# Total on The No Agenda Show Total comes up in 28 chapters across 27 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2009 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 28 - **Episodes:** 27 - **Discussed:** February 2009 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Mali](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mali.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [France](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [Fredericksburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fredericksburg.md), [Iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), [Solar Eclipse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-eclipse.md), [Adobo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adobo.md), [Al Jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), [Algeria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algeria.md), [Associate Executive Producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producers.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 28 ### Sazon Total Seasoning and Sour Cream Dip Tip - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 1:56:15–1:57:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/sazon-total-seasoning-and-sour-cream-dip-tip.md A culinary tip suggests using Badia Sazon Total seasoning mixed with sour cream to create a high-quality snack dip. The seasoning is commonly found in Mexican grocery stores and is described as a versatile "total seasoning" for various dishes. This "Snack Tip of the Day" is offered as a simple alternative to store-bought onion dips. Keywords: sazon total, badia, sour cream, dip, mexican seasoning ### Sir Chris Vox, Sazon Total Seasoning, Onion Dip Recipe - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 1:56:15–1:57:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/sir-chris-vox-sazon-total-seasoning-onion-dip-recipe.md In response to a request from Sir Chris Vox, the hosts provide a "Snack Tip of the Day" involving Mexican seasonings. They recommend mixing two tablespoons of Baria Sazon Total seasoning into sour cream to create a high-quality dip for chips, noting the seasoning is widely available in Mexican grocery stores. Keywords: sazon total, baria, onion dip, sour cream, snack tip ### Solar Eclipse Observations in the Texas Hill Country - **Episode:** [1650: Algo Juice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1650-algo-juice.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-11 - **Time:** 12:31–15:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1650-algo-juice/chapter/solar-eclipse-observations-in-the-texas-hill-country.md The solar eclipse passed through the Texas Hill Country, resulting in a period of totality where yard lights activated and wildlife went silent. Despite emergency declarations and dire weather forecasts of rain and thunderstorms, the skies remained clear enough for viewing. Local attendance was lower than expected due to fear-mongering reports, though some visitors like Gene Harris traveled from Austin to witness the event. Keywords: [solar eclipse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-eclipse.md), [texas hill country](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-hill-country.md), [fredericksburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fredericksburg.md), [totality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/totality.md), [gene harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gene-harris.md) ### Solar Eclipse Shadow Bands, University of Pittsburgh Research - **Episode:** [1649: Stay Alarmed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-07 - **Time:** 24:59–29:58 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1649-stay-alarmed/chapter/solar-eclipse-shadow-bands-university-of-pittsburgh-research.md University of Pittsburgh students traveled to the Texas Hill Country to study "shadow bands," a 200-year-old mystery involving wavy lines of light appearing just before and after eclipse totality. First documented by Hermann Goldschmidt in 1820, theories suggest the bands are caused by atmospheric refraction or sunlight bending around the moon. Researchers used high-altitude weather balloons to test if the phenomenon exists above the atmosphere. Keywords: shadow bands, [university of pittsburgh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/university-of-pittsburgh.md), hermann goldschmidt, refraction, [totality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/totality.md) ### Rain Total Body Fuel, Marketing Insects as Functional Food - **Episode:** [1309: Vaxsaline](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1309-vaxsaline.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-07 - **Time:** 1:25:34–1:29:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1309-vaxsaline/chapter/rain-total-body-fuel-marketing-insects-as-functional-food.md A marketing campaign for Rain Total Body Fuel promotes eating insects like tarantulas and scorpions, comparing them to beef jerky or lobster. The campaign uses the historical example of lobster—once considered a "nasty bottom feeder" fed to prisoners—to argue that marketing can turn insects into expensive delicacies. The hosts critique the "up-talking millennial" messaging used to sell bugs as bioavailable protein for athletes. Keywords: rain total body fuel, [insects](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insects.md), tarantula, [scorpion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/scorpion.md), [lobster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lobster.md), [prisoners](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prisoners.md) ### Francophone Spring, Al Jazeera and Democracy Now Coverage - **Episode:** [1586: Escaped Mutant](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1586-escaped-mutant.md) - **Published:** 2023-08-31 - **Time:** 6:55–13:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1586-escaped-mutant/chapter/francophone-spring-al-jazeera-and-democracy-now-coverage.md Media reports from Al Jazeera and Democracy Now highlight the "Francophone Spring," noting that Gabon marks the tenth coup or attempted takeover in West and Central Africa in three years. The narrative focuses on the failure of the Bongo family to use oil wealth to alleviate poverty, with specific mention of French oil giant Total Energies. The military's dissolution of state institutions in Gabon is met with public cheers in the capital, Libreville. Keywords: [al jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), [democracy now](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy-now.md), [gabon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gabon.md), [niger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/niger.md), [mali](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mali.md), [burkina faso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/burkina-faso.md), total energies, ali bongo ### Texas Hailstorm, Star Trek Fan Feedback - **Episode:** [1534: The Chit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-02 - **Time:** 2:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1534-the-chit/chapter/texas-hailstorm-star-trek-fan-feedback.md Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the session by addressing listener corrections regarding Star Trek, Star Wars, and the film Total Recall. Curry describes a severe microburst hailstorm in Fredericksburg, Texas, that produced quarter-sized hail and woke his household at 5:00 AM. The dog's unusual reaction to the storm and the potential for vehicle damage from Texas hail are noted. Keywords: [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [fredericksburg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fredericksburg.md), [hailstorm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hailstorm.md), [star trek](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/star-trek.md), total recall, fan feedback ### Ron Baron and the Long-Term Strategy for Twitter - **Episode:** [1501: Under Salt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1501-under-salt.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-10 - **Time:** 1:09:49–1:14:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1501-under-salt/chapter/ron-baron-and-the-long-term-strategy-for-twitter.md Billionaire investor Ron Baron interviews Elon Musk, clarifying that the acquisition of Twitter was based on the platform's future potential rather than its current state. Baron emphasizes that the "we" involved in the deal—the major investors—are focused on capturing "eyeballs" and expanding the Total Addressable Market (TAM). The strategy involves significant headcount reduction to improve the business's financial structure. Keywords: ron baron, [elon musk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elon-musk.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), [investment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/investment.md), total addressable market ### Strategic Petroleum Reserve, Oil Exports to Europe - **Episode:** [1445: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-24 - **Time:** 49:08–54:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1445-trusted-flaggers/chapter/strategic-petroleum-reserve-oil-exports-to-europe.md Bloomberg reports that crude oil released from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is being shipped to the port of Rotterdam in Europe by a French energy company. This move is questioned given the administration's stated goal of lowering domestic gasoline prices through these reserve releases. Keywords: [strategic petroleum reserve](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/strategic-petroleum-reserve.md), [rotterdam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rotterdam.md), total energies, [oil prices](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil-prices.md), [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md) ### Associate Executive Producers, Final Birthday Wishes - **Episode:** [1378: Yer Boy Amy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1378-yer-boy-amy.md) - **Published:** 2021-09-02 - **Time:** 1:58:19–2:08:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1378-yer-boy-amy/chapter/associate-executive-producers-final-birthday-wishes.md The final round of associate executive producer credits includes a story about a "copy that" obsessed employee at Total Wine. The hosts thank donors for their "time, talent, and treasure," specifically noting several $57 donations in honor of Adam Curry's 57th birthday. The segment concludes the first half of the show's donor acknowledgments. Keywords: total wine, [cognac](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognac.md), [associate executive producers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/associate-executive-producers.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) ### Climate Change and COVID-19 Link, Bat Mutations - **Episode:** [1321: Doctored Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1321-doctored-evidence.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-14 - **Time:** 3:12:01–3:16:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1321-doctored-evidence/chapter/climate-change-and-covid-19-link-bat-mutations.md A study published in "Science of the Total Environment" suggests that climate change allowed for a more diverse bat population in southern China, facilitating the mutation of coronaviruses. The hosts criticize this "packaging opportunity" to link the pandemic to environmental policy. They point out contradictions in climate models regarding species extinction versus the sudden emergence of new bat species. Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [cambridge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cambridge.md), [bats](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bats.md), south china, science of the total environment ### Goya Seasoning Boycott, Sazonador Total - **Episode:** [1260: Pre-Decisional](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1260-pre-decisional.md) - **Published:** 2020-07-16 - **Time:** 2:48:46–2:52:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1260-pre-decisional/chapter/goya-seasoning-boycott-sazonador-total.md Following a boycott attempt against Goya Foods, the hosts recommended specific products like Sazonador Total and Adobo seasoning. They argued that the political boycott is unlikely to succeed and instead highlighted the culinary value of the brand's all-purpose seasonings. Keywords: goya foods, [boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boycott.md), sazonador total, [adobo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adobo.md), [seasoning](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/seasoning.md) ### Mercedes-Benz Odometer Karma, Joe Bisesi Donation - **Episode:** [967: dotard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-24 - **Time:** 1:13:42–1:18:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/967-dotard/chapter/mercedes-benz-odometer-karma-joe-bisesi-donation.md Producer Thomas donated after his 1985 Mercedes-Benz odometer got stuck at 333.33 miles. Another producer, Joe Bisesi, contributed $293.23, celebrating his wife's pregnancy and his decision to cancel his cable subscription in favor of independent podcasts. Keywords: [mercedes-benz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mercedes-benz.md), bobby ewing, total recall, cable subscription, [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md) ### Extra TV Native Advertising, Total Wireless and Editing Techniques - **Episode:** [961: Big BRICS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics.md) - **Published:** 2017-09-03 - **Time:** 1:38:24–1:41:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/961-big-brics/chapter/extra-tv-native-advertising-total-wireless-and-editing-techniques.md An "Extra TV" segment featuring Tamera Mowry-Housley is identified as a native advertisement for Total Wireless. The segment is criticized for its extremely tight editing, which squeezed 15 to 20 cuts into a single minute to meet a strict 60-second runtime. Keywords: [extra tv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/extra-tv.md), total wireless, [native advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/native-advertising.md), [editing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/editing.md), [rate card](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rate-card.md), back to school ### Weather Channel Anchor's Emotional Reaction to the Eclipse - **Episode:** [958: The Talking Stick!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/958-the-talking-stick.md) - **Published:** 2017-08-24 - **Time:** 1:18:01–1:22:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/958-the-talking-stick/chapter/weather-channel-anchor-s-emotional-reaction-to-the-eclipse.md A Weather Channel anchor had a highly emotional, tearful reaction to the total solar eclipse during a live broadcast. The hosts discuss the widespread "eclipse fever" and speculate that the intense emotional responses from some observers may stem from a lack of traditional religious belief systems. They compare the experience of watching the eclipse in person versus the high-quality feeds provided by NASA and television networks. Keywords: [solar eclipse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/solar-eclipse.md), [weather channel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather-channel.md), [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [totality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/totality.md), [religion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religion.md), [emotional response](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emotional-response.md) ### Peerage Titles, Check Donation Notes - **Episode:** [679: Sir Reeshmeister Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-18 - **Time:** 2:05:18–2:08:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/679-sir-reeshmeister-presents/chapter/peerage-titles-check-donation-notes.md The hosts encourage donors to include their peerage titles and notes when sending checks or bank transfers. They read a note from Zachary Stanco in Omaha, who donated $50 to help "cope with the globalists." Keywords: [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), sir mitch bidron, check notes, [globalists](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/globalists.md), total victory ### Shale Gas Fracking, French Anti-Fracking Policy, Total S.A. - **Episode:** [603: Revolution of Dignity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity.md) - **Published:** 2014-12-06 - **Time:** 33:02–34:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/603-revolution-of-dignity/chapter/shale-gas-fracking-french-anti-fracking-policy-total-s-a.md The geopolitical conflict in Ukraine is framed as a struggle over energy resources, specifically shale gas fields. The hosts discuss a French debate where a socialist politician argued that the crisis is a "scam" to get American gas into Europe. They note that while France has banned fracking domestically, French energy company Total S.A. continues fracking operations abroad. Keywords: [shale gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/shale-gas.md), [fracking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fracking.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), total s.a., [energy security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/energy-security.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md) ### Death of Total CEO Christophe de Margerie in Russia - **Episode:** [665: Jihadi Cool](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/665-jihadi-cool.md) - **Published:** 2014-11-02 - **Time:** 44:59–45:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/665-jihadi-cool/chapter/death-of-total-ceo-christophe-de-margerie-in-russia.md Christophe de Margerie, the CEO of French oil giant Total SA, died in a plane crash at Moscow's Vnukovo Airport after his private jet collided with a snowplow. The incident occurred as de Margerie was actively pursuing energy deals with Russia despite international sanctions. The suspicious nature of the accident has led to various theories regarding potential foul play given the CEO's opposition to EU energy policies. Keywords: christophe de margerie, total sa, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), vnukovo airport, [oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oil.md) ### Swedish Submarine Hunt and Total Oil CEO Death - **Episode:** [663: Pupil Progression Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan.md) - **Published:** 2014-10-24 - **Time:** 2:49:47–2:53:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/663-pupil-progression-plan/chapter/swedish-submarine-hunt-and-total-oil-ceo-death.md The Swedish Navy continues a "fucked up" hunt for a suspected Russian submarine off the coast of Stockholm. Meanwhile, the CEO of Total Oil, Christophe de Margerie, dies in a plane crash in Moscow. The hosts discuss the suspicious nature of the crash and de Margerie's opposition to sanctions against Russia, noting his 30-billion-dollar deal with Gazprom. Keywords: [sweden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sweden.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [submarine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/submarine.md), christophe de margerie, [total oil](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/total-oil.md) ### Obama Helicopter Speech and Atlanticist Oil Interests - **Episode:** [642: Walking Bear](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-10 - **Time:** 38:04–42:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/642-walking-bear/chapter/obama-helicopter-speech-and-atlanticist-oil-interests.md An analysis of President Obama's speech delivered in front of his helicopter regarding the crisis in Iraq. 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