# Francine Hardaway on The No Agenda Show

Francine Hardaway comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2011 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** May 2011 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [Arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Chris Ruddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-ruddy.md), [Corey Feldman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corey-feldman.md), [De-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [Entrepreneurship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entrepreneurship.md), [Gitmo Nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-nation.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Dame Francine Hardaway, WWJCDD, and Grandfather Figures

- **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-24
- **Time:** 3:53:29–3:56:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/dame-francine-hardaway-wwjcdd-and-grandfather-figures.md

Dame Francine Hardaway returns to the show with a donation. A producer named JC Garcia introduces the acronym "WWJCDD" (What Would John C. Dvorak Do?). Michael Straub and Alexander Marsh describe Dvorak as a grandfather figure who provided a window into a world of reason and humor.

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### Dame Francine Hardaway, Phoenix Migration, De-Douching

- **Episode:** [1275: Hypocrite Oath](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath.md)
- **Published:** 2020-09-06
- **Time:** 2:34:49–2:37:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath/chapter/dame-francine-hardaway-phoenix-migration-de-douching.md

Dame Francine Hardaway, a long-time supporter now based in Phoenix, Arizona, was recognized for her continued contribution to the show. The segment also included several "de-douching" requests, a show ritual for listeners who have previously held mainstream views. Contributors from Chicago, Virginia, and California were acknowledged for their financial support.

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### Francine Hardaway on Robert Scoble and 1960s Culture

- **Episode:** [975: Dolleridoos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/975-dolleridoos.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-13
- **Time:** 32:33–34:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/975-dolleridoos/chapter/francine-hardaway-on-robert-scoble-and-1960s-culture.md

Dame Francine Hardaway provides a perspective on the Robert Scoble situation, contrasting modern standards with the workplace culture of the 1950s and 60s. She argues that the harsh environment of her youth helped her develop the resilience needed to succeed as a female entrepreneur. The segment concludes with a mention of Corey Feldman's recent arrest in Louisiana for marijuana possession.

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### Francine Hardaway, Intel, Tattoo Artist Donations

- **Episode:** [977: 63 Genders](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/977-63-genders.md)
- **Published:** 2017-10-29
- **Time:** 1:53:14–2:01:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/977-63-genders/chapter/francine-hardaway-intel-tattoo-artist-donations.md

Dame Francine Hardaway is recognized for her career at Intel and her recent Medium post on industry misogyny. A tattoo artist from Melbourne, Australia, offers free No Agenda tattoos to the community. The hosts prepare to wrap up the first round of executive producer credits.

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### Knighting Ceremony, Sir Brock Samson, Dame Francine Hardaway

- **Episode:** [950: RACE: other](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-28
- **Time:** 1:24:44–1:27:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other/chapter/knighting-ceremony-sir-brock-samson-dame-francine-hardaway.md

Several high-value donors are recognized, including Caleb Hilly and Andrew Drake, who is knighted as Sir Brock FN Samson of the Burning Marsh. Dame Francine Hardaway also contributes to the show. The hosts grant "relationship karma" and "job karma" to the donors as part of the value-for-value model.

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### Adam Curry, South by Southwest Speaking Experience

- **Episode:** [494: Aid & Comfort](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/494-aid-comfort.md)
- **Published:** 2013-03-10
- **Time:** 9:03–14:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/494-aid-comfort/chapter/adam-curry-south-by-southwest-speaking-experience.md

Adam Curry describes his disappointing experience as a speaker at South by Southwest, where he was scheduled at Dell Hall against a keynote by Elon Musk. He recounts the low attendance of only 20 people and a confrontation with Dame Francine Hardaway, who criticized the show's marketing. Curry expresses frustration with the event organizers for the poor scheduling and lack of compensation beyond festival passes.

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### Executive Producer Credits and No Agenda PR Initiatives

- **Episode:** [366: Fools & Knaves](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/366-fools-knaves.md)
- **Published:** 2011-12-18
- **Time:** 40:15–49:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/366-fools-knaves/chapter/executive-producer-credits-and-no-agenda-pr-initiatives.md

The hosts read donations and grant executive producer credits to supporters including Francine Hardaway, Alexander Dimitriade, and Scott Morgan. They discuss the "value for value" model and provide "karma" to listeners who have contributed. Additionally, they highlight new PR initiatives where supporters have registered domains like newtcanblow.me and mittcanblow.me to redirect traffic to the No Agenda website.

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### Executive Producer Credits and Knighting Ceremony

- **Episode:** [315: Agenda 21](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/315-agenda-21.md)
- **Published:** 2011-06-23
- **Time:** 34:43–39:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/315-agenda-21/chapter/executive-producer-credits-and-knighting-ceremony.md

The hosts acknowledge top-tier donors, including Chris Ruddy and Francine Hardaway, who are contributing toward their knighthood. They discuss the arrival of custom No Agenda knight rings and perform "de-douching" rituals for listeners who have recently converted from being "non-producers" to active supporters.

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### Gitmo Nation National Anthem and Knighting Ceremony

- **Episode:** [315: Agenda 21](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/315-agenda-21.md)
- **Published:** 2011-06-23
- **Time:** 1:35:41–1:39:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/315-agenda-21/chapter/gitmo-nation-national-anthem-and-knighting-ceremony.md

The "Gitmo Nation National Anthem" is played for the audience, followed by a formal knighting ceremony for Francine Hardaway, John W. Schuman, and Lawrence McBride. The hosts emphasize that the show is entirely listener-supported and thank the new knights and dames for their $1,000+ contributions.

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### Executive Producer Credits, Knighting of Steven McGrath

- **Episode:** [301: Code 33](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/301-code-33.md)
- **Published:** 2011-05-05
- **Time:** 7:40–11:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/301-code-33/chapter/executive-producer-credits-knighting-of-steven-mcgrath.md

Steven McGrath is recognized as a "1111.11 Knight" for his significant donation toward the upcoming 11-11-11 celebration. Other executive producers credited include Niccolo Kress, Smiley Face from Norway, and Francine Hardaway. A discussion ensues regarding the Honky-Tonk Review and the correct pronunciation of country singer Merle Haggard's name.

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