4 chapters across the catalog
The hosts discuss the history of the No Agenda Art Generator and the importance of self-hosting content after losing data when Drop.io was sold to Facebook. They praise "Blue Acorn" for a traditional Memorial Day piece and "Nessworks" for an elaborate Photoshop creation, encouraging producers to continue submitting high-quality artwork.
The Royal Dutch Library has officially begun archiving the No Agenda podcast and its associated show notes and MP3 files. The library contacted the show via email to confirm the preservation of the digital content under the Adam Curry domain. This initiative ensures the long-term availability of the program's historical record in the Netherlands.
The final episode of the David Letterman show prompts a discussion on the poor quality of archival television footage, much of which exists only on degrading VHS or two-inch Ampex tapes. Concerns are raised about the "15 minutes of legacy" for modern humans as digital formats become obsolete. The technical difficulty of maintaining vintage reel-to-reel machines for digitization is highlighted as a crisis for cultural preservation.
Value for Value, Instapaper, and Show Note Preservation
The hosts discuss the "Value for Value" funding model, contrasting the high fees paid to pop stars with the voluntary donations that support the show. They announce plans to use Instapaper to create permanent, searchable archives of their show notes to prevent information from being lost to the "Ministry of Truth." This initiative aims to provide a long-term record of the alternative news sources discussed on the program.
