The Big Bang Theory season 12 episode 19 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Sheldon and Amy grapple with feelings of being imposters after proving super-asymmetry, leading to a human resources meeting about their behavior. They try a sensory deprivation tank for relaxation, where Sheldon enjoys mathematical visions while Amy feels overwhelmed by Nobel Prize pressures. Meanwhile, Howard buys a scooter for a sense of freedom, causing a rift with Bernadette over safety and responsibilities. Amy, feeling the weight of potentially inspiring women in science, confronts the university about her role. The episode explores themes of pressure, responsibility, and self-assertion. ``
Full Episode S12E19 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What syndrome do Sheldon and Amy discuss at the beginning?
Imposter syndrome.
Who calls Sheldon and Amy into human resources?
Ms. Davis and President Siebert.
What is the reason for Sheldon and Amy's human resources meeting?
To discuss their public speaking and behavior regarding their Nobel Prize candidacy.
What solution do Sheldon and Amy try for relaxation?
A sensory deprivation tank.
Why does Howard buy a scooter?
He wants to feel a sense of freedom and reminisce about his younger days.
What are Sheldon and Amy's experiences in the sensory deprivation tank?
Sheldon enjoys it with mathematical visions, while Amy feels overwhelmed with pressure.
What is Bernadette's reaction to Howard's scooter?
She is upset and confronts Howard about the risks and responsibilities.
How does Sheldon try to comfort Amy?
By focusing on his own issues and singing "Soft Kitty" to her.
What does Amy do in response to being sidelined for the Nobel Prize?
She confronts Ms. Davis, asserting her strength and capability.
What happens to Howard's scooter at the end?
He sells it, realizing the importance of balancing freedom with responsibility.
Why is the Nobel Prize important to Amy?
She feels she could be a role model for women in science.
What does Sheldon imagine in the sensory deprivation tank?
Complex mathematical visuals and Mandelbrot sets.
What is Howard's initial plan for the scooter?
To keep it at the university and hide it from Bernadette.
How does Amy feel about the Nobel Prize pressure?
Overwhelmed and worried about letting down women in science.
What is Sheldon's misunderstanding of Leonard's advice?
He thinks he should focus on his own issues to distract Amy from her stress.
