Topic: Knighthood

Donations arrive from around the world, including Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and Kodiak, Alaska. Producers share stories of meeting John C. Dvorak at tech shows in the 1980s and his influence on their worldviews. The hosts perform "de-douching" rituals for first-time donors and acknowledge the profound impact Dvorak had on the "Gitmo Nation" community.

The hosts perform the formal "nounsication" of new Knights and Dames who have donated $1,000 or more. New titles include Sir Matt of the Flight Levels and Dame Ulyani. The ceremony includes the traditional granting of "hookers and blow" (symbolically) and instructions on how to obtain No Agenda signet rings.

Robert Roberts, a timber cruiser working in the Redwoods and across the Pacific Northwest, donated $388.88 to achieve knighthood under the name Sir Tin Man. Roberts described listening to the show while planting over 10 million seedlings and surveying plantations in Oregon and California. Despite financial struggles following a 2020 chronic Lyme disease diagnosis, he contributed to honor the memory of John C. Dvorak.

"Suit and Tie Guy" recalls meeting John C. Dvorak at an Oakland meetup and regrets not asking him about his 1980s work with Jared Taylor. Becca in Roanoke, Virginia, and her husband Brian claim their titles as "Dame Contrary" and "Sir Brian Knight of Drossdelnok." They describe Dvorak as Becca's "spirit animal" due to their similar reactions to news stories.

Listeners from Western Australia, Illinois, and Wisconsin submit donations and personal tributes following the passing of John C. Dvorak. One donor recounts discovering the show during a wedding discussion on geopolitics, while another credits the program with inspiring a new food-related podcast. The segment includes a lighthearted debate regarding whether the host is technically a Boomer or the voice of Generation X.

The episode concludes with more listener notes and donations, including a $1,988 contribution from Byron McCool. Julian Swan credits "No Agenda University" and professors Curry and Dvorak with giving him the courage to speak the truth and lead a ministry. Allison Ostrander shares how the show has become a family tradition, with her children singing the jingles and her husband receiving a knighthood as a gift.

Allison Ostrander donated $1,888 to obtain her knighthood as Dame Allison of House Ostrich, a gesture funded by her father in honor of John C. Dvorak. The donation also covers the "de-douching" of her cousin Erin, bringing her to the "Round Table" as an instant knight. The family describes the podcast as a constant in their lives, with their children even singing along to the show's various jingles.

Allie Jade, now Dame Ali of the Buzzkills, donated $1,052.62 to honor John C. Dvorak's legacy of media deconstruction. She reminisces about classic show eras, including the "burning of Club 33," the Bakelite phone segments, and Dvorak's famous wine tips. Having followed Dvorak from the TWiT network 17 years ago, she expresses a desire to hone the "buzzkill" skills he championed.

Cameron Simpson of Jacksonville, Florida, donated $1,000 and requested the title Sir Renegade of the St. John's River. He expressed surprise at John C. Dvorak's passing, having expected him to recover fully following a recent heart surgery. The note highlights the impact Dvorak's grousing and anecdotes had on the donor's worldview.

Robert Kamianowski donated $388.33, noting that John C. Dvorak was "on his game" until the very end of his final episode. As a truck driver, he requested a playback of the "I love my truck" and "I got ants" jingles, which were favorites of Dvorak. The donation qualifies Kamianowski for knighthood, a status he plans to finalize in a future contribution.

Michael Cottrell, a Canadian producer, donated $288.88 and recalled a famous show incident where he sent an 18-pound box of pennies to the hosts. He reminded the audience that Adam Curry initially feared the heavy package was a bomb, while John C. Dvorak encouraged him to open it on air regardless. Cottrell was officially knighted during this segment.

The hosts conduct a formal knighthood and title change ceremony for high-level donors. New titles include the Baron of South Austin and the Baronet of Saxapahaw. A large group of new Knights and Dames is inducted into the roundtable, followed by instructions on how to claim custom No Agenda rings and certificates of authenticity from the official website.

The hosts conduct a formal knighting ceremony for several high-tier donors, including Sir Jack Ash and Sir Rocka of the Spicy Mountains. They discuss the "roundtable" menu, which includes a specific 1987 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon. Information is provided regarding the official No Agenda signet rings available for knights and dames, which come with a certificate of authenticity and sealing wax.

Eli the Coffee Guy and Linda Lou Patkin provide updates on their respective businesses, Gigawatt Coffee and ImageMakers Inc. A donor from Queensland, Australia, notes the poor exchange rate, where $200 USD equals over $303 AUD. The segment concludes with Jason Chapman achieving knighthood through a "layaway" plan of consistent weekly donations since 2022.

The hosts review the "Antifa Book Club" artwork by Darren O'Neill and discuss the lack of "inspired" art in the current cycle. A formal knighthood ceremony is held for Brendan Flemmer and LP McHenry, granting them titles and access to the "roundtable" perks like "Hookers & Blow" and "Geishas & Sake." New knights are encouraged to provide their ring sizes for official No Agenda signet rings.

Ben Sterling is upgraded to the rank of Viscount, and several new knights are officially brought into the Order of the Heart. The hosts announce a long list of upcoming meetups in locations ranging from Anchorage, Alaska, to Rotterdam, Netherlands. Adam Curry mentions a mini-meetup he attended at Arnold's BBQ in Nashville.

The show celebrates the birthdays of key contributors and inducts new members into the "Order of the Heart." These high-level donors receive custom signet rings and certificates of authenticity, marking their status as "Red Knights" and "Dames" of the round table.

A lengthy segment dedicated to acknowledging financial supporters, reading donor notes, and announcing birthdays. The "Red Knight Order of the Heart" is introduced as a special promotion for high-level donors. The hosts perform a "peerage ceremony" to dub new knights and dames, granting them honorary titles and welcoming them to the "No Agenda Roundtable" in recognition of their significant contributions.

The hosts conduct a formal knighting ceremony for high-tier donors who have contributed $1,000 or more to the program. New knights include Sir Silex of Avon and Sir Heel from the banks of the River Amstel. The segment includes the reading of donor notes, including a hotel stay offer in Amsterdam and various "karma" requests for health and employment.

A listener using the pseudonym Jackson Pollock is knighted as "Sir Exiled Maniac, Kennel Master of the Dutch Shepherds and Belgian Malinois." The ceremony includes a humorous and elaborate note involving fictional scenarios with other show producers. The new knight is invited to the "Round Table" and directed to obtain a certificate and ring to commemorate the title.