6 chapters across the catalog
Anonymous Aussie, Serpentine Knight, Health Karma
An anonymous donor from Australia is knighted as "Sir Serpentine Knight of the Red Cliff Peninsula" on his 50th birthday. He requests "health karma" for his parents, who are dealing with non-COVID-related illnesses. The hosts navigate the donor's complex accounting and specific jingle requests, including a clip featuring Jill Abramson and the "iPad app" vocal fry.
Adam Curry, John C. Dvorak, 50th Birthday Celebration in Amsterdam
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 649 of the No Agenda show from Amsterdam, marking Curry's 50th birthday on September 4, 2014. Dvorak discusses a birthday newsletter he sent out which featured a photograph of Curry's tattoo. Curry describes his current living situation in a Wi-Fi enabled canal house in the Netherlands.
Turning 50, Dutch Abraham and Sarah Biblical Traditions
The hosts examine the cultural implications of turning 50, including the Dutch tradition of "seeing Abraham" for men and "seeing Sarah" for women. This biblical reference is often marked by the display of dolls or figures. Curry reflects on his health and lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, upon reaching this milestone.
Adam Curry describes a surprise 50th birthday party organized by his wife, Miss Mickey, at the Mayer Manor in Amsterdam. The venue is described as a "steampunk" style manor built in 1881 on the site of a former monastery. Dvorak explains his absence from the event due to work commitments, though a "head on a stick" representation of him was present.
Adam Curry's 50th Birthday, Hookers and Blow Anecdote
Adam Curry mentions his upcoming 50th birthday and the party his wife, Mickey, has been planning for a year. The hosts joke about Curry's recurring request for "hookers and blow" as a birthday gift, debating the logistics and lack of synergy between the two. They reflect on the passage of time as Curry reaches this milestone age.
A discussion regarding the strategic timing of marriage on holidays like Valentine's Day to consolidate gift-giving occasions. Personal anecdotes cover the downsides of being born on January 1st or Christmas. Plans for an upcoming 50th birthday involve a debate between a large dinner party and more rowdy celebrations.
