# Austin on The No Agenda Show

Austin comes up in 1387 chapters across 850 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2008 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 1387
- **Episodes:** 850
- **Discussed:** March 2008 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Silicon Valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [Meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [No Agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [Steve Adler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-adler.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 1387

### Sir Matthew Wells and the Reverend Al Supercut

- **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-30
- **Time:** 1:50:35–1:55:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sir-matthew-wells-and-the-reverend-al-supercut.md

Sir Matthew Wells, a Black Knight from Austin, recalls being "hit in the mouth" by Adam Curry's appearance on InfoWars. He requests a "Reverend Al Supercut" and the "You're going to need a Bitcoin" jingle. The supercut features various media figures mispronouncing names and making dire predictions about "sequestration" and "all hell breaking loose."

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### Sir Xenonymous and the Final South Austin Peerage

- **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-30
- **Time:** 3:44:00–3:45:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sir-xenonymous-and-the-final-south-austin-peerage.md

The final segment features donations from Stuart Fawcett in Liverpool and Jay Codicini, Baron of South Austin. Sir Raptor is elevated to Viscount of the Sun Sphere. The producers express their sadness at the show's conclusion while celebrating the incredible legacy left by the hosts over 19 years.

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### Political Shifts and the California Exodus to Texas

- **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-25
- **Time:** 48:29–52:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/political-shifts-and-the-california-exodus-to-texas.md

Jason Calacanis explains his move from California to Texas, citing "woke bullshit," high taxes, and the homelessness crisis in San Francisco as primary drivers. He describes himself as a "90s Democrat" who values law and order and fiscal conservatism. The group discusses how the tech industry's perception of entrepreneurs shifted from admiration to contempt in California, leading to a "red-pilling" of many business leaders.

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### Housing Costs and the Death of the American Dream

- **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-25
- **Time:** 1:01:02–1:03:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/housing-costs-and-the-death-of-the-american-dream.md

Jason Calacanis identifies housing affordability as the single biggest threat to the American Dream. He compares the restrictive building environment in California to the more open market in Austin, Texas, where housing prices have decreased due to new inventory. He argues that when young people cannot afford homes, they naturally turn toward socialist solutions and government subsidies.

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### Formula One in Austin and EVTOL Safety

- **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-25
- **Time:** 1:31:23–1:34:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/formula-one-in-austin-and-evtol-safety.md

Adam Curry mentions being invited to fly in a Chinook helicopter for the Formula One race in Austin but declining. This leads to a discussion about the history of helicopter disasters in Manhattan and the future of Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (EVTOL) aircraft. Jason Calacanis argues that EVTOLs will be safer than traditional helicopters due to redundant rotors, despite skepticism from the rest of the group.

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### Sir Ross Reynolds and Sir Jeff of the Closed Loop

- **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-25
- **Time:** 3:27:14–3:30:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/sir-ross-reynolds-and-sir-jeff-of-the-closed-loop.md

Ross Reynolds of Hayes County, Texas, is knighted, recalling his role in organizing the first Austin No Agenda meetup at Austin Beer Works. Sir Jeff from Cincinnati reflects on listening to the show through high school, marriage, and the birth of his sons. The segment emphasizes the show's role as a "steady hand" through nearly two decades of life changes for its listeners.

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### Adam Curry's Nephew and the Arby's Disappointment

- **Episode:** [1913: Meat Muck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-18
- **Time:** 1:58:09–2:00:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck/chapter/adam-curry-s-nephew-and-the-arby-s-disappointment.md

Adam Curry recounts a story of his nephew Matteo visiting from Tuscany and insisting on trying Arby's after seeing the "We Have the Meats" commercials. Accustomed to high-quality Italian cooking over open fires, Matteo was immediately disappointed by the quality of the fast food. The anecdote serves as a critique of American food advertising versus the reality of processed meat products.

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### Rob Dew Guest Appearance and Austin Elite Culture

- **Episode:** [1909: Immune Amnesia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1909-immune-amnesia.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-04
- **Time:** 0:00–9:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1909-immune-amnesia/chapter/rob-dew-guest-appearance-and-austin-elite-culture.md

Rob Dew joins the program from the Texas Hill Country to discuss media deconstruction and upcoming "October surprises." The conversation covers the elitism of Austin, Texas, and the logistical frustrations of the Austin City Limits (ACL) music festival. A comparison is drawn between the spiritual atmosphere of local drum circles and the drug-heavy culture of Burning Man.

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### Austin Haircut Anecdote and Trump Derangement Syndrome

- **Episode:** [1908: Chivatican](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-01
- **Time:** 1:53:21–1:59:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican/chapter/austin-haircut-anecdote-and-trump-derangement-syndrome.md

Adam Curry shares a story about getting his hair cut in Austin, where his stylist wore Meta's Ray-Ban "creeper glasses." The stylist recounted a failed date with a man who suffered from "Trump Derangement Syndrome," eventually sending her "Heil Orange Hitler" texts. Curry posits that many people use hatred of Trump as a socially acceptable outlet for personal trauma and compares modern politics to the television series "The West Wing."

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### J.D. Vance on PPP Loan Fraud and Taxpayer Theft

- **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-17
- **Time:** 41:29–43:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/j-d-vance-on-ppp-loan-fraud-and-taxpayer-theft.md

J.D. Vance proposes suspending hundreds of thousands of people from federal loan programs if they are caught stealing from taxpayers. The discussion critiques the widespread fraud associated with COVID-era PPP loans, noting how many recipients used the funds for personal luxury items like boats and jet skis.

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### Non-Practicing White Identity and White Privilege

- **Episode:** [1903: Non-Practicing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-13
- **Time:** 1:00:40–1:03:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing/chapter/non-practicing-white-identity-and-white-privilege.md

Adam Curry introduces the humorous term "non-practicing white" to describe his stance on identity politics. He recounts a 2012 dinner party in Austin where a professor accused him of white privilege. Curry argues that the term provides a way to opt out of racialized social conversations and critiques the performative nature of modern academic discourse.

Keywords: [white privilege](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-privilege.md), [identity politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-politics.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [lori frick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lori-frick.md), social theory

### Tesla Cyber Taxi, FCC Investigation and Prank

- **Episode:** [1901: Neighbor Narcs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs.md)
- **Published:** 2026-09-06
- **Time:** 1:53:02–1:57:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs/chapter/tesla-cyber-taxi-fcc-investigation-and-prank.md

A news report claims the Tesla Cyber Taxi is under federal investigation just one day after launching in Austin, Texas, due to a lack of traditional controls like steering wheels. Rob Dew attempts to prank Adam Curry with a fake audio clip of a Cyber Taxi using biometrics to "detain" a passenger for a 15-year-old police match. Curry quickly identifies the clip as a "vibe coded" fabrication, noting that the taxis do not yet travel to the airport.

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### California Exodus and the Urban Decay of San Francisco

- **Episode:** [1899: Asymmetric Intimacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-30
- **Time:** 9:13–16:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy/chapter/california-exodus-and-the-urban-decay-of-san-francisco.md

Jason Calacanis describes his move from California to Texas, citing the decline of New York and San Francisco into what he terms "socialist lunacy" and rising crime. The discussion focuses on the fentanyl crisis and homelessness in West Coast cities, with Calacanis arguing that current policies enable addiction rather than providing compassion. He contrasts the American approach with Japan's family-centric social recovery systems.

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### Adam Curry and Rob Dew Open Episode 1896

- **Episode:** [1896: Just Dew It](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1896-just-dew-it.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-20
- **Time:** 3:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1896-just-dew-it/chapter/adam-curry-and-rob-dew-open-episode-1896.md

Adam Curry opens the first full episode since the passing of co-host John C. Dvorak, reflecting on the one-month anniversary of the loss. Sir Ducifer, also known as Rob Dew, joins as a special guest to help steer the show. The hosts discuss their history with the No Agenda Roundtable and Dew's previous work with InfoWars.

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### Austin and Memphis Meetup Audio, Recalibrating BS Detectors

- **Episode:** [1893: En Banc](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1893-en-banc.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-09
- **Time:** 2:54:29–2:58:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1893-en-banc/chapter/austin-and-memphis-meetup-audio-recalibrating-bs-detectors.md

Additional meetup reports from Austin and Memphis feature producers thanking Dvorak for "recalibrating their BS detectors." One producer noted that NewsGuard reduced the New York Times' credibility score after he reported on Dvorak's birthday. The atmosphere at High Cotton Brewing in Memphis was described as a mix of mourning and celebration.

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### Global No Agenda Meetup Schedule for JCD

- **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-06
- **Time:** 2:16:43–2:22:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/global-no-agenda-meetup-schedule-for-jcd.md

A comprehensive list of No Agenda meetups is read, spanning locations from Raleigh and London to Bangkok and Amsterdam. These gatherings are specifically organized to celebrate the life of John C. Dvorak. Listeners are encouraged to visit noagendameetups.com to find local events or start their own.

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### Sir C Sharp of Dot Net, South Austin Baronetcy

- **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-24
- **Time:** 2:04:56–2:06:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/sir-c-sharp-of-dot-net-south-austin-baronetcy.md

Sir C Sharp of Dot Net contributed $1,052.62, bringing his total lifetime contribution to over $3,200 and qualifying him for a Baronetcy. He requested the territory of South Austin and admitted he initially hoped the news of John C. Dvorak's death was a elaborate "donation scheme." The donor has been a listener for 14 years, following Dvorak across multiple podcasting platforms.

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### Delta-KLM Flight Experience, Adam Curry's Recognition

- **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-02
- **Time:** 3:30–5:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/delta-klm-flight-experience-adam-curry-s-recognition.md

Adam Curry recounts his travel experience flying from Austin to Amsterdam on a Delta-KLM codeshare flight. He describes an interaction with a flight attendant who recognized him not as a media figure, but as the father of his daughter, Christina. The anecdote serves as a humorous reflection on his past fame and current status.

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### Dutch Media Requests and Fredericksburg Tourism

- **Episode:** [1876: Screwball](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-11
- **Time:** 11:06–12:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball/chapter/dutch-media-requests-and-fredericksburg-tourism.md

Dutch radio and television stations have requested interviews regarding the World Cup games in Dallas. The logistics of traveling between Dallas, Austin, and Fredericksburg are discussed, highlighting the influx of a million annual tourists to Fredericksburg and the desire for privacy from local residents.

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### Title Changes, Survivor of Aneurysm

- **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-26
- **Time:** 2:29:05–2:32:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/title-changes-survivor-of-aneurysm.md

Several producers received official title changes, including "Survivor of Aneurysm" for a producer who recently overcame a life-altering medical event. Another producer was dubbed "Baron of South Austin" after reaching a significant donation threshold. The hosts also discussed the process for replacing lost "Knight rings" through the show's staff.

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