Topic: Healthy

The final segment of the donation drive features a "shameless plug" for the Eager To Be Healthy podcast and a promotion for Linda Lou Patkin’s resume service, Image Makers Inc. Adam Curry mentions a call from Hollywood producer Dana Brunetti, who offered assistance for John's recovery. The hosts reiterate the "value for value" model and encourage listeners to support the show through time, talent, or treasure.

The FDA has finalized new standards for "healthy" food labels, the first major change in 30 years. Under the new rules, products like white bread and sugary cereals will no longer qualify for the label. The hosts speculate on how Robert F. Kennedy Jr. might influence these standards if confirmed to a government post.

The FDA has proposed new rules for when manufacturers can use the word "healthy" on food packaging. To qualify, products must contain specific amounts of whole grains, fruits, or vegetables while staying under strict limits for saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars. The criteria are criticized as being easily gamed by processed food manufacturers.

Following a listener's request, the hosts provide information on a yak meat supplier called Del Yaks based in Colorado. They share specific cooking instructions, emphasizing that yak should never be microwaved as it ruins the delicate flavor. The meat should be cooked longer for roasts but faster for steaks, ideally removed from heat at rare to finish at medium-rare.

Federal agents raided the home and office of Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh in relation to her "Healthy Holly" children's book series. Pugh allegedly received $800,000 from organizations doing business with the city, such as Kaiser Permanente and the University of Maryland Medical System, for books that were often never printed or distributed. The hosts compare these book deals to money laundering.

Long-time listener Joe Winky, founder of Healthy Surprise and Jambo Superfoods, is featured. After his original snack box business was disrupted by larger competitors, he transitioned to the CBD industry. He sent the hosts samples of "CBD Muscle Balm," leading to a humorous discussion about foot massages.

Joe Winky, known for "Healthy Surprise," donates $333.33 and is discussed as having moved into the CBD industry. The conversation shifts back to Hillary Clinton's birthday and her past comments regarding the death of Muammar Gaddafi. The hosts replay the "We came, we saw, he died" clip to analyze her reaction.

Adam Curry promotes the new "Numerology Disc" CD and reviews a "Healthy Surprise" snack box. He and Dvorak debate the quality of dried crunchy mangoes and express relief at the absence of kale. Curry also reads a personal note from a listener named Joe suggesting he take time to "deepen his breath" and slow his mind.

A CNN report erroneously suggested that First Lady Michelle Obama "signed into law" the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. This mischaracterization of the legislative process highlights the media's role in inflating the official duties and powers of the First Lady.

A listener's note about the SR-71 Blackbird prompts a discussion about the aircraft's history and the "value-for-value" model of the podcast. The hosts argue that their analysis provides a "thought edge" for listeners, allowing them to prosper financially and mentally by avoiding mainstream media memes. They emphasize that the show promotes a healthier lifestyle by encouraging critical thinking.

The hosts recount a dinner with Joe and Shannon from the subscription service Healthy Surprise, discussing the company's growth and the "Burning Man" aesthetic of the founders. The conversation pivots to a critique of modern grooming trends, specifically the "stubble-ized" beard look popularized by tech figures and celebrities. They also mention the popularity of the Paleo diet among certain demographics in Los Angeles and Austin.

The hosts discuss the "superfoods" trend, noting that Dutch authorities have labeled the term a marketing hoax. They review items from a "Healthy Surprise" box, including pumpkin seeds and raw chocolate, while questioning the scientific validity of "dynamic superfoods."

The hosts discuss receiving "Healthy Surprise" boxes and a specific segment from the TED Radio Hour on NPR featuring Dr. Terry Wahls. Wahls promotes kale as the most nutrient-dense plant for protecting mitochondria and brain cells. The hosts mock the "programming" style of the broadcast and the aggressive promotion of kale as a superfood.

The No Agenda show processed a large volume of listener donations, including a $1,000 contribution from Beth, who was dubbed the "Dame of Baja Arizona." Other significant donors included Joseph Winkie of HealthySurprise.com and various "69.69" contributors. The segment included "karma" requests for medical issues and "douchebag" call-outs requested by producers.

The hosts discuss a gift from Healthy Surprise and the ongoing cultural obsession with kale. They describe the difficulty of cooking kale to an edible texture and speculate that its popularity is driven by a London-based public relations operation. They note that even insects seem to avoid eating the plant.

The hosts thank "Healthy Surprise" for sending snack boxes, though they express a strong dislike for kale chips. The segment turns somber as they fulfill "Fuck Cancer" karma requests for listeners whose family members are battling spinal and lung cancer. They emphasize the importance of maintaining humor during difficult medical treatments.

Technical issues persist as a host struggles with a new microphone, leading to a warning against blowing into diaphragms. The conversation shifts to a story about a woman attempting to introduce kale into French culture. The hosts express strong distaste for the vegetable, dismissing it as a "bill of goods" sold to vegans despite its poor flavor.

The hosts discuss their latest "Healthy Surprise" snack boxes, with Dvorak complaining about the prevalence of kale products. They also mention receiving a bottle of homemade wine from a listener in Washington/Alaska, which Curry plans to share with Miss Mickey.

Joe from Healthy Surprise sends a gift box of snacks and expresses his intention to move his business from California to Austin, Texas. The hosts use this as an opportunity to explain their "value-for-value" funding model, which relies on listener donations rather than traditional advertising. They encourage listeners to join the mailing list and support the show's infrastructure.

A discussion regarding a shipment from Healthy Surprise highlights the labeling of "Coco Roons." The product claims to be raw despite containing California almonds that must be pasteurized by law. The hosts question the logic of how a product remains "raw" after the pasteurization process.