# Computer Chronicles on The No Agenda Show Computer Chronicles comes up in 5 chapters across 4 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2022 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 5 - **Episodes:** 4 - **Discussed:** February 2022 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Macintosh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macintosh.md), [1980s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1980s.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Memoir](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memoir.md), [Mothman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mothman.md), [Nashville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nashville.md), [Pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [Tech Tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-tv.md) ## Chapters 1–5 of 5 ### 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) ### Computer Chronicles, 1980s Tech Gift Ideas - **Episode:** [1828: No Agenda Christmas 2025](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-25 - **Time:** 1:37:00–1:38:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1828-no-agenda-christmas-2025/chapter/computer-chronicles-1980s-tech-gift-ideas.md An archival clip from the 1980s show *Computer Chronicles* features John C. Dvorak recommending Christmas gifts for tech enthusiasts. His suggestions include a cooling fan for the Macintosh called the "Fanny Mac" and a computer toolkit for straightening pins and pulling chips. The hosts laugh at the dated nature of the recommendations from 42 years ago. Keywords: [computer chronicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-chronicles.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [macintosh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macintosh.md), fanny mac, [1980s](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/1980s.md), tech gifts ### John C. Dvorak's 1980s Computer Gift Ideas - **Episode:** [1514: Holiday Heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-22 - **Time:** 1:11:48–1:14:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1514-holiday-heart/chapter/john-c-dvorak-s-1980s-computer-gift-ideas.md Archival footage from the 1980s show *Computer Chronicles* features John C. Dvorak recommending Christmas gifts for tech enthusiasts. His picks included the "FannyMac" cooling fan for the Macintosh and the Curtis Computer Toolkit, highlighting the early days of personal computing culture. Keywords: [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [computer chronicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-chronicles.md), [macintosh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macintosh.md), fannymac, retro tech ### Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Requests - **Episode:** [1424: Guidepost](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1424-guidepost.md) - **Published:** 2022-02-10 - **Time:** 1:34:29–1:44:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1424-guidepost/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-knighting-requests.md A series of high-value donations are read, including a $3,333.33 contribution from Michael Minton and a $696.96 donation from Jason Abt. Producers request knighthoods and "jobs karma" while sharing personal anecdotes about the show's impact. One donor mentions watching John C. Dvorak's old appearances on *Computer Chronicles*, specifically the episode where he disassembled an IBM PS/2. 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