# Star Trek on The No Agenda Show

Star Trek comes up in 38 chapters across 36 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to December 2024.

- **Chapters:** 38
- **Episodes:** 36
- **Discussed:** January 2008 – December 2024
- **Related topics:** [George Takei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-takei.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [No Agenda Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [Paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), [Spokane Valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spokane-valley.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 38

### Stock Market Allegations, Star Trek Era Aspirations

- **Episode:** [1722: This Actually Happened!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-19
- **Time:** 2:27:26–2:28:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1722-this-actually-happened/chapter/stock-market-allegations-star-trek-era-aspirations.md

A caller expressed frustration over allegations that White House officials engaged in insider trading before the pandemic took over the economy. The discussion shifted to a broader critique of societal progress, with the caller questioning why humanity has not yet reached a "Star Trek" era of technological advancement. The segment touched on themes of national debt and the concentration of wealth among the elite.

Keywords: [stock market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stock-market.md), [insider trading](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insider-trading.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), societal progress, [debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md)

### Star Trek Episode 1701, Paramount Legal Risks

- **Episode:** [1701: DORK MAGA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1701-dork-maga.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-06
- **Time:** 2:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1701-dork-maga/chapter/star-trek-episode-1701-paramount-legal-risks.md

The program marks its 1701st episode, noting the numerical coincidence with the Starship Enterprise registration. Discussion covers the potential legal risks of using Star Trek imagery or logos due to Paramount's strict intellectual property enforcement. A live orchestra performance featuring theremin artist Katika Ileny is highlighted as the pinnacle of the episode's introduction.

Keywords: [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md), enterprise, [theremin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theremin.md), katika ileny, episode 1701

### Commodore Ceremony, Bosun Pipe Sound Effects

- **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-03
- **Time:** 3:22:43–3:26:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/commodore-ceremony-bosun-pipe-sound-effects.md

Adam Curry addresses a complaint from a listener on the Autobahn who was startled by loud whistle sound effects. In response, Curry uses a more melodic "Star Trek" bosun pipe to officially announce the massive list of new Commodores for Episode 1700. The hosts emphasize the importance of the ceremony for the show's "peerage" system.

Keywords: [commodore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commodore.md), bosun pipe, [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), [sound effects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sound-effects.md), [autobahn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autobahn.md)

### Thai Chili Freezer Tip, Show Sign-Off

- **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-03
- **Time:** 3:33:27–3:36:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/thai-chili-freezer-tip-show-sign-off.md

Adam Curry provides a "Foodie Tip" regarding Thai chilis, noting that their thin skins allow them to be stored in the freezer for years without losing quality. The hosts sign off by teasing Episode 1701, which will feature a Star Trek theme. They thank the producers for 1700 episodes of support.

Keywords: thai chilis, food tips, freezer storage, episode 1701, [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md)

### Episode 1680 Art Contest and AI Limitations

- **Episode:** [1681: Daddy Long Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-28
- **Time:** 1:27:41–1:33:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs/chapter/episode-1680-art-contest-and-ai-limitations.md

The hosts review the art submissions for episode 1680, "Seismic Sunday," ultimately selecting a piece by Matthew Dropko. The discussion touches on the difficulty AI has with rendering human hands, a challenge also shared by human artists. Other rejected submissions included a "creepy" laughing coconut and a Star Trek-themed piece referencing the episode "Patterns of Force."

Keywords: [matthew dropko](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matthew-dropko.md), [ai art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-art.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md)

### Show Artwork, Swedish Fish Controversy and Deep State 9

- **Episode:** [1589: Valudation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1589-valudation.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-10
- **Time:** 1:48:25–1:54:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1589-valudation/chapter/show-artwork-swedish-fish-controversy-and-deep-state-9.md

The hosts review the listener-submitted artwork for the episode, selecting a "Deep State 9" theme based on a Star Trek parody. They also address a lighthearted controversy regarding the host's dislike of Swedish Fish candy, which was the title of a previous episode. The segment credits various artists and producers for their creative contributions to the show's visual identity.

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### No Agenda Art, William Shatner Plexiglass Selfie

- **Episode:** [1553: Ample Bosom](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1553-ample-bosom.md)
- **Published:** 2023-05-07
- **Time:** 1:56:59–2:03:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1553-ample-bosom/chapter/no-agenda-art-william-shatner-plexiglass-selfie.md

The winning artwork for the episode, titled "Old Trout," is discussed, with the hosts initially suspecting it was AI-generated before being corrected by the artist. They also share an anecdote about a listener's disappointing experience at a Star Trek convention, where a $120 "selfie" with William Shatner involved a clear plexiglass divider between the actor and the fan.

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### Texas Hailstorm, Star Trek Fan Feedback

- **Episode:** [1534: The Chit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-02
- **Time:** 2:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit/chapter/texas-hailstorm-star-trek-fan-feedback.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the session by addressing listener corrections regarding Star Trek, Star Wars, and the film Total Recall. Curry describes a severe microburst hailstorm in Fredericksburg, Texas, that produced quarter-sized hail and woke his household at 5:00 AM. The dog's unusual reaction to the storm and the potential for vehicle damage from Texas hail are noted.

Keywords: [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [fredericksburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fredericksburg.md), [hailstorm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hailstorm.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), total recall, fan feedback

### Troll Room, No Agenda Social, Episode 1390 Art

- **Episode:** [1391: Clown World](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1391-clown-world.md)
- **Published:** 2021-10-17
- **Time:** 1:16:17–1:18:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1391-clown-world/chapter/troll-room-no-agenda-social-episode-1390-art.md

The hosts discuss the live "Troll Room" community and the No Agenda Social Mastodon server. They review the artwork for Episode 1390, which parodied Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin rocket using a modified Star Trek "Boldly Go" logo, leading to a discussion on fair use and Paramount's strict copyright enforcement.

Keywords: [troll room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troll-room.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [blue origin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blue-origin.md), [jeff bezos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-bezos.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md)

### J.J. Abrams Star Trek, Podcasting 2.0 Apps

- **Episode:** [1391: Clown World](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1391-clown-world.md)
- **Published:** 2021-10-17
- **Time:** 1:18:31–1:22:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1391-clown-world/chapter/j-j-abrams-star-trek-podcasting-2-0-apps.md

A critique of J.J. Abrams's impact on the Star Trek franchise precedes a discussion on the benefits of Podcasting 2.0 compatible apps. The hosts encourage listeners to switch to new platforms that support features like transcripts, chapter art, and location tags to avoid the limitations of the Apple Podcasts app.

Keywords: j.j. abrams, [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [apple podcasts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-podcasts.md), [art generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-generator.md)

### Star Trek Era Debt, Space Exploration Frustration

- **Episode:** [1268: Quarantine Bonking](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1268-quarantine-bonking.md)
- **Published:** 2020-08-13
- **Time:** 2:05:22–2:07:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1268-quarantine-bonking/chapter/star-trek-era-debt-space-exploration-frustration.md

A C-SPAN caller rants about the lack of technological progress, questioning why society has not reached a "Star Trek era" despite being on Earth for "50 million years." The hosts discuss the stagnation of space exploration since the moon landings.

Keywords: [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), [star wars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-wars.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [space station](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/space-station.md), [debt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/debt.md)

### Amazon Affiliate Cuts and Star Trek Picard Criticism

- **Episode:** [1234: COVID KowTow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-16
- **Time:** 3:20:43–3:30:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1234-covid-kowtow/chapter/amazon-affiliate-cuts-and-star-trek-picard-criticism.md

Amazon announced it is lowering affiliate payouts to as low as 1%, a move seen as a betrayal of the content creators who helped build the platform. Separately, the series finale of Star Trek: Picard was criticized for naming a Federation flagship after the Chinese explorer Zheng He, which some viewers interpreted as a sign of Chinese financial influence over Paramount.

Keywords: [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [affiliate marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/affiliate-marketing.md), star trek picard, [china](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/china.md), zheng he, [paramount](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paramount.md)

### Bernie Sanders, Joe Biden, and Ferengi Comparisons

- **Episode:** [1192: Balderdash!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1192-balderdash.md)
- **Published:** 2019-11-24
- **Time:** 2:12:30–2:15:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1192-balderdash/chapter/bernie-sanders-joe-biden-and-ferengi-comparisons.md

The hosts engage in lighthearted speculation about the physical appearance of presidential candidates, suggesting Bernie Sanders may have used Botox to smooth his forehead. They also compare Joe Biden's head shape to a Ferengi character from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, specifically Quark. The discussion touches on how cosmetic procedures like Botox can supposedly inhibit the ability to feel or express genuine emotions.

Keywords: [bernie sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernie-sanders.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [botox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/botox.md), ferengi, [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), deep space nine, [facial expressions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/facial-expressions.md)

### Sanctuary Districts and the USA Freedom Act

- **Episode:** [1174: Soros Jugend](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend.md)
- **Published:** 2019-09-22
- **Time:** 2:39:43–2:45:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/sanctuary-districts-and-the-usa-freedom-act.md

The hosts play a clip from "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" depicting 21st-century "sanctuary districts" for the homeless, drawing parallels to modern urban crises. In news, the Trump administration sues Edward Snowden over his memoir "Permanent Record." Meanwhile, the DNI supports the reauthorization of the USA Freedom Act, which the hosts argue preserves invasive surveillance authorities under the guise of "freedom."

Keywords: [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), sanctuary districts, [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md), [usa freedom act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usa-freedom-act.md), [fisa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fisa.md)

### Pete Buttigieg, Trump Energy Theory

- **Episode:** [1160: VAT Camel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1160-vat-camel.md)
- **Published:** 2019-08-04
- **Time:** 2:45:06–2:47:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1160-vat-camel/chapter/pete-buttigieg-trump-energy-theory.md

Pete Buttigieg proposed a theory that Donald Trump's "gift" is the ability to consume negative energy and criticism to grow larger. The hosts compare this concept to classic science fiction tropes, specifically citing similar storylines from the original Star Trek series.

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### Associate Executive Producers, Global Cooling Theory

- **Episode:** [1115: Truancy Crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes.md)
- **Published:** 2019-02-25
- **Time:** 1:58:42–2:02:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1115-truancy-crimes/chapter/associate-executive-producers-global-cooling-theory.md

The hosts thank associate executive producers for their financial support, including Sir Donald Borosky, who uses Star Trek-themed stationery. Borosky posits a theory that the Earth is in a cycle of global cooling with occasional hot outbreaks, rather than global warming, a sentiment echoed by the hosts.

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### Simulation Theory, Elon Musk and Star Trek

- **Episode:** [1090: Truth Tell](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1090-truth-tell.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-30
- **Time:** 1:08:38–1:10:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1090-truth-tell/chapter/simulation-theory-elon-musk-and-star-trek.md

A discussion on simulation theory explores the idea that individuals may be living in personalized simulations where others are non-player characters (NPCs). The hosts reference Elon Musk's support for the hypothesis and a Star Trek: The Next Generation episode involving a holodeck character realizing they are in a simulation.

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### Federation of Planets Letterhead and Ham Radio Codes

- **Episode:** [1045: Pseudo-Addiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-28
- **Time:** 1:30:06–1:34:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1045-pseudo-addiction/chapter/federation-of-planets-letterhead-and-ham-radio-codes.md

The mystery of the "Federation of Planets" letterhead used by a regular donor is discussed, confirming it uses Star Trek iconography. Additionally, the meaning of ham radio codes "73" (greetings) and "88" (hugs and kisses) is explained for the audience.

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### No Agenda Episode 1010 Executive Producers and Artwork

- **Episode:** [1010: Spin the Bottle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1010-spin-the-bottle.md)
- **Published:** 2018-02-22
- **Time:** 1:07:26–1:12:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1010-spin-the-bottle/chapter/no-agenda-episode-1010-executive-producers-and-artwork.md

Episode 1010 of the No Agenda show features artwork by CZ137 titled "Best Cod Piece," depicting the "Tree of Media" with roots in the NSA and CIA. Baron Don Borowski of Spokane Valley contributed $333.33, requesting the "Crackpot and Buzzkill" song. Borowski's donation arrived on Starfleet Command letterhead with a Star Trek postage stamp, marking his first full producership.

Keywords: cz137, don borowski, [spokane valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spokane-valley.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md)

### George Takei Sexual Assault Allegations and Howard Stern Clips

- **Episode:** [981: Talking Tubes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/981-talking-tubes.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-13
- **Time:** 21:20–25:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/981-talking-tubes/chapter/george-takei-sexual-assault-allegations-and-howard-stern-clips.md

Actor George Takei denied allegations from former model Scott Brunton regarding a 1981 sexual assault incident. Resurfaced clips from The Howard Stern Show feature Takei jokingly discussing touching men without consent at his home. Critics point to these recordings as evidence of a double standard in how different public figures are treated during the Me Too movement.

Keywords: [george takei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-takei.md), scott brunton, [howard stern](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/howard-stern.md), [sexual assault](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-assault.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md)

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