# Grief on The No Agenda Show Grief comes up in 14 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2015 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 14 - **Episodes:** 14 - **Discussed:** November 2015 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Arnold Schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [Bill Nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Ai Voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voice.md), [Al Gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [Amygdala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amygdala.md), [Big Pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md) ## Chapters 1–14 of 14 ### Sam Jones and the Very Fine People Hoax - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 4:20:04–4:21:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sam-jones-and-the-very-fine-people-hoax.md Sam Jones from Charlottesville, Virginia, discusses living through the "very fine people hoax" and the pressure of vaccination hysteria. He shares the tragic loss of his three-year-old son, Colin, and how the show provided a distraction during his grief. He also mentions a "reboot" of his faith inspired by the host's journey. Keywords: sam jones, [charlottesville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlottesville.md), [very fine people](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/very-fine-people.md), [faith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/faith.md), [grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grief.md) ### Faith, Grief, and the Legacy of John C. Dvorak - **Episode:** [1905: Nerdballs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-20 - **Time:** 1:55:19–2:03:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1905-nerdballs/chapter/faith-grief-and-the-legacy-of-john-c-dvorak.md Adam Curry reflects on the recent deaths of John C. Dvorak and tech icon Josh Baer, emphasizing the role of faith in processing grief. He discusses the "Stations of the Cross" and the biblical concept of "leaving the dead to bury their dead" as a mandate to live for the living. Jason Calacanis pledges to support Dvorak's legacy and family through continued donations to the No Agenda show. Keywords: [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [mel gibson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mel-gibson.md), josh baer, passion of the christ, [catholicism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/catholicism.md), [grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grief.md) ### Adam Curry Reflects on the Passing of John C. Dvorak - **Episode:** [1899: Asymmetric Intimacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-30 - **Time:** 16:31–23:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1899-asymmetric-intimacy/chapter/adam-curry-reflects-on-the-passing-of-john-c-dvorak.md Adam Curry discusses the emotional and professional impact of the death of his long-time co-host, John C. Dvorak. Curry admits the original dynamic of the show died with Dvorak and expresses uncertainty about the future of the program while experimenting with guest hosts like Jason Calacanis. They explore the "asymmetrical intimacy" of podcasting and the deep parasocial connection felt by the global audience. Keywords: [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), parasocial relationships, [grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grief.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md) ### Adam Curry on the Passing of John C. Dvorak - **Episode:** [1892: Kill Switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-06 - **Time:** 47:05–51:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1892-kill-switch/chapter/adam-curry-on-the-passing-of-john-c-dvorak.md Adam Curry joins the show to discuss his personal grief following the sudden death of his long-time co-host, John C. Dvorak. Curry describes their unique working relationship, which was primarily conducted on-air with very little off-air communication. He reflects on the "No Agenda" legacy and the difficulty of recreating the chemistry he shared with Dvorak. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grief.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), survivors guilt ### Grief Tech, Digital Immortality and AI Voice Reconstruction - **Episode:** [1666: Wyrd](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-06 - **Time:** 1:07:27–1:09:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1666-wyrd/chapter/grief-tech-digital-immortality-and-ai-voice-reconstruction.md Entrepreneur Michael Bommer, facing terminal cancer, spent $15,000 to create an interactive AI version of himself to provide comfort to his wife after his passing. This "grief tech" allows the AI to tell stories and answer questions in his voice. The hosts discuss the ethical implications of digital immortality and its potential to hinder the grieving process. Keywords: michael bommer, grief tech, digital immortality, [colon cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colon-cancer.md), [ai voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voice.md) ### Ozempic Fad, Utah Mother Charged with Fentanyl Murder - **Episode:** [1554: The Verger](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1554-the-verger.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-11 - **Time:** 1:19:35–1:21:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1554-the-verger/chapter/ozempic-fad-utah-mother-charged-with-fentanyl-murder.md The hosts discuss the American obsession with pharmaceutical solutions, specifically the weight-loss drug Ozempic, which they claim leads to "muscle wasting" and "brain deterioration." They highlight a news story from Utah where Corey Richens, an author of a children's book on grief, was charged with murdering her husband using a lethal dose of fentanyl. Keywords: [ozempic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ozempic.md), [big pharma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-pharma.md), [fentanyl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fentanyl.md), corey richens, [utah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utah.md), grief book ### Climate Change Grief, Media Evolution, and Polar Vortex - **Episode:** [1336: Climate Crisis Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1336-climate-crisis-special.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-08 - **Time:** 1:17:39–1:20:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1336-climate-crisis-special/chapter/climate-change-grief-media-evolution-and-polar-vortex.md A satirical segment featuring an Arnold Schwarzenegger impersonator explores "climate change grief" and the five stages of denial. Media analysts discuss how news organizations have evolved to connect individual weather events, like the polar vortex, directly to climate change. However, Fox News host Brian Kilmeade suggests the term "climate change" was adopted only after "global warming" failed to account for severe cold weather. Keywords: [climate grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-grief.md), [arnold schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [meteorology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meteorology.md), [brian kilmeade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-kilmeade.md) ### National Cathedral Bell Tolling and Biden's Grief Narrative - **Episode:** [1324: Yak Yak Vax](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1324-yak-yak-vax.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-25 - **Time:** 2:14–4:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1324-yak-yak-vax/chapter/national-cathedral-bell-tolling-and-biden-s-grief-narrative.md The National Cathedral in Washington D.C. rang its bells for one hour to commemorate 500,000 COVID-19 deaths, a gesture the hosts suggest should have lasted 28 days to represent every individual. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden led a moment of silence, utilizing the President's personal history with grief to create a relatable narrative for the nation. Keywords: national cathedral, [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [covid-19 deaths](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19-deaths.md), [grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grief.md), [jill biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jill-biden.md) ### Biden Campaign Rhetoric, Empty Seats at the Dinner Table - **Episode:** [1294: Ephemeral Experience](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-13 - **Time:** 30:21–31:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1294-ephemeral-experience/chapter/biden-campaign-rhetoric-empty-seats-at-the-dinner-table.md NBC News featured a human-interest story about a family losing both parents to COVID-19, emphasizing the "empty seats at the dinner table." This specific imagery mirrors the canned campaign speeches delivered by Joe Biden throughout the 2020 election cycle. Critics view the repetition of this narrative as a media effort to reinforce Biden's messaging and place blame for pandemic deaths on the Trump administration. Keywords: [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [campaign rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/campaign-rhetoric.md), [grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grief.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md) ### Climate Grief, Psychological Impact on Youth - **Episode:** [1099: Wobama](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-31 - **Time:** 2:18:05–2:20:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama/chapter/climate-grief-psychological-impact-on-youth.md "Climate grief" is identified as a growing psychological phenomenon where young people feel a sense of loss for a future they believe will not exist due to environmental catastrophe. The hosts argue that decades of "doomsday" rhetoric from figures like Al Gore have negatively impacted the mental health and brain development of children. This constant fear is seen as a tool for social and political control. Keywords: [climate grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-grief.md), [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md), [sustainability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sustainability.md), [amygdala](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amygdala.md) ### Climate Grief, The Good Grief Network - **Episode:** [1098: Climate Grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-28 - **Time:** 1:49:19–1:53:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief/chapter/climate-grief-the-good-grief-network.md A new psychological phenomenon termed "climate grief" or "eco-anxiety" is discussed, highlighting college students who feel existential dread over the planet's future. The "Good Grief Network" is introduced as a support group that helps individuals process these feelings through 10-step programs and community sessions. Keywords: [climate grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-grief.md), [nbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc.md), good grief network, [eco-anxiety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eco-anxiety.md), psychosocial resilience ### Therapy Animals at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High - **Episode:** [1012: Value Convo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-01 - **Time:** 1:07:29–1:09:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo/chapter/therapy-animals-at-marjory-stoneman-douglas-high.md As students returned to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the campus provided 150 grief counselors and various therapy animals. The inclusion of therapy goats is questioned, with a humorous aside regarding the animal's temperament and its historical association with satanic imagery. Keywords: therapy dogs, ponies, [goats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goats.md), [parkland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parkland.md), grief counselors, [satanic symbols](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satanic-symbols.md) ### Bill Nye, National Geographic Global Meltdown Special - **Episode:** [772: Grim Math](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/772-grim-math.md) - **Published:** 2015-11-09 - **Time:** 17:34–20:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/772-grim-math/chapter/bill-nye-national-geographic-global-meltdown-special.md Bill Nye appeared in a National Geographic special titled "Global Meltdown," where he framed climate change through the five stages of grief. The "bargaining" stage is identified as the push for cap and trade systems and carbon credits. The special encourages corporations to buy offsets to fund green energy projects in developing nations. Keywords: [bill nye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-nye.md), [national geographic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-geographic.md), five stages of grief, [cap and trade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cap-and-trade.md), [carbon credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-credits.md) ### Arnold Schwarzenegger, Climate Change Grief Sketch - **Episode:** [770: Mighty Men of Valor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor.md) - **Published:** 2015-11-01 - **Time:** 2:13:41–2:17:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor/chapter/arnold-schwarzenegger-climate-change-grief-sketch.md Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bill Nye appeared in a sketch where Schwarzenegger plays a psychiatrist treating Nye for "climate change grief." 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