# South Austin on The No Agenda Show South Austin comes up in 42 chapters across 39 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2008 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 42 - **Episodes:** 39 - **Discussed:** March 2008 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [South By Southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Sxsw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sxsw.md), [Greg Abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [Lloyd Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-austin.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Baron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baron.md), [Fema Region 6](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-region-6.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 42 ### Sir Xenonymous and the Final South Austin Peerage - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 3:44:00–3:45:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sir-xenonymous-and-the-final-south-austin-peerage.md The final segment features donations from Stuart Fawcett in Liverpool and Jay Codicini, Baron of South Austin. Sir Raptor is elevated to Viscount of the Sun Sphere. The producers express their sadness at the show's conclusion while celebrating the incredible legacy left by the hosts over 19 years. Keywords: stuart fawcett, [liverpool](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liverpool.md), column f, raptor, jay codicini, [south austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-austin.md) ### Sir C Sharp of Dot Net, South Austin Baronetcy - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 2:04:56–2:06:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/sir-c-sharp-of-dot-net-south-austin-baronetcy.md Sir C Sharp of Dot Net contributed $1,052.62, bringing his total lifetime contribution to over $3,200 and qualifying him for a Baronetcy. He requested the territory of South Austin and admitted he initially hoped the news of John C. Dvorak's death was a elaborate "donation scheme." The donor has been a listener for 14 years, following Dvorak across multiple podcasting platforms. Keywords: sir c sharp, [south austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-austin.md), [baron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baron.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [newsletter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletter.md) ### Title Changes, Survivor of Aneurysm - **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-26 - **Time:** 2:29:05–2:32:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/title-changes-survivor-of-aneurysm.md Several producers received official title changes, including "Survivor of Aneurysm" for a producer who recently overcame a life-altering medical event. Another producer was dubbed "Baron of South Austin" after reaching a significant donation threshold. The hosts also discussed the process for replacing lost "Knight rings" through the show's staff. Keywords: [title changes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-changes.md), [aneurysm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aneurysm.md), [south austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-austin.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [baron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baron.md) ### BRICS Summit, North Korean Troops in Russia - **Episode:** [1706: Nerd & Knucklehead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1706-nerd-knucklehead.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-24 - **Time:** 2:32:48–2:37:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1706-nerd-knucklehead/chapter/brics-summit-north-korean-troops-in-russia.md The BRICS summit in Russia leads to the coining of the term "The Krinks" to describe the alliance between Russia, Iran, and North Korea. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirms that North Korean troops are training in Russia, with reports suggesting up to 10,000 soldiers may be deployed to Ukraine. The hosts remain skeptical, characterizing the reports as military-industrial complex propaganda. Keywords: [brics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brics.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), [north korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/north-korea.md), [lloyd austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-austin.md), [south korea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-korea.md), [drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drones.md) ### South by Southwest Boycott, US Military Sponsorship - **Episode:** [1642: Million Morons](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1642-million-morons.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-17 - **Time:** 2:30:11–2:32:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1642-million-morons/chapter/south-by-southwest-boycott-us-military-sponsorship.md Over 60 bands boycotted the South by Southwest festival in Austin due to its sponsorship by the U.S. military and defense contractors. Governor Greg Abbott told the boycotting artists not to return to Texas, while the festival organizers defended their commitment to human rights. The hosts recall the festival's role in the 2020 COVID-19 lockdowns. Keywords: [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), military sponsorship ### Jamaica Vacation, TSA Studio Bag Inspection - **Episode:** [1539: Putinoids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-19 - **Time:** 2:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids/chapter/jamaica-vacation-tsa-studio-bag-inspection.md Adam Curry reports from Montego Bay, Jamaica, after taking a direct flight from Austin to avoid further vacation cancellations. He describes a lengthy TSA inspection at the airport where security agents spent fifteen minutes scrutinizing his studio equipment and microphones. The delay occurred during the final weekend of the South by Southwest festival. Keywords: [jamaica](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamaica.md), [montego bay](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/montego-bay.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [tsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tsa.md), studio bag, [aruba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aruba.md), [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md) ### South China Sea Laser Incident, Philippines Defense - **Episode:** [1532: Bay Gin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1532-bay-gin.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-23 - **Time:** 1:00:29–1:02:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1532-bay-gin/chapter/south-china-sea-laser-incident-philippines-defense.md The U.S. reaffirms its defense commitment to the Philippines after a Chinese ship allegedly directed a military-grade laser at a Philippine vessel. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin discussed joint patrols to ensure a "free and open Indo-Pacific." Keywords: [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md), [lloyd austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-austin.md), [south china sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-china-sea.md), [laser](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laser.md), military grade ### US Military Expansion, Philippines Base Access and Indo-Pacific Strategy - **Episode:** [1527: Grip & Grin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1527-grip-grin.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-05 - **Time:** 17:53–22:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1527-grip-grin/chapter/us-military-expansion-philippines-base-access-and-indo-pacific-strategy.md The United States and the Philippines announced an agreement granting the US military access to four additional military sites, bringing the total to nine. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin finalized the deal to counter Chinese aggression in the South China Sea and the Taiwan Strait. Strategic locations in northern Luzon place US assets within range of shore-based missiles near Taiwan. Keywords: [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md), [lloyd austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lloyd-austin.md), luzon, [south china sea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-china-sea.md), [csis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/csis.md), [military bases](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-bases.md) ### Kristi Noem, Austin Restaurant Reservations - **Episode:** [1353: Lousy Hummus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1353-lousy-hummus.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-06 - **Time:** 2:48:14–2:51:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1353-lousy-hummus/chapter/kristi-noem-austin-restaurant-reservations.md South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem touted her state's 9.9% GDP growth and lack of corporate or personal income taxes at a recent convention. In contrast, the hosts discuss the logistical challenges in Austin, Texas, where newcomers are reportedly "gaming" restaurant reservation systems. They suggest that restaurants should implement credit card deposits to prevent mass cancellations. Keywords: [kristi noem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kristi-noem.md), [south dakota](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-dakota.md), [gdp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gdp.md), [taxes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taxes.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), reservations ### South by Southwest Cancellation, Austin Disaster Declaration - **Episode:** [1223: Ogamacare](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1223-ogamacare.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-12 - **Time:** 10:28–12:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1223-ogamacare/chapter/south-by-southwest-cancellation-austin-disaster-declaration.md Mayor Steve Adler cancels the 34th annual South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas, following a local disaster declaration. Despite previous statements from health officials that canceling the event would not stop the spread of COVID-19, the city reversed its position to mitigate the risk of person-to-person transmission. The decision comes as numerous high-profile tech companies and performers had already withdrawn from the festival. Keywords: [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [sxsw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sxsw.md), [mayor adler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mayor-adler.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [covid-19](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-19.md) ### Economic Impact and Major Event Cancellations - **Episode:** [1222: Booby-Trap](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1222-booby-trap.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-08 - **Time:** 22:52–25:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1222-booby-trap/chapter/economic-impact-and-major-event-cancellations.md The coronavirus outbreak has led to the cancellation of major tech and entertainment events, including Google I/O and various conferences in San Francisco. While Austin Mayor Steve Adler initially resisted canceling South by Southwest, major participants like Netflix began withdrawing from the festival. The Federal Reserve responded to market volatility with an emergency interest rate cut as global travel and hospitality sectors faced mounting losses. Keywords: [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [google i/o](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-i-o.md), [federal reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-reserve.md), [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md) ### Austin Stabbing, Homelessness Policy Dispute - **Episode:** [1205: Death Bus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1205-death-bus.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-09 - **Time:** 1:59:55–2:05:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1205-death-bus/chapter/austin-stabbing-homelessness-policy-dispute.md A fatal stabbing at a Freebirds burrito joint on South Congress in Austin sparked a feud between Governor Greg Abbott and Mayor Steve Adler. While the Mayor initially criticized the assumption that the suspect was homeless, police later confirmed the individual was indeed part of the transient population, fueling a debate over the city's public safety and camping policies. Keywords: [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [steve adler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-adler.md), [greg abbott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greg-abbott.md), [homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md), south congress ### South Austin Homeless Shelters, Affordable Housing Initiatives - **Episode:** [1169: Hockeystick Hoax](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1169-hockeystick-hoax.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-05 - **Time:** 29:01–30:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1169-hockeystick-hoax/chapter/south-austin-homeless-shelters-affordable-housing-initiatives.md Austin city leaders approved an $8.5 million purchase of an office building on Ben White Boulevard to convert into a homeless shelter, sparking a petition with over 5,700 signatures from local residents. Additionally, a Salvation Army facility on Tannehill Lane remains unoccupied due to funding and certification delays. The city also announced plans to purchase 300 affordable homes, with a portion reserved for individuals with disabilities or critical needs. Keywords: [south austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-austin.md), [homeless shelters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeless-shelters.md), salvation army, [affordable housing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affordable-housing.md), ben white boulevard ### South by Southwest 2020 Political Presence and Tech Trends - **Episode:** [1119: HyperTrending](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1119-hypertrending.md) - **Published:** 2019-03-10 - **Time:** 49:56–57:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1119-hypertrending/chapter/south-by-southwest-2020-political-presence-and-tech-trends.md The South by Southwest festival in Austin has become a major stop for 2020 political candidates, including Bernie Sanders and Kamala Harris. Foursquare launched a new "Hyper-trending" feature at the event, raising concerns about real-time surveillance and data privacy. Keywords: [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [foursquare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foursquare.md), hyper-trending, tim apple ### Dame Pill Pusher, Austin Meetup Final Credits - **Episode:** [1117: Composting People](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1117-composting-people.md) - **Published:** 2019-03-03 - **Time:** 1:26:18–1:31:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1117-composting-people/chapter/dame-pill-pusher-austin-meetup-final-credits.md A donor is damed as "Dame Pill Pusher of South Texas." Another donor from Pflugerville discusses the "smoke and mirrors" of Agile methodology in his new job. The segment concludes with thanks to Austin Beerworks and the various volunteers who organized the local event. 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The hosts encourage listeners from surrounding states to attend the gathering, which takes place just before the South by Southwest festival. Keywords: [austin beer works](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin-beer-works.md), texas meetup, ross reynolds, [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md) ### Beto O'Rourke, Comparison to Barack Obama - **Episode:** [1099: Wobama](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama.md) - **Published:** 2018-12-31 - **Time:** 27:09–31:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1099-wobama/chapter/beto-o-rourke-comparison-to-barack-obama.md Beto O'Rourke's political style is compared to that of Barack Obama, with some observers labeling him a "white Obama" or "Wobama." Despite losing his Senate race, O'Rourke maintains high visibility with yard signs remaining common in areas like South Austin. The discussion briefly tangents into the career of Pia Zadora and the influence of wealthy spouses in political and entertainment promotion. Keywords: [beto o'rourke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/beto-o-rourke.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [south austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-austin.md), pia zadora, campaign style ### Austin Serial Bombings, South by Southwest Security - **Episode:** [1016: Bong Rip](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1016-bong-rip.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-15 - **Time:** 7:32–12:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1016-bong-rip/chapter/austin-serial-bombings-south-by-southwest-security.md A series of package bombs in Austin, Texas, has resulted in two deaths, including 17-year-old Draylon Mason. Investigators are searching for a suspected serial bomber as anxiety increases during the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival. Police are investigating potential hate crime motives as several victims were African American, while the hosts criticize media coverage for not linking the events more directly to the festival's timing. Keywords: austin bombings, draylon mason, package bombs, [south by southwest](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-by-southwest.md), [sxsw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sxsw.md) ### South by Southwest Rain, Austin Sanctuary City Protests - **Episode:** [909: Virtue Signalling](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/909-virtue-signalling.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-05 - **Time:** 1:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/909-virtue-signalling/chapter/south-by-southwest-rain-austin-sanctuary-city-protests.md Austin, Texas experiences its annual rainfall coinciding with the South by Southwest festival. The city's status as a sanctuary city has sparked local protests and a standoff with the Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, who opposes the designation. 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