# Hummus on The No Agenda Show Hummus comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2010 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** July 2010 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Sabra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sabra.md), [Costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md), [Israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [Middle East](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [Olive Oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olive-oil.md), [Arabic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arabic.md), [Benjamin Netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [Boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boycott.md), [Coalition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coalition.md), [Deuce Club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deuce-club.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Finding Authentic Hummus and Sabra Brand Criticism - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 29:38–31:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/finding-authentic-hummus-and-sabra-brand-criticism.md A search for authentic hummus in the United States leads to a recommendation for Yousef's brand, found at Costco, which uses olive oil. This is contrasted with the national brand Sabra, which is criticized for using soybean oil despite having a desirable texture. The discussion emphasizes that "real" hummus is best made fresh by traditional methods in the Middle East. Keywords: [hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hummus.md), [sabra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sabra.md), [olive oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/olive-oil.md), soybean oil, [costco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/costco.md) ### Orin's Hummus Boycott and San Francisco Protests - **Episode:** [1625: Call me Bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1625-call-me-bill.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-14 - **Time:** 1:59:52–2:02:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1625-call-me-bill/chapter/orin-s-hummus-boycott-and-san-francisco-protests.md Orin's Hummus, an Israeli restaurant in San Francisco, was targeted with graffiti and boycott flyers during a pro-Palestine demonstration. The flyers called for a boycott of several Jewish-owned businesses in the city. The restaurant's manager emphasized that the business focuses on food rather than politics, while the hosts discuss the quality of authentic hummus from the region. Keywords: orin's hummus, [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boycott.md), israeli cuisine, pro-palestine demonstration ### Time, Talent, and Treasure, Episode 1599 Artwork - **Episode:** [1600: Unpack It](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1600-unpack-it.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-19 - **Time:** 2:21:24–2:26:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1600-unpack-it/chapter/time-talent-and-treasure-episode-1599-artwork.md The hosts thank the "No Agenda Nation" for their contributions of time, talent, and treasure, noting the show went full-time around episode 100. They review the artwork for episode 1599 by Matt Boisvert, titled "Drop The Op," which features a subtle misspelling of "Hamas" as "Hammas." This leads to a tangent about the quality of hand-ground hummus in the Middle East. Keywords: [time talent treasure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-talent-treasure.md), [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [matt boisvert](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-boisvert.md), [hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hummus.md), [deuce club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deuce-club.md) ### ISO Selection, Israeli Government Coalition - **Episode:** [1353: Lousy Hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1353-lousy-hummus.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-06 - **Time:** 2:43:36–2:48:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1353-lousy-hummus/chapter/iso-selection-israeli-government-coalition.md The hosts select "I eat kale, it is dangerous" as the episode's primary soundbite (ISO). They briefly discuss the historic coalition formed to unseat Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which includes an Arab party for the first time. The segment ends with a lighthearted debate about who makes the best hummus, with the hosts favoring Palestinian preparations. Keywords: [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [coalition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coalition.md), [hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hummus.md), [palestinian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestinian.md), [iso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iso.md) ### Thanksgiving Production Banter, Hummus Pronunciation - **Episode:** [1088: Three Chambers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-25 - **Time:** 1:04:03–1:06:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1088-three-chambers/chapter/thanksgiving-production-banter-hummus-pronunciation.md The hosts engage in banter regarding their Thanksgiving Day recording schedule and the pronunciation of "hummus." Adam Curry mentions receiving numerous corrections from listeners in Israel and the US on the proper Arabic or Hebrew pronunciation. The segment highlights the "value for value" interaction between the show and its global audience. Keywords: [production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/production.md), [hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hummus.md), [pronunciation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pronunciation.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [arabic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arabic.md), hebrew, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Sir Hummus and the Middle Eastern Peace Through Food Theory - **Episode:** [1087: Hippie Hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-18 - **Time:** 1:13:22–1:19:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus/chapter/sir-hummus-and-the-middle-eastern-peace-through-food-theory.md A donor from Lebanon, knighted as Sir Hummus, suggests that the conflicts in the Middle East could be resolved if people focused on their shared love of hummus. John C. Dvorak provides a critique of commercial hummus brands, praising Oasis and Sabra while criticizing "hippie hummuses" found at Whole Foods. The hosts jokingly propose a "hummus-off" to create peace in the region. Keywords: [hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hummus.md), [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), sir hummus, [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [sabra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sabra.md), oasis, [jeff bezos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-bezos.md) ### Knighting of Sir Hummus and Middle Eastern Spirits - **Episode:** [1087: Hippie Hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-18 - **Time:** 2:17:39–2:20:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1087-hippie-hummus/chapter/knighting-of-sir-hummus-and-middle-eastern-spirits.md The hosts perform a knighting ceremony for Sir Hummus from the Middle East. They discuss the traditional anise-flavored spirit "Arak," comparing it to Greek Uzo, French Pastis, and Italian Sambuca. The segment reinforces the "value for value" model of the podcast. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), sir hummus, arak, pastis, uzo, sambuca, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) ### Hummus Diplomacy, Middle East Conflict, Palestinian Restaurant - **Episode:** [1083: The Zoomers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1083-the-zoomers.md) - **Published:** 2018-11-05 - **Time:** 1:31:23–1:33:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1083-the-zoomers/chapter/hummus-diplomacy-middle-east-conflict-palestinian-restaurant.md In a lighthearted tangent, the hosts suggest that the Middle East conflict is ultimately a dispute over who makes the best hummus. John C. Dvorak recalls visiting a Palestinian restaurant in a Los Angeles alley that served the best handmade hummus he has ever had. They joke that "hummus diplomacy" could solve regional tensions if everyone could agree on a recipe. Keywords: [hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hummus.md), [middle east](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/middle-east.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), culinary diplomacy ### Matt Walsh, Viral Parody of Identity Politics - **Episode:** [897: Douchebag Disneyland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland.md) - **Published:** 2017-01-22 - **Time:** 2:36:04–2:38:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland/chapter/matt-walsh-viral-parody-of-identity-politics.md A viral video by Matt Walsh parodied modern identity politics and "outrage culture." The rant, which featured a man "literally shaking" after being called "sir" at a grocery store, was mistaken for a real event by some social media users who failed to recognize the irony. Keywords: [matt walsh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matt-walsh.md), [parody](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parody.md), [identity politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/identity-politics.md), vegan hummus, [irony](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irony.md) ### Yousef's Hummus, Sabra Ingredients and Olive Oil - **Episode:** [218: Former Soviet Spy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/218-former-soviet-spy.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-18 - **Time:** 7:42–9:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/218-former-soviet-spy/chapter/yousef-s-hummus-sabra-ingredients-and-olive-oil.md A brief culinary discussion focuses on the quality of store-bought hummus in the United States. 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