# Ronald Mcdonald House on The No Agenda Show

Ronald Mcdonald House comes up in 21 chapters across 21 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2015 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 21
- **Episodes:** 21
- **Discussed:** April 2015 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Bandana Ball](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bandana-ball.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Abortion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abortion.md), [Al Sharpton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-sharpton.md), [Andrew Cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-cuomo.md), [Automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [Birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [Brian Brushwood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-brushwood.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 21

### Count Dr. Sir One Awesome Jason and the Ronald McDonald House

- **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-30
- **Time:** 2:31:12–2:33:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/count-dr-sir-one-awesome-jason-and-the-ronald-mcdonald-house.md

Count Dr. Sir One Awesome Jason discusses his family's experience with the Ronald McDonald House following a premature birth. He notes that Tina Curry worked for the organization for years. Jason requests an Al Sharpton "Respect" jingle and is recognized as a Red Knight of the Order of the Heart.

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### Ronald McDonald House Canada, Vaccine Mandate Evictions

- **Episode:** [1417: Get Boris!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1417-get-boris.md)
- **Published:** 2022-01-16
- **Time:** 13:27–16:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1417-get-boris/chapter/ronald-mcdonald-house-canada-vaccine-mandate-evictions.md

A Ronald McDonald House in Canada faced public backlash after moving to evict a family whose four-year-old son was being treated for leukemia because the family was unvaccinated. The discussion clarifies that individual Ronald McDonald House chapters operate as independent entities responsible for their own local fundraising. There is concern that the actions of the Canadian chapter will negatively impact donations to other locations in the United States.

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### Volunteerism Challenges, Al Pacino and Arab Leader Impressions

- **Episode:** [1230: Avocado Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-05
- **Time:** 1:43:34–1:49:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1230-avocado-cartel/chapter/volunteerism-challenges-al-pacino-and-arab-leader-impressions.md

The lockdown has severely impacted volunteerism at organizations like the Ronald McDonald House, where outside groups are no longer allowed to cook for residents. A donor from Kuwait requests various jingles, leading the hosts to perform impressions of Al Pacino's "Scarface" and a generic Arab leader. The segment highlights the difficulty of providing in-person help during the pandemic.

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### Pediatric Surgery Success, Ronald McDonald House

- **Episode:** [1169: Hockeystick Hoax](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1169-hockeystick-hoax.md)
- **Published:** 2019-09-05
- **Time:** 1:14:04–1:18:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1169-hockeystick-hoax/chapter/pediatric-surgery-success-ronald-mcdonald-house.md

A listener provides an update on his son, Emmett, who underwent successful surgery for Pierre Robin sequence at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. The story highlights the challenges of medical insurance approvals and the support provided by the Ronald McDonald House during the family's stay in San Francisco. The hosts credit "medical karma" and community support for the positive outcome.

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### Independence Day 2019, Ronald McDonald House Operations

- **Episode:** [1152: Veergayin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1152-veergayin.md)
- **Published:** 2019-07-07
- **Time:** 1:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1152-veergayin/chapter/independence-day-2019-ronald-mcdonald-house-operations.md

Hosts Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 1152 on July 4, 2019, broadcasting from Austin, Texas and Northern Silicon Valley. They acknowledge the holiday and mention the ongoing work of human resources and facilities like the Ronald McDonald House, where Curry's wife is currently working.

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### Jewish Tradition of Giving in Multiples of Eighteen

- **Episode:** [1138: Pregnant Person](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1138-pregnant-person.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-16
- **Time:** 2:25:31–2:27:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1138-pregnant-person/chapter/jewish-tradition-of-giving-in-multiples-of-eighteen.md

The hosts discover that Jewish tradition involves giving charitable gifts in multiples of 18, symbolizing "Chai" or life. This explains several odd-numbered donations received for the Ronald McDonald House via the wedding website. They decide to add the "Lucky Jew Donation" or "Shape-shifting Donation" to the show's official terminology.

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### Sorghum Vinaigrette and Regional Texas Cuisine

- **Episode:** [1133: No Apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-02
- **Time:** 13:55–18:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology/chapter/sorghum-vinaigrette-and-regional-texas-cuisine.md

During a Ronald McDonald House charity event in College Station, Texas, a unique tomato salad featuring a sorghum-based vinaigrette is discovered. Chef Dodd attributes the recipe to his grandmother, sparking a discussion on the use of sorghum in Southern cooking. The hosts express interest in finding a public domain version of the secret recipe.

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### Ronald McDonald House Bandana Ball Weather Disruption

- **Episode:** [1127: Netherlindian](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1127-netherlindian.md)
- **Published:** 2019-04-10
- **Time:** 1:21–2:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1127-netherlindian/chapter/ronald-mcdonald-house-bandana-ball-weather-disruption.md

A report describes the 30th annual Ronald McDonald House "Bandana Ball" charity event in Austin, which was disrupted by severe weather. A local Fox News meteorologist acting as MC had to evacuate the tent mid-event, impacting the high-stakes celebrity auction. Prizes at the event included luxury hunting trips to Argentina.

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### Ronald McDonald House, Illness Anecdote, Vitamin D

- **Episode:** [1123: Cancel Culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1123-cancel-culture.md)
- **Published:** 2019-03-24
- **Time:** 14:46–16:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1123-cancel-culture/chapter/ronald-mcdonald-house-illness-anecdote-vitamin-d.md

A personal anecdote describes a viral illness contracted after exposure to germs at a Ronald McDonald House facility. The speaker details an unsuccessful attempt to "OD on Vitamin D" to stave off the sickness, resulting in a "fuzzy" mental state during the broadcast.

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### Late-Term Abortion Debate, Media Posturing and Transparency

- **Episode:** [1109: Pentacon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1109-pentacon.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-05
- **Time:** 2:30:18–2:37:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1109-pentacon/chapter/late-term-abortion-debate-media-posturing-and-transparency.md

The debate over late-term abortion is criticized as a political tool used by both parties to secure votes rather than protect rights. Personal experience with premature babies at 24 weeks is cited to provide context on fetal viability. A provocative suggestion is made to televise controversial procedures and executions to force public honesty about the nature of these acts.

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### Final Donor Credits, Ronald McDonald House and Birthdays

- **Episode:** [1097: Two-way Sword](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1097-two-way-sword.md)
- **Published:** 2018-12-23
- **Time:** 2:07:42–2:13:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1097-two-way-sword/chapter/final-donor-credits-ronald-mcdonald-house-and-birthdays.md

The hosts conclude the show by thanking the remaining donors and acknowledging birthdays. A special mention is made of the Ronald McDonald House charities, clarifying that local chapters must raise their own funds. They reiterate the success of the value-for-value model over the last decade.

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### McDonald's Kiosks and Labor Efficiency

- **Episode:** [1078: Demonation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1078-demonation.md)
- **Published:** 2018-10-18
- **Time:** 2:13:09–2:14:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1078-demonation/chapter/mcdonald-s-kiosks-and-labor-efficiency.md

A conversation with a McDonald's franchise owner revealed that the installation of self-service kiosks has actually led to an increase in staff. While there are fewer workers at the front counter, the increased efficiency in order processing has required more employees in the kitchen to handle higher sales volumes. This counter-intuitive result challenges the narrative that automation necessarily leads to net job losses.

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### Corporate Tax Cuts and Charitable Giving Increases

- **Episode:** [1064: Post Racial](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1064-post-racial.md)
- **Published:** 2018-09-02
- **Time:** 23:52–26:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1064-post-racial/chapter/corporate-tax-cuts-and-charitable-giving-increases.md

Pharmaceutical giant AbbVie donated $100 million to the Ronald McDonald House, citing benefits from recent corporate tax cuts. While critics feared tax reform would cap individual charitable deductions and hurt non-profits, large corporations appear to be increasing their contributions. This suggests that major philanthropic efforts are being sustained by corporate windfalls rather than small individual donors.

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### Tesla Stock Tips, Chicago Travel Plans

- **Episode:** [1062: A.I. Zombies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1062-a-i-zombies.md)
- **Published:** 2018-08-23
- **Time:** 0:00–2:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1062-a-i-zombies/chapter/tesla-stock-tips-chicago-travel-plans.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program with travel updates, noting Curry's upcoming trip to Chicago for a Ronald McDonald House charities conference. The conversation shifts to a financial tip regarding Tesla stock, specifically a January 2019 $200 put option. The hosts recount an afternoon of wake surfing on Lake Travis with a former New York banker who provided the market insight.

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### Ronald McDonald House Bandana Ball, Austin Weather Shift

- **Episode:** [1023: Warm Hand-Off](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1023-warm-hand-off.md)
- **Published:** 2018-04-08
- **Time:** 1:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1023-warm-hand-off/chapter/ronald-mcdonald-house-bandana-ball-austin-weather-shift.md

A fundraising event for the Ronald McDonald House, the Bandana Ball, took place in Austin, Texas, with nearly 900 attendees. The outdoor tent event was impacted by a sudden temperature drop to 42 degrees and high winds. Efforts to block the wind included positioning a 30-foot truck in front of the tent entrance to shield guests from the cold.

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### Ronald McDonald House Charity Clay Shoot, Brian Brushwood Anecdote

- **Episode:** [979: Donna Gate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-05
- **Time:** 7:28–11:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/979-donna-gate/chapter/ronald-mcdonald-house-charity-clay-shoot-brian-brushwood-anecdote.md

A No Agenda team participated in the first Clay Classic charity shoot at the Texas Disposal Systems safari park to benefit Ronald McDonald House. The team included Brian Brushwood and Sir Gene, the Duke of Texas, who provided a high-end Italian shotgun. Despite initial skepticism about the participants' skills, Brian's wife, Bonnie, is noted as a particularly talented shooter.

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### Media Exploitation of Hurricane Victims and NICU Evacuations

- **Episode:** [959: Stay Safe!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/959-stay-safe.md)
- **Published:** 2017-08-27
- **Time:** 16:35–18:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/959-stay-safe/chapter/media-exploitation-of-hurricane-victims-and-nicu-evacuations.md

News crews are criticized for aggressive tactics in seeking interviews with distressed families, including those whose infants were airlifted from coastal NICU units to Dell Children's Hospital in Austin. Reporters reportedly waited outside hospitals and the Ronald McDonald House to capture "sob stories" from vulnerable evacuees. These actions are described as ghoulish, prioritizing emotional footage over the privacy and well-being of families in crisis.

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### South Korea Influence Scandal, Thanksgiving Cooking, Scaling Recipes

- **Episode:** [875: No Brexit For You](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/875-no-brexit-for-you.md)
- **Published:** 2016-11-06
- **Time:** 2:19:39–2:22:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/875-no-brexit-for-you/chapter/south-korea-influence-scandal-thanksgiving-cooking-scaling-recipes.md

South Korean President Park Geun-hye issues an apology for an influence-peddling scandal involving a close confidante. Adam Curry shares his plans to cook for 20 families at the Ronald McDonald House for Thanksgiving. Dvorak offers advice on the difficulties of scaling recipes from small groups to large crowds, noting that cooking does not scale linearly.

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### International Healthcare Comparisons and Private Care Waiting Lists

- **Episode:** [872: Kinetic Kill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/872-kinetic-kill.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-27
- **Time:** 36:33–41:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/872-kinetic-kill/chapter/international-healthcare-comparisons-and-private-care-waiting-lists.md

The hosts compare healthcare experiences in the US, UK, Netherlands, and France, noting that single-payer systems often result in long waiting lists for procedures like MRIs. An anecdote about a $1,100 monthly quote to add a partner to a corporate health plan highlights domestic cost issues. Conversely, the French healthcare system is praised for its efficiency, though it is noted that its structure is "alien" to the American HMO model.

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### Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak Open Episode 813

- **Episode:** [813: Clinton Condign](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/813-clinton-condign.md)
- **Published:** 2016-04-07
- **Time:** 1:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/813-clinton-condign/chapter/adam-curry-and-john-c-dvorak-open-episode-813.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the Sunday session of the No Agenda show, broadcasting from Austin, Texas, and a mobile rig in Manhattan, New York. Dvorak explains his presence in New York for a family trip while Curry mentions his recent volunteer work at the Bandana Ball for the Ronald McDonald House. The hosts briefly address technical lag and the status of the donation spreadsheet.

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