Topic: Knights

The show concludes with a formal knighting ceremony for Sir Joshua Caraballo and the induction of a new member into the Order of the Ant. Listeners are encouraged to visit NoAgendaRings.com for signet rings and commemorative pins. Adam Curry provides a final reminder of the "Value for Value" mission and signs off with his signature "Adios mofos" before the closing music mix.

Avery Allen is knighted as "Sir Avery of Hamilton" following a donation of $1,000 or more. The hosts perform the traditional knighting ceremony, welcoming him to the Round Table. They mention the availability of No Agenda knight rings and certificates of authenticity for those who reach this level of support.

Sir Hasmaticus II is formally inducted into the No Agenda Round Table. The ceremony includes the traditional list of "hookers and blow" and instructions for obtaining a custom Knight ring. The segment concludes with a final list of community birthdays, including Ethan (son of Eli the Coffee Guy).

A small meetup in Hamilton, Ontario, sparked a question about the status of Dvorak's "Vinegar Book." The hosts clarify that it was more of a pamphlet and may be rolled into a future Dvorak family cookbook. Another report from Wilmington, Delaware, featured long-time listeners sharing their grief and appreciation for the show.

The hosts read significant donations and notes from executive producers, including a $1,776 cash donation from Fred Hadley. A lengthy tribute from "Red Knight" in Bismarck, North Dakota, recounts meeting John C. Dvorak at early TWiT recordings and discusses Dvorak's "one-liner" reviews for Apple IIgs games. The segment serves as a memorial to Dvorak's impact on his audience.

Darren and Larry perform a formal knighting ceremony for Danny Haynes, who becomes "Sir Danny Knight of Cumberland County" for his $1,000 donation. They also announce a title change for "Baronet Nobody of New Jersey" and celebrate several birthdays, including the birth of "Miles the Coffee Kid," son of Eli the Coffee Guy.

A listener-produced jingle titled "The War on Chicken" is played, followed by a parody of "Santa Baby" used for the show's knighting ceremony. The hosts discuss the creative contributions of their audience and the "regular donor" culture of the program.

The show continues with a series of knighting ceremonies for high-value donors. Notable entries include Sir Cornelius of Decker Prairie and Sir Ginger Bearer of East Tennessee. Donors from various locations, including Japan and the Netherlands, express how the show provided a "common sense" alternative to corporate media.

Sir David Vance, the Black Knight of Pacific Grove, donated $208.88 while preparing to send his oldest child to college in Estonia. He reflected on 25 years of following John C. Dvorak's work and how the podcast helped him and his wife shape their sons into the men they are today. He thanked the hosts for their 15 years of influence on his family.

BT Dave recalls a 1995 April Fool's article by John C. Dvorak about 2-bit computing that initially fooled him. John Doyle describes discovering the show in 2020 while searching for COVID-19 conspiracies on Google Podcasts. Doyle requests knighthood as the "Knight of the Sweet Old Fashioned" and honors Dvorak's preference for 2018 Costco Cabernet Sauvignon.

A formal knighting ceremony bestows new titles including Baron, Baroness, and Viscount upon various donors. The hosts describe a symbolic "Round Table" feast featuring John C. Dvorak's favorite foods, such as flank steak, basmati rice, and Costco wine, alongside more eccentric items like "peppery ants" and "squeaky cheese." Listeners are directed to a dedicated website for ordering their official rings.

Black Knight Craig Weinberg of Millbank, South Dakota, expressed deep sadness that he and John C. Dvorak never found the time to connect for an interview podcast. Having followed Dvorak since 2009, Weinberg noted that Dvorak's voice had been a constant in his life. He praised the unique combination of media deconstruction and wit that the hosts built together.

Todd Drenth shares how Dvorak gave him personal encouragement when he was starting his own company. He and his wife Carlye, who listen to the show together, request to be knighted as Sir Todd of The Dale and Dame Carlye of The Chicago Skyline.

Listeners describe how the No Agenda show influenced their roles as husbands and fathers, with one producer noting he began listening after Adam Curry appeared on The Joe Rogan Show in 2022. A donor shares a personal story of surviving a "widowmaker" heart attack at age 32, drawing parallels to Dvorak's own health struggles. The segment includes a request for a formal knighthood for a long-time supporter involved with linear accelerators.

The formal knighting ceremony for Dame Rebecca at the Mic and Sir Skibbity of St. Petersburg is conducted. The hosts list the traditional (and humorous) items available at the No Agenda Round Table, such as "Mutton & Mead" and "Hookers & Blow." New knights and dames are directed to NoahJenTheRings.com to claim their signet rings and certificates.

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.

Austin Allen is officially knighted as "Sir Sofa King Pool" after a $200 donation. His request for the No Agenda Roundtable includes Blanton’s bourbon and raw salmon. He shares a health tip about taking magnesium to maintain heart condition, which he learned from John Dvorak. The hosts welcome him to the "Roundtable" and acknowledge other anonymous Bitcoin donations.

The hosts promote the official No Agenda signet rings available for Knights and Dames. They announce that a new shipment of rings has arrived, addressing previous delays caused by the complexity of managing various ring sizes. Listeners who have been waiting for their premiums are encouraged to contact the show's support email.

Sir Donald of the Fire Bottles from Spokane Valley, Washington, is recognized as a Red Knight after a $1,000 donation. Manuka Gold continues its support with a $333.33 donation and a special "FREEDOM" discount code for listeners. The hosts read various notes from producers who have attained "Hollywood credits" through their financial support.

Archduke Kevin McLaughlin of North Carolina reads the opening of the Declaration of Independence as part of his donation note. The hosts conduct a formal "Red Knight" ceremony for Sir Donald of the Fire Bottles, inducting him into the Order of the Heart. Numerous other producers are thanked for their "treasure" contributions.