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Step by Step - S07E11 - Phoney Business
 

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Phoney Business

 
Al gets an acting job in what she thinks is a commercial for suntan lotion, but altered dialogue turns it risque. Meanwhile, Carol and Dana try to force healthy food on the family after taking a nutrition class.
 
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Step by Step / S07E11 : Phoney Business
Season 7, Episode 11 | Aired on January 9, 1998 | TV-G | 25 min. | CBS
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  • Step by Step - Episode 1 - Making the Grade
    Episode 1
    Making the Grade
  • Step by Step - Episode 2 - A Star is Born
    Episode 2
    A Star is Born
  • Step by Step - Episode 3 - Your Cheatin' Heart
    Episode 3
    Your Cheatin' Heart
  • Step by Step - Episode 4 - Take This Job and ...
    Episode 4
    Take This Job and ...
  • Step by Step - Episode 5 - Poetic Justice
    Episode 5
    Poetic Justice
  • Step by Step - Episode 6 - Can't Buy Me Love
    Episode 6
    Can't Buy Me Love
  • Step by Step - Episode 7 - Dream Lover
    Episode 7
    Dream Lover
  • Step by Step - Episode 8 - Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
    Episode 8
    Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
  • Step by Step - Episode 9 - Goodbye, Mr. Chip
    Episode 9
    Goodbye, Mr. Chip
  • Step by Step - Episode 10 - Too Many Santas
    Episode 10
    Too Many Santas
  • Step by Step - Episode 11 - Phoney Business
    Episode 11
    Phoney Business
  • Step by Step - Episode 12 - Goin' to the Chapel
    Episode 12
    Goin' to the Chapel
  • Step by Step - Episode 13 - Feet of Clay
    Episode 13
    Feet of Clay
  • Step by Step - Episode 14 - Pain in the Class
    Episode 14
    Pain in the Class
  • Step by Step - Episode 15 - The Half Monty
    Episode 15
    The Half Monty
  • Step by Step - Episode 16 - And Justice for Some
    Episode 16
    And Justice for Some
  • Step by Step - Episode 17 - The Understudy
    Episode 17
    The Understudy
  • Step by Step - Episode 18 - We're in the Money
    Episode 18
    We're in the Money
  • Step by Step - Episode 19 - Movin' On Up
    Episode 19
    Movin' On Up

Step by Step season 7 episode 11 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

J.T. becomes a talent agent and lands Al a commercial gig, which turns out to be a deceptive ad for a phone chat service, not suntan lotion. Meanwhile, the Lambert family struggles with a new, unpalatable healthy diet introduced by Carol and Dana, eventually reverting to their old eating habits. The episode culminates with Frank intimidating the producer into handing over the commercial tape, ensuring Al's dignity and privacy.

Full Episode S07E11 Recap

### Opening Scene: A New Job Announcement - **Location**: Lambert's living room - **Characters**: J.T., Al, and others - **Key Events**: - J.T. announces his new job as a talent agent. - He claims to have already secured a commercial job for Al. - Al is hesitant, preferring to audition for "Romeo and Juliet" but is enticed by the $200 offer. ### The Commercial Shoot - **Location**: VX Productions set in Milwaukee - **Characters**: Al, J.T., Stan (producer), and commercial actresses - **Key Events**: - Al films a supposed suntan lotion commercial. - The set and production seem low-budget, raising Al's suspicions. - J.T. tries to network with other actresses, getting rebuffed. ### Home Scene: Healthy Food Transition - **Location**: Lambert's kitchen - **Characters**: Carol, Dana, Frank, and kids - **Key Events**: - Carol and Dana introduce a new healthy diet to the family, replacing junk food with items like wheatgrass cookies. - The family reluctantly agrees to try the new diet. - The kids, especially Lilly, express disdain for the new food. ### Al's Commercial Airs - **Location**: Lambert's living room - **Characters**: Lambert family, Al - **Key Events**: - Al's commercial airs during a basketball game, revealing it to be an advertisement for a phone chat service, not suntan lotion. - Al is shocked and embarrassed, blaming J.T. for the deception. - Al and J.T. plan to confront the producer in Milwaukee. ### Secret Junk Food Indulgence - **Location**: Lambert's kitchen, late at night - **Characters**: Frank, Carol, kids - **Key Events**: - The family secretly indulges in junk food, breaking the healthy diet. - They are caught by Dana, who is disappointed in their lack of discipline. - The family collectively decides to revert to their old eating habits. ### Confrontation at VX Productions - **Location**: VX Productions office in Milwaukee - **Characters**: Al, J.T., Stan, Frank - **Key Events**: - Al and J.T. confront Stan about the deceptive commercial. - Frank arrives and intimidates Stan into handing over the commercial tape. - Frank threatens Stan to ensure no copies of the commercial remain. ### Closing Scene: The Family's Diet Resolution - **Location**: Lambert's kitchen - **Characters**: Dana, Carol, Frank, and kids - **Key Events**: - Dana remains committed to the healthy diet, while the rest of the family enjoys junk food. - The family acknowledges the importance of balance in their diet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What new job does J.T. announce at the beginning?

J.T. announces he's become a talent agent.

How does Al initially feel about the commercial opportunity J.T. offers?

Al is hesitant, preferring to audition for "Romeo and Juliet."

What is the premise of the commercial Al films?

It's supposed to be a suntan lotion commercial.

How does the family react to the healthy food introduced by Carol and Dana?

They are reluctant but agree to try it.

What is Al's reaction when her commercial airs?

She is shocked and embarrassed, realizing it's not a suntan lotion ad but a phone chat service.

Who confronts the producer at VX Productions?

Al, J.T., and later Frank confront the producer.

How does Frank retrieve the commercial tape?

Frank intimidates the producer, Stan, into handing over the tape.

What is the family's final stance on their diet?

They decide to revert to their old eating habits, acknowledging the need for balance.

What role does J.T. play in the commercial fiasco?

J.T., as Al's agent, is blamed for not properly vetting the commercial deal.

How does the family secretly break the healthy diet?

They indulge in junk food late at night.

Does Dana stick to the healthy diet?

Dana remains committed to the healthy diet, unlike the rest of the family.

What happens to Al's acting aspirations for Shakespeare?

Al gives up her audition for "Romeo and Juliet" to do the commercial.

How does the family react to the healthy food's taste?

They find it unappealing and difficult to enjoy.

What lesson does the episode convey about diet?

It suggests the importance of moderation and balance in diet choices.

How does Frank handle the situation with the producer?

Frank uses intimidation and threats to resolve the situation.

 
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