# Storytelling on The No Agenda Show Storytelling comes up in 19 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2012 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 19 - **Episodes:** 16 - **Discussed:** December 2012 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [Adam Schiff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-schiff.md), [Add](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/add.md), [Ai Podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-podcast.md), [Automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [Benito Mussolini](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benito-mussolini.md), [Body Language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-language.md), [Buzzfeed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/buzzfeed.md), [California](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [Celebrities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/celebrities.md), [Chris Hurst](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-hurst.md) ## Chapters 1–19 of 19 ### AI in Hollywood and the Future of Storytelling - **Episode:** [1903: Non-Practicing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-13 - **Time:** 1:31:48–1:36:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1903-non-practicing/chapter/ai-in-hollywood-and-the-future-of-storytelling.md Dana Brunetti advocates for the use of AI as a tool in filmmaking, comparing the current resistance to the early days of digital cameras. He shares how he uses AI to read scripts and generate character profiles, which helps him manage his ADD. Brunetti argues that the industry must adapt to AI or face obsolescence, similar to the music industry's evolution. Keywords: [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), digital film, [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md), [add](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/add.md), scripts ### Sir Knuckleberry, Christian Walker, and the QWERTY Keyboard Joke - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 4:09:04–4:11:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/sir-knuckleberry-christian-walker-and-the-qwerty-keyboard-joke.md Sir Knuckleberry and Christian Walker offer poetic tributes to Dvorak's legacy as a teacher and storyteller. Walker recalls the long-running joke about Dvorak using a QWERTY keyboard despite his tech expertise. The segment emphasizes carrying on the "torch" of the show. Keywords: sir knuckleberry, christian walker, qwerty keyboard, storyteller, [teacher](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teacher.md) ### Janae Ervin Haas, Baroness Amy, and Bonus Content Memories - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 4:43:55–4:46:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/janae-ervin-haas-baroness-amy-and-bonus-content-memories.md Janae Ervin Haas and Aaron Hagstrom offer prayers for the Dvorak family. Baroness Amy of FEMA Region 5 recalls how Dvorak's storytelling often turned the donation segment into "bonus content" when a producer's note triggered a memory. Keywords: janae ervin haas, baroness amy, [fema region 5](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fema-region-5.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md), [commute](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commute.md) ### Gavin Newsom "This Did Not Happen" Segment - **Episode:** [1868: Lubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio.md) - **Published:** 2026-05-14 - **Time:** 2:11:31–2:13:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1868-lubio/chapter/gavin-newsom-this-did-not-happen-segment.md Adam Curry introduces a new recurring segment titled "This Did Not Happen," specifically targeting anecdotes shared by Governor Gavin Newsom. He mocks a recent story where Newsom claimed an entire restaurant staff came out to hug him in tears. The hosts plan to use this segment to highlight what they perceive as blatant fabrications by political figures. Keywords: [gavin newsom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gavin-newsom.md), [california](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/california.md), [fabrication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fabrication.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md), [jingle](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jingle.md) ### Microsoft AI Podcasts, Content Consumption - **Episode:** [1706: Nerd & Knucklehead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1706-nerd-knucklehead.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-24 - **Time:** 1:37:31–1:39:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1706-nerd-knucklehead/chapter/microsoft-ai-podcasts-content-consumption.md Microsoft introduces a new AI-driven podcast feature designed to help busy professionals consume content more efficiently. The hosts play a sample of the automated podcast, criticizing the lack of natural flow and the "robotic" delivery of the AI voices. They argue that automated podcasts lack the human connection essential to the medium. Keywords: [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [ai podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-podcast.md), content consumption, [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), digital storytelling ### "Nat Pops" and News Production Strategies - **Episode:** [1610: p-doom](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1610-p-doom.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-23 - **Time:** 2:27:01–2:29:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1610-p-doom/chapter/nat-pops-and-news-production-strategies.md A photojournalist from Phoenix explains the industry term "Nat Pops," which refers to natural sounds like gunfire or explosions used to break up reporter narration in news packages. These sounds are a deliberate strategy to draw viewers into a story and are considered a mark of high-quality video editing. The hosts reflect on how these techniques are used in war reporting to create a more immersive experience. Keywords: nat pops, [news production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/news-production.md), [video editing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/video-editing.md), [photojournalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photojournalism.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md) ### Adam Schiff, Jake Tapper on Media Dramatization - **Episode:** [1458: Prime Time Purge](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1458-prime-time-purge.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-10 - **Time:** 18:34–22:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1458-prime-time-purge/chapter/adam-schiff-jake-tapper-on-media-dramatization.md Representative Adam Schiff defends the dramatization of the January 6th hearings, stating the story must be told in a "compelling way" to illustrate the danger to democracy. Meanwhile, CNN's Jake Tapper is heard on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert criticizing the lack of graphic imagery in news coverage of the Uvalde shooting. Tapper's comments are framed as a ghoulish desire for more sensationalist "props" like body bags and blood to drive public reaction. Keywords: [adam schiff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-schiff.md), [jake tapper](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jake-tapper.md), [uvalde](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uvalde.md), [media coverage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-coverage.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md) ### Steve Pieczenik Interview Overview and Format - **Episode:** [993: Let Them Speak #1](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/993-let-them-speak-1.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-09 - **Time:** 1:19–4:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/993-let-them-speak-1/chapter/steve-pieczenik-interview-overview-and-format.md Adam Curry introduces an unedited, two-hour interview with Dr. Steve Pieczenik, whom he describes as a master of psychological warfare. The conversation is presented without commercials or interruptions to allow Pieczenik to tell his stories in full. Curry notes that while some of the claims are difficult to believe, Pieczenik provides specific names and dates to support his narratives. Keywords: [steve pieczenik](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-pieczenik.md), [infowars](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infowars.md), [psychological warfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychological-warfare.md), interview format, [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md) ### Fiction Writing as a Tool for Intelligence - **Episode:** [993: Let Them Speak #1](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/993-let-them-speak-1.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-09 - **Time:** 1:17:41–1:20:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/993-let-them-speak-1/chapter/fiction-writing-as-a-tool-for-intelligence.md Pieczenik explains how he used fiction to explore "hidden stories" that he could not document in official reports. He claims to have written the only PhD thesis at MIT based on fiction, arguing that storytelling allows for a deeper analysis of terrorist dynamics. This passion led to his collaboration with Tom Clancy on the Op-Center franchise and other media projects. Keywords: [tom clancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-clancy.md), op-center, [fiction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fiction.md), [phd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phd.md), [mit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mit.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md) ### Dvorak Stories Special and Hustlers Movie Reference - **Episode:** [1200: Hell Mouth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-20 - **Time:** 2:22:37–2:25:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth/chapter/dvorak-stories-special-and-hustlers-movie-reference.md The hosts announce a special upcoming episode featuring "The Dvorak Stories." They also mention the Jennifer Lopez movie "Hustlers," noting a scene in a strip club that mirrors a long-running comedic bit from the podcast. Keywords: dvorak stories, [jennifer lopez](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jennifer-lopez.md), hustlers, [strip club](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strip-club.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md) ### Kamala Harris Storytelling and Progressive Rivalries - **Episode:** [1151: Brand Purpose](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-04 - **Time:** 28:07–31:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1151-brand-purpose/chapter/kamala-harris-storytelling-and-progressive-rivalries.md Kamala Harris is identified as a formidable progressive contender due to her forceful arguing style and storytelling ability. The hosts note that while candidates discussed economic struggles, most pivoted to climate change as their top priority by the end of the debate. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [pete buttigieg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-buttigieg.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md) ### The Zen TV Experiment and Alpha States - **Episode:** [1044: Free Scooter!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1044-free-scooter.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-24 - **Time:** 1:42:05–1:47:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1044-free-scooter/chapter/the-zen-tv-experiment-and-alpha-states.md The "Zen TV Experiment" from 1998 demonstrated how television viewers enter an "alpha state," a trance-like condition where the mind builds stories to bridge "technical events" like cuts and zooms. This state makes viewers highly susceptible to advertising and emotional manipulation. The experiment showed that when the entertainment stops, viewers become irrationally angry, highlighting the addictive nature of the medium. Keywords: [zen tv experiment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zen-tv-experiment.md), alpha state, technical events, media psychology, [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md) ### Storytelling in Sales and Nouveau Celebrities - **Episode:** [1044: Free Scooter!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1044-free-scooter.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-24 - **Time:** 1:50:43–1:54:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1044-free-scooter/chapter/storytelling-in-sales-and-nouveau-celebrities.md The power of storytelling is identified as the most effective tool in sales and modern media, with "nouveau celebrities" like yoga instructors on Instagram amassing millions of followers by exploiting this human trait. These influencers are often more effective than traditional Hollywood celebrities because they integrate their narratives directly into the user's social feed. The discussion emphasizes that humans are naturally "people of stories." Keywords: [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md), [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), [influencers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influencers.md), [celebrities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/celebrities.md), [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md) ### Trump's Mussolini-esque Posing and Storytelling - **Episode:** [1029: Batteries Not Included](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1029-batteries-not-included.md) - **Published:** 2018-04-29 - **Time:** 56:13–59:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1029-batteries-not-included/chapter/trump-s-mussolini-esque-posing-and-storytelling.md An observation is made regarding Donald Trump's physical mannerisms during speeches, specifically a 45-degree body jerk and stern profile stare that resembles Benito Mussolini. Despite these comparisons, his "shaggy dog" style of storytelling is praised for its ability to hold an audience's attention. He often weaves complex anecdotes about world leaders back to local issues like the Michigan auto industry. Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [benito mussolini](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benito-mussolini.md), [body language](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/body-language.md), [storytelling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/storytelling.md), [xi jinping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/xi-jinping.md) ### Chris Hurst and the Allison Parker Shooting Contract - **Episode:** [788: Mental Defectives](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/788-mental-defectives.md) - **Published:** 2016-01-07 - **Time:** 47:47–50:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/788-mental-defectives/chapter/chris-hurst-and-the-allison-parker-shooting-contract.md Chris Hurst, the boyfriend of slain journalist Allison Parker, gave an interview outside the White House that featured unusual metaphors. Hurst spoke about wishing he could "return this contract" he signed, which is interpreted as a cold or strange way to describe the loss of a partner. His self-description as a "storyteller" is also noted as being potentially insensitive given the circumstances. 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The discussion highlights how recurring characters and information threads create a loyal audience similar to traditional serial dramas. Keywords: [serial podcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/serial-podcast.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), podcasting trends, episodic storytelling, media models ### Native Advertising, New York Times Storytelling Tools - **Episode:** [641: Extractive](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/641-extractive.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-07 - **Time:** 2:02:12–2:07:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/641-extractive/chapter/native-advertising-new-york-times-storytelling-tools.md Meredith Levine of the New York Times is featured in a clip explaining "native advertising" as a way for publishers to share "storytelling tools" with marketers. The hosts argue this is a deceptive form of propaganda that erodes the boundary between editorial and advertising. 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