Topic: Qsl

The mystery of the "Federation of Planets" letterhead used by a regular donor is discussed, confirming it uses Star Trek iconography. Additionally, the meaning of ham radio codes "73" (greetings) and "88" (hugs and kisses) is explained for the audience.

The hosts read a long list of donations from Associate Executive Producers, including a "double boob" donation and a contribution funded by credit card cash-back rewards. The segment covers listener notes about working out to the show and "hitting roommates in the mouth" (donating). Discussion includes the technical impossibility of a "donors-only" RSS feed and the art of ham radio QSL cards.

The final round of major year-end donations is processed, featuring listeners from Rochester, San Jose, and Virginia. One host discusses his ham radio setup using FL Digi software and his QSL cards. The segment concludes with a "jobs karma" ritual for a donor in Richmond, Virginia, and a celebration of the "Value for Value" funding model.

The traditions of amateur radio are explored, specifically the exchange of QSL cards to confirm radio contacts (QSOs). The hosts discuss the aesthetics of classic cards and announce plans to create limited-edition No Agenda QSL cards for listeners who interact with them on the D-Star reflector.

The hosts read a series of donations and notes from listeners, including a $100 gift from "John Smith" and a $77.77 donation from John Donovan. They discuss ham radio QSL cards and the "value for value" model. The segment concludes with a formal knighthood ceremony for Jan Dubroka.

The hosts process various donations from associate executive producers, including Andrew Lassemany and Wade Demme. Promotions include a novel titled "The End of Marvelous" by Mandrew Jones and a recommendation for Marty Leeds' work on numerology. The segment concludes with a discussion on creating No Agenda QSL cards for listeners.