NaN/100 votes#1 - The Family of Man
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 1/8/2004
A happy Chris begins building his cabin in the mountains near Bear Valley, only to discover a Native American artifact during the construction. The contractor stops all work until it can be verified if they're excavating sacred Indian land. Nervous that he may lose his land because of the find, Chris agrees to perform at the nearby Kahoosh Indian casino in hopes of enlisting support from his indigenous neighbors. He also wants to impress singer/songwriter Bret Michaels, who, because of an earlier misunderstanding, thinks he's selfish. Meanwhile, Anson's on the warpath when he discovers that his recently identified Native American ancestors met a gruesome fate, and goes hunting for retribution. On the rebound after breaking up with her boyfriend because he allows his family to control his life, Yola meets Ben – a handsome guy completely without familial ties. Unfortunately, after meeting some of Ben's friends, Yola soon discovers that some patterns might be just too hard to break...
Director: Jorge Montesi
Writer: N/A
- 7.8/107 votes
#2 - Candidate
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 1/15/2004
Chris's sense of civic duty is aroused when his favorite free parking spot at the public beach he frequents is suddenly designated a red zone. Chris vows to fight for the public's civil liberties and, with the support of Michelle Branch and his band, decides to run for parking commissioner – much to Yola's chagrin... Meanwhile, Yola's maternal instincts are awakened when she volunteers to look after Megan, her six-year-old stepsister, for a week. Though anxious to put her parenting skills to the test, she soon finds that the job is hardly the walk in the park she thought it would be. Anson comes into a bit of money and suddenly finds himself in a constant state of worry over what to do with it. When the guys in the band bombard him with unsolicited advice on how to protect his cash, he's consumed with worry and indecision, until he comes up with his own stellar solution.
Director: Mike Rohl
Writer: Scott Kaufer
- 7.0/1011 votes
#3 - Let the Games Begin
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 1/22/2004
As a long-time baseball fan Chris, who often tries to meld his American boy-next-door lifestyle with his rock-star profession, revels in his newfound friendship with star Oakland A's pitcher Barry Zito. That is, until he discovers that Barry can do just about everything better than he can. He's startled by Barry's musical aptitude when he joins in on a band rehearsal, and after surfing, jogging, mountain biking, and even boxing with him, Chris wonders if there is anything Barry isn't good at. Chris tries hard to be a good sport, but is secretly frantic to find something he can beat Barry at. Yola, meanwhile, has her own plans for the Cy Young Award winner... not the least of which involves trying to get to second base. She's mesmerized by Barry's movie star looks, unpretentious attitude, and unwavering discipline. When he plays his guitar, she's inspired by his gift for singing and songwriting and, much to Chris' chagrin, considers signing him. But, little by little, Yola's adm
Director: N/A
Writer: Scott Kaufer
- NaN/100 votes
#4 - Home Improvement
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 1/29/2004
After hearing about Brian McKnight's luxurious home, Chris feels pressured by the band to improve his homely house and decides to install a state-of-the-art steam room. He soon comes to regret the decision when the project begins to take on a life of its own. Meanwhile, Yola and Cody have very different reactions when the office receives a gift of designer brownies from Mike, the long-haired drummer from local band, Cannabis Nation. Anson, frustrated that his credit card has been canceled, decides to launch his own website, ansoncam.com, as a means of making some extra cash. After outfitting his entire apartment with mini cameras, he learns (to his dismay) that he's attracted a very devoted, yet captive, audience.
Director: N/A
Writer: Scott Kaufer
- NaN/100 votes
#5 - The Little Mermaid
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 2/5/2004
Chris receives an extra $20 when he visits his local bank's automatic teller machine, and feels as though he won the lottery. But when he shares the happy news with Mona, she annoys him by insisting the money be returned. Believing he came by his windfall honestly, he refuses. Later, Chris is shocked to discover that Mona has vanished from her lair. When he runs into a girl named Stacy, who looks just like his missing muse, he wonders if Stacy is really Mona, determined to give him a morality lesson. After moving into a new house, Cody hires Yola's housekeeper, Mihaela, after Yola recommends her for the job; unaware that she only did so out of spite. Much to her dismay, however, Yola finds out that Mihaela and Cody might be a better fit than she'd originally anticipated... Meanwhile, Anson and Tanya wake up in their Las Vegas hotel room after a night of hard partying to find that part of the evening's activities included a wedding...
Director: Milan Cheylov
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
- 8.8/108 votes
#6 - A Little Help From My Friends
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 2/12/2004
Chris is in for quite a jolt when Gloria Estefan arrives in San Francisco to perform with him and the band. During rehearsals she showers the guys with compliments, impressing them with her kindness and lack of pretense. Though initially flattering and supportive, the real reason for her visit is soon revealed, though not before the seeds of rebellion have been sown between Chris and the band. To make matters worse, Chris, who always shuns caffeine, is tricked into drinking Gloria's special blend of Cuban coffee, and now can't seem to function without it. Yola, meanwhile, has her hands full dealing with a pizza company that has illegally used one of Chris' songs in their advertising spots. As she works to prepare Chris for his deposition, she notices his erratic, caffeine-induced behavior, and suspects it may be linked to Gloria. By the time she arrives to take him for his all-important deposition several days later, her worst fears are realized... Chris' Cuban coffee addiction ha
Director: Milan Cheylov
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
- NaN/100 votes
#7 - Rivals
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 2/19/2004
When Michael Bublé stops by to perform at Bimbo's with Chris and the band, his beautiful manager, Olivia, immediately catches Chris' eye. Though clearly attracted to one another, both initially have concerns about mixing business with pleasure. Chris shares his interest in Olivia with Yola, whose lukewarm response to the match is taken as approval by a love-struck Chris. Yola, meanwhile, is distraught over the disappearance of her dog, Jimi, after he runs out of her apartment when the front door is accidentally left open. As Jimi begins a dog's-eye tour of the city, Yola calls Chris and enlists his help to look for the runaway. It soon becomes apparent though, after the pair spends several days ringing doorbells, talking to strangers, jumping over fences and falling in mud puddles that little Jimi may not really want to be found. Anson also has issues of his own to deal with, at the moment. It seems his dad volunteered him to help an opera singer prepare for a recital; something h
Director: N/A
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
- NaN/100 votes
#8 - Criminal Favors
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 2/26/2004
Chris and Olivia's relationship is going great, until he meets her good friend - and ex-husband - Neal.
Director: Jorge Montesi
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
- NaN/100 votes
#9 - Home Fires
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 3/4/2004
Chris has a yard sale to please Olivia, because she thinks he has too much "stuff". Yola schemes to buy an elderly woman's house. Anson moves into a large RV trailer.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- NaN/100 votes
#10 - Run, Yola, Run
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 3/11/2004
Chris must do some damage control when his girlfriend, Olivia, arranges for Richie Sambora to perform with him, without checking with Yola first.
Director: David Warry-Smith
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
- NaN/100 votes
#11 - Taking Off
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 3/18/2004
Chris, Yola and the band stress out during a layover and then flight home from Wisconsin. Anson hopes to join the "Mile High Club" with a nervous flight attendant.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.3/107 votes
#12 - Braveheart
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 3/25/2004
Chris, wanting to impress Yola with his intellect, agrees to appear on the TV game show ""Pop Whiz.""
Director: Kevin Inch
Writer: N/A
- NaN/100 votes
#13 - Suspicion
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 3/25/2004
Chris and Yola go on a romantic weekend getaway in Napa only to find his band booked there as a side gig. Anson and Tanya get back together. Cody decides to leave the talent agency
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of The Chris Isaak Show Season 3
Every episode of The Chris Isaak Show Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Chris Isaak Show Season 3!
Follows a fictionalized version of the life of American rock musician Chris Isaak. The show portrays Isaak and his band members as everyday people with...
Genre:Comedy
Network:Showtime
Season 3 Ratings Summary
"The Family of Man" is the best rated episode of "The Chris Isaak Show" season 3. It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Jorge Montesi and written by N/A, it aired on 1/8/2004. This episode is rated NaN points higher than the second-best, "Candidate".