Ep 2. Hi Tech vs. Civil Service

MXC season 2 episode 2 titled "Hi Tech vs. Civil Service" is a hilarious episode filled with gut-busting physical challenges and witty commentary. The episode kicks off with a classic MXC sketch, where the show's co-hosts Vic Romano and Kenny Blankenship introduce the backstory behind the chosen theme of the week - technology vs. bureaucracy.

The first challenge features contestants from the Hi-Tech team attempting to cross the "slab of despair." In this challenge, contestants must attempt to cross a narrow grotto containing an unstable slab which moves back and forth. Many contestants stumble and fall, with hilarious results. The commentary is witty, with the hosts mocking the contestants' failed attempts to cross the treacherous terrain.

The following game, "Sinkers and Floaters," is equally entertaining. In this challenge, members of the Civil Service team and Hi-Tech team must balance on elevated platforms above a pool of water. The contestants must race back and forth across the platforms, attempting to knock each other into the water below.

The third challenge, titled "Wall Bangers," has contestants from both teams attempt to scale an overhanging wall and hit a 'buzzer' placed at the top. The wall is steep, and covered in lard, which makes for some slippery climbing. The Hi-Tech team appears to have the edge, but the Civil Service team puts up a valiant effort.

Next up is a hilarious challenge, titled "Log Drop." In this game, contestants from both teams are suspended over a vat of mud, wearing oversized cleats. They must attempt to hang on to a log that is slowly being lowered into the mud. Of course, many contestants lose their grip and fall into the mud, to the delight of the hosts.

Another highlight of the episode is the game "Rotating Surfboard of Death." In this challenge, contestants must balance on a surfboard-shaped platform, while it tilts back and forth on a rotating base. Contestants from both teams struggle to maintain their balance, with some ridiculous falls resulting in plenty of laughter.

The next game, "Roller Derby," features members of both teams hopping on roller skates and attempting to pass an opponent and cross the finish line. The game features plenty of physical comedy, with contestants bumping and falling all over the place. The hosts offer plenty of humorous commentary.

Finally, the episode concludes with a rematch between the Civil Service and Hi-Tech teams. A last-minute twist is thrown in, providing a hilarious conclusion to the episode.

Overall, MXC season 2 episode 2 is a fun-filled episode, showcasing some of the best challenges and wittiest commentary throughout the show's long run. Fans of physical comedy and absurd humor will find plenty to love in this episode, and newcomers to the show will quickly catch on to the show's unique brand of humor.