Topic: Lingo

2 chapters across the catalog

Scripted Fat Talk
Episode 577 36:35 - 40:28

577: Scripted Fat Talk

Obama Press Conference, Skip Town Lingo

President Obama's final press conference of 2013 is analyzed, specifically his use of the phrase "skip town" to describe leaving Washington D.C. for the holidays. The hosts interpret this as "criminal lingo" that reflects a negative attitude toward the capital. They also note Obama's avoidance of direct questions regarding the lack of results from the NSA's metadata program.

Web Savvy Wolf
Episode 302 21:44 - 23:28

302: Web Savvy Wolf

Joe Biden's Military Anecdotes at Fort Campbell

Vice President Joe Biden is mocked for his use of military terminology like "clicks" and "damn mountains" during a speech to troops at Fort Campbell. The hosts characterize his performance as an attempt to sound more rugged and experienced than he is.