black-ish season 2 episode 11 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Dre and Bow reminisce over old items in their garage, including Junior's baseball mitt, leading Dre to realize he missed important moments in Junior's upbringing. Attempting to rectify this, Dre awkwardly tries to give Junior 'the talk' about sex, only to find Bow already had it with him. Meanwhile, Zoey avoids discussing her troubles with Bow, and the twins, Diane and Jack, feel neglected amidst the family's focus on Junior. Dre learns the value of being involved in significant discussions, not every detail of his son's life.

Full Episode S02E11 Recap

### Garage Discovery Scene - **Setting**: Johnson family garage. - **Characters**: Dre and Bow. - Dre finds the twins' old onesies. - Bow recalls spilling kir royale on them. - They uncover Dre's old hair care products, reminiscing about past styles. ### Junior's Baseball Mitt Scene - **Setting**: Same garage. - **Characters**: Dre and Bow. - Dre discovers Junior's old baseball mitt. - Reflects on realizing Junior wouldn't excel in baseball. - Dre decides to play catch with Junior, referencing "cat's in the cradle." ### Unexpected Confrontation Scene - **Setting**: Outside the house. - **Characters**: Dre and Junior. - Dre tries to engage Junior with the mitt. - Junior reacts negatively, reminding Dre that he's grown up. ### Dre's Realization and The Talk Scene - **Setting**: Johnson family home. - **Characters**: Dre, Bow, and Junior. - Dre learns he missed out on giving Junior 'the talk'. - Bow reveals she already had the talk with Junior. - Dre feels left out and decides to have his version of 'the talk'. ### Zoey's Secret Scene - **Setting**: Various locations in the house. - **Characters**: Zoey and Bow. - Zoey is troubled but avoids discussing it with Bow. - Bow tries to engage with Zoey, but struggles to connect. ### Dre's Attempt at 'The Talk' - **Setting**: Junior's room. - **Characters**: Dre and Junior. - Dre awkwardly tries to discuss sex, but Junior finds it unnecessary. - Dre realizes his approach may be misguided. ### Overheard Conversations Scene - **Setting**: Johnson family home. - **Characters**: Diane, Jack, and other family members. - The twins feel ignored and decide to take action. - Diane and Jack plan to attract attention from their parents. ### Dre's Continued Efforts and Realization - **Setting**: Various locations in the house. - **Characters**: Dre, Junior, and other family members. - Dre becomes overwhelmed by Junior's openness. - Realizes he prefers being involved in only significant discussions. ### Closing Scenes - **Setting**: Johnson family home. - **Characters**: Dre, Junior, Zoey, Bow, Diane, and Jack. - Dre talks to Junior about setting boundaries. - Zoey receives vague advice from Bow. - Diane and Jack create their version of 'the talk'. - Dre reflects on his relationships with Junior and his father.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Dre find in the garage that sparked nostalgia?

Dre found the twins' old onesies and Junior's old baseball mitt.

Why was Junior upset when Dre approached him with the baseball mitt?

Junior was upset because the mitt reminded him of his past and Dre's realization that Junior wouldn't excel in baseball.

What issue did Dre have with Bow regarding Junior?

Dre was upset that Bow had the sex talk with Junior without including him.

How did Zoey react to Bow trying to talk to her about her problems?

Zoey was reluctant and avoided discussing her problems with Bow.

What was Dre's approach to giving 'the talk' to Junior?

Dre's approach was awkward and misguided, trying to discuss sex openly but in an uncomfortable manner.

How did Diane and Jack feel during the family's focus on 'the talk'?

Diane and Jack felt ignored and decided to take action to gain attention.

What realization did Dre come to about his involvement in Junior's life?

Dre realized that he preferred being involved only in significant discussions, not in every detail of Junior's life.

What advice did Bow give to Zoey about her problem?

Bow gave vague advice, suggesting Zoey look at the situation from the other person's perspective.

How did Diane and Jack decide to deal with their feeling of being ignored?

They created their version of 'the talk', discussing mundane topics in a serious tone.

What did Dre learn from his experience with Junior and 'the talk'?

Dre learned the importance of setting boundaries in communication and being involved in significant life discussions.

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