# Set Design on The No Agenda Show Set Design comes up in 6 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2008 to June 2026. - **Chapters:** 6 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** October 2008 – June 2026 - **Related topics:** [Animated No Agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animated-no-agenda.md), [Charlie Rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [Chroma Key](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chroma-key.md), [Cnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnbc.md), [James Foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-foley.md), [Jennifer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jennifer.md), [Katie Couric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-couric.md), [Mahjong](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mahjong.md), [Media Production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-production.md), [Microphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microphone.md) ## Chapters 1–6 of 6 ### Mahjong Mania, Suburban Women and Designer Tiles - **Episode:** [1881: Cow Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-28 - **Time:** 6:51–9:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel/chapter/mahjong-mania-suburban-women-and-designer-tiles.md A listener from Brentwood, Tennessee, reports on the massive resurgence of Mahjong among suburban women in the 40-plus demographic. The report details a booming industry where designer tile sets sell for $500, including specialized themes like Taylor Swift "Swifty" tiles and patriotic versions. The hosts consider the potential for a No Agenda-themed Mahjong set as an exit strategy for the show's merchandise. Keywords: [mahjong](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mahjong.md), brentwood tennessee, swifty, designer tiles, [taylor swift](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taylor-swift.md), nativity set ### Animated No Agenda Videos and Oscar Set Design - **Episode:** [1216: Rando](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1216-rando.md) - **Published:** 2020-02-16 - **Time:** 9:37–12:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1216-rando/chapter/animated-no-agenda-videos-and-oscar-set-design.md A series of "Animated No Agenda" videos produced by Jennifer are praised for their quality, with a call for listeners to tweet them at the President to gain visibility. The discussion shifts back to the Oscars, criticizing the stage design as looking like a "black hole" and noting a general lack of interest in the ceremony even among film enthusiasts. Keywords: [jennifer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jennifer.md), [animated no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/animated-no-agenda.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [oscars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oscars.md), [set design](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/set-design.md) ### Skype User Interface, Silicon Valley Design Philosophy - **Episode:** [1114: Fudged](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-21 - **Time:** 10:39–16:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged/chapter/skype-user-interface-silicon-valley-design-philosophy.md The hidden user interface elements in modern Skype versions cause frustration, as menus and settings only appear when the mouse pointer is moved over specific areas. This design choice reflects a Silicon Valley philosophy where the UI is intended to "get out of the way" of the user. The lack of persistent visual indicators for audio settings and jitter metrics is criticized as an aesthetic choice that hinders functional use. Keywords: [skype](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/skype.md), [user interface](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/user-interface.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), audio settings, [software design](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/software-design.md) ### Television Set Design, The Abyss and Orange Backgrounds - **Episode:** [799: War on Serif](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/799-war-on-serif.md) - **Published:** 2016-02-14 - **Time:** 1:12:47–1:15:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/799-war-on-serif/chapter/television-set-design-the-abyss-and-orange-backgrounds.md John Dvorak recounts his experiences with television set design at TechTV, specifically a conflict over an orange set that clashed with guests' hair and skin tones. He contrasts this with "The Abyss," a black neutral felt background used by Charlie Rose to create an infinite space. The hosts critique the orange-heavy set design used in the recent CBS debate. Keywords: [set design](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/set-design.md), [chroma key](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chroma-key.md), [tech tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-tv.md), [charlie rose](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-rose.md), [orange](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/orange.md) ### Katie Couric, Foley Family Interview Set Analysis - **Episode:** [646: Boundless Barbarity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/646-boundless-barbarity.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-30 - **Time:** 2:31:10–2:36:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/646-boundless-barbarity/chapter/katie-couric-foley-family-interview-set-analysis.md An interview conducted by Katie Couric for Yahoo News with James Foley's siblings, Michael and Kate, is analyzed for potential staging. During the broadcast, a picture frame fell off the wall in what was presented as the family home, yet the subjects showed no reaction, suggesting a studio set. Additionally, the presence of a Starbucks cup and the use of IFB earpieces by the interviewees raised questions about the authenticity of the "home" environment. Keywords: [katie couric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/katie-couric.md), [yahoo news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yahoo-news.md), [james foley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-foley.md), [set design](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/set-design.md), [media production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-production.md) ### Debate Set Design and Audio Technicalities - **Episode:** [50: The Sarah Palin Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/50-the-sarah-palin-show.md) - **Published:** 2008-10-03 - **Time:** 9:44–11:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/50-the-sarah-palin-show/chapter/debate-set-design-and-audio-technicalities.md The debate set is described as having a "very red" aesthetic, with Palin's wardrobe choices noted for their visual impact. 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