4 chapters across the catalog
Major donors are recognized, including Anthony Laferla and Charles from Faro Life, who sent a donation along with his "face food" lard cream. Another producer, Matt Snyder, credited the show for recommending Jacques Ellul's book on propaganda, which he found highly valuable.
Charles Mayfield of Farrow Life contributes $500 and offers a discount to the No Agenda community for his lard-based skincare products. Mayfield explains how he discovered the healing properties of lard after a severe sunburn on his hemp farm. The hosts also acknowledge donations from Sir Luke, Robert Ryan, and Jesus Vera, who requested Al Sharpton jingles.
Adam Curry discusses receiving glass gifts from Texas Hot Glass and introduces a product called "Smart Lard" (Pharaoh.life). He claims the lard-and-tallow-based cream significantly improved his "crepe skin" on his neck. He promises to send some to John Dvorak, despite the product being marketed primarily to women.
Lard Health Benefits, Beef Kidney Fat, French Fry Chemistry
John C. Dvorak discusses a Slate article regarding the return of lard as a health-conscious cooking fat. He details the chemistry of rendering beef kidney fat, explaining its high smoke point and specific heat properties. Dvorak recounts a personal experiment with deep-frying french fries and chicken in rendered lard, ultimately expressing disappointment with the oily coating it left.
