# Scott Simon on The No Agenda Show Scott Simon comes up in 11 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2025 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 11 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** April 2025 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [11 Labs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/11-labs.md), [Ai Voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voice.md), [Ai Voices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voices.md), [Alex Jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [Big Beautiful Bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-beautiful-bill.md), [Broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), [Cbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbo.md), [Cory Booker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cory-booker.md), [Dalton Fisher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dalton-fisher.md) ## Chapters 1–11 of 11 ### Sir Luca of the Southwest and Scott Simon Jingle - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 4:26:59–4:28:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sir-luca-of-the-southwest-and-scott-simon-jingle.md Sir Luca of the Southwest reaches Baron status and becomes the Protectorate of the Columbia and Snake Rivers. He requests a "Scott Simon" jingle and "Healthy Karma" of the "Yak Yak" variety. The host plays the requested clips, including the "Sufferin' Succotash" and "Yak" soundbites. Keywords: sir luca, columbia river, [snake river](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snake-river.md), [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [yak karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yak-karma.md) ### Executive Producer Credits, Dalton Fisher Knighting - **Episode:** [1838: Coup Afoot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-29 - **Time:** 2:11:44–2:16:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1838-coup-afoot/chapter/executive-producer-credits-dalton-fisher-knighting.md Executive and Associate Executive Producers are recognized for their financial contributions, including a top donation from Chris Moore. Dalton Fisher is knighted following a $369.12 donation and a detailed deconstruction of NPR's Scott Simon. Fisher's critique of a "stupid" segment on exploding trees is praised as a prime example of media deconstruction, and he is granted the title "Commander of Content." Keywords: chris moore, [dalton fisher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dalton-fisher.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [knight](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knight.md) ### Limbic Capitalism, Sports Betting Scandals and Dopamine - **Episode:** [1829: Zoomerwaffen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-28 - **Time:** 2:38:05–2:46:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1829-zoomerwaffen/chapter/limbic-capitalism-sports-betting-scandals-and-dopamine.md The concept of "limbic capitalism" is explored, referring to businesses that profit by triggering the brain's reward systems through social media, ultra-processed foods, and gambling. An NPR report by Scott Simon discusses the rise of sports betting scandals in 2025, involving players like Luis Ortiz and Jonte Porter. The hosts argue that the No Agenda Show is the "antithesis" of limbic capitalism because it avoids these manipulative stimuli. Keywords: limbic capitalism, [sports betting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports-betting.md), espn bet, [draftkings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/draftkings.md), [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md) ### 11 Labs AI Voices and Scott Simon Parodies - **Episode:** [1821: Genesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-30 - **Time:** 2:59:16–3:03:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1821-genesis/chapter/11-labs-ai-voices-and-scott-simon-parodies.md The hosts discuss the creative use of 11 Labs AI to generate parody voices, such as NPR's Scott Simon. They explore the technical requirements for sampling voices and the potential for creating "deepfake" versions of figures like Alex Jones or Tucker Carlson. One host expresses a desire to avoid the "rabbit hole" of AI voice generation despite its entertainment value. Keywords: [11 labs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/11-labs.md), [ai voices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voices.md), [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [alex jones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-jones.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md) ### Scott Simon's 40-Year NPR Career and Voice Evolution - **Episode:** [1813: Lunchbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-02 - **Time:** 1:58:22–2:01:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1813-lunchbox/chapter/scott-simon-s-40-year-npr-career-and-voice-evolution.md NPR's Scott Simon celebrated 40 years on the air, prompting a comparison between his current voice and his original 1985 broadcast style. The hosts observe that Simon's early delivery resembled a game show host or modern journalist John Dickerson. They discuss the "Berkeley nasal accent" and how long-term broadcasters' voices change over decades of professional performance. Keywords: [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), [john dickerson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-dickerson.md), [radio history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/radio-history.md) ### NPR Coverage of Trump Scotland Trip, Jeffrey Epstein Questions - **Episode:** [1785: Mackerels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-27 - **Time:** 11:19–19:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels/chapter/npr-coverage-of-trump-scotland-trip-jeffrey-epstein-questions.md NPR's Scott Simon and other reporters covered Donald Trump's trip to Scotland, focusing on the cost to Scottish taxpayers and Trump's past association with Jeffrey Epstein. Trump denied being briefed on the Epstein files and suggested the media focus on other associates of the sex offender. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [jeffrey epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [ghislaine maxwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghislaine-maxwell.md), [scotland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scotland.md) ### NPR Weekend Edition Production Staff, Time Magazine Rankings - **Episode:** [1785: Mackerels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-27 - **Time:** 19:08–23:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels/chapter/npr-weekend-edition-production-staff-time-magazine-rankings.md A review of the credits for NPR's "Up First" weekend show reveals a production staff of approximately 15 people for a half-hour program. The hosts contrast this large staff with their own independent production model and dismiss Time Magazine's top podcast rankings. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), aisha roscoe, [time magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/time-magazine.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### NPR Reporter Buffy Gorilla - **Episode:** [1779: Buffy Gorilla](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-06 - **Time:** 1:09:56–1:12:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla/chapter/npr-reporter-buffy-gorilla.md The segment highlights an NPR reporter named Buffy Gorilla, noting the unusual nature of the name. Scott Simon introduced her during a report on current events. It is later clarified that she is a Master of Journalism candidate at the University of Melbourne, though the hosts find the name's inclusion in professional broadcasting noteworthy. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), buffy gorilla, [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), university of melbourne ### Scott Simon on the Big Beautiful Bill - **Episode:** [1779: Buffy Gorilla](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-06 - **Time:** 1:12:12–1:17:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1779-buffy-gorilla/chapter/scott-simon-on-the-big-beautiful-bill.md NPR's Scott Simon reported on President Trump's signing of the "Big Beautiful Bill" during a July 4th celebration. The report used the term "so-called" to describe the legislation, which critics argue is a propagandistic framing. The segment discusses the bill's impact on Medicaid and the national debt, citing CBO projections of a $3.3 trillion increase over ten years. Keywords: [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [big beautiful bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-beautiful-bill.md), [medicaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicaid.md), [cbo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbo.md) ### Congressional Sit-in, AI Voice Models, Scott Simon - **Episode:** [1759: Eat The Babies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-27 - **Time:** 3:21:37–3:24:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies/chapter/congressional-sit-in-ai-voice-models-scott-simon.md The hosts briefly mention a "sit-in" by Cory Booker and Hakeem Jeffries before transitioning to a discussion of AI voice models. They review several "ISO" clips generated by a producer using an AI model of NPR's Scott Simon. The discussion centers on the quality of the AI training and the humorous potential of using these voices for show transitions. Keywords: [cory booker](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cory-booker.md), [hakeem jeffries](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hakeem-jeffries.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [ai voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-voice.md), [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md) ### Executive Producer Credits, Scott Simon AI Parody - **Episode:** [1755: Rat Poop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1755-rat-poop.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-13 - **Time:** 2:14:24–2:30:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1755-rat-poop/chapter/executive-producer-credits-scott-simon-ai-parody.md High-tier donors are recognized, including new Executive Producer Darth Penguin. A sophisticated AI-generated parody of NPR's Scott Simon, created using 11 Labs, is played. The parody features a script mocking NPR's typical tone and subject matter, which the hosts praise as a rare example of creative and effective use of AI technology. Keywords: darth penguin, [scott simon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scott-simon.md), [11 labs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/11-labs.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. Every public page on this site has one: add `.md` to its URL, or request it with `Accept: text/markdown`. - [Site index for agents (llms.txt)](https://search.noagendashow.net/llms.txt) - [Home](https://search.noagendashow.net/index.md) - [Search transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/search.md) - [All episodes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episodes.md) - [Topics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topics.md) - [People](https://search.noagendashow.net/people.md)