# Airpods on The No Agenda Show Airpods comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2016 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** November 2016 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Hearing Loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hearing-loss.md), [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Audiologist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audiologist.md), [Blood Pressure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blood-pressure.md), [Dallas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dallas.md), [Decibels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/decibels.md), [Ear Protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ear-protection.md), [Engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/engineering.md), [Heart Rate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-rate.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### JCD's Tech Commentary and Memorial Service Reflections - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 36:21–40:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/jcd-s-tech-commentary-and-memorial-service-reflections.md Jason Calacanis and Adam Curry reflect on John C. Dvorak's role as a "tech contrarian" who intentionally baited Apple loyalists to improve products through criticism. Curry describes Dvorak's memorial service, noting that every speaker had a story about how Dvorak helped their career. They conclude that Dvorak's public persona was a mix of a "bit" and a genuine desire to see better engineering in the tech industry. Keywords: [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [steve jobs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-jobs.md), [airpods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airpods.md), [void zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/void-zero.md) ### Apple iPhone 17 and AirPods Pro 3 Launch - **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-11 - **Time:** 1:30:28–1:32:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/apple-iphone-17-and-airpods-pro-3-launch.md Apple unveiled its new product lineup, including the iPhone 17, Apple Watch Series 11, and AirPods Pro 3. The new devices feature health-monitoring capabilities such as high blood pressure alerts and heart rate sensing. The hosts criticize the lack of promised AI features and the increasing size and weight of the flagship phones. Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), iphone 17, airpods pro 3, apple watch series 11, [blood pressure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blood-pressure.md), [heart rate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-rate.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md) ### Podcast Introduction and Headphone Ear Discomfort - **Episode:** [1653: Twigs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1653-twigs.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-21 - **Time:** 2:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1653-twigs/chapter/podcast-introduction-and-headphone-ear-discomfort.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program from Texas and Northern Silicon Valley. Curry describes experiencing "headphone ear" due to prolonged use of over-the-ear monitoring equipment during production. The hosts briefly discuss the trade-offs between high-fidelity monitoring and the comfort of consumer devices like AirPods. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [texas hill country](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-hill-country.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), remco, [airpods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airpods.md), audio quality control ### Exploding AirPods, Lithium Batteries and Show Outro - **Episode:** [1580: Coup Map](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1580-coup-map.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-10 - **Time:** 3:03:34–3:10:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1580-coup-map/chapter/exploding-airpods-lithium-batteries-and-show-outro.md A Florida man reported that his Apple AirPods began smoking and then exploded while he was working out at a gym. This incident adds to a growing number of reports concerning lithium battery failures in small consumer electronics. The show concludes with a musical mix by Doug Long and a reminder of the next broadcast from Amsterdam. Keywords: apple airpods, lithium battery, [tampa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tampa.md), [lawsuit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuit.md), [outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/outro.md) ### Hearing Loss Isolation and Social Stigma - **Episode:** [1276: Standard Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1276-standard-man.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-10 - **Time:** 7:44–10:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1276-standard-man/chapter/hearing-loss-isolation-and-social-stigma.md A friend from Dallas sought help after his family noticed he was becoming inattentive due to undiagnosed hearing loss. Testing revealed a "ski slope" hearing deficiency where frequencies above 500 hertz were nearly undetectable. The individual had been attempting to compensate using Apple AirPods and the iPhone's microphone feature before transitioning to professional hearing aids. Keywords: [hearing loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hearing-loss.md), [audiologist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audiologist.md), [airpods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airpods.md), [social isolation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-isolation.md), [dallas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dallas.md) ### Hearing Damage, Concert Decibels, AirPod Overuse - **Episode:** [1157: Carbon Captions](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1157-carbon-captions.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-25 - **Time:** 10:07–12:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1157-carbon-captions/chapter/hearing-damage-concert-decibels-airpod-overuse.md Younger generations may be suffering from permanent hearing damage due to over-amplified music concerts that exceed 140 decibels. The constant use of Apple AirPods and other in-ear devices is also suspected of altering how the brain processes sound, leading to a future reliance on hearing aids. Keywords: [hearing loss](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hearing-loss.md), [airpods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airpods.md), [decibels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/decibels.md), [ear protection](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ear-protection.md), [tinnitus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tinnitus.md) ### Podcast Studio Build, OLED Displays, Hearing Loss - **Episode:** [875: No Brexit For You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/875-no-brexit-for-you.md) - **Published:** 2016-11-06 - **Time:** 1:08:56–1:11:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/875-no-brexit-for-you/chapter/podcast-studio-build-oled-displays-hearing-loss.md Adam Curry discusses the progress of his new digital podcast studio, mentioning the use of OLED displays. 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