# Techno on The No Agenda Show Techno comes up in 17 chapters across 15 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2011 to November 2025. - **Chapters:** 17 - **Episodes:** 15 - **Discussed:** March 2011 – November 2025 - **Related topics:** [Adios Mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md), [Hillary Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [House Music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-music.md), [Washington Post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Banter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banter.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Barbara Mikulski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-mikulski.md), [Batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batman.md) ## Chapters 1–17 of 17 ### Outro and End of Show Mixes - **Episode:** [1817: Stunt Grenade](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade.md) - **Published:** 2025-11-16 - **Time:** 3:10:05–3:15:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1817-stunt-grenade/chapter/outro-and-end-of-show-mixes.md The show concludes with a series of musical mixes and "Homegrown Hits" from the listener community. The hosts sign off from Texas and Silicon Valley, reminding listeners of the next broadcast on Thursday and directing them to noagendadonations.com for continued support. Keywords: [gitmo jams](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gitmo-jams.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md), [toronto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/toronto.md), [smithsonian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smithsonian.md), [adios mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md) ### Techno-Spirituality and the Sentience of AI - **Episode:** [1780: Chatbox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1780-chatbox.md) - **Published:** 2025-07-10 - **Time:** 1:14:00–1:19:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1780-chatbox/chapter/techno-spirituality-and-the-sentience-of-ai.md Taylor Lorenz reports on a growing trend of "techno-spirituality," where users attribute divine or god-like qualities to generative AI models like ChatGPT. The segment references a former Google engineer who claimed an AI had become sentient. The hosts debate whether this represents a genuine cultural shift or a delusion fueled by an under-educated population and social media algorithms. Keywords: [taylor lorenz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/taylor-lorenz.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [sentience](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sentience.md), techno-spirituality ### Host Banter, Show Production Logistics - **Episode:** [1771: Home Depotation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation.md) - **Published:** 2025-06-08 - **Time:** 2:30:17–2:34:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1771-home-depotation/chapter/host-banter-show-production-logistics.md The hosts engage in a lighthearted argument regarding the quality of end-of-show mixes and their personal musical tastes. They also discuss the logistics of starting the live stream, with one host accusing the other of being late and using an incorrect tone in text messages. The banter highlights the long-standing dynamic between the two presenters. Keywords: [house music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-music.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md), show intro, [clean feed](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-feed.md), [communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md), [banter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banter.md) ### Yanis Varoufakis and the Concept of Techno-Feudalism - **Episode:** [1598: Guardrails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1598-guardrails.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-12 - **Time:** 1:24:00–1:26:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1598-guardrails/chapter/yanis-varoufakis-and-the-concept-of-techno-feudalism.md Former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis has resurfaced with a new book titled "Techno-Feudalism." Varoufakis argues that traditional capitalism has been replaced by a system where "cloud capitalists" like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk extract rent from society through digital platforms. He posits that owning the "cloud" is the modern equivalent of owning land in the original feudal era. Keywords: [yanis varoufakis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yanis-varoufakis.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), techno-feudalism, cloud capital, [marxism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marxism.md) ### Outro, San Francisco Poop Mix - **Episode:** [1581: Quippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-13 - **Time:** 3:01:56–3:06:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1581-quippy/chapter/outro-san-francisco-poop-mix.md The show concludes with a travel report preview for Spain and a series of end-of-show music mixes. The final segment features a satirical song about the homelessness and sanitation crisis in San Francisco, referencing a "20-pound bag of poop" found on the street. The hosts sign off with their traditional catchphrases and credits for the "Techno Experts." Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [techno experts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno-experts.md), traveling tacos, human waste, [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md) ### Post Office Vehicles, Winter Vagina, End of Show Mix - **Episode:** [1429: Puppy State](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1429-puppy-state.md) - **Published:** 2022-02-27 - **Time:** 3:20:23–3:31:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1429-puppy-state/chapter/post-office-vehicles-winter-vagina-end-of-show-mix.md The U.S. Postal Service is moving forward with a multi-billion dollar purchase of gas-powered delivery vehicles from Oshkosh Defense, despite EPA objections. The show ends with a discussion of "Winter Vagina," a term used in media to describe seasonal health issues, which the hosts characterize as a manufactured syndrome to explain vaccine side effects. A final "Techno Experts" music mix featuring Hillary Clinton samples closes the episode. Keywords: [usps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usps.md), oshkosh defense, [winter vagina](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/winter-vagina.md), [techno experts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno-experts.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md) ### Executive Producer Sean Akers, Knighting Ceremony - **Episode:** [1350: Ask China!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1350-ask-china.md) - **Published:** 2021-05-27 - **Time:** 1:42:12–1:46:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1350-ask-china/chapter/executive-producer-sean-akers-knighting-ceremony.md Sean Akers of St. Peters, Missouri, is knighted following a donation of $800.08. He shares a note about the No Agenda community and his interest in acid techno and disco house mixes. He is dubbed "Sir A-0011-0001 Sauce of the Zoans" during the ceremony. Keywords: sean akers, st. peters, [missouri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/missouri.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md) ### Podcast Remixes, Executive Producer Credits - **Episode:** [950: RACE: other](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-28 - **Time:** 1:27:34–1:31:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/950-race-other/chapter/podcast-remixes-executive-producer-credits.md The hosts discuss the quality of recent musical remixes submitted by listeners, expressing a preference for those that integrate show clips into the beat rather than just playing audio over a music bed. They provide official credits to the executive and associate executive producers for Episode 950, encouraging them to list the titles on their LinkedIn profiles. Keywords: [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md), remixes, [executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producers.md), [linkedin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linkedin.md), [credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credits.md) ### LGBT Civil Rights, Bitch Ass Remix - **Episode:** [947: Mix Tape](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-16 - **Time:** 54:01–1:00:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape/chapter/lgbt-civil-rights-bitch-ass-remix.md The mix returns to the White House heckler theme, this time involving a discussion on LGBT civil rights. It transitions into a repetitive, profanity-laden techno track featuring the phrase "your bitch ass." Keywords: [lgbt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lgbt.md), [civil rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-rights.md), [hecklers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hecklers.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md), [profanity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/profanity.md) ### Batman Theme Remix, Predator Drones Warning - **Episode:** [947: Mix Tape](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-16 - **Time:** 1:35:59–1:41:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape/chapter/batman-theme-remix-predator-drones-warning.md A high-energy remix combines the 1960s Batman theme with Barack Obama's voice. The audio warns about "predator drones" that "you will never see coming," set to a techno beat. Keywords: [batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batman.md), batmobile, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [predator drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/predator-drones.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md) ### Hillary Clinton Concession, No Agenda Outro - **Episode:** [947: Mix Tape](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape.md) - **Published:** 2017-07-16 - **Time:** 1:57:34–2:00:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape/chapter/hillary-clinton-concession-no-agenda-outro.md The final mix segment features Hillary Clinton's 2016 election concession speech. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak conclude the episode by discussing their love for techno music and its hypnotic qualities. They announce their return to a regular schedule on the following Thursday from Austin and Silicon Valley. Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [concession speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/concession-speech.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md) ### Outro, Popmoney, End of Show Mix - **Episode:** [942: Force Multiplier](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/942-force-multiplier.md) - **Published:** 2017-06-29 - **Time:** 2:40:22–2:46:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/942-force-multiplier/chapter/outro-popmoney-end-of-show-mix.md The show concludes with instructions on using Popmoney for donations to avoid PayPal. A musical montage featuring "techno experts" and various show clips plays as the final sign-off. Keywords: [popmoney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/popmoney.md), [paypal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paypal.md), [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [music](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/music.md), [techno experts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno-experts.md) ### Upton Sinclair Quote Correction and Show Outro - **Episode:** [820: Pre-Spousal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal.md) - **Published:** 2016-04-28 - **Time:** 2:41:31–2:47:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/820-pre-spousal/chapter/upton-sinclair-quote-correction-and-show-outro.md The show concludes with a correction of a misquoted Upton Sinclair line regarding salary and understanding. Final clips touch on climate change, carbon fees, and the use of two-dollar bills before the hosts sign off from Amsterdam. Keywords: [upton sinclair](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/upton-sinclair.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [carbon fee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-fee.md), [techno experts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno-experts.md), two dollar bill, [adios mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md) ### Techno-Skeptics, Washington Post, Republican Christmas Gifts - **Episode:** [785: Hispandering](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/785-hispandering.md) - **Published:** 2015-12-27 - **Time:** 2:57:55–3:01:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/785-hispandering/chapter/techno-skeptics-washington-post-republican-christmas-gifts.md A movement of "techno-skeptics" led by Jaron Lanier is gaining attention for protesting planned obsolescence and advocating for a reinvented internet. On the "PBS NewsHour," the "Shields and Brooks" segment is criticized for its lack of genuine conservative representation. The hosts mock a guest from "The Washington Post" who suggested giving Republicans a "lump of coal" for Christmas. Keywords: techno-skeptics, [jaron lanier](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jaron-lanier.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), shields and brooks, [pbs newshour](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pbs-newshour.md) ### Coachella Designer Drugs, Music and Ecstasy, Exclusionary Culture - **Episode:** [608: Cli-Fi®](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi.md) - **Published:** 2014-04-13 - **Time:** 2:28:36–2:33:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/608-cli-fi/chapter/coachella-designer-drugs-music-and-ecstasy-exclusionary-culture.md A segment on "The Doctors" regarding drug use at the Coachella music festival leads to a discussion about the relationship between specific drugs and musical genres. The hosts argue that modern house and techno music are "designed" for use with ecstasy and meth, making the culture exclusionary to those not using the substances. 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Her delivery and grasp of technical terminology, including "cyber sexing" and "tracker hackers," are mocked. The hearing addresses a $13 billion budget request for fiscal year 2014. Keywords: [barbara mikulski](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbara-mikulski.md), [cyber security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md), techno boondoggles, dot com, [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md) ### Show Wrap-up, Corporate Work and Techno Expert Song - **Episode:** [284: Study says... Duh!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/284-study-says-duh.md) - **Published:** 2011-03-06 - **Time:** 2:28:39–2:32:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/284-study-says-duh/chapter/show-wrap-up-corporate-work-and-techno-expert-song.md Adam Curry explains that he has been doing corporate work to supplement the show's income, which has delayed his "Daily Source Code" podcast. 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