The Bob Newhart Show season 4 episode 13 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Bob calls a meeting with his medical colleagues, sparking speculation about his personal crises. When he arrives, he reveals his sister Ellen wants to interview them for an article. The doctors' vanity and insecurities lead to a mix of enthusiasm and dread about the exposure. Ellen's day of interviews exposes the quirks and egos of the medical staff, resulting in an article that leaves the doctors anxious and Bob in a delicate position. However, their fears are unfounded as the article is ultimately replaced with a trivial mention in the newspaper, much to everyone's anticlimactic relief.
Full Episode S04E13 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Bob late for the meeting?
Bob was late because he did not have change for the meter and had to park on a side street.
What was the actual reason for Bob calling the meeting?
Bob wanted to discuss his sister's idea of writing an article about the medical staff.
How do the doctors feel about being featured in the article?
The doctors have mixed feelings, with some expressing excitement and others showing reluctance or concern about how they will be portrayed.
What concerns do the doctors speculate about regarding Bob?
They speculate that Bob might be facing marital issues, financial troubles, or health problems.
Who is Gail?
Gail is the temporary receptionist filling in for Carol, who is on vacation.
What does Ellen plan to include in her article?
Ellen plans to write about a day in the life of the medical building, interviewing and observing the doctors.
How do Bob and the doctors react to the published article?
They are disappointed to find that the article was replaced with a brief mention in the "Good Neighbor" column, focusing on a minor incident instead of the intended feature.
What is Morty's role in the episode?
Morty is Ellen's photographer, responsible for taking pictures to accompany the article.
How does the episode end?
The episode ends with Bob reflecting on his profession and humorously declining an invitation to a Psychology Day picnic and carnival.
Why does Ellen's article not get published as expected?
The episode suggests that the editor may have disliked the article or that it was displaced by another news story.
