# Buzz Out Loud on The No Agenda Show Buzz Out Loud comes up in 6 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to March 2022. - **Chapters:** 6 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – March 2022 - **Related topics:** [Molly Wood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molly-wood.md), [Tom Merritt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-merritt.md), [Cnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnet.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Commute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commute.md), [Cranky Geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), [Free Speech Tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech-tv.md), [Hall Of Fame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hall-of-fame.md), [Ipod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipod.md), [Marketplace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketplace.md) ## Chapters 1–6 of 6 ### Podcasting 2.0 and the Legacy of Buzz Out Loud - **Episode:** [1434: Second Lady](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-17 - **Time:** 2:15:47–2:20:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady/chapter/podcasting-2-0-and-the-legacy-of-buzz-out-loud.md A donation from a long-time listener prompted a look back at the early days of tech podcasting, specifically Molly Wood and Tom Merritt's "Buzz Out Loud" on CNET. Molly Wood's potential induction into a podcasting Hall of Fame was discussed, acknowledging her role as a pioneer in the video podcast space. The hosts contrasted these legacy media origins with the current push for decentralized Podcasting 2.0 technology. Keywords: [molly wood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molly-wood.md), [tom merritt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-merritt.md), [cnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnet.md), [buzz out loud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-out-loud.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [hall of fame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hall-of-fame.md) ### Molly Wood, Marketplace and Tech Media Gossip - **Episode:** [709: Terror Factory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/709-terror-factory.md) - **Published:** 2015-04-02 - **Time:** 1:31:36–1:34:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/709-terror-factory/chapter/molly-wood-marketplace-and-tech-media-gossip.md Molly Wood reportedly left The New York Times to join the NPR show "Marketplace" as a senior tech correspondent. This news emerged from a 10th-anniversary event for the "Buzz Out Loud" podcast held at the Hack Five studios. Other tech media figures, including Tom Merritt and Victoria Belmont, were present, reflecting shifts in the landscape of technology journalism and podcasting. Keywords: [molly wood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molly-wood.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [marketplace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketplace.md), [tom merritt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-merritt.md), [buzz out loud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-out-loud.md) ### San Francisco Corporate Meetings and Productivity - **Episode:** [207: What do you call Soy milk?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk.md) - **Published:** 2010-06-10 - **Time:** 11:52–13:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/207-what-do-you-call-soy-milk/chapter/san-francisco-corporate-meetings-and-productivity.md Frustration is expressed regarding the time-consuming nature of corporate meetings in San Francisco following a stint at Cranky Geeks. Despite attempts to avoid administrative obligations by appearing on Buzz Out Loud, a three-hour block of back-to-back meetings proved physically draining. The experience highlights a preference for independent work over traditional office environments. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [cranky geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), [buzz out loud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-out-loud.md), corporate meetings, [productivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/productivity.md), nick mack ### Podcast Sociology, Listener Retention Patterns - **Episode:** [37: Where's The Beef?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/37-where-s-the-beef.md) - **Published:** 2008-06-28 - **Time:** 1:26:54–1:32:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/37-where-s-the-beef/chapter/podcast-sociology-listener-retention-patterns.md The sociology of podcast listening suggests that regularity and "mainlining" a show's conversation are key to building a loyal audience. However, long-form shows face the risk of listener burnout if the content becomes repetitive or the quality dips. Unlike traditional marketing rules, lost podcast listeners often return to a show after a hiatus, as they remain "one click away" through their subscription software. Keywords: [sociology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sociology.md), listener loyalty, the gilmore gang, [buzz out loud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-out-loud.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Free Speech TV, Gay News and CNET Buzz Out Loud - **Episode:** [14: Neelis Kroes Is Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/14-neelis-kroes-is-hot.md) - **Published:** 2008-01-27 - **Time:** 13:45–17:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/14-neelis-kroes-is-hot/chapter/free-speech-tv-gay-news-and-cnet-buzz-out-loud.md A review of alternative media networks highlights Free Speech TV and its "Gay News" segment, which is noted for its practice of outing public figures. The visual style of this programming is compared to the CNET podcast "Buzz Out Loud," hosted by Tom Merritt and Molly Wood. The conversation touches on the experience of finally seeing the physical appearance of long-time podcast hosts and how it often differs from the listener's mental image. Keywords: [free speech tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech-tv.md), [cnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnet.md), [buzz out loud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-out-loud.md), [tom merritt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-merritt.md), [molly wood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/molly-wood.md), gay news ### Podcast Consumption Habits and Commute Timing - **Episode:** [14: Neelis Kroes Is Hot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/14-neelis-kroes-is-hot.md) - **Published:** 2008-01-27 - **Time:** 17:04–19:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/14-neelis-kroes-is-hot/chapter/podcast-consumption-habits-and-commute-timing.md The length of podcast episodes is identified as a critical factor in listener retention, as many users match their consumption to the duration of their daily commutes. A "wizard" concept is proposed that would automatically curate a playlist of tech, sports, and news based on a user's specific travel time. The hosts reject a listener's request to split their hour-long show into two parts, emphasizing the flexibility of digital playback. Keywords: [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [commute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commute.md), [ipod](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipod.md), [buzz out loud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzz-out-loud.md), [tech 5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-5.md), [user experience](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/user-experience.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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