# John Markoff on The No Agenda Show John Markoff comes up in 13 chapters across 13 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2008 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 13 - **Episodes:** 13 - **Discussed:** November 2008 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [New York Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [Betting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betting.md), [Quantum Computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [Robots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robots.md), [Darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), [Ddos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ddos.md), [Deplatforming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deplatforming.md), [Depression Food](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression-food.md), [Domain Names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md) ## Chapters 1–13 of 13 ### Will Hearst on John C. Dvorak's Tech Influence - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 14:10–17:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/will-hearst-on-john-c-dvorak-s-tech-influence.md Will Hearst, a long-time friend and former newspaper executive, discusses John C. Dvorak's significant impact on the technology industry during the 1970s and 80s. Hearst credits Dvorak with having a keen eye for talent, noting how he introduced him to legendary tech writer John Markoff. The discussion highlights Dvorak's "snarky" but honest product reviews, which could famously make or break a company's success. Keywords: [will hearst](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/will-hearst.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), technology journalism, byte magazine ### Domain Name History, MTV and Elvis.com - **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-02 - **Time:** 1:28:08–1:31:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/domain-name-history-mtv-and-elvis-com.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak share historical anecdotes about the early days of the internet and domain name acquisitions. Curry discusses his legal settlement over MTV.com and his decision to give Elvis.com to Priscilla Presley. Dvorak mentions John Markoff's acquisition of NYT.com and the story of how Anheuser-Busch traded a six-pack of beer for Bud.com. Keywords: [mtv.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv-com.md), elvis.com, priscilla presley, bud.com, [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), [domain names](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/domain-names.md) ### X Cyber Attack, Elon Musk, Morris Worm History - **Episode:** [1746: Bedtime Hygiene](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1746-bedtime-hygiene.md) - **Published:** 2025-03-13 - **Time:** 2:02:24–2:07:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1746-bedtime-hygiene/chapter/x-cyber-attack-elon-musk-morris-worm-history.md Elon Musk reports a massive cyber attack on X (formerly Twitter) with IP addresses originating near Ukraine, though a pro-Palestinian group also claimed responsibility. The incident prompts a historical look back at the 1988 Morris Worm, the first large-scale internet worm. The hosts discuss how the New York Times handled the original story and the technical differences between worms and viruses. Keywords: x, [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [ddos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ddos.md), morris worm, [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md) ### History of Political Correctness and Gamergate - **Episode:** [1638: Test Tube Babies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1638-test-tube-babies.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-29 - **Time:** 1:44:40–1:48:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1638-test-tube-babies/chapter/history-of-political-correctness-and-gamergate.md A personal anecdote from 1981 describes an early encounter with "politically correct" language at InfoWorld magazine regarding the word "deviant." The discussion posits that the modern "woke" movement and deplatforming tactics were significantly accelerated by the Gamergate controversy in 2015. Keywords: [political correctness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-correctness.md), [gamergate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gamergate.md), [deplatforming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deplatforming.md), [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), [infoworld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infoworld.md) ### AI Winter History, Lisp Machines and Hype Cycles - **Episode:** [1560: Connectionism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1560-connectionism.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-01 - **Time:** 1:01:04–1:08:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1560-connectionism/chapter/ai-winter-history-lisp-machines-and-hype-cycles.md The history of "AI Winters" is reviewed, detailing periods of reduced funding following overhyped expectations in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Notable failures include the Japanese Fifth Generation Computer project and the collapse of the Lisp machine market. These cycles suggest that current AI enthusiasm may eventually face a similar period of disillusionment if technical limitations like "hallucinations" persist. Keywords: ai winter, [lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisp.md), [darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), fifth generation project, [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md) ### Quantum Computing Skepticism, Google and IBM Claims - **Episode:** [1357: Quantum Supremacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1357-quantum-supremacy.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-20 - **Time:** 1:09:04–1:12:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1357-quantum-supremacy/chapter/quantum-computing-skepticism-google-and-ibm-claims.md The concept of "quantum supremacy" is dismissed as a theoretical goal that has not been practically achieved, despite claims from Google and IBM. Science writer John Markoff is cited as a skeptic who remains unconvinced by recent industry announcements. The segment also mocks the idea of a "quantum financial system" involving cryptocurrencies like XRP. Keywords: [quantum computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), [xrp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xrp.md) ### Quantum Computing Skepticism and Legal Defense Funds - **Episode:** [1119: HyperTrending](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1119-hypertrending.md) - **Published:** 2019-03-10 - **Time:** 1:28:07–1:32:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1119-hypertrending/chapter/quantum-computing-skepticism-and-legal-defense-funds.md Tech experts express skepticism regarding the current state of quantum computing, suggesting the technology may be overhyped or a "well-meaning hoax." Additionally, a legal defense fund has been established for Gavin McInnes as he sues the Southern Poverty Law Center for defamation. Keywords: [quantum computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), [gavin mcinnes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-mcinnes.md), [splc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/splc.md), [hoax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hoax.md) ### John Dvorak, New York Times Retirement Event - **Episode:** [883: Throne Sniffing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/883-throne-sniffing.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-04 - **Time:** 1:22:03–1:27:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/883-throne-sniffing/chapter/john-dvorak-new-york-times-retirement-event.md John Dvorak recounts attending a retirement event for New York Times journalist John Markoff. He describes the atmosphere of the event, which featured robots, and his experience introducing himself as a "podcaster" to a crowd of traditional media elites. Dvorak also mentions a brief discussion with attendees about the popular vote in California. Keywords: [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [robots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robots.md) ### Obot Dinner Feedback, Sports Podcast and Media Milieu - **Episode:** [842: CannMed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/842-cannmed.md) - **Published:** 2016-07-14 - **Time:** 1:38:07–1:46:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/842-cannmed/chapter/obot-dinner-feedback-sports-podcast-and-media-milieu.md The hosts discuss the fallout from a dinner with high-profile journalists John Markoff and Greg Zachary. After being labeled "Obots" on a previous show, the journalists sent real-time feedback and "nasty notes" to the hosts. The segment explores the "isolated liberal progressive milieu" of mainstream media figures and mentions a potential future sports podcast focused on the NBA. Keywords: obot, [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), greg zachary, [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md) ### Dinner with the Obots and Convention Bets - **Episode:** [841: Summer of Chaos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/841-summer-of-chaos.md) - **Published:** 2016-07-10 - **Time:** 1:07:43–1:13:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/841-summer-of-chaos/chapter/dinner-with-the-obots-and-convention-bets.md John C. Dvorak recounts a dinner with "Obots" including New York Times reporter John Markoff and a professor from ASU. The progressive media professionals expressed absolute certainty that the Republican Party would block Donald Trump at the convention. Dvorak placed a $50 bet with them, confident that Trump will secure the nomination despite their high-fiving optimism. Keywords: [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), arizona state university, [republican convention](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/republican-convention.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [betting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/betting.md) ### John Markoff Robot Book, Noodles & Co IPO, Depression Food - **Episode:** [527: Odious Selfies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/527-odious-selfies.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-04 - **Time:** 2:01:59–2:06:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/527-odious-selfies/chapter/john-markoff-robot-book-noodles-co-ipo-depression-food.md John C. Dvorak recounts a meeting with New York Times writer John Markoff, who is taking a leave of absence to write a book about robots. The hosts discuss their successful "stock tip" regarding the Noodles & Company IPO, which doubled in value on its first day. They categorize noodles and mac and cheese as "depression food" that thrives in a poor economy. Keywords: [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), [robots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robots.md), noodles & co, [ipo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ipo.md), [depression food](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/depression-food.md) ### San Francisco Penthouse Party, Media Industry Anecdotes - **Episode:** [156: The Science is In Part Two](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/156-the-science-is-in-part-two.md) - **Published:** 2009-12-13 - **Time:** 1:39–3:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/156-the-science-is-in-part-two/chapter/san-francisco-penthouse-party-media-industry-anecdotes.md The hosts recount a recent party held in a seven-million-dollar penthouse in San Francisco hosted by John Markoff and Greg Zachary. They describe the gathering of veteran media professionals and journalists, including an anecdote about Dvorak's behavior while intoxicated. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [john markoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-markoff.md), greg zachary, [penthouse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/penthouse.md), [journalists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalists.md) ### New York Times Bet, Dow Jones Bottom Prediction - **Episode:** [55: Obama Wins Now What?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/55-obama-wins-now-what.md) - **Published:** 2008-11-05 - **Time:** 1:06:53–1:09:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/55-obama-wins-now-what/chapter/new-york-times-bet-dow-jones-bottom-prediction.md A $100 bet with John Markoff of the New York Times results in a win for one of the hosts after Markoff reversed his usual betting logic. Additionally, a specific financial prediction is made that the Dow Jones will hit a bottom of 7,286 by February 14th. 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