# Podcast Hosting on The No Agenda Show Podcast Hosting comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2010 to October 2025. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** June 2010 – October 2025 - **Related topics:** [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Libsyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libsyn.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Ai Voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voice.md), [Amazon S3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-s3.md), [Bandwidth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bandwidth.md), [Congressional Dish](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congressional-dish.md), [Dave Winer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dave-winer.md), [Drm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drm.md), [Fox News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Host Dynamics, Jingle Earworms, and Professionalism - **Episode:** [1809: Tomahawk Turnaround](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-19 - **Time:** 1:11:23–1:13:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1809-tomahawk-turnaround/chapter/host-dynamics-jingle-earworms-and-professionalism.md A listener email praised the "Secretary General" jingle as a powerful earworm while criticizing the interpersonal dynamics between the hosts. The email suggested that one host is "mean" and treats the other like a "beta male" by questioning their knowledge and interrupting professional audio elements. The hosts humorously address these observations of their long-standing on-air relationship. Keywords: [jingles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingles.md), [secretary general](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secretary-general.md), [professionalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/professionalism.md), [victim blaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/victim-blaming.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [host banter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/host-banter.md) ### Value for Value Model and Host-Read Ad Skepticism - **Episode:** [1777: Java Shack](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1777-java-shack.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-29 - **Time:** 2:00:40–2:05:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1777-java-shack/chapter/value-for-value-model-and-host-read-ad-skepticism.md The "Value for Value" funding model is contrasted with the traditional podcast advertising industry. The hosts criticize the high "ad load" in modern podcasts and the "scam" of download metrics used by the IAB. They argue that host-read ads and dynamic ad insertion often fail to reach audiences effectively, whereas their model relies on direct listener support. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), host-read ads, [iab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iab.md), dynamic ad insertion, podcasting business ### Holiday Media Cadence, Podcast App Recommendations - **Episode:** [1723: Quademic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1723-quademic.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-22 - **Time:** 1:48:05–1:50:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1723-quademic/chapter/holiday-media-cadence-podcast-app-recommendations.md The hosts note that many mainstream media "A-list" hosts are on vacation for Christmas, leaving "B and C-listers" to fill in. They emphasize their commitment to broadcasting live despite the holidays. Listeners are encouraged to use modern podcast apps found at PodcastApps.com rather than inferior services. Keywords: [podcast apps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-apps.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), media hosts, [holiday schedule](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holiday-schedule.md) ### Zippy the AI, No Agenda Co-Host Introduction - **Episode:** [1529: Google Barf](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1529-google-barf.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-13 - **Time:** 1:07:28–1:11:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1529-google-barf/chapter/zippy-the-ai-no-agenda-co-host-introduction.md A new AI-generated character named "Zippy" was introduced as a potential third co-host for the program. The character, created using voice synthesis technology, is intended to provide upbeat commentary and information. The hosts compared the use of the AI bot to a digital form of ventriloquism. Keywords: zippy, [ai voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voice.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), ventriloquism, co-host ### Spotify Competition, Silicon Valley Groupthink - **Episode:** [1340: The Poke](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1340-the-poke.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-22 - **Time:** 17:57–21:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1340-the-poke/chapter/spotify-competition-silicon-valley-groupthink.md The discussion explores how Apple's move into podcast hosting was a fear-based response to Spotify's market expansion. The hosts warn that Apple's lack of customer support and potential use of DRM in hosted files threatens the open nature of the medium. Keywords: [spotify](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spotify.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [podcast hosting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-hosting.md), [drm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drm.md), [libsyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libsyn.md) ### Dave Jackson Endorses No Agenda and Congressional Dish - **Episode:** [1312: iPhony](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1312-iphony.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-15 - **Time:** 2:02:45–2:04:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1312-iphony/chapter/dave-jackson-endorses-no-agenda-and-congressional-dish.md Dave Jackson of the School of Podcasting and Libsyn recommended the No Agenda Show and Congressional Dish as trustworthy sources for information not found on mainstream television. Jackson highlighted the extensive show notes and the collaborative search for truth as key differentiators from traditional media. Keywords: dave jackson, school of podcasting, [congressional dish](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congressional-dish.md), [libsyn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libsyn.md), media hosting ### Megyn Kelly, Legacy Box, Podcast Host Reads - **Episode:** [1286: Rory's Dad](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1286-rory-s-dad.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-15 - **Time:** 2:31:56–2:36:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1286-rory-s-dad/chapter/megyn-kelly-legacy-box-podcast-host-reads.md Megyn Kelly has transitioned to podcasting, where she performs "embarrassing" host-read advertisements for products like Legacy Box. This style of advertising, common among podcasters like Ben Shapiro and Mark Levin, is criticized as a "dancing monkey" control mechanism that forces hosts into unwitting endorsements. The "value for value" model is presented as a superior alternative that avoids the humiliation of corporate ad reads. Keywords: [megyn kelly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megyn-kelly.md), legacy box, [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), host reads, [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md) ### Podcast Infrastructure, Void Zero and Independent Hosting - **Episode:** [1150: Gender Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice.md) - **Published:** 2019-06-30 - **Time:** 1:57:56–1:59:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1150-gender-justice/chapter/podcast-infrastructure-void-zero-and-independent-hosting.md The No Agenda podcast maintains its independence by using its own server infrastructure in Europe and Canada rather than commercial platforms like Podbean. The technical team, including Ryan Bemrose and Mark Van Dyke, is credited with managing the show's engineering and stream. Keywords: [void zero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/void-zero.md), [ryan bemrose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ryan-bemrose.md), mark van dyke, [podcast hosting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-hosting.md), [independent media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/independent-media.md) ### Amazon S3 Hosting Costs, Bandwidth Usage, Listener Links - **Episode:** [435: Hillary Doesn't Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat.md) - **Published:** 2012-08-16 - **Time:** 1:56:28–1:59:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/435-hillary-doesn-t-sweat/chapter/amazon-s3-hosting-costs-bandwidth-usage-listener-links.md Adam Curry reveals that moving the show's files to an Amazon S3 bucket cost $1,730 for one month due to high bandwidth usage, exceeding one terabyte in a week. He expresses frustration that despite high download numbers, donations remain low. He also asks listeners to continue sending links even if they think he has already seen them. Keywords: [amazon s3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-s3.md), [bandwidth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bandwidth.md), terabyte, mevios, [podcast hosting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-hosting.md), [listener feedback](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/listener-feedback.md) ### Howard Stern Show, Host Conflict Over Promotion - **Episode:** [209: Escrow Schmeshcrow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/209-escrow-schmeshcrow.md) - **Published:** 2010-06-17 - **Time:** 19:09–28:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/209-escrow-schmeshcrow/chapter/howard-stern-show-host-conflict-over-promotion.md A heated argument breaks out between the hosts following one host's appearance on The Howard Stern Show. 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