# Compute on The No Agenda Show Compute comes up in 256 chapters across 230 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 256 - **Episodes:** 230 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Cloud Computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-computing.md), [Quantum Computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [Nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Global Warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [Ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [Microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 256 ### SpaceX Q3 Earnings and Potential Tesla Merger - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 15:37–19:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/spacex-q3-earnings-and-potential-tesla-merger.md SpaceX reported its first profitable quarter with revenue exceeding $14.6 billion, driven largely by its rebranded "SI" (formerly AI) segment. Elon Musk discussed a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX to achieve greater capital scale for building 13 gigawatts of AI compute capacity by 2027. The company is currently designing its own gas turbines to address infrastructure bottlenecks. Keywords: [spacex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spacex.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), ai compute, [starlink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starlink.md) ### Local AI Hardware, Asus DGX 128GB Machine - **Episode:** [1900: Trust The Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-03 - **Time:** 1:20:29–1:24:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan/chapter/local-ai-hardware-asus-dgx-128gb-machine.md Adam Curry describes acquiring an Asus-branded DGX machine with 128GB of RAM to run AI models locally, avoiding monthly subscription fees and cloud outages. The machine, which has doubled in price due to RAM costs, allows for high-performance tasks without relying on commercial APIs. The discussion touches on the measurement of "compute" in flops versus power consumption. Keywords: [asus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asus.md), dgx, blackwell chip, [local ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/local-ai.md), ram prices, [compute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compute.md), teraflops ### Sir Knives, Lady Butters, Dvorak on Typing - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 3:19:03–3:25:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/sir-knives-lady-butters-dvorak-on-typing.md Sir Knives and Lady Butters send a lengthy note detailing John's impact on their lives, including the revelation that John's voice was used in the "Dvorak on Typing" software. The note concludes with lyrics from a Bruce Springsteen song as a tribute to John's unique character. Keywords: [sir knives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-knives.md), lady butters, dvorak on typing, [bruce springsteen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bruce-springsteen.md), computer engineer ### Craig Jones and BT Dave Career Advice Anecdotes - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 5:31:43–5:33:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/craig-jones-and-bt-dave-career-advice-anecdotes.md Craig Jones shares a story from the mid-2010s when John C. Dvorak gave him honest phone advice to avoid a career in tech journalism. Dvorak's prediction of the industry's downsizing proved accurate, leading Jones to a more stable life path. BT Dave recalls being "gotten" by Dvorak's 1995 April Fool's article regarding 2-bit computing. Keywords: [tech journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-journalism.md), [career advice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/career-advice.md), [april fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/april-fools.md), 2-bit computing, [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md) ### Sir Face Tension and the Mouse Prediction - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 6:37:37–6:39:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/sir-face-tension-and-the-mouse-prediction.md Sir Face Tension and Jay Dokurti reflect on John C. Dvorak's long career of "naysayer" coverage at tech expos. Dokurti recalls Dvorak's famous (and incorrect) prediction that "no one uses a mouse anymore." Justin Kaler notes that while he came for Adam Curry, he stayed for Dvorak's ability to "buzzkill" media narratives. Keywords: vero beach, [cranky geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), [computer mouse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-mouse.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), naysayer ### Computer Chronicles and Early Tech Media Influence - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 5:29:22–5:32:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/computer-chronicles-and-early-tech-media-influence.md Donors recall first encountering John C. Dvorak on the PBS series Computer Chronicles in the 1980s and later on TechTV. One producer shares a story of being surprised by a personal email response from Dvorak, illustrating his accessibility to the audience. The segment features contributions from the Netherlands and various U.S. states, celebrating Dvorak's vast expertise and rich storytelling. Keywords: [computer chronicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-chronicles.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [tech tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-tv.md), 1980s tech, oudenbosch ### Proposal for a Dvorak Story Memoir and Archive Access - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 5:45:29–5:49:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/proposal-for-a-dvorak-story-memoir-and-archive-access.md Producers suggest compiling Dvorak's various stories into a memoir and propose a special donation tier of $8,888.88 to release archives and office photos. Tributes continue to pour in from listeners who have followed Dvorak since his 1980s television appearances. The "reverb can" is cited as a unique and iconic element of Dvorak's contribution to podcasting history. Keywords: [memoir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memoir.md), photo dump, reverb can, [computer chronicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-chronicles.md), [mothman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mothman.md) ### Nvidia Partnership, Palantir's Data Sovereignty Model - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 45:55–51:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/nvidia-partnership-palantir-s-data-sovereignty-model.md Palantir has entered a direct partnership with Nvidia to allow customers to run open large language models while maintaining control over their own data and "alpha." Alex Karp argued that enterprises want to own their means of production rather than transferring data to third-party providers. He also dismissed the "safety" marketing used by AI companies as a gimmick to avoid government oversight. Keywords: [palantir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palantir.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [large language models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/large-language-models.md), data stack, [compute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compute.md), [department of war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-war.md) ### Data Privacy, Local Computing vs. Cloud Storage - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 1:13:54–1:16:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/data-privacy-local-computing-vs-cloud-storage.md The hosts advocate for local computing and the use of open-source operating systems like Linux to avoid data harvesting by large corporations. They criticize the public's willingness to upload personal data to the cloud while simultaneously fearing government surveillance. The discussion emphasizes that privacy is a choice made through hardware and software habits. Keywords: [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [cloud storage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-storage.md), [data harvesting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-harvesting.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), local compute ### Quantum Innovation Executive Order, Cryptographic Security - **Episode:** [1880: Antifa Book Club](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1880-antifa-book-club.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-25 - **Time:** 57:50–1:01:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1880-antifa-book-club/chapter/quantum-innovation-executive-order-cryptographic-security.md President Trump signed two executive orders focused on the "Quantum Industrial Base" and post-quantum cryptographic security. The orders aim to accelerate American quantum leadership while preparing government systems for potential threats to current encryption standards. Skeptics view the emphasis on quantum technology as a potential "psyop" or a pivot from the current AI narrative. Keywords: [quantum computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [cryptography](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cryptography.md), [executive order](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-order.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md) ### Sovereign Capabilities, Quantum Computing, and NAFTA Renegotiation - **Episode:** [1877: Flim Flam](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-14 - **Time:** 1:57:20–2:00:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam/chapter/sovereign-capabilities-quantum-computing-and-nafta-renegotiation.md Mark Carney emphasizes the need for Canada to build "sovereign capabilities" in energy and critical minerals through a trillion dollars in investment. He advocates for "ad hoc coalitions" rather than isolation, seeking to bridge the Trans-Pacific Partnership with the European Union. The discussion notes that these strategic shifts come as President Trump seeks to renegotiate major trade deals like NAFTA. Keywords: [sovereignty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sovereignty.md), [quantum computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [nafta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nafta.md), [trade agreements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-agreements.md), [mark carney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-carney.md) ### Helium-3 Extraction, Lunar Economy Skepticism - **Episode:** [1872: Lunar Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-28 - **Time:** 1:24:57–1:28:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/helium-3-extraction-lunar-economy-skepticism.md The "Book of Knowledge" defines Helium-3 as a potential fuel for future fusion reactors and a component in quantum computing. NASA officials suggest that extracting Helium-3 from the moon could spark a "lunar economy." The hosts remain doubtful, predicting that the Artemis missions will face significant delays or technical failures before achieving these goals. Keywords: helium-3, [quantum computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [nuclear fusion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nuclear-fusion.md), [lunar economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lunar-economy.md), [book of knowledge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-of-knowledge.md) ### Allbirds AI Pivot and the GPU-as-a-Service Bubble - **Episode:** [1861: Cone of Uncertainty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-19 - **Time:** 1:49:17–1:58:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1861-cone-of-uncertainty/chapter/allbirds-ai-pivot-and-the-gpu-as-a-service-bubble.md Footwear company Allbirds has announced a pivot to become "New Bird AI," a GPU-as-a-service and AI-native cloud provider. This move is compared to the dot-com bubble, where companies added ".com" to their names to boost stock prices. The hosts discuss the broader "Neo Cloud" trend where companies rent out decentralized GPU power rather than building massive, expensive data centers. Keywords: allbirds, new bird ai, [gpu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gpu.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [cloud computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloud-computing.md) ### IonQ and the Pivot to Quantum Computing - **Episode:** [1851: Mork & Mimi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1851-mork-mimi.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-15 - **Time:** 2:07:45–2:10:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1851-mork-mimi/chapter/ionq-and-the-pivot-to-quantum-computing.md The CEO of IonQ discusses the company's partnership with the Department of War to integrate quantum programs into space, air, and undersea domains. The segment identifies a strategic pivot from AI to quantum computing as the next major technological wave in the race against adversaries like China. Critics argue that much of the current quantum rhetoric is "blather" similar to the overhyped promises of early AI. 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Keywords: [sam altman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-altman.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [agi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agi.md), [startups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/startups.md), [compute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/compute.md) ### Apple Vision Pro, Spatial Computing for Podcasting - **Episode:** [1848: Podcaster Down!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-05 - **Time:** 55:32–58:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down/chapter/apple-vision-pro-spatial-computing-for-podcasting.md The Apple Vision Pro is analyzed as a business tool for "spatial computing" rather than just a consumer entertainment device. A vision for the future of podcasting is presented, where hosts use the headset to manage multiple virtual screens and "Minority Report" style interfaces while traveling. Keywords: [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md), [spatial computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spatial-computing.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [vr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vr.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Computer Science Enrollment Decline, Entry-Level Job Automation - **Episode:** [1842: A Dog A Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1842-a-dog-a-day.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-12 - **Time:** 44:11–49:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1842-a-dog-a-day/chapter/computer-science-enrollment-decline-entry-level-job-automation.md The University of California system is reporting a significant drop in computer science enrollment, the first since the dot-com bust, as students fear entry-level roles are being replaced by AI bots. Experts suggest that while coding jobs are evolving, there is a growing need for "knowledge workers" who understand entire systems rather than just syntax. Vocational trades are highlighted as a stable alternative to automated white-collar work. 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Technical hurdles, such as configuring the Rodecaster audio interface on Linux, are being overcome by enthusiasts seeking more user control. Meanwhile, a major 36-hour Microsoft 365 outage recently disrupted corporate email for global entities like Marriott. 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Common issues cited include an inability to use the command line, lack of touch-typing skills, and unfamiliarity with basic troubleshooting like using the Task Manager. Keywords: [gen z](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gen-z.md), computer literacy, [excel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excel.md), [command line](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/command-line.md), tech skills ### AI Memory Shortage, RAM Price Surge - **Episode:** [1833: Spicy Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1833-spicy-mode.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-11 - **Time:** 1:40:21–1:42:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1833-spicy-mode/chapter/ai-memory-shortage-ram-price-surge.md Prices for computer memory (RAM) are expected to rise by more than 50% this quarter due to unprecedented demand from AI companies. Major server farm providers and AI developers are buying up global supply, ending a period of historically low prices for consumer memory. 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