# Nyc on The No Agenda Show Nyc comes up in 15 chapters across 15 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2009 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 15 - **Episodes:** 15 - **Discussed:** October 2009 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Andrew Cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), [Curtis Sliwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curtis-sliwa.md), [Zoran Mamdani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoran-mamdani.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [Anthrax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthrax.md), [Anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), [Antibiotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antibiotics.md), [Bank Of America](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bank-of-america.md), [Bill De Blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [Brooklyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brooklyn.md) ## Chapters 1–15 of 15 ### Irish Whiskey and Club 33 Comedy Gold - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 5:14:50–5:17:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/irish-whiskey-and-club-33-comedy-gold.md Sir Pete of Dublin Bay South requests a roundtable drink of Irish whiskey mixed with Manuka honey in Dvorak's honor. Richard Gardner reflects on 17 years of listening, noting that he reverted from 1.2x speed back to normal speed to savor Dvorak's final moments of wit, particularly his "Club 33" comedy bits. Keywords: irish whiskey, [manuka honey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manuka-honey.md), [club 33](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/club-33.md), [nyc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nyc.md), 1.2x speed ### Monica and Jerry Figierski, 2016 Sparks Restaurant Meetup - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 3:17:07–3:19:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/monica-and-jerry-figierski-2016-sparks-restaurant-meetup.md Monica and Jerry Figierski of Rego Park, Queens, shared a photo from a 2016 meetup at Sparks Restaurant in New York City. They recalled John C. Dvorak's delighted reaction when they told him they did not have Facebook accounts, noting he immediately put his arm around them in congratulations. The donors followed Dvorak from his days on TWiT and DH Unplugged. Keywords: monica and jerry figierski, rego park, sparks restaurant, [nyc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nyc.md), [facebook](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facebook.md) ### New York City Mayoral Race, Zoran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo - **Episode:** [1812: Champagne Socialist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-30 - **Time:** 1:46:26–1:52:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist/chapter/new-york-city-mayoral-race-zoran-mamdani-andrew-cuomo.md Zoran Mamdani currently leads the New York City mayoral race, with former Governor Andrew Cuomo trailing by 10 points. Curtis Sliwa remains in the race but lags in third place. Mamdani's platform focuses on rent stabilization and healthcare, which has resonated with younger voters. Keywords: [nyc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nyc.md), mayoral race, [zoran mamdani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoran-mamdani.md), [andrew cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), [curtis sliwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curtis-sliwa.md) ### Zoran Mamdani, New York Mayoral Race and Hakeem Jeffries - **Episode:** [1811: NA Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-26 - **Time:** 1:47:26–1:53:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era/chapter/zoran-mamdani-new-york-mayoral-race-and-hakeem-jeffries.md Democratic Socialist Zoran Mamdani receives a late endorsement from Hakeem Jeffries in the New York City mayoral race. Mamdani faces opposition from Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, who have attacked his stance on Israel and his Muslim identity. Jeffries justifies the endorsement by citing Mamdani's commitment to affordability and public safety, while also criticizing Donald Trump as an existential threat. Keywords: [zoran mamdani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoran-mamdani.md), [hakeem jeffries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hakeem-jeffries.md), [andrew cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), [curtis sliwa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/curtis-sliwa.md), nyc mayor, [gerrymandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gerrymandering.md) ### New York City Mayoral Debate, Israel Support - **Episode:** [1771: Home Depotation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-08 - **Time:** 2:58:20–3:03:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation/chapter/new-york-city-mayoral-debate-israel-support.md During a New York City mayoral debate, candidates were asked where they would make their first foreign visit. Andrew Cuomo and several other candidates pledged to visit Israel to show support against anti-Semitism. One candidate, Zohran Mamdani, refused to commit to visiting Israel or affirming it as a Jewish state, leading to a heated exchange on the stage. Keywords: [andrew cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), nyc mayor, [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), mayoral debate, gubneratorial ### Climate Change and Marathons, COP 16 - **Episode:** [1708: Gaytheist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1708-gaytheist.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-31 - **Time:** 2:49:33–2:53:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1708-gaytheist/chapter/climate-change-and-marathons-cop-16.md As the COP 16 climate conference begins in Colombia, media reports are highlighting the impact of rising temperatures on events like the New York City Marathon. A study in The Lancet claims a 167% increase in heat-related deaths since the 1990s. The hosts criticize these reports as "nonsense," arguing that the ideal running temperature remains consistent and that the data is being framed to support a specific agenda. Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), nyc marathon, [cop 16](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cop-16.md), heat-related deaths, [the lancet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-lancet.md) ### National Guard Deployment in New York City Subways - **Episode:** [1640: Funny Farm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1640-funny-farm.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-07 - **Time:** 2:14:48–2:18:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1640-funny-farm/chapter/national-guard-deployment-in-new-york-city-subways.md Governor Kathy Hochul deployed 750 National Guard troops and 250 state troopers to patrol the New York City subway system following a spike in felony assaults. The plan includes bag checks and increased mental health outreach for repeat offenders. Some observers suggest the surge in security is a temporary measure to make riders feel safe before the implementation of controversial congestion pricing. Keywords: [kathy hochul](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kathy-hochul.md), [national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-guard.md), nyc subway, [crime](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crime.md), congestion pricing, [mental health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mental-health.md) ### New York City Islamic Call to Prayer Permit Changes - **Episode:** [1587: Comely](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1587-comely.md) - **Published:** 2023-09-03 - **Time:** 2:20:21–2:24:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1587-comely/chapter/new-york-city-islamic-call-to-prayer-permit-changes.md Mayor Eric Adams lifts restrictions on the public broadcast of the Islamic call to prayer (Adhan) in New York City, allowing mosques to amplify the call on Fridays and during Ramadan without a permit. The hosts discuss the potential for noise complaints and "loudness wars" between competing houses of worship, drawing parallels to similar situations in the Netherlands. Keywords: [nyc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nyc.md), [eric adams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-adams.md), adhan, [religious freedom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religious-freedom.md), [noise ordinance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noise-ordinance.md), [mosques](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mosques.md) ### New York City Vaccine Apps, Excelsior Pass Security - **Episode:** [1371: Bald Nancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-09 - **Time:** 1:09:06–1:12:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy/chapter/new-york-city-vaccine-apps-excelsior-pass-security.md New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a vaccine requirement for indoor dining and gyms. Security experts, including Albert Fox Cahn, demonstrated flaws in the city's "NYC COVID Safe" app by successfully uploading a photo of Mickey Mouse as a valid vaccine record. Additionally, the state's "Excelsior Pass" was reportedly hacked in 11 minutes, raising concerns about the security and efficacy of digital vaccine passports. Keywords: [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [excelsior pass](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/excelsior-pass.md), nyc covid safe, albert fox cahn, [mickey mouse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mickey-mouse.md), [hacking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hacking.md) ### New York City Subway Shutdown, Contact Tracing Program - **Episode:** [1239: Beaches are Open](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-07 - **Time:** 1:06:55–1:08:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open/chapter/new-york-city-subway-shutdown-contact-tracing-program.md Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the New York City subway will shut down nightly from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. for disinfecting, marking the first such closure in over a century. Additionally, former Mayor Michael Bloomberg will oversee a massive contact tracing program employing 30 tracers for every 100,000 residents. The subway shutdown has raised concerns about the "unhoused" population who use the trains as a shelter of last resort. Keywords: [andrew cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), [michael bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-bloomberg.md), nyc subway, [contact tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md), [homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md) ### Producer Credits and Value for Value Donations - **Episode:** [964: 6th Mass Extinction](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/964-6th-mass-extinction.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-14 - **Time:** 1:17:33–1:20:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/964-6th-mass-extinction/chapter/producer-credits-and-value-for-value-donations.md Additional producers are recognized for their financial support, including NYC Anon and Sir Ronald Gardner of Insane Diego. The hosts play various jingles requested by donors and discuss the "Value for Value" model of the show. Alex Kroke provides a birthday donation and a request for a "jobs karma" jingle for his freelance photography business. Keywords: nyc anon, ron gardner, alex kroke, [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) ### Gender Terminology, NYC Human Rights Pamphlet - **Episode:** [829: quote un-quote](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/829-quote-un-quote.md) - **Published:** 2016-05-29 - **Time:** 2:21:01–2:27:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/829-quote-un-quote/chapter/gender-terminology-nyc-human-rights-pamphlet.md The hosts review a list of gender-related terms from the NYC Human Rights pamphlet, including "gender gifted," "two-spirit," and "femme person of transgender experience." They mock the complexity of the terminology and the legal requirement to use preferred pronouns. Keywords: gender gifted, drag king, pangender, two-spirit, [nyc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nyc.md) ### NYC Anthrax Drill, Bio-Terrorism Simulation - **Episode:** [641: Extractive](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/641-extractive.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-07 - **Time:** 1:21:37–1:23:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/641-extractive/chapter/nyc-anthrax-drill-bio-terrorism-simulation.md New York City conducted a large-scale drill simulating a response to an anthrax release. The exercise involved the NYPD and the Health Department setting up 30 antibiotic distribution sites across the city. Officials emphasized the need for preparedness against biological threats, which they described as a major counterterrorism concern. Keywords: [anthrax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthrax.md), [nypd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nypd.md), nyc health department, bio-terrorism, [antibiotics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antibiotics.md), drill ### NYC Cycling Accident, Anonymous Donor Karma - **Episode:** [443: Bad Actors](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/443-bad-actors.md) - **Published:** 2012-09-13 - **Time:** 1:27:04–1:29:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/443-bad-actors/chapter/nyc-cycling-accident-anonymous-donor-karma.md An anonymous donor in Brooklyn contributed $136.35 after surviving a bicycle accident in Manhattan, attributing their safety to "karma." Another donor, Graham Scott from Western Australia, requested "lone wolf milf karma" for his partner. The segment highlights the personal anecdotes shared by the show's global audience during the donation process. 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