Topic: Sergeant

Jen from GigaWatt Coffee Roasters submits a tribute to her husband Eli, highlighting his dedication as a father and business owner. The segment also features a message from Sergeant Fred Castaneda, a Vietnam combat veteran, who advocates for a special presidential proclamation to honor Vietnam veterans on Memorial Day. Castaneda shares a historical photo from his service, which the hosts acknowledge with respect.

Governor Tim Walz faces scrutiny over his claims of carrying weapons "in war" and his retirement rank in the National Guard. While Walz served 24 years, critics point out he did not complete the requirements to retire as a Command Sergeant Major, leading to accusations of "stolen valor." Walz defended his phrasing during the CNN interview by attributing errors to poor grammar and his passionate speaking style.

Michael Stenger, the former Senate Sergeant-at-Arms during the January 6th riot, passed away at age 71 just before he was expected to provide more testimony. The hosts find the lack of public fanfare or official tributes for such a high-ranking official suspicious compared to the treatment of other Capitol figures. They note Stenger had previously mentioned the presence of "professional agitators" at the Capitol.

Long-time listener Sergeant Fred Castaneda is knighted as "Sir Frederick the Terrible." Fred, a combat infantryman in Vietnam and an 82nd Airborne paratrooper, submitted an iconic UPI photo of himself crossing a muddy river in 1969. The hosts celebrate his transition to knighthood with a full "Drone Again Naturally" track and a tribute to his service.

A Miami-based mail carrier and Marine Corps veteran, knighted as Sergeant Postal, expressed frustration over the politicization of the U.S. Postal Service. He noted that while postal workers are forced to wear masks, private couriers from FedEx and UPS often do not. Despite changes to overtime policies by the Postmaster General, he remains committed to his role while criticizing the "mental gymnastics" of current public policy.

A new "School From Home" email group is established in West Seattle to discuss alternatives to remote public schooling. Sergeant Fred provides an audio report from a spontaneous meetup in Orange County involving several local podcasters.

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi implemented a mandatory mask policy for all lawmakers and staff on the House floor. Pelosi warned that she has authorized the Sergeant at Arms to remove any member who refuses to comply, citing a violation of chamber decorum. Members are only permitted to remove masks while formally addressing the chamber.

Long-time producer Sergeant Fred, a Vietnam combat veteran, sends a donation and a note from Austin. He requests "baby-making karma" for his daughter and son-in-law. The hosts express their gratitude for his decade of support and acknowledge the health complications he faces due to Agent Orange exposure.

Law enforcement in Alameda County, California, announced that violating the "shelter in place" order is a misdemeanor punishable by fine or imprisonment. Residents received emergency alerts on landlines and cell phones mandating they stay home except for essential needs like groceries or medicine. Dvorak notes that while traffic is light, construction continues and the homeless population in some areas has seemingly been "swept."

The hosts congratulate server architect Void Zero on his recent marriage and his son's birthday. They also acknowledge gifts from Texas Dragon and a book titled "Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome" by Dr. Joy DeGruy sent by an anonymous producer.

Producers from around the world, including Zurich, Switzerland and Edmonton, Alberta, provided financial support for show 1112. Notable donors include Sergeant Postal and Sir Finch. The "No Agenda mental health plan" is praised by donors as superior to pharmaceutical options.

The hosts issue a correction regarding the origin of the "double nickels on the dime" ($55.10) donation amount, attributing it to Tom Boushey in 2010 rather than Sergeant Fred. They also discuss a physical letter and check received from Richard and Delia Moffitt, highlighting the persistence of traditional mail in the digital age of the No Agenda show.

The "Double Nickels on the Dime" ($55.10) donation amount is attributed to the late Sergeant Fred Castaneda, a Vietnam veteran. The hosts also discuss the "6969" donation streak started by a listener in Germany, which became a long-running show segment until the streak was eventually broken. They reflect on how these specific numbers create a sense of community and ritual.

The "Forgotten Jedi" from Ventura, California, is knighted as Sergeant of Arms and Protector of the Roundtable. He jokes about eventually running the FEMA camps he might be sent to. The segment includes a detailed discussion on South American spirits, specifically Cachaça (used in Caipirinhas) and Pisco, and their distinct flavors compared to Caribbean rum.

The hosts thank "Sir Head MOFO in Charge" for sending ASMDSS branded apparel. They read a list of $50 donors and celebrate the birthdays of Delilah O'Malley and Jennifer Rauch. Adam Curry reiterates the "value-for-value" model, thanking the producers for keeping the show independent of advertisers.

The hosts clarify the origin of the "double nickels on the dime" ($55.10) donation amount, attributing it to Sir Tom the Minute Man. They also address why they discontinued the "Minuteman" title to avoid being mistaken for a real-world militia.

Adam Curry discusses his decision to skip a podcasting convention in Texas to attend his family reunion. He plays a clip from the event where "Sergeant Fred," a No Agenda producer, shouted "In the morning!" during a keynote speech by Gary Leland. The hosts celebrate this "cheap publicity" and the propagation of the show's catchphrases in the wider podcasting community.

Donations are recognized from listeners in Croatia and Alabama. Adam Curry describes a unique package from "Sergeant Fred" that included the movie "La Cucaracha" and $55.10 in cash (double nickels on a dime) hidden between business cards. The hosts also acknowledge a donor with "block letter script" handwriting from Illinois.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show by correcting the year to 2014. They discuss the recent Podcast Awards where Sergeant Fred represented the show by shouting "In the morning!" during the ceremony. Todd Cochran, the organizer of the awards, is mentioned regarding the lack of a "Best Podcast in the Universe" category.

A discussion regarding the upcoming Podcast Awards features a representative named Sergeant Fred, a Vietnam veteran. The likelihood of winning is dismissed due to the show's independent nature and its focus on deconstructing government bills, which often leads mainstream observers to label the content as conspiracy theory.