# Rotterdam on The No Agenda Show Rotterdam comes up in 117 chapters across 101 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2007 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 117 - **Episodes:** 101 - **Discussed:** November 2007 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [Amsterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amsterdam.md), [Meetups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meetups.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Boise](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boise.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 117 ### Transition from Gas to Electric Infrastructure in Europe - **Episode:** [1913: Meat Muck](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-18 - **Time:** 47:25–48:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1913-meat-muck/chapter/transition-from-gas-to-electric-infrastructure-in-europe.md Adam Curry describes the forced electrification of housing in Rotterdam, where landlords are removing gas lines in favor of electric induction stoves. The hosts express a preference for gas cooking, citing the lack of visual feedback and control on induction surfaces. This shift is part of a broader European move away from fossil fuel infrastructure in residential buildings. Keywords: [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), induction cooking, [natural gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natural-gas.md), [electrification](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electrification.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md) ### European Immigration Tensions and Japanese Assimilation Models - **Episode:** [1907: One Shotted](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-27 - **Time:** 7:00–9:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1907-one-shotted/chapter/european-immigration-tensions-and-japanese-assimilation-models.md Adam Curry recounts an incident in Rotterdam where his daughter witnessed young men on e-bikes harassing people at a Pride event. Jason Calacanis contrasts European immigration issues with the Japanese model, which mandates strict cultural assimilation and language proficiency. They discuss the social friction caused by non-integrated communities in Western countries. 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Dvorak traditionally avoided to maintain show consistency. Calacanis expresses his appreciation for the No Agenda audience and the professional broadcasting standards of the show. Keywords: [google calendar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-calendar.md), [clean feed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-feed.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), podcast booking, [time zones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-zones.md) ### Uber Experiences in Rotterdam and Green Card Requirements - **Episode:** [1904: Junkie Communism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-17 - **Time:** 57:07–59:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1904-junkie-communism/chapter/uber-experiences-in-rotterdam-and-green-card-requirements.md A personal anecdote from a trip to Rotterdam involves interactions with Somali Uber drivers who expressed negative opinions of Ilhan Omar. The conversation shifts to the difficulties of the U.S. immigration process, noting that green card applicants are currently required to prove COVID-19 vaccination. 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They also discuss the prevalence of Muslim Uber drivers in the Netherlands and critique the build quality of Tesla vehicles, noting frequent rattles and "plastic" interiors. Keywords: [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [tesla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tesla.md), [uber](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uber.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), perceptions ### No Agenda Art, AI Errors and Rotterdam History - **Episode:** [1901: Neighbor Narcs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-06 - **Time:** 2:04:52–2:08:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1901-neighbor-narcs/chapter/no-agenda-art-ai-errors-and-rotterdam-history.md Adam Curry discusses a glitch where the show's AI art generator produced "lewd" images for chapter markers, leading to a parental complaint. He also reads a letter from a producer in Rotterdam providing historical context on the Moluccan community in the Netherlands. The letter explains that Moluccans were former soldiers in the Dutch East Indies Army who were marginalized by the government after being brought to Europe in 1949. 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He describes spending his 62nd birthday in Rotterdam helping family members with household organization and childcare. The conversation includes anecdotes about family naming traditions for grandparents and the physical demands of holding a newborn. 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Curry admits the original dynamic of the show died with Dvorak and expresses uncertainty about the future of the program while experimenting with guest hosts like Jason Calacanis. They explore the "asymmetrical intimacy" of podcasting and the deep parasocial connection felt by the global audience. 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The episode concludes with a "Just Baker" musical remix titled "Where's the Beef," which satirizes the geopolitical and economic implications of the Trump administration's beef import and oil deal announcements. 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The discussion highlights the rise of moped-based assassinations and drug trafficking in Rotterdam, as well as the shifting cultural tensions regarding Israel and Gaza within Dutch cities. Keywords: [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), [moroccans](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/moroccans.md), indonesians, [drug cartels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drug-cartels.md) ### Small Boob Donations, Rotterdam Travel Plans - **Episode:** [1898: Goofy Foot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-27 - **Time:** 2:41:13–2:44:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1898-goofy-foot/chapter/small-boob-donations-rotterdam-travel-plans.md Adam Curry reads a list of "boob" donations (amounts ending in .08) and discusses his upcoming trip to Rotterdam to visit his new granddaughter, Cleo. He concludes the donation segment by explaining the various ways listeners can support the show via Stripe, PayPal, or recurring payments. Keywords: [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), grandparenthood, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [stripe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stripe.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md) ### Cultural Shifts in the Netherlands, Rotterdam and Amsterdam - **Episode:** [1894: Fever Concerns](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns.md) - **Published:** 2026-08-13 - **Time:** 1:00:42–1:05:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1894-fever-concerns/chapter/cultural-shifts-in-the-netherlands-rotterdam-and-amsterdam.md The hosts discuss the degradation of Dutch culture due to mass immigration and the influence of the "Mocro Maffia" drug cartels in Rotterdam. They lament the "Disney-ization" of Amsterdam, where traditional shops are replaced by TikTok-driven tourist attractions. The segment touches on the loss of liberal social norms, such as public breastfeeding and topless beaches, which have been curtailed by changing demographics. 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The hosts perform "de-douching" rituals for first-time donors and acknowledge the profound impact Dvorak had on the "Gitmo Nation" community. 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Dvorak about the birth, which Dvorak claims he never received. The conversation shifts to the logistics of the show's newsletter and the decline in listenership for related programs like DH Unplugged. 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