# Vision on The No Agenda Show Vision comes up in 40 chapters across 39 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2008 to September 2026. - **Chapters:** 40 - **Episodes:** 39 - **Discussed:** December 2008 – September 2026 - **Related topics:** [Ophthalmology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ophthalmology.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Glasses](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/glasses.md), [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Meta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meta.md), [Metaverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metaverse.md), [Microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [Optometrist](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/optometrist.md), [Spatial Computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spatial-computing.md), [Troll Room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troll-room.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 40 ### GLP-1 Lawsuits and Cosmetic Peptides - **Episode:** [1906: Name Drop](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop.md) - **Published:** 2026-09-24 - **Time:** 1:46:11–1:54:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1906-name-drop/chapter/glp-1-lawsuits-and-cosmetic-peptides.md Pharmaceutical companies Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly face lawsuits alleging that GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic cause a rare type of vision loss. The hosts discuss the widespread use of these drugs for weight loss and the growing trend of "micro-dosing" peptides and Botox among social circles. They express skepticism regarding the long-term safety of these treatments and the "aesthetics" culture driving their popularity. Keywords: [ozempic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ozempic.md), wagovi, [eli lilly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eli-lilly.md), vision loss, [botox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/botox.md), [peptides](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peptides.md) ### Apple Vision Pro, Spatial Computing for Podcasting - **Episode:** [1848: Podcaster Down!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down.md) - **Published:** 2026-03-05 - **Time:** 55:32–58:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down/chapter/apple-vision-pro-spatial-computing-for-podcasting.md The Apple Vision Pro is analyzed as a business tool for "spatial computing" rather than just a consumer entertainment device. A vision for the future of podcasting is presented, where hosts use the headset to manage multiple virtual screens and "Minority Report" style interfaces while traveling. Keywords: [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md), [spatial computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spatial-computing.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [vr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vr.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Blackhawk Helicopter Crash, NTSB Preliminary Report - **Episode:** [1739: Hypophora](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-16 - **Time:** 2:42:15–2:51:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora/chapter/blackhawk-helicopter-crash-ntsb-preliminary-report.md The NTSB released a preliminary report on the collision between a military Blackhawk helicopter and a regional jet. The investigation suggests that a 0.8-second microphone key-up by the helicopter crew may have "stepped on" a critical tower transmission. The hosts debate the technical limitations of legacy half-duplex radio systems in aviation and the risks of conducting military training exercises near busy commercial airports. Keywords: [blackhawk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackhawk.md), [ntsb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ntsb.md), [aviation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aviation.md), half-duplex, night vision goggles ### Apple Vision Pro and Lithium Battery Obsolescence - **Episode:** [1724: Boomer Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-26 - **Time:** 2:06:00–2:10:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode/chapter/apple-vision-pro-and-lithium-battery-obsolescence.md Adam Curry notes that younger generations are increasingly interested in flip phones to combat TikTok addiction. The hosts discuss a congressman's idea that new materials could make lithium obsolete. They also mention New York's efforts to ban non-certified lithium-ion batteries due to fire risks. Keywords: [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md), [flip phones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flip-phones.md), tiktok addiction, [lithium](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lithium.md), e-bikes, [pollution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pollution.md) ### Janet Yellen, Commercial Real Estate, Work From Home Trends - **Episode:** [1632: King for a Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1632-king-for-a-day.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-10 - **Time:** 2:13:25–2:19:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1632-king-for-a-day/chapter/janet-yellen-commercial-real-estate-work-from-home-trends.md Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed concern over the stress in the commercial real estate market caused by high interest rates and shifts in work patterns. With many office buildings facing high vacancy rates, regional banks are under pressure to manage potential loan losses. The rise of "spatial computing" devices like the Apple Vision Pro is cited as a factor that may permanently cement the work-from-home trend. Keywords: [janet yellen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/janet-yellen.md), [commercial real estate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/commercial-real-estate.md), [work from home](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/work-from-home.md), [banking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking.md), [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md) ### Stagnant Tech Innovation, Apple Vision Pro, Hercules Graphics Card - **Episode:** [1631: Pulling a Johnson](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1631-pulling-a-johnson.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-04 - **Time:** 1:28:34–1:32:33 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1631-pulling-a-johnson/chapter/stagnant-tech-innovation-apple-vision-pro-hercules-graphics-card.md The hosts discuss the lack of exciting new developments in technology, dismissing the Apple Vision Pro and the "GPT store" as underwhelming. Dvorak reminisces about the early days of microcomputing, the S-100 bus, and the Hercules graphics card, noting that early tech pioneers often cashed out and retired early. They suggest the current era is one of stagnation where big tech companies dominate through data and GPU ownership. Keywords: [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md), [web3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/web3.md), [metaverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metaverse.md), s100 bus, hercules card ### Podcast Community, Modern Apps, and Infrastructure - **Episode:** [1630: Potty Mouth Parrots](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1630-potty-mouth-parrots.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-01 - **Time:** 2:24:39–2:29:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1630-potty-mouth-parrots/chapter/podcast-community-modern-apps-and-infrastructure.md The hosts discuss the "No Agenda" community, highlighting the "Troll Room" and the importance of modern podcast apps like Podverse. They thank their infrastructure lead, VoidZero, for maintaining the show's technical backend. The segment also touches on the "Value for Value" model as an alternative to the failing advertising and exclusivity models of Silicon Valley. Keywords: [podverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podverse.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [voidzero](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voidzero.md), [troll room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troll-room.md), [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md) ### Big Tech Ownership of the Film Industry - **Episode:** [1573: 4 No Youth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth.md) - **Published:** 2023-07-16 - **Time:** 5:55–8:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1573-4-no-youth/chapter/big-tech-ownership-of-the-film-industry.md The shift in the movie business from traditional theaters to home-based technology like the Apple Vision Pro is analyzed as a takeover by Big Tech. The Silicon Valley business model is criticized for extracting creative identity while providing little value in return. The hosts argue that the "magic money machine" of streaming is over, as major CEOs like Bob Iger face a landscape where streaming services are consistently losing money. Keywords: [apple vision pro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple-vision-pro.md), [silicon valley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/silicon-valley.md), [bob iger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bob-iger.md), [streaming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/streaming.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md) ### Apple Vision Pro, Spatial Computing, Virtual Reality - **Episode:** [1562: Tink Tank](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1562-tink-tank.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-08 - **Time:** 46:22–57:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1562-tink-tank/chapter/apple-vision-pro-spatial-computing-virtual-reality.md Apple unveiled the Vision Pro, a $3,500 mixed reality headset marketed as a "spatial computer." The device features eye-tracking, hand gestures, and an external LED screen that displays a digital version of the user's eyes. Discussion centers on its potential as a business tool for "tiny home" living and its possible applications in military simulations, despite concerns about long-term health effects on vision. Keywords: [apple](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apple.md), vision pro, [spatial computing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spatial-computing.md), mixed reality, meta quest ### Meta's Segment Anything Model and AI Training Realities - **Episode:** [1544: Trusted Flaggers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers.md) - **Published:** 2023-04-06 - **Time:** 1:05:32–1:10:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1544-trusted-flaggers/chapter/meta-s-segment-anything-model-and-ai-training-realities.md Meta's release of the "Segment Anything Model" (SAM) for object identification in images and videos is discussed. The hosts debunk the "magic" of the AI by explaining the underlying labor involved, where thousands of workers in the Philippines and India perform manual data labeling for micropayments. They characterize the hype surrounding computer vision as a waste of corporate resources that relies on human-in-the-loop training rather than true autonomous intelligence. Keywords: [meta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meta.md), sam model, [mark zuckerberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-zuckerberg.md), [computer vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-vision.md), data labeling, [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md), [india](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/india.md) ### Computer Vision Profiling, Silicon Valley Entitlement - **Episode:** [1539: Putinoids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-19 - **Time:** 1:46:26–1:50:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1539-putinoids/chapter/computer-vision-profiling-silicon-valley-entitlement.md TikTok uses advanced computer vision to automatically catalog items in users' rooms, creating real-time consumer profiles for advertisers. This technological advantage has led to "entitlement" among Silicon Valley giants like Google and Microsoft, who are losing market share. The established tech companies are now pivoting to AI and ChatGPT to regain their dominance in the advertising market. Keywords: [computer vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-vision.md), [metadata](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metadata.md), consumer profiling, [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [entitlement](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/entitlement.md) ### TikTok Search Ads, Computer Vision Technology - **Episode:** [1538: FedNow](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-16 - **Time:** 54:39–1:01:34 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1538-fednow/chapter/tiktok-search-ads-computer-vision-technology.md TikTok has officially entered the search advertising market, directly challenging the dominance of Google and Meta. The platform's "secret sauce" is identified as advanced computer vision technology that analyzes video backgrounds to identify products and books for targeted advertising. Lawmakers are accused of seeking to ban the app not for privacy reasons, but because it operates outside the established U.S. national security and censorship apparatus. Keywords: [tiktok](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tiktok.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [meta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meta.md), search ads, [computer vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-vision.md), [algorithm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/algorithm.md) ### Black Sea Grain Initiative, Biodiversity Framework - **Episode:** [1505: Cat's Paw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-20 - **Time:** 34:29–37:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1505-cat-s-paw/chapter/black-sea-grain-initiative-biodiversity-framework.md The G20 welcomed the Black Sea Grain Initiative, a UN-brokered deal between Russia and Turkey to allow grain exports through the Black Sea. Additionally, leaders discussed the post-2020 global biodiversity framework, which aims to protect 30% of all land and sea by 2030. This "2050 Vision of Living in Harmony with Nature" seeks to restore ecosystems and ensure long-term environmental sustainability. Keywords: black sea grain initiative, [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [biodiversity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biodiversity.md), 2050 vision ### The Return of Smell-O-Vision Technology in the Metaverse - **Episode:** [1434: Second Lady](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-17 - **Time:** 3:00:18–3:03:43 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1434-second-lady/chapter/the-return-of-smell-o-vision-technology-in-the-metaverse.md OVR Technology in Vermont is developing "Smell-O-Vision" cartridges for virtual reality headsets, allowing users to experience scents like roses or gunsmoke in the Metaverse. This technology is a modern iteration of 1950s cinema experiments that failed due to lingering odors. Researchers claim that scent is a powerful tool for creating presence and memories in virtual environments, though critics remain skeptical of its consumer appeal. Keywords: ovr technology, [metaverse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/metaverse.md), smell-o-vision, [virtual reality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virtual-reality.md), sensory tech ### Cataract Surgery Recovery and Vision Correction - **Episode:** [1385: Flu Zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1385-flu-zone.md) - **Published:** 2021-09-26 - **Time:** 1:29:52–1:32:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1385-flu-zone/chapter/cataract-surgery-recovery-and-vision-correction.md A personal account of recovering from cataract surgery describes the choice of long-distance intraocular lenses. The recovery process involves switching between different pairs of glasses for reading and computer work while the eyes stabilize over a 30-day period. Keywords: [cataract surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cataract-surgery.md), [ophthalmology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ophthalmology.md), [vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vision.md), astigmatism, reading glasses ### COVID-19 Long-Term Effects, COVID Toe, Smell-O-Vision - **Episode:** [1290: Hairy Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs.md) - **Published:** 2020-10-31 - **Time:** 2:00:07–2:03:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1290-hairy-legs/chapter/covid-19-long-term-effects-covid-toe-smell-o-vision.md A discussion on the long-term effects of COVID-19 covers "COVID toe," a condition where toes turn yellow and appear to rot. The hosts remain skeptical of many reported long-term symptoms, comparing them to the lingering effects of a severe flu. They also briefly reminisce about failed historical attempts to integrate "smell-o-vision" technology into computers and media. Keywords: [covid toe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covid-toe.md), long-term effects, [comorbidities](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/comorbidities.md), smell-o-vision, medical anomalies ### Amazon "Show and Tell", Vision Accessibility - **Episode:** [1211: Pale Male](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-30 - **Time:** 2:18:48–2:21:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1211-pale-male/chapter/amazon-show-and-tell-vision-accessibility.md Amazon's "Show and Tell" feature for the Echo Show allows blind and low-vision users to identify household items by holding them up to the camera. While touted as a revolutionary accessibility tool, the hosts point out the broader implications of Amazon's computer vision technology. They recall the "Fire Phone" which had similar object-recognition features intended to drive instant purchases from the Amazon store. Keywords: [amazon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amazon.md), [alexa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alexa.md), show and tell, [accessibility](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/accessibility.md), [computer vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-vision.md) ### Host Banter on Troll Room Addiction and Subliminal Processing - **Episode:** [1157: Carbon Captions](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1157-carbon-captions.md) - **Published:** 2019-07-25 - **Time:** 1:16:56–1:19:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1157-carbon-captions/chapter/host-banter-on-troll-room-addiction-and-subliminal-processing.md The hosts discuss the habit of monitoring the live "troll room" chat during the broadcast. One host posits that their brain has developed a mechanism to process the scrolling text in their peripheral vision, allowing them to catch relevant one-liners without losing focus on the main presentation. Keywords: [troll room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troll-room.md), [live stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/live-stream.md), peripheral vision, [multitasking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/multitasking.md), [host banter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/host-banter.md) ### Bionic Eye Technology, Fixed Focal Lenses and Perception - **Episode:** [1106: Smart Wall](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-25 - **Time:** 1:02:21–1:05:22 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1106-smart-wall/chapter/bionic-eye-technology-fixed-focal-lenses-and-perception.md A discussion regarding a host's "bionic eye" surgery explains the mechanics of fixed versus variable focal length lenses. The procedure involves a lens that allows for binocular vision but requires the brain to "piece together" images from different focal points. This technological intervention in human sight prompts a brief philosophical reflection on the sketchy nature of visual reality. Keywords: [bionic eye](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bionic-eye.md), focal length, binocular vision, retina, [ophthalmology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ophthalmology.md), [perception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perception.md) ### AI Vulnerabilities, Stop Sign Vandalism Research - **Episode:** [1020: Undercount of Color](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1020-undercount-of-color.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-29 - **Time:** 18:02–20:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1020-undercount-of-color/chapter/ai-vulnerabilities-stop-sign-vandalism-research.md Research into tricking AI systems reveals that simple stickers on stop signs can cause autonomous vehicles to misidentify them as speed limit signs. This vulnerability poses a significant risk for the future of autonomous trucking, as vandals or disgruntled workers could easily confuse vehicle sensors. The hosts argue that these edge cases prove the technology is not yet ready for widespread deployment. Keywords: [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [computer vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/computer-vision.md), [vandalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vandalism.md), [trucking industry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trucking-industry.md), optical character recognition [Next page](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vision.md?offset=20) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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