Topic: Foley

A technical flaw in streaming boxes like Roku causes 5.1 surround sound to downmix poorly into stereo, resulting in quiet dialogue. The hosts propose a "Foley Box" or a dedicated DSP (Digital Signal Processing) device to fix audio levels for home television users.

A demonstration of a "thunder and lightning box" sound effect device highlights the traditional radio production techniques used on the show. The hosts discuss the mechanics of the spring-loaded drum head used to create atmospheric sounds. The segment transitions into the final wrap-up of the episode.

A debate occurs regarding whether a host wore Crocs or Sketchers to a social gathering at David Foley's house. One party claims pictorial evidence of "Croc-like structures," while the other insists they were rubber Sketchers from 15 years ago.

The show acknowledges high-tier donations from the Baron of Backwardation and Contango ($1,111.11) and DH Slammer ($465.33). DH Slammer is elevated to the rank of Viscount of the Central California Coast. Other significant contributors include Grand Duke David Foley and Baron Jim Bobway. The hosts discuss the "value for value" model and the peerage system of the No Agenda show.

The hosts conduct the "Value for Value" segment, acknowledging significant financial contributions from the listener community. Notable donations include $1,015 from Dame Rhonda Pyburn to knight her husband, Tom, and a $414.95 contribution from Grand Duke David Foley. The segment features the traditional knighting ceremony, including the reading of personalized notes and the granting of honorary titles within the "No Agenda Roundtable."

A technical explanation reveals how specific radio sound effects are created using a "thunder device" and a collection of tin cans. The process involves talking into a bucket-like apparatus and shaking cans to produce a layered, echoey metallic sound used during the broadcast.

A donor's attempt to call out a fellow producer as a "douchebag" over a football rivalry between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears led to a policy clarification. The hosts reiterated that the show does not facilitate "douchebag call-outs" based on sports team preferences. They noted that professional athletes, including those on the Packers, likely do not listen to the program.

A series of birthday wishes are extended to members of the No Agenda community and their children. Notable mentions include John Vogel, Paisley Do, and London Foley, who celebrated her 12th birthday. The hosts acknowledge the personal milestones of listeners as part of the show's community-building tradition.

Tony Cabrera of noagendashop.com provided a donation of $442.89, representing a portion of the shop's profits. New titles are granted, including Grand Duke David Foley and Sir Uncle Dave Drew, Knight of the One-Armed Bandits. Drew, who works in the slot machine industry in Henderson, Nevada, requested the full "Let's Get Social" song to celebrate his knighthood.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show discussing the timing of St. Patrick's Day and local parades. They banter about spin class habits and the upcoming party at the home of Grand Duke David Foley. Adam warns John to be polite when meeting his partner, Tina, for the first time this Saturday.

The hosts highlight CallClooney.org, a website dedicated to providing detailed summaries of every No Agenda episode. Adam Curry prepares for a trip to San Jose to broadcast the upcoming Sunday show from the home of David Foley.

A PBS report features Diane Foley, mother of slain journalist James Foley, criticizing the U.S. government's initial response to her son's kidnapping. In response, the administration is creating new positions, including a State Department envoy and an intelligence issue manager. The hosts argue this is an unnecessary expansion of government bureaucracy rather than a fix for existing leadership failures.

The hosts read a donation from Grand Duke David Foley and discuss the cultural origins of the phrase "Am I my brother's keeper," linking it to the 1991 film *New Jack City*. A listener also writes in about Stonehenge, noting that recently discovered burial mounds are precisely 33 meters in length, connecting the "magic number" to ancient history.

Adam Curry points out that a "real" video of the Iron Dome system operating at night appears to have "sweetened" audio. He identifies repetitive, artificial "pew-pew" and shotgun sound effects used to represent missile launches and interceptions. The hosts argue this proves the footage is a produced sales pitch intended to sell the multi-billion dollar system to other nations.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show discussing a planned trip to Las Vegas for the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) convention. They express confidence in winning a write-in vote for the Podcast Awards in the comedy category. The hosts also mention visiting a contact named Foley to discuss UltraFlix 4K television technology.

The hosts discuss the marketing of 4K and Ultra HD televisions, noting that Grand Duke David Foley's company, UltraFlix, received an award at CES. Adam Curry then shares a detailed story about his positive experiences getting pedicures at high-end salons in Austin, describing the relaxation and foot massages involved.

The donation segment continues with thanks to Sir Metal Mike and Grand Duke David Foley. Foley is promoting a Christmas EDM album titled "Deck the House," with proceeds going to the show. The hosts discuss Foley's background as a radio professional and club DJ.

A discussion on U.S. hostage policy examines the refusal to pay ransoms to terrorist groups like ISIL. The segment contrasts the official ban on ransoms with the "gray area" of paying for information and poses a hypothetical question about the government's response if Bill Gates were kidnapped.

The hosts acknowledge financial contributions from executive producers to celebrate the show's seventh anniversary. Notable donations include $777.77 from David Foley for his son London's knighthood and $700 from Justin Hilton. The segment includes personal anecdotes about listener interactions, the "Craisins" meme, and the benefits of Dutch cheese versus French cheese.

The hosts acknowledge major donations from Mark Workman, David Foley, and the Viscountess of Tokyo, Dame Astrid. Workman is granted the title of Baronet of Galt's Gulch, while David Foley is recognized as a Grand Duke. Dame Astrid's note about the "sawing" sound clip in the show leads to a humorous discussion about the show's recurring audio memes.