Topic: Small Donations

The episode concluded with a formal knighting ceremony for Eric Anderson and Jeff Hunt, who were recognized for their long-term support of the show. A final list of donors from across the U.S. and Canada was read, including several "Barons" and "Dukes" within the No Agenda community. The hosts expressed their gratitude for the financial support that allows the show to remain independent and ad-free.

The long-running "small boob" donation streak by Kevin McLaughlin came to an end with a final contribution. The hosts also review Dave Chappelle’s latest Netflix special, praising the opening but criticizing the ending as weak compared to his previous work.

Kevin McLaughlin contributed $80.08 (a "boob number") and shared a public service announcement about reducing holiday stress. A long list of "small batch" donors (contributing under $50) is acknowledged. The hosts reiterate that the show relies entirely on listener support and offer various ways to donate, including sustaining monthly contributions.

The hosts read through a list of smaller donations, noting the relative failure of the "Bay Week" promotion. Several listeners are "de-douched" after making up for missed donations, and various personal milestones and birthdays are acknowledged.

A diverse group of producers from locations such as Mantee, Utah, and Vancouver, Washington, contributed to the show's latest episode. These donors include small business owners like those from Top Notch Heating and Air, who support the show's independent model. The hosts acknowledge that while January is typically a slow month for donations, the global community continues to sustain the program.

The hosts discuss how small businesses that support the show, such as No Agenda Shop or the "phone guy," can technically account for their donations as advertising. While the show does not take traditional advertisers, the mentions and notes read on air provide a similar benefit. This allows businesses to support the "value for value" model while managing their own accounting.

A producer from the UK reports a shift in media strategy from reporting "cases" to "daily deaths" to maintain public fear levels. Meanwhile, Michael Drabik of Liberty Road Design seeks support from the No Agenda community for his new print-on-demand business featuring political slogans. The hosts encourage listeners to use No Agenda Social to network and support fellow producers' businesses.

The hosts read a series of smaller donations, including one from a fifth-generation rancher in North Dakota. A humorous exchange involves a "cure for the scrummet" using CBD oil from Lavender Blossoms. They acknowledge various donors from London, Wisconsin, and Alberta.

The "For the People Act of 2019" (HR1) includes a provision for a 6-to-1 federal match on political donations under $200. Critics argue this system is a "scam" that primarily benefits media companies by inflating the total pool of money available for advertising buys. By splitting large sums into multiple small donations, candidates can significantly multiply their campaign funds using taxpayer money.

The hosts acknowledge several associate executive producers and grant "karma" for various requests, including job searches and small business success. Contributions from listeners in Minnesota, Virginia, and Australia are highlighted as part of the show's global support network.

An anonymous donor from Massachusetts shares that he is donating despite being 57 and recently laid off, emphasizing the importance of the "value-for-value" model. The hosts discuss the difficult job market for older workers and the trend toward part-time employment. They also thank various small business owners, including the "Doon Buggy Golf Carts" guy, for their continued support.

The hosts credit executive producers, including "Atomic" Rod Adams, who discusses the benefits of small modular reactor (SMR) designs. Adams argues that public fear of nuclear energy is fueled by the hydrocarbon industry. The segment transitions into a discussion of the show's value-for-value model and the effort required to monitor multiple news streams.