Topic: Wiley

The hosts review artwork submitted for the previous episode, "Super Wokes." The winning piece by Capitalist Agenda featured a Wiley Coyote theme with a "BA5" variant sign. Other discussed works include Tante Neal's Bastille Day art and various "mac and cheese" themed submissions now available at the No Agenda Shop.

New York City's mayoral primary is utilizing a new Ranked Choice Voting system, delaying the final results. Former police officer Eric Adams leads the count, though critics like Amy Goodman highlight his past Republican ties and support for charter schools. Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa, founder of the Guardian Angels, is also noted.

Fox Sports 1 analyst Marcellus Wiley criticized the Black Lives Matter organization's mission statement for its goal to "dismantle the patriarchal practice" and "disrupt the Western-prescribed nuclear family." Wiley cited statistics showing that children from single-parent homes are significantly more likely to face poverty, incarceration, and suicide. He argued that the organization's goals are destructive to the Black community's vital family structures.

The Social Security Administration's list of popular baby names for 2017 shows Emma and Noah holding the top spots, influenced heavily by celebrities like Emma Watson and Noah Wyle. A debate ensues over the name "Theodore" (Theo) for a host's new grandchild, alongside confusion over the rising popularity of the name "Mason," which is jokingly attributed to the resurgence of Mason jars.

Maya Wiley, Senior VP of Social Justice at The New School, appears on Bill Maher's show to characterize the GOP healthcare vote as "naked cruelty." She argues that the Freedom Caucus has undue influence due to gerrymandering, a claim countered by the fact that Republicans hold a majority of governorships and state legislatures. The segment also revisits the 2016 election margin, noting Trump won by approximately 80,000 votes across three key states.

A listener's request for the "very first No Agenda jingle" leads to a discussion about the show's early theme songs. Brian Hinman recalls an old TechTV interview where Newt Gingrich reportedly spent the entire segment looking at waitresses rather than the interviewer. The hosts also acknowledge several first-time donors from Texas and Illinois who responded to the recent funding plea.

Additional donors are credited, including Black Knight McTank and Luke Wonderhelm. Wiley Harp becomes an Associate Executive Producer with a $312.12 donation as a birthday gift to himself. The hosts reiterate their "Value for Value" model, encouraging listeners to support the show financially or by propagating the "No Agenda" formula.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak perform a formal knighting ceremony for Wiley Harp and Steven Pelsmacher. They are officially dubbed "Sir Wiley" and "Sir Steven" of the No Agenda Roundtable in recognition of their significant financial support. The hosts recite the traditional list of "hookers and blow" rewards associated with the honor.

A 15-year-old boy, Nahum Martinez, was shot and killed in Wiley, Texas, by a 14-year-old acquaintance who had reportedly bullied him. The hosts analyze the media coverage of the event, suggesting the narrative is being used as a confusing propaganda tool regarding guns and standing up to bullies. They point out inconsistencies in the story, including the fact that the victim and the suspect were described as buddies.

The hosts acknowledge top donors for episode 348, including Alexander Cody, who receives a knighthood as "St. James of New York." They emphasize the show's "value-for-value" model, where listeners contribute based on the utility they receive from the content. The segment includes a call for support as the show fell short of its weekly funding goals.

Victor Gonzalez contributes $910.11, a number representing the date October 9, 2011, in the European format. The hosts realize they missed the significance of the 9-10-11 sequence. Wiley Harp also contributes $350 toward his knighthood. The hosts grant "de-douching" and karma to the donors.