Topic: Mavericks

A host recounts attending a Wild West-themed murder mystery party hosted by a periodontist named Maverick at a house featuring a private airplane hangar. During the event, the host dressed as "Billy the Bartender" while his wife portrayed "Poker Alice." An encounter with a younger guest revealed a shared connection to the No Agenda program when the guest used show-specific terminology like "op" and "in the morning" while in character.

Producers shared stories of significant financial wagers placed on Donald Trump's election victory, citing the show's deconstruction as a key factor in their confidence. Additionally, producer Leah Rize promoted her children's book, *Maverick a Million*, available on Amazon. The segment included various "karma" requests for jobs, retirement, and general good luck from the listener community.

The recent ejection of a top-tier pilot from an F-35, which continued to fly on autopilot, is analyzed as a potential "op" to promote pilotless aircraft. Parallels were drawn to a scene in *Top Gun: Maverick* where a commander tells Tom Cruise's character that the future of aviation does not include human pilots. The military-industrial complex is seen as moving toward drones to eliminate the high cost and liability of human flight crews.

South Africa is facing a severe infrastructure collapse and civil unrest following the arrest of former President Jacob Zuma. The hosts criticize a New York Times article that attributes the coordination of the unrest to a "disinfo dozen" on social media. They argue that the real cause is years of equity-based hiring and government corruption that degraded the country's power grid.

The upcoming film Top Gun: Maverick reportedly features a plot involving a conflict with Iran and the theft of an Iranian F-14. This cinematic theme mirrors current real-world tensions between the United States and Iran. The discussion references Ricky Gervais's recent criticisms of repetitive Hollywood sequels and unoriginal movie plots.

An independent investigation into the Dallas Mavericks revealed a "pervasive" culture of sexual harassment and workplace misconduct. Owner Mark Cuban issued a public apology, claiming he was unaware of the issues occurring within his organization. The hosts question the sincerity of Cuban's emotional response and his claim of ignorance given his hands-on management style.

Following the death of Senator John McCain at age 81, CBS News aired a retrospective highlighting his military service, time as a POW in Vietnam, and political career. The segment deconstructs the media's use of the "maverick" label, arguing that the quotes used to exemplify this trait were actually standard political platitudes about bipartisanship.

Willamette Week published excerpts from a 2011 police report detailing a woman's claim that Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban sexually assaulted her during a photo op. While no charges were filed at the time, the report includes photos where Cuban's arm appears to be reaching toward the woman's buttocks. The NBA recently fined Cuban $600,000 for comments about "tanking" games.

The Dallas Mavericks organization is under investigation for a hostile workplace environment and rampant sexual misconduct. Owner Mark Cuban, who recently faced a $600,000 fine for comments about "tanking" games, is being scrutinized for his role in the culture. Comparisons are being made to former Clippers owner Donald Sterling, suggesting the NBA may use these allegations to force Cuban to sell the team.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 793 of the No Agenda show from Austin, Texas and Silicon Valley. The hosts discuss a one-hour delay caused by technical glitches and software upgrades. One host describes updating a decade-old production setup with open-source software compatible with OS X Mavericks and a new Behringer MIDI controller.

The hosts open the program from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley, noting a recent illness and the debut of a new portable recording rig. This cutting-edge setup features a Universal Audio duo-core interface, a MacBook Air running OS X Mavericks, and a MIDI-controlled mixer designed to replace a massive analog rack. Despite the investment, the recording is plagued by system freezes and software instability during its first live trial.

Producer Mark Sparrow is recognized for creating the ITM.IM URL shortener specifically for the "Gitmo Nation" community. The new domain "Mavericks of Media" is adopted as a mantra for the show, credited to a listener's suggestion. Long-time artist Randy Asher is also thanked for his contributions to the show's visual identity and the No Agenda Art Generator.

The hosts address listener feedback and promotional requests, including a mention for Barry Finnegan's San Diego real estate website. A debate ensues over the correct pronunciation of the word "realtor," with Dvorak insisting there is no extra vowel. Listener Steven Howard, known as "Autonomizer," receives a "de-douching" and "karma" for his contributions to the No Agenda stream, as the hosts adopt the title "Mavericks of Media."

Joe Biden successfully linked John McCain to George W. Bush more effectively than Barack Obama had in previous encounters. Palin countered this by accusing the Democrats of being "big talkers" who only look to the past. While the "Maverick" label saw diminishing returns in real-time polling, Palin's focus on the financial crisis and greed resonated strongly with the audience.

Joe Biden's repetitive use of the phrase "he's not a maverick because" is criticized as an old-fashioned and staged rhetorical trick. Sarah Palin is again described as a "political animal" and a talented actress who could be a major asset for McCain if properly directed. The hosts suggest her image is one that could resonate deeply with Americans if her "strings" were pulled by the right people.