# Hollow Books on The No Agenda Show

Hollow Books comes up in 12 chapters across 12 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2009 to April 2025.

- **Chapters:** 12
- **Episodes:** 12
- **Discussed:** November 2009 – April 2025
- **Related topics:** [Karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [Addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/addiction.md), [Alberta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alberta.md), [Birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Challenge Coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md), [Cleveland Browns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland-browns.md), [Crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md)

## Chapters 1–12 of 12

### The Light Phone 3 and the Hollow Book Gag Gift

- **Episode:** [1753: Local Jamoke](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-06
- **Time:** 2:41:52–2:44:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1753-local-jamoke/chapter/the-light-phone-3-and-the-hollow-book-gag-gift.md

A host discusses pre-ordering the Light Phone 3, a simplified device with a camera and navigation but no web browser, as a way to reduce smartphone dependency. This leads to a creative proposal for a "No Agenda Guide to Getting Rid of Your Phone Addiction," which would be a hollowed-out book designed to store a phone on a bookshelf. The hosts brainstorm the feasibility of mass-producing such a gift in the U.S.

Keywords: [light phone 3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/light-phone-3.md), [flip phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flip-phone.md), hollow book, [addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/addiction.md), [gag gift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gag-gift.md)

### Hollow Books, Small Business Success and Swiss Wine

- **Episode:** [1047: Congrats Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1047-congrats-canada.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-02
- **Time:** 2:04:41–2:09:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1047-congrats-canada/chapter/hollow-books-small-business-success-and-swiss-wine.md

Sir Jimmy Gutz of Hollow Books reported a major sale of 1,000 units to an advertising firm for a Sprint promotion. In other listener news, a restaurant owner in Zurich, Switzerland, offered to host a future No Agenda meetup, highlighting the quality of Swiss wines. The segment showcases the diverse professional backgrounds and international reach of the show's audience.

Keywords: [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), [sprint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sprint.md), [switzerland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/switzerland.md), [zurich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zurich.md), [wine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wine.md), [small business](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/small-business.md)

### No Agenda Donor Shout-outs, Hollow Books and Karma

- **Episode:** [988: Don's Dentures](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/988-don-s-dentures.md)
- **Published:** 2017-12-07
- **Time:** 1:57:36–2:03:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/988-don-s-dentures/chapter/no-agenda-donor-shout-outs-hollow-books-and-karma.md

The hosts read a list of donors who contributed to the show, granting "karma" and "jingles" in exchange for their support. A specific recommendation is made for "freehollowbooks.com," a service that creates secret storage compartments inside real books. The segment emphasizes the "value-for-value" relationship between the content creators and the audience.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [crowdfunding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crowdfunding.md), [listener support](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-support.md)

### Executive Producer Credits, Value for Value, David Foley

- **Episode:** [651: Plague Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade.md)
- **Published:** 2014-09-11
- **Time:** 54:38–58:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/651-plague-grenade/chapter/executive-producer-credits-value-for-value-david-foley.md

Adam Curry thanks the "Value for Value" producers and discusses the show's artwork. He introduces Executive Producer David Foley, who donated $668.66. Foley receives a "hollow book" from a show sponsor as part of his producer package.

Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [david foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-foley.md), [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), [Newcastle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newcastle.md)

### Six Week Cycle, Free Holo Books, Dvorak PC Telecommunications

- **Episode:** [564: Summer of Snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/564-summer-of-snowden.md)
- **Published:** 2013-11-10
- **Time:** 1:16:44–1:21:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/564-summer-of-snowden/chapter/six-week-cycle-free-holo-books-dvorak-pc-telecommunications.md

The hosts promote the website sixweekcycle.com, which tracks recurring geopolitical "reset" events. They also highlight "Free Holo Books," a project by Sir Jimmy that converts old books into hidden storage containers. One featured item is a hollowed-out copy of "Dvorak's Guide to PC Telecommunications" designed to fit a Glock handgun.

Keywords: six week cycle, [jimmy kimmel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-kimmel.md), [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), [glock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glock.md), pc telecommunications, thrift store

### Hollow Books and Cleveland Browns Karma Success

- **Episode:** [359: First Buddy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/359-first-buddy.md)
- **Published:** 2011-11-24
- **Time:** 2:01:32–2:05:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/359-first-buddy/chapter/hollow-books-and-cleveland-browns-karma-success.md

Sir James of FreeHollowBooks is thanked, and the hosts suggest he make a hollow book specifically for "The Judge" revolver. They also marvel at the fact that the Cleveland Browns won a game after a listener requested a "karma shot" for the team, despite the hosts' initial skepticism.

Keywords: [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), skylar visconi, [cleveland browns](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland-browns.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), [hot pockets tour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-pockets-tour.md)

### Meeting Jimmy from Free Hollow Books, Virginia

- **Episode:** [323: CIA vs MI6](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/323-cia-vs-mi6.md)
- **Published:** 2011-07-21
- **Time:** 4:58–7:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/323-cia-vs-mi6/chapter/meeting-jimmy-from-free-hollow-books-virginia.md

The tour stopped in Salem, Virginia, to meet with Jimmy from Free Hollow Books, who provided the crew with homegrown produce. Curry notes that many listeners work for government agencies or organizations with high-level security clearances. These individuals reportedly use the show as a psychological release from their professional roles within "evil organizations."

Keywords: jimmy, free hollow books, [salem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salem.md), [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), [security clearances](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/security-clearances.md)

### Listener Donations, Global Karma Requests

- **Episode:** [319: Boob Bombs!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/319-boob-bombs.md)
- **Published:** 2011-07-07
- **Time:** 1:39:05–1:47:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/319-boob-bombs/chapter/listener-donations-global-karma-requests.md

A large block of listener donations is read, featuring contributors from Canada, Australia, and the United States. Topics in the notes include the final Space Shuttle launch, moving to Santa Monica for video game design, and local political grievances in Tennessee. The hosts grant "karma" and "podcast licenses" to the producers supporting the show.

Keywords: shuttle launch, [alberta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alberta.md), [santa monica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/santa-monica.md), [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), 319 club

### Listener Donations, Hollow Books, Knighting Ceremony

- **Episode:** [306: We Live!!!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/306-we-live.md)
- **Published:** 2011-05-22
- **Time:** 1:24:20–1:33:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/306-we-live/chapter/listener-donations-hollow-books-knighting-ceremony.md

The program acknowledges various listener donations, including a contribution from James Free of freehollowbooks.com. The hosts discuss technical issues with PayPal's recurring donation system and perform a formal knighting ceremony for Sir James Irvine and Sir Gavin Warren. A "karma shot" is sent to several listeners for birthdays and weddings.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md)

### Hollow Book Bombs and Jihadi Memes

- **Episode:** [287: Death or Worse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/287-death-or-worse.md)
- **Published:** 2011-03-17
- **Time:** 1:39:09–1:41:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/287-death-or-worse/chapter/hollow-book-bombs-and-jihadi-memes.md

News reports have highlighted "book bombs" as a new terrorist tool, where explosives are hidden inside hollowed-out pages. The hosts express concern for legitimate businesses like freehollowbooks.com that may be negatively impacted by the association with these devices.

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### International Birthdays and Hollow Books

- **Episode:** [272: Brown is the New Green](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/272-brown-is-the-new-green.md)
- **Published:** 2011-01-23
- **Time:** 1:18:47–1:22:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/272-brown-is-the-new-green/chapter/international-birthdays-and-hollow-books.md

The hosts celebrate the 13th birthday of a listener's son in Canada and acknowledge a new donor from Sweden who recently received a raise. A promotion for "Free Hollow Books" highlights products designed to hide valuables or electronics inside real hardbound books. The segment reinforces the community's diverse interests and global reach.

Keywords: [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [hollow books](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollow-books.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [challenge coins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coins.md)

### Listener Donations and No Agenda Hollow Books

- **Episode:** [144: Hemorrhagic Flu Outbreak!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/144-hemorrhagic-flu-outbreak.md)
- **Published:** 2009-11-01
- **Time:** 51:07–55:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/144-hemorrhagic-flu-outbreak/chapter/listener-donations-and-no-agenda-hollow-books.md

The hosts acknowledge various listener donations, including a contribution from James at FreeHollowBooks.com, who created a custom "No Agenda" bookcase. Other donors include Zama Kohai from Japan, Powell Rogalinsky from Germany, and Liam Hemmings from the UK. The segment emphasizes the "value-for-value" model and encourages listeners to empty their PayPal accounts to support the show.

Keywords: free hollow books, [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [listener donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-donations.md)

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