Ep 2. Jobs

In Broke season 1 episode 2, titled "Jobs," we see the aftermath of Jackie's decision to move into her sister Elizabeth's home after her own financial struggles. While Elizabeth is initially skeptical of Jackie's sudden arrival, she soon realizes the extent of her sister's financial predicament and decides to help her out. However, this means that Jackie must find a job in order to contribute to the household.

Throughout the episode, we see Jackie struggle to adjust to her new living situation and job search. She has trouble finding a job due to her lack of experience and struggles to make ends meet. Meanwhile, her son Sammy causes trouble at his new school and Elizabeth's husband Javier tries to make his own career aspirations a reality.

As Jackie continues to search for a job, Elizabeth tries to help her by setting her up with an interview at a friend's company. Despite initially being turned down for the job, Jackie proves that she is determined and capable and eventually lands the position.

The episode addresses important themes such as the struggles of single parenthood, the challenges of finding employment, and the importance of family and community in tough times. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the performances are strong across the board.

Overall, "Jobs" is a solid episode that continues to build on the promising foundation established in the pilot. It raises important questions and tackles difficult issues while still maintaining a sense of humor and heart. It will be interesting to see where the series goes from here and how the characters continue to develop.