# Itunes on The No Agenda Show

Itunes comes up in 67 chapters across 63 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 67
- **Episodes:** 63
- **Discussed:** January 2008 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Podcast Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Rss Feed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rss-feed.md), [Album Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [App Store](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/app-store.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 67

### Soy Sauce as Bug Juice and iTunes 4.9 History

- **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Time:** 4:43:02–4:46:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/soy-sauce-as-bug-juice-and-itunes-4-9-history.md

Sir Clint Tillius recalls John C. Dvorak referring to soy sauce as "bug juice," a term also used by his late father. Sir Daniel Jay Lewis of Burlington, Kentucky, discusses the history of podcasting, mentioning how iTunes 4.9 "stole" podcasting from Adam Curry and reflecting on Dvorak's departure from the TWiT network.

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### Josh West and Johnny Ogden Memorial Donations

- **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Time:** 5:37:19–5:39:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/josh-west-and-johnny-ogden-memorial-donations.md

Josh West recalls following John C. Dvorak from the TechTV days and searching for him on iTunes at the launch of the first iPhone. Johnny Ogden from Utah receives a "de-douching" and requests a "You've Got Prayers" jingle. The hosts comment on the strength of the name "Johnny Ogden" as a potential DJ or startup founder identity.

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### Kari Lake, 81 Million Votes My Ass Song

- **Episode:** [1564: Zombie Town](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town.md)
- **Published:** 2023-06-15
- **Time:** 27:15–32:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town/chapter/kari-lake-81-million-votes-my-ass-song.md

Kari Lake releases a song titled "81 Million Votes My Ass," which reached the top of the iTunes charts. In a contentious interview with Piers Morgan, Lake defends her rhetoric regarding NRA members protecting Donald Trump and highlights allegations of bribery involving Joe Biden and the CCP. She characterizes the Trump indictment as a distraction from Biden family corruption.

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### iTunes Rankings and Apple's Secret Sauce

- **Episode:** [1248: Peak Whiteness](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1248-peak-whiteness.md)
- **Published:** 2020-06-07
- **Time:** 3:02:55–3:05:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1248-peak-whiteness/chapter/itunes-rankings-and-apple-s-secret-sauce.md

The No Agenda Show is reported to be ranked number 168 on the iTunes Top 200 list. The hosts discuss the mysterious nature of Apple's ranking algorithm, which they refer to as "secret sauce." They express skepticism about how some unknown podcasts reach the top 10 while established shows fluctuate in the rankings.

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### No Agenda Artwork, Episode 1147, Podcast Metadata

- **Episode:** [1148: Twitter Rattling](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1148-twitter-rattling.md)
- **Published:** 2019-06-23
- **Time:** 59:01–1:02:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1148-twitter-rattling/chapter/no-agenda-artwork-episode-1147-podcast-metadata.md

The show acknowledges artist CZM137 for the artwork of episode 1147. The hosts discuss the technical evolution of episode-specific podcast art and reveal that their archive now contains over 13,580 unique pieces of listener-submitted artwork.

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### Apple iTunes Privacy Lawsuit and Video Privacy Protection Act

- **Episode:** [1141: Nadster](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1141-nadster.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-30
- **Time:** 1:43:53–1:47:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1141-nadster/chapter/apple-itunes-privacy-lawsuit-and-video-privacy-protection-act.md

A lawsuit against Apple (Wheaton v. Apple Inc.) alleges the company sold iTunes listener data to third parties. The discussion links a 2013 amendment to the Video Privacy Protection Act, signed by President Obama, to his subsequent multi-million dollar production deal with Netflix.

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### No Agenda Art, Value for Value and iTunes Rankings

- **Episode:** [1114: Fudged](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-21
- **Time:** 1:09:00–1:11:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged/chapter/no-agenda-art-value-for-value-and-itunes-rankings.md

The No Agenda show's "value for value" model is supported by a network of artists who provide custom artwork for each episode, such as the "5G Cash Cow" by Cesium 137. This rotating artwork is credited with helping the show maintain high visibility on the iTunes charts. The hosts emphasize that the show is funded entirely by listener donations rather than traditional advertising.

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### Apple Watch Podcasts, De-platforming, and Hate Speech Definitions

- **Episode:** [1090: Truth Tell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1090-truth-tell.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-30
- **Time:** 4:39–7:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1090-truth-tell/chapter/apple-watch-podcasts-de-platforming-and-hate-speech-definitions.md

During a meeting with Apple representatives, the discussion turned to native podcast support on the Apple Watch and the criteria for being removed from the iTunes directory. The representatives cited "hate speech" as the primary reason for de-platforming, though they provided a vague definition. There is speculation that political pressure regarding migration issues in Germany influenced recent content moderation decisions.

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### Daily Source Code, Steve Jobs, iTunes Integration

- **Episode:** [1084: Complex Instrument](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1084-complex-instrument.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-10
- **Time:** 2:00:35–2:04:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1084-complex-instrument/chapter/daily-source-code-steve-jobs-itunes-integration.md

The Daily Source Code was launched as the first serialized podcast to encourage the development of receiving software. In 2005, Steve Jobs invited the "Podfather" to Apple to discuss integrating podcasting into iTunes. While the integration brought the medium to the masses, it also led to the dominance of traditional media outlets like NPR on the platform, which the hosts argue diluted the original independent spirit of podcasting.

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### No Agenda Art Generator, Podcast Artwork Trends

- **Episode:** [1079: Expando-Vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1079-expando-vision.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-22
- **Time:** 1:05:36–1:08:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1079-expando-vision/chapter/no-agenda-art-generator-podcast-artwork-trends.md

The hosts credit Mike Riley for the episode's "Mr. Bonesaw" artwork and discuss the No Agenda Art Generator, which houses over 30,000 listener-submitted pieces. They contrast their unique, episode-specific artwork with the standard "headshot" style prevalent in the iTunes podcast directory, emphasizing the importance of the value-for-value model in maintaining the site.

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### No Agenda Art, Tech Neck, Rachel Maddow Comparison

- **Episode:** [1018: Bunny Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1018-bunny-wars.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-22
- **Time:** 55:14–58:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1018-bunny-wars/chapter/no-agenda-art-tech-neck-rachel-maddow-comparison.md

The hosts review the listener-submitted artwork for the episode, specifically praising a "cheap laughs" piece featuring a dog with dynamite. They note that the show's unique model of fresh art for every episode helps it rank in the "New and Noteworthy" section of iTunes, often appearing alongside mainstream programs like the Rachel Maddow show.

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### Episode 978 Art, NPR News Director Scandal, iTunes Rankings

- **Episode:** [979: Donna Gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-05
- **Time:** 1:09:20–1:12:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate/chapter/episode-978-art-npr-news-director-scandal-itunes-rankings.md

The album art for episode 978 features a frog with an NPR logo, referencing the sexual harassment scandal involving NPR's news director Michael Oreskes. The hosts discuss the show's recent visibility in the Apple podcast app, where it appeared alongside Rachel Maddow's program. Listeners are encouraged to submit artwork to the No Agenda Art Generator for future episodes.

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### Convict Broadcasts and Big Dumb Mouth Podcast

- **Episode:** [976: 10th Anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/976-10th-anniversary.md)
- **Published:** 2017-10-27
- **Time:** 6:39:42–6:42:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/976-10th-anniversary/chapter/convict-broadcasts-and-big-dumb-mouth-podcast.md

Ned Jeffery is knighted as the "Knight of the Convict Broadcasts" from Australia. Producer Chris plugs his own show, "Our Big Dumb Mouth," which utilizes the same value-for-value model to cover news and paranormal topics without traditional advertising.

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### No Agenda Art, RSS Feed Technical Specs

- **Episode:** [871: New World Hackers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/871-new-world-hackers.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-23
- **Time:** 59:47–1:02:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/871-new-world-hackers/chapter/no-agenda-art-rss-feed-technical-specs.md

The hosts discuss the artwork for Episode 870, "Yeezy Squeezy," and the technical limitations of the Apple Podcasts app. They explain that while the RSS spec allows for unique artwork per episode, many apps only display the most recent show cover.

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### Apple Podcast Spec, Episode Album Art

- **Episode:** [870: Yeezy Squeezy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/870-yeezy-squeezy.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-20
- **Time:** 1:31:14–1:33:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/870-yeezy-squeezy/chapter/apple-podcast-spec-episode-album-art.md

Adam Curry discusses his recent conversation with Apple representatives regarding the lack of support for episode-specific album art in the native Podcast app. Despite the feature being part of the iTunes RSS namespace for nearly a decade, Apple has failed to implement it, while third-party apps like Overcast support it fully. The hosts express frustration with Apple's dysfunction in maintaining its own podcasting standards.

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### No Agenda Episode 800 Milestone and Apple Artwork Controversy

- **Episode:** [800: Toilet Wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/800-toilet-wars.md)
- **Published:** 2016-02-21
- **Time:** 12:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/800-toilet-wars/chapter/no-agenda-episode-800-milestone-and-apple-artwork-controversy.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak celebrate the 800th episode of the No Agenda show, reflecting on their longevity since the program's inception. Curry details a conflict with Apple regarding promotional artwork designed by Nick the Rat, which Apple rejected due to perceived "controversial symbols" including an all-seeing eye and modified fist icons. The hosts discuss the difficulties of dealing with corporate guidelines and technical issues with SquirrelMail.

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### Apple Podcast Executives Visit Austin for Dinner

- **Episode:** [796: Bomb Denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/796-bomb-denmark.md)
- **Published:** 2016-02-05
- **Time:** 2:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/796-bomb-denmark/chapter/apple-podcast-executives-visit-austin-for-dinner.md

Adam Curry recounts a dinner meeting in Austin with James Boggs and the Apple global podcast division team. The meeting took place at Geraldines in the Hotel Van Zandt. Apple executives committed to featuring the No Agenda show on the iTunes homepage for its upcoming 800th episode.

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### Raspberry Pi Backups, Bill Hudek, and iTunes Criticism

- **Episode:** [712: Kalette](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-12
- **Time:** 1:12:27–1:16:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/712-kalette/chapter/raspberry-pi-backups-bill-hudek-and-itunes-criticism.md

Producer Bill Hudek has developed an automatic backup recording system for the podcast using a Raspberry Pi. This leads to a discussion about the technical failures of iTunes, which the hosts describe as a "horrible piece of legacy code." They criticize Apple for failing to improve the software despite its central role in the podcasting ecosystem.

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### Jingle Copyright Issues, Value-for-Value Model

- **Episode:** [691: Ten Minute Timer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/691-ten-minute-timer.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-29
- **Time:** 44:24–48:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/691-ten-minute-timer/chapter/jingle-copyright-issues-value-for-value-model.md

The complexities of selling show jingles on platforms like iTunes are discussed, citing copyright restrictions and the risk of third-party theft. Listeners are encouraged to view the show as a product supported through the value-for-value model rather than a traditional commercial entity. The hosts emphasize that they operate without a management staff.

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### No Agenda Art and Evergreen Content Guidelines

- **Episode:** [645: Ghost of Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin.md)
- **Published:** 2014-08-22
- **Time:** 54:10–57:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin/chapter/no-agenda-art-and-evergreen-content-guidelines.md

The show's cover art for episode 644, created by Alexander Nori, is praised. The hosts remind artists not to include episode numbers in their submissions to ensure the art remains "evergreen" for future use. Specific pieces, such as "20 Watt Bulbs" and a caricature of John Kerry with a watermelon hat, are highlighted for their originality and professional appearance in podcast apps.

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