# Stringers on The No Agenda Show

Stringers comes up in 7 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from July 2009 to March 2023.

- **Chapters:** 7
- **Episodes:** 6
- **Discussed:** July 2009 – March 2023
- **Related topics:** [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), [Cameras](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cameras.md), [Coast Guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coast-guard.md), [Drag Queen Story Hour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drag-queen-story-hour.md), [Freelance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freelance.md), [Iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [Joan Rivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joan-rivers.md), [Journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md)

## Chapters 1–7 of 7

### Alex Stringer Texas Senate Testimony, Satirical Activism

- **Episode:** [1536: Killer Clown](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1536-killer-clown.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-09
- **Time:** 1:37:45–1:40:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1536-killer-clown/chapter/alex-stringer-texas-senate-testimony-satirical-activism.md

Austin activist and former mayoral candidate Alex Stringer delivered a satirical testimony before the Texas Senate, mockingly adopting the persona of a "triple-vaccinated" extremist. Stringer's testimony included absurd claims about "stage 5 testicular cancer" and his son's transition at a drag show. The performance is noted as a critique of modern political rhetoric and the "Drag Queen Story Hour" controversy.

Keywords: alex stringer, [texas senate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-senate.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [satire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satire.md), [drag queen story hour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drag-queen-story-hour.md)

### Executive Producer Donations and Knighting Ceremony

- **Episode:** [1182: Coupon Clipping](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1182-coupon-clipping.md)
- **Published:** 2019-10-20
- **Time:** 1:18:47–1:23:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1182-coupon-clipping/chapter/executive-producer-donations-and-knighting-ceremony.md

Jacob Hopper and Corrie Stringer were recognized as executive producers following a significant donation. Jacob, a Coast Guard Lieutenant Commander stationed in the landlocked Limburg region of The Netherlands, shared a story about rescuing drunk Belgians from a lake. The couple was granted the titles of Sir Jacob and Dame Corrie during the show's knighting ceremony.

Keywords: jacob hopper, corrie stringer, [utrecht](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/utrecht.md), [coast guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coast-guard.md), [netherlands](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netherlands.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md)

### Knighting Ceremony for New Roundtable Members

- **Episode:** [1182: Coupon Clipping](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1182-coupon-clipping.md)
- **Published:** 2019-10-20
- **Time:** 2:33:33–2:35:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1182-coupon-clipping/chapter/knighting-ceremony-for-new-roundtable-members.md

Jacob Hopper, Corey Stringer, and Jake Kenyon were officially knighted and welcomed to the No Agenda Roundtable. The ceremony included the traditional recitation of the Roundtable's eccentric menu, featuring items like "mutton and mead" and "vanilla and vodka." The hosts celebrated the continued growth of the show's community of knights and dames.

Keywords: jacob hopper, corey stringer, jake kenyon, [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [roundtable](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roundtable.md)

### Alexander Stringer, Austin Mayoral Race, Flamethrower Proposal

- **Episode:** [1083: The Zoomers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1083-the-zoomers.md)
- **Published:** 2018-11-05
- **Time:** 3:24–7:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1083-the-zoomers/chapter/alexander-stringer-austin-mayoral-race-flamethrower-proposal.md

A satirical campaign video for Austin mayoral candidate Alexander Stringer proposes building a dome around the city to keep out California refugees. Stringer suggests making Uber pay for the dome and replacing police firearms with flamethrowers to end shootings. The hosts critique the low-budget production of the video while noting its presence on official screens at City Hall.

Keywords: alexander stringer, [steve adler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-adler.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), flamethrowers, california refugees

### Independent Intelligence Network and Media Lists

- **Episode:** [645: Ghost of Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin.md)
- **Published:** 2014-08-22
- **Time:** 1:11:46–1:14:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/645-ghost-of-austin/chapter/independent-intelligence-network-and-media-lists.md

The "No Agenda Independent Intelligence Network" is credited for providing boots-on-the-ground information, specifically regarding the Iceland volcano. The hosts discuss how traditional media outlets like the New York Times use "stringers" and how they themselves used to be on media lists for shows like Maury Povich and Joan Rivers during the 1990s.

Keywords: [iceland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iceland.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [maury povich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maury-povich.md), [joan rivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joan-rivers.md), [stringers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stringers.md)

### Freelance Videography and the Role of Stringers in News

- **Episode:** [412: Red Square Patch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/412-red-square-patch.md)
- **Published:** 2012-05-27
- **Time:** 30:51–33:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/412-red-square-patch/chapter/freelance-videography-and-the-role-of-stringers-in-news.md

The logistics of freelance videography involve "stringers" who operate independently to sell footage to major networks. These individuals often manage their own equipment and satellite trucks, sometimes acting as both camera operator and on-air talent. This decentralized model of news gathering is increasingly common as traditional newsrooms reduce staff.

Keywords: [stringers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stringers.md), [freelance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/freelance.md), [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/broadcasting.md), [news production](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/news-production.md)

### Professional Stringers, Constant Surveillance Concerns

- **Episode:** [109: Forced Vaccinations](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/109-forced-vaccinations.md)
- **Published:** 2009-07-02
- **Time:** 3:30–6:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/109-forced-vaccinations/chapter/professional-stringers-constant-surveillance-concerns.md

The discussion shifts to the prevalence of amateur and professional stringers who follow public figures in San Francisco. Curry describes the discomfort of being followed by individuals with cameras, specifically mentioning an incident where his partner, Micky, felt pursued on the street. They note that even mundane activities, like moving furniture with the help of local cage fighters, are captured and sold to the press.

Keywords: [surveillance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surveillance.md), [stringers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stringers.md), [paparazzi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paparazzi.md), [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md), [cameras](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cameras.md)

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