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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - The Puppet Dalai Lama
    8.3/10(11 votes)

    S2:E10

    Jill asks Jeff a question he isn't sure if he can answer.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  2. undefined Season 7 Episode 9 - Cats! Cats! Cats!
    8.2/10(13 votes)

    S7:E9

    Nancy and Andy try to put the brakes on Zoya's attempt to take over the bike shop; Silas has an encounter with some local rival dealers; and Doug must do some business with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  3. undefined Season 8 Episode 3 - See Blue and Smell Cheese and Die
    8.1/10(12 votes)

    S8:E3

    Andy attempts to impress Jill by coaching the twin's roller-derby team; Doug ponders about his financial future after being forced to resign from the company; Nancy and Silas race to thwart Shane's actions, who is closing in on Tim.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - There Will Be Consequences
    8.1/10(11 votes)

    S1:E10

    Season One Finale. With a global crisis looming, Zeke and Glenn once again find themselves in a compromised state. Walter tries to diffuse the situation with various heads of state via videoconference; Alex attempts to connect with Zaman on a personal level.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  5. undefined Season 4 Episode 8 - I Am the Table
    7.9/10(13 votes)

    S4:E8

    A spontaneous date ends in near-violence for Nancy and Esteban; Silas reveals to Lisa that he grows pot, and she makes him a tempting offer; Andy and Doug smuggle their first customer across the border; Celia develops an addiction.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  6. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - The Cleanest Liver in Columbus, Ohio
    7.9/10(16 votes)

    S2:E1

    Jeff realizes that if he can tell a lie for the first time in his life he’ll get everything he’s ever wanted.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 9 - The Nightingale Pledge
    7.9/10(11 votes)

    S2:E9

    Jeff learns the safest place for him is far away from everyone. Will talks to a mysterious visitor at his school. With Maddy's help, Deirdre gets a win for the show.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Just a Little Crazy Talk
    7.9/10(13 votes)

    S1:E9

    Walter tries to strike a deal with Zaman's highest-ranking general. Zeke and Glenn find a way to pass the time after being grounded. With Rafiq translating, Alex tries to figure out if and when he should initiate Walter's "Plan B."

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  9. undefined Season 6 Episode 6 - A Shoe for a Shoe
    7.7/10(12 votes)

    S6:E6

    Nancy brings her son back while Andy and Silas wait in a diner.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - LT. Pickles
    7.7/10(22 votes)

    S1:E9

    Jeff wonders if he's having a breakdown or a breakthrough. Will gets into trouble at school. Scott confronts Deirdre about her feelings for Mr. Pickles-San. Seb decides to make a last-minute change to Pickles on Ice while Jeff is away.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - Some Day
    7.6/10(22 votes)

    S1:E10

    Everyone in Jeff's life deals with the results of the speech Jeff made on national television.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  12. undefined Season 7 Episode 4 - A Hole in Her Niqab
    7.4/10(12 votes)

    S7:E4

    Nancy pursues a job at Doug's office; Andy may be in over his head; Shane tries to set up house; Silas attempts a partnership.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  13. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - The Death of Fil
    7.2/10(13 votes)

    S2:E6

    After an international incident, Jeff, Deirdre, Will and Seb attend a funeral at sea.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  14. undefined Season 6 Episode 9 - To Moscow, and Quickly
    7.1/10(11 votes)

    S6:E9

    Nancy is met with yet another roadblock when baby Stevie gets sick leaving her and Andy to scramble to find a pediatrician. Meanwhile, Silas, Shane and Doug are tasked with unloading some merchandise at a kiddie concert.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Pusillanimous
    7.1/10(27 votes)

    S1:E2

    Jeff makes a rash decision that could affect the ability of the show to continue. Seb strategizes how to rebuild Jeff's image. The two disagree about how Jeff can repair his family. Deirdre tries to learn more about what's happening while Maddy is at her piano lesson. Jeff's son Will decides to let loose with his new friends.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - I'll Never Be Batman
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    S1:E4

    Alex gets advice from Walter before his crucial rendezvous with Raja. Walter works around a medical emergency and interference from above to cut a deal with India's foreign minister. Zeke realizes he's promised more than he can deliver to the women in his life.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  17. undefined Season 8 Episode 8 - Five Miles from Yetzer Hara
    7.0/10(12 votes)

    S8:E8

    After receiving an interesting proposal from an unexpected source, Nancy struggles with a decision involving a questionable business.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Green Means Go
    7.0/10(28 votes)

    S1:E1

    Jeff Pickles decides it's time to talk about death on Mr. Pickles' Puppet Time. His executive producer, Seb, feels that Mr. Pickles the persona and Jeff Pickles the person need to remain separate. Deirdre punishes her daughter Maddy for not eating her veggies.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - The Cost of a Free Buffet
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    S1:E3

    After defying Goldie, Edgar tries desperately to get back into her good graces. Cassie tests out some controversial new material, to mixed reviews. Adam, Eddie and Ron join forces to take down a ventriloquist. Bill tries to keep his father and sister entertained on their vacation. Goldie is forced to make a tough decision when her oldest friend Judy comes to town.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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  20. undefined Season 5 Episode 10 - Perro Insano
    6.7/10(15 votes)

    S5:E10

    With the arrival of new enemies, Shane and Silas needs Nancy's protection. Meanwhile, Andy plans his future with Audra, while Doug and Dean make a plan to put an end to Celia's marijuana business.

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    Writer:Dave Holstein

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Dave Holstein Ratings Summary

"The Puppet Dalai Lama" is the best rated episode written by Dave Holstein. It scored 8.3/10 from 11 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on March 8, 2020. It is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Cats! Cats! Cats!".