# Data Center on The No Agenda Show Data Center comes up in 88 chapters across 72 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2009 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 88 - **Episodes:** 72 - **Discussed:** March 2009 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [Virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [Oracle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oracle.md), [Anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 88 ### Memphis Data Center Construction and IBEW Union Wages - **Episode:** [1914: Thrust Package](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-22 - **Time:** 27:42–31:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1914-thrust-package/chapter/memphis-data-center-construction-and-ibew-union-wages.md Electricians from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) are traveling to Memphis, Tennessee, to work on massive data center projects funded by Elon Musk. Workers report earning over $8,000 per week, leading to a local debate over a proposed data center moratorium. While some local leaders want to pause construction, union members cite the projects as a significant economic boon for the South. Keywords: [memphis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/memphis.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [ibew](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibew.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [tennessee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tennessee.md) ### National Backlash Against AI Data Center Construction - **Episode:** [1913: Meat Muck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-18 - **Time:** 1:18:38–1:22:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck/chapter/national-backlash-against-ai-data-center-construction.md A growing national backlash against massive AI data centers is becoming a pivotal issue in the 2026 midterms, particularly in Ohio and Kentucky. Voters are concerned about the immense energy requirements and the impact on local farmland, with some ballot initiatives seeking to limit center size to 25 megawatts. In Kentucky, residents have voiced fears that AI is "anti-human" and lacks moral standards, leading to organized resistance against land buyouts. Keywords: [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [ohio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ohio.md), [kentucky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kentucky.md), [mike johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-johnson.md), [anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [open ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-ai.md) ### Anthropic Investor Day and AI Profitability Metrics - **Episode:** [1913: Meat Muck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-18 - **Time:** 1:43:25–1:45:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck/chapter/anthropic-investor-day-and-ai-profitability-metrics.md Anthropic held a five-hour investor day in New York to justify its potential $2 trillion valuation ahead of a record-setting IPO. The company reported $16.8 billion in third-quarter revenue and claimed to be generating positive free cash flow with an 85% gross margin. However, skeptics question these "adjusted" metrics, noting the high costs of data centers and compute power required to sustain the business. Keywords: [anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md), [ipo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipo.md), [revenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenue.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [new york](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york.md) ### OpenAI Revenue Discrepancy and Market Reaction - **Episode:** [1911: Surpriselets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-11 - **Time:** 1:48:59–1:51:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets/chapter/openai-revenue-discrepancy-and-market-reaction.md A Financial Times report suggests a $20 billion discrepancy in OpenAI's reported revenue numbers, causing a downturn in tech stocks like Oracle and Broadcom. While OpenAI claims annualized revenue is approaching $50 billion, previous reports suggested figures closer to $70 billion. The uncertainty has cooled investor enthusiasm for the massive data center build-outs required to power AI ecosystem growth. Keywords: [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [financial times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-times.md), [revenue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/revenue.md), [oracle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oracle.md), broadcom, [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md) ### Data Center Demand Drives Storage Price Surge - **Episode:** [1911: Surpriselets](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-11 - **Time:** 2:08:52–2:11:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1911-surpriselets/chapter/data-center-demand-drives-storage-price-surge.md The cost of digital storage media, including SD cards and SSDs, has seen a massive increase due to the demand from AI data centers. A 256GB SD card that cost $74 in February 2024 now retails for over $200, while high-capacity hard drives have nearly doubled in price. The hosts advise listeners to purchase storage hardware well in advance of their needs to avoid "data center inflation." Keywords: [ssd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ssd.md), [hard drives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hard-drives.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md) ### Trump Super Intelligence Accord and AI Marketing - **Episode:** [1908: Chivatican](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-01 - **Time:** 1:12:28–1:15:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1908-chivatican/chapter/trump-super-intelligence-accord-and-ai-marketing.md Donald Trump officially rebrands Artificial Intelligence (AI) as "Super Intelligence" (SI) during the announcement of a "morally binding" accord signed by industry leaders. Andrew Horowitz argues that the rebranding and the accord are primarily marketing tactics to support upcoming AI IPOs and protect real estate investments in data centers. The hosts discuss the lack of government regulation and the self-policing nature of the agreement. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [super intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-intelligence.md), si, [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [ipo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipo.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md) ### Federal Reserve Mandates and the Data Center Bond Market - **Episode:** [1907: One Shotted](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-27 - **Time:** 51:13–54:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted/chapter/federal-reserve-mandates-and-the-data-center-bond-market.md The Federal Reserve is struggling to control inflation caused by massive capital inflows into AI data center buildouts. Investors are increasingly favoring high-yield corporate bonds and data center loans over riskier venture capital or IPOs. This shift in capital allocation is driving up interest rates as the Treasury competes with the private bond market. Keywords: [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [interest rates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/interest-rates.md), [bonds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bonds.md), [venture capital](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venture-capital.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md) ### Oracle Force Majeure and Texas Solar Expansion - **Episode:** [1907: One Shotted](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-27 - **Time:** 54:00–56:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted/chapter/oracle-force-majeure-and-texas-solar-expansion.md Oracle recently invoked a force majeure clause on a data center project due to energy supply issues involving Bloom Energy fuel cells. Despite these hurdles, Texas has become the leader in U.S. solar deployment, driven by the economic benefits of wind and sun in West Texas. Jason Calacanis predicts the "data center trade" will eventually slow down as energy constraints mount. Keywords: [oracle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oracle.md), bloom energy, [solar power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-power.md), [west texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-texas.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md) ### Grassroots Opposition to Data Center Expansion - **Episode:** [1907: One Shotted](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-27 - **Time:** 1:32:52–1:36:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted/chapter/grassroots-opposition-to-data-center-expansion.md A new poll shows two-thirds of Americans oppose data centers in their communities due to concerns over water usage, electricity bills, and noise. In Virginia and Indiana, grassroots groups and faith leaders are protesting new facilities, while some local officials view them as a "godsend" for tax revenue. Meta's $50 billion investment in Louisiana has drawn criticism from environmentalists regarding air and water quality. Keywords: [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [environment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environment.md) ### Data Center Hoax and Community Concerns in Texas and Virginia - **Episode:** [1905: Nerdballs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-20 - **Time:** 1:04:32–1:10:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs/chapter/data-center-hoax-and-community-concerns-in-texas-and-virginia.md Adam Curry and Jason Calacanis debate the impact of data centers on local communities, touching on noise, water usage, and electricity costs. Calacanis argues that the industry has shifted to paying for its own infrastructure and taxes, while Curry points out that many Texas data centers use "stranded power" from wind and methane flaring. They discuss how the media and politicians use data center concerns as a partisan wedge issue. Keywords: [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [josh shapiro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/josh-shapiro.md), [noise pollution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noise-pollution.md), [methane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/methane.md), stranded power ### Large Language Model Limits and Data Center Hoaxes - **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-17 - **Time:** 30:15–33:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/large-language-model-limits-and-data-center-hoaxes.md Claims are made that Large Language Models (LLMs) have reached their functional limits, leading industry leaders to call for a slowdown. Meanwhile, the expansion of data centers in places like Finland is characterized as a wealth-building strategy that President Trump views as the "oil of the next 25 years." Keywords: [jensen huang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jensen-huang.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md), [finland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finland.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md) ### Data Center Expansion, Economic Impact and Noise Issues - **Episode:** [1901: Neighbor Narcs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-06 - **Time:** 42:56–50:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs/chapter/data-center-expansion-economic-impact-and-noise-issues.md The expansion of data centers in the United States is presented as a potential economic revitalizer for small towns, providing significant tax revenue and jobs for the working class. The hosts address concerns about noise pollution, clarifying that modern liquid-cooled GPU facilities are much quieter than older air-cooled Bitcoin mining operations. Loudoun County, Virginia, is cited as a successful example of high-density data center integration in a high-income area. Keywords: [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), loudoun county, liquid cooling, [bitcoin mining](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin-mining.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md) ### Data Center Speculative Bubble, Private Equity Real Estate - **Episode:** [1900: Trust The Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-03 - **Time:** 1:03:35–1:08:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan/chapter/data-center-speculative-bubble-private-equity-real-estate.md Penetration tester Carl warns of a speculative bubble in data center construction, driven by private equity firms racing for IPOs before investors realize the limitations of current AI models. The rapid development often involves marketing promises of jobs that fail to materialize, while communities face issues with noise and water usage for cooling. The trend is compared to previous real estate booms in shopping malls and private prisons. Keywords: [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [private equity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-equity.md), speculative bubble, [ipo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipo.md), [real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/real-estate.md), cooling systems, [noise pollution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noise-pollution.md) ### Trump on Data Center Power Generation - **Episode:** [1900: Trust The Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-03 - **Time:** 1:24:10–1:27:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan/chapter/trump-on-data-center-power-generation.md Donald Trump has encouraged communities to embrace data center construction, arguing they bring wealth and lower taxes. However, residents in regions like Franklin County and Virginia have raised concerns about noise, water usage, and a reported $14 billion increase in electricity bills tied to grid expansions for these facilities. The hosts criticize smart home devices like Nest thermostats for prioritizing grid stability over consumer comfort. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [power plants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-plants.md), [electricity bills](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electricity-bills.md), franklin county, [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), nest thermostats ### AI Data Center Opposition, Texas Tax Incentives - **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-27 - **Time:** 2:04:08–2:08:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/ai-data-center-opposition-texas-tax-incentives.md A Gallup poll shows that 70% of Americans oppose the construction of AI data centers in their local areas. Despite this, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has supported the industry, which previously received a 6% sales tax cut to encourage development in the state. Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [sales tax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sales-tax.md), [gallup poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gallup-poll.md) ### AI Cloning Concerns, Wokeism in Large Language Models - **Episode:** [1897: Caconian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-23 - **Time:** 11:14–13:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian/chapter/ai-cloning-concerns-wokeism-in-large-language-models.md The discussion shifts to the possibility of celebrity cloning and digital twins, prompted by Alex Jones's physical transformation. The hosts critique the current state of artificial intelligence, labeling it a "black box" influenced by wokeism. They argue that AI should be viewed as a tool rather than an all-knowing oracle, setting the stage for a broader discussion on the political implications of AI infrastructure. Keywords: ai cloning, [digital twins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-twins.md), wokeism, [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), black boxes ### Donald Trump, AI Data Centers as Midterm Issues - **Episode:** [1897: Caconian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-23 - **Time:** 13:27–17:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian/chapter/donald-trump-ai-data-centers-as-midterm-issues.md President Donald Trump met with tech leaders at the White House to promote AI data centers as a source of jobs and tax revenue. Despite Trump's endorsement, a Gallup poll indicates that 70% of Americans oppose having data centers built in their local communities. The hosts analyze how this opposition is being framed as a top issue for the upcoming midterm elections. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), ai data centers, [midterms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midterms.md), tax benefits, [gallup poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gallup-poll.md) ### Texas Data Center Moratorium, Governor Greg Abbott - **Episode:** [1897: Caconian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-23 - **Time:** 28:47–33:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian/chapter/texas-data-center-moratorium-governor-greg-abbott.md Governor Greg Abbott has placed a moratorium on new AI data center construction in Texas, despite previously calling the state the "epicenter" of the industry. The hosts characterize this as a political maneuver to avoid backlash during the midterms. They compare the data center boom to the historical expansion of railroads, suggesting the infrastructure will eventually be useful despite the current "bubble." Keywords: [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [ercot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ercot.md), [energy grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-grid.md) ### AI Data Center Expansion and Power Grid Concerns - **Episode:** [1896: Just Dew It](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1896-just-dew-it.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-20 - **Time:** 1:06:09–1:11:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1896-just-dew-it/chapter/ai-data-center-expansion-and-power-grid-concerns.md The rapid construction of AI data centers across the United States is described as an enormous transfer of wealth from Wall Street to local economies, though concerns persist regarding power grid capacity. Adam Curry suggests that many of these facilities may never be fully operational due to energy shortages, potentially leaving behind "giant air-conditioned rooms." He advises parents to encourage their children to become electricians to capitalize on the infrastructure boom. Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [data centers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-centers.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [wall street](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street.md), [power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-grid.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md) ### Texas Stranded Power and Data Center Interconnects - **Episode:** [1896: Just Dew It](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1896-just-dew-it.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-20 - **Time:** 1:11:23–1:18:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1896-just-dew-it/chapter/texas-stranded-power-and-data-center-interconnects.md A chairman of the Texas Energy Committee explains that AI data center developers are "hunting" for stranded power in rural areas like Turkey, Texas, where wind and solar energy cannot reach the main ERCOT grid due to line congestion. 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