# Search Engines on The No Agenda Show Search Engines comes up in 70 chapters across 69 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2008 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 70 - **Episodes:** 69 - **Discussed:** February 2008 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Show Notes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-notes.md), [Bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [Privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Bing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bing.md), [Seo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seo.md), [Neeva](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neeva.md), [Open Source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [Openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 70 ### Viscountess Alex Delgado and PodHurd Search Engine - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 2:23:59–2:27:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/viscountess-alex-delgado-and-podhurd-search-engine.md Alex Delgado reaches the rank of Viscountess, reflecting on her journey as a donor since 2017. Sir DeNonymous (Darren) discusses PodHurd and Bingit.io, the search and clipping engines that power No Agenda's digital archives. Donors express their sadness over Dvorak's passing, often comparing the loss to that of a family member. Keywords: alex delgado, [viscountess](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/viscountess.md), podhurd, bingit, [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md) ### Podcast Discovery and the Podcast Index Robot - **Episode:** [1910: Media Murder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-08 - **Time:** 1:52:41–1:54:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder/chapter/podcast-discovery-and-the-podcast-index-robot.md The hosts discuss the challenges of podcast discovery and the role of AI agents in helping users find new content. By using tools like the Podcast Index Robot, listeners can scan databases to find shows tailored to their specific interests, such as ranching or technology. This "Ask Engine Optimization" (AEO) is presented as the future of content discovery, moving away from the "podcast industrial complex" and YouTube-centric models. Keywords: [podcast index](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-index.md), [ai agents](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-agents.md), [podcast discovery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-discovery.md), podcastindex.org, [search engine optimization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine-optimization.md) ### EU Tech Sovereignty and the Qwant Search Engine - **Episode:** [1874: Kennel Index](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1874-kennel-index.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-04 - **Time:** 1:52:09–1:54:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1874-kennel-index/chapter/eu-tech-sovereignty-and-the-qwant-search-engine.md The European Parliament is pushing for "tech sovereignty" by making the French search engine Qwant its new default, replacing Google. The initiative includes a new CHIPS Act for European semiconductors and a roadmap for digitalization in the energy sector. The hosts mock the name "Qwant," noting its unfortunate phonetic similarity to a vulgarity in Dutch. Keywords: qwant, [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), tech sovereignty, [chips act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chips-act.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md) ### Rexus Recommender Systems, Agentic AI, Justified Expenses - **Episode:** [1818: Bible Belt Buckle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1818-bible-belt-buckle.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-20 - **Time:** 46:46–51:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1818-bible-belt-buckle/chapter/rexus-recommender-systems-agentic-ai-justified-expenses.md Jensen Huang introduced the term "Rexus" to describe the recommender systems that drive social feeds and e-commerce on mobile devices. He further discussed "Agentic AI," such as ChatGPT and Claude, which performs complex reasoning and summarization rather than simple keyword searches. While these systems are significantly more expensive to operate than traditional search engines, Huang argued the costs are justified by the revolutionary shift in computing. Keywords: rexus, [agentic ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/agentic-ai.md), [generative ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generative-ai.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [anthropic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthropic.md) ### Perplexity AI, Complex Search Queries - **Episode:** [1796: Zeds](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-04 - **Time:** 2:45:23–2:49:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1796-zeds/chapter/perplexity-ai-complex-search-queries.md The evolution of search engines is discussed, comparing modern AI tools like Perplexity to the original vision for Google. While early search was intended to answer complex questions, it devolved into simple keyword matching. AI systems are now returning to the "Ask Jeeves" model of natural language queries, though they struggle with real-time contemporary data. Keywords: [perplexity ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perplexity-ai.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [sergey brin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergey-brin.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md), [ask jeeves](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ask-jeeves.md) ### Kimi AI, Chinese Large Language Models - **Episode:** [1787: O.G. Daffy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1787-o-g-daffy.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-03 - **Time:** 37:36–41:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1787-o-g-daffy/chapter/kimi-ai-chinese-large-language-models.md Kimi, a Chinese AI product, is identified as a trending tool among tech enthusiasts due to its unique corpus and knowledge base. Users report that the service is slow, does not work via VPN, and prompts for Chinese language settings immediately upon access. The current proliferation of diverse AI models is compared to the search engine wars of the 1990s before Google's eventual consolidation of the market. Keywords: kimi, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [vpn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vpn.md), [ai models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-models.md), search engine wars ### Silicon Valley Lobbying, TikTok Search Dominance and Market Competition - **Episode:** [1731: Cyber Timebombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-19 - **Time:** 47:11–50:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs/chapter/silicon-valley-lobbying-tiktok-search-dominance-and-market-competition.md US tech giants and mainstream media corporations are accused of lobbying against TikTok to protect their own market shares in search and advertising. Data suggests that TikTok has begun to overtake Google as a primary search tool for younger users looking for products and local services. The platform's success is seen as a modern evolution of the QVC home shopping model, which US tech companies failed to modernize effectively. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [qvc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qvc.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [lobbying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobbying.md) ### Job Seekers, Software Engineering and Gaucho Woodworking - **Episode:** [1715: Scruples](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-24 - **Time:** 3:07:36–3:10:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1715-scruples/chapter/job-seekers-software-engineering-and-gaucho-woodworking.md A plea for help from a laid-off software engineer in San Diego named Matt is read; he is seeking referrals or hiring managers after eight months of searching. Other donors, including Gaucho Woodworking in Redondo Beach, are thanked. The hosts provide "Jobs Karma" for all producers currently seeking employment. Keywords: [san diego](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-diego.md), [software engineering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/software-engineering.md), [gaucho woodworking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaucho-woodworking.md), [job search](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/job-search.md), cissp, [referrals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/referrals.md) ### OpenAI Search Engine, Google AltaVista Comparison - **Episode:** [1659: ungreen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-12 - **Time:** 2:25:26–2:29:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen/chapter/openai-search-engine-google-altavista-comparison.md OpenAI is set to announce an AI-powered search engine to compete directly with Google. The move is compared to the historical downfall of AltaVista, with suggestions that Google's current focus on its competitors may lead it to "hit the rock" and lose its market dominance. Keywords: [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [altavista](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/altavista.md), [sundar pichai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sundar-pichai.md) ### Perplexity AI, Quantum Computing Hype - **Episode:** [1659: ungreen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-12 - **Time:** 2:29:12–2:31:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1659-ungreen/chapter/perplexity-ai-quantum-computing-hype.md Perplexity AI is discussed as a functional alternative to traditional search engines, providing sourced answers to user queries. The conversation also touches on the hype surrounding quantum computing in Silicon Valley and its potential role in future search technology. Keywords: [perplexity ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perplexity-ai.md), [quantum computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/quantum-computing.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [large language models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/large-language-models.md), [willow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/willow.md) ### Bingit.io Search, Climate Change Archive - **Episode:** [1657: Trash Can Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-05 - **Time:** 48:04–50:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1657-trash-can-man/chapter/bingit-io-search-climate-change-archive.md The bingit.io search tool has been upgraded to allow reverse chronological sorting of the entire No Agenda show archive. This tool enables producers to track nearly 17 years of discussions regarding global warming and climate change, dating back to the show's earliest episodes. Keywords: [bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [podcast archive](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-archive.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md) ### Perplexity AI and the Fallacy of Search Intelligence - **Episode:** [1641: Lock the Clock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1641-lock-the-clock.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-10 - **Time:** 1:43:43–1:46:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1641-lock-the-clock/chapter/perplexity-ai-and-the-fallacy-of-search-intelligence.md The rise of Perplexity AI is discussed as a new competitor in the search engine market, alongside Google's Gemini and Microsoft's Copilot. The hosts argue that calling these tools "artificial intelligence" is a fallacy, as they are merely large language models predicting the next word in a sequence. Apple is noted for its cautious approach, avoiding the integration of potentially "retarded" AI into Siri. Keywords: [perplexity ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perplexity-ai.md), [google gemini](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-gemini.md), [microsoft copilot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-copilot.md), [large language models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/large-language-models.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md) ### Audio Search Technology, Bingit.io Transcripts - **Episode:** [1581: Quippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-13 - **Time:** 47:18–50:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy/chapter/audio-search-technology-bingit-io-transcripts.md The hosts discuss the advancement of audio searchability through tools like Bingit.io, which allows users to search transcripts of podcast episodes. They contrast this with the NGO's claim that discovering audio content is a "challenge." The conversation touches on the history of RSS and how it survived Google's attempt to kill the technology by shuttering Google Reader. Keywords: [bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [transcripts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transcripts.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md), [google reader](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-reader.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md) ### No Agenda Search, Bingit.io and Digital Archiving - **Episode:** [1564: Zombie Town](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-15 - **Time:** 1:52:11–1:57:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1564-zombie-town/chapter/no-agenda-search-bingit-io-and-digital-archiving.md Adam Curry praises the new "Bingit.io" search engine created by Sir Deanonymous, which allows users to search the entire No Agenda archive for specific clips and transcripts. They discuss the importance of decentralized archiving after losing early show data to Google-owned services. The tool is recommended for students and researchers looking for obscure historical references. Keywords: [bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), sir deanonymous, [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [archives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/archives.md) ### Value for Value, Search Engine Development, Treasure - **Episode:** [1561: Star Butler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1561-star-butler.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-04 - **Time:** 1:55:13–1:58:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1561-star-butler/chapter/value-for-value-search-engine-development-treasure.md The "Value for Value" funding model is explained as the essential mechanism for maintaining the show's independence from corporate influence. Updates are provided on the development of a new AI-powered search engine for show transcripts and artwork, intended to replace or augment "bingit.io." Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [bingit.io](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bingit-io.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### Google Code Red, ChatGPT Search Threat - **Episode:** [1515: Scop Christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-02 - **Time:** 1:03:53–1:07:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas/chapter/google-code-red-chatgpt-search-threat.md Google CEO Sundar Pichai reportedly issued a "Code Red" in response to the perceived threat posed by OpenAI's ChatGPT. The hosts compare search results between Google and ChatGPT, noting that the AI provides concise, conversational answers that bypass the ad-heavy interface of traditional search engines. Keywords: [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [sundar pichai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sundar-pichai.md), [chatgpt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatgpt.md), [openai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/openai.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md) ### Neeva Search Engine Shutdown and Generative AI Costs - **Episode:** [1558: Mediatized](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1558-mediatized.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-25 - **Time:** 20:58–22:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1558-mediatized/chapter/neeva-search-engine-shutdown-and-generative-ai-costs.md The ad-free, subscription-based search engine Neeva is shutting down its consumer search business. The failure is attributed to the high computational costs of competing with generative AI search models and the difficulty of maintaining a paid model against free, AI-integrated competitors. Keywords: [neeva](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/neeva.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [generative ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generative-ai.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md), [subscription model](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subscription-model.md) ### Birthday Donations and TikTok Search Trends - **Episode:** [1544: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-06 - **Time:** 1:49:13–1:55:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers/chapter/birthday-donations-and-tiktok-search-trends.md A series of $71 donations are read in honor of a host's 71st birthday. One donor, a marketing professional, confirms that TikTok is rapidly replacing Google as the primary search engine for users under 25. This observation is backed by internal research from Google Italy, suggesting a massive shift in how the next generation discovers information online. Keywords: [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [search engine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engine.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md), google italy, [vocal fry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vocal-fry.md) ### TikTok Search Trends, Linguistics and AI Training - **Episode:** [1529: Google Barf](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1529-google-barf.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-13 - **Time:** 1:00:39–1:02:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1529-google-barf/chapter/tiktok-search-trends-linguistics-and-ai-training.md Research indicates that one in two young people now use TikTok as their primary search engine instead of Google. In the field of linguistics, the "poverty of the stimulus" concept suggests humans learn language with far less data than AI models like ChatGPT. Experts argue that until AI can acquire language from incomplete datasets like children do, it will lack true human-like understanding. Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [search engines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/search-engines.md), [linguistics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linguistics.md), poverty of the stimulus, [chatgpt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatgpt.md) ### TikTok vs Google Search Dominance - **Episode:** [1528: HABIDAT](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1528-habidat.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-09 - **Time:** 1:48:06–1:50:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1528-habidat/chapter/tiktok-vs-google-search-dominance.md Internal research from Google indicates that nearly 50% of users aged 18 to 24 now use TikTok or Instagram for information discovery instead of Google Search. This shift explains the legislative pressure to de-platform TikTok in the United States as a means of protecting domestic tech monopolies. 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