In a departure from tradition, President Donald Trump joined Usha Vance, the Second Lady, for her podcast, "Storytime with the Second Lady," where guests read picture books to children. However, Trump, known for his off-the-cuff remarks, used the opportunity to offer a running commentary on various subjects, including his predecessors, his own physique, and White House activities. The pre-recorded appearance took place in mid-June within the Oval Office of the White House, adorned with gold accents, a bald eagle stuffed animal, tables laden with oversized books, and a Lego globe. Trump read "Presidents Play!," a children's book featuring illustrations of past presidents engaging in sports and recreational activities on the White House grounds. Throughout the reading, he made observations about his predecessors, cracked jokes, and inserted plugs for his own projects, such as the extensive ballroom he is building on the White House grounds. Trump compared Lyndon Johnson to a "tough cookie," Ronald Reagan to a "high-quality person" like a father figure, and John F. Kennedy as "the second-most good-looking president." He joked about Richard Nixon's troubles and questioned Barack Obama's basketball skills, while implying that he was not a fan of golf. Trump also shared his thoughts on Bill Clinton, Abraham Lincoln, and William Howard Taft, offering humorous comments about each. Throughout the reading, Trump interjected with reflections on his own physique and physical activities, at times veering into discussions about his diet and exercise habits. The podcast was posted online on Friday.