Ep 2. License to Milkshake / Squid Baby

License to Milkshake / Squid Baby is the second episode of the ninth season of the beloved animated television show, SpongeBob SquarePants. This episode features two separate storylines, each of which follows one of Bikini Bottom's most iconic characters.

In the first storyline, License to Milkshake, SpongeBob decides to take a crack at making famous milkshakes that are offered at the Krusty Krab. SpongeBob thinks that he can make a better milkshake than anyone else and sets out to prove it. However, when Krusty Krab owner Mr. Krabs realizes how popular SpongeBob's milkshakes have become, he sets out to create a milkshake monopoly by forcing SpongeBob to sign a licensing deal with him. SpongeBob, who doesn't fully understand what a licensing deal is, eagerly agrees, but things quickly go awry. In his quest for milkshake dominance, Mr. Krabs drives SpongeBob out of business, forcing him to face the difficult decision of whether or not to abandon his milkshake dreams.

The second storyline, Squid Baby, focuses on the often-irritable Squidward. In this episode, Squidward accidentally gets turned into a baby after taking a nasty tumble. SpongeBob and his best friend Patrick take on the task of babysitting Squidward, but they quickly find out that taking care of a baby Squidward is a lot harder than they expected. Not only is Squidward constantly crying, but he also keeps misbehaving and causing mayhem around Bikini Bottom. Eventually, SpongeBob and Patrick get fed up with babysitting and frantically search for a way to turn Squidward back into his normal self.

Overall, License to Milkshake / Squid Baby is a classic episode of SpongeBob SquarePants that will have viewers laughing and cheering along with their favorite underwater characters. The two separate storylines give fans a chance to see more of SpongeBob and Squidward's unique personalities, and the episode contains plenty of humor and heart to keep audiences engaged from start to finish. As always with SpongeBob, there's a lesson to be learned, and viewers will appreciate the show's subtle messaging about the importance of following your dreams and taking responsibility for your actions. All in all, License to Milkshake / Squid Baby is a must-watch for any fan of SpongeBob SquarePants and a favorite among viewers of all ages.