Topic: Drupal

18 chapters across the catalog

Sweet Seventeen
Episode 1707 1:28:46 - 1:37:53

1707: Sweet Seventeen

No Agenda Community, 17 Years of Value for Value

Adam and John reflect on 17 years of the "Value for Value" model, thanking the developers, artists, and trolls who sustain the show's infrastructure. They highlight the importance of consistent scheduling and newsletters, while acknowledging the work of artists like Tante Neel and the technical contributions of Sir Paul Couture.

Fat Leonard
Episode 1618 2:28:58 - 2:32:45

1618: Fat Leonard

Sir Paul Couture Upgrades No Agenda Art Generator

Sir Paul Couture provided a major upgrade to the No Agenda Art Generator website, implementing a modern "headless" architecture and enhanced metadata for artist profiles. The site now hosts over 31,000 images from 1,400 artists, serving as a premier example of the "talent" aspect of the Value for Value model.

The Nurge
Episode 1469 1:45:17 - 1:48:23

1469: The Nurge

Paul Couture, Laravel 9 Database Migration

Sir Paul Couture is redeveloping the No Agenda database from the ground up using the Laravel 9 framework. The project moves away from Drupal, which Couture previously criticized for its developer community's social justice focus. The update aims to modernize the site's infrastructure and search capabilities.

Seat Warmer
Episode 1427 1:30:09 - 1:34:52

1427: Seat Warmer

Art Generators and RSS Feed Technicalities

The history of the No Agenda art generator is traced from Drupal and Drop.io to its current iteration maintained by Sir Paul Couture. Technical hurdles with Apple Podcasts' RSS requirements are discussed, specifically the mandate for 2000x2000 pixel images.

Replacists
Episode 1161 1:14:08 - 1:22:09

1161: Replacists

No Agenda Art Generator, Drupal Maintenance, Episode 1160 Artwork

The hosts discuss the artwork for episode 1160, "Vat Camel," created by Darren O'Neill, which featured a Muppet-style Bernie Sanders. A call for help was issued to the audience for a Drupal expert to maintain the No Agenda Art Generator website, as the current volunteer, Sir Paul Couture, seeks to transition out of the role.

Chow Hound
Episode 948 1:06:40 - 1:10:06

948: Chow Hound

No Agenda Art, Technical Infrastructure Updates

The No Agenda Art Generator, a Drupal-based system hosting nearly 10,000 images, is facing technical decay and requires a new maintainer to assist Sir Paul Katori. Additionally, the No Agenda Social Mastodon server is being migrated to a Docker-based hosting environment to manage its 68 gigabytes of data more efficiently. These infrastructure updates are necessary to sustain the show's independent digital presence.

Toxic Speech
Episode 744 57:10 - 59:37

744: Toxic Speech

No Agenda Art Generator, Paul Couture

The No Agenda Art Generator, coded by Sir Paul Couture using Drupal, serves as the hub for listener-submitted episode artwork. The process allows live-stream viewers to submit designs in real-time during the broadcast. The hosts discuss the high quality of recent submissions and the technical backend of the site.

Sir London Foley Presents
Episode 678 1:11:08 - 1:13:56

678: Sir London Foley Presents

Show Production, Thursday Episode Promotion

The hosts discuss the technical challenges of maintaining their website infrastructure, specifically issues with "headless Drupal" and RSS feeds. They encourage listeners to support the upcoming Thursday show and emphasize the "Value for Value" model as the primary means of sustaining the program's independent reporting.

Strategic Patience
Episode 669 1:07:10 - 1:10:17

669: Strategic Patience

No Agenda Value-for-Value and Studio Anecdotes

The hosts discuss the value-for-value model and thank Nick The Rat for the episode artwork. They share a story about Sir Gene assisting with lighting during a photoshoot at the studio, highlighting the community-driven nature of the production.

Slavery Enrollment Month
Episode 666 1:15:30 - 1:26:21

666: Slavery Enrollment Month

Executive Producer Donations and New Website Launch

The hosts acknowledge significant donations from producers in New Zealand and Cincinnati, including two $1,000 "Instant Knight" contributions. They also discuss the launch of the new No Agenda website, built using Drupal by Sir Paul Couture. Technical details of the site and its maintenance are mentioned alongside the "Value for Value" funding model.

Festival of Corruption
Episode 570 1:20:55 - 1:26:01

570: Festival of Corruption

Cultural Marxism in Tech, Banning Master-Slave Terminology

The hosts discuss the movement in the tech industry, specifically within the Drupal community, to replace the terms "master" and "slave" with "client-server" due to political correctness. They also touch on the removal of classic literature like Huckleberry Finn from school curricula because of its historical language.

Episode 451 1:44:10 - 1:52:03

451: Mass of Tax Nuts

Fifth Anniversary Donations and Wireless SSID Propagation

As the show approaches its fifth anniversary, producers send in celebratory donations. One producer suggests a "PR propagation" tactic where listeners rename their home and work wireless SSIDs to "noagendashow.com" with the password "inthemorning." The hosts also discuss upcoming amateur radio (HAM) tests and acknowledge a Drupal developer's newsletter.

"Hunker Down"
Episode 334 1:30:52 - 1:36:40

334: "Hunker Down"

Value for Value Model and No Agenda Merchandise

The hosts discuss the "Value for Value" funding model, urging regular listeners to contribute the cost of a movie ticket to keep the show running. Resources like NoAgendaNation.com and the show's archives are promoted as tools for new listeners to understand the program's history. New merchandise is highlighted, specifically the "Slave" T-shirt featuring a barcode, available through the community-run store.

Pap Schmear
Episode 278 2:04:52 - 2:09:05

278: Pap Schmear

White House Source Code and DNA Spray Surveillance

The White House has released the source code for its website, which was built using the Drupal platform at a reported cost of $18 million. In Rotterdam, local authorities have begun installing "DNA spray" systems in shopping districts to deter robberies. The system sprays an invisible, synthetic DNA liquid on suspects that remains on skin and clothing for long periods, allowing police to link individuals to crime scenes using UV light.

Just Hiking
Episode 237 13:29 - 16:51

237: Just Hiking

Dame Adriana K. Cain-Couture Knighting and Wedding Anniversary

Sir Paul Couture donates to the show to celebrate his wedding anniversary and secure a damehood for his wife, Adriana K. Cain-Couture. The hosts discuss the progress of the 10-10-10 No Agenda coin sales, noting that 472 of 500 have been sold. A lighthearted attempt is made to pronounce Adriana's full American Indian name.

The WOCU Show
Episode 145 34:36 - 38:45

145: The WOCU Show

Recovery.gov Platform Switch, Drupal to SharePoint

The federal government's Recovery.gov website transitioned from the open-source Drupal platform to Microsoft SharePoint, costing millions in licensing and implementation. Officials claimed the switch was necessary to improve data visualization and tracking of stimulus funds. Critics argue that Drupal was capable of the same tasks and that the move was an unnecessary payout to Microsoft.

The Vivek Kundra "Hollow" Deck
Episode 121 46:00 - 51:35

121: The Vivek Kundra "Hollow" Deck

Recovery.gov Drupal Implementation, $18 Million Website Cost

The recovery.gov website is confirmed to be running on the open-source Drupal platform. Critics question the $18 million price tag for a site built with free software, comparing it to the much lower costs of government websites in Germany. The development team defends the choice, stating Drupal allowed for rapid deployment and future scalability for dynamic data.