# Healthy Surprise on The No Agenda Show

Healthy Surprise comes up in 15 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2012 to December 2018.

- **Chapters:** 15
- **Episodes:** 14
- **Discussed:** April 2012 – December 2018
- **Related topics:** [Kale](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kale.md), [Cbd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbd.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [Alaska](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alaska.md), [Austin Texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-texas.md), [Cancer Karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer-karma.md), [Chocolate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chocolate.md), [Donation Model](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation-model.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md)

## Chapters 1–15 of 15

### Healthy Surprise, Jambo Superfoods CBD Products

- **Episode:** [1098: Climate Grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief.md)
- **Published:** 2018-12-28
- **Time:** 2:13:27–2:16:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1098-climate-grief/chapter/healthy-surprise-jambo-superfoods-cbd-products.md

Long-time listener Joe Winky, founder of Healthy Surprise and Jambo Superfoods, is featured. After his original snack box business was disrupted by larger competitors, he transitioned to the CBD industry. He sent the hosts samples of "CBD Muscle Balm," leading to a humorous discussion about foot massages.

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### Healthy Surprise Joe and Hillary Clinton's Birthday

- **Episode:** [976: 10th Anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/976-10th-anniversary.md)
- **Published:** 2017-10-27
- **Time:** 3:46:04–3:48:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/976-10th-anniversary/chapter/healthy-surprise-joe-and-hillary-clinton-s-birthday.md

Joe Winky, known for "Healthy Surprise," donates $333.33 and is discussed as having moved into the CBD industry. The conversation shifts back to Hillary Clinton's birthday and her past comments regarding the death of Muammar Gaddafi. The hosts replay the "We came, we saw, he died" clip to analyze her reaction.

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### No Agenda Merchandise, Healthy Surprise Box Review

- **Episode:** [667: Arming A-holes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/667-arming-a-holes.md)
- **Published:** 2014-11-06
- **Time:** 1:22:30–1:24:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/667-arming-a-holes/chapter/no-agenda-merchandise-healthy-surprise-box-review.md

Adam Curry promotes the new "Numerology Disc" CD and reviews a "Healthy Surprise" snack box. He and Dvorak debate the quality of dried crunchy mangoes and express relief at the absence of kale. Curry also reads a personal note from a listener named Joe suggesting he take time to "deepen his breath" and slow his mind.

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### Healthy Surprise, Paleo Diets, and the "Douchebag" Aesthetic

- **Episode:** [607: Big Sandy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/607-big-sandy.md)
- **Published:** 2014-04-10
- **Time:** 18:37–22:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/607-big-sandy/chapter/healthy-surprise-paleo-diets-and-the-douchebag-aesthetic.md

The hosts recount a dinner with Joe and Shannon from the subscription service Healthy Surprise, discussing the company's growth and the "Burning Man" aesthetic of the founders. The conversation pivots to a critique of modern grooming trends, specifically the "stubble-ized" beard look popularized by tech figures and celebrities. They also mention the popularity of the Paleo diet among certain demographics in Los Angeles and Austin.

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### Superfoods Marketing Hoax, Healthy Surprise Box

- **Episode:** [597: Prison Prep](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/597-prison-prep.md)
- **Published:** 2014-03-06
- **Time:** 2:01:31–2:04:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/597-prison-prep/chapter/superfoods-marketing-hoax-healthy-surprise-box.md

The hosts discuss the "superfoods" trend, noting that Dutch authorities have labeled the term a marketing hoax. They review items from a "Healthy Surprise" box, including pumpkin seeds and raw chocolate, while questioning the scientific validity of "dynamic superfoods."

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### Healthy Surprise, Kale Nutrition, and TED NPR

- **Episode:** [592: Taser Taser Taser!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/592-taser-taser-taser.md)
- **Published:** 2014-02-16
- **Time:** 1:04:32–1:09:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/592-taser-taser-taser/chapter/healthy-surprise-kale-nutrition-and-ted-npr.md

The hosts discuss receiving "Healthy Surprise" boxes and a specific segment from the TED Radio Hour on NPR featuring Dr. Terry Wahls. Wahls promotes kale as the most nutrient-dense plant for protecting mitochondria and brain cells. The hosts mock the "programming" style of the broadcast and the aggressive promotion of kale as a superfood.

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### No Agenda Donation Segment, Knighting of Dame Beth

- **Episode:** [583: A Pure Heart](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/583-a-pure-heart.md)
- **Published:** 2014-01-20
- **Time:** 2:14:57–2:28:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/583-a-pure-heart/chapter/no-agenda-donation-segment-knighting-of-dame-beth.md

The No Agenda show processed a large volume of listener donations, including a $1,000 contribution from Beth, who was dubbed the "Dame of Baja Arizona." Other significant donors included Joseph Winkie of HealthySurprise.com and various "69.69" contributors. The segment included "karma" requests for medical issues and "douchebag" call-outs requested by producers.

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### Healthy Surprise, Kale Fad, Food Trends

- **Episode:** [572: Uptalking Dudes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/572-uptalking-dudes.md)
- **Published:** 2013-12-08
- **Time:** 1:53:29–1:55:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/572-uptalking-dudes/chapter/healthy-surprise-kale-fad-food-trends.md

The hosts discuss a gift from Healthy Surprise and the ongoing cultural obsession with kale. They describe the difficulty of cooking kale to an edible texture and speculate that its popularity is driven by a London-based public relations operation. They note that even insects seem to avoid eating the plant.

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### Healthy Surprise, Cancer Karma Segment

- **Episode:** [555: Grays+Monkeys=Humans](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-10
- **Time:** 2:16:52–2:20:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/555-grays-monkeys-humans/chapter/healthy-surprise-cancer-karma-segment.md

The hosts thank "Healthy Surprise" for sending snack boxes, though they express a strong dislike for kale chips. The segment turns somber as they fulfill "Fuck Cancer" karma requests for listeners whose family members are battling spinal and lung cancer. They emphasize the importance of maintaining humor during difficult medical treatments.

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### Microphone Maintenance and the French Kale Movement

- **Episode:** [551: The Tolerance Podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/551-the-tolerance-podcast.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-26
- **Time:** 5:10–9:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/551-the-tolerance-podcast/chapter/microphone-maintenance-and-the-french-kale-movement.md

Technical issues persist as a host struggles with a new microphone, leading to a warning against blowing into diaphragms. The conversation shifts to a story about a woman attempting to introduce kale into French culture. The hosts express strong distaste for the vegetable, dismissing it as a "bill of goods" sold to vegans despite its poor flavor.

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### Healthy Surprise, Kale Chips and Homemade Wine

- **Episode:** [520: Kale Donuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/520-kale-donuts.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-09
- **Time:** 1:55:29–1:58:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/520-kale-donuts/chapter/healthy-surprise-kale-chips-and-homemade-wine.md

The hosts discuss their latest "Healthy Surprise" snack boxes, with Dvorak complaining about the prevalence of kale products. They also mention receiving a bottle of homemade wine from a listener in Washington/Alaska, which Curry plans to share with Miss Mickey.

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### Healthy Surprise, Austin Migration and Value-for-Value

- **Episode:** [480: War on Brains](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains.md)
- **Published:** 2013-01-20
- **Time:** 40:52–43:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains/chapter/healthy-surprise-austin-migration-and-value-for-value.md

Joe from Healthy Surprise sends a gift box of snacks and expresses his intention to move his business from California to Austin, Texas. The hosts use this as an opportunity to explain their "value-for-value" funding model, which relies on listener donations rather than traditional advertising. They encourage listeners to join the mailing list and support the show's infrastructure.

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### Healthy Surprise, Coco Roons, Raw Food Labeling

- **Episode:** [450: LaGarde's List](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/450-lagarde-s-list.md)
- **Published:** 2012-10-07
- **Time:** 2:55–4:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/450-lagarde-s-list/chapter/healthy-surprise-coco-roons-raw-food-labeling.md

A discussion regarding a shipment from Healthy Surprise highlights the labeling of "Coco Roons." The product claims to be raw despite containing California almonds that must be pasteurized by law. The hosts question the logic of how a product remains "raw" after the pasteurization process.

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### Healthy Surprise and Gitmo Shirts PR

- **Episode:** [399: Hip-Check China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china.md)
- **Published:** 2012-04-12
- **Time:** 45:55–49:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china/chapter/healthy-surprise-and-gitmo-shirts-pr.md

The hosts thank Healthy Surprise for a box of vegan snacks and promote the launch of GetmoShirts.com, which features designs related to the "Drone Star State" and "China Pipelines." A listener report mentions spiking a Gallup poll by entering "No Agenda" as a primary news source and claiming to be a high-income Ron Paul supporter.

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### Knighting Ceremony and Healthy Surprise Review

- **Episode:** [399: Hip-Check China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china.md)
- **Published:** 2012-04-12
- **Time:** 1:57:48–2:03:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/399-hip-check-china/chapter/knighting-ceremony-and-healthy-surprise-review.md

The hosts conduct a formal knighting ceremony for Sir Jule van de Meer, Sir David Rudolf Bucker, and Dame Cathy Siminich. They also review a gift box from Healthy Surprise, discussing the merits of various vegan snacks like wasabi seaweed and their shared dislike for kale chips.

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