# Scandinavia on The No Agenda Show Scandinavia comes up in 15 chapters across 15 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2008 to February 2026. - **Chapters:** 15 - **Episodes:** 15 - **Discussed:** April 2008 – February 2026 - **Related topics:** [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Al Gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [Aliens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aliens.md), [Anonymous Lesbian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-lesbian.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Ba.2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ba-2.md) ## Chapters 1–15 of 15 ### Scandinavian Extra Neck Bone, Alien Genetics - **Episode:** [1844: Second Half of Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show.md) - **Published:** 2026-02-19 - **Time:** 1:49:57–1:50:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1844-second-half-of-show/chapter/scandinavian-extra-neck-bone-alien-genetics.md A claim is made that some women from Scandinavian and Nordic countries possess an extra bone in their neck vertebrae. The segment suggests this anatomical rarity contributes to a longer, more attractive neck profile and speculates on potential extraterrestrial genetic origins. Keywords: [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), [genetics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genetics.md), vertebrae, neck bone, beauty, [aliens](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aliens.md) ### Gouda Cheese Pronunciation, Dutch Exports, Scandinavian Cooking - **Episode:** [1631: Pulling a Johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1631-pulling-a-johnson.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-04 - **Time:** 4:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1631-pulling-a-johnson/chapter/gouda-cheese-pronunciation-dutch-exports-scandinavian-cooking.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show discussing the correct Dutch pronunciation of Gouda cheese versus the Americanized version. Dvorak references a Scandinavian cooking show and notes that Gouda, Holland, is famous for exporting candles in addition to its namesake cheese. The hosts joke about Dutch names and the phonetic differences between European and American English. Keywords: [gouda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gouda.md), [holland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/holland.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), [cheese](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cheese.md), [candles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/candles.md), wooden shoes, [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md) ### BBC Casualty Controversy and European Gender Clinic Closures - **Episode:** [1563: Pocket Pardon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1563-pocket-pardon.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-11 - **Time:** 30:52–33:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1563-pocket-pardon/chapter/bbc-casualty-controversy-and-european-gender-clinic-closures.md The BBC medical drama "Casualty" faced public pushback for a storyline involving a non-binary character discussing "top surgery" before the television watershed. This is contrasted with policy shifts in Scandinavia and the UK, where some clinics have closed or paused medical transitions for minors pending long-term studies. 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A donation from Jay Humphries leads to a travel recommendation for Paulsbo, Washington, a town modeled after a Norwegian village. The town is noted for its Scandinavian pastry shops and "stinky brown cheese." Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), jay humphries, paulsbo, [norway](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/norway.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md) ### Stealth Omicron Sub-variant and Vaccine Inventory Management - **Episode:** [1420: Caliphate Cubs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1420-caliphate-cubs.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-27 - **Time:** 30:05–37:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1420-caliphate-cubs/chapter/stealth-omicron-sub-variant-and-vaccine-inventory-management.md Health officials are tracking a sub-variant of Omicron known as BA.2, or "Stealth Omicron," which has been detected in over 50 countries. Pfizer has initiated trials for an Omicron-specific booster, while some analysts suggest the focus on new variants is a strategy to move existing vaccine inventory. Experts in Scandinavia describe BA.2 as more transmissible but likely similar in clinical severity to the original Omicron strain. Keywords: stealth omicron, [ba.2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ba-2.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [walter reed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/walter-reed.md), vaccine booster, [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md) ### Ryan Gleman and Baronette Sir Rogue of the Taverns - **Episode:** [1202: Invidious Phobias](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-29 - **Time:** 1:28:53–1:32:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1202-invidious-phobias/chapter/ryan-gleman-and-baronette-sir-rogue-of-the-taverns.md Ryan Gleman receives a "de-douching" after his first donation, while Sir John Overall is promoted to Baronette Sir Rogue of the Taverns. The segment includes a quote from a 10-year-old listener regarding the unreliability of mainstream news. Keywords: ryan gleman, sir rogue of the taverns, [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), [wordpress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wordpress.md), [mueller report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-report.md) ### Geocoin Tracking, Global Travel, Geocaching - **Episode:** [1113: Axe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1113-axe.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-17 - **Time:** 1:23:49–1:25:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1113-axe/chapter/geocoin-tracking-global-travel-geocaching.md A "No Agenda" geocoin has reportedly traveled over 100,000 miles, moving through South America, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, and Scandinavia. The coin was recently tracked to the coast of Venezuela. Listeners are encouraged to follow the coin's progress on geocaching.com as it is passed between different individuals globally. Keywords: [geocaching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/geocaching.md), geocoin, [venezuela](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/venezuela.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), [tracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tracking.md) ### Viking Mom, Conservative Life in California - **Episode:** [1056: Q-Vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1056-q-vision.md) - **Published:** 2018-08-02 - **Time:** 1:12:35–1:17:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1056-q-vision/chapter/viking-mom-conservative-life-in-california.md Jennifer, known as "Viking Mom," donates $400.17 and describes the social challenges of being a conservative in the San Francisco Bay Area. She discusses the "Walk Away" movement and the pressure to hide non-Democratic political affiliations in corporate environments like Facebook and Oracle. Having family roots in Sweden and Denmark, she also critiques the American perception of Scandinavian socialism, citing long wait times for medical services. Keywords: [redwood city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/redwood-city.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), walk away movement, [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [socialism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/socialism.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md) ### Ford Truck Gifts, Michigan State Trivia and Mystery Package - **Episode:** [999: Nein Nein Nein](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/999-nein-nein-nein.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-18 - **Time:** 1:44:37–1:48:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/999-nein-nein-nein/chapter/ford-truck-gifts-michigan-state-trivia-and-mystery-package.md Adam Curry receives a care package from the "Michigan One Group," including a Ford F1 key rack and books on the Ford empire. John Dvorak quizzes Adam on Michigan state trivia, such as the state flower (Apple Blossom) and tree (White Pine). The segment ends with Adam receiving a heavy, 20-pound mystery package from Scandinavia via DHL, which he decides to save for Episode 1000. Keywords: [ford](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ford.md), [michigan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michigan.md), [dhl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dhl.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), apple blossom, [episode 1000](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/episode-1000.md) ### Anonymous Lesbian, Sir Tony, International Donors - **Episode:** [950: RACE: other](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-28 - **Time:** 2:16:20–2:20:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other/chapter/anonymous-lesbian-sir-tony-international-donors.md The "Anonymous Lesbian" donor writes in from Scandinavia as she prepares to move to New York City. Other donors from Australia, the UK, and various US states are recognized for their contributions. The hosts thank the "under $50" donors for providing a consistent base for the show's operations. Keywords: [anonymous lesbian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anonymous-lesbian.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### Making It Rain, Stripper Name Donations, Canada Navy - **Episode:** [564: Summer of Snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/564-summer-of-snowden.md) - **Published:** 2013-11-10 - **Time:** 2:08:08–2:14:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/564-summer-of-snowden/chapter/making-it-rain-stripper-name-donations-canada-navy.md The hosts introduce a new "Making It Rain" donation segment for $111.11 contributions, where they thank donors using stripper names like "Bambi" and "Crystal." They also discuss "Canada Navy" (Cananavia), a term used by listeners to describe the socialist-leaning nature of Canada. One donor from Battle Mountain Mesa, Colorado, explains he is redirecting his Audible.com subscription funds to No Agenda. Keywords: audible.com, making it rain, stripper names, [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), nordic, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### Pat Boone on CNN, Islam Controversy - **Episode:** [466: Give Peas a Chance](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance.md) - **Published:** 2012-12-02 - **Time:** 1:55:23–1:57:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/466-give-peas-a-chance/chapter/pat-boone-on-cnn-islam-controversy.md Singer Pat Boone appeared on Don Lemon's CNN show and made the false claim that the artist behind the Scandinavian Mohammed cartoons was killed. The hosts highlight the lack of correction from the news anchor and use the clip to illustrate the decline of factual accuracy in cable news variety shows. Keywords: pat boone, [don lemon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-lemon.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [islam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/islam.md), mohammed cartoons, [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md) ### 9/11 Imagery in Advertising, Learn to Anticipate Campaign - **Episode:** [233: Jean versus Sean](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/233-jean-versus-sean.md) - **Published:** 2010-09-09 - **Time:** 1:40:49–1:43:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/233-jean-versus-sean/chapter/9-11-imagery-in-advertising-learn-to-anticipate-campaign.md An advertisement in "Le Courrier International" featured the New York skyline with shortened Twin Towers and planes flying nearby, accompanied by the tagline "Learn to Anticipate." The hosts discuss the provocative use of 9/11 imagery and how it reflects Scandinavian cultural attitudes toward not drawing attention to oneself or "standing too tall." Keywords: [9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/9-11.md), twin towers, [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [scandinavia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scandinavia.md), cultural memes ### Norway Oil Wealth, Scandinavian Cultural Rivalries - **Episode:** [170: Flat Chested Women](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/170-flat-chested-women.md) - **Published:** 2010-01-31 - **Time:** 7:36–9:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/170-flat-chested-women/chapter/norway-oil-wealth-scandinavian-cultural-rivalries.md The hosts discuss Norway's refusal to join the European Union and its resulting oil wealth, comparing the nation to the Saudi Arabia of the Nordic countries. They touch upon regional stereotypes, including the perceived beauty of Norwegian women and the mutual dislike between Swedes, Norwegians, and Danes. The conversation stems from a lost email regarding a t-shirt donation from a Norwegian listener. 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