# Carmel on The No Agenda Show Carmel comes up in 11 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2008 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** September 2008 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [Ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ants.md), [Bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Certificate Of Authenticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/certificate-of-authenticity.md), [Clint Eastwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clint-eastwood.md), [Critical Thinking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/critical-thinking.md), [Dame Drive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame-drive.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Critical Thinking and Media Skepticism Legacy of John C. Dvorak - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 3:35:34–3:37:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/critical-thinking-and-media-skepticism-legacy-of-john-c-dvorak.md Sir Chris and Dame Kristen of Carmel-by-the-Sea express their shock at the passing of John C. Dvorak, noting his influence on their lives since 2010. They credit Dvorak with teaching them to think critically and approach the world with a healthy dose of skepticism and humor. The segment highlights how the spirited debates between the hosts often sparked similar intellectual engagement within their own household. Keywords: [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [critical thinking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/critical-thinking.md), [mainstream media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mainstream-media.md), [skepticism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skepticism.md), [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), carmel-by-the-sea ### April Kyle and the Bingit.io Brains - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 6:21:57–6:24:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/april-kyle-and-the-bingit-io-brains.md April Kyle from Carmel, Indiana, starts a monthly $3.33 donation in honor of John C. Dvorak, noting she has only cried for two people she never met. Sir Denonymous, the creator of bingit.io, is thanked for his technical contributions and his appreciation of Dvorak's stories about "ants peeing on people." Keywords: [carmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carmel.md), [ants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ants.md), [bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md) ### Indianapolis Meetup Report, Grand Junction Brewing - **Episode:** [1626: Dingbat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-18 - **Time:** 2:57:42–2:59:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat/chapter/indianapolis-meetup-report-grand-junction-brewing.md A report from a sub-zero meetup in Indianapolis features voices from the local "tribe" gathered at Grand Junction Brewing Company. Attendees from Carmel, Fishers, and Fort Wayne shared their appreciation for the show and the community. The brewery staff also expressed their enjoyment of hosting the No Agenda group. Keywords: [indianapolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indianapolis.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), grand junction brewing, [carmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carmel.md), [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md) ### Knighthood Ceremony, Sir Andrew of Carmelot, Sealing Wax - **Episode:** [1523: Tank Talk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-22 - **Time:** 2:12:14–2:16:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk/chapter/knighthood-ceremony-sir-andrew-of-carmelot-sealing-wax.md Drew Williams of Carmel, Indiana, was officially knighted as "Sir Andrew of Carmelot" after reaching the $1,000 cumulative donation threshold. 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) ### Indiana Meetup Report, Upcoming Events - **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-19 - **Time:** 2:23:38–2:28:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/indiana-meetup-report-upcoming-events.md A detailed audio report from a large No Agenda meetup in Indiana features voices from Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and St. Louis. The attendees discuss local "peace talks" between city groups and the rising price of eggs. The hosts then list upcoming meetups in Idaho, Ontario, North Carolina, Las Vegas, and California, encouraging listeners to find community through these local gatherings. Keywords: [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), carmel indiana, [fort wayne](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-wayne.md), [no agenda meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-meetups.md) ### Michael Lofthouse, Carmel Valley Restaurant Incident - **Episode:** [1259: Do The Work](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1259-do-the-work.md) - **Published:** 2020-07-12 - **Time:** 2:33:44–2:40:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1259-do-the-work/chapter/michael-lofthouse-carmel-valley-restaurant-incident.md A video went viral showing Michael Lofthouse, identified as a Silicon Valley CEO, shouting racial slurs at an Asian family at a Carmel Valley restaurant. Investigation reveals that Lofthouse's company, "Solid 8," appears to be a small LLC operating out of a mail drop rather than a major tech firm. The incident was widely covered by national media and Gizmodo, leading to questions about whether the story was amplified to serve a specific political narrative about Silicon Valley. Keywords: michael lofthouse, carmel valley, bernardus lodge, solid 8, [gizmodo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gizmodo.md) ### Dame Kristen of Carmel-by-the-Sea Induction - **Episode:** [1202: Invidious Phobias](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-29 - **Time:** 1:17:49–1:18:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias/chapter/dame-kristen-of-carmel-by-the-sea-induction.md Sir Chris of Carmel-by-the-Sea donates to establish a Damehood for his wife, Kristen, in honor of her 29th birthday. She is officially welcomed to the No Agenda roundtable as Dame Kristen of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Keywords: [sir chris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-chris.md), dame kristen, carmel-by-the-sea, [dame drive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame-drive.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md) ### Mac and Cheese Life and Lambda Calculus - **Episode:** [888: Dutch Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/888-dutch-trump.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-22 - **Time:** 1:27:53–1:33:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/888-dutch-trump/chapter/mac-and-cheese-life-and-lambda-calculus.md Sir Chris of Carmel-by-the-Sea requests "Mac and Cheese Jobs Karma" for his wife's birthday. Michael Johnson from Waterloo, Wisconsin, donates for the first time, expressing his enjoyment of watching "Hillbots" from a parallel universe. A millennial donor requests the title "Knight of Lambda Calculus" and asks for a "Rubbleizer" jingle. Keywords: [carmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carmel.md), [mac and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mac-and-cheese.md), michael johnson, [waterloo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waterloo.md), lambda calculus, [millennial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennial.md) ### Carmel Fireplace Ban, Harvard Law Logo - **Episode:** [806: Babushkas of Chernobyl](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/806-babushkas-of-chernobyl.md) - **Published:** 2016-03-10 - **Time:** 2:57:18–2:59:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/806-babushkas-of-chernobyl/chapter/carmel-fireplace-ban-harvard-law-logo.md The city of Carmel-by-the-Sea considers a ban on wood-burning fireplaces in new construction to improve air quality, a move criticized as an attack on the town's historic charm. Simultaneously, Harvard Law School faces protests to change its logo because it features the family crest of a slaveholder. The hosts view these developments as symptoms of extreme political correctness. Keywords: [carmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carmel.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), fireplaces, [harvard law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harvard-law.md), [political correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md) ### Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Ceremony - **Episode:** [720: Pollen Tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/720-pollen-tsunami.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-10 - **Time:** 1:22:50–1:29:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/720-pollen-tsunami/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-knighting-ceremony.md Several high-tier donors are recognized for their financial support of the program. Sir Frank Asgen Stott, Kristen Kiderman, and Sir Gene Natalia are among those contributing significant amounts. A formal knighting ceremony is conducted for Chris Kiderman, who is dubbed "Sir Chris of Carmel by the Sea" in recognition of his support. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), stonington, [carmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carmel.md) ### Atlantic Storms, Earthquake Patterns and Carmel Visions - **Episode:** [46: Israel to Bomb Iran Nothing to See Here Folks Just Shooting Moose...](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/46-israel-to-bomb-iran-nothing-to-see-here-folks-just-shooting-moose.md) - **Published:** 2008-09-06 - **Time:** 0:02–4:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/46-israel-to-bomb-iran-nothing-to-see-here-folks-just-shooting-moose/chapter/atlantic-storms-earthquake-patterns-and-carmel-visions.md Adam Curry and John C. 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