The No Agenda Show released a memorial episode on July 23, 2026, dedicated to co-host John C. Dvorak, who died on July 20, 2026, at the age of 80. Titled "In The Mourning," the episode marks a poignant moment for the podcast, which has run for nearly 19 years. Host Adam Curry opened the broadcast alone, calling for July 20 to be recognized as a national holiday in Dvorak's honor. The episode featured contributions from Dvorak's widow Mimi, his sons Jay and JC, longtime friends, and thousands of listener-producers who donated and shared remembrances.
Curry traced the origins of the podcast, recalling when he was in London and Dvorak in San Francisco. The episode revisited signature bits and running jokes that defined the series, including the Club 33 strip club announcer routines and the "Give it up for Raven" jingle. Listeners were reminded of Dvorak's infamous rants about "I got ants," "fisting nuts," and mac and cheese. His encyclopedic wine knowledge, Costco Bordeaux tips, and vinegar collection were also highlighted. A long-guarded secret was revealed: Dvorak was six years older than the New York Times had reported.
Curry's opening monologue set the emotional tone. "Family, today I have a hole in my heart you could turn a 747 around in," he said, describing Dvorak as "my friend, my business partner, my comedic counterpart, my all-time favorite broadcaster." He recalled their final sign-off the previous Sunday: "Okay, talk to you Thursday. Adios." Mimi Dvorak later revealed that her husband died peacefully at home while watching NCIS, after asking for a spoonful of Manuka honey. She confirmed the long-running age gag that Dvorak had insisted Curry expose after his death.
Guests included Will Hearst, who was best man at the Dvoraks' wedding and hired tech writer John Markoff at the San Francisco Examiner; comedy writer Marty, who bonded with Dvorak over Jackie Vernon and Bill Dana routines; producer Dana Brunetti; and Andrew Horowitz, Dvorak's co-host on DH Unplugged since 2007. Stories ranged from a Consumer Electronics Show dinner at the Bellagio where Dvorak ordered $8,500 in wine on investors' tabs, to a young Dvorak riding a Kawasaki Triple through Tahoe snow after a B.B. King concert. Executive producer credits topping $5,000 came from Dame Kathryn cryptogranny of Bangkok, with hundreds of listeners contributing show-number donations of $188.88.
The episode is a testament to the deep connection between the hosts and the show's community. No Agenda, a long-running, listener-supported podcast known for its skeptical media deconstruction and value-for-value model, continues to examine how news is framed across mainstream outlets, government messaging, and technology platforms, powered entirely by producer contributions rather than advertising. Episode 1888 is available now wherever podcasts are heard.
