Topic: Brewing

Linda Lupatkin of Image Makers Inc. is highlighted for her expertise in executive resume coaching and job search strategy. The hosts thank various Associate Executive and Executive Producers for their financial support, noting that these titles are official and can be used on professional platforms like LinkedIn and IMDB.

The hosts play the corrected promo for the Port Angeles meetup at Bar Hop Brewing, featuring Mimi Smith Dvorak and Sir Tim from Squim. The promo includes a "punked" ending from the No Agenda Millennial podcast. The hosts engage in lighthearted ribbing of the producers' technical skills and the quality of the promotional material.

A report from a sub-zero meetup in Indianapolis features voices from the local "tribe" gathered at Grand Junction Brewing Company. Attendees from Carmel, Fishers, and Fort Wayne shared their appreciation for the show and the community. The brewery staff also expressed their enjoyment of hosting the No Agenda group.

The hosts promote upcoming listener meetups in Florida, Tennessee, Texas, and New York. They encourage producers to organize their own local events to foster the community outside of the podcast.

A report from the inaugural "Suds Insanity" meetup at Oconee Brewing in Greensboro, Georgia, highlights the community aspect of the show. Upcoming meetups are announced for Dayton, North Idaho, Utrecht, and San Marcos. The hosts stress that "connection is protection" and encourage listeners to organize local gatherings to discuss current events in a non-triggered environment.

Anchor Brewing, a 127-year-old San Francisco institution, is shutting down after being acquired and mismanaged by Sapporo. The hosts express surprise that none of the numerous Silicon Valley billionaires stepped in to save the historic brewery. They view the closure as a sign of the changing economic and cultural landscape in the Bay Area.

Listeners reported on recent No Agenda meetups held in Columbus, Ohio, and Sarasota, Florida. The Florida event, dubbed the "Propaganda Palace Hurricane Ian Survivor Support Group," featured smoked meats and a large gathering of "Dames" and "Knights." The hosts encouraged listeners to visit NoAgendaMeetups.com to find or start local gatherings, emphasizing that these connections provide a sense of community and protection in a fragmented media landscape.

Reports from recent meetups in Georgia and Munich are shared, noting a lack of German attendees at the Munich event. Upcoming meetups are announced for North Carolina, California, and New Jersey. A special event featuring Texas Slim of the Beef Initiative is scheduled for Saturday at Holy City Brewing in North Charleston, South Carolina.

The Pravda Brewing Company in Ukraine reportedly shifted production from craft beer to "craft ballistics," specifically Molotov cocktails. Media reports also claim the brewery is forging steel "hedgehogs" to stop tanks. This is identified as part of a series of meme-like stories circulating in the news.

A California brewery owner reports a 300% increase in CO2 prices, a byproduct of oil refining and natural gas processing. High natural gas prices have forced manufacturers like CF Industries in the UK to suspend operations, further straining the supply of hydrogen and nitrogen products.

A donation from Peter in Houston leads to his knighthood as Sir Berserker. John Dvorak goes on a tangent criticizing "hazy" IPAs, arguing that the cloudiness is a brewing flaw being marketed as a feature.

Listeners gathered for No Agenda meetups at Attic Brewing in Philadelphia and various locations in Alexandria. These events allow "producers" to meet in person, share stories, and discuss the show's media deconstruction in a social setting, often featuring shout-outs from "human resources" (children) and spouses.

New Belgium Brewing releases "Scorched Earth," a limited-edition beer brewed with ingredients like dandelion root and smoke malt to simulate how beer might taste in a climate-ravaged future. The hosts mock the company for intentionally creating a "crappy product" as a form of peak virtue signaling.

Reports from recent No Agenda meetups in Dandridge and Kansas City are shared, emphasizing the "face-friendly" environments. A calendar of upcoming events is read, including meetings in Frisco, Quebec City, Miami Beach, and Melbourne.

A listener report from Minneapolis describes an HR investigation into an employee who reshared a tweet from Donald Trump. The employee was allegedly asked by HR if he was a "white supremacist" during a Zoom call. The segment also mentions the permanent closure of Surly Brewing's beer hall due to capacity restrictions imposed by Governor Walz.

The podcast acknowledged its top executive producers, including Lori Wolfe and Jacobina Kunin, through the "value for value" model. Announcements were made for the "No Jendependence Day" meetup scheduled for March 2nd at Austin Brew Works in Texas. Additionally, a smaller meetup in Arlington, Virginia, was promoted for March 3rd.

Adam Curry recounts a successful "flash meetup" in Berkeley, California, attended by nearly 40 people. He notes the presence of several librarians and reminisces about his time as a "poster boy" for the American Library Association.

The show concludes its donation segment by comparing the patriotism of Canadian and American listeners during their respective national holidays. Producers from both countries contributed to the "Value for Value" model, including a final $50 donation from a listener named Tyler Schimpf. The hosts addressed a complaint regarding the pronunciation of a Dutch-sounding name before transitioning to the final show segments.

The hosts conduct a "Value for Value" segment, thanking high-tier donors and performing a knighting ceremony for Kaya. The discussion includes banter about "cold brew" coffee being a scam and requests for specific show jingles, including "Magical Shapeshifting Juice" and "Mac and Cheese." They acknowledge donors from Norway and the Pacific Northwest, maintaining the show's community-funded model.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the session discussing the Chicago Cubs' playoff performance and local Austin culture. Curry describes hosting family from Chicago at his condo and visiting Lazarus Brewing for a beer flight. The hosts compare the Dutch meaning of "Lazarus" to biblical resurrection while transitioning into the day's media analysis.