# Armonk on The No Agenda Show

Armonk comes up in 8 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2009 to November 2022.

- **Chapters:** 8
- **Episodes:** 6
- **Discussed:** November 2009 – November 2022
- **Related topics:** [Ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Cold War](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [No Agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [Curry Family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curry-family.md), [Family](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family.md), [Funeral](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/funeral.md), [Gitmo Nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md)

## Chapters 1–8 of 8

### Biden Visit to Syracuse and IBM Investment

- **Episode:** [1501: Under Salt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1501-under-salt.md)
- **Published:** 2022-11-10
- **Time:** 47:28–49:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1501-under-salt/chapter/biden-visit-to-syracuse-and-ibm-investment.md

President Biden visits Syracuse, New York, to highlight a $100 billion investment by Micron to manufacture semiconductor chips. During his remarks, he struggles to recall the name of IBM's headquarters in Armonk, New York. The President's frequent references to his time in law school at Syracuse University are noted as a recurring theme in his regional speeches.

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### IBM Headquarters, Armonk History, Podcast Schedule Changes

- **Episode:** [1445: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-24
- **Time:** 4:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers/chapter/ibm-headquarters-armonk-history-podcast-schedule-changes.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show from Armonk, New York, discussing the history of IBM's global headquarters moving to the area in the 1950s due to nuclear attack fears. They discuss the local real estate in Westchester County and debate changing the podcast's recording time to accommodate different time zones.

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### Family Dynamics and New York City Vaccine Mandates

- **Episode:** [1406: Birthing Comrade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1406-birthing-comrade.md)
- **Published:** 2021-12-09
- **Time:** 48:37–52:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1406-birthing-comrade/chapter/family-dynamics-and-new-york-city-vaccine-mandates.md

A personal anecdote illustrates the social divide caused by vaccine mandates during the planning of a family burial in Armonk, New York. Despite being close, family members who are vaccinated often fail to realize the extent of restrictions placed on the unvaccinated, such as being barred from hotels and restaurants in New York City. The story highlights the "hypnosis" of the vaccinated population regarding the loss of freedom for others.

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### Curry Family, Vaccine Conflict and Funeral Planning

- **Episode:** [1344: Jabs for Jesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1344-jabs-for-jesus.md)
- **Published:** 2021-05-07
- **Time:** 1:03:11–1:10:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1344-jabs-for-jesus/chapter/curry-family-vaccine-conflict-and-funeral-planning.md

Adam Curry shares a personal struggle regarding a family email thread about his late father's funeral in Armonk, New York. His relatives, including former CIA and NASA employees, express strong pro-vaccine views and fear of the unvaccinated. Curry discusses the ethical dilemma of attending the ceremony while remaining unvaccinated.

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### IBM Armonk Headquarters and Cold War Nuclear Safety

- **Episode:** [331: Ricin Beans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans.md)
- **Published:** 2011-08-18
- **Time:** 0:02–2:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/331-ricin-beans/chapter/ibm-armonk-headquarters-and-cold-war-nuclear-safety.md

IBM moved its headquarters from New York City to Armonk, New York, during the 1950s due to fears of a Soviet nuclear attack. Research at the time suggested the location was one of the safest in the country regarding wind patterns and radioactive fallout. The area is currently noted for its high concentration of hedge fund managers.

Keywords: [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [armonk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/armonk.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md), [nuclear war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-war.md), fallout, [cold war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cold-war.md)

### Curry and Dvorak Open Episode 148 from Armonk and Silicon Valley

- **Episode:** [148: Adam Gets Kicked Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/148-adam-gets-kicked-out.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-15
- **Time:** 0:01–2:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/148-adam-gets-kicked-out/chapter/curry-and-dvorak-open-episode-148-from-armonk-and-silicon-valley.md

Adam Curry broadcasts from a La Quinta Inn in Armonk, New York, while John C. Dvorak joins from Northern Silicon Valley for episode 148 of the No Agenda show. The hosts discuss the early morning recording time and Curry's experience with the hotel's self-service waffle station. They establish the "Church of No Agenda" theme for the Sunday morning session.

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### IBM Headquarters Location and Cold War Nuclear Strategy

- **Episode:** [148: Adam Gets Kicked Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/148-adam-gets-kicked-out.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-15
- **Time:** 4:27–6:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/148-adam-gets-kicked-out/chapter/ibm-headquarters-location-and-cold-war-nuclear-strategy.md

The International Business Machines (IBM) headquarters is located in Armonk, New York, due to strategic decisions made during the 1950s and 60s. A historical study suggested moving the headquarters out of Manhattan to protect the company from a potential nuclear strike. The hosts debate whether the location would actually remain safe from survivors fleeing a destroyed New York City.

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### Show Outro and Final Funding Plea from Armonk

- **Episode:** [148: Adam Gets Kicked Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/148-adam-gets-kicked-out.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-15
- **Time:** 1:23:33–1:25:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/148-adam-gets-kicked-out/chapter/show-outro-and-final-funding-plea-from-armonk.md

Adam Curry concludes the broadcast from his hotel room in Armonk as he is asked to check out by staff. The hosts remind listeners to visit the website to support the show before the next episode on Thursday. They sign off with their traditional credits from upstate New York and Silicon Valley.

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