# Newsletter on The No Agenda Show Newsletter comes up in 197 chapters across 186 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2010 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 197 - **Episodes:** 186 - **Discussed:** February 2010 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [Mailchimp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mailchimp.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [No Agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [Marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), [Artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md), [Gmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gmail.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [No Agenda Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 197 ### AI Business Automation, "We Get To Do This" Podcast - **Episode:** [1894: Fever Concerns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-13 - **Time:** 1:40:11–1:42:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns/chapter/ai-business-automation-we-get-to-do-this-podcast.md A host explains how he used AI to automate the back-office operations for his podcast "We Get To Do This." By using "robot" assistants to integrate Stripe and PayPal APIs, he created a system to manage donations and spreadsheets without manual entry. This automation is presented as a way to streamline small businesses and reduce administrative friction. 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He requested the territory of South Austin and admitted he initially hoped the news of John C. Dvorak's death was a elaborate "donation scheme." The donor has been a listener for 14 years, following Dvorak across multiple podcasting platforms. 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The conversation shifts to the logistics of the show's newsletter and the decline in listenership for related programs like DH Unplugged. Keywords: cleo, [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [childbirth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childbirth.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvorak.md), [mimi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mimi.md) ### End of Show Mixes, Grumpy Dames, and Newsletter Promo - **Episode:** [1877: Flim Flam](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-14 - **Time:** 2:32:00–2:38:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1877-flim-flam/chapter/end-of-show-mixes-grumpy-dames-and-newsletter-promo.md The episode concludes with a series of musical mixes produced by the "Grumpy Old Dames" and other community members. The lyrics touch on show themes, including the mystery of John C. Dvorak's middle name and the "Value-for-Value" model. A final promotion for the No Agenda newsletter encourages listeners to stay informed between broadcasts. Keywords: [end of show mix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-show-mix.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), [dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvorak.md), [curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curry.md), [itm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/itm.md) ### No Agenda Newsletter Workflow and Host Banter - **Episode:** [1873: Supercycle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1873-supercycle.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-31 - **Time:** 1:28:57–1:31:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1873-supercycle/chapter/no-agenda-newsletter-workflow-and-host-banter.md A discussion regarding the No Agenda newsletter reveals a change in production workflow involving new copy editors. One host admits to missing the newsletter because it is automatically filtered into a "newsletter bin" by his email client. The exchange highlights the tension between production tasks and the consumption of media like television shows. 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Additionally, the production of the weekly newsletter is discussed, noting its continued operation during host recovery periods. Keywords: [digital art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-art.md), [midjourney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/midjourney.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md), losers bracket ### Dvorak Family Business, Give John a Reason to Live Campaign - **Episode:** [1849: Hose Water](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-08 - **Time:** 16:01–19:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1849-hose-water/chapter/dvorak-family-business-give-john-a-reason-to-live-campaign.md The hosts discuss the "Give John a Reason to Live" donation drive launched in the wake of Dvorak's surgery. Mimi describes the Dvorak family as "competitive intellectuals" who constantly share research from PubMed and legislative bills. She also touches on the logistics of their marriage, explaining why she lives in Washington State with her animals while John remains in San Francisco. 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A decline in newsletter open rates was attributed to changes in Apple's iOS and Safari browser, which reportedly block secure connections to certain independent streams. The discussion emphasized the influence of the "podcast industrial complex" and the challenges of maintaining independent media distribution. 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This suspected censorship impacts the show's "value-for-value" funding model, which relies on consistent communication with the audience. To combat these issues, the show is encouraging listeners to whitelist their emails and is exploring alternative distribution methods to ensure the program's financial sustainability. 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