Topic: Social Secretary

4 chapters across the catalog

Red Washcloth
Episode 467 2:15:46 - 2:19:27

467: Red Washcloth

Hillary Clinton, Tribute Video and 2016 Speculation

A tribute video for Hillary Clinton's tenure as Secretary of State is mocked for its campaign-like production. Media commentators describe her as a "young woman" despite her being 66 and eligible for Social Security. The hosts view the video and subsequent media coverage as the beginning of her 2016 presidential run.

GaGa & Little Boy
Episode 282 1:13:18 - 1:14:49

282: GaGa & Little Boy

White House Social Secretary Jeremy Bernard Appointment

President Obama's appointment of Jeremy Bernard as the first male and openly gay White House Social Secretary is discussed. The hosts characterize the move as a stereotypical appointment intended to appease the gay community following frustrations over "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." They argue the media framing of the appointment is insulting and reductive.

Who Is John Brek?
Episode 141 1:09:11 - 1:12:40

141: Who Is John Brek?

Michelle Obama's White House Staffing and Job Creation

The hosts review a report from the Canada Free Press alleging that First Lady Michelle Obama has a staff of over 20 people. They read through various titles, including multiple deputies and social secretaries, jokingly suggesting this is the administration's actual method of job creation.