# Lightning Strike on The No Agenda Show Lightning Strike comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2009 to July 2025. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** June 2009 – July 2025 - **Related topics:** [Lightning Network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lightning-network.md), [Airbus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airbus.md), [Aviation Safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md), [Bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [Boeing 747](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing-747.md), [Bullet Train](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullet-train.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Bitcoin Donations, Strike Wallet and Executive Producers - **Episode:** [1782: Circularity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-17 - **Time:** 2:16:23–2:23:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1782-circularity/chapter/bitcoin-donations-strike-wallet-and-executive-producers.md The No Agenda show has officially begun accepting Bitcoin and Lightning Network donations via the Strike wallet, founded by Jack Mallers. Despite some initial technical hurdles with bank transfers, the system allows for fee-free contributions from listeners. The segment also recognizes top donors, including Sir Aaron Dedarian, who was promoted to Executive Producer for his timely support during a period with fewer high-level contributors. Keywords: [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md), [lightning network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lightning-network.md), strike wallet, jack mallers, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [finance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/finance.md) ### Washington D.C. Lightning Strike and Climate Warnings - **Episode:** [1475: Vaccident](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1475-vaccident.md) - **Published:** 2022-08-07 - **Time:** 45:17–48:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1475-vaccident/chapter/washington-d-c-lightning-strike-and-climate-warnings.md Reuters and other news outlets are linking a fatal lightning strike outside the White House to climate change. Scientists claim that hot, humid conditions primed by global warming are increasing the likelihood of such electrical events. Keywords: [lightning strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lightning-strike.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [reuters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reuters.md), [washington dc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-dc.md) ### Twitter Lightning Network Integration, Michael Savage Podcast - **Episode:** [1384: Code Red](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1384-code-red.md) - **Published:** 2021-09-23 - **Time:** 1:35:55–1:38:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1384-code-red/chapter/twitter-lightning-network-integration-michael-savage-podcast.md Twitter is reportedly integrating the Strike API and the Lightning Network for streaming payments, a system similar to the one used in Podcasting 2.0. The hosts also mention that Michael Savage has joined the Podcasting 2.0 ecosystem. They emphasize the "value-for-value" model as the only way to remain independent of corporate interests. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [lightning network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lightning-network.md), strike api, [michael savage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-savage.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md) ### California Wildfires, Lightning Strikes, and Rain Stick Superstition - **Episode:** [1271: 3 Screws](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-23 - **Time:** 2:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1271-3-screws/chapter/california-wildfires-lightning-strikes-and-rain-stick-superstition.md Northern Silicon Valley faces intense wildfires following approximately 2,500 lightning strikes. A humorous dispute arises regarding whether the use of a rain stick in Colorado inadvertently triggered the weather patterns affecting the Bay Area. Reference is made to Scott Adams and the potential threat the fires pose to local residences. Keywords: [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md), lightning strikes, [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [scott adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-adams.md) ### China High-Speed Rail, Bullet Train Collision - **Episode:** [325: Axis of Abuse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/325-axis-of-abuse.md) - **Published:** 2011-07-28 - **Time:** 1:11:44–1:13:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/325-axis-of-abuse/chapter/china-high-speed-rail-bullet-train-collision.md Chinese authorities attribute a deadly high-speed rail collision to a lightning strike that caused a signaling failure, preventing a red light from appearing. Skepticism is expressed regarding the lack of redundant radar or automated braking systems on such advanced transportation technology. Keywords: [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [high-speed rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [bullet train](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullet-train.md), [lightning strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lightning-strike.md), signaling failure ### San Francisco Thunderstorms and Unusual September Weather - **Episode:** [130: Cloudbusting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/130-cloudbusting.md) - **Published:** 2009-09-13 - **Time:** 1:24–3:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/130-cloudbusting/chapter/san-francisco-thunderstorms-and-unusual-september-weather.md Unusual weather hit Northern California on Saturday morning, September 12, 2009, featuring rare thunderstorms and lightning. Data from the Purdue weather site recorded 255 lightning strikes by 10:00 AM in the Bay Area. While temperatures in Oregon and Washington reached record highs of 85 degrees, a localized storm cell lingered over San Francisco. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), thunderstorms, lightning strikes, indian summer, weather anomalies ### Air France Flight 447, Airbus vs Boeing Safety Theories - **Episode:** [101: Lightning Strikes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/101-lightning-strikes.md) - **Published:** 2009-06-03 - **Time:** 5:33–7:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/101-lightning-strikes/chapter/air-france-flight-447-airbus-vs-boeing-safety-theories.md The disappearance of Air France Flight 447 over the Atlantic Ocean prompts a discussion on aviation safety and weather hazards. Adam Curry dismisses lightning strikes as a likely cause of a total crash, noting that while the flight path contained severe storm systems up to 45,000 feet, aircraft are designed with significant redundancies. The conversation touches on the rivalry between Airbus fly-by-wire systems and Boeing's traditional mechanical controls. Keywords: air france flight 447, [airbus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airbus.md), [boeing 747](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boeing-747.md), [lightning strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lightning-strike.md), cumulus nimbus, flight level, [aviation safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation-safety.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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