# Brian Brushwood on The No Agenda Show

Brian Brushwood comes up in 35 chapters across 34 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2012 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 35
- **Episodes:** 34
- **Discussed:** May 2012 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Vasectomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vasectomy.md), [Leo Laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [Lobotomy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobotomy.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Twit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twit.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Humor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humor.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 35

### Florida Relocation and Personal Anecdotes

- **Episode:** [1908: Chivatican](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-01
- **Time:** 8:29–12:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican/chapter/florida-relocation-and-personal-anecdotes.md

Andrew Horowitz shares his decision to move from Long Island to Florida in 1987 at age 22 to escape New York winters. He describes the vibrant atmosphere of Fort Lauderdale during the spring break era and mentions his family life with his wife Jill and their three children. The hosts briefly discuss the pitfalls of themed cruises and the aging demographic of classic rock concerts.

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### No Agenda Meetups, Loneliness and Celebrity Guest Strategy

- **Episode:** [1881: Cow Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-28
- **Time:** 6:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel/chapter/no-agenda-meetups-loneliness-and-celebrity-guest-strategy.md

The hosts evaluate the success of recent No Agenda meetups in Berlin, Japan, and Australia, noting a shift away from "heads on sticks" props. Citing a message from Pastor Brian regarding a 57% loneliness rate among Americans, the discussion emphasizes the role of these gatherings in providing social connection. A new strategy is proposed to "up the ante" by encouraging producers to bring celebrity guests and implementing "gimmicks" like certificates or exclusive stickers from the No Agenda Sticker Club.

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### Vasectomies and Humor, Dinner Table Anecdotes

- **Episode:** [1838: Coup Afoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-29
- **Time:** 1:20:41–1:22:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot/chapter/vasectomies-and-humor-dinner-table-anecdotes.md

A personal anecdote from a dinner conversation suggests a correlation between men undergoing vasectomies and a subsequent loss of their sense of humor. The discussion references magician Brian Brushwood and jokes about the physical and personality changes associated with the procedure. The hosts invite feedback from listeners who have had the surgery to confirm or debunk this observation.

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### Brian Brushwood Podcast, The Troll Room and No Agenda Social

- **Episode:** [1356: Chest Feeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1356-chest-feeding.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-20
- **Time:** 1:10:14–1:13:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1356-chest-feeding/chapter/brian-brushwood-podcast-the-troll-room-and-no-agenda-social.md

One of the hosts recounts an appearance on Brian Brushwood's podcast, where the concept of the "Troll Room" (the show's live chat) was discussed. They promote the No Agenda Social network, a federated Mastodon instance, as a censorship-resistant alternative for the community.

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### Podcasting Seminars, Seattle Homelessness Crisis

- **Episode:** [1344: Jabs for Jesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1344-jabs-for-jesus.md)
- **Published:** 2021-05-07
- **Time:** 2:12:58–2:17:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1344-jabs-for-jesus/chapter/podcasting-seminars-seattle-homelessness-crisis.md

The hosts brainstorm the idea of conducting podcasting seminars together, despite never being invited to industry conferences. A donor from Washington State, Sir Rick, claims the title of Earl of Washington (excluding Seattle) and comments on the severe homelessness and sanitation issues in Seattle.

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### Brian Brushwood, YouTube Verification Removal

- **Episode:** [1175: Son of a Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1175-son-of-a-biden.md)
- **Published:** 2019-11-28
- **Time:** 1:39:04–1:41:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1175-son-of-a-biden/chapter/brian-brushwood-youtube-verification-removal.md

Magician and creator Brian Brushwood received notification from YouTube that his channel no longer meets the criteria for verified status. The hosts discuss YouTube's changing eligibility requirements and the impact on established creators who are being "unverified" by the platform.

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### Vasectomy Theory, Lobotomy Comparison and Show Outro

- **Episode:** [1150: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-30
- **Time:** 2:46:04–2:48:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice/chapter/vasectomy-theory-lobotomy-comparison-and-show-outro.md

The show concludes with a controversial theory comparing vasectomies to lobotomies, suggesting the procedure impacts male personality and humor. The hosts sign off with a final "adios mofos" and a musical mix featuring the "Drone Again" track.

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### Outro, Vasectomy Youth Theory Aside

- **Episode:** [1089: Puppet Mouth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1089-puppet-mouth.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-26
- **Time:** 2:44:07–2:49:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1089-puppet-mouth/chapter/outro-vasectomy-youth-theory-aside.md

The show concludes with a bizarre historical aside about 1920s medical beliefs that vasectomies could act as a "youth fix" for men. The hosts joke about the physical changes associated with the procedure before signing off for the day.

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### Listener Donations, Brian Brushwood "New Podcast" ISO

- **Episode:** [1051: Liberal World Order](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1051-liberal-world-order.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-16
- **Time:** 1:57:27–2:02:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1051-liberal-world-order/chapter/listener-donations-brian-brushwood-new-podcast-iso.md

The hosts play a high-pitched audio clip of Brian Brushwood shouting "Yes! I got a new podcast!" and adopt it as a new show meme. They read through a list of $50 donors, including Whitney Simon from St. Louis, who donated on behalf of her boyfriend Matt's birthday. Other donors include Sir Lucas of the Lost Bits and Ali G from Illinois.

Keywords: [brian brushwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-brushwood.md), ali g, [bastille day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bastille-day.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [st. louis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-louis.md)

### Vasectomy Myths, Brian Brushwood and Lobotomies

- **Episode:** [1026: DE-ISIS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1026-de-isis.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-19
- **Time:** 3:00:04–3:02:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1026-de-isis/chapter/vasectomy-myths-brian-brushwood-and-lobotomies.md

A host debunks myths regarding vasectomies, specifically addressing claims made by Brian Brushwood. The discussion touches on the history of the procedure, noting its use in the 1920s as a purported "youth fix." The tangent also compares the fad-like nature of early vasectomies to the history of lobotomies, which were once performed as simple outpatient procedures.

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### Vasectomies and the Fountain of Youth Myth

- **Episode:** [1025: Blotto in Biloxi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1025-blotto-in-biloxi.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-15
- **Time:** 2:00:05–2:06:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1025-blotto-in-biloxi/chapter/vasectomies-and-the-fountain-of-youth-myth.md

Following a donation from a producer undergoing a vasectomy, Dvorak shares a historical theory from the 1920s that vasectomies were once marketed as a "fountain of youth" procedure. He claims the procedure can soften male features, leading to what he calls an "old lesbian" look, and mentions his ongoing banter with Brian Brushwood on the subject.

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### Ronald McDonald House Charity Clay Shoot, Brian Brushwood Anecdote

- **Episode:** [979: Donna Gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-05
- **Time:** 7:28–11:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate/chapter/ronald-mcdonald-house-charity-clay-shoot-brian-brushwood-anecdote.md

A No Agenda team participated in the first Clay Classic charity shoot at the Texas Disposal Systems safari park to benefit Ronald McDonald House. The team included Brian Brushwood and Sir Gene, the Duke of Texas, who provided a high-end Italian shotgun. Despite initial skepticism about the participants' skills, Brian's wife, Bonnie, is noted as a particularly talented shooter.

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### Millennial Survey, Memes and John McCain, Dvorak Troll Farm

- **Episode:** [968: In the Saddle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/968-in-the-saddle.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-28
- **Time:** 1:51:40–1:54:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/968-in-the-saddle/chapter/millennial-survey-memes-and-john-mccain-dvorak-troll-farm.md

A casual survey of millennials revealed that while they are intimately familiar with internet memes, they are largely unaware of the broader sociological definition of the term. Regarding Senator John McCain, the surveyed group viewed him negatively, contradicting predictions that he would be seen as a "Bernie Sanders-like" figure. The host's newsletter is jokingly referred to as a "troll farm" for its effective use of political memes.

Keywords: [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [memes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memes.md), [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), [brian brushwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-brushwood.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md)

### Outro, Bitcoin from Heaven, Podcast Mix

- **Episode:** [952: iChip®](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/952-ichip.md)
- **Published:** 2017-08-03
- **Time:** 2:53:39–2:59:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/952-ichip/chapter/outro-bitcoin-from-heaven-podcast-mix.md

The show concludes with the hosts providing their contact information and PO Box details in Austin and El Cerrito. A musical montage follows, featuring a parody song "Bitcoin from Heaven" and various clips of the hosts and guests, including Brian Brushwood. The segment serves as the final sign-off for episode 952.

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### Moral Self-Licensing, Standing Rock Facebook Check-ins, Iranian Green Movement

- **Episode:** [874: Trump Trope](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/874-trump-trope.md)
- **Published:** 2016-11-04
- **Time:** 3:58–7:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/874-trump-trope/chapter/moral-self-licensing-standing-rock-facebook-check-ins-iranian-green-movement.md

The concept of moral self-licensing is examined through the lens of over one million people "checking in" at Standing Rock on Facebook to support pipeline protesters without being physically present. This behavior is compared to previous digital activism trends like the 2009 Iranian Green Movement and changing profile icons for various causes. Such actions are characterized as innocuous gestures that allow individuals to feel they have contributed to a cause while avoiding substantive action.

Keywords: [moral self-licensing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moral-self-licensing.md), [standing rock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/standing-rock.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [green movement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-movement.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [brian brushwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-brushwood.md)

### Lance Armstrong Podcast, Austin Podcaster Dinner

- **Episode:** [870: Yeezy Squeezy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/870-yeezy-squeezy.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-20
- **Time:** 3:05–12:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/870-yeezy-squeezy/chapter/lance-armstrong-podcast-austin-podcaster-dinner.md

Adam Curry recounts attending a dinner at the home of former cyclist Lance Armstrong in Austin, Texas, alongside other local podcasters like Dan Benjamin and Brian Brushwood. Armstrong is revealed to be hosting a podcast titled "WEDU" where he interviews figures such as Malcolm Gladwell. The narrative covers Armstrong's art collection, his reputation in the community, and his efforts to rebuild his public image through digital media.

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### Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak, Night Attack Crossover

- **Episode:** [860: Power Through](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/860-power-through.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-15
- **Time:** 8:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/860-power-through/chapter/adam-curry-and-john-c-dvorak-night-attack-crossover.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the broadcast from Austin, Texas and Northern Silicon Valley. Curry discusses his recent appearance on the Night Attack podcast with Brian Brushwood and Justin Robert Young, noting the significant audience crossover between the two shows. The hosts briefly mention the history of the Podcast Awards and the maturity of the No Agenda audience compared to other fanbases.

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### Scholastic Corporation, "Knight Attack" Podcast

- **Episode:** [851: Captain Talking Points](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/851-captain-talking-points.md)
- **Published:** 2016-08-14
- **Time:** 1:34:41–1:39:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/851-captain-talking-points/chapter/scholastic-corporation-knight-attack-podcast.md

John C. Dvorak promises an upcoming report on the Scholastic Corporation and its influence on public schools through textbooks and book fairs. A donor suggests Adam Curry should appear on the "Knight Attack" podcast with Brian Brushwood. The segment also features a $33,000 donation from Henry Cunningham, who credits the show with helping him avoid student loans.

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### Submariner Meetup and Circumcision Cultural Differences

- **Episode:** [803: Joe Hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/803-joe-hitler.md)
- **Published:** 2016-02-28
- **Time:** 5:06–10:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/803-joe-hitler/chapter/submariner-meetup-and-circumcision-cultural-differences.md

A listener meetup in Fayetteville featured two retired submariners who served on the same Trident boat. The conversation shifts to life aboard submarines and transitions into a discussion about the cultural history of circumcision in the United States versus the Netherlands. Personal anecdotes regarding gym class experiences and nicknames are shared.

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### World Vasectomy Day, Carbon Footprint and "All Juice No Seeds"

- **Episode:** [773: All Juice & No Seeds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/773-all-juice-no-seeds.md)
- **Published:** 2015-11-12
- **Time:** 2:54:13–2:58:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/773-all-juice-no-seeds/chapter/world-vasectomy-day-carbon-footprint-and-all-juice-no-seeds.md

The hosts discuss "World Vasectomy Day" and play a promotional video for the event. The video claims that a vasectomy reduces a person's carbon footprint 28 times more than other lifestyle changes. The hosts mock the "save the planet" angle of the procedure and the graphic descriptions used in the video, while noting that their friend Brian Brushwood participated in the event previously.

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