Topic: Vodka

The show concludes with a "tip of the day" from John C. Dvorak, who reveals that Kirkland's imported French vodka at Costco is actually white-labeled Grey Goose. Final audio mixes featuring Diddy and Hillary Clinton clips are played as the hosts sign off.

Major corporations including Apple, North Face, and Kohl's face increased scrutiny and potential boycotts for their Pride Month marketing. As 20 states pass bans on transgender medical treatments for minors, sponsors are becoming more hesitant to engage in "pride-washing" due to fears of impacting their bottom line.

The hosts acknowledge various gifts received at their PO Box, including port-infused tea from the No Agenda Tea Club and spirits from listeners. A "rain stick" incident is mentioned, where the device fell over, prompting jokes about weather manipulation. These interactions emphasize the personal connection between the hosts and their "producers" (listeners).

President Biden announces new sanctions banning imports of Russian seafood, vodka, and diamonds. The hosts mock the focus on these items while ignoring critical commodities like wheat and fertilizer. They also question the accuracy of reports claiming the U.S. is cutting off oligarchs like Viktor Vekselberg from "American-made" luxury watches and vehicles.

The global "cancellation" of Russia includes renaming Chicken Kiev and restaurants dropping the word "poutine" due to its similarity to Putin's name. In a major news development, WNBA star Brittany Griner was arrested at a Moscow airport for allegedly possessing vape cartridges with cannabis oil. She faces up to 10 years in prison under Russian law.

The hosts conduct a formal knighting ceremony for several producers, including Sir Mike Addick and Dame Lisa Stradler of the Universe. The "roundtable" is metaphorically set with luxury items like "Crystal Head vodka," "sake and sushi," and "vintage U47 microphones." The segment serves as the official induction for the episode's highest-tier supporters.

A lesson on infusing vodka is shared, inspired by a bartender in Jakarta who made superior pepper vodka using fresh serranos. The speaker recommends using Costco's Kirkland French vodka as a base, claiming it is actually Gray Goose sold at a significantly lower price.

A formal knighting ceremony is held for Sir Donald Earl of Mills for his $1,000 contribution. The ceremony includes the traditional No Agenda list of "rewards," such as hookers and blow, brisket, and Polish potato vodka, as he is welcomed to the No Agenda Round Table.

A discussion about "Rocket, Texas" leads to a story about the Super Collider project that was canceled during the Clinton administration. The hosts then pivot to the history of vodka, asserting that it was invented in Poland and that the country's scientific output, including Copernicus, suffered for 300 years due to the invention.

A detailed lesson on infusing vodka is provided, with a recommendation to use Costco's Kirkland French vodka, which is widely believed to be Grey Goose. The host shares experiences infusing spirits with serrano peppers, bison grass, and even cannabis branches.

A donor asks to be "de-douched" after a drunken weekend and mentions his girlfriend Sarah. The conversation takes a turn when the term "donkey punch" is introduced. Dvorak, unfamiliar with the term, is told to look it up on the internet, leading to a brief explanation of the violent sexual slang from Urban Dictionary.

The hosts thank executive and associate executive producers for their financial support. A donor mentions using the Amazon Echo, leading to a discussion about "Alexa" telling jokes and the potential security risks of always-on microphones. Other topics include vodka preferences and a request for Rick Perry clips.

Two unusual media stories are discussed: the $1.1 million theft of "Spirit of the Czars" vodka in Florida and a Freakonomics blog post claiming the McDonald's McDouble is the "cheapest, most nutritious food" in history. The hosts dismiss both as likely marketing stunts or "bogus" corporate propaganda.

A package from Sir Cogs containing "No Agenda Moonshine" arrived, featuring a high-quality 180-proof spirit distilled from sugar cane. Because it is not grain-based, the producer claims it contains no methanol. The hosts describe the product as having professional packaging and suggest it could be a viable commercial product if diluted with water to create a premium vodka-like spirit.

The history of NASCAR is debated in the context of bootlegging and moonshine running in North Carolina. The segment predicts a rise in legal moonshine as a marketing trend, comparing it to the popularity of high-end vodka and tequila.

Listener feedback covers topics ranging from the chemical properties of ethanol to a satirical cocktail named "The Santorum." The hosts discuss how ethanol can help remove water from gas tanks but contains less energy than pure gasoline. The "Santorum" drink, involving peppermint patties and vodka, is presented as a humorous take on the presidential candidate's name.

A news clip warns parents about teenagers using vodka-soaked tampons to get drunk, a story the hosts deconstruct as a recurring media scare. In international news, Mexico's Interior Minister Blake Mora died in a helicopter crash. The hosts suggest the crash may be related to the "Fast and Furious" gun-running scandal and the cleaning up of evidence.

Police in Germany issued a warning about teenagers using vodka-soaked tampons to get drunk without having alcohol on their breath. The hosts suspect this may be a "copycat" trend inspired by a recent Law & Order episode. They also critique a study claiming women would trade a year of life for a perfect body, labeling it a marketing scam for a new charity.

Australian radio personality Maynard interviewed an optometrist, Ian Emsley, regarding the "vodka eyeballing" trend previously discussed on No Agenda. The medical expert confirms that while the practice is dangerous and uses alcohol as a disinfectant in the eye, the claim that it gets a person drunk faster is biologically false. The hosts conclude that while the trend is real among youth, the perceived rapid intoxication is likely a placebo effect.

The hosts confirm the reality of "vodka eyeballing," a trend where individuals pour vodka directly into their eyes to get drunk faster. The practice is traced back to the 2000 British film "Kevin and Perry Go Large" starring Harry Enfield. Despite the risk of blindness, the trend has reportedly gained traction on YouTube among young people.