# Todd Cochran on The No Agenda Show Todd Cochran comes up in 14 chapters across 13 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2011 to September 2025. - **Chapters:** 14 - **Episodes:** 13 - **Discussed:** September 2011 – September 2025 - **Related topics:** [Podcast Awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [Blueberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blueberry.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Leo Laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [No Agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [2014](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2014.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Alternative Media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alternative-media.md), [Arthritis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arthritis.md), [Audacity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audacity.md) ## Chapters 1–14 of 14 ### Todd Cochrane Death and September 11th Anniversary - **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-11 - **Time:** 0:00–1:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/todd-cochrane-death-and-september-11th-anniversary.md The hosts open the program by acknowledging the sudden death of Todd Cochrane, an early podcasting pioneer and founder of Blubrry, who passed away at age 61 from a heart attack. The conversation transitions to the anniversary of the September 11th attacks. Reference is made to the discovery of a hijacker's passport following the 2001 plane crashes. Keywords: [todd cochrane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochrane.md), [blueberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blueberry.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [heart attack](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/heart-attack.md), september 11th, hijackers, [passport](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passport.md) ### No Agenda Episode 1700, People's Choice Podcast Awards - **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-03 - **Time:** 5:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/no-agenda-episode-1700-people-s-choice-podcast-awards.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the 1700th episode of the No Agenda show on October 3, 2024. Curry announces he received two awards at the 19th annual People's Choice Podcast Awards, including Listener and Podcaster Influencer of the Year. The hosts reflect on the show's longevity and its role as a public service for their audience. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), episode 1700, people's choice podcast awards, [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [blueberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blueberry.md) ### Podcast Awards Industry, Value for Value Model - **Episode:** [1595: Bin Police](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1595-bin-police.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-07 - **Time:** 10:43–15:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1595-bin-police/chapter/podcast-awards-industry-value-for-value-model.md The podcast awards industry is characterized by numerous ceremonies that often require entry fees, which some critics label as a scam. There is a proposal to create a new "No Agenda" award system based on the value-for-value model rather than pay-to-play mechanics. Existing ceremonies mentioned include the British Podcast Awards and the Spark Media Ignite Awards. Keywords: [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [blueberry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blueberry.md), [todd cochrane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochrane.md), entry fees, [alternative media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alternative-media.md) ### Executive Producer Donations, Corporate Mandate Stories - **Episode:** [1371: Bald Nancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-09 - **Time:** 1:39:21–1:48:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy/chapter/executive-producer-donations-corporate-mandate-stories.md A series of high-value donations are read, including a $1,000 contribution from "Anonymous" in Kent, Washington. One producer shares a story about a CEO at a large East Coast software company who used an all-hands call to berate the "unvaccinated community." The hosts also mention the 16th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards and the "Adam Curry People's Choice Award" category. Keywords: [executive producer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-producer.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), software company, [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [todd cochrane](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochrane.md) ### Producer Donations and Relocation Updates - **Episode:** [987: Kebab Panic!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/987-kebab-panic.md) - **Published:** 2017-12-03 - **Time:** 57:16–1:07:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/987-kebab-panic/chapter/producer-donations-and-relocation-updates.md The hosts acknowledge significant donations from producers, including Mark Workman and Todd Cochran. A note from a producer named Cal describes his transition from a corporate job to farming lavender and medicinal herbs. This prompts a story about the benefits of CBD oil for treating arthritis in elderly patients, followed by several "de-douching" ceremonies for listeners. Keywords: [mark workman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-workman.md), [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [cbd oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbd-oil.md), [arthritis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arthritis.md), [de-douching](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/de-douching.md) ### Podcast Awards, Adam Curry Award, Homeless Tents - **Episode:** [955: Outrage Addition](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/955-outrage-addition.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-13 - **Time:** 2:42:34–2:45:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/955-outrage-addition/chapter/podcast-awards-adam-curry-award-homeless-tents.md The Podcast Awards recently renamed the People's Choice Award to the "Adam Curry People's Choice Award," though the show itself was not nominated. Separately, a plan is discussed to provide silk-screened "No Agenda" tents to the homeless in Austin, Texas. The hosts speculate that such a move would generate significant local media coverage and serve as a unique PR strategy for the show. Keywords: [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), peabody, [homeless](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeless.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md) ### Adam Curry Hall of Fame Induction, Leo Laporte - **Episode:** [744: Toxic Speech](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech.md) - **Published:** 2015-08-02 - **Time:** 49:11–53:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/744-toxic-speech/chapter/adam-curry-hall-of-fame-induction-leo-laporte.md Adam Curry was inducted into the Podcast Hall of Fame, using his acceptance speech to thank fellow inductees Todd Cochran, Scott Sigler, and Leo Laporte. The speech emphasized that podcasting has overtaken traditional broadcasting. Observers noted the public acknowledgment of Laporte despite past professional friction between the two figures. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), scott sigler, [hall of fame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hall-of-fame.md) ### Podcast Awards, Sergeant Fred, 2014 Date Correction - **Episode:** [581: Message from the Future](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/581-message-from-the-future.md) - **Published:** 2014-01-09 - **Time:** 3:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/581-message-from-the-future/chapter/podcast-awards-sergeant-fred-2014-date-correction.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show by correcting the year to 2014. They discuss the recent Podcast Awards where Sergeant Fred represented the show by shouting "In the morning!" during the ceremony. Todd Cochran, the organizer of the awards, is mentioned regarding the lack of a "Best Podcast in the Universe" category. Keywords: [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [sergeant fred](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sergeant-fred.md), [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [2014](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2014.md) ### New Media Expo, Podcast Awards Snubs - **Episode:** [478: Cranks and Firebrands](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/478-cranks-and-firebrands.md) - **Published:** 2013-01-13 - **Time:** 38:08–41:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/478-cranks-and-firebrands/chapter/new-media-expo-podcast-awards-snubs.md At the New Media Expo, Captain Fred confronted Podcast Awards chairman Todd Cochran regarding the lack of recognition for No Agenda. The hosts criticize the awards as "bogative" and driven by bots, noting that even prominent figures like Leo Laporte were snubbed for nominations despite being asked to keynote the event. Keywords: [new media expo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-media-expo.md), [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [audacity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audacity.md) ### Podcast Awards Nominations and Category Competition - **Episode:** [457: Giblet in EUROLand](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/457-giblet-in-euroland.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-01 - **Time:** 44:11–51:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/457-giblet-in-euroland/chapter/podcast-awards-nominations-and-category-competition.md The No Agenda show has been nominated for the Podcast Awards in the Politics/News category, competing against programs like The Rachel Maddow Show and Dan Carlin's Common Sense. There is a humorous critique of the award categories, including a lack of a "Best Podcast in the Universe" designation. The hosts also joke about the production quality of other nominees and the specific niche categories like GLBT. Keywords: [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [dan carlin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dan-carlin.md), [rachel maddow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rachel-maddow.md), glbt, [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [politics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/politics.md) ### Nighthood Ceremony, Perth Meteorite, Vapor Trails - **Episode:** [422: Chaff Hat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/422-chaff-hat.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-01 - **Time:** 1:47:13–1:50:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/422-chaff-hat/chapter/nighthood-ceremony-perth-meteorite-vapor-trails.md Todd Cochran, Anonymous, and Jason Morella are knighted for their $1,000 donations. The hosts then discuss a massive meteorite that crashed off the coast of Perth, Australia, leaving a persistent vapor trail that remained visible for 24 hours due to an atmospheric inversion layer. Keywords: [nighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nighthood.md), [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [perth](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perth.md), [meteorite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meteorite.md), vapor trail, inversion layer ### Show Question Submission, Podcast Awards, Best Podcast in the Universe - **Episode:** [422: Chaff Hat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/422-chaff-hat.md) - **Published:** 2012-07-01 - **Time:** 2:06:38–2:11:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/422-chaff-hat/chapter/show-question-submission-podcast-awards-best-podcast-in-the-universe.md The hosts provide instructions for listeners to submit questions for the upcoming special episode. They also mention Todd Cochran's plan to create a specific category for "Best Podcast in the Universe" at the Podcast Awards, noting they already own the corresponding URL. Keywords: [email](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email.md), show questions, [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [podcast awards](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-awards.md), [branding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/branding.md), url ### Producer Credits, Donation Segment, Vaccine Warnings - **Episode:** [363: Mothership Uncloaking?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/363-mothership-uncloaking.md) - **Published:** 2011-12-08 - **Time:** 30:55–37:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/363-mothership-uncloaking/chapter/producer-credits-donation-segment-vaccine-warnings.md The hosts read donations from various producers, including Todd Cochran and James Spitzer. A message from Dr. Steve Nenninger warns about the potential dangers of vaccinations based on his experience as a US Marine. The segment concludes with a call for continued listener support via the "Value for Value" model. Keywords: [todd cochran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/todd-cochran.md), [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [vaccinations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vaccinations.md), naturopathic medicine, [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md) ### Todd Cochrane, Media Buyer Douchebaggery - **Episode:** [338: Bunga Bunga](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/338-bunga-bunga.md) - **Published:** 2011-09-11 - **Time:** 55:33–58:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/338-bunga-bunga/chapter/todd-cochrane-media-buyer-douchebaggery.md Todd Cochrane of Geek News Central donated to the show, prompting a discussion about the difficulties of dealing with mid-20s media buyers who control large advertising budgets. The hosts share anecdotes about the "douchebaggery" of the advertising industry, including lavish parties on corporate yachts used to court young ad planners. 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