Adam and John audition various "isolated clips" for the end of the show, including a "not safe for work" AI-generated clip that Dvorak jokingly claims became self-aware. They settle on a "Yo Yo Yo" clip and play a "Space Force" themed montage.
5 chapters across the catalog
Adam and John audition various "isolated clips" for the end of the show, including a "not safe for work" AI-generated clip that Dvorak jokingly claims became self-aware. They settle on a "Yo Yo Yo" clip and play a "Space Force" themed montage.
In an "Ask Adam" segment, the hosts discuss a 1714 Stradivarius violin expected to fetch $18 million at auction. This leads to a reminiscence about the "Drop.io fiasco," where a Silicon Valley startup's closure resulted in the loss of years of podcast clips. Adam Curry uses the event as a cautionary tale about trusting cloud-based services and the importance of local backups.

Armistice Day Centenary, Paris Ceremony Production Issues
The 100th anniversary of the Armistice in Paris was marked by production failures and diplomatic friction. World leaders, including Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, arrived late, while the ceremony featured empty chairs and technical issues with Emmanuel Macron's microphone. Observers criticized the inclusion of elements like Mandarin-speaking teenagers and African singers as being disconnected from the historical significance of World War I.
The show highlights diverse producer projects, including mobile apps from Celtica and a documentary titled "World on a String" about the world yo-yo competition. A new resident of San Francisco is welcomed to the community after moving from New York, and Brian Barrow is recognized for his upcoming knighthood.

Domain Name Valuation, Yo Agenda and Outro
The show concludes with a discussion on the fluctuating value of premium domain names like art.com and search.com. John C. Dvorak mentions his past television show "Silicon Spin" and critiques a parody podcast called "Yo Agenda." The hosts sign off from Britain and Northern California, promising to return the following week.