Topic: Tag

The hosts discuss the refusal of legacy apps like Apple Podcasts to adopt modern technology like "Podping," which allows for near-instant updates. They encourage listeners to use modern apps found at PodcastApps.com that support features like the "Live Item Tag" (LIT) for real-time notifications. The "not invented here" syndrome of Silicon Valley is blamed for the slow adoption of these open standards.

Adam Curry promotes the use of modern podcasting apps available at podcastapps.com, highlighting features like chapters, transcripts, and the "Live Lit Tag." These apps support the "Value for Value" model and the Podcasting 2.0 initiative. The hosts encourage listeners to explore these alternatives to mainstream platforms like Apple and Spotify to enhance their listening experience.

The Department of Agriculture is set to begin administering bird flu vaccines to calves, utilizing mRNA technology developed by the University of Pennsylvania. A report from a veterinarian in Nebraska suggests that herd immunity has likely already been reached in hoofed animals and that the push for vaccination and RFID tagging is financially motivated.

The USDA has mandated electronic identification (EID) tags for all cattle and bison, a move some ranchers fear will lead to total government control over livestock processing. Despite fears of bird flu in the food chain, recent USDA PCR testing of retail ground beef samples found no viral particles present.

The hosts discuss the return of large-scale graffiti on New York City subways, comparing the current state of the city to the 1970s. Dvorak explains the terminology of the subculture, distinguishing between "tags," "toss-ups," and "burners." He shares an anecdote about owning a jacket custom-painted by a graffiti writer that allegedly provided safe passage through Hell's Kitchen.

The hosts share anecdotes about women in the broadcasting industry who allegedly purchase expensive outfits, wear them on-air with the tags hidden by tape, and then return them to the store. This practice was reportedly common at media companies like Tech TV and Mevio. The discussion highlights the dishonesty of "wardrobing" and the use of dye tags by retailers to prevent such returns.

John C. Dvorak recounts his time working as an inspector at a Trailmobile factory. He describes using "red tags" to halt the production line after a foreman criticized him for talking to workers. By strictly following every minor safety and quality rule, he was able to force the management to apologize and negotiate.

Gretchen Whitting is damed as "Dame G Money the Hysteria Skeptic." A special highlight is given to 13-year-old Dominic Vitale, who raised over $300 at the Austin meetup by selling "No Agenda" dog tags in collaboration with Sir Mark and Sir Michael Halby.

Facebook recently admitted to inflating video viewing metrics by up to 80%. Dame Francine Hardaway explains the "Trustworthy Accountability Group" (TAG) scam, where companies must pay $20,000 for a certificate to prove they are not distributing malware or committing ad fraud.

Tom Byrne and Barry Sutton are thanked for their donations. A technical discussion ensues regarding the Mac Spotlight search system, which reportedly prioritizes internal file tags over file names, making it difficult for the hosts to locate specific audio clips like the "Ayn Rand Mac and Cheese" jingle.

Adam Curry describes his experience at the Austin City Limits music festival in Zilker Park, focusing on the mandatory RFID wristbands. He details how the tags are used by corporate sponsors like Samsung to automatically post attendee locations to Facebook.

Adam Curry receives custom military name tags from a listener in Poland featuring his name in Arabic and the ISAF logo. This prompts a discussion on how official-looking badges can be used for social engineering, such as gaining access to restricted areas or obtaining better currency exchange rates reserved for airline personnel.

The British government is introducing "sobriety orders" for offenders committed for minor alcohol-fueled crimes. These orders involve the use of ankle tags that monitor blood alcohol levels every 30 minutes or GPS tags that alert authorities if a person enters a pub. The hosts compare this to the monitoring of celebrity Lindsay Lohan and criticize the expansion of state surveillance into personal habits.

Great Britain is deploying "Tag and Track" software across its 4.2 million CCTV cameras. The system assigns a unique identifier to individuals, allowing authorities to reconstruct their entire journey across a city instantaneously. The developers claim the system can integrate with other recognition sensors, effectively creating a seamless surveillance net.

The hosts discuss recent US job numbers, noting that many new positions were created by McDonald's. They also warn listeners about Facebook's new automatic facial recognition and auto-tagging features, sharing an anecdote about a user whose account was shut down due to these privacy-invading technologies.

John C. Dvorak updates the No Agenda website using Dreamweaver, sparking a nostalgic conversation about early web design elements like the blink tag and interlaced images. They discuss "insane" websites characterized by centered text and excessive animated GIFs. Additionally, they mention a viral trick where typing "Illuminati" backwards into a browser redirects users to the National Security Agency (NSA) website.

Airports are increasingly embedding RFID chips in luggage tags to track bags through sorting systems. Travelers are advised to remove these tags after flights to prevent ongoing tracking. Musician Roger McGuinn recently experienced severe damage to a valuable guitar in a metal case during air travel, for which the airline refused to provide reimbursement.

Steve Gilmore reportedly informed Dvorak about new features in HTML5, including a native video tag that could potentially eliminate the need for Adobe Flash. The hosts also joke about the rumored return of the "blink" tag. They discuss the technical implications of browsers handling video files directly rather than relying on external plugins.

Technical updates on the No Agenda music stream include the development of a Twitter-based request application. The developer discusses the challenges of rewriting ID3 tags, managing request files, and the potential scalability issues of running the service on a local Macintosh. Concerns are raised about the system's reliability during upcoming travel to San Francisco.