45 chapters across the catalog
The hosts review the artwork submitted for the episode, noting the return of artist Mike Riley. They discuss various submissions, including a "Puppet Show" piece by Darren O'Neill and a "Smearer Campaign" title. The final selection for the previous episode was "FBI Vodka," chosen for its clean design and relevance to the news cycle.
No Agenda Executive Producers, Hard Drive Archiving
The hosts thank their executive producers and discuss the show's extensive archive of over 12,000 pieces of listener-submitted album art. Dvorak expresses concern about data preservation, sharing his own struggles with managing stacks of old hard drives from his 30-year career. They mention a ban on the term "foamer" in future artwork submissions.
No Agenda Comic Books and Consulting Notebooks
Artist Mike Riley has produced "No Agenda" comic books, which the hosts praise for their quality. They also mention the availability of "Curry Dvorak Consulting Group" notebooks on Amazon, modeled after the show's "Red Book."
Mike Riley Animations and Jeff Bezos Space Flight
Artist Mike Riley created an animation for John C. Dvorak's Substack column about "Space Jerks." The hosts discuss Jeff Bezos' upcoming Blue Origin flight, noting that the New Shepard rocket is equipped with an escape capsule. They mock the billionaire's safety measures and the "weak" nature of having a jettison pod for the launch.
The hosts praise artist Mike Riley for his "zebra with a ripped-off arm" artwork for the previous episode. They discuss the unique perspective of cartoonists and review other submissions from the No Agenda Art Generator, including various depictions of Donald Trump's potential indictment.
Listener Feedback, No Agenda Merchandise, Hoodie Design
A discussion of No Agenda merchandise focuses on a popular hoodie design by artist Mike Riley. The design, which features skulls, is compared to Grateful Dead and Guns N' Roses aesthetics. The hosts also acknowledge a donation from "Sir Anonymous of Dogpatch."
The hosts review listener-submitted episode art, including a piece featuring Sam Bankman-Fried. They also address rumors that Adam Curry is seeking an invitation to Tim Pool's podcast, clarifying that the "request" was actually a misunderstanding of a host's impression of Pool.
Episode 1447 Artwork, Mike Riley, Podcasting 2.0
The artwork for episode 1447 by Mike Riley is reviewed, featuring a "Disinformation Governance" theme. A listener pointed out a small coronavirus "splat" in the image, which the hosts admit they missed. They discuss the use of chapters and curated artwork in modern podcast apps, crediting Dreb Scott for his work on the No Agenda Art Generator.
A four-hour "COVID medley" was produced during the show's hiatus, featuring a retrospective of pandemic-era media clips. Producer Dreb Scott added chapter markers and images for the entire segment, compatible with modern podcast apps. The hosts also discuss recent art submissions and mock the appearance of "platform Crocs" worn by Justin Bieber.
Episode 1419 Artwork and "Stop Karen" Protest Sign
The artwork for episode 1419, created by Mike Riley, featured a monkey theme following a viral news story about escaped lab monkeys. Additionally, a producer named Roundy gained media attention at a protest for a large "Stop Karen" sign made of styrofoam. The hosts discuss the creative contributions of their producers and the ongoing cultural "assault" against independent podcasting.
Episode 1405 Art Selection and Hieronymus Bosch Style
The hosts discuss the album artwork for episode 1405, "No Shields No Deals," created by Mike Riley in the style of Hieronymus Bosch. The intricate, surrealist style of the 15th-century painter is noted for its depictions of "Hell on Earth." The segment also highlights the No Agenda Art Generator and the importance of Podcasting 2.0 chapters for displaying these images in modern podcast apps.
Episode 1370 Art Contest, Nessworks, Cuomo Hand Magic
The hosts review submissions for the Episode 1370 album art contest. The winning piece, "Jab Click Share" by Nessworks, features a parody of cigarette branding. Other notable entries include "Cuomo's Book of Hand Magic" and a "Vax Me Baby" dominatrix-themed piece. The discussion highlights the technical skill of various artists in the "No Agenda" community and the importance of branding in album art.
A "Dame Drive" is launched for "DC Girl" ahead of her 30th birthday. The hosts also promote Mike Riley's new book, available at itsbook.net, which features a blurb from John C. Dvorak. A donation from a former Marine combat engineer leads to a discussion about an upcoming MotoGP meetup in Lockhart, Texas, and the challenges of living in an RV while building a dream home.
The hosts acknowledge the live audience on NoAgendaStream.com and encourage listeners to join the federated social network on NoAgendaSocial.com. Mike Riley is thanked for the "One and Done" gravestone album art for episode 1350. Listeners are directed to Curiocaster.com and other new apps supporting Podcasting 2.0 features.
Episode 1347 Artwork, Podcasting 2.0 Features
Artist Mike Riley provided the artwork for episode 1347, titled "Big Caffeine," featuring a magnetized mouse. Listeners are encouraged to use Podcasting 2.0 compatible apps like AntennaPod to view dynamic artwork, search transcripts, and access chapter links provided via the Podcast Index.
The hosts discuss the growth of No Agenda Social, a federated social network, and the high quality of listener-submitted artwork. Mike Riley's "Ephemeral Experience" was selected as the episode's featured art. The discussion also touches on the "Value for Value" model and the importance of the Podcasting 2.0 initiative in maintaining open standards for the medium.
The artwork for episode 1285, titled "The Davos Douche," was created by Mike Riley in a style reminiscent of Darren O'Neill. The piece features a winking man inside a CBS eye, referencing the CIA and WCIA, where Dana Perino once worked. The selection process for show art is often a point of contention, sometimes delaying the posting of the episode.
The album art for episode 1284, created by Mike Riley, features a llama with lipstick and long eyelashes. The hosts selected this piece for its originality and humorous font, passing over other submissions featuring Mike Pence or Donald Trump. The show title "Eyeballitis" was chosen despite the word not being recognized by standard dictionaries, reflecting the show's unique nomenclature.
The hosts discuss the "Value for Value" model, thanking producers for their time, talent, and treasure. They showcase the latest show art by Mike Riley, titled "Insurrectious," which features a roller derby theme. Curry also mentions discovering a Bitcoin mining operation near Austin and encourages listeners to submit art to the No Agenda Art Generator.
The hosts discuss the "Value for Value" model, thanking Mike Riley for his "No Agenda Street" artwork featuring Elmo with a Molotov cocktail. They defend their practice of changing album art for every episode against critics who claim it hurts their brand. Listeners are encouraged to contribute art, jingles, and information to support the show's independent production.
