# Vortex on The No Agenda Show Vortex comes up in 32 chapters across 30 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2010 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 32 - **Episodes:** 30 - **Discussed:** December 2010 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Climate Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [Global Cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md), [Global Warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [Jet Stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jet-stream.md), [Knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [Canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [Donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [John Holdren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-holdren.md), [Michio Kaku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michio-kaku.md), [Superstorm Sandy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superstorm-sandy.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 32 ### Sir Kexicus and AI JCD Nightmare - **Episode:** [1916: The Final Episode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-30 - **Time:** 4:05:28–4:07:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1916-the-final-episode/chapter/sir-kexicus-and-ai-jcd-nightmare.md Sir Kexicus donates for a challenge coin and mentions a nightmare where the final episode was hosted by an AI version of John C. Dvorak. The "No Agenda Marching Jingle" is played in response. Roag, Duke of the Pacific Vortex, also contributes, reflecting on the community's role as "able-bodied foot soldiers" for rational thought. Keywords: sir kexicus, [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), marching jingle, pacific vortex, [challenge coin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/challenge-coin.md) ### PC Magazine "81" Donation, Vortex Ring State - **Episode:** [1071: Commie Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey.md) - **Published:** 2025-12-31 - **Time:** 2:15:20–2:20:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1071-commie-comey/chapter/pc-magazine-81-donation-vortex-ring-state.md A donor contributes $81, a number derived from the alphanumeric values of the letters in "F-U-C-K P-C M-A-G." Other donors from Slovenia and various U.S. states are thanked. One listener, "Sir Chris of the Vortex Ring State," is recognized for his support, prompting a brief explanation of the dangerous helicopter flight condition known as vortex ring state. Keywords: [pc magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pc-magazine.md), [ziff davis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ziff-davis.md), [vortex ring state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vortex-ring-state.md), [slovenia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slovenia.md), donation math ### Bomb Cyclone Weather Events, Texas Power Grid Reliability - **Episode:** [1515: Scop Christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-02 - **Time:** 8:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas/chapter/bomb-cyclone-weather-events-texas-power-grid-reliability.md Severe winter weather across 45 states prompts a discussion on the technical definition of a bomb cyclone, requiring a 24-millibar pressure drop within 24 hours. The 2021 Texas power grid failure is compared to current national grid struggles during extreme cold. Claims are made that recent flight cancellations attributed to weather were actually caused by pilot shortages and staff walkouts at Southwest Airlines. Keywords: [bomb cyclone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bomb-cyclone.md), [texas power grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-power-grid.md), weather phenomenon, [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md) ### Administrative Cleanup, Email Address Correction - **Episode:** [1503: Strung Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-13 - **Time:** 1:54:40–1:56:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out/chapter/administrative-cleanup-email-address-correction.md The hosts issue a correction regarding their email address, reminding listeners to use "notes@noagendashow.net." They discuss the "donation vortex" where notes get lost and reiterate that a full system overhaul is planned for the first quarter of the next year. Keywords: [no agenda show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-show.md), [email](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/email.md), donation vortex, q1 revamp, [bookkeeping](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bookkeeping.md) ### Global Warming Records, Extraterrestrial Threats, and Economic Motors - **Episode:** [1336: Climate Crisis Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1336-climate-crisis-special.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-08 - **Time:** 5:43–10:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1336-climate-crisis-special/chapter/global-warming-records-extraterrestrial-threats-and-economic-motors.md News reports from 2015 and 2019 highlight record-breaking global temperatures and atmospheric carbon levels reaching 415 parts per million, a level not seen since the Pliocene period. One report details a Penn State study suggesting aliens might attack Earth due to greenhouse gas emissions, while others link the polar vortex to melting Arctic ice. George Soros argues that investing in green technology and a "new world order" is necessary to replace the American consumer as the motor of the world economy. Keywords: [nasa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nasa.md), [noaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noaa.md), [carbon dioxide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-dioxide.md), pliocene period, [george soros](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-soros.md), [jet stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jet-stream.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md) ### Climate Change Grief, Media Evolution, and Polar Vortex - **Episode:** [1336: Climate Crisis Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1336-climate-crisis-special.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-08 - **Time:** 1:17:39–1:20:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1336-climate-crisis-special/chapter/climate-change-grief-media-evolution-and-polar-vortex.md A satirical segment featuring an Arnold Schwarzenegger impersonator explores "climate change grief" and the five stages of denial. Media analysts discuss how news organizations have evolved to connect individual weather events, like the polar vortex, directly to climate change. However, Fox News host Brian Kilmeade suggests the term "climate change" was adopted only after "global warming" failed to account for severe cold weather. Keywords: [climate grief](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-grief.md), [arnold schwarzenegger](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arnold-schwarzenegger.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [meteorology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meteorology.md), [brian kilmeade](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brian-kilmeade.md) ### Executive Producer Donations, The Vortex - **Episode:** [1335: Easter Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1335-easter-special.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-05 - **Time:** 1:40:38–1:44:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1335-easter-special/chapter/executive-producer-donations-the-vortex.md The donation segment begins with large anonymous contributions from Berwyn, Illinois. The hosts discuss "Sir Goldplate" being stuck in "the vortex"—a delay in recognition for donations—and share personal anecdotes about memory and health supplements. Keywords: berwyn, sir goldplate, [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md), [vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vortex.md), [b12](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/b12.md) ### Texas Winter Storm, Personal Preparedness and Infrastructure Failures - **Episode:** [1322: Dark Fate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1322-dark-fate.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-18 - **Time:** 3:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1322-dark-fate/chapter/texas-winter-storm-personal-preparedness-and-infrastructure-failures.md A personal account of the February 2021 Texas power crisis describes maintaining a home above 50 degrees using gas appliances and insulation. The narrative highlights widespread infrastructure failures in Austin, specifically noting how tankless water heaters cracked due to electricity loss and freezing temperatures. Neighbors in the local cul-de-sac faced significant plumbing damage while local news and streaming services remained largely inaccessible. Keywords: [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), tankless water heaters, [winter storm uri](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/winter-storm-uri.md), [preparedness](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/preparedness.md) ### Carbon Credits, John Holdren and the CO2 Narrative - **Episode:** [1322: Dark Fate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1322-dark-fate.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-18 - **Time:** 49:53–53:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1322-dark-fate/chapter/carbon-credits-john-holdren-and-the-co2-narrative.md The transition from "global cooling" to "global warming" is described as a financial maneuver to establish carbon credits and new valuation systems. John Holdren, an advisor in the Obama administration, is cited as a figure who previously promoted cooling theories before pivoting to warming. The term "carbon pollution" is criticized as a linguistic shift away from the scientific reality of CO2. Keywords: [al gore](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-gore.md), [carbon credits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carbon-credits.md), [john holdren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-holdren.md), [co2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/co2.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md) ### Executive Producer Rogue, Knighthood for Donald Trump - **Episode:** [1314: Gnarler](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1314-gnarler.md) - **Published:** 2021-01-21 - **Time:** 1:08:14–1:11:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1314-gnarler/chapter/executive-producer-rogue-knighthood-for-donald-trump.md Executive Producer "Rogue" contributes a significant donation and requests an upgrade to "Earl of the Pacific Trash Vortex." Rogue also requests that $1,000 of the donation be used to endow a knighthood for Donald J. Trump, suggesting the former president needs a new "electronic home" after being de-platformed. Keywords: rogue, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), pacific trash vortex, [donation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donation.md) ### Polar Vortex, Global Warming Media Narrative - **Episode:** [1108: Sarcasm](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-01 - **Time:** 4:02–6:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1108-sarcasm/chapter/polar-vortex-global-warming-media-narrative.md The discussion examines media coverage of the extreme cold in the American Midwest contrasted with record heat in Australia. NBC News reports suggest that the "breaking" of the jet stream like a dam is evidence of climate change, a claim the hosts view with skepticism. They analyze how weather experts at NOAA and various news outlets use the "polar vortex" terminology to link seasonal cold snaps to greenhouse gas warming. Keywords: [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md), [jet stream](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jet-stream.md), arctic air ### Frigid Weather, Polar Vortex, Knighthood Ceremonies - **Episode:** [1107: Carbon Budget](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-27 - **Time:** 2:05:40–2:08:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1107-carbon-budget/chapter/frigid-weather-polar-vortex-knighthood-ceremonies.md Extreme cold weather across the US and Europe is discussed in contrast to global warming alarmism. A donor named "Dame J of the Angry Clouds" reached the $1,000 contribution level and requested cinnamon rolls and "VFR" (Visual Flight Rules) for her knighthood ceremony. Other donors, including Alan Hayes and Gerald Preston, were recognized for their support during the "frigid" start to the year. Keywords: [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), visual flight rules, cinnamon rolls ### Chili Recipe, Vortex Ring State, Canadian Exchange Rates - **Episode:** [1105: BOMBSHELL!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1105-bombshell.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-20 - **Time:** 2:10:39–2:14:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1105-bombshell/chapter/chili-recipe-vortex-ring-state-canadian-exchange-rates.md The hosts discuss a listener-requested chili recipe available through the show's online resources. A donation from a helicopter pilot prompts a mention of "Vortex Ring State," a dangerous aerodynamic condition. The segment includes a list of $50 donors from various locations, including North Carolina, Florida, and Pennsylvania, while jokingly correcting a donor's attempt to use a favorable Canadian exchange rate for their contribution. Keywords: [chili recipe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chili-recipe.md), [helicopter pilot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/helicopter-pilot.md), [vortex ring state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vortex-ring-state.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md), [philadelphia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philadelphia.md) ### European Winter Weather, Global Cooling Claims - **Episode:** [1012: Value Convo](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-01 - **Time:** 2:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1012-value-convo/chapter/european-winter-weather-global-cooling-claims.md Severe winter weather across Europe and the UK prompted warnings from the NHS regarding a "perfect storm" of freezing temperatures, norovirus, and flu. Reports of snow in Rome and Ireland are cited as evidence for a potential "little ice age" or global cooling trend. Keywords: [nhs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhs.md), [uk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/uk.md), [ireland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ireland.md), [rome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rome.md), [global cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md), [little ice age](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/little-ice-age.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md) ### Global Cooling History, Record Cold Temperatures 2018 - **Episode:** [996: Rats on a Plane](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane.md) - **Published:** 2018-01-05 - **Time:** 12:57–17:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/996-rats-on-a-plane/chapter/global-cooling-history-record-cold-temperatures-2018.md Record low temperatures are recorded across the United States, with the average temperature in the continental U.S. dropping to 9.3 degrees. Chicago is on track to tie a 1936 record for consecutive days below 20 degrees, while Tallahassee, Florida, sees its first snow in decades. Historical references are made to 1970s "global cooling" fears promoted by scientists like John Holdren to contrast with current climate narratives. Keywords: [global cooling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-cooling.md), [john holdren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-holdren.md), [record cold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/record-cold.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [tallahassee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tallahassee.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md) ### Arctic Vortex, Global Warming Education - **Episode:** [994: Scromit](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/994-scromit.md) - **Published:** 2017-12-28 - **Time:** 1:54:24–1:56:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/994-scromit/chapter/arctic-vortex-global-warming-education.md Record cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills are affecting the northern United States, with Erie, Pennsylvania, receiving feet of snow. Meanwhile, a Canadian government website is criticized for a story claiming Santa Claus is moving his workshop to the South Pole due to man-made global warming, which hosts describe as educational indoctrination. Keywords: arctic vortex, wind chill, [erie pennsylvania](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erie-pennsylvania.md), [global warming](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-warming.md), [canada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/canada.md) ### Polar Vortex Weather and Impersonation Grievances - **Episode:** [983: 3 Belts No Road](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/983-3-belts-no-road.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-19 - **Time:** 57:03–59:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/983-3-belts-no-road/chapter/polar-vortex-weather-and-impersonation-grievances.md Adam Curry expresses frustration over listeners sending emails to Senator Watson while impersonating him to request the senator co-host the show. This follows a discussion on the "polar vortex" being used as a disingenuous term for harsh winters. Curry also complains about being subscribed to dozens of unwanted newsletters, describing the practice as a form of "reverse doxing." Keywords: [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), senator watson, email spoofing, [newsletters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsletters.md) ### Birthdays and the Missing Knighthood Vortex - **Episode:** [888: Dutch Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/888-dutch-trump.md) - **Published:** 2016-12-22 - **Time:** 2:53:15–2:56:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/888-dutch-trump/chapter/birthdays-and-the-missing-knighthood-vortex.md The hosts read birthday shout-outs for various listeners and their family members. They address a "missed knighthood" for Jason Brockman, explaining that he fell into a "vortex" because his email subject line was unclear. They remind producers to use specific subject lines for donation requests. Keywords: [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vortex.md), [twitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/twitter.md), jason brockman, subject line ### Weather Versus Climate Debate and Polar Vortex - **Episode:** [725: Cricket Flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-30 - **Time:** 7:51–9:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/weather-versus-climate-debate-and-polar-vortex.md A distinction is made between weather and climate, noting that proponents of climate change theory often conflate the two when extreme heat occurs but use terms like "polar vortex" to explain extreme cold. The naming of "Superstorm Sandy" is characterized as a tactic used by insurance companies to avoid payouts associated with hurricane designations. Keywords: [superstorm sandy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/superstorm-sandy.md), [weather](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/weather.md), [climate](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate.md), [polar vortex](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polar-vortex.md), [insurance companies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/insurance-companies.md) ### Bill McKibben, 2014 Hottest Year Claims - **Episode:** [683: Team Taylor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-01 - **Time:** 2:09:22–2:12:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/bill-mckibben-2014-hottest-year-claims.md Environmentalist Bill McKibben claims 2014 was the hottest calendar year on record, citing irreversible melts in the West Antarctic ice sheet. The hosts contrast this with the "Polar Vortex" news from the previous year and mock media portrayals of residents in Jasper, Alabama, struggling with extreme cold. 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