Topic: Dana Milbank

Dana Milbank's Washington Post column criticizing Donald Trump's record is deconstructed, with the hosts labeling several points as lies or misinterpretations. During the critique, a tangent explores the etymology of the term "ham-handed" and "hamming it up," tracing it back to minstrel show actors using ham fat to remove blackface. The hosts also dispute the characterization of the travel ban as a "Muslim ban."

The Washington Post's weekly video show, "It's Only Thursday," is criticized for poor production quality and the use of print journalists in a video format. Host Molly Roberts and columnists Dana Milbank and Christine Emba are reviewed for their on-camera presence and technical execution. The segment argues that newspapers are wasting money on video content simply to mimic competitors like the New York Times.

Dana Milbank's comments on the vulgarity and profanity within the Obama White House are discussed. The hosts compare this to the Nixon and Bush administrations, noting that the current press corps is often compromised by their desire for access. They suggest that the aggressive language used by White House officials is a tactic to intimidate reporters.