6 chapters across the catalog
The hosts announce the release of the "No Agenda ABCs" coloring book, illustrated by J.M. Dvorak and published through GateView Publishing. The book features show-related themes like "Boots on the Ground" and "Shut up, Slave." The discussion transitions into a critique of Silicon Valley "douchebags" and the memoirs written by tech journalists like Kara Swisher and Sarah Lacy.
The "Too Many Eggs" cookbook and the "No Agenda ABCs" book are discussed as family-produced projects. The ABC book, originally written ten years ago, is being updated to include a "vaccine" entry and will be released as a coloring book. A price point of $33.33 for the main book has been a point of humorous contention within the production family.
Colleges across the United States are increasingly offering coloring books to students as a method for managing stress and anxiety. While proponents claim it helps students relax and connect with others, critics argue it represents a decline in academic rigor and a move away from genuine creative art education. The trend is seen as part of a broader "triggering" culture where adult students are treated with childhood coping mechanisms.
Donald Trump's Recession Prediction and Adult Coloring Books
Donald Trump has predicted a "massive recession," a claim dismissed by mainstream economists but noted by the hosts as a potential leading indicator. John C. Dvorak identifies the sudden popularity of adult coloring books as a "depression indicator," comparing them to historical needlepoint used during difficult economic times.
The trend of "kidults"—adults who engage in activities traditionally reserved for children—is explored through the rise of adult summer camps. These camps, which can cost significant sums, offer activities like Lego building and "inner child" work with psychotherapists. The hosts express embarrassment at the phenomenon, linking it to a broader societal refusal to embrace adulthood.
Color-Coding Research, Spice Book Production Techniques
A host describes a research technique used during the production of a new spice book to prevent accidental plagiarism. By color-coding cut-and-pasted research text in red, blue, or green, the writer ensures that only black text is recognized as original work. This method is presented as a safeguard when synthesizing multiple recipes, such as those for chimichurri sauce.
