# Duracell on The No Agenda Show

Duracell comes up in 9 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2009 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 8
- **Discussed:** December 2009 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [Usb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usb.md), [Africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [Ai Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-art.md), [Artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md), [Batteries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batteries.md), [Counterfeiting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterfeiting.md), [Darren O'neill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darren-o-neill.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### Duracell Battery Failures, Allmax, Fuji Batteries

- **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Time:** 2:03:47–2:05:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/duracell-battery-failures-allmax-fuji-batteries.md

A host expresses strong disapproval of Duracell batteries, claiming they frequently leak and "explode" inside devices, causing damage. He recommends Allmax and Fuji batteries as superior alternatives, noting that Amazon and Costco have changed their availability of these preferred brands.

Keywords: [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), allmax, fuji, [batteries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batteries.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md)

### Value for Value, No Agenda Art, Costco Battery and Chicken Tips

- **Episode:** [1662: Rousting Granny](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny.md)
- **Published:** 2024-05-23
- **Time:** 1:14:57–1:21:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1662-rousting-granny/chapter/value-for-value-no-agenda-art-costco-battery-and-chicken-tips.md

The show's "Value for Value" model is highlighted, featuring listener-contributed artwork and a critique of Duracell batteries sold at Costco, which are prone to leaking. A consumer tip is shared regarding Costco's rotisserie chickens: the best-cooked birds are those large enough to touch the top of the plastic container. The hosts also discuss the "Trad Wife" theme in recent listener art submissions.

Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [rotisserie chicken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotisserie-chicken.md), fuji batteries, trad wives

### No Agenda Art, State Department Coup Map

- **Episode:** [1581: Quippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy.md)
- **Published:** 2023-08-13
- **Time:** 1:59:46–2:02:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy/chapter/no-agenda-art-state-department-coup-map.md

The winning artwork for the episode, titled "Coo Map" by Darren O'Neill, is discussed. A producer within the State Department reported that an official briefing on the "African coup belt" actually used the title "Coup Map," suggesting the show's analysis is influencing government circles. The hosts also critique the quality of Duracell batteries, which were featured in the artwork.

Keywords: [darren o'neill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darren-o-neill.md), coup map, [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md), [africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/africa.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md)

### Battery Quality, AI Art in Podcasting

- **Episode:** [1581: Quippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy.md)
- **Published:** 2023-08-13
- **Time:** 2:02:48–2:08:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy/chapter/battery-quality-ai-art-in-podcasting.md

A tangent regarding battery reliability leads to a recommendation for Fuji and Allmax batteries over Duracell, which the hosts claim are prone to leaking. They also discuss the increasing quality of AI-generated art, specifically from Mid-journey, and debate whether the show should eventually adopt AI art for its main episode covers.

Keywords: [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), fuji batteries, allmax, [mid-journey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mid-journey.md), [ai art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-art.md), [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md)

### Syrian Cell Phone Charging Water Hack Debunked

- **Episode:** [610: Clip Show III](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/610-clip-show-iii.md)
- **Published:** 2014-04-20
- **Time:** 7:55–11:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/610-clip-show-iii/chapter/syrian-cell-phone-charging-water-hack-debunked.md

A viral clip from PBS features a man in Syria claiming to charge cell phones using a glass of water and two Duracell batteries. The method involves soaking batteries for thirty minutes and then placing a USB adapter into the water to initiate a charge. The hosts dismiss the claim as scientifically impossible and criticize the PBS presenter for accepting the "ingenious" idea without skepticism.

Keywords: [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), cell phone charging, [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [usb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usb.md), battery hack

### Syrian Rebel Battery Charging Hoax on PBS

- **Episode:** [335: Aardvark Effect](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-01
- **Time:** 40:04–46:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/335-aardvark-effect/chapter/syrian-rebel-battery-charging-hoax-on-pbs.md

PBS aired a segment featuring a Syrian rebel claiming to charge cell phones by soaking batteries in a glass of water for 30 minutes. After Gizmodo proved the method was scientifically impossible, PBS issued an apology claiming the water was actually a dry mug used for concealment. The hosts dismiss the apology as a cover for poor journalism and a fake story.

Keywords: [pbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [gizmodo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gizmodo.md), [journalism ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism-ethics.md)

### PBS NewsHour, Syrian Cell Phone Charging Hoax

- **Episode:** [329: Two Batteries One Cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup.md)
- **Published:** 2011-08-11
- **Time:** 56:09–1:00:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/pbs-newshour-syrian-cell-phone-charging-hoax.md

A PBS NewsHour segment featuring a Syrian activist is mocked for presenting a scientifically impossible method for charging cell phones using a glass of water and two Duracell batteries. The hosts use this as an example of media gullibility. A brief tangent follows regarding a "gag" advice to shave with butter for a smoother finish.

Keywords: [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [usb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usb.md), butter shave

### ICE Counterfeit Crackdown, Fake Sports Merchandise and Batteries

- **Episode:** [235: Disaster Capitalist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist.md)
- **Published:** 2010-09-16
- **Time:** 1:34:01–1:36:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/235-disaster-capitalist/chapter/ice-counterfeit-crackdown-fake-sports-merchandise-and-batteries.md

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in New Orleans seized over $210,000 in counterfeit sports merchandise. The hosts highlight the absurdity of the seizure, which included 477 counterfeit Duracell batteries and fake John Deere hats, questioning if this is the best use of Homeland Security resources.

Keywords: [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), [counterfeiting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/counterfeiting.md), [nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), [nascar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nascar.md), [john deere](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-deere.md)

### Battery Quality and Walmart Retail Rant

- **Episode:** [161: Obama vs CIA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/161-obama-vs-cia.md)
- **Published:** 2009-12-31
- **Time:** 18:17–19:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/161-obama-vs-cia/chapter/battery-quality-and-walmart-retail-rant.md

A brief complaint arises regarding the poor performance of 9-volt batteries purchased from Walmart or Walgreens. The speaker notes that the batteries, which appeared to be Duracell clones, failed almost immediately after being installed for the show.

Keywords: 9-volt batteries, [walmart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walmart.md), [walgreens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walgreens.md), [duracell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/duracell.md), copper top

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