Topic: Meetups

A detailed report from a meetup in Spicewood, Texas, features multiple producers paying tribute to John C. Dvorak. The report includes messages from families who have listened to the show for over 15 years. The hosts emphasize that "connection is protection" and list upcoming memorial meetups in Idaho, Georgia, North Carolina, and Canada.

A donor known as the Russian Card Trick Guy contributed $333.33, recalling his meeting with John C. Dvorak at a 2018 Seattle meetup. He shared the difficulty of impressing Dvorak with close-up magic and requested "baby delivery karma" for his second child due in November. The segment includes a "de-douching" ritual, a show tradition for returning donors.

Sir Preston, now the Baron of the Driftless, recalled discovering the show through John C. Dvorak's plugs on the TWiT network. He humorously mentioned that Adam Curry's behavior on air once got him "fired" from ever appearing on TWiT again. Preston praised Dvorak for being exactly the same person in real life as he was on the podcast during local "Wino Meetups."

A donor known as "Nobody of New Jersey" (Jersey James Scott) described using the media deconstruction skills learned from the show to challenge the "Trump Derangement Syndrome" (TDS) narratives of his friends. He committed to continuing the quarterly Central New Jersey meetups to provide a space for sane conversation and everyday news discussion.

"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.

Leo Bravo provides a recorded report from a No Agenda meetup in Southern California, specifically at a home in Angie's neighborhood. Attendees take turns sharing brief messages of remembrance for John C. Dvorak. The report captures the community atmosphere, including mentions of fireworks and local "fan club" jokes.

Sir Canebrake of St. George, Louisiana, reflects on finding the show after John C. Dvorak's departure from the TWiT network. He credits the podcast for introducing him to a community of "wonderful people" at meetups in Texas and Louisiana. Drawing on his Catholic faith, he expresses hope in meeting Dvorak—the man who "put the C in curmudgeon"—in the afterlife.

Ash and Kat from Toronto donated $333.33, noting that the podcast became their primary source for world events during the lockdowns. While Kat was initially hesitant about John C. Dvorak's persona, she eventually embraced his "cranky old curmudgeon" style and now plans to start a local meetup. The couple credited the show for helping them see through mainstream media narratives.

Greg Birch shared a memory from a Seattle meetup where John C. Dvorak suggested everyone pretend to talk on their cell phones for a group photo. Birch, acting as the photographer, captured what he described as a "poignant moment" suggested offhand by Dvorak. He praised Dvorak as a "master of the moment" who will be greatly missed.

Sir Patrick Coble, the Duke of the South, provided a heartfelt audio note detailing his experiences traveling to meetups worldwide. He shared a "core memory" of taking John C. Dvorak and his family to the Sacramento Train Museum to ride the Zephyr. Coble credited Dvorak and Curry with building a "force of nature" community that has resulted in weddings, friendships, and children globally.

Dame Lindsay of the House Hunters shared her disappointment that she would not be able to use her planned "somebody shut that baby up!" line on John C. Dvorak at an upcoming meetup. She and her sister Lauren still plan to attend the Northern Silicon Valley gathering to honor Dvorak by "fisting some nuts" and drinking his recommended Costco wines.

Sir Toast expresses regret for never attending a local meetup to meet Dvorak in person. Dame That Weird Poet jokes about Dvorak deconstructing the narrative of the afterlife. Gary F. and Roger Church reflect on Dvorak's long career spanning PC Magazine and TechTV.

Sir Darius Unity recalls being knighted on the National Mall in 2023 and Dvorak jokingly referring to him as the "next POTUS" due to his peculiar syntax. He expresses deep gratitude for Dvorak calling him a "good man" on air.

Suzuki of Enoshima hopes Dvorak is enjoying "the best mac and cheese ever" in heaven. Baron Bones recalls shaking Dvorak's hand at a Seattle meetup. Dame Rebecca remembers Dvorak affectionately calling her the "VO girl" during a live appearance.

The show highlights the global community built over 19 years, referencing a recent "No Agenda wedding" meetup report. Final donation notes are read from Frankfurt, Auckland, and various North American cities. The hosts reconcile several donations that were one penny short of the $88.87 "88" threshold, with one host jokingly offering to cover the four-cent difference.

Sir Ducifer promotes a major memorial meetup at Crousey Springs in Spicewood, Texas, to celebrate the life of John C. Dvorak. The hosts read an extensive list of upcoming meetups scheduled through November in locations ranging from Bangkok to Amsterdam. The segment emphasizes that meetup attendees serve as "first responders" for one another in times of emergency.

A report from Leo Bravo's 78th meetup in Los Angeles is played, featuring various listeners. The hosts announce upcoming meetups in locations ranging from Spicewood, Texas to Bangkok, Thailand. Producer Dana Brunetti is rumored to attend an upcoming Oakland meetup. The segment also touches on "Gen-AI" as the potential name for the newest generation of children.

Reports from No Agenda meetups in Keller, Texas, and Scottsdale, Arizona, highlight the community aspect of the show. A special report from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, details a wedding between two listeners who met at a previous meetup, reinforcing the show's reputation for fostering "love connections."

Reports from recent No Agenda meetups in East Texas are shared, followed by a schedule of upcoming events in Scottsdale, Dallas, and Charlotte. These gatherings are described as essential for finding one's "tribe" and establishing a network of "first responders" for emergencies. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendameetups.com to find or start local chapters.

The hosts address listener feedback, including a correction regarding Alexander Hamilton's eligibility for the presidency based on the U.S. Constitution's ratification clause. They also review recent show artwork submissions, specifically praising and critiquing pieces by Darren O'Neill. Adam Curry provides an update on his stay in Amsterdam while waiting for the birth of his grandchild.