# Residuals on The No Agenda Show

Residuals comes up in 17 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2007 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 17
- **Episodes:** 16
- **Discussed:** October 2007 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Sag-aftra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-aftra.md), [Wga Strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wga-strike.md), [Writers Guild Of America](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/writers-guild-of-america.md), [Hollywood Strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood-strike.md), [Netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Black Widow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-widow.md), [Blue Bloods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-bloods.md), [Britney Spears](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/britney-spears.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md)

## Chapters 1–17 of 17

### Matt Long's Tip of the Day on Acetone

- **Episode:** [1912: Chaos Dynamic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-15
- **Time:** 3:00:34–3:04:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic/chapter/matt-long-s-tip-of-the-day-on-acetone.md

Matt Long provides the "Tip of the Day," advocating for the use of acetone as a versatile cleaning agent. He explains how it can restore old whiteboards, remove stubborn sticker residue, and serve as a cost-effective alternative to commercial nail polish remover when diluted.

Keywords: acetone, cleaning tips, whiteboards, sticker residue, nail polish

### SAG-AFTRA, Hollywood AI Protections Agreement

- **Episode:** [1865: Wide Awakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1865-wide-awakes.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-03
- **Time:** 1:39:18–1:43:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1865-wide-awakes/chapter/sag-aftra-hollywood-ai-protections-agreement.md

SAG-AFTRA reached a tentative agreement with major Hollywood studios, securing protections against the unauthorized use of AI likenesses. The deal follows a similar four-year contract signed by the Writers Guild of America, which included a significant infusion into the union's health fund. Industry workers remain concerned that the rapid advancement of technology may still outpace the protections provided in these multi-year contracts.

Keywords: [sag-aftra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-aftra.md), [wga](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wga.md), amptp, [hollywood strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood-strike.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md)

### Nancy Guthrie Case, Alleged Cover-up and Residual Data

- **Episode:** [1842: A Dog A Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1842-a-dog-a-day.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-12
- **Time:** 15:16–17:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1842-a-dog-a-day/chapter/nancy-guthrie-case-alleged-cover-up-and-residual-data.md

Speculation arises regarding the death of Nancy Guthrie, with claims suggesting the involvement of an illegal immigrant and a subsequent media cover-up. Technical questions are raised about "residual data" from back-end camera systems and the legitimacy of the footage released to the public. The narrative contrasts the official surveillance story with potential evidence of a staged scene.

Keywords: nancy guthrie, [fulton county](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fulton-county.md), [cover-up](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cover-up.md), residual data, [ring](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ring.md), [nest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nest.md), [illegal immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/illegal-immigration.md)

### Hollywood Writers Strike, AI Residuals, Tipping Points

- **Episode:** [1593: Beast Train](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-24
- **Time:** 6:28–8:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1593-beast-train/chapter/hollywood-writers-strike-ai-residuals-tipping-points.md

The Hollywood writers' union is reportedly nearing a deal with studio producers after a five-month strike, with negotiations focusing on artificial intelligence and residuals. Despite the potential resolution for writers, SAG-AFTRA actors remain on strike. Public indifference toward the labor dispute is characterized as a "tipping point" where mainstream media influence is waning.

Keywords: [wga strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wga-strike.md), [sag-aftra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-aftra.md), [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), media tipping point

### Name Image and Likeness Issues in Hollywood

- **Episode:** [1573: 4 No Youth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-16
- **Time:** 8:33–12:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth/chapter/name-image-and-likeness-issues-in-hollywood.md

CNN coverage of the Hollywood strike is critiqued for its focus on "Name, Image, and Likeness" (NIL), a term originally popularized in college athletics lawsuits. The union's demands include increased minimum pay rates and streaming residuals, which have become a sticking point as the industry shifts away from traditional broadcast models. The hosts suggest that news anchors themselves should be wary of being replaced by AI models.

Keywords: [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [sag-aftra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sag-aftra.md), name image and likeness, [ncaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ncaa.md), streaming residuals

### Market Forces and the Decline of Residuals

- **Episode:** [1573: 4 No Youth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-16
- **Time:** 12:00–14:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth/chapter/market-forces-and-the-decline-of-residuals.md

The core problem in Hollywood is identified as an oversupply of actors and writers relative to the available money in the streaming era. The traditional model of long-term residuals is described as obsolete, with the future favoring upfront payments. The hosts argue that the industry must shrink because there is currently too much content being produced for the market to sustain.

Keywords: [wga strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wga-strike.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), streaming model, content oversupply, [blue bloods](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-bloods.md)

### Hollywood Writers Guild Strike and Streaming Economics

- **Episode:** [1552: Old Trout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout.md)
- **Published:** 2023-05-04
- **Time:** 7:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout/chapter/hollywood-writers-guild-strike-and-streaming-economics.md

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) initiated a strike against major Hollywood studios, marking the first such action in 15 years. Writers are demanding better pay, mandatory staffing levels, and residuals for content sold to streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon. Industry analysts suggest studios may have enough completed content to withstand a year-long work stoppage, while streaming services continue to struggle with profitability following the post-lockdown market shift.

Keywords: [writers guild of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/writers-guild-of-america.md), [hollywood strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood-strike.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), streaming residuals, [disney plus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney-plus.md)

### IATSE Strike, Scarlett Johansson Disney Lawsuit

- **Episode:** [1388: Sandwich Generation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation.md)
- **Published:** 2021-10-07
- **Time:** 12:35–15:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1388-sandwich-generation/chapter/iatse-strike-scarlett-johansson-disney-lawsuit.md

The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) prepares for a strike that threatens to halt Hollywood production. This labor tension follows Scarlett Johansson's successful legal challenge against Disney regarding "Black Widow" residuals and the industry shift toward streaming.

Keywords: [iatse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iatse.md), [streaming services](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming-services.md), [scarlett johansson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scarlett-johansson.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [black widow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/black-widow.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md)

### Warner Brothers Streaming Strategy, Hollywood Residuals, Piracy

- **Episode:** [1306: Antigenic Drift](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1306-antigenic-drift.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-27
- **Time:** 1:27:59–1:29:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1306-antigenic-drift/chapter/warner-brothers-streaming-strategy-hollywood-residuals-piracy.md

Warner Brothers' decision to release its entire 2021 movie slate on streaming services simultaneously with theaters is seen as a potential death knell for Hollywood. The move has forced the studio to pay top actors millions in extra compensation to make up for the loss of back-end residuals and the increased risk of piracy.

Keywords: [warner brothers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warner-brothers.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [hbo max](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo-max.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), [piracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piracy.md)

### Tracy Ullman's Wealth and The Simpsons

- **Episode:** [1045: Pseudo-Addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-28
- **Time:** 52:48–55:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/tracy-ullman-s-wealth-and-the-simpsons.md

Tracy Ullman's financial success is attributed to a deal she made with the Fox network, granting her a percentage of any show spun off from her sketches. This agreement included The Simpsons, potentially making her one of the wealthiest comedians in the industry, surpassing even Jerry Seinfeld in residuals.

Keywords: tracy ullman, [the simpsons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-simpsons.md), [jerry seinfeld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jerry-seinfeld.md), [fox network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-network.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), [comedy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comedy.md)

### Diversity in Hollywood, Streaming Budgets, Network Television Decline

- **Episode:** [966: Master Algo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/966-master-algo.md)
- **Published:** 2017-09-21
- **Time:** 26:23–30:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/966-master-algo/chapter/diversity-in-hollywood-streaming-budgets-network-television-decline.md

The discussion covers Emmy wins for Lena Waithe and Aziz Ansari, framing them within the context of Hollywood's diversity narratives. The hosts argue that massive spending by Netflix and Amazon is creating a bubble that undermines traditional network television. They predict a future "crumbling" of the current high-budget streaming model as licensing fees and debt accumulate.

Keywords: lena waithe, aziz ansari, [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), [hbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hbo.md), television residuals, [cable cutting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cable-cutting.md)

### Victoria Recagno, TV Syndication Economics

- **Episode:** [948: Chow Hound](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/948-chow-hound.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-20
- **Time:** 2:50:51–2:53:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/948-chow-hound/chapter/victoria-recagno-tv-syndication-economics.md

Victoria Recagno of "Inside Edition" was described as a long-time industry professional who balances a high-profile career with a large family. The conversation also touched on the massive financial rewards of television syndication, where a successful show creator can net upwards of $50 million after five seasons. These "residual checks" represent the ultimate goal for many in the Hollywood production industry.

Keywords: victoria recagno, [inside edition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inside-edition.md), [syndication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syndication.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), show creators

### No Agenda Business Model, Producer Credits

- **Episode:** [339: Cocked Pistol](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/339-cocked-pistol.md)
- **Published:** 2011-09-15
- **Time:** 1:47:34–1:50:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/339-cocked-pistol/chapter/no-agenda-business-model-producer-credits.md

The "Value for Value" funding model is explained, emphasizing that the show accepts no advertising and relies solely on listener contributions. Listeners who donate $200 or more are credited as Associate Executive Producers, a title the hosts offer to vouch for in professional settings.

Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [noagendanation.com](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noagendanation-com.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md)

### Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and ADR Voiceover Work

- **Episode:** [310: Hail the Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/310-hail-the-foot.md)
- **Published:** 2011-06-05
- **Time:** 2:07:48–2:11:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/310-hail-the-foot/chapter/motorcycle-mechanics-institute-and-adr-voiceover-work.md

An advertisement for the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) prompts a discussion about the "manly" voiceover style used in trade school commercials. Adam Curry shares that his wife, Mickey, received significant residual checks for "Additional Dialogue Recording" (ADR) work on the show NCIS. The hosts joke about being in the "wrong business" as they record their podcast in a hot RV while voiceover artists earn high fees for minimal work.

Keywords: mmi, harley-davidson, [voiceover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voiceover.md), adr, [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), [ncis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ncis.md)

### Secondary Media Markets and Celebrity Tabloid Culture

- **Episode:** [30: Authoritarianism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/30-authoritarianism.md)
- **Published:** 2008-05-10
- **Time:** 1:02:09–1:05:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/30-authoritarianism/chapter/secondary-media-markets-and-celebrity-tabloid-culture.md

The economics of television residuals favor long-running classics like "Baywatch" over reality shows, which rely on real-time audience engagement. The discussion also addresses the ethics of tabloid coverage regarding figures like Britney Spears, noting that while such content drives web traffic, it often exploits personal tragedies.

Keywords: baywatch, [britney spears](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/britney-spears.md), tabloid, dvd sales, [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), [celebrity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/celebrity.md)

### Writers Guild of America Strike, Strategic Blunder Analysis

- **Episode:** [2: No Agenda 002](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/2-no-agenda-002.md)
- **Published:** 2007-11-02
- **Time:** 0:46–4:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/2-no-agenda-002/chapter/writers-guild-of-america-strike-strategic-blunder-analysis.md

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike is characterized as a strategic blunder due to a lack of clear metrics for new media monetization. While writers are legitimately concerned about declining DVD residuals, the focus on unproven internet revenue streams is viewed as premature. The labor action may inadvertently cause television networks to scale back their digital distribution experiments to avoid future contractual obligations.

Keywords: [writers guild of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/writers-guild-of-america.md), [wga strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wga-strike.md), dvd sales, [new media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-media.md), [napster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/napster.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md)

### Writers Guild of America Strike, Internet Residuals

- **Episode:** [1: No Agenda 001](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1-no-agenda-001.md)
- **Published:** 2007-10-26
- **Time:** 34:02–36:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1-no-agenda-001/chapter/writers-guild-of-america-strike-internet-residuals.md

The discussion turns to the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike and the central conflict over residuals for internet distribution and IPTV. The writers seek protection against new distribution methods that bypass traditional payment structures. The hosts speculate on the potential for "scab" writers to work remotely via the internet and the networks' strategy of relying on reruns and reality content.

Keywords: [writers guild of america](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/writers-guild-of-america.md), [strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strike.md), [residuals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/residuals.md), internet usage, [iptv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iptv.md)

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