Ep 17. A Fish Story

Beverly Goldberg is back with her parenting skills and overbearing nature in The Goldbergs season 7 episode 17, titled A Fish Story. The episode revolves around Beverly's attempts to bond with her youngest son Adam, who has developed an interest in aquariums.

Adam, a geeky high school student, is fascinated by marine life and spends most of his time researching, reading, and trying to create the perfect ecosystem for his collection of fish. Beverly sees this as an opportunity to connect with her son and show her support for his new passion.

The episode opens with Beverly surprising Adam with a new aquarium kit, which Adam ecstatically accepts. Beverly's enthusiasm for the project leads her to take total control, and she ends up taking over the entire process, from selecting the fish to building the aquarium.

Adam, who initially appreciated his mother's support, starts to feel left out and unappreciated as Beverly rushes to complete the project. Adam, who has spent months researching about the fish, insists that they purchase specific types of fish that he has researched. However, Beverly dismisses his suggestions and overrides his decisions, believing she knows what's best.

Adam's growing frustration reaches a tipping point when Beverly decides to withhold the information about the nature of the fish they have purchased, leading up to some unexpected and hilarious results. Meanwhile, sibling rivalry is at its highest between brothers Barry and Erica, who are competing for a spot on the Parents' Day Appreciation Board at their high school.

Barry is determined to get his face on the board, but his plan backfires when he discovers Erica's campaign strategy and decides to sabotage it. The two siblings engage in a hilarious battle involving pranks and life-sized posters, ultimately leading to some unexpected and drastic consequences.

As the episode comes to an end, Adam and his mother have a heart-to-heart conversation, which helps them understand and appreciate each other's perspectives. The siblings reconcile with each other, as they realize the importance of siblinghood.

Overall, The Goldbergs season 7 episode 17 is a classic family comedy that touches on the challenges and rewards of family dynamics and highlights the importance of communication and understanding in a world of differences and conflicts.