Topic: White House Holidays

3 chapters across the catalog

Mork & Mimi
Episode 1851 1:28:08 - 1:29:50

1851: Mork & Mimi

Melania Trump Documentary and St. Patrick's Day

A brief review of a Melania Trump documentary describes her as an underappreciated figure who is often ignored or maligned by the press due to her marriage. The hosts also note the holiday weekend, mentioning the Ides of March and the early start to St. Patrick's Day celebrations. The segment includes light banter about the "trolls" in the live chat room and their reception of the guest host.

Episode 472 27:59 - 30:41

472: Conheads in Mexico

Obama Family Hawaii Vacation, Michelle Obama Past Tense Flub

President Obama and the First Lady traveled to Hawaii for vacation despite the ongoing "fiscal cliff" negotiations in Washington. In a weekly address, Michelle Obama referred to the White House holiday theme in the past tense, leading to speculation about her frustration with the political situation. The President defended his time off, citing the heavy workload of his first term.

Home for the Holidays
Episode 351 49:31 - 52:15

351: Home for the Holidays

Home for the Holidays Meme and Predator Drones

A new media meme titled "Home for the Holidays" is expected to be the dominant theme for the US military presence over the next eight weeks. Reports from White House insiders suggest President Obama has a personal fascination with predator drones, viewing them as a primary tool of power. The use of folksy language like "folks" and "look" is noted as a rhetorical strategy to make complex military discussions seem more accessible.