The latest episode of the No Agenda Show, Episode 1898 titled 'Goofy Foot,' marked a milestone as co-host Adam Curry welcomed Matt Long to the studio, making it the first time a guest co-host joined from the same desk. Long, who hosts The Matt Long Show on Hill Country Patriot FM in Kerrville, Texas, and is known for his portrayal of Benjamin Franklin, brought a unique perspective to the week's most pressing news: the U.S. Supreme Court's emergency order allowing the Trump administration to enforce restrictions on mail-in voting ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling upheld an executive order from March 2026 that directs the U.S. Postal Service and the Department of Homeland Security to create a citizenship-based voter database. This decision has significant implications for how mail-in ballots will be processed and verified, potentially affecting millions of voters. Long, who has deep knowledge of Texas's voting rules, expressed strong concerns about mail-in voting integrity, stating, 'Mail-in ballots, I think, are probably the most easiest way to steal an election and to get dishonest results.'
The episode delved into various aspects of the ruling, including reactions from state attorneys general. New York Attorney General Letitia James described the situation as 'chaos and confusion,' while Arizona AG Kris Mayes defended her state's vote-by-mail system. The discussion highlighted the divide between states that embrace mail-in voting and those that are tightening restrictions.
Beyond election integrity, the conversation covered a wide range of topics. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent launched 'Operation Economic Outcast' aimed at Iran, signaling a new economic pressure campaign. CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced trip to Moscow, raising questions about diplomatic backchannels. President Trump announced the import of 300,000 metric tons of ground beef, a move that could affect domestic cattle prices. Canadian Premier Doug Ford responded with retaliatory tariff threats, escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
In environmental news, California's new Replacement Tire Efficiency Program was approved by the California Energy Commission, which will promote more fuel-efficient tires in the state. The show also touched on tech and immigration issues, including Nvidia's reported acquisition of Hugging Face, OpenAI's push for regulation of open-source models, a hike in H-1B visa fees to $103,000, and the State Department's revocation of B-1 and B-2 visas.
Long shared his journey from unpaid legislative correspondent to paid host, offering insights into the media landscape. The episode also featured an audio report from an anonymous regenerative rancher in North Dakota, who explained the 11-year cattle market cycle and the differences between conventional and regenerative farming. Other topics included Don Huffines and the Epstein ranch purchase, the unraveling Eurovision Song Contest amid Israel boycotts, and tributes to Dolly Parton and Tim Curry.
The show's 'media deconstruction' approach aims to analyze how news stories are framed and why some are amplified while others are ignored. This episode's focus on the Supreme Court ruling and its potential impact on election integrity is crucial for voters and policymakers alike. As the midterms approach, understanding the implications of these restrictions is vital for ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process.
