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Joe Pera Talks with You season 2 episode 5

Joe Pera Takes You to the Grocery Store

 
Featuring a number of fruits and vegetables, Joe Pera takes you on his weekly trip to the grocery store.
 
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Joe Pera Talks with You / S02E05 : Joe Pera Takes You to the Grocery Store
Season 2, Episode 5 | Aired on January 4, 2020 | TV-14 | 11 min. | Adult Swim
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  • Joe Pera Talks with You - Episode 4 - Joe Pera Guides You Through the Dark
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  • Joe Pera Talks with You - Episode 7 - Joe Pera Gives You Piano Lessons
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  • Joe Pera Talks with You - Episode 8 - Joe Pera Watches Internet Videos with You
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  • Joe Pera Talks with You - Episode 9 - Joe Pera Has a Surprise for You
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  • Joe Pera Talks with You - Episode 10 - Joe Pera Helps You Write an Obituary
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  • Joe Pera Talks with You - Episode 11 - Joe Pera Shows You How to Do Good Fashion
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  • Joe Pera Talks with You - Episode 12 - Joe Pera Shows You How to Pack a Lunch
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Joe Pera Talks with You season 2 episode 5 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Joe Pera takes us on a contemplative journey through his weekly grocery shopping ritual, blending humor and introspection. He views the supermarket not just as a place for essentials but as a stage for life's simpler pleasures. With a self-imposed budget of $70, Joe navigates the myriad choices, guided by three simple questions about necessity, desire, and affordability. Encounters with fellow shoppers reveal quirky community ties and the oddities of human diet fads, like a husband's all-chicken diet. Joe's sample day excitement over German select honey ham and his strategic sacrifice of ice cream to stay within budget reflect the small victories and compromises of everyday life. The episode culminates quietly with Joe's birthday, celebrated with understated joy and a scoop of ice cream, symbolizing the show's embrace of life's simple, genuine moments.

Full Episode S02E05 Recap

### Joe Pera Talks with You at the Grocery Store - **Introduction to the Grocery Store**: Joe Pera sees the grocery store as more than a place to buy food; it's an immersive experience filled with the smells of fresh bread and the feeling of cart handles. He describes it as a theater where he plays the role of a shopper. - **Joe's Shopping Philosophy**: Joe mentions the vast increase in product variety over the years and shares his simple criteria for purchasing food: should he eat it, will he eat it, and can he afford it. - **Budgeting and Self-Restraint**: To maintain his budget of $70 a week, Joe pre-writes a check to avoid overspending, aiming to fulfill his roles as a grandson, boyfriend, and citizen effectively. - **Encounters in the Store**: Joe interacts with Sue and Nicole, discussing their children and the odd diet of Nicole's husband, Mike, who consumes an entire rotisserie chicken in a peculiar manner, leading to a humorous and slightly grotesque description. - **Sample Day Excitement**: Joe enjoys sample day at the store, especially when he tries the German select honey ham, highlighted by a memorable interaction with Fred, the man offering samples, who claims the ham will change Joe's life. - **The Temptation of Ice Cream**: Despite his excitement for the new ham, Joe realizes he must forgo ice cream due to budget constraints, reflecting on consumer guilt and the abundance of choices in the supermarket. - **Checkout and Birthday Realization**: At checkout, Joe manages to stay within his budget, even affording ice cream thanks to a sale. He casually mentions it's his birthday, emphasizing his low-key approach to personal celebrations and concluding his grocery store visit as a well-executed "show."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joe Pera's view on grocery stores?

Joe Pera sees grocery stores as immersive theater experiences, more than just places to buy food.

How does Joe Pera decide what food to buy?

Joe asks himself three questions about the food: Should he eat it, will he eat it, and can he afford it.

What is Joe Pera's weekly budget for groceries?

Joe's weekly grocery budget is $70.

How does Joe Pera ensure he stays within his budget?

Joe writes a pre-dated check for his groceries to avoid using cash or credit cards, helping him stick to his budget.

Who does Joe meet at the grocery store?

Joe meets Sue and Nicole, along with discussing Nicole's husband Mike and his unusual diet.

What is unique about sample day at the grocery store for Joe?

On sample day, Joe is particularly excited about trying German select honey ham, which is offered by Fred.

How does Joe Pera handle budget constraints when tempted by ice cream?

Joe sacrifices buying ice cream due to spending part of his budget on German select honey ham, reflecting on consumer choices and guilt.

What does Joe Pera do on his birthday at the grocery store?

On his birthday, Joe manages to buy groceries within his budget, including ice cream, and mentions it casually without wanting to make a big deal out of it.

 
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