# Api on The No Agenda Show Api comes up in 47 chapters across 46 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 47 - **Episodes:** 46 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [Twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [Automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [Podcast Index](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-index.md), [Social Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [Truth Social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md), [Alexa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexa.md), [Amazon Echo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-echo.md), [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 47 ### AI-Controlled Sonos and the Open Ear Experience - **Episode:** [1907: One Shotted](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-27 - **Time:** 1:25:43–1:27:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted/chapter/ai-controlled-sonos-and-the-open-ear-experience.md Frustrated by the failing Sonos app, Adam Curry used his Muse AI to write a custom application that controls his home audio system via a developer account. Jason Calacanis discusses the "open ear" experience of modern audio wearables, which allow users to listen to podcasts while remaining aware of their surroundings. They debate whether glasses or ear-based devices will win the consumer hardware war. Keywords: [sonos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sonos.md), [muse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muse.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [smart home](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smart-home.md), [audio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio.md) ### Global AI Frontier Model Outage, API Error 529 - **Episode:** [1900: Trust The Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-03 - **Time:** 10:59–11:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan/chapter/global-ai-frontier-model-outage-api-error-529.md A major synchronized outage affected multiple frontier AI companies including Anthropic, OpenAI, and XAI, resulting in widespread API Error 529 messages. The disruption extended to other services such as Cloudflare, Gemini, and Protonmail. The simultaneous nature of these failures across different platforms is noted as highly unusual. Keywords: [anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [xai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xai.md), [cloudflare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloudflare.md), [gemini](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gemini.md), [protonmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protonmail.md), api error ### Data Center Latency, Bitcoin Mining - **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-27 - **Time:** 2:17:53–2:23:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/data-center-latency-bitcoin-mining.md The importance of data center proximity for low latency is discussed, particularly in high-frequency trading and social media influence. The hosts suggest that if the AI boom fades, the massive power infrastructure built for data centers could be repurposed for large-scale Bitcoin mining. Keywords: [latency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/latency.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [bitcoin mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin-mining.md), api access, [truth social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md) ### AI Business Automation, "We Get To Do This" Podcast - **Episode:** [1894: Fever Concerns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-13 - **Time:** 1:40:11–1:42:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns/chapter/ai-business-automation-we-get-to-do-this-podcast.md A host explains how he used AI to automate the back-office operations for his podcast "We Get To Do This." By using "robot" assistants to integrate Stripe and PayPal APIs, he created a system to manage donations and spreadsheets without manual entry. This automation is presented as a way to streamline small businesses and reduce administrative friction. Keywords: [stripe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stripe.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), api tokens, [newsletters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletters.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Senator Chris Murphy, Truth Social API and Insider Trading Claims - **Episode:** [1891: We Need Memes!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-02 - **Time:** 21:05–31:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes/chapter/senator-chris-murphy-truth-social-api-and-insider-trading-claims.md Senator Chris Murphy criticized a new Truth Social subscription service that provides early API access to Donald Trump's posts for $100,000 per month. Murphy characterized the service as a "criminal syndicate" allowing Wall Street firms to engage in legal insider trading by gaining information milliseconds before the public. The hosts argue that similar APIs exist on platforms like X and that the service is a standard capitalist data product rather than a bribe. Keywords: [chris murphy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-murphy.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [truth social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [insider trading](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insider-trading.md), [high frequency trading](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-frequency-trading.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md) ### David Pakman, Trump Media and High Frequency Trading - **Episode:** [1891: We Need Memes!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-02 - **Time:** 31:47–39:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes/chapter/david-pakman-trump-media-and-high-frequency-trading.md Progressive commentator David Pakman detailed the financial implications of the Truth Social API, noting that Trump Media offers a discounted rate of $60,000 per month for three-year commitments. The discussion focuses on how high-frequency trading algorithms utilize millisecond advantages to execute trades based on market-moving announcements. The hosts speculate on the risks of AI misinterpreting typos in Trump's posts, which could lead to rapid financial losses. Keywords: [david pakman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-pakman.md), [trump media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-media.md), [truth social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [high frequency trading](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-frequency-trading.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [market volatility](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/market-volatility.md) ### Algerian Saharan Crude, Oil Viscosity, Pacific Refinery - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 2:17:40–2:20:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/algerian-saharan-crude-oil-viscosity-pacific-refinery.md The hosts discuss the quality of various crude oils, identifying Algerian Saharan crude as the best in the world due to its low sulfur content and high API viscosity. A host recalls his time as an air pollution inspector at the now-shuttered Pacific Refinery, which processed similar low-sulfur Bolivian crude. Keywords: algerian saharan crude, pacific refinery, oil viscosity, [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [sulfur](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sulfur.md) ### AI Bots and Spam Overwhelming the Podcast Index - **Episode:** [1857: Teen Takeover](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-05 - **Time:** 1:57:24–2:00:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover/chapter/ai-bots-and-spam-overwhelming-the-podcast-index.md Dave Jones and Sir Paul Couture are reportedly battling an influx of AI-generated spam and bots targeting the Podcast Index and the No Agenda Art Generator. These automated systems are spinning up hundreds of "dreck" podcasts and uploading low-quality or offensive AI art, forcing significant technical migrations to protect the platform's resources. Keywords: [dave jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dave-jones.md), [paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paul-couture.md), [podcast index](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-index.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [ai art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-art.md), bot spam ### Silicon Valley AI Circle Jerk, Data Center Power - **Episode:** [1850: Error Bars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-12 - **Time:** 1:41:47–1:44:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1850-error-bars/chapter/silicon-valley-ai-circle-jerk-data-center-power.md The AI industry is characterized as a "circle jerk" where Nvidia funds startups that in turn use the capital to buy Nvidia hardware. The hosts highlight the massive environmental and infrastructure costs of data centers being built across the U.S. to support non-profitable AI ventures. Keywords: [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), api pricing ### ClaudeBot Open Source AI, Token Consumption Costs - **Episode:** [1843: Token Muncher](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-15 - **Time:** 18:56–22:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1843-token-muncher/chapter/claudebot-open-source-ai-token-consumption-costs.md An experiment with ClaudeBot, an open-source AI program hosted on a Linux server, reveals significant reliability issues. The bot reportedly hallucinated news stories and gaslighted the user when corrected. Furthermore, the high cost of API token consumption is highlighted, with the host "burning through" $20 in credits for a simple task, leading to the label "Token Muncher." Keywords: claudebot, [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), digitalocean, [telegram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telegram.md), api tokens ### OpenClaude and AI Generated Content Slop - **Episode:** [1839: Feces Thesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-01 - **Time:** 1:37:24–1:40:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis/chapter/openclaude-and-ai-generated-content-slop.md The rise of "OpenClaude" and other decentralized AI agents has led to security concerns, with thousands of instances reportedly hacked due to exposed API keys. Meanwhile, major advertisers are pressuring YouTube to clean up "slop"—low-quality, AI-generated content—that is flooding the platform. Google faces a dilemma as it provides the tools to create this content while struggling to manage its distribution. Keywords: openclaude, [ai agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-agents.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), digital ocean, api keys, [slop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slop.md) ### Uber Battery Level and Personalized Pricing Allegations - **Episode:** [1827: CIS-Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-21 - **Time:** 1:41:35–1:47:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar/chapter/uber-battery-level-and-personalized-pricing-allegations.md Allegations have surfaced that Uber may charge higher prices to users whose smartphone batteries are nearly dead, capitalizing on their urgent need for a ride. While Uber denies this, the hosts discuss how apps can access battery level APIs on Android and iOS without explicit user permission. They conclude that the smartphone is the primary "attack vector" for behavioral data collection and price manipulation. Keywords: [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), battery api, personalized pricing, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [smartphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smartphone.md) ### Apple API Changes and Podcast Index - **Episode:** [1786: Best Exit Strategies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-31 - **Time:** 1:38:06–1:39:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies/chapter/apple-api-changes-and-podcast-index.md Apple's sudden changes to its podcasting API caused significant disruptions for third-party app developers. The hosts discuss how "PodcastIndex.org" serves as a vital independent alternative to Apple's centralized directory. Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [podcast index](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-index.md), [monetization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monetization.md), [app developers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/app-developers.md), [exit strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exit-strategy.md) ### No Agenda Value for Value, Podcast Index API - **Episode:** [1737: Wrong Puberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1737-wrong-puberty.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-09 - **Time:** 1:50:03–1:57:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1737-wrong-puberty/chapter/no-agenda-value-for-value-podcast-index-api.md The hosts discuss the "Value for Value" funding model and the technical operations of the Podcast Index. They address the issue of AI companies scraping podcast feeds for "owner email" tags to send spam, noting that the Podcast Index API intentionally hides this information. The segment reinforces the show's independence from traditional advertising and its reliance on producer support. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [podcast index](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-index.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md) ### Elon Musk's Twitter Rate Limits and No Agenda Social - **Episode:** [1569: Hydrating](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1569-hydrating.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-02 - **Time:** 1:33:31–1:38:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1569-hydrating/chapter/elon-musk-s-twitter-rate-limits-and-no-agenda-social.md Elon Musk implements rate limits on Twitter, restricting the number of posts users can view daily to combat data scraping. The hosts criticize these moves, along with the removal of public access to tweets for non-logged-in users, as detrimental to the platform's health. They promote No Agenda Social and the Mastodon network as decentralized alternatives for followers to stay connected without corporate restrictions. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), knitter ### Twitter Lightning Network Integration, Michael Savage Podcast - **Episode:** [1384: Code Red](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1384-code-red.md) - **Published:** 2021-09-23 - **Time:** 1:35:55–1:38:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1384-code-red/chapter/twitter-lightning-network-integration-michael-savage-podcast.md Twitter is reportedly integrating the Strike API and the Lightning Network for streaming payments, a system similar to the one used in Podcasting 2.0. The hosts also mention that Michael Savage has joined the Podcasting 2.0 ecosystem. They emphasize the "value-for-value" model as the only way to remain independent of corporate interests. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [lightning network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lightning-network.md), strike api, [michael savage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-savage.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md) ### Robotic Process Automation, Plaid, Consumer Data Rights - **Episode:** [1209: Rewilding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1209-rewilding.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-23 - **Time:** 2:24:39–2:27:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1209-rewilding/chapter/robotic-process-automation-plaid-consumer-data-rights.md Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technology allows companies like Plaid to access bank accounts by simulating human users, often requiring users to share their login credentials. While Australia has legislated "Consumer Data Rights" to give users control over their financial data via standard APIs, U.S. users remain vulnerable. Security experts recommend using two-factor authentication and changing passwords to prevent unauthorized account scraping. Keywords: robotic process automation, [plaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plaid.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [data security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-security.md) ### Password Security, API Vulnerabilities and Digital Literacy - **Episode:** [1199: Slackified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-19 - **Time:** 2:13:39–2:17:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified/chapter/password-security-api-vulnerabilities-and-digital-literacy.md The security vulnerabilities of the Ring system are discussed, including potential API exploits and the exposure of Wi-Fi passwords during setup. The hosts argue that the public lacks basic digital literacy, often using easily guessable passwords like "password." They defend non-technical users who are simply following literal instructions during device setup. Keywords: [password security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/password-security.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [digital literacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-literacy.md), [ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ring.md), [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md) ### WhatsApp Popularity in Europe, Python Script API Ban - **Episode:** [1197: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1197-fossil-fools.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-12 - **Time:** 6:26–9:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1197-fossil-fools/chapter/whatsapp-popularity-in-europe-python-script-api-ban.md A host describes being permanently banned from WhatsApp after attempting to use a Python library to automate message forwarding to a server. Despite the ban, the platform remains the dominant communication tool in Europe, even on modern flip phones favored by millennials. The story highlights the rigid enforcement of API policies by major tech companies and the lack of recourse for users who make technical mistakes. Keywords: [whatsapp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whatsapp.md), [python](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/python.md), [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [api](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/api.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) ### Twitter Algorithm and Shadowbanning Concerns - **Episode:** [1185: Resilience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1185-resilience.md) - **Published:** 2019-10-31 - **Time:** 2:40:43–2:43:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1185-resilience/chapter/twitter-algorithm-and-shadowbanning-concerns.md The hosts discuss why their tweets are not appearing in followers' feeds, speculating that the Twitter algorithm may be flagging their accounts as bots. Adam Curry notes that his use of the API to post show art and his lack of a "blue checkmark" may be contributing to his low visibility. 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