Great News
Overview
When a New Jersey mother secures an internship at the television station where her daughter is employed, their bond faces unexpected challenges. Navigating the chaotic world of broadcast journalism, the duo grapples with the complexities of working together while attempting to maintain their personal relationship. As they encounter a variety of quirky colleagues and high-pressure situations, both mother and daughter learn valuable lessons about ambition, support, and the delicate balance between family and career aspirations. Their comedic misadventures highlight the ups and downs of generational dynamics in the workplace.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Katie, a stressed-out cable news producer, is shocked to discover that her mother, Carol, has landed an internship at "The Breakdown." To Katie's dism...
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2
Bear Attack
Katie attempts to establish some professional boundaries with Carol, but when a major story about a runaway bear comes her way, her mother can't resis...
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3
Chuck Pierce Is Blind
Chuck is set to undergo cataract surgery, marking his first missed day of work. Carol, looking to escape her hefty intern responsibilities, volunteers...
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4
War Is Hell
Katie's secretive boyfriend, Trip, a war reporter, has returned and is now at the MMN offices. Despite Katie's attempts to keep their relationship und...
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5
Snowmageddon of the Century
A massive snowstorm leaves everyone stuck in the building for the night. During this chaos, Portia manages to persuade Katie that Chuck has feelings f...
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6
Serial Arsonist
After a field reporter is revealed to be an arsonist, Katie seizes the chance to go on air, prompting Carol to fully take on the role of stage mom. At...
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7
The Red Door
Carol is thrilled when Chuck asks her to be at his townhouse for the cable guy's arrival, but her excitement is dampened when Chuck issues a forebodin...
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8
Celebrity Hacking Scandal
Katie undertakes a covert investigation into a celebrity phone hacking operation without Greg's knowledge. While she's preoccupied, Carol takes the op...
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9
Carol Has a Bully
Carol is under pressure to ace her midterm to retain her internship. Katie faces a tough decision, torn between assisting her mother and concentrating...
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10
Carol's Eleven
Katie uncovers a significant breakthrough in the story she’s been pursuing and, with Carol and the rest of the team’s support, devises a plan to s...
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Boardroom Bitch
"The Breakdown" welcomes a new leader, Diana St. Tropez, a determined businesswoman with ambitious goals to modernize their aging news program. Katie ...
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Squad Feud
Diana encourages Katie to pursue her dream job at the station, but when Katie steps in as executive producer for the day, she quickly discovers that G...
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3
Honeypot
Diana has received another promotion, now leading the corporation that oversees MMN. However, just as she prepares to depart, she becomes tangled in a...
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4
Award Show
As the show receives a nomination for an American Journalism Award, Katie is thrilled at the prospect of mingling with the reporters she has long admi...
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5
Night of the Living Screen
Katie aims to show off to her friends by attending a trendy Halloween party alongside Portia. Meanwhile, Chuck is reluctant to use a new smart screen ...
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6
Pool Show
Katie receives an invitation from Jeremy to engage in some genuine reporting, sparking Carol's suspicions. In an effort to keep an eye on them, she ki...
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7
A Christmas Carol Wendelson
Carol experiences a twist on the classic "Christmas Carol," realizing that her overflowing holiday cheer is overwhelming those around her. At the same...
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8
Sensitivity Training
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9
Love Is Dead
Carol is heartbroken when she finds out that her parents are divorcing after seven decades together. Meanwhile, Katie, still reeling from her split wi...
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10
Catfight
Carol devises a scheme to coax Katie into confessing her feelings for her boss. Meanwhile, Chuck inadvertently becomes a supporter of the alt-right mo...
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11
Competing Offer
The team at "The Breakdown" faces a legal battle against the quirky billionaire Fenton Pelt, and Chuck believes he can turn things around. However, wh...
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12
The Fast Track
Following a heated argument with her daughter, Carol is thrilled about her new role at "Morning Wined Up," only to discover it comes with far less res...
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13
Early Retirement
Diana St. Tropez brings some promising news to the team at "The Breakdown": Fenton Pelt has decided to withdraw his lawsuit if Chuck Pierce issues a p...
