This is like discovering plutonium, by accident

Seinfeld has truly stood the test of time. It's been almost 11 years since the finale aired, yet so many lines, scenes, and situations from the show are still ingrained into our daily vocabulary. The infiltration is so pervasive that I think that a Seinfeld scene is applicable to something that is happening to me at least once a day. The show appeals to almost all age groups and through syndication has influenced roughly three generations. The only problem with such a large following is that it is nearly impossible to select any sort of compilation titled "The best of". For example, who is your favorite character? They all seem so interdependent that I can't decide. I know this has been tried before, but after years and years of viewing pleasure, I have narrowed my favorite scenes down to three. I purposely chose not to consult with any of my friends who love Seinfeld as much as I do because I would rather have them offer their suggestions after reading my personal selections. Without further ado, and in no particular order.

The Race


Oh the big race?

The banter between Jerry and George, who pretend they haven't seen each other in twenty years, in this scene is comedic genius. They each get a chance to (not so) subtly rip on one another. George making fun of Jerry's routine, Jerry making fun of George's follicle absence. George's tales of being a millionaire architect, his dream profession, as well as his highschool embellishments are uncanny and Jerry's "Well, you've really built yourself up into something" pun is gold. And yes, that's a Kenny Bania reference.



TCB


You don't sell the steak, you sell the sizzle

Thanks to Rocky I've always been a sucker for montages, and the subway montage in this clip is one of my favorites of all time. The fact that he has crackers in the briefcase and is eating them during the montage is just great.

My friend's dad is what I would call a business man. He owns a bunch of buildings, sells real estate, buys cars, fixes them up, etc. One of his workers has a brother who is not all there in the head, but he shows up from time to time to 'help out'. He is not on the payroll by any means. A year or two ago, my buddy was working for his dad and they had a meeting. After his dad said whatever he had to during the meeting, he opened up the floor for suggestions, etc. My buddy raised his hand and said, "I think we should let (the not all there brother) go." Literally on cue, about three of the other employees said, "But he doesn't even really work here," to which my buddy responded, "That's what makes this so difficult."



The Switch



Do you ever just get down on your knees and thank God that you know me and have access to my dementia?

Everything that comes out of George's mouth in this scene is priceless.

Jerry- It's a perfect plan. So inspired, so devious, yet so simple

George- This is what I do

Apparently the roommate switch is next to impossible in the real world; however, I don't know if times are changing or what, but it was not that difficult in college. I know guys that ran through 4 out of 5 girls that lived in a house together and numerous girls that would hook up with guys behind their "best friend's" back. It was almost like girls were competitive amongst each other. Throw in the fact that girls change groups of friends every two weeks and the switch became a whole lot easier.