Ep 7. The Duck Brothers / Shirley the Medium

In Courage the Cowardly Dog season 1 episode 7, titled "The Duck Brothers / Shirley the Medium," the audience follows Courage, a pink dog who lives in Nowhere, Kansas with his elderly owners, Muriel and Eustace Bagge.

In the first segment, "The Duck Brothers," two duck brothers, who are wanted criminals, come to the Bagge's home and demand lodging. Reluctantly, the Bagge's let them stay, but soon find out they are not what they seem. The Duck Brothers turn out to be sneaky con artists, who try to swindle the Bagge's out of their money and belongings. Courage, despite his cowardly nature, attempts to protect his family and their possessions.

The second segment, "Shirley the Medium," sees Muriel going to a psychic named Shirley for guidance on her future. However, upon meeting Shirley, Courage senses something is not right. Indeed, Shirley has ulterior motives and intends to take Muriel's soul so she can live forever. Courage must gather his courage and stop Shirley before it's too late.

Overall, "The Duck Brothers / Shirley the Medium" is an entertaining and suspenseful episode that plays with the idea of trust and deception. Courage, as always, steps up to protect his loved ones, proving that bravery and heroism do not always come from those who are fearless.