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Ned and Stacey - S01E16 - A Tender Trap
 

Ned and Stacey season 1 episode 16

A Tender Trap

 
Stacey engineers an ""accidental"" meeting with Megan Foster, whose contacts in the publishing world could help get Stacey a staff job at a magazine. But Megan turns out to be much more interested in Ned. Stacey pleads with Ned not to treat this woman like one of his one-night stands. Trying to help Stacey, Ned acceeds to all of Megan's sexual demands, which are exhausting him. Meanwhile Eric can commiserate with Ned--he and Amanda are trying to have another child, and during her ovulation, she's putting him through his paces like a ""drill sergeant!""
 
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Ned and Stacey / S01E16 : A Tender Trap
Season 1, Episode 16 | Aired on January 15, 1996 | 25 min. | FOX
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EPISODES
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Season 1
Season 1
Season 2
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  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 1 - Ned and Stacey
    Episode 1
    Ned and Stacey
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 2 - Portrait of a Marriage
    Episode 2
    Portrait of a Marriage
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 3 - Take My Wife, Please
    Episode 3
    Take My Wife, Please
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 4 - Cover Story
    Episode 4
    Cover Story
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 5 - Model Husband
    Episode 5
    Model Husband
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 6 - Saul and Ellen and Ned and Stacey
    Episode 6
    Saul and Ellen and Ned and Stacey
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 7 - Here's to You, Mrs. Binder
    Episode 7
    Here's to You, Mrs. Binder
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 8 - Halloween Story
    Episode 8
    Halloween Story
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 9 - Reality Check
    Episode 9
    Reality Check
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 10 - Thanksgiving Day Massacre
    Episode 10
    Thanksgiving Day Massacre
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 11 - Sleepless in Manhattan
    Episode 11
    Sleepless in Manhattan
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 12 - Threesome
    Episode 12
    Threesome
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 13 - Accountus Interruptus
    Episode 13
    Accountus Interruptus
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 14 - New Year's Eve
    Episode 14
    New Year's Eve
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 15 - Paranoia on the 47th Floor
    Episode 15
    Paranoia on the 47th Floor
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 16 - A Tender Trap
    Episode 16
    A Tender Trap
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 17 - Promotional Rescue
    Episode 17
    Promotional Rescue
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 18 - Friends and Lovers
    Episode 18
    Friends and Lovers
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 19 - The Gay Caballeros
    Episode 19
    The Gay Caballeros
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 20 - Gut Feeling
    Episode 20
    Gut Feeling
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 21 - Pals
    Episode 21
    Pals
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 22 - It Happened One Night
    Episode 22
    It Happened One Night
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 23 - You Bet Your Wife
    Episode 23
    You Bet Your Wife
  • Ned and Stacey - Episode 24 - The End? (1)
    Episode 24
    The End? (1)

Ned and Stacey season 1 episode 16 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a mix of desperation and determination, Stacey struggles with her job search, leading to a complex web involving her marriage of convenience with Ned for mutual benefits. Their lives take a turn when Stacey tries to network with Megan Foster, a potential career lifeline, resulting in Ned inadvertently getting involved with Megan to help Stacey's career. This entanglement reveals the lengths to which they go for each other, albeit in a highly unconventional and somewhat comedic fashion. Ultimately, Stacey lands a job at an airline magazine, a far cry from her dreams but a hopeful step forward, showcasing the resilience and unorthodox strategies in their pursuit of happiness and success.

Full Episode S01E16 Recap

### Opening Scene: Breakfast Blues - Stacey is depressed about her job search, eating caramel corn and turkey jerky for breakfast. - Ned tries to cheer her up, highlighting her talents and potential for getting a good job. ### Marriage of Convenience Revealed - It's revealed that Stacey and Ned got married for convenience; Stacey needed a life and Ned needed a promotion. - Despite their constant irritation with each other, they share a moment of support for one another's endeavors. ### Baby Plans and Networking - Eric and Amanda announce their plans to try for another baby, leading to a mix of reactions from the group. - Stacey spots Megan Foster, a key contact for her career, but hesitates to approach her until encouraged by her sister, Amanda. ### Stacey's Pitch to Megan - Stacey and Amanda run into Megan Foster in front of the bathroom. Stacey uses the opportunity to pitch herself for a staff job. - Megan is non-committal but agrees to exchange numbers with Stacey, providing a glimmer of hope for her career. ### Ned and Megan's Unexpected Connection - Ned, unknowingly to Stacey, ends up making a date with Megan, complicating the situation. - Stacey insists Ned be nice to Megan to secure her career opportunity, highlighting their unconventional marriage dynamics. ### Ned and Megan's Date - Ned and Megan's date reveals a mix of attraction and awkwardness, leading to unexpected intimacy. - The relationship between Ned and Megan becomes a topic of humor and concern among their friends, highlighting the complexities of their arrangements. ### The Job Hunt Continues - Despite Ned's efforts with Megan, Stacey remains jobless, creating tension and disappointment. - Stacey confronts Ned about Megan's lack of assistance, leading to a revelation of Ned's sacrifices for Stacey's career. ### Resolution and New Beginnings - After a confrontation with Megan, it's revealed that everyone had been using each other for personal gains. - Megan agrees to help Stacey, leading to a job opportunity for her with an airline magazine, though not the ideal job Stacey hoped for. ### Closing Scene: Reflections and Hope - Stacey and Ned reflect on their unconventional methods and the outcome of their efforts. - Despite the less-than-ideal job, Stacey remains optimistic about making an impact, ending on a hopeful note for both their careers and unconventional relationship.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Stacey depressed in the opening scene?

Stacey is depressed due to her unsuccessful job search and financial instability from freelancing.

What is the reason behind Stacey and Ned's marriage?

They got married for convenience; Ned needed a wife for a promotion, and Stacey needed his apartment for a stable life.

Who is Megan Foster?

Megan Foster is a significant figure at Howell Publishing who could potentially help Stacey secure a staff job.

How do Stacey and Megan Foster reconnect?

Stacey and Amanda encounter Megan Foster at a restaurant, leading to a conversation where Stacey seeks job assistance.

What complicates Stacey's efforts to get a job through Megan?

Ned inadvertently makes a date with Megan, complicating the situation given his and Stacey's agreement to be nice to Megan for the sake of Stacey's job hunt.

How does Ned's relationship with Megan evolve?

Their relationship quickly becomes intimate, with humorous and concerning moments shared among friends about the nature of their interactions.

What is the outcome of Stacey's job hunt through Megan?

Initially, there seems to be no progress, but after a confrontation, Megan agrees to help, leading to a job offer for Stacey with an airline magazine.

How do Stacey and Ned view their unconventional marriage by the end of the episode?

They reflect on their unconventional methods and sacrifices, maintaining hope and optimism for the future despite the challenges.

What kind of job does Stacey finally get?

Stacey secures a job with an airline magazine, which is not ideal but provides a steady paycheck and an opportunity for her to contribute her skills.

How does the episode portray the dynamics between Stacey, Ned, and Megan?

The episode explores the complexities of their relationships, highlighting themes of sacrifice, manipulation, and the pursuit of personal and professional goals.

 
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