# Candy on The No Agenda Show

Candy comes up in 37 chapters across 35 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2010 to April 2026.

- **Chapters:** 37
- **Episodes:** 35
- **Discussed:** May 2010 – April 2026
- **Related topics:** [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Little John's Candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Gigawatt Coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), [Mitt Romney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mitt-romney.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Halloween](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/halloween.md), [Jeff Zucker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-zucker.md), [Osama Bin Laden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/osama-bin-laden.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 37

### Little John's Candies, Post Office Media Mail Dispute

- **Episode:** [1856: CIS Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-02
- **Time:** 2:04:30–2:07:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1856-cis-lunar/chapter/little-john-s-candies-post-office-media-mail-dispute.md

A shipment of "Little John's Candies" and "Gigawatt Coffee" was received, though one host is currently restricted from consuming them due to health reasons. A separate delivery of "artisan pool water" sent via "Media Mail" caused a confrontation at the post office, as the USPS clerk identified the shipment as a violation of the discounted rate. The hosts urge listeners not to "rip off" the post office when sending items.

Keywords: [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md), [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), media mail, [usps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usps.md), pool water, [tina the keeper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tina-the-keeper.md)

### No Agenda Value-for-Value Model and AI Art Critique

- **Episode:** [1835: Greenland Gambit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1835-greenland-gambit.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-18
- **Time:** 1:46:05–1:55:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1835-greenland-gambit/chapter/no-agenda-value-for-value-model-and-ai-art-critique.md

The hosts discuss the "Value-for-Value" funding model and the Podcasting 2.0 initiative, emphasizing independence from traditional advertising. A critique of AI-generated music and art follows, with a preference expressed for human soul and technical skill, citing saxophonist Candy Dolfer as an example. The segment also recognizes "Comicstripblogger" for AI-assisted cover art that avoids the typical "AI slop" aesthetic.

Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [ai music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-music.md), candy dolfer, [comicstripblogger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comicstripblogger.md)

### Nostalgia for Pre-Digital Childhood, Tobacco Marketing and Rolling Cigarettes

- **Episode:** [1831: Donroe Doctrine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1831-donroe-doctrine.md)
- **Published:** 2026-01-04
- **Time:** 1:48:51–1:53:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1831-donroe-doctrine/chapter/nostalgia-for-pre-digital-childhood-tobacco-marketing-and-rolling-cigarettes.md

The hosts reminisce about childhood before digital technology, mentioning candy cigarettes, playing cards in bicycle spokes, and 8mm film. The conversation shifts to personal histories with smoking, including rolling "Drum" tobacco and the cultural appeal of French "Galois" cigarettes. They dismiss the idea that tobacco companies made food more addictive, attributing the shift to general marketing expertise.

Keywords: [nostalgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nostalgia.md), candy cigarettes, drum tobacco, galois, [childhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood.md)

### Associate Executive Producers, Little John's Candies and Peerage

- **Episode:** [1829: Zoomerwaffen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-28
- **Time:** 2:21:44–2:37:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen/chapter/associate-executive-producers-little-john-s-candies-and-peerage.md

The hosts continue reading donations from Associate Executive Producers, including a promotion for Little John's Candies and Gigawatt Coffee. The North Idaho Sanity Brigade provides an update on their hyper-local podcasting efforts. The segment concludes with the formal "knighting" ceremony for new members of the No Agenda Roundtable and a reminder of the peerage levels available to donors.

Keywords: [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md), [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), north idaho sanity brigade, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md)

### Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Ceremony

- **Episode:** [1827: CIS-Lunar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-21
- **Time:** 2:19:47–2:38:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1827-cis-lunar/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-knighting-ceremony.md

The hosts acknowledge high-tier donors, including the No Agenda Shop and James Moran, who contributed to the show's production. A new knight, Sir D (Darius Miller), is inducted into the No Agenda Round Table following a $1,000 cumulative donation. The segment includes promotional mentions for community-run businesses like Gigawatt Coffee Roasters and Little John's Candies as part of the Value for Value exchange.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [no agenda shop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-shop.md), [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md)

### Donor Recognition, Little John's Candies and La Jolla Salt

- **Episode:** [1825: MUK-Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-14
- **Time:** 2:26:05–2:32:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra/chapter/donor-recognition-little-john-s-candies-and-la-jolla-salt.md

The final segment of donor thank-yous features Little John's Candies, which is offering a "10% save, 10% donate" promotion for the holidays. La Jolla Salt Corporation and Linda Lou Patkin of Image Makers Inc are also highlighted for their ongoing support. The hosts emphasize the importance of these "Value for Value" contributions in keeping the show operational without traditional advertising.

Keywords: [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md), [la jolla salt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/la-jolla-salt.md), [image makers inc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/image-makers-inc.md), [resumes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resumes.md), [toffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toffee.md)

### Executive Producer Credits, Australian Lamb Tips

- **Episode:** [1822: Kohanna](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1822-kohanna.md)
- **Published:** 2025-12-04
- **Time:** 2:23:55–2:33:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1822-kohanna/chapter/executive-producer-credits-australian-lamb-tips.md

Executive and Associate Executive Producers are thanked for their financial support, including a $300 donation from Baroness Kelly. A cooking tip suggests that Australian "spring lamb" is best purchased in November due to the seasonal flip in the southern hemisphere. Christopher Graves promotes Little John's Candies, offering a discount code for listeners.

Keywords: rick gervais, [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [lamb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lamb.md), [new zealand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-zealand.md), [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md)

### Small Business Support and Italian Plastering

- **Episode:** [1820: Tokyo Rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1820-tokyo-rose.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-27
- **Time:** 2:42:07–2:48:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1820-tokyo-rose/chapter/small-business-support-and-italian-plastering.md

Donations from small business owners, including Little John's Candies and Gigawatt Coffee, are acknowledged. The hosts promote listener-owned businesses ranging from professional resume writing to high-end Italian plastering and wallpapering in California.

Keywords: [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md), [gigawatt coffee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gigawatt-coffee.md), italian plastering, [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md), [resumes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/resumes.md)

### Little John's Candies, San Francisco Refugees and English Toffee

- **Episode:** [1735: Old Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1735-old-bag.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-02
- **Time:** 2:22:28–2:25:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1735-old-bag/chapter/little-john-s-candies-san-francisco-refugees-and-english-toffee.md

Christopher from Little John's Candies is recognized for his donation and his move from San Francisco to Fiddletown to escape "poop and needles." The 100-year-old family business handcrafts English toffee and other candies using original recipes from the 1920s. Listeners are offered a discount code for the online store.

Keywords: [little john's candies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-john-s-candies.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), fiddletown, english toffee, molasses chips, [business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/business.md)

### Candy Cane Lane and Jingle Smells Holiday Movies

- **Episode:** [1615: Day One Dictator](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-10
- **Time:** 2:14:45–2:16:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator/chapter/candy-cane-lane-and-jingle-smells-holiday-movies.md

Eddie Murphy's new Christmas film "Candy Cane Lane" is praised for its watchability and production value. In contrast, the Sean Hannity-produced film "Jingle Smells," released on Rumble, is noted for its focus on Christian values and conservative themes.

Keywords: [eddie murphy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eddie-murphy.md), candy cane lane, [sean hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-hannity.md), jingle smells, [rumble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rumble.md)

### Fast Food Industry, Sugar Companies and Market Speculation

- **Episode:** [1606: Food Noise](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise.md)
- **Published:** 2023-11-09
- **Time:** 45:34–47:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1606-food-noise/chapter/fast-food-industry-sugar-companies-and-market-speculation.md

A speculative debate on whether weight loss drugs will hurt the bottom line of candy and fast food companies. One host suggests the industry will fight back with negative studies, while the other argues that thin people may feel empowered to eat more sweets, potentially boosting sugar sales.

Keywords: [fast food](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fast-food.md), [sugar industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sugar-industry.md), candy companies, [market trends](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/market-trends.md), [short selling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/short-selling.md)

### Swedish Fish Candy, Grocery Outlet Bargains

- **Episode:** [1588: Swedish Fish](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1588-swedish-fish.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-07
- **Time:** 2:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1588-swedish-fish/chapter/swedish-fish-candy-grocery-outlet-bargains.md

The hosts open the program with a critique of Swedish Fish candy, which was purchased on sale at a Grocery Outlet. One host describes the flavor as merely "red dye number four" and notes that even in Sweden, where the candy originates, the product is ubiquitous but unappealing.

Keywords: [swedish fish](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/swedish-fish.md), [grocery outlet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grocery-outlet.md), [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [candy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/candy.md), food criticism

### Rainbow Fentanyl and the War on Halloween

- **Episode:** [1508: 2022 Best of End of Show Mixes Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special.md)
- **Published:** 2022-12-01
- **Time:** 3:22:07–3:24:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1508-2022-best-of-end-of-show-mixes-special/chapter/rainbow-fentanyl-and-the-war-on-halloween.md

School districts across the country cancel Halloween celebrations, citing concerns over "rainbow fentanyl" pills that look like candy. Officials warn that brightly colored fentanyl is an "urgent threat" to children, while some critics in the montage view the warnings as a "war on Halloween." The segment explores the intersection of drug safety concerns and the traditional holiday festivities.

Keywords: [rainbow fentanyl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rainbow-fentanyl.md), [halloween](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/halloween.md), [candy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/candy.md), drug threat, school districts

### 1970s Cultural Cycle and the Movie Candy

- **Episode:** [1437: Bruce Force](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1437-bruce-force.md)
- **Published:** 2022-03-27
- **Time:** 1:25:20–1:29:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1437-bruce-force/chapter/1970s-cultural-cycle-and-the-movie-candy.md

A discussion on the return of 1970s aesthetics, including platform shoes and bell-bottoms, leads to an analysis of the 1968 film *Candy*. The movie, featuring Richard Burton and Ringo Starr, is described as a trippy satire of Hollywood hypocrisy and the "guru" culture of the era.

Keywords: 1970s fashion, candy movie, richard burton, terry southern, bell bottoms

### Proximity Marketing and De-anonymization via Sound

- **Episode:** [1028: Roscoe!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1028-roscoe.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-26
- **Time:** 1:25:59–1:29:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1028-roscoe/chapter/proximity-marketing-and-de-anonymization-via-sound.md

Ultrasonic tones are being used in sporting events and concerts to coordinate phone flashes and in mobile games like Candy Crush to track ad exposure. Security experts warn that this technology can de-anonymize users on privacy-focused platforms like the Tor browser by linking a desktop session to a nearby smartphone's ID. This "ultrasonic cross-device tracking" allows advertisers to build comprehensive profiles based on environmental audio cues.

Keywords: proximity marketing, candy crush, tor browser, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), ultrasonic tones

### Associate Executive Producer Credits and Ant Candy Tasting

- **Episode:** [892: Foot Stomp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/892-foot-stomp.md)
- **Published:** 2017-01-08
- **Time:** 1:18:46–1:23:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/892-foot-stomp/chapter/associate-executive-producer-credits-and-ant-candy-tasting.md

Sir Tim of Tasmania is credited as an Associate Executive Producer for a donation based on his newborn's name in ASCII code. The hosts also discuss a gift from "Nurse Caitlin" consisting of chocolate-flavored "farm ants." Adam Curry tastes the ant candy live on air, describing the texture as crunchy and the flavor as surprisingly peppery or fiery, while Dvorak jokes about the future of insects as a food source.

Keywords: sir tim, [tasmania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tasmania.md), [nurse caitlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nurse-caitlin.md), ant candy, [edible insects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edible-insects.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md)

### Candy Crowley Obama Interview, Putin Chess Master

- **Episode:** [691: Ten Minute Timer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/691-ten-minute-timer.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-29
- **Time:** 2:30:16–2:35:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/691-ten-minute-timer/chapter/candy-crowley-obama-interview-putin-chess-master.md

In one of her final interviews for CNN, Candy Crowley questions President Obama on whether he is being "rolled" by foreign leaders like Vladimir Putin. Obama defends his record, citing the collapse of the Russian currency as evidence that Putin is not a "chess master" outmaneuvering the West. The hosts analyze Obama's use of the third person during the exchange.

Keywords: [candy crowley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/candy-crowley.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md)

### Obama's Evolving Rhetoric, Cyber Vandalism vs Act of War

- **Episode:** [680: Sir Thomas Nussbaum presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-21
- **Time:** 1:09:04–1:11:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/680-sir-thomas-nussbaum-presents/chapter/obama-s-evolving-rhetoric-cyber-vandalism-vs-act-of-war.md

President Obama clarified his stance on the Sony hack during an interview with Candy Crowley, labeling the incident "cyber vandalism" rather than an "act of war." The administration's rhetoric shifted from blaming "cyber hackers" to specifically naming North Korea while downplaying the military implications. Obama emphasized that the U.S. would not be intimidated by such attacks in the future.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [candy crowley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/candy-crowley.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), cyber vandalism, [act of war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/act-of-war.md)

### Candy Crush, Parliament Ethics Scandal

- **Episode:** [678: Sir London Foley Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-14
- **Time:** 3:01:45–3:05:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents/chapter/candy-crush-parliament-ethics-scandal.md

A British Member of Parliament was caught playing Candy Crush for over two hours during a committee meeting. Rather than disciplining the MP, the House of Commons launched an investigation into the person who took the photograph, citing a breach of parliamentary rules. The incident is used to illustrate the lack of accountability for elected officials and the misplaced priorities of government oversight.

Keywords: candy crush, [parliament](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parliament.md), [ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ethics.md), [whistleblowing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowing.md), [house of commons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-of-commons.md)

### Candy Crowley CNN Departure, Sandy Hook House

- **Episode:** [676: #955251](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/676-955251.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-07
- **Time:** 2:40:23–2:45:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/676-955251/chapter/candy-crowley-cnn-departure-sandy-hook-house.md

Veteran CNN anchor Candy Crowley is leaving the network after 27 years, with some speculating she was forced out by President Jeff Zucker. In other news, the home of Sandy Hook shooter Adam Lanza was turned over to the city of Hartford, and all its contents were incinerated to prevent the sale of memorabilia. Additionally, UK Prime Minister David Cameron is calling for new algorithms to police "terrorist communications" on social media.

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