Topic: The Producers

The show acknowledges high-tier donors, including Sir Switcheroo, who contributed $1,002 to join the "Order of the Heart" as a Red Knight. The hosts discuss the "Hollywood credits" given to producers and address listener feedback about their on-air dynamic, with some fans calling for more "buzzkill" energy from Dvorak.

The show's artwork for episode 1710 features a tribute to "Peanut the Squirrel," an animal recently euthanized by New York state authorities. The hosts discuss the hybrid use of AI and manual digital art in the community. Dana Brunetti is again mentioned as an example of the show's high-level associate executive producers.

The hosts admit they have never seen the Lord of the Rings or Hobbit movies, nor more than one episode of Game of Thrones. They conclude the donor list for episode 1384, thanking producers from the UK, Canada, and the US for their "courage" in supporting the show.

Patrick Wilson, the co-founding drummer of the band Weezer, was featured in a Daily Mirror article that mentioned his role as an executive producer for the No Agenda podcast. The article highlighted Wilson's diverse talents, including his work with The Rentals and his portrayal of John Cale in the film "Factory Girl." The hosts celebrate Wilson's long-term support and the "legitimacy" his public credit brings to the show.

An anonymous donor in San Francisco described the city's atmosphere as resembling a chapter from Stephen King's *The Stand*. The hosts officially designate episode 1226 as the "No Agenda Coronavirus Special" and thank their producers for supporting the "clandestine broadcast." They emphasize the value of their deconstruction in helping listeners navigate the "fake amygdala-swelling" media environment.

Sir Anonymous of Dogpatch and Lower Selbuvia contributed $1,202 to the show, encouraging other listeners to move from "douchebag" status to active producers. The donation segment notes that the show is currently in its 11th season, a milestone shared by classic television programs like MASH and Cheers. The hosts express an ambition to reach the longevity of The Simpsons.

Late-night host Stephen Colbert used Michael Wolff's book to compare the Trump administration to Mel Brooks' "The Producers," suggesting Trump never intended to win the election. Colbert's monologue included jokes about Melania Trump crying on election night and the campaign's lack of preparation. The hosts critique the audience's reaction to Colbert's Nazi-themed humor.

A donor notes that the show's anniversary date matches a key date from the movie Back to the Future. Mike from Canada discusses the "Alex Jones 360 win" regarding currency exchange and requests de-douching for himself and birthday wishes for his wife, Christina.

Adam Curry discusses the HBO documentary "The Defiant Ones," which profiles Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre. He notes that Gene Kirkwood, a former associate of Curry's in Los Angeles, is listed as an executive producer. This leads to a brief discussion on the significance and propagation of executive producer titles in the media industry.

Curtis Sorrells contributes $1,000 to become an Executive Producer, requesting to be identified by the pronoun "Wow" and the title "The Beast." The hosts discuss the humor in his note regarding "snowflakes" and gender identity. They celebrate his contribution with a series of "Wow" sound effects.

The hosts acknowledge the artwork for Episode 905, "Burn the Man Bun," created by Nick the Rat, featuring Mike Pence. A significant donation of $302 from Benjamin Craighead is recognized, alongside various other contributions from the "33% Club." The segment also notes that the search functionality for show notes is currently offline following the departure of a volunteer developer.

The show recognizes top donors, including John Hall from El Paso, who contributed $1,000. The segment also discusses the Chinese New Year, noting the transition to the Year of the Red Fire Chicken (or Rooster) and the significance of prime numbers in 2017.

The hosts explain the difference between executive producer credits in film versus television. In TV, the "showrunner" is typically the final executive producer listed in the credits and is often the person who created the show. They cite John Bokenkamp of "The Blacklist" as an example and suggest this knowledge is useful for those trying to contact decision-makers in the industry.

A theater in Maryland is facing protests for its production of Mel Brooks' "The Producers." Activists are demanding the removal of "Springtime for Hitler" scenes, arguing that the satirical use of Nazi symbols is offensive regardless of artistic intent. The hosts view this as an example of growing "cultural Marxism" and hypersensitivity.

The hosts thank "Nick the Rat" and "Martin JZ" for their digital artwork for episode 703, which featured a "douchebag" using an Apple Watch. The art included a subtle reference to "electronic smog," a concept previously discussed on the show regarding the health effects of pervasive wireless signals. The hosts praise the artists for embedding "sub-references" and "side gags" that reward attentive listeners.

The hosts read a long list of donations from "Executive Producers" and "Associate Executive Producers." Highlights include a $1,100 donation from a listener in Virginia to establish the "Order of the Dish" and various "karma" requests for new jobs and family health. The segment reinforces the "value-for-value" model of the show, thanking donors from the US, Australia, Germany, and the UK.

Peter White of Cambridge and Sven Middelkoop of the Netherlands are credited as executive producers for the episode following their financial contributions. The hosts reflect on the film The Player by Robert Altman, noting how the movie illustrates the weight and vanity of professional titles in the media industry. They emphasize that these listener-donated titles carry legitimate weight within the show's production framework.