# Slack on The No Agenda Show Slack comes up in 19 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2014 to June 2024. - **Chapters:** 19 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** September 2014 – June 2024 - **Related topics:** [Microsoft Teams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-teams.md), [Millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [Work-life Balance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/work-life-balance.md), [Zoom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoom.md), [Algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [Amazon S3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-s3.md), [Anti-work](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-work.md), [Antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [Associated Press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md) ## Chapters 1–19 of 19 ### EU Antitrust Microsoft, Teams Bundling Investigation - **Episode:** [1673: Mummy and the Dummy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-30 - **Time:** 2:50:37–2:53:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy/chapter/eu-antitrust-microsoft-teams-bundling-investigation.md The European Commission is targeting Microsoft with antitrust charges for illegally bundling Microsoft Teams with its Office software suite. Competitors like Slack and AlphaView initiated the complaints, leading to a potential fine of up to 10% of Microsoft's global revenue. Microsoft President Brad Smith stated the company is working to find solutions to address the EU's regulatory concerns. Keywords: [microsoft teams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-teams.md), [european commission](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-commission.md), [antitrust](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antitrust.md), [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [margrethe vestager](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/margrethe-vestager.md) ### AP Reporter Firing, Poland Missile Slack Leaks, and Yoshiro Mori Comments - **Episode:** [1506: Dr. Whoopi](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1506-dr-whoopi.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-26 - **Time:** 30:51–34:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1506-dr-whoopi/chapter/ap-reporter-firing-poland-missile-slack-leaks-and-yoshiro-mori-comments.md Leaked Slack messages from the Associated Press revealed the internal confusion surrounding a false report of Russian missiles hitting Poland. The reporter involved was fired after a "senior American intelligence official" source proved incorrect. In other international news, former Japanese Prime Minister Yoshiro Mori criticized President Zelenskyy, suggesting the Ukrainian leader shares blame for the ongoing conflict. Keywords: [associated press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associated-press.md), [poland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/poland.md), [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), yoshiro mori, [zelenskyy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zelenskyy.md) ### Cyber Pandemic Theories, Slack as Critical Infrastructure, and Russian Humor - **Episode:** [1436: Frog of War](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1436-frog-of-war.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-24 - **Time:** 1:35:36–1:38:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1436-frog-of-war/chapter/cyber-pandemic-theories-slack-as-critical-infrastructure-and-russian-humor.md The hosts discuss the potential for a "cyber pandemic" as part of a "Great Reset" strategy. They speculate that taking down Slack would be a more effective way to cripple the U.S. economy than attacking the power grid, noting recent outages at Cloudflare, Apple, and Gmail. This type of disruptive, non-lethal attack is characterized as being in line with a perceived Russian sense of humor regarding Western dependency on digital tools. Keywords: [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [cyber pandemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-pandemic.md), [great reset](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/great-reset.md), [cloudflare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cloudflare.md), [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md) ### Millennial Workforce, Anti-Work Sentiment, and Slack Culture - **Episode:** [1422: Honk Honk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1422-honk-honk.md) - **Published:** 2022-02-03 - **Time:** 2:31:53–2:36:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1422-honk-honk/chapter/millennial-workforce-anti-work-sentiment-and-slack-culture.md A detailed essay from a millennial producer, Sandra, describes the "perfect storm" of overwork caused by digital platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams. She explains how corporate "culture" channels for pets and wellness keep employees constantly tethered to their jobs. The segment concludes that the "anti-work" movement is a natural reaction to this systemic burnout and lack of boundaries. Keywords: [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [anti-work](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-work.md), [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [microsoft teams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-teams.md), [burnout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burnout.md), [work-life balance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/work-life-balance.md) ### Microsoft Teams Market Dominance Over Slack - **Episode:** [1270: Twindemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1270-twindemic.md) - **Published:** 2020-08-23 - **Time:** 42:02–43:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1270-twindemic/chapter/microsoft-teams-market-dominance-over-slack.md Microsoft is aggressively "flooding the zone" to gain market share for its Teams integration, offering deep discounts to corporations. While startups remain loyal to Slack, Microsoft's bundled approach is winning over larger enterprises. Zoom is viewed as a potentially weak long-term stock play. Keywords: [microsoft teams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-teams.md), [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [zoom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoom.md), [enterprise software](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/enterprise-software.md), [startups](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/startups.md) ### Remote Work Trends and Governor's Tracking Panel - **Episode:** [1228: Stunning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1228-stunning.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-29 - **Time:** 1:06:12–1:09:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1228-stunning/chapter/remote-work-trends-and-governor-s-tracking-panel.md The discussion shifts to the permanence of remote work and the success of platforms like Slack and Zoom. One host mentions a contact who is participating in a confidential governor-led panel focused on developing social distancing tracking technology, currently in the "ideation stage." Keywords: [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [zoom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zoom.md), cisco webex, [remote work](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/remote-work.md), [governors](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/governors.md), [contact tracing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/contact-tracing.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md) ### Technocratic Society and Health Tracking Apps - **Episode:** [1226: Bat's True!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1226-bat-s-true.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-22 - **Time:** 1:05:24–1:09:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1226-bat-s-true/chapter/technocratic-society-and-health-tracking-apps.md The shift toward remote work, telemedicine, and online education is seen as a permanent move toward a technocratic society. The hosts predict that health insurance apps will eventually use algorithms to track user movements and health status, similar to the color-coded tracking system used in China. A debate ensues over whether this level of surveillance will be fully implemented within the hosts' lifetimes. Keywords: [telemedicine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telemedicine.md), [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [cashless society](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cashless-society.md), [health insurance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/health-insurance.md), [algorithms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithms.md), [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), [tracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tracking.md) ### Three Mile Island Meetup, Austin Hipster Migration - **Episode:** [1221: Biden Reset](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1221-biden-reset.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-05 - **Time:** 2:03:08–2:12:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1221-biden-reset/chapter/three-mile-island-meetup-austin-hipster-migration.md Producers held a meetup near the Three Mile Island nuclear site, featuring a diverse group of attendees. Meanwhile, a producer from Fort Worth announced her departure from Austin, Texas, citing the city's transformation by "campers and hipsters." The segment also touched on the sociological impact of the workplace communication tool Slack, describing it as "pavlovian slave-oriented groupware." Keywords: [three mile island](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/three-mile-island.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [hipsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hipsters.md), [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [joe rogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-rogan.md) ### Slackification of the Workforce and Work-Life Balance - **Episode:** [1200: Hell Mouth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-20 - **Time:** 2:55:47–3:01:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth/chapter/slackification-of-the-workforce-and-work-life-balance.md The hosts critique the "Slackification" of the modern workplace, arguing that notification-based systems like Slack destroy work-life balance for millennials. They compare the constant connectivity to the "Crackberry" era and praise veterans who refuse to answer non-emergency work texts after hours. Keywords: [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [work-life balance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/work-life-balance.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md), [notifications](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/notifications.md), crackberry ### Sir Rudolph Vesely, Slackification and Millennial Stress - **Episode:** [1199: Slackified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-19 - **Time:** 1:23:31–1:25:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified/chapter/sir-rudolph-vesely-slackification-and-millennial-stress.md Sir Rudolph Vesely, the Knight of the Open Source, donates $350.33 and criticizes the modern work environment dominated by Slack and Microsoft Teams. He argues that these tools create constant stress for millennials by blurring the lines between work and personal time. Vesely encourages managers to allow employees to disconnect after hours. Keywords: rudolph vesely, [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [microsoft teams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft-teams.md), millennial stress, [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md) ### Disco for Slack, Kindergarten Rewards for Adults - **Episode:** [1199: Slackified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-19 - **Time:** 1:25:52–1:30:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified/chapter/disco-for-slack-kindergarten-rewards-for-adults.md A new Slack plugin called "Disco" is critiqued for bringing a "kindergarten" reward system into the professional workplace. The tool allows employees to give each other stars and emojis for completing tasks. The hosts argue this infantilizes the workforce and replaces meaningful one-on-one communication with superficial digital feedback. Keywords: disco for slack, [veronica belmont](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/veronica-belmont.md), [emojis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emojis.md), [workplace culture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/workplace-culture.md), [millennials](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennials.md) ### Workplace Tips, Cover Your Ass Bots and Slack Etiquette - **Episode:** [1199: Slackified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-19 - **Time:** 1:57:06–2:01:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1199-slackified/chapter/workplace-tips-cover-your-ass-bots-and-slack-etiquette.md The hosts offer advice for millennials dealing with toxic Slack environments, including the use of "response bots" to handle automated workplace communication. They reference the resignation of the Away Luggage CEO as an example of Slack-based workplace abuse. The segment emphasizes the need for "cover your ass" (CYA) strategies in digital offices. Keywords: workplace tips, [bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md), [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), away luggage, ceo resignation ### Away Luggage CEO Steph Corey, Slack Workplace Toxicity - **Episode:** [1198: Self Certified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1198-self-certified.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-15 - **Time:** 1:55:06–2:06:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1198-self-certified/chapter/away-luggage-ceo-steph-corey-slack-workplace-toxicity.md The Verge published an exposé on the luggage company "Away," leading to the resignation of CEO Steph Corey over allegations of a "toxic" workplace culture. The report detailed Corey's use of public Slack channels to berate employees, which the hosts argue is a result of a "text-based" culture lacking vocal context. They suggest that millennial employees are being "enslaved" by 24-hour digital communication and "cheap trinkets" like office dogs and free food. Keywords: steph corey, away luggage, [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [the verge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-verge.md), millennial workforce, toxic culture ### Digital Footprints, Workplace Discipline and Tough Love - **Episode:** [1198: Self Certified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1198-self-certified.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-15 - **Time:** 2:06:27–2:11:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1198-self-certified/chapter/digital-footprints-workplace-discipline-and-tough-love.md The hosts discuss the dangers of permanent digital footprints, citing the Strzok-Page texts and private Slack rooms as examples of technology "biting people in the ass." They argue that modern managers are unable to provide "tough love" or direct criticism due to HR concerns and "social justice warrior" employees. John Dvorak and Adam Curry share anecdotes from their past careers about enforcing office hours and criticizing poor writing without causing "crying" or lawsuits. Keywords: [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [whatsapp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whatsapp.md), digital footprint, hr issues, tough love, [workplace productivity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/workplace-productivity.md) ### Slack Outage, Google Home Failure, Hearing Aid Integration - **Episode:** [1046: Pot on Sale](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1046-pot-on-sale.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-02 - **Time:** 1:34:34–1:38:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1046-pot-on-sale/chapter/slack-outage-google-home-failure-hearing-aid-integration.md Widespread outages of Slack and Google Home services highlight the dangers of relying on cloud-connected "Internet of Things" devices. Users reported being unable to control lights or thermostats during the downtime. The host proposes a "genius idea" to integrate voice assistants directly into hearing aids, allowing for a seamless, albeit eccentric-looking, wearable technology experience. Keywords: [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [google home](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-home.md), [nest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nest.md), iot, [hearing aids](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hearing-aids.md), [wearable tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wearable-tech.md) ### Producer Credits, Pharmacological Corn and Karma - **Episode:** [930: Off Script](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/930-off-script.md) - **Published:** 2017-05-18 - **Time:** 1:26:28–1:31:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/930-off-script/chapter/producer-credits-pharmacological-corn-and-karma.md Donations from several producers are acknowledged, including BJ Slack and Ewan Robertson, who is knighted as Sir Ewan of the Ramen Noodles. A clip regarding "pharmacological corn" in Texas, allegedly grown with HIV proteins, is played at a listener's request. The segment includes various "karma" requests for weddings, moves, and job searches. Keywords: bj slack, ewan robertson, jason verner, pharmacological corn, hiv corn ### San Francisco Power Outage, Internet of Things and Electronic Locks - **Episode:** [923: Terror Put](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-23 - **Time:** 26:08–29:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/923-terror-put/chapter/san-francisco-power-outage-internet-of-things-and-electronic-locks.md A localized power outage in San Francisco's financial district caused issues for residents using "Internet of Things" technology. Dog walkers were unable to enter homes because electronic door codes failed during the blackout. The hosts discuss the dangers of over-reliance on cloud-based services like Slack and Amazon S3 for basic communication and security. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [power outage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/power-outage.md), [internet of things](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/internet-of-things.md), electronic doors, [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [amazon s3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon-s3.md) ### No Agenda Slack and IRC Context - **Episode:** [725: Cricket Flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-30 - **Time:** 2:30:24–2:32:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/no-agenda-slack-and-irc-context.md The show has launched a No Agenda Slack channel, which functions as a modern web-based front end for IRC-style communication. The platform allows for archived, searchable discussions and integration with various clients. The hosts discuss the importance of "context" in digital communication platforms. Keywords: [slack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slack.md), [irc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irc.md), xmpp, [chatroom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatroom.md), [context](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/context.md) ### Eyeface Disease, Transhumanism, Smartphone Addiction - **Episode:** [653: Evil Layer Cake](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/653-evil-layer-cake.md) - **Published:** 2014-09-19 - **Time:** 1:35:41–1:38:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/653-evil-layer-cake/chapter/eyeface-disease-transhumanism-smartphone-addiction.md A listener suggests the term "Eyeface" to describe the glazed, slack-jawed expression of people addicted to smartphones. 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