The Best Episodes Written By Rachna Fruchbom

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.6/10(29 votes)

   #1 - Pie-Mary

   S7:E92/10/2015

   Leslie and Ben come under fire for participating in an old Pawnee tradition. April and Ron go on a scavenger hunt. Donna and Garry stroll down memory lane.

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   7.5/10(2 votes)

   #2 - Four Funerals and a Wedding

   S4:E510/31/2017

   When Jessica’s aunt passes away, the Huang family packs their bags for Houston where the boys see Jessica’s father for the first time. While observing the distant relationship, Louis makes it his mission to push Jessica and her father closer together. Meanwhile, Evan decides to make Eddie the executor of his will, prompting Emery and Eddie to fight over who is the better older brother.

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   7.5/10(2 votes)

   #3 - The Masters

   S3:E204/18/2017

   Upon learning that Tiger Woods is half Thai, Louis and Jessica get inspired to groom Eddie and Evan into becoming the next great Asian golf prodigies. They put their differing parenting styles to the test and make a friendly bet to see who can develop the better golfer.

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   7.4/10(27 votes)

   #4 - Galentine's Day

   S6:E163/20/2014

   Leslie throws a hasty Galentine’s Day in an attempt to find a replacement for Ann. Tom and Ben look to finalize a deal on tents for the Unity Concert, while Ron finds himself looking after Andy.

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   7.2/10(29 votes)

   #5 - Potatoes

   S1:E42/9/2023

   As things spiral at work, Jimmy confronts Liz for interfering in his life. Paul struggles with whether to tell his daughter his diagnosis.

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   7.2/10(19 votes)

   #6 - Jimmying

   S2:E110/15/2024

   Jimmy grapples with his guilt over Grace. Paul makes a decision about his relationship. Liz tries to help Gaby find balance in her busy life.

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   7.0/10(2 votes)

   #7 - Cousin Eddie

   S5:E812/14/2018

   Eddie informs Jessica that he wants to spend Christmas with friend Nicole in New York; Louis and Evan do their best to help an overwhelmed Emery decide on which one of his numerous friends to invite to the family's Christmas Eve dinner.

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   7.0/10(1 votes)

   #8 - The Magic Motor Inn

   S6:E121/24/2020

   In a selfish move to avoid Jessica's wrath once SAT scores arrive, Eddie convinces Evan that coaching from former classmate and spelling bee champ Simryn is exactly what he needs to finally win the state spelling bee. However, when it backfires and Evan begins to spiral, Eddie gets some much-needed wisdom from Simryn's dad. On the other side of town, Jessica and Louis convince Emery to get a job only to be shocked by what he chooses.

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   7.0/10(3 votes)

   #9 - Sisters Without Subtext

   S3:E122/7/2017

   Jessica is thrilled that her sister Connie is finally taking the opportunity to go to college. But when she discovers that she wants to pursue an art degree, Jessica disagrees with Connie's passion for art and does not see how it would add any value to her or her family. Meanwhile, Marvin and Honey take Eddie, Emery and Evan with them to visit a retirement home. As much as Honey loves Marvin, she realizes that their age difference really does have long-term implications.

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10. 

    5.0/10(10 votes)

    #10 - Diwali

    S1:E61/6/2022

    Carrie's giant leap for her future self helps her embrace the past, while Miranda makes a confession to a shocked Charlotte.

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    4.8/10(10 votes)

    #11 - Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered

    S1:E81/20/2022

    After coming clean to Che, Miranda is spurred toward making a life-altering decision. Carrie attempts to learn more about her mysterious 20-something neighbor. Charlotte’s efforts to be more open with her kids about sex get derailed.

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    2.0/10(4 votes)

    #12 - Spring Awakening

    S1:E312/2/2021

    Unsure of her future with Santa Inc., Candy must decide if she should hop on a golden opportunity with Easter Enterprises or stay loyal to Santa.

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