Being Responsible

VeggieTales: Very Veggie Silly Stories

Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber attempt to host their podcast despite Larry accidentally washing their notes in a washing machine. The

Key takeaways

• Larry accidentally destroyed the podcast notes by running them through a washing machine and dryer.
• Mr. Nezzer entrusts Larry with the responsibility of caring for his prize-potted cactus.
• The Lions, Tigers, and Scares Insta Fitness Club uses unannounced big cat visits to provide intense cardio.
• Madam Blueberry demonstrates balloon stretchability using a giant gummy bear as a test subject.
• A seven-year-old caller named Maggie seeks advice on how to demonstrate responsibility to her parents to get a pet rabbit.

Main topics

• Podcast production mishaps
• The concept of responsibility
• Balloon science and stretchability

Notable quotes

If it doesn't have a tail, it's not a monkey. It's an ape.

Conclusion

The episode illustrates that responsibility is about taking one's duti

Transcript preview

Speaker 8 (0:00) No, not there. Speaker 1 (0:01) Not Speaker 8 (0:01) there. Not there either. Petunia, have you seen Larry? Nope, not yet, Bob. Uh, Bob? What are you doing in that cupboard? Looking for Larry. What? I once found him asleep in a cupboard. Speaker 6 (0:18) Well, I'm pretty Speaker 8 (0:19) sure Speaker 6 (0:20) he's not in there. Should we look Speaker 8 (0:22) in the fridge? Very funny. I wonder where he is. He has all the notes for our podcast. He took them home because he said he wanted to add some new ideas. Ah, what was I thinking? We're supposed to start in three minutes. Two minutes and fifty-three seconds, to be precise. We're running out of time. Oh, I know. I'll call him. Speaker 8 (0:44) Larry? Pick up the phone. I'm Speaker 4 (0:48) not here right now. You're wherever you are, but I'm not there. And I'm not here either because I'm somewhere else. So, please leave a message after the beep. Wait, no. The rooster. Wait, no. Starhorn. Speaker 8 (1:05) He's not answering. Speaker 8 (1:08) Bob! Buddy! I'm here. Let's... One second. It's time to start the podcast. Where were you? Oh, never mind. We have to hurry, Larry. Let's do this. My thoughts exactly. Ten seconds. Did you bring your notes? Speaker 4 (1:25) I did, Bob. About those notes. Three, two, one, and we're live. Speaker 1 (1:33) VeggieTales! VeggieTales! Speaker 2 (1:36) VeggieTales! VeggieTales! VeggieTales! VeggieTales! VeggieTales! VeggieTales! Speaker 4 (1:48) Welcome to the VeggieTales podcast. We're your hosts, Larry the Cucumber. And Bob the Tomato. Today, kids, we're going to get to the bottom of a question that has puzzled millions around the globe. Toothpicks. Sharp little pointy things. Who invented them? And why? Are toothpicks a criminal conspiracy? Toothpicks? What? Was this in the notes? Speaker 8 (2:09) Here, let me see those. Speaker 8 (2:12) Larry, there's nothing written on the paper. There's just a bunch of faded blue squiggles. Speaker 4 (2:17) Yeah, that's because of the washing machine. And then the dryer faded the ink even more. If you ever want to remove ink from paper, Bob, I highly recommend using a washing machine followed by a dryer. But it's got to be in that order. What? The notes got washed in my pants, Bob. I always do laundry on Mondays when I remember. But you don't even wear pants. I know. It's mysterious, isn't it? Larry, you were responsible for the notes. That was your job. Yes, Bob. And I take that job very seriously. So why are you talking about toothpicks? Well, since the notes got blurred, I'm podcasting by the seat of my pants. Metaphorically speaking. But... Speaker 8 (3:02) Hi, Mr. Nezzer. Mr. Nezzer, we're right in the middle of our podcast. Speaker 2 (3:06) I don't mind, Bob. You carry on with what you're doing. You're doing great. Well, Speaker 8 (3:11) we can't exactly stop in the middle... Larry, I Speaker 2 (3:13) was so surprised and impressed by what I just heard you say about sharp little pointy things. Toothpicks. It was a surprise to me, too. That I'd like you to take care of my prize-potted cactus while I'm away. Speaker 4 (3:25) Oh, I'd be honored, Mr. Nezzer. You Speaker 2 (3:28) can Speaker 4 (3:28) count Speaker 2 (3:29) on me. I'm taking a trip to the desert. I just love all that sand. It's so coarse and rough. Yep. Deserts sure are sandy. Yes, they are. Most folks don't realize it, but deserts are just like the beach, except they don't have all that water. So you don't have to worry about sharks or sinking your tugboat. Or getting swallowed by a whale. Exactly. Well, here's my prize potted cactus. Thank you, Larry. I'll take good care of this little guy. Goodbye, Mr. Speaker 4 (3:57) Nezzer. Bye-bye now. Speaker 4 (4:00) Well, Bob, this is Mr. Nesser's prize-potted cactus. Speaker 8 (4:05) And it's a beauty. You're gonna have to be responsible for it. I guess it is kind of cute in a cactus sort of Speaker 4 (4:12) way. Speaker 8 (4:12) Ouch! Speaker 4 (4:13) Careful, Bob. Cacti like their space. You can't get too close to them, or they'll jab you with their sharp, pointy little things. I think they're called spines. They remind me of something. What could it be? Oh, right! Toothpicks! Of course. You know, Bob, Taking care of someone's prize-potted cactus is a big responsibility. What if I'm not up to the job? I'm sure you'll be fine. I don't know, Bob. I'm starting to feel pretty worried. I'm so young and inexperienced. Bob, this is a prize-potted Speaker 8 (4:47) cactus! Well, that's what Mr. Nezzer said. Mr. Nezzer, he trusts Speaker 4 (4:52) me. Speaker 8 (4:52) He's Speaker 4 (4:53) put his prize possession in my hands. And I don't even have hands! I can't breathe. I need a glass of water. I feel calmer already. Bob, pour another glass on my head. Petunia, I think it's time for a commercial break. Speaker 8 (5:11) Great idea, Bob. Today's podcast is sponsored by the International Fitness Association and the Amalgamated Union of Big Cat Trainers. Speaker 3 (5:19) Are you out of shape, unmotivated, and tired of going to a smelly gym? Hawaii, that's me. Are you sick of the latest and greatest fitness craze? Yeah! Then you need to join the all-new Lions, Tigers, and Scares Insta Fitness Club! We'll get you in shape without a gym, without lifting weights, or walking on endless treadmills going nowhere. There's absolutely no equipment necessary. Sounds great! Sign me up! And best of all, you don't have to have any personal motivation. Take my money now! Excellent choice. Your fitness starts now. Speaker 3 (5:59) Hey, wait a second. Our lions, tigers, and other assorted big game cats will show up unannounced at all hours of the day and night to help you get into shape. What? Real lions? Membership in the Insta Fitness Club will raise your heart rate. You'll get more cardio than you ever wanted. And you'll be sweating