Topic: Novel

Producers share updates on recovering from Hurricane Milton and a group hiking trip in the Smoky Mountains. Additionally, listener Casey Conrad announces the launch of a new graphic novel, "PC Pete and the Brood of Clones," under his company 2Cat Comics.

The hosts paid tribute to ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill, who passed away at age 72. In literary news, author Scott McKenzie is penning a new No Agenda-themed novel titled *The Archivist*, based on the life and stories of John C. Dvorak. The book will be the latest in a series of fictional works inspired by the show's community and themes.

M. Andrew Jones is elevated to the rank of Viscount of America's Mountain. He uses his note to promote his epic high fantasy novel, "Children of the Broken Moon," and shares a story about "I cannot wear a mask" buttons produced and then recalled by a major retailer. Another producer, Sir Otaku, discusses the impact of mass layoffs in the IT industry.

Michael Goodell, an associate executive producer, describes his progress on a dystopian novel about a society taken over by the "public health industrial complex." Another donor, Richard Spasto, writes from Hiroshima, Japan, about his experiences with the show. The hosts discuss technical frustrations with Microsoft Outlook's search functionality and the pronunciation of "chaos."

During a discussion on North Korean human rights, the hosts compare the reported 120,000 North Korean prisoners to the 2.5 million people incarcerated in the United States. One host shares an anecdote about a graphic novel written by an animator who worked in North Korea, noting that the author's first-hand account of the country seemed less dire than the "gulag" narrative presented by NGOs.

Author Sir Scott McKenzie has released a new "No Agenda" themed novel titled "Operation Free-Tard." The story is a cautionary tale about a government crackdown on copyright piracy and the use of Kodi boxes for free streaming. McKenzie's books are noted for incorporating show themes and characters into satirical plots, and they are available via noagendanovels.com.

New European Union regulations on "novel foods" have simplified the process for approving insects for human consumption. Critics suggest this is part of a broader globalist agenda to shift Western diets toward sustainable but culturally unappealing protein sources.

Author Scott McKenzie releases "Red Cell," the third installment in the No Agenda novel series. The book is based on a clip from 2013 and incorporates various show memes, including terrorist attacks on malls and "killer selfie sticks." The hosts encourage listeners to support the work, which is available in paperback and Kindle formats.

Sir Scott McKenzie has published a new No Agenda-themed novel titled "The Boy with Involuntary Social Network Disorder." The book explores a love story between a man addicted to social media and a woman who lives entirely offline, incorporating various show memes and concepts.

Author Scott McKenzie has released a new No Agenda-themed short story titled "Conscience for Sale" on the Amazon Kindle store. The story involves a consultant at the White House dealing with the outsourcing of war decisions. McKenzie is also working on a novel titled "The Boy with Involuntary Social Network Disorder."

Brad Thor's new book, "Hidden Order," focuses on the Federal Reserve, which he claims will be the "next big thing" in public discourse. Thor uses a style he calls "faction," blending real-life surveillance and economic trends into thriller novels. The hosts discuss the history of the "Red Cell" term, noting its origins in testing military base security and its co-option by DHS.

The band "The Noble Liars" from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, contributes to the show while finishing their latest album. John C. Dvorak's son, referred to as "Buzzkill Jr.," releases his first mystery novel, "Hot Diggity Dead," on Amazon Kindle. Dvorak discusses his son's transition from computer chip design to writing.

Producer Scott McKenzie has released a book titled "One Day in Gitmo Nation," available at noagendanovels.com. The hosts also address financial difficulties caused by the Anonymous group's attacks on PayPal, which slowed down donations during the holiday season.

A new novel titled "One Day in Gitmo Nation" by producer Scott McKenzie is announced, which incorporates various memes and themes from the first 243 episodes of the podcast. The book is described as a satirical page-turner featuring topics like the TSA, swine flu, and international trade, with proceeds intended to support the show.

Glenn Beck is heard praising fiction writers as visionaries who are "way ahead of their time," specifically mentioning Tom Clancy. The hosts interpret this as a calculated "engram" to build credibility for Beck's own transition into fiction writing following the success of his recent novel.