Ep 5. Gayborhood

Workaholics season 5 episode 5, titled "Gayborhood," follows the misadventures of three roommates – Adam, Blake, and Anders – who are also co-workers at a telemarketing company. The episode begins with the guys finding out that their beloved convenience store, TelAmeriCorp's go-to spot, is about to close down due to low sales and competition from a new, "gay-friendly" store that has popped up in the neighborhood.

Desperate to save their go-to convenience store, the guys decide to take matters into their own hands and infiltrate the gayborhood. They dress up in flamboyant outfits and head to the new store, hoping to promote TelAmeriCorp and win over the gay community. However, things quickly spiral out of control when the guys accidentally offend the LGBTQ+ community by making insensitive remarks and causing chaos in the store.

As punishment for their behavior, the guys are forced to attend sensitivity training at the new store's LGBTQ+ center. Despite their initial reluctance, the guys soon realize the importance of learning about diversity and tolerance. They take their sensitivity training seriously and are genuinely interested in understanding different identities and perspectives.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to hilarious skits and gags, such as the guys attempting to make their own pride flags and Blake trying to seduce a male employee at the store. The show also tackles serious issues, such as stereotyping and discrimination, but does so in a lighthearted and entertaining way.

One of the standout moments in the episode occurs when the guys attend a drag show at the LGBTQ+ center. They are initially uncomfortable and resistant to the idea, but as the show progresses, they become more open-minded and supportive. The drag queens challenge their preconceptions about gender and identity, and the guys realize that they have a lot to learn about the LGBTQ+ community.

Overall, "Gayborhood" is an entertaining and thought-provoking episode that addresses important issues while still maintaining the show's trademark humor. The episode ends with the guys apologizing for their past behavior and making an effort to be more inclusive in the future. It serves as a reminder that we all have a lot to learn about diversity and that it is never too late to become more accepting and understanding.