President Biden Pardons Two Thanksgiving Turkeys

The speaker begins with an apology and acknowledgment, expressing gratitude to the audience. The conversation shifts to a humorous note, comparing the number of turkeys to some countries the speaker has visited, adding a light-hearted touch to the discussion.

What can be inferred about the speaker's state of mind from the phrase 'I'm serious'?

What does the speaker imply by saying 'that's like some of the countries I've been doing'?