# Lisp on The No Agenda Show Lisp comes up in 9 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2015 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 9 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** May 2015 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Neural Networks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neural-networks.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Darpa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darpa.md), [David Sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-sachs.md), [Elon Musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [End Of Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-show.md), [Google Brain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-brain.md), [Grok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grok.md) ## Chapters 1–9 of 9 ### Jason Calacanis, Tyrannical Lisp Retrospective - **Episode:** [1897: Caconian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-23 - **Time:** 2:00:22–2:03:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1897-caconian/chapter/jason-calacanis-tyrannical-lisp-retrospective.md Adam Curry announces that Jason Calacanis will guest host the following Sunday. He recalls his long history with Calacanis in the New York "Silicon Alley" scene and shares a "Tyrannical Lisp" segment in honor of the late John C. Dvorak. The segment features a satirical report on IKEA experimenting with insect-based meatballs to encourage alternative protein consumption. Keywords: [jason calacanis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jason-calacanis.md), [david sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-sachs.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [tyrannical lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tyrannical-lisp.md), insect meatballs ### LISP Programming Resurgence, AI Reasoning Limitations - **Episode:** [1785: Mackerels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-27 - **Time:** 1:07:56–1:11:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels/chapter/lisp-programming-resurgence-ai-reasoning-limitations.md Artificial intelligence researchers are reportedly returning to the LISP programming language to improve machine reasoning and recursive logic. While Python remains the dominant language for large language models, the limitations of current neural networks have led to a renewed interest in the symbolic AI approaches pioneered by John McCarthy. Keywords: [lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisp.md), [python](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/python.md), [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [neural networks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neural-networks.md), john mccarthy ### Grok AI Performance and the Business of Compute Cycles - **Episode:** [1615: Day One Dictator](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-10 - **Time:** 2:07:08–2:11:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1615-day-one-dictator/chapter/grok-ai-performance-and-the-business-of-compute-cycles.md The performance of Elon Musk's Grok AI is criticized as "word salad," with broader skepticism directed at the current AI boom. Analysts suggest the primary beneficiaries of the trend are hardware companies like Nvidia, as the actual business utility of large language models remains unproven. Keywords: [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [grok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grok.md), [nvidia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nvidia.md), [lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisp.md), compute cycles ### 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) ### Universal Flu Vaccine, mRNA Technology and Outro - **Episode:** [1560: Connectionism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1560-connectionism.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-01 - **Time:** 2:53:30–3:00:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1560-connectionism/chapter/universal-flu-vaccine-mrna-technology-and-outro.md The show concludes with a discussion on the development of a universal flu vaccine using mRNA technology, which aims to protect against all 20 known strains. Global health organizations like the WEF and WHO are promoting the shot as a "transformative product" for everyone on the planet. The segment ends with a satirical musical piece and final sign-offs from the hosts. Keywords: universal flu vaccine, [mrna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mrna.md), [wef](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wef.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [tyrannical lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tyrannical-lisp.md) ### Neural Networks History, Back Propagation Algorithm - **Episode:** [1553: Ample Bosom](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1553-ample-bosom.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-07 - **Time:** 1:25:34–1:28:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1553-ample-bosom/chapter/neural-networks-history-back-propagation-algorithm.md A technical deep dive into Geoffrey Hinton's career reveals his work on neural networks and the back propagation algorithm, for which he won the Turing Award in 2018. The hosts examine his academic background and his personal website at the University of Toronto, noting its dated design. They clarify that his work focused on "deep learning" rather than general AI. Keywords: geoffrey hinton, [neural networks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neural-networks.md), turing award, back propagation, [google brain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-brain.md), [lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisp.md), toronto university ### Outro, Tyrannical Lisp Mix, Show Wrap-up - **Episode:** [1520: Hambone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1520-hambone.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-12 - **Time:** 2:58:40–3:03:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1520-hambone/chapter/outro-tyrannical-lisp-mix-show-wrap-up.md The episode concludes with a preview of MoFacts episode 89 and a "Tyrannical Lisp" audio mix deconstructing vaccine mandates and media narratives. The hosts remind listeners to support the show through the "Value for Value" model and announce their return for the next broadcast on Sunday. The final segment includes a report on Dutch cities banning non-electric delivery vehicles starting in 2025. Keywords: [mofacts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mofacts.md), [tyrannical lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tyrannical-lisp.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [media deconstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-deconstruction.md), [end of show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-show.md) ### Justin Trudeau, ISIS Withdrawal and Political Satire - **Episode:** [767: Frontier Science](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/767-frontier-science.md) - **Published:** 2015-10-22 - **Time:** 17:02–20:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/767-frontier-science/chapter/justin-trudeau-isis-withdrawal-and-political-satire.md Justin Trudeau confirmed plans to withdraw Canadian fighter jets from the coalition fighting ISIS in Iraq and Syria, signaling a shift in Canadian foreign policy. The hosts discuss Trudeau's public speaking mannerisms, specifically a perceived lisp, and compare it to the more stoic presentation of Stephen Harper. They also mention Trudeau's intention to reconsider Canada's participation in the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. Keywords: [justin trudeau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/justin-trudeau.md), [stephen harper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-harper.md), [isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [joint strike fighter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joint-strike-fighter.md), [political satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/political-satire.md), [lisp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lisp.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md) ### McDonald's Sirloin Burger Commercial and Voiceover Casting - **Episode:** [722: Moral Debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/722-moral-debt.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-17 - **Time:** 1:33:56–1:37:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/722-moral-debt/chapter/mcdonald-s-sirloin-burger-commercial-and-voiceover-casting.md A critique of a McDonald's radio advertisement for the "Sirloin Third Pound Burger" focuses on the specific vocal style of the voiceover artist. 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