Topic: Winning

18 chapters across the catalog

Scott Adams Redux
Episode 1841 58:58 - 1:02:37

1841: Scott Adams Redux

Political Figure Analysis, Mike Pence and Kellyanne Conway

Scott Adams provides his take on various political figures, describing Mike Pence as a "boring" but solid backup for Donald Trump. He also praises Kellyanne Conway's skill and loyalty, and recounts a personal meeting with Trump in the Oval Office following the release of his book, "Win Bigly."

Lipless Wonder
Episode 1713 2:03:47 - 2:10:25

1713: Lipless Wonder

Producer Credits, Election Wagers and Children's Books

Producers shared stories of significant financial wagers placed on Donald Trump's election victory, citing the show's deconstruction as a key factor in their confidence. Additionally, producer Leah Rize promoted her children's book, *Maverick a Million*, available on Amazon. The segment included various "karma" requests for jobs, retirement, and general good luck from the listener community.

Booster Blitz
Episode 1408 2:02:44 - 2:05:53

1408: Booster Blitz

Mutual Win Tiny Homes, NFT Architecture, 3CPO Karma

Michael Bernstein of Mutual Win Tiny Homes is seeking advice on how to tactfully decline unscrupulous bankers as his company grows. He is also launching an NFT company focused on architecture and is looking to recruit team members from the No Agenda community. The segment ends with a request for "3CPO karma," which the hosts correct to R2D2.

Noodle Nation
Episode 1250 1:59:37 - 2:05:18

1250: Noodle Nation

Tiny Homes for Veterans and Donor Shout-outs

Michael Bernstein discusses his "Mutual Win" project, which builds luxury tiny homes for homeless military veterans. He plans to visit the "Mobile Loaves and Fishes" community in Austin for a tour. The segment concludes with a series of smaller donations and "Karen" shout-outs, maintaining the show's end-to-end listener support model.

Double Header
Episode 1067 31:11 - 34:07

1067: Double Header

Donald Trump, Persuasion Skills and Hypnotism

Scott Adams analyzes Donald Trump through the lens of a trained hypnotist, focusing on the president's mastery of persuasion tools. He argues that Trump is effective because he is "immune to shame" and uses techniques that bypass rational thinking. Adams suggests that people's inability to see these techniques leads to cognitive dissonance and strong emotional reactions.

Double Header
Episode 1067 46:31 - 48:56

1067: Double Header

Mike Pence, Vice Presidential Strategy and Media Attention

Scott Adams evaluates Mike Pence as an "ideal vice president" who serves as a boring, solid backup to Donald Trump's "multimedia circus." He argues that Pence lacks the personality to win a presidency on his own but complements Trump's strategy of capturing billions in free media. Adams notes that Trump found a weakness in the media model by being consistently interesting.

Double Header
Episode 1067 48:57 - 51:32

1067: Double Header

Oval Office Visit, Kellyanne Conway and Rachel Maddow

Scott Adams describes his recent visit to the Oval Office, where he met Donald Trump and found him to be highly charismatic and engaging. He defends Kellyanne Conway's skill and loyalty, questioning why her success as a female campaign manager is often ignored. Adams also offers praise for Rachel Maddow's talent and intelligence, despite disagreeing with her political views.

Best Codpiece
Episode 1009 2:01:33 - 2:05:43

1009: Best Codpiece

Scott Adams, Win Bigly, George Clooney for President

*Dilbert* creator Scott Adams discusses his book *Win Bigly* and the "persuasion techniques" used by Donald Trump. In an interview on the *Rubin Report*, Adams identifies Elizabeth Warren and George Clooney as potential "persuasion" threats to Trump in a future election. Adams suggests Clooney has the charisma and technique to be a formidable candidate if he could overcome his Hollywood associations.

The Angries
Episode 877 1:25:03 - 1:27:25

877: The Angries

Associate Executive Producer Donations and De-douching

Donors from Hamilton, New Jersey, and Villa Real are recognized for their contributions. One donor requests a "de-douching" and specific sound clips to celebrate the Trump victory, while the hosts confirm receipt of their messages via email.

Cissexist Hxstory
Episode 832 2:13 - 5:37

832: Cissexist Hxstory

Associated Press, Hillary Clinton Presumptive Nominee Announcement

The Associated Press declared Hillary Clinton the presumptive Democratic nominee the night before the California primary based on a survey of superdelegates. An email blast from the Clinton campaign contained an image file titled "Secret Win version 2" dated June 4th, suggesting the announcement was coordinated in advance. This move is characterized as a "Ministry of Truth" tactic designed to influence voter turnout before polls opened.

Long Gun
Episode 778 2:56:34 - 3:01:36

778: Long Gun

Show Outro and "Winning" Remix

The hosts conclude the episode as rain begins to fall in Austin. They promise to return on Sunday for more media deconstruction. The show ends with a soundboard remix featuring clips of Ashton Carter saying "we will win," Charlie Sheen's "winning" catchphrase, and various "jobs" and "caliphate" drops.

Cyber Insurance
Episode 550 11:41 - 14:10

550: Cyber Insurance

Tyler Hicks and New York Times Photography in Nairobi

New York Times photojournalist Tyler Hicks happened to be near the Westgate Mall when the shooting began and entered the building to document the carnage. His graphic, award-winning photographs appeared on the front page of the New York Times and across major networks. The hosts find the timing of his presence and his ability to bypass security during an active siege peculiar.

Going Purple
Episode 454 15:26 - 18:40

454: Going Purple

WIN System Repeaters, Ham Radio Broadcasting Regulations

Amateur radio operators discuss the technicalities of using the WIN System (Western Intertie Network) repeaters for long-distance communication. While the system allows for wide-area coverage, FCC regulations generally prohibit music broadcasting on ham bands, with a specific exception for retransmitting NASA mission control communications to astronauts. The discussion covers various modes, including CW (Morse code) and low-power milliwatt transmissions to international locations like Brazil.

Episode 347 36:34 - 42:24

347: Hackerocity

Domain Name PR, Win Lose or Drone

A segment dedicated to "PR initiatives" showcases various domain names purchased by listeners that redirect to the No Agenda website. These include "WinLoseOrDrone.com" and "TruthAboutBankOfAmerica.com." The hosts riff on a fictional game show concept called "Win, Lose, or Drone" where viewers vote on drone strikes via SMS.

Farsi Farce
Episode 283 1:10:02 - 1:15:09

283: Farsi Farce

Charlie Sheen, Alex Jones, and Piers Morgan

Charlie Sheen's media blitz, including his appearance on the Alex Jones Show and an interview with Piers Morgan, is reviewed. Sheen's use of the term "winning" and his self-identification as the "Che Guevara of Hollywood" are highlighted. The hosts express skepticism toward Alex Jones's role in the saga, suggesting he may be part of a disinformation effort.

Nap for Humanity
Episode 273 10:15 - 13:06

273: Nap for Humanity

Text Analysis of Presidential Speech, Winning the Future

A text analysis of the State of the Union address reveals a heavy reliance on the theme "Winning the Future," which Sarah Palin mocked using the acronym WTF. The word "future" appeared 15 times during the 61-minute speech. The analysis suggests the use of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to influence the audience through repetitive keywords and simplified language.

Poppy Futures Blooming
Episode 127 1:18:20 - 1:24:18

127: Poppy Futures Blooming

Whole Foods Boycott, SEIU Change to Win

Whole Foods CEO John Mackey faced boycott threats after writing an op-ed critical of the Obama health care plan. Investigation reveals that "Change to Win" (CTW) Investments, led by SEIU executives, is pushing for Mackey's removal. Meanwhile, Tea Party groups have organized "buy-cotts" to support the store. The hosts analyze Whole Foods' 34% profit margins and question why political activists are focusing on a high-end grocery chain.