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black-ish season 5 episode 7

Friends Without Benefits

 
Bow makes a new friend at work and Dre thinks she has broken bird syndrome. Meanwhile, Junior transforms his shared room with Jack into a frat house, and Ruby and Diane gang up against them.
 
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black-ish / S05E07 : Friends Without Benefits
Season 5, Episode 7 | Aired on December 4, 2018 | TV-PG | 21 min. | ABC (US)
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black-ish season 5 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Bow, a busy doctor and mother, makes a new friend, Angela, a fellow doctor, disrupting her routine with husband Dre. Meanwhile, Junior and Jack turn their room into a frat house, causing family tensions. Dre worries Angela is a "broken bird" needing Bow's help, like past friends. However, Bow realizes Angela is independent, leading to a balanced friendship. Dre, feeling neglected, learns to give Bow space. The episode highlights the challenges of balancing personal life and relationships.

Full Episode S05E07 Recap

### Introduction - The episode opens with Dre narrating about Bow's busy life, highlighting her career, family, and lack of social life. ### Bow Makes a Friend - Bow excitedly tells Dre she made a new friend, Angela, a cardiac surgeon she met at the hospital. - Their meeting involved a humorous mix-up where both were mistaken for nurses, leading to a bond over their shared experiences as female doctors. ### Junior and Jack Transform Their Room - Junior and Jack decide to give their room a "collegiate" feel, resembling a frat house, much to the dismay of other family members. ### Bow and Angela's Growing Friendship - Bow and Angela plan to hang out, disrupting Dre and Bow's usual routine. - Angela texts Bow during a date, indicating their growing friendship. - Bow is excited about having a social life outside her family but struggles to balance her time. ### Dre's Concerns About Angela - Dre expresses concerns about Angela's influence on Bow, noting her tendency to attract "broken birds" – people needing help. - Bow reflects on her past friendships that were unbalanced due to her helping nature. ### Bow and Angela's Night Out - Bow and Angela enjoy a night out, where Bow realizes Angela is independent and doesn't need fixing. - They plan regular meetups, showing Bow's need for a personal space outside her family responsibilities. ### Junior and Jack's Frat House Challenges - Junior and Jack face challenges in maintaining their frat house ambiance, including pushback from Diane and Ruby. ### Dre and Bow's Relationship Dynamics - Dre acknowledges his clinginess and need for Bow's attention, paralleling Bow's own realization about her friendships. - They agree to give each other more space while maintaining their connection. ### Conclusion - The episode concludes with Bow finding a balance between her personal life and friendships, and Dre learning to share Bow's time without feeling neglected.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Angela?

Angela is a cardiac surgeon and Bow's new friend.

How did Bow and Angela meet?

They met at the hospital in a mix-up where both were mistaken for nurses.

What is the main issue Dre has with Angela?

Dre is concerned that Angela is a "broken bird" who might bring drama and dependency into Bow's life.

What transformation do Junior and Jack make to their room?

They turn their room into a frat house-like environment.

Why is Bow excited about her friendship with Angela?

Bow is excited because she rarely has time for a social life outside her family.

How does Angela's character first appear to Bow and Dre?

She initially appears as a potentially needy and dramatic person.

How does Bow's perception of Angela change?

Bow realizes Angela is independent and doesn't need fixing.

What realization does Dre come to about himself?

Dre realizes he is clingy and overly dependent on Bow for attention.

How do Junior and Jack's frat house plans affect the family?

Their plans cause discomfort and challenges with other family members, particularly Diane and Ruby.

How does the episode end for Bow and Angela?

They agree to continue their friendship with regular meetups, showing a balanced friendship.

What lesson does Bow learn about friendships?

Bow learns the importance of having friendships that are balanced and not based on one person needing help from the other.

What does Dre learn about his relationship with Bow?

Dre learns to give Bow space and share her time without feeling neglected.

How do Junior and Jack resolve their frat house issues?

They face pushback but continue to try and maintain their frat house setup.

What theme is explored in Bow's storyline?

The theme of balancing personal life, friendships, and family responsibilities is explored.

What is the main conflict in this episode?

The main conflict is Bow's struggle to maintain a healthy social life outside her family while Dre deals with feelings of neglect.

 
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