Topic: Tribute

Agent Orange, a long-time producer from the Dutch military, submits a musical tribute honoring the 1,900 episodes of No Agenda. The song reflects on the connection between the hosts and the global producer community. Adam Curry acknowledges the producer's past contributions, including a humorous reference to a "quantum dots" theory during the COVID-19 era.

Bill Mountaineer performs a vocal tribute to the hosts, expressing the "selfish" desire for the show to last forever. Adam Curry jokes that the song will likely trigger a copyright strike on Spotify despite being a parody. The segment emphasizes the personal connection listeners felt with the hosts, even without meeting them.

Baron Jeremy Johnson submits a musical parody of "Video Killed the Radio Star," titled "The Radio Star Never Died." The lyrics celebrate the transition from MTV to podcasting and the 19 years of independent production. The song serves as a tribute to both Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak, emphasizing that the signal lives on through the producers.

A musical tribute produced by Rocket Boy 333 is played, featuring lyrics that honor the 19-year history of the show. The song mentions Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak, celebrating the community and the "thousand curious mornings" shared by the listeners. The hosts pause for a "two-minute break" to let the music play.

The episode ends with a series of musical tributes and an "End of Show Mix" by Bill Montenay. The songs reflect on 19 years of media deconstruction, the "Value for Value" model, and the legacy of John C. Dvorak. The final audio includes classic Dvorak clips and a final "Adios Mofos" sign-off, marking the penultimate moment of the series.

A special challenge coin has been created as a tribute to the late John C. Dvorak. The segment acknowledges top donors and executive producers who contributed to the episode, including those seeking knighthoods and damehoods. The host reads personal notes from the community honoring Dvorak's legacy and "boomer humor."

Sir Felix Wilson, son of the "Drunken Minstrel" Chris Wilson, provides a humorous audio clip calling his father a "douchebag" and supporting the show's future. This is followed by a series of reports from a No Agenda meetup in Reno, Nevada. Attendees share their love for the Dvorak family and emphasize the show's motto that "connection is protection."

The hosts read significant donations and notes from executive producers, including a $1,776 cash donation from Fred Hadley. A lengthy tribute from "Red Knight" in Bismarck, North Dakota, recounts meeting John C. Dvorak at early TWiT recordings and discusses Dvorak's "one-liner" reviews for Apple IIgs games. The segment serves as a memorial to Dvorak's impact on his audience.

Listeners from Australia, Canada, Finland, and the United States submit donations and personal anecdotes following the passing of John C. Dvorak. Contributors recall Dvorak’s long career spanning from his PCMag columns in the 1980s to his role as a "grandfather figure" on the No Agenda show. The messages highlight how the podcast provided a sense of community during the 2021 lockdowns and inspired new creative projects among the audience.

Charles Wheeler, requesting the title Sir Iron Tribute Rider of FEMA Region 567, donated $128.88 in honor of his annual "Tour of Honor" motorcycle rides. He requested a celebratory meal of rare ribeye steak with garlic herb butter and a cold Coors Light. Wheeler credited the show's media deconstruction with helping him transition from a career in the army.

The hosts pay tribute to long-time listener and frequent emailer "Strokey" Bill Walsh, who passed away on December 19th. Known for his strong advocacy for the cryptocurrency XRP and his critical yet dedicated engagement with the show, Walsh is remembered as a significant member of the "Gitmo Nation" community.

The hosts select their "ISO" clips for the episode and John C. Dvorak provides a "Tip of the Day" for the financial visualization website FinViz.com. The episode ends with a series of musical mixes, including a somber tribute to Charlie Kirk by Sir Chris Wilson. Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak sign off, promising to return for the Sunday show.

The hosts pay tribute to Dick Calkas, a famous artist and editor for Cracked Magazine, who recently entered hospice care for stage four bladder cancer. His son sent a note thanking the hosts for the Delray Beach meetup in February 2020, which he described as one of his father's happiest moments in his final year.

Grizz from Big Rock, Virginia, a former coal mining tech, donated $205.25 and shared that his counselor advised him to stop listening to podcasts. The counselor reportedly took issue with Grizz bringing up facts about flawed PCR tests and mask efficacy. Grizz also paid tribute to his dog, who passed away in May, using a specific donation amount to mark the date.