# Railroads on The No Agenda Show Railroads comes up in 33 chapters across 32 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2009 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 33 - **Episodes:** 32 - **Discussed:** April 2009 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), [Supply Chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md), [Zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zephyr.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Labor Unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-unions.md), [Meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), [Sick Leave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sick-leave.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 33 ### Sir Twig and the Baron Darineau Musical Mix - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 52:51–55:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sir-twig-and-the-baron-darineau-musical-mix.md Nathaniel Twilliger, a railroad worker, donates $1,000 to become "Sir Twig," noting the show helped him maintain sanity despite workplace electronics bans. The segment transitions into an elaborate musical mix by Baron Darineau, parodying REO Speedwagon. The song celebrates the "Value for Value" model and the enduring spirit of the producer community. Keywords: battleground washington, [railroad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroad.md), baron darineau, reo speedwagon, [parody](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parody.md) ### Registered Capital Bonds for Data Centers, Infrastructure Legacy - **Episode:** [1900: Trust The Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-03 - **Time:** 1:11:20–1:14:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1900-trust-the-plan/chapter/registered-capital-bonds-for-data-centers-infrastructure-legacy.md A proposed solution for communities hosting data centers involves requiring "registered capital bonds" to guarantee funding for local jobs and blight repair if the companies collapse. This approach ensures that the municipality retains value even if the speculative bubble bursts. The current data center boom is compared to the 19th-century railroad expansion and the dot-com fiber optic build-out, which left behind useful infrastructure despite corporate failures. Keywords: capital bonds, [city council](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/city-council.md), [infrastructure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure.md), [railroads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroads.md), [dot-com bubble](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dot-com-bubble.md), [fiber optics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fiber-optics.md) ### History of the Stop Sign, Yellow Signs - **Episode:** [1817: Stunt Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-16 - **Time:** 2:05:38–2:08:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade/chapter/history-of-the-stop-sign-yellow-signs.md A detailed listener contribution explored the history of the stop sign, noting that the original signs were yellow until the mid-20th century. The report mentioned that some towns in Indiana maintained yellow signs into the 1980s and discussed rare variations, such as blue stop signs used at railroad crossings. Keywords: stop sign, [indiana](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/indiana.md), [traffic safety](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/traffic-safety.md), [history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/history.md), railroad crossing ### Railroad Tracks, Sparkling Water and WTC7 - **Episode:** [1715: Scruples](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-24 - **Time:** 1:50:46–1:54:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples/chapter/railroad-tracks-sparkling-water-and-wtc7.md A donor from Omaha, Nebraska, discusses the railroad tracks near the host's house, identifying them as former Southern Pacific lines now owned by Burlington Northern. The note also touches on a preference for Spindrift sparkling water and a request for "WTC7" jingles. The host clarifies that he does not "clean up" natural background noises like chair squeaks or soda cans opening. Keywords: [railroad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroad.md), spindrift, [wtc7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wtc7.md), southern pacific, [burlington northern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burlington-northern.md), [omaha](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/omaha.md) ### Railroad Safety Failures, Hotbox Detectors - **Episode:** [1531: Dead Name](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-12 - **Time:** 2:52:07–2:56:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1531-dead-name/chapter/railroad-safety-failures-hotbox-detectors.md Technical analysis from "boots on the ground" suggests the East Palestine derailment was a failure of railroad safety equipment, specifically a hotbox detector that should have alerted the crew to an overheating axle. The hosts discuss the industry's push to reduce staff and eliminate safety features like cabooses. They conclude that the decision to blow up the tankers was likely the worst possible choice for the local environment. Keywords: [norfolk southern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norfolk-southern.md), hotbox detectors, railroad safety, caboose, [derailment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/derailment.md) ### Starbucks Strikes and Union Pacific Railroad Embargo - **Episode:** [1513: Inrush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-18 - **Time:** 2:37:03–2:41:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1513-inrush/chapter/starbucks-strikes-and-union-pacific-railroad-embargo.md Starbucks workers at 100 stores launched a three-day walkout to protest for unionization. Simultaneously, reports from the rail industry indicate that Union Pacific has implemented significant shipping embargoes, leading to an unusual number of empty container carriers moving through ports. These actions suggest ongoing instability in the national supply chain. Keywords: [starbucks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starbucks.md), [union pacific](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/union-pacific.md), [railroad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroad.md), [labor strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-strike.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md) ### US Railroad Strike Threats and Union Sick Leave Disputes - **Episode:** [1497: Bug Peeps](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-23 - **Time:** 12:50–17:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps/chapter/us-railroad-strike-threats-and-union-sick-leave-disputes.md A dispute over paid sick time has stalled negotiations between major US freight railroads and their unions, raising the possibility of a strike as early as November 19th. The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees rejected a deal that lacked paid sick leave, potentially halting 30% of the nation's freight. There is speculation regarding the political timing of the strike and its impact on the Biden administration and the upcoming midterms. Keywords: [railroad strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroad-strike.md), brotherhood of maintenance of way employees, [sick leave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sick-leave.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md) ### Potential Railroad Strike, Biden Labor Deal - **Episode:** [1494: Radiation Tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1494-radiation-tsunami.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-13 - **Time:** 2:02:53–2:08:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1494-radiation-tsunami/chapter/potential-railroad-strike-biden-labor-deal.md A major freight railroad union, the Brotherhood of Maintenance-of-Way Employees, rejected a labor deal previously brokered by the Biden administration. While Biden had "spiked the ball" claiming the strike was averted, workers are still demanding better sick leave and working conditions. A potential strike deadline is now set for November 19th, which could severely impact the holiday supply chain. Keywords: [railroad strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroad-strike.md), [teamsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teamsters.md), [biden administration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biden-administration.md), [labor unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-unions.md), [supply chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supply-chain.md) ### Biden Administration Railroad Strike Aversion and Union Deals - **Episode:** [1487: Si Senor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-18 - **Time:** 33:20–37:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1487-si-senor/chapter/biden-administration-railroad-strike-aversion-and-union-deals.md President Biden announced a tentative deal to avert a nationwide railroad strike, claiming credit for the negotiations. Critics argue the 24% pay increase over five years is insufficient given current inflation rates and note that Labor Secretary Marty Walsh handled the primary negotiations while Biden remained largely absent from the room. Keywords: [railroad strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroad-strike.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [labor unions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-unions.md), marty walsh, [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md) ### Bernie Sanders Criticizes Railroad Executive Labor Policies - **Episode:** [1486: Truth Decay](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1486-truth-decay.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-15 - **Time:** 12:43–15:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1486-truth-decay/chapter/bernie-sanders-criticizes-railroad-executive-labor-policies.md Senator Bernie Sanders questioned whether railroad CEOs would face termination for medical emergencies, highlighting the disparity between executive benefits and worker attendance rules. The commentary focuses on the "do wonder" linguistic tell as a potential indicator of insincerity. Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), railroad ceos, [labor rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-rights.md), [sick leave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sick-leave.md), [senate floor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-floor.md) ### American Airlines Pilot Glitch, Labor Negotiations - **Episode:** [1467: Ninja Variant](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1467-ninja-variant.md) - **Published:** 2022-07-10 - **Time:** 56:44–1:02:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1467-ninja-variant/chapter/american-airlines-pilot-glitch-labor-negotiations.md A computer glitch at American Airlines removed pilots from 12,000 flights, forcing the company to offer triple pay to restore schedules. The incident occurred amidst tense contract negotiations across the industry, where pilots are seeking better compensation and perks, such as Tumi suitcases, following government-funded COVID-19 relief. Keywords: [american airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-airlines.md), [united airlines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-airlines.md), [pilot shortage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pilot-shortage.md), [tumi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tumi.md), railroad labor act ### Texas Power Grid, Winterization and Energy Demand - **Episode:** [1413: Flurona](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1413-flurona.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-03 - **Time:** 2:12:39–2:16:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1413-flurona/chapter/texas-power-grid-winterization-and-energy-demand.md As temperatures drop in Texas, concerns resurface regarding the stability of the state's power grid following the 2021 failure during Winter Storm Uri. Reports indicate that many transmission facilities have not yet corrected deficiencies. Furthermore, the Railroad Commission has not mandated winterization for natural gas producers, a process that may not be completed until 2023. Keywords: [ercot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ercot.md), [texas power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-power-grid.md), [winter storm uri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/winter-storm-uri.md), [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), railroad commission ### Transcontinental Railroad Stamps, Poker Karma, Value for Value - **Episode:** [1154: Goldfish Invasion](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1154-goldfish-invasion.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-14 - **Time:** 2:10:54–2:16:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1154-goldfish-invasion/chapter/transcontinental-railroad-stamps-poker-karma-value-for-value.md The segment acknowledges a variety of listener contributions, including a set of 150th-anniversary Transcontinental Railroad stamps. A donor playing in the World Series of Poker receives "emergency poker karma" from the hosts. The show concludes its financial acknowledgments by reiterating its commitment to a model free of brand advertising, allowing for unfiltered deconstruction of media and politics. Keywords: transcontinental railroad, [stamps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stamps.md), [poker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poker.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### Zephyr Train Noise, Austin Freight Horns - **Episode:** [1097: Two-way Sword](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1097-two-way-sword.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-23 - **Time:** 2:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1097-two-way-sword/chapter/zephyr-train-noise-austin-freight-horns.md A discussion regarding noise complaints involving the Zephyr and freight trains in Austin, Texas. One speaker describes calling in complaints about engineers honking horns at 3:00 AM in areas without crossings. The dialogue transitions into the day's primary news beat regarding international elections. Keywords: [zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zephyr.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [freight trains](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freight-trains.md), [noise complaints](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noise-complaints.md), railroad crossings ### The Railroad Foamer and Heritage Unit Obsession - **Episode:** [1050: Chip In!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1050-chip-in.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-15 - **Time:** 1:16:49–1:20:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1050-chip-in/chapter/the-railroad-foamer-and-heritage-unit-obsession.md A viral video featuring a "foamer"—an extreme railroad enthusiast—is reviewed for its high-energy reaction to a rare heritage train unit in North Creek. The enthusiast becomes audibly ecstatic over the sight of an Illinois Central livery and the sound of the train's horn. The hosts compare this level of niche obsession to other hobbies, noting the genuine, if eccentric, passion displayed by the recorder. Keywords: [foamer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foamer.md), [railroad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/railroad.md), heritage unit, illinois central, north creek ### Executive Producer Donations and Train History - **Episode:** [956: Identitarian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/956-identitarian.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-17 - **Time:** 1:34:30–1:39:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/956-identitarian/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-train-history.md Several high-tier donors are recognized for their contributions, including Max Power and Jacksvoo Sabota. The donors share their experiences from the Sacramento meetup, with some expressing a newfound interest in American railroad history. The segment includes various "karma" requests for jobs, health, and personal milestones as part of the show's value-for-value model. Keywords: [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), railroad history, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md) ### No Agenda Meetup, Sacramento Train Trip - **Episode:** [954: Rasiss](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-11 - **Time:** 2:05:05–2:14:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/954-rasiss/chapter/no-agenda-meetup-sacramento-train-trip.md Details are finalized for a No Agenda listener meetup in Sacramento, California, featuring a visit to the California State Railroad Museum and a gathering at the Fat City Bar. One host plans to travel via the Amtrak California Zephyr and encourages listeners to document their journeys on social media. The segment includes birthday wishes and "karma" requests for various producers. Keywords: [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md), california state railroad museum, fat city bar, [amtrak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amtrak.md), [zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zephyr.md) ### California State Railroad Museum, Sacramento Meetup - **Episode:** [922: Gut Punch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/922-gut-punch.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-20 - **Time:** 2:56:54–3:02:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/922-gut-punch/chapter/california-state-railroad-museum-sacramento-meetup.md John C. Dvorak recounts a visit to the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento, praising its curated exhibits and immaculate trains. The hosts discuss potential locations for a future listener meetup in "Old Sacramento" and sign off for the episode. Keywords: [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), railroad museum, [zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zephyr.md), kiki stockhammer, [meetup](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup.md) ### No Agenda Meetups and California State Railroad Museum - **Episode:** [803: Joe Hitler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/803-joe-hitler.md) - **Published:** 2016-02-28 - **Time:** 1:22:28–1:24:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/803-joe-hitler/chapter/no-agenda-meetups-and-california-state-railroad-museum.md New rules for promoting listener meetups are established, requiring a minimum of ten confirmed attendees before an event is mentioned on air. Plans are discussed for a future meetup at the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento, involving a group trip on the California Zephyr train. Keywords: [meetup.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetup-com.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [sacramento](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sacramento.md), california state railroad museum, [california zephyr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california-zephyr.md) ### Keystone XL Pipeline, Warren Buffett and Railroads - **Episode:** [672: Taboose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/672-taboose.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-23 - **Time:** 2:16:16–2:22:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/672-taboose/chapter/keystone-xl-pipeline-warren-buffett-and-railroads.md The resistance to the Keystone XL pipeline is attributed to the financial interests of Warren Buffett and his railroad holdings, such as Burlington Northern. Shipping oil by rail is highly profitable for these companies but has created a shortage of railcars for Canadian farmers trying to get their grain to market. 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