# West Wing Week on The No Agenda Show West Wing Week comes up in 10 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2010 to June 2011. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** July 2010 – June 2011 - **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [G20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [Nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [White House](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [Anders Fogh Rasmussen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anders-fogh-rasmussen.md), [Arne Duncan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arne-duncan.md), [Asset Seizure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asset-seizure.md), [Auto Bailout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auto-bailout.md), [Budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budget.md), [Chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Obama Chrysler Plant Speech, Auto Industry Bailout - **Episode:** [312: Illegal in Tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/312-illegal-in-tennessee.md) - **Published:** 2011-06-12 - **Time:** 39:44–44:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/312-illegal-in-tennessee/chapter/obama-chrysler-plant-speech-auto-industry-bailout.md President Barack Obama visited a Chrysler plant in Toledo to claim the auto industry has repaid its taxpayer loans six years early. The hosts deconstruct this claim, noting the repayment was actually a high-interest refinance, and mock the President's use of the word "vindicate" regarding his faith in American workers. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [chrysler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrysler.md), [auto bailout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auto-bailout.md), [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), [toledo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toledo.md) ### National Spelling Bee Winner, White House Visit - **Episode:** [312: Illegal in Tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/312-illegal-in-tennessee.md) - **Published:** 2011-06-12 - **Time:** 44:52–48:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/312-illegal-in-tennessee/chapter/national-spelling-bee-winner-white-house-visit.md President Obama met with the Scripps National Spelling Bee champions in the Oval Office, as seen on the "West Wing Week" web series. The hosts attempt to spell the winning word, "cymotrichous," which refers to having wavy hair, while critiquing the President's own spelling attempt. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), national spelling bee, cymotrichous, [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), [oval office](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oval-office.md) ### Obama Presidential Address, Libya Strategy and Asset Seizure - **Episode:** [290: Mission Accomplished!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/290-mission-accomplished.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-27 - **Time:** 10:13–13:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/290-mission-accomplished/chapter/obama-presidential-address-libya-strategy-and-asset-seizure.md President Barack Obama addresses the nation regarding the limited role of American forces in Libya and the transfer of responsibility to NATO allies. The administration reports the freezing of tens of billions of dollars in Gaddafi regime assets, intended for the future needs of the Libyan people. Analysis of the speech suggests the "larger strategy" involves securing oil interests and infrastructure under the guise of humanitarian aid. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [libya](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libya.md), [muammar gaddafi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muammar-gaddafi.md), [asset seizure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asset-seizure.md), humanitarian assistance, [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md) ### Valerie Jarrett Influence, West Wing Week and Presidential Handling - **Episode:** [284: Study says... Duh!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/284-study-says-duh.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-06 - **Time:** 1:14:18–1:15:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/284-study-says-duh/chapter/valerie-jarrett-influence-west-wing-week-and-presidential-handling.md Observations from the "West Wing Week" video series show Valerie Jarrett constantly at President Obama's side, including on Air Force One and at official dais events. The hosts describe her as his "handler" and a former "slumlord from Chicago." They question why an advisor has such high-profile proximity to the President compared to elected officials. Keywords: [valerie jarrett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/valerie-jarrett.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [slumlord](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slumlord.md) ### West Wing Week and the Out-Hustle Strategy - **Episode:** [280: Husslin' for Humanity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/280-husslin-for-humanity.md) - **Published:** 2011-02-20 - **Time:** 17:55–21:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/280-husslin-for-humanity/chapter/west-wing-week-and-the-out-hustle-strategy.md The White House promotional series "West Wing Week" featured President Obama discussing the national budget and education strategy at Parkville Middle School in Maryland. During the presentation, Obama emphasized the need for the United States to "out-hustle" the rest of the world to secure future industries. The rhetoric is mocked for its choice of terminology, suggesting a focus on "scamming" rather than traditional economic competition. Keywords: [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [arne duncan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arne-duncan.md), [jack lew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-lew.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/budget.md) ### West Wing Week, Michelle Obama Healthy Meals Initiative - **Episode:** [262: Mothra Will Save Us!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/262-mothra-will-save-us.md) - **Published:** 2010-12-19 - **Time:** 16:06–17:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/262-mothra-will-save-us/chapter/west-wing-week-michelle-obama-healthy-meals-initiative.md The White House reality series "West Wing Week" is critiqued, specifically a segment on Michelle Obama's healthy school meals initiative. President Obama is heard joking that he would be "sleeping on the couch" if the bill had not passed. The hosts suggest these recurring jokes indicate Michelle Obama holds significant influence over policy priorities. Keywords: [whitehouse.gov](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whitehouse-gov.md), [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), healthy meals, school lunch bill, [presidential humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-humor.md) ### West Wing Week, Infrastructure Investment, Tim Geithner - **Episode:** [244: Form 990](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/244-form-990.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-17 - **Time:** 1:19:03–1:21:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/244-form-990/chapter/west-wing-week-infrastructure-investment-tim-geithner.md "West Wing Week" is a weekly video series produced by the White House to document the President's activities. Recent footage from the Rose Garden shows President Obama discussing infrastructure investment while appearing to manhandle Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner. The production is described as a taxpayer-funded reality show with a "Leave it to Beaver" style narration. Keywords: [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [tim geithner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tim-geithner.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [rose garden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rose-garden.md) ### West Wing Week and Jewish New Year Conference Call - **Episode:** [234: Phasers on Stun](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/234-phasers-on-stun.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-12 - **Time:** 47:23–51:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/234-phasers-on-stun/chapter/west-wing-week-and-jewish-new-year-conference-call.md The "West Wing Week" video series noted the Jewish year 5771 and reported on a conference call President Obama held with 600 rabbis to celebrate Rosh Hashanah. The hosts discuss the timing of the Jewish New Year relative to Ramadan and criticize the administration for what they perceive as exclusionary religious outreach. Keywords: [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), [rosh hashanah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rosh-hashanah.md), 5771, [rabbis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rabbis.md), [nato](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nato.md), [anders fogh rasmussen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anders-fogh-rasmussen.md) ### White House West Wing Week Reality Show - **Episode:** [214: MAFIFA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/214-mafifa.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-04 - **Time:** 43:45–47:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/214-mafifa/chapter/white-house-west-wing-week-reality-show.md The White House has launched "West Wing Week," a highly produced online reality series documenting President Obama's activities. The show features music, graphics, and behind-the-scenes footage, including Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack discussing food safety and the President interacting with world leaders like David Cameron at the G20 summit. Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [west wing week](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-wing-week.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [tom vilsack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-vilsack.md), [g20](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g20.md), [reality tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reality-tv.md) ### West Wing Week Reality Show and Obama's Weekly Recap - **Episode:** [214: MAFIFA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/214-mafifa.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-04 - **Time:** 1:48:34–1:58:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/214-mafifa/chapter/west-wing-week-reality-show-and-obama-s-weekly-recap.md The episode concludes with the full audio of "West Wing Week," a White House-produced recap of President Obama's schedule from June 25 to July 1, 2010. 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