Topic: Stroopwafel

A photographic report from a No Agenda meetup in Tokyo describes a gathering at the Idle Beer Bar. The event featured international guests and the sampling of imported stroopwafels. The hosts discuss the unique beer names mentioned in the report, such as "Fat Tug," and express interest in the vibrant Japanese meetup scene.

Jason Calacanis of the *All In* podcast credits Adam Curry for the "Value-for-Value" concept and discusses his own history in tech media. The segment transitions to the weekly album art competition, where Darren O'Neill's "No Agenda Bakery" stroopwafel design won for Episode 1729. The hosts debate the proper Dutch method of eating a stroopwafel, which involves softening it over a hot cup of coffee.

The knighting ceremony begins with donations from producers in New York, Alaska, and California. A new knight from the Netherlands, "Celtic Knight of the Flatterlands," is introduced, leading to a discussion about Indonesian spices (sambal) and the proper way to eat a Dutch stroopwafel.

A formal knighthood ceremony is held for Sir Patrick, Knight of the 30 Meter Band, and Dame Tamios of Bricky Hill. The ceremony includes the traditional reading of the "Hookers and Blow" list and a discussion of Dutch treats like stroopwafels. Additionally, the hosts play new musical versions of the "Gitmo National Anthem," including a rock version and a classical piano rendition by Millennial Mel.

A listener from Holland sent a care package of traditional Dutch Christmas treats, prompting a discussion on stroopwafels, pepernoten, and Sinterklaas traditions. The hosts joke that many Dutch holiday foods are essentially different forms of "stale bread." They also briefly mention the cultural controversy surrounding "Black Pete" (Zwarte Piet) in the Netherlands, which has become a focal point for social debate in recent years.

Adam Curry shares a story about a listener-sent drone crashing into his ceiling. The hosts then complete the final donor thank-you list for the episode, including a knighting ceremony for Ryan Benson and acknowledgments for producers in Sweden, Denmark, and the UK.

The hosts reflect on the successful "Hot Pockets Tour" and thank producers who met them in DC. A personal loss is reported: a velvet bag containing a one-ounce gold coin and rare challenge coins went missing from the RV. The segment concludes with a plea for continued donations, noting that the show is the hosts' primary job and operates without commercial interruptions.

Adam Curry expresses shock at hearing commercials and sponsorship messages on NPR, noting the shift away from purely government-funded content. The hosts also discuss "stroopwafels," a Dutch syrup waffle cookie, and the difficulty of finding them outside of the Netherlands.