Ep 8. Joy's Out of Work

Joy's Out of Work is the eighth episode of the fourth season of the popular American sitcom Til Death. This episode revolves around Joy's unemployment and her efforts to find a new job.

Eddie and Joy Stark are a middle-aged couple living in suburban Philadelphia. Eddie is a high school history teacher, and Joy has just lost her job as a travel agent due to the economic recession. She is frustrated and discouraged by her lack of success in finding a new job, while Eddie tries to cheer her up. They both decide to seek some advice from their friends and family.

Eddie's friends from work, Jeff and Steph Woodcock, are also going through some financial troubles due to the recession. Eddie and Joy decide to offer their friends a helping hand by giving them some money. However, Jeff and Steph refuse the offer, saying that they will not accept charity. They propose another solution instead: they suggest that Joy becomes a "tupperware lady," selling plastic containers door-to-door.

Joy is initially hesitant about the idea, but she eventually agrees to give it a try. She joins the Tupperware sales force and quickly becomes a hit in her neighborhood. She is excited to have found a new job, but Eddie is worried that her new hobby will take up all her time.

Meanwhile, Eddie's father, Kenny, is getting married for the fourth time to his young girlfriend Tina. Eddie is not thrilled about the news, but he tries to be supportive of his father. When he meets Tina for the first time, however, he realizes that Tina is not what he expected. She is a nerdy, socially awkward girl who has trouble fitting in with the family.

As the episode progresses, Joy becomes more and more invested in her new job as a tupperware lady. She spends all her time organizing her Tupperware parties and making new sales. Eddie feels left out and neglected, so he decides to join in on the fun and become a Tupperware salesman as well. He hosts his own party and tries to sell as many containers as he can.

The episode reaches its climax when Joy's success as a Tupperware lady earns her a promotion to Tupperware regional director, which means she will travel across the country to train other Tupperware salespeople. This news is bittersweet for Eddie, who is happy for his wife's success but also afraid of losing her to her new job. Joy reassures him that she will not forget about him and promises to always prioritize their relationship.

Overall, Joy's Out of Work is a heartwarming episode that highlights the importance of supporting your loved ones during difficult times. The episode also shows the audience the value of hard work and determination in the face of adversity. With its relatable characters and witty comedic writing, Til Death remains a beloved classic sitcom.