The Bob Newhart Show season 2 episode 20 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Bob, caught in the mundanity of office life, is introduced to Jerry's extravagant lifestyle, complete with a yacht justified as a business expense. This leads Bob to reconsider his financial management, and he hesitantly agrees to meet Jerry's business manager, Jeff Boggs. Jeff's promises of financial growth and tax shelters lure Bob into a new world of structured finances, including a restrictive weekly allowance. However, the constraints of this new system soon chafe, leaving Bob longing for his simpler, more autonomous financial past. In a quest for independence, Bob decides to sever ties with Jeff, only to be met with the impersonal barrier of an answering machine, symbolizing the disconnect between personal desire and the complex web of modern financial management.
Full Episode S02E20 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns the yacht that Jerry mentions?
Jerry owns a yacht with two other dentists, and they write it off as a business expense.
Why does Bob initially resist hiring a business manager?
Bob believes he can manage his own finances and is hesitant about needing a business manager.
How does Jeff Boggs promise to save his clients money?
Jeff Boggs promises to save clients money by investing in opportunities that could double their income and providing tax shelters against the high cost of living.
What leads Bob to consider hiring Jeff Boggs as his business manager?
Bob is intrigued by Jeff's promise of doubling his income and the potential financial savings, despite his initial reluctance.
What system does Jeff Boggs implement for Bob and Emily's finances?
Jeff puts Bob and Emily on a weekly allowance system to manage their spending and save more money.
How does Bob feel about the financial management system implemented by Jeff?
Bob feels constrained and frustrated by the limitations of the budget and the control it imposes on his daily life.
What decision does Bob make regarding his financial management arrangement with Jeff?
Bob decides he wants to end the arrangement with Jeff, seeking financial independence and control over his own money.
How does Bob's attempt to contact Jeff Boggs to terminate their agreement end?
Bob's attempt to reach Jeff is thwarted by an answering machine, preventing him from directly communicating his decision to end their financial management agreement.
