Ep 3. The Nod

In Black-ish season 1 episode 3 titled "The Nod," the Johnson family is faced with the challenge of fitting in with their predominantly white neighborhood. Andre (Anthony Anderson) is frustrated because he feels like he doesn't fit in with the other dads, who he perceives as being condescending towards him. Meanwhile, Rainbow (Tracee Ellis Ross) wants to be friendly with their neighbors but feels like she's being treated like an outsider.

To prove to his kids that he's cool and can "fit in," Andre decides to throw a lavish dinner party. He's hoping that the other dads will be impressed by his fancy house and his impressive job as an advertising executive. However, his plan backfires when the other dads seem unimpressed by his wealth and instead ask him about his "street cred." This makes Andre feel even more alienated and frustrated.

Rainbow has her own set of problems as she tries to fit in with the other moms. She finds herself on the sidelines of their conversations and feels like they're not interested in getting to know her. However, things start to turn around for her when she meets another mom, who invites her to a yoga class.

In the end, Andre and Rainbow realize that they don't need to try so hard to fit in with their neighbors. They learn to embrace their cultural differences and realize that it's okay to be different. The episode ends with the Johnson family gathered together, bickering about who gets to control the TV remote.

Overall, "The Nod" is a lighthearted episode that touches on issues of race and cultural acceptance. It's a reminder that even in 2021, there's still a lot of work to be done to create a more inclusive society. The episode is filled with laughs and heartwarming moments that will leave viewers feeling good about themselves and the diversity that makes our society so unique.