While the Men are Away
Overview
Set against the backdrop of WWII, two recruits from the Women’s Land Army team up with an Italian immigrant, her Indigenous housekeeper, and a farmhand avoiding the draft to keep a family farm running. As they navigate the challenges of wartime life, they discover unexpected bonds and newfound independence. However, the question looms: will the sense of community and liberation they've forged endure once the men return home? Through resilience and camaraderie, they confront the complexities of friendship and identity in a changing world.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Title: Pilot Plot: A man from the Midwest lands a position as the news director for a radio station in New York City. Upon his arrival, he faces an u...
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Get Behind The Girl He Left Behind!
Set in 1940s Australia amidst the backdrop of WWII, Frankie takes on the responsibility of managing her family farm while the men are away at war. To...
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2
Inappropriate
Following an electric dinner, Dave and Lisa make an effort to conceal their growing attraction from their colleagues.
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2
Furrowing the Führer's Brow
With a looming insect invasion endangering the apple harvest, the entire team must rally together. Frankie takes on the challenge of procuring pestic...
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3
God Speed the Plough and the Woman Who Drives It!
The team realizes that their personal struggles can be just as formidable as the patriarchy in hindering their journey to authenticity. As they confro...
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3
Smoking
A recent legislation prohibits smoking in the office, much to Bill's frustration. Meanwhile, Lisa suspects that Joe might have spotted her and Dave on...
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4
She Talked! This Happened!
The group confronts a significant ethical dilemma that challenges their beliefs. They come to understand that in order to thrive, they must release th...
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4
The Crisis
Dave faces his initial hurdle as news director when a subway train derails. Meanwhile, in the office, Matthew's new desk stirs up tension among the te...
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5
Come And Join The Victory Harvest!
External challenges loom over the group's recently solidified connection, putting their resilience to the test and risking their unity. As pressures m...
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5
Big Day
Mr. James entrusts Dave with distributing the yearly bonuses. Every employee is set to receive the usual $400 bonus, but two individuals stand out: on...
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6
Catch Him With His Panzers Down!
The team uncovers a traditional method used by the patriarchy to manipulate others and decides to employ it for their own ends. However, they soon rea...
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6
Luncheon at the Waldorf
Bill asks Beth out for lunch, and she agrees, even though Lisa worries that Bill might exploit her. However, the situation shifts dramatically when Be...
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7
We've Always Despised Them, Now We Must Smash Them!
The team enjoys a brief period of harmony, discovering the potential of a frictionless existence. However, when this newfound peace is jeopardized, th...
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7
Sweeps Week
Dave's former girlfriend Nancy shows up, believing they are still a couple. At the same time, Jimmy pressures Bill to conduct an interview with a so-c...
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8
We Took the Hill, Come and Help Us Keep It!
With the conflict advancing, the team fights to preserve their shared aspiration. Their experiences have profoundly transformed each member, reinforci...
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No, This is Not Based Entirely on Julie's Life
Beth decides to spice up her relationship with her boyfriend by taking sexy photos of herself. Meanwhile, Joe sets up a clever trap in the refrigerato...
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2
Goofy Ball
Jimmy presents Beth and Matthew with a quirky new product called a 'goofy ball' for them to try out. Meanwhile, Lisa feels it's the right moment to co...
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3
Rat Funeral
The team becomes surprisingly emotional when Dave manages to trap 'Mike', the office rat.
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4
The Breakup
After Dave insults Lisa by calling her the 'b-word', the two get into a heated argument. Meanwhile, Beth cleverly stirs the pot, pushing them to confr...
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5
The Shrink
Feeling the pressure of stress among the team, Jimmy decides to hire a psychiatrist to help the staff cope.
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6
Friends
Beth and her friend, who tends to mimic her, find themselves in a rivalry over Matthew’s affections. Meanwhile, Bill faces frustration as security g...
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Bill's Autobiography
Bill receives an exciting opportunity when he's offered a chance to write his own autobiography.
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Negotiation
Title: Negotiation Plot: Dave offers Matthew a nominal promotion to coordinating producer, though the role carries little real power. Meanwhile, Li...
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9
The Cane
Bill starts using a new cane for no specific reason, much to Dave's irritation. When the cane goes missing, Dave finds himself on the receiving end of...
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10
Xmas Story
Matthew feels disheartened upon discovering that Mr. James gifted everyone a shiny new convertible for Christmas, leaving him out. At the same time, B...
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11
Station Sale
Jimmy enters into discussions with a media giant to sell the station, all to impress their appealing representative. Meanwhile, Matthew resorts to han...
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12
Bitch Session
Dave inadvertently catches the staff making fun of him and hurling insults. Feeling down, he struggles with the hurtful comments. Meanwhile, Jimmy ste...
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13
In Through the Out Door
At a Broadcasting Society event, Dave takes the stage to introduce Bill, having recently honed his speaking skills under Bill's guidance. Meanwhile, M...
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14
The Song Remains the Same
Mr. James shakes things up at the office with his playful April Fools' Day pranks. Meanwhile, Bill finds himself in the spotlight during an interview ...
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15
Zoso
Bill recruits Joe and Matthew to help persuade his girlfriend that he’s actually British. Meanwhile, Beth attempts to market 'Fat Albert'-inspired h...
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16
Houses of the Holy
Joe steps up to cover for a sick Catherine, impressing everyone despite Bill's annoyance. Meanwhile, Beth finds herself dating Mr. James' nephew, who ...
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17
Physical Graffiti
Dave feels a pang of jealousy as Lisa frequently chats with her ex-boyfriend. Meanwhile, Joe takes on the role of mediator in a playful prank war that...
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18
Led Zeppelin
Dave and Lisa reveal their decision to end their relationship. Lisa demands that any future exchanges be conducted in written memorandum form. Dave st...
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19
Presence
After Jimmy loses Bill in a poker hand, Lisa steps in to take his place, determined to win back the prized possession. Meanwhile, Joe cleverly employs...
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20
Coda
Dave, Bill, and Mr. James collaborate on creating a promotional advertisement. Meanwhile, Lisa assists Joe in preparing for an upcoming exam. In anoth...
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21
Led Zeppelin II
A fire breaks out in the building, leaving everyone on high alert. Bill makes a desperate attempt to flee. Meanwhile, Dave and Lisa rekindle their rel...
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President
Mr. James announces his candidacy for President of the United States, prompting Lisa to vow to reveal all his hidden secrets. Meanwhile, Matthew sport...
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Review
A coffee shop has just opened up on the ground level of the Criterion Building. Meanwhile, Matthew finds himself captivated by Scott Adams' Dilbert ca...
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3
Massage Chair
When Mr. James removes the free snacks from the break room, Bill takes charge and sparks a rebellion among the staff. Meanwhile, Joe attempts to win C...
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Arcade
Dave fears that history might repeat itself when a new arcade game, Stargate Defender, shows up in the hallway. To demonstrate that they’re not losi...
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Halloween
Dave and Lisa work to energize the team for Jimmy's Halloween party, but it’s Dave who discovers that the festivities can sometimes bring a sense of...
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Awards Show
Dave is feeling pretty low, worried that he won't be able to outshine his previous success after the station sweeps during the awards dinner.
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Daydream
The team at WNYX struggles with a malfunctioning thermostat, leading to a series of distracting daydreams. In one vision, Matthew turns into Beth’s ...
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Movie Star
James Caan drops by to prepare for a role, which brings out Bill and Matthew's less desirable traits. At the same time, Dave’s plan for Lisa’s bir...
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Stocks
Title: Market Moves Plot: Jimmy decides to mentor Beth on navigating the stock market, which leads Bill to intrude on their sessions in search of ins...
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Christmas
Dave needs to tackle a mountain of tasks before he can whisk Lisa away to Milwaukee to spend Christmas with his family.
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11
The Trainer
Bill contemplates the idea of signing up for a gym, while Beth struggles to maintain her composure after discovering a hidden truth about Dave. Meanwh...
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Rap
When Lisa is awarded the title of "Cutest Reporter in New York," jealousy begins to stir among her colleagues. Meanwhile, Bill takes a firm stand agai...
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13
Led Zeppelin Boxed Set
Matthew's growing hostility towards his colleagues is influenced by Bill's mistreatment and the guidance he receives from Dave.
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14
Complaint Box
Dave finds himself frustrated when a complaint box is introduced, leading the staff to air unfounded grievances against one another and their overwork...
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15
Rose Bowl
Title: Rose Bowl Plot: Dave receives poor ratings for transparency after allowing his team to assess one another, neglecting to credit Lisa for her r...
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16
Kids
Title: Youngsters Plot: While a group of third-graders takes over WNYX, a series of mature books unexpectedly appears throughout the workplace, causi...
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17
Airport
Title: Airport Plot: As Dave and Bill find themselves stranded at the airport, Lisa takes on the task of preventing Joe and Catherine from embarking ...
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Twins
Title: Siblings Plot: When Matthew's brother pays a visit, the team discovers the unsettling dynamics of his family history. At the same time, Jimm...
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Office Feud
Dave finds himself struggling with the disruptive noise from WNYX's neighbors, while Lisa faces her own challenges dealing with unruly children during...
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20
Our Fiftieth Episode
Following Bill's inappropriate actions in public, he finds himself committed to a mental health facility. Meanwhile, Lisa and Joe are unexpectedly thr...
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Sleeping
After suffering a heart attack, Jimmy is on the mend at WNYX. Meanwhile, nurse Lisa comes to a significant realization: she has a strong desire to bec...
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22
The Real Deal
The team is taken aback by the revelations surrounding Matthew's romantic entanglements, leaving them in disbelief. Meanwhile, Bill receives disappoin...
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Mistake
The team is taken aback when they come across Dave's harsh remarks about them in a magazine piece.
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24
Space
In a space-themed episode, the team at WNYX continues their daily routines, navigating the unique challenges of working in a cosmic environment.
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25
Injury
After the uninsured reporter gets hurt at the office, Dave takes the initiative to enroll Matthew in workers' compensation.
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Jumper
Bill seizes the opportunity to score an exclusive report when a desperate man threatens to jump from the ledge outside Dave's office window.
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Plan Bee
With the station facing budget cuts, Jimmy brings in Andrea, an efficiency expert, to help streamline operations. Meanwhile, the staff bands together ...
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The Public Domain
In the midst of turmoil, Dave makes an effort to have Matthew reinstated. Meanwhile, Andrea recruits someone to share Dave's position, while Jimmy arr...
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Super Karate Monkey Death Car
Andrea insists that the team undergo lie detector examinations. Lisa worries about her chances of passing, given her troubled history with the law. Me...
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French Diplomacy
Dave and Lisa decide to end their relationship. Meanwhile, Bill finds himself in hot water after suggesting that foreign diplomats should be attacked....
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Pure Evil
Dave devises a wicked plan to reclaim his position as news director, which involves endorsing Bill's outrageous, curse-filled dialogues with the presi...
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Catherine Moves On
Title: Catherine's Departure Plot: The team at WNYX recounts their unique perspectives on the day Catherine reveals her decision to leave. As they sh...
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Stupid Holiday Charity Talent Show
Title: Silly Holiday Charity Talent Extravaganza Plot: Dave reveals a secret skill as he enters a charity talent competition. The stakes are high—i...
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The Secret of Management
Title: The Art of Oversight Plot: Bill enlists the help of Cadbury, a refined personal assistant, to manage his daily affairs. Meanwhile, Mr. James i...
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Look Who's Talking
Title: Guess Who's Coming Home Plot: Bill reveals his intentions to adopt a child. Meanwhile, Beth and Joe participate in a charity bachelor auction,...
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Chock
Dave struggles to decline when his former college a cappella group, 'Chock Full o' Notes,' comes together to celebrate his 32nd birthday, aiming to ma...
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12
Who's the Boss? (1)
After Bill annoys Lisa once more, she and Dave come up with a devious scheme to put Bill in charge to show him a lesson. Surprisingly, Bill’s manage...
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Who's the Boss? (2)
Mr. James declares an election for the position of station manager, a role that neither Dave nor Lisa is eager to take on. Meanwhile, Joe's chaotic br...
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14
Security Door
Dave finds himself in a frustrating battle to get the team to use the new security door correctly. Meanwhile, Bill seeks Lisa's help to negotiate afte...
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Big Brother
Title: Big Brother Plot: Matthew receives a Big Brother mentor, who seems to have a crush on Beth. Meanwhile, Joe, Jimmy, and Bill embark on a missio...
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Beep, Beep
Mr. James presents Matthew with a tiny toy car. He encourages Dave and Lisa to rekindle their relationship after a confidential study shows that they ...
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Balloon
Jimmy gets the idea to embark on a globe-trotting adventure in a hot air balloon, but Dave quickly realizes that Jimmy's enthusiasm is just empty talk...
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Copy Machine
The office is in a state of sorrow over the passing of “Ted from Accounting,” but Dave soon comes to a startling realization: no one actually knew...
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Monster Rancher
Matthew invites Lisa out for a date. Meanwhile, the office struggles to adjust to their new intern, Walt, who happens to be Mr. James' nephew.
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4:20
At Mr. James' men's club smoker, Joe faces off against Matthew in a brutal no-holds-barred match. Meanwhile, Bill is on edge, fearing that Walt might ...
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Jackass Junior High
When all the other women in the office are out sick, Lisa finds herself being treated like one of the guys by her male colleagues. Unfortunately, this...
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Sinking Ship
In a playful nod to Titanic, Walt and Dave decide to draw a nude portrait of Lisa, presenting her with heart-shaped necklaces as a charming gesture. H...
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Bill Moves On
Title: Bill's Departure Plot: The news team grapples with the profound sadness following the sudden passing of their dear colleague, Bill, who suffer...
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Meet The Max Louis
Jon Lovitz makes his entrance as Max Louis, brought on board due to his ties with Bill. Meanwhile, the looming threat of "Y2K" sends the office into a...
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Lucky Burger
Max’s deception is revealed when it's discovered that he falsified his resume. In the meantime, Lisa takes on an undercover role at a restaurant to ...
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Noise
After discovering that he has high blood pressure, Dave prompts Joe to set up a sound machine for some relaxation. Meanwhile, following a chat with Be...
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Flowers for Matthew
Joe invents a "smart drink" that produces unexpected and intense effects. Meanwhile, Lisa steps into the role of Max's trusted confidante, deepening t...
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Jail
Due to a mix-up, Jimmy finds himself behind bars. In his absence, his vice president, Johnny, steps up to take control of the situation.
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The Lam
Lisa confesses her feelings for Johnny, revealing her attraction to him. Meanwhile, Dave finds himself in a position where he needs to leverage their ...
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Clash of the Titans
Title: Battle of the Titans Plot: After his release from prison, Jimmy discovers that Johnny has taken over his criminal empire. As he grapples with ...
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Boston
Title: Boston Plot: Dave sets out to record a heartfelt message for the students at his former school, hoping to inspire them. Meanwhile, Lisa is on ...
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Spooky Rapping Crypt
Beth is eager to implement a profit-sharing plan, while Matthew, having recently experienced hypnosis, begins to associate it with potential abuse.
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Stinkbutt
Dave struggles to find a place for Joe and Beth's bizarre painting in the lobby. Meanwhile, Matthew begins to adopt Lisa's fashion style, leading to a...
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Apartment
Dave and Lisa clash over an apartment that catches Max's eye, leading him to stake his claim. Meanwhile, Joe and Beth take it upon themselves to revam...
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Towers
As Matthew turns 30, he begins to embrace the mindset and behavior of an 18-year-old, much to the confusion of those around him. Meanwhile, Lisa voice...
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Hair
Jimmy's anxiety around hippies leads him to sabotage a significant opportunity. Meanwhile, Max and Beth go overboard pampering Lisa's dog, indulging i...
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Assistant
Lisa's recently hired assistant sparks a rivalry between Joe and Dave, leading to some unexpected tension. Meanwhile, Max voices his grievances about ...
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Wino
Title: Wino Plot: Once a villain, Johnny Johnson now wanders the streets as a down-and-out alcoholic. He arrives at the station, determined to win ...
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Wedding
Lisa ties the knot with Johnny, even though Dave tries to convince her to reconsider her decision.
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Ploy
Title: Scheme Plot: Max feigns his resignation, hoping it will prompt Beth to urge him to remain. When his tactic backfires, Dave is forced to set as...
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Padded Suit
Title: Padded Armor Plot: Dave takes out his frustrations on the team, warning that someone might lose their job. Meanwhile, Matthew dons a padded su...
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Freaky Friday
Jimmy and Matthew decide to swap lives for a day, leading to some unexpected and life-changing experiences. Meanwhile, Dave enforces a ban on Max from...
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Retirement
Title: Farewell Announcement Plot: Mr. James reveals his decision to sell the station and relocate to New Hampshire for retirement. Dave suspects tha...
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New Hampshire
Jimmy comes back to wrap up the sale of the station and makes an effort to convince one of the staff to move to New Hampshire alongside him.
