# Wtf Podcast on The No Agenda Show

Wtf Podcast comes up in 4 chapters across 4 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2015 to June 2018.

- **Chapters:** 4
- **Episodes:** 4
- **Discussed:** June 2015 – June 2018
- **Related topics:** [Anthony Bourdain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-bourdain.md), [Chantix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chantix.md), [Mark Maron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-maron.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apology.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [Iab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iab.md), [N-word](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/n-word.md), [Newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md)

## Chapters 1–4 of 4

### Apology to Mark Maron Regarding Anthony Bourdain Segment

- **Episode:** [1042: Two Dictators](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1042-two-dictators.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-28
- **Time:** 55:38–1:00:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1042-two-dictators/chapter/apology-to-mark-maron-regarding-anthony-bourdain-segment.md

The hosts issue a formal apology to podcaster Mark Maron for incorrectly claiming he edited out a segment about Chantix from a re-released interview with Anthony Bourdain. They explain that a producer's error regarding timestamps and ad placements led to the false accusation. They take full responsibility for the mistake and mention the correction was also issued in their newsletter.

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### Chantix Side Effects, Anthony Bourdain WTF Podcast Edit

- **Episode:** [1041: Hairy Mary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1041-hairy-mary.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-11
- **Time:** 21:29–29:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1041-hairy-mary/chapter/chantix-side-effects-anthony-bourdain-wtf-podcast-edit.md

A podcast producer discovered that a re-released 2011 interview of Anthony Bourdain on the WTF Podcast with Mark Maron had been edited to remove a segment about the drug Chantix. In the original audio, Bourdain mentioned the drug made him feel "stabby" or suicidal. The FDA has issued multiple warnings about Chantix causing psychiatric symptoms, including hostility and suicidal ideation.

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### Podcast Upfronts, Marc Maron and Advertising Rules

- **Episode:** [858: Bite Work](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/858-bite-work.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-08
- **Time:** 2:05:14–2:07:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/858-bite-work/chapter/podcast-upfronts-marc-maron-and-advertising-rules.md

The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) held a "Podcast Upfront" in New York to pitch the medium to major marketers. High-profile podcasters, including Marc Maron of the "WTF" podcast and Katie Couric, presented their shows to advertisers. Maron reportedly assured potential sponsors that he is a "rule follower" and would adhere to ad copy requirements, highlighting the tension between host-read authenticity and corporate control.

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### Obama on WTF Podcast, Marc Maron Garage

- **Episode:** [733: Fusion Cell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/733-fusion-cell.md)
- **Published:** 2015-06-25
- **Time:** 2:34:06–2:37:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/733-fusion-cell/chapter/obama-on-wtf-podcast-marc-maron-garage.md

President Obama appeared on Marc Maron's "WTF" podcast, where he used the N-word to discuss the persistence of racism in America. The hosts critique the media's reaction to his language and the "content-free" nature of the interview. They also highlight a moment where the President appeared to denigrate the medium of podcasting despite being a guest on the show.

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