Topic: Irc Chat

4 chapters across the catalog

Adam's Storytime
Episode 1337 12:31 - 15:35

1337: Adam's Storytime

MSNBC Launch, Tom Brokaw Interviewing Bill Clinton

The launch of MSNBC involved a technical collaboration to implement a robust chat system based on IRC technology. During the opening day, Tom Brokaw interviewed President Bill Clinton, demonstrating elite broadcasting skills. Brokaw managed to maintain a complex dialogue while simultaneously receiving timing cues and commercial break instructions through his earpiece.

Curtain Wranglers
Episode 1241 1:35:23 - 1:37:35

1241: Curtain Wranglers

No Agenda Stream, Trolls and Groningen AM Broadcast

The No Agenda Show is now being broadcast live on 1435 AM in Groningen, Netherlands. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendastream.com for live shows and IRC chat with the "trolls." The hosts noted that the community is feeling a mix of anger and fatigue due to the ongoing lockdowns but continues to support the value-for-value model.

200.8 Re-Redux
Episode 850 7:53 - 13:10

850: 200.8 Re-Redux

Podcast Production Workflow, Chat Room Integration and Signal-to-Noise

Adam Curry describes the technical complexity of producing the show as a "one-man band," managing clips, audio levels, and a real-time IRC chat room. He compares his ability to filter information from the scrolling chat to "neural network recognition," a concept he learned from a CIA associate. Curry emphasizes that the chat room is integrated into his workflow, though he occasionally has to step away when the "signal-to-noise" ratio becomes distracting or negative.

The Heroin Boot And You
Episode 163 15:15 - 17:52

163: The Heroin Boot And You

No Agenda iPhone Apps, Apple Store Rejection Policies

A new No Agenda iPhone application was recently submitted to the iTunes store but faced rejection regarding its description of revenue sharing. Apple reportedly prohibits developers from stating that a portion of proceeds will be donated to specific programs or charities to avoid administrative burdens. The app features the ability to participate in IRC chat rooms while simultaneously streaming audio in the background.