40 Minutes of the BEST Parks and Rec Cold Opens | Parks and Recreation
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Ron Swanson takes personal days due to his ex-wife's return, deals with online privacy invasion, and introduces his son John Redex Swanson unexpectedly. Leslie organizes events, confronts teenagers at a hiking trail, and faces challenges in her campaign against Bobby Newport for city council.
Insights
- Ron Swanson's personal days due to Tammy W's return and his concerns about ground chuck on his desk reflect his commitment to privacy and personal boundaries, as well as his meticulous nature in managing his surroundings.
- Leslie's encounters with discrimination and her dedication to addressing community issues through creative solutions demonstrate her resilience in the face of challenges and her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on society.
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Recent questions
Who is Ron Swanson's ex-wife?
Tammy W is Ron Swanson's ex-wife who makes a return in the series, causing Ron to take a significant number of personal days to deal with the situation.
What does Ron Swanson do in response to his ex-wife's return?
Ron Swanson takes 228 personal days immediately after his ex-wife Tammy W returns, appointing someone to handle his responsibilities in his absence.
What does Ron Swanson learn about online ads?
Ron Swanson questions online ads targeting him and discovers information about cookies and privacy invasion, shedding light on the digital advertising landscape.
How does Ron Swanson react to the flu outbreak affecting April?
Ron Swanson requests a nurse or janitor to help with the flu outbreak affecting many, including April, but due to staff shortage, only a janitor is available to assist.
Who is introduced as Ron Swanson's son?
Ron Swanson surprises everyone by introducing his son, John Redex Swanson, who was born some time ago, revealing a new aspect of his personal life to his colleagues.
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Summary
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Ron Swanson's Personal Days and Surprises
- Ron Swanson's ex-wife Tammy W is back, leading him to take 228 personal days starting immediately.
- Ron appoints someone in his absence and instructs them to remove ground chuck from his desk to prevent it from smelling.
- Ron questions online ads targeting him, learning about cookies and privacy invasion.
- A flu outbreak affects many, including April, who is miserable and dehydrated.
- Ron requests a nurse or janitor, but due to staff shortage, only a janitor is available.
- Ron denies being upset about Andy and April kissing, despite suspicions.
- Ron surprises everyone by introducing his son, John Redex Swanson, born some time ago.
- Tom introduces his twin sister, Mona Lisa, as a new sales associate, despite her negative traits.
- Leslie recalls the challenges faced by women in government, highlighting past discrimination.
- The Parks and Rec Department receives a commendation, prompting Ron's excitement for a steakhouse visit in Indianapolis.
16:09
"Leslie's Adventures in Parks and Politics"
- The horse has an honorary degree from Notre Dame and needs special care due to cataracts and arthritis.
- Jerry is responsible for looking after the horse and they both take the same diabetes medication.
- Reports of teenagers having dog poop fights at a hiking trail prompt a visit from Leslie from the Department of Parks and Recreation.
- Leslie confronts the teenagers and deals with the situation of dog poop fights.
- Leslie invites the teenagers to a Halloween party at her house, promising a fun and spooky event.
- Leslie organizes a wedding cake tasting event with six different cakes for Donna's wedding.
- Leslie documents her experiences of trying new things, including skydiving and trying different foods, on her blog.
- A broken object leads to a humorous exchange between the characters, with April eventually admitting to breaking it.
- Leslie prepares for her role as a candidate's wife, acknowledging the challenges and expectations that come with the position.
- Bobby Newport, a candidate for city council, enters the race with a significant lead in the polls, posing a challenge for Leslie's campaign.
32:59
City council campaign, care packages, promotions, retirements.
- Bobby Newport and his team are running for city council, offering Bobby bars made by his dad.
- Leslie and Andy send care packages to Ben and April, including waffle mix, pajamas, and a reminder of their three-legged dog Champion.
- Ben faces negative ads in the polls but decides not to go negative in response, opting for a creative sticker campaign.
- Leslie announces her promotion and plans to split time between DC and Seattle, while Gary announces his retirement, leading to various departures from the team.
