# National Treasure on The No Agenda Show

National Treasure comes up in 3 chapters across 3 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2011 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 3
- **Episodes:** 3
- **Discussed:** July 2011 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [China](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [High-speed Rail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/high-speed-rail.md), [Infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [John C Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Media Analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-analysis.md), [Twit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twit.md)

## Chapters 1–3 of 3

### Commodore Doder and the Calming Grumpiness

- **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-27
- **Time:** 6:55:00–6:56:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/commodore-doder-and-the-calming-grumpiness.md

Commodore Doder of the South Gulf Fleet describes John C. Dvorak as a "national treasure" who brought a calming energy to turbulent times through his wit and sarcasm. He notes that Dvorak's infinite pool of knowledge made him seem like he would always be there. Doder emphasizes the lasting impact Dvorak made on his life through both the show and email conversations.

Keywords: south gulf fleet, [national treasure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-treasure.md), [media analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-analysis.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), grumpiness

### Transition from TWiT to No Agenda Independence

- **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-24
- **Time:** 5:37:12–5:41:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/transition-from-twit-to-no-agenda-independence.md

Producers describe their transition from being TWiT viewers to No Agenda supporters, citing Dvorak's skepticism of tech hype and his practical advice on software and AI. A donor shares a parallel experience of losing a father following a surgery recovery, similar to Dvorak's passing. The segment includes a "proper wake" toast with Jameson whiskey to honor the late co-host.

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### High-Speed Rail Failures in China and US Media

- **Episode:** [321: Internet in a Suitcase](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/321-internet-in-a-suitcase.md)
- **Published:** 2011-07-14
- **Time:** 54:46–56:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/321-internet-in-a-suitcase/chapter/high-speed-rail-failures-in-china-and-us-media.md

A report on a $33 billion high-speed rail line between Shanghai and Beijing highlights a major power failure that halted service shortly after its opening. The hosts compare this to the "National Treasure" (NPR) coverage of rail infrastructure, noting the repetitive use of the "33 billion" figure. They argue that such projects are often promoted by media despite significant operational risks and costs.

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