Freaks and Geeks
Overview
Lindsay Weir, a gifted student and mathlete, embarks on a journey of rebellion as she befriends a group of misfits known as the "freaks." Meanwhile, her younger brother, Sam, explores the challenges of adolescence alongside his nerdy pals, the "geeks." Set against the backdrop of high school life in the 1980s, this heartfelt dramedy delves into the complexities of teenage identity, friendship, and the pursuit of acceptance, capturing the trials and triumphs of both groups as they navigate the often tumultuous social landscape.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
When Lindsay suddenly drops out of the academic decathlon team, her loved ones grow increasingly worried about her new group of friends. One of thes...
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Spur Line to Shady Rest
Homer Bedloe, an investigator for the C&F W Railroad, is dispatched by President Norman P. Curtis to the quaint town of Hooterville to uncover the re...
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Beers and Weirs
When Lindsay's parents announce their weekend getaway, her friends propose throwing a keg party. However, following a school assembly on alcohol-rela...
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Quick, Hide the Railroad
Kate employs her wit, charm, and cunning to thwart Homer Bedloe's plans to intercept the Hooterville Cannonball and reach Pixley, where he aims to sh...
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Tricks and Treats
Sam persuades Bill and Neal to join him for a night of trick-or-treating on Halloween. However, their festive plans take a turn for the worse as they...
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The President Who Came to Dinner
Norman P. Curtis, the president of C&F W Railroad, is furious that his top troubleshooter, Homer Bedloe, failed to dismantle the Hooterville Cannonbal...
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4
Is There a Doctor in the Roundhouse?
Norman Curtis, who has fallen in love with life at the Shady Rest, is still staying there for free without Kate yet knowing his true identity. He acci...
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4
Tests and Breasts
Lindsay volunteers to assist Daniel with his algebra exam preparation, but finds herself facing accusations of cheating from their teacher. Meanwhile...
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5
The Courtship of Floyd Smoot
Floyd Smoot, the local train conductor, is pursuing a romance through letters. However, his confidence takes a hit when the woman he’s been writing...
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5
I'm with the Band
Lindsay motivates Nick to chase his musical dreams. He practices with his current group but soon realizes he has more talent than they do. Inspired by...
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6
Please Buy My Violets
Uncle Joe misuses Kate's funds to purchase large quantities of cheap, foul-smelling cologne in hopes of flipping it for a quick profit. The money was...
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6
Carded and Discarded
Sam, Neal, and Bill form a friendship with a charming new transfer student but quickly become anxious about her potential shift towards the popular g...
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The Ringer
Betty Jo decides to compete in the yearly Shady Rest Horseshoe Tournament, making history as its first female participant. However, when she faces off...
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7
Girlfriends and Boyfriends
Lindsay hesitantly decides to visit Nick's home while his folks are away. Meanwhile, Sam is eager to partner with Cindy for a lab project, but his ex...
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Kate's Recipe for Hot Rhubarb
Billie Jo is in a bind when she needs a girl for her double date with Junior Hocker and his friend Roger Budd, so Kate proposes Bobbie Jo as a candid...
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8
We've Got Spirit
Sam auditions to become the school mascot in an effort to win over Cindy's affection. At the same time, Daniel, Ken, and Kim turn into the basketball...
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The Little Train Robbery
Arthur Gilroy and Lowell Rightmeyer, two young aspiring bandits, set out with the intention of robbing the bank in Pixley. Their plans shift when the...
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The Diary
Lindsay's parents disapprove of her friendship with Kim, labeling her as a negative influence. Meanwhile, Bill becomes increasingly frustrated with co...
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10
Looks and Books
After a car crash, Lindsay chooses to distance herself from her unconventional friends. She reenters the mathletes and reconnects with Millie. Meanwhi...
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10
Bedloe Strikes Again
After the Hooterville Hornets, under Uncle Joe's coaching, suffer a humiliating defeat, the Cannonball and its main passenger, Uncle Joe, become targe...
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11
The Garage Door
Neal discovers that his father is unfaithful to his mother, leading to a tumultuous emotional journey. Meanwhile, Ken finds himself infatuated with th...
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Uncle Joe's Replacement
Kate and her friends visit Drucker's store to collect the pocket watch she ordered for Uncle Joe's birthday. While there, in an attempt to uplift Her...
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12
Chokin' and Tokin'
During a class discussion, Bill mentions his peanut allergy, prompting Alan to challenge his claim. However, things take a serious turn when Bill suff...
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12
Honeymoon Hotel
Uncle Joe devises a new plan to draw visitors to the hotel by promoting it as a romantic wedding and honeymoon spot. He manages to convince Sam, the ...
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13
Smooching and Mooching
Following a heated argument with his dad, Nick decides to leave home, much to Lindsay's astonishment as he takes up residence with the Weirs. Meanwhi...
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13
A Night at the Hooterville Hilton
Uncle Joe's imaginative brochure showcasing the future of the Shady Rest Hotel is mistakenly sent to travel writer Gladys Stroud of The Centerville Su...
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14
The Little Things
Sam realizes that being in a relationship with Cindy isn’t as thrilling as he had anticipated. Meanwhile, Ken finds himself in a tough spot when his...
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14
Cannonball Christmas
As Christmas Eve approaches, the Bradleys, along with Sam Drucker, Herby, Charlie, and Floyd, are busy adorning the Cannonball for its festive journe...
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15
Discos and Dragons
After trying to avoid a test by pulling the fire alarm, Daniel finds himself in audio/visual class as a consequence. Meanwhile, Lindsay is thrilled to...
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15
Herbie Gets Drafted
Feeling down about being drafted, Herbie's spirits lift when the girls propose the idea of him becoming an astronaut. Uncle Joe, overhearing their co...
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Kim Kelly Is My Friend
When Kim's friend, Karen, targets Sam with teasing and labels him a nerd, Kim decides to invite Lindsay over for dinner. During the visit, Lindsay wit...
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16
Bobbie Jo and the Beatnik
Bobbie Jo falls for Alan Landman, a disillusioned poet and slacker who challenges her perspective on life. While she adores him, Alan dismisses her c...
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Dead Dogs and Gym Teachers
Lindsay attempts to persuade Harold to allow her to attend a Who concert with her friends. In a tragic mishap, Kim and Lindsay accidentally hit Milli...
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My Daughter the Doctor
Billie Jo comes into possession of a $500 insurance policy her late father earmarked for her medical education. However, her dreams lie in Hollywood, ...
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Noshing and Moshing
Neal grapples with the tough decision of revealing his father's infidelity to his mother. Lindsay finds herself in detention after stepping in to hel...
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18
Hooterville vs. Hollywood
Billie Jo remains resolute in her quest to use the $500 her father gave her to chase her Hollywood dreams. Uncle Joe’s enthusiasm only adds fuel to ...
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Visit From a Big Star
Uncle Joe has struck a deal with Lucy Wayne, the assistant of renowned actor Lane Haggard, to host them for two weeks at the Shady Rest. Disguised as...
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Last Chance Farm
The Shady Rest is struggling financially, and Kate faces a looming $200 bank loan payment. Uncle Joe encounters lost guests Henrietta Boswell and Ger...
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21
The Very Old Antique
Upon spotting Homer Bedloe in Hooterville, Kate senses impending trouble. Bedloe is set to sell the Cannonball, a rare antique train, to Phillip Wate...
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22
The Art Game
After a traveling salesman leaves Uncle Joe with six paint-by-number canvases instead of cash, Joe decides to embark on a painting journey to earn so...
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Betty Jo's First Love
Betty Jo finds herself smitten with Orville Miggs, a boy whose passion for cars overshadows any thoughts of romance. To him, Betty Jo is just a skill...
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24
Behind All Silver, There's a Cloud Lining
Homer Bedloe returns to Hooterville with a renewed determination to put an end to the Cannonball. He suspects that the financial records hold secrets...
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25
The Talent Contest
Hooterville is buzzing with excitement over an upcoming talent showdown, where the victor will receive $50 and a trip to Chicago for the televised fi...
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Kate and the Manpower Problem
Emily Mapes, an old friend, decides it's high time for Kate to remarry. She encourages the girls to invite potential suitors to the Shady Rest by enti...
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27
The Ladybugs
Hooterville is swept up in Beatlemania, prompting Uncle Joe to enlist Billy, Bobbie, Betty Joe, and their friend Sally Ragsdale to create a band name...
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28
The Hooterville Flivverball
Uncle Joe is furious with Charlie and Floyd after they abandon him when the Cannonball departs without him. In retaliation, he opts to launch his own...
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29
Kate the Stockholder
While Norman Curtis, the President of C&FW Railroad, enjoys his European getaway, he has made it clear that no changes should be made to the Cannonba...
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30
Kate and the Dowager
Mr. Bunce from the bank is conducting a review of the hotel and has no intention of renewing Kate's loan. Meanwhile, affluent socialite Clara Watkins...
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31
Charley Abandons the Cannonball
Feeling neglected, Charley thinks everyone in his life is too preoccupied to share time with him. Floyd has taken a liking to the widow Sarah Lawrenc...
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32
Dog Days at Shady Rest
Kate receives a telegram from Railroad President Norman Curtis, informing her that he’s sending Homer Bedloe along with a peculiar companion named ...
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33
A Millionaire for Kate
Kate is excited about the arrival of an old high school friend, H.J. Grant, whom she once had a crush on. His recent letter suggests he has become qui...
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34
Bedloe and Son
Homer Bedloe arrives at the Shady Rest alongside his equally scheming son, Homer Bedloe Jr., who mirrors his father's appearance with his horn-rimmed ...
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35
Local Girl Makes Good
Mary Jane Hastings, a successful business executive, returns to Hooterville to accept an award from the Chamber of Commerce. Her commanding presence ...
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36
Cave Woman
Uncle Joe is eager to excavate an ancient cave to transform it into a wine cellar for the hotel. Meanwhile, Kate receives a telegram from Brooks T. W...
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37
Kate Flat on Her Back
After spraining her ankle, Kate faces a few days of rest, just as the family braces for Mr. Feasel's visit, the key figure who will determine if the c...
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38
The Genghis Keane Story
Kate's old elementary school teacher, Miss Adelaide "Genghis" Keane, returns to Hooterville, prompting nostalgic reflections among Kate and her daugh...
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Betty Jo's Dog
On the opening day of school, Kate struggles to inspire her daughters to get ready. Meanwhile, Betty Jo discovers a charming little dog that trails h...
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Race Against the Stork
Henry Barton is taking his expectant wife, Elsie, to the Shady Rest. Although their baby isn't due for another two weeks, Henry feels uneasy leaving ...
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Have Library, Will Travel
Uncle Joe is less than enthusiastic about converting the Cannonball's baggage car into a traveling library, and the thought of constructing the shelv...
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The Umquaw Strip
Sam, Charley, Floyd, and Uncle Joe are preparing for a reenactment of the treaty signing between the Umquaw Tribe and the C&FW Railroad, which grante...
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As Hooterville Goes
Hooterville prides itself on being the first town to submit its election votes. This year, Pip Winslow from Crabwell Corners is wagering that they wi...
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My Dog the Actor
Betty Jo is eager to enter Dog into a competition for a Tailwagger Dog Food commercial, with a grand prize of $500. Kate tries to convince her that D...
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The Great Buffalo Hunt
Uncle Joe surprises Kate by arriving home with a buffalo! When she insists he return it, he reveals that all sales were final. His plan is to entice w...
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Betty Jo's Pen Pal
The girls are eager to brush up on their Japanese to make their friend Betty Jo's pen pal, Nobuko Takamura, feel welcome during her stay. Nobuko is in...
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Bedloe's Nightmare
Billie Jo is frustrated with the late arrival of the Cannonball, convinced it's no longer needed. Meanwhile, Homer Bedloe, the train's nemesis, is pl...
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Kate's Bachelor Butter
Jack Crandall, an employee at H-D-L Food Products, is taken aback when the Cannonball train makes an unexpected stop for Charley and Floyd to gather ...
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Mother of the Bride
Kate has nothing against Dan, Billie Jo's boyfriend, except for the fact that his mother is Selma Plout, her longtime rival. Their latest argument eru...
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The Lost Patrol
When Kate hears from Sam that the US Army is running military exercises nearby, she becomes anxious about her three daughters, who are swimming in th...
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13
Smoke-Eaters
Uncle Joe has started a band for the newly formed Hooterville Volunteer Fire Department, but their terrible performances are scaring away hotel guest...
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The Curse of Chester W. Farnsworth
Mr. Richardson is staying at the hotel when Uncle Joe shares the eerie tale of Chester W. Farnsworth, a notorious towel thief and traveling salesman ...
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There's No Flame Like an Old Flame
Uncle Joe has been exchanging what look like romantic letters. Kate discovers that Joe is corresponding with Mary Alice Perkins, who once jilted him ...
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Billie Jo's First Job
Billie Jo triumphs in a contest at her secretarial school, landing her very first job as the private secretary to renowned author Oliver Fenton. The g...
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17
A Matter of Communication
The girls are frustrated by the absence of a telephone at their hotel, leaving them feeling isolated from their friends. Kate reveals that installing...
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Kate Bradley, Girl Volunteer
Uncle Joe, the volunteer fire chief, has created a new alarm system for nighttime emergencies. When a fire occurs, residents can set off a skyrocket,...
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Hooterville Crime Wave
Barney Dawson and Max James have broken out of prison, creating a stir in the community. Meanwhile, Uncle Joe, a member of the Criminal Investigators...
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20
For the Birds
The Cannonball train has come to a halt due to a bird nesting atop its smokestack, where five eggs have been laid. Charley and Floyd are determined t...
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Modern Merchandising
A new supermarket called O'Donnel's has opened its doors in Pixley, leaving Sam without a single customer since launch. Even Uncle Joe decides to exp...
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22
Visit From the Governor
The Governor reveals plans for a statewide grassroots tour, and Uncle Joe is thrilled, though the rest of the town seems indifferent. While the Gover...
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23
A Borderline Story
Uncle Joe spots surveyors near the hotel by the railway and mistakenly thinks a new road is in the works. However, Kate discovers from surveyor Ralph...
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The Shady Rest Hotel Corporation
Uncle Joe brings up the idea of stock market investments, prompting Kate to remind him of a previous failed investment he had her make. Meanwhile, a l...
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25
A Tale of Two Dogs
Crabwell Corners is in a legal battle with Hooterville over a cannon from the Spanish-American War, claiming it belongs to them. In the midst of this...
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The Black Box
As Kate embarks on her spring cleaning, the US Air Force conducts exercises above the valley, which includes testing a new high-tech camera disguised...
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27
Bedloe's Most Fiendish Scheme
Kate is drowning in debt and hasn't made a mortgage payment in half a year. Mr. Guerney, the President of Pixley Bank, delivers grim news: a new majo...
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Bedloe Gets His Comeuppance
In the thrilling conclusion of this two-part episode, Homer Bedloe, having gained control of the Pixley Bank, dismisses its President, Mr. Guerney. He...
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The Mayor of Hooterville
Uncle Joe is eager to be appointed as the Mayor of Hooterville since the town lacks one. The perk? An all-expenses-paid trip to the state capital for ...
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30
Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Jinx?
Lately, bad things have been happening to people whenever Uncle Joe is around. He is now getting the reputation of being a jinx. Joe is initially upse...
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The Chicken Killer
Hinky Mittenfloss, the newly appointed dog catcher, is on a relentless quest to capture Dog, convinced that Dog has murdered three chickens belonging...
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32
Why Girls Leave Home
Music Professor Lieberschmit suggests that aspiring singer Bobbie Jo spend three months in New York City for vocal lessons. With much effort, Kate se...
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33
There's No Stove Like an Old Stove
Frustrated with the constant wood chopping for Kate's antiquated wood stove, Uncle Joe attempts to persuade her to invest in a modern electric range....
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The Brontosaurus Caper
Betty Jo decides to leave baseball behind to focus on her passion for science, revealing her crush on her new science teacher, Roland Barrett. When D...
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35
The Hairbrained Scheme
Uncle Joe persuades his buddies Sam, Charley, and Floyd to chip in $15 for his newest get-rich-quick idea. However, Kate intervenes, demanding he ret...
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There's No Business With Show Business
A traveling salesman slips out of the hotel without settling his bill, prompting Kate and Uncle Joe to discover a guidebook that lists hotels targete...
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Dear Minerva
Sam introduces a new advice column titled Dear Minerva in the newspaper, with himself as the hidden author. However, Kate argues that a woman should p...
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The Baffling Raffle
Oliver Wendell Douglas and Lisa Douglas are spending the night at a hotel as they prepare to move into their newly acquired, dilapidated farmhouse, t...
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The Dog Turns Playboy
Betty Jo, Bobbie Jo, and their friends are on a mission to organize a fundraising theatrical performance to purchase new playground gear for the child...
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The Good Luck Ring
Bobbie Jo is gearing up for an upcoming spelling competition, facing off against the talented but pretentious Henrietta Watson. Henrietta's equally sn...
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Joe Carson, General Contractor
With the task of painting the hotel ahead of him, Uncle Joe seizes the opportunity to launch his own general contracting venture. He learns that the ...
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Bobbie Jo's Sorority
Bobbie Jo receives a nomination for the only sorority at Hooterville High, but anxiety sets in as she remembers the girls who failed their initiation...
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A Doctor in the House
Uncle Joe responds to an advertisement placed by Dr. Mathew Bailey, who seeks office space in exchange for complimentary medical care. Kate is skepti...
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Hooterville A-Go-Go
The Every Other Wednesday Afternoon Discussion Club, now with Lisa Douglas as a new addition, decides to organize a square dance to raise funds for t...
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Hooterville Hurricane
Boxer Kid Dynamite has put up a challenge, offering $100 to anyone who can last three rounds with him in the ring. Uncle Joe is on the lookout for a ...
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Betty Jo Goes to New York
Mrs. Douglas invites a thrilled Betty Jo to join her for a week in New York City. After some reluctance, Kate agrees to let her go. Upon returning to...
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Bedloe's Successor
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The Crowded Wedding Ring
Kate Bradley receives a telegram from Ralph Denton, an old flame, announcing his visit to the hotel. Uncle Joe suspects that Kate's casual demeanor r...
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13
Uncle Joe Plays Post Office
Joe criticizes Sam's management of the post office, prompting Sam to let him take charge. Joe relocates the post office to the hotel’s front desk. ...
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14
What's a Trajectory?
It's been a month since there have been any guests at the hotel. But then a Mr. Reynolds checks in. To Kate and the girls, Mr. Reynolds seems like a n...
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15
The Butler Did It
Bobbie Jo and Betty Jo are busy participating in contests that require them to submit food can labels and box tops, leaving Kate's pantry cluttered w...
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Better Never Than Late
Uncle Joe promotes Billie Jo's stenography skills to the hotel patrons. Mr. Norton, a businessman, hires her to craft a letter to Frank Mortimer, who...
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Betty Jo Catches the Bouquet
At the hotel, Gladys Knockleheimer and Bernie McKenzie celebrate their wedding reception, marking the fifth wedding among Billie Jo's friends. While ...
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Billie Jo's Independence Day
Billie Jo is eager to leave the hotel and settle into her own apartment in Pixley, but Kate consistently refuses her request. Eventually, Kate relent...
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Yogurt, Anyone?
High-schooler Betty Jo is on the verge of breaking up with her latest boyfriend Edward. He believes Betty Jo is intellectually immature. The problem i...
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Only Boy in the Class
As the new semester kicks off at Hooterville High, seven girls and one boy join the roster. Bobbie Jo feels sympathetic towards the lone boy, Walter ...
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The County Fair
The county fair is just around the corner, and excitement is brewing. Betty Jo selects Everett the pig to enter the cutest livestock contest at Hooter...
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Jury at the Shady Rest
A mishap at the county courthouse has left the building roofless, prompting Uncle Joe to sequester the current jury at the Shady Rest. However, Joe’...
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The Invisible Mr. Dobble
Kate receives a peculiar request from a Mr. Donald Dobble, who seeks to book two rooms for himself and a companion. However, when Mr. Dobble's friend...
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It's Not the Principle, It's the Money
Kate aims to secure a convention for the Shady Rest Hotel, but faces fierce competition from the more modern Pixley Hotel. To attract guests, she enl...
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War of the Hotels
The Shady Rest is bustling with guests, while the Pixley Hotel sits nearly vacant. Murdock Sneep, the shady owner of the Pixley Hotel, proposes a merg...
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The Windfall
With the hotel nearly deserted and expenses mounting, Kate encourages Uncle Joe to secure a job. Although he pretends to search for work, Joe goes out...
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Second Honeymoon
Uncle Joe is thrilled to receive a letter from Jeff and Nancy Anderson, who honeymooned at the hotel and are returning to celebrate their tenth anniv...
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28
Kate Sells the Hotel
**Title: Kate Sells the Hotel** Plot: Carter Deming, a writer and the sole guest at the hotel, shares with Kate that he finds the hotel a far more pr...
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29
Kate Bradley, Peacemaker
Uncle Joe's bargain refrigerator is on the fritz, prompting Kate to send him to Pixley for ice to preserve their food. Meanwhile, Floyd and Charley a...
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30
Whatever Happened to Betty Jo?
Kate is cleaning out the storage closet. She wants the family members to go through their belongings to see what can be thrown away. Uncle Joe thinks ...
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31
Every Bachelor Should Have a Family
Vera Wilson, a widow and Kate's close friend, has been seeing Ronnie Beckman, a bookkeeper who relocated to the valley five years prior. Curious abou...
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The Young Matchmakers
Every evening, while everyone else is busy, Kate finds herself alone. Uncle Joe urges her to break out of her shell. The girls hatch a plan to set he...
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Hooterville Valley Project
Uncle Joe is thrilled about a new infrastructure initiative aimed at constructing a dam on Bleeker Creek, which will result in a new lake. However, K...
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34
Betty Jo's Bike
Betty Jo is eager to purchase a motorized bicycle from her friend Willie. Kate tells her she can go ahead if she can earn the cash. To make this happ...
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Young Love
To boost business at the Shady Rest Hotel, Uncle Joe organizes a Free Wedding and Honeymoon Contest. Among the submissions, Laura Bentley and Tony Al...
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Birdman of Shady Rest
As the girls enjoy a swim in the water tower, a bi-plane swoops overhead. The pilot, captivated by the sight of the girls, loses control and crashes n...
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Hooterville, You're All Heart
Steve's aircraft remains stranded and damaged after its crash close to the hotel’s railroad tracks. Henry Sharp, a representative from the finance ...
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4
He Loves Us, He Loves Us Not
Steve enjoys one-on-one outings with Billie Jo, Bobbie Jo, and Betty Jo, each time engaging in their preferred pastimes. This leads each of them to t...
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The All-Night Party
Now that she’s in junior college, Bobbie Jo feels more mature and eager to attend an all-night bash with her friends. However, Kate is hesitant and...
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Cannonball, Inc.
Charley and Floyd cause the Cannonball to derail while navigating Deadman's Curve, mistakenly believing the incident was due to Floyd’s excessive r...
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Kate Grounds Selma Plout
Kate Bradley finds herself in a showdown with Selma Plout, who is determined to win over pilot Steve Elliott for her daughter, Henrietta. Selma attemp...
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The Almost Annual Charity Show
As the Nearly Annual Charity Extravaganza approaches, excitement builds for Steve and Billie Jo's duet. Selma pressures Sam, the event's organizer, i...
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How Bugged Was My Valley
Kate envisions a future with Steve as her son-in-law but worries about the risks associated with his career as a pilot. Discovering his background in...
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Twenty-Five Years Too Late
Walter O'Connor, Kate's first love and now a prominent baseball manager, is visiting the Shady Rest. Kate is thrilled about the reunion but can't sha...
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The Runt Strikes Back
As preparations for the Saturday dance unfold, Billie Jo and Bobbie Jo declare that they will only date either Steve or the new doctor, Don. With nei...
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Is There a Doctor in the Valley?
Young Doctor Craig announces that he's leaving the valley since there just isn't enough business for him and Doc Stuart. Kate thinks she's come up wit...
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The Santa Claus Special
As Christmas approaches, the Cannonball crew is bustling to decorate their train for the festive caroling and gift-giving tradition. However, their ch...
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My Daughter the Secretary
The local Discussion Club has decided to send their secretary to a national convention for the weekend, fully funded. Billie Jo is the chosen one, but...
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The Rise and Fall of a Tycoon
Homer Bedloe makes a surprise visit to announce the appointment of Uncle Joe as the new general manager of the Cannonball, tasked with overseeing its...
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His Highness the Dog
At Lost Lake, a film crew is busy shooting a commercial featuring Prince Hamlet of Kronenberg von Auschwile III, an impressive and valuable canine. Di...
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Girls! Girls! Girls!
Tension brews at the Shady Rest Hotel as jealousy takes center stage. After initially agreeing to attend the turnabout dance with Bobbie Jo, Tommy Joh...
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18
Temperance, Temperance
The valley is buzzing with the arrival of Jeremiah Priddy, a staunch advocate for temperance. Meanwhile, Betty Jo notices a shy little boy named Clin...
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A Star is Born
The National Amateur Hour is on the lookout for fresh talent, holding auditions at the local radio Station K, with a $200 prize for the winner. Uncle...
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Shoplifter at the Shady Rest
As Sheriff Crandall heads off for a fishing getaway, Uncle Joe strikes a deal with Sam, the local justice of the peace, to accommodate the hapless kle...
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Don't Call Us
Billie Jo is thrilled when she learns that Sydney Sparks, the talent agent who approached her and Steve after their radio talent show victory, has ar...
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Hey, Look Me Over
Steve has been dedicating his time to teaching Betty Jo how to fly, while she also assists him with the aircraft's upkeep. This newfound bond sparks ...
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That's Max???
Steve receives a telegram from his old flying buddy, Max Donohue. Max wants Steve as a business partner up in Cascade Valley. Steve decides to not acc...
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The Fishing Derby
Business at the Shady Rest is struggling, prompting Uncle Joe to discuss with Sam the idea of hosting a fishing derby at Lost Lake in collaboration w...
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25
Kate's Big Deal
Kate secretly ventures to the bustling city without informing anyone in the valley about her true intentions. Upon her return, she reveals that she h...
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Author! Author!
Bobbie Jo is overjoyed when her poem gets chosen for publication in a magazine. Sam decides to feature her prominently on the front page of the World ...
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Steve's Ol' Buddy
After receiving numerous invitations from Steve, his longtime friend Jeff Maxwell, an Air Force captain, finally makes the trip to Hooterville. Steve...
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That Was the Night That Was
One fateful night, after a lodge gathering, Uncle Joe and Sam encounter a peculiar man seeking a place to stay. He introduces himself as Dr. Isaac Ne...
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29
The Eternal Rectangle
Billie Jo is thrilled about her upcoming week-long singing gig in Omaha, but worries about leaving Steve alone. To ensure he’s not lonely, she enli...
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30
Kate's Cousin Mae
Kate's lively cousin, Mae Belle Jennings, pays an unexpected visit to Hooterville, stirring up trouble between her two friends, Floyd and Charley. Cel...
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31
A House Divided
Henry and Wilma Tuttle have just settled in Hooterville Valley, making the area eligible for a County Board of Supervisors representative. Kate propo...
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Go Away, Fat
When Kate's cousin Mae comes to visit, she reveals her ambitious plan to transform the Shady Rest into a wellness retreat, thanks to a financial boos...
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Is This My Daughter?
Betty Jo has been traveling through Europe for the past three months. Billie Jo and Bobbie Jo believe that the trip probably has changed her. Kate doe...
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It's Not Easy to Be a Mother
Betty Jo believes it’s time for her to master cooking skills to attract a husband. Kate supports her and offers to guide her in the kitchen. Howeve...
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One Dozen Roses
Betty Jo finds herself inundated with beautiful flower arrangements, all anonymously signed "From an Admirer." Billie Jo and Bobbie Jo speculate that...
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You Know I Can't Hear You When the Thunder is Clapping
During their return journey from Springdale, Steve and Betty Jo find themselves unexpectedly enveloped in a fierce thunderstorm. Despite some nerve-w...
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Pop Goes the Question
Uncle Joe confides in Kate, expressing his belief that Steve and Betty Jo are on the verge of marriage. Steve hints to Kate about his intentions to p...
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A Cottage for Two
Deep within the forest, Betty Jo believes she has discovered the ideal home for her and Steve after they tie the knot. However, all Steve and Kate ca...
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Mind If We Join Your Wedding
Floyd has fallen head over heels and finally shares his feelings with Kate, keeping the girl's identity a secret. He later tells Steve that he popped ...
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8
Meet the In-Laws
As Steve and Betty Jo's wedding day draws near, they’re busily putting the final touches on their cottage renovations. Suddenly, they receive a let...
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9
With This Gown I Thee Wed
In this heartfelt episode, Betty Jo discovers what she believes to be her dream wedding dress. Meanwhile, Kate had hoped that her daughter would choos...
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10
Hawaii Calling
Sam receives a telegram addressed to Kate from Betty Jo and Steve, who are on their honeymoon cruise to Hawaii. They plan to make a phone call at 4 P...
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11
Kate's Birthday
It's Kate's special day, and she appreciates the thoughtful gifts and warm wishes she's received. However, she's anxiously waiting for a surprise fro...
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12
The Honeymoon is Over
After returning from their honeymoon, Steve and Betty Jo are settling into their new life in their cozy cottage. Still caught up in their romance, Be...
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13
A Horse On You, Mr. Bedloe
Kate is taken aback when she receives a surprisingly kind note from Homer Bedloe, announcing his visit to the Shady Rest. Her instincts tell her to b...
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14
Kate's Day in Court
After receiving a $2 ticket for jaywalking at a traffic light in Pixley, Kate refuses to pay, arguing that the light was active during a non-peak hou...
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15
Uncle Joe and the Master Plan
Billie Jo and Uncle Joe return from Omaha, where Billie Jo showcased her singing talent. While in the city, Uncle Joe submitted an application for th...
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16
All That Buzzes Ain't Bees
Uncle Joe embarks on a new venture, trying to profit from beekeeping by selling honey. He borrows $25 from Steve, which the couple had earmarked as s...
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17
All Sales Final
Betty Jo finds herself writing checks at a rapid pace while Steve struggles to keep up with the deposits. To curb her spending, they agree that she w...
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18
The Power of the Press
Bobbie Jo excitedly announces that she and her ideal partner, Jeff Powers, will collaborate on a newspaper project. Their professor has assigned stud...
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19
Steve, the Apple Polisher
J.P. Marshall, the new owner of much of the valley’s farmland, arrives at the local hotel. Seizing a chance to land the crop dusting contract for h...
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20
The Barber Shop Quartet
Uncle Joe’s barbershop quartet is gearing up for the Winter Festival competition, but one of the singers is hitting some sour notes. They soon disc...
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21
Higgins Come Home
The hotel staff is in a panic over Dog's disappearance throughout the day. Unbeknownst to them, he has wandered off to spend time with Betty Jo and S...
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22
Girl of Our Dreams
Florabelle Campbell, the enchanting beauty of the valley during Uncle Joe's youth, is set to visit the Hotel. The news of her arrival sends a buzz th...
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23
Uncle Joe Runs the Hotel
With Kate away, Uncle Joe steps in to run the inn, convinced he needs to charge their sole guest, 'Old Man' Bill Clayton, for his stay. Bill, who has...
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24
Billie Jo's First Record
Billie Jo can't contain her excitement over the release of her first 45 RPM record. The label intends to promote it aggressively, but she's anxious a...
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25
Mae's Helping Hand
Life at the Shady Rest continues to thrive in Kate's absence. However, the girls and Uncle Joe receive an unexpected letter from Cousin Mae, who inte...
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26
Bad Day at Shady Rest
As his final week as a reporter at the Hooterville World Guardian unfolds, Jeff Powers is on the hunt for a major scoop. However, he misses a signifi...
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27
Cannonball for Sale
The Cannonball pulls into the Shady Rest with a "For Sale" sign, accompanied by Homer Bedloe. The train is up for auction, and the first offer comes f...
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28
My Pal Sam
Sam has made the choice to renovate the general store, prompting a five-day closure while he takes a vacation. He chooses to relax at the Shady Rest,...
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29
Ring-a-Ding-Ding
As Steve returns home from a crop dusting convention, Betty Jo throws a grand welcome party. Guests soon notice that Steve is missing his wedding ban...
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30
Kate's Homecoming
In a heartfelt tribute to Kate Bradley, the residents of Hooterville go all out to welcome her back, organizing a vibrant parade filled with floats, ...
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Birthplace of a Future President
As Betty Jo's delivery date approaches, excitement fills the valley for the arrival of a new baby, to be brought into the world by Doc Stuart. Howeve...
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The Singing Sweethearts
Booking agent Ted Swift discovers the Bradley Sisters' enchanting voices on the radio and becomes eager to feature them in the season premiere of the...
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3
Only a Husband
Steve is struggling with the feeling of being overshadowed by the impending arrival of his child, sensing that his importance has diminished. Betty J...
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4
The Valley Has a Baby
Betty Jo and Steve are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their baby. Steve suggests they temporarily relocate to the Shady Rest until the big day arriv...
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5
Granny, the Baby Expert
Betty Jo arrives home from the hospital with her new baby, settling in at the Shady Rest for a while. Billie Jo and Bobbie Jo eagerly anticipate the a...
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6
Wings
Gus Huffle, the proprietor of Pixley Bijou theater, has made the tough choice to shut down due to dwindling crowds. Sam points out that a significant...
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7
The Lady Doctor
Doc Stuart stuns the valley residents with his decision to enter semi-retirement and reduce his hours while bringing on a new partner. To everyone's a...
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8
The Sneaky Ways of a Woman Who is Both Beautiful and Smart
Joe persists in his efforts to persuade Dr. Janet Craig to abandon the valley. Teaming up with Sam and Wendell, he devises a scheme to give her the "...
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9
The Strange Case of Joseph P. Carson
Joe's efforts to oust Dr. Janet Craig intensify when she sets up her practice near the Shady Rest lobby. She and Doc Stuart are dividing the patients...
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10
Bye, Bye, Doctor
Dennis Roberts, a close friend of Janet, makes his way to the valley, and while Janet is delighted to see him, she can’t shake off her anxiety rega...
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11
First Night Out
Steve is excited to take Betty Jo for a night out, but she hesitates, worried about leaving baby Kathy Jo with anyone. Dr. Craig reassures her that h...
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12
A Cake from Granny
The notorious Homer Bedloe, the Cannonball's greatest foe, has made his way to the valley, seemingly just riding the train. Sam and Joe discover that ...
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13
The Feminine Mistake
Bobbie Jo becomes captivated by a new book titled "The Feminine Mistake," which explores how men restrict women's identities by confining them to dom...
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14
The Ballad of the Everyday Housewife
Bobbie Jo is looking after Kathy Jo while Betty Jo goes out for groceries. During their time together, Bobbie Jo expresses her concern to Steve that h...
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15
The Christening
Betty Jo has coordinated with Reverend Barton to hold Kathy Jo's christening on Sunday. Janet reminds Betty Jo and Steve that it's traditional to sel...
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16
Billie Jo and the Big Big Star
Billie Jo returns to Hooterville after performing in Omaha, accompanied by her new boyfriend, comedian Rick Wayne. Unfortunately, Rick's initial recep...
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17
Steve's New Job
Steve is presented with a tempting job opportunity from his former Air Force commander to join his new enterprise in New York. Torn between ambition ...
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18
The Cannonball Bookmobile
Adelle Colby, a librarian, arrives in the valley to launch a new library, captivating the hearts of Sam, Bert, and Uncle Joe. With funding and books ...
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19
A Man Called Cyrus Plout
The residents of the valley are gearing up for their annual Founder's Day festivities. Janet proposes a musical homage showcasing the evolution of mu...
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20
Joe Saves the Post Office
After Sam updates the post office with modern enhancements, he receives alarming news from the government about plans to close his postal substation....
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21
I'm Allergic to Daddy
Janet informs Kathy Jo that her health has improved and the rash has disappeared, believing it was due to an allergen that is no longer present. Howe...
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22
Uncle Joe Retires
Uncle Joe reveals his plans to retire, only to discover that the entire valley views him as a joke, claiming he hardly does anything at all. Feeling ...
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23
The Organ Fund
Reverend Barton enlists the help of Freddie Kirby, a skilled fundraiser, to gather donations for their church's organ fund. With only $113 raised and ...
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24
The Great Race
Hank Thackery, proprietor of the Pixley House, a competitor to Shady Rest, devises a plan to launch a jitney service connecting Pixley and Hootervill...
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25
Tune in Next Year
Upon returning from a business trip, Janet brings surprising news: she has accepted a position with renowned neurologist, Dr. Pope, and plans to leav...
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26
By the Book
Steve prepares to submit a proposal for a valuable government contract, while Bobbie Jo encourages Uncle Joe to take up jogging for fitness. Upon lea...
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Make Room for Baby
When Steve and Betty Jo settle into the Shady Rest hotel, the family dog finds itself relegated to a lesser status. The arrival of the couple shifts t...
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The Game Warden
Uncle Joe finds himself in hot water when Game Warden Orrin Pike discovers he has exceeded the legal limit for catching fish. Facing the possibility ...
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The Other Woman
Betty Jo becomes increasingly envious of the affection Steve shows their daughter, prompting them to embark on a second honeymoon at their beloved co...
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4
One of Our Chickens is Missing
When two rugged bikers, rumored to be involved in illegal hunting, roll into town, Game Warden Orrin Pike finds himself outmatched. The duo's intimid...
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5
The Three Queens
Tensions rise as the three Bradley sisters and Dr. Craig unexpectedly become rivals in a beauty pageant. Each sister brings her unique charm and strat...
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6
The Glen Tinker Caper
A mysterious vocalist devises a plan to secretly transport a charming Vietnamese orphan into the United States, using Hooterville as her destination....
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7
The Tenant
A sophisticated writer, captivated by Steve, checks into the Shady Rest hotel to pen her next bestselling novel. Meanwhile, the women of the hotel ba...
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8
Sorry Doctor, I Ain't Taking No Shots
Dr. Craig launches a campaign to vaccinate the entire valley against the flu, but her initiative faces major obstacles when a defiant hillbilly famil...
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9
A Most Momentous Occasion
The ongoing squabbles over bathroom access with Uncle Joe prompt Steve and Betty Jo to contemplate finding a new place to live. Their attempts to sec...
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10
The Camping Trip
Bobby Jo's boyfriend, Orrin, successfully bonds with Uncle Joe after a tense encounter with a bear. When the hungry creature threatens Uncle Joe, Orri...
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11
Kathy Jo's First Birthday (1)
As Baby Kathy Jo's first birthday celebration approaches, chaos ensues when she finds herself behind bars alongside Uncle Joe. The unexpected turn of...
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12
Goodbye, Mr. Chimp (2)
Uncle Joe is on a mission to find a way to remove the mischievous pet chimp, whose antics are causing chaos at the Shady Rest hotel. As the chimp con...
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13
The Golden Spike Ceremony
Uncle Joe learns that the 75th anniversary of the railway connecting Hooterville and Pixley is just around the corner, and he is determined to spearh...
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14
But I've Never Been in Erie, PA
A wealthy businessman checks into the Shady Rest and presents Uncle Joe with an opportunity that could lead to immense wealth.
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15
How to Arrange a Marriage
Bobbie Jo sets out to win over Billie Jo's new partner, hoping to ease the way towards marriage. She devises a plan to charm him, believing that if he...
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16
Selma Plout's Plot
Selma Plout's ambitious plan to secure a husband for her daughter nearly drives Steve away from his crop-dusting career. As Selma orchestrates her ma...
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17
With This Ring...
Orrin Pike is seen purchasing an engagement ring, leading the family to mistakenly believe he plans to pop the question to Bobbie Jo. As excitement bu...
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18
The Valley's New Owner
Timid Orrin Pike unexpectedly steps into a position of power when a long-forgotten document reveals that he is the rightful owner of all of Hootervil...
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19
Steve's Uncle George
When Uncle George arrives at the Shady Rest hotel, he quickly proves why he’s known as a troublemaker. His antics stir up chaos among the guests an...
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20
Susan B. Anthony, I Love You
Bille Jo comes back from Chicago, brimming with enthusiasm for the women's rights movement, and rallies her sisters to join her in "the mission."
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21
Spare That Cottage
The situation turns dire when Steve and Betty Jo discover that their beloved honeymoon cottage is slated for destruction to make way for a new highwa...
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22
Whiplash, Whiplash
Selma Plout seeks to file a lawsuit against Uncle Jo after sustaining a whiplash injury from a mishap while relaxing in a hammock. As tensions rise a...
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23
Last Train to Pixley
With Floyd stepping down from his role, it's up to Uncle Joe to manage the Cannonball once more. While his obsession with punctuality raises concerns...
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24
Love Rears Its Ugly Head
Billie Jo embarks on a mission to foster compassion throughout the valley by introducing an innovative approach to sensitivity training. Her goal is ...
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25
No, No, You Can't Take Her Away
The Bradleys are thrown into a tizzy when they learn that a charming and affluent physician plans to visit Dr. Janet Craig. His aim? To entice her in...
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26
Betty Jo's Business
To boost her family's finances, Betty Jo Elliott decides to open a daycare center. As she embarks on this new journey, she faces various challenges a...
