# Authentication on The No Agenda Show Authentication comes up in 29 chapters across 29 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 29 - **Episodes:** 29 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authenticity.md), [Certificate Of Authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/certificate-of-authenticity.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Social Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [Bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md), [Mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [Privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [Spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md), [Tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [Verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 29 ### Chatfishing, AI Flirting and Dating App Authenticity - **Episode:** [1891: We Need Memes!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-02 - **Time:** 59:59–1:05:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1891-we-need-memes/chapter/chatfishing-ai-flirting-and-dating-app-authenticity.md A new trend dubbed "chatfishing" involves dating app users employing AI chatbots to flirt and manage conversations with potential matches. The segment features interviews with women who detected "off" texting styles and em-dash usage that signaled AI intervention. The hosts reflect on the loss of authentic human interaction and the rise of bot-to-bot communication on the internet. Keywords: [dating apps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dating-apps.md), chatfishing, [ai chatbots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-chatbots.md), catfish, [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authenticity.md), romance scams ### Knighting Ceremony and New Baronial Titles - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 5:52:46–5:57:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/knighting-ceremony-and-new-baronial-titles.md The hosts conduct a formal knighthood and title change ceremony for high-level donors. New titles include the Baron of South Austin and the Baronet of Saxapahaw. A large group of new Knights and Dames is inducted into the roundtable, followed by instructions on how to claim custom No Agenda rings and certificates of authenticity from the official website. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [baronet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baronet.md), [round table](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-table.md), ring sizing, [certificate of authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/certificate-of-authenticity.md) ### Mimi's Tip of the Day, Password Management and Power of Attorney - **Episode:** [1849: Hose Water](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-08 - **Time:** 3:08:37–3:15:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water/chapter/mimi-s-tip-of-the-day-password-management-and-power-of-attorney.md In "Mimi's Tip of the Day," Mimi Smith-Dvorak stresses the critical importance of writing down computer PINs and passwords, sharing her struggle to access John's files during his hospitalization. She recommends using password managers like Bitwarden and ensuring spouses have a durable power of attorney. Adam Curry notes that even "operational security" experts like his wife Tina keep a physical backup of essential credentials. Keywords: [passwords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passwords.md), pin numbers, [two-factor authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/two-factor-authentication.md), bitwarden, power of attorney, [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md) ### Passkeys Authentication, Biometric Security Risks - **Episode:** [1787: O.G. Daffy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1787-o-g-daffy.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-03 - **Time:** 50:55–53:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1787-o-g-daffy/chapter/passkeys-authentication-biometric-security-risks.md Software developers on the Syntax podcast are criticized for enthusiastically embracing passkeys and biometric authentication. While the convenience of scanning a face or palm is touted, the discussion highlights the severe security risks of using unchangeable biological data. Concerns are raised about "attack vectors" where physical coercion could be used to unlock devices. Keywords: [passkeys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passkeys.md), [github](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/github.md), [biometric security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biometric-security.md), [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md), [authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authentication.md) ### TikTok Transgender Activism and Spiritual Evolution Claims - **Episode:** [1758: Scream Circle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1758-scream-circle.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-24 - **Time:** 1:08:39–1:12:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1758-scream-circle/chapter/tiktok-transgender-activism-and-spiritual-evolution-claims.md A series of TikTok clips features transgender individuals discussing their identity as "wildly evolved human beings" and "wisdom keepers." One creator claims that society will eventually "bow at their feet" for their spiritual authenticity, while another complains about the "emotional labor" of correcting people who misgender them. A third clip involves a transgender person recounting a deceptive interaction with a man at a bar regarding menstruation. Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [transgender](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transgender.md), [authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authenticity.md), [misgendering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/misgendering.md), spiritual wisdom, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) ### The Poisoning of Modern Digital Communication - **Episode:** [1618: Fat Leonard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1618-fat-leonard.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-21 - **Time:** 1:58:15–2:00:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1618-fat-leonard/chapter/the-poisoning-of-modern-digital-communication.md Digital communication platforms like Signal and Telegram are criticized for becoming cluttered with spam and political fundraising texts. The host argues that the utility of the mobile phone has been compromised by constant security threats and the selling of user data, leading to a preference for landlines and limited availability. Keywords: [signal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signal.md), [telegram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telegram.md), [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md), [two-factor authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/two-factor-authentication.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md) ### Merriam-Webster Word of the Year and "Authentic" - **Episode:** [1612: Global Donut](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-06 - **Time:** 2:13:11–2:15:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1612-global-donut/chapter/merriam-webster-word-of-the-year-and-authentic.md Merriam-Webster names "authentic" as the word of the year for 2023, citing high search volume. The hosts express skepticism about the dictionary's data and suggest that "indict" would have been a more culturally relevant choice given the year's news events. Keywords: [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [word of the year](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/word-of-the-year.md), authentic, [deepfake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deepfake.md), indict, [dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dictionary.md) ### Final Donations, Knighting Ceremony and Rings - **Episode:** [1570: Unbanked](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1570-unbanked.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-06 - **Time:** 2:35:02–2:43:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1570-unbanked/chapter/final-donations-knighting-ceremony-and-rings.md The final segment of donations includes contributions from listeners in Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Canada. The hosts perform a formal knighting ceremony for several producers and promote "No Agenda Rings," which come with a certificate of authenticity and sealing wax for supporters. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [no agenda rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-rings.md), [certificate of authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/certificate-of-authenticity.md), [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md) ### Knighting Ceremony and No Agenda Rings - **Episode:** [1530: Red Queen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-16 - **Time:** 2:23:47–2:26:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen/chapter/knighting-ceremony-and-no-agenda-rings.md Five producers were officially knighted or damed during a formal ceremony, receiving titles such as "Dame of the Absurd" and "Sir Plus the Expendable." The new knights and dames are eligible to receive custom "No Agenda" rings and certificates of authenticity. 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New knights receive a certificate of authenticity and sealing wax to use on their official correspondence. The ceremony serves as a formal recognition of the highest level of individual support within the show's "value for value" ecosystem. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [carmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carmel.md), [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [sealing wax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sealing-wax.md), [certificate of authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/certificate-of-authenticity.md) ### Twitter Blue and Payment Authentication Strategy - **Episode:** [1501: Under Salt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1501-under-salt.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-10 - **Time:** 1:14:30–1:22:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1501-under-salt/chapter/twitter-blue-and-payment-authentication-strategy.md Elon Musk outlines a plan to use the $8 monthly Twitter Blue subscription as a tool for "payment authentication" rather than just verification. By requiring a payment method, the platform creates a "Know Your Customer" (KYC) layer that makes it prohibitively expensive for bad actors to operate large-scale bot networks. This shift aims to prioritize content from authenticated human users in search and replies. Keywords: [twitter blue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter-blue.md), [kyc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kyc.md), [authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authentication.md), [bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md), [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md), [verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md) ### TikTok Onboarding, LexisNexis Data - **Episode:** [1482: Gorby Chips](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1482-gorby-chips.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-01 - **Time:** 2:14:01–2:16:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1482-gorby-chips/chapter/tiktok-onboarding-lexisnexis-data.md TikTok is reportedly using LexisNexis for its user onboarding and account authentication services. This partnership allows the social media platform to verify real identities while providing LexisNexis with a vast new stream of user data for its various information products. Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), lexisnexis, [data privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-privacy.md), [authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authentication.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md) ### Twitter Authentication and Universal Digital ID - **Episode:** [1446: That 70's Podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-28 - **Time:** 26:26–30:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1446-that-70-s-podcast/chapter/twitter-authentication-and-universal-digital-id.md Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey have discussed the need to differentiate between real users and bot farms to understand the true "mood" of the public. A theory is proposed that Musk will transition Twitter into a verified platform requiring government-issued identification for all users. This could evolve into a universal authentication system or "digital passport" that governments would purchase to track public opinion and identity. Keywords: [jack dorsey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-dorsey.md), [authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authentication.md), [digital id](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-id.md), [bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md), [verification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verification.md), [biometric data](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biometric-data.md) ### PayPal Account Freezes, Customer Service Authentication Issues - **Episode:** [1398: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice.md) - **Published:** 2021-11-11 - **Time:** 4:13–6:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1398-gender-justice/chapter/paypal-account-freezes-customer-service-authentication-issues.md The conversation shifts to recurring technical and administrative hurdles with PayPal, where the show's account is frequently blocked for "authenticity issues." While the hosts praise the efficiency of PayPal's phone support in resolving these blocks, they speculate that specific employees may be manually flagging the account. They emphasize the vulnerability of relying on digital payment processors that function as primary banking institutions for independent media. Keywords: [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), account freeze, [customer service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/customer-service.md), [authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authentication.md), digital banking ### Sir Proteus, Credential Technology, Decentralized Social Media - **Episode:** [1275: Hypocrite Oath](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-06 - **Time:** 1:25:06–1:29:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath/chapter/sir-proteus-credential-technology-decentralized-social-media.md Sir Proteus was knighted for his work in developing "protean credential technology," a patented system designed to eliminate centralized data breaches. He is currently building a decentralized content distribution platform using blockchain and IPFS, with plans to open-source the project by the end of 2020. His work aims to provide a secure, decentralized alternative to traditional social media networks. Keywords: sir proteus, [blockchain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blockchain.md), [ipfs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipfs.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/authentication.md) ### Lockpicking, Two-Factor Authentication, and Old Hats - **Episode:** [1139: Mooch and Stoll](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1139-mooch-and-stoll.md) - **Published:** 2019-05-23 - **Time:** 2:14:12–2:16:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1139-mooch-and-stoll/chapter/lockpicking-two-factor-authentication-and-old-hats.md Cliff Stoll shares his delight in the popularity of "capture the flag" events and lockpicking among security professionals. He mentions having a master-keyed Schlage lock on his own front door after learning the skill from a friend. Despite his interest, Stoll considers himself an "old hat" in the field, comparing himself to Dwight Eisenhower talking about modern politics. Keywords: lockpicking, [two-factor authentication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/two-factor-authentication.md), capture the flag, schlage, computer security, old hat ### Portland Airport Dog Relief, Corporate Buzzwords - **Episode:** [1041: Hairy Mary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1041-hairy-mary.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-11 - **Time:** 1:29:18–1:33:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1041-hairy-mary/chapter/portland-airport-dog-relief-corporate-buzzwords.md A listener reports on the installation of indoor dog relief areas at the Portland (PDX) airport, featuring fake grass and fire hydrants. The discussion touches on the "Keep Portland Weird" slogan and its origins in Austin. 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Unlike conventional politicians who follow disciplined planning, Trump fills the legislative vacuum with his own instincts to avoid the perception of "going native" in Washington. This approach creates uncertainty within the Republican agenda but maintains his connection to his followers. 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