: The government eventually outlaws "IT" to save the failing airline industry, even though officials admit the airlines are terrible. Ironically, Kyle Schwartz—the cousin the boys spent the whole episode trying to get rid of—receives a $5 million bailout because he invested in "IT" early on. He ultimately leaves South Park because he thinks the local boys are "redneck hicks". Notable Trivia
In Season 5, Episode 11, " The Entity " (also known as "The Ginger Device"), the plot follows two main storylines: Mr. Garrison's invention of a revolutionary new vehicle and Kyle’s struggle with his visiting cousin. Plot Summary [S5E11] The Entity (a.k.a. The Ginger Device)
: Bill Gates appears in the audience with a bandage on his head, a nod to him being shot in South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut . : The government eventually outlaws "IT" to save
: The "IT" device was a direct parody of the massive pre-release hype surrounding the Segway PT (then codenamed "Ginger" or "The Device"), which was marketed as a world-changing invention before its underwhelming reveal. Notable Trivia In Season 5, Episode 11, "
: The presentation for "IT" features several real-world figures, including Steve Jobs , Donald Trump , and Ted Turner .
: Kyle Broflovski is visited by his cousin, also named Kyle Schwartz , from Connecticut. Kyle Schwartz is a neurotic, stereotypical Jewish caricature whose various "irritating" habits—like complaining about the humidity and his "baaaad" gas—immediately annoy the boys. Kyle Broflovski is so embarrassed that he even bribes Cartman $40 not to make fun of him, though Cartman inevitably fails. Key Highlights & Satire