# Wikipedia on The No Agenda Show Wikipedia comes up in 93 chapters across 89 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2008 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 93 - **Episodes:** 89 - **Discussed:** January 2008 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Jimmy Wales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-wales.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Education](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/education.md), [Google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [Journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Abraham Lincoln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-lincoln.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 93 ### Survivalism and YouTube Deer Dressing Tutorials - **Episode:** [1915: Off The Rails](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-25 - **Time:** 46:20–48:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1915-off-the-rails/chapter/survivalism-and-youtube-deer-dressing-tutorials.md Adam Curry and Jason Calacanis discuss survivalism and the 1% chance of societal collapse. Calacanis admits he doesn't know how to skin a deer, prompting Curry to suggest downloading YouTube tutorials for offline use. They discuss the existence of thumb drives pre-loaded with Wikipedia and other essential data for "off-grid" scenarios. Keywords: [survivalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/survivalism.md), deer dressing, [youtube](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/youtube.md), offline data, [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md) ### Value for Value, Wikipedia Comparison and Podcast CPMs - **Episode:** [1881: Cow Cartel](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel.md) - **Published:** 2026-06-28 - **Time:** 2:04:16–2:09:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1881-cow-cartel/chapter/value-for-value-wikipedia-comparison-and-podcast-cpms.md The hosts explain the "Value for Value" funding model, contrasting it with Wikipedia's fundraising tactics and the "race to the bottom" of traditional podcast advertising based on CPM (cost per mille). They argue that the infinite inventory of "AI slopcasts" is making traditional ads less valuable. The segment highlights how small businesses like Manuka Gold benefit from the No Agenda community's direct support and testimonials. Keywords: [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [cpm](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpm.md), [manuka gold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/manuka-gold.md), [advertising](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/advertising.md) ### Typhus in Los Angeles, Britannica Alternative, Wikipedia Bots - **Episode:** [1858: Nut Spread](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1858-nut-spread.md) - **Published:** 2026-04-09 - **Time:** 2:26:19–2:29:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1858-nut-spread/chapter/typhus-in-los-angeles-britannica-alternative-wikipedia-bots.md John Dvorak's "Tip of the Day" recommends using Britannica.com as a professionally curated alternative to Wikipedia. The suggestion follows reports of a typhus outbreak in Los Angeles and news of an AI bot being banned from Wikipedia for autonomously updating articles. The hosts argue that the internet is "breaking" as automated systems increasingly clash with human-curated platforms. Keywords: [typhus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/typhus.md), [los angeles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/los-angeles.md), britannica, [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [bots](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bots.md) ### Wikipedia Funding and Intelligence Operation Allegations - **Episode:** [1724: Boomer Mode](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-26 - **Time:** 1:41:18–1:44:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1724-boomer-mode/chapter/wikipedia-funding-and-intelligence-operation-allegations.md The hosts discuss the Wikimedia Foundation's 2023 revenue of $245 million, claiming it acts as a "slush fund" for DEI initiatives and intelligence operations. They contrast Wikipedia's funding model with their own "Value for Value" system. A brief clip also mocks the term "Chrismukkah" used in a PBS report. Keywords: [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [wikimedia foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikimedia-foundation.md), [dei](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dei.md), [slush fund](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slush-fund.md), [intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/intelligence.md), chrismukkah ### Kamala Harris Plagiarism Allegations, Christopher Rufo Report - **Episode:** [1705: Kamplaining](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1705-kamplaining.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-20 - **Time:** 6:39–10:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1705-kamplaining/chapter/kamala-harris-plagiarism-allegations-christopher-rufo-report.md Investigative reporter Christopher Rufo published findings alleging that Kamala Harris plagiarized sections of her 2009 book, "Smart on Crime." The report claims Harris copied passages verbatim from a John Jay College press release and Wikipedia without proper attribution, leading to a debate over copyright violations and academic integrity in political writing. Keywords: [kamala harris](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kamala-harris.md), [christopher rufo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christopher-rufo.md), [plagiarism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plagiarism.md), smart on crime, [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md) ### AI Model Collapse and Synthetic Data - **Episode:** [1680: Seismic Sundae](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae.md) - **Published:** 2024-07-25 - **Time:** 1:55:43–1:59:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1680-seismic-sundae/chapter/ai-model-collapse-and-synthetic-data.md A study published in Nature magazine reveals that AI models fed on AI-generated data quickly "collapse" into nonsense. Researchers found that by the ninth generation of training on synthetic text, the output becomes incoherent. This "model collapse" theory suggests that the cost of training models will increase while quality decreases if they cannot access original human-generated content. Keywords: [nature magazine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nature-magazine.md), [model collapse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/model-collapse.md), synthetic data, [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [ai art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai-art.md), llama 3 ### Wikipedia ADL Reliability Dispute, Morning Joe Commentary - **Episode:** [1671: It's The Boyfriend](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1671-it-s-the-boyfriend.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-23 - **Time:** 2:36:44–2:39:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1671-it-s-the-boyfriend/chapter/wikipedia-adl-reliability-dispute-morning-joe-commentary.md Wikipedia editors have officially designated the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) as an "unreliable source" regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict. The decision stems from concerns that the ADL's advocacy work taints its research and data. ADL representatives defended their methodologies on *Morning Joe*, arguing that excluding their data will lead to an increase in anti-Semitic incidents. Keywords: [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [adl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adl.md), [morning joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morning-joe.md), [anti-semitism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anti-semitism.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md) ### History of Search Engines, No Agenda AI Profile - **Episode:** [1515: Scop Christmas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas.md) - **Published:** 2023-06-02 - **Time:** 1:11:38–1:16:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1515-scop-christmas/chapter/history-of-search-engines-no-agenda-ai-profile.md Reflecting on the late 90s, the hosts recall how Yahoo dominated search before Google's rise, suggesting it takes a decade to unseat a market leader. They prompt ChatGPT for a description of the "No Agenda" podcast, finding the result surprisingly accurate and comparable to a Wikipedia entry. A brief mention is made of Mycroft, an open-source alternative to Siri and Alexa. Keywords: [yahoo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yahoo.md), [google](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [mycroft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mycroft.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Google Bard Beta, AI Plagiarism Concerns - **Episode:** [1540: Happy in Helsink](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink.md) - **Published:** 2023-03-23 - **Time:** 28:32–31:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1540-happy-in-helsink/chapter/google-bard-beta-ai-plagiarism-concerns.md A host tests the beta version of Google Bard, which provided inaccurate personal information about Adam Curry's family and history of being banned from Twitter. The discussion covers the high cost of running AI queries and the looming legal battles regarding plagiarism and copyright violations by AI models. Keywords: [google bard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-bard.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [tina snyder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tina-snyder.md), [copyright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/copyright.md) ### Wikipedia Deprecation, Grayzone Censorship - **Episode:** [1496: Deport Greta](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1496-deport-greta.md) - **Published:** 2022-10-20 - **Time:** 1:16:10–1:21:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1496-deport-greta/chapter/wikipedia-deprecation-grayzone-censorship.md The Grayzone and its contributors have been "deprecated" as sources on Wikipedia, meaning their reporting cannot be cited on the platform. This move is attributed to a "regime change racket" within Wikipedia's editing cabal, specifically citing a user named Philip Cross who allegedly spends excessive time scrubbing anti-imperialist voices and protecting US hegemony narratives. Keywords: [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), grayzone, [max blumenthal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/max-blumenthal.md), philip cross, [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), anti-imperialism ### Alejandro Mayorkas Defends Nina Jankowitz Appointment - **Episode:** [1447: G.E.R.M.](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m.md) - **Published:** 2022-05-01 - **Time:** 11:22–15:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1447-g-e-r-m/chapter/alejandro-mayorkas-defends-nina-jankowitz-appointment.md Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas appeared on Meet the Press to defend the appointment of Nina Jankowitz, describing her as eminently qualified for the role. Critics point to her background in Russian and Ukrainian political science and her work at the Woodrow Wilson Center as evidence of deep-state ties. Observations are made regarding the sparse nature of her Wikipedia entry and her personal interests in musical theater. Keywords: [alejandro mayorkas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alejandro-mayorkas.md), [homeland security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/homeland-security.md), nina jankowitz, [meet the press](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/meet-the-press.md), [chuck todd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chuck-todd.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md) ### Jen Psaki and the Putin Price Hike - **Episode:** [1442: Slime Mold](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1442-slime-mold.md) - **Published:** 2022-04-14 - **Time:** 1:09:53–1:16:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1442-slime-mold/chapter/jen-psaki-and-the-putin-price-hike.md White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki introduced the term "Putin's Price Hike" to blame rising gas and food prices on the invasion of Ukraine. The hosts investigate the term "headline inflation," finding its Wikipedia entry dates back to 2007. They argue the administration is using "alliteration" and new economic categories to distract from domestic policy failures. Keywords: [jen psaki](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jen-psaki.md), [inflation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/inflation.md), [cpi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cpi.md), [putin price hike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/putin-price-hike.md), headline inflation, [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md) ### Adam Curry and the Wikipedia Podcasting Entry Controversy - **Episode:** [1418: Homeless Apocalypse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1418-homeless-apocalypse.md) - **Published:** 2022-01-20 - **Time:** 48:47–53:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1418-homeless-apocalypse/chapter/adam-curry-and-the-wikipedia-podcasting-entry-controversy.md Adam Curry discusses his past conflict regarding the Wikipedia entry for podcasting, where he was accused by Rogers Cadenhead of editing the page to inflate his own importance. Curry explains he was unaware of the unwritten rule against editing one's own entry. The hosts critique Wikipedia's reliability and its use as a PR tool for figures like Noam Chomsky. Keywords: [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), rogers cadenhead, [noam chomsky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noam-chomsky.md), edit wars ### No Agenda Social, Decentralized Media Projects - **Episode:** [1333: Vaxxhole](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1333-vaxxhole.md) - **Published:** 2021-03-28 - **Time:** 1:39:50–1:43:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1333-vaxxhole/chapter/no-agenda-social-decentralized-media-projects.md The hosts discuss the growth of No Agenda Social, a federated Mastodon instance, and the broader movement toward decentralized social networks and Wikipedia alternatives. These projects aim to create "cancel-proof" platforms that operate without algorithms or centralized corporate control. Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [blockchain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blockchain.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [decentralization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/decentralization.md) ### Definition of the Standard Man in Research - **Episode:** [1276: Standard Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1276-standard-man.md) - **Published:** 2020-09-10 - **Time:** 52:47–55:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1276-standard-man/chapter/definition-of-the-standard-man-in-research.md The "Standard Man" or "Reference Man" is a theoretical model established by the International Commission on Radiological Protection in 1974. This individual is defined as being 20-30 years old, weighing 70 kilograms (154 lbs), and standing 170 centimeters (5'6") tall. The definition specifically identifies the subject as a Caucasian of Western European or North American habitat, a standard now criticized for its lack of diversity. Keywords: standard man, icrp, [caucasian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/caucasian.md), western europe, [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md) ### WT.Social, Jimmy Wales's New Social Network - **Episode:** [1191: No Sweat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1191-no-sweat.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-21 - **Time:** 2:02:07–2:04:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1191-no-sweat/chapter/wt-social-jimmy-wales-s-new-social-network.md Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales has launched WT.Social, a social network intended to compete with Facebook without selling user data. However, the site currently requires a monthly subscription fee of $12.99 or a $100 annual payment for immediate access, placing users on a long waiting list otherwise. The lack of a "free taste" or visible timeline is criticized as a poor business strategy. Keywords: wt.social, [jimmy wales](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-wales.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [paywall](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/paywall.md) ### NewsGuard Ratings for Breitbart, Drudge, and Wikipedia - **Episode:** [1103: Act IX](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1103-act-ix.md) - **Published:** 2019-01-15 - **Time:** 19:25–22:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1103-act-ix/chapter/newsguard-ratings-for-breitbart-drudge-and-wikipedia.md The hosts continue testing NewsGuard on various digital platforms, noting that Breitbart is flagged with a red exclamation mark while the Drudge Report remains unrated. Wikipedia receives a blue informational icon due to its user-generated nature. They suggest the rating system is biased against independent media and serves the interests of large advertising agencies. Keywords: [breitbart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/breitbart.md), [drudge report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/drudge-report.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [snopes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/snopes.md), [newsguard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/newsguard.md) ### PR Newswire, Journalism and Fact-Checking Decline - **Episode:** [1056: Q-Vision](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1056-q-vision.md) - **Published:** 2018-08-02 - **Time:** 1:56:05–1:59:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1056-q-vision/chapter/pr-newswire-journalism-and-fact-checking-decline.md The state of modern journalism is critiqued for its heavy reliance on PR Newswire and the decline of professional fact-checking. Many news stories are reportedly derived directly from corporate press releases, with interns checking facts against Wikipedia rather than primary sources. This shift has led to a news cycle driven by social media outrage and "native ads" rather than independent investigative reporting. Keywords: pr newswire, [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [fact-checking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fact-checking.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md), [daily caller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/daily-caller.md) ### Thanksgiving History, Abraham Lincoln, and the Turkey Scam - **Episode:** [985: Clip Job](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-26 - **Time:** 31:42–37:09 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job/chapter/thanksgiving-history-abraham-lincoln-and-the-turkey-scam.md John C. Dvorak argues that the modern version of Thanksgiving involving pilgrims and Indians is a "bogus" holiday. He asserts that the holiday was actually established by Abraham Lincoln in 1863 to give thanks for the end of the Civil War. He further claims the inclusion of turkey was a marketing scam by the poultry industry to sell large birds. Keywords: [thanksgiving](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/thanksgiving.md), [abraham lincoln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-lincoln.md), [civil war](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-war.md), [pilgrims](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pilgrims.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [wikipedia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wikipedia.md) ### Wikitribune, Wikipedia News Service, Jimmy Wales - **Episode:** [924: Golden Bozos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/924-golden-bozos.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-27 - **Time:** 12:50–13:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/924-golden-bozos/chapter/wikitribune-wikipedia-news-service-jimmy-wales.md Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales launched Wikitribune, a news service intended to combat fake news through factual and neutral reporting. 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