Only in America with Larry the Cable Guy Season 2 Episode 9 Larry Goes to Washington
- TV-14
- March 7, 2012
- 42 min
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Larry the Cable Guy heads to the nation's capital in the ninth episode of Only in America with Larry the Cable Guy season 2. In "Larry Goes to Washington," the comedian visits Washington D.C. to explore the city's rich history, iconic landmarks, and political culture.
The episode begins with Larry visiting the Lincoln Memorial, one of the most recognizable landmarks in the country. He marvels at the size of the statue and reflects on Lincoln's significance in American history. Larry also learns about the process of becoming a U.S. citizen by talking to some people who were naturalized at the Memorial.
Next, Larry visits the White House, the official residence of the President. He talks to tourists outside the building and jokes about what he would do if he were President. Larry also sits down with former First Lady Laura Bush to discuss her time in the White House and her passion for literacy.
In addition to the White House, Larry visits other significant buildings in Washington D.C. He checks out the United States Capitol, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress. He also visits the monuments dedicated to other American icons, such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Martin Luther King Jr.
Throughout the episode, Larry dives deep into the political scene in D.C. He visits the Democratic National Committee and speaks with some of the staff members about their positions on current issues. He then heads over to the Republican National Committee to get their side of the story.
Aside from the political aspects of Washington D.C., Larry also explores some of the city's popular food spots. He tries some of the best chili dogs at Ben's Chili Bowl, one of the city's most iconic restaurants. Larry also visits a local distillery and tries some of their craft spirits.
Larry rounds out his trip with a visit to the Pentagon, where he learns about the intricacies of the building's security systems and gets an inside look at the office of the Secretary of Defense. He even gets to try on a bomb disposal suit.
Overall, "Larry Goes to Washington" is a fun and informative exploration of the nation's capital through the eyes of a comedian. Larry the Cable Guy brings his signature humor to the country's political hub, while also showing a deep respect and appreciation for its history and culture.