Topic: South Texas

CNBC released a list of the "10 Worst Places to Live in 2021," which featured predominantly red states like Texas and Arizona. The hosts note that the ranking criteria now include "social justice" and pandemic responses, effectively penalizing states with fewer restrictions. They highlight the omission of South Dakota, which performed well despite having no lockdown measures.

A schedule of upcoming No Agenda meetups is provided, covering locations in New Hampshire, South Carolina, North Carolina, Texas, and Florida. Producers are encouraged to start their own meetups if one is not available nearby. The hosts announce their planned attendance at specific events in Austin on November 18th and Indianapolis on December 4th.

The Biden administration announced the construction of 20 miles of new border wall in South Texas using funds appropriated during the Trump presidency in 2019. President Biden claimed he had no choice but to use the funds due to legal requirements, despite his previous campaign promise not to build another foot of wall. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre defended the move as compliance with the law during a heated exchange with reporter Peter Doocy.

The hosts review a report from a "Cabbage Smash" meetup in Illinois and announce upcoming events in Colorado, Florida, New Hampshire, and Texas. They emphasize that these meetups are entirely producer-supported and essential for community connection.

Several "No Agenda" meetups were announced, including events in Indianapolis, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, and Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. A "Friendsgiving" festival was scheduled for Gladewater, Texas, while other regional gatherings were promoted to encourage listener networking. The hosts emphasized that these meetups are organized by the community to foster face-to-face interaction among "producers."

A humorous dispute involves the Rain Stick Authority (RSA) regarding the proper technique for using a rain stick during the show's opening. The hosts clarify that RSA stands for the Rain Stick Authority rather than the Republic of South Africa. Recent rain in Texas is attributed to the successful, albeit contested, use of the sacred instrument.

Ken Gross is elevated to the rank of Baron of South Felton following his continued financial support. Various producer notes are read, including technical complaints about the website registration process and birthday wishes for family members. A donor from Grapevine, Texas, is called out as a "douchebag" per his own request until his donation-to-hour ratio improves.

Only about 11 states have applied for the federal unemployment funds made available by Trump's executive orders, with Texas and South Dakota notably declining. During the press briefing, Jim Acosta shouted questions about alleged Russian bounties on American soldiers, which is viewed as a setup for Joe Biden's upcoming DNC speech.

A donor is damed as "Dame Pill Pusher of South Texas." Another donor from Pflugerville discusses the "smoke and mirrors" of Agile methodology in his new job. The segment concludes with thanks to Austin Beerworks and the various volunteers who organized the local event.

A major No Agenda meetup is announced for March 2nd at Austin Beer Works. Ross Reynolds, the brewery's ambassador and a listener of the show, is helping organize the event, which has a 250-person capacity. The hosts encourage listeners from surrounding states to attend the gathering, which takes place just before the South by Southwest festival.

The Army Corps of Engineers has begun clearing land in South Texas for the border wall, starting with the National Butterfly Center. Environmentalists and scientists are protesting the destruction of habitat vital to the monarch butterfly and other endangered species like the ocelot. Lawsuits are expected as the construction moves through nature preserves rather than private ranchland.

Austin, Texas experiences its annual rainfall coinciding with the South by Southwest festival. The city's status as a sanctuary city has sparked local protests and a standoff with the Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, who opposes the designation.

Sir Otaku from Northeast Texas donates $222.22 and requests "Mac and Cheese Karma." A donation from Manhattan is made on behalf of Chad Nelson in Boise, Idaho, to grant him an Associate Producer credit. John Helmer donates $200 while traveling between Kansas and South Dakota, requesting a birthday shout-out for his son.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show from Austin, Texas, discussing the rainy weather coinciding with the start of South by Southwest (SXSW). They critique the commercialization of the festival, including high parking fees and corporate parties hosted by companies like Second Market. Curry recounts heckling a CEO about high-frequency trading and meeting a local artist named Johnny Feelgood.

The hosts acknowledge several executive and associate executive producers who provided financial support for the program. Notable donations include a $500 contribution from an anonymous donor in Texas and various amounts from producers in Washington, Florida, South Carolina, and London.