# Voice Of America on The No Agenda Show Voice Of America comes up in 30 chapters across 29 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to September 2025. - **Chapters:** 30 - **Episodes:** 29 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – September 2025 - **Related topics:** [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Carrie Lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carrie-lake.md), [Rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [Smith-mundt Act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Bbg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbg.md), [Bribery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bribery.md), [Broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 30 ### Smith-Mundt Act, Propaganda, Operation Mockingbird - **Episode:** [1799: Taproot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-14 - **Time:** 40:59–44:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1799-taproot/chapter/smith-mundt-act-propaganda-operation-mockingbird.md A viral video incorrectly claimed the Smith-Mundt Act was intended to hold news corporations accountable for lying. In reality, the 1948 act and its 2013 modernization were designed to prevent the U.S. government from propagandizing domestic audiences through outlets like Voice of America. The discussion clarifies that while intelligence agents have historically influenced news via Operation Mockingbird, the act itself does not regulate private news accuracy. Keywords: [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [operation mockingbird](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/operation-mockingbird.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md) ### Voice of America Firings and White House Access - **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-11 - **Time:** 2:53:37–2:56:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/voice-of-america-firings-and-white-house-access.md The Trump administration has reportedly issued termination notices to over 500 journalists at Voice of America. The hosts discuss the changing landscape of the White House press corps, which now includes more "influencers" and podcasters. They reminisce about past political predictions involving Marco Rubio and Bernie Sanders, and the lack of an invitation to the 2016 inauguration. Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [press freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/press-freedom.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [inauguration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inauguration.md) ### Voice of America Chinese Spy Ring Scandal - **Episode:** [1776: Eat The Dog Food](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1776-eat-the-dog-food.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-26 - **Time:** 2:50:05–2:56:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1776-eat-the-dog-food/chapter/voice-of-america-chinese-spy-ring-scandal.md A House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing investigates allegations of a Chinese spy ring within the Voice of America (VOA). Senior advisor Carrie Lake testifies that over 500 personnel have disappeared since audits began and that the agency has been pressured by the Chinese Communist Party to censor content. The agency, which has a nearly $1 billion budget, is described as a significant national security risk. Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [carrie lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carrie-lake.md), chinese spy ring, [organ harvesting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/organ-harvesting.md), [usagm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usagm.md) ### OAN Voice of America Feed, Karoline Leavitt - **Episode:** [1763: AI Factory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1763-ai-factory.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-11 - **Time:** 1:33:38–1:39:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1763-ai-factory/chapter/oan-voice-of-america-feed-karoline-leavitt.md A new policy announced by Carrie Lake will see One America News (OAN) provide a free news feed to Voice of America's foreign audiences, replacing the domestic workforce of RFA. The hosts review OAN's current headlines, including praise for Karoline Leavitt and reports on a "Gold Rush 2.0" and Bitcoin boom. Keywords: [oan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oan.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [carrie lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carrie-lake.md), [karoline leavitt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karoline-leavitt.md), [news feed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/news-feed.md) ### US Agency for Global Media, Voice of America Restructuring - **Episode:** [1747: HiFi Intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel.md) - **Published:** 2025-03-16 - **Time:** 1:18:40–1:24:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel/chapter/us-agency-for-global-media-voice-of-america-restructuring.md Senior Advisor Carrie Lake has placed over a thousand Voice of America (VOA) staff on paid administrative leave as part of a major restructuring of the US Agency for Global Media. The administration aims to eliminate "radical propaganda" and waste within the agency, which also funds Radio Free Europe and Radio Free Asia. The move follows the 2012 modernization of the Smith-Mundt Act that allowed domestic dissemination of government-produced materials. Keywords: [carrie lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carrie-lake.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [usagm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usagm.md), [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [federal funding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-funding.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### VOA Staff Lockout, Cold War Broadcasting Legacy - **Episode:** [1747: HiFi Intel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel.md) - **Published:** 2025-03-16 - **Time:** 1:24:26–1:28:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1747-hifi-intel/chapter/voa-staff-lockout-cold-war-broadcasting-legacy.md Journalists at Voice of America were locked out of their offices following an executive order to eliminate non-essential activities. VOA was originally established during the Cold War to spread American values to societies lacking accurate news. Carrie Lake stated the agency is being streamlined to meet legal requirements and eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [carrie lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carrie-lake.md), [bbc world service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbc-world-service.md), [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), waste fraud and abuse ### Donald Trump Appoints Kari Lake as Director of Voice of America - **Episode:** [1720: Psyop Season](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-12 - **Time:** 1:31:44–1:33:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1720-psyop-season/chapter/donald-trump-appoints-kari-lake-as-director-of-voice-of-america.md President-elect Donald Trump has announced that Kari Lake will serve as the Director of Voice of America (VOA), working under the U.S. Agency for Global Media. Trump stated that Lake's role will be to ensure that "American values of freedom and liberty" are broadcast accurately to counter "fake news." Lake, a former television news anchor and Arizona gubernatorial candidate, will transition into this federal broadcasting role as part of the incoming administration's media strategy. Keywords: [kari lake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kari-lake.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), us agency for global media, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Childhood Memories, Voice of America in Lithuania - **Episode:** [1373: Mass Formation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1373-mass-formation.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-16 - **Time:** 1:31:24–1:36:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1373-mass-formation/chapter/childhood-memories-voice-of-america-in-lithuania.md The hosts share personal stories about their paths to communication, including a paperboy mishap and early experiments with reel-to-reel tape recorders. A donor from Vilnius, Lithuania, compares the No Agenda show to the "Voice of America" broadcasts that Lithuanians secretly used to escape Soviet propaganda during the occupation. Keywords: paperboy, [reel-to-reel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reel-to-reel.md), [lithuania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lithuania.md), [vilnius](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vilnius.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md) ### Joe Biden Green Screen Controversy and Chroma Key - **Episode:** [1330: Cattle-lyst Converter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-20 - **Time:** 52:33–56:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1330-cattle-lyst-converter/chapter/joe-biden-green-screen-controversy-and-chroma-key.md The hosts address viral videos claiming President Joe Biden used a green screen during a press interaction. While one host argues it was a lens distortion anomaly confirmed by a Voice of America boom operator, the other suggests the public's desire to believe it is fake stems from Biden's perceived frailty. They discuss the use of "chroma key" and "single-shot" editing techniques similar to those used in the film 1917. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [green screen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-screen.md), [chroma key](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chroma-key.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [1917](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1917.md) ### Voice of America Muslim Voter Ad Controversy - **Episode:** [1266: 33 Cases](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1266-33-cases.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-06 - **Time:** 1:54:53–1:59:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1266-33-cases/chapter/voice-of-america-muslim-voter-ad-controversy.md A political advertisement targeting Muslim voters briefly aired on Voice of America, sparking a scandal as the taxpayer-funded outlet is prohibited from broadcasting domestic political ads. The ad featured Joe Biden quoting the Hadith and included images of Representative Ilhan Omar. VOA officials removed the segment and are investigating how the partisan content was approved for broadcast. Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [ilhan omar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ilhan-omar.md), hadith, million muslim votes ### Donald Trump Recess Appointments and Voice of America - **Episode:** [1234: COVID KowTow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-16 - **Time:** 1:21:56–1:26:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/donald-trump-recess-appointments-and-voice-of-america.md President Donald Trump threatened to use constitutional authority to adjourn both houses of Congress to push through stalled nominations, including Michael Pack for the Broadcasting Board of Governors. Trump criticized the Voice of America for its reporting on China, while legal experts noted that the Supreme Court previously limited President Barack Obama's ability to make similar recess appointments. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [recess appointments](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recess-appointments.md), [senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), michael pack, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ### Voice of America, Chinese Propaganda Allegations - **Episode:** [1233: W.H.O. CARES](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1233-w-h-o-cares.md) - **Published:** 2020-04-16 - **Time:** 2:15:16–2:21:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1233-w-h-o-cares/chapter/voice-of-america-chinese-propaganda-allegations.md The White House issued a statement accusing Voice of America (VOA) of amplifying Chinese propaganda regarding the Wuhan lockdown. VOA, which receives $200 million in taxpayer funding, is overseen by the U.S. Agency for Global Media, whose board includes various political appointees. Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [wuhan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wuhan.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), ken weinstein ### No Agenda Art, Nick the Rat, NPR CEO - **Episode:** [1173: Vinyl Vote](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1173-vinyl-vote.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-19 - **Time:** 1:12:07–1:14:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1173-vinyl-vote/chapter/no-agenda-art-nick-the-rat-npr-ceo.md The artwork for Episode 1172, titled "Vape Goat," was created by Nick the Rat and featured a parody of the NPR logo. The art referenced the show's reporting on the new NPR CEO, John Lansing, and his previous ties to government-funded media outlets like the Voice of America. The hosts encouraged listeners to visit the No Agenda Art Generator to view and submit community-created graphics. Keywords: [nick the rat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nick-the-rat.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### NPR New CEO John Lansing, US Agency for Global Media - **Episode:** [1172: Vapegoat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1172-vapegoat.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-15 - **Time:** 1:35:13–1:41:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1172-vapegoat/chapter/npr-new-ceo-john-lansing-us-agency-for-global-media.md John Lansing has been named the new CEO of NPR, succeeding Jarl Mohn. Lansing previously headed the U.S. Agency for Global Media, overseeing state-funded broadcasters like Voice of America and Radio Free Europe. His transition from government-funded international broadcasting to domestic public radio has raised concerns about the potential for state-aligned propaganda. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), john lansing, [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), smith-munt act ### Smith-Mundt Act Violations, Voice of America Propaganda - **Episode:** [1098: Climate Grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-28 - **Time:** 2:18:57–2:21:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief/chapter/smith-mundt-act-violations-voice-of-america-propaganda.md The Broadcast Board of Governors and Voice of America (VOA) are accused of violating the Smith-Mundt Act by targeting propaganda at American citizens via Facebook advertisements. Although the act was partially repealed in 2013, the government is still prohibited from intentionally propagandizing domestic audiences. The matter has reportedly been referred to the Attorney General. Keywords: [smith-mundt act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smith-mundt-act.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [facebook ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook-ads.md), [bbg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bbg.md) ### Voice of America Coverage of Paris Protests - **Episode:** [1095: Yeah No](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1095-yeah-no.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-17 - **Time:** 2:48:15–2:50:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1095-yeah-no/chapter/voice-of-america-coverage-of-paris-protests.md Voice of America's reporting on the French protests is analyzed as state-sponsored propaganda. While President Trump tweeted that protesters were chanting his name and opposing the Paris Climate Agreement, reporters on the ground in Paris claim the demonstrations are actually about economic dignity and respect. Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [paris agreement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paris-agreement.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md) ### Voice of America, Greta Van Susteren Interview with Mike Pence - **Episode:** [996: Rats on a Plane](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-05 - **Time:** 2:25:32–2:29:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane/chapter/voice-of-america-greta-van-susteren-interview-with-mike-pence.md Greta Van Susteren interviewed Vice President Mike Pence for Voice of America, focusing on the U.S. message to Iranian protesters. The interview highlighted a disconnect regarding communication, as Pence emphasized the President's tweets while Van Susteren noted that the Iranian government had blocked social media access. Keywords: [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [greta van susteren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-van-susteren.md), [mike pence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pence.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md) ### Public Relations Agencies and Domestic Information Warfare - **Episode:** [978: House of Trolls](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-05 - **Time:** 1:14:31–1:18:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls/chapter/public-relations-agencies-and-domestic-information-warfare.md The discussion explores the idea that domestic public relations agencies and government-funded entities like Voice of America engage in their own forms of information warfare. Allegations are made that political figures, including Hillary Clinton, have utilized "troll schools" and NGOs to influence foreign elections, such as the 2012 Russian election. The existence of professional "troll houses" within major PR firms is presented as a standard industry practice. Keywords: [public relations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-relations.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [information warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/information-warfare.md), [ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) ### Putin Accuses U.S. Press of Domestic Interference - **Episode:** [935: Phallocentric Age](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/935-phallocentric-age.md) - **Published:** 2017-06-04 - **Time:** 1:43:58–1:51:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/935-phallocentric-age/chapter/putin-accuses-u-s-press-of-domestic-interference.md Vladimir Putin turned the tables on Megyn Kelly by accusing the U.S. media and diplomatic embassies of systematically interfering in Russian domestic policy for years. He cited the Voice of America and various NGOs as tools used by the U.S. to influence foreign elections. Putin characterized Kelly's line of questioning as a "terrible interview" lacking professional follow-up on his counter-claims. Keywords: [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [megyn kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megyn-kelly.md), [voice of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voice-of-america.md), [ngos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ngos.md), [diplomacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diplomacy.md) ### Voice of America, Alleged Bribery of RT Journalists - **Episode:** [886: Exodus of Misery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-15 - **Time:** 9:54–12:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/886-exodus-of-misery/chapter/voice-of-america-alleged-bribery-of-rt-journalists.md Max Keiser claims he was approached by Voice of America representatives to perform a staged on-air resignation from RT in exchange for money. The hosts suggest that Voice of America acts as a front for the CIA to undermine foreign media outlets. 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