# Pet Peeves on The No Agenda Show Pet Peeves comes up in 15 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2009 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 15 - **Episodes:** 14 - **Discussed:** June 2009 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Airplane Etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airplane-etiquette.md), [Linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [Peanuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peanuts.md), [Rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md), [Travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [Amazing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazing.md), [Aristotle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aristotle.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ## Chapters 1–15 of 15 ### John C. Dvorak Airplane Pet Peeve Regarding Snack Consumption - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 7:32:33–7:33:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/john-c-dvorak-airplane-pet-peeve-regarding-snack-consumption.md A classic audio clip features John C. Dvorak describing his intense annoyance with passengers who use the "fisting method" to eat peanuts on airplanes. He critiques the habit of shaking a fistful of nuts to find the "little hole" to eat from, jokingly predicting that such behavior will eventually lead to fights breaking out during flights. Keywords: [airplane etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airplane-etiquette.md), [pet peeves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeves.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [snacks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snacks.md), [travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel.md) ### Airplane Etiquette and the "Fisting Nuts" Peeve - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 1:09:25–1:11:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/airplane-etiquette-and-the-fisting-nuts-peeve.md A classic Dvorak "pet peeve" is revisited: his intense disdain for people who eat snacks on airplanes using what he called the "fisting method." Dvorak describes the "nasty" habit of pouring nuts into a palm and shaking them into the mouth. Despite Dvorak's personal dislike for the resulting "fisting nuts" musical remix, it remained a favorite among the No Agenda audience. Keywords: [airplane etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airplane-etiquette.md), [peanuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peanuts.md), fisting, [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md), [jingle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingle.md) ### Linguistic Pet Peeve, The Phrase By and Large - **Episode:** [1201: John's Story Time](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1201-john-s-story-time.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-26 - **Time:** 25:10–26:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1201-john-s-story-time/chapter/linguistic-pet-peeve-the-phrase-by-and-large.md A linguistic annoyance is expressed regarding the phrase "by and large," which the speaker first noticed being used frequently by CEOs like Carly Fiorina. The discussion explores the ambiguity of whether the phrase is "by in large" or "by and large" and its use as a filler in political speech. Keywords: [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [carly fiorina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carly-fiorina.md), [by and large](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/by-and-large.md), [idioms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/idioms.md), [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md) ### Airplane Peanut Eating Etiquette - **Episode:** [1201: John's Story Time](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1201-john-s-story-time.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-26 - **Time:** 49:26–52:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1201-john-s-story-time/chapter/airplane-peanut-eating-etiquette.md A detailed complaint is made regarding the "fisting method" of eating peanuts on airplanes. The speaker describes the annoying habit of passengers shaking a palmful of peanuts in a closed fist to "shoot" them into their mouths, which results in salt and grease getting everywhere. Keywords: [airplane etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airplane-etiquette.md), [peanuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peanuts.md), [travel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/travel.md), [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md), [social behavior](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-behavior.md) ### John C. Dvorak Pet Peeve, Zoological Pronunciation - **Episode:** [1158: Taking a Mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1158-taking-a-mueller.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-28 - **Time:** 55:28–56:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1158-taking-a-mueller/chapter/john-c-dvorak-pet-peeve-zoological-pronunciation.md John C. Dvorak highlights a common pronunciation error made by professional announcers regarding the word "zoological." He notes that the correct pronunciation should be "zo-o-logical" rather than "zu-logical," using a news report about "Chance the Gator" at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm as a specific example of the mistake. Keywords: [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md), [pronunciation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pronunciation.md), zoological, [st. augustine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/st-augustine.md), alligator farm ### Pet Peeve of the Day, Ragu Veggies and Dumbing Down - **Episode:** [985: Clip Job](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-26 - **Time:** 9:24–11:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job/chapter/pet-peeve-of-the-day-ragu-veggies-and-dumbing-down.md John C. Dvorak presents his "Pet Peeve of the Day" regarding the mainstream use of the word "veggies" by adults and in Ragu commercials. He argues the term is childish and contributes to the general "dumbing down" of the masses. The critique extends to Yelp reviews where users use simplistic terms like "yum" instead of descriptive language. Keywords: ragu, [veggies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veggies.md), [yelp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yelp.md), [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md), [language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/language.md), dumbing down ### Airstream Social Etiquette, Divorce Anecdote - **Episode:** [758: Blue Waffles](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles.md) - **Published:** 2015-09-20 - **Time:** 21:30–24:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/758-blue-waffles/chapter/airstream-social-etiquette-divorce-anecdote.md A discussion on social interactions at campgrounds focuses on the repetitive questions Airstream owners face from strangers. An anecdote involves a couple dressed as a pirate and a fortune teller inquiring about the trailer and a Ford Explorer, which the owner quips was acquired in a divorce. Keywords: [airstream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/airstream.md), [social etiquette](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-etiquette.md), [ford explorer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford-explorer.md), [divorce](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/divorce.md), [pet peeves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeves.md) ### Knighting Ceremony, PayPal Subscription Issues, Credit Card Bills - **Episode:** [435: Hillary Doesn't Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-16 - **Time:** 1:52:04–1:56:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat/chapter/knighting-ceremony-paypal-subscription-issues-credit-card-bills.md Jason Schrader is knighted following a $202 donation. The hosts address a listener's complaint about being unable to unsubscribe from a PayPal donation plan, explaining that most missed payments result in automatic cancellation. Dvorak's "pet peeve" is that people do not check their credit card statements closely enough. Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), jason schrader, [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [subscriptions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subscriptions.md), [credit cards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit-cards.md), [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md) ### Charles Barkley, Great Question Pet Peeve - **Episode:** [371: Dead Herring in Norway!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/371-dead-herring-in-norway.md) - **Published:** 2012-01-05 - **Time:** 1:56:13–1:58:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/371-dead-herring-in-norway/chapter/charles-barkley-great-question-pet-peeve.md John Dvorak highlights a clip of Charles Barkley on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart where Barkley uses the phrase "that's a great question." Dvorak reiterates his annoyance with this rhetorical filler, arguing that it is used to stall for time rather than acknowledge a truly insightful inquiry. Keywords: [charles barkley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-barkley.md), [jon stewart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-stewart.md), great question, [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md), [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md) ### Media Pet Peeves: "Very Exciting" and "Veggie" Terminology - **Episode:** [365: Trojan Horse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/365-trojan-horse.md) - **Published:** 2011-12-15 - **Time:** 29:30–31:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/365-trojan-horse/chapter/media-pet-peeves-very-exciting-and-veggie-terminology.md The hosts critique modern linguistic trends in advertising and media. They express annoyance at the overused phrase "very exciting" in reality television and the use of the word "veggie" in Centrum vitamin commercials, characterizing the latter as juvenile. Keywords: [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), centrum, [vitamins](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vitamins.md), [pet peeves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeves.md) ### Great Question Pet Peeve, White House Briefings, Among the Truthers - **Episode:** [360: Pencil of Promise](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/360-pencil-of-promise.md) - **Published:** 2011-11-27 - **Time:** 1:15:51–1:19:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/360-pencil-of-promise/chapter/great-question-pet-peeve-white-house-briefings-among-the-truthers.md A critique of the common phrase "that's a great question" used in public forums and White House briefings suggests it is a stalling tactic or a learned social tic rather than a genuine compliment. The hosts discuss an interview with Jonathan Kay, author of "Among the Truthers," noting that even intellectual authors fall into the trap of using the phrase when confronted with challenging observations about their own biases. Keywords: [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), jonathan kay, among the truthers, [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md) ### Overuse of the Word Amazing, Los Angeles Times Op-Ed - **Episode:** [243: Big Soda](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/243-big-soda.md) - **Published:** 2010-10-14 - **Time:** 1:55:19–1:56:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/243-big-soda/chapter/overuse-of-the-word-amazing-los-angeles-times-op-ed.md An op-ed in the Los Angeles Times echoes a long-standing pet peeve regarding the linguistic dilution of the word "amazing." The author argues that the word has lost its true significance due to constant overuse in casual conversation and marketing. Keywords: [amazing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazing.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), [los angeles times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles-times.md), michael krikorian, [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md) ### Recycled Paper Packaging, Faux Green Marketing Pet Peeve - **Episode:** [174: Gung Ho!! Fat Choy!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/174-gung-ho-fat-choy.md) - **Published:** 2010-02-14 - **Time:** 39:52–43:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/174-gung-ho-fat-choy/chapter/recycled-paper-packaging-faux-green-marketing-pet-peeve.md A specific brand of recycled multipurpose paper is called out for being wrapped in thick, non-recyclable plastic. The hosts label this "faux green" marketing, where environmental branding contradicts the actual product packaging. A brief technical interruption occurs on the stream during this segment. Keywords: printworks, [recycling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/recycling.md), plastic packaging, [greenwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenwashing.md), [environmentalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environmentalism.md), [pet peeve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pet-peeve.md) ### Questioning Authority, Tim O'Reilly and Twitter Verification - **Episode:** [121: The Vivek Kundra "Hollow" Deck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/121-the-vivek-kundra-hollow-deck.md) - **Published:** 2009-08-13 - **Time:** 59:35–1:03:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/121-the-vivek-kundra-hollow-deck/chapter/questioning-authority-tim-o-reilly-and-twitter-verification.md John C. Dvorak presents a "Pet Peeve" regarding the shift in cultural attitudes toward questioning authority. He notes that former radicals now discourage skepticism of government figures like Vivek Kundra. The segment also touches on Tim O'Reilly's influence on Twitter and his trademarking of the term "Web 2.0," contrasting it with Dvorak's own lack of verification on the platform. 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