Ep 4. Unwindulax
- TV14
- October 25, 2012
- 21 min
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7.8 (721)
In 30 Rock season 7 episode 4, titled "Unwindulax," we see Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) struggling to balance her new role as a married woman with her old habits of being a workaholic. Meanwhile, Tracy Jordan (Tracy Morgan) is dealing with his own problems, as he attempts to find a way to unwind and relax without getting sucked into addictive behaviors.
The episode opens with Liz and Criss Chross (James Marsden) trying to have a romantic weekend away at a bed and breakfast. However, Liz's obsessive need to work and be productive causes her to ruin the vibe, and Criss starts to feel neglected. Meanwhile, back at 30 Rock, Tracy is getting into trouble by indulging in a game called "Unwindulax," which is designed to help people relax and de-stress. However, Tracy becomes addicted to the game and soon becomes unable to do anything else.
As the episode progresses, we see Liz and Criss struggling to connect emotionally and sexually, as Liz's workaholic tendencies keep getting in the way. Meanwhile, Tracy continues to spiral out of control, to the point where he is unable to perform at scheduled events.
In the end, Liz and Criss find a way to reconnect by learning to prioritize their relationship over work. Tracy, on the other hand, gets help from Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin), who takes him to a retreat where he can finally unwind and learn healthy ways to cope with stress.
Overall, "Unwindulax" is a humorous and insightful episode that touches on the importance of work-life balance and the dangers of addiction. It also offers a poignant message about the power of connection and the importance of taking care of oneself. Fans of 30 Rock are sure to enjoy this entertaining and thought-provoking episode.