Caution: This article contains spoilers for the Season Three Premiere of ‘SurrealEstate’. To revisit the Sesaon Two Finale, click here.
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It is definitely safe to say that fans of the hit SYFY series, SurrealEstate, have been eagerly awaiting the third season of the show for a bevy of reasons. The most obvious one being, that it means more of a story that continues to explore the human condition in a manner that is both refreshing and unique. Plus, it means we all get to spend more time with these amazing characters we love since we relate to all of them on so many levels. But above all, the biggest reason we have been ready for more is because of the fact that the season two finale brought forth great changes for the office, and we were all curious if those changes were going to stick or if the show would find a way to nullify them.

Because sometimes, changes like what happened, with August, Zoe, and Phil leaving, quickly end and everyone is reunited under unique circumstances and well, the season three premiere of the show made it clear… that in this universe… change is a constant. For we came to learn in ‘Buckaroo’ that the Roman/Ireland Agency was still without hardcore paranormal specialists and that Zoe was off thriving in her new career and while it was scary, she was happy. Of course, Phil was living the good life working for the Vatican still and August, while finding a sense of stagnancy in his new role, stayed true to his word to see it through to the end. Which truly implied that those lovely characters will play reduced roles this year because of the changes made but will find a way to stay close to our hearts since we adore them.

But of course, that kind of shift in the story also left us wondering if by chance… the core tenets of this series would shift as well, and thankfully… that won’t be the case. For we love seeing this agency explore the supernatural and our humanity in doing so, and that was present here through a unique haunting. Wherein a family that bought a lovely home from an insanely rich accountant, named Kirby Yurth, kept seeing the echo of a feisty cowboy who wanted to know where his ‘buckaroo’ went. Which of course, prompted a deep dive from the team, one that revealed that the ghost in that house was Kirby’s father, Brandon, and he was hoping to find his son… for positive reasons. For a reunion with father and son in that house, allowed for dear old dad to impart some amazing wisdom upon his son. The kind that spoke to following one’s dream now, so that life is truly fulfilling, and that made for a beautiful moment and a beautiful lesson for all of us to take to heart.

In fact, it impacted Luke deeply. Since he pondered upon moving beyond the stagnancy, he realized he has been mired within in the past three years since the events of ‘Letting Go’, and well… the only question is if he will confront that before or after this season’s big trouble arrives. Because as all of this was going down, something sinister was growing in power. For a rich man named Tyler uncovered something strange on a fishing trip, a stuffed animal with crossed eyes that carried a spirit that possessed him. One that was eager to take vengeance upon Carl Roman. But without Carl being present, it turned its attention to Luke. Setting the stage for a powerhouse confrontation between whatever nightmare this is from the Roman’s past.
All of which gave rise to an amazing season premiere. Simply because… this one offered us so much. Since it had all the stuff we love, in fact, that opening really reminded us of how the spiritual core of this show resonates with us, before diving into life lessons about change and the sins and hopes of the father. Of course, it was also amazing to see Zoe thriving and see August do his best to stand tall against nonsense and you also cannot go wrong with a story that sets up personal growth for its main character. Since Luke really is a crossroads and in need of some kind of fulfilment. And it will be interesting to see how he finds that, and of course, see what other lessons and big battles await us as season three of this magnificent series, continues along. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 217 of ‘Found’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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When we last settled in, to enjoy the amazing NBC series, Found, we were left stunned by that ending. Because we truly thought the worst of Jamie. After all, Gabi discovering that cigarettes were on her lawn, that the missing person from her last case ended up in her basement, along with Jamie’s decision to meet Hugh ‘Sir’ Evans and talk with him… was all foreboding for certain and spoke to Jamie being Sir’s pawn in this whole mess. Which of course, left us eager to know the truth and eager to know if evil was going to collapse M&A, and thankfully… after a short hiatus for the show, those answers finally came to light… the long way round in ‘Missing While Manipulated’.

Simply because, before Gabi and the team could further investigate Jamie and potentially confront him, a man named Monty stormed into the office with a gun in hand. Which he made clear, was his bargaining chip, one that he expected Gabi to cash in. For she sent him to jail years ago, as part of a case in her former career where all signs pointed to him harming his son, and well… he expected her to now help him find his baby boy. Because he and his mother had gone missing, and that led… to a tense cat and mouse game at M&A and at Zeke’s. For Monty expected no one to help on this case but Gabi and slowly but surely… she had to chip away at his anger and gain his trust. So that the team could be involved, so this case could be solved the right way.

Which led to a messy manner in how the case played out. Because despite Gabi figuring out a way to slowly gain his trust, others outside of the building were ready to charge in and save her. Which added tension and slowed things down, and Gabi continued to fight against that. But with the help of her team, she finally figured out how to break the tension and work with Monty to get his son home, safe. Which involved letting down walls and being good to one another, and because of that, and because Trent stood down when he made a one-man army attempt to end this in the only way he knew how, eventually… it became clear that Monty’s son was hidden away safely. And that his mother did so to get some real help and eventually, the family was reunited, and another lost soul came home.

But, in between all of that, the story inched toward all kinds of important answers. The kind that revealed that Jamie cared about Margaret and wasn’t a monster. He was just a broken soul like the rest of the team and did bold things to get answers and understand the life his mother and her close friends were leading, and his desire to do right by Margaret added trust to his actions and besides… there was no way he could be the problem. Since Margaret’s decision to visit Sir and confront him about Jamie’s visit, led to the surprise reveal of Sir’s real accomplice. For a short chat with Heather made it clear, that she was Sir’s sister and that her career was perfect cover and made it easy for her to blend in and handle chaos in the shadows and that discovery… is bad news… for Heather.

For the truth galvanized Gabi and gave her a fine understanding of how best to handle this mess. Or at least, begin to plan how to, and all of this brought forth, just an amazing episode through and through. Simply because this story really took the time to showcase a few things. One, how this show can do it all since it was a straight who-done-it this go round, with just hints of growth for the characters to keep the message of healing alive and two… it knows how to straight up drop our jaws. Because that was not the reveal we expected, and Heather’s involvement changes so much for this story and truly… we are now super engaged and ready to see where all of this is headed next. Because now, Gabi and her team are on the offensive, and they’re ready for more surprises from Sir and that is going to make for some amazing stories as we inch toward the end of season two of this brilliant series. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 2617 of ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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There was a time in the world of television, where a great injustice was imparted upon the characters of popular television shows. In that, incredible and stunning, and sometimes outright devastating things would happen to them… and there would be no follow up regarding the impact of those events. They would just continue along, with maybe a mention of what occurred, but few fans were ever happy with that. Because profound moments have a major impact upon people and fake people or no, it made no sense that a story would not take the opportunity to explore that and enrich the story even further and thankfully, that changed.

For shows are now starting to follow-up on major moments in character’s lives and add to the depth of that moment and the story and a fine example of this, was last night’s episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit on NBC. For ‘Accomplice Liability’ took the time to revisit one of the darkest moments that ADA Dominick ‘Sonny’ Carisi Jr. has experienced in his fictional life, that hideous hostage situation he took part in, in ‘Cornered’. For Deonte Moseley, who was supposed to quickly disappear from everyone’s life, was fighting the charges against him tooth and nail and was ready to take the whole matter to trial and that meant, Carisi, Elizabeth and Tess were prepping for trial and that brought about a harrowing journey for certain, where we saw the impact of that dark day. 

Because it turned out that Tess, was rightfully falling to pieces mentally from what happened on that day. To the point where she turned to drugs to cope with the darkness within, and that put her testimony in jeopardy. Not to mention, Carisi was not himself either. Since clearly, the trauma of the matter was still hanging heavy over his soul. To the point where he was trying to help ADA Rourke, win the case while working to contain his contempt and anger over this whole mess. Which brought about… a stunning story for certain. Where we truly came to understand that a moment like that would haunt people for ages, and break them, leave them angry and feeling empty and eager to somehow get hold of a sense of justice. Which Captain Benson worked to help Carisi find in this story. Because she made it clear, that victims of crimes, can in fact… reclaim agency and grow.

Which was expressed and explored in several ways here. Some of which involved, just facing that which hurt us, which is what Tess did in this story. Because after a few setbacks, and a stint in detox, she took the stand and looked Moseley in the eyes and told her story, and made it known the horrors she endured on that day, and of course, Carisi had to find his agency back as well. Which was tough because he did have an outright outburst in the trial, and he struggled to find his way mentally through this mess. But that talk with Benson did help him to understand that the way back for him, involved using his mind and his vast legal knowledge to gain the upper hand in the matter and eventually, he and the team did. Courtesy of the discovery of a legal advisor in jail, that was eager to snap some revenge upon Deonte. 

That of course, brought the case to an end, with Deonte heading to jail for the rest of his life, and thus… closure came to this matter and there was healing. Which yes, let’s be honest… was a tad rushed. Because if there is one thing, we all know, trauma doesn’t disappear the instant we face our pain. It helps start a grand process, and gives us strength to go on, and here… all was well, and that’s a very escapist thing to do. But this did follow-up at last on something critical and it did offer closure and that is a start, one that this show and others will learn from, and it did lead to an engaging journey, and it will be interesting to see how many follow-ups will be found from this show, this season. Since it has offered quite a few to date. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 2417 of ‘Law & Order’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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It is definitely safe to say that modern society harbors a bit of hypocrisy when it comes to parenting. After all, we expect parents not to fail in raising their children, and if by chance we learn that someone is… so many step in and do their best to ensure that parent will either get it right or get out of the way. Because being a parent is what we cherish most in the modern world, and in 2025, there are no excuses or reasons why they cannot be perfect. Yet, at the same time… we let a lot of parents fail their kids, and we even let those failures slide if by chance the parent promises to be better. Which is indeed quite hypocritical because we cannot sit here and demand perfection from parents and yet, let bad parenting persist. But we do, and it’s frustrating and that hypocrisy is top of mind today because it was on full display in the next episode of Law & Order on NBC.

For ‘A Perfect Family’ introduced us to nothing of the sort. For this episode wasted no time into having the team investigate the death of a preteen named Emily Chapman. Who was thrown from a train station and died from her injuries and well, the quick work of the NYPD, quickly ruled out some of kind random and twisted monster roaming about the city, hurting kids. Instead, they came to learn that as is often the case, a family member was involved. In fact, it was Emily’s mother, Melinda, that committed this hideous crime. Which of course, shocked the city and the department because how on earth could a mother even think of harming their child in such a manner? But soon, the team came to learn that such a heinous act related to some mental illness on Melinda’s part. For she was suffering from mental breaks related to severe postpartum depression and that brought forth an insanity plea.

Which the DA’s office was prepared to accept, but there were some questions they wanted answered before they did. Specifically, how this was able to get to this point. Because the investigation revealed that Melinda actually tried to find help as her mental state began to deteriorate. In fact, she saw a doctor and she was ready to start medication and begin inpatient treatment to get back on track. Because she outright heard voices that told her to harm her daughter, and that was all of concern because her husband, Derek, knew of this as well, and he made a point to sway her from treatment. For he had his own stigmas regarding mental health matters and as so many in this world believe, he thought that Melinda could just get through it if she remained tough enough. But in the eyes of the law, Price and Maroun saw this as neglect and worked to charge him accordingly.

That brought forth… the commentary in question. Because as the trial rolled along, and the case was made for a pair of parents that should not be near their children in the slightest, Derek did what so many bad parents do. He offered a mea culpa; he spoke to loving his kids so deeply that their safety would never come into question again, and well, Price and Maroun knew those were words were fat and juicy lies designed to sway the jury and that prompted Price to swing for the fences. By calling Emily’s sister, Amanda, to the stand to prove that Derek was complicit. But more so, he was a man that understood the world, understood the hypocrisy that surrounds parents and knew that if he held the line he would be exonerated. After all, an ADA would never put a kid on the stand and break them to get the win, and he was right about that. Since Price could not bring himself to do just that.

Which led to Derek’s acquittal, and he was reunited with his daughters while his wife went onto a path of recovery. Leaving the fate of their kids from a mental health and outright health standpoint, up in the air. All because we pick and choose what offenses to hold parents to account to, and we really offer too much forgiveness in situations such as these. Because it was painfully obvious that Derek was a bad parent, one that influenced real strife in his family and long-term damage, and it is wild that people like him, can continue as a parent with promises of good will and better effort. But alas, that is how we operate and that made for a powerful story. One that once again, offered pause and commentary on matters that we need to face, and need to fix. Until next time.

Please enjoy this sneak peek and synopsis of Episode 405 of Power Book III: Raising Kanan, which is available to stream on STARZ now, and debuts on the network later today!
 
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EPISODE 405: The Nail That Sticks Up
Airdate: April 4 on STARZ 

Raq and Marvin navigate a dwindling supply of product, while Lou and Imani scout artists together. Joyce’s condition worsens. Famous’s mother desperately tries to find him.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 1217 of ‘Chicago P.D.’ To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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One unfortunate truth about our world, is that so many of us, look down upon people who are struggling with their mental health. For there is a mantra in our world that people who are suffering from PTSD, or a mental health affliction, are… well… crazy. Which is not the case in the slightest, but it is a collective line of thinking from the modern world. Simply because we don’t understand the imbalances that such matters create and how they drive us to do things that aren’t of the norm. But when we take the time to shun the old way of thinking and embrace understanding and kindness regarding the standing of someone’s mental health, wonders can take place, as evidenced by the next episode of Chicago P.D. on NBC.

A feat that ‘Transference’ accomplished by providing us with a harrowing journey for Officer Kevin Atwater. Who immediately started this story off with a shocking murder investigation. For one fine night while he was enjoying some quality time with Val, shots rang out next to her house. Which prompted Kevin to investigate and that brought him face to face with a young man that appeared to have something to hide. But alas, there was a victim in that house, and Kevin needed to attend to him, first. Sadly, that man did not make it, and that prompted the team to come together and begin to search for the man that Kevin ran into. Because all signs pointed to him having some kind of involvement, and that led to an intense manhunt. One that revealed that Val knew the guy, whose name was Nick Payton and well, since he was a college kid who showcased his school’s logo when he and Kevin crossed paths, they found him fast.

Which led, to all kinds of surprises. Such as the fact that he was not the perpetrator of a home invasion and a murder. But he was a man that was obsessed with Val, and he was a former patient of hers, and she in turn was good with his obsession. For reasons that simply were not clear and Val’s firm decision to not discuss that with Kevin, despite his pleas, led to friction and a seeming end to Kevin’s new relationship. But any further details and fallout had to wait. Because the team had to put an end to this invader since they struck again, and that meant enlisting Nick’s help, with Val at his side, to learn that they were dealing with a criminal who already had done time for home invasion work. And having a name and a face since Nick did ID the guy, for they crossed paths on that fateful night, allowed for this team to arrest the perp’s assistant and put him down.

Mainly because he wanted revenge against Nick for bringing heat down upon him, and that sorrowful ending, where Nick tried his best to hold onto Val and wounded her in the process… finally allowed for that central theme to come to light. Since we learned that all of this irrational behavior, the kind that Kevin, and likely we the viewer looked upon in a sour light, was related to mental health matters. For it turned out that both Val and Nick, lost their mothers in close proximity to meeting, and that prompted this duo to trauma bond and encourage behaviors that weren’t healthy. But that is what we do sometimes in life, because the world beats us down and breaks us, and it’s important we get support instead of disdain when that happens so we can find our way forward again, and thankfully… Kevin did that here. By looking past, the mistake, to help Val.

All of which made for a vastly different kind of episode. One that focused upon a topic that we don’t see shows focus upon enough. In that, sometimes people are in a bad place mentally and do wild things because of it, and that doesn’t necessarily make them criminals or bad people… just broken individuals that need a hand in being lifted up, and that was lovely to see play out here and really did add depth to an incredible episode. Because it still had quite the case for us to enjoy, one that offered high stakes and a real monster, and once again, this series delivered something special. Since so few crime shows offer up ideas akin to this, but this one thrives in more thoughtful spaces, and it will indeed be incredible to see what other thoughtful concepts lie ahead as this season continues along. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 1317 of ‘Chicago Fire’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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It is definitely safe to say, that television is something that is something that is extremely important to all of us. In part, because it truly is a magnificent escape from our daily lives. For where else can we travel to outer space, or immerse ourselves in a world of laughter for a little while after a long day? But it is also a medium… that offers us great meaning and provides us with stunning insights. Because television can also offer us amazing lessons that we are in need of, courtesy of moments that are reflective of the ups and downs we experience. Which is why Chicago Fire on NBC continues to be such an important series.

Because it is that rare television show that finds ways to both entertain and explore life as it is, as was evidenced by this week’s episode. Because ‘A Beast Like This’ took the time to ponder upon how new chapters can in fact, be a little scary at times, and how we get through those early days of uncertainty. Which was explored in part, by way of Jack Damon. Who as it turned out, was shellshocked and terrified of a return to 51, and deeply worried that any screw up might send him home. So, he avoided Novak as much as possible, even after they gave into their passion for a night and worked far harder than expected and even kept his kit ready for departure. All because of that worry that this new chapter would be worse than his last. But Herrmann and Novak guided him through his worries and helped him to embrace his new chapter.

In fact, that was really the grand takeaway here. That yes, new chapters will be uncomfortable and awkward, but it is the support network we usually have in life that will guide us through, and that was further hammered home by Chief Pascal’s journey here. For he continued to struggle, understandably, with grief. To the point where he was snapping at people injured on calls and he was distant and rattled otherwise and that prompted Novak, to step in and offer him the same kind advice he offered her. About how folks of their mindset, handle the tough stuff and get through the ugly days, and Novak’s advice did wonders here as well. Since she convinced the chief to push through where he needed to, but also to take the time to reflect and grieve as needed, so that he could properly heal and find peace again. Which he did here in a beautiful manner, by keeping Monica’s memory alive in all the right ways.

Yet, since this series always offers more and keeps us engaged with entertainment as well, that was present via some other unique storylines. One that also involved Novak, since she was the hero of the story, since she and Violet solved a crime thanks to connective clues via health scares created by a scummy gym owner. Not to mention, Stella dealt with a unique teenager that was eager to join the Fire Girls for reasons that were heartbreaking. Since she was the one to pull this little girl out of a fire many years ago, and well… that poor girl had little in this life to go off of joy wise and gravitated to the one person that gave her something worthwhile. Which does leave us to wonder what her arrival in the story will mean for Stellaride since there are some hints that maybe, this kid will be related to their adoption hopes.

Plus, there were still more intimate moments to be found as Violet worked to navigate her conflicting emotions for her beau and for Carver, whom we learned was heading back to 51, and well… this episode truly reflected how this series captures the majesty of life. Because new chapters happen to us often, and we are always scared of how they will go since they bring forth change. Which we fear, since we are creatures of habit, and we adore comfort. But change is always on its way, and we are constantly learning and evolving and entering new chapters and that’s okay. Because we will get through them with the right people around us, and that made… for a beautiful episode. One that truly spoke to life and offered comfort in a trying time, and it will be interesting to see what other reflections await us as this magnificent season continues along. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 1017 of ‘Chicago Med’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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It is definitely safe to say that doctors are unique in nature. After all, they make a choice to save lives, and they see stunning surprises in their day to day lives. The kind that the majority of us might not be able to handle, all because of their training, their skills and knowledge and of course… their minds. For they truly understand how to separate the moment from emotion to keep people alive, and that is unique and that is why we look at them with awe. But it does leave one to wonder, how much a doctor can carry when it comes to the emotional burdens they experience, and the emotional separation they must impart upon themselves. For they are people, unique sure, but people none the less and death and suffering has an impact upon us.

So, how then do they process that? And is there a breaking point for them when it comes to how much they can take? As it turns out, there is, as evidenced by this week’s episode of Chicago Med on NBC. For ‘The Book of Archer’ focused heavily on Dr. Dean Archer during a harrowing day in his life. For he learned right out of the gate that his ex-wife passed away due to her drinking, and an accident. Which really didn’t seem to bug him at first, since a man of his experience and stature knew how to process death, and that led him to comfort his son and head to work, on a day where the ER was short with Dr. Lenox taking some time to stay with a patient that meant something to her, and with Ripley still recovering upstairs. 

Which led to business as usual at first. Wherein the good doctor dealt with a patient that was jacked up on drugs, a couple that discovered that cancer was growing next to their baby and a child that firmly believed that his new heart was going to harm him. Because the donor wasn’t happy with him and her spirt was ready to end him. That brought forth… an understanding that doctors have a breaking point, and that they struggle to process the pain they see and when that happens… life gets rough. Since Archer was snappy with his patients and direct in a manner that was outright rude. Because he was struggling with his emotions, the emotions in the room and that left us wondering… how then do they find a way forward? Because clearly, the big issue for Dr. Archer was that he was overwhelmed by the emptiness of death.

Of how sudden and quick it can be, and how it created such voids, and doctors do indeed see it differently. For there is no thoughts of God and the afterlife in the midst of trying to restart a heart via CPR. Just the moment, just the need to save a life, and well… this episode made it clear, that doctors need to find some meaning in death. To satiate what our minds require, which is closure, and Archer found that in some unique ways as this episode moved along. Since a wonderous gesture to help that heart patient informed him of the need to find more to death than just time of, and a moving of a body, since that can offer comfort to our minds. Not to mention, a grand talk with Lenox, who spoke to how loss and an understanding of the fragility of life and the moment, drove her to be no nonsense and to preserve life, reminded him to cherish every single second we are given.

Of course, it also didn’t hurt that Hannah helped to reinforce that through some kindness. All of which seemed to give Archer a little more focus and calm and well, all of these elements made for a fascinating and thoughtful episode. One that was supremely grounded in humanity and served as a study, really. Of how we lose our way in any profession and how we need things to ground ourselves to maintain our sanity and to find meaning in what we do, and those are lessons we can all take away from this story. One that also finally solved the mystery of Lenox and gave us new perspective upon her, and also saw Dr. Frost continue to quietly deal with the fallout of his confrontation with Maggie. Who may embark on new journeys as well. But what matters most, is that this episode really did remind us that doctors eventually struggle like the rest of us do and require the same support and love to find their way, for after all… we are only human. Until next time.

Please enjoy this sneak peek and synopsis of Episode 7 of Berlin ER, which is available to stream now on Apple TV+!
 
Episode 107 - End-stage - Premieres Wednesday, April 2
Zanna and Ben finally have to confront his addiction and their feelings for each other; Olivia and Olaf struggle to work together, as Dom deals with his guilt

Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode Sixteen of ‘St. Denis Medical’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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It really is quite amazing what the hit NBC series, St. Denis Medical, has accomplished in its first season. After all, this series has been able to speak to some of the quirks and conundrums of the medical health care system, through clever commentary and comedy along the way. Not to mention, it’s pondered deeply upon the many challenges doctors and nurses face in hospital work in 2025. But where it truly shines often, is through the sheer fact that the series continues to offer up a day in the life perspective. Where we get to see personal and professional struggles from the amazing individuals in this hospital, that reflect reality, and it just so happens… that was what last night’s episode of the show focused upon.

Since ‘Anything to Push Zaluva’ took the time to explore how sometimes a personal need for control can create conflict in this kind of work, along with how important it is for a medical professional to assert themselves, and how hard it is for medical professionals to make real friends professionally. Which came about via three key storylines, and it was Serena and Alex who explored that first element. Because Alex was feeling overwhelmed with so much going on at work, so Serena stepped in to help plan a baby shower, and well… Alex was worried that Serena’s plans would derail the wonder of the shower, and that only she could do it right. So, she kept poking about, influencing, and she even tried to just take it over, and that did rub Serena the wrong way. Who did a great job putting it all together and while she and Alex made up, and bonded over some mutual sass, it was clear that Alex’s need to be in charge created conflict, and hopefully Alex garnered a good lesson in letting go and trusting others.

As for the need to step up and assert oneself in this field, that was handled by way of Matt. Because sadly, he was struggle-bussing in this tale. For he continued to make mistakes, continued to crumble under pressure, and that got him a nasty nickname and for the first time, Matt himself was wondering if he was going to wash out of this job, a worry he sadly… expressed to Doctor Bruce. Who thought it best to bring him under his wing and make him a success, the Doctor Bruce way. Which entailed brutal hazing and nonsensical testing and that led to tough times for Matt. The kind that prompted him to stand up for himself. In fact, he straight up clapped back at Bruce at the baby shower and put him in his place. Which did indeed garner him some measure of respect and showcased the power and importance of standing tall in this job. Since suddenly, people saw him in a new light, and he can carry that confidence forward.

As for the final examination, that was handled through both Joyce and Doctor Ron. Because Joyce was excited to see her bestie, who was coming down for lunch, and the plan was to have some great eats and catch up. Except Ron kept pointing out… that Joyce’s pal was a pharma rep and was likely in town to push a new drug and offer up all kinds of freebies to get that drug in front of so many. Which Joyce believed wasn’t the case. But despite her best efforts to keep lunch focused on friend stuffs, she failed. For discussions about the drug took place, and Joyce and Ron were both invited to a conference on the company’s dime and that wounded Joyce. Because she wanted a real friend, someone that would come down to catch up and maybe dish a little hot gossip in the process. And that helped her learn, it’s hard to find them when your life is dedicated to the pursuit of saving others, and that perhaps… maybe the friends one seeks are closer than expected. Especially when you’re surrounded by folks you’ve been in the trenches with.

All of which made for an amazing day in the life episode. One that really did showcase some real struggles for folks in this industry that we can all relate to. Since sometimes we are like Alex, or we find ourselves in Matt’s shoes or we too, want to find real connection when we work a ton, and all that tied us to this tale in a unique manner, one that also featured some big-time laughs. Because it was funny to see Alex try and perfect that which was perfect and see Matt experience Bruce’s house of horrors and watch Joyce deflect work talk with some wild stories. But above all, it was just nice to once again see the medical world in a different light. Thanks to this magnificent series, one that truly is impressing us week in and week out, and it will be interesting to see what other amazing moments lie ahead as we inch toward the season one finale. Until next time.