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Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak introduce a special "Best Of" edition of the show, noting it is likely the final compilation produced by long-time contributor Ramsey Cain. Cain has moved on to a new job, ending a run of approximately six to ten produced clip shows. The hosts discuss the rarity of taking time off, noting they only do so a few times a year, and invite listeners to provide feedback on the "Best Of" format.
Adam and John conclude the special "Best Of" episode by thanking Ramsey Cain for his years of production work. They announce that the show will return to its regular live format on Sunday, featuring a full deconstruction of the week's media and the final results of the donation vote. The episode ends with a montage of classic show jingles and a final sign-off from the hosts.
No Agenda Transcript Project and Freedom Controller Tools
The hosts highlight the technological achievements of the "No Agenda Transcript Project," which uses AI to allow searchable access to past episodes. They also credit Dave Jones for the creation of the Freedom Controller, a specialized podcast production tool, and thank Ramsey Cain for producing "best-of" content during the vacation hiatus.
No Agenda Episode 1039 Introduction and Donor Recognition
The hosts officially open the donation segment for Episode 1039, thanking the artists and producers who maintain the show's "value-for-value" model. They acknowledge the work of Ramsey Cain in preparing recent specials and begin the process of thanking high-tier donors and executive producers.
The upcoming Thursday episode will feature the final "Best Of" production by Ramsey Cain, who has moved into a new professional role. Cain's contributions have been a staple of the show's archives, and his departure marks the end of an era for these specific curated segments. Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback or pick up the production mantle for future archival releases.
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 985 of the No Agenda podcast, broadcasting from Austin, Texas, and London. The hosts announce a special "best-of" show curated by Sir Ramsey Cain and Sir Fettig. They discuss the evergreen nature of the upcoming clips and the return to regular programming later in the week.
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak introduce episode 889 of the No Agenda show, titled "Celebrating Church and Consumerism." This special Christmas broadcast features a compilation of highlights and "clip blitzes" curated by Sir Ramsey Cain. The hosts explain that while they are taking Christmas Day off, they will return for a live show on the following Thursday and New Year's Day.
No Agenda Show Logistics and Thursday Return
The hosts wrap up the first half of the Christmas special, praising Sir Ramsey Cain's production work. They remind listeners that donations received for the holiday show will be acknowledged during the upcoming Thursday broadcast. They emphasize their commitment to keeping the show under three hours despite the volume of content.
Ramsey Cain is organizing the annual No Agenda Las Vegas meetup on August 6th at the Encore Lobby Bar, coinciding with the Defcon hacker convention. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendacd.com for details on the event and to participate in distributing CDs to convention attendees. The hosts highlight the presence of cybersecurity experts and federal agents at the event.
The hosts showcase artwork for episode 821 created by Martin JJ and discuss the No Agenda Art Generator. They provide practical advice for listeners on how to print and frame show art using affordable IKEA frames, citing a guide previously shared by producer Ramsey Cain. This segment emphasizes the community-driven nature of the show's visual identity.
Ramsey Cain organizes a No Agenda meetup in Las Vegas during Defcon 23 on Saturday, August 8th. The event will take place at the Encore Lobby Bar and Cafe starting at 6 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP via email or Twitter to coordinate shirt sizes for merchandise.
Sir Ramsey Cain provides an update on the production of new No Agenda CDs, requesting patience from listeners who have ordered discs. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak encourage continued support through the show's value-for-value model. They preview the upcoming Sunday episode, which will continue the deconstruction of mainstream media narratives.
The hosts conduct a knighting ceremony for high-tier donors, including "Sir Ass Crack" from Lake Geneva and brothers Steven Fettig and Ramsey Cain. They discuss the logistics of physical CD distribution and the "No Agenda" archive, while acknowledging various producers who have reached the level of knighthood through cumulative donations.
The hosts discuss the recent No Agenda newsletter and the selection of episode artwork by 33 Timbers. They acknowledge listener Ramsey Cain for framing show artwork and discuss the "global intelligence network" of listeners providing information on media figures like LZ Granderson.
The hosts discuss the latest No Agenda newsletter and the selection of episode artwork by 33 Timbers featuring an Ebola survival kit. A listener, Sir Ramsey Cain, is mentioned for framing podcast artwork in his office, and the identity of commentator LZ Granderson is clarified.
A No Agenda meetup is announced for the Defcon conference in Las Vegas, organized by Ramsey Cain. John Dvorak mentions his upcoming 26th wedding anniversary, which he refers to as the "paperclip anniversary," and plans a trip to Washington State and Canada.
Executive producers announced a No Agenda meetup at Def Con 22 in Las Vegas on August 7, 2014. Ramsey Cain and Stephen Fettig are coordinating the distribution of thousands of No Agenda CDs featuring tech reporting and show clips to convention attendees. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendacd.com to access clips for propagating the show's alternative media analysis.
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak introduce Episode 610 of the No Agenda show, noting that it is a special pre-recorded clip show for April 20, 2014. Curry reports from Mexico while Dvorak is in Northern Silicon Valley. They credit producer Ramsey Cain for compiling the segments and explain the format of the episode, which features curated highlights from previous broadcasts.
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak wrap up the first half of the clip show, noting the program's fifth anniversary. Curry discusses his upcoming trip to Mexico and warns about the dangers of local water and dysentery. They direct listeners to their various websites to support the show and prepare for the next live broadcast on Thursday.
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak conclude the special clip show, thanking Ramsey Cain for his production work. They announce their return to live streaming on Thursday for Episode 611. The hosts remind listeners to stay vigilant against suspicious behavior around public facilities and sign off from their respective locations in Mexico and the Pacific Northwest.
