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The Purple Avenger
The twins TV hero. the 'Purple Avenger' (played by Dom De Luise) was their Mom's old school boyfriend. He is about to visit, creating a few challenges.
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My Mother's Name Is Fred
Joan has used a man's pen name for a story in a 'girlie' magazine. Things become complicated when the publishers decide to visit, to interview what they assume is the male writer.
- 3
A-hunting We Will Go
Jim is someone inclined to indoor, scholarly pursuits so he's at a loss when ordered to entertain Roland Cunningham. The guest approaches each endeavor with vigor and enthusiasm sending the family into exhaustion.
- 4
At Home with the Family
The Nash clan is to be profiled on the university's TV show "At Home with the Faculty." The attention creates chaos on the home front as Joan wants to present an artificial look at their life instead of reality.
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The Holdouts
When the boys learn their mom Joan received a nice paycheck for writing about them they think some so the money belongs to them.
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Trouble Right Here in Ridgemont
Joan and neighbor, Marge, have a fallout over who won the raffle ticket prize of a pool table. To resolve the dispute, they mutually agree to sell the pool table.
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Black Is the Color of My Love's Eye
A girl named Sam, gives Joel a black eye. His parents decide to confront Sam's parents, with unexpected results.
- 8
My Son, the Genius
Joel's IQ test comes back with a score of 182, putting him in the genius category. However all is not what it appears.
- 9
The End of the Trailer
The Nash's holiday in a new caravan trailer is a disaster, so they decide to sell it. Jim's boss, Dean Carter, wants to buy it. The Nash's try to put him off with photos and stories of their trailer escapades.
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My Son, the Actor
Kyle and Joel try out for various roles at the community playhouse but seem to miss out on being cast. When Joel doesn't get a part he really wanted he gets depressed and his parents try to boost his ego.
- 11
Of Haunted Houses, Little Boys, and a Ghost Named Malcolm
The twins believe a nearby house is haunted, but discover an older man and his dog residing within. The man in question happens to be someone from Jim's past.
- 12
And What Does Your Husband Do?
Joan is named ' Woman writer of the Year', by a New York newspaper, and minimizing Jim's role as a professor and drama teacher. The inevitable jealousy ensues.
- 13
Just For Laughs
Joan accidentally drops her wedding ring, as she is washing it, into the garbage disposal unit. While trying to extract it she gets her hand stuck.
- 14
The Guardian
During another chaotic day in the Nash household, the twins have inadvertently glued the family's tax return to their painting, which is being auctioned at a charity event. Joan frantically bids on the painting .
- 15
Peace, It's Wonderful
Neighbors Marge and Herb's big fight, drags Joan and Jim into the fallout and they are then reluctantly forced to take sides.
- 16
The Silent Butler Spoke
An ex-con gets another chance.
- 17
The Cupid Machine
Joan joins a computer dating service, hoping to get insights into the dating scene, for a upcoming article she is writing.
- 18
The Thing's the Play
Drama coach Jim tries to spark Joan into finishing her third act. Jim's professional reputation hangs in the balance: he's entered Joan's play in a drama competition.
- 19
The Officer of the Court
Neighbor and Lawyer, Herb, gets involved in legal cases for Jim and Joan. His involvement seems to make matters worse.
- 20
None So Righteous
The Righteous Brothers encounter the Nash family at a PTA event. The hit group perform "Sticks and Stones" plus "Along Came Jones." Joan and Jim join them in singing "King of the Road."
- 21
Remember Lake Serene?
A bachelor friend of Jim and Herb, convinces them to come with him on a male only camping/fishing trip. Joan and Marge however have a surprise in store for them.
- 22
Pest In the House
Neighbor, Herb comes to stay at the Nashe's, while his house is being fumigated. He wants to help out around the house ,insisting on doing unwanted repairs on a vacuum cleaner and TV set, with disastrous results.
- 23
Help Wanted, Desperately
A new maid sweeps through.
- 24
Just While You're Resting
Joan, trying to please everyone, says yes to too many organizations. The new housekeeper Martha fights a losing battle in trying to maintain order on the home front.
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When I Was a Young Man
Early days chez Nash.
- 26
Professor, Please!
A student crush.
- 27
A Matter Of Concentration
Hypnosis heals unhappy husband.
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The Day the Play Got Away
Jim writes a play.