The Big Bang Theory season 3 episode 23 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Leonard, Sheldon, Raj, and Howard engage in a rooftop experiment bouncing lasers off the moon, which Penny and her intellectually challenged date Zack witness. Meanwhile, a drunken Penny sleeps with Leonard, regretting it the next day. Simultaneously, Raj and Howard secretly sign Sheldon up for online dating, leading to his meeting with Amy Farrah Fowler. Their date reveals common peculiarities and agreements, signaling the start of an unusual relationship.
Full Episode S03E23 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What experiment are Leonard, Sheldon, Raj, and Howard conducting?
They are bouncing laser beams off the moon.
Why does Sheldon joke about needing an umbrella?
He jokes about getting a moon burn due to his fair skin.
Who is Penny with when she arrives to see the experiment?
She is with her date, Zack.
What does Zack not understand about the moon?
He doesn't understand that the moon has gravity.
What is the significance of the laser experiment?
It's to prove that there are man-made objects on the moon, demonstrating human progress.
How does Penny feel about sleeping with Leonard?
She regrets it and considers it a mistake.
What do Raj and Howard do for Sheldon?
They sign him up for an online dating site.
Who is Sheldon's match from the dating site?
Amy Farrah Fowler.
What agreement do Sheldon and Amy have about their date?
They agree that all forms of physical contact, including coitus, are off the table.
How does Leonard feel after his encounter with Penny?
He feels used and upset that Penny doesn't want a relationship.
What is Zack's reaction to the laser experiment?
He is initially impressed but ultimately unimpressed by the final outcome.
Why does Sheldon agree to meet Amy?
He agrees after Howard blackmails him with a hidden dirty sock.
What are Sheldon and Amy's views on attending church?
They both find the concept of a deity attending church baffling.
What does Leonard do after his confrontation with Penny?
He drunkenly proposes a casual sexual relationship to Leslie Winkle.
How does the episode end?
With Sheldon and Amy beginning their peculiar relationship.