# Texting on The No Agenda Show Texting comes up in 56 chapters across 55 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2008 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 56 - **Episodes:** 55 - **Discussed:** May 2008 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [At&t](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-t.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md), [Sms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sms.md), [Apple Tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-tv.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md), [Friendship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/friendship.md), [Google Voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-voice.md), [Gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 56 ### Peter from South Africa and AI Dubbing Technology - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 1:35:10–1:38:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/peter-from-south-africa-and-ai-dubbing-technology.md Peter, a South African producer and AI developer, discusses his work on text-to-speech synthesis and "camb.ai." He expresses interest in translating the No Agenda live stream into Dutch using AI. The note highlights the difficulty of dubbing the show due to overlapping speech and unique host interjections. Keywords: [south africa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/south-africa.md), afrikaans, text-to-speech, ai dubbing, currycaster ### Andrew Horowitz on the DH Unplugged Partnership - **Episode:** [1888: In The Mourning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Time:** 1:15:36–1:19:55 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1888-in-the-mourning/chapter/andrew-horowitz-on-the-dh-unplugged-partnership.md Financial commentator Andrew Horowitz joins the show via a pre-recorded segment to discuss his 18-year partnership with Dvorak on the "DH Unplugged" podcast. Horowitz reflects on Dvorak's brilliance and their ability to disagree on-air without ever remaining angry afterward. He also humorously critiques Dvorak's "horrible" text messaging habits and all-caps corrections regarding show titles. Keywords: [andrew horowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-horowitz.md), [dh unplugged](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dh-unplugged.md), financial podcast, [text messaging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/text-messaging.md), [friendship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/friendship.md) ### AI Podcasts, Washington Post and Podcast Index Spam - **Episode:** [1825: MUK-Ultra](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-14 - **Time:** 2:44:05–2:47:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1825-muk-ultra/chapter/ai-podcasts-washington-post-and-podcast-index-spam.md The Washington Post is facing internal criticism over its new AI-generated personalized podcasts, which have been plagued by errors. Simultaneously, the "Podcast Index" is dealing with a surge of "text-to-speech" (TTS) spam podcasts that generate thousands of episodes daily. The hosts compare this phenomenon to the early days of Usenet spam and discuss potential elimination strategies. Keywords: [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), ai podcasts, text-to-speech, [podcast index](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-index.md), [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md) ### NPR Friendship Tips, Religious Support Habits - **Episode:** [1795: Dead Feathered](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1795-dead-feathered.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-31 - **Time:** 2:31:45–2:37:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1795-dead-feathered/chapter/npr-friendship-tips-religious-support-habits.md The hosts critique an NPR segment on maintaining long-distance friendships, which they find overly sentimental and "pathetic." One host describes his habit of sending supportive texts to friends facing medical procedures, attributing the change in behavior to his religious faith. The other host finds the idea of "spying" on friends' doctor appointments offensive, leading to a humorous clash of perspectives. Keywords: [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [friendship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/friendship.md), dear nina, [text messages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/text-messages.md), [surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surgery.md), [jesus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jesus.md), cataracts ### Scrunch AI and the Post-Human Web - **Episode:** [1788: chatJCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1788-chatjcd.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-07 - **Time:** 1:43:40–1:47:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1788-chatjcd/chapter/scrunch-ai-and-the-post-human-web.md Scrunch AI CEO Chris Andrew proposes a future where the internet becomes less visual and more text-heavy to accommodate AI data consumption. This "post-human web" would prioritize language for LLMs over visual design for human eyeballs, creating a new form of search engine optimization (SEO) focused on manipulating AI agents. Keywords: scrunch ai, [seo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seo.md), [large language models](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/large-language-models.md), text-based internet, [web design](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/web-design.md) ### BlackBerry Addiction and Navigational Challenges - **Episode:** [1754: Yippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-10 - **Time:** 1:17:51–1:20:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy/chapter/blackberry-addiction-and-navigational-challenges.md A retrospective on the "Crackberry" era illustrates the early stages of mobile device addiction, where users became jittery when unable to check messages. The discussion also touches on the loss of natural navigational skills in the age of GPS, with one speaker admitting a lifelong inability to find their way around without assistance. Keywords: [blackberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackberry.md), crackberry, [gps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gps.md), [texting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texting.md), [navigation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/navigation.md) ### Severance Season 2, Apple TV Plus and The Diplomat - **Episode:** [1731: Cyber Timebombs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs.md) - **Published:** 2025-01-19 - **Time:** 3:24:24–3:28:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1731-cyber-timebombs/chapter/severance-season-2-apple-tv-plus-and-the-diplomat.md The hosts discuss the second season of the Apple TV+ series "Severance," noting its "creepy" premise regarding corporate brain modification. They also mention the second season of "The Diplomat" on Netflix and the quirks of modern voice-to-text technology. This casual conversation about current media serves as a transition toward the end of the broadcast. Keywords: [severance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/severance.md), [apple tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-tv.md), [the diplomat](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/the-diplomat.md), [netflix](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/netflix.md), voice-to-text ### Thanksgiving Family Texts and Political Resentment - **Episode:** [1717: Mr. Peepers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1717-mr-peepers.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-01 - **Time:** 2:22:27–2:24:51 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1717-mr-peepers/chapter/thanksgiving-family-texts-and-political-resentment.md A family text exchange turned into a political dispute after a Thanksgiving message quoting George Washington and posted by Mike Johnson was taken as an insult by a spouse. The story illustrated how political loyalties have created friction in family gatherings and private message groups. Keywords: [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md), family text group, [mike johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-johnson.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [family conflict](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/family-conflict.md) ### iPhone Text Groups and Android Exclusion - **Episode:** [1717: Mr. Peepers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1717-mr-peepers.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-01 - **Time:** 2:48:47–2:52:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1717-mr-peepers/chapter/iphone-text-groups-and-android-exclusion.md A long aside explained how iPhone group chats treat Android users as outsiders through green-bubble messaging. The point was presented as an example of tech-driven social exclusion, with claims that new phones and operating systems are quietly pushing people out of mixed-device text groups. Keywords: [iphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iphone.md), [android](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/android.md), [imessage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/imessage.md), text groups, blue bubbles, green bubbles ### Racist Text Messages, SS7 Network and Telecom Vulnerabilities - **Episode:** [1711: Blue Bracelet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1711-blue-bracelet.md) - **Published:** 2024-11-10 - **Time:** 1:06:57–1:10:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1711-blue-bracelet/chapter/racist-text-messages-ss7-network-and-telecom-vulnerabilities.md Anonymous racist text messages referencing plantations and cotton picking were sent to Black Americans in at least ten states following the election. The vulnerability is attributed to the SS7 (Signaling System No. 7) network, which allows actors to buy access and spoof messages from untraceable locations. The incident is characterized as a potential psychological operation designed to stoke racial tension. Keywords: ss7, racist texts, [telecom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/telecom.md), [spoofing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spoofing.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md) ### Political Text Message Spam, Pig Butchering Scams - **Episode:** [1687: Authentified](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1687-authentified.md) - **Published:** 2024-08-18 - **Time:** 4:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1687-authentified/chapter/political-text-message-spam-pig-butchering-scams.md The discussion opens with the increasing volume of political text message spam from figures like Donald Trump and Ted Cruz. Typing "stop" to these messages often confirms a live number, leading to further solicitation. The conversation shifts to "pig butchering" scams, which originate from text messages and often involve human trafficking victims in Thailand or the Philippines forced to run long-con financial frauds. Keywords: [google voice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-voice.md), text spam, [pig butchering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pig-butchering.md), [thailand](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thailand.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md) ### COP28 Lifestyle, Ursula von der Leyen Pfizer Scandal - **Episode:** [1613: Fossil Fools](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-03 - **Time:** 46:54–48:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1613-fossil-fools/chapter/cop28-lifestyle-ursula-von-der-leyen-pfizer-scandal.md The hosts criticize the lavish lifestyles of COP28 attendees in Dubai, noting the use of private jets and personal hairdressers. The segment also references the controversy surrounding Ursula von der Leyen's deleted text messages regarding Pfizer vaccine deals. Keywords: [dubai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dubai.md), [private jets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-jets.md), [ursula von der leyen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ursula-von-der-leyen.md), [pfizer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfizer.md), [text messages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/text-messages.md), [corruption](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/corruption.md) ### Robot Call Glitches and "Pig Butchering" Scams - **Episode:** [1559: COBALT](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1559-cobalt.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-28 - **Time:** 1:51:03–1:54:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1559-cobalt/chapter/robot-call-glitches-and-pig-butchering-scams.md A host describes a technical glitch in automated robot calls where saying "hang up" causes the system to reset or disconnect. This leads to a discussion of the "pig butchering" scam, a long-term crypto fraud often initiated via "wrong number" text messages. Scammers build rapport with victims over months before convincing them to invest in fraudulent cryptocurrency exchanges. Keywords: [robot calls](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robot-calls.md), pig butchering scam, [crypto](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crypto.md), text scams, [phishing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/phishing.md) ### AI Definition Skepticism and Spam Text Trends - **Episode:** [1552: Old Trout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-04 - **Time:** 18:41–22:48 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout/chapter/ai-definition-skepticism-and-spam-text-trends.md Current technology labeled as "Artificial Intelligence" is characterized as sophisticated copy-paste and scoring systems rather than true intelligence. While tools like Otter.ai and ChatGPT are useful for transcripts and drafting, they are prone to repetition and errors. The hosts also discuss a recent surge in "wrong number" spam texts designed to initiate contact by asking about the recipient's identity or recent weather events. Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [photoshop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photoshop.md), [otter.ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/otter-ai.md), [chatgpt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chatgpt.md), spam texts ### Secret Service Text Messages, Melania Trump Statement - **Episode:** [1471: Publical Emergency](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1471-publical-emergency.md) - **Published:** 2022-07-28 - **Time:** 2:13:21–2:17:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1471-publical-emergency/chapter/secret-service-text-messages-melania-trump-statement.md A new theory suggests the January 6th events may have been a "deep state setup," citing the missing Secret Service text messages as a potential smoking gun. Former First Lady Melania Trump issued a statement claiming she was unaware of the Capitol breach because her chief of staff, Stephanie Grisham, failed to brief her. Melania asserted that she was busy documenting White House renovations and would have denounced the violence had she been informed. Keywords: [secret service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/secret-service.md), [melania trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/melania-trump.md), [stephanie grisham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephanie-grisham.md), [text messages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/text-messages.md), [edward snowden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/edward-snowden.md) ### Sean Hannity Text Messages, Trump News Conference Cancellation - **Episode:** [1414: Coof Croup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-09 - **Time:** 2:21:11–2:23:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup/chapter/sean-hannity-text-messages-trump-news-conference-cancellation.md The House Select Committee investigating January 6th released text messages from Fox News host Sean Hannity to Mark Meadows expressing concern about the "next 48 hours" before the riot. While some media outlets linked these messages to Donald Trump's cancellation of a scheduled news conference, reports suggest the cancellation was actually due to advice from senior Republican senators. Keywords: [sean hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-hannity.md), [mark meadows](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-meadows.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [house select committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-select-committee.md), [text messages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/text-messages.md) ### Political Fundraising Text Spam and Lindsey Graham Ads - **Episode:** [1289: Post Orange](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-25 - **Time:** 1:07:42–1:11:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1289-post-orange/chapter/political-fundraising-text-spam-and-lindsey-graham-ads.md A discussion on the intrusive nature of political fundraising reveals that both hosts are being bombarded with text messages from the GOP and Lindsey Graham's campaign. They criticize the "chip in" messaging and the poor audio quality of Graham's YouTube pre-roll ads. The hosts also discuss the difficulty of blocking these ads on YouTube and the alternative of using platforms like BitChute. Keywords: [lindsey graham](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lindsey-graham.md), [gop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gop.md), [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md), [youtube ads](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube-ads.md), [text messages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/text-messages.md), [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md) ### Campaign Fundraising Texts and Marketing Tactics - **Episode:** [1284: Eyeballitis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1284-eyeballitis.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-09 - **Time:** 1:09:38–1:12:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1284-eyeballitis/chapter/campaign-fundraising-texts-and-marketing-tactics.md The hosts compare fundraising text messages received from the Mike Pence and Joe Biden campaigns. Pence's messages use aggressive marketing tactics like "900% match," while Biden's messages use a more personal, soft-sell approach asking for specific amounts like $12. One host mentions receiving a "Platinum Trump Card" as a premium for a $100 donation. Keywords: [mike pence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pence.md), [joe biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md), [fundraising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fundraising.md), [direct marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/direct-marketing.md), platinum trump card, [text messages](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/text-messages.md) ### Greta Thunberg Documentary, Venice Film Festival and Trump Text Ads - **Episode:** [1277: Insurrectious](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1277-insurrectious.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-13 - **Time:** 3:02:19–3:06:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1277-insurrectious/chapter/greta-thunberg-documentary-venice-film-festival-and-trump-text-ads.md A new documentary titled "I Am Greta" premiered at the Venice Film Festival, following climate activist Greta Thunberg for a year. Thunberg joined the festival via video link, warning that Venice is at risk of being submerged due to rising sea levels. The show also mocks the aggressive "800% match" text message advertisements sent by the Trump campaign, which warn that Joe Biden wants to "destroy the Second Amendment." Keywords: [greta thunberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greta-thunberg.md), venice film festival, [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), text ads, [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md) ### Kanye West Presidential Bid, GOP Operatives, Voter Texting - **Episode:** [1275: Hypocrite Oath](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-06 - **Time:** 2:53:19–2:55:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1275-hypocrite-oath/chapter/kanye-west-presidential-bid-gop-operatives-voter-texting.md Kanye West has secured a spot on the presidential ballot in 11 states, with some suggesting GOP operatives are assisting his bid to siphon votes from Joe Biden. Voters report receiving numerous text messages from both campaigns, with some replying that they intend to write in West's name. 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