Topic: Congressional Dish

12 chapters across the catalog

Gender Journey
Episode 1485 2:24 - 6:49

1485: Gender Journey

Jen Briney, Congressional Dish, Value for Value Funding

Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast appears on C-SPAN's Book TV to discuss her 100% listener-supported funding model. The segment highlights her explanation of the "value for value" system, which she credits to the No Agenda program. A listener-submitted tweet using show-specific code words is noted for going unacknowledged during the broadcast.

Food and Drunk Administration
Episode 1315 2:49:32 - 2:55:26

1315: Food and Drunk Administration

Producer Credits, Palindrome Birthdays, Anonymous Donors

A final round of producer acknowledgments includes Andreas Blanche and Sir Kevin McLaughlin. A "palindrome birthday" for Janet Kostrovsky (1-23-21) is celebrated. One donor noted they were directed to the show via Jen Briney's "Congressional Dish" and Greg Carlwood's "Higher Side Chats." Numerous $50 donors from across the U.S. and Canada are thanked for making the episode possible.

iPhony
Episode 1312 2:02:45 - 2:04:17

1312: iPhony

Dave Jackson Endorses No Agenda and Congressional Dish

Dave Jackson of the School of Podcasting and Libsyn recommended the No Agenda Show and Congressional Dish as trustworthy sources for information not found on mainstream television. Jackson highlighted the extensive show notes and the collaborative search for truth as key differentiators from traditional media.

Free Scooter!
Episode 1044 58:04 - 1:01:37

1044: Free Scooter!

Jen Briney and the Congressional Dish Debate

A civil debate on Twitter with Jen Briney of the *Congressional Dish* podcast focused on the legal nuances of the Flores Consent Decree and the "zero tolerance" policy. The discussion highlights the difficulty of discussing legal facts without being accused of defending the underlying policy. The exchange illustrates how emotional filters can cloud the judgment of even highly respected legislative researchers.

LibJoe
Episode 1022 2:07:40 - 2:11:09

1022: LibJoe

Value for Value Model, Podcasting Master Class

The hosts discuss the success of the "Value for Value" model compared to platforms like Patreon. They mention mentoring other podcasters like Briney from "Congressional Dish." A proposal for a No Agenda "Master Class" or seminar is debated, with the hosts calculating potential earnings from a one-day event before deciding they would rather not leave their homes.

House of Trolls
Episode 978 3:16:04 - 3:23:04

978: House of Trolls

Amazon Associates Program Termination and Affiliate Risks

Podcaster Jen Briney of "Congressional Dish" had her Amazon Associates account terminated for "incentivizing" purchases by telling listeners that using her links supports the show. Amazon's policy strictly prohibits encouraging users to bookmark links or stating that purchases provide financial support to a site. This highlights the precarious nature of relying on major tech platforms for revenue, as accounts can be closed without appeal or payment of outstanding fees.

10th Anniversary
Episode 976 5:21:05 - 5:23:39

976: 10th Anniversary

Congressional Dish and Tenth Anniversary Listener Milestones

Listeners celebrate ten years of the podcast, with one producer highlighting Jen Briney’s Congressional Dish as an essential companion program. Multiple donors from California and Indiana credit the show's media deconstruction for providing a "sanity check" against the school system and mainstream media.

Putin's Playbook
Episode 931 1:19:40 - 1:22:16

931: Putin's Playbook

Jen Briney, Congressional Dish and iHeartRadio Licensing

Podcaster Jen Briney of "Congressional Dish" reportedly removed her show's theme music and jingles due to licensing restrictions on the iHeartRadio platform. The hosts criticize the move as a compromise of the podcast's identity for the sake of broader distribution. They emphasize the importance of the "Value for Value" model over corporate platform requirements.

Kinetic Kill
Episode 872 2:16:16 - 2:22:41

872: Kinetic Kill

Baron of Guam and No Agenda Book Club

Sir Chad Biderman, the "Baron of Guam," sends a professional letterhead note thanking the show for introducing him to the "Congressional Dish" podcast and the "No Agenda Book Club." He mentions reading "Amusing Ourselves to Death" and "Confessions of an Economic Hitman" as a result of show recommendations. Adam Curry also mentions considering adding Lance Armstrong's podcast to the No Agenda stream.

Wordy Durd
Episode 867 29:51 - 33:15

867: Wordy Durd

Guest Policy, Jennifer Briney and Congressional Dish

The hosts explain their policy of not having guests on the show, citing the logistical and creative downsides. They mention recommending Jennifer Briney of the "Congressional Dish" podcast to NPR leadership, noting that her deep-dive legislative analysis fits the NPR format perfectly despite her use of the "Value for Value" model.

New Mediocre
Episode 713 12:00 - 13:43

713: New Mediocre

Jennifer Briney, Congressional Dish, Oakland Elites

Adam Curry describes meeting Jennifer Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast at the Las Vegas event. He comments on her height and her choice of attire, which he describes as a Japanese schoolgirl outfit. The hosts briefly discuss her residence in a newly developed area of Oakland and her interest in meeting John C. Dvorak for lunch.