You're On With Ron | Parks and Recreation

[@markr1493]

"Your house isn't haunted, you're lonely" Big Ron Swanson energy right there.

[@J.Blazer]

I hope to one day have Big Swanson energy. He's truly a hero and an inspiration.

[@nghnnn2991]

... yeah that's because it's a Ron Swanson line

[@brainiac.computer]

@@J.Blazer you and I both. Probably get into woodworking, jazz, maybe invest in some gold while you’re at it.

[@letyvasquez2025]

The voice in the closet informed me that I’m not lonely; I just have no friends.

[@toomanyaccounts]

@@brainiac.computer your time to invest in gold has passed. you should have done so when it was 200 dollars an ounce. invest in brass, copper, lead those will serve you when the economy has collapsed because bullets will not only get you what you need to survive but keep you surviving against those who want your stuff and you dead.

[@porkgyoza9961]

I love how Ron wasn't excited to do the show at first but actually ends up embracing it once they start calling about things he is interested in lol

[@zapkvr]

Only because he ignored all the other calls, and that's fine

[@alexb6234]

Just like with Typhoon. Once he found something they had in common, he was all set despite any other differences. Be like Ron!

[@corneliarintamaki7959]

yup… that was the joke.

[@thescreenslaver8520]

I wish You’re On With Ron was a real show.

[@BRYCENESS100]

Parks and Rec spin off idea. You’re on with Ron: Living life the Swanson way.

[@r_bix]

Same here!

[@marquis911]

He IS getting his own show on Valentine's Day on Fox.

[@thescreenslaver8520]

@@marquis911 That’s cool I’ll have to have a look at that

[@73THUNDERDOME73]

It just sucks cause it a damn cartoon..

[@cagladam]

"This is Ron go ahead caller" . Look at that poise I love how he owns the show

[@JJ-qo7th]

Poise is on the Pyramid of Greatness, after all.

[@henggaraed]

2:02 caption says he did

[@davidr0120]

“Any dog under 50lbs is a cat and cats are pointless” this scene has some of the best quotes ever from Ron

[@raggedcritical]

Not for nothing, a lot of small breeds - like Yorkshire Terriers - were initially bred as ratters to keep mines, farms, houses etc free of mice, rats and other vermin. Cats were bred for a similar purpose.

[@paige8280]

I have never owned a cat 😂

[@J.Blazer]

I have five cats at one house and three at the other

[@jinxiejae]

Live your life how you want, just don't confuse drama with happiness.

[@CycolacFan]

@@paige8280 no one ever owns a cat, at best they’ve been employed by one.

[@fluffyravens3758]

underrated gem of this scene is the hostess silently lying COMPLETELY straight on top of the chairs at 2:29 before flipping over perfectly in between then at the next scene

[@Jessica-pq1rc]

Thank you for pointing out that little gem!

[@13Knives1]

Thats like the scene from the Fart Attack when Tom's complaining to the camera dr Harris laughs when he says the line is just wanted him to say Jerry had a fart attack is that too hard? Ann and Leslie laugh too

[@fiarandompenaltygeneratorm5044]

Wow. Thanks for pointing out that "underrated gem." I hadn't noticed until you said something.

[@kieranbullock02]

Yeah it's face down, dead straight that absolutely killed me

[@CleverChina]

I think it was a trend during the time the season was filmed. Look up “planking” it was in the office too

[@learningcurve23]

No one's talking about how much of a boss the stage manager is. Just rolls with it. I wish I had that much poise and grace in a crappy situation like this.

[@BenjaminRonlund]

He knows he'll be blamed for whatever is perceived to be wrong but he doesn't care. It's part of the job :).

[@99dndd]

He’s probably used to it

[@jaeded2391]

Sorry for arguing semantics, but a stage manager is the person who manages technical aspects, like lighting, of a stage play. The guy you're referring to is the floor director, a role in live or live-to-tape TV who communicates directly with the talent, usually conveying timing and other important information at the behest of the director. Source- I'm a floor director. And yeah, that guy is doing basically exactly what I would do in that situation. Roll with the punches, just keep the show going smoothly. Really, the only issue here is that the FD counted, out loud, the seconds preceding the show start, rather than using the hand signals. Though I do understand why that was done, for the sake of this show's writing and camera angles.

[@jamlym4974]

“All proceeds will go toward building a park. It will be enjoyable.” Gotta love Ron.

[@BlackDiamond2718]

Ron is enjoyable

[@adamarens3520]

Mo Collins’s comedic acting is often overlooked in this scene. She’s an actor that always makes a show better.

[@zapkvr]

She is very good.

[@scrambledeggsandcrispybaco2070]

of course, she was on mad tv

[@StanleyKubick1]

i thought she was alison janney for a second.

[@Imtrollingcalmdown]

She is good, but in this scene she just lied there lol 😆 😂 😅 🤣 🙃 Ron was the star here hahaha

[@jbwarner8626]

I shamefully admit that I keep getting the names of Mo Collins, Mo Willems, and Mo Rocca mixed up in my head.

[@samuelcotler8804]

Despite what his attitude might portray Ron actually does enjoy giving people advice if they’re looking for it. He has great confidence in his abilities and beliefs so naturally he truly believes he’s helping to educate people into being better.

[@Logan_Baron]

Oh Yeah, Ron loves teaching people, especially to be self sufficient, how to do things for themselves. And he appreciates people who want to learn. Slightly in paying for Andy's college, but even more so in showing Ann how to do repairs around the house after she said she was a homeowner and should know how to fix things herself. And was taken with Dianne when she asked Ron to explain to her what he was doing to fix the pothole in case she needed to do it herself next time.

[@danielvaldez9946]

He wants to make America great again and rid it of fools who buy their fire wood already chopped.

[@RaynmanPlays]

It's not that he believes that he is. It's that he is.

[@oz_jones]

@@RaynmanPlays he does believe it also

[@DinsRune]

Despite what he's said in the past, I think Ron would be delighted if you asked him how to fish.

[@KEVMAN7987]

They should have had an entire episode of this.

[@janetsnakehole-macklin6426]

This needs to be its own web series

[@rhiannonsoma21]

Agreed, I love this

[@Jar0fMay0]

He does have a KZbin channel

[@williamshakespearee]

Ron stop lying you watched the movie where the little orange fish was separated from his father

[@Fyreflier]

also The Dirty Dozen - Leslie rented it for his private birthday party for one

[@EvilSnowVO]

Is that the one with the little wizard boy?

[@daltonbecker4494]

I presume these are movies he went to see of his own volition.

[@Jetsfool27]

😂😂😂😂

[@Booba-Fett]

@@Fyreflier she rented bridge on the river kwai too so he may not have gotten round to the dirty dozen but yeah that'd be 5.

[@AgentMacklinFBI]

I love how they actually created a graphic for him like it's an actual recurring segment on this show

[@JamesTobiasStewart]

It'd be good for their ratings if they could make 'You're On With Ron' a recurring segment.

[@jaeded2391]

As someone who works in a studio control room, it's actually not that hard. It'd take the TD like 10 seconds to slap the text onto an existing template that can be put up onscreen at any time.

[@blokvader8283]

​@@jaeded2391Yeah they did the exact same thing with "Ben Wyatt: Human Disaster" lmao

[@Igarappappa]

​@@jaeded2391Still adds to hilarity since it's basically confirming they're committing to let him take over for the rest of the show. XD

[@annikabrinkley4128]

I think the “what’s wrong with Joan” caller is Adam Scott

[@gayathria490]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@tonic826]

sounds like altrive to me

[@colinmcgarry676]

Yeah Adam Scott 100 percent

[@terryah2136]

Amy Poehler was definitely the first caller

[@dancingintherain111]

I think Rashida Jones was the third one!

[@CustomizedUsername]

I like how he still plugs in the gala simply “Come to the gala”

[@hotdamndan9892]

This is a mine of gold quotes by Ron Swanson.

[@AndreNitroX]

Agreed

[@AreteZoe]

"if she ever found out we took her off camera we'd all be fired" lmao kills me every time

[@trevorcarlson7992]

He really exposed Joan like that

[@vtr0104]

I'm just wondering how Joan was able to stay perfectly level across the 2 chairs from 02:28 to 02:42....

[@petersherman2187]

It seemed she exposed herself or at least very nearly.

[@sopie97burr96]

I like how Ron says, "Call about the gala or any of my other interests." Making it sound like he cares.

[@tuvelat7302]

Just now realized that the crew member was taking her pulse at 1:07!

[@reblewi30]

I’ve seen this clip so many times and didn’t notice it until you pointed it out! Thank you!

[@elizabethgeerken1470]

“Grapes of wrath, chocolate chip ice cream, and Johnny cash”

[@OmegaPrime1]

What are Ron's favorite book, ice cream flavor and musician.

[@ObeseGramps]

I was wondering what the question was. Something like, “how do you unwind after a long day of work?”

[@MrHC217]

weird how the "banks are ponzi schemes run by idiots" remark is getting sidestepped. it's easily the most accurate yet funny point he made

[@mkq0007]

Yep agreed I am so glad you made this comment if not I would have done so.

[@sarahk2722]

Credit unions are the way

[@BENYJOSE1]

Morons, not idiots.

[@acewilliams7917]

Indeed.

[@zapkvr]

To be fair that's EXACTLY what they are. They only exist to recycle money and bid up the price of the exact same assets over and over till it all comes crashing down then they foreclose and start over again. Its even worse in Australia because we have only four banks

[@khushaliblehh]

The best part is how Ron's description changes from director of parks and recreation to host of his own mini show "you're on with Ron" Edit: bruh the maximum number of likes I've ever gotten is like 7 i- 🥺

[@davidshi451]

And how they zoomed out to keep Joan on camera...just like she wanted

[@zapkvr]

He does have a healthy ego

[@CustomizedUsername]

Ron’s so boss he took over the show.

[@nmarbletoe8210]

remake WKRP in Cincinnati starring Ron

[@reblewi30]

OMG I never noticed that before! I love the small details that were put into this show!

[@maryallgier195]

When my shelter dog surpassed 50 pounds I was like congrats, you’re not pointless

[@RyTyme]

lol

[@nomisunrider6472]

My dog will never be 50 pounds, but she has successfully killed at least one rodent, so I think Ron would make an exception.

[@maryallgier195]

@@nomisunrider6472 but that’s what cats do... 😆

[@nomisunrider6472]

@@maryallgier195 Clearly no one told Ron that. Of course being a farm boy, he probably thinks cats are only good for mousing and keeping one as a pet is pointless.

[@jewellchunn2251]

I do believe small dogs are pointless and extremely loud and annoying. Yeah I own a cat, but that’s because he’s independent (but for some reason still wants to cuddle with me then turn around and play fetch like a dog with his toy mice) but I would rather be a called a cat lady then have a dog and be another person in my county who drives around with their dogs🙄 Leave them at home people! Why must you try and take them to places that don’t allow animals inside?! Not all of your dogs are even cute. Majority of them are ugly in my opinion

[@Fulgrim_The_Phoenician]

The walnut advice really works. amazing!

[@jadenpena7078]

I think nick offerman does and feels these things in real life

[@AxxLAfriku]

HELP!!! Everybody at my school cyberbullies me because they say my videos are extremely BAD!!! Please help me, dear jaden

[@ave789]

@@AxxLAfriku based on what they're like, they're right to do so

[@Shadow-zf5uc]

So I've seen and read many interviews with Nick Offerman confirming that he does not in fact feel all the same things Ron Swanson does or agree with all of Ron's political views. That said, he does enjoy wood working and playing the saxophone IRL.

[@AGH331]

@@Shadow-zf5uc ... and whisky, particularly Lagavulin. He essentially seems to be Ron minus the political views.

[@Shadow-zf5uc]

@@AGH331 I'd still say they're pretty different. Nick Offerman is a great actor and Ron Swanson is an amazing character but that's all Ron Swanson is: a character. So some of Ron's hobbies and interests were probably influenced by Nick Offerman but Ron is unfortunately still fictional. Moreover, Ron Swanson is still very different from Offerman. I feel like saying they're the same person cheapens and disregards Offerman's abilities as an actor.

[@vbs4257]

Kudos to whoever thought to have Joan try to pick up the water with her feet

[@tinman2230]

And follow it with Ron saying “good morning “.

[@bbittercoffee]

Try? Excuse me? She very mcuh succeded! And I'd do the same thing, actually, I did it all the time, didn't even have to hungover for it to happen too

[@FairsleyDifference]

I never noticed her picking up the coconut water with her feet at the end.

[@AlexSchmid-TheAceofSpades]

Let's be honest, this entire segment was actually pretty quality advertising for the Gala.

[@patrickhughes288]

"She has a bad hangover which she is pretending is allergies"

[@andrewalonsi]

Would've been great if Ron got offered a deal for his own show at the end of this bit hahaha

[@NeroVingian40]

Lmao, imagine this happening in real life where they just accidentally discovered a talk show talent just like that lol

[@listenherejack]

"That's as complicated as it should be TO OPEN A BUSINESS IN THIS COUNTRY!" *stifles anger*

[@iryairya2008]

Ron Swanson, the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Spokesman of Pawnee Commons Gala, and the Host of "You're on with Ron"

[@beths5261]

Evolution at its finest

[@drivewaystar6485]

"That works?" "It does." I'm sold.

[@beebo-]

“my girlfriends kids love it. it was pretty funny” he was talking about patton

[@cityhawk]

Are you sure it wasn’t Bridge Over the River Kwai?

[@MilanBen10]

I could watch Ron Swanson answering phone calls all day. I wish they'd made that part longer.

[@toapohatu1692]

God I wish this show never ended. Love it even more than Brooklyn 99 and The Office

[@kauspet]

Same here! Brooklyn is in your face funny but Parks n Rec was so endearing and heartwarming and funny. It is gold!

[@nottheredhead]

I think if it had carried on it would’ve been detrimental to the quality. Just look at the final seasons of The Office or most seasons of The Simpsons

[@zapkvr]

The Office jumped the shark years ago. The UK version had 12 episodes. Each one was perfect.

[@dannykuhrt9144]

@@zapkvr that christmas special is the greatest episode in tv history

[@d3203]

its a hood thing that they ended it when it was good. It would have been very unlikely that following seasons wouldnt have declined in quality

[@bobosmodernlife]

A Pawnee Today spin off mini-series would be great. All centred around Jo running her show with barmy guests and tons of mishaps.

[@dinguschrist5276]

“Cats are pointless” -Ron Swanson, the human embodiment of an angry cat

[@TimStamper89]

I love that it goes from director of the park department, to gala spokesman and finally host of on with ron

[@lordbakkador]

I love that they even changed the title of the banner at the bottom. He was doing so well, they gave him his own show. 😂

[@mikevisby8744]

That last scene where she was grabbing the coconut drink with her feet, from Ron's perspective he would get an eyeful of upskirt there.

[@cooldaddyjames2814]

Which would be lost on him because he’s presumably having regular coitus with his girlfriend so seeing another woman’s panties or even her exposed vulva would not provide any thrill for him as well as the fact that he would not be attracted to her because of her personality etc.

[@Anonymous-kz8fo]

Joan reminded me of my mother throughout the whole scene--even down to the leopard print. Brought back my childhood to see her planking over two chairs.

[@renatocorvaro6924]

I'm glad they uploaded this full segment.

[@bolo2393]

That subtle knee slap to wake her up.. classic

[@JJ-qo7th]

_An attempt was made._

[@TMthe33rd]

One of my favorite parks and rec moments

[@almostkentish3042]

Director, Parks and Recreation Spokesman, Pawnee Commons Gala Host, You're on with Ron. Man's going up in the world and it only took him one show to do it.

[@5T4T10NDR4GON]

Ron should've hosted Pawnee today instead of Joan

[@DerpliciousDerek]

I thought you died

[@vtr0104]

@@DerpliciousDerek I thought you were a hoax

[@DerpliciousDerek]

@@vtr0104 nope, I'm real

[@vtr0104]

@@DerpliciousDerek O___o

[@nottheredhead]

@@vtr0104 How could you not believe in Nessie?

[@ryangoldstrich7334]

The fact that Ron is apparently a fan of Herbie: Fully Loaded is something that, in my opinion, should be talked about more

[@beebo-]

“and cats are pointless” ancient egypt: “and i took that personally”

[@kalvin187douglas]

*“Your house isn’t haunted, you’re lonely.”* 2:32 Damn 😂 wholesome Ron energy

[@deans-rewind2882]

I love how well mo Collins plays all the side characters in these shows.

[@ames_elaine]

fr, everyone talks about "main character energy" but under estimates the power of a solid side character

[@jeremytung1632]

We need more people as blunt and straightforward as Ron.

[@ames_elaine]

he just like one of my uncles. obnoxiously semantic, amazing father & husband, great teacher when it comes to his special interests, classi yet simple taste in food & alcohol, self assured in his abilities, sometimes offensive due to his strong moral compass, but open minded enough to evolve for his loved ones. also so american & anti-government, but not in a q-anon way. one of the only family members i can tolerate being around.

[@marquis911]

So glad Ron is finally getting his own show now.

[@sneekyturbo_AMG]

Ron's leg patt at the beginning kills me lol

[@RyneMurray23]

I love how he hangs up on "sexiest" couple haha

[@taylorwickham]

I would watch "On With Ron" if it were a real show

[@dragonspadeex]

Can confirm that cooking a flank stake, pan searing with salted butter and sleeping in wet socks does indeed work. Thought it was a bit or a joke but nope, does work. Good on ya Ron.

[@Igarappappa]

Wonder how that works.

[@edonkulation1337]

@@Igarappappa my guess would be that the steak somehow helps with the absorption of the alcohol and as for the socks it might help a bit with the dehydration maybe??

[@Igarappappa]

@@edonkulation1337 Maybe. Kinda makes sense.

[@lochnessy9200]

I would love to have this as a whole episode.

[@benadams5915]

This may be the best Ron Swanson clip of all time

[@gen4john660]

Ron gave up his privacy for Leslie. A true workplace acquaintance.

[@calvinhuddleston576]

Anyone test that walnut trick? I think itd only work if the shades of wood matched, anyhow alternate option is at the dollar tree they sell wax wood scratch and dent fillers for that purpose

[@mariavincent1750]

What if Tammy called on the show?

[@toso69420]

I'm guessing he'd just cut the call like he did to that girl who called asking about Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart.

[@mariavincent1750]

@@toso69420 Totally fair... Though listening to her "heYYYYYY rOOOOOn" and him cutting the call and saying something like, "Ladies and Gentlemen, that was the devil" (or anything stone cold) would've been funny

[@JJ-qo7th]

@@mariavincent1750 "Heyyyy Roooon!" -click- "Back to the pits from which you emerged, devil woman. Neither your presence nor your wiles are welcome here. Next caller."

[@sociallyinept1079]

"Ladies and gentlemen, the devilish hiss you just heard was my ex-wife, Tammy. Next caller."

[@JJ-qo7th]

@@sociallyinept1079 "Tammy. I was not aware that your taloned digits were capable of operating a telephone. Please leave now; we are discussing a celebratory and enjoyable event, neither of which I would use to describe another second in your presence." -click-

[@isaacroth5204]

"Whatever happened to 'Hey I have some apples, would you like to buy some? ' 'Yes, thank you!' that's how complicated it should be to open a business in this country."

[@BaldwinVoice]

I've tried Ron's method of avoiding hangovers on several occasions, and it works surprisingly well. Not completely successful, but still pretty good. Two other things I've added to make my method work 100%... 1) In addition to flank steak cooked in butter and putting on a pair of wet socks, make sure to also chug a ton of water (Gatorade is even better) right before going to bed...as much as you can handle without throwing up. Doing that will force you to get up to pee in the middle of the night. When you're up to pee, chug even more water/Gatorade before going back to bed. That double dose of extra hydration goes a LONG way 2) If you're still a little hungover in the morning, force yourself to run a 5K. You'll sweat out whatever sugar/booze is still in your system.

[@Eleidig007]

Thanks for the advice i just hurl 😂

[@shivangichauhan7277]

Joan was me yesterday 😭🎉

[@jwest30]

Went on a booze cruise last week, and just got back 1 hour ago? Now that's dedication!

[@ejshaw2632]

I think this was my favourite clip in P&R. So simple but always makes me laugh

[@palharaldrindal4871]

I like how he just took the opportunity to talk about his interest

[@LittleOrangeCows]

0:17 lmao you can hear Lorraine come through when she answers Ron.

[@wesleyjohnson2861]

I like how they just made him the host of "your on with ron". Just whipped up a segment and ran with it successfully.

[@Hotpur]

By the second or third call Ron should be holding a Whiskey glass instead of a coffee mug.

[@eddiehoward7002]

I'd definitely watch this if it were an actual show .

[@CGrox2012]

“Your house isnt haunted, you’re lonely”

[@zapkvr]

Or bored

[@abrahamramirez3980]

Jack Russell terriers are actually excellent hunting dogs. I'm surprised Ron isn't in favor of them.

[@haoyuan92]

I was today years old when I learned of this dog called terrier

[@banjobill8420]

@@haoyuan92 Well there's different breeds of terrier but yes, they are bred for small game like squirrel and rabbit.

[@aventine95]

Ron would probably say if you need help hunting beyond using a shotgun, stay at home 🤣

[@Igarappappa]

Yeah, but it's not like they're used much for that original purpose anymore.

[@jamessloven2204]

I thought the same thing. Also I am surprised about cats being pointless, they are very good at killing rodents. But it is a funny line nevertheless.

[@Blue_Avatar]

Joan moving around is so funny to me 😂😂

[@fletcherterrell925]

Am I the only one thats impressed that Ron likes flank steak.

[@simoneddy1174]

I love how he instantly dismisses the first caller

[@malvincruz2557]

*Joan is the greatest planker of all time.*

[@zapkvr]

She is that.

[@chadrourke7745]

He spoke in complete sentences, and he didn't cry. Simple. Effective. The Swanson way.

[@Blitzo8390]

I’d watch any talk shows if they were all hosted by Ron Swanson

[@ollieh.9909]

I don't think you understand how long I could listen to Ron Swanson answer questions

[@squallerrleon]

imagine the other 18 minutes being this good.

[@RickBomhof]

i will watch ron taking calls and giving advice for hours

[@chrisarbour]

I love how the title of the show changes to "You're on with Ron" lmao

[@haoyuan92]

1:44 that nod i cant even

[@isacc8324]

Did anyone else notice how half way through the broadcast they justStart calling the show “you’re on with Ron“?

[@wilsonnester750]

This was the most Ron per scene of any episode and it’s great

[@billybutcher913]

2:40 looks like Nick was about to laugh there

[@mitchstacey2860]

I would watch "you're on with Ron" every morning

[@deviationrunes2848]

QOTD: Dress like a casual politician and you will be a boss.

[@leeloodallas8812]

I just love the "good morning" at the end lol

[@bringbackinsidejob]

Whoever runs this channel, thank you

[@tullamorejameson480]

I thought you quit?😂

[@zeked4200]

How can anyone sleep in wet socks? I would want to change them ASAP...nevermind laying down and going to sleep in them. Only strange thing he said in the entire clip...

[@youngdolo8]

When you're drunk, some things seem like great ideas.

[@MyLateralThawts]

Agree. Some years ago it was pointed out to me that drinking alcohol is akin to drinking sea water. Your own body becomes dehydrated when the alcohol passes through your system. The headache/hangover is a result of that. So, in order to avoid a hangover, you must remain hydrated. I suggest having a tall glass of water before going drinking and for every beer or alcoholic beverage, you have an equal amount of water. If you’re still sensible afterwards, have another drink of water before hitting the sack and every time you relieve yourself. Since doing this, I’ve never experienced another hangover.

[@AlexMilenk]

What about on with socks full of potato slices before going to sleep? No joking, this is real folk medicine for battling high body temperature. Not comfortable, but helps.

[@zapkvr]

Best cure for a hangover, don't drink. Take it from someone with experience

[@MyLateralThawts]

@@zapkvr That sounds like a lot of fun. Kinda like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKHGq5V9dqZ_ra8

[@KingChiggy]

"You're On with Ron" would make a great Podcast.

[@markbleichwehl]

When parks and recreation was on NBC I never watched it. Started streaming it's hilarious

[@missnerd9555]

Listening to Ron Swanson is a therapy on its own.

[@yournamehere5926]

I could watch this for hours

[@crasshumor872]

Honestly, I can watch this show for an hour