Topic: Computer Chronicles

3 chapters across the catalog

No Agenda Christmas 2025
Episode 1828 1:37:00 - 1:38:47

1828: No Agenda Christmas 2025

Computer Chronicles, 1980s Tech Gift Ideas

An archival clip from the 1980s show *Computer Chronicles* features John C. Dvorak recommending Christmas gifts for tech enthusiasts. His suggestions include a cooling fan for the Macintosh called the "Fanny Mac" and a computer toolkit for straightening pins and pulling chips. The hosts laugh at the dated nature of the recommendations from 42 years ago.

Holiday Heart
Episode 1514 1:11:48 - 1:14:21

1514: Holiday Heart

John C. Dvorak's 1980s Computer Gift Ideas

Archival footage from the 1980s show *Computer Chronicles* features John C. Dvorak recommending Christmas gifts for tech enthusiasts. His picks included the "FannyMac" cooling fan for the Macintosh and the Curtis Computer Toolkit, highlighting the early days of personal computing culture.

Guidepost
Episode 1424 1:34:29 - 1:44:24

1424: Guidepost

Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Requests

A series of high-value donations are read, including a $3,333.33 contribution from Michael Minton and a $696.96 donation from Jason Abt. Producers request knighthoods and "jobs karma" while sharing personal anecdotes about the show's impact. One donor mentions watching John C. Dvorak's old appearances on *Computer Chronicles*, specifically the episode where he disassembled an IBM PS/2.