyman ### Columbia University Tensions, Global Conflict Comparisons - **Episode:** [1655: Illegal Chants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-28 - **Time:** 52:52–56:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants/chapter/columbia-university-tensions-global-conflict-comparisons.md Jewish students at Columbia University expressed conflicting views on safety, with some fearing antisemitic rhetoric and others criticizing the militarization of the campus by police. 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