# Techtv on The No Agenda Show Techtv comes up in 8 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2008 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** February 2008 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Leo Laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [Mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [Natalie Del Conte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natalie-del-conte.md), [Audience Growth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audience-growth.md), [Audition](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audition.md), [Big Thinkers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-thinkers.md), [Cbs Morning Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-morning-show.md), [Chroma Key](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chroma-key.md), [Cranky Geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), [Dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dell.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### Sir Thomas of the Apocalypse, TechTV and Domain History - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 2:02:32–2:04:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/sir-thomas-of-the-apocalypse-techtv-and-domain-history.md Sir Thomas of the Apocalypse reflects on his long history following John C. Dvorak, starting with TechTV in the late 1990s and the Cranky Geeks program. He recalls rediscovering the podcast after accidentally typing a political commentator's URL that the show had famously redirected for years. His donation serves as a tribute to Dvorak's insightful and contrarian personality. Keywords: sir thomas of the apocalypse, [techtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techtv.md), [cranky geeks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cranky-geeks.md), hannahity.com, domain ### Teleprompter Failures, TechTV and MTV Production Stories - **Episode:** [1703: New Screw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1703-new-screw.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-13 - **Time:** 1:35:26–1:42:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1703-new-screw/chapter/teleprompter-failures-techtv-and-mtv-production-stories.md Following a teleprompter glitch during a Kamala Harris town hall, the hosts recount their own professional experiences with prompter failures on TechTV and MTV. They discuss the skill required to write for prompters and the difficulty of transitioning to paper scripts during live broadcasts. Keywords: [teleprompter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/teleprompter.md), [techtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techtv.md), [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), wang word processor, [live television](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/live-television.md) ### MTV Virtual Sets, TechTV Production Gimmicks - **Episode:** [701: Oatmeal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/701-oatmeal.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-05 - **Time:** 47:46–49:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/701-oatmeal/chapter/mtv-virtual-sets-techtv-production-gimmicks.md A retrospective on television production gimmicks describes the "Light Switch" era at MTV, which utilized virtual sets and blue screen technology. One host recalls being placed inside a virtual television on a diner counter to announce music videos. Similar experiences at TechTV involved talking to remote guests who were actually located in the same studio but separated by digital backgrounds. Keywords: [mtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mtv.md), [techtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techtv.md), [chroma key](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chroma-key.md), virtual sets, light switch, blue screen ### Podcast Metrics, TechTV Legacy, Natalie Del Conte - **Episode:** [110: Get A Shot of Protection With The No Agenda Show!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/110-get-a-shot-of-protection-with-the-no-agenda-show.md) - **Published:** 2009-07-06 - **Time:** 16:56–20:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/110-get-a-shot-of-protection-with-the-no-agenda-show/chapter/podcast-metrics-techtv-legacy-natalie-del-conte.md Podcast listenership is compared favorably against cable news ratings, with claims that niche digital shows often reach larger audiences than daytime MSNBC segments. The career trajectory of Natalie Del Conte is highlighted, noting her move from technology journalism to a role on the CBS morning show. Historical viewership for TechTV's "Screensavers" is estimated at 40,000, significantly lower than modern top-tier podcast audiences. Keywords: [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [techtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techtv.md), [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [natalie del conte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/natalie-del-conte.md), [cbs morning show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs-morning-show.md) ### Twitter Growth, TechTV Legacy - **Episode:** [67: Kennedy and the Body Count](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/67-kennedy-and-the-body-count.md) - **Published:** 2009-01-24 - **Time:** 1:36:23–1:39:01 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/67-kennedy-and-the-body-count/chapter/twitter-growth-techtv-legacy.md John Dvorak's long career at PC Magazine is contrasted with his modern discovery by podcast listeners. The hosts analyze the "rabid" community stemming from the TechTV days and the role of the iPhone in expanding the audience for tech-related content. Keywords: [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [techtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techtv.md), [pc magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pc-magazine.md), [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [audience growth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audience-growth.md) ### ZDTV, TechTV, Dell Murder Mysteries, Lost Media History - **Episode:** [63: Save This Polar Bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/63-save-this-polar-bear.md) - **Published:** 2008-12-27 - **Time:** 13:05–16:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/63-save-this-polar-bear/chapter/zdtv-techtv-dell-murder-mysteries-lost-media-history.md John C. Dvorak recounts his efforts to save his television archives from ZDTV and TechTV after the networks attempted to discard them. A similar anecdote involves book packager Bob McCoy rescuing original oil painting cover art for Dell murder mysteries from a dumpster. The segment highlights the frequent destruction of cultural and corporate history by accountants seeking to reduce storage costs. Keywords: [zdtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zdtv.md), [techtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techtv.md), [silicon spin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-spin.md), [dell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dell.md), bob mccoy, media preservation ### San Francisco Homelessness, Big Thinkers Hats, TechTV - **Episode:** [63: Save This Polar Bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/63-save-this-polar-bear.md) - **Published:** 2008-12-27 - **Time:** 1:18:55–1:21:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/63-save-this-polar-bear/chapter/san-francisco-homelessness-big-thinkers-hats-techtv.md John C. Dvorak describes his habit of handing out "Big Thinkers" hats from his time at TechTV to homeless people in the San Francisco Bay Area. The hosts discuss the increasing visibility of poverty in both California and London, noting that people in San Francisco have become jaded to the presence of beggars at freeway exits. Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), [homelessness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homelessness.md), [techtv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techtv.md), [big thinkers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/big-thinkers.md), humanitarianism ### Natalie Del Conte, TechTV Hostess Audition Rumors - **Episode:** [16: Start Using Canteens](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/16-start-using-canteens.md) - **Published:** 2008-02-10 - **Time:** 10:25–12:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/16-start-using-canteens/chapter/natalie-del-conte-techtv-hostess-audition-rumors.md A listener comment addresses a joke regarding the hiring of unconventional hostesses for a tech show, expressing concern that the humor might be misinterpreted by Natalie Del Conte. The hosts clarify that there was never a serious intention to hire adult industry workers. 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