Topic: Salt Lake City

24 chapters across the catalog

Bible Belt Buckle
Episode 1818 2:15:40 - 2:21:35

1818: Bible Belt Buckle

Men’s Alliance, Lost Pines Tribe, Nomadic Steven Moose

A member of the "Men's Alliance" shared details about the organization's training for "barbarian ambassadors for Christ," which involves outdoor workouts and fire-side devotions. Another listener, Nomadic Steven Moose, clarified comments made at a recent meetup and requested "jobs karma" for friends planning to attend Burning Man. The segment highlighted the diverse backgrounds of the listener base, ranging from religious groups to counter-culture festival attendees.

Taproot
Episode 1799 1:19:05 - 1:22:17

1799: Taproot

George Soros, John Solomon, Foreign Component Theory

Investigative reporter John Solomon suggested on Hannity that there may be a "foreign component" to the Charlie Kirk assassination. Sources in the intelligence community are reportedly looking at groups of interest in the Salt Lake City area with ties to overseas activities. This theory is being weighed against other online memes, including those attempting to link the event to Israeli interests.

Java Shack
Episode 1777 1:42:45 - 1:53:51

1777: Java Shack

Pride Flag Bans and Local Resistance in Utah and Idaho

PBS reports on Republican-led efforts in states like Utah, Idaho, and Montana to ban pride flags from public buildings to maintain "neutrality." Salt Lake City Mayor Aaron Mendenhall pushed back by adopting a "Sago Belonging Flag" as an official city emblem to circumvent the state law. Utah Governor Spencer Cox criticized both the "dumb law" and the "dumb flags," urging a focus on the American flag for unity.

Wig Out
Episode 1459 2:13:32 - 2:17:33

1459: Wig Out

Salt Lake City Gun Buyback Program

Salt Lake City Mayor Aaron Mendenhall announced a gun buyback program where citizens can exchange firearms for $50 gift cards with no ID required. The program is intended to reduce gun violence, though critics argue the compensation is insufficient for high-value firearms like AR-15s. Utah lawmakers are also proposing bills to raise the legal age for firearm purchases from 18 to 21.

Trips of Clump
Episode 1438 2:59:22 - 3:00:56

1438: Trips of Clump

Military Medical Teams, Utah Hospitals, COVID Mission

A federal military medical team completed a month-long mission at the University of Utah Hospital to assist with COVID-19 related staffing shortages. The deployment was part of a broader federal approach to address hospital stress, though reporting on the military's involvement in domestic healthcare has been limited.

Booster Blitz
Episode 1408 2:51:02 - 2:53:53

1408: Booster Blitz

Global Producer Credits, Sustaining Donations, International Support

Producers from around the world, including Guatemala, London, and various U.S. states, are recognized for their $50 donations. The segment highlights the importance of "sustaining donations" and the diverse geographic reach of the show's audience. Several birthday wishes and local "knight" updates are included in the roll call.

Thugs on a plane
Episode 1274 2:36:10 - 2:40:59

1274: Thugs on a plane

Knighting of Sir Nick, Upcoming Meetups, Pig Roast

Nikolai Stepanov is officially knighted as "Sir Nick of the Black Forest" in a ceremony involving vanilla and chocolate vla. The hosts announce several upcoming meetups in Salt Lake City, Austin, Oklahoma City, and Anchorage. A notable "pig roast" meetup is scheduled for Sunday in Medford Lakes, New Jersey.

Clip Job
Episode 985 45:27 - 46:43

985: Clip Job

C-SPAN Washington Journal Prank Call

The hosts play a clip from C-SPAN's Washington Journal where a caller named Glenn from Salt Lake City asks a serious question about government spending before pivoting to a vulgar insult directed at the congressman. They discuss the effectiveness of such pranks in breaking the monotonous pace of public affairs programming.

Fear is the Product
Episode 775 1:46:24 - 1:50:16

775: Fear is the Product

Air France Bomb Hoaxes and NSA Surveillance Failure

Two Air France flights were diverted due to bomb threats that turned out to be hoaxes. The hosts question why the NSA's massive surveillance apparatus failed to identify the callers and why the aircraft did not use standard emergency transponder squawks.

VAWG
Episode 760 8:27 - 11:10

760: VAWG

Salt Lake City Meetup, Media Perception of Migrants

A podcast listener meetup in Salt Lake City featured a discussion with an English teacher who works with Middle Eastern migrants. The conversation addressed her initial apprehensions about the show's stance on immigration and Donald Trump, which she had formed based on mainstream media portrayals. The interaction resulted in a shift in her perspective regarding the accuracy of news outlets like NPR.

VAWG
Episode 760 14:54 - 17:41

760: VAWG

Media Matters Criticism, Salt Lake City Campground

The hosts respond to accusations of "Islamophobia" from Media Matters and other critics who categorize the program as a conspiracy theory outlet. Meanwhile, the travel log continues with a report from a Salt Lake City campground before a planned departure for Moab, Utah. The segment highlights the dedication of listeners who travel long distances to attend local meetups.

VAWG
Episode 760 1:04:10 - 1:09:07

760: VAWG

Military and Tech Sector Support, Salt Lake City Meetup

Producers from the Air National Guard and the financial sector contribute to the show, with one listener crediting "pipeline theory" for landing a job at Goldman Sachs. Adam Curry recounts meeting listeners at the Salt Lake City event, including those from the LDS community. The segment reinforces the diverse professional backgrounds of the "No Agenda" producer base.

VAWG
Episode 760 2:41:27 - 2:45:45

760: VAWG

Salt Lake City Meetup Recap, Travel Logistics

Adam Curry recaps the Salt Lake City meetup, which featured a potluck dinner and a diverse group of listeners, including a "nutrition service worker." He details his upcoming travel plans to return home from the "I Love Blondie" tour, with stops planned in Moab and Albuquerque. The segment captures the personal connections made during the live tour events.

VAWG
Episode 760 3:11:20 - 3:14:51

760: VAWG

Final Sign-Off, Thursday Show Preview

The hosts conclude the episode with a final thank you to the Salt Lake City community and a preview of the upcoming Thursday show. Adam Curry will return to his home studio to continue the media deconstruction following the conclusion of his road tour. The episode ends with a montage of listener-requested clips and the show's signature sign-off.

Geopolitical Chernobyl
Episode 759 2:31:07 - 2:36:40

759: Geopolitical Chernobyl

General Petraeus, Syria Chernobyl, and Show Outro

General David Petraeus testified before Congress, using nuclear metaphors to describe Syria as a "geopolitical Chernobyl" that requires a military solution. The hosts criticize the use of these scripted metaphors to drum up support for war. The episode concludes with a "Chiba Chews" report teaser for the next show in Salt Lake City and a series of comedic jingles, including the "Pig" and "Vagina" clips.

iPope
Episode 755 2:46:20 - 2:56:54

755: iPope

I Love Laundry Tour Schedule and Final Sign-off

Adam Curry outlines the upcoming "I Love Laundry" tour schedule, which includes stops in Lubbock, Santa Fe, Colorado Springs, Boulder, Yellowstone, and Salt Lake City. The tour will utilize an Airstream trailer equipped with a Yagi antenna for mobile broadcasting. The episode ends with a final "Adios, mofos" and a montage of show memes.

Tsunami Bomb
Episode 475 1:04:16 - 1:07:38

475: Tsunami Bomb

TSA Handgun Case Incident, Arizona Gun Laws

A listener story describes a traveler being harassed by TSA in Utah over a legally checked handgun case that had been approved in Phoenix. The segment also notes that Arizona concealed carry permits are honored in 37 states.

Swasselnuff
Episode 437 30:07 - 34:30

437: Swasselnuff

Rain Stick History and No Agenda Hot Pockets Tour Wrap

The history of the rain stick is traced to South America, specifically Chile, where it is classified as a percussion instrument. A recap of the "No Agenda Hot Pockets 2009 Tour" notes that while the trip was a financial loss, it allowed for direct engagement with producers across the United States. Producer Sherry Osborne of Salt Lake City is credited with crafting the specific rain stick used by the hosts.

Hillary Doesn't Sweat
Episode 435 8:14 - 14:17

435: Hillary Doesn't Sweat

Salt Lake City Meetup, LDS Faith, White Horse Prophecy

A meetup in Salt Lake City leads to a discussion about the Latter-day Saints (LDS) faith and the "White Horse Prophecy" attributed to Joseph Smith. The prophecy suggests the U.S. Constitution will one day hang by a thread and be saved by a Mormon. The hosts analyze Mitt Romney and Jon Huntsman through this lens and discuss the LDS genealogical database used for posthumous baptisms.

Tripwire
Episode 434 36:35 - 40:49

434: Tripwire

Hot Pockets 2009 Tour, Salt Lake City, Value for Value

The "Hot Pockets 2009 Tour" continues with an upcoming meetup scheduled at Justin Peck's homestead in Salt Lake City. The hosts discuss the financial realities of the "Value for Value" model, noting that automated PayPal subscriptions often lapse after two years, requiring constant listener engagement to sustain the show.