Ep 15. American Idol

Katie Otto, a self-proclaimed "second-best" mom, is back with her family for a new episode of American Housewife. In season 3 episode 15, titled "American Idol," Katie takes on the role of momager for her daughter, Anna-Kat, who has a talent for singing. When the school holds auditions for their rendition of "American Idol," Anna-Kat is encouraged by her mom to audition. Though hesitant at first, Anna-Kat gives in to her mother's encouragement. However, things don't go quite as planned, as Katie starts to get a little too involved in her daughter's aspirations.

Meanwhile, Oliver decides to start his own afterschool club, with the hope of impressing Harvard Admissions with his extracurricular activities. He rallies his friends to help him start a poetry club, but struggles with the fact that no one is interested in joining. As the week goes on, Oliver eventually finds himself having to make a difficult decision.

Back at home, Taylor is struggling to get along with her ex-boyfriend, Trip's, new girlfriend, Vanessa. Though she tries to ignore her feelings, she eventually has a meltdown in front of her parents. Her parents encourage her to find a healthy way to deal with her emotions, and Taylor decides to take up kickboxing.

The episode showcases the challenges of parenting, as well as the complexities of teenage relationships. Katie's desire to see her daughter succeed, while admirable, threatens to overshadow Anna-Kat's own desires. Oliver's struggles with his afterschool club demonstrate the difficulty of finding one's place in the world, especially in the face of societal (and parental) expectations. Finally, Taylor's relationship struggles highlight the importance of self-care and finding healthy ways to cope with difficult emotions.

Overall, season 3 episode 15 of American Housewife is a heartwarming and relatable journey through the ups and downs of family life. Katie, Anna-Kat, Oliver, and Taylor each face their own challenges, but in the end, they come together to support one another and overcome their struggles. Fans of the show will undoubtedly find themselves laughing, crying, and cheering along with the Otto family.