# White House Correspondents Dinner on The No Agenda Show White House Correspondents Dinner comes up in 21 chapters across 20 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2011 to April 2026. - **Chapters:** 21 - **Episodes:** 20 - **Discussed:** May 2011 – April 2026 - **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Bobby Eden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bobby-eden.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Michelle Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [Michelle Wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-wolf.md), [1970s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1970s.md), [Alex Jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [Archives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archives.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 21 ### False Flag Claims, White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting - **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-26 - **Time:** 1:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/false-flag-claims-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooting.md Speculation regarding a "false flag" operation surrounds the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Media figures and producers cite the shooter's common last name and security anomalies as evidence. Fox News reporter Aisha Hasni was reportedly cut off during a call-in segment just as she was about to provide eyewitness details from the event. Keywords: [false flag](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-flag.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), aisha hasni, [white house correspondents' dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), emergency pod ### White House Correspondents' Dinner, Media Decline - **Episode:** [1655: Illegal Chants](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-28 - **Time:** 5:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1655-illegal-chants/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-media-decline.md The 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner is characterized as a failing event for mainstream media and Hollywood elites. Comedian Colin Jost's performance is described as ineffective, while the presence of intelligence community figures like former CIA and FBI officials is noted. The gathering is framed as a "last gasp" for traditional media outlets that are losing public attention. Keywords: [white house correspondents' dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), colin jost, [kelly o'donnell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kelly-o-donnell.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), nerd prom ### White House Correspondents Dinner, Joe Biden "Satan" Comment - **Episode:** [1551: Big Mike & The Rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1551-big-mike-the-rock.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-30 - **Time:** 15:35–23:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1551-big-mike-the-rock/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-joe-biden-satan-comment.md President Joe Biden and comedian Roy Wood Jr. addressed the media and political landscape at the 2023 White House Correspondents Association dinner. Biden made a controversial remark, telling the audience not to compare him to "the Almighty" but to "the alternative," which some interpreted as a reference to Satan. The event also featured jokes about the classified documents found at Mar-a-Lago and Biden's Delaware residence. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), roy wood jr, [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [satan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satan.md) ### Great Resignation, "New Collar" Workers, Bill Gates COVID - **Episode:** [1450: New Collar Worker](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1450-new-collar-worker.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-13 - **Time:** 2:04:50–2:11:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1450-new-collar-worker/chapter/great-resignation-new-collar-workers-bill-gates-covid.md The "Great Resignation" is evolving into a "New Collar" workforce of remote employees who refuse to return to traditional office spaces. Meanwhile, Bill Gates announced he tested positive for COVID-19 despite being vaccinated and boosted, echoing a wave of infections following the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The segment highlights the lack of symptomatic difference between vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals in recent variants. Keywords: new collar, [remote work](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remote-work.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md) ### White House Correspondents Dinner and 1970s Cultural Parallels - **Episode:** [1447: G.E.R.M.](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-01 - **Time:** 32:53–37:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-and-1970s-cultural-parallels.md Trevor Noah hosted the White House Correspondents Dinner, where he joked about modern conspiracy theories and the political divide. The hosts transition into a comparison between current events and the 1970s, debating the origins of various slang terms like "cats" and "neato." They suggest that the current political and economic climate closely mirrors the instability of the Nixon and Carter eras. Keywords: [trevor noah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trevor-noah.md), [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [1970s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1970s.md), [slang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slang.md), [cultural trends](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cultural-trends.md) ### Trump's Prediction of Bigger Stories and the 2011 Roast - **Episode:** [1242: Smokin' Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-17 - **Time:** 2:35:29–2:36:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot/chapter/trump-s-prediction-of-bigger-stories-and-the-2011-roast.md President Trump suggests that even "bigger stories" are coming regarding the unmasking scandal and the Obama administration's conduct. The hosts trace Trump's motivation back to the 2011 White House Correspondents' Dinner, where Obama publicly ridiculed him. They believe Trump has been strategically holding onto evidence to ensure maximum political impact. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [unmasking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unmasking.md), [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [revenge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenge.md) ### White House Correspondents Association Dinner Critique - **Episode:** [1133: No Apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-02 - **Time:** 1:38–5:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology/chapter/white-house-correspondents-association-dinner-critique.md The annual White House Correspondents Association dinner is characterized as a "total dud" following the replacement of traditional comedians with historian Ron Chernow. Chernow’s performance is described as a "sedative" for the audience. The absence of a professional comedian is noted as a significant shift from previous years featuring figures like Michelle Wolf and Stephen Colbert. Keywords: [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), olivier knox, ron chernow, [michelle wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-wolf.md) ### Michelle Wolf and White House Correspondents Dinner Backlash - **Episode:** [1030: Phoneliness](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1030-phoneliness.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-03 - **Time:** 1:05:43–1:09:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1030-phoneliness/chapter/michelle-wolf-and-white-house-correspondents-dinner-backlash.md Comedian Michelle Wolf's performance at the White House Correspondents Dinner sparked significant controversy, with critics accusing her of attacking Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders' appearance. Kathy Griffin defended Wolf, noting the irony of being under federal investigation herself a year prior. The hosts analyze the delivery of the jokes, suggesting that poor audio and amateurish timing contributed to the negative reception in the room. Keywords: [michelle wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-wolf.md), [kathy griffin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathy-griffin.md), [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [sarah sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-sanders.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md) ### White House Correspondents Dinner and Journalist Awards - **Episode:** [1029: Batteries Not Included](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1029-batteries-not-included.md) - **Published:** 2018-04-29 - **Time:** 3:24–7:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1029-batteries-not-included/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-and-journalist-awards.md The 2018 White House Correspondents Dinner is critiqued as an anachronistic event that no longer serves its original purpose of fostering a relationship between the President and the press. During the ceremony, various journalists were honored, including an activist who gave a speech about her work in Egypt. Her claims regarding saving children from abuse in Cairo are met with skepticism and confusion regarding the appropriateness of the venue for such remarks. Keywords: [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md), press association, [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), [journalism awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism-awards.md) ### White House Correspondents' Dinner, Hasan Minhaj and Donald Trump - **Episode:** [923: Terror Put](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-23 - **Time:** 2:32:42–2:35:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-hasan-minhaj-and-donald-trump.md Donald Trump will skip the White House Correspondents' Dinner to hold a rally in Pennsylvania. Comedian Hasan Minhaj of The Daily Show is set to perform at the event. The hosts speculate on the difficulty of performing comedy for a media audience when the primary target of the jokes is not in the room. Keywords: [white house correspondents' dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), hasan minhaj, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [daily show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-show.md) ### Post-Mortem Rituals, Listening Skills and Retired Clips - **Episode:** [850: 200.8 Re-Redux](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/850-200-8-re-redux.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-12 - **Time:** 36:13–41:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/850-200-8-re-redux/chapter/post-mortem-rituals-listening-skills-and-retired-clips.md The hosts describe their "post-mortem" ritual of gossiping and critiquing the show immediately after recording. Curry admits that his listening skills have improved over time, though he still occasionally misses Dvorak's points while managing technical tasks. They also mention retiring certain sound effects, like a submarine dive sound, and the occasional error of playing the same clip in consecutive shows. Keywords: [post-mortem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/post-mortem.md), listening skills, [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [sound effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-effects.md), [archives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archives.md) ### White House Correspondents Dinner, Larry Wilmore's Performance - **Episode:** [821: Manterruptors](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/821-manterruptors.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-01 - **Time:** 1:26:04–1:28:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/821-manterruptors/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-larry-wilmore-s-performance.md President Obama's performance at the White House Correspondents Dinner is reviewed, specifically his joke about "CPT" (Colored People Time) in reference to a previous gaffe by Hillary Clinton and Bill de Blasio. Comedian Larry Wilmore's set is also discussed, with the hosts noting the institutionalized nature of the racial humor presented at the event. Keywords: [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [larry wilmore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/larry-wilmore.md), cpt joke, [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) ### George H.W. Bush Speechwriting and Presidential Humor - **Episode:** [787: Climate Deaths](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/787-climate-deaths.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-03 - **Time:** 22:36–26:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/787-climate-deaths/chapter/george-h-w-bush-speechwriting-and-presidential-humor.md A former speechwriter for George H.W. Bush describes the former president's refusal to use humor that belittled political opponents. This stands in contrast to modern presidents who use the White House Correspondents' Dinner to roast rivals. President Obama's appearance on Jerry Seinfeld's "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee" is characterized as arrogant rather than funny. Keywords: [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md), [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [speechwriting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speechwriting.md), [jerry seinfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jerry-seinfeld.md), [presidential humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-humor.md) ### White House Correspondents Dinner and Baltimore Riots - **Episode:** [716: The Portal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/716-the-portal.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-26 - **Time:** 10:59–15:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/716-the-portal/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-and-baltimore-riots.md The 2015 White House Correspondents Dinner took place simultaneously with civil unrest and arrests in Baltimore, Maryland. Criticism is directed at CNN for prioritizing the televised "joke fest" over live breaking news of the riots. A CNN analyst is quoted suggesting that viewers interested in the chaos should look to Twitter while the network remains committed to its scheduled broadcast of the dinner. Keywords: [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), baltimore riots, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ### White House Correspondents Dinner Red Carpet Observations - **Episode:** [614: Fruity Drinks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/614-fruity-drinks.md) - **Published:** 2014-05-04 - **Time:** 24:43–29:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/614-fruity-drinks/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-red-carpet-observations.md The 2014 White House Correspondents Dinner featured a mix of politicians, Silicon Valley executives like Marissa Meyer, and Hollywood celebrities. Observations from the C-SPAN red carpet coverage include critiques of the fashion, such as Michelle Obama's Marchesa gown, and the networking behavior of Washington insiders. The event is described as a "reality television" spectacle where the media and the government they cover mingle in a festive setting. Keywords: [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [marissa meyer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marissa-meyer.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), joel mchale, [house of cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-cards.md) ### Correspondence Dinner and Bobby Eden Photo Shoot - **Episode:** [610: Clip Show III](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/610-clip-show-iii.md) - **Published:** 2014-04-20 - **Time:** 5:19–7:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/610-clip-show-iii/chapter/correspondence-dinner-and-bobby-eden-photo-shoot.md A personal anecdote describes a conflict between watching the White House Correspondents' Dinner on C-SPAN and attending a photo shoot with adult film star Bobby Eden. While one host was encouraged to watch the political event, he instead spent time at a hilltop watchtower where Eden was being photographed. The story concludes with the participants ending up in a hot tub while the host missed the activity to get hamburger meat. 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Named entities including Claire Danes, Bob Schieffer, and Kevin Spacey are highlighted for their participation in the event's red carpet and promotional videos. Tom Brokaw is criticized for his public disapproval of the event's "down market" evolution while simultaneously praising specific high-profile celebrities like George Clooney. Keywords: [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), nerd prom, [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [kevin spacey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-spacey.md), claire danes, [bob schieffer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-schieffer.md), [tom brokaw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-brokaw.md) ### Barack Obama, Sheldon Adelson and Dinner Humor - **Episode:** [508: Lonely Crazies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/508-lonely-crazies.md) - **Published:** 2013-04-28 - **Time:** 20:37–23:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/508-lonely-crazies/chapter/barack-obama-sheldon-adelson-and-dinner-humor.md President Barack Obama's performance at the 2013 White House Correspondents Dinner included a joke regarding Republican donor Sheldon Adelson. Obama quipped that he might have declined to run for office if Adelson had offered him a hundred million dollars directly, a comment that drew laughter from First Lady Michelle Obama. The segment also notes the heavy security presence at the event, including sniffer dogs on the red carpet. Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [sheldon adelson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sheldon-adelson.md), [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [white house correspondents dinner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house-correspondents-dinner.md), [republican donors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-donors.md) ### White House Correspondents Dinner, Jimmy Kimmel Pot Joke - **Episode:** [404: Spy in a Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/404-spy-in-a-bag.md) - **Published:** 2012-04-29 - **Time:** 1:01:44–1:05:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/404-spy-in-a-bag/chapter/white-house-correspondents-dinner-jimmy-kimmel-pot-joke.md At the 2012 White House Correspondents' Dinner, comedian Jimmy Kimmel questioned President Obama regarding the federal crackdown on marijuana. Kimmel joked about the "Funyun supply" and noted that pot smokers vote, causing visible discomfort for the President. The event was criticized as a "celebrity circle jerk" featuring figures like Kim Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan rather than actual journalists. 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