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(sighs)

- Every time I think about buying a place,

I overheat and want to move back to Ohio.

- Do you really want to move back to Ohio?

- No, I love Vermont. (laughs)

- Great! Then let's make it work here.

Tell me more about what it will be like

to wake up in your own place.

- Hmm, okay!

I wake up naturally in my cozy bed,

light streaming in through bay windows.

Alex brings my coffee and...

Oh! And a puppy jumps on the bed and licks me

so excitedly, I almost spill my coffee.

(laughing)

- That sounds like a beautiful start to your day.

Trish, I want you to continue envisioning

this future life for yourself.

Really feel it with all five senses.

- I think I can do that.

- Great. Let's make this dream a reality.

If you want to own your own place in five years,

perhaps it's time to ask for a raise.

- Uh, I don't know.

You know how your aunt can be about salary

and all of those things.

- Am I interrupting a therapy session?

- No, sorry, uh... Hazel was jus--

- I was putting her through my five-year

goal planning process.

- Uh, I'll just... Yes, thank you.

- Trish. - Yes, thank you.

- Hazel, darling,

I didn't see your name on my calendar this morning.

- Yes, well, I was excited to surprise you

with my brand new subscription box!

- You're lucky I wasn't in court.

(chuckles)

(soft music)

I designed this one with Mom in mind.

Do you remember how much she used to love sailing?

- Hazel, you know I've always thought

that your Daydream products are beautiful...

- Dreamseeker, and they're more than just beautiful,

they help people organize their lives

and achieve their dreams!

- I understand you're very passionate about this,

but if you're trying to butter me up for more funding,

you need to try a different strategy.

Remember you're talking to a lawyer.

What are your facts?

- Um...

This funding will ensure

smooth production of our subscription boxes

and allow us to sign the lease on our storefront.

(sighs)

- You're always dreaming big,

but maybe it's time that you reconsider

going back to law school.

You're still operating at a loss and quite frankly,

I'm considering pulling funding.

- I know our numbers could be better,

but I promise to hit this quarter's goals.

In fact, I'm going on The Morning Brew today.

- Really? That's the biggest morning show in Burlington!

- Exactly! And their audience is going to love Dreamseeker,

and our sales are just gonna-- - When's your interview?

- I've got... an hour! - Well, you better get going!

I'll give you my decision after the interview.

- Thank you. - And Hazel?

Remember to stick to the facts.

(sighs) - Stick to the facts.

(upbeat music)

- One minute, people!

(indistinct chatter)

- Finally! How did it go with your aunt?

- It's... complicated.

- Hi! You gave us a bit of a scare. You ready?

- Yes! Ready as I'll ever be.

Hi! Hi, so sorry.

- Good morning, Burlington!

Joining us today is Hazel Thompson,

the founder of the local planner company,

Dreamseeker Paper Co.

What inspired you to create Dreamseeker?

(light music)

I was pretty speechless

when I started using your products too!

What's your favourite product in the lineup?

- Uh...

- With so many wonderful products,

I'm sure that's a difficult choice.

Personally, I love your signature GoalGetter planner.

And I'm sure that choice is getting harder

with your new subscription box.

(gulps)

(light music)

Thank you for being here today, Hazel.

We'll be right back with more exciting ways

to organize your life!

(indistinct chatter)

Are you okay?

(panting)

- What just happened? - I don't know.

- It's okay. Let's get you home. Yeah. Let's get you home.

- Okay, yeah.

(rhythmic music)

I just kept hearing Sheila's voice in my head

saying, "stick to the facts"

and I froze! No!

- Well, I'm ordering Thai, what do you want?

- Mm-mm.

- Okay, that's it. We're not staying.

- We're not? - Absolutely not.

It was a bad interview,

but you know what we're not gonna do?

- What? - Wallow.

- But I want to... - Not up for debate, let's go.

(sighs)

- Can we just go home?

All I want is ice cream and trashy TV.

- You need a pick-me-up, not a drop me-down.

- I'm not letting this place go.

Our five-year plan has to work.

- No more business talk.

I know of this cute little gastropub

we're both gonna like, so let's go.

Ooh look, Hazel! They have games.

- Hmm. I'm really just not in the mood.

- You're one of the most competitive people--

- Who do you know that's more competitive than me?

- How about you go pick something out

and maybe I'll let you win to cheer you up.

- "Let me win." - Mm-hmm.

- Alright.

(soft music)

- How about trivia? (gasps)

I didn't mean to scare you.

- You startled me. - What's the difference?

- I'm surprised, not afraid.

- That's oddly specific.

- Well, specificity is important.

- Speaking of, the 80's trivia showdown's about to start.

You want to join? (laughs)

- No, I think rearranging my sock drawer

might be a little more fun than that.

- You and I have very different definitions of fun.

Especially since I'm hosting the game.

Come on, what have you got to lose?

- The game. My pride.

Embarrassing myself in front of strangers... again.

- One of my favourite pastimes! - You're not helping.

- Just remember, it's not about winning,

it's about having fun!

- You know, that's what people who lose

like to say to themselves, right?

- Hmm. Or people who enjoy the game

more than the outcome.

- Alright. - Yeah!

- Okay, we're doing trivia! - Alright!

(upbeat music)

(indistinct chatter)

- Do you think flirting is how he gets

people to sign up for trivia?

- Oh! He wasn't flirting with me.

- It didn't look like that from over here.

- Okay, well, he wasn't flirting with me like that.

(laughing)

- Maybe she's a regular.

- Hmm!

- Alright, folks!

Welcome to the 80's trivia showdown this fine afternoon.

I'm your host, Theo McCarthy.

Now, before we get rockin' and rollin',

let's go over some rules!

- How does he do that?

I could never do that in front of an audience like this.

- I mean, it's not exactly a Fenway-level crowd.

Besides, he might be a charming host,

but you have something he doesn't.

- Yeah, what's that?

- An encyclopedic knowledge of 80's pop culture!

- Touché. - Mm-hmm.

- We got this. - Yeah.

- Let's get ready to roll!

Which city hosted the 1980 Olympics?

- Moscow. - You know it!

- Question number 2. What 80's hairstyle

is frequently described as,

"business in the front, party in the back"?

- Ooh!

- Go ahead, Mallory. - Mullets!

- Once again, the point goes to team Don't You Know It!

- You're gonna have to be a little faster to compete!

- Next one... - What iconic denim wash

was popularized in the 80's?

- Ooh! Ooh!

- Acid wash.

- And team Never Gonna Quiz You Up

is on the board!

- Guess you're gonna have to be faster than that.

- I'll work on my game.

- Alright, I've been taking it easy on you,

so we're gonna switch it up with a two-parter worth double!

When was Calliope's first number one hit released

and what was its title? - Oh!

- September 6th 1987, Mirrorball.

- Eh! Incorrect. Anyone else?

- Like A Star. August 16th, 1988?

- Ding! Ding! Ding! You've got it.

Two points for team Don't You Know It!

- But you didn't say "top 100"

you just said, "top number one hit."

- Well, top 100 was implied, see, it's on the card.

- But you didn't say top 100, you just said number one hit.

And Mirrorball hit number one on the dance charts

at least a year before Like A Star was even released!

So...

- Would you like to come up here and host

since you're such an expert?

(crowd laughing) - No, I'm sorry,

I just wanted the points we deserve.

- Alright, I'll give you one point a piece

and we'll move on.

- It's alright, we can still win.

(sighs)

- I thought this was supposed to make me feel better.

- It was still fun, wasn't it?

- Well, I guess. - Hmm!

- Hi, we didn't order these.

- It's on the house. Consider it a thank you

for keeping my big brother on his toes!

- Older siblings always think they're right.

(chuckles)

- Are you a "Know-It-All"?

- Obviously not, we just lost at trivia.

- No, not like that.

It's what the fans of Theo's show call themselves.

- What's it called? - He would have a show.

- In the Know with Theo.

He travelled the world talking to locals,

eating their food, you know, the usual.

- I mean, to be honest,

I'm not the biggest fan of travel shows.

I prefer to appreciate what's in front of me.

(chuckles) - I'll, uh...

drop by your table more often then.

(upbeat music)

- So, how are subscription sales numbers looking?

- The last 10 boxes we've put together haven't sold yet.

- Oh.

- Yeah. - Hmm.

- They're looking really good.

(humming softly)

(doorbell rings) Ooh!

Ooh, cupcakes.

(gasps)

- Oh, no.

- Oh, yes! Cupcakes! Why the long face?

- Pity cupcakes.

Aunt Sheila must have sent those.

- Oof. "I'm here when you're ready."

Yikes. Law school?

(phone rings) - Yup.

It's the producer from The Morning Brew.

- Answer. Answer!

- Amelia, hi!

I'm so sorry about...

- It happens more often than you'd think.

Listen, can you come back next week?

- After what happened yesterday?

- Margo is a huge Dreamseeker fan

and she really wants to give you another shot.

Would Tuesday work?

- Um...

Yes, yeah, Tuesday works. - Great.

I'm sending more prep materials now,

in the meantime, I strongly encourage you

to do some media training.

I've emailed you a list of coaches that we've used.

- Thank you.

- Just don't make me regret this.

- I will do my best.

- The cupcakes can wait. Let's get you a coach!

- Is that really necessary?

I was thrown off by Sheila, yes.

But it won't happen again.

- Can we at least look?

- Okay, but we're just looking.

(upbeat music)

- Okay.

Ooh! Isn't that the cute trivia host from last night?

- He is just so comfortable on camera.

I want his secret.

Okay, great. We'll let you know what we decide.

- I'm guessing that's a no too?

- He wants a 5,000-dollar retainer and an hourly fee.

- Definitely a no.

- Let's face it, Nor. This is the universe saying

I don't need a media coach.

- What about him?

- Theo?

- You said it yourself, you wanted his secret.

Maybe he can teach you.

- Are you just saying that

so you can get intel on his brother?

- I mean, it could be mutually beneficial.

(laughing)

- Alright, fine. I'll do one session,

but only to prove it was a one-time thing

and I don't need a media coach. - Deal.

(birds chirping)

- So, this number goes in the amounts column?

- Not exactly.

Wait a second. Mom, we've already paid this invoice.

- Are you sure? It's in the inbox.

- Yes, do you see here?

Same amount, same invoice number.

(knocking) - Hi! I'm sorry to interrupt,

Patrick sent me back here.

You know, I like to initial my invoices in the corner

when I process them.

It keeps me from entering them twice.

- Initialling the invoices helps?

- It's one of my go-to fail safes.

- Ah! Thank you, that might help.

- Of course. - How can we help you, my dear?

- Wait...

you're the diehard Calliope fan.

- Oh, I wouldn't say diehard. Knowledgable, certainly.

- Ah, yes, and so specific.

- Well, that's me.

I need your help.

- You're not starting

a competing trivia game, are you?

- No. Definitely not.

Could we talk? - Yeah, sure.

- Thanks.

- What's this? - A gift.

And maybe a bribe.

- Hmm.

Some people frown upon bribes.

I prefer to hear people out.

(chuckles)

(upbeat music)

These are... journals?

- Planners, all my design.

- Alright. You've got my attention.

What kind of help are you looking for?

I own a small planner business

and yesterday, I completely botched a TV interview.

Now they want me back and everyone's insisting

I hire a media coach. - Hmm.

- I was hoping maybe I could do a session with you

and you could teach me your secret?

- Can't you just hire a fancy media coach to do the job?

- They're either unavailable or way out of my price range.

- So, I'm your only hope.

- Essentially.

- Thanks.

But I don't see this going well.

- Please. Just one session.

Is there anything I could do to change your mind?

- I've got a better idea.

I see. If you can beat me,

I'll consider letting you in on my secrets.

- And if I lose?

(whispering): No pressure.

(rhythmic music)

- Solid start.

(clears throat)

(sighs)

(chuckles)

Did I forget to tell you? I'm terrible at darts.

(laughing)

(laughs)

- Alright.

My turn.

Yes! How many points is that worth?

- Hmm...

Zero.

You have to land it on the actual board.

- But I made it stick, that should count for something.

- Tell you what.

If you can get on the board on the next one,

I'll give you double points.

(♪♪)

Hey! You did it! - I did it!

- Alright. Let me show you how it's done.

- You told me you were bad at this.

- Eh. I wanted to see if you could loosen up and have fun.

- So now, you're not going to help me?

- Hmm... - Oh, Theo,

at least take her to bingo tomorrow.

She could pick up a few pointers.

- That's not exactly what I had in mind,

but it could be helpful.

- Aside from arguing with you, what would I get out of this?

- I could help you learn your accounting system.

That's what you were working on earlier, right?

- Oh, that's a lovely idea.

Theo is so impatient.

- Fine, but no arguing at bingo.

- Deal! Thank you. You won't regret this.

(upbeat music)

(humming)

So...

When and where can I meet you?

- Do you really need two planners?

- I own a planning company.

How else am I supposed to ensure the product works

if I don't use it?

- I guess. - What's so wrong with planning?

- Why not enjoy your time?

- I enjoy my time by staying on top of my goals

and not letting them slip away.

- Since you're such a rule lover,

I figured you could read them out.

- Hey! Rules keep the chaos at bay.

- I thought we weren't arguing today.

(chuckles) I'll meet you at the front.

- There?

- Hey! I hope Allie's college tour went well!

Good to see you!

- Hi! - Oh wow, look at you!

Nice haircut!

(laughing) - Good to see you.

- Good to see you back!

Very nice. I hope recovery went well.

What's going on?

(indistinct chatter)

(upbeat music)

- Theo, there's a vampire book club meeting coming here

in 45 minutes, so we really should get started.

Do you think they only read books about vampires

or are they vampires reading books?

- One of those seems significantly more plausible.

- Either way, they suck the fun out of my catch-up time.

(laughing)

- I didn't realize this was a family reunion.

- Just being friendly and warming up our crowd.

- Our crowd?

- Yeah, our crowd.

I have a very special guest caller with me today.

If we could all give Hazel a very warm welcome!

Woo!

Hazel, take it away.

- Take what away?

Today we will be playing not one...

but... not two, but six...

games.

Uh, we will start off with a traditional game,

but you best believe we're not going easy on you.

(whispering): Does she have to be filming this?

- Oh. Just go with it, it's fine.

Have some fun with it.

- Fun. - Fun.

- No, I can't do this.

(sighs)

Can you...

(car whooshing by)

(soft music)

(sighs)

On the bright side, at least this time,

you didn't bomb in front of 80,000 people.

- Not helping.

- I'm sorry.

I didn't realize it was that bad.

- Neither did I.

But the cameras started rolling and everyone was staring at me,

and I just...

- Have you always struggled in front of crowds?

- Not at all.

I was a debate all-star growing up!

This should have been easy for me.

- Why wasn't it?

- It's like I have two voices in my head.

One that wants me to be passionate

and the other one wants me to just stick to the facts.

- Which one's winning? (scoffs)

- I don't know.

Both. Neither?

And then I just freeze.

(sighs)

- If I told you a book was 340 pages,

would you want to read it?

- That's not really enough information.

- Exactly.

And just the facts aren't enough to sell planners.

- You think I don't know that? - Thus far, the facts are about

the only thing I've seen you care about.

- Because the facts are what matter!

Okay, if I gave you two planners

and I said one would help

create your most magical dreams,

and the other one would revolutionize

your finances,

would that be enough information?

- Probably not. - See!

- But it's sure a lot more compelling than page counts!

And so is this passion right now.

This is how you should show up in your interview.

- I can't!

I just keep hearing my aunt's voice saying,

"Stick to the facts."

(soft music)

- Give me another shot.

- It was just supposed to be one session.

- I promise I'll come up with something to help

quiet that voice and help you show up with passion.

Come on. Think of my mom and her double-entered invoices.

(chuckles) Please help her.

- Alright, one session.

(bird chirping)

(sighs)

- I'm sensing things didn't go well.

- That's an understatement.

- Does that mean you're ready to admit I'm right?

- We're doing another session.

- I'll take my victories where I can.

Oh. The Morning Brew prep materials arrived.

They're extensive.

- Do you think I need to learn everything in here?

- Not sure, but it came in with this.

- It says to fill in the prep sheets with the blue tabs.

Okay. So, basically everything.

- At least you've got until Tuesday.

And if we split them up over four days,

it shouldn't be that bad.

- It says, "We want answers

by the end of day tomorrow."

- Oh. In that case,

I'm making another pot of coffee!

- Mm-hmm! Mm-hmm!

(upbeat music)

- Mmm, honey, that's smelling delicious.

- Thanks! I had it every day when we filmed in Hungary.

I was thinking that...

it'd be good for the winter menu.

- Well, it looks very hearty.

- Also fiddly to make.

- You know, we could cut down on the labour

with pre-packaged noodles.

(scoffs) - And now you tell me?

- Just think of it as payback

for the Beef Wellington incident.

- We'd have to take something off the menu to do that

and Dad's winter menu is perfect.

- We could try it out for a week? See how people react?

- No. It's too big of a change.

- We need to stay relevant.

- Yeah, but we don't need to change everything

that Dad did in order to do that.

- And we're going to stop that right now.

No more restaurant talk for the rest of the night.

(upbeat music)

(laughing)

- Hey!

- Hey! How did bingo go with Hazel?

- Yeah, how's her cute friend?

- I don't know about her friend, but it did not go well.

- How'd you mess it up?

- Oh, it's probably not as bad as you think.

- She fled in under two minutes.

- Oh. So she's a lost cause. - Oh!

- Yeah, I don't think so.

She's got a lot of passion in there,

but she gets stuck in her head

and I'm not sure how to help her show up as herself.

- Does she need to, though?

I mean, you don't really show up as yourself.

- What are you talking about? I'm always myself.

- Kind of.

You're Theo, but when you're hosting and stuff,

you're like Theo Plus. It's more of a personality.

- Yeah, Patrick has a point.

You have a public persona.

Maybe you could help her create one too.

- You might be onto something.

(upbeat music)

(indistinct chatter)

You came!

- Of course. I always keep my appointments.

- Noted.

Come on, let's go shopping. - Shopping?

No, I don't need new clothes.

- Au contraire.

You need some new old clothes.

- Well, my producer sent over this prep binder.

I was hoping maybe we could go through it.

- I promise this will help

way more than some stuffy old binder.

- Are you sure? - Just try it.

I know bingo didn't go well,

but I really think this will help.

(upbeat music)

- I feel like you're not taking this seriously.

- I'm taking this exactly as seriously as I should.

- You look ridiculous.

- Yeah, you need to get on my level! Here.

Try this on.

- How is this helping?

- It's supposed to be fun!

Like a character to get you out of your head.

- Well, I definitely don't look like myself.

- Exactly! So, let's have some fun.

(♪♪)

Not bad.

- Dogs?

- Hmm. (laughs)

That's much better!

Yes, that's it!

(laughs)

- Hmm!

(laughs)

It's almost perfect.

It's just missing one thing.

- Now we're talking.

(laughing)

I like your style.

- Oh... - Alright!

Time for the real assignment!

(♪♪)

Come on.

(laughs)

- Well, aren't you a sight to behold?

- I aim to please.

- And please you do.

(chuckles) - I'm being rude!

I don't think you met the other day.

Hazel, this is my, uh...

Mallory.

- It's really nice to meet you. - Likewise.

You gave my team a good run for our money.

- It could have been closer if Theo had given us

the points we deserved.

- I'm never living this down, am I?

- Time will tell. (laughing)

- I have to say, I'm glad I still won.

Theo's great, right?

- He is.

- Thanks, Mal.

- We're still on for tonight?

- I wouldn't miss it.

(chuckles)

Your mission, should you choose to accept it,

is to hand out taffy and give people a laugh-y.

(chuckles) - That was a terrible joke.

- Ah, but it made you laugh.

- But what if people start staring at us?

- It'll be fine. The tourists will think it's funny

and the locals won't care.

Either way, they get free candy.

- Free candy is pretty great.

- Hmm.

Hey! Good to see you!

Here, enjoy a free sample! - Thank you.

- Hey, good to see you, enjoy a free sample.

- No. - You're welcome, enjoy.

It's okay.

- Candy? Candy. - No.

Candy?

- Hi, hey! I saw Jenny got her first teeth.

That's so exciting! (chuckles)

You're welcome.

How was Slovenia?

Did you check out the places I told you about?

- Thanks. - Nice!

Enjoy. - Thank you.

See you later. - Hey, Mr. Mayor.

Do you want the rest of my candy?

Looks like you're running out.

- Mr. Mayor?

There's over 40,000 people in Burlington

and it seems like you know every single one.

- I'm a friendly guy.

Why don't we make you some friends?

- I don't know. I don't seem very good at it.

- Well, maybe you would if you actually tried.

- I'm trying.

- You're sulking.

- I just don't see how this is worth my time.

I should be preparing for my interview,

not handing out candy to strangers.

- Your audience won't connect

if you're robotically over prepared.

- What if I alienate them?

- Well, you'll alienate them

by not showing them your humanity.

And what do humans do?

- Make mistakes. - Exactly.

They don't always have the right answers,

but they keep trying.

- No, but what if I make a mistake in my interview

and destroy my business?

I've worked so hard to get where I am.

- Okay, let's take a break.

I know where to find the best cannolis.

Come on!

- Alright.

Hi! (chuckles)

Oh, they all smell so good, how am I supposed to choose?

- Pistachio's my favourite,

but Patrick loves chocolate chip,

and my mom accepts nothing but Amaretto.

- And your dad?

- His kryptonite was hazelnut.

- Oh, I'm so sorry, I didn't realize.

- I'll take a pistachio and the lady will have...

- I'll have the same.

(soft music)

- Mmm! - Mmm...

- Mmm. Okay, you were right.

- Finally!

- This is the best cannoli I've ever had.

- Thanks, my dad used to bring the whole family every week.

He knew everyone that worked there

and what was going on in their lives.

- That sounds an awful lot like you.

- I always wanted to be just like him.

He's the reason I got the gig hosting In the Know with Theo.

- Well, that makes sense.

'Cause you are so comfortable on camera.

Especially with that couple in Bangladesh,

you didn't even have a translator!

- You watched my show?

- I watched a couple of episodes.

- But Bangladesh was one of the last episodes.

- I jumped around a bit.

- Are you sure you're not some secret superfan?

Maybe this is all a ploy just to get close to me!

- Right.

Because we all worship at the feet of Theo McCarthy!

Did you ever stop to think maybe

I'm just trying to learn from you?

- Touché.

On that note,

we should get back to handing out samples.

- I need to learn from my binder.

- Handing out samples is going to help you more.

I promise.

- Okay, but...

if we're not going over it now,

then we definitely need to schedule a time.

(sighs)

(clears throat) So...

- Let me see this.

You're missing something from your to-do list.

- I'm absolutely not missing something from my to-do list.

And my five-year plan is rock solid.

- Take stick out of...

- Hey! (laughing)

You know, at least I have a plan.

- Yeah, but maybe you should plan to have more fun!

You were doing so well a minute ago.

What's got those gears churning?

- What if someone takes a video of us

and it goes viral or something?

The internet is forever.

- You don't want to be a meme?

- No one wants to be a meme.

- Are you making fun of me?

- What are you talking about?

- Are you kidding?

(laughs)

- You're the Too Spicy Guy?!

- Yep. - No.

Oh!

- Yeah, I forgot to tell my producer

that I think ketchup is too spicy.

Then, they served me regular spicy food

and now I've gone down in history

as the Too Spicy Guy.

(laughs)

- I can't believe you're the Too Spicy Guy.

- Yeah. The first couple months were annoying,

but only because Patrick sent me every new version of it.

- I would just die of embarrassment.

How are you okay with this?

- My philosophy is if it's immortalized,

it's because it brought people joy.

- I can't argue with that, it's brought me joy

on several occasions. - And you didn't even know me!

- I think we've even used it on our Dreamseeker

social media channels.

(laughing)

- Give me your pen.

(soft music)

- "Bring joy."

- That's the real mission here.

And for your business.

Would you like a bodacious taffy?

Right on!

(upbeat music)

(beat-boxing)

(laughing)

- Candy, candy!

Sugar!

And a candy for you!

(laughs)

- And you get one, and you get one!

(laughing)

(♪♪)

(laughs)

(birds chirping)

- Knock, knock!

- Hazel, darling.

Is that my double foam hazelnut macchiato?

- You know it! (chuckles)

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

I was trying to remember Mom's favourite desserts,

but I'm drawing a blank.

Do you know what they were?

- I don't think your mother's favourite desserts

are your most pressing issue right now.

- Okay.

I know my interview at The Morning Brew

didn't exactly go well,

but they're having me back in a few days.

- They're letting you come back after that performance?

- They want me to come back.

Margo loves my product, she believes in it.

- Are you sure that's such a good idea?

- I promised you I would reach this quarter's goals

and this is how I'm going to do it.

Besides, I hired a media coach to help me.

- Oh. Thank goodness for that. (laughing)

- In fact, I just came from a session with him.

- Really? - Mm-hmm.

- You look a little bright-eyed for somebody

who just came from a media coaching session.

What exactly did you two do together?

- Well, today, we handed out saltwater taffy

in 80's outfits at the market.

- And this guy is credentialed?

- Not exactly.

He hosts trivia and he had his own TV show.

- Honey.

Hamming it up for tourists

isn't exactly the brand of professionalism

you should be striving for.

- He got me out of my head

and that's worth something, isn't it?

- Well, we'll see.

The entire firm will be watching this time,

you need to do the Thompson name proud!

- I will do my best.

(upbeat music)

- You know how I've been getting a lot of pressure

to open another location?

- Did you get that Coolidge Corner space?

(chuckles) - Not exactly.

I was approached with an opportunity

to set up a new shop in Los Angeles.

- Congratulations! That's huge!

- Yeah. See, the thing is,

they want me to move out there for a year

to get it started.

- Oh. I see.

- Since you've been trying to get back to TV, I thought...

- You want me to come with?

- Look, I-I know this is still pretty new,

but this could be a great opportunity for you too.

- Well, I don't know what to say.

- Take a bit to think about it.

Just not too long.

- Okay. Wow. (chuckles)

(soft music)

- Are we going to be okay if Sheila pulls funding?

- I mean, if the numbers don't drastically improve,

we'll have to halt production,

but only until we can sell all our current products.

- Did I dream too big this time?

- Dreaming is your job, mine is making it a reality.

- Any chance you have a magic wand you can wave

and get rid of our money problems?

- Dang, I think I left it in my magic carriage.

(laughing)

Oh!

New product?

- Maybe.

It's something like a gratitude journal,

except for how you've made someone smile that day.

- That's adorable, like a kindness journal.

- Yeah. Or a joyful journal.

- Ooh, I love that alliteration! (chuckles)

Where did you get that from?

- Oh, that is from Theo.

It's just a small reminder.

- From Theo, huh? - Mm-hmm.

- Did this guy inspire a potential new product?

- He helped me focus on making someone else smile.

- Hmm.

Maybe that's what the box is missing.

That final touch to make it absolutely irresistible!

- It could help.

But it would have to be ready. Is there any chance

we could have a proof before the interview?

- I have worked with much harder deadlines.

Send me the files, I'll take care of it.

- Are you sure you don't have a wand hidden away somewhere?

- I can't divulge all my secrets.

(chuckles)

(upbeat music)

- So, on this screen you can see

all the transactions for each vendor.

- So, under expenses and then vendors?

- Exactly! - Great.

- How's it going in here? - Oh!

Hazel is such a very patient tutor.

- Oh! So, I'm not the only one who gets under Theo's skin.

- Hardly. - I'm right here.

- Yes you are, honey.

Now, Hazel, why are we looking at vendor transactions?

- Oh, I always check this when I'm entering a new invoice.

For example, on this invoice...

- Uh, and it's not in there yet. - Exactly!

So that tells it hasn't been paid or entered.

- Great.

- Is that really necessary?

All this paper is distracting.

- It makes it easier for me.

- Research shows that handwriting notes

helps you remember them better.

- Huh! See? She gets it. (chuckles)

- You know, I think Eileen and I have it from here.

You can go recover from your date.

- Oh, how are things with Mallory?

- They're... good, I think.

- As long as you're happy, honey.

- Thanks, Mom. - Hmm!

- Oh, take good care of her

or I'll make you do karaoke next!

- What? No, I'm not doing that. - Don't torture her like that!

(chuckling)

(light music)

- So...

- So what?

When are you going to tell me about how things are going

between you and Theo? - What do you mean?

He's coaching me, that's it.

- Mm-hmm.

Because guys regularly inspire new products.

(laughs) Spill.

- Okay, he's kind of flirty.

And even if I did like him, which I'm not saying I do,

he's definitely dating Mallory.

- Oh. That woman from trivia?

- He says he thinks things are good between them.

- He "thinks" things are good between them

probably is code for something.

- Well, regardless, Theo strongly suggested

I bring you to our session tonight.

- Hmm! If he wants you to bring me,

then he's probably bringing someone.

And if the stars are aligned, that someone will be Patrick!

- There's a possibility!

(upbeat music)

(phone rings)

- Krafty Kitchen, how may I help you?

Carrie? Oh, um, let me see.

Yeah, just walked in. Your producer.

- Thanks.

Carrie! How are you doing?

They want to bring the show back?

Can I think about it and get back to you in a few days?

Great, thanks.

(phone rings)

- Oh, hey, Amelia.

Did you get the information I sent you last night?

- I sent over a selection of answers for your segment.

- Oh, that was fast!

- That's the name of the game at The Morning Brew.

- I see you shortened the answers.

- Well, in your case, shorter is better.

- Should I make notecards to practise on?

- Absolutely!

- That was kind of a joke...

- Whatever helps you to know them inside and out.

- Okay. I will work on them.

- Great. I'll see you in a few days.

- Hey. Nora, do you know where my, um...

You know me too well.

(laughing) - Thank you.

- Why'd your producer call? - Don't worry about it.

- Hello, boys! (laughs)

So, what kind of trouble are we getting into this evening?

- Speed networking?

(sighs)

- It's an opportunity to connect with other

local business owners.

- But what if I have nothing to say?

- No, no, there's no cameras. You should survive.

- He's right. - Not you too.

- I think you're doing great. - You don't even know her.

- I can be supportive. - Come on,

I promise it won't be awful.

Worst case scenario, you spend five awkward minutes

and move on. - Okay, okay.

(laughing)

Okay. - No...

- My producer sent answers for me to memorize,

so I put them on notecards to practice.

We should go through them tonight.

- You can memorize all you want,

but remember you need to show up as yourself.

- Okay, but one practice round can't hurt!

- Yeah, but it won't end with one round though, right?

- Okay, well,

if we're not going through my cards, can I have them back?

- Hmm!

If you really want them back,

you gotta get them yourself.

Oh, oh!

(laughing)

(bell dinging) Oh! Saved by the bell.

Alright! Let's network! Whoo!

(chuckling)

(indistinct chattering)

- I'm Hazel, and I created my company Dreamseeker

when I was in law school.

- So Hazel helped me get my act together and created

a whole five-year plan for me.

Has she gotten you onto it yet?

- Not yet. So you and Hazel met in college?

- Oh no, way back. Diaper times.

- And you've managed to stay close.

- Once you're in Hazel's orbit,

you don't want to fall out of it.

- I think I know what you mean.

- So once you determine whether or not you want

a weekly or daily planner, you get to decide which day

of the week you start on.

You can choose between Sunday or Monday.

Both have their benefits, but personally, I...

(bell dinging)

Oh, I'm so sorry, we didn't get to you.

- Oh, hello,

Hazel, is it?

- Yes, it's so lovely to meet you.

(chuckling) - How's it going?

- Well, five minutes goes by a lot quicker than I expected.

- You didn't let them get a word in, did you?

- Mm-mm.

How do you do this?

- I like to focus on them as much as possible.

People like talking about themselves.

- So I should try talking as little as possible?

- Not exactly.

I enjoy learning about people and asking questions.

- But how do you make things even?

- That's what you're going to practice.

You love your company,

but you need to make your point faster.

- And the faster I am, the quicker I can ask them

about their company.

- Exactly!

- I'm so gonna win this networking thing.

- It's not a competition. - To you, maybe.

(chuckling)

- Why don't you start with the answers you've got here?

- The turnout's pretty impressive.

- Yeah, it's brought in a decent amount of people.

- Yeah. I've always wondered though,

from a business standpoint, how profitable

hosting events like this is

in comparison to the cost to run it.

- That is a very insightful thought process.

(laughing) - Well, you have experience

with events. How does it work for you?

- I think you're ready.

- Are you sure?

(bell dinging)

- Guess you'll find out.

- Thank you so much.

Okay...

- Wow, that last guy was a lot. (chuckling)

This is so awkward, right?

- Yeah, it is.

It is so nice to see you.

- You as well. I didn't realize you ran a business.

What do you do?

- I own a boutique planner company that specializes

in helping people create actionable plans

to achieve their dreams.

But enough about me,

please tell me about your taffy business.

- I took over my shop about six years ago,

but I'm so ready to expand the business.

- Wow, that's amazing!

Tell me, what do you have in mind?

- I'm opening up a new location later this year,

but I'm also considering getting into online sales.

I'm not really sure. Do you have any ideas?

- Okay! I'll admit it.

That went way better than I thought it would.

- See? You can trust me.

- Did you meet anyone interesting?

- I think so. - Wonderful!

I met so many cool people. In fact, I was thinking,

we should team up with a local business owner

for our next subscription box.

- That sounds so great! - Right?!

I'm gonna get another drink, does anyone want one?

- No, thank you, I'm heading out.

- I can walk you to the bus. - I'd like that.

(chuckling)

- I'll take another. Meet back at the table?

- Sure. - Alright.

(indistinct chattering)

- Thank you.

(soft music)

(sighs)

(ringing tone)

(phone ringing)

Hey, Nora. - Hazel.

I'm so sorry, but they won't be able to fix it on time.

- It's... no worries.

- I know that's code for all worries.

- No, it's fine. I'll just...

I really have to shine on The Morning Brew in a few days.

- And you will. I mean,

you got those notecards back from Theo, right?

- Mm-hmm. Yeah, I'll go review them right now.

Okay, bye!

- Bye!

- I signed the agreement today

and it's all happening a lot faster than I thought.

- How much faster?

- They want me out there

by the end of the month.

So I don't want to pressure you to make a decision...

- But you need to know.

I've thought about it a lot, and...

I can't leave until my family can run

the restaurant without me.

They're not there yet.

- They're not there yet or you're not there yet?

It's okay if you're not ready.

I just, I want you to be honest with me about it.

- Then I guess the truth is that...

...going to LA for a year doesn't feel like

the next right move for me.

- I understand.

- I hope you'll still come to trivia.

- Of course. I've gotta maintain my title before I leave.

(chuckling)

- Yes, you do.

Is that spare glass for me?

- Mm-hmm.

- I thought we were meeting back at the table.

- I didn't want to interrupt you and Mallory.

- Hmm.

(vehicles passing)

You're quieter than normal. You okay?

- Mm-hmm. I just got some not so great news.

- You wanna talk about it?

- Not right now, thanks.

- I think I know the remedy you need.

Pasta.

(laughing)

- How is pasta going to--

- Don't argue, just trust me.

(crickets chirping)

- Let me guess, some little old

Italian lady taught you how to make pasta from scratch.

- Nonna Sofia is more than a little old Italian lady.

She's a legend. - I knew it.

- Mm-hmm. Have you been to Italy?

- No. I've always wanted to.

- Is it in your five-year plan?

- I've been so focused on Dreamseeker that travel

hasn't really come up. No.

- Perhaps you should. Italy would be good for you.

Slow down. Ditch the planner for a few days.

- Hey, I like my planner! - I know you do,

but you deserve to take a break.

- Well, "deserve" and "have time for"

are two very different things.

- If you say so.

You "knead" to get out your frustration from earlier.

- Me?

Okay.

Like that? - Mm-hmm.

- Hmm, okay.

That does help a little.

- So, what was the bad news you got anyway?

(sighs) - I came up with a new design,

and we tried to rush a sample for the interview,

but then the printer screwed up,

and we don't have time to fix it.

- Hmm.

I recall someone calling me Mr. Mayor yesterday.

Want me to help?

- You could do that?

- I'd be happy to.

- It's just, I don't want this dough to get dry.

So, maybe you'll text Nora from my phone,

let her know what's going on?

My code is 0822.

(phone clicking)

(phone chiming)

- Well, that was fast.

Nora already sent the files.

- Of course she did.

- Let's see what I can do.

(phone chiming)

Okay, all set.

You should have a new proof tomorrow.

- Get out. Thank you.

- Don't worry about it. - Seriously,

you're saving my company.

- The only thing I'm saving is my appetite for this pasta.

- Mmm, mmm!

Okay, I admit that was amazing.

But I feel like I'm breaking the rules

eating here after hours.

- You've got a lot of rules.

Is there a handbook or a cheat sheet

to help you remember them all?

- You don't need a cheat sheet for common sense.

(chuckling)

- Well, we've had a lot of family dinners in here.

Big rule breakers, the McCarthys.

- Really? Why does that not surprise me?

- Well, my dad was always here and I guess so were we.

I got used to it.

- Is that where you honed your skills cheating at darts?

(laughing) - I never cheated.

I misled. How's that for specificity?

- Well, now that I'm full, I think you owe me a rematch.

- Oh, okay! (laughing)

Okay, but this time, we're not playing for points.

- Well, then what are we playing for?

- Fun. Have you heard of it?

- You know, I think I put it on a checklist once.

(chuckling)

(soft music)

You make fun, but my checklists helped me

keep track of things when my mom got sick.

My aunt was busy keeping the law firm afloat,

so most of the care came to me.

- That must have been really tough.

- In a way it was, but I created a planner.

- Which became the GoalGetter.

- Essentially.

Yeah, I loved the sense of purpose my planner gave me,

and so Dreamseeker was born.

Whoo!

- I'm glad it gives you a sense of purpose.

- This place doesn't?

- I appreciate the time with my family,

but I feel like I'm living somebody else's life.

- Well, this was your dad's dream,

but it doesn't have to be yours.

- I just see how happy it makes my mom and brother,

and I just wish I felt the same.

- Hmm. Maybe it's time you figure out

what makes you happy.

You seemed pretty passionate about the show.

- It's funny you should say that.

My producer called earlier.

The studio wants to bring it back.

- Wow. That's an incredible opportunity.

- It is, but I think I need to turn it down.

I mean, they're not ready to handle this place

on their own. You've seen my mom in the accounting software.

- Your mom's getting a lot better.

- I guess she just needed the right teacher.

(bright music)

- Wow. I have no idea how Theo pulled this off.

This is exactly how I pictured it.

- You did a great job, Hazel.

So did Theo. I'm now convinced he's a magician.

(chuckles) - I wouldn't be surprised

if he could do magic at this point.

(laughing)

(sighs)

- Well, something happened to make that look happen.

- I don't know.

Okay, last night, there was a moment where I thought

he was going to kiss me, but he was talking to Mallory

after you left and I'm not getting in the middle

of a relationship, so that's a dead end.

- Yeah. - But you and Patrick?

- He was horribly chivalrous. Not even a kiss good night.

- Really? That's surprising. I thought I saw sparks flying.

- As did I, but... (phone ringing)

- Hello?

- Hello, Hazel! I'm here with Amelia,

and I've got some great news.

- Hi, Amelia! - Hi, Margo!

- We're adding more time to your segment tomorrow.

- How much more time?

- Double!

- That's a lot of time.

- Dreamseeker was such a life changer for me,

I really want to let you shine.

Is there anything you could fill time with?

- We've got an incredible new product

Hazel could talk about. It's called the Joyful Journal.

- Oh, tell me more.

- Well, it's a place to keep track of

and inspire people

to spread joy. - That sounds wonderful!

I can't wait to hear more about it.

- Well, since Margo approves, I'll get you to lead

a product demonstration

live on the air tomorrow.

- Great! So looking forward to it.

Bye! (phone beeps)

- You can do this.

(sighs)

- Uh, Theo...

Honey, I've noticed you just haven't been yourself lately.

- Hey, where's that lobster I asked you to order?

- Didn't we just get an order the other day?

- Theo, we've got lobster fries on special this week

and we ran out. I left a note on your desk.

- No, you didn't. - You wanna bet?

See? It's right there.

- Are you kidding me?

See, this is exactly why I don't want you guys

using all this paper. How was I supposed to see that?

- It's your office.

- And it's your lobster.

Why didn't you tell me in person

or send me a text or something?

- I'm sorry, but we need this lobster

before the trivia rush starts.

- You can't always expect me to save the day.

(sighs)

- I said I was sorry.

- Alright, let me see what I can do.

(ringing tone)

Hey, Jeremy, buddy! How're Hunter and Grayson doing?

Ha! That's great. Listen, I need a favor.

(birds chirping)

(soft music)

- Hazel! - Oh, hi!

I was actually just on my way to find Theo.

- Oh. He and Patrick are dealing with a restaurant emergency.

- Oh... - Everything okay?

- Not really, but I'll catch him later.

Are you using the GoalGetter?

- I am, but I can't seem to get past the goal setting section.

- What seems to be the issue?

- I had all these dreams with William.

Pass the place off to the boys and travel the world.

I lost those when I lost him.

- Oh.

You're still here.

- I'm just not sure if I remember

how to dream without him.

- It's never too late to try new adventures,

even if they don't look exactly like you've pictured them.

- Oh, I don't know.

- The way I see it, you were drawn

to the GoalGetter planner for a reason.

There's some part of you that still wants to dream,

to try something new.

It doesn't matter if you don't know what it looks like yet.

- I can see why Theo believes in you.

- Oh.

(mumbling)

- Coffee for your thoughts? (gasps)

- You've got to stop surprising me like that.

- Coffee to make up for it then?

- Yes, thank you. I didn't expect to see you today.

- A little birdie mentioned you were looking for me.

Thought I'd investigate. What's up?

- They doubled my time slot for tomorrow.

- That's pretty significant. - Mm-hmm.

- How are you feeling about it?

- Earlier, not so great.

- But better now?

(sighs) - I think.

- Hey, come to trivia today.

- Trivia? I don't know, Theo, I'm not really in the mood.

- Come on, have I led you astray yet?

First time doesn't count!

(laughing) - I guess trivia would stop me

from obsessing over my notes.

- I'll take that as a yes. See you and Nora later.

(indistinct chattering)

Hello, ladies.

- Hello, Theodore.

- Wait, what's going on?

- I've lured you here under false pretenses.

- There's no trivia? - Oh, there's trivia.

But I'm in need of a cohost today.

(laughing)

- No, no. (laughs)

- Yes. Hazel Thompson, would you please do me

the honor of being my cohost this afternoon?

- I haven't planned for this.

- Don't worry, I'll make sure it's super easy for you.

- Think of it as your last round of practice.

- You were definitely involved in this.

- Mm! I came here for a good time

and now, I will from over there.

(indistinct chattering)

(scoffing) - I've been betrayed!

(laughing) - I promise it's not that bad.

This is a tame crowd. What do you say?

- Well, my partner's abandoned me, so...

Alright, I guess I have no choice.

- That's the spirit!

(bright music)

- Oh. - You're gonna be great.

- Yes. I hope so.

- Okay, trivia people!

Before we get rolling with this afternoon session,

I'd like you all to welcome my very special cohost, Hazel!

(cheering)

- Hi, everyone. - Whoa!

Listen to that powerhouse.

Hazel here caught me on a technicality last week,

so you all better bring your A-game!

- Yes, she did! - Go Hazel!

(chuckling nervously)

- And remember, it's not about winning...

- It's about having fun.

- Alright, round one! Let's get started.

- Oh. Um...

(clearing throat)

At what age does someone celebrate their Bat Mitzvah?

Mallory.

- Thirteen. - Um...

- Nice one! First point goes to team Don't You Know It!

- Yes! (clapping)

- Hey, Hazel. - Yes?

- When do lambs become sheep?

- I can't say I know.

- When they have their "baaa"-mitzvah!

(laughing)

- Are you "shear" about that?

- I've never been more "shear" about anything in my life.

(crowd laughing)

(applause)

Next question!

Which state's official dessert is the peach pie?

- Oh, I know that one. - Patrick!

- Georgia.

(mimics buzzer)

- I'm sorry, that is incorrect.

Any other takers?

Anyone?

- Well, it is an easy enough mistake, Theo.

Georgia is the Peach State, after all.

Although, you know, I had the best peach pie of my life

in a small diner on I-95 in Delaware,

which happens to be the right answer.

(crowd): Aw...

- Next question.

Uh... Switzerland is split into 26 regions called what?

Mallory. - Cantons.

- And the answer is...

- Oh. My attention hitched a ride on a different track.

What did I miss?

- Our host is sleeping on the J-O-B!

- It's a tough job.

- Especially when the answers are on the card in your hand.

(crowd laughing) - Oh! Yes. What was the guess?

- Cantons.

- You're absolutely correct!

(applause, cheering)

(laughing)

- I can't believe you got me to cohost trivia with you.

- And you did such an incredible job.

- Yeah, I saved your butt. - That you did.

- I'm just happy I didn't have to play against Mallory.

Your girlfriend is a know-it-all.

- Mallory? Yeah, we... we split up.

- Oh. I'm so sorry.

- It's okay. We weren't really on the same path.

- Well, what path are you on?

- I'm still trying to figure that out.

You know, you're going to impress the pants off

everyone at The Morning Brew.

You impressed me.

- I just read questions that you wrote.

- Hazel, you did so much more than that.

You gave my brother a hard time.

(laughing) - That's impressive?

- Oh, yeah. I mean, he's an easy target for me, but you let go.

You were yourself in front of others.

- Huh, I really was.

Yeah, but tomorrow's different. - True.

You'll be answering questions instead of asking them.

- I'll be in the hot seat.

- Well, let's make sure you're ready.

Hop up there.

- Uh, no. I can't do that. - Sure you can!

Hazel Thompson, Dreamseeker's almost fearless leader.

(laughing)

Testing, testing.

- What are you doing? - Quick fire,

round one. Hazel. What is your middle name?

- Esther.

It's a family name, okay? Next question!

- What is the best ice cream topping?

- Ooh, hot fudge, obviously.

- Wrong! It's definitely maraschino cherries.

- Do you know how a speed round is supposed to work?

- Hey, I thought I was the one asking the questions here.

- Then ask them!

- Okay, final question. Who is the best trivia host

you've ever cohosted a game with?

- Ooh, I think his name was Theloni...

Theo! - Ding, ding, ding!

See? You did great.

- Oh, I couldn't have done it without the magical help

of my fearless media coach.

(laughing)

(soft music)

- Thank you for approaching me.

I enjoyed that way more than I expected.

- Me too.

- You know, the restaurant is great, but... it's stifling.

I just wish there was a way to go back to TV

and still help out at the restaurant.

- Hmm. Well, maybe media coaching is the answer.

I'd be happy to give you a glowing testimonial.

- Yeah, I don't know.

My family needs me too much.

- Perhaps you should give them more credit.

People step up when they're needed,

like you did when your dad passed.

- Or like you did with your mom.

- Exactly. (sighs)

You're allowed to be happy, Theo.

You deserve to pursue something that makes you smile.

(geese squawking)

(laughing)

(crickets chirping)

I'm sorry for the mess.

It'll be easier if we get the storefront,

I won't have to keep so much here anymore.

- Honey... - I actually

wanted to show you something.

We're launching a new product on the show tomorrow.

It's called a Joyful Journal, and you fill it out

when you do something to make someone else feel happy.

- So it's just some prompts about doing nice things?

- Oh, I wouldn't say it's just that.

No. It's a chance to reflect

and feel good about spreading joy.

Like these.

- And you're staking the future

of your business on this?

This is your big solution to meet your sales goals.

I'm sorry, honey, I'm pulling funding.

- But you said if...

- If you weren't my niece,

I would have pulled funding a long time ago.

- I... - My mind's made up.

(soft music)

(birds chirping)

- Hey! Come on in.

This is unexpected!

- Well, I'm full of surprises these days.

- I assumed you'd be at the TV studio by now.

- Yes, I can't stay long.

- How are you feeling?

- Um, well, I know I'm not supposed to,

but I'm feeling pretty nervous.

There's a lot riding on this interview.

- Well, you've progressed tremendously.

I have full faith that you're gonna knock it out of the park.

- Thanks.

- And you're not eating any spicy food on air,

so the odds of becoming a meme are significantly lower.

(laughing)

- Whew, I didn't realize how badly I needed that.

I came here for a reason. - Okay...

- I brought you... a gift.

(chuckles) - This is so sweet.

But I'm sorry, I don't... I don't have anything for you.

- You gave me something so much better than a gift.

Open it!

- These are...

- Business cards, for your media coaching business!

- I'm not sure what to say. - Oh, and that's just the start.

I know I didn't finish my law degree,

but I know my way around business paperwork.

- Hazel... - So I drew these up.

You are going to do so much good

when we can sit down and create your five-year plan!

- I...

This is too much.

- I know it's a lot, but so many small businesses

get penalized for not having their paperwork in order.

And I want to get you started on the right foot.

- You don't get it. I've already got

a successful business to run.

I can't follow some flight of fancy daydream

opening some niche business.

- Dreams don't just happen, Theo.

They take work, planning, and a little bit of risk.

I wanted to help you with that.

I thought that's what you wanted.

- I didn't ask you to do any of this.

- You didn't have to ask.

- I don't need your five-year plans

or your color-coded checklists to enjoy my life.

- Planning doesn't mean you can't have fun.

- I don't need your help. I'm just fine on my own.

- No one does anything on their own, Theo.

Not really.

You saved this restaurant with your family.

I created Dreamseeker with Nora.

- I've got plenty of people to help me with

what I've actually got going on with my life.

- You have a town full of acquaintances.

I know you know everything about their lives,

but how many of them have actually met the real Theo?

- I've got my mom and my brother,

who else do I need?

- Do you?

You just told me yesterday

that this restaurant was stifling you.

You don't have to go back into TV.

But don't you think you deserve more?

- If you're so unhappy here,

then why am I hearing it from her and not you?

- I...

- I thought we were in this together.

As business partners. As brothers.

- We are in it together. - Are you?

- Enough!

All your checklists and five-year plans

aren't going to fix the mess you've just made.

(phone chiming)

- I, um... I can fix this later, but I have to go now.

- It isn't something for you to fix!

You've done enough damage.

- Why didn't you tell me that you're not happy here?

- Sometimes, I just feel like all I do is clean up messes

and fight to bring this place in the 21st century.

- Well, I'm sorry for being such a burden.

Feel free to go back

to your TV show and abandon us again.

We don't need you.

- Patrick...

- What's going on?

- Just more fires for me to put out.

- Did you know that I bought this place for your dad?

- No. How have I never heard about this?

- Your father was good at many things,

but admitting when he was wrong wasn't one of them.

- Sounds about right.

- He's not the only one.

Oh, he sat on the dream for years.

He kept planning, but wouldn't act.

- So you did it for him.

- We fought about it for months.

He didn't think that the time was right.

You were barely a year old,

but I knew he wouldn't do it unless I forced his hand.

- And he rose to the challenge.

- He did.

Sometimes, you need a push from the people who love you

to go out and achieve your dreams.

- He was lucky to have you.

- I like the business cards that Hazel designed for you.

You'd do well as a media coach.

- I don't know.

- I was inspired by talking to Hazel the other day.

She reminded me of how important it is to go after what you want.

I even used one of her planners to set some new goals.

- That's great.

- I'm going to take some business courses.

Working with her helped me to realize

that I can learn new computer skills.

Just maybe not from you. (laughing)

I've got this.

- Yeah.

But what if I don't?

- What do you mean?

- What if media coaching isn't the next right step for me?

What if I'm not ready?

- Were you ready when you started your show?

- Well... no.

But I don't want to miss anything with you guys.

- Oh, honey. We're gonna be here for you no matter what.

Now, you know what you need to do?

- Where were you? I was scared you were gonna miss the segment!

- I made a stop along the way. It did not go as planned.

- Does this have anything to do with why you look

like you've been crying?

- Theo and I almost kissed last night.

- So naturally you'd be upset...

- Yeah, it's not that I, um...

I went to the restaurant this morning.

He seemed like he was ready to branch out,

so I got him business cards

and I drew up some paperwork for him.

- So I'm guessing that didn't go well.

- My first TV interview went better.

- How did he react?

- He was angry. We argued.

He accused me of overstepping. He said he didn't need my help.

- Oh, honey.

- But I know this is what he wants,

he's just too afraid to go after it.

He needed that push.

- Yeah? - Yes.

- I mean, how did you feel every time your aunt

dropped hints about going back to law school?

- Alright. (laughs)

I get it.

But at least she came around.

"Knock their socks off."

That's cute.

- So were the cupcakes. (laughing)

- Do you think I'm wrong about Theo?

Maybe I did overstep.

- Maybe, but your heart was in the right place.

- Thanks, Nora.

- We're ready for you!

- Go get 'em! You got this.

Yes!

(phone chiming)

(sighs)

- Patrick, please let me explain.

Look...

I'm sorry for how I handled all of this.

Okay, I don't think you're a burden.

- You've got a funny way of showing it.

- You're right.

Look, when Dad passed away, I...

I felt like I needed to take on all the responsibility.

- You don't need to take care of everything.

Especially if it doesn't make you happy.

- I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner.

- Is this why you've been pushing all the big changes?

- Yeah, I think so.

I just want you guys to be okay.

- So you can go back to your TV show?

Is that why Carrie called? They want you back?

- Yeah, it's why she called.

- You should have told me.

We could have figured something out.

- You're right. I'm sorry.

- So? Are you going back to your TV show then?

- No.

I thought it's what I wanted,

but... I like being around.

I don't want to miss things.

- Well, since you're not skipping town,

I think you owe Hazel an apology.

And I've got the perfect way you can make it up to her.

- Oh, yeah? - Yeah.

(bright music)

- I'm so glad you decided to come back.

- Honestly, I'm surprised you wanted me back.

- You've helped me more than you can know,

so I wanted to return the favor. You've got this.

(chuckles)

(soft music)

- Welcome back to The Morning Brew!

This week is all about second chances.

Hazel Thompson back with us to talk about

her planner company, Dreamseeker Paper Co.

which viewers might not know

helped me write my memoir coming out next month.

- Whoo!

- Welcome back, Hazel!

- Thank you so much for having me back!

- I've been a long-time fan of your GoalGetter Planner,

but I hear you've got something new up your sleeve.

Can you tell us more about it?

- Absolutely, I would love to.

At Dreamseeker, our goal is to help you achieve your dreams,

and we're more excited than ever

to present our new quarterly subscription box.

- That sounds dreamy!

(laughing)

- Dreamy is...

exactly the way I'd describe it.

I love that...

love that you're one of our collectors.

- Yes. I may have a few journals in circulation right now.

(laughing) - I do too.

Some people poke fun at me, but I believe

each journal has its own purpose.

(Margo): That's what I tell people!

(laughing)

- Well, since you're one of our collectors,

I'm happy to report that each box includes

exclusive designs you can only get with a subscription.

(Margo): Where do I sign up?

- Oh, hey.

- Oh, this is cool. - And our latest and greatest...

...is the Joyful Journal.

It includes daily prompts

to help you reflect on how you spread joy.

And in the back, there's small ways to make someone else smile.

- Would it be a good gift?

Some people might say it's overstepping.

(chuckles)

- Well, unfortunately, Margo,

despite our best efforts, sometimes we do overstep

when we want to support someone we care about.

But what's more loving than letting them know

that you believe in them...

...and you believe in their dreams?

Plus, who doesn't love a great journal?

- Now, that's a fair point.

And with that, thank you for being here today.

- Of course, thank you.

- We'll be right back after these messages.

- Whew!

- You did such a great job!

- Thank you so much for having me back.

- I've worked with tons of people over the years.

I've never seen such a major difference

in such a short amount of time. - Thank you.

- Did you work with one of our coaches?

- No, actually, I worked with someone new.

- Can I get their number?

- I think I can do better than that.

Amelia, I'd like to introduce you to my media coach.

This is Theo McCarthy. - Pleasure to meet you.

- You and I need to talk.

- But I, uh...

(excited squealing)

- Oh, you were a triumph!

- It felt totally different. - I'm so proud of you.

(phone ringing)

(clearing throat)

- Hello?

(Sheila): Oh, wonderful job, Hazel.

- Thank you.

- How are the numbers looking?

- We actually hit this quarter's numbers!

And if the sales keep going that way, we will easily double it!

- Orders haven't stopped since the segment started!

- That's so wonderful to hear.

I'm sorry I didn't get it before, but I'll release

the next funding and help

ensure you can get that storefront.

- Thank you, Sheila. Thank you so much,

We wouldn't have be able to do it without you.

- Remember a few days ago, you asked me about

what your mother's favorite dessert was?

- One moment. (phone beeps)

Hi.

- It was pecan pie.

- Really? She never told me that.

- Ah, I remember

one Christmas, she decided she didn't want

to share it with anybody, so she snuck down

into the kitchen and she ate

the whole thing. - No way!

(laughing)

- The next morning, she was so sick!

I don't think she ever touched it again.

- She never told me that.

- No, I'm sure she didn't. she was so embarrassed.

- Thank you for telling me that, Sheila.

I look forward to so many more stories.

- I do too.

- These numbers are jumping higher by the second!

- This is wild. I need to go back to HQ

to make sure we can even fulfill these orders!

- You want some help? - I'd love that.

Um, are you good to...

- Go! Yes! Go!

(chuckling)

(sighs)

- Hazel. I just wanted to say that I really--

- Shh!

(chuckling)

(whispered): Let's go help backorders.

(upbeat music)

- I win for the most subscription boxes packed today.

- No way! I did at least 60!

- I did 75.

- Whoa! Look at you, Miss Overachiever.

(laughing)

- Thank you. And thank you

for coming to help pack them today.

- You can thank me after all my papercuts heal.

- What? - Yeah.

- Oh, let me see!

You don't have any papercuts.

- Oh, no. Guess I don't.

(chuckling)

- I really appreciate you coming today.

- I wanted to support you.

- I couldn't have done it without you.

- But you did.

- Mm! I...

- Oh.

- I had you with me the whole time.

(laughing)

Theo, I'm really sorry for overstepping.

And for accidentally telling Patrick.

- It's okay. I'm actually grateful for the push.

- Really?

- You were right.

I don't let people see the real me.

But you were also wrong.

I let you in.

- I only pushed so hard

because I believe in you so much.

- I get that now.

I turned down the show.

- What?! - Yeah.

- But you've been trying to get back to it!

- Why would I leave when everything I want is here?

- Does this mean you want to make a five-year plan?

- Maybe. Maybe longer.

(soft music)

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