13 chapters across the catalog
The hosts review listener-submitted artwork for episode 1689, including a parody of "Ozempic ice cream." They discuss the limitations of AI, noting that models frequently fail simple logic tests, such as counting the letter 'r' in the word "strawberry." They also touch on Nvidia's stock performance following their latest earnings report.
The "Value for Value" funding model is discussed as an alternative to traditional advertising, emphasizing listener support through time, talent, and treasure. The hosts also provided feedback on listener-submitted artwork, noting that celebrity images like Taylor Swift cannot be used for official album art due to legal restrictions.
The hosts review the artwork submissions for episode 1473, titled "Meth Raging." They discuss the creative process behind pieces like "Men Denied" and "The Lesbian," debating the merits of different visual metaphors for current news events. The segment highlights the contribution of the "No Agenda Art Generator" community to the show's production.
The hosts review listener-submitted artwork for the podcast, focusing on a Memorial Day piece by "Capitalist Agenda." They discuss the strict rules for the "No Agenda" art gallery, which prohibit the use of stolen or copyrighted commercial art without significant transformative work. The segment serves as a guide for new artists on how to navigate fair use and parody in their submissions.
Episode 1370 Art Contest, Nessworks, Cuomo Hand Magic
The hosts review submissions for the Episode 1370 album art contest. The winning piece, "Jab Click Share" by Nessworks, features a parody of cigarette branding. Other notable entries include "Cuomo's Book of Hand Magic" and a "Vax Me Baby" dominatrix-themed piece. The discussion highlights the technical skill of various artists in the "No Agenda" community and the importance of branding in album art.
A controversy arose when the podcast used artwork for episode 992 that was incorrectly credited to "Comic Strip Blogger." The original illustrator of the book *Santa's Husband* contacted the show to claim ownership. The hosts discussed the difficulty of verifying original art versus parodies and the importance of using public domain or original contributions.
No Agenda Art, Comic Strip Blogger and Fair Use
The hosts discuss the weekly artwork submissions, noting a specific piece by Comic Strip Blogger that was rejected due to fair use concerns. The art was based on a Newsweek Watergate cover, and the hosts determined it lacked sufficient parody or transformation. They also reflect on the "Agenda 31" podcast going on hiatus and the difficulty of maintaining independent media.
The hosts showcase a new piece of show art featuring a hammer and sickle modified into a microphone, created by a Polish artist living in Germany. They discuss the legalities of fair use and parody in relation to their branding. Listeners are encouraged to visit the show's art repository to view and contribute original works.
No Agenda Art, Google Image Search, Fair Use Rules
The hosts explain the criteria for selecting listener-submitted album art, emphasizing the need for legibility at small sizes and original creative work. They describe using Google Image Search to verify if submissions are stolen or sufficiently transformative to qualify under fair use. Originality is highlighted as a key factor in driving listener donations.
The hosts discuss George Clooney's upcoming film "The Monuments Men" and a PR campaign involving the return of Nazi-looted art. They speculate that the timing of real-world art discoveries is being coordinated with the movie's release in Los Angeles and Berlin. Clooney is characterized as a "global warming stooge" despite his "nice guy" persona.
John C. Dvorak recounts a two-hour meeting in Northern California with Lori Frick and her husband Mark, whom the hosts label "Obama-bots." Despite their political differences, the meeting was cordial and focused on the art world and Frick's successful exhibit. The hosts discuss Frick's background as a co-founder of Vignette Software and her skepticism toward the TED conference circuit.
Adam Curry recounts an experience staying at a motel in Washington D.C. while supporting Miss Mickey at the Emerge Art Fair. He describes going to a restaurant in his pajamas and receiving "stink eye" from international tourists. The story emphasizes the casual nature of his stay compared to the formal environment of the capital.
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak Broadcast from Washington to Washington
Adam Curry broadcasts from the Capitol Skyline Hotel in Washington, D.C., while John C. Dvorak joins from his compound in Washington State, marking a "Washington to Washington" coast-to-coast episode. Curry explains his presence in the capital to support Miss Mickey at the eMERGE Art Fair. The hosts address potential technical issues and feedback loops inherent in streaming high-quality clips over Skype from a hotel environment.
