# Dish Network on The No Agenda Show Dish Network comes up in 19 chapters across 18 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to June 2022. - **Chapters:** 19 - **Episodes:** 18 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – June 2022 - **Related topics:** [Slingbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slingbox.md), [Propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), [4k Tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4k-tv.md), [Adobe Flash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adobe-flash.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Bandwidth Costs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bandwidth-costs.md), [Beauty Pageant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beauty-pageant.md), [Broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), [Cdn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdn.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md) ## Chapters 1–19 of 19 ### Starlink Satellite Internet, Installation and Spectrum Wars - **Episode:** [1462: HAARP at Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1462-haarp-at-home.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-26 - **Time:** 7:29–10:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1462-haarp-at-home/chapter/starlink-satellite-internet-installation-and-spectrum-wars.md A new Starlink satellite internet kit was recently installed, featuring a rectangular dish and a motorized stand for automatic alignment. The service provides speeds of up to 250 Mbps down and 25 Mbps up with a 38ms ping time. Meanwhile, a legal battle has emerged between Starlink and Dish Network over the 12 GHz band, as Starlink claims Dish's 5G rollout could degrade satellite service by 30%. Keywords: [starlink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starlink.md), [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [satellite internet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellite-internet.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), 5g spectrum, [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md) ### Television Content Costs, Bundle Discounts and Satellite Options - **Episode:** [1067: Double Header](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1067-double-header.md) - **Published:** 2018-09-09 - **Time:** 1:44:57–1:49:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1067-double-header/chapter/television-content-costs-bundle-discounts-and-satellite-options.md Dane Jasper explains the high costs of licensing television content from giants like Disney and ESPN, which makes it difficult for small ISPs to compete with cable incumbents. He notes that while Sonic encourages cord-cutting, they offer a Dish Network satellite bundle for the 10% of customers who still want a traditional TV experience. Jasper predicts that millennials will continue to drive the shift away from linear cable toward piecemeal streaming subscriptions. Keywords: [espn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espn.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), bundle discount, streaming apps ### Dish Network Turner Dispute and HBO Streaming - **Episode:** [663: Pupil Progression Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan.md) - **Published:** 2014-10-24 - **Time:** 2:32:24–2:36:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/dish-network-turner-dispute-and-hbo-streaming.md Dish Network drops Turner Broadcasting channels, including CNN, due to a carriage dispute, replacing them with MSNBC. The hosts discuss Michael Wolff's thesis that television is disrupting the internet through new streaming services from HBO and CBS. They also criticize Adobe for its "spy-like" reporting features embedded in the Flash player used for online video distribution. Keywords: [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [turner broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turner-broadcasting.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), [adobe flash](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adobe-flash.md) ### Seiki 4K TV Cable Failure and Technical Issues - **Episode:** [662: Barama](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/662-barama.md) - **Published:** 2014-10-20 - **Time:** 1:01:35–1:04:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/662-barama/chapter/seiki-4k-tv-cable-failure-and-technical-issues.md A discussion regarding a Seiki 4K upscaling cable reveals that the device causes visual flashing when used with certain Dish Network boxes. The hosts debate whether the issue is caused by incompatible HDMI signals or faulty hardware, planning to test it further with a Roku 3. Keywords: seiki, [4k tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/4k-tv.md), [hdmi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hdmi.md), roku 3, [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [technical failure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technical-failure.md) ### Miss Venezuela Pageant, Poodle Prize - **Episode:** [526: #meh!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-30 - **Time:** 1:32:09–1:33:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/526-meh/chapter/miss-venezuela-pageant-poodle-prize.md A brief aside mentions the Miss Venezuela beauty competition observed on the Dish Network. The hosts joke about the "poodle prize" (a Dutch term for a consolation prize) and the physical appearance of the contestants. Keywords: [miss venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/miss-venezuela.md), [beauty pageant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beauty-pageant.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), poodle prize ### Credit Report Errors, Verizon Debt Dispute - **Episode:** [461: No-Stray Spray](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/461-no-stray-spray.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-15 - **Time:** 10:20–13:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/461-no-stray-spray/chapter/credit-report-errors-verizon-debt-dispute.md One host describes a personal struggle with credit report errors involving a $560 disputed debt from Verizon and unresolved issues with Dish Network. These financial discrepancies prevented the purchase of a new vehicle, forcing the continued use of a deteriorating Range Rover. Keywords: [credit report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-report.md), [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [identity theft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-theft.md), [range rover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/range-rover.md) ### The Blaze TV, Glenn Beck Network Launch - **Episode:** [443: Bad Actors](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/443-bad-actors.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-13 - **Time:** 1:19:01–1:24:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/443-bad-actors/chapter/the-blaze-tv-glenn-beck-network-launch.md Glenn Beck's media outlet, The Blaze, has transitioned from a web-based platform to a 24/7 television network available on Dish Network. Analysts predict the network's ratings could eventually surpass those of MSNBC as it builds a dedicated audience for conservative programming. Meanwhile, MSNBC continues to lean into partisan commentary with hosts like Toure and Al Sharpton. Keywords: [glenn beck](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glenn-beck.md), [the blaze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-blaze.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [media ratings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-ratings.md) ### Dish Network vs DirecTV, Con Job Commercial - **Episode:** [442: Zombie Webinar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/442-zombie-webinar.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-09 - **Time:** 1:48:10–1:50:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/442-zombie-webinar/chapter/dish-network-vs-directv-con-job-commercial.md Dish Network has released an aggressive commercial calling DirecTV a "con job" regarding their sports package pricing. The hosts discuss the rising costs of cable and internet services, which can reach $240 per month. Keywords: [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [directv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/directv.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), cable bills, con job ### Solar Flare Activity, Satellite Interference, Pagers - **Episode:** [244: Form 990](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/244-form-990.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-17 - **Time:** 0:00–4:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/244-form-990/chapter/solar-flare-activity-satellite-interference-pagers.md Recent solar flare activity caused geomagnetic interference, resulting in error messages on Dish Network satellite systems. Historical solar events from the mid-1990s are recalled, specifically a major outage that knocked out Motorola pagers and analog cellular communications for several days. These flares represent the most significant solar activity observed in approximately nine months. Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [solar flares](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-flares.md), [geomagnetic storm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geomagnetic-storm.md), [motorola](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/motorola.md), [pagers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pagers.md) ### Pentagon Channel Expansion, Military Propaganda and Cable Bundles - **Episode:** [174: Gung Ho!! Fat Choy!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/174-gung-ho-fat-choy.md) - **Published:** 2010-02-14 - **Time:** 43:02–45:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/174-gung-ho-fat-choy/chapter/pentagon-channel-expansion-military-propaganda-and-cable-bundles.md The Pentagon Channel's availability on commercial satellite and cable providers like Dish Network is discussed as a tool for military propaganda. The hosts critique the channel's content as boring and suggest it lacks the engagement of modern reality television. Curry also mentions his recent upgrade to a Time Warner Cable "Triple Play" bundle. Keywords: pentagon channel, [robert gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-gates.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [time warner cable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-warner-cable.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), triple play ### Free Speech TV, Gay USA News - **Episode:** [156: The Science is In Part Two](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/156-the-science-is-in-part-two.md) - **Published:** 2009-12-13 - **Time:** 1:31:05–1:32:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/156-the-science-is-in-part-two/chapter/free-speech-tv-gay-usa-news.md Dvorak discusses "Gay USA," a news program on Free Speech TV (FSTV). He notes the show's tendency to "out" celebrities and its focus on the gay marriage agenda, which he finds occasionally tedious but informative. Keywords: [free speech tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/free-speech-tv.md), [gay usa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gay-usa.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), andy humm, pete murr ### Super Bowl Advertising, DVR Commercial Skipping - **Episode:** [68: Crackpot & The Buzz-Kill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/68-crackpot-the-buzz-kill.md) - **Published:** 2009-02-01 - **Time:** 36:23–40:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/68-crackpot-the-buzz-kill/chapter/super-bowl-advertising-dvr-commercial-skipping.md The strategy for watching the Super Bowl involves using DVR technology to skip commercials, which have reportedly declined in quality since the dot-com era. The discussion explains the "format clock" used in broadcasting to schedule breaks. Despite the hype, many modern Super Bowl ads are described as overly subdued or "played out" compared to classic campaigns like Apple's "1984." Keywords: [super bowl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-bowl.md), [commercials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commercials.md), [dvr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvr.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), format clock, signal-to-noise ratio ### Slingbox Community, International News Access - **Episode:** [66: Throwin' The "Oh"](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/66-throwin-the-oh.md) - **Published:** 2009-01-17 - **Time:** 1:35:22–1:39:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/66-throwin-the-oh/chapter/slingbox-community-international-news-access.md The utility of the Slingbox for accessing local news from different geographic markets like Detroit, Hawaii, and London is discussed. The hosts express a desire to expand their "Slingbox community" to include locations like Hong Kong, Russia, and Iran to bypass national media narratives. Virgin Media's service in the UK is criticized for poor installation times. Keywords: [slingbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slingbox.md), [virgin media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virgin-media.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), international tv, [broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md) ### Dish Network Acquisition, TV Portability Laws - **Episode:** [66: Throwin' The "Oh"](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/66-throwin-the-oh.md) - **Published:** 2009-01-17 - **Time:** 1:39:33–1:42:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/66-throwin-the-oh/chapter/dish-network-acquisition-tv-portability-laws.md The acquisition of Sling Media by Dish Network is reviewed, along with the legal restrictions that prevent satellite providers from offering out-of-market local stations. The Slingbox is seen as a technological workaround for consumers who want to watch television from their home cities while traveling. Keywords: [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [slingbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slingbox.md), broadcasting law, local stations ### Slingbox, EchoStar, Local News Access Issues - **Episode:** [61: One Big Ponzi Scheme](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/61-one-big-ponzi-scheme.md) - **Published:** 2008-12-13 - **Time:** 19:27–22:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/61-one-big-ponzi-scheme/chapter/slingbox-echostar-local-news-access-issues.md EchoStar's acquisition of Slingbox is analyzed as a potential solution for satellite subscribers who cannot access out-of-market local news due to copyright and syndication laws. The technology allows users to stream their home television signals to remote locations. One host describes using a Slingbox to watch local Detroit news from a different region. Keywords: [slingbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slingbox.md), echostar, [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [local news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/local-news.md), [copyright law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright-law.md) ### Satellite Distribution vs. Internet Content Costs - **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:** 53:31–56:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/46-israel-to-bomb-iran-nothing-to-see-here-folks-just-shooting-moose/chapter/satellite-distribution-vs-internet-content-costs.md Satellite television remains a more efficient distribution mechanism than the internet because one uplink serves an entire audience without incremental costs per viewer. In contrast, internet distribution via CDNs can cost up to 40 cents per gigabyte, making the delivery of a 7GB high-definition episode prohibitively expensive for independent broadcasters. Keywords: [satellite tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellite-tv.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), [cdn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdn.md), [bandwidth costs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bandwidth-costs.md), [stockholm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stockholm.md), [distribution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/distribution.md) ### Dennis Kucinich, Deval Patrick, and Convention Roll Calls - **Episode:** [45: Do You Think Believe Feel?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/45-do-you-think-believe-feel.md) - **Published:** 2008-08-30 - **Time:** 33:27–37:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/45-do-you-think-believe-feel/chapter/dennis-kucinich-deval-patrick-and-convention-roll-calls.md Dennis Kucinich's energetic "Wake Up America" speech is praised for its passion, despite being taken out of context by news outlets. Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick is identified as a standout orator who was given a poor time slot to avoid upstaging the main nominee. The hosts mock the traditional convention roll call for its focus on trivial state facts like "the biggest ball of twine." Keywords: [dennis kucinich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dennis-kucinich.md), [deval patrick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deval-patrick.md), [massachusetts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/massachusetts.md), [roll call](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roll-call.md), [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md) ### Shell Oil Propaganda, GTL Fuel and Interactive Satellite Channels - **Episode:** [21: Sooty Emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/21-sooty-emissions.md) - **Published:** 2008-03-15 - **Time:** 7:01–16:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/21-sooty-emissions/chapter/shell-oil-propaganda-gtl-fuel-and-interactive-satellite-channels.md John C. Dvorak discovers a short film titled "Clearing the Air" produced by Shell Oil on an experimental Dish Network channel. The film promotes Gas-to-Liquid (GTL) technology as a way to reduce soot and emissions, though the hosts criticize the narrative's technical inconsistencies regarding diesel versus gasoline. The project is identified as a form of corporate propaganda being distributed via satellite and TiVo video-on-demand. Keywords: [shell oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shell-oil.md), [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), gas to liquid, [qatar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qatar.md), [propaganda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/propaganda.md), clearing the air, delft, [emissions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emissions.md) ### Penmanship Struggles, Google Notebook, DirectTV Vacation Policy - **Episode:** [13: Turned on by Esther Dyson](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/13-turned-on-by-esther-dyson.md) - **Published:** 2008-01-19 - **Time:** 6:28–10:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/13-turned-on-by-esther-dyson/chapter/penmanship-struggles-google-notebook-directtv-vacation-policy.md Difficulties with illegible handwriting and disorganized note-taking lead to a discussion on digital alternatives like Google Notebook for mobile devices. A tip regarding satellite television providers reveals that DirectTV and Dish Network allow customers to suspend service for up to 90 days during vacations. The conversation highlights the frustration of finding old notes with phone numbers or quotes that lack proper context or attribution. Keywords: [penmanship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/penmanship.md), google notebook, directtv, [dish network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dish-network.md), organization --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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