Feel Good Season 2 Episode 1

Welcome back chaps, we are hitting it off with season two of this fabulous tv show. So recap! Where did we leave off, well Mae relapsed, she and George broke up after a disastrous stand up where Mae was honest about her relationship and decided to make fun of it (not cool hun), she slept with Lava, is broke and has decided to go back to Canada . Phew. Oh and Phil, because Phil is great. We like Phil. also I forgot how hard it is to watch and type, but hay, let’s give it a whirl!

Okay so we’re in Canada. Fun times. Mae is in the car with her parents and its awkward. At least the bdad is nice about it. Oh its rehab… oh damn. Oh Lisa has locked the door and is now spewing some dreamy poetry that… I have no idea what it means but hay! Its nice of her… I think…

She has been reunited with old friends, and Mae is British apparently, so she won’t jump out the window.. huh. We do that over here, just an FYI. But only in extreme cases… oh who is Mae texting! Who is this mystery human?!?!?!

Ah George, what in the heaven is she doing… ah purging… because the amazon is disappearing and there is no habitat for the bees. Because we all like bees… and is Mae coming back? Because I think George is in denial and Phill is…Trying to be rational about Mae, George and the bees… ohh dear ‘rancid pile of duff’ is actually Phil’s dads stuff… because Phil’s dad left him when he was a kid. That’s sad. We do like Phil. He’s great, he been though a lot. And DEFO needs a hug.

What does Mae identify as? Something like Ryan Gosling, but not really a woman. And she has a roommate who thinks Mae is the Queen of England and she’s kinda gross and a horrible human but she recognises Mae from somewhere, and it’s DEFO not from her comedy.

Group therapy. Marsha pissed in the rice so now she can’t eat rice? Does that mean everyone else has to eat the rice… ew. What cycles are we trying to break? Someone really likes fire, Marsha is a passive aggressive bitch who looks like she at one too many chicken nuggets. And Mae is addicted to a person… so how do you fix it… you have to let go? Ah its called emotional dependancy. Mae has to stand on her own two feet…. Oh Marsha knows Inkboy… where have I heard that name before…? This isn’t going to end well

Mae has called George! And George is happy and phill just wants to say hi! George don’t be mean. Mae you are NOT IN A FOREST YOU ARE IN REHAB WOMAN BE HONEST!… wait whaaaa, Mae wants to move out…? I’m flummoxed, and so is George.

Oh Marsha has figured something out. She recognises Mae… Mae own Inkboy money… and Marsha just punched Mae… oh damn Mae is in trouble. Ah crap. I thought Canadians were supposed to nice people?!?!?!

Why do some people need help to exist? Mae was young and very vulnerable the first time she went too rehab, and she doesn’t remember much. That’s because of trauma apparently. Ah Mae we know this tune, this is called denial. Oh damn Mae was 15 when she went to rehab. Early relationships?? Maes early relationships, were not good, she’s panicking and then someone comes to get her and she snaps out of it. Ah this seems like a friend. How long has she been in rehab? A day? How much is the bill for rehab?

Ah George is sad, in the midst of her purging mess. Ahh the irony. Oh and George is going to help Phil find his dad.

Ah comedy clubs, those dingy little places, sound effects and Mae is coming up to do some co-me-dy! Heh Mae! What the heck was that?!?!?! You kissed the…guy? Whaaaa. Have I missed something? Oh and the sound is all funny, somethings not right.. what’s happening is she okay? She isn’t okay. Somethings wrong. Very wrong.

Why is Mae under a sofa? Ahh a panic attack. What is causing these? Ahh what’s this with the past? It was crazy. And real. And tough - but they can talk about it. However it looks like Mae is not so enthusiastic about it, because - Trauma. That ol’ thing.

Ahh a sit down with the family. She’s on lockdown. There’s a schedule. Oh and Mae if you’re 30 years old and “not a child” WHY ACT LIKE ONE THEN!!!!

Ah a staff party with George, and her boss Joyce is a bit mental and George is leaving and Joyce… is cool with it… Ohhh who is this lovely new fella, his name is Elliot. Ah there’s a lot of ‘labels’ like ‘bi’ and ‘poly’ I scant really keep up with these. I need a list with some clear definitions not that sex and gender really has any clear definitions these days. Oh and George wants to help the kinds engage with the bees and social activism! Nice. You go George!

I love Joyce she’s so nonplussed about everything dancing around the place holding two burgers. Nice.

Jesus Mae, Where are you going?!?! I really feel for her parents, they’re trying really hard. Oh Mae is back in London and living with Jack… she’s not okay.. ah George she slept with Elliot and Mae is back under the the bed. So, Mae is more that ‘not okay’ she a little bit of a kinda enormous mess. Her mental health really needs looking after - And to accept that there is a problem. You know, the first step to solving a problem is accepting that there is one in the first place.

Feel Good Episode 6

Right, last episode was a massive shit show so episode 6 should fix all of that, right?. I mean I get it all the characters have to go through a trial by fire in order to grow. But dear lord what a trial it is. So, I’m pressing play and just hoping for the best.

Ooo its soft and glowy and Lava and Mae are in bed? It’s been two weeks since George and Mae broke up. Oh good they haven’t slept together… but Mae might want to. Nice going. “Why don’t you find out” says Lava. Oh no. Mae, this is bad. Rebound much. This’ll end in tears won’t it.

George is watching Mae online and Phil is there! He got her a gift! Something to process her feelings… oh wow, they’re worms… what a gift. Phil leave Mae alone. But Phil is like “you’re not an island!” Fair point. See this is why we like Phil.

Back to Mae and Lava… Mae is like don’t tell anyone anything “it was a casual mistake” ouch. And Lava is visibly upset. And now we’re at the meetings and Maggie is like HAY HI HELLO HOW IS LAVA?! Gahh yes Mae, run. Because you just did a shitty thing.

Mae is tired trying to do the right thing “actually I feel worse, and I fell lonely” and now the douchy guy is running after her. Ah his name is Kevin. I loved that he said that he’s “woke”. But it looks like they’re going to hang out and get drunk. Also did he just say “yes, queen?”

George is dealing with a fight, and there are two students who are using homophobic slurs and George is pissed. Wow really pissed and she’s yelling at her students. I mean, brownie points for really letting it rip because homophobic slurs are not okay. But damn these are just kids. No need to swear, but do get mad. I would just go ‘Beyonce Lemonade’ mad instead. And now she’s looking for Joyce and George wants to teach LGBTQIA issues in PSHE. Why didn’t I get taught this in PSHE? Oh. She’s supposed to be teaching this in PSHE, wow that’s awkward. She didn’t even know that some of her students are trans. And now she’s saying that she is teaching them.. sort of. We know she will be, from now on. Hopefully.

Ooo and Mae is drinking and they’re getting tattoos and making some really bad life choices. And now their in the comedy club and the place is busy? Turns out they all want to see Mae because Mae’s set from the previous episode went viral! And now she’s headlining! So her career is doing good. Too bad about her life.

Ahh George is at a dinner party and their talking about dicks. “What kind of fucking friendship is this?” “If you’re in love with her then why did you dump her you psycho?” Nice one Binky, I mean considering Binky has the same amount of personality as the posh towels you use for guests. I have to hand it to her, in spite of the shitty company she keeps. Yes George, that includes you. For the time being. 

Ooo baggies is here and she’s mad, she knows about sleeping with Lava and lava is upset. “Wait Lava can cry?” Probably not the best time to be making jokes Mae. And it’s kind of ruined the whole mother daughter relationship. And now Mae is homeless. Well done Mae, brava.

Oh no, drugs. Not good. “One huge night”is what Mae says to Kevin. Mae no… oh damn no. This is bad. Real bad. And now there is is this vagabond poetics moment. Huh, so this is what it looks like, when your life is falling apart. And Brenda is here. Brenda Is Kevins sponsor. Brenda, it turns out, is a rockstar “Kevin you are loved” is the best thing for a sponsor to say. But Kevin… “I don’t want to, I’m human garbage” just kind of adds potency to Mae’s life tumbling down the drain. So she leaves and now we’re back to the community centre where the meetings are held. And now, we wait.

And it's just the two people, Mae and the group leader, and for once the leader doesn’t try and be diplomatic “I think you’re entitled and you endanger the sobriety of others” wow. Ouch what a way to kick a girl when she’s down. But he’s there to help, not to like her. But she’s back to day one. But he doesn’t make a point of asking “Why the pain?” Because people take drugs to hide from the pain, but why is there pain in the first place?

Oo and George gave Phil a hug! Finally!!! Phil is great and George finally wants them to be friends! Yay! But Phil isn’t feeling great because Phil wants her to get back with Mae. “You me and the worms, for eternity” I don’t think George likes that. As far as dynamic trios go : The Supremes, Destiny’s Child, George, Phil and the worms… doesn’t quite have the same ring to it.

Oo another Lisa Kudrow moment! “Mom, I think I wanna come home!” ah, yes because of everything that has transpired in the past 24 hours has been a bit much. but I think its really marked when Mae asks “Mum are you mad at me” - “ I was never mad at you”. its a beautiful moment, but it is also heartbreaking.

Ooo mae sees George outside the community centre. And George wants to have coffee.”I love coffee I find it so weird that it comes from beans”

Ooo and they’re chatting and George should’ve been there for Mae. “i should’ve taken care of you”. But Mae is going back to Canada, for… a while. And Georges mum bursts out of a cupboard ready with a letter, but I don’t know its relevant. Because, much to Georges horror, it may be too late. “Its not enough” laments George. But Mae realises that what she has been doing, jumping from thing to thing isn’t healthy. But George is like hold on “what am I supposed to do, I need you now!” And now they’re kissing. It hasn’t been resolved but they’re healing. 

However, the last thing we hear, is George asking Mae “Is there anything you need to tell me?”

Roll on season two. I have a feeling it’s going to be an adventure.

Feel Good Episode 5

We’re near the end of season one chaps, and what a ride it has been. Im hoping this episode is a lot like last episode. Which was sweet and adorable and a lot less red flags all over the place. It looked like George and Mae were starting to get their shit together so to speak. And, though still strained, Mae’s relationship with her parents is looking up. However, this is a new episode and a new day. Anything could happen.

Oo who is Arnie Rivers, ahhh a comedian who is popular. Eww catch phrases and action movies and… does George have a little crush? And is Mae jealous? Oooo a crush book. Yikes. But why is Arnie coming to the ‘Gag Bin’ where Mae works? Ahh he’s a former addict. I get it now. his career failed and he’s starting again.

Ooo and group and its family day! And George is there and so is Lava! And someone brought their accountant…. Right okay. Fun times. Brenda, how does your husband help? He’s always there for her. Lava is like -no he’s enabling her…. And it looks like Lava is in it for the long haul with her mum. Awww. And how does George help? “I brought a strap on and pay for most of our Ubers” oh George that’s hilarious. But Mae is happy that she came. George is trying. In more ways than one. “We’re older than most waiters”

Now its the club and everyones psyched because Arnie is looking for an opener for his tour! Amazing exposure. Oh my Mae and Arnie are having a sarcasm-off. “do you remember what it feel like to be current-and relevant” oh damn. You know what that works and Arnie likes her. Nice 

Arnie’s set is unusual and he’s buying the house a drink. Extravagant much. But even Mae now thinks he’s kinda cool. And tall. 

Oh no, Mae asks if they broke up would George date more girls or go back to boys… and George says Boys! And Mae… I mean this is all hypothetical… right? But Mae is sad. And NO MAE DON’T TAKE THAT!!!! Of for the love of all that is holy.

Oo hello Phil! We’ve missed Phil and he’s great with kids, and Mae is being generous and is buying everyone’s lunch… and her card has been declined… huh. Unusual.

Mae is looking at the mirror and she’s trying on a dress and she feels awkward and looks it too, but then George walks in and starts talking about babies and Westlife? And Binky is living the life of her dreams… hun I don’t think Mae wants to hear that right now… and what is that? Oh right, its a strap on. Mae is wearing a strap on. Okay.

And George why are still going about living in a dream house for crying out loud. And Mae is not letting George move… hmm the “cum inside me” and Mae cannot. What’s going on… Mae thought she was being what George wanted, because Mae isn’t the dream person that George wanted. But George just wants her to be herself. Is Mae okay? 

Phil. Please don’t give George your sperm. Oh wait what’s this?!?!? George knows about Mae taking some of Georges pills!!!! What?!?!?! So  Mae might be feeling vulnerable so Phil suggests George goes to see Mae’s show… which she does nice one :)

Maes at her next gig and she doesn’t feel very positive about her gender so Arnie decides to challenge Mae to take that and writing a set about it. Honesty will set you free. Apparently. So lets see how Mae’s new set goes. The honesty challenge. Let's do this!

Ooo and its all new stuff: ahh stuff about fluid sexuality..l and now stuff about George, who is straight and she tired because she’s trying to be what George wants.. is it relatable? And she’s now talking about their sex life… and its not funny and George is there and this is not good. “She doesn’t love me for who I am, she loves me despite who I am” uh oh, well when you’re in hole… sure, why not keep digging until it turns into a grave. Because George is in tears… and Mae doesn’t wear colour only black because… she’s a girl and want to appear more ‘male’ I guess? Ooff this is rough.

But Arnie wants Mae to open for him on tour! Whoop!  And… Arnie is doing coke… and now he’s asking some inappropriate questions… about his dick… which is harassment. And Nick is asking Arnie to leave. Oh wait and Mae is just finding out that George was here and she is in big trouble. 

“They’re just jokes” but were they Mae! Were they? 

George asks “Do I make you happy” 

Mae: “well I’m in love with you” 

“that’s not what I asked” but Mae isn’t happy. Is Mae addicted to George? Is there anything that isn’t Georges responsibility, her gender, her outlook on life, what colours she wears? 

Mae: “Is it true that no matter how good I am, it won’t be enough”- for the long haul? Ouch. Its sad that there are some deep rooted insecurities here, is it because Mae doesn’t know who or what she/they is? Or because George is culturally straight? 

But then it all come to head when George says she wants kids and marriage, but hold on Mae wants these things too! Does George think that it’s not possible for her and Mae? Oh crap are they ending it?!?!?! Wait, WHAT?!

“But you told me you loved me first…that was the best moment of my life!” I think that’s the most heart breaking line I’ve ever heard. And Mae’s left and has… gone to Lava’s house. Uh oh. 

Role on episode 6 and fix this nonsense!

‘Feel Good’ Episode 1

Stand up comic Mae Martin has penned a semi-autobiographical take of her life, where she battles her former demons and dates someone who wasn’t gay to begin with. But hay love is love and life is life, who the heck cares who you fall in love with?! Buts it's more complicated and messy than the beautiful fairytale we want it to be. And THAT’S life. So it has had very good reviews and each episode is 24 minutes long. So it won’t be too hard for me to type and watch as we go. I think. I hope. I pray. 

Okay, press play!

So you have this stand up comic called Mae Martin and she’s trying her hand at comedy and… its kinda good kinda bad. But wait! There’s this really cute girl in the audience and what’s even cuter is that she’s the only one laughing. awww. And she’s been here like, every night?! Also to the guy who keeps yelling “Minge”. Read. The. Goddamn. Room! Oh and that girls friend is playing Candy Crush…. Dear god. Why are peoples friends weird. Or just the AH? Or is it just straight people?

Also, the girl is with a creep. And woooow he’s odd, and what is so funny about ham? Also who takes Tupperware to a comedy club? Oh his names Jared. That’s an awkward name. (Sorry if your name is Jared) Oh god. I hate it when men try and be chivalrous, please don’t kiss her hand. Or maybe I just can’t imagine someone doing such a thing during Covid-19, because ewww…. And yes girl! You need the double G’n’T. Or maybe 12, you know what buy the bar.

‘A dangerous Mary Poppins’ oh damn, what a way to describe George, the girl! (She Has A Name) I think I’ll use that in future.

So wait are they on a date or not a date? I don’t know… oh wait hold the goddamn phone, they are! Awww she’s never been on a date with a girl before, it's awkward and adorable. But you can tell, they’re hitting it off immediately. But hay :) we’re not mormons you know (sorry if you’re a mormon, loved the musical by the way) Also how awkward do you have to be to say ‘that would be so cool’ to someone who says ‘do you want to kiss me’?!?!?!.

Queue epic montage of them having fun, being all cute and giggly…Oh, they’ve moved in together. Oh but George is straight-ish and this is all very new to her… I see storm clouds on the horizon.

LISA KUDROW IS MAES MUM! DA HECK! Also Mae is/ was a narcotics addict? And she needs to go to meetings?… and this is a big thing… and she was born premature and apparently Lisa Kudrow thinks she and her daughter are not close… much to her daughters surprise… naturally lol.

Mae, why are you being evasive? And she’s using compliments to distract George from the main issue, that Mae is a former addict. Mae kinda likes verbal-diarrhea-style compliments. Which is adorkable. (is adorkable still a thing?)

So Mae goes to a meeting! There are some really cool actors in this… they’re all a bit…. Weird. And she doesn’t need to be there and she’s blaming the fact that she’s an addict because she was born pre-mature and she hates eggs. So she leaves and meets someone else who hates the meetings and they have coffee, lots of coffee. More than is healthy I think. But she turns out to be Mae’s new sponsor who says it's best to keep busy. Oh and throw your past in the bin :)

Ooo there’s are issues here, George hasn’t introduced Mae to her friends and Mae has been economical with the truth about her past. And it turns out George went through Mae’s things, not cool George. So, oh damn Mae set up bonfire… and, well, there goes her past. 

Mae: “New Me New Life, I have everything under control” 

Georgina: ”said every junkie ever!”

So, Mae says that her junkie days are in the past, but it’s chilling to see her resolve get tested because her boss at the club does cocaine… which is what Mae was addicted to… huh. 

Ah the ham story. The eagerly anticipated ham story. The ham story to end all ham stories. Jesus Christ that’s dull. Jared, there’s a reason why you’re single if you find ham  THAT bloody funny.

So how does this end: 

“what do you wanna know” 

“Everything”

And that chaps was episode 1.