# Ai on The No Agenda Show Ai comes up in 798 chapters across 351 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2013 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 798 - **Episodes:** 351 - **Discussed:** May 2013 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Chatgpt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatgpt.md), [Darren O'neill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darren-o-neill.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [Anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [Openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Deepfakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfakes.md), [Sam Altman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-altman.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 798 ### Peter from South Africa and AI Dubbing Technology - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 1:35:10–1:38:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/peter-from-south-africa-and-ai-dubbing-technology.md Peter, a South African producer and AI developer, discusses his work on text-to-speech synthesis and "camb.ai." He expresses interest in translating the No Agenda live stream into Dutch using AI. The note highlights the difficulty of dubbing the show due to overlapping speech and unique host interjections. Keywords: [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), afrikaans, text-to-speech, ai dubbing, currycaster ### Sir Kexicus and AI JCD Nightmare - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 4:05:28–4:07:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sir-kexicus-and-ai-jcd-nightmare.md Sir Kexicus donates for a challenge coin and mentions a nightmare where the final episode was hosted by an AI version of John C. Dvorak. The "No Agenda Marching Jingle" is played in response. Roag, Duke of the Pacific Vortex, also contributes, reflecting on the community's role as "able-bodied foot soldiers" for rational thought. Keywords: sir kexicus, [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), marching jingle, pacific vortex, [challenge coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coin.md) ### Booking Logistics and Seattle Sailor AI Song - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 9:56–13:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/booking-logistics-and-seattle-sailor-ai-song.md Adam Curry and Jason Calacanis joke about the difficulties of booking guests and the use of calendar invites as a form of "trolling." Curry plays an AI-generated sea shanty titled "I Got COVID from a Sailor in Seattle," which became a viral hit within the No Agenda community. The song serves as an example of how AI "slop" can still resonate through clever lyrics and community inside jokes. Keywords: [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md), [seattle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seattle.md), [ai music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-music.md) ### Unitree Kung Fu Robots and AI Authenticity - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 13:25–15:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/unitree-kung-fu-robots-and-ai-authenticity.md The conversation shifts to recent developments in robotics, specifically the Unitree robot from China, which is described as a slender, intimidating version of Tesla's Optimus. They discuss a video showing the robot performing kung fu strikes and flipping over obstacles, leading to a debate on whether such footage is real or AI-generated "slop." Adam Curry expresses a general skepticism toward all modern digital content. Keywords: unitree, [robotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robotics.md), [optimus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/optimus.md), [black mirror](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-mirror.md), [ai slop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-slop.md) ### Grokbot, Banking APIs, and Local AI Models - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 1:19:18–1:23:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/grokbot-banking-apis-and-local-ai-models.md The group discusses the capabilities of AI bots like Grokbot to manage personal finances and shopping through APIs and services like Plaid. Jason Calacanis predicts a future where "sovereign" AI agents run locally on computers with high RAM, bypassing the privacy and liability issues of cloud-based models. They explore how these bots can find better deals on products and even handle bank transfers in read-only or active modes. Keywords: [grokbot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grokbot.md), [plaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plaid.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [ai agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-agents.md), local models ### Matt Long's Veterans Day Speech and Muse AI - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 1:23:37–1:27:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/matt-long-s-veterans-day-speech-and-muse-ai.md Matt Long describes his upcoming keynote speech for a Veterans Day parade in Bandera, Texas, which he prepared using the Muse AI tool. He explains how the AI helped him research Benjamin Franklin's views on veterans and the military. The group jokes about Long's uncanny physical resemblance to Franklin and his use of AI to find practical solutions, like fixing a leaky sink. Keywords: [matt long](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-long.md), [benjamin franklin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-franklin.md), [veterans day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veterans-day.md), muse ai, bandera texas ### AI Scott Adams and the Future of AI Co-hosts - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 1:45:03–1:48:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/ai-scott-adams-and-the-future-of-ai-co-hosts.md Jason Calacanis proposes using AI versions of Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak to continue the show indefinitely, citing a similar project involving an AI Scott Adams. While the Dvorak family currently opposes the idea, Calacanis suggests that Dvorak would have found the concept of an "afterlife" AI co-host hilarious. The group debates the ethics and entertainment value of AI-generated "slop" versions of deceased broadcasters. Keywords: [scott adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-adams.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), afterlife ### Christian Movies and AI Animation Studios - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 1:57:19–2:00:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/christian-movies-and-ai-animation-studios.md Dana Brunetti and Adam Curry discuss the potential for creating high-quality Christian movies using AI technology. They mention Jeffrey Katzenberg's new AI animation studio and the success of recent faith-based films. Brunetti jokes about his "pronouns" being Jesus and Christ, while the group brainstorms an AI studio project involving Calacanis as a dealmaker. Keywords: christian movies, [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [jeffrey katzenberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-katzenberg.md), [dreamworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dreamworks.md), [animation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animation.md) ### Grand Duke Eli and Image Makers Resumes - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 3:06:00–3:09:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/grand-duke-eli-and-image-makers-resumes.md Eli the Coffee Guy is elevated to Grand Duke, bestowing knighthoods on his sons, Ethan and Miles. Linda Liu (Image Makers Inc.) and Brian Peel (Garbage Goats) receive "Jobs Karma" and "Goat Karma" for their respective businesses. Brian Peel notes that his donation note was assisted by the Muse AI tool. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [grand duke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grand-duke.md), [resumes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resumes.md), parking lot sweeping, muse ai ### Elon Musk AI Deepfake Crypto Scams on YouTube - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 9:20–12:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/elon-musk-ai-deepfake-crypto-scams-on-youtube.md Dana Brunetti recounts nearly falling for a sophisticated AI deepfake scam on YouTube during the Tesla Roadster event. The scam featured a robotic-voiced Elon Musk promising to double any cryptocurrency sent to a specific QR code. Brunetti notes that his wife, an attorney, also found the AI-generated stream highly convincing before they realized the footage was looping. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), cryptocurrency scam, [deepfake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfake.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md) ### SpaceX Q3 Earnings and Potential Tesla Merger - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 15:37–19:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/spacex-q3-earnings-and-potential-tesla-merger.md SpaceX reported its first profitable quarter with revenue exceeding $14.6 billion, driven largely by its rebranded "SI" (formerly AI) segment. Elon Musk discussed a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX to achieve greater capital scale for building 13 gigawatts of AI compute capacity by 2027. The company is currently designing its own gas turbines to address infrastructure bottlenecks. Keywords: [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), ai compute, [starlink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starlink.md) ### Evolution of AI Agents and Anthropic Duet - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 42:18–47:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/evolution-of-ai-agents-and-anthropic-duet.md Adam Curry explains his shift from hating chatbots to embracing AI "agents" like Muse and Grok, which focus on tool-calling and productivity rather than conversation. Anthropic recently announced "Duet," an AI agent designed to compete with Meta's Muse by performing proactive tasks like shopping and email management. The industry is moving toward consumer-facing agents that act as personal assistants. Keywords: [ai agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-agents.md), [anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [meta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meta.md), [muse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muse.md), duet ### Getty Images Bankruptcy and AI Image Competition - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 47:01–50:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/getty-images-bankruptcy-and-ai-image-competition.md Getty Images is reportedly planning to file for bankruptcy and go private as it struggles with $500 million in debt and competition from AI-generated imagery. Adam Curry expresses confusion over why the company failed to secure licensing deals with AI developers similar to music industry models. Curry also mentions his personal investment in Grok for high-level AI orchestration. Keywords: [getty images](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/getty-images.md), [bankruptcy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bankruptcy.md), stock photography, [grok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grok.md), [ai art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-art.md) ### Parenting and the Value of Higher Education - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 1:29:22–1:34:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/parenting-and-the-value-of-higher-education.md Dana Brunetti discusses his 14-year-old daughter's aspirations to attend Harvard or MIT despite his own skepticism about the value of modern higher education. He shares an anecdote about his daughter being falsely accused of using AI for a school report because her writing was "too smart." The hosts discuss the challenges of raising children in an era of academic indoctrination and AI tools. Keywords: [homeschooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeschooling.md), [harvard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard.md), [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md) ### Streaming Subscription Fatigue and AI Management - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 1:56:08–2:00:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/streaming-subscription-fatigue-and-ai-management.md The hosts discuss the proliferation of streaming services and the resulting "subscription fatigue." Adam Curry describes using an AI bot to identify and cancel unused subscriptions. They observe that many viewers now subscribe to a service for a single show, such as Yellowstone on Paramount Plus, and often forget to cancel once the season ends. Keywords: [streaming services](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming-services.md), [peacock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peacock.md), [hulu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hulu.md), [paramount plus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount-plus.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md) ### AI Music Controversy and Spotify Content Moderation - **Episode:** [1913: Meat Muck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-18 - **Time:** 2:09–3:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck/chapter/ai-music-controversy-and-spotify-content-moderation.md The hosts discuss the polarizing nature of AI-generated music and the "slop" label often applied by critics. They detail how parody mixes, such as those created by producer Vinnie Payne, frequently trigger automated takedowns on Spotify. The platform's algorithms often flag these tracks as unauthorized content even when they are intended as transformative works or parodies. Keywords: [ai music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-music.md), [spotify](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spotify.md), vinnie payne, [content moderation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/content-moderation.md), [parody](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parody.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md) ### National Backlash Against AI Data Center Construction - **Episode:** [1913: Meat Muck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-18 - **Time:** 1:18:38–1:22:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck/chapter/national-backlash-against-ai-data-center-construction.md A growing national backlash against massive AI data centers is becoming a pivotal issue in the 2026 midterms, particularly in Ohio and Kentucky. Voters are concerned about the immense energy requirements and the impact on local farmland, with some ballot initiatives seeking to limit center size to 25 megawatts. In Kentucky, residents have voiced fears that AI is "anti-human" and lacks moral standards, leading to organized resistance against land buyouts. 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Donors share personal stories of how the show helped them navigate the COVID-19 era and their sadness over the show's upcoming conclusion. Adam Curry thanks the "No Agenda Nation" for their continued "time, talent, and treasure." Keywords: [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [challenge coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coin.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coffee.md), [resumes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resumes.md), ai automation ### Episode 1913 Outro and End of Show Mixes - **Episode:** [1913: Meat Muck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-18 - **Time:** 2:52:46–2:57:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck/chapter/episode-1913-outro-and-end-of-show-mixes.md Adam Curry concludes episode 1913, announcing that Dana Brunetti will co-host the following Thursday from a Tesla Cybertruck. The show ends with a series of "end of show mixes" by Vinnie Payne and Mellow D, featuring themes of AI and the show's 19-year legacy. Curry signs off with his traditional "Adios Mofos" as the music plays out the broadcast. Keywords: [dana brunetti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dana-brunetti.md), vinnie payne, mellow d, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outro.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md) ### CNBC Coverage of Agentic AI and Refrigerator Hacking - **Episode:** [1912: Chaos Dynamic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-15 - **Time:** 1:14:27–1:17:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic/chapter/cnbc-coverage-of-agentic-ai-and-refrigerator-hacking.md CNBC reports on the French refrigerator hacking incident, with commentators suggesting the involvement of "agentic AI" that could coordinate attacks on national food security. 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