Ep 9. The One With Rachel's Phone Number

In Friends season 9 episode 9, titled "The One With Rachel's Phone Number," the gang is at a bar when Ross reveals that he has a list of celebrities that he could sleep with without it being considered cheating on Rachel. This prompts Rachel to create her own list, leading to her giving her phone number to a guy named Danny who works downstairs from her office. However, when Rachel realizes that Danny is more interested in her voicemail message than her, she becomes frustrated and tries to take back her number while Danny refuses to give it up. Meanwhile, Chandler and Monica are trying to buy a house in which to start their family, but are having trouble finding the perfect one. Joey, on the other hand, is struggling to find a job and feels left behind as all his friends move forward in their lives.

As Rachel attempts to get her phone number back from Danny, she enlists the help of Phoebe and Joey. However, their attempts to retrieve the number only make things worse, and they end up getting Danny's dog, Tag, involved in their shenanigans. Meanwhile, Chandler and Monica finally find their dream house, but discover that their competition for the house is a couple who is also looking to start a family. The tension between the two couples comes to a head when they both make extravagant offers to buy the house.

Back at the bar, Joey receives a job offer but is hesitant to accept it because it would require him to move to Los Angeles. He confides in Chandler that he doesn't want to leave his friends and his life in New York behind, but Chandler encourages him to take the job and pursue his dreams. Joey ultimately decides to take the job, leading to an emotional goodbye between him and his friends. Meanwhile, Rachel finally gets her phone number back from Danny, but not before he leaves her a rather embarrassing voicemail.

Overall, "The One With Rachel's Phone Number" is a comedic episode that explores the themes of personal growth, friendship, and love. The characters face various challenges and dilemmas, but ultimately come together to support each other and encourage one another to pursue their dreams. The episode also features some memorable comedic moments, such as when Phoebe and Joey try to sneak into Danny's apartment to retrieve Rachel's phone, or when Chandler and Monica make out in front of their potential buyers.