Topic: Imaging

Donations from Wes Stewart and Matthew Martel are acknowledged, with Martel offering a discount code for his hardware site. Linda Lou Patkin of Image Makers Inc is recognized for her work helping professionals craft resumes that stand out in an AI-driven job market.

Producer Scott Kinney introduces "Bot Commander," a free AI home and business automation system that operates on the Value for Value model. Linda Lou Patkin of Image Makers Inc. also receives a shout-out for her resume-writing services. Adam Curry encourages listeners to support these producer-run businesses that contribute to the No Agenda ecosystem.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta details the case against Meta, alleging the company knew Instagram caused suicidal ideation, eating disorders, and anxiety in teenage girls but chose profit over safety. The prosecution claims Meta's "move fast and break things" culture resulted in the breaking of children's mental health. The segment concludes with a crude host anecdote about eating nuts, which is then turned into a "Fisting Nuts" remix.

The hosts read donations from Associate Executive Producers and promote community-aligned businesses. Manuka Gold honey and Gigawatt Coffee Roasters are highlighted for offering discounts to No Agenda listeners. Other donors mentioned include Linda Lou Patkin of Image Makers Inc, who specializes in resume writing, and various "knights" and "barons" from the No Agenda community across the U.S. and Europe.

Donations from Associate Executive Producers include shoutouts for ENJ Electric in Colorado and Linda Lou Patkin's resume service, Image Makers Inc. The hosts offer advice to a listener's son, Jens, who is testing for a fixed-wing pilot's license. Birthday wishes are sent to Ryan Walters and Jens Mathrie as part of the "Value for Value" acknowledgments.

Sir Hasmaticus II is knighted following a $223 donation. Eli the Coffee Guy from Gigawatt Coffee Roasters is thanked for his $208 donation and offers a 20% discount to listeners with the code "ITM20." Linda Lou Patkin of Image Makers Inc is also recognized for her support and her work in professional resume writing.

The hosts discuss the practical failings of current AI models, such as Grok and Claude, noting they rely on pattern matching rather than actual thought. Examples include AI-generated images where characters reach through glass doors or fail to understand simple objects like an engineer's cap. They compare the current AI hype to the 1950s science fiction film Forbidden Planet.

Sir Daniel Jay Lewis, a prominent figure in the podcasting industry, recalled hearing John C. Dvorak on TWiT in 2005 after iTunes "stole" podcasting. He admitted to initially being on the "wrong side of history" regarding Dvorak's departure from that network. Lewis concluded his note with a reading from Romans 10, emphasizing faith and salvation.

The hosts analyze a CNN report on the Patriot Front marching in Washington D.C. on July 4th. They question the authenticity of the group, suggesting it may be a federal psyop or a left-wing front due to the members wearing masks and the presence of a Getty Images photographer on their Metro car. They highlight discrepancies in the media's reporting, such as claims of Confederate flags that were not visible in the footage, and note the group's manifesto lacks explicit white supremacist language.

A donation from Andrew Snyder leads to a discussion about the health benefits of kale and the importance of podcasting as a historical innovation. The segment includes a cross-promotion for the Tacoma Language Academy's Spanish placement quiz and Linda Lou Patkin’s resume service, Image Makers Inc. The hosts emphasize the value of being bilingual in states like California and Texas.

Listeners promoting their small businesses are featured, including Martell Hardware, Gigawatt Coffee Roasters, and Image Makers Inc. Linda Lubatkin, the "Duchess of Jobs," offers resume services for professionals. Shafina English is thanked for her $200 birthday donation and her long-standing support of the show from San Francisco.

The Milligan family from Elko, Nevada, contributed $1,000 to the show in honor of Bob Milligan's 70th birthday and his recovery from heart surgery. Other major donors included Manuka Gold, Connor Brogan (honoring his father Jeremy), and Linda Lupatkin of Image Makers Inc, who were recognized for their support.

A Stanford study titled "Algorithmic Monocultures in Hiring" reveals that 90% of companies use the same few AI vendors to screen job applicants. These tools often assign a single score to a candidate that persists for up to 330 days across multiple employers, leading to "systemic rejection" where a qualified applicant is automatically blocked by the same algorithm at different firms.

The donation segment continues with contributions from Associate Executive Producers. Matthew Benjamin Clark discusses applying the Value for Value model to his books, while small business owners like Eli the Coffee Guy and Linda Lupatkin promote their services. The hosts offer advice on the V4V model for authors and play requested jingles for the donors.

A series of executive and associate executive producers are thanked, including Sir Secretary General Commodore SX-64, who provided a tip on using a stirrup hoe for weeding. Promotions for Manuka Gold CBD gel and Gigawatt Coffee Roasters are shared with the audience. Adam Curry mentions his upcoming trip to Nashville for the K-Love Music Festival and his plans to broadcast from Tennessee.

Sir Mike the Fortunate reported success using the "Value for Value" model in his residential real estate brokerage in North Carolina, where clients voluntarily paid more than his standard fee. Additionally, Linda Liu, Duchess of Jobs, promoted her executive resume writing services at imagemakersinc.com. The hosts encourage listeners to apply the show's economic principles to their own businesses.

Several producers received peerage elevations and "job karma" during the donation segment. Sand Cat was elevated to the rank of Baroness, while Linda Lepatkin of Image Makers Inc. provided a donation to support professionals seeking career advancement. Other notable contributions came from Business Intelligence Group LLC and Rishi Nakara of Mountain View, California.

The hosts continue reading credits for associate executive producers and supporters who donated $50 or more. This includes business plugs for Gigawatt Coffee Roasters and Image Makers Inc. The segment emphasizes the "value for value" model and thanks the global audience for keeping the show operational during the recent medical emergency.

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.

A discussion on Rh-negative blood explores the theory that it lacks a connection to primate ancestors. Eli the Coffee Guy is knighted as the "Baron of Beans" alongside his wife, Dame Jen. Promotional mentions are made for Kate Dietrich's "John C. Travel Bag" and Linda Lou Patkin's executive resume services at Image Makers Inc.