Topic: Exit Strategies

The hosts discuss a potential "pullout" strategy for Donald Trump to end the conflict in the Middle East. Trump has expressed frustration with Israel's military decisions, including the destruction of a Qatari gas field. Speculation suggests Trump may cut off military aid, such as Patriot missiles, to demonstrate independence from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

A recurring discussion regarding "exit strategies" for the podcast features a report on a Japanese lingerie company, Wacol, successfully marketing lace underwear for men. The product earned over $28,000 in crowdfunding pledges, leading to a debate on whether such niche fashion trends could have served as a lucrative business pivot for the hosts.

A listener proposed "No Agenda: The Musical" as a potential "exit strategy" and a way to fund a massive meetup at the Las Vegas Sphere. The concept involves musical numbers based on media deconstruction, featuring a cast of recurring characters from the show's lore. While the production costs for the Sphere are estimated at $3 million, the idea of a "Book of Mormon" style hit is presented as a humorous possibility.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 1786 of the No Agenda show from Texas and Silicon Valley. They discuss the origins of their "exit strategy" running gag, tracing it back to their early days at Mevio and Podshow. The concept stems from Silicon Valley lingo regarding IPOs and acquisitions, which they adapted to the realization that podcasts have no traditional exit.

A comedic script depicts a hypothetical exit strategy involving the management of a gentlemen's club. The segment features stage introductions for performers including Tracy, Angel Made, and Lillisa 2. The concept involves transitioning from podcasting to the adult entertainment industry as a retirement plan.

A discussion explores the practice of playing music to whiskey barrels to influence taste through wood vibrations, specifically mentioning Led Zeppelin and Michael Jackson barrels. A related business idea involves selling "No Agenda Water" blessed by virgins, inspired by theories regarding the effect of human intention on water crystals.

The hosts evaluate the Dog Dazer II, a handheld device that emits a 25 kilohertz tone to deter dogs. They debate the feasibility of creating a smartphone app version versus a dedicated high-quality keychain device using a piezo speaker. A potential Kickstarter campaign is proposed as a way to bring a branded version to market.

An analysis of North Korean infrastructure suggests the country is preparing for a massive opening to international tourism to ensure economic survival. The hosts propose a high-end travel business selling $7,000 VIP packages to the Arirang Mass Games. The plan includes chartered flights, luxury yurts, and commemorative challenge coins for wealthy travelers.

Plans are discussed to interview aging figures in the California wine industry, specifically mentioning a 90-year-old importer named Draper. The segment also references "No Agenda" stencils created by a producer named Darren as a potential branding and promotion tool for the show.

A project is proposed to document the history of podcasting in a short "giblet" format rather than a long book. The goal is to secure the top search result on Google for the term "history of podcasting." The narrative would credit Adam Curry and Bob Doyle for their roles in the medium's creation.

A report highlights a Canadian innovator who revived the apple industry by inventing ice cider, an alcoholic drink made from apples frozen on the tree. The hosts suggest launching a "Curry Dvorak Ice Cider" brand to target the millennial market, leveraging their perceived expertise in technology and agriculture.

The hosts propose a "No Agenda TSA Evasion Kit" designed to defeat facial recognition technology. The kit would include third-eye stickers, googly eyeglasses, and "Taliban beards" to confuse biometric sensors. They discuss manufacturing the items cheaply in China for high-margin resale.

A 64-meter "fatberg" discovered in the sewers of Sidmouth, UK, prompts a discussion on improper waste disposal. The hosts brainstorm a business for recyclable or washable toilet wipes and "butt mittens" to address the environmental impact of disposable wet wipes.

The hosts discuss marketing "5G crystals" or armbands that light up in the presence of high-frequency signals. They reference 1990s Chinese street fashion involving LED clothing and suggest using magnetic loops to harvest ambient electricity to power wearable displays.

A strategy for "off-the-grid" (OTG) living involves using a Microsoft Surface Go without LTE to force intentional internet usage. By making connectivity difficult through hotspots and dongles, the user reduces phone distraction. The hosts compare this to the experience of using open-standard Linux phones.

The hosts discuss the technical aspects of balsamic vinegar, including aging processes and specific gravity. They criticize watery versions sold at big-box retailers like Costco and joke about rebranding mediocre vinegar as "Asalmic" as a new business venture.

Mark Riddell, a Harvard graduate, pled guilty in Boston Federal Court for his role in a massive college admissions bribery scheme. Prosecutors revealed he was paid $10,000 per test to manipulate SAT scores for students. The hosts joke about taking exams for money as a retirement plan.

Concerned about the loss of digital memories, the hosts recommend printing physical photos at Costco. They propose "MillennialVault.com," a service that would print and store digital photos for a generation that relies solely on social media platforms like Instagram.

The show acts as an informal job fair, connecting a mainframe computer specialist with a company interested in his skills. The hosts explain their policy of not connecting people directly, requiring listeners to facilitate their own introductions.

The hosts discuss providing live commentary for the Eurovision Song Contest, inspired by the late Terry Wogan. They envision a "Mystery Science Theater 3000" style broadcast with silhouettes over the video feed, ragging on the political voting patterns of participating countries.