# Chrome on The No Agenda Show

Chrome comes up in 33 chapters across 32 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2011 to September 2025.

- **Chapters:** 33
- **Episodes:** 32
- **Discussed:** April 2011 – September 2025
- **Related topics:** [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [Antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [Ad Blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-blocking.md), [Firefox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firefox.md), [Brave Browser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brave-browser.md), [Https](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/https.md), [Android](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android.md), [Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [Cookies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cookies.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 33

### EU Google Fines, Cookies and FLOC Tracking

- **Episode:** [1797: Death Buses](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses.md)
- **Published:** 2025-09-07
- **Time:** 1:59:36–2:05:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1797-death-buses/chapter/eu-google-fines-cookies-and-floc-tracking.md

The European Union has imposed a 3 billion euro fine on Google for favoring its own advertising services, while a U.S. judge recently rejected a demand for Google to sell its Chrome browser. The hosts discuss Google's failed attempts to replace browser cookies with "FLOC" (Federated Learning of Cohorts) and the ongoing struggle over digital privacy and tracking.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [cookies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cookies.md), floc, [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md)

### Perplexity AI Bid for Google Chrome Browser

- **Episode:** [1790: Florida Ounce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce.md)
- **Published:** 2025-08-14
- **Time:** 53:24–55:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1790-florida-ounce/chapter/perplexity-ai-bid-for-google-chrome-browser.md

AI startup Perplexity has made an unsolicited $4.5 billion offer to purchase the Chrome browser from Google. The bid comes as federal judges consider forcing Google to divest Chrome to address search engine monopoly concerns. While Google has not expressed interest in selling, the offer highlights the high valuation of browser data and advertising tracking.

Keywords: [perplexity ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perplexity-ai.md), [google chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-chrome.md), [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), web search, [monopoly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monopoly.md)

### Google Antitrust, Chrome Sale and Chromium Spying

- **Episode:** [1715: Scruples](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-24
- **Time:** 2:45:04–2:47:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples/chapter/google-antitrust-chrome-sale-and-chromium-spying.md

The DOJ is seeking to force Google to sell its Chrome browser to break its 90% monopoly on online search. The hosts argue that Chrome and the Chromium codebase are essentially "spy devices" used to collect user data for advertising. They suggest that even if Google is forced to sell, the underlying dominance of Google search will be difficult to dismantle.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [doj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doj.md), chromium, [spying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spying.md)

### Google Antitrust Trial, Chrome Spin-off

- **Episode:** [1714: Octocopter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1714-octocopter.md)
- **Published:** 2024-11-21
- **Time:** 2:34:00–2:37:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1714-octocopter/chapter/google-antitrust-trial-chrome-spin-off.md

The Department of Justice has filed a motion to force Google to sell its Chrome browser following a ruling that the company maintains an illegal monopoly on search. The DOJ also warned that Google could be forced to divest from its Android operating system if monopolistic practices continue. Analysts suggest Google may be shifting its focus from search to data sales as AI begins to disrupt traditional search models.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [alphabet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alphabet.md), [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [android](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android.md)

### Meetup Raffles, High Class White Trash, International Donors

- **Episode:** [1542: Digital Dementia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1542-digital-dementia.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-30
- **Time:** 1:21:58–1:27:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1542-digital-dementia/chapter/meetup-raffles-high-class-white-trash-international-donors.md

Alicia MacComer becomes an Executive Producer after winning a raffle at an Indiana No Agenda meetup. Ryan Tiernan promotes a new apparel line, "High Class White Trash," while donating $333. International support arrives from Switzerland and the Netherlands. Several donors request birthday jingles and "de-douching" for non-donating friends.

Keywords: alicia maccomer, joshua chrome, hcwhitetrash.com, [switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), birthday jingles

### Google AMP Antitrust Complaint, Throttling Allegations

- **Episode:** [1394: Re-wilding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1394-re-wilding.md)
- **Published:** 2021-10-28
- **Time:** 2:25:54–2:29:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1394-re-wilding/chapter/google-amp-antitrust-complaint-throttling-allegations.md

A new 173-page antitrust filing in the US alleges that Google used its "Accelerated Mobile Pages" (AMP) system to unfairly disadvantage competitors. The complaint claims Google intentionally throttled the load times of non-AMP ads by one second to make its own system appear faster. Additionally, Google is accused of covertly signing users into the Chrome browser if they were logged into other services like Gmail.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), amp, [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [margrethe vestager](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/margrethe-vestager.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md)

### Google Ad Blocker Restrictions and Smart Device Privacy

- **Episode:** [1182: Coupon Clipping](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1182-coupon-clipping.md)
- **Published:** 2019-10-20
- **Time:** 1:57:43–2:01:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1182-coupon-clipping/chapter/google-ad-blocker-restrictions-and-smart-device-privacy.md

Google is reportedly moving to restrict the "uBlock Origin" ad blocker in the Chrome Web Store because of its effectiveness. Meanwhile, Google's Chief of Devices, Rick Osterloh, admitted that homeowners should probably warn guests if smart speakers like Nest or Alexa are active in the house. The hosts suggested "countermeasures" such as giving embarrassing voice commands to a host's smart device.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), ublock origin, [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [nest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nest.md), [alexa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexa.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

### Google Chrome Extension API, Pi-hole Ad Blocking

- **Episode:** [1106: Smart Wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall.md)
- **Published:** 2019-01-25
- **Time:** 56:37–1:02:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall/chapter/google-chrome-extension-api-pi-hole-ad-blocking.md

Google announced changes to its extension API that will effectively disable many third-party ad blockers in the Chrome browser. In response, users are turning to hardware-based solutions like Pi-hole, a network-wide ad blocker running on Raspberry Pi. The move is seen as Google protecting its core advertising business as Microsoft Edge also transitions to the Chromium engine.

Keywords: [google chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-chrome.md), [ad blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-blocking.md), [pi-hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi-hole.md), [raspberry pi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raspberry-pi.md), chromium, [brave browser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brave-browser.md)

### Pi-hole Ad Blocking, Brave Browser and Data Indicators

- **Episode:** [1054: Without Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-29
- **Time:** 1:21:18–1:25:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/pi-hole-ad-blocking-brave-browser-and-data-indicators.md

Technical advice is given on using a Pi-hole (Raspberry Pi) to block ads at the network level. The Brave browser is also discussed as a tool for privacy, though its business model involving "indicators" and cryptocurrency is viewed with some skepticism. The segment mentions the controversy surrounding Brave's founder and his departure from Firefox.

Keywords: [pi-hole](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pi-hole.md), [brave browser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brave-browser.md), [ad blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-blocking.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [firefox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firefox.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [cryptocurrency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cryptocurrency.md)

### Soothe Chrome Extension for Content Filtering

- **Episode:** [1038: End of an Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-06
- **Time:** 2:54–4:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era/chapter/soothe-chrome-extension-for-content-filtering.md

A new Chrome extension called Soothe is designed to help users avoid malicious content and online harassment by blurring out specific triggers. Users can customize the types of content they wish to avoid, with the option to click and reveal blurred text. The hosts express skepticism regarding the professional design of the plugin and speculate about potential venture capital backing or ulterior motives behind the service.

Keywords: soothe, [chrome extension](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome-extension.md), content filtering, [online harassment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/online-harassment.md), triggers

### Brave Browser and Ad-Blocking Proxy Technology

- **Episode:** [1024: Poop Particle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1024-poop-particle.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-12
- **Time:** 56:22–1:00:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1024-poop-particle/chapter/brave-browser-and-ad-blocking-proxy-technology.md

The hosts discuss the merits of the Brave browser, which uses a proxy method to block ads without alerting publishers. They compare it to Firefox and Chrome, arguing that users have a responsibility to use tools that prevent data leakage to advertisers.

Keywords: [brave browser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brave-browser.md), [ad blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-blocking.md), [firefox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firefox.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), proxy

### Browser Performance and Paywall Workarounds

- **Episode:** [997: Competitive Victimhood](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/997-competitive-victimhood.md)
- **Published:** 2018-01-07
- **Time:** 11:20–14:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/997-competitive-victimhood/chapter/browser-performance-and-paywall-workarounds.md

The hosts compare the performance of Microsoft Edge, Firefox, and Google Chrome, noting that Edge is fast but consumes significant system resources. A tip is shared regarding bypassing The New York Times paywall by switching browsers once the ten-article limit is reached. Concerns are raised about browsers and applications like Skype continuing to run background processes after being closed.

Keywords: [microsoft edge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-edge.md), [firefox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/firefox.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [paywalls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paywalls.md), [cookies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cookies.md)

### HTTPS Certificates, Browser Censorship Warnings

- **Episode:** [994: Scromit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/994-scromit.md)
- **Published:** 2017-12-28
- **Time:** 1:28:43–1:32:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/994-scromit/chapter/https-certificates-browser-censorship-warnings.md

The evolution of browser security, specifically HTTPS and SSL certificates, is being viewed as a potential tool for future internet censorship. Hosts warn that browsers like Chrome may eventually block sites that do not have "certified" news credentials. A recent expiration of the No Agenda Social certificate highlighted how modern browsers make it increasingly difficult for users to bypass security warnings.

Keywords: [https](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/https.md), [ssl certificates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ssl-certificates.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md)

### Google HTTPS Deadline, Website Security Requirements

- **Episode:** [963: Born This Way](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/963-born-this-way.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-10
- **Time:** 2:50:00–2:50:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/963-born-this-way/chapter/google-https-deadline-website-security-requirements.md

Google has set a deadline for websites to transition to HTTPS, warning that the Chrome browser will soon flag non-secure sites with prominent warnings. The hosts discuss the technical hurdles of updating older websites and Amazon S3 buckets to meet these new security standards. They express frustration with being forced into these changes by Google's dominant market position.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [https](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/https.md), ssl, chrome browser, [web development](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/web-development.md)

### Google Chrome Ad Blocker, Coalition for Better Ads

- **Episode:** [937: Stump the Algo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo.md)
- **Published:** 2017-06-11
- **Time:** 2:10:10–2:11:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/937-stump-the-algo/chapter/google-chrome-ad-blocker-coalition-for-better-ads.md

Google is introducing a native ad filter for the Chrome browser based on standards set by the "Coalition for Better Ads." Critics argue this is a cartel-like move by Google and Facebook to determine which ads are "acceptable," effectively ensuring their own advertising dominance while blocking competitors.

Keywords: [google chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-chrome.md), ad blocker, coalition for better ads, [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [digital advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-advertising.md)

### FaceApp, Racism Allegations, Chrome Soothe Extension

- **Episode:** [924: Golden Bozos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/924-golden-bozos.md)
- **Published:** 2017-04-27
- **Time:** 1:33:02–1:35:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/924-golden-bozos/chapter/faceapp-racism-allegations-chrome-soothe-extension.md

The developers of FaceApp apologized after users discovered that the "hot" filter lightened skin tones, leading to accusations of racial bias in the app's neural network. Similar issues were noted with past Snapchat filters. Additionally, a new Chrome extension called "Soothe" was launched to help users avoid "triggering" content by blurring out specific words or images.

Keywords: [faceapp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faceapp.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md), [neural networks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neural-networks.md), [snapchat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snapchat.md), [chrome extension](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome-extension.md), soothe

### Google HTTPS Mandate and Facebook Browser Theory

- **Episode:** [796: Bomb Denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/796-bomb-denmark.md)
- **Published:** 2016-02-05
- **Time:** 2:23:37–2:32:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/796-bomb-denmark/chapter/google-https-mandate-and-facebook-browser-theory.md

Adam Curry posits that Google's aggressive push for HTTPS is a branding exercise to counter a potential Facebook browser. He theorizes that Facebook will integrate Bing search with social data to create a "safe" and highly personalized browsing experience. The hosts discuss the strategic importance of the browser to Google's advertising dominance and the potential for Facebook to disrupt the search market.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [https](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/https.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md), [mozilla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mozilla.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md)

### Sundar Pichai, Google Acceptable Ad Policy

- **Episode:** [762: 400,000 A-Bombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/762-400-000-a-bombs.md)
- **Published:** 2015-10-04
- **Time:** 2:21:59–2:29:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/762-400-000-a-bombs/chapter/sundar-pichai-google-acceptable-ad-policy.md

Google CEO Sundar Pichai expressed concern over ad blocking, arguing that it hurts small content creators. Pichai proposed an industry-wide "acceptable ad" standard, which critics view as an attempt by Google to use its dominance in browsers and search to police the advertising market.

Keywords: [sundar pichai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sundar-pichai.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [ad blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ad-blocking.md), [monetization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/monetization.md), [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md)

### ICANN Privacy Changes and Google Chrome Audio Capture

- **Episode:** [734: Peak Oil II](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/734-peak-oil-ii.md)
- **Published:** 2015-06-28
- **Time:** 2:38:30–2:40:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/734-peak-oil-ii/chapter/icann-privacy-changes-and-google-chrome-audio-capture.md

ICANN is reportedly moving to end private "Whois" data, which would expose the identities of domain owners. Additionally, Google has been criticized for automatically updating Chrome with a listening piece of code for "OK Google" that enables audio capture by default, raising surveillance concerns.

Keywords: [icann](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icann.md), [whois](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whois.md), [google chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-chrome.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), audio capture, [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md)

### Google's SPDY Protocol and the Open Web Alliance

- **Episode:** [671: White House Moat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/671-white-house-moat.md)
- **Published:** 2014-11-20
- **Time:** 2:41:35–2:45:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/671-white-house-moat/chapter/google-s-spdy-protocol-and-the-open-web-alliance.md

The hosts warn about the "Open Web Alliance" and Google's SPDY protocol, which would route all web traffic through Google's proxy servers. They argue this is a move to centralize control of the internet under the guise of faster performance and mandatory encryption.

Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), spdy, open web alliance, [chrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chrome.md), proxy server

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