# Search Algorithms on The No Agenda Show Search Algorithms comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2011 to March 2023. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** February 2011 – March 2023 - **Related topics:** [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [Twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Adsense](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adsense.md), [Bing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bing.md), [Blue Checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md), [Censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### TikTok Search Ads, Computer Vision Technology - **Episode:** [1538: FedNow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-16 - **Time:** 54:39–1:01:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow/chapter/tiktok-search-ads-computer-vision-technology.md TikTok has officially entered the search advertising market, directly challenging the dominance of Google and Meta. The platform's "secret sauce" is identified as advanced computer vision technology that analyzes video backgrounds to identify products and books for targeted advertising. Lawmakers are accused of seeking to ban the app not for privacy reasons, but because it operates outside the established U.S. national security and censorship apparatus. Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [meta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meta.md), search ads, [computer vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-vision.md), [algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md) ### Twitter Blue Checks, Data Voids - **Episode:** [1269: pre-bunked](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-16 - **Time:** 1:01:49–1:06:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1269-pre-bunked/chapter/twitter-blue-checks-data-voids.md The proliferation of blue verification checkmarks for local journalists on Twitter is linked to search engine optimization and the management of "data voids." Data voids occur when there is a lack of credible information on a specific search query, allowing "bad actors" to dominate results. Google's algorithms prioritize content from verified social media accounts, ensuring that "credible" journalists occupy the top of search results during breaking news events. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [blue checkmark](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-checkmark.md), data voids, [google search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-search.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md) ### Google Search Reviewer Guidelines and Dutch Search Trends - **Episode:** [1188: Greta Doomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1188-greta-doomberg.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-10 - **Time:** 1:54:25–1:57:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1188-greta-doomberg/chapter/google-search-reviewer-guidelines-and-dutch-search-trends.md Google employs human reviewers to evaluate search results based on "EAT" (Expertise, Authority, and Trustworthiness) and "YMYL" (Your Money or Your Life) standards. Reports from insiders in the Netherlands suggest that during rush hour, a top voice search involves older men requesting adult content while driving. This highlights the role of human judgment in refining automated search algorithms. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [search algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-algorithms.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), eat, [content moderation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/content-moderation.md) ### Google Search Bias, "Idiot" Image Results - **Episode:** [1094: Justice 4 Hillary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1094-justice-4-hillary.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-17 - **Time:** 49:46–52:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1094-justice-4-hillary/chapter/google-search-bias-idiot-image-results.md Representative Zoe Lofgren questioned Sundar Pichai on why images of Donald Trump appear when users search for the word "idiot." Pichai explained that search results are based on over 200 signals, including relevance, popularity, and how other users link to content. The explanation aimed to debunk theories of manual manipulation by Google employees, though critics noted that results are also influenced by user location and browsing history. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [sundar pichai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sundar-pichai.md), [zoe lofgren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoe-lofgren.md), search algorithm, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md) ### Search Engine Comparison, Google vs. Bing for Legal Research - **Episode:** [978: House of Trolls](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-05 - **Time:** 28:44–32:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls/chapter/search-engine-comparison-google-vs-bing-for-legal-research.md A search for the original text of the Immigration and Nationality Act highlights differences between Google and Bing algorithms. Google's results were dominated by recent news regarding the elimination of the Diversity Visa, while Bing provided more direct access to the historical legislative text. The shift in search utility suggests Google may be prioritizing current political narratives over archival data. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [bing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bing.md), [search algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-algorithms.md), [immigration law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-law.md), [diversity visa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diversity-visa.md) ### Twitter Search Algorithm and Shadow Banning Concerns - **Episode:** [872: Kinetic Kill](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/872-kinetic-kill.md) - **Published:** 2016-10-27 - **Time:** 2:32:52–2:35:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/872-kinetic-kill/chapter/twitter-search-algorithm-and-shadow-banning-concerns.md John C. Dvorak complains about changes to Twitter's search algorithm that make it difficult to find Adam Curry's profile. He notes that searching for "Curry" now prioritizes NBA player Stephen Curry, even though Dvorak and Adam Curry follow each other. The hosts discuss the possibility of "shadow banning" and the general decline in Twitter's usability for connected users. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), search algorithm, [stephen curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-curry.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [shadow banning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shadow-banning.md) ### Google Search Manipulation, Hillary Health Results - **Episode:** [856: EU Gougers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/856-eu-gougers.md) - **Published:** 2016-09-01 - **Time:** 3:04:02–3:13:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/856-eu-gougers/chapter/google-search-manipulation-hillary-health-results.md Google has been accused of manipulating its auto-complete search suggestions to suppress negative information about Hillary Clinton's health. While other search engines provide results for "Hillary Clinton's health problems," Google's algorithm appears to filter these terms as "disparaging or offensive content." This perceived bias is linked to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt's close ties to the Clinton campaign, raising concerns about the power of tech giants to influence democratic elections. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [eric schmidt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eric-schmidt.md), [search bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-bias.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md) ### DVIDS Repository and Hillary Clinton's Secret Negotiations - **Episode:** [830: Tool Followers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-04 - **Time:** 37:55–43:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/830-tool-followers/chapter/dvids-repository-and-hillary-clinton-s-secret-negotiations.md The State Department's use of the DVIDS repository for video archiving is scrutinized following the "glitch" that removed sensitive Iran negotiation footage. It is suggested the edit was made to prevent the footage from being indexed by search algorithms. Speculation is raised regarding a potential link between these secret negotiations and a rumored helicopter crash involving Hillary Clinton. Keywords: dvids, [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [search algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-algorithms.md), [john kirby](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kirby.md), [state department](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/state-department.md) ### Google Search Filtering, Anti-Truther Experts - **Episode:** [478: Cranks and Firebrands](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/478-cranks-and-firebrands.md) - **Published:** 2013-01-13 - **Time:** 1:22:54–1:26:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/478-cranks-and-firebrands/chapter/google-search-filtering-anti-truther-experts.md The hosts predict that Google will begin filtering search results to remove "conspiracy" content, citing media complaints that a conspiracy site appears first when searching for victim Emily Parker. Anderson Cooper interviewed Alex Seitz-Wald of Salon and Jonathan Kaye, author of *Among the Truthers*, to categorize conspiracy theorists as "cranks" or "firebrands." Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [search algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-algorithms.md), jonathan kaye, [salon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salon.md), emily parker ### Google Search Algorithm Changes and No Agenda Rankings - **Episode:** [282: GaGa & Little Boy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy.md) - **Published:** 2011-02-27 - **Time:** 40:51–43:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/282-gaga-little-boy/chapter/google-search-algorithm-changes-and-no-agenda-rankings.md The hosts discuss Google's recent algorithm updates aimed at demoting "low-quality" content. They express concern that these changes are a "money-making scam" to force sites into buying AdSense ads. 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