# In Memoriam on The No Agenda Show

In Memoriam comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2014 to March 2025.

- **Chapters:** 7
- **Episodes:** 7
- **Discussed:** February 2014 – March 2025
- **Related topics:** [Academy Awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academy-awards.md), [Emmys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmys.md), [Oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [Discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discrimination.md), [Dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [Flint Michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flint-michigan.md), [Gene Hackman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gene-hackman.md), [Germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [Grammy Awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grammy-awards.md), [Hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md)

## Chapters 1–7 of 7

### Oscar In Memoriam, Industry Politics, Gene Hackman Tribute

- **Episode:** [1745: Old Crone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1745-old-crone.md)
- **Published:** 2025-03-09
- **Time:** 2:40:00–2:41:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1745-old-crone/chapter/oscar-in-memoriam-industry-politics-gene-hackman-tribute.md

A producer for award show tribute packages shares insight into the "internal board member politics" that affect the Oscars' In Memoriam segment. The discussion suggests that Gene Hackman's legendary career may have received less airtime due to industry biases or political friction.

Keywords: [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [in memoriam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-memoriam.md), [gene hackman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gene-hackman.md), industry, [academy awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academy-awards.md)

### Pilot Mortality Rates and German Vaccine Discrimination

- **Episode:** [1406: Birthing Comrade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1406-birthing-comrade.md)
- **Published:** 2021-12-09
- **Time:** 40:35–42:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1406-birthing-comrade/chapter/pilot-mortality-rates-and-german-vaccine-discrimination.md

An "In Memoriam" section in an airline pilot magazine shows a significant increase in pilot deaths in 2021 compared to previous years, though the cause remains unconfirmed. In Germany, reports and videos have surfaced showing store windows with signs telling people not to buy from the unvaccinated. These developments are discussed as part of a broader trend toward social segregation based on vaccine status.

Keywords: airline pilots association, [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [vaccine passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccine-passports.md), [discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discrimination.md), [in memoriam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-memoriam.md)

### Emmy Awards In Memoriam Segment, Omitted Figures

- **Episode:** [1384: Code Red](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1384-code-red.md)
- **Published:** 2021-09-23
- **Time:** 15:49–18:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1384-code-red/chapter/emmy-awards-in-memoriam-segment-omitted-figures.md

The Emmy Awards' "In Memoriam" segment is criticized for poor production quality, including illegible font choices and small screen placement. Several notable figures were reportedly omitted from the tribute, including writer Larry McMurtry and actors Tanya Roberts and Richard Donner. The hosts also mock the visual of masked servers attending to unmasked celebrities at the event.

Keywords: larry mcmurtry, tanya roberts, richard donner, [in memoriam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-memoriam.md), [emmys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmys.md)

### 91st Academy Awards, In Memoriam Omissions and Technical Credits

- **Episode:** [1116: GND-MOU-ROI](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1116-gnd-mou-roi.md)
- **Published:** 2019-03-01
- **Time:** 7:23–12:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1116-gnd-mou-roi/chapter/91st-academy-awards-in-memoriam-omissions-and-technical-credits.md

The 91st Academy Awards faced criticism for omitting several notable figures from its "In Memoriam" segment, including Stanley Donen, Carol Channing, and Verne Troyer. Conversely, the segment included technical roles such as dolly grips and publicists, sparking a debate over the criteria for inclusion. The broadcast also featured non-traditional presenters like Serena Williams and John Lewis.

Keywords: [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [academy awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academy-awards.md), stanley donen, carol channing, verne troyer, [in memoriam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-memoriam.md)

### Emmy Awards Snubs, John McCain Tribute

- **Episode:** [1070: Alexa in a Lexus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1070-alexa-in-a-lexus.md)
- **Published:** 2018-09-20
- **Time:** 15:08–18:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1070-alexa-in-a-lexus/chapter/emmy-awards-snubs-john-mccain-tribute.md

The Emmy Awards "In Memoriam" segment is criticized for including politician John McCain while allegedly snubbing prominent writers like Tom Wolfe. The inclusion of McCain is viewed as a political statement by producer Lorne Michaels. The segment also notes the lack of recognition for writers and directors during the award presentations themselves.

Keywords: [john mccain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-mccain.md), tom wolfe, neil simon, [in memoriam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-memoriam.md), [emmys](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emmys.md)

### DNC Production, In Memoriam Segment

- **Episode:** [846: Tardy Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/846-tardy-party.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-28
- **Time:** 1:53:47–1:57:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/846-tardy-party/chapter/dnc-production-in-memoriam-segment.md

The DNC's "In Memoriam" segment for dead Hollywood Democrats is noted as a unique production choice. Other observations include the mention of the Flint water crisis and a confusing reference to "macaroni and cheese" by Barbara Mikulski. The convention's musical performances are generally criticized for poor technical quality, with the exception of Lenny Kravitz.

Keywords: [dnc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dnc.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [in memoriam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-memoriam.md), [flint michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flint-michigan.md), [macaroni and cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/macaroni-and-cheese.md)

### Polly Anthony Death, Grammy In Memoriam Segment

- **Episode:** [587: People the Board](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/587-people-the-board.md)
- **Published:** 2014-02-01
- **Time:** 6:10–9:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/587-people-the-board/chapter/polly-anthony-death-grammy-in-memoriam-segment.md

Adam Curry reacts to the death of former record executive Polly Anthony, who passed away from pancreatic cancer at age 59. Her inclusion in the Grammy "In Memoriam" segment serves as a personal shock to Curry, who recalls her professional influence in the New York radio scene. The hosts criticize the production of the segment for displaying three names per frame, making it difficult for viewers to read.

Keywords: polly anthony, [grammy awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grammy-awards.md), [pancreatic cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pancreatic-cancer.md), record industry, [in memoriam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/in-memoriam.md)

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