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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 2 Episode 7 - To Ed
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S2:E7

    After reuniting with Joel at a funeral, Sam takes stock of herself and her actions – and decides to make things right with her best friend. Then, everyone comes together for an epic celebration of love and partnership at Fred and Susan’s wedding.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Tee-Tee Pa-Pah
    8.8/10(4 votes)

    S1:E5

    With a tornado looming, Sam prepares for a different kind of storm as she shares the truth about Rick with Tricia. After impulsively adopting a dog, Joel realizes he wants more out of life.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 4 - What if it spreads?
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    S3:E4

    An unexpected issue arises on Sam and Tricia's trip to Kansas City for a trade show. Meanwhile, Joel reluctantly attends Brad's bible book club and runs into a complicated figure from his past.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Mrs. Diddles
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    S1:E7

    In her quest to reinspire Joel, Sam recruits a small team to help and reveals a new potential location for Choir Practice. Later, on a purple party bus, Sam realizes just how far she’s come. Season finale.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  5. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - AGG
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S3:E7

    Joel returns to church after recognizing a fundamental hole in his life. Sam and Tricia reach a surprising understanding on Holly's birthday, and later, Sam takes a chance with Iceland.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - Margarini
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    S3:E1

    As Joel and Brad take a giant step forward in their relationship and move in together, Sam considers adopting a roommate of her own. Meanwhile, after finalizing her divorce, Tricia puts herself out there on the dating scene.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - NNP
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    S2:E1

    While he rents out his house, Joel and Sam revel in the highs of their temporary living situationship – and the lows of cleaning up after strangers. Meanwhile, as a newly single Tricia preps for an empty nest, Sam is overcome with unexpected emotion as she begins to clean out the barn.

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    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  8. undefined Season 2 Episode 5 - NMB NMP
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    S2:E5

    While celebrating Tricia’s birthday, Sam is blindsided by surprising new information about Holly. Then, as Charity’s lies continue to affect Tricia’s social life, Joel makes a move with Brad… which leads to a misstep with Sam.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  9. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Knick-Knacks and Doodads
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    S1:E2

    Sam begins to bond with fellow members of Choir Practice, but her burgeoning friendship with Joel is threatened over competing outlooks on their future in Kansas. After a disappointing job review and a concerning visit to her parents’ house, an increasingly distraught Sam seeks help from someone close to Holly.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  10. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - Keys Phone Cash ID
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    S2:E4

    While on their way to Wichita, Sam and Tricia finally tell Mary Jo why they’re temporarily moving her from the care facility. After accidentally blowing his own cover stalking Brad, Joel opens up about his personal crisis stemming from Fred’s upcoming wedding.

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    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  11. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - SLS
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    S2:E3

    As Mary Jo’s behavior worsens, Sam and Tricia grapple with the difficult decision of escalating her care. Then, as Tricia pitches her services for Fred and Susan’s wedding, Joel has a crisis of faith, and Sam struggles to get back in touch with her instrument.

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    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  12. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - #2
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    S2:E2

    At poker night, Fred throws Sam, Joel, and Tiffani a curveball. Meanwhile, Sam attends a former voice teacher’s concert in hopes of becoming her student again – with unforeseen consequences, and Tricia feels the effects of a small town filled with big talkers.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  13. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Manhappiness
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    S2:E6

    Distancing herself from Joel, Sam concentrates on helping Tricia with her blossoming pillow business – which soon faces sabotage from Charity. Meanwhile, Fred attempts to play peacemaker with Sam and Joel.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - BFD
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    S1:E1

    When the devastation of her sister Holly’s death trickles into her workplace, Sam finds an unexpected connection with her coworker Joel. Later, just as a fight with her other sister Tricia leaves Sam feeling further unmoored, Joel offers her a lifeline.

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    Writer:Paul Thureen

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  15. undefined Season 2 Episode 3 - Namaste
    5.8/10(8 votes)

    S2:E3

    An industrious Brooklyn realtor endeavors to hustle her way to a new home. After winning an affordable-housing lottery, Candace and John face culture shock and notice a class divide when they move into their new apartment. The Guy considers his living situation.

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    Writer:Paul Thureen

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Paul Thureen Ratings Summary

"To Ed" is the best rated episode written by Paul Thureen. It scored 9/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 5/28/2023 and is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "Tee-Tee Pa-Pah".