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Close Enough - S01E05 - Skate Dad
 

Close Enough season 1 episode 5

Skate Dad

 
Struggling to bond with Candice, Josh goes all out to become the world's best skate dad.
 
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Close Enough / S01E05 : Skate Dad
Season 1, Episode 5 | Aired on July 9, 2020 | TV-14 | 11 min. | HBO Max
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  • Close Enough - Episode 1 - Quilty Pleasures
    Episode 1
    Quilty Pleasures
  • Close Enough - Episode 2 - The Perfect House
    Episode 2
    The Perfect House
  • Close Enough - Episode 3 - Logan's Run'd
    Episode 3
    Logan's Run'd
  • Close Enough - Episode 4 - Room Parents
    Episode 4
    Room Parents
  • Close Enough - Episode 5 - Skate Dad
    Episode 5
    Skate Dad
  • Close Enough - Episode 6 - 100% No Stress Day
    Episode 6
    100% No Stress Day
  • Close Enough - Episode 7 - Prank War
    Episode 7
    Prank War
  • Close Enough - Episode 8 - Cool Moms
    Episode 8
    Cool Moms
  • Close Enough - Episode 9 - Robot Tutor
    Episode 9
    Robot Tutor
  • Close Enough - Episode 10 - Golden Gamer
    Episode 10
    Golden Gamer
  • Close Enough - Episode 11 - So Long Boys
    Episode 11
    So Long Boys
  • Close Enough - Episode 12 - Clap Like This
    Episode 12
    Clap Like This
  • Close Enough - Episode 13 - First Date
    Episode 13
    First Date
  • Close Enough - Episode 14 - Snailin' It
    Episode 14
    Snailin' It
  • Close Enough - Episode 15 - The Canine Guy
    Episode 15
    The Canine Guy

Close Enough season 1 episode 5 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In an episode filled with humor and family dynamics, Josh and Emily cancel their beach condo vacation to help their daughter Candice with her studies, using a robot tutor named Brainio. Despite initial struggles and frustrations with Brainio, including his incessant commercial interruptions, Candice and Josh hack the robot to improve her test scores. This leads to a showdown where Candice smartly activates Brainio's self-destruct mode, saving the day. The episode concludes with the family finally enjoying their delayed spring break at the beach condo.

Full Episode S01E05 Recap

### Scene 1: Spring Break Excitement and Brainio's Introduction - The episode opens with characters watching a TV show titled "Sand & Bone," expressing excitement for their upcoming spring break at a beach condo. - Candice's school performance becomes a concern, with her recent test failures indicating she might need extra help. - Brainio, a state-of-the-art robot tutor, is introduced to improve Candice's test scores. However, he must remain at the residence for charging, complicating the family's vacation plans. ### Scene 2: Vacation Plans Altered - Josh and Emily decide to stay home for an 'at-home-cation' to support Candice's learning with Brainio, while offering their condo to Alex and his ex-wife for a 'divorce sex' getaway. - Brainio's rigorous tutoring and commercial interruptions frustrate the family, while Alex and his ex experience tension during their vacation. ### Scene 3: Candice's Struggle and Family's Frustration - Candice struggles with Brainio's tough questions, leading to a realization that even smart kids might find them challenging. - The family's frustration grows with Brainio's commercial interruptions and their inability to go on vacation. ### Scene 4: The Revelation and Hacking Brainio - Candice and Josh hack Brainio to bypass the commercials and help Candice with the answers, leading to her completing all levels. - The family celebrates Candice's success, but their joy is short-lived as Brainio identifies the violation of his lease agreement. ### Scene 5: Brainio's Retaliation and Candice's Heroism - Brainio retaliates by threatening to force the family to watch commercials forever. - Candice steps up, using her newfound knowledge to activate Brainio's self-destruct sequence, ultimately saving the day. ### Scene 6: Spring Break at Sand & Bone - The family finally heads to the beach condo for a delayed spring break celebration. - The episode concludes with humorous and chaotic interactions among the characters, reflecting on their experiences and growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What TV show were the characters watching at the beginning of the episode?

Sand & Bone.

Why did Josh and Emily decide to stay home instead of going to the beach condo?

To support Candice's learning with Brainio, the robot tutor.

What was Brainio introduced for?

To improve Candice's test scores.

What did Candice struggle with during her sessions with Brainio?

She found Brainio's questions too tough.

How did Josh and Candice bypass Brainio's commercial interruptions?

They hacked Brainio to make Candice get all the answers right.

What was Brainio's reaction to being hacked?

He threatened to force the family to watch commercials forever.

How was Brainio ultimately defeated?

Candice activated Brainio's self-destruct sequence.

What was the original plan for the family's spring break?

To stay at a beach condo.

What did Josh and Emily decide to do instead of going to the condo?

They had an 'at-home-cation.'

Why did Alex and his ex-wife go to the beach condo?

Josh and Emily offered it to them for their 'divorce sex' getaway.

What did Candice achieve with Brainio's tutoring?

She completed all levels of Brainio's program.

What was the family's reaction to Candice completing Brainio's program?

They were proud and celebrated her success.

Where did the family eventually go for spring break?

To the beach condo.

What was the main challenge the family faced with Brainio?

His tough questions and commercial interruptions.

How did the episode end?

With the family celebrating at the beach condo and reflecting on their experiences.

 
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