# World Series on The No Agenda Show

World Series comes up in 18 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2008 to October 2025.

- **Chapters:** 18
- **Episodes:** 17
- **Discussed:** October 2008 – October 2025
- **Related topics:** [Chicago Cubs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago-cubs.md), [San Francisco Giants](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco-giants.md), [Cleveland Indians](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cleveland-indians.md), [Discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discrimination.md), [Texas Rangers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas-rangers.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Adios Mofos](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adios-mofos.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Anthony Weiner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/anthony-weiner.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

## Chapters 1–18 of 18

### World Series, Curse of the Colonel, Japanese Baseball Players

- **Episode:** [1812: Champagne Socialist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-30
- **Time:** 2:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1812-champagne-socialist/chapter/world-series-curse-of-the-colonel-japanese-baseball-players.md

The Los Angeles Dodgers face the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series as a Colonel Sanders lookalike appears behind home plate. This sighting references the Curse of the Colonel, a Japanese urban legend involving a KFC statue thrown into a river. The Dodgers roster currently features three prominent players from Japan, including Shohei Ohtani.

Keywords: [world series](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-series.md), dodgers, colonel sanders, shohei ohtani, mookie betts, [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md)

### Texas Rangers World Series Victory and Japanese Baseball Players

- **Episode:** [1604: Janky](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1604-janky.md)
- **Published:** 2023-11-02
- **Time:** 2:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1604-janky/chapter/texas-rangers-world-series-victory-and-japanese-baseball-players.md

The Texas Rangers' recent World Series victory is celebrated following their win against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Discussion covers the international nature of Major League Baseball, specifically highlighting the dominance of Japanese players who both pitch and hit. A brief tangent explores the history of the Tokyo Giants and the presence of American Samoans in professional sumo wrestling.

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### College World Series, Euro 2020 Betting

- **Episode:** [1359: Sheep Dipping](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1359-sheep-dipping.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-27
- **Time:** 2:02:58–2:06:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1359-sheep-dipping/chapter/college-world-series-euro-2020-betting.md

North Carolina State was removed from the College World Series after vaccinated players tested positive for COVID-19, while unvaccinated players reportedly tested negative. The hosts speculate that PCR test manipulation could be used to influence sports betting outcomes in major events like Euro 2020.

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### Military Intelligence vs. CIA in White House Operations

- **Episode:** [978: House of Trolls](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-05
- **Time:** 4:06:52–4:11:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/978-house-of-trolls/chapter/military-intelligence-vs-cia-in-white-house-operations.md

A theory is proposed that military intelligence has taken a dominant role in the White House, potentially sidelining the CIA. This shift is seen in the management of the Afghanistan conflict and the focus on the Silk Road project as a military-led operation. The segment also briefly touches on the Houston Astros' World Series victory, noting it as a "geopolitical" win for a city recovering from a major storm.

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### De-douching Ceremonies, Swiss Army Knife Podcast and Spooks

- **Episode:** [876: Election Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/876-election-special.md)
- **Published:** 2016-11-10
- **Time:** 1:48:34–1:52:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/876-election-special/chapter/de-douching-ceremonies-swiss-army-knife-podcast-and-spooks.md

Camilla Shambly is "de-douched" after a long-time listener donation. The podcast is described as a "Swiss Army knife for routine psyche maintenance." The hosts also acknowledge Cara Curry's successful prediction of a Trump victory and the Cubs' World Series win. A joke is made about Adam Curry being a "spook" (intelligence agent).

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### World Series Predictions, Chicago Cubs Victory, Billy Goat Curse

- **Episode:** [874: Trump Trope](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/874-trump-trope.md)
- **Published:** 2016-11-04
- **Time:** 7:52–9:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/874-trump-trope/chapter/world-series-predictions-chicago-cubs-victory-billy-goat-curse.md

A successful prediction of the Chicago Cubs winning the World Series in extra innings is celebrated despite a confusing tweet regarding the score. The discussion touches on the legendary "Curse of the Billy Goat" and the specific atmosphere of the Billy Goat Tavern located beneath the streets of downtown Chicago.

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### World Series Predictions and Show Outro

- **Episode:** [873: Poster Boys of Evil](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil.md)
- **Published:** 2016-10-30
- **Time:** 2:46:11–2:53:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/873-poster-boys-of-evil/chapter/world-series-predictions-and-show-outro.md

The hosts concluded the episode with predictions for the World Series between the Chicago Cubs and the Cleveland Indians. A wager was placed on whether Anthony Weiner would face a "suicide" event before the next broadcast. The show ended with the traditional "Adios Mofos" sign-off and a musical mix featuring political clips and show themes.

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### World Series Update, Show Outro and Mix

- **Episode:** [770: Mighty Men of Valor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor.md)
- **Published:** 2015-11-01
- **Time:** 2:55:03–2:59:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor/chapter/world-series-update-show-outro-and-mix.md

The hosts conclude the show with an update on the World Series between the New York Mets and the Kansas City Royals. They sign off from their respective locations in Austin and Silicon Valley, reminding listeners of the next show on Thursday. The episode ends with a signature "No Agenda" audio mix featuring clips of Victoria Nuland, Joe Biden, and Hillary Clinton.

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### World Series Power Outage, Fox and Google Fiber Glitch

- **Episode:** [769: Electile Dysfuntion](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/769-electile-dysfuntion.md)
- **Published:** 2015-10-29
- **Time:** 2:48:18–2:53:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/769-electile-dysfuntion/chapter/world-series-power-outage-fox-and-google-fiber-glitch.md

During the first game of the World Series, Fox Sports suffered a major technical failure that took the broadcast off the air. Google Fiber, the provider in Kansas City, also apologized for outages, leading the hosts to suspect that Fox's reliance on internet-based infrastructure rather than traditional satellite backups caused the embarrassment.

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### Chicago Cubs Playoff Win and Back to the Future II

- **Episode:** [765: Smart Power](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/765-smart-power.md)
- **Published:** 2015-10-15
- **Time:** 1:36:13–1:39:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/765-smart-power/chapter/chicago-cubs-playoff-win-and-back-to-the-future-ii.md

The Chicago Cubs' first-ever home playoff series win at Wrigley Field is discussed in the context of their 107-year championship drought. The hosts note the "prophecy" in the film "Back to the Future Part II," which predicted a Cubs World Series win in 2015. They joke that the team's success might be a elaborate promotion for the film's anniversary on October 21st.

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### San Francisco Giants World Series Victory and Public Unrest

- **Episode:** [665: Jihadi Cool](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/665-jihadi-cool.md)
- **Published:** 2014-11-02
- **Time:** 3:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/665-jihadi-cool/chapter/san-francisco-giants-world-series-victory-and-public-unrest.md

The San Francisco Giants secured their third World Series title in five years, leading to celebrations and subsequent rioting in the city. Observations are made regarding the psychological state of citizens who resort to burning property and overturning cars following sports victories. Similar patterns of destructive behavior are noted in European cities, suggesting a global trend of pent-up public frustration manifesting through sports-related violence.

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### Boston Red Sox, World Series Victory Propaganda

- **Episode:** [561: Neuroelasticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/561-neuroelasticity.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-31
- **Time:** 10:23–13:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/561-neuroelasticity/chapter/boston-red-sox-world-series-victory-propaganda.md

The Boston Red Sox won the 2013 World Series, leading to media coverage that linked the sports victory to the "Boston Strong" sentiment following the April marathon bombing. An interview with player Shane Victorino is highlighted for its attempt to inject tragedy-to-triumph propaganda into the championship celebration.

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### Gay Softball World Series Heterosexuality Controversy

- **Episode:** [317: Blood and Treasure](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure.md)
- **Published:** 2011-06-30
- **Time:** 1:56:19–1:57:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/317-blood-and-treasure/chapter/gay-softball-world-series-heterosexuality-controversy.md

Five players at the Gay Softball World Series were interrogated about their sexual orientation after being accused of being heterosexual. The committee eventually ruled that three players were "non-gay" and stripped their team of a second-place finish, sparking a debate over discrimination.

Keywords: gay softball world series, [discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/discrimination.md), heterosexuality, [bisexual](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bisexual.md), [lawsuit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawsuit.md)

### PsyOps at the World Series, Military Symbolism

- **Episode:** [248: Stop Albedo Now!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/248-stop-albedo-now.md)
- **Published:** 2010-10-31
- **Time:** 1:15:49–1:17:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/248-stop-albedo-now/chapter/psyops-at-the-world-series-military-symbolism.md

The hosts note the involvement of the Psychological Operations Command (PsyOps) in World Series festivities. They criticize the increasing fusion of professional sports with military displays and patriotic musical performances.

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### No Agenda Episode 247 Introduction and Weather Reports

- **Episode:** [247: Obama Insane?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/247-obama-insane.md)
- **Published:** 2010-10-28
- **Time:** 0:00–2:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/247-obama-insane/chapter/no-agenda-episode-247-introduction-and-weather-reports.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 247 of No Agenda from their respective locations in Southern California and Silicon Valley. They discuss the San Francisco Giants' performance in the World Series and local weather patterns. The hosts introduce the concept of "human resources" as a term for their audience.

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### World Series Analysis and Show Sign-Off

- **Episode:** [247: Obama Insane?](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/247-obama-insane.md)
- **Published:** 2010-10-28
- **Time:** 2:06:00–2:09:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/247-obama-insane/chapter/world-series-analysis-and-show-sign-off.md

The show concludes with a critique of Ozzie Guillen's role as a baseball analyst and a final look at the World Series matchup between the Giants and the Rangers. The episode ends with a listener-submitted rap summarizing the show's themes and a reminder for listeners to support the program via Dvorak.org/NA.

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### Seattle Gay Softball World Series Disqualification

- **Episode:** [194: Blood Trains](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/194-blood-trains.md)
- **Published:** 2010-04-25
- **Time:** 1:45:24–1:46:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/194-blood-trains/chapter/seattle-gay-softball-world-series-disqualification.md

A softball team in Seattle was disqualified from the Gay Softball World Series after an investigation concluded they had too many non-gay members. The hosts find it ironic that the organizers cross-examined players about their sexual preferences to ensure they were "gay enough" to compete. They view the situation as a bizarre reversal of traditional discrimination.

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### Barack Obama's Prime Time Special, Foreign Donation Concerns

- **Episode:** [53: Gay Marriage](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/53-gay-marriage.md)
- **Published:** 2008-10-25
- **Time:** 16:10–18:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/53-gay-marriage/chapter/barack-obama-s-prime-time-special-foreign-donation-concerns.md

Barack Obama purchased a 30-minute prime-time television special for an estimated $1 million per network, leading Fox to delay the World Series by 15 minutes. The hosts discuss the lack of transparency in modern campaign finance, specifically the difficulty in tracking small internet donations. Curry mentions that his own donation to Ron Paul via a Dutch credit card was technically illegal, highlighting the potential for foreign money to enter U.S. elections.

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