Ep 12. Martin Luther SKiing Day

Black-ish season 1 episode 12 is titled "Martin Luther SKiing Day". The episode centers around Dre's (Anthony Anderson) obsession with skiing and his desire to make it a family tradition for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Despite the initial hesitation from his family, Dre is determined to make this happen as he believes it's important to spend time together as a family and honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Meanwhile, Bow (Tracee Ellis Ross) is hesitant to let Dre go skiing due to his history of getting injured. She convinces him to get a physical exam before they go and the doctor discovers a health issue that could prevent Dre from skiing altogether. This leads to a dilemma where Dre has to choose between his love for skiing and his family's happiness.

Throughout the episode, the Johnson family grapples with issues of race and privilege as they navigate the mostly white ski resort. Dre becomes overly conscious of his family's behavior and tries to compensate by being overly friendly and apologetic, leading to several humorous misunderstandings.

The episode also introduces the neighbor, Janine, who is a white woman with adopted African American children. Janine tries to prove to Bow that she's not "just a white lady with black kids" and ends up making things awkward between them.

As the family prepares for their last day of skiing, tensions rise between Bow and Dre as they struggle to find a compromise regarding his health issues. Meanwhile, Zoey (Yara Shahidi) has a chance encounter with an attractive ski instructor which leads to an unexpected lesson about privilege.

In the end, the Johnsons come to a resolution that not only honors the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. but also brings them closer together as a family. "Martin Luther SKiing Day" is a heartwarming and funny episode that tackles issues of race, privilege, and family traditions.