# Woody Allen on The No Agenda Show Woody Allen comes up in 12 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2009 to December 2025. - **Chapters:** 12 - **Episodes:** 12 - **Discussed:** June 2009 – December 2025 - **Related topics:** [Amazon Studios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-studios.md), [Amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [Autobiography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autobiography.md), [Cancel Culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancel-culture.md), [Academia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academia.md), [Argo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argo.md), [Bill Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [Bill Gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [Cancellation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancellation.md), [Credit Unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-unions.md) ## Chapters 1–12 of 12 ### Epstein Photo Release, Congressional Democrats Investigation - **Episode:** [1825: MUK-Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-14 - **Time:** 1:00:38–1:03:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra/chapter/epstein-photo-release-congressional-democrats-investigation.md Congressional Democrats released a trove of 95,000 photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, featuring high-profile figures like Bill Clinton, Bill Gates, and Woody Allen. While the photos show the subjects in social settings, they do not appear to depict illegal activity. The release is viewed as a political move ahead of a Department of Justice deadline to release more sensitive Epstein files. Keywords: [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md) ### Woody Allen Cancellation and No Agenda Press - **Episode:** [1786: Best Exit Strategies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-31 - **Time:** 50:19–51:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies/chapter/woody-allen-cancellation-and-no-agenda-press.md Woody Allen's recent "cancellation" in the U.S. has led to Amazon refusing to release his film "A Rainy Day in New York" and major publishers rejecting his autobiography. The hosts suggest "No Agenda Press" could step in to publish the book as a business opportunity. Keywords: [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [autobiography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autobiography.md), [publishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/publishing.md), [cancellation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancellation.md), [exit strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exit-strategy.md) ### The Green Book, Driving While Black Documentary - **Episode:** [1291: The Election Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1291-the-election-special.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-05 - **Time:** 2:58:14–3:03:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1291-the-election-special/chapter/the-green-book-driving-while-black-documentary.md A documentary titled "Driving While Black" explores the history of the Green Book and its original publisher. The hosts compare the publisher's struggle with racist employees to modern "virtue signaling" in the publishing industry, such as the staff revolt against Woody Allen's memoir. Several new producers are knighted, including Andrew Oxenham. Keywords: [green book](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-book.md), driving while black, [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), negronis, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) ### Katie Herzog, Postmodernism in Academia - **Episode:** [1251: Viewpoint Discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-18 - **Time:** 1:19:37–1:21:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination/chapter/katie-herzog-postmodernism-in-academia.md Journalist Katie Herzog discusses how radical academic theories like postmodernism and critical theory have moved from college campuses into major institutions. She cites the pulping of Woody Allen's memoir by Hachette staffers as an example of the new authoritarian power held by young employees. Keywords: katie herzog, foucault, postmodernism, [academia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academia.md), [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md) ### Woody Allen's "A Rainy Day in New York" and Cancel Culture - **Episode:** [1242: Smokin' Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-17 - **Time:** 1:56:42–2:00:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1242-smokin-hot/chapter/woody-allen-s-a-rainy-day-in-new-york-and-cancel-culture.md Woody Allen's film "A Rainy Day in New York" topped the global box office despite being "cancelled" in the United States. Amazon Studios refused to release the film following renewed allegations from Dylan Farrow. Dvorak praises the movie as one of Allen's best New York-centric works and laments the impact of cancel culture on artistic distribution. Keywords: [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), [amazon studios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-studios.md), [ronan farrow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ronan-farrow.md), dylan farrow, [cancel culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancel-culture.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md) ### Woody Allen Cancelled by Major Publishers - **Episode:** [1189: CIS-Cast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1189-cis-cast.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-14 - **Time:** 1:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1189-cis-cast/chapter/woody-allen-cancelled-by-major-publishers.md Woody Allen faces a total domestic blackout as his film A Rainy Day in New York remains unreleased in the United States despite positive European reviews. Major American publishers have reportedly refused to touch his autobiography. Amazon has also declined to stream his latest work, signaling a new level of exclusion for the director. Keywords: [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), a rainy day in new york, [autobiography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autobiography.md), [cancel culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancel-culture.md) ### Libby Schaaf and Oakland ICE Warnings - **Episode:** [1014: Rise of the Betas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-08 - **Time:** 1:08:16–1:10:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1014-rise-of-the-betas/chapter/libby-schaaf-and-oakland-ice-warnings.md Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf faced criticism and potential legal threats after she publicly warned residents about impending ICE raids. Schaaf accused the Trump administration of painting a "racist broad brush" over the immigrant community. The segment references Woody Allen's film "Sleeper" as a satirical comparison to the current political climate in California. Keywords: libby schaf, [oakland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oakland.md), [ice raids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice-raids.md), [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), sleeper ### Broadcast Media vs Video on Demand Sabotage Theory - **Episode:** [980: King Tide](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/980-king-tide.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-09 - **Time:** 33:23–37:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/980-king-tide/chapter/broadcast-media-vs-video-on-demand-sabotage-theory.md A theory is presented suggesting that the wave of sexual misconduct allegations is being weaponized by traditional broadcast and film studios to damage competitors like Netflix and Amazon. The hosts note that many accused figures, including Kevin Spacey and Jeffrey Tambor, are central to major streaming hits. They examine how these scandals impact the revenue and reputation of video-on-demand platforms. Keywords: [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [amazon studios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-studios.md), [harvey weinstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvey-weinstein.md), [jeffrey tambor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-tambor.md), [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md) ### Hollywood Influence and Subpar Amazon Studio Productions - **Episode:** [854: Premedicated](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated.md) - **Published:** 2016-08-25 - **Time:** 16:11–20:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/854-premedicated/chapter/hollywood-influence-and-subpar-amazon-studio-productions.md The hosts critique the current state of Hollywood productions at Amazon Studios, arguing that the platform is being "raped for money" by established stars producing subpar content. They review "The Tick" and "Jean Claude Van Johnson," noting a trend of self-deprecating but ultimately failing projects. They also mention Woody Allen's "Cafe Society" as an example of Amazon's expanding reach into traditional film production. Keywords: [amazon studios](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-studios.md), [kevin bacon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kevin-bacon.md), the tick, jean claude van damme, [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), cafe society ### Oscar Nominations and Celebrity Culture Disease - **Episode:** [477: Brolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/477-brolf.md) - **Published:** 2013-01-10 - **Time:** 1:09:43–1:13:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/477-brolf/chapter/oscar-nominations-and-celebrity-culture-disease.md The hosts review the nine films nominated for Best Picture, including *Argo*, *Lincoln*, and *Django Unchained*. They criticize the drama of award ceremonies and transition into a discussion about a new film titled *Celebrity*, which explores how mass media and the internet have turned fame into a cultural disease. Keywords: [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [argo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/argo.md), django unchained, [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), charlie chaplin, [tmz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tmz.md) ### Woody Allen, Midnight in Paris European Criticism - **Episode:** [404: Spy in a Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/404-spy-in-a-bag.md) - **Published:** 2012-04-29 - **Time:** 33:24–36:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/404-spy-in-a-bag/chapter/woody-allen-midnight-in-paris-european-criticism.md Woody Allen's film "Midnight in Paris" faced unusual criticism from French critics for allegedly ignoring the plight of poor Parisians earning below minimum wage. The hosts defend the film as a work of storytelling rather than a social message, praising Owen Wilson's performance in what they consider one of Allen's best works. Keywords: [woody allen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woody-allen.md), midnight in paris, robert julian, [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), film criticism ### PBS Biz Kids Program and Stereotyping Controversy - **Episode:** [106: A Jew In The Safe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/106-a-jew-in-the-safe.md) - **Published:** 2009-06-21 - **Time:** 49:48–54:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/106-a-jew-in-the-safe/chapter/pbs-biz-kids-program-and-stereotyping-controversy.md The PBS show "Biz Kids," underwritten by credit unions, is criticized for a segment featuring a puppet that allegedly uses Jewish stereotypes while counting money in a bank vault. 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