# Beards on The No Agenda Show

Beards comes up in 25 chapters across 25 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2011 to July 2025.

- **Chapters:** 25
- **Episodes:** 25
- **Discussed:** January 2011 – July 2025
- **Related topics:** [Rhino The Bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md), [Kickstarter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kickstarter.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [No Agenda Stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [Small Business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [Void Zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/void-zero.md), [Abbottabad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbottabad.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 25

### TSA Evasion Kits and Facial Recognition Countermeasures

- **Episode:** [1786: Best Exit Strategies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-31
- **Time:** 19:58–21:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1786-best-exit-strategies/chapter/tsa-evasion-kits-and-facial-recognition-countermeasures.md

The hosts propose a "No Agenda TSA Evasion Kit" designed to defeat facial recognition technology. The kit would include third-eye stickers, googly eyeglasses, and "Taliban beards" to confuse biometric sensors. They discuss manufacturing the items cheaply in China for high-margin resale.

Keywords: [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), [facial recognition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-recognition.md), taliban beard, third eye, googly eyes, [exit strategy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exit-strategy.md)

### St. Patrick's Day Donations and Small Business Shout-outs

- **Episode:** [1434: Second Lady](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady.md)
- **Published:** 2022-03-17
- **Time:** 2:07:07–2:12:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady/chapter/st-patrick-s-day-donations-and-small-business-shout-outs.md

A series of donations themed around St. Patrick's Day included mentions of upcoming celestial events like the "flower moon" lunar eclipse. Producers also used the platform to promote small businesses, such as the 8-Bit Beard Company and an Etsy shop selling PVC Velcro patches. These segments serve as a community hub for listeners to share personal milestones and business ventures.

Keywords: [st. patrick's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-patrick-s-day.md), [lunar eclipse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-eclipse.md), 8-bit beard company, [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md)

### Executive Producer Donations, Small Business Support

- **Episode:** [1349: Wappie](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1349-wappie.md)
- **Published:** 2021-05-23
- **Time:** 1:17:30–1:31:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1349-wappie/chapter/executive-producer-donations-small-business-support.md

A series of high-value donations from "Executive Producers" included a $1,000 contribution from a producer in Franklin, Texas, and a significant donation from a former Goldman Sachs employee who transitioned to running a distillery and a bread bank. Other producers used their notes to promote small businesses like 8-Bit Beard Co and HD Leadership, demonstrating the show's role in networking for independent entrepreneurs.

Keywords: franklin texas, [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), brick tucky bourbon, 8-bit beard co

### No Agenda Social, Art Generator Search

- **Episode:** [1299: King Mitch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-01
- **Time:** 1:59:20–2:03:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1299-king-mitch/chapter/no-agenda-social-art-generator-search.md

The hosts promote NoAgendaSocial.com as an alternative to mainstream social media. They recount a frustrating experience using Google to search the No Agenda Art Generator for Thanksgiving-themed artwork, noting that different users received inconsistent search results for the same keywords. Mountain J is thanked for providing the final cover art.

Keywords: [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [rhino the bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md), [google search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-search.md), [art generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-generator.md), [mountain j](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mountain-j.md)

### Media Figures Working from Home and the "Virtue Signaling" Beard

- **Episode:** [1237: Imbleachment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1237-imbleachment.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-30
- **Time:** 1:56:32–2:01:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1237-imbleachment/chapter/media-figures-working-from-home-and-the-virtue-signaling-beard.md

The hosts observe a trend of male media figures growing beards while working from home, which they characterize as "childish" virtue signaling. John Dvorak explains the reality of daily television grooming requirements, while Adam Curry mocks the "poor babies" for refusing to shave. A donation from John Waldorf in honor of his late father leads to a discussion on maintaining a healthy amygdala.

Keywords: john waldorf, [grooming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grooming.md), [beards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beards.md), network tv, [amygdala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amygdala.md)

### No Agenda Stream, Episode 1142 Artwork

- **Episode:** [1143: Nance in the Hood](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1143-nance-in-the-hood.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-06
- **Time:** 1:16:07–1:18:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1143-nance-in-the-hood/chapter/no-agenda-stream-episode-1142-artwork.md

The hosts highlight the 24/7 No Agenda stream and the contributions of artists like Sir Andrew Gardner, who provided the artwork for episode 1142. The image depicted Robert Mueller as Moses holding stone tablets. Listeners are encouraged to visit the art generator to participate in the show's visual branding.

Keywords: [noagendastream.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noagendastream-com.md), [void zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/void-zero.md), [rhino the bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md), [andrew gardner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-gardner.md), [bob mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-mueller.md)

### Australian Exchange Rates and the Douchebag Beard

- **Episode:** [1095: Yeah No](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1095-yeah-no.md)
- **Published:** 2018-12-17
- **Time:** 1:25:12–1:32:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1095-yeah-no/chapter/australian-exchange-rates-and-the-douchebag-beard.md

The "Australian Rules" for donations are explained, where the show provides full credit for Australian and Canadian dollars despite the exchange rate. A detailed anecdote from Sir Chris Wilson in Sydney describes being mistaken for a homeless person due to his "douchebag beard" and plaster-covered clothes.

Keywords: [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [exchange rate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/exchange-rate.md), [chris wilson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-wilson.md), douchebag beard, [sydney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sydney.md)

### Milestone Episode 1000 and New Year Programming Notes

- **Episode:** [995: Missile by Nike](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/995-missile-by-nike.md)
- **Published:** 2018-01-02
- **Time:** 5:11–6:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/995-missile-by-nike/chapter/milestone-episode-1000-and-new-year-programming-notes.md

The podcast approaches its 1000th episode milestone, with plans to celebrate both episode 999 and 1000. A programming note highlights that Rhino the Bearded will host an annual top 100 year-end show on the No Agenda Stream immediately following the current broadcast.

Keywords: [episode 1000](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/episode-1000.md), [rhino the bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md), [no agenda stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-stream.md), programming note, [milestone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/milestone.md)

### Vienna Meetup and the Knight of the Non-Hipster Man Beard

- **Episode:** [791: Shunt Unit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/791-shunt-unit.md)
- **Published:** 2016-01-17
- **Time:** 1:06:10–1:10:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/791-shunt-unit/chapter/vienna-meetup-and-the-knight-of-the-non-hipster-man-beard.md

Yael Ossowski, a journalist based in Vienna, is knighted as the "Knight of the Non-Hipster Man Beard" after reaching the $1,000 donation threshold. Ossowski proposes a No Agenda meetup in Vienna involving schnitzels and beer, highlighting the show's international reach among "millennial slaves."

Keywords: [vienna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vienna.md), [austria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austria.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), man beard, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

### Rhino the Bearded's European Tour

- **Episode:** [753: Office of Suck It Up](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/753-office-of-suck-it-up.md)
- **Published:** 2015-09-03
- **Time:** 1:36:11–1:38:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/753-office-of-suck-it-up/chapter/rhino-the-bearded-s-european-tour.md

Rhino the Bearded is currently touring Europe and hosting live music events in Amsterdam. The tour is supported by the No Agenda community and features live streams of the performances.

Keywords: [rhino the bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md), [amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [live music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/live-music.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [europe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/europe.md), [void zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/void-zero.md)

### Barbara Walters, Fidel Castro Interview, Shaving the Beard

- **Episode:** [682: Sir Duke Don Tomaso Di Toronto Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/682-sir-duke-don-tomaso-di-toronto-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-01
- **Time:** 2:39:21–2:41:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/682-sir-duke-don-tomaso-di-toronto-presents/chapter/barbara-walters-fidel-castro-interview-shaving-the-beard.md

Barbara Walters' historical interviews with Fidel Castro are revisited, including her story of sitting with a gun in her lap while traveling through the Sierra Maestra mountains. A clip features Castro's past claim that he would shave his beard if the U.S. lifted the embargo. The hosts call for the aging dictator to finally follow through on the promise.

Keywords: [barbara walters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-walters.md), [fidel castro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fidel-castro.md), sierra maestra, gun, beard, [embargo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/embargo.md)

### Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak on Hipster Beard Trends

- **Episode:** [660: Clog the Pipes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/660-clog-the-pipes.md)
- **Published:** 2014-10-12
- **Time:** 4:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/660-clog-the-pipes/chapter/adam-curry-and-john-c-dvorak-on-hipster-beard-trends.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 660 of the No Agenda show from FEMA Region 6 and Northern Silicon Valley. Curry discusses his decision to grow a beard at the request of his wife, Mickey, noting a current trend among hipsters. The hosts reference a Twitter post by Mickey regarding marital dynamics and the wisdom of following a wife's instructions.

Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [beards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beards.md), [hipsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hipsters.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [mickey curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mickey-curry.md)

### Wearable Tech Issues and Geekatoo SEO

- **Episode:** [636: Appification Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/636-appification-generation.md)
- **Published:** 2014-07-20
- **Time:** 2:12:57–2:17:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/636-appification-generation/chapter/wearable-tech-issues-and-geekatoo-seo.md

The tech segment covers problems with wearable devices lighting up in movie theaters and the utility of gaffer tape for fixing various issues. Adam Curry describes his experience using "Geekatoo," a service that successfully used SEO to intercept customers searching for Geek Squad. He notes the service was significantly cheaper and more efficient for mounting a television in his new home.

Keywords: [wearables](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wearables.md), [gaffer tape](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaffer-tape.md), [geek squad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geek-squad.md), geekatoo, [seo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seo.md), chris beard

### Syrian MiG Shot Down, Fighter Pilot Requirements

- **Episode:** [435: Hillary Doesn't Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat.md)
- **Published:** 2012-08-16
- **Time:** 45:20–48:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat/chapter/syrian-mig-shot-down-fighter-pilot-requirements.md

The hosts analyze footage of a Syrian MiG allegedly shot down by rebels with light weaponry. They express skepticism regarding the captured pilot's appearance, noting he lacks a flight suit and has a beard. Dvorak explains that fighter pilots cannot have facial hair due to oxygen mask seal requirements and fire hazards.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), mig-23, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), fighter pilot, oxygen safety, [beards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beards.md)

### Knighting Ceremony, Rino the Bearded and Josh

- **Episode:** [427: Huma-Gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/427-huma-gate.md)
- **Published:** 2012-07-19
- **Time:** 2:11:42–2:13:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/427-huma-gate/chapter/knighting-ceremony-rino-the-bearded-and-josh.md

Adam Curry performs a formal knighting ceremony for producers who donated $1,000 or more. The new knights include Rino the Bearded (Ryan Breedlove), Matthew Carey (for his son Josh), and Chris Potter. Curry bestows the titles and discusses the "hookers and blow" escrow for the younger recipient.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), rino the bearded, [matthew carey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-carey.md), chris potter, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

### Islamist Victory in Egypt, Religious Beard Customs

- **Episode:** [376: Party@Ecropolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-22
- **Time:** 1:49:56–1:52:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis/chapter/islamist-victory-in-egypt-religious-beard-customs.md

Islamist parties have secured over 70% of the seats in the new Egyptian parliament, a development the hosts note has received little mainstream media attention. The discussion briefly touches on the religious significance of beards in Islam and compares the custom to those of Orthodox Judaism.

Keywords: [egypt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/egypt.md), islamist parties, [muslim brotherhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/muslim-brotherhood.md), [beards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beards.md), religious customs

### Curry Dvorak 2016, Presidential Campaign Launch

- **Episode:** [336: Tesla Dome](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/336-tesla-dome.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-04
- **Time:** 2:06:28–2:13:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/336-tesla-dome/chapter/curry-dvorak-2016-presidential-campaign-launch.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak jokingly announce their intention to run for President and Vice President in the 2016 election. Their platform includes protecting the Constitution, deporting certain media figures like Fareed Zakaria, and turning C-SPAN into a reality show. They suggest Molly Wood for Secretary of State and Rino the Bearded for Secretary of Defense, proposing a "Crackpot and Buzzkill" ticket.

Keywords: curry dvorak 2016, [presidential election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-election.md), [molly wood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molly-wood.md), rino the bearded, [campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign.md)

### No Agenda PR, Shill Placement Service, Urban Dictionary

- **Episode:** [327: Aromatic Poo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/327-aromatic-poo.md)
- **Published:** 2011-08-04
- **Time:** 44:57–48:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/327-aromatic-poo/chapter/no-agenda-pr-shill-placement-service-urban-dictionary.md

The "No Agenda Nation" shill placement service is introduced as a tool to help listeners find jobs via a Craigslist backdoor. Additionally, the hosts celebrate the inclusion of the phrase "In the morning" in the Urban Dictionary and thank Rhino the Bearded for his work on the show's cover art and merchandise.

Keywords: digital blackwater, [rick perry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rick-perry.md), [craigslist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/craigslist.md), [urban dictionary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/urban-dictionary.md), [rhino the bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md)

### Bin Laden Home Videos and Gray Beard Revelation

- **Episode:** [302: Web Savvy Wolf](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/302-web-savvy-wolf.md)
- **Published:** 2011-05-08
- **Time:** 41:34–44:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/302-web-savvy-wolf/chapter/bin-laden-home-videos-and-gray-beard-revelation.md

The Pentagon releases silent home video footage of Osama bin Laden watching himself on television in his Abbottabad compound. The hosts mock the media's fixation on the fact that Bin Laden's beard appeared gray in the unedited footage compared to his propaganda videos.

Keywords: [osama bin laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md), [abbottabad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abbottabad.md), home videos, [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), beard dye

### No Agenda Promotion, Domain Names and Global Reach

- **Episode:** [301: Code 33](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/301-code-33.md)
- **Published:** 2011-05-05
- **Time:** 11:13–16:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/301-code-33/chapter/no-agenda-promotion-domain-names-and-global-reach.md

Listener "Rhino the Bearded" is highlighted for a school project promoting the show via noagendacovers.com. Several new domain names, including luciferclinton.com and various "sonofabitch.co" addresses, are now forwarding to the main show site. The hosts also acknowledge Ryan Treby's radio show in Perth, Western Australia, and the growth of noagendanation.com.

Keywords: [rhino the bearded](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhino-the-bearded.md), smartpeople.com, luciferclinton.com, [perth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perth.md), [western australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/western-australia.md)

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