Parks and Recreation season 5 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Leslie and Ben receive thoughtful care packages from Pawnee, with Leslie sending Ben reminders of home and Andy cheekily asking April for laundry help. At work, Leslie faces a tough decision about implementing a soda tax for health reasons, despite potential backlash and job loss fears. Meanwhile, April struggles with disrespectful interns, and Andy trains hard to qualify for the police academy, motivated by his love for April. Ben tries to bond with the interns through Ultimate Frisbee, but his attempts backfire, leading to tension.
Full Episode S05E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What items were in the care package Leslie sent to Ben?
Waffle mix, a JJ's diner mug, new pajamas, and more, with a total of 12 boxes.
Why does Andy want April to do his laundry?
Andy claims he is better at laundry and asks April to do it and send it back, admitting he's been using a bandana as underwear.
What health initiative does Leslie propose to the Pawnee health committee?
Leslie proposes a tax on giant sugary sodas to discourage consumption and reduce diabetes rates.
How does Ron Swanson react to Leslie's health initiative?
Ron mocks the initiative by eating a massive Paunch Burger meal and a 64-ounce soda during the health committee meeting.
What is April's stance on font usage in office documents?
April insists on consistent use of Times New Roman font and criticizes the use of Papyrus and other fonts.
What is Andy Dwyer training for?
Andy is training to pass the physical exam for the police academy.
What are the soda size options discussed at the Pawnee health committee meeting?
Sizes include a 64-ounce "small" option, a 128-ounce "regular," and a 512-ounce "child size."
What is the "child size" soda compared to?
The "child size" soda is compared to the size of a liquefied two-year-old child.
Why is Ben Wyatt having trouble with the interns?
The interns disrespect him, and he can't fire them because they are all related to influential people.
How does Leslie vote on the soda tax?
Leslie votes in favor of the soda tax, despite the potential political fallout.
What is the public reaction to Leslie's soda tax?
Public opinion is divided, with some supporting the health benefits and others fearing job losses.
Why does Ben decide not to fire the interns?
Ben learns that the interns are connected to influential people, so he opts to try to win their favor instead.