Topic: Bernstein

34 chapters across the catalog

Publical
Episode 1686 55:10 - 56:57

1686: Publical

Jared Bernstein on Inflation, US Bankruptcy Claims

Jared Bernstein, Chair of the Council of Economic Advisors, stated that the US government cannot go bankrupt because it prints its own currency. In a recent press briefing, Bernstein claimed that the "momentum" of inflation is moving in the right direction, with a 60% decrease from its peak. However, he acknowledged that many families continue to struggle with high costs despite the statistical disinflation.

Trash Can Man
Episode 1657 23:32 - 31:05

1657: Trash Can Man

Jared Bernstein, Federal Reserve Monetary Policy

Jared Bernstein, Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, struggled to explain the mechanics of government borrowing and money printing in a viral video. The discussion highlights the role of the Federal Reserve in creating currency and the reliance on war and inflation to sustain the current Marxist-influenced economic cycle.

Google Barf
Episode 1529 1:19:48 - 1:21:29

1529: Google Barf

RTL News Discreditation, Seymour Hersh Media Reaction

European media outlets, including RTL News, have attempted to discredit Seymour Hersh by labeling him a "disinformation journalist." Some reports erroneously claimed his last major true story was Watergate, confusing him with Woodward and Bernstein. This media pushback is characterized as an effort to suppress the Nord Stream sabotage allegations.

Freedom Phoney
Episode 1364 1:51:21 - 1:55:44

1364: Freedom Phoney

Spotify Stock Drop, Podcast Market Saturation

Spotify shares fell 6% following an analyst report questioning the company's massive investments in exclusive podcast deals like "Call Her Daddy" and Joe Rogan. Critics argue that Spotify is struggling to convert existing users into podcast listeners in a slowing market. The No Agenda hosts suggest that decentralized "Podcasting 2.0" initiatives are beginning to challenge the dominance of closed, corporate networks.

Mask Debate
Episode 1264 2:30:21 - 2:35:34

1264: Mask Debate

Peerage and Knighting, Sir Alan Bernstein and Baron Winkler

The show conducts a formal knighting ceremony for Alan Bernstein and elevates Donald Winkler to a Barony. These segments involve the "Value for Value" tradition where high-level donors are granted honorary titles and recognized for their financial support. The ceremony includes the reading of the "Roundtable" creed and the granting of "Signet rings" to the new members of the No Agenda peerage.

Vaxeline
Episode 1254 18:24 - 23:56

1254: Vaxeline

Carl Bernstein, Analysis of Presidential Stability

Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN with Brian Stelter to discuss President Trump's mental state and emotional stability. Bernstein claimed that sources close to the President describe him as "out of control" and a danger to national security. The discussion focused on whether the President's moods and authoritarian impulses warrant invocation of the 25th Amendment.

Noodle Nation
Episode 1250 1:46:12 - 1:50:00

1250: Noodle Nation

Knighting Ceremony for Sir Senpai and Sir Alan Bernstein

Tyler Stoud of San Antonio and Alan Bernstein are officially knighted after reaching the $1,000 donation threshold. Sir Senpai (Stoud) requested "anime-wrapped Glocks" for his ceremony, while Sir Alan Bernstein was honored by his son Michael for his 72nd birthday. The segment includes the traditional reading of donor notes and the "mutton and meat" proclamation.

Noodle Nation
Episode 1250 2:52:44 - 2:55:57

1250: Noodle Nation

Birthday List and Knighting of Sir Senpai

The hosts read the weekly birthday list for producers and their families before conducting a final knighting ceremony. Tyler Stoud (Sir Senpai) and Alan Bernstein are formally welcomed to the No Agenda Round Table. The ceremony includes the traditional list of humorous "perks" such as "Hookers and Blow" and "Persian Wine."

Pale Male
Episode 1211 1:38:17 - 1:41:31

1211: Pale Male

Dame Astrid, Tiny Homes Development

Dame Astrid Lees-Lees donates $222.22 from Tokyo, suggesting a "Duke Drive" for show musician Sir Chris Wilson. Michael Bernstein contributes $200.07, promoting his business "Mutual Win," which develops 300-square-foot tiny homes in historical areas. The hosts admire the modern design of the homes and discuss the potential for placing them in residential backyards.

People's Vote
Episode 1104 7:33 - 9:15

1104: People's Vote

Carl Bernstein, Mueller Report Draft, Russian Destabilization Claims

Journalist Carl Bernstein reported on CNN that a draft of the Mueller report suggests Donald Trump has helped Vladimir Putin's goals of destabilizing the United States. The discussion links these claims to the ongoing government shutdown, framing the political impasse as a potential Russian attack on American infrastructure.

Three Chambers
Episode 1088 48:22 - 52:05

1088: Three Chambers

Carl Bernstein's Media Strategy, Editing Trump Clips

Watergate journalist Carl Bernstein suggested that news networks should stop carrying President Trump's press conferences live to avoid spreading "propaganda." He advocates for reporters to edit the footage and present only what they deem "news" after the event. The hosts criticize this as a call for increased media manipulation, contrasting it with the transparency of full-length C-SPAN broadcasts.

Off Script
Episode 930

930: Off Script

Dick Movie Review, Watergate Parallels and Bernstein Portrayal

A review of the 1999 film "Dick" highlights its comedic take on the Watergate scandal through the perspective of two teenage girls. The portrayal of Carl Bernstein is criticized as potentially offensive, while the film's premise is contrasted with modern political climates. The discussion notes that unlike current events, the Watergate era involved documented physical crimes and payoffs.

Barry's Choice
Episode 925 13:48 - 17:48

925: Barry's Choice

White House Correspondents Dinner, Donald Trump Counter-Programming, C-SPAN Coverage

President Donald Trump skipped the 2017 White House Correspondents' Dinner to hold a rally in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The hosts criticize the traditional "nerd prom" as a "douchebag fest" and mock the C-SPAN broadcast featuring Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. They characterize the veteran journalists as boring relics and question their past ties to intelligence agencies.

Barry's Choice
Episode 925 1:08:47 - 1:11:43

925: Barry's Choice

Artificial Intelligence Skepticism, Woodward and Bernstein Spook Theories

The hosts express skepticism toward the "bogus" state of artificial intelligence and algorithms. They return to Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, theorizing that Woodward remains an active "spook" for intelligence agencies. They discuss Bernstein's 1977 article on CIA influence in the media and contrast it with his current role as a CNN commentator.

Fack Base
Episode 914 10:28 - 13:19

914: Fack Base

Carl Bernstein CNN Appearance, Intelligence Community Schism

Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN to argue that President Trump is inventing conspiracies to deflect from Russian interference. The hosts analyze the segment's production, noting that Bernstein seemed to be reading from specific talking points rather than speaking independently. They suggest this reflects a growing divide within the U.S. intelligence community regarding the administration.

Bully Box
Episode 912 55:55 - 59:23

912: Bully Box

Kellyanne Conway, Microwave Cameras, and Carl Bernstein

White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway suggested during an interview with Carl Bernstein that surveillance can occur through household appliances like microwaves that turn into cameras. Bernstein's lack of pushback on the claim was noted as surprising for a veteran investigative reporter. The comment sparked widespread media ridicule regarding the technical feasibility of such spying.

Opinews
Episode 911 15:11 - 18:01

911: Opinews

South by Southwest, Apple Podcast Meetup and Nairobi Driver

Adam Curry describes attending an Apple podcast meetup during the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, noting that he was largely unrecognized despite his "Podfather" status. He shares an anecdote about a driver from Nairobi who discussed the heavy Chinese influence and infrastructure projects in Africa. The segment also mentions a CNN party attended by Jake Tapper and Carl Bernstein.

Bias Response Team
Episode 907 1:33:06 - 1:37:05

907: Bias Response Team

Carl Bernstein, the CIA, and the "Fact-Free Universe"

Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN to claim that Donald Trump lives in a "fact-free universe" and is scaring "movement conservatives." The hosts suggest that Bernstein has been "reactivated" by the CIA to undermine the administration, noting his increased media presence since the release of the Steele dossier. They contrast his background with Bob Woodward's documented ties to the intelligence community.