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Samuel Barrett is officially knighted as "Sir Sammy B of the Eastern Skies" following a donation of $1,000. The ceremony includes the traditional reading of the "Hookers & Blow" menu and the granting of a No Agenda signet ring and wax seal. The hosts discuss the importance of these traditions in building the "No Agenda Nation" community and recognizing significant financial support.
The hosts celebrate the 1700th episode by launching a special promotion for the "Commodore" rank. Listeners are encouraged to visit NoAgendaRings.com to claim their titles. They emphasize the "Value for Value" model, thanking the producers who provide the time, talent, and treasure necessary to keep the show running without traditional advertising.
The hosts mock a trend from the "Podcast Movement" conference where a podcaster uses a CO2 monitor to stop interviews when air quality drops. They then conduct a formal knighting ceremony for "Sir Knight Z" and "Sir Loin of Winterhaven," offering the traditional "hookers and blow" (jingle) and promoting No Agenda rings.
Dilbert creator Scott Adams endorsed the show on his Periscope broadcast, leading to an influx of new listeners. Additionally, the No Agenda Christmas album by Sir Chris Wilson remains available for the holiday season, featuring the "Ring Doorbell Hack" track.
Christopher Dolan and James Catman Donations, Knee Replacement Recovery
Donors Christopher Dolan and James Catman contribute to the show, with Catman discussing his recovery from a total knee replacement. Catman expresses his reliance on the show's analysis to navigate a "contrary" post-election news cycle and mentions ordering a No Agenda ring.
The final knighting ceremony for the episode honors "Sir Snozzages of Suwannee," "Sir Doom Liberator of the Hennepin Slaves," and "Sir Anonymous of the ADF." Each knight is granted the traditional "Hookers and Blow" proclamation for their $1,000+ contributions. The hosts remind the new knights to claim their signet rings and certificates.
Knighting Ceremony for Sir James of Ice and Sand
James Cates is officially knighted as "Sir James of the Ice and Sand" after reaching the $1,000 donation threshold. The hosts perform the traditional ceremony, offering a list of humorous rewards such as "Hookers & Molly" and "Mutton in Mead." They also discuss the logistics of ordering more knight rings and the upcoming "podcast license" requirement.
