Bob's Burgers season 9 episode 8 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Louise, Tina, and Gene navigate a typical school day. Gene faces an unexpected proposition when Courtney asks him to be her roller-dance partner, which he initially refuses. Meanwhile, the Belcher family is intrigued by a mysterious woman sitting in her car outside their restaurant. Gene's friendship with Alex is tested when Alex becomes Courtney's roller-dance partner, leading Gene to consider sabotaging Alex's performance. Eventually, Gene values their friendship over competition and joins Alex and Courtney on the dance floor, reinforcing the theme of friendship. Simultaneously, the Belcher family helps an agoraphobic woman overcome her fear of entering public spaces.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Louise comment "another day, another dollar" at the beginning?
Louise is making a sarcastic remark about the routine nature of their school day.
What game do Gene and his friends play?
They play a game called "RoboWizard Quest."
Who is Courtney and what does she ask Gene?
Courtney is a fellow student who asks Gene to be her roller-dance partner.
Why does Gene refuse to be Courtney's roller-dance partner?
Gene is not interested in roller-dancing and doesn't want to be part of Courtney's routine.
What is Linda's speculation about the woman in the car?
Linda finds the woman's long stay in the car spooky and speculates various reasons for her presence.
Why does Alex decide to be Courtney's dance partner?
Alex enjoys the attention and the novelty of being asked by a girl to do something.
What is the Belcher family's reaction to the mysterious woman?
They are curious and slightly paranoid, with Linda even suggesting she might be a ghost.
How does Gene feel about Alex partnering with Courtney?
Gene feels betrayed and left out, as Alex chooses Courtney over their friendship.
What plan does Gene consider to sabotage Alex?
Gene considers giving Alex a drink with sesame to cause him diarrhea during the performance.
Why does Gene ultimately decide not to sabotage Alex?
Gene values their friendship and doesn't want to hurt Alex.
What is revealed about the woman in the car?
She is agoraphobic and struggles to enter public places.
How do Bob and Linda help the agoraphobic woman?
They gently encourage her and provide support to help her enter their restaurant.
What happens at the roller-dance competition?
Gene, Alex, and Courtney end up performing together, breaking the competition rules but highlighting their friendship.
What is the outcome of Gene's decision at the competition?
Although they don't win, the trio celebrates their unique performance and the importance of friendship.
What does the episode suggest about friendship and competition?
It suggests that the value of friendship and mutual support outweighs the importance of winning a competition.