12 chapters across the catalog
Adam Curry reflects on how laughter helped the "No Agenda" audience navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Mo Facts shares his journey from corporate America and music production to finding his calling in social commentary. They discuss the importance of authenticity and the inability to "speak lies" to sell products, which led them both to the Value for Value model.
Adam Curry reads the names and notes of executive producers, including Stephen Page, who donated $175.75 and proposed a Mo Facts meetup in Chicago. Other producers like Murray N and Lindsay Jarrett send messages of support regarding Mo's recent job loss. The hosts express gratitude for the "Facts Family" and their immediate financial support.
The hosts discuss the concept of "mass formation" and how false information is often planted alongside real analysis to discredit researchers. They emphasize the importance of vetting clips and maintaining context to avoid falling for "nuggets" of misinformation designed to destabilize independent media.
Adam Curry observes an uptick in stress levels within the "No Agenda" and "Mo Facts" listener communities, particularly on the Mastodon-based No Agenda Social. This stress diminishes the capacity for empathetic listening, which is the "deepest hunger of the human heart." The hosts emphasize that without the feeling of being understood, communication becomes a "choking" experience, leading to further radicalization and division.
The hosts acknowledge a $1,000 donation from Daniel Taggart, who is knighted as "Dame Taggart, Gypsy of the Southwest." Her note discusses her transition from "No Agenda" to "Mo Facts" and her desire to stay aware of societal "reality TV" tactics. The hosts grant her "Mo Karma" and "de-deadbeat" her, recognizing her as the "Biggest Baller."
Adam Curry and his co-host open episode 57 of the Mo Facts podcast on January 18, 2021. The co-host explains his recent decision to withdraw from social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter, citing the toxic nature of the "global village square." They discuss the benefits of tribalism and digital bubbles, specifically mentioning No Agenda Social as a preferred alternative for their community.
A host recounts attending a "No Agenda" meetup in Las Vegas, described jokingly as a "super spreader event," where he met Dame Jennifer. Another listener proposes the "hood name" "Crunk City" for Adam Curry based on his high-energy performance on the No Agenda show. The hosts discuss the rules of nicknames, asserting they must be earned rather than simply given.
Adam Curry and Mo Facts open episode 48 after a one-week hiatus. Curry discusses his upcoming interview on the Joe Rogan Experience and mentions a DM from Hotep Jesus. They highlight the "Mo Agenda" meetups organized via noagendameetups.com, specifically a recent gathering of a dozen people in Michigan. The hosts celebrate birthdays for Curry and a fan named Uncle Richard before spinning the "wheel of topics."
The hosts read letters from Associate Executive Producers, many of whom are "Ronamo" converts (Rogan to No Agenda to Mo Facts). They discuss potential names for their community members, rejecting "The Klan" in favor of "Family" or "Tribe." A new term, "de-deadbeating," is introduced to replace "de-douching" for those who transition from listeners to producers.
A film student listener shares how they used a quote from the show about media serving as a "pressure release valve" to get a B+ on a college essay. Other listeners send donations referencing "Leave It to Beaver" and the "Grimerica" show.
Kanye West's interview with James Corden is discussed, where West pushed back against the idea that he must vote a certain way because he is Christian. The hosts reflect on the 2016 election, noting that voter turnout dropped significantly among certain demographics. One host shares a personal anecdote about losing a portion of their audience for predicting a Trump victory and refusing to label him a racist.
Adam Curry and Mo launch the second episode of the Mo Facts podcast following a successful pilot. They announce the launch of mofacts.com, which features links to the podcast, Mo's YouTube channel, and the No Agenda website. The hosts discuss setting up the RSS feed and submitting the show to Apple Podcasts to ensure broad availability for listeners.
