The No Agenda Show, a pioneering listener-supported podcast hosted by Adam Curry and the late John C. Dvorak, will conclude its 19-year run with a final episode this Thursday. Curry made the announcement during episode 1915, titled "Off The Rails," which was published on October 25, 2026, from the Texas Hill Country. The episode served as both a 19th-anniversary celebration and a tribute to Dvorak, who passed away earlier this year.
The end of No Agenda signals the close of one of the longest-running independent podcasts, a show that helped define the media deconstruction genre and demonstrated the viability of value-for-value funding. With 1,915 episodes, No Agenda built a devoted audience known as producers, who contributed directly to support the program. Curry confirmed that the show cannot continue without its co-host, stating that he and the Dvorak family agreed "the show is not the show without John and Adam." This decision underscores the deep personal and creative partnership that was central to the program's identity.
During the anniversary roundtable, Curry was joined by a rotating cast of guests, including venture capitalist Jason Calacanis, film producer Dana Brunetti, financial broadcaster Andrew Horowitz, Infowars host Rob Dew, and Texas commentator Matt Long. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, from the line between securities fraud and startup hype in the case of Elizabeth Holmes to the impact of AI-generated media and the collapse of organized religion in Europe. These discussions reflect the show's enduring focus on media literacy and critical thinking, which have influenced a generation of independent podcasters.
Calacanis offered a tribute to Dvorak's influence on tech journalism, recalling how he would run home from school to read Dvorak's PC Magazine column and crediting him with setting a standard that inspired many tech writers and commentators. This acknowledgment highlights Dvorak's legacy beyond No Agenda, as a respected voice in technology and media criticism.
For the No Agenda community, the end of the show brings both sadness and new beginnings. The Dvorak family is launching a new program called Partyline, while Curry will continue his podcast We Get To Do This with Pastor Jimmy and is resurrecting Curry and the Keeper with his wife Tina. The troll room and livestream infrastructure, maintained by Void Zero, are expected to remain operational, preserving a space for community interaction. Curry also confirmed that outstanding knighthoods, JCD Challenge Coins, and producer rings will still be honored, and donations will continue to be accepted for listeners who wish to complete their peerage.
The final episode of No Agenda is set for Thursday, October 29, 2026, marking the end of an era in independent media. The show's legacy lies in its skeptical, independent analysis of mainstream media, politics, and culture, delivered with sharp commentary and humor. As the podcast landscape continues to evolve, No Agenda's influence on listener-supported content and media deconstruction will be remembered as a trailblazing model.
