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Jim Gaffigan on his non-existent plans for the summer

CBS Sunday Morning

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Warm-up Questions

What kinds of plans do people usually make for the summer?
Do you prefer relaxing at home or traveling in the summer? Why?
What is one summer activity you don’t enjoy as much as other people do?

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Jim Gaffigan on his non-existent plans for the summer

Summer pressure and the idea of “plans” (00:00 – 00:56)

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1. What does the speaker say there is pressure to do in summer?

To enjoy summer and not waste it
To stay indoors and avoid the heat
To start school early
To earn more money

2. How does the speaker feel about going outside when the weather is nice?

Angry because the window is dirty
Excited because it’s comfortable
Reluctant because it may be uncomfortable
Nervous because it might rain

3. Why does the speaker think scheduling relaxation sounds stressful?

Because relaxation requires expensive equipment
Because summer is too short
Because employers don’t allow it
Because relaxing should be spontaneous

Jim Gaffigan on his non-existent plans for the summer

Vacation vs. “summer plans” and why travel is expected (00:56 – 01:53)

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1. What does the speaker call a week off scheduled with an employer?

A sabbatical
A vacation
A summer plan
A business trip

2. According to the speaker, which adults should have summer plans?

Teachers and NBA players
Only freelancers
All adults
People who live near water

3. Why does the speaker say traveling in summer makes no sense?

Because airports are always closed
Because the weather is finally nice where they live
Because summer destinations are too cold
Because traveling is illegal in summer

Jim Gaffigan on his non-existent plans for the summer

The beach, the “pursuit of water,” and dreaming of fall (01:53 – 02:39)

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1. What do most summer destinations involve, according to the speaker?

Visiting museums
The pursuit of water (lakes, rivers, ocean)
Working longer hours
Shopping for new clothes

2. What does the speaker say the beach is like?

A quiet forest with shade
A city full of restaurants
A place with snow and mountains
Mostly sand, plus bugs

3. What is the speaker’s favorite thing to do on a beautiful summer day?

Take a nap and dream about fall
Play sports on the beach
Go surfing
Plan a trip for next week

Jim Gaffigan on his non-existent plans for the summer

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1. What is the main comedic idea of the video?

Summer is only enjoyable if you spend a lot of money
People feel social pressure to have exciting summer plans, even if they just want to relax
Teachers dislike having time off
Winter is the best season for traveling

2. How does the speaker generally feel about common summer activities like travel and the beach?

He is skeptical and points out why they seem inconvenient
He is afraid of them for safety reasons
He loves them and recommends them strongly
He feels indifferent and gives no opinion

3. What contrast does the speaker emphasize most?

City life vs. country life
Children vs. pets
Relaxing vs. planning/scheduling relaxation
Sports vs. music

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

Jim Gaffigan on his non-existent plans for the summer

Do you think people are judged for not having “summer plans”? Why or why not?
Is it better to plan your free time carefully or keep it unplanned? Give an example.
What is a popular activity in your country that you personally don’t understand the appeal of?
The speaker says he’d rather nap and dream about fall. What season do you look forward to most, and why?