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Ishqs · 08-06-2002, 08:44 AM

In the "sponge worthy" episode, George mentions a problem where he can't get condom wrappers open in time, so therefore he doesn't use them....maybe I'm naive, but can't he just open them ahead of time? And even if he can't open them in time, why can't he just become aroused again and then use them? Why was he all like "it's too late" as if it were the end of the world?

Also, how come Elaine and the others aren't even curious as to WHY the sponge was taken off the market? They're not even scared for their safety...what if something was defective about the sponge?

And besides, in the "Virgin" episode, Elaine mentions her diaphragm....I thought she only used sponges?

BulletTrain · 08-07-2002, 12:26 AM

Yeah thats exactly what i was always thinking when he said he couldnt get the open in time, why didnt he just open them before. And theres always some inconsistencies in shows like her saying she has a diaphram then only using sponges. In one episode newman says he hates fruit then in a later episode he loves fruit.

Will and Grace Fanatic · 08-11-2002, 11:22 PM

Go to www.slipups.com Seinfeld has a ton of mistakes that they have made.

Cosmic Charlie · 09-13-2002, 01:51 PM

If you've watched enough Seinfeld episodes, you quickly realize, that this is not really a mistake. It's just a minor detail that is left out in order to make the punchline work better. If they brought up the fact that he should just open them up before hand, then they wouldn't have been able to continue with the joke. The joke would've been over at the beginning of the episode, and the show would've been over 15 minutes early. This is very common on MOST sitcoms.

BulletTrain · 09-15-2002, 01:35 AM

Yes you have a point. In most shows there are situations that would never happen in real life but they happen in the show in order to make for a funny episode.

Cosmic Charlie · 09-16-2002, 01:59 AM

For instance, in tonight's episode on the Subway, why doesn't Kramer find a policeman when that thug is chasing him or appeal to the rest of the people in the subway for help? The reason is that it's a lot more funny to see him stumbling all over himself through the train.

Maestro · 09-16-2002, 11:59 AM

There are definitely continuity defects in Seinfeld like you already mentioned (how 'bout K-Man on underwear-"I'm out there & lovin' it Jerry" & "My boys need a home"),
but I don't see the condom thing as an oversight, an error or continuity descrepency. It fits perfect with George's character. With COstanza's lack of confidence issues it takes perfect timing for all his love making efforts to come together...remember, George has had full equipment failure on the spot before. For our schlep-friend George, if he has to fobble with a condem wrapper at the moment, he's done for the day, prob couldn't bring his lil' soldier back to battle for a while.

Of course, your suggestions about opening ahead of time would solve it, but hey, then the joke goes.

MonarC · 07-22-2003, 10:01 PM

I love the sponge epi. Elane buys a whole case lol the pharmasist thought she was a hooker or something.

Tweety · 07-22-2003, 10:24 PM

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Originally posted by Cosmic Charlie
If you've watched enough Seinfeld episodes, you quickly realize, that this is not really a mistake. It's just a minor detail that is left out in order to make the punchline work better. If they brought up the fact that he should just open them up before hand, then they wouldn't have been able to continue with the joke. The joke would've been over at the beginning of the episode, and the show would've been over 15 minutes early. This is very common on MOST sitcoms.

Actually, what the writers SHOULD have done is to have Jerry ask George that very question..."Hey George, why not just open the package ahead of time...then there's no problem with getting the condom out".

Then George could pause for a few seconds, with a dumb look on his face, processing Jerry's suggestion, then his face lights up as he runs out of the room, announcing "I'm back, baby!!" as he rushes back to Susan's place. <audience roars and applauds>

Actually, that scene would also work with Kramer or Elaine giving George the suggestion...I think we might be on to something here...

sinatrastar · 07-23-2003, 11:50 AM

Dont open em up too early - they might dry out.

08-06-2002, 08:44 AM	#1
Ishqs Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Sep 15, 2000 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 105	George's condoms In the "sponge worthy" episode, George mentions a problem where he can't get condom wrappers open in time, so therefore he doesn't use them....maybe I'm naive, but can't he just open them ahead of time? And even if he can't open them in time, why can't he just become aroused again and then use them? Why was he all like "it's too late" as if it were the end of the world? Also, how come Elaine and the others aren't even curious as to WHY the sponge was taken off the market? They're not even scared for their safety...what if something was defective about the sponge? And besides, in the "Virgin" episode, Elaine mentions her diaphragm....I thought she only used sponges?

08-11-2002, 11:22 PM	#3
Will and Grace Fanatic be happy Senior Member Join Date: Feb 15, 2002 Location: seattle, washington Posts: 2,746	Go to www.slipups.com Seinfeld has a ton of mistakes that they have made.
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09-16-2002, 11:59 AM	#7
Maestro Hipster Dufus Senior Member Join Date: May 31, 2002 Location: Below the equator Posts: 2,905	There are definitely continuity defects in Seinfeld like you already mentioned (how 'bout K-Man on underwear-"I'm out there & lovin' it Jerry" & "My boys need a home"), but I don't see the condom thing as an oversight, an error or continuity descrepency. It fits perfect with George's character. With COstanza's lack of confidence issues it takes perfect timing for all his love making efforts to come together...remember, George has had full equipment failure on the spot before. For our schlep-friend George, if he has to fobble with a condem wrapper at the moment, he's done for the day, prob couldn't bring his lil' soldier back to battle for a while. Of course, your suggestions about opening ahead of time would solve it, but hey, then the joke goes.
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08-07-2002, 12:26 AM	#2
BulletTrain Seinfeld+SimpsonsFan Forum Regular Join Date: Aug 03, 2002 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 863	Yeah thats exactly what i was always thinking when he said he couldnt get the open in time, why didnt he just open them before. And theres always some inconsistencies in shows like her saying she has a diaphram then only using sponges. In one episode newman says he hates fruit then in a later episode he loves fruit.

09-13-2002, 01:51 PM	#4
Cosmic Charlie Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Aug 25, 2002 Location: Jacksonville, Alabama Posts: 74	If you've watched enough Seinfeld episodes, you quickly realize, that this is not really a mistake. It's just a minor detail that is left out in order to make the punchline work better. If they brought up the fact that he should just open them up before hand, then they wouldn't have been able to continue with the joke. The joke would've been over at the beginning of the episode, and the show would've been over 15 minutes early. This is very common on MOST sitcoms.

09-15-2002, 01:35 AM	#5
BulletTrain Seinfeld+SimpsonsFan Forum Regular Join Date: Aug 03, 2002 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 863	Yes you have a point. In most shows there are situations that would never happen in real life but they happen in the show in order to make for a funny episode.

09-16-2002, 01:59 AM	#6
Cosmic Charlie Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Aug 25, 2002 Location: Jacksonville, Alabama Posts: 74	For instance, in tonight's episode on the Subway, why doesn't Kramer find a policeman when that thug is chasing him or appeal to the rest of the people in the subway for help? The reason is that it's a lot more funny to see him stumbling all over himself through the train.

07-22-2003, 10:01 PM	#8
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	I love the sponge epi. Elane buys a whole case lol the pharmasist thought she was a hooker or something.

07-23-2003, 11:50 AM	#10
sinatrastar Indian Summer Forum Veteran Join Date: Jul 22, 2003 Location: 78 W 86th St. Apt 3E Posts: 6,027	Dont open em up too early - they might dry out.