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Bob Hearts Abishola - S01E05 - Whacking the Mole
 

Bob Hearts Abishola season 1 episode 5

Whacking the Mole

 
After Abishola has a romantic dream about Bob, she tries to suppress her feelings for him and pays the price.
 
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Bob Hearts Abishola / S01E05 : Whacking the Mole
Season 1, Episode 5 | Aired on October 21, 2019 | TV-PG | 23 min. | CBS
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  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 1 - Pilot
    Episode 1
    Pilot
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 2 - Nigerians Don't Do Useless Things
    Episode 2
    Nigerians Don't Do Useless Things
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 3 - A Bird May Love a Fish
    Episode 3
    A Bird May Love a Fish
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 4 - Square Hamburger, Round Buns
    Episode 4
    Square Hamburger, Round Buns
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 5 - Whacking the Mole
    Episode 5
    Whacking the Mole
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 6 - Ralph Lauren and Fish
    Episode 6
    Ralph Lauren and Fish
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 7 - Tough Like a Laundromat Washing Machine
    Episode 7
    Tough Like a Laundromat Washing Machine
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 8 - Useless Potheads
    Episode 8
    Useless Potheads
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 9 - We Were Beggars, Now We Are Choosers
    Episode 9
    We Were Beggars, Now We Are Choosers
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 10 - Ice Cream for Breakfast
    Episode 10
    Ice Cream for Breakfast
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 11 - Splitting the Hairs
    Episode 11
    Splitting the Hairs
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 12 - There's My Nigerians
    Episode 12
    There's My Nigerians
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 13 - The Canadians of Africa
    Episode 13
    The Canadians of Africa
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 14 - Full-Frontal Dottie
    Episode 14
    Full-Frontal Dottie
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 15 - Black Ice
    Episode 15
    Black Ice
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 16 - Where's Your Other Wives, Tunde?
    Episode 16
    Where's Your Other Wives, Tunde?
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 17 - A Big, White Thumb
    Episode 17
    A Big, White Thumb
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 18 - Sock Wife!
    Episode 18
    Sock Wife!
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 19 - Angry, Happy, Same Face
    Episode 19
    Angry, Happy, Same Face
  • Bob Hearts Abishola - Episode 20 - Randy's a Wrangler
    Episode 20
    Randy's a Wrangler

Bob Hearts Abishola season 1 episode 5 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Abishola, juggling a large family with polygamous roots, faces pressure from her mother for her and her son Dele's success. Concurrently, she's troubled by recurring dreams about her cowork

Full Episode S01E05 Recap

### Family Conversations and Cultural Differences - **Abishola's Large Family** - Abishola reveals she has six brothers and four sisters from her father's three marriages. - Her father is simultaneously married to three women, showcasing a cultural difference. - **Abishola's Ambitions and Family Expectations** - Abishola's mother expects her to excel, pushing her towards Harvard and a medical career. - She's strict about how Abishola's son, Dele, spends his time, emphasizing education over games. ### Abishola's Dreams and Bob's Involvement - **Abishola's Recurring Dreams** - Abishola is having recurring, possibly romantic, dreams about Bob, her coworker. - Her friends suggest the dreams indicate underlying feelings for Bob. - **Bob and Abishola's Growing Connection** - Despite Abishola's denial of romantic interest, her dreams about Bob suggest otherwise. - Abishola decides to distance herself from Bob, hoping the dreams will stop. ### Work Dynamics and Social Issues - **MaxDot's Advertising Campaign** - Bob's company, MaxDot, plans a new advertising campaign focusing on racial apology and awareness. - There's tension and discomfort around the campaign, highlighting ignorance and systemic issues. - **Racial Inequities at MaxDot** - Discussions reveal that all supervisors in the warehouse are white, suggesting racial biases in hiring. ### Health Concerns and Personal Struggles - **Abishola's Health and Accident** - Abishola falls ill and is sent home from work, indicating her reluctance to take care of herself. - She also has a minor accident, slipping on ice, adding to her physical discomfort. - **Bob's Concern for Abishola** - Bob shows concern for Abishola's health and offers support, deepening their relationship. ### Resolution and Reflection - **Abishola's Acknowledgment of Feelings** - Eventually, Abishola admits to herself and to Bob that she has been avoiding him due to her dreams. - She agrees to see Bob again once she's better, indicating a shift in her feelings. - **Company Changes and Realizations** - Bob's company faces the need for significant change in their racial attitudes and policies. - The episode ends with an awkward, yet revealing, company meeting about racial issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many siblings does Abishola have?

Abishola has six brothers and four sisters.

Are Abishola's parents still married?

Yes, Abishola's parents are still married.

Why does Abishola's mother insist on Dele reading instead of playing games?

Abishola's mother believes in the importance of education and wants Dele to focus on his studies.

What kind of dreams is Abishola having?

Abishola is having recurring dreams about Bob, which may be romantic in nature.

Why does Abishola decide to distance herself from Bob?

Abishola thinks that distancing herself from Bob will stop the dreams she's having about him.

What is the new advertising campaign at MaxDot about?

The new advertising campaign at MaxDot is about racial apology and awareness.

What racial inequity is revealed at MaxDot?

It's revealed that all supervisors on the warehouse floor at MaxDot are white.

Why is Abishola sent home from work?

Abishola is sent home from work because she is sick.

What accident does Abishola have?

Abishola slips on ice and falls, leading to a minor accident.

Does Abishola eventually agree to meet Bob again?

Yes, Abishola agrees to see Bob again once she feels better.

What significant issue does Bob's company need to address?

Bob's company needs to address racial biases in their hiring practices.

Is the advertising campaign at MaxDot well-received internally?

The advertising campaign causes tension and discomfort, indicating it's not well-received internally.

How does Abishola's mother feel about Dele playing games?

Abishola's mother disapproves of Dele playing games, preferring he focus on his education.

What underlying theme is explored in Abishola's dreams about Bob?

The dreams suggest an underlying, possibly subconscious, romantic interest in Bob.

How does the episode portray cultural differences?

The episode portrays cultural differences through Abishola's family background and the discussion of polygamy.

 
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