Topic: Commodore

Jason Peterson is officially knighted as a Red Knight Commodore in the Order of the Heart. The ceremony includes the presentation of a limited edition pin and a signet ring. The hosts welcome him to the "Round Table," acknowledging his long-term financial commitment to the program.

The "treasure" portion of the show features significant donations from producers, including a $1,863 "show number" donation from the Commodore Archduke of Central Florida. Mike Healer and MFDX of Anjou also contributed large sums, with the latter requesting a "Fauci Wheeze" jingle. These donations support the full-time production of the podcast, which relies entirely on listener contributions.

Adam Curry and Mimi Smith-Dvorak reminisce about the early days of personal computing, including building acoustic modems from Radio Shack parts and using the TRS-100. Mimi recalls visiting an early microcomputer distribution company in Berkeley where she met Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and the famous phone phreaker "Captain Crunch." She admits she initially doubted the personal computer would ever become a mainstream success.

Two "Rubbleizer" donations of $3,333.33 each were received from Sir Pursuit of Peace and Tranquility and the Commodore Archduke of Central Florida. In response to these significant contributions, the hosts announce plans to develop a special "challenge coin" for donors who reach the Rubbleizer level. The segment includes a "mic bump" and gunfire sound effects requested by the donors.

Dvorak issues a "mea culpa" regarding a newsletter error concerning the military rank of the U.S. Surgeon General. He explores the history of the position, noting it transitioned from Commodore to Admiral in 1871, and discusses the protocol of saluting these public health officials despite their lack of traditional naval command.

The show concludes with the traditional reading of donor names, birthday wishes, and the commissioning of a new Commodore. The hosts thank the "No Agenda" community for their continued support through the "Value-for-Value" model and provide information on how to participate in future ceremonies.

A significant portion of the program is dedicated to acknowledging high-tier donors and granting honorary titles. The "Anonymous Black Sheep" from Maryville, Tennessee, and Scott Horton from Malibu are among those recognized for their substantial financial support. The segment includes the official knighting of "Sir Tom, Baron Tom Warden of the Frozen Tundra," following his 11-year journey through monthly layaway donations.

During the producer credit segment, a listener from Germany shared their experience resisting COVID-19 vaccine mandates at work. This is followed by a BBC snooker clip where commentators discussed a player's health struggles and hand tremors following a "jab." The hosts use this to highlight the "normalization" of discussing vaccine side effects in mainstream international media.

The hosts celebrate several listener birthdays and conduct the official knighting and Commodore ceremonies. New Commodores are directed to noagenderings.com to receive their certificates, while new Knights are welcomed to the "No Agenda Roundtable" with traditional (and humorous) offerings of mutton and mead. The segment emphasizes the community bonds formed through the show's honorary titles.

The final call for the "Commodore" promotion is announced, welcoming Carrie Case and Mike as new Commodores. A meetup report from New Hampshire features a server named Chase who is a fan of the show. Upcoming meetups are listed for Alpharetta, Sacramento, Columbus, and Brighton, emphasizing the "connection gives you protection" mantra of the No Agenda community.

The show wraps up with announcements for upcoming livestreams on the No Agenda stream, including a 420 special and a discussion on eschatology. End-of-show music mixes are featured from GX2, Matty J, and Commodore Dubs, the latter featuring a "customer service" parody. The hosts sign off with their traditional catchphrases, promising to return on Thursday for more media deconstruction.

The show acknowledges high-tier donors, including Sir Leron and Commodore J-Stroke. They introduce the concept of an "NPR donation," where listeners give their government tax refunds to the No Agenda show. Commodore J-Stroke is seeking "startup yak karma" for his new business, Chupacabra Canoe, which provides canoeing supplies and content.

Commodore J-Stroke is officially knighted following a contribution of $1,000 or more. The ceremony includes the traditional reading of the "mutton and mead" menu and the presentation of the No Agenda Knight ring. Listeners are encouraged to visit the show's website to view the official signet rings and sizing guides for their own knighthoods and doctorates.

The show concluded with a formal knighting ceremony, elevating Tracy Sullivan to the rank of "Dame Sally Bananas." Two new Commodores, Dubbs and JLGS LLC, were also welcomed into the "Commodore ship." The hosts explained the perks of these titles, including handsome certificates and custom signet rings available through the show's "value for value" support system.

The show acknowledges its top financial supporters, including new Commodores and Knights who have contributed $1,000 or more. Donors from various locations, including Poland and New Jersey, are recognized for their "Value for Value" contributions. The segment emphasizes the importance of listener support in maintaining the program's independence from traditional advertising models.

The program concludes with a formal knighting ceremony for Commodore Sir Mech, recognizing his significant financial support. New Commodores are directed to secure their official certificates and signet rings as symbols of their status within the No Agenda community. The segment reinforces the show's unique culture of rewarding high-level producers with honorary titles and physical tokens of appreciation.

T Ryan Everett, manager of a new podcast studio in Port Angeles, Washington, donated $1,200 to achieve the rank of Knight and Commodore. His donation was partially funded by treasure left by his late father, and he expressed a desire to learn technical settings from the "Podfather."

The hosts conducted a formal knighting ceremony for Sir Mike Baron and Dame Becky Baroness, while also welcoming several new Commodores. The segment provides a comprehensive list of upcoming "No Agenda" meetups in cities such as Tucson, Denver, Charlotte, and Indianapolis. These producer-organized events are highlighted as the primary way for listeners to connect and build a local support network.

The hosts acknowledge financial support from the "Giver Nation," reading notes from new Knights, Dames, and Barons. Notable donors include Sir Mike, Sir Scovey, and Duke Sir Dr. Sharky, who claimed the title "Lord of Mars." The segment includes "Jobs Karma" jingles and promotional mentions for producer-run businesses like Gigawatt Coffee Roasters.

The hosts read notes from high-level donors, including new Commodores and Knights of the No Agenda Round Table. Donors from as far as Luanda, Angola, and Sydney, Australia, contributed to the show. The segment includes "de-douching" ceremonies and the promotion of community businesses like Gigawatt Coffee and Image Makers Inc.