Ep 7. Didn't You Used to Be . . . Wait . . . Don't Tell Me

In The Mary Tyler Moore Show season 2 episode 7 entitled "Didn't You Used to Be . . . Wait . . . Don't Tell Me," Mary and Rhoda have a chance encounter with an old classmate from their high school. However, they are both shocked to find that the former popular and beautiful classmate, Joanne, has let herself go and is now overweight and unhappy with her life.

Despite their initial shock, Mary and Rhoda try to cheer Joanne up and rebuild her confidence, but they struggle to find anything in common with her. Meanwhile, Lou and Murray are trying to come up with ideas for a TV special featuring local celebrities, and they end up inviting Joanne to participate.

As the special gets closer, Joanne starts to sabotage herself by eating all the food on the set and wearing unflattering outfits. Mary and Rhoda try to intervene and help her get back on track, but Joanne's insecurity is deeply ingrained. The special ends up being a disaster, but Mary and Rhoda ultimately help Joanne realize that she can still have a fulfilling life even if she doesn't fit into society's narrow beauty standards.

Overall, "Didn't You Used to Be . . . Wait . . . Don't Tell Me" tackles themes of body image, self-worth, and finding fulfillment beyond superficial appearances. The episode is both charming and poignant, with strong performances from Mary Tyler Moore, Valerie Harper, and the guest star who plays Joanne. It's a classic installment of a classic series that fans of the show will surely enjoy.