4 chapters across the catalog
John C. Dvorak provides an update on his recovery following open-heart surgery, noting a potential new procedure to address a collapsed lung and fluid issues. He recounts a recent trip to Bastrop to visit a friend in prison, which may have exacerbated his physical discomfort. The hosts address critical listener feedback regarding the frequency of health updates on the program.
Tip of the Day, File Type Converter, End of Show Mixes
John's "Tip of the Day" features a comprehensive open-source file type converter hosted on GitHub. The show concludes with a preview of "End of Show Mixes," including a mashup of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Miss South Carolina. The hosts sign off from Texas and Silicon Valley, promising to return on Thursday to continue deconstructing the media.
No Agenda Episode 1500, Value-for-Value Milestone
The hosts celebrate 1,500 episodes and the success of the value-for-value model. They credit the "Time, Talent, and Treasure" of the producers, highlighting the work of Sir Tim on the website and Sir Paul Couture on the show's art. The discussion emphasizes that the show's independent production model allows for a level of creative freedom and community engagement that corporate media cannot replicate.
Immediately following Rand Paul's presidential announcement, a group called "Americans for a Secure and Prosperous America" released attack ads linking him to President Obama's Iran negotiations. The episode concludes with a reminder of the show's schedule and a final "Shaboom" jingle.
