Raising Hope season 2 episode 12 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In an episode filled with humor and life lessons, a family struggles with gambling addiction. Burt's history with gambling resurfaces, leading him and his family to a series of bets using a new winning system discovered by Virginia. Despite attending Gamblers Incognito, their obsession causes them to miss a significant family event. The episode highlights the negative impacts of gambling addiction and ends with the family attending a support meeting together, realizing the importance of family over gambling. Meanwhile, a subplot involves a humorous play about Hillary Clinton, where a baby and a dog steal the show.
Full Episode S02E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the theme of the play being auditioned for in the episode?
The play is about Hillary Clinton's life, focusing on her struggle in a male-dominated world.
Why do Floyd and Judy visit the pawn shop?
They go to retrieve a cooler scooter they previously pawned.
What personal items do Floyd and Judy reminisce about in the pawn shop?
They recall items from their childhood, such as a light-up Frisbee, Garbage Pail Kids, and a magic kit.
What problem does Burt have?
Burt has a gambling addiction.
How does the family initially try to address Burt's gambling problem?
They attend a Gamblers Incognito meeting.
What unique betting system does Virginia discover?
Virginia finds she can win bets by choosing the opposite of her initial instinct.
What happens when the family starts using Virginia's betting system?
They go on a winning spree, leading to issues with bookies and neglecting family responsibilities.
How does the family's gambling affect them?
It leads to them missing an important family event and realizing the negative impact of their obsession.
What is the resolution for the family's gambling issue?
They attend a Gamblers Incognito meeting together and refocus on their family values.
Who plays Hillary Clinton in the play?
A baby in a pantsuit plays Hillary Clinton.
How is the family tricked into attending the play's encore performance?
They are misled to believe they missed the original performance, prompting them to attend the encore.
What is the reaction of the family to finding out they were tricked?
They are initially upset but then grateful for being tricked as it helped them realize their gambling problem.
What lesson does the family learn from their experience?
They learn the importance of prioritizing family and personal relationships over gambling.
Who played Bill Clinton in the play?
Butchie, the dog, played Bill Clinton.
What humorous event concludes the episode?
Butchie, the dog, continues to act like Bill Clinton even after the play is over.
