Quote by Rick Mercer

On my job I end up jumping out of planes. Last week I got in an 18-wheeler and drove down a runway onto a skid track. The week before that they put me in a car and sunk me to the bottom of a lake to see if I could escape without an oxygen tank.

On my job I end up jumping out of planes. Last week I got in

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's job involves undertaking unpredictable and extreme activities. They mention jumping out of planes, driving an 18-wheeler on a skid track, and being submerged in a car in a lake to test their ability to escape without an oxygen tank. The quote showcases the speaker's willingness to take risks and participate in unconventional experiences as part of their professional responsibilities.

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