# Tech History on The No Agenda Show Tech History comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2018 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 9 - **Episodes:** 9 - **Discussed:** June 2018 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [Podcasting History](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-history.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Aol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aol.md), [Apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Cranky Geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), [Daily Source Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-source-code.md), [Eworld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eworld.md) ## Chapters 1–9 of 9 ### Guess the Show, Cranky Geeks and Early Tech Commentary - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 21:06–23:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/guess-the-show-cranky-geeks-and-early-tech-commentary.md A "Guess the Show" segment features the theme music and opening of Cranky Geeks, a tech-focused program hosted by John C. Dvorak starting in 2006. The archival clip highlights early discussions on the rise of YouTube, MySpace, and online privacy concerns. The hosts reflect on Dvorak's consistent "cranky" persona and his early predictions regarding social media trends. Keywords: [cranky geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), [myspace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/myspace.md), [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), [livejournal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/livejournal.md), [tech history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-history.md) ### No Agenda Origins and Relationship with This Week in Tech - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 5:05–7:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/no-agenda-origins-and-relationship-with-this-week-in-tech.md The group discusses the early days of No Agenda and its strategic scheduling following Leo Laporte's This Week in Tech (TWiT). Adam Curry acknowledges that the show originally aimed to capture the audience already online for TWiT, often starting an hour after Leo's show ended. Jason Calacanis reflects on his own appearances on TWiT and the political polarization that has affected guest lineups in recent years. Keywords: [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [this week in tech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/this-week-in-tech.md), [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [podcasting history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-history.md) ### Toshiba T1100 Laptop Tech History Claims - **Episode:** [1645: Poonami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1645-poonami.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-25 - **Time:** 5:50–6:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1645-poonami/chapter/toshiba-t1100-laptop-tech-history-claims.md A report on NHK regarding the Toshiba T1100 laptop is criticized for falsely claiming it was the world's first laptop. Historical records indicate that the Grid Compass preceded the Toshiba model, and the broadcast is noted for failing to name competing companies during the segment. Keywords: toshiba, t1100, [laptop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/laptop.md), [tech history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-history.md), grid compass ### Microsoft's History of Sucking Up Intellectual Property - **Episode:** [1610: p-doom](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1610-p-doom.md) - **Published:** 2023-11-23 - **Time:** 1:40:29–1:45:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1610-p-doom/chapter/microsoft-s-history-of-sucking-up-intellectual-property.md Reflecting on Microsoft's business tactics, the hosts recall how the company acquired vast amounts of machine translation IP from defunct firms like Lernout & Hauspie in the early 2000s. Despite owning the foundational technology for speech-to-text, Microsoft often lets acquired IP languish rather than innovating. This historical pattern is used to frame Microsoft's current relationship with OpenAI. Keywords: [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [intellectual property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intellectual-property.md), machine translation, lernout & hauspie, [tech history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-history.md) ### White House AI Regulation and Tech Leadership - **Episode:** [1566: Hush Up Boy!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1566-hush-up-boy.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-22 - **Time:** 51:09–54:32 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1566-hush-up-boy/chapter/white-house-ai-regulation-and-tech-leadership.md President Biden met with tech executives in San Francisco to discuss the risks and opportunities of Artificial Intelligence. The administration is focused on safeguarding privacy and addressing bias in AI systems. Sam Altman of OpenAI is noted as a rising figure in the tech industry, drawing comparisons to past personalities like Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [sam altman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-altman.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/regulation.md), [tech history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-history.md) ### Tech Industry Cycles, OS/2 and Steve Ballmer - **Episode:** [1547: A Sally](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1547-a-sally.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-16 - **Time:** 1:42:20–1:44:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1547-a-sally/chapter/tech-industry-cycles-os-2-and-steve-ballmer.md A retrospective on the failure of IBM's OS/2 operating system recalls a moment when Steve Ballmer publicly crashed an "uncrashable" demo at a trade show. The story serves as a reminder of the cyclical nature of tech hype and the historical rivalry between IBM and Microsoft. One of the hosts mentions owning a rare Microsoft OS/2 lapel pin, which may be sold on their Etsy store. Keywords: [os/2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/os-2.md), [ibm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [steve ballmer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/steve-ballmer.md), [tech history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-history.md) ### Apple eWorld, AOL History, Tech Industry Failures - **Episode:** [1525: Mask in a Bottle](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1525-mask-in-a-bottle.md) - **Published:** 2023-01-29 - **Time:** 2:56:06–2:58:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1525-mask-in-a-bottle/chapter/apple-eworld-aol-history-tech-industry-failures.md The hosts reminisce about failed online services like Apple's "eWorld," which struggled to compete with America Online (AOL) in the 1990s. They discuss how AOL once dominated the market before being overtaken by the open internet and later social media platforms. The segment serves as a historical parallel to the current competition between established tech giants and rising platforms like TikTok. Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), [eworld](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eworld.md), [aol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aol.md), [prodigy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prodigy.md), [tech history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tech-history.md) ### Daily Source Code, 15th Anniversary of Podcasting - **Episode:** [1164: Jacked-up Joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1164-jacked-up-joe.md) - **Published:** 2019-08-18 - **Time:** 14:27–16:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1164-jacked-up-joe/chapter/daily-source-code-15th-anniversary-of-podcasting.md The 15th anniversary of the "Daily Source Code" podcast was celebrated on August 13, 2019. 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