Ep 3. Bill Burr

Crashing is a comedy series that follows the life of Pete Holmes, a stand-up comedian who is looking to break into the comedy scene in New York City. In season 2 episode 3, titled "Bill Burr," Pete is invited to open for his comedy hero Bill Burr at a big show in the city.

Excited and nervous, Pete prepares for the show by going over his set repeatedly and seeking advice from other comedians. Along the way, he runs into a woman who he had a one-night stand with and who he has been avoiding since then. Already stressed out about the upcoming show and his personal life, Pete's anxiety increases when he realizes that the woman is actually Bill Burr's wife.

As Pete struggles to figure out how to handle the situation, he is met with another obstacle when he discovers that he will be performing in front of one of his old high school teachers. Struggling to come up with material that will impress his old teacher and not offend Burr's wife, Pete's nervousness only increases in the moments leading up to the show.

When he finally takes the stage, Pete's nerves get the best of him and he forgets his set. Just as he is about to give up, he is inspired by the presence of his old teacher and the opportunity to perform with Bill Burr. He takes a new approach to his comedy and manages to impress the audience, including Burr.

Afterwards, Pete is grateful for the chance to perform with his idol and reflects on the lessons he learned along the way. The episode ends with him feeling more confident in his abilities and hopeful for the future.

Overall, "Bill Burr" is a humorous and heartfelt episode of Crashing that explores the theme of overcoming personal obstacles to achieve success. It shows the struggles and triumphs of a comedian trying to make it in a competitive industry and emphasizes the importance of hard work and persistence in pursuing your dreams.