# 1990s on The No Agenda Show

1990s comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2013 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 8
- **Episodes:** 8
- **Discussed:** June 2013 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Amy Klobuchar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-klobuchar.md), [Bernie Sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [Christie's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christie-s.md), [Cnet Central](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnet-central.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Dot-com Bubble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dot-com-bubble.md), [Fan Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fan-art.md), [Gender Studies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-studies.md), [Gitmo Nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md), [Herbert Marcuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herbert-marcuse.md)

## Chapters 1–8 of 8

### Sir Michael Dunn, CNET Central, and Belly Laughs

- **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-24
- **Time:** 5:06:54–5:09:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/sir-michael-dunn-cnet-central-and-belly-laughs.md

Sir Michael Dunn, Baron of Southern Kentucky, recalls watching Dvorak review CD-ROMs on CNET Central in the 1990s. He credits Dvorak and Adam for providing a healthy view of the world and hundreds of "belly laughs" over 15 years of listening.

Keywords: [michael dunn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-dunn.md), [cnet central](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnet-central.md), [1990s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1990s.md), cd-rom reviews, [gitmo nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md)

### Olestra Potato Chips and Historical Food Failures

- **Episode:** [1790: Florida Ounce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-14
- **Time:** 42:48–45:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce/chapter/olestra-potato-chips-and-historical-food-failures.md

The discussion revisits the 1990s launch of Olestra, a fat substitute used in Frito-Lay's "WOW" potato chips. The product was notorious for causing digestive issues and leaving a waxy coating on the palate. The anecdote serves as a cautionary tale regarding the public's historical skepticism of lab-engineered food substitutes.

Keywords: olestra, wow chips, frito lay, [side effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/side-effects.md), [1990s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1990s.md)

### Naked News, Media Indoctrination Alternative

- **Episode:** [1502: Shood Fortage](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1502-shood-fortage.md)
- **Published:** 2022-11-24
- **Time:** 32:59–34:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1502-shood-fortage/chapter/naked-news-media-indoctrination-alternative.md

The hosts reminisce about "Naked News," a program from the late 1990s where anchors read the news while undressing. They argue that the format was more honest than modern mainstream media because it didn't hide its intent to distract or attract viewers. They contrast this with CNN's coverage of election disenfranchisement.

Keywords: naked news, [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [dot-com bubble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dot-com-bubble.md), news models, [indoctrination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indoctrination.md), [1990s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1990s.md)

### Critical Queer Theory and Academic Origins

- **Episode:** [1485: Gender Journey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1485-gender-journey.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-11
- **Time:** 1:43:14–1:47:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1485-gender-journey/chapter/critical-queer-theory-and-academic-origins.md

An analysis of the origins of "Queer Theory" traces its roots back to the 1990s and the work of neo-Marxist thinkers like Herbert Marcuse. The discussion posits that Queer Studies has systematically supplanted traditional Women's Studies and Gay and Lesbian Studies in university curricula as part of a long-term ideological shift.

Keywords: critical queer theory, [herbert marcuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/herbert-marcuse.md), [marxism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marxism.md), [gender studies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gender-studies.md), 1990

### Ukraine Nuclear Disarmament and Security Guarantees

- **Episode:** [1428: Health Glitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1428-health-glitch.md)
- **Published:** 2022-02-24
- **Time:** 33:24–36:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1428-health-glitch/chapter/ukraine-nuclear-disarmament-and-security-guarantees.md

Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba stated that giving up the country's nuclear arsenal in the early 1990s was a mistake. Kuleba argued that the security guarantees provided by the United States and Russia in exchange for disarmament have failed, leaving Ukraine vulnerable.

Keywords: dmytro kuleba, [nuclear weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-weapons.md), [soviet union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soviet-union.md), [security guarantees](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-guarantees.md), [1990s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1990s.md)

### Amy Klobuchar and Bernie Sanders, Electoral History Dispute

- **Episode:** [1208: Weeping Angels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1208-weeping-angels.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-19
- **Time:** 11:43–13:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1208-weeping-angels/chapter/amy-klobuchar-and-bernie-sanders-electoral-history-dispute.md

A dispute arose during the debate when Senator Amy Klobuchar claimed to be the only person on stage to have defeated a Republican incumbent in the last 30 years. Senator Bernie Sanders countered by citing his 1990 victory over a Republican congressman, leading to a mathematical disagreement on stage. Klobuchar's performance was characterized by visible nervousness and a focus on her perceived competence over traditional political aesthetics.

Keywords: [amy klobuchar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-klobuchar.md), [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), republican incumbents, 1990 election, debate gaffes

### Prickly Pear Cactus and the Next Generation of Listeners

- **Episode:** [975: Dolleridoos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/975-dolleridoos.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-13
- **Time:** 3:07:56–3:09:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/975-dolleridoos/chapter/prickly-pear-cactus-and-the-next-generation-of-listeners.md

Adam Curry shares a story about receiving prickly pear cactus fruit and a drawing from a young listener named Harper. He also mentions an old 1990 magazine cover featuring himself and a model, which a listener found on eBay. The hosts celebrate the "next generation" of No Agenda producers.

Keywords: prickly pear, harper, [fan art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fan-art.md), 1990 magazine, mojave wasteland

### John C. Dvorak Wine Auction, Economic Indicators

- **Episode:** [526: #meh!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-30
- **Time:** 34:58–40:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh/chapter/john-c-dvorak-wine-auction-economic-indicators.md

John C. Dvorak announced plans to auction portions of his wine collection through high-end auction houses like Christie's, citing the high market value driven by Chinese buyers. The collection includes a rare Hennessy Richard cognac and a 1990 Latour Bordeaux Magnum valued at approximately $2,500. This sale is jokingly framed as a "Black Swan" economic indicator, suggesting that when collectors sell their best assets, the broader economy may be at a tipping point.

Keywords: [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [christie's](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christie-s.md), hennessy richard, latour 1990, wine auction

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