# Rain on The No Agenda Show Rain comes up in 124 chapters across 114 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to August 2026. - **Chapters:** 124 - **Episodes:** 114 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – August 2026 - **Related topics:** [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather.md), [Texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Silicon Valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drought.md), [Wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 124 ### Associate Executive Producers, Global Donor Roll Call - **Episode:** [1893: En Banc](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1893-en-banc.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-09 - **Time:** 2:28:41–2:37:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1893-en-banc/chapter/associate-executive-producers-global-donor-roll-call.md A long list of donors is read, including Harry Pilgrim, Zadok Brown, and Jennifer Rain. Many donors expressed their condolences for John C. Dvorak, noting his impact as a "pessimistic critical thinking mentor." Contributions arrived from various locations including the Netherlands, Washington State, and New York's Hudson Valley. Keywords: [harry pilgrim](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/harry-pilgrim.md), zadok brown, jennifer rain, poughkeepsie, [el cerrito](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/el-cerrito.md) ### Sirka 1984 and the Final Memorial De-douching - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 7:14:32–7:17:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/sirka-1984-and-the-final-memorial-de-douching.md Sirka 1984 from British Columbia and Max from Cape Town, South Africa, provide final memorial tributes. Max requests a shake of the rain stick to help with a dismal winter rain season. The episode concludes the extensive donation segment with "de-douching" for Brandon Elsbury and Jacob Roman, as the hosts prepare to transition to the next phase of the program. Keywords: [british columbia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/british-columbia.md), [cape town](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cape-town.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md) ### Baron Desi Dude, Liberty Village, Colorado Fires - **Episode:** [1887: The Stick Works](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1887-the-stick-works.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-19 - **Time:** 2:26:06–2:30:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1887-the-stick-works/chapter/baron-desi-dude-liberty-village-colorado-fires.md Sir Desi Dude of Liberty Village in Toronto is elevated to the rank of Baron after a significant donation. He shares the history of Liberty Street, named for released prisoners. Meanwhile, Dame Melivation in Colorado Springs sends a donation for the American 250th anniversary and credits a "rain stick" for helping contain local wildfires. Keywords: [toronto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toronto.md), liberty village, [colorado springs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado-springs.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [250th anniversary](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/250th-anniversary.md) ### Texas Hill Country Flooding, Microsoft Hello, and Emergency Alerts - **Episode:** [1886: Cytoshitosis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-16 - **Time:** 7:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis/chapter/texas-hill-country-flooding-microsoft-hello-and-emergency-alerts.md Adam Curry reports on severe flooding in the Texas Hill Country, noting that the Guadalupe River is facing a 35-foot wall of water affecting Kerrville. The discussion shifts to technical issues with Microsoft Hello appearing on Windows 10 systems and the frequency of emergency alerts on iPhones. John C. Dvorak mentions receiving false earthquake alerts in Northern California. Keywords: [texas hill country](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-hill-country.md), microsoft hello, [emergency alerts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-alerts.md), guadalupe river, [kerrville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kerrville.md), [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md) ### Weather Champs App and the No Agenda Rain Stick - **Episode:** [1879: Grace and Assurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-21 - **Time:** 2:13:44–2:16:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1879-grace-and-assurance/chapter/weather-champs-app-and-the-no-agenda-rain-stick.md Sir Tan Lee, creator of the WeatherChamps.app, proposes a "No Agenda Rain Stick" game within his play-to-earn weather application. The app allows users to engage with weather data and forecasts, with a portion of proceeds potentially supporting the show. The discussion touches on the recent flooding and storms across the country, questioning the current need for the traditional "rain stick" ritual. Keywords: weather champs, [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), play-to-earn, [florida](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/florida.md), [app](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/app.md), [meteorology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meteorology.md) ### Germany Sun Tax, Rain Tax and Green Energy - **Episode:** [1789: Glop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1789-glop.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-10 - **Time:** 1:15:41–1:20:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1789-glop/chapter/germany-sun-tax-rain-tax-and-green-energy.md Germany has reportedly introduced a "sun tax" on residents who installed solar panels, following previous incentives to adopt green energy. This new levy joins the existing "rain tax," leading to public outcry over the government's aggressive taxation of natural resources. Despite the complaints on platforms like TikTok, observers note a lack of political will among the German electorate to vote out the socialist-leaning leadership responsible for these policies. Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [solar power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-power.md), sun tax, rain tax, [green energy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-energy.md) ### International Meetups, Copenhagen, Rain Stick Request - **Episode:** [1766: Cinematic Ambush](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-22 - **Time:** 2:58:34–3:02:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1766-cinematic-ambush/chapter/international-meetups-copenhagen-rain-stick-request.md Producers held a meetup in Leiden, Netherlands, featuring Sir Patrick Kobel. A "rain stick" request was made for the Netherlands, which the hosts performed on-air. Upcoming meetups are announced for Davenport, Iowa; Culemborg, Netherlands; Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; and the first-ever meetup in Copenhagen, Denmark, at the Baghaven microbrewery. Keywords: [leiden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leiden.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [copenhagen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copenhagen.md), [denmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/denmark.md), [meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md) ### Oscars Diversity, April Rain and #OscarsSoWhite - **Episode:** [1742: Golden Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-27 - **Time:** 19:24–21:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1742-golden-poop/chapter/oscars-diversity-april-rain-and-oscarssowhite.md Activist April Rain reflects on the ten-year anniversary of the #OscarsSoWhite movement, noting that minority representation in Academy Award nominations has increased from 9% in 2015 to 20% recently. While the Academy has diversified its voting membership, Rain argues that more progress is needed for behind-the-camera roles and production ownership. Keywords: [academy awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/academy-awards.md), april rain, oscarssowhite, [diversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity.md), [film industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/film-industry.md) ### Atmospheric River Weather Conditions in Northern Silicon Valley - **Episode:** [1735: Old Bag](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1735-old-bag.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-02 - **Time:** 1:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1735-old-bag/chapter/atmospheric-river-weather-conditions-in-northern-silicon-valley.md The hosts discuss current weather patterns in Northern Silicon Valley, specifically the arrival of an "atmospheric river." Despite reports of heavy rain, conditions are described as extremely humid and drizzling rather than a downpour. The conversation notes that while everything is soaking wet, the expected half-foot of water has not yet materialized. Keywords: [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [atmospheric river](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atmospheric-river.md), [weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather.md), [humidity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/humidity.md), [rain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md) ### White Christmas Records and Climate Change Narrative - **Episode:** [1724: Boomer Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-26 - **Time:** 2:33:02–2:36:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode/chapter/white-christmas-records-and-climate-change-narrative.md The media reported that 2024 was the hottest year on record, yet New York City experienced its first "White Christmas" since 2009. The hosts mock the climate change narrative, noting that the National Weather Service's technical definition of a White Christmas (one inch of snow) was met despite "warmer than average" warnings. Keywords: [white christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-christmas.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [central park](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/central-park.md), [national weather service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-weather-service.md), [snow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snow.md), [rain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain.md) ### Acid Rain Meme and Climatology Research Grants - **Episode:** [1663: Climate Change Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1663-climate-change-special.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-23 - **Time:** 47:15–49:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1663-climate-change-special/chapter/acid-rain-meme-and-climatology-research-grants.md The hosts reflect on the "acid rain" phenomenon of the past, characterizing it as a previous environmental "scam" that has since faded from public discourse. They argue that the discipline of climatology has become a lucrative field driven by the pursuit of billions of dollars in government research grants, incentivizing scientists to maintain the global warming narrative. Keywords: [acid rain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/acid-rain.md), [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [research grants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/research-grants.md), [climatology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climatology.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), environmental legislation ### Rain Total Body Fuel, Marketing Insects as Functional Food - **Episode:** [1309: Vaxsaline](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1309-vaxsaline.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-07 - **Time:** 1:25:34–1:29:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1309-vaxsaline/chapter/rain-total-body-fuel-marketing-insects-as-functional-food.md A marketing campaign for Rain Total Body Fuel promotes eating insects like tarantulas and scorpions, comparing them to beef jerky or lobster. The campaign uses the historical example of lobster—once considered a "nasty bottom feeder" fed to prisoners—to argue that marketing can turn insects into expensive delicacies. The hosts critique the "up-talking millennial" messaging used to sell bugs as bioavailable protein for athletes. Keywords: rain total body fuel, [insects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insects.md), tarantula, [scorpion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scorpion.md), [lobster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobster.md), [prisoners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prisoners.md) ### Rain Bombs, Gravity Measuring Satellites - **Episode:** [1581: Quippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-13 - **Time:** 1:31:50–1:34:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy/chapter/rain-bombs-gravity-measuring-satellites.md In his TED Talk, Al Gore introduces the term "rain bombs" to describe extreme downpours and claims that new "gravity measuring satellites" prove the climate is in distress. He compares nightly news reports of weather events to a "nature hike through the Book of Revelation." The hosts criticize the use of religious imagery and sensationalist terminology like "boiling oceans" and "rain bombs." Keywords: rain bombs, gravity satellites, [vermont](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vermont.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [book of revelation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/book-of-revelation.md) ### Texas Hill Country Drought, Rain Stick Ceremony - **Episode:** [1576: Disease X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1576-disease-x.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-27 - **Time:** 57:32–59:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1576-disease-x/chapter/texas-hill-country-drought-rain-stick-ceremony.md Residents in the Texas Hill Country, specifically north of San Antonio in Bulverde and Kerrville, are facing a severe drought as residential wells run dry. Local water haulers from Canyon Lake have warned of impending Stage 3 restrictions that would halt water deliveries. In response to a listener's "SOS" request, a traditional "rain stick" ceremony is performed to symbolically encourage rainfall to replenish the regional aquifer. Keywords: [texas hill country](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-hill-country.md), [drought](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drought.md), aquifer, [kerrville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kerrville.md), [san antonio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-antonio.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md) ### Max Blumenthal Correction, Canadian Rain Stick Apology - **Episode:** [1570: Unbanked](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1570-unbanked.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-06 - **Time:** 40:21–42:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1570-unbanked/chapter/max-blumenthal-correction-canadian-rain-stick-apology.md A correction is issued regarding Max Blumenthal, clarifying that he is the son of Sidney Blumenthal and not related to Senator Richard Blumenthal. Additionally, a humorous apology is offered to Canada, jokingly suggesting that a "rain stick" used in a previous episode to stop wildfires caused a month of excessive rain. Keywords: [max blumenthal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/max-blumenthal.md), [richard blumenthal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-blumenthal.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [wildfires](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wildfires.md) ### Arizona Monsoons and Firework Stand Mortars - **Episode:** [1568: Spook Head](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1568-spook-head.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-29 - **Time:** 2:04:20–2:08:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1568-spook-head/chapter/arizona-monsoons-and-firework-stand-mortars.md Dame Beth from Tucson requests a "shake of the rain stick" to help kickstart the Arizona monsoon season following several local wildfires. Sir Eric from Michigan shares that he runs a firework stand to pay for his children's college tuition, noting that their best-selling mortar kit is named "Boomshakalaka." The hosts provide "jobs karma" for several producers seeking career changes. Keywords: [tucson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucson.md), monsoons, [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md) ### Al Gore Davos Rant, Boiling Oceans and Rain Bombs - **Episode:** [1522: Boiling Ocean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-19 - **Time:** 15:46–21:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1522-boiling-ocean/chapter/al-gore-davos-rant-boiling-oceans-and-rain-bombs.md Al Gore delivered a high-energy speech at Davos 2023, claiming the atmosphere is being used as an "open sewer" for 162 million tons of greenhouse gas daily. He stated that accumulated heat is equivalent to 600,000 Hiroshima-class atomic bombs exploding every day, which he claims is "boiling the oceans." Gore warned of "rain bombs" and a future with one billion climate refugees, threatening the capacity for self-governance. Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [davos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/davos.md), [greenhouse gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenhouse-gas.md), [hiroshima bombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hiroshima-bombs.md), [atmospheric rivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/atmospheric-rivers.md), rain bombs ### Gully Washer Rain, Northern Silicon Valley Weather - **Episode:** [1511: SEERS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1511-seers.md) - **Published:** 2022-12-11 - **Time:** 0:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1511-seers/chapter/gully-washer-rain-northern-silicon-valley-weather.md John C. Dvorak reports a "gully washer" rainstorm in Northern Silicon Valley, marking the first significant rainfall in the region in decades. Adam Curry broadcasts from the Texas Hill Country in FEMA Region 6. The hosts discuss the term "gully washer" and its descriptive power for heavy rain that cleans the streets. Keywords: gully washer, [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [texas hill country](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-hill-country.md), [weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather.md), [rain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain.md), [fema region 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-region-6.md) ### Knighting Ceremony, Dana Brunetti Rain Stick - **Episode:** [1494: Radiation Tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1494-radiation-tsunami.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-13 - **Time:** 1:43:17–1:50:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1494-radiation-tsunami/chapter/knighting-ceremony-dana-brunetti-rain-stick.md Several producers reached "Knight" status, including Sir Foam Finger Number One, who compared Elon Musk to Howard Hughes. Hollywood producer Dana Brunetti donated for his daughter Estella's 10th birthday and requested a "rain stick" ceremony for the State of Jefferson (Northern California/Southern Oregon). The hosts performed a "massive" rain stick ritual to address regional droughts. Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [dana brunetti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dana-brunetti.md), [rain stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rain-stick.md), [state of jefferson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-of-jefferson.md), howard hughes ### Napa Valley Harvest, Rain Stick Efficacy and Canadian Escapees - **Episode:** [1488: Torture Telephone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1488-torture-telephone.md) - **Published:** 2022-09-22 - **Time:** 1:52:54–2:02:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1488-torture-telephone/chapter/napa-valley-harvest-rain-stick-efficacy-and-canadian-escapees.md A producer from St. Helena reported on the Napa Valley wine harvest and the impact of recent 118-degree heat followed by unusual rain. 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