In the Season 3 episode ' Dude Ranch,' Phil shows considerable skill both on horseback and with a shotgun, notably shooting two clay pigeons on one foot. Or he might make a historical reference such as ' John Philip Sousa!' It is revealed in ' Tableau Vivant' that Phil had once tried to break up with Claire but didn't dare to do so.Ī running gag in the show has Phil running up the stairs (often when carrying an object) and tripping on a loose step, which causes him to quickly and hastily say: 'Gotta fix that step!' In moments of acute adversity or shock in which most people would curse or swear, Phil utters humorous exclamations: references to food such as, 'Sweet Potato Fries!' or 'Chicken in a basket!', etc.
