# Double Nickels on The No Agenda Show Double Nickels comes up in 11 chapters across 11 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2012 to September 2020. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 11 - **Discussed:** December 2012 – September 2020 - **Related topics:** [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Sergeant Fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [6969](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/6969.md), [Anonymous Donors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-donors.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [Brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Canadian Dollar-ettes, Who Are These Podcasts, Double Nickels - **Episode:** [1274: Thugs on a plane](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1274-thugs-on-a-plane.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-03 - **Time:** 1:34:55–1:38:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1274-thugs-on-a-plane/chapter/canadian-dollar-ettes-who-are-these-podcasts-double-nickels.md "Baron Hank Scorpio" contributes in Canadian "dollar-ettes" and calls out a fellow producer. "Sir Karl with a K" from Rochester donates "double nickels on the dime" ($55.10) and promotes the "Who Are These Podcasts?" show. The hosts play a jingle comparing the addictiveness of Oreos to cocaine and discuss Dvorak's upcoming appearance on WATP. Keywords: [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), watp, [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md), [oreos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oreos.md), [cocaine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cocaine.md) ### Knighthood for Richard Zula and International Donors - **Episode:** [1248: Peak Whiteness](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1248-peak-whiteness.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-07 - **Time:** 2:49:26–2:54:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1248-peak-whiteness/chapter/knighthood-for-richard-zula-and-international-donors.md Richard Zula achieves knighthood after reaching $1,000 in total donations, choosing the title "Sir Rich of the Backyard." Other international donors from Frankfurt, Germany, and Brighton, UK, are acknowledged. The segment features several "double nickel" ($55.55) donations, a common contribution level among the show's producers. Keywords: richard zula, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [frankfurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frankfurt.md), [brighton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brighton.md), [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md) ### Correction on "Double Nickels on the Dime" Origin - **Episode:** [986: Fruit Machine](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/986-fruit-machine.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-15 - **Time:** 1:57:24–2:00:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/986-fruit-machine/chapter/correction-on-double-nickels-on-the-dime-origin.md The hosts issue a correction regarding the origin of the "double nickels on the dime" ($55.10) donation amount, attributing it to Tom Boushey in 2010 rather than Sergeant Fred. They also discuss a physical letter and check received from Richard and Delia Moffitt, highlighting the persistence of traditional mail in the digital age of the No Agenda show. Keywords: [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md), tom boushey, [sergeant fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), moffitt check, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Sergeant Fred, Double Nickels on the Dime, and 6969 Karma - **Episode:** [984: Show X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/984-show-x.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-26 - **Time:** 1:52:12–1:55:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/984-show-x/chapter/sergeant-fred-double-nickels-on-the-dime-and-6969-karma.md The "Double Nickels on the Dime" ($55.10) donation amount is attributed to the late Sergeant Fred Castaneda, a Vietnam veteran. The hosts also discuss the "6969" donation streak started by a listener in Germany, which became a long-running show segment until the streak was eventually broken. They reflect on how these specific numbers create a sense of community and ritual. Keywords: [sergeant fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md), [6969](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/6969.md), [numerology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/numerology.md), vietnam vet ### Donation Segment, Well-Wishers and Birthday Shout-outs - **Episode:** [740: Losers to Lions](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/740-losers-to-lions.md) - **Published:** 2015-07-19 - **Time:** 1:51:55–1:59:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/740-losers-to-lions/chapter/donation-segment-well-wishers-and-birthday-shout-outs.md The hosts read a list of "well-wisher" donations ($74) and "double nickel" donations ($55.55). They acknowledge the lower-than-usual donation levels for a homecoming show and thank the producers for their continued support against "summer movie" competition. Several birthdays are celebrated, including Samuel Butterick and Nicolas Samaras. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [well-wishers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/well-wishers.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md), [anonymous donors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-donors.md) ### Double Nickels Origin, No Agenda Militia Joke - **Episode:** [696: The Key Key Thing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/696-the-key-key-thing.md) - **Published:** 2015-02-15 - **Time:** 2:33:17–2:35:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/696-the-key-key-thing/chapter/double-nickels-origin-no-agenda-militia-joke.md The hosts clarify the origin of the "double nickels on the dime" ($55.10) donation amount, attributing it to Sir Tom the Minute Man. They also address why they discontinued the "Minuteman" title to avoid being mistaken for a real-world militia. Keywords: [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md), [sergeant fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [militia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/militia.md), minutemen, [deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deconstruction.md) ### Donor Segment and Crohn's Disease Vaccine - **Episode:** [623: Fact Pattern](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/623-fact-pattern.md) - **Published:** 2014-06-08 - **Time:** 2:09:39–2:16:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/623-fact-pattern/chapter/donor-segment-and-crohn-s-disease-vaccine.md A series of donations are acknowledged, including a "stonation" from Trevor Lewis, who also mentions a Crohn's disease vaccine being tested in Canada. The hosts discuss Edward Snowden's recent interview in Brazil where he reportedly sought asylum. Various "double nickels on the dime" ($55.55) donations are read from listeners across the globe. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [crohn's disease](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crohn-s-disease.md), [vaccine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [brazil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brazil.md), [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md) ### Double Nickels on the Dime, Illuminati Jokes, Challenge Coins - **Episode:** [600: Seven Proxies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/600-seven-proxies.md) - **Published:** 2014-03-20 - **Time:** 2:12:27–2:19:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/600-seven-proxies/chapter/double-nickels-on-the-dime-illuminati-jokes-challenge-coins.md Donations of $55 and $54.32 are acknowledged, with jokes about the Illuminati and "getting laid." A "layaway plan" for knighthood is discussed for listeners who donate smaller amounts consistently over 66 episodes. The segment concludes with requests for "dope ass challenge coins" and show-themed t-shirts. Keywords: [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md), [illuminati](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illuminati.md), [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), [t-shirts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/t-shirts.md), [layaway plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/layaway-plan.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) ### Croatian Castles and Sergeant Fred's Unique Packages - **Episode:** [593: Abundance of Caution](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/593-abundance-of-caution.md) - **Published:** 2014-02-24 - **Time:** 2:17:59–2:21:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/593-abundance-of-caution/chapter/croatian-castles-and-sergeant-fred-s-unique-packages.md Donations are recognized from listeners in Croatia and Alabama. Adam Curry describes a unique package from "Sergeant Fred" that included the movie "La Cucaracha" and $55.10 in cash (double nickels on a dime) hidden between business cards. The hosts also acknowledge a donor with "block letter script" handwriting from Illinois. Keywords: [croatia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/croatia.md), [sergeant fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md), la cucaracha, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### Global Donations, Baby Karma and Double Nickels - **Episode:** [511: Warming Up to Iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland.md) - **Published:** 2013-05-09 - **Time:** 1:57:11–2:04:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/511-warming-up-to-iceland/chapter/global-donations-baby-karma-and-double-nickels.md A large volume of donations is processed from listeners in Canada, Australia, and the UK. Notable contributions include "baby karma" requests for expecting parents and a series of "double nickel" ($55.55) donations, while the hosts continue to thank the "guardians of reality" for supporting the show. Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [double nickels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/double-nickels.md) ### Double Nickels and Value for Value History - **Episode:** [468: Meat Hands](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/468-meat-hands.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-09 - **Time:** 1:47:01–1:50:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/468-meat-hands/chapter/double-nickels-and-value-for-value-history.md Sir Stone in South Dakota is thanked for a "double nickels on the dime" ($55.10) donation, a legacy gimmick from the show's early days. He credits the "No Agenda" community for helping him succeed on Etsy. The segment concludes with various $50 donations from Florida, Zurich, and Iowa. 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