Ep 1. Who Me?

Davey and Goliath is an American stop-motion animated children's television series that originated in the 1960s. It follows the adventures of a young boy named Davey Hansen and his talking dog, Goliath. The show centers on teaching moral and religious values through relatable experiences.

In Season 2 Episode 1 titled "Who Me?", Davey and Goliath find themselves confronted with a dilemma that challenges their sense of responsibility and honesty. The episode begins with Davey's family getting ready for church on Sunday morning. As they gather in the living room, Davey's little sister Sally complains about wanting to play with her favorite toy, a bright red ball.

Davey's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hansen, explain that it is important to take care of one's responsibilities and that Sally should clean up her toys before going to church. Inspired by his parents' words, Davey decides to be responsible too and offers to clean up Sally's toys for her. He believes that it would be a good deed and he wants to be seen as helpful and trustworthy.

With Goliath faithfully by his side, Davey starts organizing the toys in the playroom. Among the things he finds is a shiny, new toy car that belongs to his friend Jonathan. Deeply fascinated by the car's design and features, Davey hesitates for a moment and is tempted by the prospect of playing with it. However, he quickly remembers the importance of being responsible and decides against it. Davey's conscious choice to resist temptation showcases his growing maturity and his understanding of right and wrong.

As he's finishing up with the toys, Davey realizes that his own special toy, a cherished robot, is missing. He searches everywhere but cannot find it. Amidst the confusion, Davey stumbles upon another toy that's strikingly similar to his robot. Struck by excitement and the desire to have his toy back, Davey jumps to a hasty conclusion and assumes it must be his robot that Sally misplaced.

With good intentions in his heart, Davey takes the look-alike toy but doesn't say anything to anyone about it. Arriving at church, Davey's guilt grows stronger as he can't shake the thought that he may have taken someone else's toy. He desperately wants to do the right thing, but fears the consequences of admitting his mistake. Goliath, sensing Davey's internal struggle, nudges him with encouragement and influence from his own principles.

Throughout the episode, Davey is torn between keeping the toy that he believes is his or returning it and risking the embarrassment of admitting his error. The storyline serves as a valuable lesson on the importance of honesty, responsibility, and rectifying one's mistakes.

In "Who Me?", Davey ultimately learns that taking responsibility for one's actions is the right thing to do – even when it's difficult or embarrassing. The episode highlights the significance of honesty and integrity, as well as the impact that our choices have on others. By facing his fears and making amends, Davey sets a positive example for children, showing them the importance of taking ownership of their actions and demonstrating moral courage.

With its engaging storyline and valuable life lessons, "Who Me?" captures the essence of Davey and Goliath. This heartwarming episode teaches young viewers about the importance of honesty, integrity, and being responsible members of their community. Davey and Goliath continue to serve as role models, demonstrating that making mistakes is a part of life, but it's how we handle them that truly counts.