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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 6 Episode 1 - Bobby Goes Nuts
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Bobby Goes Nuts

    S6:E1

    Bobby goes from bullied to bully after learning a counterattack move in a self-defense class--for women.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  2. undefined Season 14 Episode 2 - The Beer Story
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - The Beer Story

    S14:E2

    Hank and Bobby are competitors in a home beer brewing competition. Boomhauer bonds with Luke Jr. over non-alcoholic beer.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  3. undefined Season 14 Episode 3 - Bobby Gets Grilled
    9.5/10(4 votes)

    #3 - Bobby Gets Grilled

    S14:E3

    In his search for authentic robata charcoal, Bobby is accused of cultural appropriation. The Hills and Gribbles go to the Bush presidential library where Dale incites an incident.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 23 - Propane Boom
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Propane Boom

    S2:E23

    When Mega Lo Mart starts selling propane, Strickland Propane can't compete with their prices, and Hank loses his job. He winds up working in the propane department at Mega Lo Mart, under the supervision of Luanne's boyfriend Buckley. Hank and other Mega Lo Mart employees decide to protest the way the company destroys small businesses, by disrupting a concert by the company spokesman, Chuck Mangione. Meanwhile, Luanne, who wanted Buckley to give her the job that he gave to Hank, tells Buckley she's breaking up with him. And Hank, Luanne and Buckley are the only people in the Mega Lo Mart when Hank notices a leak...

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  5. undefined Season 3 Episode 11 - Jerry's Painting
    8.3/10(34 votes)

    #5 - Jerry's Painting

    S3:E11

    Jerry’s contribution to Leslie’s community art show causes a stir. Ben moves in with April and Andy and attempts to teach them how to be adults. Meanwhile, Leslie is frustrated by Chris and his interoffice dating rules.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 2 - Flu Season
    8.1/10(34 votes)

    #6 - Flu Season

    S3:E2

    While planning for the local Harvest Festival, Leslie is struck with the flu and is forced to go to the hospital. Ron and Andy have a day of male bonding, and Tom hits the spa.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  7. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Ron and Tammys
    8.1/10(34 votes)

    #7 - Ron and Tammys

    S4:E2

    Ron's first ex-wife, Tammy One, reenters his life and tries to control his every move. Meanwhile, Ben helps Tom balance the books at his new company, and Ann makes a PSA, with help from Chris.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Pontiac Bandit
    8.0/10(43 votes)

    #8 - Pontiac Bandit

    S1:E12

    Jake and Rosa hunt an infamous car thief, Holt tries to find a home for puppies and the rest of the precinct tries to accommodate a wounded Charles.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 17 - Full Boyle
    8.0/10(41 votes)

    #9 - Full Boyle

    S1:E17

    To stop Detective Boyle from getting too clingy, or "Full Boyle," with his new girlfriend, Jake goes on their date, but things don't go as planned.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  10. undefined Season 4 Episode 9 - To Kill a Ladybird
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #10 - To Kill a Ladybird

    S4:E9

    Bobby's affection for a raccoon brings problems when Hank's dog Ladybird and Dale get into fights with the ersatz pet that could be rabid.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  11. undefined Season 6 Episode 10 - Shirt Disturber
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Shirt Disturber

    S6:E10

    Brent and Hank are on the outs after a trip to see their favorite comic book writer goes awry. Lacey's generous donations to the thrift store make the perfect gifts for Karen to celebrate her recent promotion. Oscar and Emma's new home alarm system causes more emergencies than Davis bargained for.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  12. undefined Season 6 Episode 8 - Reader Pride
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - Reader Pride

    S6:E8

    Brent has trouble proving to Lacey and Hank that he's a true Roughriders fan. Davis enlightens Wanda to the unwritten rules of mixed CDs, while Karen volunteers to read books at the seniors' home and has some unlikely fans in Oscar and Emma.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  13. undefined Season 6 Episode 13 - TV Free Dog River
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - TV Free Dog River

    S6:E13

    Emma keeps a watchful eye on the citizens of Dog River to ensure the town reigns supreme over Wullerton ('spit') in "Turn Off Your TV Week". Lacey and Oscar find a profitable way to break the rules and Karen and Davis hit the radio airwaves to help everyone cope. Brent finds a creative way to get through a week of no TV with the help of Hank and Wanda.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  14. undefined Season 6 Episode 15 - R2 Bee Too
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - R2 Bee Too

    S6:E15

    Jealous of Hank's new toy robot, Davis places an order online but is surprised when his robot arrives. Despite Emma’s warning, Lacey's quest to expand Brent's culinary horizons and turn Brent into a food critic from hell. Wanda suits up to help Oscar combat a beehive.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  15. undefined Season 6 Episode 18 - Get The F Off My Lawn
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - Get The F Off My Lawn

    S6:E18

    A windstorm changes the name of The Ruby; Wanda requires equal rights at work, leaving Brent with more problems than he'd expected; the results of a jam contest leave Oscar concerned about Emma.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  16. undefined Season 5 Episode 10 - Knit Wit of the Month
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - Knit Wit of the Month

    S5:E10

    When Lacey starts up an 'Employee of the Month' program at The Ruby, Wanda tries to get Brent to do the same, but finds that she has some hurdles to jump before she gets the appreciation she feels she deserves. Hank's new hobby is knitting, much to Emma's dismay. Oscar also has a new hobby: writing for The Howler, and Karen and Davis have to keep him out of trouble.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  17. undefined Season 5 Episode 14 - Contagious Fortune
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - Contagious Fortune

    S5:E14

    Everything is in the pink for Hank, but Brent and Wanda see things a different way than Hank does. Lacey creates Dog River Dollars, and then becomes suspicious that they are being counterfeited. Karen tries to get Davis to think for himself.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  18. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Pawnee Zoo
    7.8/10(40 votes)

    #18 - Pawnee Zoo

    S2:E1

    When Leslie decides to marry two penguins to promote the local zoo, she inadvertently causes an uproar when both penguins turn out to be male. Meanwhile, Mark puts Ann in an awkward situation when he asks her to go see a movie.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  19. undefined Season 5 Episode 13 - Emergency Response
    7.8/10(26 votes)

    #19 - Emergency Response

    S5:E13

    Leslie and Ben organize a black tie gala to raise money for their park, but their plans are derailed when a city-wide emergency response drill is called. Meanwhile, Andy prepares to take his Police Academy Exam and Ron fills in for Leslie on Pawnee Today.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - Payback
    7.7/10(45 votes)

    #20 - Payback

    S2:E13

    Jake has to go to great lengths to keep a secret about Terry from the rest of the precinct, and Amy finally gets to partner up with Captain Holt.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 17 - Woman of the Year
    7.7/10(34 votes)

    #21 - Woman of the Year

    S2:E17

    Leslie is outraged when Ron wins a “Woman of the Year” award for a project she started. Meanwhile, Tom is desperate to find some money to invest in a local Pawnee club.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Rock Show
    7.6/10(43 votes)

    #22 - Rock Show

    S1:E6

    Leslie attends what she believes is a business meeting with an elderly local government bigwig, unaware that her mother has secretly set her up on a blind date. Andy plays his first gig since breaking both of his legs in the pit.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - The Tagger
    7.5/10(62 votes)

    #23 - The Tagger

    S1:E2

    Jake is assigned a lowly graffiti case as punishment for being late to roll call.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  24. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Soda Tax
    7.4/10(30 votes)

    #24 - Soda Tax

    S5:E2

    Leslie decides to wage war on obesity in Pawnee in her first mission as city councilor by passing a city-wide soda tax. Meanwhile, Andy tries to get in shape for his police-entrance exam, and Ben struggles to connect with the interns in his office.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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  25. undefined Season 5 Episode 20 - Jerry's Retirement
    7.4/10(25 votes)

    #25 - Jerry's Retirement

    S5:E20

    When Leslie finds out Jerry is retiring, she struggles with the proper way to commemorate the occasion. Chris and Ann prepare to have a baby together. Tom worries he will become the office punching bag once Jerry leaves.

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    Writer:Norm Hiscock

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Norm Hiscock Ratings Summary

"Bobby Goes Nuts" is the best rated episode written by Norm Hiscock. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 11/11/2001 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Beer Story".