Topic: Twit

59 chapters across the catalog

Freeze Peach
Episode 1519 1:35:59 - 1:43:57

1519: Freeze Peach

Mastodon Instance Blocks, No Agenda Social, Fediverse Censorship

The No Agenda Social Mastodon instance is reportedly blocked by 464 other servers in the Fediverse. Reasons cited by other moderators include "hate speech," "transphobia," and being "fascist adjacent." The hosts mock the use of the term "freeze peach" by critics and highlight the irony of large instances like mastodon.social being blocked for being "too big to moderate."

The Learning Curve
Episode 1400 2:36:30 - 2:45:27

1400: The Learning Curve

Associate Executive Producers, Dating App Hits

Associate executive producers are recognized for their contributions, including a donor who was "hit in the mouth" with the show via a dating app. The hosts discuss the "noodle gun" and "Sharpton" jingles. A producer from Idaho reflects on John Dvorak's past appearances on the TWiT network.

Q Victims
Episode 1313 1:32:23 - 1:37:57

1313: Q Victims

Executive Producer Knighthoods, British Accent History

Several producers are knighted for their financial support, including "Sir Bob B of Sunset Beach." A linguistic theory is discussed suggesting that the modern British accent did not develop until after the American Revolution, meaning early Americans and British people likely sounded the same.

Toilet Preppers
Episode 1225 1:28:03 - 1:32:59

1225: Toilet Preppers

Listener Stories and the "Judge" Gun Incident

Producer David Ingraham shared his "origin story" of how he began listening to the show in 2012. He was a fan of John C. Dvorak on the TWiT network but only subscribed to No Agenda after seeing a co-host brandish a Taurus Judge revolver during a video stream. This incident prompted him to recommend the show to his family, leading to a long-term listenership and a recent meetup in Des Moines.

Stanktuary
Episode 1214 2:18:22 - 2:21:34

1214: Stanktuary

San Antonio Fiesta Pins, Twit Magazine History

A listener from San Antonio sent in "Fiesta pins" featuring Beto O'Rourke on a skateboard and a vintage copy of "Twit Magazine." The magazine, a gay lifestyle publication from Texas, is used to prove that the name "Twit" was in use long before Leo Laporte's "This Week in Tech" network. The hosts humorously compare the two entities and discuss the "hunky" imagery in the vintage publication.

Climate Grief
Episode 1098 2:19 - 4:53

1098: Climate Grief

John C. Dvorak Appearance on TWiT, Podcast Production Standards

John C. Dvorak reflects on his recent appearance on the TWiT network with Leo Laporte, noting his goals were to increase social media followers and promote the No Agenda Show. Critique is offered regarding the harsh downlighting at the TWiT studios which affects on-camera appearance. A recommendation is made for podcasters to avoid referring to their audience as "normal people" who cannot understand technical concepts.

House of Trolls
Episode 978 2:43:38 - 2:51:59

978: House of Trolls

Twit Departure and Historical No Agenda References

Listeners inquire about the historical reasons for the hosts' departure from the TWiT network, with the explanation being a simple decision by Leo Laporte to end the professional relationship. Long-time fans also request the return of classic show references, such as Stargate and Codex Alimentarius. The segment reflects on the evolution of the show over its first decade and its roots in early tech podcasting.

10th Anniversary
Episode 976 1:59:52 - 2:02:19

976: 10th Anniversary

James Higginbotham, Austin Mold, and Sir Java James

James Higginbotham, who recently moved from Austin to Colorado Springs to escape "Austin mold," is knighted as Sir Java James. He notes he has been a listener since show number one following a mention on the TWiT network. The segment includes a de-douching and a discussion about the authenticity of goat scream jingles.

Loyalty Test
Episode 899 6:03 - 10:09

899: Loyalty Test

Parallel Universes, Christiane Amanpour and Agenda No Podcast

Christiane Amanpour is criticized for claiming she operates in a "truth and fact-based universe" regarding Steve Bannon's strategy. The hosts identify a "parallel universe" podcast from the TWiT network called "Agenda No" hosted by Padre SJ, which allegedly uses their "best podcast in the universe" moniker. A Twitter exchange with Jay Rosen is mentioned, where Rosen accused a host of having the "soul of a cop."

The Christmas Special
Episode 889 1:16:07 - 1:17:35

889: The Christmas Special

Bomb Threat at the TWiT Brick House

On March 23, Petaluma Police responded to a bomb threat at the "TWiT Brick House," the studio for Leo Laporte's technology podcast network. A caller claimed to have placed eight pipe bombs in the building because he was upset with the company and his life. While the building was not formally ordered to evacuate, most employees left while police conducted a visual inspection.

Transjester
Episode 763 2:28:25 - 2:37:11

763: Transjester

No Agenda Knighting Ceremony and Birthday Wishes

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak conduct a formal knighting ceremony for James Dobler, inducting him into the No Agenda Round Table. Several other supporters receive title changes, including Sir Blackballs of Twit becoming a Baronette. The hosts conclude the donor segment by reading birthday wishes for listeners and reminding the audience of the show's "value-for-value" funding model.

VAWG
Episode 760 53:24 - 55:34

760: VAWG

Podcast Production Update, Newsletter Subscription

The hosts provide an update on the show's production and the importance of subscribing to the official newsletter for exclusive updates. They briefly reference a change in their relationship with the TWiT network, directing listeners to the newsletter for the full details. The segment emphasizes the "value for value" model and thanks the community for their ongoing support.

VAWG
Episode 760 2:45:46 - 2:50:19

760: VAWG

Podcast Community Dynamics, TWiT Network Departure

The hosts reflect on the "No Agenda" community, noting that many listeners discovered the show through the TWiT network. They discuss John Dvorak's recent departure from TWiT, attributing it to a shift in the network's direction toward "lifestyle" and "Apple-centric" content. Adam Curry praises Dvorak's legacy as a tech icon and expresses confidence in the show's independent future.

Tom Tatoe
Episode 715 15:58 - 17:36

715: Tom Tatoe

Leo Laporte, TWiT Network, and Showstoppers Bet

A personal anecdote describes a bet won against Leo Laporte regarding the name of a new show on the TWiT network. The winner correctly predicted the show would be titled "Showstoppers" rather than "The Screen Savers." The segment suggests that Laporte secretly listens to the program for content ideas.

New Mediocre
Episode 713 6:28 - 8:53

713: New Mediocre

Podcast Advertising Models, Leo Laporte, Scarcity vs. Inventory

A discussion of successful podcast monetization highlights Leo Laporte's effectiveness as a pitchman for the TWiT network and the pre-roll strategy used by the Serial podcast. The hosts compare the scarcity of Super Bowl ad spots to the infinite inventory of digital banner ads and podcasts, which drives prices down. They conclude that "per inquiry" codes and loyalist listener groups are currently the most viable paths for podcast revenue.

Bandwich
Episode 707 2:21:30 - 2:24:17

707: Bandwich

Petaluma Bomb Threat, TWiT Brick House, Uber Raid

A man called Petaluma police claiming to have placed eight pipe bombs at the "TWiT Brick House," the studio for Leo Laporte's tech podcast network. The caller stated he was upset with his life and intended to "take them all out." Meanwhile, in the Netherlands, authorities raided Uber offices to gather evidence of the company's non-compliance with local transport rulings.

The Key Key Thing
Episode 696 2:42:06 - 2:47:45

696: The Key Key Thing

Climate Change vs. Terrorism, Show Outro and Sign-off

White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest asserts that the President views climate change as a greater threat to Americans' daily lives than terrorism. The show concludes with a preview of an upcoming segment on whistleblower John Kiriakou and a final sign-off from Austin and Silicon Valley.

Putinism
Episode 640 2:52:00 - 2:54:28

640: Putinism

Sign-off and Thursday Show Preview, TWiT Network Appearance

The hosts conclude the episode with a preview of the upcoming Thursday show. One host mentions a scheduled appearance on the TWiT network later that day. They sign off from their respective locations in Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley, reiterating the show's "value-for-value" philosophy.

Scam Celebrities
Episode 627 1:58:38 - 2:05:59

627: Scam Celebrities

Community Updates, Banned from TWiT

A discussion regarding being "banned" from the TWiT network reveals that Leo Laporte allegedly felt the show was being taken "off the rails" and away from advertiser-friendly content. The ban was purportedly triggered by a refusal to accept the official story of the moon landing. Other community updates include encouraging listeners to get their ham radio licenses and acknowledging the "1776" comic.

Climate Chaos
Episode 617 2:31:31 - 2:37:45

617: Climate Chaos

Netflix's Net Neutrality Scheme and the End of "Free" Distribution

The hosts conclude that the Net Neutrality movement is a scheme by Netflix to avoid paying for its massive infrastructure footprint. They warn that independent content creators and networks like TWiT will eventually face higher costs as "free" peering agreements disappear and government-regulated metered billing becomes the industry standard.