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Episode Summary
Coach, convinced glasses are for "dorks," opts for a dubious $115-per-eye laser surgery, leading to temporary blindness and reliance on Brendon's family. Amidst this, Brendon and Melissa tackle a family tree school project, exploring their heritage with whimsy. Coach, mistakenly believed to be psychic post-surgery, starts a sham psychic business for profit, involving Brendon in the deceit. The ruse falls apart during a séance, exposing Coach's fraud. The episode humorously navigates themes of identity, perception, and the human connection to heritage and the supernatural.
Full Episode S04E12 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Coach decide to undergo laser eye surgery?
Coach decides to undergo laser eye surgery because he's been needing glasses for the last ten years but refuses to wear them, considering glasses to be for "dorks."
How much does Coach's laser eye surgery cost?
Coach's laser eye surgery costs $115 per eye.
What concerns do Brendon and Paula have about Coach's eye surgery?
Brendon and Paula are concerned about the legitimacy and safety of the clinic performing the surgery for such a low price, questioning whether the surgeon is even licensed.
How does Coach end up staying with Brendon's family after his surgery?
Coach ends up staying with Brendon's family because he can't be alone while recovering, and Brendon's mother reluctantly agrees to let him stay over.
What school project are Brendon and Melissa working on?
Brendon and Melissa are working on a school project to create their family trees.
How does Coach pretend to have psychic abilities?
Coach pretends to have psychic abilities after inadvertently predicting a minor event, then exploits this belief for personal gain by conducting psychic readings and séances.
What leads to the exposure of Coach's fraudulent psychic business?
Coach's fraudulent psychic business is exposed during a séance when he fails to convincingly channel dead celebrities and responds to his real name while pretending to be King Arthur, leading the audience to demand refunds.
How do Brendon and Melissa address the challenges in their family tree project?
Brendon and Melissa address the challenges in their family tree project with creativity and humor, fabricating parts of their ancestries and reflecting on the quirky aspects of their actual family histories.
