Topic: Preparation

5 chapters across the catalog

Inflation Demon
Episode 1395

1395: Inflation Demon

Tucker Carlson, Show Preparation and No Agenda Crossover

A Hollywood executive visiting the Texas Hill Country shared insights into the daily preparation routine of Fox News host Tucker Carlson. Carlson reportedly spends his mornings in a sauna reviewing text messages from global sources before directing his producers on segment topics. The process suggests potential overlap with the No Agenda production model, leading to speculation that some of Carlson's writers or producers may be influenced by the show's content.

Micro Livestock
Episode 1004 1:12:47 - 1:16:03

1004: Micro Livestock

Halal Butcher Practices and Fresh Poultry

A detailed description of a halal butcher in Oakland explains the process of selecting live poultry, such as chickens and geese, for immediate slaughter. The hosts discuss the culinary necessity of "hanging" or aging fresh-killed birds in a refrigerator for several days before cooking to ensure proper texture.

Grapes the Size of Little Oranges
Episode 25 24:14 - 25:42

25: Grapes the Size of Little Oranges

Broadcasting Preparation, Fresh and Easy Supermarkets

The hosts discuss the "No Agenda" philosophy, noting that over-preparing for segments can suck the life out of a broadcast. They reflect on a previous discussion about Fresh and Easy supermarkets where Adam Curry felt he had read too much material, making the segment feel less spontaneous.

Vasectomies and The Fountain of Youth
Episode 23 42:34 - 44:24

23: Vasectomies and The Fountain of Youth

Cooking Beef Tongue, Recipe Malfunctions

John C. Dvorak recounts a failed attempt to cook a beef tongue purchased from a Chinese butcher, noting that his initial cooking time of 75 minutes was insufficient for the tough meat. After realizing the error, he ended up cooking it for an additional ten hours. He plans to refine the recipe using a tongue from a whole animal in the future.